The event marking the activation of congestion pricing cameras in Manhattan became a blend of celebration and protest, reflecting the deep divisions over urban traffic policy.
Despite the cold, the crowd gathered to commemorate a decade-long effort towards congestion pricing, which now requires anyone driving below 60th street to pay a toll.
The celebratory atmosphere turned tense when a group of opponents arrived, carrying signs against congestion pricing, demonstrating the ongoing conflict surrounding urban transportation policies.
The moment marked not just a regulatory shift, but also illustrated the vibrant civic engagement and contentious dialogue surrounding the future of transportation in NYC.
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