The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is reportedly demanding the organizers of the New York City Marathon to pay $750,000 to cover the lost toll revenue that comes from shutting down the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. The New York Road Runners, which run the iconic marathon every year, are being threatened with restricted use of the bridge if they don’t pay up, according to the New York Times. If that does become the case, the marathon could have a reduced participant pool this year.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority ( MTA ) is reportedly demanding the organizers of the New York City Marathon to pay $750,000 to cover the lost toll revenue that comes from shutting down the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge . The New York Road Runners , which run the iconic marathon every year, are being threatened with restricted use of the bridge if they don’t pay up, according to the New York Times. If that does become the case, the marathon could have a reduced participant pool this year.
The Times cited internal memos, which point to tough negotiations from the MTA saying runners would only be allowed to use the lower deck of the bridge for the race. The marathon starts on Staten Island every year, and the use of the Verrazano Bridge is critical in bringing the runners to Brooklyn
Metropolitan Transportation Authority MTA New York City Marathon Organizers Pay Toll Revenue Verrazano-Narrows Bridge New York Road Runners Restricted Use Participant Pool
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