“I am pleased to share that the MTA has listened to our concerns and will not raise West of Hudson fares," Rockland County Executive Ed Day shares in today's press release.

The decision was made after a series of public hearings for propose MTA fare increases where residents were encouraged to weigh in as reported by Rockland Daily here.

"Rockland County commuters certainly deserve this exemption. I hope the Metro-North will additionally begin to finally improve and expand West of Hudson service from our County, specifically the Pascack Valley line service.

Many may feel like their voice does not matter. This decision makes it clear that it absolutely does. I would like to acknowledge everyone who shared my concerns and contacted MTA, ultimately contributing to the turnaround decision."

"Thank you to the MTA for finally listening to the concern of all Rockland County residents and elected officials like me who spoke out against the proposal to raise fares," Senator Bill Weber shares with Rockland Daily. "Much still needs to be done to reform the MTA, and I will continue fighting for improvements. With that in mind, I have cosponsored legislation to force an independent audit of the MTA. Rockland County residents deserve better service from the MTA, but today's update of no west of Hudson fare increase is a good first step."

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