Staten Island pol calls to study lifting 'right on red' ban in parts of borough

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Staten Island Councilmember Pushes for 'Right on Red' Ban Relief Amid Mixed Reactions from Residents.

A Republican lawmaker in Staten Island is urging the city's transportation department to conduct a study on lifting the borough's strict right-on-red ban, citing differences in traffic dynamics and pedestrian activity compared to other parts of New York City.

Councilmember Frank Morano believes that with careful analysis, it could be possible to identify select intersections where allowing drivers to turn right at red lights would not compromise safety. The proposed study would examine factors such as visibility, space available for turning, car traffic volume, and pedestrian activity.

However, opinions on the proposal are sharply divided among Staten Islanders. Some argue that lifting the ban would greatly reduce commute times, while others express deep concerns about the potential risks to pedestrians, particularly schoolchildren.

At Amboy Road and Huguenot Avenue, one of the intersections targeted by Morano's bill, locals say allowing right turns on red lights would put hundreds of kids flooding the sidewalks every morning and afternoon at risk. Residents near Elias Bernstein Intermediate School, another proposed study site, point out that these areas are actually devoid of foot traffic during school hours.

Meanwhile, local drivers like Tony Forna argue that the current ban makes turning right before the light changes more perilous for children who cross the street after school lets out.

The city's transportation department claims that 186 intersections on Staten Island currently allow right turns at red lights, citing clear visibility and sufficient gaps in traffic. However, Councilmember Morano insists that a comprehensive study is necessary to determine which areas are safe enough for the ban to be lifted.

Ultimately, Morano emphasizes that his proposal is not ideologically driven but rather practical, focusing on engineering, safety, data, and real-world traffic conditions unique to Staten Island.
 
idk about this 'right on red' ban relief thingy 🤔... i mean, one minute it's gonna save everyone's time, the next it's a recipe for disaster 🚨. like, councilmember Morano says there are intersections where it's safe, but how do you know that's true? 🤷‍♂️. and what about all those ppl who gotta cross the street during school hours? shouldn't we be prioritizing safety over time savings ⏱️?
 
I'm like totally confused about this right-on-red thingy... So they wanna lift the ban in Staten Island, but some people think it's gonna put kids at risk, right? 🤔 I mean, if there's no foot traffic during school hours, why would it be a problem? And what's with all these factors Councilmember Morano is talking about? Is he like, super into engineering or something? 🚧 I guess it's good that he's trying to figure out which intersections are safe for the ban, but at the same time... my friend's kid has to cross that road and I just wanna make sure they're okay! 😬
 
[Grumpy Cat]😒🚗 why so serious about right turns?

[Trololo] 🤣 turn signs are just a suggestion, fam!

[Olympian Fail] 🏊‍♂️ can't even get the basics right on Staten Island

[Sarcastic Keanu] "Whoa, right turn at red lights? Never happened... 😎
 
🤔 I mean, I get where Councilmember Morano's coming from, you know? Commute times can be a nightmare for some people. But at the same time, those "right on red" signs have been in place since forever, and it seems like most of the traffic cops don't mess up too often. The concern about safety is understandable, but I think it's worth considering if we can find ways to make sure kids are looking both ways and not getting caught in the crossfire.

And honestly, 186 intersections already allow right turns at red lights? That's a lot of roads with relatively low traffic congestion. It feels like we're being too cautious here. 🚗👀
 
I'm kinda torn about this whole 'right on red' ban thing on Staten Island 🤔. As someone who's lived in NYC for ages, I've seen how it can be a total game-changer for commuters, but at the same time, you gotta consider those schools and whatnot 🚫. I mean, if they study it properly, maybe they can find some sweet spots where it wouldn't mess with safety too much 🌞. But honestly, I think the islanders are spot on about how it could be super hazardous for kids 🚨. Can we just make sure that any changes don't compromise the people who really matter? 👀
 
I'm not sure if Morano's trying to help or just stir up some controversy 🤔. I mean, the stats from the city say 186 intersections already allow right turns at red lights without any major issues, so what's changed? Are we really going to conduct a whole new study just because some people think it might be safer? It's like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Meanwhile, locals are still worried about their kids getting hurt, and that's something Morano should be listening to more 🚨. But at the same time, if there are specific areas where right turns can be done safely without compromising safety, then yeah, let's do it! Just make sure we're not putting people in harm's way for the sake of convenience 😊.
 
I'm literally shook by this whole thing 🤯. I mean, can you blame Councilmember Frank Morano for wanting to see if it's even possible to lift the "right on red" ban? I know some people are already freaking out about kids getting hurt or whatever, but come on... 186 intersections where it's safe enough to turn right? That sounds like a whole lotta engineering magic ✨. And let's be real, who doesn't hate sitting at red lights when all they want to do is get home or head to the beach 🏖️.

But what really gets me is that some people are just so opposed to change. I mean, I get it, there's a risk involved and we gotta think about safety and stuff... but can't we at least try? Morano's not trying to make things up as he goes along or anything... he's actually trying to do something about traffic congestion 🚗.

