Starting Sunday, most drivers will have to pay $9 to enter the busiest part of Manhattan. While this aims to reduce congestion, critics argue that it may not effectively address traffic issues.
Transportation, business and civic leaders herald the tolling plan as a much-needed solution to Manhattan's gridlock, raising funds for the aging transit system and fostering a future with fewer cars.
Critics, including suburban commuters and public officials, claim that congestion pricing is a money-grab by the M.T.A. and argue that it fails to address the core issues of traffic reduction.
Ed Day, the Rockland County executive, opposes the plan, emphasizing that it raises significant concerns about fairness and accountability, stating, 'This is just simply a misguided policy'.
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