Exempts Staten Island residents from Verrazzano-Narrows bridge tolls; directs the Triborough bridge and tunnel authority to create applications for such exemptions.
Summary
Bill A02099 proposes to amend the public authorities law to exempt residents of Staten Island from tolls on the Verrazzano-Narrows bridge, provided they use a New York customer service E-ZPass account. The exemption is not applicable to vehicles used for commercial purposes. The bill outlines that applications for this toll exemption must be made in a manner prescribed by the authority, which will require certain information from applicants. The bill is set to take effect thirty days after it becomes law, with provisions for necessary rule or regulation changes to be made promptly.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will significantly alter the toll structure for Staten Island residents, allowing them to cross the Verrazzano-Narrows bridge without incurring toll fees. This change could lead to increased traffic on the bridge as residents take advantage of the exemption, potentially impacting revenue for the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority. Additionally, it may set a precedent for similar toll exemptions in other regions, affecting how tolls are managed statewide.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A02099 appears to be mixed, with some support from local residents who would benefit from the exemption, while concerns may arise regarding the financial implications for the authority and potential increases in traffic. However, specific voting history and committee discussions are not available to provide a clearer picture of the overall sentiment.
Contention
Notable points of contention may include the financial impact on the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority, as the exemption could reduce toll revenue. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding fairness for non-residents who use the bridge and the potential for increased congestion. Stakeholders such as local businesses and commuters may have differing opinions on the bill's implications.
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Exempts Staten Island residents from Verrazzano-Narrows bridge tolls; directs the Triborough bridge and tunnel authority to create applications for such exemptions.
Exempts Staten Island residents from Verrazzano-Narrows bridge tolls; directs the Triborough bridge and tunnel authority to create applications for such exemptions.
Exempts Staten Island residents from Verrazzano-Narrows bridge tolls; directs the Triborough bridge and tunnel authority to create applications for such exemptions.
Exempts military members based at Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn, New York and Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, New York on active duty who reside in NYC from the payment of E-ZPass tolls associated with the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.
Directs the Triborough bridge and tunnel authority to establish a reduced toll on the Verrazano-Narrows bridge for residents of the county of Kings using a personal vehicle of seventy per centum of the regular crossing fare imposed.
Authorizes the Triborough bridge and tunnel authority to exempt certain residents of the central business district from the central business district toll.
Directs the Department of Transportation, the Bridge Authority, the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel authority, the Thruway authority, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to each conduct a study of certain bridges spanning bodies of water connected to deep water ports in the state to determine whether such bridges have the structural integrity to withstand an impact from large vessels such as cargo ships, oil tankers and cruise ships; requires a report and recommendations; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.
Directs the Department of Transportation, the Bridge Authority, the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel authority, the Thruway authority, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to each conduct a study of certain bridges spanning bodies of water connected to deep water ports in the state to determine whether such bridges have the structural integrity to withstand an impact from large vessels such as cargo ships, oil tankers and cruise ships; requires a report and recommendations; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.
Directs revenues from tolls collected on the Verrazzano-Narrows bridge to be applied to expansion of bus rapid transit and high-occupancy vehicle lanes in the borough of Staten Island.
Directs the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority to implement a toll discount plan for residents of Orange, Rockland, Dutchess and Putnam counties who commute to work in the city of New York while the central business district tolling program is in effect; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.