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transportation1 year ago

NYC Congestion Pricing Set for January Launch Amid Controversy

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that New York City's congestion pricing tolls will begin on January 5, 2024, after a five-month pause. The tolls, aimed at funding $15 billion in transit repairs, will charge drivers entering Manhattan south of 60th Street, with a base price of $9 during peak hours for vehicles with E-ZPass. The program is designed to reduce traffic congestion and generate revenue for the MTA's capital plan, which includes infrastructure improvements. The tolls have faced opposition, including potential legal challenges and political resistance.

via Gothamist|
#congestion-pricing#kathy-hochul#mta
politics1 year ago

Gov. Hochul to Relaunch NYC Congestion Pricing with $9 Toll

Governor Kathy Hochul plans to relaunch New York's congestion pricing program with a reduced $9 base toll for passenger cars, down from the previously approved $15. The program, aimed at reducing traffic in Manhattan and funding MTA repairs, was paused earlier due to economic concerns and political timing. Hochul's announcement is expected to address mass transit funding and introduce new revenue streams to cover a $33 billion gap in the MTA's construction plan. The move faces opposition from local Republicans and potential federal challenges.

via Gothamist|
#congestionpricing#govhochul#mta
transportation1 year ago

MTA's Controversial Demand: NYC Marathon to Pay $750K Bridge Toll

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (M.T.A.) is demanding roughly $750,000 a year from the organization that runs the New York City Marathon to make up for toll revenue lost when the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge is closed for the event. The M.T.A. has threatened to restrict runners to either the upper or lower level of the bridge if the organization does not agree to payment, prompting a standoff as the marathon has historically used both decks since 1988.

via The New York Times|
#mta#new-york-city-marathon#road-closures
transportation1 year ago

"NYC MTA Approves $15 Congestion Pricing Toll for Manhattan Entry"

New York City is set to become the first U.S. city with congestion tolls, as transit officials approved a $15 fee for most drivers entering Manhattan's central business district south of 60th Street during daytime hours. The tolls, expected to go into effect in June, aim to reduce congestion, encourage public transportation use, and raise funds for subway and bus systems. Tolls will vary based on vehicle size and time of day, with exceptions for emergency vehicles, certain low-income commuters, and others. The plan has faced legal challenges but, if successful, will make New York the first U.S. city to implement congestion pricing.

via The Associated Press|
#congestion-pricing#manhattan#new-york
transportation1 year ago

"NYC Board Approves Groundbreaking $15 Manhattan Toll for Traffic Pricing Program"

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) board has approved new tolls for driving into Manhattan, including a $15 toll for most passenger cars, as part of New York City's congestion pricing program aimed at reducing traffic and raising $1 billion annually for public transit improvements. The tolls, set to begin in mid-June, face challenges from lawsuits. Low-income drivers making less than $50,000 annually can apply for a half-off daytime toll after their first 10 trips in a month, while exemptions are in place for emergency vehicles, garbage trucks, and school buses.

via The New York Times|
#congestion-pricing#manhattan#mta
transportation1 year ago

"MTA Greenlights NYC Congestion Pricing with $15 Summer Tolls"

The MTA board has approved a congestion pricing plan for New York City, which will charge cars $15 and trucks even higher tolls to enter Manhattan below 61st Street, with implementation expected as early as mid-June. The plan, aimed at reducing traffic and pollution while providing funding for transit improvements, has faced opposition from groups like taxi advocates and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, who called it a "blatant cash grab." Exemptions are limited, with only specialized government vehicles and emergency vehicles avoiding the toll entirely, while low-income drivers can apply for a half-price discount after the first 10 trips in a month.

via NBC New York|
#congestion-pricing#manhattan#mta
transportation1 year ago

"NYC Congestion Pricing Exemptions: What You Need to Know"

Ahead of the potential start of congestion pricing in New York City this summer, MTA officials have outlined exemptions for certain vehicles, including government, school, and commuter buses. Taxis and rideshares will have surcharges, while low-income drivers may qualify for discounted tolls. The toll will be $15 for cars and higher for trucks, with exemptions for specialized government vehicles and emergency vehicles. The plan aims to reduce traffic and generate funds for transit system improvements, with tolling expected to begin as soon as June 15 pending final approval.

via NBC New York|
#congestion-pricing#exemptions#mta
transportation1 year ago

"MTA's $15 Manhattan Toll and Congestion Pricing Update"

