Politics & Government

New York City Council Votes To Make Open Streets Program Permanent

The City Council voted Thursday to keep certain roads closed to traffic at least part-time, CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reported.

April 30, 2021

New York City’s Open Streets program is here to stay.

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The City Council voted Thursday to keep certain roads closed to traffic at least part-time, CBS2’s Natalie Duddridge reported.

About two dozen people in Jackson Heights, Queens rallied in support of the bill Thursday. They said it’s part of their dream for a greener New York that gives pedestrians priority over drivers.

Find out what's happening in New York Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.



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