The City is bringing in a new dedicated security guard service along with midweek paid parking at Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal, starting February 3. To offset the cost of the new security service, parking will cost $3 per day on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. https://alamedapost.com/news/seaplane-lagoon-ferry-terminal-security-midweek-paid-parking/
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From colorful splashes of lichen, to intricate geometric walls of barnacles, Alameda Point is teeming with dazzling natural displays. Richard Bangert shares a stunning photo essay of the flora and fauna that call this island "Home." https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/artistic-natural-landscapes-seldom-noticed-alameda-point/
#alameda #AlamedaPoint #environment #photography #SeaplaneLagoon
More than 1 million passengers have now traveled on the Alameda Seaplane ferry route connecting Alameda Point to Downtown San Francisco since the route’s launch on July 1, 2021. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-seaplane-ferry-route-celebrates-1-million-riders/
The Philippine Mars took one last stop at its former base, NAS Alameda. After a short stay, the flying boat took off for its final destination, the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson, Arizona. Photos by Maurice Ramirez and Richard Bangert. https://alamedapost.com/news/historic-flying-boat-philippine-mars-receives-water-salute-from-afd/
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The weekend's king tide washed a rainbow of colored plastic and small white pellets ashore at Seaplane Lagoon. Richard Bangert documents and describes the event, "...degrading Styrofoam products in our waterways was displayed like a communique from Mother Nature saying, 'Here’s your garbage back.'" https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/king-tide-storms-litter-beaches-rainbow-trash/
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On October 1, City Council held a study session on development strategies for the Enterprise District, an Alameda Point zone envisioned for job generation. "The City plans an aggressive marketing campaign, including direct outreach to businesses," reports Karin K. Jensen.
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What's that in the sky? Oakland-based vertical dance innovator BANDALOOP comes to Alameda Point for a series of three performances as part of Alameda’s 'Rising Tides' public arts initiative. See them Thursday through Saturday, September 26-28.
https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/vertical-dance-troupe-bandaloop-to-dance-on-hangar-25/
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The City of Alameda is joining forces with three of Alameda’s most prominent arts organizations to present 'Rising Tides,' a year-long series of arts experiences and performances designed to harness the power of public art to connect with people and inspire action around climate change.
https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/rising-tides-a-year-of-art-experiences-and-performances/
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We continue our exploration into Alameda Point's history with a look at the Alameda Naval Air Station. Dennis Evanosky describes the architecture, "When you admire these buildings, don’t miss Pegasus, the winged horse that stands for bravery, success in battle, protection, duty, and commitment."
https://alamedapost.com/history/the-navy-builds-an-air-station/
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On May 7, City Council received an update on the City’s approach to preventing and enforcing unpermitted sideshow events at Alameda Point. Karin K. Jensen relays the multi-faceted strategies and reports that the Council would like to further explore the purchase of drones to be used by APD.
https://alamedapost.com/news/how-the-city-is-preventing-sideshows-and-plans-to-step-up-enforcement/
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