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Transit Equity

Transit equity is crucial for ensuring that bus riders and pedestrians have equal access to safe, reliable, and affordable transportation options. For many communities, especially those in underserved areas, public transit serves as a vital lifeline for accessing jobs, education, healthcare, and other essential services. Prioritizing transit equity means investing in infrastructure that supports safe walking environments, well-maintained bus stops, and efficient routes that meet the diverse needs of all users. By addressing barriers such as distance, affordability, and accessibility, we can foster inclusive communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their mobility needs. We also believe drivers are a major part of the conversation for transportation Equity. Take a look at some of the initiatives aimed at providing safer, more reliable transportation and roads for everyone.

Join our state coalition, New York for Transit Equity! (NYFTE)

Transit conversations and rallies are taking place around the state.

BELMONT PARK VILLAGE

Albany
 

Rochester

Hempstead

Great words from Monique, a rider

“In a time when our planet is warming, sea levels are rising, Long Island cannot handle another super storm or catastrophic hurricane.  Our public transit system is not equipped to get us around efficiently on a regular day much less in an emergency.  Sometimes I have found it is impossible to get to my destination using on public transit, because the routes or connecting routes just do not exist.  I live in Suffolk County and to get to Nassau County often times I would have to take the LIRR all the way to Queens and then back to Nassau which could take over three hours of traveling just one way. Not to mention the cost to do all of that traveling not just the high dollar amount, but you also have to factor the loss of time.  A week without driving is left me in missing many things in Nassau County. 

 

We need better, faster and a less expensive way to connect the two counties on Long Island.”

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