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The Oxnard Harbor District is an independent special district (business enterprise) a political subdivision of the State of California which owns and operates the commercial Port of Hueneme. The District was created in 1937 under authority of an act of the legislature of the State of California which provides for the formation of Harbor Districts. The Oxnard Harbor District’s policies are set by a five-member Board of Harbor Commissioners elected at large from the District. The day-to-day business operations of the Harbor District are administered by a CEO and Port Director and professional staff.

The Harbor District is empowered to acquire, construct, own, operate, control, or develop any and all harbor works or facilities necessary for the efficient undertaking of its mission. The District prepares and controls its own budget, administers and controls its fiscal activities, and is responsible for all Port construction and operations.

Workers in yellow protective suits and helmets inspect a large blue cylindrical cargo container on a platform with yellow railings. A lifebuoy is attached to the railing, ensuring safety during shipping operations.

The Harbor District’s political boundaries are comprised of the Greater City of Oxnard area (population 202,000) and the City of Port Hueneme (population 22,000). Each Harbor Commissioner is popularly elected by the citizens of the Oxnard Harbor District for a four-year term. Their terms are staggered to maintain continuity.

The Oxnard Harbor District receives no taxes for its operation, operating entirely on Port business generated funds. In fact, in addition to paying fees for harbor development permits, the Harbor District pays significant amounts to the City of Port Hueneme through special agreements to provide for City services necessary to support Port activities. On an annual basis, the Port publishes a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the prior fiscal year and adopts a budget including a debt schedule and capital plan for the current fiscal year (July 1 through June 30).

A pivotal component in the intermodal logistics supply chain, the Port of Hueneme is a major contributor to the economic health of Ventura County and Southern California. The following is a snapshot of the Port’s key economic contributions.

  • $15 billion in annual trade value.
  • $2.8 billion in overall economic impact.
  • $236 million paid in annual taxes.
  • Provides more than 24,997 direct, indirect, induced and influenced jobs regionally.
  • Top trading partners include: South Korea, Germany, Japan, United Kingdom, Mexico, Sweden,  Guatemala, Belgium, Slovakia, Peru.
  • See more information on the Port’s economic summary from Martin & Associates here.
  • See more trade statistics here.

What's New at the Port

A group of people, some in uniforms and safety vests, are seated around a conference table in a meeting room with a presentation screen displaying information about the $3.935 Million State Grant for Port of Hueneme as Governor ramps up the California Port Data Partnership Program.

All Aboard: Port of Hueneme’s Security Training ‘Sets Sail’ for Safety

September 13, 2024

The Port of Hueneme operations team hosts a training exercise with 37 attendees from multiple agencies as part of an effort to enhance Port security operations   Download Press Release…

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A cargo ship is docked at a port with cranes unloading shipping containers, benefiting from the $3.935 million state grant for Port of Hueneme as Governor ramps up California Port Data Partnership Program. A green barge is moored alongside the ship, under a cloudy sky with calm waters.

Port of Hueneme Partners with STAX Engineering “Breaking Waves” with Emissions Capture and Control Project

August 6, 2024

Download Press Release Contact: Letitia Austin Public and Gov’t Relations Manager Laustin@Portofh.org   [PORT HUENEME, CA] – The Port of Hueneme, a vital gateway for international trade and a leader…

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Workers in high-visibility vests, bolstered by the recent $3.935 Million State Grant for Port of Hueneme, oversee fish being transferred from a conveyor belt into a large green container as part of the Governor's initiative to ramp up the California Port Data Partnership Program.

Two Ventura County Ports Drive Innovative Solution to Improve Trade

August 1, 2024

  Download Press Release Contact: Letitia Austin Public and Gov’t Relations Manager Laustin@Portofh.org   Contact: Todd Mitchell Senior Business Operations Manager tmitchell@venturaharbor.com (805) 621-7169   [PORT HUENEME, CA and VENTURA,…

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