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(CBS) NEW YORK A controversial new plan is about to be implemented to improve the quality of life in New York City. This weekend Mayor Michael Bloomberg is expected to introduce an $8 congestion fee for drivers who enter Manhattan below 86th Street.
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A mayoral panel has proposed charging motorists to enter Manhattan below 86th Street from 6 am to 6 p.m. That charge would:
-- Include any bridge or tunnel tolls people already pay
-- Exempt drivers who bypass the business district on their way to another part of the city.
-- Exempt taxi drivers, and possibly give discounts for people who live and work in the zone.
Advocates said it's crucial for a city that's expected to add another million people in the next 20 years. "Things here are gonna grind to a halt if something is not done to relieve the congestion on New York City's streets," said Noah Budnick of Transportation Alternatives.
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This could set off a battle royale from here to Albany [capital of the state of New York], where the legislature would have to approve the plan.
As Paul Simon might say:
Get on the bus, Gus
Make a new plan, Stan
You don't need to be coy, Roy
Just listen to me
I trust the relevance to the Dubai and Sharjah community is clear.
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Hardly relevant to the Dubai situation when one considers the difference in public transportation in Dubai and NYC.
Reminds me of analysts who try to justify price increases by saying, "but its cheaper than London", disregarding the salary differences.
Singapore's had it for years, London now has it - and it works.
LOADS & LOADS of relevance to DXB-SHJ. The environment, accidents, lives lost, time lost, increased efficiency - the whole works for a better economy etc all!
Everyone probably says " excellent plan as long as I am not charged"
over here in dubai....since jumeriah and wasel are congested during peak hours....shiek zayed road will probably have the same amount of traffic even when the toll is introduced....ofcourse there will be slightly less traffic...but is it worth the dhs 5 or whatever they're charging?
"Include any bridge or tunnel tolls people already pay
-- Exempt drivers who bypass the business district on their way to another part of the city.
-- Exempt taxi drivers, and possibly give discounts for people who live and work in the zone."
WONDER WHAT THIS MEANS.
Is the public transport over there cheaper compared to commuiting by car or is it a purely profit making venture!
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