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San Francisco Port Commission Meeting – October 20, 2026

Port Commission — Tuesday, October 20, 2026
BodySan Francisco, California
SessionPort Commission
DateTuesday, October 20, 2026
StatusFILED
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Speaker numbers apply only to this recording. Names come from transcript evidence. “Possibly” marks uncertain attribution.

Speaker 1

0:00

Twenty thirl call, please.

Speaker 2

0:02

This is a meeting of the San Francisco Port Commission for October twentieth, twenty twenty-six.

0:07

Roll call Vice President Ken McNeely.

Speaker 1

0:10

Present.

Speaker 2

0:11

Commissioner Willie Adams.

Speaker 1

0:13

Here.

Speaker 2

0:13

Commissioner Vanessa Hardigan.

0:15

Here.

0:16

President Stephen English and Commissioner Rich Lee are absent today.

0:20

Item two is approval of minutes for the September fifteenth, twenty twenty-six Port Commission meeting.

Speaker 1

0:27

Commissioners, is there a motion to approve the minutes?

0:29

So moved.

0:30

Uh would you have a second?

Speaker 3

0:32

Second.

Speaker 1

0:33

All in favor.

0:34

Aye.

0:34

Any opposed?

0:36

Motion passes unanimously.

0:38

The minutes of September fifteenth, twenty twenty-six meetings are adopted.

0:43

Uh item number three.

Speaker 2

0:45

Item three is public comment on executive session.

Speaker 1

0:48

Is there any public comment in the room for executive session?

0:53

Hearing none.

1:21

So

Speaker 4

1:22

moved.

Speaker 1

1:22

Second.

Speaker 3

1:24

Second.

Speaker 1

1:24

All in favor.

Speaker 3

1:26

Aye.

Speaker 1

1:27

Any opposed?

1:29

Most and motion passes.

Speaker 5

35:43

SF Gov TV.

35:45

San Francisco government television.

Unassigned speaker

46:51

The

Speaker 2

46:52

San Francisco Port Commission acknowledges that we are on the unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramatusaloni who are the original inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula.

47:02

As the indigenous stewards of this land and in accordance with their traditions, the Ramatishaloni have never ceded, lost, nor forgotten their responsibilities as the caretakers of this place, as well as for all peoples who reside in their traditional territory.

47:16

We recognize that we benefit from living and working on their traditional homeland.

47:32

Item seven is announcements.

47:34

Please silence all cell phones and sound producing devices.

47:46

Comments must relate to the current agenda item.

47:48

Public comment will be taken in person first, then remotely.

Speaker 6

50:01

I'm experiencing respiratory symptoms in those bleeds requiring medical evaluation, and I do not know their cause, but persistent buff overrides surfaces, unidentified ground treatment, and runoff toward the wetlands warranted an investigation, so do pavement depressions, apparent erosion, historical fill and report

Speaker 7

50:20

sewage and chlorine and to

Speaker 6

50:22

my record requests remain inadequately answered, uh inadequately answered.

50:27

An officer told me the port had photographs documenting my vehicle and threatening towing.

50:32

I had already requested photographs previously.

50:36

If photographs are being relied upon to justify enforcement, please disclose responsive records or explain any lawful holding.

50:43

Provided request by request, accounting of outstanding searches and production dates, including historical, environmental, and site work records.

50:51

I also request updated personal property training for port employees, public work staff, contractors, and coordination with police.

50:59

Levant versus City of Los Angeles recognizes constitutional protections for unabandoned belongings, temporarily unattended, does not automatically mean abandoned.

51:08

Procedures must address lawful removal, notice documentation, notice documentation, uh storage and retrieval with applicable exceptions.

51:17

Please explain how property protections were applied during vegetation clearing just recently, mulch and cardboard placement and removal of my friend's sculpture near personal and memorial areas.

51:28

Um identify the precise authority, alleged violations, and applicable signage notice and hearing requirements.

51:36

Please clarify whether enforcement concerns, parking duration, registration or another ground.

51:42

Um repeated warnings should not substitute for a clear explanation.

51:46

Please review the photographing uh filming and enforcement contracts.

51:51

I have reported.

51:52

I feel harassed and monitored.

51:54

I am asking you to establish their purpose and authorization, ensure there is no retaliation for requesting records or making complaints.

