• P.A.E.I - Professional Association of Exporters and Importers
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• OWIT NC - Organization of Women in International Trade Check website for updates
• Monterey Bay International Trade Association (MBITA) - Monterey Bay International Trade Association
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• Norcal W.T.C. - The Northern CaliforniaWorld Trade Center
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• PTA. - Pacific Transportation Association Check Website for updates

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On July 16, 2019, CBFANC Board Member Evey Hwang offered comments to the Oakland City Council regarding the proposed Oakland A's Stadium & residential development at Howard Terminal.  Because there were other agenda items on July 16th, the Howard Terminal issue did not come up at the meeting until about 11 p.m.  When finally given the opportunity to speak, Evey was brief, and concise.  Thank you, Evey, for your hard work and dedication of many hours on behalf of the betterment of our industry.

Click below to see a video of Evey speaking at the Oakland City Council meeting:

https://www.cbfanc.org/docs/EveyHwang-at_Oakland_City_Council.MOV



 

Brenda Barnes, PCC Export Committee Chair, CRCBFA, Portland, OR

Issues of Concern (Issues for Awareness):

1. CBP Outbound:

1. More penalties being issued by CBP for outbound shipments: Update from our last meeting is that what we believed as Jim Swanson and Thomas Overacker could make a call and take care of some of the ridiculous fines and penalties on exports, we were not correct.  There is a law out there that prohibits Tom or Jim to contact any FP&F office and ask for relief.  In fact, if they do conduct any act like it, they are in violation of the law and could lose his job.   
2. Export Advanced Manifests:  COAC’s Export Working Group is focused on getting processes going and will most likely be leading the fight on pushing this issue with the idea that post-departure filing can come back.

Each month we ask a member of our board or an officer of CBFANC to tell a little about themselves.  They kindly answer a list of questions that we hope will give you insight into their  dedication and desire to serve for the greater good on behalf our our industry.
This month, we feature Chris Ramos of KSI Corporation.  Chris is the current President, and a board member..


What was your first job? Mc Donald’s - Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun (try saying that 5 times fast!). At $3.35/hour, with no bills to pay, during my sophomore year in high school – I felt like I was millionaire.
How did you get into the logistics business? I wish I could say I had a plan, but more like I needed a job!
If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be?  Laying on the beach, somewhere in the South Pacific Island, surrounded by family, while sipping a Mai-Tai.
Briefly, what is your goal as a director or officer of CBFANC? World Peace and Prosperity for All!  Kidding aside, my goal is to be able to share ideas and knowledge, amongst all of our membership, on a regular basis, so that we can all benefit and grow from our experiences both individually, as well as collectively.

 

Important News
By Evey Hwang / CBFANC Ocean Committee

 Update on CES Progress:   A year ago July 2018 PCC Logistics became the secondary CES for Oakland Port.   In April 2019 PCC Logistics became the sole Customs Examination Site.   Since early May 2019, CBFANC Customs and Ocean Committees have met with PCC Logistics and CBP to follow up on our concerns regarding the CES and its progress.    Our July 30^th meeting followed up on issues such as exam turnaround times and PCC’s in/out gate charges.    
 
CBFANC membership has been heard.   Effective August 1, 2019, PCC Logistics is effecting a fundamental change to their gate charges.  Of significance, there is opportunity for only one out-gate fee ($80) and no in-gate fees for outside (Broker assigned) truckers arriving with completed interchange documents. 

Pursuant to our meeting, a list of recommended best practices was created.  Please continue reading...

 

 

Location:
Poplar Creek Golf Course
1700 Coyote Point Drive,
San Mateo, CA  94401
CLICK BELOW FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE:
https://www.poplarcreekgolf.com/course/

CLICK BELOW TO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION!
 www.CBFANCGolf.com

CLICK BELOW FOR DIRECTIONS AND MAP:
https://www.poplarcreekgolf.com/contactus/directions/

 

 

Howard Terminal Ballpark news:   The fight continues.  On July 16^th, CBFANC joined members of ILWU, port truckers and other port stakeholders at a City of Oakland City Council general meeting.  CBFANC is a member in the East Oakland Stadium Alliance in efforts to convince the City of Oakland that it should not allow the Oakland As to build a Major League Ballpark at Howard Terminal.   The As organization has done everything it can  to circumvent established review processes to advance their true aspirations – real estate development.   The Bonta Bill AB1191 allows fast-track of state land through BCDC oversight and is expected to pass in Sacramento.   Part of the “deal” requires the City of Oakland’s to do the clean-up of the Howard Terminal site--a location which historically has had heavy industrial use.  Oakland’s governing body was kept in the dark about completed port studies regarding the proposed As stadium.  Further, a brochure containing a prospectus page regarding the ballpark was placed on the agenda of the June 27^th meeting of the SF Bay Conservation & Development Commission (BCDC).  All this is despite the City Council’s having not yet taken a vote on the ballpark!  Who is in charge here?????    http://www.bcdc.ca.gov/seaport/meetings.html
 
