Federal Transit Administration – New York, NY

FTA Region 2 Office

Agency Role

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Region 2 Office, located at 1 Bowling Green, serves as the primary federal liaison for public transportation systems in New York and New Jersey. This region is home to some of the largest and most complex transit networks in the country, including the MTA (subway and bus), NJ Transit, and the PATH system. The FTA provides financial and technical assistance to local public transit systems to improve mobility and safety.

Core Services

This office manages federal grant programs that fund the construction of new transit systems and the maintenance of existing infrastructure.

• Grant Management: Overseeing billions of dollars in federal funding for capital projects (e.g., subway expansion, bus fleet electrification).
• Safety Oversight: Ensuring compliance with federal safety standards for rail and bus operations.
• Planning: coordinating with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and other regional bodies on long-term transportation goals.

Location

The Region 2 headquarters is housed in the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House, a National Historic Landmark at the foot of Broadway in Lower Manhattan. The office is located in Room 428. Visitors should note that this is an administrative office for federal officials and transit professionals; it is not a customer service center for buying subway tickets or checking lost and found (those services are handled by the local transit operators like MTA or NJ Transit).

Security

Access to the building is controlled. Visitors must pass through a security checkpoint with metal detectors and X-ray machines. A valid government ID is required to enter the building.