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Ahhh yes you are CORRECT. They replied me and they said below: Hello Mike, Thank you for contacting the office of Council Member Carlina Rivera regarding our info session. The MTA will be assisting constituents submit their reduced fare application as well as providing general information on how to navigate the OMNY system. No OMNY cards will be provided. The MTA will automatically mail OMNY cards later this year to people in the reduced fare program. Best, Bianny Rodriguez They should have specified that there be NO physical OMNY card given out at the event.

I see. I though it was over too because during the pandemic there was a printer shortage and computer laptop/desktop and toner shortage. Now post pandemic there are printers and computer laptop/desktop and toners available now. What I mentioned they all chips but I guess in some parts of the world there still shortage.

Yes maybe your correct and I think mostly it;s going to be linking it but anyway I sent an email them and I have to get the reply to see what they say. Well the digital wallet/smart device that I know but mostly I want to too know about the physical reduced-are OMNY cards.

Hello, UPDATE OMNY REDUCE FARE PHYSICAL CARD INFO While I was searching for OMNY reduce fare cards for seniors there will be a Info Session at a public library regarding physical OMNY reduce fare cards for seniors. It will be at Kips Bay library 446 3rd Ave Monday August 7 from 4PM-5PM Unfortunately I can't make it to the session because I get out of work at 4PM. My parents have difficulty walking so they can't make it so I though I was going to go until I realize the time that they are presenting the info. If they have that info coming out then the OMNY Reduce fare physical card will be mailing out very soon. Then I called OMNY call center and I asked them when my parents get the OMNY card can I put there card on my account and the rep said yes and you can have 10 (ten) OMNY card on your account. I also asked them about the OMNY vending machine installation and she said that they are installing them now but I don't see any of them in the subway stations.

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I am in the group. So there is another stating "Brooklyn Bus Redesign would most happen in either late 2024 or in 2025, the latest (depending on how fast the TA moves with the QBNR)." Now if it is in 2025 that is more likely. I didn't know there was a transit group in FB either and so I did join them to get more info on the bus redesigns. This NYC Transit forum which I joined a long time ago before Facebook and it is VERY HELPFUL in this group.

Yes I agree but the guy posted that states that but what I am thinking is because probably in 2024 there will be a 2nd engagement and "probably" it will be in 2025. May the guy who posted that made an error I don't know. I just post what the guy said if you click on that link that goes to FB for the Brooklyn Bus Redesign.

Good Question I don't know too except if you go to the link that I posted in FB that is what the guy wrote.

I got this from FB page that I subscribe too. I don't know if the forum allows you to advertise Facebook links or not so that is why I did not link it. Now since you mention it I will link the page to it. The page didn't say anything about the 2 question you asked so hence that is why I pasted what I paste. Here is the link https://www.facebook.com/groups/2461933217469066/ I hope this helps. This is where I get all my info about the Queens bus Redesign. There is also a Brooklyn Bus Redesign link from FB and here it is https://www.facebook.com/groups/632231551145285/ As of now there is NO Manhattan bus redesign in FB yet. As for Staten Island I can't find anything.

Update Brooklyn Bus Redesign will go in effect in 2026. So that means 3 years from now. I got it from another site and it states: Staten Island Express Bus Redesign Network 2018 then had Bronx Local Bus Redesign Network 2022 Next Year it's Queens Bus Redesign Network 2024 rest a Brooklyn Bus Redesign Network 2026.

I called OMNY because I want to know about the fare increase and the NEW OMNY structure regarding any day that adds up to 12 rides. Does anyone know that if they anyway day you can use OMNY can you skip a day or two and then use it again and so when it adds up to 12 rides you can get free for that week or once you use that week you have to keep continuing using the same week? I asked the OMNY CS and they said they haven't been told any information regarding about that and the department will tell them 1 week ahead when they implement the fares. So I also asked them about the OMNY vending machines and they said it was delayed last month when I called them so the rep said they will start next month. Let's see if they are really going to start installing OMNY machines.

Ahh yes that would be a good thing so double pay again. Maybe in for the next fare increase they will add that feature or maybe sooner.

