The New York City Department of Transportation has announced a comprehensive redesign of Ninth Avenue, one of Manhattan's busiest stretches, between West 34th and 50th Streets. The project includes a new "super sidewalk" that will add 9 feet of extra pedestrian space and include new concrete pedestrian islands at intersections to make crossings safer and less chaotic. The protected bike lane will also nearly double in width, growing from 5 feet to 9 feet. A new red-painted curbside bus lane will operate daily during peak hours to reduce traffic towards the Lincoln Tunnel. The changes are also aimed at increasing safety and reducing congestion.