Increase Shuttle Capacity at Ferry Point Park

The Issue

 

The current shuttle seats approximately 12 passengers. Again, the ferry has 150 seats, this is not okay NYC. Especially when the ferry arrives in the early/late afternoon, the ferry is packed and not everyone is going to fit in the shuttle.

 

Every time the ferry arrives at Ferry Point Park (FPP), I, like many others, feel compelled to run just to secure a spot on the shuttle. This is an issue that affects many of us daily and there needs to be a change. It is unjust that after a long day at work, people have to endure a 10-minute walk in often cold and rainy weather to reach their cars in the main parking lot from the ferry terminal. The current shuttle service is inadequate for a ferry that seats approximately 150 people.

The state has previously allocated funds for repairs when the shuttle broke down but has yet to invest in increasing its seating capacity or fixing its broken back door. We believe these funds could be better used towards providing us with larger shuttles that can accommodate more passengers.

This petition calls upon our local government in Bronx, NY, USA, to take immediate action and increase the capacity of shuttles servicing FPP. Let's ensure everyone who disembarks from the ferry has access to comfortable and efficient transportation back to their vehicles without feeling rushed or inconvenienced.

We need your support! Sign this petition today and help bring about this much-needed change for all regular commuters at FPP.

 

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The Issue

 

The current shuttle seats approximately 12 passengers. Again, the ferry has 150 seats, this is not okay NYC. Especially when the ferry arrives in the early/late afternoon, the ferry is packed and not everyone is going to fit in the shuttle.

 

Every time the ferry arrives at Ferry Point Park (FPP), I, like many others, feel compelled to run just to secure a spot on the shuttle. This is an issue that affects many of us daily and there needs to be a change. It is unjust that after a long day at work, people have to endure a 10-minute walk in often cold and rainy weather to reach their cars in the main parking lot from the ferry terminal. The current shuttle service is inadequate for a ferry that seats approximately 150 people.

The state has previously allocated funds for repairs when the shuttle broke down but has yet to invest in increasing its seating capacity or fixing its broken back door. We believe these funds could be better used towards providing us with larger shuttles that can accommodate more passengers.

This petition calls upon our local government in Bronx, NY, USA, to take immediate action and increase the capacity of shuttles servicing FPP. Let's ensure everyone who disembarks from the ferry has access to comfortable and efficient transportation back to their vehicles without feeling rushed or inconvenienced.

We need your support! Sign this petition today and help bring about this much-needed change for all regular commuters at FPP.

 

The Decision Makers

Kristy Marmorato
New York City Council - District 13

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Petition created on April 2, 2024