Albany Should Use 'Underutilized' Transit Fund For LIRR, Metro-North Discounts: Report - Streetsblog New York City
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The MTA's in-house advocacy group has proposed utilizing $12 million in annual funds alongside $46 million in surplus for expanding the CityTicket to accommodate weekly and discounted transfer options. This move aims to incentivize more New Yorkers to use Metro-North and LIRR services as congestion pricing initiates.
The CityTicket currently offers a flat free of $5 off-peak and $7 peak for trips within New York City. The expansion would represent a significant upgrade from the previous Atlantic Ticket system and aims to foster public transit usage amidst upcoming congestion pricing.
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