Transportation

Modernization of the LaGuardia Airport is set to begin this week, in addition to a groundbreaking ceremony for the LGA airtrain. [NY1]

A provision added to the New York state budget would give the MTA exemptions from local laws and zoning for property redevelopment, sparking concern from local leaders. [Wall Street Journal]

Bronx Councilmember Fernando Cabrera called on the MTA to allow riders to donate funds to assist low-income subway and bus riders. [AM NY]

Energy & Environment

According to an audit released this week, NJ Department of Environmental Protection is five years behind in coming up with a priority list for the state’s 10,000 hazardous waste sites. [NJ Spotlight]

Community Development & Design

NJ Senate President Steve Sweeney proposed a new State School Funding Fairness Commission to address vast disparities in state school aid. [NJ Spotlight]

Dozens of children living in NYCHA apartments have tested positive for lead poisoning, raising questions about the agencies data on lead paint and strategies for removal. [NY Daily News]

Photo: Postcard of LaGuardia Airport Circa 1940 – Boston Public Library / Flickr