New Wolfe Island, Amherst Island ferries remain docked for over a year
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“At this point, staffing really isn’t the issue. The issue is the ferry is languishing in Picton and we’re not sure why,” said Townend. The township says delays with the ferry’s delivery aren’t being communicated from the Ministry of Transportation. “So because we are not the owner, we didn’t procure the boat, and the boat is not in our possession, it’s difficult for us to be able to answer to the public as to what the delays are,” said Townend.Whether it’s a staffing shortage or something else, frustration for Island residents and politicians alike is building.There’s no clear indication of how much longer they’ll be there, either.
The affected municipalities are hoping to schedule meetings with the MTO soon to try and get the process moving and the new ferries in service.
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