New York, NY, November 10, 2026 — In Greenpoint, Brooklyn, a recently installed traffic diverter near Public School 110 is reportedly facing disregard from some drivers, according to observations. The diverter, intended to curb cut-through traffic and improve safety for pedestrians and students, is said to be bypassed by motorists who are driving over or around the structure.

This reported behavior is not only illegal but also contributes to the damage of the traffic calming measure. The initiative aimed to create a safer environment around the school by discouraging non-local traffic from using residential streets as shortcuts.

The specific consequences of these actions, such as the extent of damage to the diverter or any potential increase in traffic incidents, were not detailed in the reports. The names of the drivers or specific instances of them driving over or around the diverter were also not provided. Similarly, details regarding any enforcement actions, fines issued, or the exact timeline of the damage occurring were not made public.

City Department of Transportation (DOT) officials have previously noted the importance of such traffic calming measures in school zones. These installations are typically designed to slow down vehicles, reduce speeding, and create clearer pedestrian pathways, especially during school hours when children and families are most vulnerable.

The purpose of the diverter near PS 110 was to enhance the safety of the area by altering traffic patterns. The reported circumvention of this measure raises concerns about its effectiveness and the commitment to maintaining traffic safety regulations in the neighborhood. The long-term impact of these actions on the neighborhood’s traffic safety goals remains to be seen.


Story summarized from the original created by Sam Brule on nyc.streetsblog.org, see more information here.

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