Markowitz Statement on MTA Vote Approving Rate Hikes and Service Cuts
I am extremely disappointed that today, against the best interests of hardworking New Yorkers, the MTA Board approved its draconian budget imposing steep fare hikes and severe service cuts. I am flabbergasted that the state legislature, after months of hearing testimony and suggestions for alternative funding, including a plan by the senate majority, failed to reach a decision on how to rescue the MTA from its fiscal crisis.
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