A new terminal
known as the "Gateway to Staten Island" includes
a wide range of shops and restaurants, an outdoor plaza,
expanded commercial areas, skylight, terrazzo flooring and
two observation decks. It provides improved transportation
connections to the ferry, bus, train, and cars. Design included redundancy
in the chiller and boiler plants, as well as (2) 5kV electric
substations serving independent electric feeds into the
facility. Each feed supports the entire facility through double-ended switchgear.
The chillers/boilers can utilize both gas and oil and include
an emergency generator back-up. Systems installed include
dynamic signage, public address, CCTV, and fire alarm. A
large steel "Arch Canopy" connecting the terminal
to St. George Esplanade and a glass curtain wall exterior
provide a view to New York Bay. |