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Notice of Meeting of the Pilot Board of thePort of Corpus Christi Authority of Nueces County, Texas, on

Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at 8:00 AMAt the Solomon P. Ortiz International Center

402 North Harbor Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas

The Agenda for this meeting of the Pilot Board of the Port of Corpus ChristiAuthority ("PCCA") is set forth below.

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids orservices are requested to contact Sherry DuBois at 885-6174 at least 48 hours in advance sothat appropriate arrangements can be made.

Si usted se dirige a la junta y cree que su inglés es limitado, habrá un intéprete inglés españolen la reunión de la junta para ayudarle.

Members of the audience will be provided an opportunity to address the Port Commission.Please speak into the microphone located at the podium and state your name and address.Your presentation will be limited to three minutes.

PUBLIC NOTICE is given that the Commission may go into executive session at any timeduring the meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda when authorized to do so by theprovisions of Section 418.183 or Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. In the event theCommission elects to go into executive session regarding any agenda item, the presidingofficer will publicly announce the section or sections of the Texas Government Codeauthorizing the executive session.

1. Call to order

2. Conflict of Interest Affidavits

3. Minutes3.a. Approve minutes of the July 17, 2018 Pilot Board meeting.

July 17, 2018 Pilot Minutes

4. Receive public comment - (Each speaker is limited to 3 minutes)

5. Presentations5.a. Receive presentation on LNGC Trial Period from John Pasch of Cheniere.

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Trial Period Presentation

6. Open Agenda6.a. Consider and take action on proposed temporary revisions to Section II of the

Pilot Board's Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on theCorpus Christi Ship Channel regarding LNG Carriers.Revision to Rules & Regs - MemoPilot Board Order08-21-18 Pilot Rule Change Notice - POSTEDSTWAC LetterPilot LetterCheniere Letter

6.b. Review and recommend renewal of Captain Lucius Edwards expiring BranchPilot's license to the Governor per Texas Transportation Code Section70.040Lucius Edwards - MemoPilot Recommendation Letter

6.c. Appoint the following members to the Pilot Review Board pursuant to Article IIof the Pilot Review Board Bylaws:

( 1 ) Capt. John Pasch - Port Industries of Corpus Christi.( 2 ) Capt. Joe Harrington - South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee( 3 ) Capt. Richard Russell - STWAC Alternate.

Pasch - MemoPasch - BioHarrington - MemoHarrington - BioRussell - MemoRussell - Bio

7. Adjourn

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OFFICIAL MINUTES OF PILOT BOARD MEETINGJuly 17, 2018

The Board of Pilot Commissioners for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (the “Pilot Board”) met on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at 8:30 a.m., at the Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz International Center (Nueces Room), 402 Harbor Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas.

Present: Mr. Charles ZahnMr. Wayne SquiresMs. Barbara CanalesMr. David P. EngelMr. Richard L. Bowers

Absent Mr. Wes Hoskins

Staff Present: Mr. John LaRueMr. Sean StrawbridgeMr. Dennis DeVriesMr. Jarl PedersenMr. Kent BrittonMr. Russell CordoMr. David KramsMr. Tom MylettMr. Bland ChamberlainMs. Sherry DuBoisMr. Bennie BenavidesMs. Jennifer PowellMr. Jesse Samu

Others Present: Mr. Leo J. Welder, Jr.Mr. Dane C. Bruun

Others Present: Mr. Richard R. Valls Valls GroupCapt. Jay RiveraCapt. Mike KershawMr. H. de la Gunza Aransas/CC PilotsMr. Roger TenNapel Flint Hills ResourcesMs. Michelle Morlan Ingleside on the BayMr. Kevin Miller CITGO

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Mr. Joe Harrington ValeroMr. BJ Scanni Bay Houston TowingMr. Xavier Valverde G&H TowingMr. Bob Paulison Port Industries of CCMs. Margaret BrownMr. Edward Gaynor US Coast GuardMs. JoAnn EhmannMr. David RgaderMs. Pamela RgaderMs. Sheila NagyMr. Ray Glendening Ingleside on the BayMr. Richard Stracener JM Davidson ConstructionMs. Michelle HinojosaMr. Steve Davidson CheniereMs. Del RichardsonMr. Dianisio Marquez DRAMs. Doreen Harrell KCS RailroadMs. Nancy ZunigaMs. Rita Evans MDRMr. Daniel Korus Del Mar CollegeMr. Joelle Francois AECOMMr. Ron Berglund Robstown IDCMr. Marvin Darrin, Jr. Harbor City Realty, LLCMr. Carroll CollierMs. Elaine RayburnMr. David RgaderMs. Pamela RgaderMs. Michelle MorlanMr. Thomas MackMr. Tom Turner Ingleside On The Bay Residents

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1. Meeting called to order

Conflict of Interest Affidavits: None were submitted.

