East River Tunnels
To the editor: As representatives of the Long Island Rail Road’s riders, we strongly echo the call of our elected…
Category: Testimony
With Stimulus Coming, Doubling Down on No Fare Hikes
Good morning, I am former Dutchess County Legislator Francena Amparo, representing the Metro-North Railroad Commuter Council. Thank you for the…
We are Doubling Down on Our Call for No Fare Increases!
Good morning, my name is Bradley Brashears and I am the Planning Manager for the Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee to…
We Understand That The MTA Is Hurting, But So Are Riders!
Good evening, my name is Francis Corcoran, speaking as a member of the Metro-North Railroad Commuter Council. As a Council…
It is in Our Best Interest to Not Consider Any Fare Raises at This Time!
My name is Trudy L. Mason. I am speaking today as a Member of the New York City Transit Riders…
Riders Are Hurting: Encourage Them to Get Back On-Board
Good evening, my name is Stuart Goldstein, and I am speaking at today’s fare hearing on behalf of the New…
Not the Time to Discuss Fare Hikes
It’s almost impossible to comment on fare increases when we don’t know what service will look like: we’ve heard cuts…
Not the Time to Discuss Fare Hikes
Good evening, I’m Lisa Daglian, Executive Director of the Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee to the MTA, PCAC. Thank you for…
The MTA is Counting on The Federal Government
Greetings, I’m Lisa Daglian, Executive Director of the Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee to the MTA, PCAC. None of us are…
The LIRR Needs Federal Funds
We’re beginning to see a gradual uptick in ridership numbers on the LIRR, reaching 92,500 on September 25th – the…