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fromStreetsblog
3 days ago

Friday Video: How Many 'Better Billion' Plans Are There? - Streetsblog New York City

Like most everyone in town, we got all hot and bothered after the Transit Costs Project put out a report arguing that the city and state should raise $1 billion per year over 40 years to fund a massive expansion of the subway system, bringing the joy (and economic development) of truly rapid transit to more neighborhoods.
US politics
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Opinion: Transit Watchword Should Be Synergy, Not Scarcity - Streetsblog New York City

Fast, free buses and a 17% subway expansion are complementary transit strategies that should be coordinated, not framed as mutually exclusive.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

An even bigger NYC subway system? Why transit experts say Mayor Mamdani should focus on that rather than fare-free buses amNewYork

Invest $1 billion annually to expand the NYC subway by 41 miles and 64 stations to eliminate transit deserts and spur 167,064 housing units.
US politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Advance Look: Hochul Offers Major Transportation Policies in 2026 'State Of The State' Speech - Streetsblog Empire State

Governor Hochul proposes stricter street and road safety measures, including speed limiters for repeat speeders, expanded automated enforcement, and mandatory motorcycle training.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Memo to Mamdani: Support the QueensLink for Better Mass Transit - Streetsblog New York City

Streetsblog provides high-quality journalism and analysis for free - which is something to be celebrated in an era of paywalls. Once a year, we ask for your tax-deductible donations to support our reporters and editors as they advance the movement to end car dependency in our communities. If you already support our work, thank you! If not, can we ask for your help? This year's fundraiser includes a special gift for our biggest supporters. Don't miss out.
New York City
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