Speak Up Newport: What is the future of Newport Beach?

MUST ATTEND!

Will the recent creation of a Harbor Department headed up by Kurt Borsting fulfill the vision of Councilman Duffy Duffield?

Come find out at Speak Up Newport’s monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 12, when it presents, “What is the future of Newport Harbor?”

After 4 1/2 years on the City Council, Marshal “Duffy” Duffield has yet to fulfill his vision of the Harbor. Join Speak Up Newport to hear Duffield present his vision, what he has accomplished to date, and the challenges he has faced in pursuing his mission. Hear from our new Harbormaster Kurt Borsting on how he will implement this vision and manage the new Harbor Department.

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Marshal “Duffy” Duffield, Newport Beach Councilman

Duffield has spent a lifetime on the water, both as an offshore sailboat racer, designer, and builder and operator of large power boats. He is the founder and owner of the largest electric boat company in the world – the internationally prominent Duffy Electric Boat Company, which dominates the leisure electric boat market on every continent. He is committed to steering a course for Newport Harbor which will assure it retains its long-admired peaceful, quiet, coastal nature.

Borsting became the Harbormaster for the City of Newport Beach in December 2018. He directs harbor-related programs and services, including moorings administration and management, Marina Park slip rentals, code enforcement, and harbor safety and maintenance activities. The Harbor Department team serves as the City’s ambassadors on the water, welcoming visitors to Newport Harbor and providing customer service to the boating community.

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Kurt Borsting, Harbormaster for the City of Newport Beach 

Meeting Schedule:

–5:15-6 p.m.: Reception with a complimentary light supper provided by The Bungalow with wine available for purchase.

–6-7 p.m.: Program and Q&A

There is no cost to attend and the public is invited. Reservations are not necessary.

For more information, call 949.224.2266 or visit www.speakupnewport.com.

The Speak Up Newport meeting takes place at the Newport Beach Civic Center Community Room, 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach