Section 22-148. Intent  


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  • It  is  the  intent  of  this  subchapter that the
      rehabilitation, maintenance and operation of such pier properties  shall
      be  in  all  respects  for the benefit of the people of the state of New
      York and to provide needed transportation  and  terminal  facilities  so
      that their commerce and prosperity may be increased and their health and
      living  conditions improved. The city is hereby declared to be and shall
      be  regarded  as  performing  an  essential  governmental  function   in
      rehabilitating, maintaining and operating such pier properties.