With a fuddy duddy name like “congestion pricing”, it was doomed from the start. Mayor Bloomberg’s proposal died in the State Legislature yesterday. The progressive plan that would have charged $8 for vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street was inspired by a similar plan in London that started in 2003 and actually expanded last year.
But America likes a good slogan and where’s the fun in paying to lessen traffic jams? Sounds depressing… but yay for the Clean Air Contribution! The Transportation Enrichment Fund! The Money to Greatly Improve Your Subway, Bus, Bike, and Pedestrian Comforts So You Won’t Ever Want to Drive Again! Where do I pay!
