Chase and Visa have announced that starting today and through September 2021 when riders tap on MTA subways or buses with a Chase Visa contactless card.Continue reading
"There is no doubt that the service cuts and fare increase the MTA could implement will disproportionately impact low-income, immigrant, Black, and Latino communities who are already facing many financial challenges.Continue reading
Service cuts of 40 percent. Longer waits for trains and buses. Fare increases. More than 7,200 employees from Harlem to Hollis permanently cut.Continue reading
Today, Monday, June 8th, 2020, uptown Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez, Chairman of the Transportation Committee, held a press conference.
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Today, May 5th, 2020, Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez, Chairman of the Transportation Committee held a press conference at the 161st Street-Yankee Stadium trains station to address the MTA newly proposed night closures for subway cleaning operation.Continue reading
As the City continues to fight COVID-19, Mayor de Blasio announced today that 200 new Safe Haven beds will begin to open this week prioritizing vulnerable New Yorkers living on the streets and subways in high-need areas. Continue reading
As the City continues to increase its measures to ensure that all New Yorkers are protected and isolated during these unparalleled times, our office keeps working to keep you updated with new and relevant information. Continue reading
Subways, city buses and cars will be sanitized every three days and turnstiles, MetroCards and handrails will be disinfected daily in the city's effort to fight the spread of new coronavirus, the MTA announced.Continue reading