(Local Content) – The immediate answer is you can’t avoid them. Use toll-exempt highways like the FDR Drive or West Side Highway to avoid charges. Explore transit alternatives: Take advantage of expanded bus and subway services.
The revenue from NYC’s congestion pricing fees will primarily support the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), funding public transit improvements, infrastructure upgrades, and sustainability initiatives. These include modernizing subways, buses, and commuter rails, enhancing station accessibility, and advancing environmental goals. While public sentiment towards NYC congestion pricing is mixed, it’s important to understand that as a small business, you can contact the agencies receiving these funds, such as the MTA, to explore contracting opportunities. This creates potential for local businesses to engage in projects funded by these tolls, contributing to economic growth and community development while supporting the city’s infrastructure goals.
