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#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
15 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
15 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
#parking-enforcement
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
SF politics

One Man's War on Scofflaw Parking Around Precita Park - Streetsblog San Francisco

A San Francisco resident's repeated parking violation complaints to the city go unenforced, with SFMTA falsely claiming officer responses while creating safety hazards near schools and parks.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Santa Monica Parking Enforcement Vehicles to Use AI Cameras to Ticket Bike Lane Violations - Streetsblog California

Hayden AI will equip seven Santa Monica parking enforcement vehicles with vision AI to automate detection and enforcement of parking violations, expanding citywide bike-lane monitoring.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Rampant Placard Abuse is Mucking Up This Bike Lane in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

Illegal parking placards are obstructing truck delivery zones and bike lanes in downtown Brooklyn, prompting calls for better enforcement from the Department of Transportation.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Santa Monica Parking Enforcement Vehicles to Use AI Cameras to Ticket Bike Lane Violations - Streetsblog California

London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

MTA to begin fining drivers who block buses on 2 Queens routes starting Friday | amNewYork

MTA will enforce traffic fines on Q17 and Q27 bus routes starting April 17 to improve bus speeds and safety.
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
20 hours ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
#grand-army-plaza
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
15 hours ago

New Plan Announced to Limit Traffic Around Grand Army Plaza

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes transforming Grand Army Plaza into a pedestrian plaza to enhance safety and public space.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Mamdani, NYC DOT unveil proposed redesign for Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza

Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while connecting to Prospect Park.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Revealed: the train stations where your car is most likely to be clamped

Irish Rail took in more than €15m in parking fees from motorists, while also clamping nearly 4,300 cars at its stations over the last two years.
UK news
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
Mission District
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Tribeca Residents Want To Swap Parking for A Plaza at Underused Barnett Newman Triangle - Streetsblog New York City

Barnett Newman Triangle needs transformation into a green pedestrian space to enhance community use and safety.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Good Morning, News: Mercury Transportation Issue Drops and Broadway Bridge Reopens? In the Same Week? Curious. - Portland Mercury

A Northeast Portland drug treatment facility closed, affecting nearly 50 women, while local news covers transportation issues and a lawsuit against PacifiCorp.
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Police, city investigating tree removals from leafy midtown neighbourhood without permit | CBC News

Toronto police and city staff are investigating the illegal removal of three mature evergreens without a permit in a midtown neighborhood.
New York City
fromCity Limits
16 hours ago

Will New City Rules Finally Bring More Sidewalk Sheds Down?

New York City aims to reduce construction scaffolding while ensuring safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
Public health
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Need To Kill Cross Bronx Widening Plan Is Obvious Amid Slight Congestion Pricing Pollution Uptick - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul has delayed a decision on widening the Cross Bronx Expressway due to concerns over increased pollution in the Bronx.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I should have been safe on a pavement' - woman recalls horrific hire e-bike crash

Sandy Peters suffered severe injuries and PTSD after being hit by a speeding e-bike while walking with her son.
Austin
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
California
fromABC7 New York
5 days ago

Philadelphia parking garage collapse leaves 1 dead, 2 missing

A parking garage under construction partially collapsed in Philadelphia, resulting in one death and two individuals unaccounted for.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: March (Parking) Madness Trophy Ceremony Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The 120th Precinct of Staten Island won the March Madness competition for being the most disrespectful to neighbors regarding parking.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

London park wars: Inside the battle to restrict festivals in Brockwell Park and Gunnersbury Park

London's summer music events face cancellations and local opposition due to concerns over park conditions and community disruption.
NYC politics
fromDocumented
6 days ago

Here Are Several Lesser-Known NYC Laws - Documented

President Trump is reshaping immigration policy, causing concern among migrant communities about safety and legal repercussions in the U.S.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

This major London bridge will be shut to cars until 2027 - here's how to avoid the disruption

Albert Bridge will be closed to vehicles for repairs until 2027 due to structural issues, but remains open for pedestrians and cyclists.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Toronto police launch safety blitz in school zones to crack down on illegal parking | CBC News

"It is paramount that drivers prioritize the safety of our most vulnerable road users schoolchildren and pedestrians," police said in the release.
Canada news
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Councils pressed to use universal parking app to cut 'unfair' fines

The government is promoting a nationwide parking payment app to reduce fines and simplify payments for drivers across England.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Work to Resume on Flatbush Avenue Center Bus Lanes

The project aims to enhance bus service speed and street safety on Flatbush Avenue with dedicated lanes and improved pedestrian facilities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

As parents age, their children face hard choices about when to take the car keys

Older drivers may face declining skills, prompting family members to intervene regarding their ability to drive safely.
California
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Group wants to put town's use of parking lots on the ballot

Residents of Los Altos seek a ballot initiative to protect downtown parking plazas from changes without public voting.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility

A 12-year-old boy, Emmet Zodrow, was critically injured by a car driven by an elderly woman who confused the brake and gas pedals.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

NCP to Shut 20 Car Parks Due to Administration - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

NCP has faced a challenging trading environment over several years, with changing consumer behaviours impacting volumes, and a high fixed cost-base leading to trading losses.
London startup
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Empty building in Chelsea caught fire, FDNY says

Firefighters extinguished a fire in an empty Manhattan apartment building, with two firefighters hospitalized for minor injuries.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Multiple pedestrians struck by car in Derby city centre as man arrested

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
#curb-management
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Taming the streets: Mamadani establishes Office of Curb Management to calm chaotic public streets

A new Office of Curb Management will organize NYC's streets and curbside parking to enhance safety and accessibility for all users.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani Creates 'Curb Management' Office at DOT, Seeking Order From Chaos - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration will establish an Office of Curb Management to optimize New York City's curbside space for public use.
New York City
fromCurbed
6 days ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Taming the streets: Mamadani establishes Office of Curb Management to calm chaotic public streets

A new Office of Curb Management will organize NYC's streets and curbside parking to enhance safety and accessibility for all users.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani Creates 'Curb Management' Office at DOT, Seeking Order From Chaos - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration will establish an Office of Curb Management to optimize New York City's curbside space for public use.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

DOT reminds delivery apps they must give drivers protective equipment, get them to complete new safety course | amNewYork

Delivery apps must provide safety equipment and training for their workers to address rising safety concerns in New York City.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Op-ed: Double Parking Likely Contributed to Inner Sunset Tragedy - Streetsblog San Francisco

Double-parked vehicles force cyclists into dangerous traffic situations, causing serious injuries and deaths that could be prevented through enforcement of parking violations.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

With thousands of freshly painted red curbs, Berkeley implements law that bans parking next to intersections

Berkeley completed painting red curbs at 20-foot zones before intersections to improve sightlines and reduce traffic collisions, implementing a 2023 state law prohibiting parking near crosswalks.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Upper West Siders Beg DOT For A 'Low-Traffic Neighborhood' - Streetsblog New York City

Community Board 7 seeks to implement low-traffic neighborhoods to reduce pollution and improve quality of life on residential streets.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Parking Citations Are Most Frequent in the Financial District, Marina, North Beach, and SoMa

San Francisco's Financial District, Marina, North Beach, and SoMa receive the most parking citations per capita, primarily for street-cleaning violations and expired meters due to high commercial, tourist, and commuter traffic requiring heavier enforcement.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Car-hating NYC pol wants 5 million square feet of new 'pedestrian space' - critics fear 'more gridlock'

A Brooklyn councilman proposes creating 1 million square feet of annual pedestrian space over five years, requiring the city to prioritize car-free zones near transit hubs without estimating parking and lane losses.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Councillor calls for action on illegal car meets

Westminster Council faces criticism for delayed action on illegal car meets, with a councillor demanding high-friction road surfacing and court injunctions to enhance public safety.
East Bay real estate
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Residents will need to get a city permit to park

East Palo Alto Council approved a residential parking permit program after modifying it to only affect neighborhoods where residents petition for permit zones, though permit pricing remains undetermined.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn's Community Board 6 wants NYC DOT to issue parking tickets instead of NYPD

Community Board 6 advocates for NYC DOT to issue parking tickets instead of the NYPD to address local parking issues.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why did I get a 100 parking fine when charging my electric car?

