PCAC to the MTA
@pcac.org
The official voice for @mta.info riders 🚇🚍🚈 Established in 1981, our legislative mandate is to advocate for subway, bus, @mtalirr.bsky.social, @mtametronorth.bsky.social, and SIR riders.
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Great morning to be out at NYC City Hall rallying in support of Fair Fares expansion! Thank you to @ridersalliance.org, @cssnyorg.bsky.social for your partnership and @speakermenin.bsky.social, @cmhudson33.bsky.social and @shaunabreu.bsky.social for your incredible leadership!
May 6, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Great morning to be out at NYC City Hall rallying in support of Fair Fares expansion! Thank you to @ridersalliance.org, @cssnyorg.bsky.social for your partnership and @speakermenin.bsky.social, @cmhudson33.bsky.social and @shaunabreu.bsky.social for your incredible leadership!
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Who's blocking the bus lane? @jmartineznyc.bsky.social with a great piece shining a light on the companies responsible for slowing our buses down and making them unreliable: www.thecity.nyc/2026/04/30/u...
UPS Tops List of Bus-Lane Blockers Caught on Camera Last Year
Most of the worst offenders for lane-clogging were delivery businesses who racked up thousands of violations.
www.thecity.nyc
April 30, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Who's blocking the bus lane? @jmartineznyc.bsky.social with a great piece shining a light on the companies responsible for slowing our buses down and making them unreliable: www.thecity.nyc/2026/04/30/u...
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Congestion pricing
⬇️
More subway riders
⬇️
More investments in public transit.
Check out @pcac.org's new report outlining the progress congestion pricing has made in bringing our subways back to their full potential!
pcac.org/report/rider...
⬇️
More subway riders
⬇️
More investments in public transit.
Check out @pcac.org's new report outlining the progress congestion pricing has made in bringing our subways back to their full potential!
pcac.org/report/rider...
Ridership Returns: Mapping Post-Congestion Pricing Ridership Trends - PCAC
Subway ridership in 2025 grew by almost 93 million riders over 2024 to a total of nearly 1.3 billion, largely driven by the implementation of Congestion Pricing on January…
pcac.org
March 26, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Congestion pricing
⬇️
More subway riders
⬇️
More investments in public transit.
Check out @pcac.org's new report outlining the progress congestion pricing has made in bringing our subways back to their full potential!
pcac.org/report/rider...
⬇️
More subway riders
⬇️
More investments in public transit.
Check out @pcac.org's new report outlining the progress congestion pricing has made in bringing our subways back to their full potential!
pcac.org/report/rider...
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Congestion pricing and so many more transformative transit policies would not exist without Lisa Daglian's passionate advocacy at @pcac.org. Thank you for your leadership!
March 20, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Congestion pricing and so many more transformative transit policies would not exist without Lisa Daglian's passionate advocacy at @pcac.org. Thank you for your leadership!
Congestion pricing is working! Ridership is up and growing faster than in previous years. Read our full analysis in PCAC's latest report:
pcac.org/report/rider...
pcac.org/report/rider...
March 19, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Congestion pricing is working! Ridership is up and growing faster than in previous years. Read our full analysis in PCAC's latest report:
pcac.org/report/rider...
pcac.org/report/rider...
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In the first year of congestion pricing, New York City's subway system saw 90 million additional rides 🤯
Few things better than when public policy works as designed.
Few things better than when public policy works as designed.
Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program’s first year, transit group finds | amNewYork
The first year of congestion pricing in New York saw straphangers take more than 90 million additional subway rides than in the previous year, a new report
www.amny.com
March 19, 2026 at 1:39 PM
In the first year of congestion pricing, New York City's subway system saw 90 million additional rides 🤯
Few things better than when public policy works as designed.
Few things better than when public policy works as designed.
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Very, very cool news from @pcac.org — there's been more than 90 million additional subway rides since the beginning of congestion pricing in NYC.
We've already know it's raised $$ and cleared the air, but it's clear it's incentivizing transit, too!
We've already know it's raised $$ and cleared the air, but it's clear it's incentivizing transit, too!
Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program’s first year, transit group finds | amNewYork
The first year of congestion pricing in New York saw straphangers take more than 90 million additional subway rides than in the previous year, a new report
www.amny.com
March 19, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Very, very cool news from @pcac.org — there's been more than 90 million additional subway rides since the beginning of congestion pricing in NYC.
