Louie retired from the Facilities Department in December 2020, after 15 years of dedicated service. “Louie was a tremendously knowledgeable and dedicated employee,” said Port Executive Director Michael McElwee. Ambers was the department lead and head of the biological controls systems for Port parks and landscapes. He was also the lead bridge operator charged with the handling controls for all bridge lifts.

Chief Financial Officer Fred Kowell retired at the end of 2021 after nearly 10 years of service. Kowell’s expertise has been invaluable for strategic planning and bridge replacement efforts. The Port will announce his replacement in March.