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The charter revision questions on New York City's ballots this fall are all about creating an affordable, connected New York City.
RPA says vote YES for questions 2-5, and put together a guide for NYC voters!
RPA says vote YES for questions 2-5, and put together a guide for NYC voters!
Special session starts in CT this week.
A reminder — Connecticut wants more housing + supports a number of ways to make it happen.
See the full results on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
A reminder — Connecticut wants more housing + supports a number of ways to make it happen.
See the full results on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
November 10, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Special session starts in CT this week.
A reminder — Connecticut wants more housing + supports a number of ways to make it happen.
See the full results on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
A reminder — Connecticut wants more housing + supports a number of ways to make it happen.
See the full results on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
How can we tackle the joint issues of climate change and housing?
RPA's recent report with EDF and partners explores possible policy solutions for NYC. Read more about the report (+ our Averting Crisis work) on our website: https://bit.ly/4oTq2DO
RPA's recent report with EDF and partners explores possible policy solutions for NYC. Read more about the report (+ our Averting Crisis work) on our website: https://bit.ly/4oTq2DO
November 10, 2025 at 5:15 PM
How can we tackle the joint issues of climate change and housing?
RPA's recent report with EDF and partners explores possible policy solutions for NYC. Read more about the report (+ our Averting Crisis work) on our website: https://bit.ly/4oTq2DO
RPA's recent report with EDF and partners explores possible policy solutions for NYC. Read more about the report (+ our Averting Crisis work) on our website: https://bit.ly/4oTq2DO
Stay tuned — our latest RPA update is hitting inboxes soon.
In the latest issue:
🎉 Celebrate the Tri-State pics
🗳️ Election recaps
💡 Energy bill overviews
🚉 Penn Station history
Subscribe: https://bit.ly/4osUp4d
In the latest issue:
🎉 Celebrate the Tri-State pics
🗳️ Election recaps
💡 Energy bill overviews
🚉 Penn Station history
Subscribe: https://bit.ly/4osUp4d
November 10, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Stay tuned — our latest RPA update is hitting inboxes soon.
In the latest issue:
🎉 Celebrate the Tri-State pics
🗳️ Election recaps
💡 Energy bill overviews
🚉 Penn Station history
Subscribe: https://bit.ly/4osUp4d
In the latest issue:
🎉 Celebrate the Tri-State pics
🗳️ Election recaps
💡 Energy bill overviews
🚉 Penn Station history
Subscribe: https://bit.ly/4osUp4d
With a special session in CT potentially starting soon, it's important to remember — residents WANT affordable housing in their state!
See the full results of RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social poll on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
See the full results of RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social poll on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
November 9, 2025 at 6:35 PM
With a special session in CT potentially starting soon, it's important to remember — residents WANT affordable housing in their state!
See the full results of RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social poll on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
See the full results of RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social poll on our website: https://bit.ly/4oWkFUD
ICYMI: We're expecting 400 new subway cars!
Upgraded subway cars = a modern, reliable ride for New Yorkers and visitors alike. Kudos to @governor.ny.gov and @mta.info!
https://www.6sqft.com/mta-to-spend-1-5b-on-new-fleet-of-modern-subway-cars/
Upgraded subway cars = a modern, reliable ride for New Yorkers and visitors alike. Kudos to @governor.ny.gov and @mta.info!
https://www.6sqft.com/mta-to-spend-1-5b-on-new-fleet-of-modern-subway-cars/
MTA to spend $1.5B on new fleet of modern subway cars
Funded through the MTA’s 2025–2029 Capital Plan, the new subway cars are expected to begin arriving in fall 2028 and are part of ongoing modernization efforts.
www.6sqft.com
November 9, 2025 at 6:35 PM
ICYMI: We're expecting 400 new subway cars!
Upgraded subway cars = a modern, reliable ride for New Yorkers and visitors alike. Kudos to @governor.ny.gov and @mta.info!
https://www.6sqft.com/mta-to-spend-1-5b-on-new-fleet-of-modern-subway-cars/
Upgraded subway cars = a modern, reliable ride for New Yorkers and visitors alike. Kudos to @governor.ny.gov and @mta.info!
https://www.6sqft.com/mta-to-spend-1-5b-on-new-fleet-of-modern-subway-cars/
A great overview of the Gateway program (and its predecessor, ARC) from @njspotlightnews.org !
https://bit.ly/3WKqyIn
https://bit.ly/3WKqyIn
Trump says Gateway tunnel is terminated. How did we get here? | NJ Spotlight News
Inside the decades-long drama behind the massive tunnel and rail project to improve rail traffic, safety
www.njspotlightnews.org
November 8, 2025 at 8:47 PM
A great overview of the Gateway program (and its predecessor, ARC) from @njspotlightnews.org !
https://bit.ly/3WKqyIn
https://bit.ly/3WKqyIn
New Yorkers voted for affordable housing this week. Now that the ballot measures passed, what will they mean for the city?
