VOICED : No more carriage rides in NY's Central Pa

The video discusses the iconic horse-drawn carriages in New York's Central Park, highlighting their cultural significance and the controversy surrounding their potential removal. Mayor Bill de Blasio, supported by NY Class, aims to replace them with electric vehicles due to concerns about animal welfare and safety. The video also covers the current stable conditions and legal requirements for horse care. The proposal to eliminate carriages requires City Council approval, leaving their future uncertain.

What is the main reason Mayor Bill de Blasio wants to eliminate horse-drawn carriages in New York City?

• To expand Central Park

• To create more jobs

• To replace them with electric vehicles

• To reduce traffic congestion

What does the organization NY Class propose as an alternative to horse-drawn carriages?

• Trams

• Pedestrian walkways

• Electric replicas of vintage cars

• Bicycles

What concern does NY Class have regarding the working conditions of horses?

• Horses are not fed properly

• Horses work in unsafe traffic conditions

• Horses are not given enough rest

• Horses are not trained well

According to stable owner Connor Mccue, what is a legal requirement for carriage horses?

• Monthly grooming

• Weekly health checkups

• Five weeks of vacation

• Daily exercise

What must happen before the mayor's proposal to eliminate carriages can be implemented?

• A public referendum

• Approval from the City Council

• A vote by the carriage drivers

• A court ruling