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ApplicationNo2506 t1_j2zpykp wrote

Traffic would be 20% less if people didn’t clog the intersections so opposing traffic can’t pass threw. It’s screw everyone else mentality I gotta be first. It’ll never change but it would help alot

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windupshoe2020 t1_j307ofw wrote

It should get ticketed more. If you can’t clear the intersection, it’s illegal to enter the intersection, except for a single car turning left.

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jabularich t1_j30rovz wrote

I like how NYers make it 3 cars turning left tho, cuz it's all about meeeeeee.

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dadefresh t1_j308mxz wrote

This is the biggest thing for me. It’s so rampant. Then nobody goes anywhere.

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ummaycoc t1_j30bmf6 wrote

I only started driving recently and if I don't go and block the intersection the people behind me start honking because they can't also block the intersection with me as the light is changing. I guess it's a team sport.

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djdiamond755 t1_j34ezi8 wrote

I just ignore the honks and keep the intersection clear. This is a law that needs to be more strictly enforced.

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ummaycoc t1_j34ncx2 wrote

Yeah I don't jump into the intersection just to please them.

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camilofl20 t1_j35spik wrote

You can me be my friend!

I do the same exact thing, and guess what? I see that people next to me sometimes do it too, probably because they see me doing it.

We need more people like you because I think that people’s mentality is like “if you are blocking, I’m blocking too. Everyone does it.” By not doing it, we can make some people follow suit, because they will then feel pressured and ashamed, they will not want to be the assholes.

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JE163 t1_j32o5rx wrote

Its far past time for the city to be out in force and ticketing people blocking the box, blocking sidewalks, running stop signs and otherwise being aggresive. To be fair, they can ticket the cyclists and jay walkers too.

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thesweetestchill_ t1_j316g5i wrote

Driving has become such a nightmare with how impatient everyone is. It’s a big problem throughout the city on the major roadways. Everybody rushing to merge causing huge congestion and jams.

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101ina45 t1_j33jy5k wrote

Solution is simple, put cameras at each intersection and make it an auto $100 fine.

Won't solve the fake paper plates, but it's a start.

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kolt54321 t1_j33q4ju wrote

Clearly fines in the past have solved congestion. Right?

I wouldn't be surprised if the city did it anyway to raise funds. Just like putting school limits into effect 24/7 for... what reason again?

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dorgsmack t1_j34a7ce wrote

Enforceable fines absolutely work. This whole “fines wont stop people” is absolute nonsense. Slap a $300 ticket for blocking an intersection or running a stop sign and actually enforce it. In a couple months everybody is going to have some respect. Is it going to solve congestion ? No, but it’s a start towards wrangling this chaos. It works in LA, no reason it shouldn’t work here.

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kolt54321 t1_j34atlk wrote

I agree, but the whole point is to stop congestion. This does little to help it.

There's already lines of cars 5 roads deep in transit deserts in Brooklyn. "Respect" isn't going to do anything to help.

Not only that, they enforce fines in ways that make them the most money. Just like that camera they put right off the ramp of Shore Parkway to catch everyone who was actually doing highway speed.

And similarly, putting school zone cameras in effect 24/7. There is no good reason why anyone needs to be going 15mph on Saturday at midnight.

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dorgsmack t1_j34cjh1 wrote

Maybe not, but if there’s other illegal actions that are making congestion worse, then pull people over and fine them. Might be too logical for the bureaucrats though.

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kolt54321 t1_j34em57 wrote

I agree with you. Paper plates are a big one though and not caught by cameras.

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movingtobay2019 t1_j352je7 wrote

Then make it so the first 2 or 3 violations get tossed out.

I admit I speed all the fucking time but I pay the fine if I get a ticket.

The lawlessness in the city just has to stop. If we need to start impounding cars, then so be it.

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kolt54321 t1_j35jn05 wrote

I'm with you on all accounts, but I don't think it would be implemented in a reasonable way.

We have infrastructure issues way beyond lawlessness. Transforming Ocean Parkway like I mentioned in other comments would be a great start.

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101ina45 t1_j33q8dq wrote

I mean, I think the 14th st bus lane fine worked but I conceded I'm not an expert on the subject.

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kolt54321 t1_j344nbk wrote

Fines for bus lanes are fantastic, but don't solve car congestion, they solve bus congestion (which is worthy in its own right).

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pattuspl t1_j35qy9n wrote

To me it's crazy how exits are congested . Look at BQE exit 31 to wythe / williamsburg st W.

Also too many Uber drivers.

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