The MTA's capital plan seeks $68.4 billion but lacks realistic funding, pushing for a controversial congestion toll scheme instead of prioritizing essential maintenance.
CEO Janno Lieber laments the MTA’s dependency on Albany for funding, criticizing the lack of prioritization in projects and the urgent need for agency reform.
Political support remains crucial for the MTA as it faces union demands and must prioritize vital maintenance tasks over large-scale new projects like the light-rail line.
Governor Hochul's decision to pause congestion pricing is labeled as politically motivated, raising concerns about her commitment to honest governance post-election.
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