Report summarizes the City's progress and introduces new initiatives that build on the accomplishments of Vision Zero's first four years.Report contains summary data describing the annual core outputs (street design, enforcement and safety education) and core outcomes (traffic fatalities) relevant to Vision Zero
Report contains summary data describing the annual core outputs (street design, enforcement and safety education) and core outcomes (traffic fatalities) relevant to Vision Zero
This report presents findings from parking studies conducted in the fall of 2011 around Yankee Stadium in the Bronx and Atlantic Yards in Brooklyn. The study examined the implications of different approaches to curb management generally and a residential parking permit program in particular and provides a comprehensive assessment of parking conditions in these areas as a basis for public discussion and future planning.
Report on recommendations of the Electric Vehicle Advisory Committee, which is required to meet at least twice a year through 2019 with the goal to make recommendations on ways to promote the use of Electric Vehicle among the general public.
Report on information regarding compliance and non-compliance with Chapter 7 of Title 19 of the NYC Adm. Code. Includes violations, fines complaints, and litigation; and descriptions of safety and training procedures implemented pursuant to Ad. Code 17-708.
Report on the condition of all bridges and tunnels operated and maintained by DOT and all capital and revenue budget funds appropriated for rehabilitation and maintenance of such bridges and tunnels
Pursuant to 19-180 (LL23/2008), DOT developes and monitors performance indicators (such as for vehicle, ferry, bicycle volume data) that will assist in assessing the amount of traffic and promoting high performance modes Citywide.
Report summarizes the City's progress, provides comparisons to prior years, and introduces new initiatives that build on the accomplishments of Vision Zero's first two years.
Report on revenues received by the City from each franchise DOT grants (bus stop shelters, public toilets, trash receptacles, multi rack news racks, info/comp kiosks) and the locations of each structure installed or removed during the preceding calendar year.
The projects described in this report demonstrate how New York has been able to transform its streets by blending new technologies with time-tested tools. The metrics shown in the report are used to measure success and inform the design of future projects.
The City Island Transportation Study was initiated to address the existing and future travel demands generated by the residential, commercial and recreational land uses in the study area, which includes entire City Island, Orchard Beach and the northern parts of Pelham Bay Park during the summer and non-summer conditions. The analysis of the area's existing and future traffic conditions identified locations for improvement.
Annual traffic fatalities have decreased 65 percent since 1990, and 38 percent since 2001. This report specifically addresses DOT?s ongoing commitment to improve safety at high pedestrian crash locations. Local Law 11 of 2008 requires DOT to identify the twenty highest crash locations based upon a ranking of the total number of crashes involving pedestrians. The top twenty high pedestrian crash locations for 2009 are addressed in this report.
This report details a traffic and transportation study for the area bounded by West 55th Street, West 86th Street, Central Park West and Twelfth Avenue/Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. This is in response to community concerns over the growth in major real estate developments and traffic congestion in the area.
This study was intended to help the Department of Transportation improve traffic circulation and enhance safety in the industrial and residential neighborhoods bounded by Grand Avenue, the Long Island Expressway, and the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The study explored alternative travel routes for trucks and assessed signs to reduce the impact of truck traffic on local streets.
The purpose of this study is to assess the existing and future transportation conditions of the area bounded by 8th Street, Mercer Street, Delancey Street, Clinton Street and East 4th Street. This study addresses the concerns of the community and initiatives to improve the transportation conditions for all street users.
This study is a collaborative effort of the Department of Transportation and the Department of City Planning. The purpose of this study is to assess the current and future land use development and transportation needs of the Harlem/Morningside Heights area. The study area is bounded by 135th Street to the north, 116th Street to the south, Hudson River to the west, and Harlem River to the east.
This blueprint is a transportation planning study, designed to consider the implications of the growth of Downtown Brooklyn. This details goals, policies, strategies, and initiatives that are focused on maintaining and enhancing access, mobility, and quality of life in the area, as development occurs.
This blueprint is a transportation planning study designed to consider the implications of the growth of Downtown Brooklyn by developing goals, policies, strategies, and initiatives that are focused on maintaining and enhancing access, mobility, and quality of life, as development occurs.
In May 2008, the Department of Transportation (DOT) suspended street cleaning/alternate side parking (ASP) regulations for the purpose of changing such regulation signs in Park Slope, Brooklyn. The suspension provided DOT an opportunity to compare parking and traffic conditions in a residential neighborhood with and without ASP regulations. To that end, DOT conducted three surveys: (1) to capture changes in parking space occupancy and turnover, (2) traffic counts, and (3) a web-based community survey.
The Downtown Brooklyn Traffic Calming Study is an effort to mitigate the traffic impacts
that have taken place in Downtown Brooklyn over the past twenty plus years as the area has enjoyed a revitalization
that has brought economic growth to this collection of dense, diverse urban neighborhoods. The project's goal is to
make all types of streets function better for all users of the public space and to ensure the area's ongoing vitality,
safety, accessibility, and mobility.
This second report, released in June 2010, contains the 2015 Future Conditions Analysis and Recommendations. It includes a discussion of the modeling effort using the Best Practice Model and recommendations to alleviate traffic congestion, improve parking provision, transit, and safety for all street users in the study area. This document focuses on projections for future conditions.
