The NYC Department of Transportation (DOT) has installed new smaller-sized traffic signals for cyclists along Third Avenue, starting at the intersection with East 69th Street. These signals, designed to be at eye-level for cyclists, feature a bicycle icon that alerts riders when to stop or proceed. The initiative is part of a broader redesign of 3rd Avenue, aimed at enhancing safety amid a historically high rate of severe traffic incidents. The DOT plans to install additional signals, particularly at intersections with left-turning vehicle lanes, to further protect cyclists and pedestrians.
The city’s Department of Transportation (DOT) installed new smaller traffic signals for cyclists on 3rd Avenue to enhance safety and compliance with traffic laws.
DOT officials report that the signals, positioned at cyclist eye-level, have a proven track record of improving safety for cyclists in other locations.
DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez stated, 'Our transformative redesign of 3rd Avenue has already made the street safer whether you are walking, biking or driving.'
The redesign of 3rd Avenue prioritizes cyclist safety and is part of a broader shift towards improving urban transportation infrastructure.
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