Sensible Transportation

Who Will Be The Transit Candidate in 2013?

Author: 
Dana Rubenstein
Media Outlet: 
Capital
Date: 
March 8, 2012

Since the premature demise of would-be 2013 mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner, who famously told Mayor Michael Bloomberg that upon becoming mayor he would "have a bunch of ribbon-cuttings tearing out

T.A. Program: 
Transit and Traffic Reduction
T.A. Mention?: 
Yes
T.A. Prompted?: 
No
Prompted by Press Release: 
No
Format: 
Web
Tone: 
Positive
Submitted by joseph on March 9, 2012 - 17:47. categories [ ]

Bus to Move: Bus Cameras for New York City

Status: Passed
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Level: NY State Legislature
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Sponsor(s):
Assemblymember Jonathan Bing
Senator Martin Dilan
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T.A. supports this legislation

This legislation will speed service for millions of New York City bus riders by authorizing the New York City Department of Transportation and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to operate bus




Submitted by lindsey on December 21, 2011 - 12:01. categories [ ]

Complete Streets for New York State

Status: Passed
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Level: NY State Legislature
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Assemblymember David Gantt
State Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr.
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T.A. supports this legislation

This bill will ensure that New York State roadways are built for all users: bicyclists, public transportation vehicles and passengers, motorists, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities.




Local Organizations Show Support For Ward’s Record Of Accomplishments

May 27, 2011
Michael Murphy 646-873-6008

Responding to rumors that Chris Ward may be removed from his position as Executive Director of the Port Authority, local advocates voiced their approval of Mr.


Transit Advocacy Group Cites the Millions of New Yorkers Who Stand To Benefit From Better Public Transit

April 4, 2011
Michael Murphy 646-873-6008

Transportation Alternatives praised Assembly Member Grace Meng (D-Flushing) today for taking a leadership stance in protecting the millions of New Yorkers who use public transit with the introduction


Transportation Group Circulates Step-By-Step Guide To Document And Report Lawless Driving

March 31, 2011
Brian Krapf 212-608-0333

Transportation Alternatives, New York's leading transportation advocacy group, today released their "Neighborhood Traffic Monitoring Toolkit," a step-by-step guide to help communities document l


Transportation Alternatives Urges New York’s Government To Take Action On The Revenue Crisis Facing Public Transit

March 31, 2011
Michael Murphy 646-873-6008

With the legislature and governor reaching agreement on the budget overnight, Transportation Alternatives urges New York's public officials immediately look to the future and address the revenue cri


February 11, 2011
Caroline Samponaro 1 646-873-6021

"Police enforcement of the most dangerous behaviors on the loop drive is important," said Caroline Samponaro, director of bicycle advocacy.


More than 600 East Side residents shaped blueprint’s recommendations

January 26, 2011
Kim Martineau 646-873-6008

With its wide avenues that encourage speeding, and a high number of residents who get around by walking and biking, Manhattan's East Side leads the city for pedestrians and cyclists injured by motor