New York City starts congestion pricing with mixed reactions from commuters

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New York City's congestion pricing plan began this week, charging most drivers $9 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. The goal is to reduce traffic and fund public transportation improvements. Initial reactions from commuters vary. Some public transit users report improved bus schedules, while drivers express mixed feelings about the tolls and traffic conditions. Pedestrians also feel safer crossing streets. It is too early to assess the plan's effectiveness in reducing traffic or generating expected revenue. The new fees coincide with cold weather, making it difficult to determine their immediate impact.


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