I'm just curious to see what the study says and if it even works out. But one thing's for sure, Staten Island is already dealing with way too much traffic and gridlock... let's hope this might be a solution 🤞
 
idk why ppl r so against this 😒 right-on-red ban is outdated lol its like 90s NYC or something these kids growin up think they know better than councilmember Morano 🙄 gotta admit tho, some intersections do seem pretty safe 📍 like Amboy Road and Huguenot Ave dont really see the point of puttin extra stress on pedestrians when traffic volume is low anyway 🚗💨
 
I'm like, totally torn about this "Right on Red" thing... 🤯 I mean, it's a no-brainer right? We should def lift the ban at all the intersections where it makes total sense, but like, not everywhere, you know? 😬 Those areas near Elias Bernstein Intermediate School are basically ghost towns during school hours, what's the point of having more kids on the sidewalks when they're not even there? 🤷‍♀️ On the other hand, I can see how some of those schools have tons of foot traffic after school lets out, so maybe we should just be more careful with safety measures instead of totally lifting the ban... 🚨

And honestly, 186 intersections already allow right turns on red lights... shouldn't that count for something? 😩 Councilmember Morano's all about being practical and stuff, but like, isn't he also kinda trying to spin this as a "no-brainer" deal? 🤔
 
Ugh, can't believe the state of our forum anymore... 🤦‍♂️ anyway, back to Staten Island... so councilmember Morano thinks it's a good idea to lift that right-on-red ban but honestly, I think he's just being naive. Those areas around Elias Bernstein Intermediate School are like ghost towns during school hours and you expect hundreds of kids to be on the sidewalks? 😂 I mean, I get the whole safety thing but come on, it's not like they're just gonna magically appear out of thin air.

And what about all those drivers who swear by the current ban? Shouldn't we at least listen to their concerns too? 🤷‍♂️ This is Staten Island we're talking about, not some high-tech city in Silicon Valley. Can't we just stick with what works and not try to fix something that ain't broke?
 
I'm like totally old school when it comes to this whole right-on-red thing... remember how we used to just cruise around and turn whenever we wanted? Nowadays it's all about safety first and I get it, but it feels like we're losing some freedom on the roads. I mean, I've lived in Staten Island my whole life and I've seen those intersections where you can already make a right turn at red lights without causing any issues... maybe they just need to study it more? It's not like we're talking about letting everyone run wild here... but still, I kinda miss the good old days when we could just wing it.
 
ugh i dont get why councilmember morano wanna lift the right on red ban... im all for reducing commute times, but isnt it better to just make schools safer instead? like, cant we have designated crosswalks or something? 🤔‍♀️ also, isnt that gonna cause more chaos when kids are crossing streets at random?

i mean, isnt it a given that drivers gotta be careful when turning right on red? cant we just trust people to follow the rules? 🙄
 
idk how they can say it's not about saving time lol what's wrong with just turning right already? 🤷‍♂️ but seriously, i get why some ppl are worried about kids crossing streets every morning/afternoon... that would be super sketchy. and on the other hand, if drivers have to wait forever at red lights, commute times will suffer too 😩. councilmember morano's idea seems like a good one tho - maybe just need to study each intersection to figure out which ones are safe for right turns 📊💡
 
idk how they expect this 'study' to change anything 🤔. seems like a bunch of assumptions from one guy who thinks he's above the law... 186 intersections already have 'clear visibility' and they're still not good enough? that's just it, some areas aren't safe no matter what, so why bother trying to fix this now?

and btw, if kids are flooding the sidewalks because drivers can turn right on red, shouldn't we be addressing that issue instead of making it easier for drivers to navigate? 🚧
 
I dont think its fair 2 assume every intersection with right on reds r a danger 2 kids 🤔. I mean, alot of streets in NYC have heavy foot traffic already. Its not like we cant manage it. We should focus on improving pedestrian safety instead of just telling people what can b/done. And btw, isnt it weird that only the areas with little foot traffic are mentioned as exceptions?
 
ugh dont get me wrong i kinda wanna help people save time or whatever, but idk how they can seriously think it's safe 2 allow right turns at red lights esp with all the schools & kid crossings around here 🤦‍♀️ i mean councilmember morano might be trying 2 find a practical solution but comon, prioritizing kids safety over convenience? 🚨 i get that he wants 2 do his job but this proposal just feels like a recipe 4 disaster
 
I feel bad for those drivers who have to sit at red lights forever 🙄. I mean, can you imagine being stuck in traffic for like 10 mins just because of a right turn rule? It's not gonna make their day easier 😬. But on the other hand, I get why some people are worried about safety - kids do cross the street and accidents happen 🚨. Maybe we should look at it from a data-driven perspective and see where the numbers say it's safe to lift the ban? 📊
 
so they're trying to lift the "right on red" rule in Staten Island... some people think it'll save time for drivers, others are worried about kids getting hurt on the sidewalks 🚗👧‍🏫 it's like they're saying "let's try this out, but not too hard lol" meanwhile the city is all "it's safe here" 🤔 what if there's a study that says otherwise tho?
 
idk about this... sounds like a recipe for disaster 🚨. I mean, schools are literally right next to these busy streets already, so what's the diff if kids gotta dodge cars at red lights too? plus have you seen those streets? they're always jammed 🚗💨. can't we just stick with the status quo and avoid another traffic nightmare?
 
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