PIX11 gives an overview ⬇️
PIX11 gives an overview ⬇️
NYC ballot proposals 2-4 pass: What it means for NYers
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York City voters approved ballot proposals 2, 3, and 4, which are aimed at fast-tracking affordable housing developments, according to the Associated Press. Over 50% of New Y…
pix11.com
November 8, 2025 at 7:17 PM
New Yorkers voted for affordable housing this week. Now that the ballot measures passed, what will they mean for the city?
PIX11 gives an overview ⬇️
PIX11 gives an overview ⬇️
#CongestionPricing is STILL winning, 10 months into the program!
Faster commutes, less traffic, and better transit for NYC 💅 💅 💅
Faster commutes, less traffic, and better transit for NYC 💅 💅 💅
Ten months in, congestion pricing in NYC is working, MTA says
Congestion pricing has been in effect in Manhattan for 11 months and counting. The MTA says traffic is down — and revenue is up. But President Trump is still threatening to terminate the plan. NBC 4 N...
www.nbcnewyork.com
November 8, 2025 at 4:06 PM
#CongestionPricing is STILL winning, 10 months into the program!
Faster commutes, less traffic, and better transit for NYC 💅 💅 💅
Faster commutes, less traffic, and better transit for NYC 💅 💅 💅
Reposted by Regional Plan Association
$365,000,000.
That’s how much money congestion relief has helped generate already for big new investments in everything from modern train cars and buses to better stations and roads.
That’s how much money congestion relief has helped generate already for big new investments in everything from modern train cars and buses to better stations and roads.
November 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
$365,000,000.
That’s how much money congestion relief has helped generate already for big new investments in everything from modern train cars and buses to better stations and roads.
That’s how much money congestion relief has helped generate already for big new investments in everything from modern train cars and buses to better stations and roads.
Electricity prices are on the rise throughout the region. But what does your electric bill actually pay for?
In our latest Lab post, Kyle Mason and Rob Freudenberg break down your electricity bill, what's causing rate hikes, and what can be done to bring down prices: https://bit.ly/47EZfnW
In our latest Lab post, Kyle Mason and Rob Freudenberg break down your electricity bill, what's causing rate hikes, and what can be done to bring down prices: https://bit.ly/47EZfnW
November 7, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Electricity prices are on the rise throughout the region. But what does your electric bill actually pay for?
In our latest Lab post, Kyle Mason and Rob Freudenberg break down your electricity bill, what's causing rate hikes, and what can be done to bring down prices: https://bit.ly/47EZfnW
In our latest Lab post, Kyle Mason and Rob Freudenberg break down your electricity bill, what's causing rate hikes, and what can be done to bring down prices: https://bit.ly/47EZfnW
🗣️ 🗣️ 🗣️ Last chance to get tickets for our AI event!
Join us at Hofstra on Monday morning for a conversation on land use, energy, and AI. Get your tickets before registration closes at 5pm!
Join us at Hofstra on Monday morning for a conversation on land use, energy, and AI. Get your tickets before registration closes at 5pm!
From Data to Demand, AI's Impact on Energy & Communities
A Panel Discussion You Won’t Want to Miss
www.eventbrite.com
November 7, 2025 at 7:17 PM
🗣️ 🗣️ 🗣️ Last chance to get tickets for our AI event!
Join us at Hofstra on Monday morning for a conversation on land use, energy, and AI. Get your tickets before registration closes at 5pm!
Join us at Hofstra on Monday morning for a conversation on land use, energy, and AI. Get your tickets before registration closes at 5pm!
In addition to electing a new mayor, this week NYC voted yes on affordable housing in our city.
"By passing Charter Revision Proposals 2, 3 and 4 New Yorkers have voted YES to take real action to build the affordable housing we need."
"By passing Charter Revision Proposals 2, 3 and 4 New Yorkers have voted YES to take real action to build the affordable housing we need."
