Published: April, 2004 The Port of Oakland endured a purgatory of environmental reviews before being permitted to undertake dredging necessary to retain its status as a major port. It took years, cost millions, and thoroughly convinced the Port of the need to be ahead of the environmental curve. Here, examples of the Port of Oakland’s […]
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How to find Relief?
By Mary Swift-Swan Published: April, 2004 She sits with her bright red hull against the gray docks at the very end of Oakland’s public wharf area. Look west of Jack London Square and Relief can be found there. It is a pleasant walk of 100 yards or so from Oakland’s Ferry Dock, past Teddy Roosevelt’s […]
Port of Oakland Says Let There Not Be Light
Published: April, 2004 The plan involves retrofitting fixtures along the 7th Street, Maritime Street, and New Road with visors to eliminate glare. Training sessions have been held with Port engineers and planners to educate them on the problem of lighting pollution. As the public becomes more aware of lighting pollution, developers and agencies like the […]
New Cross-Airport Opens at Oakland International Airport
Published: April, 2004 A new roadway crossing Oakland International Airport (OAK) opened recently, marking the completion of a major construction project that significantly improves access between the airport, Interstate-880, and Bay Farm Island, at the south end of Alameda. The new roadway between OAK and Harbor Bay Parkway is the final phase of a $120 […]
San Francisco Bay Master Mariners Benevolent Association Events
Published: March, 2004 Sat, Mar 20, 2004 Spring Potluck & Membership Drive Pt. San Pablo YC, Richmond John Tucker Fri, May 21, 2004 Sponsors Lunch St. Francis YC DeeDee Lozier & Terry Klaus Sat, May 29, 2004 MMBA Annual Regatta Post Race Party @ Encinal YC Jeff Stokes & Stephen Gort Sat, Jun 26, 2004 […]
Silver for Blue and Gold
By Mary Swift-Swan Published: March, 2004 Blue & Gold Fleet is the largest ferry and passenger excursion vessel operator on San Francisco Bay. They have grown slowly and worked hard to provide dependable and environmentally sensitive service to the greater Bay Area. The Blue & Gold Fleet transports more than 4 million commuters, residents, and […]
On The H20Front | Sea & Grocery
By Zannah Noe Published: March, 2004 When most of us think of Japanese food, we think of sushi, tempura, and chicken teriyaki with rice. These are staples of the cuisine and they define Japanese cooking to American diners. When friend and fellow chef Dina Gewing suggested teaching sushi to children, the concept derailed my own […]
Whither the Blue Angels?
Did the Blue Angels Fly the Coop in a Huff? By Guy Span, S.D. Published: March, 2004 Fleet Week is a San Francisco tradition dating back to the arrival of the Great White Fleet in 1908, when the city feted the sailors and officers for a week, while here for re-supply. It was re-inaugurated in […]
City Tow Confidential
Published: March, 2004 You see them routinely booted on the street and may know the utter feeling of disbelief and shock when your car is gone. But it’s the horror stories that give City Tow a name that is synonymous with angst, anger, and avarice. An overwhelming number of complaints of car muggings made City […]
Prince and Princess Dazzle the Ice!
Published: March, 2004 Disney’s Princess on Ice Grand Opening in San Jose February 18, 2004 was a spirited success. Some guests were greeted by a handsome Aladdin and his Genie. Little boys and girls plus those young at heart shared a moment in the brilliance of the characters smiles. When the lights dimmed, hearts and […]