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12/01/2008: "NYC's "Summer Streets" a Success!"

The first carfree street closure in New York, inspired by Bogotá's Ciclovia, was a resounding success, with the people asking for more! Take a look at the short video below for some typical reactions:

To see more great films about carfree living, urban cycling, and sustainable cities, visit Streetfilms.

Richard Risemberg, on 12.01.08 @ 13:50PST