NYC DOT - 2019 Projects

NYC DOT presents many projects at community board meetings where the public may ask questions and provide feedback. Listed below are the community presentations of NYC DOT projects implemented in 2019.

List of Current Projects
Projects from other years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

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Bronx

Alexander Avenue, East 135th Street to East 138th Street, School Safety Improvements

School Safety

NYC DOT installed safety improvements on Alexander Avenue from East 135 Street to East 138 Street, part of a Vision Zero Priority Area in the Mott Haven neighborhood of the Bronx. The project added two new signalized crossings, six painted curb extensions, and two new school loading zones to this stretch of Alexander Avenue, which separates the NYCHA Mitchel Houses from three local schools (PS 154, South Bronx Classical Charter School II, and Zeta Bronx 1 Elementary). Improvements were installed to create safer, shorter pedestrian crossings, calm vehicle turns, improve visibility, and reduce double parking.

Alexander Avenue, East 135th Street to East 138th Street, School Safety Improvements – presented to Bronx Community Board 1 in March 2019 (pdf)

East Fordham Road Corridor Safety Improvements

Complete Streets

NYC DOT proposed corridor safety improvements on E. Fordham Rd. in the Bronx between Washington Ave. and Southern Blvd. The proposal included the construction of new concrete pedestrian refuge islands at select intersections, as well as construction of concrete and painted curb extensions, shortening crossing distances for pedestrians. The proposal also included the addition of new crosswalks, which improve access to transit, and improved markings intended to clarify vehicle movements and reduce speeding.

East Fordham Road Corridor Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 6 in January 2016 (pdf)

East Tremont Avenue, Van Nest Avenue to Unionport Road Traffic Calming & Safety Improvements

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

Continuing upon previous safety improvements along the E. Tremont Ave corridor NYC DOT proposed traffic calming and safety improvements on E. Tremont Ave from Devoe Ave to Unionport Rd. The proposal included installing pedestrian islands and medians, new lane markings and parking lane stripes to calm speeding traffic and shorten crossing distances.

East Tremont Ave Traffic Calming & Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 9 in April 2016 and to Community Board 11 in May 2016 (pdf)

Fulton Avenue & East 174th Street School Safety Improvements

School Safety

In response to requests from PS/MS 4, NYC DOT installed pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection of Fulton Avenue and East 174th Street, immediately adjacent to PS/MS 4 in the Bronx. Located in a Vision Zero Priority Area, the intersection is regularly used by students. NYC DOT installed a painted curb extension with planters on the southwest corner of the intersection to improve visibility between drivers approaching the intersection from the south and west. In addition, NYC DOT installed an enhanced crosswalk across Fulton Avenue to improve pedestrian visibility and access.

Fulton Avenue & East 174th Street School Safety Improvements - presented to PS/MS 4 in November 2018 (pdf)

Hudson Manor Terrace, West 236th Street to West 239th Street

School Safety

In response to requests for new crosswalks from the community and an elected official, NYC DOT implemented pedestrian safety improvements on Hudson Manor Terrace at West 239 Street, West 237 Street and West 236 Street, adjacent to PS 24 and MS/HS 141 in the Bronx. NYC DOT installed Enhanced Crosswalk treatments at these intersections, including ADA-accessible pedestrian ramps, high-visibility crosswalk markings, pedestrian crossing signs, and daylighting to improve pedestrian visibility at the crosswalks. At West 237 Street, NYC DOT also installed a painted curb extension to shorten the crossing distance and calm turning vehicles.

Hudson Manor Terrace, West 236th St to West 239th St, School Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 8 in March 2019 (pdf)

Kappock Street & Palisade Avenue – Pedestrian Safety Improvements

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection of Kappock St and Palisade Ave. Improvements included high visibility crosswalks, concrete curb extensions, markings improvements, and upgraded pedestrian ramps. The proposal would simplify the location, increase visibility between vehicles and pedestrians, and shorten crossing distances.

Kappock St & Palisade Ave – Pedestrian Safety Improvements – presented to Bronx Community Board 8 Traffic and Transportation Committee in May 2019 (pdf)

Morris Park Avenue, Adams Street to Newport Avenue Corridor Safety Improvements

Major Transportation Projects

NYC DOT proposed traffic calming improvements on Morris Park Avenue from Adams Street to Newport Avenue. Morris Park Avenue was a Vision Zero Priority Corridor with 7.6 pedestrians killed or severely injured per mile. NYC DOT installed a flush median, left turn bays and a bicycle lane, and removed one low-volume travel lane in each direction. These improvements organize traffic, reduce speeding, and create safer left turns.

Morris Park Ave, Adams St to Newport Ave Safety Improvements - Spring 2019 (pdf)
Morris Park Ave, Adams St to Newport Ave Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 11 in October 2018 (pdf)
Morris Park Ave, Adams St to Newport Ave Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 11 in February 2018 (pdf)
Morris Park Ave, Adams St to Newport Ave Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 11 in January 2018 (pdf)

Mosholu Parkway & Paul Avenue Intersection Safety Improvements

Better Buses

NYC DOT proposed safety and traffic improvements at Mosholu Parkway and Paul Av. The project included converting unprotected pedestrian space (then a large channelized/striped area) to a concrete curb extension with landscaping. A pedestrian island was installed on the north leg of the intersection to provide pedestrian refuge and calm left turns onto Mosholu Parkway. In addition, NYC DOT installed a concrete bus boarding island and painted pedestrian space to improve bus operations for the Bx10 / Bx28, shorten crossing distances, and calm traffic. In 2018, NYC DOT implemented the curb extension with painted materials in addition to installing left turn traffic calming tools.

