Even a Rays World Series title this year, which is entirely possible, is unlikely to keep the franchise from bolting if voters don't approve the team's public-private offer for a new waterfront home in St.
Mr. Snyder was initially denied the NYBDC loan because he couldn't show a profit, as Red Hook Winery had spent a great deal of money moving to its waterfront location.
And like some other boating hubs, local officials aren't eager to add more berths when there are so many other competing uses for the city's limited waterfront property.