The MTA "Approved the new fares and for the LIRR/MNR it will go in effect AUG 6 (Sunday). The MTA bus/subway will go into effect Aug 20 (Sun) https://new.mta.info/press-release/mta-board-adopts-fare-and-toll-increases-take-effect-august MTA Board Adopts Fare and Toll Increases to Take Effect in August OMNY Customers Can Soon Start Their Fare Capping Week Anytime, Making OMNY Easier and More Flexible Than 7-Day MetroCards LIRR and Metro-North Expand CityTicket to Peak Trains and Continue Discounted Joint Railroad Combo Tickets Fares Frozen for Metro-North's Pascack Valley and Port Jervis Lines The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board today approved a slate of toll increases to go into effect on August 6 and fare increases that go into effect on August 20. These increases had been introduced on May 22, 2023. Between June 22, 2023, and June 26, 2023, the MTA Board held four hybrid public hearings to receive public comments on the proposed fare changes. The MTA further invited and received written and video statements from members of the public commenting on the proposals. Riders can expect to see the following changes in August: OMNY Seven-Day Fare-Capping More Flexible, Now Tailored to Each Rider’s Transit Usage In a move that increases convenience and financial flexibility for customers, the seven-day “best fare” fare-cap will allow OMNY customers to start their seven-day fare capping period any day of the week. Giving customers the best deal for any seven-day period will mark a change from the original fare-capping pilot, which calculated capped fares only on a Monday-through-Sunday schedule, regardless of what day a rider’s first tap came. Now the seven-day period will begin automatically the first time a rider taps their contactless payment device or OMNY card and will renew upon the rider’s first tap after the seven-day period has concluded. Unlike the 7-day MetroCard, which requires an upfront $34 payment, the OMNY “best fare” initiative will give customers the financial flexibility to pay-as-they-go until they have spent $34 in any consecutive seven days, after which the cap will be in effect through the end of seven days. This new fare-capping structure will bring the financial flexibility and convenience of OMNY pay-as-you-go to many riders who have not yet made the switch to OMNY, particularly 7-day MetroCard pass customers, 75% of whom do not activate on Monday. OMNY’s market share systemwide is over 42%, and in the latest Spring 2023 Customers Count Survey OMNY posted a 79% fare payment satisfaction rate. Commuter Railroad Trains Continuing Combo Tickets, Discount on Monthly Tickets The Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad will continue the fare discounts that initially debuted in February 2022. Those discounts include an additional 10% discount on monthly tickets. The $5.00 CityTicket for all off-peak trains will also continue as both railroads further expand CityTicket to peak trains at a $7.00 fare. Additionally, the LIRR will introduce the Far Rockaway Ticket, which will mirror CityTicket prices. Fares were frozen for Metro-North's West-of-Hudson service, the Pascack Valley Line and Port Jervis Line. Updated Subway and Bus Fares The base fare for subways, local buses, the Staten Island Railway and Paratransit will rise to $2.90, up from the current fare of $2.75. Express bus fares will rise to $7.00, from the current $6.75. modest changes to unlimited ride passes: 7-day unlimited-ride MetroCards will rise to $34.00 from the current $33.00, 30-day unlimited MetroCards rise to $132.00 from the current $127.00. Riders can avoid paying these costs up-front by tapping with OMNY to have fares capped at no more than $34.00 every seven days as described above. Riders never pay for rides they don't take with OMNY. Single rides on subways and buses will increase to $3.25 from the current $3.00; 7-Day Express Bus Plus MetroCards will rise to $64.00 from the current $62.00. All discounts for seniors, reduced fares, will remain in place. Toll Increase Lessened for E-ZPass Users The toll increase adopted today by the MTA Board increases the discount offered to E-ZPass users, as had been proposed as “Option B”. Toll rates continue to vary based on vehicle type and bridge or tunnel crossed. For automobiles using the MTA’s major crossings, the Bronx-Whitestone, Robert F. Kennedy, Throgs Neck, and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridges and Hugh L. Carey and Queens Midtown Tunnels, the new toll rates are set forth in the table below. Customers who use an E-ZPass administered by E-ZPassNY will be able to save 2% more than before as compared to Tolls by Mail. Toll Method Used Current Rate Rate to Take Effect in August 2023 E-ZPass $6.55 to $6.94 Mid-Tier Rate* $8.36 to $9.11 Tolls by Mail $10.17 to $11.19 *Mid-tier rate is charged to an E-ZPass account-holder when an E-ZPass tag is not read due to improper mounting inside the vehicle and the toll is collected via license plate lookup. Discounts for Staten Island residents using the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and Rockaways and Broad Channel residents using the Cross Bay Bridge will remain in place. Continuation of Periodic, Incremental Fare and Toll Adjustments that Began in 2009 The modest increase in fares and tolls is a continuation of an MTA practice that began in 2009 in which small, predictable adjustments are made to fares and tolls on a biennial basis. Due to the impact the pandemic had on ridership fare increases were temporarily put on hold in 2021. The toll and fare revenue increase for 2023 is projected to generate $117 million in 2023. The