Announcements & REsources
September 7, 2021
Letter to Governor Hochul:
Coalition sends letter to Governor Hochul in support of AirTrain LGA
July 20, 2021
Statement:
A Better Way to celebrates the approval of AirTrain LGA
Co-chairs of of A Better Way to LGA congratulate the FAA on the approval of the AirTrain LGA project.
Co-chairs of of A Better Way to LGA express their support of AirTrain LGA to the Honorable Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
April 9, 2021 Statement: A Better Way to LGA shares continued support of AirTrain LGA.
More than 75 percent of the 4,200 people who sent the FAA comments about the proposed AirTrain LGA project supported the rail link moving forward.
March 16, 2021 Statement: A Better Way to LGA responds to the release of the FAA’s final EIS.
During the public comment period, vigorous public support of the AirTrain LGA came from nearly 100 separate organizations.
October 20, 2020 Statement: AirTrain LGA earns strong support during FAA Public Comment Period
The leaders of the chambers of commerce in each of the five boroughs have submitted a letter in support of the AirTrain LGA.
September 22, 2020 Open Letter: All five Chambers of Commerce support AirTrain LGA
We’ve now heard from 95 organizations and transit leaders that have pledged support for this project, including an endorsement today from all five New York City Chambers of Commerce, along with the Business Council of New York State and a group of 12 former New York City and State transportation leaders earlier this week.
September 22, 2020 Open Letter: Nearly 100 organizations in support of AirTrain LGA
September 21, 2020 Open Letter: Twelve transit leaders voice support of AirTrain LGA
Twelve former New York City and State transportation leaders submitted a joint letter in support of the AirTrain LGA.
January 13, 2019 Coalition Statement: Coalition responds to rally held at City Hall
The A Better Way to LGA Coalition responds to a rally held at City Hall by those who oppose the proposed AirTrain LGA project.
December 17, 2019 Port Authority Response: Letter in response to November 21 letter to the Port Authority
The Port Authority promises to work with all stakeholders to ensure that improvements to the Flushing Bay Promenade are made during the construction of the AirTrain LGA.
November 21, 2019
Coalition Announcement:
Letter to Port Authority from A Better Way to LGA Coalition Co-Chairs and Members
Coalition calls on the Port Authority to include the restoration and beautification of the Flushing Bay Promenade as a part of the construction of the AirTrain LGA.
June 5, 2019
Coalition Announcement:
Statement from A Better Way to LGA Coalition Co-Chairs and Members
Coalition Voices Support for AirTrain LGA Project, Calls for Robust Community Engagement in Advance of FAA-Led Scoping Hearings
October 11, 2018
Coalition Announcement:
Diverse Coalition Formed in Support of Building an AirTrain to LaGuardia Airport
A Better Way to LGA represents community members, economic development groups, transportation advocates, unionized labor, civic stakeholders, and local business leaders who believe it is essential for New York’s future to have a fast and reliable transit alternative for LaGuardia Airport travelers and workers.
October 11, 2018
Port Authority Announcement:
Environmental Review of Proposed AirTrain LGA Set to Commence
Port Authority seeks consultant to manage FAA-led environmental review process and coordinate public hearings in conjunction with Federal Aviation Administration
Submits initial documentation on analysis of 20 alternatives, ridership projections and study examining increases in congestion
June 25, 2018
Governor Cuomo Announcement:
Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation Advancing Laguardia Airtrain Project
Action Allows for Routes Identified By Local Community to Be Considered in Environmental Review Process
Project Will Provide Critical Rail Access as Part of Ongoing $8 Billion Redevelopment of LaGuardia Airport
AirTrain Will Include Reliable Trips to and from Midtown Manhattan in Under 30 Minutes and Connect Commuters to Entire LIRR Network and The 7-Train