MTA Implements Time Delay for Emergency Gates to Combat Subway Fare Evasion
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is facing a fare evasion problem, estimating a loss of $690 million due to fare jumpers. The much-mocked new subway gates and emergency-exit timers have been defended by MTA Chairman Janno Lieber, who admitted the gates' shortcomings but argued for their partial success. The MTA is pursuing various measures to clamp down on fare evasion, including testing timed emergency gates near turnstiles and installing tighter gearing on turnstiles. Officials believe a redesign of the subway system's fare gates is necessary, with proposals for new designs due back on Feb. 29.
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