NYC Advocates Push for Intersection Safety Law to Improve Pedestrian Visibility

Dangerous Intersections in NYC

• ⚠️ Safety advocates have identified the most dangerous intersections in New York City.
• 🎯 A new study highlights intersections where visibility is a major concern for both pedestrians and drivers.

The "Daylighting" Bill (Intro 1138)

• 💡 Advocates are calling for the passage of Intro 1138, a bill aimed at improving intersection visibility.
• 🅿️ The proposed legislation would ban parking all the way up to the crosswalk, a practice known as "daylighting."
• 🚶 This change is intended to prevent cars from blocking the view of pedestrians entering the street and vice versa.

Personal Stories and Impact

• 😥 Community groups like Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets are supporting the bill.
• 💔 One advocate shared a personal story of her ex-husband being struck and injured while walking, emphasizing the near-fatal consequences.
• 🗣️ The group is urging Speaker Adams to bring Intro 1138 to a vote before the end of the term.

City Council's Response

• ✅ A city council spokesperson stated that pedestrian safety is a top priority.
• ⚖️ Introduction 1138 is actively being worked on and negotiated as part of the legislative process, considering public input.
• 🗓️ The city council may vote on the bill as early as Thursday, December 18th.