The rising gas prices are putting pressure on agencies and businesses that depend on transportation.
A spokesperson for Meals on Wheels in Syracuse says, in the past few years, the agency has had to increase the price of meals.
In 2008, the meal cost was $6.75. Now, the cost is $7.25. However, that agency says it costs Meals on Wheels about $10 to put a meal together, so people are still getting a discount.
Government funding for Meals on Wheels has stayed about the same in recent years, so when prices go up, the agency has to step up its fundraising efforts.
The organization is planning a bowl-a-thon to raise more money for the organization.
Businesses are also feeling pressure from the rising gas prices.
Checkers Pizzeria is already charging $1-$3 for delivery, depending on how far away the delivery is. Right now, the pizzeria is holding the prices steady for food, but the owner says he doesn't know how long that can last if gas prices keep increasing.
"Goods are starting to rise, and it's causing a fluctuation in pricing, so our pricing to consumers is probably going to have to rise a little bit, too, which we don't want to do. We're holding our own right now," says owner JohnPaul Sokolowski.
Workers at James Flowers make about 10-15 deliveries each day. The owner, Toni Ritter, says she's been trying hard not to raise prices.
"Flowers are a kind of luxury item, a spur of the moment thing. It might deter people from wanting to send flowers," Ritter says. "Hopefully, if they don't want to pay to get them delivered, they can pick them up themselves."
Ritter says if gas prices hit $4 a gallon, she may have to increase prices or limit her delivery area.