New York City votes yes on Zohran Mamdani, and all three affordable housing-related ballot proposals
New York City elected Zohran Mamdani as its mayor and voted yes on three ballot proposals that will likely build more affordable housing, much faster, in the city.
www.archpaper.com
November 6, 2025 at 9:59 PM
In addition to electing a new mayor, this week NYC voted yes on affordable housing in our city.
"By passing Charter Revision Proposals 2, 3 and 4 New Yorkers have voted YES to take real action to build the affordable housing we need."
"By passing Charter Revision Proposals 2, 3 and 4 New Yorkers have voted YES to take real action to build the affordable housing we need."
RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social YouGov poll in CT Mirror!
“I think there’s a pretty clear correlation that people want the governor to step up and do more," @peteharrison860.bsky.social said.
“I think there’s a pretty clear correlation that people want the governor to step up and do more," @peteharrison860.bsky.social said.
Poll shows support for CT HB 5002 policies among residents
The survey asked more than 800 CT residents across the political spectrum about policies proposed in the sweeping housing bill Lamont vetoed.
ctmirror.org
November 6, 2025 at 8:08 PM
RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social YouGov poll in CT Mirror!
“I think there’s a pretty clear correlation that people want the governor to step up and do more," @peteharrison860.bsky.social said.
“I think there’s a pretty clear correlation that people want the governor to step up and do more," @peteharrison860.bsky.social said.
We need strong action on housing in Connecticut — but don't just take it from us.
RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social partnered with @today.yougov.com and found that nearly 90% of CT residents want Gov. Lamont to take action on housing
RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social partnered with @today.yougov.com and found that nearly 90% of CT residents want Gov. Lamont to take action on housing
November 6, 2025 at 4:18 PM
We need strong action on housing in Connecticut — but don't just take it from us.
RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social partnered with @today.yougov.com and found that nearly 90% of CT residents want Gov. Lamont to take action on housing
RPA and @desegregatect.bsky.social partnered with @today.yougov.com and found that nearly 90% of CT residents want Gov. Lamont to take action on housing
Yesterday was a big day for elections in the region! Civic engagement is crucial for an equitable, sustainable future for our region.
RPA extends its congratulations to the next elected leaders of the region 🔽
RPA extends its congratulations to the next elected leaders of the region 🔽
November 5, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Yesterday was a big day for elections in the region! Civic engagement is crucial for an equitable, sustainable future for our region.
RPA extends its congratulations to the next elected leaders of the region 🔽
RPA extends its congratulations to the next elected leaders of the region 🔽
Polls close this evening — make sure your voice counts in this year's elections!
November 4, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Polls close this evening — make sure your voice counts in this year's elections!
Good morning — it's a great day to vote!
Big elections in NYC and NJ today. Make sure you know where to vote and what's on your ballot.
NYC info: vote.nyc
NJ info: nj.gov/state/electi...
Big elections in NYC and NJ today. Make sure you know where to vote and what's on your ballot.
NYC info: vote.nyc
NJ info: nj.gov/state/electi...
November 4, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Good morning — it's a great day to vote!
Big elections in NYC and NJ today. Make sure you know where to vote and what's on your ballot.
NYC info: vote.nyc
NJ info: nj.gov/state/electi...
Big elections in NYC and NJ today. Make sure you know where to vote and what's on your ballot.
NYC info: vote.nyc
NJ info: nj.gov/state/electi...
Tomorrow's the final day to vote in the NYC mayoral AND the NJ gubernatorial elections!
Change is coming to both NYC and NJ — RPA has recommendations for their next leaders.
Here's our NYC mayoral agenda:
rpa.org/news/lab/pla...
Change is coming to both NYC and NJ — RPA has recommendations for their next leaders.
Here's our NYC mayoral agenda:
rpa.org/news/lab/pla...
Planning Priorities for New York City’s Next Mayor
RPA’s concrete strategic planning recommendations to help the next mayor deliver a more efficient, healthier, and more prosperous city for all.
rpa.org
November 3, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Tomorrow's the final day to vote in the NYC mayoral AND the NJ gubernatorial elections!
Change is coming to both NYC and NJ — RPA has recommendations for their next leaders.
Here's our NYC mayoral agenda:
rpa.org/news/lab/pla...
Change is coming to both NYC and NJ — RPA has recommendations for their next leaders.
