The MTA is looking to increase the subway, bus and commuter railroad fares for the first time in four years.
After reviewing its ridership data, the MTA found that low income commuters are still choosing the seven-day and 30-day unlimited MetroCard trips at a higher rate than buying single trips. So, the MTA said it would increase those fares, but at a lower percentage than the single ride.
"If they're going to increase the fare, but they're going to start taking more care of the subway in the sense of security and clean it up...then I can be on board with the increase," he said. “It helps address our expenditure growth and it also gives us a little predictability in our fare and toll revenue,” Patel said.
The MTA will hold six public hearings at its headquarters, which will also stream over Zoom. The MTA board is expected to vote on the fare and toll increases in July, with the changes going into effect, “no later than Labor Day,” according to the MTA.
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