Ocracoke Access News
Stay informed with the latest updates on ferry service, transportation funding, and advocacy efforts that keep Ocracoke Island and the North Carolina coast connected.
North Carolina Leaders Secure $7 Million to Sustain Ferry Service
October 22, 2025
October 22, 2025 – Ocracoke, NC – The Ocracoke Access Alliance today praised the North Carolina General Assembly and key legislative leaders for approving $7 million in critical funding to support the state’s ferry system — ensuring continued operations, vital maintenance, and reliable access for coastal communities. Proposed service reductions no longer need to be […]
NC Budget Impasses Threatens NC Ferry Service
September 26, 2025
Ocracoke, NC – Despite proposing a historic level of funding for the North Carolina Ferry Division in the never-approved State Biennial Budget, the current impasse between the House and Senate in the North Carolina General Assembly over so-called “mini-budgets” could result in dramatic reductions in ferry operations and deferment of all non-emergency ferry maintenance, affecting Ocracoke […]
Ocracoke Access Alliance Launches Advocacy EffortSafe and Reliable Access Requires Increased Ferry Funding
September 3, 2025
Ocracoke, N.C. – The Ocracoke Access Alliance (OAA) has formed to push for greater state and federal investment in ferry services, NC-12, and other critical infrastructure that ensures safe and reliable access. In announcing the new coalition, Justin LeBlanc, OAA’s Executive Director said, “The North Carolina Ferry System is the second-largest public ferry system in the United […]
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