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Howard Terminal Project for A’s Dealt Blow as State Commission Opposes Shoreline Development

During four and a half hours of discussion, speakers and sub-committee members considered various complex issues having to do with the uses and need for Howard Terminal, the proposed site of the development. The recommendation of the subcommittee will go to the BCDC, which will make the final decision.

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4 years ago

March 19, 2022

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By Post Staff

The Seaport Planning Advisory Committee (SPAC) on Wednesday voted 5-4-1 to oppose the request to remove the port priority use designation from Howard Terminal at the Port of Oakland, which would be necessary before billionaire John Fisher’s luxury real estate, ballpark and office development could go forward.

The SPAC is a subcommittee of the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC), a state agency which protects the Bay. During four and a half hours of discussion, speakers and sub-committee members considered various complex issues having to do with the uses and need for Howard Terminal, the proposed site of the development. The recommendation of the subcommittee will go to the BCDC, which will make the final decision.

During the discussion, some committee members were concerned that the development would take away space at the Port that is necessary for Port operations. One of the considerations was what is the likely rate of growth for the Oakland Port in coming years.

Oddly, the executive director of the Oakland Port argued that Oakland’s rate of growth was likely to be “slow,” meaning that Howard Terminal was less likely to be needed. Some of the public participants in the Zoom meeting found it surprising to hear the executive director of the Port denigrating his agency, arguing that the Port he is charged with leading has had “slow growth” and will continue to have “slow growth” in spite of demand for expansion of Port capacity around the world and the serious supply chain issues facing global transport.

Observers attempting to explain this anomaly thought perhaps it was related to the fact that Mayor Libby Schaaf is the executive director’s ultimate boss, and she is avidly pushing for the Fisher development.

Future dates in this process:

April 1: Staff Report Released
April 21: Commission Briefing in Cargo Forecast
May 5: BCDC Public Hearing
June 2: BCDC Public Vote

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Financial Wellness and Mental Health: Managing Money Stress in College 

While everyone’s financial situation is unique, several common sources of stress have the potential to strain your financial health. These include financial and economic uncertainty, existing debts, unexpected expenses, and mental or physical health changes. Financial stress may differ from situation to situation, but understanding the factors contributing to yours may help you begin to craft a plan for your unique circumstances.

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As a college student, managing financial responsibilities can be stressful.

If you’ve found yourself staying up late thinking about your finances or just feeling anxious overall about your financial future, you’re not alone. In one survey, 78% of college students who reported financial stress had negative impacts on their mental health, and 59% considered dropping out. While finances can impact overall stress, taking steps to manage your finances can support your mental, emotional and physical well-being.

When it comes to money, the sources of stress may look different for each student, but identifying the underlying causes and setting goals accordingly may help you feel more confident about your financial future.

Consider these strategies to help improve your financial wellness and reduce stress.

Understand what causes financial stress

2. Determine your financial priorities

Start by reflecting on your financial priorities. For students this often includes paying for school or paying off student loans, studying abroad, saving for spring break, building an emergency fund, paying down credit card debt or buying a car. Name the milestones that are most important to you, and plan accordingly.

3. Create a plan and stick to it

While setting actionable goals starts you on the journey to better financial health, it’s essential to craft a plan to follow through. Identifying and committing to a savings plan may give you a greater sense of control over your finances, which may help reduce your stress. Creating and sticking to a budget allows you to better track where your money is going so you may spend less and save more.

4. Pay down debt

Many students have some form of debt and want to make progress toward reducing their debt obligations. One option is the debt avalanche method, which focuses on paying off your debt with the highest interest rate first, then moving on to the debt with the next-highest interest rate. Another is the debt snowball method, which builds momentum by paying off your smallest debt balance, and then working your way up to the largest amounts.

5. Build your financial resilience

Some financial stress may be inevitable, but building financial resilience may allow you to overcome obstacles more easily. The more you learn about managing your money, for instance, the more prepared you’ll feel if the unexpected happens. Growing your emergency savings also may increase resilience since you’ll be more financially prepared to cover unexpected expenses or pay your living expenses.

6. Seek help and support

Many colleges have resources to help students experiencing financial stress, like financial literacy courses or funds that provide some assistance for students in need. Talk to your admissions counselor or advisor about your concerns, and they can direct you to sources of support. Your school’s counseling center can also be a great resource for mental health assistance if you’re struggling with financial stress.

The bottom line

Financial stress can affect college students’ health and wellbeing, but it doesn’t have to derail your dreams. Setting smart financial goals and developing simple plans to achieve them may help ease your stress. Revisit and adjust your plan as needed to ensure it continues to work for you, and seek additional support on campus as needed to help keep you on track.

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