2022 Projects

Boone Avenue, West Farms Road to Freeman Street

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements on Boone Avenue from West Farms Road to Freeman Street. This project proposed painted pedestrian space to merge Boone Avenue into Freeman Street before vehicles proceed onto Whitlock Avenue, new pedestrian space to reduce crossing distances at West Farms Road and Boone Avenue, as well as new crosswalks and new pedestrian ramps. This proposal aimed to improve predictability of movements for cars merging onto Whitlock Avenue, shorten crossing distances for pedestrians, improve visibility for pedestrians and vehicles, and slow turns from West Farms Road to Boone Avenue.

East 233rd Street, Webster Avenue, Bronx Boulevard, East 240th Street to East 229th Street

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT proposed to close the gap in the Bronx River Greenway with protected bike lanes on Webster Avenue between East 240 Street and East 233 Street and on East 233 Street between Webster Avenue and Bronx Boulevard. These routes connect cyclists to the existing off-street path on Bronx Boulevard between East 233 Street and East 229 Street. The project also involved signal timing improvements for bike and pedestrian crossings at Webster Avenue and Bronx River Parkway and East 233 Street at Bronx Boulevard, as well as circulation changes to Bronx Boulevard. In summary, the proposed routes and improvements work to calm traffic along the affected corridors, provide bus improvements and provide cyclists with safe, convenient connections the Bronx River Greenway entrances at Muskrat Cove on Webster Avenue and Shoelace Park on Bronx Boulevard.

Riverdale Avenue, West 254th Street to West 263rd Street

Riverdale Avenue is a commercial and residential corridor with a history of community requests to reduce speeding and improve safety on the corridor. To improve safety on Riverdale Avenue, NYC DOT proposed a comprehensive Street Improvement Project to better organize the roadway and improve mobility for all users. The project included the removal of one travel lane in each direction to lower vehicular speeds, left turn bays to encourage safer turns, and a standard bike lane to expand mobility options in North Riverdale.

20th Street, 21st Street & Connections

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT proposed safety improvements on 20th Street and 21st Street with bicycle network connections on 10th Avenue and 19th Street, Brooklyn. The proposal for 20th Street included a one-way conversion of traffic in the westbound direction between 3rd Avenue and 10th Avenue, better traffic organization and alignment with right turn bays, and improved truck clearances. The 20th Street proposal also included a parking protected bicycle lane between 3rd Avenue and 7th Avenue, and a shared use bidirectional pedestrian and bicycle path between 7th Avenue and 10th Avenue.

The proposal for 21st Street, between 3rd Avenue and 7th Avenue, included enhancing the existing Open Street with Bicycle Boulevard treatments. This concept added traffic elements designed for safer bike travel. This project also proposed bicycle network connections on 10th Avenue and 19th Street from 20th Street to 11th Avenue. Pedestrian improvements included shortened pedestrian crossing distances with new crosswalks, concrete and painted curb extensions, and crossing islands. This proposal lessens the effect of truck travel in the area and deters cut through traffic, while creating new bicycle network connections to the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway and other parks and greenspaces in the area.

Broadway, Flushing Avenue, and Graham Avenue

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements at the intersections of Broadway and Flushing Avenue and Graham Avenue. This project proposed a concrete slip closure of the southern slip of Graham Avenue and reconfiguration of the northern slip. It also proposed a small curb extension off the northwest corner of Flushing Avenue and Broadway, as well as wider crosswalks and a consolidated bus stop.

Calyer Triangle, Banker Street, Franklin Street to Calyer Street

Public Space

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian improvements on Calyer Triangle, at the intersection of Franklin, Calyer, and Banker Streets. The redesign of the intersection included expanding the pedestrian space on Franklin from Calyer to Banker, on Banker from Calyer to Franklin, and on Calyer from Franklin to Banker, as well as signal timing changes to accommodate left turns, and expanded bike parking. All of these improvements added up to a much safer intersection including expanded public space, clearer pedestrian circulation paths, safer vehicular movement through the intersection, and added bike parking.

Cooper Park & Adjacent Streets

Public Space

NYC DOT proposed safety improvements for the streets adjacent to Cooper Park which include Olive Street, Maspeth Avenue, and the Sharon Street Open Street. This project proposed curb extensions to shorten crossing distances, mid-block calming on the Sharon Street Open Street, and bike corrals within the curb extensions.

