Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering implementing a tolling plan due to pressure from supporters despite its controversy.
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York is currently working on reevaluating a congestion pricing plan for New York City to prevent President-elect Donald J. Trump from potentially blocking it. This initiative is being pursued amidst pressure from various sectors, including a transit riders’ group, which is set to launch an advertising campaign in support of the tolling program.
The revised plan being considered by Gov. Hochul involves adjustments to address concerns raised by both opponents and proponents of the original $15 congestion pricing toll. Discussions have taken place with federal officials regarding the possibility of implementing a $9 toll instead, while also assessing the need for additional environmental review processes. These developments were initially reported by Politico.
President-elect Trump has expressed opposition to congestion pricing, prompting Gov. Hochul to expedite efforts to reach a compromise. The urgency of this situation is emphasized by Danny Pearlstein, a spokesperson for the Riders Alliance, who highlights the importance of initiating congestion pricing before January to enhance the likelihood of its implementation.
Source: The NY Times