2. Minutes:

3. a. April 17, 2018 Minutes:

Action: On motion made by Mr. Squires and seconded by Mr. Bowers, the Pilot Board approved the minutes of the April 17, 2018 Pilot Board meeting, in the form presented to the meeting.

3. Public Comments: The Pilot Board heard concerns from the following residents of Ingleside on the Bay regarding ship traffic: Mr. Carroll Collier, Ms. Elaine Rayburn, Mr. David Rgader, Ms. Pamela Rgader, Ms. Michelle Morlan, Mr. Thomas Mack, and Mr. Tom Turner.

4. Open Agenda:

5a. Appointment of Captain Ryan Miller from the Deputy Branch Pilot Pool: Staff recommended appointment of Captain Rayan Miller from the Deputy Branch Pilot Pool to the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilot’s Deputy Branch Pilot Training Program.

Action: On motion made by Mr. Squires and seconded by Mr. Bowers, the Pilot Board approved Staff’s recommendation.

5b. Appointment of Captain Ryan Read from the Deputy Branch Pilot Pool: Staff recommended appointment of Captain Ryan Read from the Deputy Branch Pilot Pool to the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilot’s Deputy Branch Pilot Training Program.

Action: On motion by Mr. Squires and seconded by Mr. Bowers, the Pilot Board approved Staff’s recommendation.

5c. 2nd Quarter Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilot Work Hours Visual Inspection Report: Captain Mike Kershaw presented the 2nd Quarter Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilot Work-Hours Visual Inspection Report performed July 12, 2018, per Sec V of the Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on the Corpus Christi Ship Channel.

Action: On motion made by Mr. Engel and seconded by Mr. Squires, the Pilot Board approved the 2nd Quarter Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilot Work-Hours Visual Inspection Report performed July 12, 2018, in the form presented to the meeting.

5d. Branch Pilot License of Captain Jay Rivera: Staff recommended the Pilot Board revoke the Branch Pilot License of Captain Jay Rivera effective July 31, 2018. Due to an injury Captain Rivera suffered while piloting a vessel in August 2016, he is unable to maintain his USCG license and, therefore, is prohibited from serving as a pilot on state waters.

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Action: On motion made by Mr. Bowers and seconded by Mr. Engel, the Pilot Board approved Staff’s recommendation.

5. Adjourn: On motion duly made and seconded, the meeting was adjourned at 9:08a.m.

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Meeting Date: August 21st 2018Pilot Board Commissioners

LNGC Trial Period

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LNG Trade Today – A Snapshot54 years old

264 mt (35 bcf/d) in 2016

290 mt (39 bcf/d) in 2017

20 exporting countries

42 importing countries*

~450 trading ships**

~10% of all gas consumed worldwide

~30% of internationally traded gas

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Source: GIIGNL Annual Report 2018, Cheniere Research

*including small scale importers; Norway, Sweden, Finland – as of 27 April 2018**excludes FSRUs, FSUs, FLNG, small vessels (<46,000 cbm)

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U.S. LNG Export Projects

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CompanyQuantity(Bcf/d)