Mosholu Parkway & Paul Ave Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 7 Transportation Committee in March 2018 (pdf)

Mount Eden & Morris Heights

School Safety

NYC DOT School Safety proposed to improve student pedestrian safety in the Morris Heights and Mount Eden area of the Bronx. NYC DOT constructed concrete pedestrian refuge islands and expanded concrete median tips at the following locations: Jerome Avenue and the Cross Bronx Expressway, East 170 Street and Wythe Place, East 170 Street and Morris Avenue, and East 174 Street and Morris Avenue. The project area is within a Vision Zero Priority Area, and is used by students accessing PS 170 and the Taft High School Campus.

Mount Eden & Morris Heights School Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 4 in March 2017 (pdf)
Mount Eden & Morris Heights School Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 5 in March 2017 (pdf)

Third Avenue, East 163rd Street - St. Ann’s Avenue

School Safety

NYC DOT School Safety planned safety improvements in the Bronx along Third Avenue between East 163 Street and East 161 Street. The project area included a Vision Zero Priority Area and a Vision Zero Priority Corridor on Third Avenue. There are several schools in the area, and Third Avenue is a local truck route as well as a route for the Bx15 and Bx21 buses. The proposal included new bike lanes and shared lanes along Third Avenue, a two-stage bike turn box at the southwest corner of Third Avenue and East 161 Street, and painted curb extensions along Third Avenue and East 161 Street at St Ann’s Avenue. These improvements provide a crucial connection between bike lanes along St Ann’s Avenue to the south and along Third Avenue to the north, and create safer, shorter pedestrian crossings.

Third Ave, East 163 St - St Ann’s Ave School Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 3 in September 2019 (pdf)
Third Ave, East 163 St - St Ann’s Ave School Safety Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 1 in September 2019 (pdf)

Webster Avenue, East 174th Street to East 176th Street

Better Buses

NYC DOT proposed to improve bus service and traffic safety along Webster Avenue near the Cross Bronx Expressway. The project includes a southbound bus lane between E 174 St and E 176 St and clarified roadway markings. In addition, a pedestrian island and two painted curb extensions were added at the intersection of Webster Avenue and Ittner Place. The project improves safety for all roadway users, enhances bus priority to improve bus speeds and reliability, and improves traffic flow.

Webster Avenue, E 174 St – E 176 St Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 5 in May 2019 (pdf)
Webster Avenue, E 174 St – E 176 St Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 6 Transportation Committee in May 2019 (pdf)
Webster Avenue, E 174 St – E 176 St Improvements - presented to Bronx Community Board 5 Municipal Services Committee in May 2019 (pdf)

Brooklyn

86th Street, Third Avenue to Shore Road Corridor Safety Improvements

Major Transportation Projects

In response to community requests to calm traffic on the corridor, NYC DOT implemented corridor safety improvements on 86 Street from 3rd Avenue to Shore Road in Brooklyn. 86 Street was a Vision Zero Priority Corridor with 8.8 pedestrians killed or severely injured per mile. To calm traffic on the corridor, NYC DOT removed one travel lane in each direction, installed a flush median with left turn bays, installed bicycle lanes, and installed defined parking lane stripes. The new markings plan helped encourage slower speeds on the corridor to help reduce crash severity. Bicycle lanes on 86 Street provide an important east/west connection to existing north/south routes in the Brooklyn bicycle network.

86th St – 3rd Ave to Shore Rd Corridor Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 10 in September 2017 (pdf)

Avenues V, W & X School Safety Improvements

School Safety

NYC DOT School Safety installed safety improvements in Sheepshead Bay on Avenue V (E 22nd Street to Gerritsen Avenue), Avenue W (E 16th Street to Gerritsen Avenue), and Avenue X (E 16th Street to Gerritsen Avenue). The project area included a Vision Zero Priority Area, a Vision Zero Priority Corridor on Nostrand Ave, a Senior Pedestrian Focus Area and a Bike Priority District. There are eight schools in this area, as well as the NYCHA Sheepshead Bay and Nostrand Houses. Improvements included new crosswalks, painted curb extensions, concrete pedestrian islands, left turn bays, flush medians, bike lanes, parking lane stripes, a one to two-way conversion, and marked angle parking. These improvements create safer, shorter pedestrian crossings, improve traffic flow, calm turning vehicles, and create better connections for pedestrians and cyclists.

Avenues V, W & X School Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 15 in May 2019 (pdf)

Church Avenue, Flatbush Avenue to Ocean Parkway

Better Buses

NYC DOT proposed transit, traffic, and loading improvements along Church Avenue, including curbside bus lanes and side street meters west of E 16th Street, and updates to meters and loading zones east of E 16th Street. This provides faster, more reliable bus service for 45,000 daily riders on the B35, B103, BM3 and BM4 buses while improving traffic flow, reducing double-parking, and better facilitating local businesses’ loading and delivery needs.

Church Avenue Transit Improvements - Project Update, May 2022 (pdf)
Church Avenue Transit Improvements - Project Update, October 2019 (pdf)

Columbia Street, West 9th Street to Luquer Street School Safety Improvements

School Safety

In response to requests from PS 676 and Summit Academy Charter School, NYC DOT installed safety improvements on Columbia Street between West 9th Street and Luquer Street. The improvements included new enhanced crossings on Columbia Street, with expanded pedestrian space, asphalt art mural, granite blocks, and planters at the intersection of Columbia Street, Dwight Street, and Nelson Street. The project slows down vehicle turns, organizes traffic movements, and provides pedestrians with new crossings across Columbia Street.

Columbia Street, West 9th Street to Luquer Street, School Safety Project - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 6 Transportation Committee in November 2018 (pdf)

Coney Island Avenue, Street Safety Town Hall

Complete Streets

Coney Island Avenue is a Vision Zero Priority Corridor with 8.4 pedestrian killed or severely injured (KSI) per mile. Since the beginning of Vision Zero, NYC DOT has implemented a series of Street Improvement Projects as well as Left Turn Traffic Calming and Leading Pedestrian Intervals. NYC DOT is currently collecting new traffic volumes to inform further safety improvements on the corridor.

Coney Island Avenue, Street Safety Town Hall, P.S. 889 - presented to Brooklyn on November 2019 (pdf)

Cropsey Avenue, 26th Avenue to Bay 50th Street

Complete Streets

NYC DOT implemented safety improvements on Cropsey Avenue from 26th Avenue to Bay 50th Street. This project was a continuation of improvements installed in 2018 on Cropsey Avenue from Bay Parkway to 26th Avenue. It added pedestrian space and better organized vehicle movements to increase safety for all road users.

Cropsey Ave, 26th Ave to Bay 50th St Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 13 on May 2019 (pdf)

Cypress Hills Street Protected Bicycle Lanes

Bicycle Route Projects

Following previous work along Cypress Hills Street, NYC DOT proposed an extension of protected bike lanes between Jackie Robinson Parkway and Jamaica Avenue. The project included the installation of bike lanes in both directions on Cypress Hills Street in the existing channelization as well as the installation of a new pedestrian crossing at Jamaica Avenue. These improvements discourage speeding along the corridor, provide safer pedestrian crossings and define roadway space for cyclists and vehicles. As one of the few street connections between Brooklyn and Queens in this area, the project also serves as a safe and convenient cycling route between the two boroughs, and improves park and greenway access.

Cypress Hills St Protected Bicycle Lanes - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 5 Transportation Committee in October 2018 (pdf)

East New York Avenue, Howard Avenue & Pitkin Avenue

School Safety

In response to community concerns NYC DOT School Safety developed a safety proposal at the intersection of Howard Avenue, Pitkin Avenue and East New York Avenue. This is a Vision Zero intersection which is regularly used by students. The proposal included painted curb extensions and painted median tip extensions to normalize the intersection and shorten crossing distances.

East New York Avenue, Howard Avenue & Pitkin Avenue School Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 16 in April 2019 (pdf)

Glenwood Road, Remsen Avenue to East 92nd Street

School Safety

In response to a community request, NYC DOT installed pedestrian safety improvements on Glenwood Road, adjacent to PS 114, Excel Charter School, and the Raven School. NYC DOT installed painted curb extensions on Glenwood Road at Remsen Avenue and at East 92nd Street to shorten the crossings and control vehicle turns. In addition, NYC DOT installed markings to organize parking and travel lanes on Glenwood Road.

Glenwood Rd, Remsen Ave to East 92nd St, School Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 18 in March 2019 (pdf)

Grand Street - Update

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT provided an update on the protected bike lanes on Grand St, summarizing the project route, design updates, curb management, and the remaining work that was installed in Spring 2019.

Grand St Update - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 1 on May 21, 2019 (pdf)
Grand St Update - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 1 in May 2019 (pdf)

Linden Boulevard, Troy Avenue & East 48th Street

School Safety

NYC DOT School Safety proposed safety improvements on Linden Boulevard at the intersections of Troy Avenue and East 48th Street. The proposed improvements included concrete curb extensions to provide shorter, safer pedestrian crossings, and to calm vehicle turns.

Linden Boulevard School Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 17 in January 2019 (pdf)
Linden Boulevard School Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 17 in December 2018 (pdf)

Nassau Street, Bridge Street to Navy Street Pedestrian Improvements

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed to reconfigure Nassau Street between Bridge Street and Navy Street to better address pedestrian needs, reflect the current uses of the street, and accommodate the growing local neighborhood. The proposal included converting an excess lane of traffic to painted pedestrian space to improve access to Trinity Park, removes redundant ramps to the Manhattan Bridge, calms and clarifies traffic, shortens pedestrian crossings, and improves pedestrian and vehicular visibility.

Nassau Street – Bridge to Navy Street Pedestrian Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 2 Transportation Committee in January 2019 (pdf)

North 5th Street Plaza Proposal

Public Space

In 2018, the Church of the Annunciation applied to the NYC DOT Plaza Program to turn N. 5th between Metropolitan and Havemeyer into a plaza. Serving as a gateway to the neighborhood, the plaza offers the community a new space to socialize, rest, wait for the bus, hold cultural or charitable events, and gather. Building on the successful 2016 Meeker Avenue Safety Improvements and 2018 Meeker Avenue – Union Ave to Graham Ave improvements, the pedestrian plaza shortened crossings and eliminated pedestrian-vehicle conflicts.

North 5th Street Plaza proposal - presented at a Community Workshop in February 2019 (pdf)

North Flatbush Streetscape

Capital Projects

Flatbush Avenue is a busy retail and transportation corridor surrounded by thriving neighborhoods with multiple subway stations and bus stops, resulting in significant pedestrian volumes. Flatbush Avenue accommodates high volumes of local and through vehicles, however, the impacts of these vehicles on the pedestrian experience can be negative. This project, requested by the North Flatbush Avenue BID, enhances pedestrian safety and the public realm, integrating all modes of transportation into the streetscape. Pedestrian space was upgraded and in some cases expanded, including sidewalks and several triangles that are formed when Flatbush Avenue intersects with the numbered avenues.

