Slashing the original $15 toll raises questions about whether a smaller revenue stream could delay projects or lead to higher costs for New York’s public transit agency.

By 2031, the congestion pricing toll will be the same as what was initially planned for the controversial program, according to a report.

Like midtown Manhattan’s bumper-to-bumper traffic, the long journey of New York’s congestion pricing plan has been marked by starts and stops, culminating with Gov. Kathy Hochul’s announcement Thursday that the new tolls will finally take effect on January 5th.

Gov. Kathy Hochul restored the Manhattan fee last week with a $9 base price, but MTA records show the price is slated to ramp up in the coming years.

Starting on Jan. 5, all cars entering Manhattan below 60 Street will have to pay $9, a $6 reduction from the previous toll pricing. But are other discounts still available?

The MTA board is expected to vote on Gov. Kathy Hochul's revamped New York City congestion pricing plan today.