"Customers could be paying anywhere up to $400 extra a month just to travel to Manhattan, people are furious, and my heart goes out to those people," pizzeria owner Dennis Zollo said. This statement highlights the financial burden that the new congestion pricing toll imposes on drivers, resonating with many locals upset about the additional costs associated with commuting.
"I've been here since day one, I was a little kid. My mother's been here, my father's been here, my children are here, and my employees and customers have been with me for many years," Zollo mentioned, emphasizing the community ties and the longstanding history of Mr Pizza's Pasta House as a family-run establishment dedicated to its patrons.
"It's hard enough to make it in this city, and now they're doing this," Zollo expressed his concerns about the city’s toll policies impacting local businesses and residents. His commitment to supporting his customers amid these changes demonstrates a strong sense of community responsibility.
"I'm going to ride this wave as long as I can, but believe that somebody is going to step in and end this tax eventually, or that's my hope," Zollo shared his thoughts on the sustainability of his discount amid rising food costs, reinforcing his belief that changes may come in response to the toll's financial impact.
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