North Flatbush Streetscape - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 6 in September 2013 (pdf)

Ocean Parkway / Prospect Expressway & Church Avenue Traffic Safety Improvements

Complete Streets

NYC DOT proposed traffic safety improvements at the intersection of Ocean Pkwy/Prospect Expwy and Church Ave in Brooklyn. The project included markings improvements, concrete median extensions, painted curb extensions, signal timing changes, upgraded signane, and bus improvements. The proposal simplified the intersection, reduced conflicts between vehicles and pedestrians, reduced the impacts of heavy vehicles, shortened crossing distances and gave pedestrians more time to cross.

Ocean Pkwy / Prospect Expwy & Church Ave Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 12 in March 2019 (pdf)
Ocean Pkwy / Prospect Expwy & Church Ave Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Town Hall in November 2018 (pdf)
Ocean Pkwy / Prospect Expwy & Church Ave Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Town Hall in April 2018 (pdf)

Putnam Plaza

Public Space

The Fulton Area Business Alliance (FAB) applied to the NYC Plaza Program to create Putnam Plaza, a community gathering space along the bustling commercial and transit corridor of Fulton Street in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. The existing 15,000 square-foot plaza was implemented with interim materials in 2011 and has been redesigned to increase safety, create more shade, improve accessibility for seniors, and enhance community events from children’s concerts to movie nights. The new pedestrian plaza reopened in 2019.

Putnam Plaza - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 2 Transportation Committee in March 2015 (pdf)
Putnam Plaza - workshop #2 presented in December 2014 (pdf)
Putnam Plaza Frequently Asked Questions sheet for project facts and timeline (pdf)

Ralph Avenue Corridor Safety Improvements

Complete Streets

NYC DOT proposed traffic safety improvements on Ralph Avenue from Avenue J to Avenue T in Brooklyn. The project included five pedestrian refuge islands, an expanded pedestrian triangle, two new signalized intersections at the entrance to the Georgetown Shopping Center, and improved markings on the corridor. The improvements prevent unsafe vehicle movements, reduce conflicts between vehicles and pedestrians, shorten crossing distances, and provide new opportunities for safe pedestrian crossings.

Ralph Avenue Safety Improvements - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 18 in April 2018 (pdf)

Seaview Avenue & East 80th Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

In the ongoing effort to fill in the gaps in the pedestrian network, NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety enhancements at the intersections of Seaview Ave at E 80th St and Paerdegat Ave N. The project included new pedestrian crossings to Canarsie Park with painted sidewalk extensions, including extending the median on Seaview Ave.

Seaview Ave & E 80th St – presented to Brooklyn Community Board 18 in April 2019 (pdf)

Willoughby Street Pedestrian Priority Study

Public Space

NYC DOT initiated a conceptual design study for three short blocks of Willoughby and Pearl streets in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn. NYC DOT aimed to provide an enhanced pedestrian and public space experience linking the recently constructed Willoughby Plaza to major nearby destinations while providing limited, low-speed vehicular access for deliveries and drop offs.

Willoughby Street Pedestrian Priority Study Final Report (pdf)

York, Jay, & Pearl Streets Intersection Improvements & Bicycle Facility

Bicycle Route Projects, Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

As a result of a community walk-through organized by the Dumbo BID, NYC DOT developed a proposal to calm traffic, improve pedestrian safety, and improve pedestrian and bicycle access in the DUMBO neighborhood. The proposal filled gaps in the pedestrian network with new sidewalks and pedestrian spaces at underutilized roadbed locations, and accessible crossings.

York, Jay, & Pearl Streets Intersection Improvements and Bicycle Facility - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 2 Transportation Committee in May 2017 (pdf)
York, Jay, & Pearl Streets Intersection Improvements & Bicycle Facility - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 2 in February 2017 (pdf)
York, Jay, & Pearl Streets Intersection Improvements & Bicycle Facility - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 2 in March 2016 (pdf)
York, Jay, & Pearl Streets Intersection Improvements & Bicycle Facility - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 2 in January 2016 (pdf)
York, Jay, & Pearl Streets Intersection Improvements & Bicycle Facility - presented to Brooklyn Community Board 2 in January 2015 (pdf)

Manhattan

12th Street, 13th Street, & Connections - Crosstown Bike Lanes

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT provided an update about crosstown protected bike lanes on 12th St and 13th St, summarizing the project route and design details, curb management and traffic flow elements, and the remaining work that was installed in Spring 2019.

12th St, 13th St, & Connections - Crosstown Bike Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Board 2 in May 2019 (pdf)
12th St, 13th St, & Connections - Crosstown Bike Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Board 3 in May 2019 (pdf)

14th Street Transit & Truck Priority Pilot Project

Better Buses

On October 3, 2019, 14th Street between 9th Avenue and 3rd Avenue became a Transit & Truck Priority corridor as part of an 18-month pilot project designed to increase speeds and improve safety along a Vision Zero Priority corridor.

14th Street Update - presented to Manhattan Community Board 2 in May 2019 (pdf)

26th Street & 29th Street Midtown Crosstown Protected Bike Lanes

Bicycle Route Projects

In response to requests from the community and elected officials, NYC DOT proposed a series of proposals for new crosstown protected bicycle lanes in Midtown Manhattan. The plan sought to improve safety for cyclists/pedestrians while allowing businesses’ delivery access and keeping other vehicles in motion on some of New York City’s busiest streets. The proposal included two pairs of one-way protected crosstown bicycle lanes: the first pair of lanes at 26th Street eastbound and 29th Street westbound, from 1st Avenue to 12th Avenue. These lanes will be complemented by a pair of protected lanes south of Central Park in the 50s, on streets still to be determined after further community consultation and study.

