Port Commission OK’s funding for cruise terminal, piers

The new James R. Herman cruise terminal at Pier 27. Photo by Geri Koeppel.
The new James R. Herman cruise terminal at Pier 27. Photo by Geri Koeppel.

OFFICIAL BCNA NEWS

As the Port’s year-long celebration of its 150th anniversary is drawing to a close, the Port’s huge solo project — a new cruise terminal for the city — is moving toward completion and opening for business in the Fall.

The Port Commission must do its part in building the state-of-the-art James R. Herman Cruise Terminal — authorizing financing — and did so at its March 25th meeting. Continue Reading→

Port Commission clears way for affordable housing in area

OFFICIAL BCNA NEWS

The Port Commission approved one of the milestones leading to the affordable housing development planned by the Port and the City for Seawall Lot 322.1, near Broadway and The Embarcadero, at its March 11 meeting.

A key item on the agenda, it is a Memorandum of Understanding between the Port and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development.  The MOU has a three-year term, with a one-year extension, and moves the proposal forward. Continue Reading→