DOE FERC Contracts

Cheniere Sabine Pass T1 – T4

2.2 Fully permittedFully

Subscribed

Freeport 1.8 Fully permittedFully

Subscribed

Lake Charles 2.0 FTA Fully Subscribed

Dominion Cove Point

1.0 Fully permittedFully

Subscribed

Cameron LNG T1-3 1.7 Fully permittedFully

Subscribed

Jordan Cove 1.2/0.8 FTA

Oregon LNG 1.25 FTA

Cheniere Corpus Christi T1 – T3

2.1 Fully permittedPartially

Subscribed

Cheniere Sabine Pass T5 – T6

1.3 Fully permittedT5

Subscribed

Southern LNG 0.5 FTA v Fully Subscribed

Magnolia LNG 0.5 FTA Partially Subscribed

Golden Pass LNG 2.0 FTA Fully Subscribed

Gulf LNG 1.3 FTA v

Cameron LNG T4-5 1.4 FTA v

Source: Office of Oil and Gas Global Security and Supply, Office of Fossil Energy, U.S. Department of Energy; U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; Company releases

Dominion Cove Point

Under Construction

Freeport LNG

Corpus Christi

Filed FERC Application

Jordan Cove

Oregon LNG

Cameron LNG

Lake Charles

Sabine Pass

Southern LNG

Gulf LNGGolden Pass

Magnolia

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Cheniere Marine Project Improvements I. Federal/State/Local Efforts: CCL working with USCG, Pilots,

Port Authority and Army Corps of Engineers to: I. Complete Channel widening at the two bends on the LQCII. Fit additional aids to navigationIII. Waterway Suitability Assessment third iteration

II. Training: Every Pilot, Deputy Pilot & tug crew conducted familiarization simulations for day / low vis / night time transits (8-one week sessions, with future events planned).

III. Validation: Initial environmental and ATON limitations confirmed during simulations.

IV. Capable Equipment: Contracted for 4 new, state of the art, purpose built ASD tugs (80t BP) – delivery in 2018, $200MM.

V. Intense Vigilance: LNG Carrier vetting system for every ship/every arrival.

VI. Upgraded Sensors: Physical Oceanic Real Time System PORTS

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Corpus Christi

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2 Berths

Tugs make up

350 ft wide

Pilot to Berth 20 miles

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Channel Widening

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Full Mission Bridge Simulations – Video’s / Photos

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Links• Video from simulations demonstrates limitations in current AtoN designs.

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Result of CCL Simulations

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New Rear Range / USCGLa Quinta Ship Channel Inner

Cheniere Build “A Outer

La Quinta “A” Inner Cheniere Build

Following Simulations –Cheniere Responsibilities:-

1) A OuterBuild the foundation for the front range and erect USCG provided tower. USCG will provide lights / electrics.

Build foundation / tower for the rear range to USCG specs.

2) La Quinta Ship Channel InnerUSCG to raise height of front range

USCG to build rear range.

Cheniere to assist with any land lease (Alcoa).

3) La Quinta ”A” Inner Cheniere to build New Rear light with sector light – current ranges are hidden by vessels alongside Voelspine

USCG provide spec, location and lights/ electrical equipment. 14

Full Mission Bridge Simulations – Priorities

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• Are existing ATONS adequate for planned LNGC transit, including ahead visibility?

• Location, design, timeline and responsibility for any new OR modified ATONS?

• Which ATONS are required for first cargo and which can be fitted over time within USCG timeline and budget?

• Consequently which ATONS will have Cheniere have to “build” in order to ensure no hold up in first cargo?

• Next set of simulations Sept / Nov will be focused on training / familiarization and setting base environmental operating conditions

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Dedicated Support Tugs

• 4 Cheniere contracted ASD Tugs• Purpose built specifically for assisting LNGCs• Length ~ 102 Ft Breadth ~ 43 ft Draft ~18 ft Bollard Pull ~80 MT Max Speed ~12 Kts• Engines 2 x 3516 E Caterpillar Diesels; 3,386 BHP each (US EPA Tier 4(f) compliant)• Provide maneuvering and other ship-assist functions to LNGCs for transits/docking/undocking

Four dedicated tugs are stationed at the terminal to ensure safe and timely escorts by crews specifically trained to berth LNG vessels. The terminal can berth LNG vessels at either berth in order to maximize the number of LNG vessels that can be received at the terminal each year.

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Marine Assurance

Provide Cheniere with Marine Assurance Services to meet objectives for the protection of the environment and safety of assets and reputation globally.

Detailed procedures prescribed in the Marine Quality Assurance Standard which establish marine assurance through risk assessment based on Industry Guidelines and Best Practises.

Selected US / International Regulations for LNG Shipping at CCL IMO

• International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (IGC) Code.