We've already know it's raised $$ and cleared the air, but it's clear it's incentivizing transit, too!
We've already know it's raised $$ and cleared the air, but it's clear it's incentivizing transit, too!
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Another bill that would significantly water down and create massive loopholes in ACE/bus lane enforcement has been introduced. Glad we at least know it exists before it's passed this go around. If you live in AM Taylor's district, voice your concern! @2avesag.as @ridersalliance.org
Opposition to One Bill, Support for Three Strengthening Transparency. See the memos here: buff.ly/1C3XZxT
February 27, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Another bill that would significantly water down and create massive loopholes in ACE/bus lane enforcement has been introduced. Glad we at least know it exists before it's passed this go around. If you live in AM Taylor's district, voice your concern! @2avesag.as @ridersalliance.org
Fair Fares has the potential to bring more affordable fares to over two million New Yorkers. We're calling on Mayor Mamdani to expand the program so that all subway and bus riders can afford transit 🚇🚍
Read the full letter:
pcac.org/budget-lette...
Read the full letter:
pcac.org/budget-lette...
February 12, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Fair Fares has the potential to bring more affordable fares to over two million New Yorkers. We're calling on Mayor Mamdani to expand the program so that all subway and bus riders can afford transit 🚇🚍
Read the full letter:
pcac.org/budget-lette...
Read the full letter:
pcac.org/budget-lette...
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5️⃣ ways congestion relief is transforming New York for the better, courtesy of @bloomberg.com 🧵
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
New York's Congestion Pricing Is Working. Five Charts Show How
Nearly a year ago, New York City embarked on a controversial program to toll drivers entering some of Manhattan’s busiest streets. The goal of the congestion pricing plan, the first of its kind in the...
www.bloomberg.com
January 20, 2026 at 8:59 PM
5️⃣ ways congestion relief is transforming New York for the better, courtesy of @bloomberg.com 🧵
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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The data shows SCOUT works. Our groups
@pcac.org @rpa.org asked Gov. Hochul to make the MTA SCOUT program permanent and expand it to 20 teams in the FY26-27 budget
buff.ly/D4KDB7F
@pcac.org @rpa.org asked Gov. Hochul to make the MTA SCOUT program permanent and expand it to 20 teams in the FY26-27 budget
buff.ly/D4KDB7F
January 8, 2026 at 7:05 PM
The data shows SCOUT works. Our groups
@pcac.org @rpa.org asked Gov. Hochul to make the MTA SCOUT program permanent and expand it to 20 teams in the FY26-27 budget
buff.ly/D4KDB7F
@pcac.org @rpa.org asked Gov. Hochul to make the MTA SCOUT program permanent and expand it to 20 teams in the FY26-27 budget
buff.ly/D4KDB7F
"Transportation is an important piece of the affordability puzzle." PCAC Associate Director @bhfritsch.bsky.social spoke with Greg Mocker of PIX11 about the importance of expanding Fair Fares to cover minimum wage workers. youtu.be/kGPPajyO4bw?...
Commuters react to MTA fare hikes coming to NYC
YouTube video by PIX11 News
youtu.be
December 30, 2025 at 3:29 PM
"Transportation is an important piece of the affordability puzzle." PCAC Associate Director @bhfritsch.bsky.social spoke with Greg Mocker of PIX11 about the importance of expanding Fair Fares to cover minimum wage workers. youtu.be/kGPPajyO4bw?...
New this morning from State Senator @shelleybmayer.bsky.social and Assembly Member Kassay via @cityandstateny.bsky.social: "Lower LIRR and Metro-North fares for families make for a more affordable ride"
Opinion: Lower LIRR and Metro-North fares for families make for a more affordable ride
Starting next month, kids under 18 years old traveling with an adult will pay just $1.
www.cityandstateny.com
December 29, 2025 at 9:02 PM
New this morning from State Senator @shelleybmayer.bsky.social and Assembly Member Kassay via @cityandstateny.bsky.social: "Lower LIRR and Metro-North fares for families make for a more affordable ride"
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#FairFares can deliver affordable transit and faster commutes to millions of New Yorkers within @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social’s first 100 days.
