As the Congestion Relief Zone is about to launch on Sunday, January 5, 2025, the MTA is sharing the attached digital toolkit. The toolkit includes:
1. Congestion Pricing Briefing Presentation
2. Congestion Relief Zone Factsheet
3. Discounts & Exemptions Brochure
5. Congestion Pricing Social Media Toolkit
6. Fare Discounts Brochure & Translations: English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean
7. Fair Fares Palm Card & Translations: English, Spanish
9. Borough-Based Improvements Palm Cards
Congestion Pricing Public Webinars! The Congestion Pricing Public Webinar series is underway. The MTA are hosting a series of public webinars throughout December for the public to learn about congestion pricing. Your constituents can learn more and sign up at mta.info/crzwebinars.
NEWSLETTER LANGUAGE:
Starting January 5, 2025, vehicles entering the Congestion Relief Zone in Manhattan—local streets and avenues at or below 60 St—will be charged a toll. The program will reduce traffic, improve air quality, and fund better public transit.
The MTA is hosting public webinars in December where people can learn about Congestion Relief Zone tolling. Webinars will explain why New York needs Congestion Pricing, how the Congestion Relief Zone works, what the toll rates are, who is eligible for discounts and exemptions, and how to prepare before tolling begins on Sunday, January 5. The sessions will feature a brief presentation, followed by Q&A. Learn more about the sessions and register to attend here.
The toll amount will depend on the type of vehicle, time of day, whether any crossing credits apply, and the method of payment. Most vehicles with E-ZPass will be charged $9 in the peak period or $2.25 overnight, once daily. Discounts or exemptions may apply– visit mta.info/discounts for more details.
E-ZPass is the best way to pay the toll. Drivers will be able to pay with their existing E-ZPass transponder and account. If you already have an E-ZPass account, make sure it is up to date with your current license plate number to ensure you are charged the E-ZPass toll rate and receive any peak period crossing credits. For more information, visit congestionreliefzone.mta.info.