
A recent report by Transportation Alternatives states that traffic violence in New York City is continuing to rise but city officials do not have the power to control speed cameras, red light cameras, or other safety measures that could make city streets safer for citizens.
New York City’s ability to address the deadly crisis in its streets is being held back by state lawmakers, according to a recent report by Transportation Alternatives. Traffic violence in the city is continuing to rise, but city officials do not have the power to implement essential enforcement measures like the operation of speed safety cameras, red light enforcement cameras, bus lane enforcement cameras, and local speed limits, per the report, which argues that New York City needs “home rule” to make its roadways safer. Continue reading