Both mayor and chiu mentioned this. We have a new wall to recognize the special contribution that asians and Asian Americans have made to this part of the waterfront and the city. As was mentioned, 9 the waterfront was the place asian immigration came to the United States and the California Gold rush certainly brought a steady influx of Asian American laborers who helped to build the infrastructure of this country, including our railroads. On june 23rd, 1877, a huge mob attacked chinese businesses here and headed for the local symbol of chinese immigration, the pacific mall wharf where we stand today. They tried to burn the beer, but failed. I think its important that we recognize and remember our history because as we move forward, as we celebrate our victories, our progress, its really important to remember those that came before us and the history that was here today. But most importantly, im here to celebrate this open space, will be an incredibly important addition and resource fo
Working on very hard for quite sometime, and i know i have with the board. And that is our 34th americas cup. And the jobs and benefits are starting to materialize even more deliberately and were celebrating again more open space. That event has allowed us and caused us to accelerate. This project was worth every dollar of the 26. 1 million that was spent on this project. Its worth it. Projects along the waterfront are not inexpensive. As everyone here behind me can attest to, because they have to do with the challenges of water, dying piers, and all our infrastructure work that has to go with it. And, so, it is not only appropriate. We are blessed with four very contributing great resources that we use to fund this 26. 1 million. The federal Water Resources Development Act of 2007, you have to recognize that. The California Coastal conservancy. Federal appropriations. And, danielle, again, thank our leader pelosi for her wonderful support. applause always, always there for us. And the
The transformation of a once dilapidated pier into an exciting new space for out door recreation. ~ i wish i could be with you on this special day to enjoy Otis Reddings rendition of his fathers dock of the bay. Pier 36 was condemned due to deterioration. Democrat laytion not only removed environmental hazards in San Francisco bay, but opened the door for enhancing the connections between san franciscans and our beautiful waterfront. I have been proud to fight for federal resources to fill fa sill tate for the south beach neighbors and all of San Francisco. Today the brannon street wharf with its public space is new park has become another jewel along San Franciscos magnificent embarcadaro. The open spaces and plazas will provide a safe and healthy environment for San Franciscos families and children to gather and the interpretive exhibits including the beautiful portrait of wong fu yen will help visitors and residents learn about San Franciscos rich labor and maritime history and vibr
Much more of a deeper sense of appreciation for what our city does with this. Then this opens up a viewpoint that i know you know that i personally share because its not just the history. Were also going to be opening up this area for even more people as we establish and get going on piers 3032 and transform what has historically been dying piers into the hopeful new entertainment and waterfront arena. I know in less than five years, an additional 13 acres of open space will had. More of that will be open more and more to the public. I want to see see gail hunter, viethv of the warriors here. I want to thank you for your commitment to working with the city to try to make this happen. ~ Vice President i think this will be a wonderful Great Entertainment Sports Center for our city. But again, the purpose is to bring more people to the waterfront and enjoy what our city has. Were already starting to enjoy an event that everyone has been working on very hard for quite sometime, and i know
Along San Franciscos magnificent embarcadaro. The open spaces and plazas will provide a safe and healthy environment for San Franciscos families and children to gather and the interpretive exhibits including the beautiful portrait of wong fu yen will help visitors and residents learn about San Franciscos rich labor and maritime history and vibrant immigrant communities. Thank you again to mayor lee and mayors newsom and brown before him for making this possible and best wishes for memorable celebration. Best regards, nancy pelosi, democratic leader. Thank you. applause thank you, dan, very much. And please take our best and most gracious respects back to congresswoman pelosi, your colleagues in your San Francisco office and of course in the capital. They are just fabulous for all of us. Another group that needs recognition is the Port Commissioners themselves, present and past. They have been with us for this project along the way. They have worked hard to marshal scarce resources to m