26th Street & 29th Street Midtown Crosstown Protected Bike Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Board 5 Transportation Committee in March 2018 (pdf)
26th Street & 29th Street Midtown Crosstown Protected Bike Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Boards 4, 5 & 6 Transportation Committees in January 2018 (pdf)

3rd Street, 4th Street, Sixth Avenue to Avenue D Traffic Calming with Bicycle Lanes

Bicycle Route Projects

In response to community requests, NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety improvements on 3rd St, and new bike routes 3rd, 4th Street, 6th Avenue to Avenue D. The new routes provide clear east-west connections between Washington Square Park and the East River Promenade, improving access to neighborhood destinations such as New York University, commercial corridors, and Citi Bike stations. The proposed changes organize the roadway and improve safety for all users.

3rd, 4th Street, 6th Avenue to Avenue D Traffic Calming with Bicycle Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Board 2 Transportation Committee in July 2018 (pdf)
3rd, 4th Street, 6th Avenue to Avenue D Traffic Calming with Bicycle Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Board 3 Transportation Committee in July 2018 (pdf)

42nd Street Transit Improvements

Better Buses

NYC DOT proposed transit improvements along 42nd Street in Manhattan. The project included enhanced curbside bus lanes, offset bus lanes, bus boarders, bus queue jump signals, turn restrictions, curb extensions, and signal timing adjustments. The project improves curb management throughout the corridor. The project also improves safety for all roadway users, enhance bus speeds and reliability, and increase pedestrian space at bus stops.

42nd St Transit Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 6 Transportation Committee on September 4, 2019 (pdf)
42nd St Transit Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 5 Transportation Committee on June 24, 2019 (pdf)
42nd St Transit Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 4 Transportation Committee on June 19, 2019 (pdf)
42nd St Transit Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 6 Transportation Committee on June 3, 2019 (pdf)

52nd Street & 55th Street Midtown Crosstown Protected Bike Lanes

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT unveiled plans for east-west protected bike lanes to improve crosstown connectivity between existing north-south protected lanes in Midtown Manhattan, in effort to build out the protected network at every half mile. Building on the success of new lanes in the 20’s, the next pair of crosstown protected bike lanes was proposed on 52nd Street and 55th Street, offering a safe, comfortable transportation option with connections to existing protected bike lanes, subway stations, bus stops and other popular destinations along the corridors. In addition to the protected bike lanes, the updated street designs included updated curb regulations and elements such as high visibility crosswalks and turn calming measures that improve safety for all road users. NYC DOT will follow up with a proposal for an additional protected lane in the Times Square area, on streets still to be determined after further community consultation and study.

52nd Street & 55th Street Midtown Crosstown Protected Bike Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Boards 4, 5 & 6 Transportation Committees in March 2019 (pdf)

Amsterdam Avenue, 110th Street to 162nd Street

Bicycle Route Projects

The proposal for Amsterdam Avenue from 110th St to 162nd St was a street improvement project designed to improve safety along the corridor and address a gap in the cycling network. Improvements included reduction of lanes from two to one in each direction, addition of left turn lanes and bike lanes, updated parking regulations, and targeted safety improvements at key intersections. These improvements combined shorten crossing distances, organize traffic, and improve bicycle safety.

Amsterdam Avenue Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 9 in January 2019 (pdf)
Amsterdam Avenue Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 9 Transportation Committee in December 2017 (pdf)
Amsterdam Avenue Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 9 Executive Committee in May 2017 (pdf)
Amsterdam Avenue Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 12 in March 2017 (pdf)
Amsterdam Avenue Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 9 in March 2017 (pdf)

Bowling Green Shared Street

Public Space

Building on the success of safety projects implemented in 2012, NYC DOT enhanced safety around one of the city’s most iconic tourist destinations. Creating a pedestrian priority zone adjacent to the Bull complements the pedestrian areas while making safe people’s existing behaviors.

Bowling Green Shared Street - presented to Manhattan Community Board 1 Transportation & Street Activity Permits Committee in July 2019 (pdf)

Broadway, 14th Street to Canal Street Pedestrian Improvements

Bicycle Route Projects, Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed safety and pedestrian congestion improvements along Broadway from 14th to Canal St. Improvements included 25 painted curb extensions between 9th st and Howard St and a standard bike lane from 14th St to Bleecker St.

Broadway, 14th St to Canal Pedestrian Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board2 in December 2018 (pdf)

Catherine Street & Market Street Bike Network

Bicycle Route Projects

The Catherine Street and Market Street project created a community bicycle network for the Two Bridges neighborhood. Catherine Streets and Market Streets provide the main north-south corridors connecting East River Bikeway and Esplanade with the existing bicycle facilities on East Broadway and the Manhattan Bridge. Monroe Street, Cherry Street and Water Street provide the east-west corridors connecting Catherine Street to the Pike Slip bicycle path. This network of bike lanes and shared lanes connects the residential community to the various important community amenities such as Murray Bergtraum Softball Field, Alfred E Smith Recreation Center, PS 126 and much more.

Catherine & Market Streets Bike Network - presented to Manhattan Community Board 3 in January 2019 (pdf)

Chinatown Seasonal Streets 2019

Public Space

NYC DOT implemented Seasonal Streets on Doyers Street during the summer and fall months.

