Water transportation has become a serious and growing new mode of mass transit in New York Harbor, especially since the events of last September 11, Mr. Imperatore, Jr. will present the history, current operation and future plans of NY Waterway, the country?s largest private ferry operator. He will discuss current and future routes, design and construction of existing and new vessels and the development of a new generation of water transportation infrastructure, including terminals and surface connections throughout the Harbor. Special emphasis will be given to the impact of enhanced ferry transportation on the redevelopment of New York Harbor?s formerly industrial waterfronts.