five-year plan announced on Monday July 17 assumes an additional 4% increase in 2025 and in 2027. Traffic has returned with MTA Bridges and Tunnels crossings back at, or above, pre-pandemic levels. Paid ridership across subways, buses, commuter railroads and paratransit continue to trend towards the midpoint scenario analyzed by consulting firm McKinsey, which has the MTA reaching 80% of its pre-pandemic ridership by 2027. The GOOD NEWS is for seniors and reduce fare customers they WILL NOT see an increase and will stay at $2.75 GOOD NEWS for PEAK CITY Tickets LIRR/MNR. The PEAK fare will be $7 down from $10.75 https://new.mta.info/press-release/mta-announces-expansion-of-cityticket-peak-commuter-railroad-trains MTA Announces Expansion of CityTicket to Peak Commuter Railroad Trains Expansion to Peak Trains Follows Previous Expansions to All Off-Peak Trains in February 2022 Ticket Valid for All Commuter Railroad Travel Within the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan MTA Has Sold More Than 6 Million CityTickets Since Expansion to All Off-Peak The Metropolitan Transportation Authority today announced that CityTicket, which provides Metro-North Railroad and Long Island Rail Road customers with a low-cost, flat-fare to travel within New York City during off-peak hours, will be expanded to include peak hours by the end of August 2023. The expansion, previously announced by Governor Hochul, is geared to further encourage commuter railroad travel within the five boroughs. The peak CityTicket will be $7.00, covering commuter railroad stations in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens and build on the ticket's expansion in recent months. When it was first introduced, CityTicket was valid for weekend travel. In February 2022, the MTA expanded CityTicket to off-peak weekday trains, in addition to a flat $5.00 fare. Since the expansion to all off-peak travel the LIRR has sold more than 5 million tickets and Metro-North Railroad has sold 1.3 million. “Discounts for commuter rail travel within New York City have been key to the MTA’s strategy for getting New Yorkers back to transit and normal life,” said MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber. “Now we’re making those discounts 24/7, 365, and dramatically increasing service frequency in the boroughs. Big win.” “As both railroads look to rebuild our ridership after the pandemic, we are excited to see such high demand for our services within the city, and we are thrilled to be able to offer a more affordable commuter rail option to our city customers during peak hours,” said Metro-North Railroad President and LIRR Interim President Catherine Rinaldi. “The expansion of CityTicket to peak hours occurs as both railroad are expanding their footprints within the City. LIRR recently made Mets-Willets Point a full time stop to serve the growing community in Flushing, and Metro-North, which has a sizeable presence in the Bronx, will be adding four additional Bronx stations as part of the Penn Access project.” The LIRR has 24 stations in Brooklyn and Queens, and Metro-North has 13 stations in the Bronx, as well as a stop in Harlem. CityTicket will also be valid for travel to and from Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station. The LIRR made the Mets-Willets Point station in Flushing, Queens a full-time stop in April and made a Far Rockaway Ticket for LIRR riders on the Far Rockaway Branch in May that mirrors the CityTicket. Metro-North service will expand to the East Bronx following the completion of Penn Station Access, which will add four new Metro-North stations at Hunts Point, Parkchester/Van Nest, Morris Park, and Co-Op City. Governor Hochul and MTA leadership broke ground on the project in December 2022. The New New York Panel convened by Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams recommended the expansion of CityTicket as an essential step to expand commuter railroad use in New York City and accelerate New York’s comeback. Currently, peak hour travel can cost as much as $10.75, a prohibitively expensive price for what is often a significantly shorter commute when compared to buses or the subway. “The MTA's LIRR and Metro-North commuter railroads had for too long been cost prohibitive to commuters in the better boroughs, but first the Atlantic Ticket, and then the CityTicket have been gamechangers, giving residents with some of the longest commute times in the city, fast, safe and reliable service at a reasonable price point,” said State Senator Leroy Comrie. “I am confident that the MTA's CityTicket expansion to peak hours will provide even greater accessibility to New York City's outer-borough commuters with a bit of financial relief also. After fierce advocacy by me and my colleagues, transit advocates, and the public, I commend Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams for their advocacy and leadership at the MTA for finally pushing this through to fruition.” “The CityTicket program gives New Yorkers an affordable way to travel within our city,” said State Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris. “We must continue to expand cost-effective, efficient travel options like this so everybody can travel throughout the five boroughs more easily.” “Anything the MTA can do to make New Yorker’s already complicated commutes easier and more affordable will go a long way toward the goal of getting more people back onto public transportation,” said State Senator John Liu. “Thank you to the MTA for expanding the popular CityTicket program and for continuing to develop new ways to make travel more convenient for New Yorkers." “I have been promoting this idea