East Coast first Shore Power system goes live at Red Hook terminal
The Shore Power System at Brooklyn Cruise Terminal is operational after delays and a 21 million installation. Carnival ships retrofit to use the grid while PA and NYC agencies split the remaining electricity costs. Community activist Adam Armstrong helped drive the project amid pollution concerns.
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New ferry station planned for Atlantic Basin in Red Hook
The city will fund 55 million dollars for infrastructure and 30 million annually for six years to support a new Red Hook to Bay Ridge South Brooklyn Ferry route. Hornblower Cruises will operate the service with 149 passenger boats, Wi Fi, and full accessibility, creating about 155 jobs and aligning with HireNYC and union-friendly policies.
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Menchaca Advocates Red Hook Ferry Terminal Victory
The Red Hook community celebrates two wins influenced by Councilman Carlos Menchaca. The Atlantic Basin ferry terminal placement followed the rejection of Oxford Nursing Home relocation near Pioneer Works, both shepherded through city agencies by Menchaca and his capable staff.
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