By Bill PicturePublished: September, 2009 Tourism is one of the world’s largest industries—in fact, according to the World Trade Organization, it ranks right behind the oil and technology industries in terms of total economic impact. That means lots and lots of dollars being pumped into local economies, some of which are solely reliant on that […]
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Richmond Revamps a Vision
BY JENNIFER SHAW CORRESPONDENTPublished: September, 2009 Take a vision for a vibrant city center initially conceived in the 1930s, later fleshed out by renowned architect Timothy Pfleuger in the 40s, update it to modern-day relevance with historical significance, and do it all ahead of schedule and under budget. For the team that brought the newly […]
San Francisco Brewers Bring Their Best to Brews on the Bay
By Joel WilliamsPublished: September, 2009 The San Francisco Brewers Guild will be holding its sixth annual Brews on the Bay craft beer festival on September 12 and 13. The event takes place at the National Liberty Ship Memorial, SS Jeremiah O’Brien, at Pier 45 near Fisherman’s Wharf. Seven San Francisco breweries will participate in […]
A Watershed Moment for the Clean Water Act
By Sejal Choksi, Baykeeper and Program DirectorPublished: September, 2009 San Francisco Baykeeper was founded on the principle that the San Francisco Bay and its connected rivers, creeks, and wetlands belong to the communities that depend on them—and must be protected accordingly. Fortunately, we have the Clean Water Act to help us do just that. […]
Around the bay in September 2009
Published: September, 2009 Legendary Musicians Descend on Sausalito Art Festival This Labor Day weekend, top-notch music and stars of the contemporary art scene will be showcased on the sparkling bay shores of Sausalito’s Mediterranean-like seaside village as Sausalito hosts the West Coast’s ultimate Art and Music Experience. This year’s musical attractions feature 80s rockers Night […]
ON OUR COVER August 2009
Published: August, 2009
From My Berth
Published: August, 2009 Last month’s feature story about California’s budget crisis raised an obvious question in my mind about Angel Island. Allegedly $200,000 short of annual operating funds, the park is being threatened with closure and federal takeover. My view is that an answer stares us directly in the eyes. Forty-eight boat slips at the […]
Transportation 2035 Plan for the Bay Area Released
Published: August, 2009 The Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s (MTC) newly released Transportation 2035 Plan for the San Francisco Bay Area: Change in Motion, is now available for viewing online, along with other companion technical reports, at www.mtc.ca.gov/planning/2035_plan. The Plan is a 25-year vision for a regional transportation system that bolsters our economy, safeguards our environment, and […]
Port of Oakland Wins EPA Stimulus Grant
By Patrick BurnsonPublished: August, 2009 With the goal of creating jobs, boosting local economies, reducing diesel fuel emissions and protecting human health, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced awards for about half of its allotted federal stimulus money to state, regional and federal air quality programs, including several in and around seaports. The […]
WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES August 2009
Published: August, 2009 Every Saturday 12PM – 2PM or 2:30PM – 4:30PM – Introduction to Sailing Course, OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.comThis two-hour skippered charter is designed to provide folks who are considering getting into sailing with a real glimpse of the sport, our club and our people. Cost is $40. Every Saturday 10am-12pm – Pick Up and Paddle Saturdays, UCSF […]