• International Ship and Port Facility code (ISPS Code)

Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF).• Ship Inspection Regime (SIRE)• Marine Terminal Information System (MTIS)• Mooring Equipment Guidelines (MEG)• CCL Marine Operations Regulations

Society International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators (SIGTTO).• LNG Gas Handling Principles • LNG Operations in Port Areas

USCG• 33 and 46 CFR• CCL Operations and Emergency Manual (Under Development)• NVIC 01-2011

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What do we assess for Vessel calling at CCL? MANDATORY

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No Criteria Qualifier1 SIRE inspection Inspection completed and available for review within the last 6

months

2 Maximum Age - 30 years LNG // 20 years for bunker barges

3 Structural Condition CAP - All LNG vessels >15 years minimum CAP 2 for Hull Structure, Machinery & Cargo Systems issued by an IACS Member.

4 Double Hull

5 Port State Control / USCG Detention in the last 12 months

Post Detention SIRE Report Mandatory

6 Flag Based on list issued by Paris MOU / Tokyo MOU / USCG to apply.

7 Insurance Vessel must be entered with an International Group P&I Club and hold minimum US$1 Billion Oil Pollution Cover and be entered with ITOPF.

8 Lay up If vessel is removed from service by operator, this implies a reduction of crew, maintenance work and may have led to a suspension of Class. Before vessel could be approved for Cheniere Group business MUST have a Cheniere inspection

MANDATORY CRITERIA

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Crew Matrix

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Physical Oceanographic Real Time System (PORTS)

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• OPERATIONAL SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT• Pilots support 1 Year Day/Night trial period• Commence Day/Night trial at Pilots’ pace• Greater cargo & channel efficiency• Level Day/Night pilot resources due 1-way traffic• Channel widening, ATONS, PORTS, Tugs, Simulator

Training & Modeling completed to support Day/Night• The homework is done, commence validation similarly

to Sabine, Cove Point & Elba Island 24/7 LNG ops

LNGC Trial Summary

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DATE: April 21, 2018

TO: Pilot Board

FROM: Russell Cordo, Harbormasterrussell@pocca.com(361) 885-6166

SUMMARY: Staff requests approval of a revision to Section II of the Pilot Board’s Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on the Corpus Christi Ship Channel regarding Liquefied Natural Gas Carriers effective August 21, 2018.

BACKGROUND: Section II of the Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on the Corpus Christi Ship Channel (“Pilot Rules”), adopted August 1, 2013, defines certain limitations and restrictions for vessels transiting the Corpus Christi Ship Channel. Liquefied Natural Gas Carriers (“LNGC”) represent a new class of vessels transiting the CCSC. The proposed rule change temporarily exempts LNGCs from the requirements of Section II, including Daylight Only Passage Restrictions. The temporary exemption period shall last for a term of one (1) year and may be extended if necessary until the Pilots recommend rules and regulations for LNGCs on the CCSC. The temporary exemption shall not limit or supersede the on-scene discretion of an individual Pilot or ship’s Master as they navigate vessels on the CCSC.

On July 19, 2018 the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee (“STWAC”) held a meeting and agreed by majority vote to recommend a LNGC trial period to commence from the first LNGC for one year and/or a minimum of 60 transits, with the option to extend an additional six to twelve months if necessary. Notice of the proposed rule change was posted in accordance with the requirements of Section 70.021 of the Texas Transportation Code.

ALTERNATIVES: N/A

CONFORMITY TO PORT POLICY: Complies with Chapter 70 of the Texas Transportation Code which provides the Port Corpus Christi Commissioners serve as the Board of Pilot Commissioners for their Ports, with exclusive jurisdiction over the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots.

AGENDA MEMORANDUMAction Item for Pilot Board Meeting of August 21, 2018

Revision to Section II of the Pilot Board’s Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on the Corpus Christ Ship Channel regarding LNG Carriers

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EMERGENCY: N/A

FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A

STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Pilot Board adopt the attached order approving revisions to Section II of the Pilot Board’s Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on the Corpus Christi Ship Channel regarding LNG Carriers effective August 21, 2018.

