Media Advisory: Press Conference, June 4, 4PM, Albany, NY
PUMP PRICES THREATEN TRANSIT FARES STATEWIDE
ALBANY, NY (06/03/2008)(readMedia)-- SUBJECT: New York transit leaders request state aid to offset high fuel costs
Fuel costs are rising faster than ridership, consuming all fare revenue and creating budget deficits.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 4:00 pm
WHERE: CDTA Bus Stop at Swan and Washington Streets, near Capitol Park, Downtown Albany
DETAILS: Leaders of the New York Public Transit Association (NYPTA) from around the state, government officials, and local community transit advocates gather to share concerns regarding the impact of high fuel prices on public transit service and declare the need for more state aid.
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New York Public Transit Association
Margo Janack, 518-437-6842 (logistics), Rick Swist, 716-864-3003 (policy)
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