This is a critical juncture in terms of the study. If we don't get the money, work will stop in 2007.

If Congress does not approve the funding then $2.5 million of federal and local money will have been spent with nothing to identify workable projects.

We are concerned with the growth that's out there. The speed study will take that into consideration, as everything else. It doesn't necessarily mean that the speed limit will be lowered.

The Iraqis have not had the money to do the work.

Whether I am No. 1 or not, I will just study, hit the weight room and work out. I have to get to be the best player I can be because no matter what anyone says, the competition starts all over again in August.

It's a feasibility study that will provide recommendations on whether it could work, and if yes, how to set it up. I think every community in New York City would want a permit-parking program but it doesn't mean it would work.