New York City's $15 congestion pricing toll has sparked controversy as the MTA holds public hearings. Advocates and opponents rally as the tolls are set to take effect in June. Firefighters and elected officials voice opposition, citing concerns over the tax's impact on residents and violations of federal law. Despite opposition, MTA chief asserts the pricing will proceed, causing further backlash.
Are you against the MTA’s plan of charging vehicles at least $15 to enter Manhattan at 60th St. and below? Or are you excited about the new influx of funds? Either way, the MTA held the first public hearing on Friday about congestion pricing, & New Yorkers came prepared. https://t.co/cmpduAfwO6
Are you against the MTA’s plan of charging vehicles at least $15 to enter Manhattan at 60th St. and below? Or are you excited about the new influx of funds? Either way, the MTA held the first public hearing on Friday about congestion pricing, and New Yorkers came prepared. https://t.co/CmnfsTFVA8
MTA chief says $15 congestion pricing is coming to NYC no matter what – as 100 firefighters show up to protest https://t.co/oUhB5cKjMp via @nypmetro
MTA chief says $15 congestion pricing is coming to NYC no matter what — infuriating foes at public hearing https://t.co/IXkXQebm3k https://t.co/G9WtKh1An6
Nicole testified in opposition to the congestion pricing cash grab at last night’s @MTA hearing saying this is just another tax on New Yorkers, it’s double tolling on Staten Islanders and MTA violated federal law in its implementation. https://t.co/CSyM0NBiA2
Firefighters are speaking out against congestion pricing at the MTA's second public hearing on the controversial new tolls. @NatDuddridgeTV reports. https://t.co/jyuLDG4y9U
NYC congestion pricing ripped as ‘$15 ransom’ during first MTA hearing on contentious tolling plan: ‘Substantial burden’ https://t.co/1nqhDWZmKY via @nypmetro
NYC congestion pricing backers rally ahead of first MTA hearing on contentious tolling plan: ‘Not the end of the world’ https://t.co/Q6GPUqyAo6 https://t.co/aTwydfS7MD
Before the MTA’s first public hearing, advocates, students, and elected officials came together today in front of MTA HQ to rally in support of #congestionpricing as the right path forward for our city, bringing safer roads, cleaner air, and better transit. https://t.co/eCNk1Sl9ag
Congestion pricing supporters are speaking at a rally before the MTA's first public hearing tonight on the controversial tolling plan. @LisaRoznerTV reports. https://t.co/uwPqi4TBuV
Commuters are sure to have a lot to say at the MTA's first public hearing on congestion pricing, which appears ready to go in the spring. @NatDuddridgeTV reports. https://t.co/uwPqi4TBuV
NYers sound off on $15 congestion pricing as MTA opens public hearings: ‘Don’t make a lot of money as it is’ https://t.co/qLI0Ls3gtt https://t.co/HfqLcZeBkO
NYers rip controversial $15 congestion pricing as MTA opens public hearings: ‘Don’t make a lot of money as it is’ https://t.co/cdDT3L1MSl https://t.co/OXAmeLpIFc
The MTA is set to hold its first public hearing on congestion pricing tonight, as officials say the tolls will be ready to take effect in June. @NatDuddridgeTV has the details. https://t.co/uwPqi4TBuV
Everything you need to know about NYC's $15 congestion pricing toll https://t.co/M1yk8BOykZ https://t.co/xzxqYA1FAH
Everything you need to know about NYC’s $15 congestion pricing toll https://t.co/aFmXbuXJPJ https://t.co/Ge9hNGyy6p
Congestion pricing tops agenda at MTA board meeting ahead of public hearings https://t.co/sFHslroWKu https://t.co/0j6Curwnsc
Proud to stand with NYC advocates fighting the ill conceived regressive tax on the middle and working class called @congestion” pricing. Great organizing work from @susanleenyc @AFineBlogger and others. This tax has been forced on New Yorkers against massive opposition from…
This week I'll be testifying at a @MTA hearing to reiterate our community's STRONG opposition to #NYC's congestion pricing scheme that unfairly targets outer-borough commuters. Add your voice by submitting a written comment by March 11 via email to [email protected], or…