NCMM-Response-to-the-BPCA-RFP-Marina-Operator

My wife and I have been
residents of Battery Park City for
the last twenty years. We have
raised two children in BPC who
are now almost thirteen years
old. The marina and Sailing Club
have been an integral part of
our lives. I have walked around
the North Cove Marina with my
children countless times,
pointing at the mega-yachts
that now visit the marina. We
have personally witnessed the
improved facilities at North
Cove Marina and have enjoyed
seeing a vibrant and wellmaintained
marina since North
Cove Marina Management took
over operations. My children
also attend the local schools
and we have seen the generous
donations that North Cove
Marina Management has made
over the years. As sailors and
residents of Battery Park City,
the Picone family fully supports
North Cove Marina
Management and is hopeful
that such high-quality services
and events, as well as
professional staff, continue to
manage North Cove Marina.
Clipper Round the World Race
Another international event which NCMM has secured for North Cove
for the past 6 years is the Clipper Round the World Race. This is a
competition for twelve 72-foot boats which stop at major ports while
racing around the world. What is unique about this event is that average
people can buy a spot on the boat to participate. Many people sail one
or more legs as a way to get the ultimate experience of their lives.
The Clipper Race came to New North through Commodore
Fortenbaugh’s connection with Sir Robin Knox-Johnston. The
Commodore convinced Sir Robin to move the start of Around Alone, the
single-handed round the world race, to New York in 2002.
- Michael, Margarita,
Alexander & Lauren Picone
Once NCMM was put in charge of North Cove, we also secured the
Clipper Race which had previously docked in Jersey City. This year, the
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