NJ Gov. Sherrill says FIFA should fund World Cup transit - would OK $100 train tickets

Key Points:

• New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill urged FIFA to contribute financially to NJ Transit to help manage the influx of spectators for the upcoming World Cup, emphasizing that the costs should not fall on New Jersey residents.
• NJ Transit is considering charging $100 for train tickets between New York Penn Station and MetLife Stadium during World Cup games, a fare hike Sherrill is willing to approve to avoid burdening local commuters.
• FIFA responded by expressing surprise at Sherrill's request, citing their agreement that fan transportation must be provided "at cost" and stating they are unaware of any precedent for event organizers paying for fan transit to MetLife Stadium.
• Sherrill also supported a proposed temporary sales tax increase in the Meadowlands District to help cover costs, despite previous campaign promises not to raise taxes.
• With FIFA prohibiting parking at MetLife Stadium during the event, public transit is vital, and NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri confirmed that regular commuters will not subsidize the World Cup transit fares.