Downtown Brooklyn Shared Streets

Public Space

NYC DOT worked on implementing Shared Streets in Downtown Brooklyn to rebalance the streets to meet the high pedestrian volumes in the downtown core. In 2022 we redesigned Hoyt Street from Schermerhorn to Fulton Street, Elm Street from Livingston Street to Fulton Street, and Bridge Street from Fulton Street to Willoughby Street. The design incorporated all the treatments from our other shared streets like gateway treatments, curb extensions, chicanes, as well as public realm amenities like planters and movable seating where appropriate.

Eastern Parkway and Buffalo Avenue

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian and bike safety improvements on Buffalo Avenue between Eastern Parkway and East New York Avenue as an addition to the ongoing Eastern Parkway Safety Improvements and Service Road Signalization project. The project included adding traffic and pedestrian signals throughout Eastern Parkway service roads and installing missing crosswalks between the north malls. As an update to the previous proposal, the northbound left turning vehicles was separated from pedestrians crossing the west crosswalk to allow for calmer turns with fewer conflicts. The conventional bike lanes along Buffalo Avenue was upgraded to parking protected bike lanes to provide cyclists with safer connections to Rockaway Parkway and the nearby area.

Emmons Avenue, Jamaica Bay Greenway Connector

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT proposed traffic safety improvements on Emmons Avenue between Shore Boulevard and Brigham Street to improve safety on a high crash corridor while providing a continuous, protected bicycle connection to the Jamaica Bay Greenway. Community District 15 is a Priority Bicycle District with a high number of cyclists killed or severely injured combined with a low density of bicycle network coverage. Improvements included a new two-way parking-protected bicycle path, shortened pedestrian crossing distances with painted islands and a concrete curb extension, and better traffic organization and alignment with turn bays and signal timing updates.

This proposal maintained traffic capacity and parking spaces, while increasing safety for all road users. It also created a critical connection to the Jamaica Bay Greenway, the 11-mile recreational path that connects cyclists and joggers to 10,000 acres of parks and beaches and which is used by 100,000 people per year. 

Gates Avenue

Public Space

NYC DOT worked with the Fulton Area Business Alliance (FAB Fulton) and other neighborhood stakeholders in Clinton Hill to propose a pedestrian plaza on Gates Avenue between Fulton Street and Vanderbilt Avenue and a shared street on Gates Avenue from Vanderbilt Avenue to Clinton Avenue. The project study area also looked at additional pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements along the Gates Avenue and Fulton Street school corridors and the development of a stronger, safer pedestrian and bicycle connection across Fulton Street to the Vanderbilt Open Street.

Kings Highway, Avenue J to East 98th Street

NYC DOT proposed safety and accessibility improvements on Kings Highway from Avenue J to East 98th Street. This Vision Zero project proposed corridor-wide median tip extensions, markings upgrades, and dedicated left turn signals, and ADA-compliant bus boarding islands at Avenue H and Church Avenue. This proposal aimed to provide safer, shorter pedestrian crossings, roadway organization, safer left turns for drivers and pedestrians, and accessible bus stops.

Livonia Avenue, Strauss Street to Junius Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements on Livonia Avenue between Strauss Street and Junius Street. This project proposed new Enhanced Crossings along Livonia Avenue at the intersections of Strauss Street, Thatford Avenue, and Osborn Street. On Livonia Avenue opposite Thatford Avenue and Osborn Street painted curb extensions and an expanded more accessible concrete median were proposed, while at the intersections of Strauss Street and Powell Street raised crosswalks and concrete curb extensions were proposed. This proposal aimed to provide safer, shorter pedestrian crossings, expanded pedestrian network, traffic calming, and increased accessibility.

Prospect Park West & 19th Street

NYC DOT implemented safety enhancements at the intersection of Prospect Park West and 19th Street. Painted curb extensions shortened the crossing distance at the intersection, and bike corrals were installed within the curb extensions to accommodate demand for bike parking from adjacent schools. A leading pedestrian interval (LPI) was implemented to allow additional crossing time for pedestrians across Prospect Park West at 19th Street. Additionally, a rubber speed bump was installed at the southbound approach on Prospect Park West to slow left turns to 19th Street.

