Shocking number of NYC subway and bus route changes

The MTA's website lays out all of the new subway and bus changes in all 5 boroughs of New York City.

They also included a letter that talks about how they're trying to balance an $800 million budget deficit. People got skewered by the news media and public consensus when they had trouble paying their mortgages, and huge institutions like the MTA, the City of Pittsburgh are basically in bankruptcy. Where are the fiscal conservatives? Do they even exist anymore? I just can't believe we've created a country on debt. When you borrow more than you can ever pay off, what do you expect will happen? Frustrating.

All that being said, the new MTA chief seems to be doing some smart things to try and right a broken system. Hopeful for more progressive change.

Grand Army Plaza as a Walkable Destination and Bicycling Hub

I am so happy to hear that the Grand Army Plaza walking/biking area are going to be redone to be safer and more efficient. Living in the neighborhood I've had more than a few heart-stopping experiences just walking when the pedestrian light says to. The drivers, bikers, and walkers all need functionality that directs them safely. That being said, how we instill common sense in people in much more complicated.

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