1.30.20 - Penn Station: A transit hell that needs a top-to-bottom salvation
'In the absence of real coordination between multiple agencies and governments, Penn Station remains a terminal that juggles the demands of New Jersey, New York, the federal government and their representative agencies.'
'To add to the dilemma, the absolutely essential Gateway project is mired in federal red tape. Without real regional coordination to integrate disparate commuter networks and unlock a more comprehensive vision for interstate transit, the challenge falls to a leader willing to pick up the world’s worst gauntlet and run with it.'
'Enter the governor’s newest proposal, which would begin to get at Penn Station’s core problem by increasing tracks for the first time since 1910, adding 40% more capacity, improving overall station functionality and upgrading the district’s public transit infrastructure through the Penn South project. Combined with ongoing investments and projects to improve the passenger experience in and around Penn Station, we have an opportunity to significantly ease congestion and create a more navigable, accessible experience for visitors, employees and residents.'