Chinatown Seasonal Streets - presented to Manhattan Community Board 3 Transportation Committee in April 2019

Delancey Street Protected Bike Lanes & Safety Improvements

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT proposed a Jersey barrier protected bike lane and pedestrian safety enhancements on Delancey St between Clinton St and Chrystie St in Manhattan. The proposal aimed to improve bicycle access from the Williamsburg Bridge to the existing protected bike lanes on Allen St and Chrystie St. As part of the project, NYC DOT also implemented pedestrian safety improvements, including painted median extensions along the Delancey St median, creating shorter safer crossings for pedestrians.

Delancey Street Protected Bike Lanes & Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 3 Transportation Committee in April 2017 (pdf)

Eighth Avenue & Columbus Circle

Bicycle Route Projects

In response to requests from the community and elected officials, NYC DOT proposed an extension to the existing protected bicycle lane on 8th Avenue, a Vision Zero priority corridor in Manhattan, from West 56th Street up to Columbus Circle. The proposal also included dedicated cycling space within Columbus Circle itself, as well as bike lane connections to Broadway and Central Park West from within the circle. In addition, the proposal also included five planted concrete pedestrian islands at intersections and a protected left turn at West 57th Street.

8th Avenue & Columbus Circle - presented to Manhattan Community Board 4 and 5 in June 2018 and Manhattan Community Board 7 in July 2018 (pdf)

Eighth Avenue, 38th Street to 45th Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed a series of pedestrian and cyclist safety improvements along 8th Avenue near the Port Authority Bus Terminal. In order to reduce sidewalk crowding, NYC DOT proposed a continuous sidewalk expansion on the west side and curb extensions on the east side. NYC DOT also proposed closing the gap in the 8th Avenue protected bike lane by creating a protected bike lane from 39th St to 42nd St.

8th Avenue, 38th St to 45th St – presented to Manhattan Community Board 5 Transportation Planning Committee in June 2019 (pdf)
8th Avenue, 38th St to 45th St – presented to Manhattan Community Board 4 Transportation Planning Committee in June 2019 (pdf)

Hamilton Place Plaza Proposal

Public Space

The Brotherhood Sister Sol (BSS) was accepted into the NYC Plaza Program in 2017 to convert Hamilton Place between Amsterdam Ave and W. 143rd St to a pedestrian plaza. BSS and NYC DOT held a series of 7 One-Day Plaza events to show to the community what a plaza could mean in their neighborhood and to bring other community based organizations into the process. The pedestrian plaza was installed in 2019 and delivered safety benefits, public space, more seating options, more shade, and opportunities for programming in the neighborhood.

Hamilton Place Plaza Proposal - presented to Community Board 9 General Board in May 2019 (pdf)
Hamilton Place Plaza Proposal - presented to Community Board 9 Uniformed Services and Transportation Committee in May 2019 (pdf)
Hamilton Place Plaza 2nd proposal - presented at a public workshop in February 2019 (pdf)
Hamilton Place Plaza proposal - presented at a public workshop in February 2019 (pdf)

Haven Avenue

Public Space

Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) applied to Round 9 of NYC DOT's Plaza Program to create a Pedestrian Plaza and Shared Street on Haven Ave and W 168th Street between Fort Washington and W 169th Street. The Pedestrian Plaza and Shared Street were implemented in 2019.

Haven Avenue - presented to Manhattan Community Board 12 Transportation Committee in November 2017 (pdf)
Haven Avenue - presented to Manhattan Community Board 12 Transportation Committee in October 2017 (pdf)

Herald & Greeley Square Enhancements

Public Space

Building on the success of the pedestrian plazas at Herald Square Implemented in 2009, NYC DOT improved these public spaces by refreshing interim materials that had worn over time, added more public space, strengthened bike connections, and reopened 33rd Street to vehicular traffic.

Herald & Greeley Square Enhancements - presented in March 2019 (pdf)
Herald & Greeley Square Enhancements - presented in January 2019 (pdf)

Lexington Avenue, 96th Street to 60th Street

Better Buses

NYC DOT proposed upgrades to the existing curbside bus lane, by moving it to the “offset” position, one lane away from the curb. The proposed design improves bus speeds and reliability for M98, M101, M102, and M103 bus riders while improving curb access for local businesses.

Lexington Ave Bus Lane Enhancement - presented to Manhattan CB 8 Transportation Committee in June 2019 (pdf)

Lower East Side School Safety Improvements

School Safety

NYC DOT School Safety proposed a package of school safety improvements in the Lower East Side. This project included Montgomery Street (Madison Street to Grand Street), as well as the intersections of Grand Street and Madison Street, Grand Street and East Broadway, and Grand Street and Henry Street. This project area included a Vision Zero Priority Corridor (Grand Street), and a Priority Senior Area. There are nine schools in this area, as well as the NYCHA Vladeck Houses. In this largely residential neighborhood wide streets with low traffic volumes encourage speeding; as a result, there have been almost 80 injuries from 2013 to 2017. In order to address safety issues for school-aged pedestrians in this area School Safety proposed to narrow and calm Montgomery Street by replacing the existing bike lanes with protected bike lanes, and by adding safety treatments at the intersections. In addition, DOT proposed to normalize the irregular intersections of Grand Street and Madison Street, Grand Street and East Broadway, and Grand Street and Henry Street by adding painted curb extensions and shortening crosswalks. Lastly, School Safety converted East Broadway to one way eastbound operation between Montgomery Street and Grand Street.

Lower East Side School Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 3 in June 2019 (pdf)

Pleasant Avenue School Safety Improvements

School Safety

NYC DOT installed safety improvements to calm and organize traffic on Pleasant Avenue between East 114th Street and East 116th Street, adjacent to the Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics High School and Isaac Newton Middle School. The project included implementation of a one-way conversion to eliminate u-turns in front of the school, reorganization of teacher parking and school loading regulations to provide students clear access to the sidewalk, and a painted sidewalk extension to reduce sidewalk overcrowding and calm vehicular traffic on Pleasant Avenue.