This second report, released in June 2010, contains the 2015 Future Conditions Analysis and Recommendations. It includes a discussion of the modeling effort using the Best Practice Model and recommendations to alleviate traffic congestion, improve parking provision, transit, and safety for all street users in the study area. This document focuses on recommendations for improving traffic conditions at certain locations in the areas of study.
This second report, released in June 2010, contains the 2015 Future Conditions Analysis and Recommendations. It includes a discussion of the modeling effort using the Best Practice Model and recommendations to alleviate traffic congestion, improve parking provision, transit, and safety for all street users in the study area. This document focuses on the scenarios for the future that would best benefit City transportation in the areas of study.
This second report, released in June 2010, contains the 2015 Future Conditions Analysis and Recommendations. It includes a discussion of the modeling effort using the Best Practice Model and recommendations to alleviate traffic congestion, improve parking provision, transit, and safety for all street users in the study area. This document includes an executive summary for technical memorandum 2 as well as briefs regarding projections for future conditions and recommendations for building the best practice model.
This second report, released in June 2010, contains the 2015 Future Conditions Analysis and Recommendations. It includes a discussion of the modeling effort using the Best Practice Model and recommendations to alleviate traffic congestion, improve parking provision, transit, and safety for all street users in the study area. This document includes a brief introduction to the project and statement of the objectives of the study.
This second report, released in June 2010, contains the 2015 Future Conditions Analysis and Recommendations. It includes a discussion of the modeling effort using the Best Practice Model and recommendations to alleviate traffic congestion, improve parking provision, transit, and safety for all street users in the study area. This document includes projections for future conditions of traffic and demographics in the areas of study in New York City.
The Bicycle Screenline Count tracks bicycle traffic entering and leaving Manhattan via the East River Bridges, the Staten Island Ferry, each avenue at 50th Street and the Hudson River Greenway.
The Downtown Brooklyn Traffic Calming Study is an effort to mitigate the traffic impacts
that have taken place in Downtown Brooklyn over the past twenty plus years as the area has enjoyed a revitalization
that has brought economic growth to this collection of dense, diverse urban neighborhoods. The project's goal is to
make all types of streets function better for all users of the public space and to ensure the area's ongoing vitality,
safety, accessibility, and mobility.
This report includes projections for future improvements to pedestrian and bicycle lanes and paths in New York City and was presented at the APA National Planning Conference.
This report is a street design manual that sets the foundation for future coherence in design and excellence for New York City streetscapes. Included are standard and optional choices for creating streets as well as plans for the future implementation of this design manual.
The Downtown Brooklyn Traffic Calming Study is an effort to mitigate the traffic impacts
that have taken place in Downtown Brooklyn over the past twenty plus years as the area has enjoyed a revitalization
that has brought economic growth to this collection of dense, diverse urban neighborhoods. The project's goal is to
make all types of streets function better for all users of the public space and to ensure the area's ongoing vitality,
safety, accessibility, and mobility.
This paper analyzes how Mayor Michael Bloomberg's 2007 congestion pricing proposal gained widespread public support but was ultimately blocked in the State Legislature. This paper assesses the implications of New York's experience with pursuing congestion pricing and mileage-based taxes in the US.
This document addresses the program known as Bicycling Social, an idea that revolves around using event-based and social marketing to promote cycling in New York City. Included are the program's goals and intended strategies to help promote a healthier, more bike-oriented lifestyle in the City. Accompanying images are included to help visualize this initiative.
This paper discusses the necessity for and development of a proposed street management framework to help guide NYC in meeting the transportation and public realm needs of Lower Manhattan's residents, employees, tourists, and businesses.
This document addresses the expansion of bicycling in New York City, particularly after the completion of the 9th Avenue Complete Street and Bicycle Path. Addressed are the goals and challenges of the project, as well as the consequent successes and projected furthering of efforts.
This document outlines the details of the Ninth Avenue project in Manhattan, an effort to expand bicycling in New York City. Included is an extensive overview of the project, addressing its originality, quality, significance, comprehensiveness, and transferability. Also provided are various diagrams and images to help visualize the project.
This document shows the various implementations of new street designs across New York City. Many of these changes include bicycle lanes and road changes to establish clearer lines of driving as well as increase pedestrian safety. Accompanying before and after pictures are provided to make note of the differences.
This Citywide Pedestrian Bridge Safety report addresses key areas around New York City where improvements have been made to increase pedestrian safety, as well as the type of improvements made.
The Department of Transportation strives to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety throughout the city. This study includes comprehensive traffic analyses of the study areas of the Bronx, as well as the improvements implemented to enhance safety.
The Downtown Brooklyn Traffic Calming Study is an effort to mitigate the traffic impacts
that have taken place in Downtown Brooklyn over the past twenty plus years as the area has enjoyed a revitalization
that has brought economic growth to this collection of dense, diverse urban neighborhoods. The project's goal is to
make all types of streets function better for all users of the public space and to ensure the area's ongoing vitality,
safety, accessibility, and mobility.
The Department of Transportation strives to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety throughout the city. This study includes comprehensive traffic analyses of the study areas of Brooklyn, as well as the improvements implemented to enhance safety.
The Department of Transportation strives to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety throughout the city. This study includes comprehensive traffic analyses of the study areas of Manhattan, as well as the improvements implemented to enhance safety.
The Department of Transportation strives to improve vehicular and pedestrian safety throughout the city. This study includes comprehensive traffic analyses of the study areas of Queens, as well as the improvements implemented to enhance safety.