Transportation

New York City Transit is the life blood of New York City, moving more than 187.9 million passengers per month. However, the Lexington Avenue Subway Line is currently over 150% of capacity. As the City grows we must improve capacity and investigate transportation alternatives. We must find alternative transportation routes for residents of Roosevelt Island by modifying current subway service, trams, ferries, and even building additional subway stations.

While we are building any improvements, including the long overdue Second Avenue Subway, we must make sure that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is transparent by making its construction plans available to the people, open to review and suggestions from the community, and accountable should final decisions be made by the MTA without public comment.

While the Mayor's Congestion Pricing plan may not have been enacted, it is important not to let a greener New York fall by the wayside. As your City Council member I will work with you to implement initiatives that preserve our environment, improve transportation and make New York City a clean, affordable, and accessible place to live.

lloyd layton

My Issues: 
Good Government
Community
Health
Public Safety
Technology
Education
Transportation
Jobs
Environment
Endorsement: 

Ben is the most progressive and qualified campaign out there. Interning this semester and summer, I hope to make a positive contribution and spread the word about his campaign.

adam roberts

My Issues: 
Good Government
Community
Israel
Transportation
Elections
Second Avenue Subway Construction
Other
Endorsement: 

Having worked for the campaign over the past winter, I believe Ben is definitely the best person to be my new city councilman. He is honest, incredibly hardworking, and devoted to helping those who need help. Ben has a very clear vision for what New York City politics, and it is one that I certainly support.

Benjamin Kallos

My Issues: 
Affordable Housing
Good Government
Marine Transfer Station
Tax Reform
Community
Health
Public Safety
Technology
Education
Israel
Roosevelt Island
Transportation
Elections
Jobs
Second Avenue Subway Construction
Other
Environment