On August 15, 2024, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, in collaboration with critical stakeholders celebrated New York City Council’s approval of the Bronx Metro-North Station Area Plan. Four new Metro-North stations will be coming to the Parkchester/Van Nest, Morris Park, Hunts Point, and Co-op City neighborhoods in the Bronx by 2027. The plan complements the construction of these stations by adding more housing, job opportunities, and enhanced public spaces around the Morris Park and … <Read More>
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DOT Launches App Portal for Off-Hour Delivery Incentive Program
On August 19, 2024, New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced that applications for the Off-Hour Delivery (OHD) Incentive Program have opened. This program provides New York City businesses who make or receive commercial deliveries during the congested times of the day a one-time incentive reimbursement on qualifying deliveries during off-hour deliveries to reduce traffic congestion during the day.
City Announces Start of Rosedale Infrastructure Improvement Project
On July 31, 2024, the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT), and the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) announced the commencement of a $51.8 million infrastructure program in Rosedale, Queens. The program has been created in response to the severe flooding episodes in Rosedale over the years and climate change. This project will be managed by the New York City Department … <Read More>
DOT Announces Four Safety Projects Along Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn
On July 24, 2024, New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced four short-term projects in an effort to enhance public safety along Atlantic Avenue. These projects target the western portion of the Atlantic Avenue corridor in Brooklyn.
City Planning Commission Holds Hearing for City of Yes for Housing Opportunity Zoning Text Amendment
On July 10, 2024, the City Planning Commission held a public hearing for the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity zoning text amendment. The text amendment is the third and final City of Yes amendment proposed by the Adams administration to address outdated provisions within the zoning code that hinder the growth of housing, the economy, and the use of green infrastructure and technology in New York City.
DOT Makes Continued Efforts to Reduce Speeds, Traffic Deaths in City
On June 27, 2024, New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced the New York City Department of Transportation will reduce more speed limits around the city following the enactment of Sammy’s Law.