New York City is close to implementing a plan to charge drivers a $15 toll to enter Manhattan south of Central Park in an effort to reduce traffic congestion, air pollution, and provide funding for the city's subway and bus systems. The plan, aiming for a summer launch, faces opposition from various groups, including public school teachers, suburban commuters, and business owners, who are concerned about the impact on the local economy and accessibility for disabled individuals. The proposed congestion fees would also affect app-based rides, taxis, and for-profit buses, while facing legal challenges from neighboring New Jersey.

via The Associated Press|
#congestion-pricing#manhattan#mass-transit
transportation1 year ago

"I-PASS Sticker: Your Complete Guide to Purchasing, Using, and Converting"

The Illinois Tollway has introduced new I-PASS stickers, which can be obtained online, at select stores, or in person at customer service centers. The stickers are free when ordered online or obtained at a customer service center, but a retail service fee applies at select stores. Existing transponders can still be used until they expire, and the $10 deposit will be transferred to prepaid toll account balances when a new sticker is registered. Each sticker is permanently installed on a vehicle's windshield and can be used in multiple states once registered to an I-PASS account.

via WGN TV Chicago|
#e-zpass#i-pass#illinois-tollway
transportation1 year ago

"Illinois Tollway Introduces New I-PASS Sticker Tag for Commuters"

Illinois Tollway commuters can now obtain new I-PASS stickers to replace the previous transponders, available for free at customer service centers or online, and for a retail service fee at select stores. The $10 transponder deposit will be transferred to prepaid toll account balances. Sticker tags are non-transferable, require no batteries, and can be immediately used on the Illinois Tollway and within 24 hours on the Chicago Skyway or other EZ-Pass roadways once registered to an I-PASS account.

via WGN TV Chicago|
#i-pass#illinois-tollway#stickers
transportation2 years ago

MTA Board Approves NYC Congestion Pricing Plan, Mayor Adams Seeks Last-Minute Changes

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) board has approved a congestion pricing plan for New York City, which will charge drivers to enter a large portion of Manhattan in an effort to generate funds for the city's transit system and reduce traffic. Passenger vehicles will be charged $15, trucks between $24 and $36 depending on size, and motorcycles $7.50. Taxis and rideshare drivers will face surcharges of $1.25 and $2.50, respectively. Exemptions are limited, with only specialized government and emergency vehicles being exempt. The plan is expected to go into effect in late Spring 2024, pending legal challenges and final approval.

via NBC New York|
#congestion-pricing#exemptions#mta
transportation2 years ago

"MTA Board Approves NYC Congestion Pricing Toll, Sparking Concerns and Threats of Lawsuits"

The MTA board has approved congestion pricing tolls for vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street, with a $15 fee for passenger vehicles during peak hours. The program, which aims to reduce gridlock and generate $1 billion annually, will undergo a 60-day public comment period before a final vote. The tolling scheme includes few exemptions, but drivers making $50,000 or less per year will have their first 10 trips per month exempted. The program represents the first effort in the US to impose a fee to reduce congestion, and despite concerns raised by some board members, the vote was near unanimous.

via Gothamist|
#congestion-pricing#manhattan#mta
transportation2 years ago

"NYC Tunnel Drivers to Receive Congestion-Toll Discount, MTA Board to Determine Pricing Fees"

Drivers using tolled tunnels to cross the Hudson or East rivers in NYC will receive a discount on the upcoming Manhattan congestion charge, ranging from $4 to $7. The base congestion charge, which is yet to be determined, could cost between $9 and $23. The toll board is required to generate $1 billion per year to fund MTA projects, and any exemptions or credits approved will require an offset. New Jersey politicians, who have opposed the congestion charge, have sought tunnel discounts. The toll is expected to be implemented by May.

via New York Post |
#congestion-charge#discounts#nyc
business2 years ago

Mackinac Bridge Ends Acceptance of Canadian Cash for Tolls

The Mackinac Bridge Authority in Michigan has announced that it will no longer accept Canadian cash for toll payments starting in October. The decision is due to the unattractive exchange rate and the cumbersome processing operation involved. The authority charges $8 Canadian for the $4 U.S. toll, and the current exchange rate is $1 Canadian for about $0.76 U.S. As a result, most travelers already prefer to pay using cards rather than cash. The authority generates significantly more revenue in U.S. currency compared to Canadian cash, and the toll for Canadian cash is higher due to the exchange process.

via Detroit Free Press|
#business#canadian-cash#exchange-rate