Dear Community,
I’m excited to share that this past Wednesday the MTA announced that it will be expanding cyclist and pedestrian access across two bridges in the Bronx. Cyclists will now be able to bike across the Cross Bay bridge and bike across the Henry Hudson bridge in 2025, once necessary renovations are completed. This upgrade is part of a series of actions the MTA will be undertaking through its landmark Bike, Pedestrian, and Micromobility Strategic Action Plan— a direct result of my legislation with Assemblymember González-Rojas that was signed into law to require the MTA to develop a plan for expanding cyclist and pedestrian access on MTA bridges and stations.
The initial plan also includes additional bike parking infrastructure at 37 priority subway stations throughout the system and the announcement of the initial commuter rail stations to pilot improved car-free connectivity to local communities.
These capital improvements are a transformative step towards building a more sustainable and accessible transportation system, and will benefit thousands of commuters and working New Yorkers. I’m grateful to the MTA for prioritizing cyclists and pedestrians, and look forward to further working with them on this issue.
Additionally, today is the last day to nominate exceptional individuals and businesses in District 34 for the Liberty Medal and Empire Awards. Fill out this form to nominate individuals for the Liberty Medal Award and fill out this form to nominate businesses for the Empire Award
Lastly, this upcoming Monday is Halloween. I’d like to wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween!
With Gratitude,
State Senator Alessandra Biaggi
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