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Port of Hueneme DOCK TALK January 2026 Community Newsletter

by Community Contributor • February 6, 2026 • Comments Off

January 2026

Taking the Helm in 2026: Jason Hodge Voted Board President of the Oxnard Harbor District

Congratulations to Commissioner Jason Hodge on his appointment as President of the Oxnard Harbor District!

Hodge brings experience, institutional knowledge, and a steady leadership approach to the role. As Board President, he will help set strategic priorities, advance the Port’s decarbonization and zero-emissions goals, and champion the Port’s mission in key industry forums. He’ll serve alongside fellow Commissioners Mary Anne Rooney, Jess Herrera, Celina Zacarias, and Jess Ramirez.

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Association of Pacific Ports Winter Conference

Our Community Outreach Specialist Maripas Jacobo had the opportunity to share our S.P.E.E.D. (Sustainability, Prosperity, Education, Equity-Driven) initiative at the annual Association of Pacific Ports (APP) 2026 Winter Conference.

S.P.E.E.D. is a unique workforce development program that takes a whole family approach to expanding access to careers in the maritime and logistics industries. By partnering with local K-12 districts, community colleges, universities, trades, nonprofits, and others, the Port is deploying various programs to provide hands-on learning opportunities, skill development, and long-term career growth.

Maripas shared about how her team designed the program to meet the specific needs of our region to maximize its reach and make a lasting impact.

The Port hopes to inspire other ports along the Pacific Coast to take steps to uplift their surrounding communities through similar programs.

Anacapa Fresh Pallet Jack Donation

On Friday January 23rd, we celebrated with Navy Fleet Reserve Food Pantry as they received a new pallet jack donated by Anacapa Fresh Logistics. Oxnard Harbor District Commissioner Mary Ann Rooney was on the scene with the Port’s Chief Commercial Officer Stacy Lange to mark the occasion and highlight how this equipment will help volunteers safely move heavy loads to operate faster and get families the support they need when and where they need it. A big thank you to Anacapa Fresh Logistics!

Ready, Set, Robot! Port of Hueneme Powers Up Robotics Season at Hueneme High

The Port is proud to sponsor Hueneme High School’s robotics team, the Thunder Vikes, as they prepare to compete in this year’s FIRST Robotics season. The sponsorship reflects the Port’s ongoing commitment to expanding STEM opportunities and building strong career pathways for local students.

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The Port of Hueneme would like to inform the surrounding community of upcoming construction activities that will include pile driving as part of ongoing port improvements. While we will make every effort to minimize noise and impact, you may hear intermittent noise during work hours. We request and appreciate your patience as we complete these important upgrades. Thank you for your cooperation!

UPCOMING EVENTS

SEA SPLASH COLOR DASH 5K & KIDS 1K
& FREE HEALTH/WELLNESS FAIR

Co-hosted by the City of Port Hueneme and the Port of Hueneme, the FREE fair features educational health & wellness booths, a children’s activity area, healthy food vendors, live entertainment, and much more!

Saturday March 21, 2026
Hueneme Beach Park
550 Surfside Drive, Port Hueneme, CA

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