Photos: The Future Pedestrian-Friendly Plans For East 43rd Street

Pedestrians take advantage of a car-free 43rd Street in East Midtown Friday afternoon.

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Pedestrians take advantage of a car-free 43rd Street in East Midtown Friday afternoon.

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City Council Member Dan Garodnick.

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City Council Member Dan Garodnick.

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Rob Speyer of developer Tishman Speyer

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Rob Speyer of developer Tishman Speyer

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