Setting up Congestion Pricing for Success
Congestion pricing will transform our streets. To ensure everyone benefits, our city’s leaders must act now to provide New Yorkers with more options to get around.
The program will dramatically decrease the number of cars and trucks clogging up our streets, opening up exciting possibilities for our city:
More space for people: With fewer cars on the road, there'll be more room for pedestrians, bike riders, and bus riders to navigate our streets safely and efficiently.
Speedier commutes: Bus and bike riders can look forward to faster travel times, making their daily commutes smoother and more enjoyable.
Cleaner air: Reduced traffic congestion means cleaner air for everyone, benefiting residents and visitors inside and outside the tolling zone.
THREE THINGS TO KNOW
DOT unveiled plans for protected bike lanes along Queens Boulevard and Thomson Avenue. Last week's presentations at the Queens Community Board 2 meeting marked major milestones in our ongoing advocacy. Thanks to years of hard work by our dedicated organizers, activists, and coalition partners, DOT has finally proposed bike lanes on Queens Boulevard and Thomson Avenue. The momentum we've built, along with opportunities from congestion pricing, has enabled these transformative changes. These bike lanes represent a step towards a safer, more accessible city.
Join Carmen De La Rosa’s People Assembly and help shape District 10’s future. Carmen De La Rosa's office has been hard at work collaborating with various organizations, including ours, to create an innovative co-governance model. This model aims to create a more inclusive government, boost civic engagement, and craft a comprehensive District 10 Action Plan. Join us this Saturday, May 18, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Armory in Washington Heights. Together, we'll brainstorm ideas, share perspectives, and work towards building a stronger, more vibrant district.
In the news. Here's what we're reading this week:
To gear up for congestion pricing, the MTA invested $100,000 in procuring 15 pre-owned coaches from NJTransit to help maintain the 1,030 express buses, reports The City.
Exciting news: Protected bike lanes are coming to the westernmost part of Queens Boulevard, along with safety improvements for a dangerous street near LaGuardia Community College, reports Streetsblog.
Amy Cohen joined Inside City Hall to discuss the extensive advocacy efforts that led to the passage of Sammy's Law.
TWO THINGS TO DO
Join us for a Bike Day ride of District 36 with Council Member Chi Osse. Get ready for a bike ride through the heart of Bed-Stuy on Saturday, May 18. We’ll meet at Restoration Plaza at 2 p.m. and ride together. Led by our friends at KnightRyders, this ride will feature stops at local spots, offering insights into the rich history and culture of our neighborhood. No need to worry about registration — simply show up at Restoration Plaza, and let's pedal our way through an unforgettable experience!
Join the New York Cycle Club for their Escape New York tour. Take advantage of this event on September 28. When you sign up for the tour using the code TA2024, a $20 donation will be made to TA in your name, and you'll receive a $24 discount.
ONE ACTION TO TAKE NOW
Tell Mayor Adams and the MTA: Get ready for congestion pricing. With less than two months until the program starts, New York's leaders need to act now. This is the time to implement projects like dedicated bike lanes, better pedestrian spaces, faster transit options such as dedicated bus lanes, and improved citywide bikeshare. Sign this petition today to send a clear message.