52:02

Uh preserve photographs, recordings, dispatch records, communications, and work orders.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Procedural███████████████████████████████31%
Public Comment██████████████████████22%
Public Works███████████████15%
Land Acknowledgement███3%
El Nino Planning███3%
Public Safety███3%
Workforce Development███3%
Fleet Week██2%
Waterfront Resilience██2%
Summary of Proceedings

San Francisco Port Commission Meeting – October 20, 2026

The San Francisco Port Commission convened on October 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. (Pacific) under Vice President Ken McNeely, with Commissioners Willie Adams and Vanessa Hardigan present; President Stephen English and Commissioner Rich Lee were absent. The meeting included approval of previous minutes, an executive session, the Executive Director’s report, several informational presentations on dry dock disposal, Pier 68/70 redevelopment planning, and Piers 30-32 feasibility, as well as approval of a consent calendar and a no-fee workforce training license.

Consent Calendar

  • Approved unanimously: Resolutions 2648–2652, including leases (Pilot Thomas Logistics, Everett & Jones BBQ amendment), park transfers at Hunters Point Shipyard, MOUs with SFPUC for office and shed space at Piers 19, 23, and Seawall Lot 318, and the 2027 Port Commission calendar.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Open Public Comment (non-agenda): A caller (Calla/Rudy Ortega) raised concerns about port enforcement actions, records requests, and property protections. The Executive Director responded that legal staff are reviewing the issues but noted that camping on port property is illegal under port code.
  • Item 12B – SF Heat License: Several speakers expressed strong support:
    • Dr. Saida Leatzitufu Birch, a Bayview resident and workforce development strategist, endorsed the program for its focus on historically underserved communities.
    • Stella Pine (Port Government Affairs) relayed a message from District 10 Supervisor Shamann Walton’s office, supporting the license as a way to rebuild local job pathways.
    • Tana Hearts (co-owner, SF Heat, 40-year operating engineer) urged passage to provide opportunities for Black and brown residents.
    • Trisha Gregory (co-owner, SF Heat) noted the importance of training local residents for CDL and union jobs.
    • One caller (Rudy Ortega) questioned site safety, environmental conditions, and oversight, asking for inspection records and environmental determination.
  • Item 12C – Piers 30-32 Feasibility: David Lewis opposed the project, citing traffic, parking, and view obstruction. Rudy Ortega asked about environmental investigation, cleanup responsibilities, and public review documents.

Discussion Items

  • Executive Director’s Report (Michael Martin):
    • Fleet Week 2026: Approximately 462,000 visitors, a 25% increase from 2025 and a 9% increase from 2024 (when military fully participated). The Port played a larger role than ever.
    • El Niño Preparations: More than 30 extreme king tide events are predicted (normal winter: <10). All-hands planning is underway, including temporary flood walls, procurement coordination, outreach to tenants, and interagency warning systems. A detailed report will be given on November 10.
    • AAPA Conference: 950 attendees from 93 ports; Port focused on Blue Economy, Water Resources Development Act, and building coalitions.
    • Fisherman’s Wharf Ice Rink: A 6,300 sq ft outdoor rink opening November 4, expected to draw over 50,000 skaters through January 18, 2027.
    • Demolition Projects: Completed demolition of Pier 60 (Mission Creek) and removed ancillary buildings/rail sheds at Pier 90 grain silos (using ARPA funds). Final fencing at Pier 90 by end of October.
    • Ferry Building: Fully leased with new restaurant Lucania opening in early November. Exterior lighting and gateway signage upgrades nearly complete.
    • Crane Cove Park: Increased reports of unleashed dogs will be addressed with new signage, increased patrols, and longer-term infrastructure improvements.
  • Dry Dock No. 2 & Eureka Disposal (Item 11A):
    • Emergency stabilization repairs (welded steel patches, dewatering pumps, crane removal, supplemental mooring) reached substantial completion; contract extended to spring 2027 due to El Niño.
    • Three disposal alternatives analyzed; staff recommend dismantling in the Bay Area using Mare Island grave docks via a design-build contract.
    • Total appropriations: $61.2 million; recommended plan: $39.2 million; $12 million remaining for soft costs.
    • Commissioners expressed support for the recommended approach, with Commissioner Adams noting the shipyard’s historical significance and the need for careful, safe demolition.
  • Pier 68/70 Solicitation (Item 12A):
    • Informational presentation on a proposed solicitation for a development partner to redevelop the 15-acre former shipyard site (after dry dock removal).
    • Challenges include deteriorated historic buildings, outdated utilities, and high costs. Opportunities include strong surrounding market, 6.2 MW power allocation, and berths for maritime uses.
    • Required outcomes: implement Waterfront Plan, historic preservation, shoreline defense, maintain port control of berthing. Desirable outcomes: lease-back spaces for port operations and Blue Economy tenants; complementary to existing investments (Crane Cove Park, 28-acre site); realistic financing; local hiring.
    • Commissioners expressed enthusiasm for the site’s potential, with Commissioner Adams asking about uses (ferries not feasible due to depth; Blue Economy startups likely) and Commissioner McNeely praising the presentation.
  • SF Heat Workforce Training License (Item 12B):
    • Approved resolution 2653 authorizing a no-fee, month-to-month license (up to 6 months) for 94,000 sq ft at Pier 94 for commercial truck driving and heavy equipment training.
    • Training limited to 2 hours/day, 3 days/week (8 a.m.–noon). Either party may terminate with 30 days’ notice. Port retains flexibility for maritime operations.
    • Commissioners noted the public benefit and alignment with Port equity and economic development goals.
  • Piers 30-32 Feasibility Analysis (Item 12C):
    • Six strategies evaluated to close the estimated $125 million infrastructure gap:
      • Alternative construction (option B: three stories, adds 100,000 sq ft of office efficiently).
      • Scope reduction (up to $37 million in cost savings).
      • Phasing of community benefits (pool remains a priority; exploring philanthropic funding).
      • Impact fee reductions from city adjustments (savings of ~$20 million).
      • Regulatory streamlining (potential $1 million and 9-month savings).
      • Office market improvement (trophy building rents recovering).
    • Despite progress, the project remains infeasible without a large anchor tenant. Strata and Port staff will return in 18 months with an updated schedule of performance.