Schermerhorn Street, Clinton Street to 3rd Avenue

NYC DOT proposed Vision Zero safety and mobility improvements on Schermerhorn Street in downtown Brooklyn. This project converted Schermerhorn Street between Smith Street and 3rd Avenue into a one-way eastbound street, added a two-way parking Protected Bike Lane to the south curb between Boerum Place and 3rd Avenue, and added pedestrian space at intersections along the corridor. This project improved a crucial bike connection in the neighborhood while also improving pedestrian and motorist safety by reducing conflicts, organizing the roadway, and encouraging slower, safer turns along Schermerhorn Street.

Avenue C and East Houston Street Protected Bike Lanes

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT proposed to upgrade the existing shared and conventional bike lanes on Avenue C and E Houston Street with protected and conventional bike lanes. This project helped fill a gap in the protected bike network in the East Village and provides essential connections to existing protected bike lanes, as well as, the East River Esplanade. New routes also serve as a detour during the East Side Coastal Resiliency Project, which will close the East River Esplanade for multiple years and divert 1,600 weekday cyclists and 2,100 weekend cyclists. In addition to upgraded bike lanes, the proposal included new pedestrian space to create safer, shorter pedestrian crossings.

Doyers Plaza

Public Space

Building upon years of work with local stakeholders on the Seasonal Street and then through the pandemic the Open Street, NYC DOT proposed a plaza on Doyers Street. The plaza includes public space amenities like movable furniture and planters.

East 117th Street, Pleasant Avenue to East River Plaza Mall

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements on East 117th Street between Pleasant Avenue and East River Plaza Mall. This project proposed a painted sidewalk extension and new travel lane markings. This proposal aimed to provide safer, shorter pedestrian crossings, increase visibility, and clarify traffic movements.

Eighth Avenue, 31st Street and 38th Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian congestion mitigation improvements to 8th Avenue between 31st Street and 38th Street. The project proposed painting a continued sidewalk expansion on the west side of 8th Avenue while maintaining the parking protected bike lane. The proposal also included split phase left turn signals to separate turning vehicles from bicyclists and pedestrians

Eighth Avenue, 38th Street to 51st Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian congestion mitigation improvements to 8th Avenue between 38th Street and 51st Street. The project proposed painting a continued sidewalk expansion on the west side of 8th Avenue while maintaining the parking protected bike lane. The proposal also included split phase left turn signals to separate turning vehicles from bicyclists and pedestrians.

Lexington Avenue, 42nd Street to 51st Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian congestion mitigation improvements to Lexington Avenue between 42nd Street and 51st Street. The project proposed painting a continuous sidewalk expansion on the west side of Lexington Avenue while maintaining the dedicated bus lane. The proposal also included curb extensions on the east side of the avenue to shorten crosswalks and provide ample pedestrian queueing space at the corners.

Ninth Avenue, 50th Street to 59th Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

In coordination with NYC DDC street reconstruction, NYC DOT proposed pedestrian congestion mitigation improvements to 9th Avenue between 50th Street and 59th Street. The project proposed painting a sidewalk expansion on the east side of 9th Avenue while maintaining the parking protected bike lane. The proposal also updated mixing zone with offset crossings, adding additional pedestrian islands.

Seaman Avenue 2-Way Conversion, Dyckman Street to Riverside Drive

Public Space

Building on the success of the Open Street: Restaurant on Dyckman Street from Broadway to Seaman Avenue, Quisqueya plaza was implemented in the fall of 2021. The plaza brings much needed public space and amenities to the neighborhood. In May of 2022 NYC DOT proposed a two-way conversion of Seaman Avenue to facilitate circulation around the plaza.

34th Avenue, 60th Street to 69th Street

Bicycle Route Projects

The development of the 34th Avenue Jackson Heights Open Street and protected bike lanes on Northern Boulevard and Broadway created a nearly continuous bicycle route between Central Queens residential areas and job centers in Western Queens and Manhattan. NYC DOT proposed a parking protected bicycle lane on 34th Avenue between 60th Street and 69th Street which upgraded a remaining gap in the Queens bicycle network. The project provides protection for the bike lane that reduces bike lane blockage and pedestrian islands that shorten crossing distances while maintaining traffic capacity of the street.

46th Avenue Plaza

Public Space

In 2020, NYC DOT Public Space received an NYC Plaza Program application from MoMA PS1 to transform the slip street at 46th Avenue and Jackson Avenue in Long Island City. In collaboration with MoMA PS1, NYC DOT launched a series of community outreach events, including the installation of a pop-up plaza, to gather public input on design and programming ideas.

