Ask the Port: The Search for a San Diego Chargers Stadium

Wednesday, 16 September 2009

Ask the Port is a video feature in which Port of San Diego representatives answer questions from the general public about the Port, Port projects and how facets of the organization function throughout the district.



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New Urban Trees Exhibit Premieres

Tuesday, 15 September 2009

There’s a new “crop” of Urban Trees along the North Embarcadero of San Diego Bay. The Urban Trees 6 “plantings” include sculptures of an American eagle to thank our nation's troops, man’s best friend to remind people that dogs bring joy, and a giant popcorn box filled with chickens to bring smiles to passersby.

The 30 trees from 30 artists range from serious to lighthearted, whimsical to abstract. What many have in common is that they are kinetic, attracting attention as they move with the wind.

Port of San Diego to Dedicate New System for Generating Energy

Contact: John Gilmore (619) 686-7206 Monday, 14 September 2009

The Port of San Diego is set to dedicate its new photovoltaic system, which has more than 100 solar panels that are helping generate power for the Port Administration Building on Pacific Highway. The system is designed to provide a clean, renewable energy source and decrease the Port’s carbon footprint.

The dedication will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, beginning at 10 a.m. atop the Port Administration Building’s annex, at 3165 Pacific Highway.

Royal Caribbean International Announces New Cruises Leaving From the Port of San Diego

Contact: Contacts: Marguerite Elicone (619) 686-6281 Friday, 11 September 2009

San Diego has a new seasonal homeport ship that will be offering Mexican Riviera cruises and West Coast cruises from the Port of San Diego.  Royal Caribbean International's Radiance of the Seas will begin the new itineraries on September 25, 2009.  The new cruises will run until May 2010.

Palm Avenue Street End Project Honored with Public Works Award

Contact: Marguerite Elicone (619) 686-6281 Friday, 11 September 2009

The San Diego & Imperial Counties Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) has selected a Port of San Diego project as “Project of the Year.”

The Palm Avenue Street End project, a $3 million public works project in the City of Imperial Beach, was awarded the honor at the Association’s monthly meeting, held on Sept. 10 at the Handlery Hotel and Resort in San Diego.