Thursday Headlines: Monroe County Moving Edition
Monroe County is seeking public input for its Countywide Active Transportation Implementation Plan, which will identify projects that enhance safety, accessibility and connectivity for pedestrians, cyclists and people using mobility devices.
The county will also hold a public open house on July 16, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at SUNY Empire, 680 Westfall Road and make an online survey available through Aug. 21.
The initiative is being led by Monroe County’s Departments of Transportation and Planning and Development and the Genesee Transportation Council.
“Creating safer and more accessible transportation options is an important part of building a healthier, more connected Monroe County,” said Monroe County Executive Adam Bello. “This plan supports our Vision Zero initiative to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries while making it easier and safer for residents of all ages and abilities to walk, bike and access destinations throughout our county.”
Elsewhere in the Empire State:
- A traffic circle in Russell Gardens is meant to make life safer, but all residents aren’t on board. (Newsday)
- A teen riding an e-bike in Bethpage is in critical condition after being hit by a car driver. (News 12 Long Island)
- Gov. Hochul is trying to cut red tape mandating archaic communication methods like fax by using artificial intelligence. (The New York Times)
- Rep. Mike Lawler (R-Rockland) is facing a rough reelection campaign, according to a new poll. (The New York Post)
- State Route 9 in Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow is receiving $25 million in federal grants for road safety improvements. (The Journal News)
- A child was struck and killed by a school bus in Monsey. (Mid Hudson News)
- Westchester County’s complete streets program awarded its first construction award in Mt. Kisco. (Mid Hudson News)
- Assembly Member Pam Hunter (D-Syracuse) wants to regulate license plate readers. (Central Current)
- Ulster County Legislator Chris Hewitt is driving an electric rickshaw as part of a fuel-free microtransit program to connect residents to fresh food. (Hudson Valley One)
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