Hey Neighbors,

We've been quiet for a while, but here's what we've been up to.

We have our first event!

Join N.A.S.A.S on August 12th @ 10 am for an opportunity to do some crowdsourced surveying. This event will provide participants with first-hand knowledge of the existing dimensions of pedestrian infrastructure on Austin Street.

We will be using a free surveying service, Field Papers, to make annotations to Austin Street and surrounding streets. We’ll be using instruments like measuring wheels and tape to estimate the total width of the sidewalks and marked crossings.

We’ll also note where other important street infrastructure exists, such as street trees, benches, curb cuts, and tactile markers for people with disabilities.

Data collected will be uploaded onto OpenStreetMap, the world’s largest crowdsourced map, and shared with the local community board.

The event is open to all age groups. Participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

The event is weather permitting. Will reschedule to a later time in the event of inclement weather

Estimated event duration: 2 hours

Meet at the 71st Avenue / Queens Boulevard on the south side by the 71st Avenue subway entrance.

Note: photos will be taken of event volunteers. If you are not comfortable with your photo being taken, please indicate so at the start of the event.

TO RSVP: PLEASE FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM https://forms.gle/5Ej1oEfohbVqBJUW6 

https://asaferaustinstreet.com/news/event-mapping-access-on-austin-street

Meeting Electeds

We are still meeting with elected officials and DEMANDING that we get A Safer Austin Street! This week, we met with Queens Boro President Donovan Richards' office. We had a great conversation about how we can make Austin Street nicer, safer, and more equitable! 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvM3b7ZuNwz/

New Website!

We now have a new website with new content! This site will help us better convey the issues on Austin Street as well as give us a platform for more education. Check it out at http://ASaferAustinStreet.com/

Don't forget to share!

Please share our petition, website, and social media links with friends and family. This 100% grassroots project can only grow if we grow it together! 

Thank you for reading and for helping finally Fix Austin Street,
Pedro Rodriguez