New proposals to redevelop the New Bedford State Pier include accommodations for the Cuttyhunk Ferry, a relief to residents and visitors who depend on the service to the small island.
The Steamship Authority board of governors Tuesday voted to approve 41 North Offshore’s plan to run a freight barge to the Island.
MassDevelopment, a quasi-public agency focused on stimulating economic growth in the state, put out a request for proposals for the different parcels on the New Bedford state pier, including the spot used by the Cuttyhunk Ferry Company.
Tisbury’s select board voted Wednesday to oppose a barging company’s proposal to ship large freight between New Bedford and the Steamship Authority terminal in Vineyard Haven.
Jonah Mikutowicz, the owner of 41 North Offshore, came to the Steamship Authority board meeting Tuesday to float his new plan after receiving interest from potential customers.
State Official Hit on New Bedford Stand
By JULIA WELLS
Gazette Senior Writer
A prominent Boston attorney who represents the Steamship Authority fired back yesterday at the state attorney general for climbing into bed with the city of New Bedford in the latest political gambit around the public boat line that is the lifeline to the two Islands.