69th Place, 69th Street to 65th Drive

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety improvements on 69th Place at 69th Street and 65th Drive, adjacent to PS 128. This Vision Zero project installed a Raised Crosswalk, built a concrete curb extension, and added a missing crosswalk to the intersection of 69th Place, 69th Street and Juniper Valley Road. Two painted curb extensions were added to the intersection of 69th Place and 65th Drive. This proposal aimed to increase the safety at these two intersections for all users by providing safer, shorter pedestrian crossings, slowing vehicle turns, and expanding the pedestrian network.

Homelawn Street & Grand Central Parkway

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection of Homelawn Street and the Grand Central Parkway Service Road.

Northern Boulevard and Broadway, 41st Avenue to 60th Street

Bicycle Route Projects

Following the installation of temporary bike lanes in 2020 as a COVID response addressing the need for socially-distant transportation options, NYC DOT proposed to install permanent protected bike lanes on Northern Boulevard and Broadway. Bike lanes on Northern Boulevard are separated from moving lanes by barriers and delineators, and Broadway was designed as a parking protected bike lane to provide a connection from Central Queens to the Queensboro Bridge and job centers in Western Queens. Pedestrian islands improve safety by shortening crossing distances across Broadway.

Northern Boulevard, Broadway to 114th Street

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety improvements on Northern Boulevard from Broadway to 114th Street. Northern Boulevard is a Vision Zero Priority Corridor. This project removed existing rush hour regulations that allowed the curbside parking lane on Northern Boulevard to function as a moving lane from 7:00 – 10:00 AM westbound and 4:00 – 7:00 PM eastbound. The project installed painted curb extensions at all feasible intersection corners to shorten pedestrian crossing distances and calm turning vehicles. In addition, the project consolidated stops on the Q66 local bus to increase bus speeds and create a footprint for future transit improvements.

Queens Boulevard, Yellowstone Boulevard to Union Turnpike

Capital Projects

NYC DOT proposed robust safety improvements on Queens Boulevard between Yellowstone Boulevard and Union Turnpike. The plan included protected bicycle lanes, increased pedestrian space and specific safety improvements at intersections. This project continued the work NYC DOT installed between Roosevelt Avenue and Yellowstone Boulevard between 2015-2017 and also layed the groundwork for a $100 million capital investment on Queens Boulevard, a Vision Zero Priority Corridor, as part of the de Blasio Administration’s Great Streets initiative.

Queens Midtown Expressway at 58th Road and 71 Street

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements at the intersections of Queens Midtown Expressway and 58th Road and 71st Street. This project proposed a concrete sidewalk extension between 71st Street and 58th Road, separating the right turns from Queens Midtown Expressway. It also proposed a curb extension and new crosswalk at the triangle park along Queens Midtown Expressway at 58th Road and 69th Lane.

Vermont Place & Highland Boulevard

Pedestrian Mobility and Safety

NYC DOT proposed pedestrian safety and accessibility improvements at Vermont Place and Highland Boulevard. This project proposed a concrete sidewalk, painted curb extension, new crossings, and signal timing changes. This proposal aimed to fill the gap in the pedestrian network, provide safer, shorter pedestrian crossings, and increase visibility.

Hylan Boulevard, Satterlee Street to Page Avenue

Bicycle Route Projects

NYC DOT proposed improvements to Hylan Boulevard between Satterlee Street and Page Avenue to improve safety for the community of Tottenville. The project calms traffic by removing a travel lane in each direction, adding left-turn bays, and bicycle lanes. These changes lead to safer left turns, discourage speeding and aggressive driving, and provide cyclists with a safe, dedicated route between the greenways of the South Shore, from Mt Loretto to Conference House Park.

Victory Boulevard, Brook Street, and Fremont Street

NYC DOT proposed safety and accessibility improvements at the intersection of Victory Boulevard, Brook Street and Fremont Street, a Vision Zero priority intersection. The project included closure of an existing vehicle slip lane, the creation of new pedestrian spaces, and the addition of a new crosswalk across Brook Street at Fremont Street. The project also included the conversion of Brook Street between Fremont Street and Westervelt Avenue to one-way westbound. The proposal encourages slower, safer turns, expand the pedestrian network, and create more visibility for vehicles and pedestrians.

Neighborhood Loading Zones

The Neighborhood Loading Zones program provides dedicated curb space for personal and commercial vehicles to load and unload goods, pick up and drop off passengers. The program is currently expanding in selected neighborhoods throughout all five boroughs.