finally, i want to thank my coconspirator in life and love, angela calveia. i had quite a few growing pains as you might imagine during the last 8 months and she encouraged me to have courage and to laugh a lot. i know with her by myself i will never stray too far off the right paths path. i'm proud to be one of 8 women port directors in the united states during a time wem in in the nation experienced a setback. i hope my appointment inspires other women to not lose hope and not give up. during this devives time in our nation all of us at the port will make sure san francisco values of inclusiveness, diversity, collaboration, integrity, service to the public and compassion to one another remain our priority. to value and foster diversity and respect for everyone is essential. this value will continue to guide port staff in all of our interactions with others and will be the underpinning of our success. we know we have a rule to play in advancing social justice. theport will focus on connecting working class families and communities of color to every project a