The Coast Guard has posted two files to help explain the new Ballast Water Management regulations: — Guidance on verification of Fouling Maintenance and Sediment Removal Procedures, 5 Nov 2012 — PowerPoint Presentation (with audio narration) – USCG Ballast Water Final Rule, 5 Nov 2012 These and other guidance documents are available […]
Continue ReadingThe 12th annual eNavigation Conference: TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR THE PRE-REGISTRATION RATE Join your colleagues from the following companies already registered: Aalesund University College Aerobytes American Pilots’ Association BC Coast Pilots BC Ferries BlankRome LLC Canadian Coast Guard, Navigation Systems Canadian Hydrographic Service Canadian Marine Pilots’ Association Cartel Communication Systems, Inc. Chamber of Shipping […]
Continue ReadingA message from the State Water Resources Control Board: Click to view PDF of Change Sheet for Item #1, November 6, 2012 Board Meeting
Continue ReadingNewsletter November 5, 2012 U.S. DISTRICT COURT RULING UNDERCUTS FEDERAL REGULATIONS GOVERNING USE OF “FARMED WETLANDS” A federal district court in California has ruled that a farmer did not “convert” wetlands under the Food Security Act when he releveled rice fields and, accordingly, did not render himself ineligible for […]
Continue ReadingSF Bay Joint Venture Update, November 5 SPOTLIGHTS: Coastal Conservancy Draft Strategic Plan The Coastal Conservancy is in the process of preparing a new five year strategic plan. The draft plan is now available for review. We welcome comments on this draft – please send them to spcomments@scc.ca.gov, by Thursday, Nov 15th. Please include […]
Continue ReadingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2012 Media Contact: Isaac Kos-Read Director of External Affairs ikos-read@portoakland.com 510-627-1565 Stay Connected with the Port of Oakland, Your Port, Your Partner. www.portofoakland.com Update from the Acting Executive Director of the Port of Oakland Focused on progress toward financial sustainability and maintaining […]
Continue ReadingJust Announced! Exciting sessions scheduled for the 2013 California Maritime Leadership Symposium. Bringing together policy makers, port, rail and trucking representatives and all other stakeholders, the CMLS has become the premiere event focused on the Maritime Transportation System. Join us in Sacramento to learn about the latest industry issues and network with colleagues. […]
Continue ReadingView article on Sacramento Bee website Editorial: Sandy’s wrath shows threat to California coast By the Editorial Board Published: Friday, Nov. 2, 2012 – 12:00 am | Page 12A The death and devastation on the East Coast should be another wake-up call for Californians on how vulnerable our coast is to storm surges and high […]
Continue ReadingThe November 2, 2012, issue of ACWA News is now available at the link below. Highlights in this issue: Delta Stewardship Council Works on Framework for “Near-Term” Projects Keynote Speakers Announced for ACWA Fall Conference Survey Launched on Member Needs, Priorities Regions 9 and 10 Fall Program Examine’s California’s Water Future Click here to access […]
Continue ReadingA Special Announcement from the Bay Planning Coalition’s Board of Directors We are offering a donation matching opportunity in partnership with BPC member the Marine Science Institute. This bay area educational non-profit introduces thousands of our community’s children to the Bay, often facilitating students’ first hands-on interaction with their local marine environment. […]
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