On July 17, Kate Goodson spoke with Port Commissioner Ann Moore and Architect Greg Miller about the San Diego Bayfront and the Port Master Plan. The three discuss how the plan will establish more connectivity between the waterfront and the community, the public outreach that’s been done, and how the update will shape the way Port lands are developed for generations. Ann and Greg both spoke about what they are looking forward to in this Port Master Plan and how the updates will lead to an even more iconic and beautiful waterfront, plus a transparent method of providing accessibility and recreation to visitors and community members.   Timestamps: [1:32] Ann provides us with a brief history of the San Diego Bay and the multifaceted and comprehensive approach of the Port Master Plan. [3:50] The Port of San Diego is really unique from other ports, because of the wide variety of uses that they manage, including commercial use as well as traditional port activity. The Port Master Plan is important because it helps us manage and develop areas in compliance with both the Port Act and Coastal Act. It also balances the needs of development with natural resources. [6:02] Ann explains how the Port Master Plan will improve the function of the development of the land, and the larger sense of the vision for San Diego Bay in terms of civic identity and an asset used by everyone. She happily lets her “internal geek” out about this project and how excited she is for future possibilities. Although San Diego Bay is already quite beautiful, it can evolve even more to stay relevant and meet changing public needs. Two examples of iconic waterfronts are Sydney, Australia and Seattle. San Diego will also have new beautiful structures that modernize the San Diego Embarcadero, providing a world-class destination spot and thoughtful development. [10:27] The Port Master Plan has to understand diversity in recognizing the surrounding communities along the waterfront and adjacent to the Port. The Chula Vista Master Bayfront Plan will give people access to the water even more while connecting communities to make it easier for inhabitants to engage in full recreational activities. [13:42] Greg gives a history of the architecture firm Tucker Sadler, now celebrating 64 years in San Diego as of September. [16:10] The Plan will enhance the image and beauty we already have at the bayfront, and work with the Port, City, and Coastal Commissions to make sure all of the needs are met and accomplished. The project will create public access and a viewing deck; as Greg reminds us, the waterfront belongs to everyone and should be enjoyed by everyone. [19:15] The architecture is not just a building, it’s an experience for everyone to enjoy. Integrating public access into projects that are typically private or inaccessible to the public will help the community truly feel as though the space is meant for them to enjoy and take pride in. [20:04] The idea of having public access is fundamental. The project will create transparency to try to provide a way for everyone to experience the waterfront in a different manner than they might have normally. [26:37] The Port Master Plan will look at different opportunities to access the bay not only from the land side but also the water side. The Chula Vista Bayfront is an example of how we can allow water taxis access through different areas of the Bay. [32:02] Greg and Ann speak about how they have been successful with stakeholders, and the very critical component from the start of making sure a large public outreach program was set in place. Between open houses, meetings, public workshops, and online surveys, there have been 19 million points of contact since 2017.   About C-3 In its 60 years of existence, Citizens Coordinate for Century 3 (C-3) has brought together local thought leaders from planning, design, policy, academia, community development, and more to address our region’s distinctive and pressing land use challenges. In foun