Here's our NYC mayoral agenda:
rpa.org/news/lab/pla...
“Unless we embrace the full potential of flexible, cost-effective collaborations between the city and civic-oriented non-profits, moments like the QueensWay setback will become the norm, not the exception.“
Opinion: Funding Infrastructure That New Yorkers Deserve - City Limits
"The private sector can bring creative solutions, technical expertise, flexibility and long-term commitment that are often difficult to marshal within traditional public systems."
citylimits.org
November 2, 2025 at 7:40 PM
“Unless we embrace the full potential of flexible, cost-effective collaborations between the city and civic-oriented non-profits, moments like the QueensWay setback will become the norm, not the exception.“
NYC's election period is almost over!
Still trying to figure out the ballot proposals? RPA has a guide for that:
https://rpa.org/news/lab/rpa-guide-to-the-charter-revision-proposals
Still trying to figure out the ballot proposals? RPA has a guide for that:
https://rpa.org/news/lab/rpa-guide-to-the-charter-revision-proposals
RPA Guide to the Charter Revision Proposals
Regional Plan Association works toward a better future for the tri-state region
rpa.org
November 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
NYC's election period is almost over!
Still trying to figure out the ballot proposals? RPA has a guide for that:
https://rpa.org/news/lab/rpa-guide-to-the-charter-revision-proposals
Still trying to figure out the ballot proposals? RPA has a guide for that:
https://rpa.org/news/lab/rpa-guide-to-the-charter-revision-proposals
There's still time to join us at Hofstra for a conversation on land use, energy demand, and AI!
Spots are going fast — register now to join:
Spots are going fast — register now to join:
From Data to Demand, AI's Impact on Energy & Communities
A Panel Discussion You Won’t Want to Miss
bit.ly
November 1, 2025 at 9:05 PM
There's still time to join us at Hofstra for a conversation on land use, energy demand, and AI!
Spots are going fast — register now to join:
Spots are going fast — register now to join:
A beautiful look into the future corridor of the Interborough Express from @nytimes.com this week. Take a look:
How the Interborough Express Could Transform New York
www.nytimes.com
November 1, 2025 at 8:03 PM
A beautiful look into the future corridor of the Interborough Express from @nytimes.com this week. Take a look:
We're sending our thoughts to the communities affected by yesterday's flash flooding in the region.
As climate change's impacts intensify across the region, it's more important than ever to make our infrastructure resilient for the future.
As climate change's impacts intensify across the region, it's more important than ever to make our infrastructure resilient for the future.
October 31, 2025 at 7:48 PM
We're sending our thoughts to the communities affected by yesterday's flash flooding in the region.
As climate change's impacts intensify across the region, it's more important than ever to make our infrastructure resilient for the future.
As climate change's impacts intensify across the region, it's more important than ever to make our infrastructure resilient for the future.
Happy Halloween!
Plenty of ways to have safe, spooky fun in New York City today. Check out NYC DOT's Trick or Streets map for info!
🎃🍭🍫: https://on.nyc.gov/4qD3j0q
Plenty of ways to have safe, spooky fun in New York City today. Check out NYC DOT's Trick or Streets map for info!
🎃🍭🍫: https://on.nyc.gov/4qD3j0q
October 31, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Happy Halloween!
Plenty of ways to have safe, spooky fun in New York City today. Check out NYC DOT's Trick or Streets map for info!
🎃🍭🍫: https://on.nyc.gov/4qD3j0q
Plenty of ways to have safe, spooky fun in New York City today. Check out NYC DOT's Trick or Streets map for info!
🎃🍭🍫: https://on.nyc.gov/4qD3j0q
Yesterday, NYC Council's Land Use & Zoning Committees approved the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan.
RPA applauds this decision — it'll create thousands of affordable homes while investing in the community. Read the full statement from Marcel Negret: https://bit.ly/49ricNd
RPA applauds this decision — it'll create thousands of affordable homes while investing in the community. Read the full statement from Marcel Negret: https://bit.ly/49ricNd
October 30, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Yesterday, NYC Council's Land Use & Zoning Committees approved the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan.
RPA applauds this decision — it'll create thousands of affordable homes while investing in the community. Read the full statement from Marcel Negret: https://bit.ly/49ricNd
RPA applauds this decision — it'll create thousands of affordable homes while investing in the community. Read the full statement from Marcel Negret: https://bit.ly/49ricNd