Construction on the first phase of the new Port Authority Bus Terminal broke ground on Thursday. The multi-billion-dollar project is expected to completely overhaul the old terminal while revamping the area.
The plan has drawn mixed reactions from commuters and residents.
“Today, the future has arrived”
Shovels in the ground marked a new era in bus transportation. New York and New Jersey elected leaders were on hand for what will eventually be the new Midtown bus terminal. It will replace the current bus terminal built 75 years ago, transforming it from an eyesore to eye-popping.
“You’ve deserved this one for a long time and today, the future has arrived. Congratulations, everyone,” New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said…