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The M23 Bus Earns the 2007 Pokey Award
The slowest bus in New York City is... Manhattan's M23, crosstown at 23rd Street.
October 30, 2007
Congestion Pricing Gets a Warm Reception in Manhattan
Hundreds of Manhattanites braved an indoor congestion zone Thursday night, struggling to find a seat before the New York City Traffic Congestion Mitigation Commission hearing. The packed forum attracted hundreds of spectators, leaving balcony-only seating in the Hunter College auditorium.
October 26, 2007
Senator Duane Takes a Swipe at DOT for 9th Ave. Bike Lane
About 70 people showed up for a screening of the documentary film Contested Streets and a follow-up conversation on transportation issues last night. Council Speaker Christine Quinn and Assembly member Deborah Glick were not among them, both claiming last minute conflicts. The event was hosted by Manhattan Community Board 2.
October 24, 2007
Silver Stalls Plan to Reduce Garbage Truck Traffic
Under the city's proposed waste management plan, more trash would be hauled by trains and barges.
October 22, 2007
Times Calls for End to Free Parking Monopoly
One of the most repeated criticisms of congestion pricing is that the city isn't taking relatively simple measures within its control to ease traffic-related problems. The Times today offers its take on three of them.
October 22, 2007
Senator Krueger “Extremely Disturbed” by Pricing Hearing Schedule
A constituent letter from State Senator Liz Krueger, representing the East Side and Midtown in the 26th District:
October 19, 2007
DOT Unveils Sidewalk Compass Markings
If you're a directionally-challenged pedestrian, as I am, and often have to rely on sun and skyline to tell you which way is up, this one's for you.
October 16, 2007