Mayor considers fees to drive in NYC

NEW YORK – An idea of reducing traffic by charging motorists who drive into the heart of Manhattan got Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s support Friday.

“Using economics to influence public behavior is something this country is built on


Back in January, the mayor, who also has a home in London, had said the congestion pricing system there did not appear to be working as well as expected.

London officials say charging drivers has helped relieve congestion, but the fee