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Comment on TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service by calder-one

calder-one — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:09:23 +0000

As gasoline prices climb – we are going to need these alternatives. If we can’t get something like this in place – our homes are going to worth nothing, if no one can get anywhere from them. I like the idea of being able to catch a ferry at all times from Haverstraw – it would be verry convenient for me to do this since I work odd times.

Comment on TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service by HaverstrawLife.com

HaverstrawLife.com — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:53:15 +0000

Absolutely. Check out this post in which I describe the old NY&NJ railroad right-of-way, which is definitely in tact. There are a few homes in the way today in West Haverstraw and elsewhere, and the 9W grade crossing would also be somewhat difficult (dealing with a lot of agencies). I think a light rail connection to the Spring Valley train station is a fantastic idea. No one is thinking like this – we need lots of options, and we can’t put all of our eggs in one basket like waiting on rail over the Tappan Zee Bridge.

Comment on TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service by J. Puglisi, LLC (@JPuglisiLLC)

J. Puglisi, LLC (@JPuglisiLLC) — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:14:11 +0000

I agree. Moreover, look at what Jersey City did with the installation of a light rail solution. Why can’t the former Erie (NY &NJ RR) right of way be reclaimed and used for the same purpose. A light rail system could move passengers all day long from the Village through West Haverstraw, Thiells, Mt. Ivy, Pomona and on to connect with the Pascack Valley line as it once did in the past.

Most of the right of way is just a path through woods. There are a few places where obstructions would now have to be overcome such as reconstructing a grade crossing over Route 202 and rebuilding a bridge over the creek along Suffern Lane.

These trains are smooth, efficient and quiet. They would provide a great alternative for commuters.

Comment on TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service by HaverstrawLife.com

HaverstrawLife.com — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:04:06 +0000

Let it be noted that this is NOT the only option. While I’ve advocated for transit on the new TZB as a major step in connecting the region, there are other steps that we can take to improve service. Restoring the West Shore Railroad, the Northern Branch, the Pascack Valley Line, and increasing cross-Hudson Ferry service can do a lot reduce traffic on area roads. These options should be considered as traffic mitigating projects – these projects should be linked with the TZB Project.

Comment on Haverstraw in the Toronto Sun by TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service « HaverstrawLife.com

TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service « HaverstrawLife.com — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:46:21 +0000

[...] day trips into the Hudson Valley. With expanded ferry service, Haverstraw could become one of the major hiking meccas within close proximity of Manhattan. The opportunities here are limitless. Just expand the ferry service, and do it [...]

Comment on New York Waterway Ferry Service to Ossining Breaks All Records by TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service « HaverstrawLife.com

TZB Transit Alternative: Expand Ferry Service « HaverstrawLife.com — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:46:19 +0000

[...] creating new rail service west-of-Hudson, or expanding existing ferry service, most notably the Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry. The ferry has been operating since 2000, whisking hundreds of passengers each day across the wide [...]

Comment on Haverstraw Bay Sunset by HaverstrawLife.com

HaverstrawLife.com — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:05:27 +0000

And if there’s an evening with a great sunset, hop the ferry to Ossining to get some good shots. It’s really easy to do. It goes over and immediately comes back – it’s a 40 minute round-trip at the most.

Comment on Haverstraw Bay Sunset by HaverstrawLife.com

HaverstrawLife.com — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:03:15 +0000

You can upload sunset/sunrise shots into Windows Movie Maker – I think it’s a pretty cool effect – speeds up the sunset/sunrise, but it’s just as brilliant. You should try it with some of your amazing morning shots. Or, if you send me a series in succession (evenly spaced shots over time), I can make one and post to youtube.

Comment on Haverstraw Bay Sunset by Thomas McGuire

Thomas McGuire — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:23:38 +0000

Very pretty shot Jared. I don’t get to see many sunsets because you either have to be on the Hudson or acrroos in Westchester..This was a treat ..thanks Tom

Comment on Opinions & Politics by HaverstrawLife.com

HaverstrawLife.com — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:24:17 +0000

This is a great idea. You’re right. The park(s) lack an aesthetic consistency and overall design. A landscape designer doesn’t have to be hired – there are residents with design knowledge that can be tapped to come up with some kind of a plan. This would be a lot cheaper than bidding it out to a company.