Staten Island Ferry service is experiencing 'significant changes' due to what officials say is the result of many workers calling out sick.
Staten Island Ferry service is experiencing "significant changes" due to what officials say is the result of many workers calling out sick and are advising the public to avoid non-essential travel on the ferry.
They said that this, combined with a national marine worker shortage, has resulted in "significant changes" to the Staten Island Ferry service. According to the NYC DOT, a full crew needed to operate a boat includes one captain, one assistant captain, and three mates.
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