Our five-point plan, developed in collaboration with
@ridersalliance.org @pcac.org, explains how:
pcac.org/press-releas...
Our five-point plan, developed in collaboration with
@ridersalliance.org @pcac.org, explains how:
pcac.org/press-releas...
Press Release: Mamdani Administration, City Council Can Deliver Universally Affordable Transit in 100 Days via Expansion of Fair Fares - PCAC
Advocates release five-point plan to deepen affordability, slash commute times for more than two million New Yorkers Plan builds on…
pcac.org
December 12, 2025 at 5:51 PM
#FairFares can deliver affordable transit and faster commutes to millions of New Yorkers within @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social’s first 100 days.
Our five-point plan, developed in collaboration with
@ridersalliance.org @pcac.org, explains how:
pcac.org/press-releas...
Our five-point plan, developed in collaboration with
@ridersalliance.org @pcac.org, explains how:
pcac.org/press-releas...
Do you have thoughts on OMNY? Share them in @gothamist.com's new survey! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
docs.google.com
December 8, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Do you have thoughts on OMNY? Share them in @gothamist.com's new survey! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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As we approach Thanksgiving this week, we're grateful for the (seemingly unlikely) partnerships that helped bring #CongestionPricing across the finish line.
Great piece from @pcac.org about the work to make #CongestionPricing a reality!
Great piece from @pcac.org about the work to make #CongestionPricing a reality!
The unlikely alliances that transformed New York
Diverse coalitions helped get the nation’s first congestion pricing program implemented. Other cities can follow their lead and see similar benefits, says the leader of a transit advocacy group.
www.smartcitiesdive.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:47 PM
As we approach Thanksgiving this week, we're grateful for the (seemingly unlikely) partnerships that helped bring #CongestionPricing across the finish line.
Great piece from @pcac.org about the work to make #CongestionPricing a reality!
Great piece from @pcac.org about the work to make #CongestionPricing a reality!
"Our experience shows that when there is unity around a shared vision, even the most entrenched urban issues can be alleviated." PCAC's Lisa Daglian writes in Smart Cities Dive. www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/nyc-con...
The unlikely alliances that transformed New York
Diverse coalitions helped get the nation’s first congestion pricing program implemented. Other cities can follow their lead and see similar benefits, says the leader of a transit advocacy group.
www.smartcitiesdive.com
November 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
"Our experience shows that when there is unity around a shared vision, even the most entrenched urban issues can be alleviated." PCAC's Lisa Daglian writes in Smart Cities Dive. www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/nyc-con...
LIRR Commuter Council Chair Gerry Bringmann and PCAC Research & Comms Associate Jack Connors were pleased to join @senatorcooney.bsky.social at the Long Island Contractors' Association HQ to discuss Long Island's infrastructure needs ahead of next year's state budget. Thank you for the invitation!
October 13, 2025 at 3:54 PM
LIRR Commuter Council Chair Gerry Bringmann and PCAC Research & Comms Associate Jack Connors were pleased to join @senatorcooney.bsky.social at the Long Island Contractors' Association HQ to discuss Long Island's infrastructure needs ahead of next year's state budget. Thank you for the invitation!
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Investment in our region's commuter rail is a huge boon. It's not only good for commuters — it's an investment in communities across the state and the region.
Great op-ed from @pcac.org Lisa Daglian in @crainsnewyork.bsky.social this week:
Great op-ed from @pcac.org Lisa Daglian in @crainsnewyork.bsky.social this week:
Op-ed: How the MTA’s new commuter train cars move all of New York forward
As part of its 2025–2029 Capital Plan, the MTA announced a $2.3 billion order for 316 new state-of-the-art M-9A railcars, which will modernize the fleets of the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North.
www.crainsnewyork.com
October 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Investment in our region's commuter rail is a huge boon. It's not only good for commuters — it's an investment in communities across the state and the region.
Great op-ed from @pcac.org Lisa Daglian in @crainsnewyork.bsky.social this week:
Great op-ed from @pcac.org Lisa Daglian in @crainsnewyork.bsky.social this week:
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Modern signals mean frequent, reliable service for subway riders — but it'll take time, effort, and good communication to make it happen.
Great quotes from @pcac.org @dannyintransit.bsky.social in this @crainsnewyork.bsky.social piece on subway signals:
Great quotes from @pcac.org @dannyintransit.bsky.social in this @crainsnewyork.bsky.social piece on subway signals:
Subway riders should expect signal delays to get worse before they get better
Subway delays caused by malfunctioning signal equipment are on the decline as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority invests billions of dollars into upgrading the system's decades-old signals, MTA...
www.crainsnewyork.com
October 4, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Modern signals mean frequent, reliable service for subway riders — but it'll take time, effort, and good communication to make it happen.
Great quotes from @pcac.org @dannyintransit.bsky.social in this @crainsnewyork.bsky.social piece on subway signals:
Great quotes from @pcac.org @dannyintransit.bsky.social in this @crainsnewyork.bsky.social piece on subway signals:
PCAC's Lisa Daglian writes in @crainsnewyork.bsky.social "We stand at the threshold of a new era for New York transit—one that distributes benefits across the state while preparing our system for generations to come. For that, we commend the @mta.info and @governor.ny.gov." t.co/vSPmaTNgjg
Op-ed: How the MTA’s new commuter train cars move all of New York forward
As part of its 2025–2029 Capital Plan, the MTA announced a $2.3 billion order for 316 new state-of-the-art M-9A railcars, which will modernize the fleets of the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North.
www.crainsnewyork.com
October 8, 2025 at 7:26 PM
PCAC's Lisa Daglian writes in @crainsnewyork.bsky.social "We stand at the threshold of a new era for New York transit—one that distributes benefits across the state while preparing our system for generations to come. For that, we commend the @mta.info and @governor.ny.gov." t.co/vSPmaTNgjg
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@pcac.org statement condemning @usdot.bsky.social's decision to hold NYC infrastructure and antiterrorism funds hostage. Totally infuriating and ridiculous: pcac.org/pcac-condemn...
PCAC Condemns USDOT’s Decision to Hold NYC Infrastructure and Antiterrorism Funds Hostage - PCAC
The White House’s edict via tweet to withhold $18 billion for the Hudson River Tunnel Project and phase two of…
pcac.org
October 1, 2025 at 4:17 PM
@pcac.org statement condemning @usdot.bsky.social's decision to hold NYC infrastructure and antiterrorism funds hostage. Totally infuriating and ridiculous: pcac.org/pcac-condemn...
"'There are two [discounts] that we've been pushing for years, and we're thrilled that the MTA sees the wisdom in those recommendations,' Lisa Daglian, Executive Director, Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee to the MTA (PCAC), said." patch.com/new-york/wan...
LIRR Announces Fare Hikes, Discounts To Start In January
Monthly and weekly tickets will increase by 4.5 percent for LIRR riders.
patch.com
October 2, 2025 at 3:26 PM
"'There are two [discounts] that we've been pushing for years, and we're thrilled that the MTA sees the wisdom in those recommendations,' Lisa Daglian, Executive Director, Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee to the MTA (PCAC), said." patch.com/new-york/wan...
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Like clockwork, summer vacation season ends and weekday subway ridership instantly returns to the 4M+ level. We should set a new post-COVID record next month when subway ridership generally peaks for the year.
September 9, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Like clockwork, summer vacation season ends and weekday subway ridership instantly returns to the 4M+ level. We should set a new post-COVID record next month when subway ridership generally peaks for the year.
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Celebrating a big CityTicket milestone @pcac.org today, nearly 25 years after we first advocated for it. Glad the @mta.info is making it permanent and the default option for rail riders. More of this, please!
@simko-bednarski.bsky.social
www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/08/c...
@simko-bednarski.bsky.social
www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/08/c...
CityTicket milestone, $100 million saved, says Gov. Hochul
The MTA’s discount ticket for commuter rail riders who stay within the five boroughs has now saved straphangers over $100 million, Gov. Hochul said Monday.
www.nydailynews.com
September 8, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Celebrating a big CityTicket milestone @pcac.org today, nearly 25 years after we first advocated for it. Glad the @mta.info is making it permanent and the default option for rail riders. More of this, please!
@simko-bednarski.bsky.social
www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/08/c...
@simko-bednarski.bsky.social
www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/08/c...