[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 56 (Tuesday, May 7, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S3951]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               OXNARD HARBOR DISTRICT'S 65TH ANNIVERSARY

 Mrs. BOXER. Madam President, the Oxnard Harbor District's 
Annual National Maritime Day Celebration will be particularly special 
this year, as the event will also recognize the district's 65th 
Anniversary on May 10, 2002.
  Created in 1937, the Oxnard Harbor District owns and operates the 
Port of Hueneme, located in Ventura County, CA. The port greatly 
contributes to the economic success of California and the Nation. More 
than $4 billion worth of cargo moves through the port each year. In 
addition, the Port of Hueneme is the Nation's number one seaport for 
exporting citrus products and conducts business with countries 
including Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Germany and Japan. The Oxnard 
Harbor District has every reason to be proud of its outstanding 
accomplishments and contributions to our nation's great maritime 
heritage.
  To help recognize the district's long history, this year's event will 
feature the SS Lane Victory, one of America's last remaining World War 
II Victory ships, and a National Historic Landmark. It loaded its first 
cargo consignment in Port Hueneme in July 1945.
  To conclude, I would like to add a special word of commendation to 
the International Mariners Center, whose unwavering and unparalleled 
support has been instrumental to the Oxnard Harbor District's success.
  I thank the Oxnard Harbor District for their many contributions to 
the community, state and Nation, and wish the staff many more years of 
prosperity.

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