for years. CityTicket has a proven track record,” said State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky. “Expanding the program to peak commuter trains will reduce congestion on our roadways while providing people with a safe, cost-efficient mode of travel. I thank the MTA for this decision, which will greatly benefit my constituents in Queens.” “I applaud the MTA's efforts to make travel by railroads affordable throughout the five boroughs," said State Senator Roxanne J. Persaud. “Lowering peak fare from $10.75 to $7.00 under the new expansion plan will greatly incentivize thousands of New Yorkers to utilize this service daily. More people using the railroad service will ease traffic congestion and shorten travel times for many, which aligns to lower emissions by encouraging mass transit travel via railroads.” “Northeast Queens has limited transit options, and many residents rely on the Long Island Rail Road for their morning and evening commutes,” said Assembly Member Edward Braunstein. “Expanding the successful CityTicket program to peak hours will save Northeast Queens residents traveling within New York City precious time and money. I celebrate the expansion of the program and commend the MTA and LIRR for their work to implement the discounted ticket program for NYC riders.” “As many folks across the Bronx rely on public transportation, the high price of fares has caused them a great deal of financial distress,” said Assembly Member Kenny Burgos. “The expansion of CityTicket to peak hours will make fares more affordable and help ease the burden for commuters. I applaud the MTA for taking this step that will benefit New Yorkers in need." “We are excited about the expansion of the CityTicket to peak commuter times,” said Assembly Member Clyde Vanel. “My community is a transportation desert, where the cost to commute is cost prohibitive. This program will help ease much of the cost for our commuters.” “The CityTicket is an affordable and efficient way for New Yorkers to use the LIRR to commute throughout our great city at a faster pace than existing alternatives,” said Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi. “By expanding City Ticket service to peak hours, the LIRR will be saving hundreds of Queens commuters money on their commute. I would like to thank the Governor, Mayor, and MTA for their work on this.” “I'm thrilled to hear that the MTA's CityTicket program is being expanded to offer peak-hour commuters reduced fares when traveling on the LIRR within the five boroughs,” said Assembly Member Juan Ardila. “Our city and state must continue in this tradition of making mass transit affordable and accessible to all New Yorkers.” “I am thrilled that the MTA will expand the LIRR CityTicket program to include peak travel times. My district is a transit desert where working-class commuters face a long, tiresome, and expensive commute,” said Assembly Member Khaleel Anderson. “This continued expansion will help to address long-standing inequities in public transit for Far Rockaway, Rosedale, Laurelton, and the rest of Southeast Queens. I will continue to hold the MTA to a higher standard of accountability as we seek to provide relief for working-class commuters and promote transit equity & economic growth across Southeast Queens and beyond.” “As someone who frequently uses the CityTicket, I am happy to see the MTA expanding this program to peak hours to better serve our communities,” said Assembly Member and Chair of the Committee on Aging Ron Kim. “It is essential that we continue to make public transit as convenient and affordable as possible for all New Yorkers.” “CityTicket has been a low-cost flat-fare available to commuters on the Metro-North Railroad and Long Island Rail Road during off-peak hours. Starting in August 2023, the fare will be expanded to include peak hours, as well as travel to and from Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station,” said Assembly Member Alicia L. Hyndman. “To see the original CityTicket expand from Laurelton, Rosedale and Hollis to all peak-hour trains is momentous progress and support for commuters.” “Today marks a significant milestone in our journey towards a more accessible and connected NYC,” said NYC Council Member Nantasha Williams. “With the MTA's expansion of CityTicket to peak commuter railroad trains, we celebrate the increased transportation opportunities for our citizens. As an avid LIRR user, I am especially glad to hear this news! This step forward reflects our commitment to building a city where mobility knows no boundaries. Together, we pave the way for a brighter, more connected future.” “In my transit-rich district, which is home to the busiest bus-to-transfer location in the transit system, one option is often overlooked, namely the Long Island Railroad,” said NYC Councilmember Sandra Ung. “One of the reasons is because it was always a more expensive option, but the expansion of the CityTicket program to peak hours will help bring it more inline with the fares on subway and buses. The CityTicket’s expansion to all off-peak hours was a success. I’m sure the inclusion of on-peak hours will not only be a welcome alternative for commuters, but also help alleviate crowding on our buses and subways, benefiting all users of mass transit.” For this increase "my opinion" I think they did a good job for the LIRR/MNR peak fares for city tickets because they lower the amount. Yes no one like fare increases BUT at least there is "SOME GOOD NEWS". Let's see what in 2025 and it is 2 years from now what the price increase "or" decreases will be. I PRAY it will DECREASE for the LIRR/MNR for city tickets.

