NJ Transit hasn’t done anything as of late to improve its reputation, but last week we learned that the price tag for its new facility to store trains is eclipsing $116 million.
The notorious transportation agency’s latest spending spree comes months after a 15% fare hike and a tax hike on New Jersey businesses intended, purportedly, to pay for badly needed improvements and upgrades to end the patterns of commuter disruptions. One example: they’re finally replacing foggy windows that are so bad that riders often can’t see their stations.
Meanwhile, commuters suffered a staggering 1,820 cancellations in summer 2024 alone.
“From the outrageous price tag on their new headquarters, to this news of a $497 million project to park trains, NJ Transit continues to overspend on projects while neglecting the one thing riders need—reliable service,” said Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) on Friday. “New Jerseyans deserve better stewardship of their tax dollars and that starts with an audit of NJT so we know exactly how to fix the dismal service NJT is currently providing.”
Bucco previously questioned NJ Transit’s 25-year, $400 million lease for a new headquarters.
