NYSDOT Defrauds Public and Taxpayers on
In a “public information session” last week, top officials from NY State DOT and the agency’s consultants for Rt. 9A presented the public—and politicians, in a private briefing—with just two options for rebuilding West Street near the World Trade Center site. But one of the options is the “no build” option, as required under federal environmental law. DOT has never, to our knowledge, selected a “no build” option as a preferred alternative at the end of an environmental review process.
Booth Bill Puts Governor On Hot Seat
Governor Pataki has the final say on whether or not the 62 token booths slated for closure are going to be shut down.
LIRR to Start WebTicket in the Fall
Come fall, LIRR riders will be able to purchase tickets on the web, the LIRR press office told Tri-State this week.
Exchange Place Reopens with Free Rides
On Sunday, June 29, the PATH station at Exchange Place reopened. The station has been closed since it experienced significant water damage after September 11th, 2001.
Two recent developments in the metropolitan region may help show the MTA that 5mph speed limits and gated toll plazas are not necessary.
Transit Oriented Development and Parking
A new report takes a look at what the NJ Transit Friendly Communities program has accomplished, and provides a refreshing look at how to deal with parking near train stations.
CT Misses Chance for Smart Growth
This week, the CT Legislature failed to act on two smart growth bills that would have helped reduce sprawling development in the state.
CT Strategy Board Funding Still in Limbo
Meanwhile, the CT Transportation Strategy Board has to wait for the state budget to be passed before its 20-year plan can be considered by the full General Assembly. But it is still not clear how the recommendations of the Strategy Board will be funded.
In Washington, Bike/Ped Bills Gain Speed
Responding to increasing obesity rates, Congressman James Oberstar, ranking Democrat in the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, introduced a bill earlier this month that would encourage people to walk and bike in their communities.
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