Oh my. I wish the quickly can post it so I know how it looks like like what is taken out and what is added.

OK great I see. I did voice my opinion when they had the 1st engagement.

It would be the Q61 route. Well it would be express from Union Street to Flushing Main Street which I like they made it express parts of the section. If is not "rush hours only" only that would be great but then it won't go to Jamaica. Yes if they kept the current span that would be great. If they ran weekends that would be great also but then from where I live there is not a lot of ridership after the peak hours so I understand what they are doing. But I have another option and that is take the Q15 which will become Q19 but I hope if they do change it to the Q19 they better have more buses because it will be extended Astoria.

Yes right so I am not worried about it now like I said. I have to see what the final draft will be. I see so the Q25 will be extended to where the Q44/20 currently last stop is.

Yes the bus is currently only on the weekday zone. Your are right. The Q34 bus used to be on the weekday also during the 90's era. Then in early 2000's they cut the weekends and only made it for the weekday and now they will have to discontinue the Q34 bus. The current Q34 bus goes to the Jamaica LIRR station.

I am talking about the Q34 that will make it to Q61. Maybe the final draft the Q34 will not be replace but who knows. We will find out soon so right now I am not worried about it.

Yes I know. I am not happy that they will discontinue my route and make it "rush hour" only which is ridiculous. I understand your concern but I got this from another group joined that is how I know. I don't know which routes but we will find out when the MTA posts the final draft which will be coming soon and we have the public engagement I think you should join the meeting and make your voice heard. On the first public engagement did you voice your concern?

**UPDATE** 7-13-23 Hi Everyone, I just got a word that "The “final” will be out by Labor Day. Expect a few minor changes and implementation next year". As for the public engagement I think it will be "soon" following the final draft.

I was hoping that this Spring they had a public engagement but I guess not. Thanks for the update. I also found a letter for that. Dear Stakeholders: We’re reaching out today with an update on the next steps in the Queens Bus Network Redesign initiative. As we have underscored throughout our outreach on the New Draft Plan, our primary goal is to ensure that the Proposed Final Plan presents a network that works for Queens. The input we have received from thousands of Queens residents over the last several months has been invaluable in informing the development of the Proposed Final Plan. To ensure that our work is capturing all the great feedback we received, we have decided to postpone the publication of the Proposed Final Plan until later this summer. This additional time will ensure the proposed schedules and forthcoming Future-Trip Planner tool will provide our customers with a real assessment of what their trip(s) will look like in the new network. We look forward to briefing our partners in government, civics, community boards, advocacy, and community groups on the Proposed Final Plan. Our team will be reaching out to every Queens community board with requests to present in September or October. We’ll also be scheduling and promoting a series of MTA outreach events after Labor Day. All stakeholders will have several months to review and comment on their routes prior to the MTA holding a public hearing later in the fall. We’ll be in touch again soon, but of course feel free to reach out anytime with any immediate questions to Lucille.Songhai@nyct.com or Daniel.Randell@mtahq.org Thank you, Lucille Songhai and Danny Randell

Good Question. They should be because they said last year that in 2023 the student will get the OMNY cards but then again who knows everything is always delays. Let's hope not.

