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Op Ed
Transportation
Latest value capture proposal could harm NYC
City taxes should not be diverted to the MTA without local input
March 22, 2018
While value capture makes sense in theory, any such arrangement should be tailored to specific projects and circumstances - with the agreement of the City.
Video
Capital Spending
PANYNJ Executive Director Rick Cotton
CBC Breakfast Series
March 06, 2018
Recently appointed the Executive Director of PANYNJ, Rick Cotton joins CBC to share the Port's priorities in the coming years.
Op Ed
Transportation
The MTA's Closely Guarded Secret
New Yorkers should be told how much it would cost to fix the entire transit system
December 19, 2017
At next month’s State of the State address, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is expected to unveil a congestion-pricing proposal that would generate a dedicated funding stream for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
Video
Energy & Environment
John Rhodes, Chair of the Public Service Commission
A CBC Breakfast Series
October 26, 2017
CBC Breakfast conversation with John Rhodes, Chair of the Public Service Commission
Op Ed
Transportation
Shared sacrifice to save the subways
It's not just the mayor and governor; transit workers and motorists must chip in, too
July 28, 2017
Neither the “city” nor the “state” is a person with a bank account: it is taxpayers who are being called upon to foot the bill. Motorists and workers should also share the burden.
Op Ed
Transportation
Funding Fares Should Be the City's Responsiblity
April 02, 2017
If the mayor supports the policy, it should be a priority that is accommodated within the city’s financial plan.
Op Ed
Transportation
Make the MetroCard a gateway to opportunity, not a barrier
Transit should be half-price for the working poor
January 08, 2017
Half-priced metrocards for low-income adults should be paid for by the City, not the MTA. The City already supports reduced fares for the elderly and disabled.
Video
Capital Spending
DASNY President & CEO Dr. Gerrard Bushell
CBC Breakfast Series
September 22, 2016
CBC Breakfast with DASNY President & CEO Dr. Gerrard Bushell in September 2016.
Video
Capital Spending
The Trouble with Megaprojects
Tony Guida's NY: Maria Doulis
June 01, 2016
Tony Guida sits down with the CBC's Vice President, Maria Doulis, to discuss why New York City's mega-projects run over budget and how the public sector can build better.
Special Feature
Transportation
Subway Station Condition Map
August 31, 2015
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority's (MTA) latest survey of the condition of its 467 subway stations in 2012 showed more than one in four of all structural components were not in a satisfactory condition—known in the jargon as a “state of good repair” or SGR. This map reveals the condition of the components of all 467 subway stations.
Special Feature
Transportation
Facts About Commuting
August 27, 2015
Facts about commuting in the New York City metro region.
Video
City Budget
New York City Budget Microscope
The Bond Buyer
February 21, 2015
Maria Doulis breaks down New York City's $78 billion budget and $84 billion, 10-year capital plan, with the Bond Buyer.
Video
Capital Spending
Modernization of New York's Built Environment: If Not Now, When?
How NY's Procurement Laws Hinder Effective Project Delivery
November 12, 2014
Video of a panel discussion examining the hindrances of NY's procurement rules and detailing how alternative" service delivery methodologies contributed to the success of both public and private projects in NY.
Video
Transportation
Port Authority Panel on Reform and Oversight
A Panel Discussion
April 22, 2014
Experts discuss how to reform the Port Authority.
Video
Capital Spending
Capital and Debt Panel
The Most Important Economic and Fiscal Decisions Facing the Next Mayor Conference
December 06, 2013
The next mayor will be constrained by a high debt burden that will require restraining capital spending. What principles should the next administration use to devise a long-term capital plan?
Video
Transportation
Citizens Budget Commission Says MTA Riders Should Pay More
NY1
October 15, 2012
As the MTA prepares to raise subway and bus fares once again, a fiscal watchdog group says riders should pay even more than what the agency is expected to propose.
Video
Transportation
Future Priorities of the Port Authority
A Panel Discussion
September 19, 2012
Three Former Executive Directors of the Port Authority discuss what went wrong and how the Port Authority should move forward to be effective in carrying out its mission.
Video
Capital Spending
Liu Unveils Plan to Accelerate Capital Projects
NY1
May 09, 2012
Director of City Studies Maria Doulis opines on Comptroller's Liu's proposal to borrow money today to accelerate capital investment.
Video
Transportation
Pat Foye, Port Authority Executive Director
CBC Breakfast Series
February 01, 2012
CBC Breakfast with Port Authority Executive Director Pat Foye in February 2012.
Video
Transportation
Jay Walder, MTA Chairman and CEO
CBC Breakfast Series
April 16, 2011
A forum discussing the future of the MTA's Capital Plan, with opening remarks by MTA Chair & CEO Jay Walder.