The Big Political Races: Who's
Saying What, What's at Stake
New York Governor's Race
Statements from Governor George Pataki, Democratic
candidate Carl McCall, Independence party candidate
Thomas Golisano and recent Green Party actions.
New Jersey Race for U.S. Senate
Republican candidate Douglas Forrester has not made
a strong statement on transportation policy. Democratic
candidate Frank Lautenberg has a long record of work
on transportation.
Connecticut Governor's Race
Democratic challenger Bill Curry has made the state’s
problems with traffic congestion one of the main themes
of his campaign, and has criticized incumbent Governor
John Rowland.
Fare Hike Watch
Last Tuesday, the MTA board approved a restructuring
plan, which Governor Pataki has indicated may impact
agency finances enough to affect the possible fare
hike.
Ledger to McGreevey: Make Transportation Reform Big
Priority
In the Oct. 27 Star-Ledger, editorial writer P.L. Wyckoff
created a checklist for measuring the McGreevey administration's
success at controlling sprawl.
For Long Island Bus, No Good Deed Goes Unpunished
MTA Chair Peter Kalikow and senior NY State legislators
celebrated with Long Island Bus managers and workers
at an event marking the 10th anniversary of its CNG
program.
NJ Forges Ahead with High Speed E-ZPass
NJ Governor James McGreevey announced Wednesday that
the state will install high-speed E-ZPass at seven
new locations within three years.
TEA-3 and the U.S. Transit Renaissance
Despite the recession, mass transit ridership is higher
now than it has been in many years.
Job Opportunities at the Tri-State Transportation
Campaign
The Campaign is accepting applications for
two positions: Legislative Agent (based in Trenton,
NJ) and Northern New Jersey Advocate.
