The Long Island Railroad Company had been granted the privilege of using and occupying certain streets in Kings and Queens Counties and, in consideration therefor, certain sums of money were paid to the city annually. In January, 1966, the Long Island Railroad was purchased by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority pursuant to statutory authorization (Public Authorities Law, § 1266). The MTA refused to pay these fees. The City of New York brought this action and the...
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