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Port of Oakland’s landmark deal for ex-Army Base gets first OK

November 10, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – November 10, 2017: A long-held vision to revitalize this city’s decommissioned Army base is nearer reality at the Port of Oakland.  Port Commissioners have given initial approval to a landmark deal with CenterPoint Properties for a logistics center at the former base.  The tentative agreement caps nearly 15 years of planning for the… Read More

Jack London Square hosts Bay Area Black Music Association Jazz Festival

November 8, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – November 8, 2017: Jack London Square welcomes the Bay Area Black Music Association Jazz Festival this Saturday from Noon to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The Black Music Association (BMA) event will feature several Bay Area performers including Bo Henderson, Grammy award-winning former lead singer of… Read More

Jack London Square invites public for festive, pre-holiday shopping

November 2, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – November 2, 2017: With the holidays just around the corner, Jack London Square features local artisans and crafters at two events, Patchwork Fall Show, Nov. 4, and Jack of All Trades Nov. 11. “These shows support small businesses by providing a beautiful venue for local makers and vendors at the Oakland waterfront,” said… Read More

City, Port of Oakland work with neighbors to get trucks on track

Oakland, Calif. – Nov. 2, 2017: City and Port of Oakland officials are meeting with neighbors to hear concerns about big rig traffic on streets in West Oakland.  The agencies say they anticipate a new West Oakland Truck Management Plan by the fall of 2018 that will address trucking problems in the area. The goal:… Read More

Port of Oakland appoints first African American woman Board Secretary

November 1, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – Nov. 1, 2017: Port of Oakland Commissioners have selected their first African American – and woman – Secretary of the Board.  The Board of Port Commissioners last week named Daria Edgerly to the position.  She had been serving as Acting Secretary of the Board.   The position is an important one at the… Read More

Port of Oakland freight-hauler steps up drive to clear the air

October 26, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – October 26, 2017: A second Port of Oakland freight-hauler is joining the effort this month to clear the air. Trucking and warehousing specialist Impact Transportation said today that it’s spending more than $1 million on cleaner cargo-handling equipment.  The company said it’s buying nine new forklifts plus a yard tractor to reduce diesel… Read More

Jack London Square to draw thousands of visitors for Boo! Bark, Brews + Bites

October 25, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – October 25, 2017: Jack London Square welcomes puppies, pooches and their owners for Halloween festivities at the Oakland waterfront this Saturday. The third annual Boo! Bark, Brews + Bites treats pets and their humans to tricks, frights and delights from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 7,000 visitors are expected to attend… Read More

Jack London Square hosts TURFinc Dance Battle 2017 finale

October 18, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – October 18, 2017: Jack London Square is home to the final round of the Oakland grown, urban dance competition Turfin vs. the World Dance Battle III. The family friendly festival is Saturday, Oct. 21, noon to 7 p.m. It is free and open to the public. “I’m excited to bring turfing, an… Read More

Bay Day celebration offers music, kayaking, eco-information and art at Jack London Square

October 5, 2017

Oakland, CA (Oct. 5, 2017) – Jack London Square will be home to the second annual Bay Day this Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM. Bay Day, established by the non-profit Save The Bay, is dedicated to connecting Bay Area communities with the unique environment of San Francisco Bay and helping them learn more about… Read More

Two Port of Oakland Commissioners get new 4-year terms

October 4, 2017

Oakland, Calif. – Oct. 4, 2017:  Port of Oakland Commissioners Michael Colbruno and Earl Hamlin have been given new 4-year terms by Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf.  The Mayor re-nominated both men to the Board of Port Commissioners last week.  They were officially re-appointed by Oakland’s City Council last night. Mr. Colbruno and Mr. Hamlin are… Read More