The initiative of Open streets in New York City it is here to stay.
A year ago when the city was going through difficult months due to the pandemic, the Mayor’s Office proposed this program when the parks were closed. Mayor de Blasio announced that the initiative covering 70 miles of streets will now be permanent.
“Those who do not have the park are sure to be convenient because imagine living tied up and finding a place to walk and all that would be better,” explains a neighbor.
This street located in Washington Heights will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day. The closure along Laurel Hill narrows from 182nd Street to 188th Street. And according to residents, the closure will impact them when looking for parking.
However, not all residents agree with the measure: “If the streets are closed here in Upper Manhattan, you will see a parking problem because here there is a lot of trouble and they fight a lot for parking because there is not enough space.”
Open Streets you have two options. One keeps the street open only for pedestrians and cyclists during certain hours of the day. Cars and commercial vehicles can park and unload during those hours. The other as is a total closure of the street for pedestrian use. During those days there will be no access to vehicles.
For Marciel Diese, a resident of the area and caregiver, the initiative will benefit many older people: “The same lady that I care for, she tells me, ‘I’m afraid to go out on the street because when I don’t, a car comes and you pull over. ‘Then at least I see it well. “
Interested local businesses and community centers can obtain more information on the city government website.
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