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Today, the New York City Council’s Landmarks, Public Siting & Maritime Uses Committee heard arguments from both sides on an NYCDOT plan to assume ownership and operations of an asphalt plant north of Willets Point in Queens. Tri-State submitted testimony supporting the DOT for the traffic, air quality and infrastructure benefits. Increased use [...] The Transit for Connecticut coalition told elected officials that a 40% bus fare increase "penalizes the people most reliant on public transit." The Connecticut legislative session is set to close on Wednesday, but the state hasn’t passed a budget yet. The latest twist in budget negotiations came last week, when Governor Rell issued [...] [Post updated 4:18 pm to reflect bill passage.] The Connecticut General Assembly has passed an amended complete streets bill. The Senate voted overwhelmingly in favor of the legislation last week; the House vote today was mainly along party lines. The bill now goes to Governor Rell’s desk for approval. ConnDOT's long-range plan includes [...] |
 
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