I just read this and it is not a bad idea integrated with Citi Bike program with OMNY. https://nyc.streetsblog.org/2023/06/08/manhattan-pol-wants-omny-to-work-with-citi-bike Manhattan Pol Wants OMNY to Work With Citi Bike Citi Bike could become even more popular if the MTA figured out a way to integrate it with the OMNY pay system. It’s a fare idea! Citi Bike could become even more popular if the MTA figured out a way to integrate OMNY, the new contactless fare system, with the Lyft-operated bike-share network, according to a Manhattan politician. OMNY-Citi Bike integration “would remove another barrier to entry that would-be Citi Bikers face,” state Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal (D-Midtown West) said in a letter this week to Lyft and MTA leadership. “We urge you to create a unified payment system as expeditiously as possible,” he wrote. OMNY compatibility could also address the scourge of vandalism of Citi Bike QR codes and identification numbers, which make the devices nearly impossible to rent. “While more must be done to prevent and correct this type of vandalism, we also have to provide alternative means of payment to facilitate bike rentals,” Hoylman-Sigal said. Bike-share systems in cities from Paris to Pasadena have incorporated local transit passes, including in cities where Lyft operates the bike-share and the MTA’s OMNY contractor, Cubic, runs the contactless payment system. However, none of Citi Bike’s tens of thousands of docks can currently support “open loop” contactless payment systems like OMNY, which allow for the use of official OMNY cards as well as contactless bank or credit cards, a Citi Bike source said. In California, Lyft’s Bay Wheels program is able to be integrated into Cubic’s local transit fare network because they run on a “closed loop” system where riders can only pay by loading official cards with cash, according to the source. The Port Authority’s SmartLink card for PATH trains operates in the same manner. Fare collection in New York is scattered across multiple agencies and levels of government. The MTA is in the process of integrating its commuter rails into OMNY, but riders must still use separate fare systems for bike-share, NYC Ferry, PATH, NJ Transit and Amtrak. The idea to simplify the Big Apple’s balkanized fare collection system has gained momentum among advocates on social media in recent weeks. The MTA in fall of 2021 started selling the OMNY card, which is a closed-loop card that also uses the Mastercard payment network, allowing riders without bank accounts to pay in the OMNY system. Citi Bikes could technically accept a closed-loop payment system like Bay Wheels do in the Golden State, but open-loop systems like OMNY require newer software and hardware to keep banking information secure, which would mean costly retrofits to the network of 60,000 docks in New York City, which are set to expand to 80,000 by the end of 2024, according to a source familiar with the technology. Citi Bike is currently almost entirely funded by Lyft, while the Department of Transportation’s role is limited to siting stations.Transit systems in Los Angeles and Austin, Texas directly incorporate bike share into their agencies, and have one pass across both modes. The New York region’s transit agencies, meanwhile, are notoriously fractured and territorial. Transit officials struggled to bring OMNY to their own commuter rail systems — to say nothing of the PATH train, whose operator the Port Authority now wants to create its own fare system separate from OMNY, which ironically stands for “One Metro New York.” Helsinki and Singapore have tried to unify their transportation systems under one app, an effort experts label Mobility as a Service, or MaaS. The initiatives aim to reduce any friction for riders switching between modes, but the streamlining hasn’t necessarily lead to increase ridership, according to one researcher. “It’s a nice-to-have, but not necessarily a huge game changer based on what we’ve seen in other places,” said David Zipper, a visiting fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School's Taubman Center for State and Local Government. Riders are generally okay with using different payment methods, Zipper said. The main driver of getting people out of cars is whether alternatives are widely available and affordable, he added — so officials would be better off investing in having more docks, especially close to transit. Lyft spokesperson Jordan Levine said the company is “in touch with the MTA on the topic,” while MTA rep Eugene Resnick said authority officials are “reviewing opportunities for future expansion such as those called out in the Senator’s letter.” Cubic spokesperson Bonnie Crawford said OMNY was "built as a platform allowing additional transit options including bike share to be incorporated over time." "We are excited to hear of continued interest to deliver the benefits of OMNY to more New Yorkers and look forward to working with the MTA on expanding their vision of OMNY as a regional fare payment system utilized across many modes of travel," the rep added.

Yes I agree with you. I can't believe what they said but I just listen to it.