Public Invited to Enjoy a Cup of Coffee with Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department
Contact: Gabriella Rodriguez, 619.904.2137, grodriguez@portofsandiego.org
The Port of San Diego Harbor Police Department invites the public to join them for coffee, pastries and conversation at an upcoming Coffee with a Cop event on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m. at Portside Pier located at 1360 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101.
Those who stop by can enjoy a free cup of coffee and pastries. The Harbor Police is committed to community policing and fostering meaningful relationships with the people who live around, work on, and visit the San Diego Bay waterfront. Through open dialogue and collaborative partnerships, Harbor Police strives to build trust, enhance public safety, and create a welcoming environment throughout the waterfront.
As the law enforcement agency for the Port of San Diego, Harbor Police works closely with federal, state, and local partners to help safeguard the region’s waterfront, maritime operations, and public spaces. While Harbor Police vigilantly patrols the bay, officers also rely on people who work, live and play along the waterfront to help prevent crimes and ensure the bay is a safe place to visit. Events like Coffee with a Cop help to build trust and strengthen relationships between officers and community members and showcase career opportunities within Harbor Police.
This event is part of a larger Coffee with a Cop program held across the United States and around the world, with the goal of breaking down barriers between police officers and the citizens they serve.
For additional information, please contact Officer Danny Madara at dmadara@portofsandiego.org or 619.455.44734.
ABOUT THE PORT OF SAN DIEGO
The Port of San Diego serves the people of California as a specially created district, balancing multiple uses on 34 miles along San Diego Bay spanning five cities. Collecting no tax dollars, the Port manages a diverse portfolio to generate revenues that support vital public services and amenities.
The Port champions Maritime, Waterfront Development, Public Safety, Experiences and Environment, all focused on enriching the relationship people and businesses have with our dynamic waterfront. From cargo and cruise terminals to hotels and restaurants, from marinas to museums, from 23 public parks to countless events, the Port contributes to the region’s prosperity and remarkable way of life on a daily basis.
ABOUT PORT OF SAN DIEGO PUBLIC SAFETY
Port of San Diego Public Safety protects and oversees the safety of our dynamic San Diego Bay waterfront—land and sea.
Port Public Safety is responsible for safeguarding waterfront parks and land, maintaining homeland security and collaborating with agency partners to deter crime locally and abroad. Through the Harbor Police Department, the Port provides for the safety of our communities and resources along San Diego Bay and at San Diego International Airport, and is seen as a global leader in maritime and aviation public safety.