Esmeralda M Correa

The meeting included the presentation of service awards to various court and port employees. The commissioners reviewed the first-year progress of the strategic plan, focusing on operational efficiency, fiscal sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and infrastructure. Updates were provided on the strategic framework, the implementation of core values, and the tracking of various goals and milestones, including the completion of a stakeholder mapping exercise and cross-departmental connections.

This Wildfire Mitigation Plan for the Port of Stockton aims to reduce the probability of its electric supply system causing wildfires and enhance grid resiliency. Key areas addressed include identifying wildfire risks and drivers, outlining preventative strategies such as design and construction standards, vegetation management, inspections, and deenergization protocols. The plan also details roles and responsibilities for wildfire prevention, response, and recovery, alongside metrics for evaluating performance and continuous improvement.

The committee meeting included several port updates, such as community engagement activities, educational support for local students, a tour of the facility for STEM and workforce development, and recent infrastructure project submissions. Additionally, updates were provided regarding the implementation of the EPA Clean Ports grant, which focuses on zero-emission cargo handling equipment, charging infrastructure, and workforce development. The session also included a discussion on the development of a strategic communications plan for the port, with a focus on improving transparency and responsiveness to community feedback.

The board meeting agenda includes authorizations for travel to the AAPA Annual Convention, approval of Right-of-Way certification documents, and the appointment of commissioned pilots. Furthermore, the board will address financial matters including authorized signatories for various financial institutions, amendments to construction management contracts, and the presentation of a report on district vacancies, recruitments, and retention. Additionally, the commission will consider the operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, adoption of administrative salary schedules, the capital improvement plan, and the execution of master services agreements with engineering firms. The meeting will also include a closed session regarding a potential real property transaction.

The meeting centered on proposed amendments to the Port's general tariff number one and terminal tariff number five, specifically regarding consumer price index (CPI) and labor-based rate adjustments for the upcoming fiscal year. The discussion covered a 2.9% CPI-related rate increase, adjustments to labor rates for international longshore and warehouse union activities, and various language amendments to the tariffs for clarity, including the cancellation of the ships' pilot detention time charge. These measures were intended to ensure the district remains current with labor costs, operational expenses, and business practices.