The Southern Waterfront brings together the new and the old of the San Francisco waterfront. Port staff, Commissioners, and community, City, and state partners have worked tirelessly to create a Southern Waterfront that invites more people to experience the waterfront. In this conversation, Port Commission President Kimberly Brandon shares how she became involved with the Port 22 years ago, describes the opportunities and challenges for the Southern Waterfront, and details what she's most excited about for the future. Available now on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Music by Roger Strassner  

The Dynamic Southern Waterfront: A Conversation with Port Commission President Kimberly Brandon

"In the Waterfront Plan, we propose a strategy on how we will adaptively reuse these great assets."  Port of San Francisco Planning and Environment Deputy Director Diane Oshima and Port Development Project Manager David Beaupre discuss the Waterfront Plan update, presented in June 2019. In this conversation with an introduction from Port Executive Director Elaine Forbes, Diane and David describe the Plan and its goals and recount the many public conversations and important partnerships that went into creating the document. Hear about how the Port will address the challenges of sea level rise, resilience, rebuilding the Embarcadero Seawall, rehabilitating the Embarcadero Historic Piers, and maintaining and enhancing the maritime industry and services. Read the Waterfront Plan, provide feedback, and learn more about the process: www.sfport.com/waterfrontplan @SFPort Podcast is available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Music by Roger Strassner

The Future of the Waterfront: A Conversation about the Port's 2019 Waterfront Plan

"California means something in the world... We're not going to back down. We're going to double down." - Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis  California Lieutenant Governor and former Port Commissioner, Eleni Kounalakis returns to the Port of San Francisco for a conversation with Port of San Francisco Executive Director Elaine Forbes. This fascinating conversation touches on how the Port and the State Lands Commission can work together, California’s status in the world, climate change, and being a woman leader. Available now on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play Music, and Stitcher. Music by Roger Strassner

A Conversation between Lieutenant Governor Kounalakis and Executive Director Forbes

"2018 was a very productive year for the Port," confirms Port Executive Director Elaine Forbes. Hear more from Executive Director Forbes in the podcast as she discusses Port achievements and milestones from 2018 and looks ahead to 2019.  Music by Roger Strassner

Port Executive Director's Message, Winter 2019

The San Francisco waterfront will be crucial for citywide response and recovery after a disaster. In the podcast, Port of San Francisco Executive Director Elaine Forbes discusses the infrastructure improvements and emergency management strategies that will protect residents.  Music by Roger Strassner

Port Executive Director's Message, Fall 2018

The Port of San Francisco recently released a Request for Interest on how San Francisco's one-of-a-kind historic piers can be activated and preserved for the public. In the podcast, Port Executive Director Elaine Forbes discusses this remarkable opportunity. Music by Roger Strassner

Port Executive Director's Message, Summer 2018

What can a port accomplish in 365 days? A lot! In the podcast, Port Executive Director Elaine Forbes discusses the Port's many important accomplishments over the past year. Music by Roger Strassner

Port Executive Director's Message, Spring 2018

Port Executive Director Elaine Forbes recounts personal stories of Mayor Lee and his tireless support for the Port and the City of San Francisco. Music by Roger Strassner

Port Executive Director's Message, Winter 2018

The unique assets at Pier 70 are taking on new life in a multi-faceted project that will include open space, affordable housing, and retail space. Director Forbes discusses this impressive project.

Port Executive Director's Message, Fall 2017

The development of new and improved ferry landings will benefit the environment, create jobs, prepare for emergencies and help safely move the growing population around the region. Director Forbes discusses the exciting ferry terminal expansions underway in San Francisco.

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