Cohen v. Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority

OPINION AND ORDER

WILLIAM E. SMITH, District Judge.

This is a class action challenging the constitutionality of the toll schedule for crossing the Newport/Claiborne Pell Bridge (“Newport Bridge”). The case is before the Court on the parties’ cross-motions for summary judgment. For the reasons set forth below, Defendant’s motion is granted and Plaintiffs motion is denied.

I. BACKGROUND 1

Newport, located on Aquidneck Island, is one of Rhode Island’s most attractive tourist destinations. It is visited by thousands of Rhode Island residents and nonresidents alike for both work and play. The Newport…