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Comptroller: MTA Finances are in Trouble (But You Knew That)
Tom DiNapoli says that the regional transit agency is facing a $2.5-billion annual operating deficit in 2025 — and more in the "out" years — if it does not restore ridership to pre-pandemic levels that no one thinks is possible.
October 6, 2022
BPM? BTA? Whatever Model You Use, Congestion Pricing is Good for the Region
Congestion pricing is a win for the New York City region — and, in fact, the only question surrounding the proposed central business district tolling is just how big a win.
October 3, 2022
Friday’s Headlines: A Nice Sandwich Edition
Even on a busy news day, the biggest story in sheer size was the announcement that the MTA was going into the sandwich business. Plus other news.
September 30, 2022
MTA Encouraged by Apparent Increase in Subway Use by White Collar Workers, Tourists
Public transit — it's not just for essential workers anymore.
September 21, 2022
Opinion: Congestion Pricing Benefits Are Inarguable; Its Minor Problems are Easily Fixable
Congestion pricing will reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality.
It will raise vital revenue for public transit.
It will make the transportation system more equitable.
September 21, 2022
OPINION: Congestion Pricing Will Bring Cleaner Air for All
The key to ensuring safer, more reliable, efficient, and accessible public transit, as well as cleaner air, less traffic congestion, and safer roads, is through a swift implementation of congestion pricing.
September 14, 2022
‘Gridlock’ Sam: Give Truckers Credits So Congestion Toll Doesn’t Add to Bronx Pollution
"The only way congestion pricing would send trucks to the Cross Bronx is if the congestion charge exceeded current tolls," said the former city Traffic Commissioner.
September 14, 2022
OPINION: The Real ‘Cash Grab’ Isn’t Congestion Pricing — It’s Car Culture
It pays to remember who profits as complainants line up on central business district tolling.
September 7, 2022
ANALYSIS: Congestion Pricing Will Lead to Better Air Quality in The Bronx
Emissions will lessen in five neighboring counties — with health benefits all around.
August 26, 2022
Mythbuster: Congestion Pricing Study Shows Neighborhoods Won’t Be Flooded With Desperate Parkers
Time to park this fear in the dustbin of history.
August 18, 2022
