infrastructure

For the communities that will be shielded by these new coastal defenses, they offer an extension on life. Yet for some residents, these walls and levees are not a welcome addition.

The Citizens Budget Commission recommended that the MTA release more details on its plans to make capital improvements as it tries to climb out from the pandemic hole.

The hearing comes on the heels of a series of brutal heat waves.

"Why not make life easier? Why not stay in New Jersey?" Rep. Josh Gottheimer asked.

The neighborhood is not connected to the city's sewage system. A visit by local officials this week may portend some new investment, but residents are skeptical.

The new ideas include light rail, bus routes and subway extensions.

"We anticipate that there will be no fare hikes for the MTA," Gov. Hochul said.

It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the city, Carlos Scissura, head of the New York Building Congress, said.

“The sins of past development can and must be undone," Senator Chuck Schumer said.

"We haven't had a federal investment like this in decades."