Residents and harbor users urge stronger restroom capacity and rethink of cruise‑bus circulation

Speakers across the meeting repeatedly raised restroom capacity, crowding and cruise‑bus impacts on park circulation and safety. Anne Johnson, who staffs the harbor ticket booth, described daily lines: “There are people waiting when I get there at 08:00 to use the bathroom facilities,” she said, and staff described frequent walk‑ins seeking harbor‑master services.

Several residents urged the city to study alternative circulation for cruise visitors and buses — including relocating bus activity to larger staging areas — and to examine signage to nearby public restrooms (for example at the Donnelley Visitor Center). Harbor operators and police emphasized the harbormaster’s on‑site role for rapid response to water incidents and public‑safety events; Chief Ryan Duffy said quick access to assets is critical during water emergencies.