Congest Inn pricing begins in New York City
Traffic was lower than expected during the first weekday of New York City’s congestion pricing policy, but questions remain as to whether the $9 peak hour toll is to blame. The MTA estimates the fees would keep 100,000 vehicles out of the city each day, reduce emergency response times and raise $15 billion for subway and bus improvements. FOX 5’s Linda Schmidt has this story.
new york city – New York City has officially become the first U.S. subway to introduce congestion pricing, meaning most drivers entering Manhattan’s congestion zone will be hit with a $9 toll.
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The groundbreaking effort, which launched Sunday, is aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving air quality and raising money for much-needed public transportation upgrades, but critics say the MTA Critics say the funding simply adds another unfair cost to commuters.
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After years of research, delays and a last-ditch effort by the state of New Jersey to end the toll, the program launched early Sunday morning without any major hiccups. But transit officials warned that the first-in-the-nation plan may require adjustments and the first real test likely won’t take place until business hours on weekdays.
“This is unlike anything that has ever been attempted before in terms of complexity,” Jano Lieber, chairman and CEO of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, said at a press conference Sunday at Grand Central Terminal. “It’s a fee structure that doesn’t have a fee structure.” “We don’t expect New Yorkers to change their behavior overnight. Everyone is going to have to adapt to this.”
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What is congestion pricing?
Congestion pricing is an electronic tolling system that charges vehicles entering Manhattan. Congestion Reduction Zone (CRZ) — Areas below 60th Street, excluding certain highways such as FDR Drive and West Side Highway. The objectives of the program are:
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- Reduce traffic congestion in Manhattan’s most congested areas.
- Encourage the use of public transportation.
- Fund approximately $15 billion to improve transportation infrastructure.
Vehicles entering the Manhattan Zone (local roads and thoroughfares below 60 Street near Central Park) will be charged a toll.
This map shows New York City’s congestion toll zones.
Who will be charged?
Drivers entering the CRZ pay a toll, but there are exceptions and discounts on certain roads.
- Exempted roads: There are no tolls for vehicles using roads that connect to FDR Drive, the West Side Highway, or the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel.
- local transportation: Vehicles that stay within the CRZ or use exempt roads without crossing the border will not be tolled.
How does it work?
Most tolls will be collected through E-ZPass thanks to gantries already installed at the entrance to the congestion zone.
Drivers without E-ZPass will be mailed a bill and forced to pay the higher rate.
Fares vary depending on vehicle type and time of day.
Peak hours (5am to 9pm on weekdays, 9am to 9pm on weekends)
- passenger car: $9 for E-ZPass ($13.50 by mail).
- motorcycle: $4.50 for E-ZPass ($6.75 by mail).
- small truck: $14.40.
- Large truck/bus: $21.60.
Off-peak hours (9pm to 5am on weekdays, 9pm to 9am on weekends)
tolls go down 75%:
- passenger car: $2.25.
- motorcycle: $1.05.
yes. The main benefits for specific groups are:
- low income drivers: People with an annual income of less than $50,000. 50% discount After completing my 10th monthly trip.
- Emergency vehicles and impaired drivers:Full amount will be waived.
- tunnel credit: Drivers using the Holland, Lincoln, Hugh L. Carey, or Queens-Midtown tunnels will receive crossing credits in the following range: $1.50 to $3.
Impact on taxis and ride sharing
taxi, green taxi, black car, 75 cents App-based services like Uber and Lyft cost money, but there are additional fees per trip $1.50 For every ride that starts, ends, or passes through CRZ.
What will the money be used for?
Revenue from congestion charges will support important upgrades to the city’s transportation system, including:
- Modernization of metro infrastructure.
- We will add buses and increase frequency on 23 routes, including the Staten Island Express Bus and the popular Brooklyn Line.
How to prepare
- Get an EZ Pass: Save up to 50% on call charges compared to billing by mail.
- plan your route: To avoid tolls, use toll highways like FDR Drive and West Side Highway.
- Consider alternative transportation options: Take advantage of expanded bus and subway services.
