Statement from New York Building Congress on Joe Lhota

"Joe Lhota is a true New Yorker who knows first hand what it takes to successfully operate the country's largest transportation agency, making him the ideal candidate to assume the role of MTA Chairman. His leadership and expertise were continuously displayed throughout his previous tenure with the MTA, most notably following Superstorm Sandy when subways returned to service within days. The New York Building Congress looks forward to working with Joe and the MTA to accomplish the necessary modernization and expansion of the city's transit system," said Carlo A. Scissura, President and CEO, New York Building Congress.