Oxnard Harbor District Commission Appoints Celina Zacarias to Harbor Commission
In a special meeting held on Monday, February 3, 2020, the Oxnard Harbor District Board of Commissioners appointed Celina Zacarias as Harbor Commissioner. Commissioner Zacarias will be filling the vacancy left by the passing of Commissioner Dr. Manuel Lopez. Ms. Zacarias brings a wealth of experience, community and business relationships. Her knowledge of the Port,…
Port Leads Ventura County’s Green Economy
January 30, 2020 – The Port of Hueneme kicked off 2020 drawing the attention of Ventura County’s business leaders and environmental advocates earning the California Green Business Network Certification and the 2020 Outstanding Business Catalyst Award. “What a great way to begin the New Year! Having both the business and environmental communities recognize the work…
In Fond Memory of Commissioner Dr. Manuel Lopez, June 1, 1927 – January 27, 2020
In Fond Memory of Commissioner Dr. Manuel Lopez, June 1, 1927 – January 27, 2020 Oxnard Harbor District Commissioner Dr. Manuel (Manny) Lopez leaves an outstanding legacy of leadership and public service. Dr. Manuel Lopez served as Oxnard’s first Latino Mayor and engaged in multiple leadership positions for many organizations including: Oxnard Chamber of Commerce Board, Oxnard Community Relations Commission, City of Oxnard…
Retired Longshoreman Jess Ramirez Becomes President of the Oxnard Harbor District
On Monday, January 13, the Port of Hueneme welcomed new leadership as the Board of Harbor Commissioners unanimously voted Jess Ramirez to serve as Board President for 2020. President Ramirez was first elected to the Board in 1992, having served five times before as Board President. Ramirez is no stranger to the operations of the…
Wave of the Future: Port Welcomes New Brusco Tug
Advanced Technology Brings Lower Emissions January 2020 – Brusco Tug & Barge, Inc. has modernized its tug fleet at the Port of Hueneme by bringing aboard the “Teresa Brusco,” a state-of-the-art vessel that will dramatically lower vessel emissions and bring more power and ability to the tugs’ important ship-handling role on Port. Brusco’s investment strengthens…
The Port’s Dock Talk – End of 2019 Issue
The end-of-year 2019 review of Dock Talk is now online. (Download as PDF) In this issue: Message from Jess Herrera, President, Board of Harbor Commissioners Message from Kristin Decas, CEO & Port Director Women Lead the Way at the Port US Officials Talk Commerce State of the Port – Economy Oxnard Chamber State of the Port…
Port Closes Out 2019 with 1.65 Million Cargo Tons & 2,201 New Jobs
VCCA sounds the alarm on lack of economic growth for rest of the County December, 2019: Santa’s sleigh has been doubling as a boat this year, helping bring record cargo into the Port of Hueneme. The Port delivers another record breaking year for cargo, jobs, tax revenues, and economic impact. Cargo grew by 3.6% over…
Governor’s Top Economic Advisor Talks Competitiveness at the Port
California’s top economic advisor, Lenny Mendonca, met with Port leadership and customers on November 15, 2019 to create greater economic opportunity in the region. Mendonca began his visit with a tour seeing Port operations firsthand including the shoreside power system enabling vessels to plug into electricity at berth, reducing air emissions by 87%. Mendonca addressed…
US Officials from Around the World Come to Hueneme to Talk Commerce
International liaisons, logistic technology experts, local exporters, and trade officials convened on November 14, 2019 in a think-tank style consortium today at the Port of Hueneme. Focusing on how to grow businesses through utilizing technological advances in eCommerce and blockchain in new and emerging markets, participants interfaced with Embassy Attachés from Seoul, South Korea; Jakarta,…
The Port’s Dock Talk – Fall 2019 Issue
The fall issue of Dock Talk showcases the importance of youth and young adults in our community. (Download as PDF) In this issue: Message from Jess Herrera, President, Board of Harbor Commissioners Welcome from Kristin Decas, CEO & Port Director Project Highlights: What’s in the Works at the Port? The Future of Us: Youth and Young…
State of the Port Address Presented to Oxnard Chamber
OHD Board President Jess Herrera Speaks Suggesting that the business community should be “mad as hell’ at the stagnant economic growth in the county, Oxnard Harbor District Board President Jess Herrera addressed the Oxnard Chamber of Commerce members on October 10, 2019 with a path forward for economic prosperity. Throughout his speech, Herrera referenced the…
Port Awarded Excellence in Financial Reporting
Meeting High Standards for a 9th Consecutive Year August 2019 – For the ninth consecutive year, the Port of Hueneme is being recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). The award highlights the Port’s FY2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) which was carefully…