Janette Sadik-Khan

Janette Sadik-Khan has served as the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation since 2007. Internationally recognized for her expertise in transportation issues and progressive reform, public policy development, and innovative finance, Sadik-Khan has implemented an ambitious program to improve safety, mobility, and sustainability, and to ensure a state of good repair for New York City’s infrastructure. Sadik-Khan has overseen numerous innovative projects including, the planning and launch of the nation’s largest bike share program and seven Select Bus Service routes, the creation of quality pedestrian space in Times Square and along Broadway, the installation and design of 54 plazas and the addition of 350 miles of bicycle lanes citywide. Sadik-Khan holds a B.A. in Political Science from Occidental College, and a J.D. from Columbia University School of Law.

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