| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
The City is committed to working with communities along the BQE corridor on two important initiatives. BQE Central will fix the City-owned structure from Atlantic Avenue to Sands Street and BQE North and South will identify upgrades for the entire BQE corridor in Brooklyn. Our work is driven by four guiding principles:
New York City will work with elected officials and communities to develop a comprehensive vision for the BQE corridor in Brooklyn and move these projects forward.
New York City will take action as necessary to ensure that the City-owned section of the BQE remains safe and prioritize a resilient design. This includes interim repairs to maintain safety of the structure while we work toward a long-fix. NYC DOT will deploy a nation-leading automated enforcement program to fine overweight trucks, using weigh-in-motion technology.
New York City will invest in communities along the full BQE corridor in an equitable manner. The current design of the BQE currently cuts through many low-income and working-class neighborhoods where most residents are people of color. These physical structures have negatively impacted communities for generations and we are committed to reversing its discriminatory effects.
We will pursue federal infrastructure funds to rebuild this vital corridor. NYC DOT will fund essential short-term repairs and focus new investments on areas of greatest impact, such as safety improvements, alternative freight solutions, and the creation of public space.
Community engagement will guide NYC DOT's decisions about the future of projects along the full BQE corridor. To hear from as many people as possible we will offer a variety of ways to provide input, both online and in-person at various times to accommodate varying schedules and preferences.
Engagement methods will include, but not be limited to: