Congestion pricing is unworkable for rich and poor alike unless the affected area has a public transit system reliable enough to provide commuters a realistic alternative to driving. There are few places in Los Angeles now that have such a system — downtown L.A. might qualify — but there may be more in the future as Metro adds lines. Toll revenue could be used to lower fares and add buses and trains so it’s even cheaper and more convenient to take public transit. Or the money could provide subsidies for low-wage workers who drive into congestion pricing zones.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 19, 2019 11:03 UTC