Residents of Niskayuna call for action following deadly Route 7 collision

Residents of Niskayuna, N.Y. are calling for improved safety measures on Route 7 following the tragic accident that claimed the life of Christopher Reith. The community is deeply saddened by the incident and is pleading for intervention from the State. Henry Rashid, a long-time resident, expressed distress over the lack of action, citing six deaths in accidents on Route 7 in the past three years. Witness to the recent crash, Rashid emphasized the urgent need for safety improvements to prevent further tragedies. Another resident, Gary Zakrzewski, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the necessity of speed bumps or lights to enhance safety. Niskayuna Town Supervisor Erin Cassady-Dorian also voiced frustration with the State's response, calling for collaborative efforts to address safety concerns on Route 7. Despite challenges with the Department of Transportation, the town secured funding to assess traffic and enhance safety measures, with input from residents being a crucial part of the process. Cassady-Dorian highlighted the prevalence of aggressive driving and speeding on Route 7, emphasizing the importance of updating the road design considering the changes since the early 90s.