PHMC’s meddling throws Erie’s volunteer ship crew into stormy waters, disrupting a vibrant community built on love for the Brig Niagara. Despite bureaucratic buffeting, they refuse to abandon ship. Smooth sailing? Not with PHMC at the helm.
US Brig Niagara is now considered inactive by the US Coast Guard. PHMC claims that is normal and good news, but is that true?
PHMC’s big plans for the U.S. Brig Niagara sound swell, but there’s a tiny snag: they might not even be allowed to set sail! Turns out, navigating maritime regulations requires more than just good intentions. Without a legit 501(c)3, their promises are all at sea. Smooth sailing, eh?
April Fools! PHMC hasn’t even posted a job description for a Niagara Captain publicly! With no signs of progress, how long do we have to wait?
PHMC’s missteps threaten the future of U.S. Brig Niagara! With no clear plan or crew, Niagara’s fate hangs in the balance. PHMC’s promises clash with reality: no captain, no crew, and dwindling hopes for sailing. Taxpayer money wasted, volunteers alienated. Niagara’s legacy at risk. Demand transparency now!
Protect Brig Niagara advocates for transparency and accountability in managing U.S. Brig Niagara. Recent revelations expose concerning ties between FNL’s Board President and PHMC administrators, undermining accountability and risking Niagara’s integrity. With recently discovered emails revealing compromised negotiations, it’s time for scrutiny. Don’t let Niagara’s legacy falter. Demand answers.
On Feb 7, 2024, a PHMC commissioner graciously sat down with a handful of volunteers. Here are the questions, answers, and discussions we had. And… here’s an offer from PHMC’s Director of External Affairs that came about as a direct result of that meeting. (You’ll...
Well, PHMC has finally managed to get one of the Niagara jobs posted. And it’s a doozey! Shipwright, Engineer, Able-Bodied Seafarer, Volunteer Wrangler, Project Planner… the list of duties seems to cross all departments without regard for practicality or feasibility....
Our petition work is ongoing but on the surface it may appear a bit quieter. We are busy meeting with relevant parties and gathering resources. We are still hard at work, but as stated in the last update, we’ve got to stop feeding PHMC what their job duties are and...
After reaching 1,000 petition signatures we delivered the petition to Rep. Pat Harkins, Sen. Dan Laughlin, and the Governor’s local representative, Mike Ferritto, asking them to call for a public forum on Niagara. We also shared the petition and request for a public...
This petition demands a public meeting to discuss PHMC and the Erie Maritime Museum’s plans and ability to maintain the U.S. Brig Niagara. The recent winter weather has brought volunteer concerns to life. We asked what happens if a storm rips the cover, or a seiche...
Dear Niagara petition signers, We are still without a public meeting on Niagara’s future. It is time to take further steps. Andrea Lowery, Executive Director of PHMC, responded to our formal letter but made no mention of our primary request for a public forum....
Thank you for supporting the US Brig Niagara. Your signature lets this state agency and our lawmakers know that many people care, are invested, and are watching. And, that we will use our voices to ensure we have transparency and accountability for Niagara's...