Infrastructure
Moving people in, out of, and around New York City is a tremendous effort that requires, above all, sound infrastructure. Unfortunately, New York’s transportation infrastructure is woefully outdated and needs the resources to be ushered into the 21st century.
Why it matters:
In October, President Trump announced that federal funding for the $16 billion Gateway project – as well as federal funding for the extension of the 2nd Avenue subway – was “terminated”, leaving the project in limbo. Thankfully, a judge recently ordered the administration to continue funding for the project. Federal funding accounts for roughly 70% of the total project cost. This comes as NJ Transit, LIRR, and MetroNorth are all experiencing more delays and cancellations, severely inconveniencing commuters.
Solution(s):
- Fight the Trump Administration to keep funding for Gateway Tunnel project
- Secure federal funding for other infrastructure, including the 2nd Avenue subway extension
- Present a bill to increase to increase federal government funding for more police in subway stations and on subway trains