ALBANY – Tolls on the New York State Thruway would not increase until 2020, according to Governor Cuomo’s state budget proposal. That would include the tolls on the Tappan Zee Bridge. Those were expected to rise with how much being the question of the day as the new twin-span structure is currently under construction.
Freezing the cash toll on the TZ Bridge at $5 until 2020 “is critical to Rockland County’s long-term vitality,” said County Executive Edwin Day.
“As I have said repeatedly since 2012, any increase in the already-high crossing fees would negatively impact our residents, businesses and future economic growth in the region,” Day said. “Knowing that the Lower Hudson Valley has historically been shortchanged with state transportation funds, I applaud Governor Cuomo for realizing the necessity to keep the toll affordable on the new Tappan Zee Bridge.”
