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Howard Terminal Project for A’s Dealt Blow as State Commission Opposes Shoreline Development

During four and a half hours of discussion, speakers and sub-committee members considered various complex issues having to do with the uses and need for Howard Terminal, the proposed site of the development. The recommendation of the subcommittee will go to the BCDC, which will make the final decision.

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3 years ago

March 19, 2022

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By Post Staff

The Seaport Planning Advisory Committee (SPAC) on Wednesday voted 5-4-1 to oppose the request to remove the port priority use designation from Howard Terminal at the Port of Oakland, which would be necessary before billionaire John Fisher’s luxury real estate, ballpark and office development could go forward.

The SPAC is a subcommittee of the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC), a state agency which protects the Bay. During four and a half hours of discussion, speakers and sub-committee members considered various complex issues having to do with the uses and need for Howard Terminal, the proposed site of the development. The recommendation of the subcommittee will go to the BCDC, which will make the final decision.

During the discussion, some committee members were concerned that the development would take away space at the Port that is necessary for Port operations. One of the considerations was what is the likely rate of growth for the Oakland Port in coming years.

Oddly, the executive director of the Oakland Port argued that Oakland’s rate of growth was likely to be “slow,” meaning that Howard Terminal was less likely to be needed. Some of the public participants in the Zoom meeting found it surprising to hear the executive director of the Port denigrating his agency, arguing that the Port he is charged with leading has had “slow growth” and will continue to have “slow growth” in spite of demand for expansion of Port capacity around the world and the serious supply chain issues facing global transport.

Observers attempting to explain this anomaly thought perhaps it was related to the fact that Mayor Libby Schaaf is the executive director’s ultimate boss, and she is avidly pushing for the Fisher development.

Future dates in this process:

April 1: Staff Report Released
April 21: Commission Briefing in Cargo Forecast
May 5: BCDC Public Hearing
June 2: BCDC Public Vote

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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of January 8 – 14, 2025

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Oakland’s Black Chamber of Commerce Awards 63 Businesses $1,000 Micro Grants

“Our members are essential to Oakland’s economic and cultural fabric,” said Cathy Adams, president of the OAACC. “These grants are a testament to our dedication to fostering business growth and sustainability within our community.” The microgrants are designed to provide vital support for members to strengthen their operations, invest in growth opportunities, or meet pressing needs, Adams added.

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January 6, 2025

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Cathy Adams, president of the OAACC. Photo courtesy of the OAACC.

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Last week, the Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC) announced the distribution of $63,000 in microgrants to 63 member businesses. These $1,000 grants, generously sponsored by Supervisor Nate Miley, Amazon, and the Tides Foundation, reflect the organization’s goals and unwavering commitment to empowering Black-owned businesses in Oakland.

The microgrants are designed to provide vital support for members to strengthen their operations, invest in growth opportunities, or meet pressing needs, Adams added.

As part of this initiative, OAACC leaders are encouraging all grant recipients to inspire their communities to support Oakland-based businesses by shopping locally, sharing referrals, and following their social media pages.

For more information about the OAACC and the organization’s initiatives, please visit www.oaacc.org.

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Port of Oakland to Host January Meeting for Interfaith Council of Alameda County

State, county, and city officials have been invited to join ICAC board members and the community to explore effective strategies for addressing these interconnected challenges across Alameda County, including ICAC’s Safe Car Park program expansion and efforts to convert trailers into shelter for the unhoused.

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The Interfaith Council of Alameda County (ICAC) will hold its first meeting of 2025 on Thursday, Jan. 9, at the Port of Oakland, located at 530 Water St. Hosted by the president of the Port of Oakland, the meeting will run from 1-2:30 p.m. and will focus on pressing community issues including environmental justice, housing solutions, and crime and safety.

All are welcome and encouraged to attend and contribute to this important discussion. For more information, visit interfaithAC.org.