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RainCaster

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1. There's a big problem here

Reply to Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin (Original post)

Sat Dec 16, 2023, 03:07 PM

Dec 2023

The ferry system is years behind in ordering replacement boosts. Plus, many mechanics on the boats retired instead of getting the mandated COVID vaccines. So there are few replacements for these people and they do not understand the details of keeping these boats in operation. It's a genuine mess.

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Longtime state ferry commuters: 'This is the worst it's been' [View all] Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Dec 2023 OP

There's a big problem here RainCaster Dec 2023 #1

Reservations SarahD Dec 2023 #2

it has become unreliable KT2000 Dec 2023 #3

Retired after 25 years Ferryboat Dec 2023 #4