In New York, the reclaiming of city streets for all modes of transportation, including bicycles and walking, has been underway for some time. From the introduction of almost 500 miles of new bike lanes since 20 07 and car-free hours in Central Park and Prospect Park, to the pedestrian improvements in Herald Square, Times Square and other major intersections, the pedestrianization of public rights of way coincided with increased attractiveness of the central city.