Driver received a PCN after charging at a 24-hour Mer EV charger because car-park terms prohibit parking 9pm–6am despite misleading signage.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Harrow makes free parking scheme permanent

Harrow Council permanently establishes one-hour free parking across 13 council car parks and all on-street bays to boost local shopping and footfall.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Not in Boston? Your space saver is likely illegal

Most Massachusetts communities ban parking space savers after snowstorms, with fines up to $100, though Boston allows them during declared snow emergencies for 48 hours.
#low-traffic-neighbourhoods
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Low-traffic zones unlawful, High Court rules

Six Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in south London were ruled unlawful because their primary purpose was generating revenue through enforcement rather than improving road safety.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Low-traffic zones unlawful, High Court rules

Six Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in south London were ruled unlawful because their primary purpose was generating revenue through enforcement rather than improving road safety.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

High-rise rules relaxed after internet rollout warning

Government plans to exempt internal wall drilling for broadband installations in high-rise English flats from prior building-safety-regulator approval to speed fibre upgrades.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Is your state making school zones more dangerous?

Simple, evidence-based interventions like handwashing and automated speed-enforcement cameras dramatically reduce deaths, but social and political resistance can delay adoption.
New York City
fromCurbed
4 weeks ago

Could Mamdani Really End Free Street Parking?

Free urban parking occupies valuable public space and represents an underpriced asset that could fund city services while improving traffic flow and reducing pollution.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Can you save a public parking spot after a snowstorm? The debate rages on

City rules vary: some ban space savers on public streets after snow while others allow limited temporary use or have local traditions.
New York City
fromYahoo News
1 month ago

New York City's Worst Speeders and the Bill Proposed to Stop Them

New York City's ten most reckless drivers have accumulated thousands of speeding tickets and paid substantial fines, yet continue driving dangerously on city streets, highways, and school zones without meaningful consequences.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Oxford Street to ban traffic by 'end of summer'

London's mayor has instructed his team to pedestrianize Oxford Street's west stretch from Orchard Street to Great Portland Street by summer's end, banning all motorized vehicles while maintaining emergency access.
California
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Council OK with housing at Town and Country, wants to keep an eye on traffic

Palo Alto City Council supports a proposal for two seven-story buildings adding 158 apartments and 315 parking spaces near Town and Country Village.
UK news
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

This London park has introduced traffic lights and 50 fines for cyclists

New traffic-light pedestrian crossings and legal requirements for cyclists to stop at red lights are being introduced around Regent's Park to improve pedestrian safety.
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

The Good Life: Private Parking in Brooklyn

It's possible to live your entire life in Brooklyn and never own a car. Of course, public transportation routes and stops are not perfect. There are places in the borough that are not served well at all, but for most people in what is called "brownstone Brooklyn," everyday life doesn't include car ownership. If it isn't prudent or possible to walk or bike, then we hop on a bus or the subway,
Brooklyn
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Action urged over violence against transport staff

Nearly 10,500 cases of workplace violence against London transport staff were recorded annually, causing serious injuries including broken bones and noses, with many incidents unreported.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday's Headlines: NYPD Placard Chaos Edition - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officers illegally use parking placards to avoid enforcement, and dangerous street design in Brooklyn has caused hundreds of crashes and injuries since 2022.
#alternate-side-parking
fromGothamist
1 month ago
New York City

Drivers: Time to finally move your car. NYC's alternate side parking returns Thursday.

fromGothamist
1 month ago
New York City

Drivers: Time to finally move your car. NYC's alternate side parking returns Thursday.

New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Tuesday's Headlines: (Parking) Space ... The Final Frontier Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Metering one-quarter of currently free street parking could generate about $1.3 billion annually to fund affordable housing while improving turnover and reducing congestion.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Ten Years of Placard Abuse: The Criminal Practice that Mamdani Must End - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani swept into Gracie Mansion on the promise of ending widespread corruption around policing and street safety. He can do both by laser-focusing his efforts on eliminating the prevalent abuse and forgery of parking placards. Mamdani has a rare chance to permanently halt this dangerous and criminal practice, and, in doing so, radically alter the balance of power in New York City. For the past decade, under the handle @placardabuse, we've documented how a large contingent of car drivers misuse their parking privileges -
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Friday's Headlines: Redesign Not Crackdowns Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A lot of what we can do at DOT is ... is focusing on designing our streets, designing our infrastructure, to make it easier for delivery workers to make safe choices, to operate safely, to reduce conflicts between them and other users, whether that's basically wider bike lanes that can accommodate a wider range of users,
New York City
New York City
fromHoodline
2 months ago

MTA Expands Bus Lane Enforcement in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Drivers Face Rising Fines

MTA expands bus-lane camera enforcement in Brooklyn and Manhattan; fines start at $50 and rise to $250 for repeat violations.
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