Key Outcomes

  • Approved minutes of September 15, 2026 (unanimous).
  • Approved Consent Calendar (Resolutions 2648–2652, unanimous).
  • Approved Resolution 2653 authorizing the no-fee license with SF Heat (unanimous).
  • Voted to hold closed executive session for attorney-client privileged matters; reconvened without disclosure of discussions.
  • Adjourned at 5:25 p.m. in memory of Executive Director Michael Martin’s father.

Meeting Transcript

Twenty thirl call, please. This is a meeting of the San Francisco Port Commission for October twentieth, twenty twenty-six. Roll call Vice President Ken McNeely. Present. Commissioner Willie Adams. Here. Commissioner Vanessa Hardigan. Here. President Stephen English and Commissioner Rich Lee are absent today. Item two is approval of minutes for the September fifteenth, twenty twenty-six Port Commission meeting. Commissioners, is there a motion to approve the minutes? So moved. Uh would you have a second? Second. All in favor. Aye. Any opposed? Motion passes unanimously. The minutes of September fifteenth, twenty twenty-six meetings are adopted. Uh item number three. Item three is public comment on executive session. Is there any public comment in the room for executive session? Hearing none. So moved. Second. Second. All in favor. Aye. Any opposed? Most and motion passes. SF Gov TV. San Francisco government television. The San Francisco Port Commission acknowledges that we are on the unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramatusaloni who are the original inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula. As the indigenous stewards of this land and in accordance with their traditions, the Ramatishaloni have never ceded, lost, nor forgotten their responsibilities as the caretakers of this place, as well as for all peoples who reside in their traditional territory. We recognize that we benefit from living and working on their traditional homeland. Item seven is announcements. Please silence all cell phones and sound producing devices. Comments must relate to the current agenda item. Public comment will be taken in person first, then remotely. I'm experiencing respiratory symptoms in those bleeds requiring medical evaluation, and I do not know their cause, but persistent buff overrides surfaces, unidentified ground treatment, and runoff toward the wetlands warranted an investigation, so do pavement depressions, apparent erosion, historical fill and report sewage and chlorine and to my record requests remain inadequately answered, uh inadequately answered. An officer told me the port had photographs documenting my vehicle and threatening towing. I had already requested photographs previously. If photographs are being relied upon to justify enforcement, please disclose responsive records or explain any lawful holding. Provided request by request, accounting of outstanding searches and production dates, including historical, environmental, and site work records. I also request updated personal property training for port employees, public work staff, contractors, and coordination with police. Levant versus City of Los Angeles recognizes constitutional protections for unabandoned belongings, temporarily unattended, does not automatically mean abandoned.

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