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State report highlights response to Refugio Oil Spill
What Happened: California’s Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) published a summary report on the state’s response to the Refugio Oil Spill in Santa Barbara last year and determined there were a few suc- cesses but also a handful of areas requir- ing improvement. The DFW Offi ce of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR) found federal and state agencies worked well in responding to the oil spill, which occurred on May 19, 2015 just off the coast of Santa Barbara. OSPR’s report said the state could have planned “for earlier community engagement and improve public information protocols” and trained “additional OSPR staff for lead roles in wildlife operations” while also develop- ing “an electronic shoreline assessment data management system,” according to the report. The full report can be found online at
bit.ly/1Uwm4ja.
What’s On Tap: The DFW report stated the OSPR response to the Refugio Oil Spill is not yet complete and is still ongoing.
The Log • May 20 - June 2, 2016 • 9 Sneak a Peek: By Parimal M. Rohit
Marina, conducting repairs and collecting revenues on behalf of the city through July 2018.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service awards $2.2 million in grants for Clean Vessel Act program
What Happened: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announced $2.2 million in grants would be awarded to California and Nevada for recreational boaters to better dispose of on-board sewage. The grants were awarded through
FWS’s Clean Vessel Act (CVA) program, which, according to the service, “helps states maintain clean and healthy waters.” of boat ramps, docks and other
infrastructure that create jobs in local communities.” Funding for FWS programs such as
CVA are made possible through contribu- tions made to the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund by boaters and manufacturers. CVA programs have received $234 million in grant funding since its inception in 1993.
Port of San Diego approves larger loan for Pier 32 Marina Group
What Happened: A planned restaurant at Pier 32 Marina in National City just became more expensive. The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners approved a request to increase a loan to fund the construction of Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern from $6.2 million to $8 million. Commissioners consented to a $6.2 mil- lion loan from California Bank & Trust on March 8. The restaurant and Pier 32 Marina are both held under the same corporate umbrella, GB Holdings LLC.
What’s On Tap: Port staff says the marina would be able to pay its lease and the loan amount.
Coronado City Council approves contract extension with California Yacht Marina
What Happened: California Yacht Marina- Chula Vista will continue to manage Glorietta Bay Marina in Coronado for an additional two years thanks to a contract extension approved by the Coronado City Council on April 19. California Yacht Marina has managed Glorietta Bay Marina since July 2001 and will continue overseeing the waterfront venue as the city completes the recon- struction of Dock C later this year.
What’s On Tap: California Yacht Marina will continue managing Glorietta Bay
What’s On Tap: A vast majority of the funding – $2,118,750 – will be allocated to coastal and inland venues in Califor- nia. The state’s Department of Boating and Waterways, for example, will “reduce vessel sewage pollution from overboard discharges into their state waters through the installation of seven new or replace- ment pumpout stations and operation and maintenance funding for all CVA equip- ment along the coast,” according to FWS staff. Funding would also pay for the instal- lation of seven new fl oating restrooms, about 20 operations and maintenance agreements, and one pumpout boat at lakes throughout California.
Port of Los Angeles resets compensation agreement with 22nd Street Landing
What Happened: The Port of Los Angeles’ Board of Commissioners approved an order on May 5 to reset its compensation agreement with 22nd Street Landing, which operates a sportfi shing and restau- rant business in San Pedro, through 2017. The order would reset the compen- sation was applied for gross receipts between 2002 and 2015, as well as future payments through 2017. Compensation has not been reset since Nov. 27, 2002, according to port staff.
What’s On Tap: The Port of Los Angeles and 22nd Street Landing agreed to the following amounts: $139,610 for 2002- 2007; $123,371 for 2007-2012; $222,046 for 2012-2015; and, “the greater of the mini- mum annual rental amount of $146,111 or the percentage of gross receipts.” Port offi cials predicted the Board-
mandated 10 percent rate of return for land would be exceeded by the rent com- pensation if the landing’s current business productivity persists.
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