The city is continuing to crack down on drivers who hit pedestrians, Mayor de Blasio said Friday. 'They're always turning very sharp, and if you're not careful you can be hit.'Ĭouncilman Peter Koo said he'd like to see speed bumps installed there. 'This area right here has to be dealt with,' said Sherrell Jordan of Flushing. 'I almost got hit six or seven times walking across the street,' Fauntleroy said. People who live and work in the area agree. See how Thanksgiving Day parade balloons have changed over the years & other fun facts