EPA press release on WTC cleaning hotline launch, June 2002

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document

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The September 11th memorial has the potential to receive 5 million visitors per year or more., Upgrades of Lower Manhattan's existing facilities will not only significantly improve visitor experiences, but will also substantially raise the quality of life for this area’s residents and workers. These advances are key to retaining and growing Lower Manhattan's commercial base.

Beyond the boundaries of Lower Manhattan, population growth across the region demands key transportation system improvements to maintain access to Lower Manhattan for critical labor pools. These projections lead to the conclusion that practical, achievable improvements should be made within the area's rail 'and ferry systems to serve Long Island, the northern New York sub- urbs/Connecticut, and New Jersey more effectively.

The global reach of business demands that top firms have ready access to clients and partners around the world. Consequently, airport access is a central focus of this document. Convenient airport access is a critical driver of Lower Manhattan's future growth and the key to maintaining its prominence in international business. Benefiting all of Manhattan, the airport access options presented in this publication represent the borough's best chance for centralized, coordinated connections to all three airports in the region.

Going forward, it is imperative that Lower Manhattan transform itself into an even stronger international commercial center. This transformation can be achieved through transportation improvements — both in the reconstruction of facilities lost on September 11th and in the imple­ mentation of local, regional, and international,connections. By achieving a new level of global reach. Lower Manhattan can secure its position as a global business leader.

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