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ArchivesNovember 2003 
Ferryriders Rejoice!..Double coverage, pages
It was a long, hard slog, and victory was only possible due to the stalwart support of Ferry Champion Senator Don Perata, but with passage of SB916, which puts to a vote of the people whether to raise bridge tolls, plans for improved and expanded ferry service figure to be in the money. With polls showing voters well-inclined to the toll-boost proposal, millions may be available for as soon as mid next year More... Sensible ShoesNew York’s horrific ferry accident at Staten Island is a wake-up call for ferry operators. While San Francisco has an excellent history of safety, even back in the radar-less fog-shrouded days, there have been accidents. We review the past and project the future of ferry safety on the Bay…and specifically question the need for speed. More... The Great Aluminum ProblemIn 1999, Nichols Brothers Boatyard built a new Incat design, Jet Cat Express for Catalina Island service (this should not be confused with the Jet Cat Express that operated for Vallejo). Shortly after entering service, mysterious hull cracking and pitting developed. Nichols replaced a shaft bearing, believing that the problem might have been caused by excessive vibration. Despite that, the problems grew. Our intrepid correspondent Guy Span runs the story to ground. More... Ferryriders Rejoice!SB 916 Enacted: March 2004 Primary Ballot to Give Voters Chance to Expand Commute Options More... More Sensible ShoesNew York’s horrific ferry accident at Staten Island is a wake-up call for ferry operators. While San Francisco has an excellent history of safety, even back in the radar-less fog-shrouded days, there have been accidents. In 1886 More... Bay Round UpA new and rather large arrival in the Oakland Estuary is the World War II carrier, the Midway. Actually, she was built during World War II, but the surrender was signed before she saw active duty. Word has it that she is undergoing cleanup after being held in the Reserve Fleet and is headed to San Diego as a museum ship. More... Harbor Bay Ferry Rescue DramaIn His Own Words, the Survivor Details Heroism of Bay Breeze Crew More... Port of Call: Nuuk, GreenlandIt’s understandable if you feel confused and adrift. Current events have altered the order of our world and split asunder More... Bay Area Joins International Walk-to-School Day CelebrationHealth, Safety, Fun Top Day’s Agenda More... A Splendid Run of Bad LuckThe Alameda-Oakland Ferry Service problems continue, with a splendid run of bad luck. First, the Encinal, the backup boat, blew a Detroit Diesel engine just 37 hours into its return to service from an extensive rebuild. More... The Great Aluminum ProblemIn 1999, Nichols Brothers Boatyard built a new Incat design, Jet Cat Express for Catalina Island service (this should not be confused with the Jet Cat Express that operated for Vallejo). Shortly after entering service, More... Bay CrossingsCuisineCompass Rose Celebration Chicken More... 
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