MTA Toll Hike Takes Effect At Bridges And Tunnels
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) – Drivers now have to pay more to use the bridges and tunnels around New York City.
The MTA approved the controversial rate hike last month.
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E-ZPass for East River crossings will go from $5.76 to $6.12, E-ZPass for the Henry Hudson Bridge goes from $2.64 to $2.80 and E-ZPass for the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge goes from $11.52 to $12.24.
If you don't have an E-ZPass, it will cost even more.
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The increase is one part of a broader plan to raise revenue for the struggling transit authority.
"It's painful in some areas, but it is fair and it keeps us afloat financially, and that's an important thing, " MTA Acting Chairman Fernando Ferrer said back on Feb. 27 when the board approved the rate hike.
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In three weeks, subway and Long Island Rail Road fares will also increase.
Still, officials say new revenue still won't be enough to fix all the problems with the MTA.
