President Mark Levine | Official website of New York County (Manhattan)
President Mark Levine | Official website of New York County (Manhattan)
Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine has expressed concern over the delay in implementing congestion pricing, which was intended to address traffic issues and fund public transit improvements. In a statement, Levine highlighted the severe traffic conditions in midtown and downtown Manhattan, noting their impact on emergency response times, climate change, and economic activity.
Levine emphasized the urgent need for investment in the public transit system, mentioning specific requirements such as station renovations, accessibility improvements, signaling upgrades, and the extension of the Second Avenue Subway. He remarked that the postponement raises significant questions about how these pressing challenges will be managed.
The statement reflects ongoing discussions around congestion pricing as a solution to urban transportation problems and its role in generating revenue for essential infrastructure projects.
Contact: Winthrop Roosevelt at 617-680-0158 or wroosevelt@manhattanbp.nyc.gov
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