Bloomberg’s Big Step Back from Traffic Fight
Transportation reformers were left wondering what to make of Bloomberg administration transportation priorities after the city ended the rush hour carpool rule at three crossings.

Transit Growth Outshines Driving for Fifth Straight Year
Despite New York City growth rates that were lower than in recent years, national transit ridership grew twice as fast as driving from 2000 to 2001.

Staten Island Expressway Study: Bus Lane?
NY State DOT officials told the Staten Island Advance  that the Staten Island Expressway major investment study would recommend bus-only lanes along the highway's median.

NY Transit Fares Loom as 2002 Issue
Transport Workers Union Local 100 will hold a major rally outside the MTA’s Manhattan headquarters Monday afternoon. 

TransAction Wrap-Up: Smart Transportation, Growth for NJ
Smart growth and efficient transportation planning emerged as the unofficial theme at last week’s “TransAction” – New Jersey's huge annual transportation conference.

More Tricks from NJ’s Permanent Government
When New Jersey Transit implemented its April 1 fare hikes, the agency also redefined its peak travel times, canceling the 25% round-trip discount for many riders.

Brooklyn Calls for Stronger Traffic Calming
In response to a New York City Dept. of Transportation proposal for its “Downtown Brooklyn Traffic Calming Project," community leaders have called for more assertive measures.

White Plains Bike Route Plan Under Attack
A plan to install 200 "bike route" signs on White Plains streets is under attack by pro-car members of the city's Traffic Commission.

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