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flag Central Park horse carriages may end due to safety concerns, public opposition, and pending city council decisions.

flag Central Park horse-drawn carriages may end after years of debate over animal welfare and public safety, with Mayor Eric Adams urging city council action and supporting voluntary license surrender and worker retraining. flag Critics, including animal rights groups and the Central Park Conservancy, cite horse collapses and escapes, especially during a busy summer, as evidence of danger. flag Public opinion leans against the carriages, with a 2022 survey showing 71% opposed. flag Drivers and their union defend the tradition, claim proper horse care, and argue e-bikes and scooters pose greater risks. flag A 2022 ban proposal remains pending, and with the November 4 election approaching, the future of the carriages hinges on council decisions and shifting public sentiment.

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