Pleasant Avenue School Safety Improvements - presented to Manhattan Community Board 11 in May 2018 (pdf)

Second Avenue Protected Bike Lane Update – Analysis of 2017 Project & Proposal for 68th St to 59th Street

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT updated Community Board 6 on its efforts to create a continuous protected bike lane along 2nd Avenue in Manhattan, including analysis of the project that was installed last year between 42nd St and 43rd St, and the previous proposal for 68th St to 59th St. The proposed design included a curbside buffered bike lane that is parking protected during off-peak hours and a new crossing for pedestrians and cyclists along the east side of 2nd Avenue at the Queensboro Bridge entrance.

2nd Avenue Protected Bike Lane Update - presented to Manhattan Community Board 8 in September 2018 (pdf)
2nd Avenue Protected Bike Lane Update - presented to Manhattan Community Board 6 in September 2018 (pdf)
2nd Avenue Protected Bike Lane Update - presented to Manhattan Community Board 8 Transportation Committee in July 2018 (pdf)
2nd Avenue Protected Bike Lane Update - presented to Manhattan Community Board 6 in July 2018 (pdf)

Tenth Avenue / Amsterdam Avenue

Bicycle Route Projects

In response to requests from the community and elected officials, NYC DOT proposed an extension to the existing protected bicycle lane on Amsterdam Avenue. This extension starts at 10th Avenue and West 52nd Street and connects to the existing protected lane at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. The proposal complements the existing southbound protected lane on Columbus Avenue/9th Avenue. The proposal also included numerous safety improvements, including shorter crossings, painted refuge islands, and protected turns at both West 57th Street and West 66th Street.

10th Avenue / Amsterdam Avenue Protected Bike Lanes - presented to Manhattan Community Board 4 in June 2018 and Manhattan Community Board 7 in July 2018 (pdf)

University Place Shared Street

Public Space

In conjunction with new traffic changes on the 14th Street corridor, NYC DOT developed a Shared Street on University Place between 13th and 14th Streets to balance the needs of pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. University Place runs southbound, providing an exit for vehicles using 14th Street. The Shared Street prioritizes pedestrians and adds bicycle parking while continuing to provide access to buildings and bikeshare. Vehicles are encouraged to share the road and drive 5 mph through signage, markings, and streetscape design

University Place Shared Street Update - presented to Manhattan Community Board 2 in May 2019 (pdf)

Queens

12th Street, Queens StreetSeat

Public Space

Through the StreetSeat program, NYC DOT works with community based partners throughout the city to transform underutilized street space into vibrant, social, public spaces. StreetSeats are installed in the roadbed along the curb line or on wide sidewalks to create an attractive setting for eating, reading, working, meeting a friend or taking a rest. The Vorea Group applied to the StreetSeat program in 2019 and installed a StreetSeat in summer 2019.

12th St Street Seat project - presented to Queens Community Board 2 in April 2019 (pdf)

44th Drive, Queens StreetSeat

Public Space

Through the StreetSeat program, NYC DOT works with community based partners throughout the city to transform underutilized street space into vibrant, social, public spaces. StreetSeats are installed in the roadbed along the curb line or on wide sidewalks to create an attractive setting for eating, reading, working, meeting a friend or taking a rest. Rockrose applied for a StreetSeat in 2018 and installed a StreetSeat in spring 2019.

44th Dr Street Seat project - presented to Queens Community Board 2 in April 2019 (pdf)

50th Avenue One-Way Conversion

Following requests from Wynwood Gardens Civic Association and Community Board 2, NYC DOT proposed street directional changes to 50 Avenue between 60 Street and 65 Place. The proposed changes were to improve pedestrian and motorist safety by reducing cut-through traffic, intersection movement conflicts between Pedestrian / Vehicle or vehicle / vehicle and opposing vehicle conflicts due to the narrow width of 50th Avenue.

50th Avenue One-Way Conversion - presented to Queens Community Board 2 and Wynwood Gardens Civic Association in March 2018 (pdf)

Broadway, Roosevelt Avenue to Queens Boulevard – Safety & Mobility Improvements

NYC DOT planned safety and mobility improvements on Broadway and Elmhurst, Queens. Since 2017, NYC DOT, in collaboration with MTA, has been making significant improvements to Woodhaven Blvd through implementation of Select Bus Service. However, Broadway remained the slowest portion of the Q53 SBS. To address this, NYC DOT planned several “queue jumps” to speed service for 17,000 daily trips using the Q53 SBS and Q58 bus services. Additionally, the project installed bicycle lanes and shared lane markings creating a bicycle network connection between 74th/75th St and Queens Blvd as a part of The Big Jump! Finally, the project included pedestrian safety improvements including new and shorter crossings at Roosevelt Av/75th St and Woodside Av/Broadway/80th St.

Broadway Safety & Mobility Improvements - presented to Queens Community Board 4 Transportation Committee in April 2019 (pdf)

Cross Bay Bridge Intersection Safety Improvements & Jamaica Bay Greenway Connections

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT proposed to install a new traffic signal at the intersection of Beach 94th St and Beach Channel Drive, as well as a new bike lane connecting the Cross Bay Bridge to the Rockaway Beach Boardwalk. The proposed project additionally included sidewalk extensions, concrete repairs, and a new crosswalk at the Beach 95th St off-ramp from the Cross Bay Bridge.

