New York City’s decongestion pricing program has hit an unexpected roadblock with the state’s governor unilaterally imposing an indefinite pause. But decongestion pricing holds a lot of promise for cities across the globe, including in North America. Reece Martin at RM Transit dives into the different ways that decongestion pricing can be structured, its usefulness in addressing numerous policy issues, and some key considerations around it.
Stephen is a professional urban planner in Puget Sound with a passion for sustainable, livable, and diverse cities. He is especially interested in how policies, regulations, and programs can promote positive outcomes for communities. With stints in great cities like Bellingham and Cork, Stephen currently lives in Seattle. He primarily covers land use and transportation issues and has been with The Urbanist since 2014.