This post is by Andy Darrell, Regional Director for the Living Cities program at Environmental Defense.
There are way too many cars in New York City – no question about that. Congestion pricing – charging a fee to cars entering the city – is a simple and effective solution.
But some people weren’t so sure about this when Mayor Bloomberg first proposed the plan. So last summer, a commission – on which I serve – was formed to study the issue and make recommendations.
Today, after six months of intensive research, public hearings and debate, we released a draft of our recommendations. And we want your feedback.