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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today hosted an Open House on the 2025- 2029 Capital Plan at Queens Public Library at Central in Jamaica, Queens, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber, MTA Construction & Development President Jamie Torres-Springer, New York City Transit President Demetrius Crichlow and Long Island Rail Road President Rob Free attended the event co-hosted by State Senator Leroy Comrie, Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman, City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, City Council Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and City Council Member Nantasha Williams. Over 100 members of the public attended.

"We've gone all over the system cataloguing the condition of six million assets and components to fully understand what needs to be fixed and when," said MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber. "Now we need to hear from New Yorkers about what they think before the action shifts to Albany for a final plan, and - most important - for funding."

The Open House featured an exhibition of informational posters, pamphlets, and videos explaining key elements of the Capital Plan including details of state of good repair work along subway lines in Queens, signal modernization on the Broadway ​​​​ line and the Rockaway ​line, the Interborough Express, and more. Members of the public had opportunity to speak with MTA leadership. Agency representatives were also available to discuss career opportunities at the MTA and business opportunities for Minority-, Women-, Disadvantaged-, and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned firms and fare discount programs

This is the second Open House the MTA has hosted on the Capital Plan. On Monday, Oct. 21, over 200 members of the public attended an Open House at Grand Central Terminal. The next Open House will take place at Brooklyn Borough Hall on Thursday, Nov. 21 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

"It's important that we create good public transportation at a higher level," said State Senator Leroy Comrie. "Good public transportation stimulates the economy. It allows people to get to work, it allows people to get to the theater area, and Manhattan where they want to be entertained. If we can do that, through public transportation as a primary means, we will have achieved a significant goal."

"Mass transit is the backbone of New York City, and our residents deserve a safe, modern, and reliable transit infrastructure that meets the demands of our growing community," said Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman. "With the MTA's Capital Plan addressing critical needs like signal modernization and repairs across our subway lines and investing in groundbreaking projects like the Interborough Express, these upgrades are an important step toward creating a more connected, accessible future for our communities. I'm proud to support this vision for a cleaner, more connected, and affordable transit system that serves Southeast Queens and the entire city."

"New Yorkers in every community deserve transparency on the long-term planning and investments proposed for the public transit system," said New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams. "Our residents, including those living in transit deserts, need a reliable and accessible system that can help them fulfill their daily obligations and access opportunities. The MTA's Open House at Queens Public Library at Central represented an opportunity for Southeast Queens residents to learn more about the impending work."

"The Open House was a valuable opportunity for Queens residents to engage directly with the MTA about the 2025-2029 Capital Plan and its impact on our communities," said New York City Council Majority Whip and Chair of Committee on Transportation Selvena N. Brooks-Powers. "I'm pleased to co-host this event, the first of its kind in Southeast Queens, alongside my colleagues to ensure that our community's voices are heard as we work together to improve and expand our transit infrastructure. Investing in reliable, equitable transportation is essential for our borough's future, and I look forward to continued collaboration with the MTA to bring needed transit expansion projects to life."

"As New Yorkers, we rely on safe, efficient, and accessible transit options to stay connected, and I commend the MTA's commitment to transparency and public engagement through these open houses," said Council Member Dr. Nantasha Williams. "This Capital Plan includes vital improvements for Queens, including state-of-good-repair work and service upgrades that will have a direct impact on our communities. I look forward to working with the MTA and my colleagues to ensure these investments address the needs of our neighborhoods, support local businesses, and expand opportunities for Queens residents."