RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

Fare Beaters

MTA Rolls Out More Rented Guards to Beat Fare Evasion

Transit officials bet the expanded presence of private security personnel will deter gate- jumpers. By Jose Martinez, and Ashley Borja Aug 14 5:00am EDT The MTA has doubled the ranks of private security guards posted near subway station emergency exits…

Fare Beaters Are Driving the MTA Insane

MTA Chairman Janno Lieber is outraged by fare beaters costing the MTA up to $800 million annually. He proposes requiring proof of payment before exiting stations, but this plan overlooks bus fare evasion and the city’s poverty issues. The MTA’s hire of a consultant to understand this behavior indicates a disconnect from the realities of New Yorkers.