Cross Bay Bridge Intersection Safety Improvements & Jamaica Bay Greenway Connections - presented to Queens Community Board 14 in June 2018 (pdf)
Cross Bay Bridge Intersection Safety Improvements & Jamaica Bay Greenway Connections - presented to Queens Community Board 14 Transportation Committee May 2018 (pdf)
Cross Bay Bridge Intersection Safety Improvements & Jamaica Bay Greenway Connections - presented to the Rockaway Civic Association in February 2015 (pdf)

Fresh Pond Road, Metropolitan Avenue to Putnam Avenue

Better Buses

NYC DOT proposed transit and traffic improvements along Fresh Pond Road, including a southbound bus lane and changes to curb and meter regulations to increase available parking and reduce congestion. These measures improve bus speeds and reliability on the Q58, QM24, QM25 and QM35 routes while alleviating traffic congestion for all vehicles.

Fresh Pond Rd Transit Improvements - presented to Queens Community Board 5 in June 2019 (pdf)

Northern Boulevard Street Improvement Project

NYC DOT proposed safety, accessibility, and livability improvements along Northern Blvd between Prince St and Union St. Improvements included installing accessible and regular pedestrian signals, median/pedestrian walkway concrete extension, pedestrian ramps, temporary corner and curb extensions with delineators, new crosswalks, painted marking and signs, a bus stop relocation, and signal timing and phase modifications including split LPI (Leading Pedestrian Interval) to enhance safety of all street users and accessibility of pedestrians, and improve transit operations along the corridor.

Northern Blvd Street Improvement - presented in September 2018 (pdf)

Rockaway Beach Boulevard Improvements

Better Buses

NYC DOT proposed transit, safety, and traffic improvements along Rockaway Beach Blvd in the Rockaways. The project includes bus lanes, median tip extensions, curb extensions, pedestrian islands, and new sidewalks. The project improves safety for all roadway users, enhances bus speeds and reliability, and improves accessibility at bus stops.

Rockaway Beach Blvd Improvements - presented to Queens Community Board 14 Transportation Committee in June 2019 (pdf)

Roosevelt Avenue & 90th Street

Complete Streets

NYC DOT proposed safety improvements at the intersection of Roosevelt Avenue and 90th Street, at the confluence of two Vision Zero Priority Corridors underneath the elevated 7 train. Building on improvements installed in 2017, this project added pedestrian space, brought enhanced clarity to vehicle movements, and adjusted signal timing and pedestrian crossings in order to provide an improved pedestrian experience at the intersection. This project increases safety for all road users, especially for pedestrians at a known dangerous location.

Roosevelt Ave & 90th St, QN Safety Improvements - presented to Queens Community Board 3 Transportation Committee May 2019 (pdf)

Staten Island

Broad Street & Vanderbilt Avenue Street Improvements

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT expanded the Stapleton/Clifton neighborhood bicycle network with the addition of two new bicycle routes on Broad St and Vanderbilt Ave. These new routes, consisting of standard bike lanes and shared lanes, connect to the existing bicycle network on Bay St, Targee St, and Van Duzer St, which includes local businesses, SIR stations, and large apartment complexes. Speed cushions were added to Vanderbilt Ave, a Vision Zero Priority Corridor. Together these changes help calm traffic and improve transportation options for the local community.

Broad Street and Vanderbilt Ave Street Improvements - presented to Staten Island Community Board 1 in April 2019 (pdf)
Broad Street & Vanderbilt Ave Street Improvements - presented to Staten Island Community Board 1 in March 2019 (pdf)

Hylan Boulevard/Narrows Road South Improvements

Complete Streets, Better Buses

NYC DOT in collaboration with MTA/NYCT proposed several signalization, roadway geometry, and street direction changes and bus stops relocations to improve traffic flow and enhance safety in the vicinity of the Hylan Blvd/Narrows Road South and Hylan Blvd/Olga Place intersections in Staten Island. The proposal included bagging the existing traffic signal along Narrows Road South at its intersection with the east leg of Hylan Blvd (nearest the on-ramp to the Staten Island Expressway) and reversing the direction of the east leg of Hylan Blvd from northbound to southbound. In conjunction with these improvements, changes were made to the traffic signal phasing and timing on the west leg of Hylan Blvd (the northbound mainline) to simplify signal operations and reduce congestion associated with traffic flow towards the on-ramp. Pavement markings and signs were also added along Narrows Road South to accommodate two moving lanes at the entrance to the on-ramp to the Staten Island Expressway. In addition, intersection channelization features and curb extensions were added in the vicinity of the Hylan Blvd/Olga Place intersection to enhance pedestrian connections in the area, provide additional circulation space for pedestrians, and reduce crossing distances. NYC DOT will monitor traffic operations and safety and make changes as necessary.

Hylan Boulevard/Narrows Road South Improvements - presented to Staten Island Community Board 2 Transportation Committee in March 2019 (pdf)

South Beach Greenway Bicycle Connections

Bicycle Route Projects

Building off previous bicycle projects in Staten Island’s mid-island, NYC DOT proposed linking the existing bicycle routes along North and South Railroad Avenues with the South Beach Greenway. The North and South Railroad Ave routes terminated at Jefferson Ave in the north and Guyon Ave in the south. Using bicycle lanes and shared lane markings, the project provided cyclists with a route that links the communities of Oakwood Heights, New Dorp, Grant City, and Dongan Hills with the recreational facilities along the waterfront.

South Beach Greenway Bicycle Connections - presented to Staten Island Community Board 2 Transportation Committee in September 2018 (pdf)

Citywide