If you’ve ever stood on a Staten Island bus stop wondering if your ride would show up on time, you’re definitely not alone. And it looks like the right people are finally paying attention.
On July 17, Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella and New York City Transit President Demetrius Crichlow met at Borough Hall to talk transit. More specifically, they sat down with the Amalgamated Transit Union to focus on improving local and express bus service across Staten Island.
In a joint statement after the meeting, the message was clear: better service is needed—and it’s coming. While no timelines were laid out just yet, officials stressed that the meeting was productive and that commuters’ concerns are being taken seriously. And honestly, that’s a refreshing change.
Bus delays, route confusion and packed commutes have long been part of daily life on Staten Island. So just the idea that improvements are on the table feels like progress in a borough that often gets left out of the citywide transit conversation.
The Staten Island–Brooklyn Ferry Could Be Next
While the focus this week was on buses, there’s another big transit idea quietly making waves: a proposed ferry route connecting Staten Island to Brooklyn.
For years, Staten Island has had only one direct transit lifeline—its ferry to Manhattan. Getting to Brooklyn, despite being so close geographically, usually means a full-blown commute detour through Manhattan or a long express bus ride.
That’s why this new ferry proposal is a big deal. If it happens, it would finally give Staten Islanders a simple, reliable way to reach Brooklyn. No subway transfers. No bridge traffic. Just a direct connection that opens up job access, healthcare options and family visits without the usual stress.
City officials and planners have been looking at feasibility and ridership potential. And it turns out there’s strong demand. This isn’t just some niche idea—it’s something thousands of people could benefit from.
Check out our full blog on proposed Brooklyn – Staten Island Ferry here.
Better Connectivity For People Of Staten Island
The truth is, Staten Island has always felt a little cut off from the rest of New York City. Whether it’s missing subway lines, slow buses or the long trek just to cross a bridge, it’s no wonder residents often feel overlooked.
That’s why projects like bus improvements and a Brooklyn ferry route are more than just transit updates—they’re about quality of life.
Imagine being able to get to work faster. Or visit family in another borough without needing two hours and three transfers. Or not having to drive just to avoid unreliable buses. These things matter.
Good transit isn’t just a convenience. It opens doors. It reduces stress. It lets people stay in the neighborhoods they love without sacrificing opportunity.
And for Staten Island, every step toward better connectivity is a step toward feeling fully part of the city.
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