Volume 172 | April 24, 2020
Monterey Harbor
Harbor News
April 24 2020
Harbor Banner 2013
Monterey Harbor Work boat Dry Dock
Work boat 373 is undergoing much needed maintenance and repairs. Monterey Bay Boat Works and Harbor staff have been hard at work on Work boat 373. We are hoping to launch next week and have her back in action.
Old Fisherman's Wharf Maintenance
Harbor Maintenance Staff, Streets, and Public Works teams up to take on Wharf 1, Old Fisherman's Wharf deck repairs. The City of Monterey is taking advantage of the "Shelter in Place" time period to facilitate much needed repairs of Old Fisherman's Wharf deck areas.
Coast Guard Pier Launch Ramp Preconstruction Notice
Work on the boat launch ramp at the Coast Guard Pier will commence on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 and is expected to last for about two weeks.

See the attached map of the site, the yellow line shows the perimeter of the construction fence. The fence will block the launch ramp and block access to the Public Dock and access to the ADA ramp. No other impact is expected beyond the construction perimeter fencing. There maybe a couple parking spaces in the launch ramp parking lot just west of the perimeter to make sure there is ample room for vehicles and fire trucks to move around.

There will be full access for businesses and facilities other than the boat launch ramp and ADA ramp to the public dock.
Covid-19 Shelter in Place Orders

MONTEREY HARBOR LAUNCH RAMPS CLOSED
City of Monterey is temporarily closing both boat launch ramps during the Shelter in Place orders

We must all do our part to slow the spread of the Covid-19 virus and “flatten the curve” to prevent our healthcare system from being critically overloaded. County and State Shelter in Place orders are requiring that people practice social distancing outside. As part of the social distancing practices, health officials are urging people to avoid crowded areas.

In order to reduce the number of people congregating in public areas, the City of Monterey’s boat launch ramps will be closed to recreational boat traffic. The closure is temporary and will be end when the County of Monterey and California State Shelter in Place orders are lifted.

This closure will not apply to commercial fishing vessels with valid FG numbers.
Due to the Monterey County Shelter in Place order over concerns of the spread of Covid-19, the City of Monterey has closed all non-essential offices. http:/www.monterey.org/coronavirus

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE THE HARBOR OFFICE IS CLOSED

We currently have reduced staffing but there will be Harbor staff available 24/7. If you are a visiting boat or need assistance, call 831-594-7760 . For emergencies, dial 911 .

We ask that you please pay your bill online at http:/www.monterey.org/harbor . Click on “pay my marina/harbor account” on the left side of the webpage, the invoice # is your account number on your bill. If you do not have access to the internet you can mail a check made out the City of Monterey to: Harbormaster’s Office, 250 Figueroa St., Monterey, CA 93940 .

We’re sorry for the inconvenience and we hope that you and your loved ones stay safe during this global emergency.
California Boating License Information
This year if you are 35 years old or under in 2020 you are required to have obtained a CALIFORNIA BOATER CARD if you operate a vessel in open or lake waters in California. Special Note: if you are a current USCG Operator with a valid CPR Certificate then you are exempt from the Cal Boater Card program.


To obtain your Cal Boater Card click on the link below:


This is a complete online course covering nine major topics that apply to every boater. The cost is $10.00 to register and $29.95 for the training program and Certification Card. You can stop and start the online course making it convenient for everyone.

Next year the minimum age changes to 40 years and under, please refer to the chart above. We would ask you to consider taking the course whether you are in the required age group or not. We can promise you there is information in the course that will be enlightening for all boaters.