Category: Blog

Fast Forward to Accessibility for NYC Transit

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Achieving system accessibility, will require dedicated funds for the Fast Forward Plan. One way of reliably directing funding to a specified purpose is through voter-approved State bonds. A State bond has the advantage of not increasing pressure on the MTA’s future finances. Voters need to have a well-developed understanding of what is at stake this fall and to support those candidates willing to support secure dedicated transit funding and State-backed transit bonds.

L Train Shutdown: Clearing the way for buses

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The NYCT, NYCDOT, NYPD and the New York State Legislature need to work together to renew and expand the bus lane camera program to ensure speedy bus travel to help alleviate the inevitable pressures that will come with the L train shutdown.

Southeast Queens Healthcare Workers Need Freedom Ticket Now!

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Public transit in Southeast Queens has not kept pace with the rapidly growing healthcare care sector. Without nearby subway connections and dwindling hope that new lines will be built, health aides here are in desperate need of better transit options. Access to affordable, efficient, and reliable transit is paramount on all modes be it subway, bus, or commuter rail.