The coalition also recently sent formal request to Oakland Port Commissioners for them to seek the engagement of maritime interests.  CBFANC will join other Port stakeholders to voice concerns on the viability of a ballpark within the Port's vicinity.    We will continue our message that maritime interests are not being protected or considered.  
 

 

 

FDA Round Table Session - Registration Requested

FDA Round Table Session Thursday Aug. 15, 2019 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come join us for an EXCITING event with the FDA (Division of West Coast Imports - DWCI) involving key issues and updates, as detailed below.   This is an important session which will enable you to obtain answers to your FDA questions. FDA is requesting a maximum of one attendee per company to encourage a broad range of companies.

FDA DWCI – General updates including personnel FDA HQ update Investigation Branch update Compliance Branch update Support Team update FSVP and VQIP discussion FDA Refusal Process New Filer Evaluation Proposed Outreach

Location: FDA SSF Resident Post 400 Oyster Point Blvd., Suite 111 South San Francisco, CA 94080

Cost: Free to our members Please RSVP ASAP - as space is limited. Info@cbfanc.org   *If you have any specific questions for FDA, please forward with your RSVP.

Raymond Hong

CBFANC Education Event

CBP CEE Managers Address Key Issues

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Do you import and clear any of the following products?

Apparel, Footwear & Textiles

Electronics

Consumer Products

Mass Merchandising

Machinery and parts

Customs CEE Managers will address key issues affecting importers and brokers!

Key topics include:

 Tips to ensure smooth clearance and release of goods

 Top five pitfalls delaying release and costing thousands in storage charges

 Q&A on your day-to-day challenges

Agenda Topics:

 What would you like the CEE Managers to talk about?

 Please email your questions to info@cbfanc.org .

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

8:00 am – 8:30 am Registration

8:30 am to 12:00 pm – CEE Panel Presentation + Discussion

Park Pointe Hotel

245 S. Airport Blvd.

South San Francisco 94080

$65.00 Members; $80.00 Guests; $30 Students

CCS Credit Approved (+$10 fee)

Notice to PierPASS Credit Customers

Effective August 1, 2019, the Traffic Mitigation Fee (TMF) will increase to $32.12 per TEU and $64.24 per FEU. 

Please see the attached Press Release dated June 28, 2019 or click here.
http://www.lacbffa.org/down/eJwFwQEKgCAMAMAXbaYTzX6z1FGUGU0Ien132xi3Lsbofh46!BmohNz46xe@irk3wxTWUIXAiZ@Ax!iAcwogsVriuVhJEe8iP9PIGAU=/PierPASS%20Rate%20Increase%20Press%20Release%20-%2006-28-2019.pdf
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Containers claimed by Credit customers will be billed based on the fee rate in place at the time of the gate transaction.

If you have questions, please contact the Customer Service Center at 877-863-3310

CBFANC is pleased to advise our readers that the SFO Airline Guide has been updated and the new iteration is posted under Links on our website.  This is an extensive and useful list of carriers and cargo handling facilities at SFO.  Many thanks to Chris Kammer, CBFANC Airport  Committee chairman, pictured below, for providing the updates.

Editor's note:  We are continuing to include this article in our newsletter because it contains very important facts about the value of the Port of Oakland as a fully operational maritime port. The proposed development of Howard  Terminal as an A's ballpark threatens the viability of the port and would severely compromise it's future. The port's impact on our industry and the economy of California cannot be understated and it should be protected.

What is the value of the Port of Oakland to the economy of California and the USA?  Many industries and jobs depend on the cargo that flows through the port.  Read Peter Friedmann's letter to the Port of Oakland Board of Commissioners for details.

Representative Jackie Speier met with the CBFANC delegation on April 2nd.  We wish to convey our thanks to Representative Speier for her interest in the issues facing our industry.
Pictured above:  Peter Friedmann aka Our Man in DC, Peter Gong, Chris Ramos, Representative Speier, Sun Wook Lee, Raymond Hong, Evey Hwang, Brenda Custer-Espeleta, and Felicia Addison.