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Commissioners discuss FEMA flood insurance, Port Revolving Loan Fund changes and OSHA concerns
Summary
Commission members discussed legislative issues affecting ports—FEMA flood insurance and changes to the Port Revolving Loan Fund—and emphasized strengthening safety culture and addressing OSHA compliance challenges.
During commissioner updates the board discussed multiple external issues affecting port operations, including FEMA flood insurance changes and recent modifications to the Port Revolving Loan Fund that could affect future funding and insurance exposure. The commission emphasized the need to monitor legislative developments that could affect port finances and insurance requirements.
Members also stressed enhancing safety culture at the port and noted ongoing OSHA-related challenges; staff listed reviewing the safety handbook and facility-use agreements among future agenda items to address compliance and worker/tenant safety concerns.
