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JANUARY 23, 2025

SOLD-OUT 'STATE OF THE PORT 2025' EVENT

TO BE LIVE STREAMED AT NOON TODAY

The Port of Los Angeles will be offering a livestream of its sold-out 10th annual ‘State of the Port’ event, providing all stakeholders the opportunity to get an update on the Port’s 2025 priorities and programs.

 

The livestream will begin at noon Pacific. The video will be available live and for playback on the Port’s YouTube channel and website.

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PORT OF LOS ANGELES TO HOST 11TH ANNUAL LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL AT ALTASEA

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25

The Port of Los Angeles will host its 11th Annual Lunar New Year Festival from 3-7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25, at AltaSea Berth 60 Door 39. The free, family-friendly event will exhibit an array of artistic performances and cultural demonstrations.  


The Lunar New Year in 2025 marks the Year of the Wood Snake, a symbol of renewal, growth, and resilience.  As Angelenos continue to endure one of the most devastating natural disasters in the City’s history, the spirit of the Lunar New Year aspires to uplift and support the fire victims, first responders, and volunteers.

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PORT OF LA POLICE OFFICER RETURNS TO WORK FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE HOME BURNED DOWN IN EATON FIRE

Officer David Cervantes, who works at the Port of Los Angeles, returned to work for the first time last Wednesday since he lost his Altadena home in the Eaton Fire. Friends and family have started a GoFundMe to help as he and his family attempt to recover from the tragedy.

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LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL CONFIRMS WILMINGTON RESIDENT YOLANDA DE LA TORRE AS HARBOR COMMISSIONER

The Los Angeles City Council has unanimously approved the appointment of Yolanda De La Torre to the Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners, the oversight body for the Port of Los Angeles. A long-time Wilmington resident and dedicated community leader, De La Torre was nominated to the position by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.

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PORT OF LOS ANGELES RECEIVES $31 MILLION RENEWABLE ENERGY GRANT

The project, in partnership with the Catalina Express and Harbor Breeze Cruises, will test new renewable diesel-powered and electric-powered boats.


Among the new projects, port leadership hopes to produce "the design, construction and launch of a passenger ferry with Tier 4 engines and potentially a CARB-verified, U.S. Coast Guard-approved diesel particulate filter."

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JEFFREY STRAFFORD NAMED CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AT THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES

The Port of Los Angeles has appointed Jeffrey Strafford as its new chief financial officer. A highly regarded, respected financial manager and long-time City of Los Angeles employee, Strafford will oversee a wide range of the Port’s financial affairs, including the Port’s Accounting, Debt and Financial Analysis, and Financial Planning and Analysis divisions.


“Jeff brings nearly three decades and an incredible resumé of work to this executive position, one that plays a key role in managing the Port’s financial performance and strategic direction,” said Deputy Executive Director of Finance and Administration Erica M. Calhoun. “His strong work ethic, proven track record of excellence and outstanding leadership qualities make him the perfect choice for our new CFO. It’s a well-deserved promotion.”

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ARTIE MANDEL PROMOTED TO GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DIRECTOR AT THE

PORT OF LOS ANGELES

The Port of Los Angeles has promoted Artie Mandel to Director of Government Affairs, a position overseeing the Port’s collaborative efforts with governmental entities at the local, regional, state and federal levels. His duties will involve advocacy, legislative coordination, grant funding identification and coalition building, among other responsibilities. 

 

Mandel previously served as the Port’s Director of Strategic Initiatives. In his new position, he will continue to report to Avin Sharma, the Port’s Senior Director of Workforce and Government Affairs who said, “Artie has a long track record of bringing stakeholders together to tackle challenging policy issues, and facilitate smart and strategic solutions.”

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UPCOMING EVENTS

ON THE LA WATERFRONT

THIS SATURDAY!


11TH ANNUAL PORT OF LOS ANGELES

LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL 2025


JANUARY 25, 3 - 7 PM Alta Sea 2451, Signal Street, Berth 60, Door 39,

San Pedro 90731


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THE L.A. MARITIME INSTITUTE TOPSAIL YOUTH PROGRAM INVITES YOU TO


EXPLORE THE COAST

EXPLORA LA COSTA


JANUARY 26, 2:00 - 4:00 PM

BERTH 73, SUITE 2,

SAN PEDRO, 90731



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PECK PARK CANYON HIKES


JANUARY 27, 9 AM

560 N. WESTERN AVE., SAN PEDRO


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THE CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM PRESENTS


WHALE FIESTA 2025


FEBRUARY 2, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

3720 STEPHEN M WHITE DRIVE., SAN PEDRO, 90731


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SAN PEDRO WATERFRONT ARTS DISTRICT INVITES YOU TO


FIRST THURSDAY ARTWALK


FEBRUARY 6, 5:30 - PM DOWNTOWN SAN PEDRO, 90731


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ALTA SEA OPEN HOUSE PRESENTS

AREVON ENERGY


FEBRUARY 8, 10:00 -12:30 PM

BERTH 60 | DOOR 35

2451 SIGNAL ST., SAN PEDRO, 90731

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THE CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM INVITES YOU


SENSORY SENSITIVE SATURDAY


FEBRUARY 15, 9:00 - 10:00 AM

13720 STEPHEN M. WHITE DRIVE., SAN PEDRO, 90731


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GRAND VISION PRESENTS


PETTY PARTY

CELBRATING THE MUSIC OF TOM PETTY & THE HEARTBREAKERS


FEBRUARY 15, 8:00 PM

CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM

3720 STEPHEN M. WHITE DRIVE, SAN PEDRO, 90731


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JOIN MARINE MAMMAL CARE FOR


FAMILY SCIENCE SUNDAYS


FEBRUARY 16, 1:00 - 3:00 PM

3601 S. GAFFEY, SUITE #8, SAN PEDRO, 90731


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2025 LOS ANGELES BOARD OF

HARBOR COMMISSIONERS

UPCOMING MEETING SCHEDULE

UPCOMING BOARD MEETING

THURS., JAN. 30, 2025

Regular meeting begins at 10 a.m.

BANNING'S LANDING COMM. CENTER

UPCOMING BOARD MEETING

THURS., FEB. 13, 2025

Regular meeting begins at 10 a.m.

BANNING'S LANDING COMM. CENTER

2025 LA Board of Harbor Commission Meeting Schedule

The Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commission meetings will be held at

Banning's Landing Community Center

100 E. Water Street, Wilmington, CA 90744

Beginning October 3, 2024 and until further notice.



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