NY S03166

Requires the New York City Department of Transportation to establish a formal process for evaluating whether traffic control signals should be installed at intersections.

Specifies evaluation criteria including motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic volumes, visibility, accident frequency and types, average vehicular speeds, proximity to existing signals, presence of school children and bicyclists, and alternative traffic control options.

Mandates the Department provide written findings within ten business days to requesters whose signal installation requests are denied, with copies sent to relevant state Assembly members and Senators.

Authorizes the Department to consider accident data and statistics from the Police Department and insurance companies in making signal placement decisions.

Takes effect 90 days after enactment, with administrative actions and rule promulgation authorized to occur before the effective date.