Manhattan's $9 Congestion Fee: A Historic First for American Cities

New York, Monday, 18 November 2024.
In a groundbreaking move, New York City will implement the nation’s first congestion pricing system on January 5, 2025. The $9 daily fee for entering Manhattan below 60th Street aims to reduce traffic by 17% while funding crucial transit improvements. Despite fierce opposition through nine lawsuits and potential political challenges, the MTA is racing to launch this transformative urban initiative.