DEPARTMENTAL CLERARANCES:

Originating Department Harbormaster’s Office

Reviewed by Russell CordoLegal Dane BruunExecutive Staff Sean Strawbridge

LIST OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:

Notice of Proposed Rule ChangeOrder Adopting Rule ChangeCheniere Energy Inc. Letter (August 13, 2018)STWAC Letter (August 13, 2018)A-CC Pilots Letter (August 13, 2018)

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AN ORDER OF

THE BOARD OF PILOT COMMISSIONERS

FOR THE PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY

REGARDING LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS CARRIERS

Whereas, the current Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on the Corpus

Christi Ship Channel (“Pilotage Rules and Regulations”), approved and adopted by the Board of

Pilot Commissioners for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (“Pilot Board”) in accordance with

Chapter 70, Texas Transportation Code, are attached hereto as Attachment One; and

Whereas, the Pilot Board wishes to amend the Pilotage Rules and Regulations by revising

Section II regarding Liquefied Natural Gas Carriers; and

Whereas, notice of the proposed rule changes has been given and posted in accordance

with the requirements of Section 70.021 of the Texas Transportation Code;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Pilot Board that:

Section 1. The Pilot Board hereby amends the Pilotage Rules and Regulations by revising

Section II of the Pilotage Rules and Regulations.

Section 2. Pursuant to the power and authority granted to the Pilot Board in Section 70.016

of the Texas Transportation Code, the Pilot Board hereby amends the Pilotage Rules and

Regulations by revising Section II thereto to read as follows:

II LIMITATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

Draft Restrictions

The Maximum Draft for any Vessel transiting the CCSC will be 45 feet (13.72 meters), and with a

positive tide reading.

Combined Beam Restrictions

The following Combined Beam Restrictions will apply to all Vessels:

• Within Cut A, the permissible combined beam for passing Vessels is 265 feet (80.77

meters).

• Within Cut B, the permissible combined beam for passing Vessels is 215 feet (65.53

meters).

• Within the Inner Harbor, at the location of the ADM and Citgo Docks, the permissible

combined beam for passing Vessels (including combined beam of Vessels berthed at

ADM and Citgo Docks) is 357 feet (108.81 meters).

Daylight Only Passage Restrictions

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The following vessels are subject to Daylight Only Passage Restrictions:

• All Vessels greater than 900 feet (274.32 meters) Length Over All (LOA)

• All Vessels greater than 130,000 Deadweight Tonnage (DWT)

• All Vessels greater than 250 feet (76.20 meters) transiting “Dead Ship”

• All Vessels subject to USCG Letter of Deviation requiring Tug Escort

• All Vessels with greater than 26 feet (7.92 meters) trim, when passing under the Harbor

Bridge

• All Category One Tankers

The following applies to all Vessels subject to Daylight Only Passage Restrictions as per these

Rules:

• Inbound Passages are restricted to Pilot boarding no earlier than ½ hour before Sunrise,

and no later than the times detailed below for the various locations.

• Outbound Passages are restricted to Pilot boarding no earlier than Sunrise, and no later

than the times detailed below for the various locations.

o From Viola Basin - 5 ½ hours before Sunset

o From Tule Basin - 5 hours before Sunset

o From Chemical Basin - 4 ½ hours before Sunset

o From Avery Basin - 4 hours before Sunset

o From Main Basin - 3 ½ hours before Sunset

o From Ingleside - 2 ½ hours before Sunset

One Way Traffic Restrictions

The following Vessels will be restricted to One Way Traffic within Cut B:

• All Vessels greater than 900 feet (274.32 meters) Length Over All (LOA)

• All Vessels greater than 130,000 Deadweight Tonnage (DWT)

• All Vessels greater than 250 feet (76.20 meters) transiting “Dead Ship”

The following Vessels will be restricted to One Way Traffic within both Cut A and Cut B:

• All Category One Tankers when transiting at night

Two Pilot Requirements

The following Vessels are required to retain the services of two Pilots for the transit:

• All Vessels greater than 900 feet (274.32 meters) Length Over All (LOA)

• All Vessels greater than 130,000 Deadweight Tonnage (DWT)

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• All Vessels greater than 250 feet (76.20 meters) transiting “Dead Ship”

• All Vessels subject to USCG Letter of Deviation requiring Tug Escort

• All Vessels with greater than 26 feet (7.92 meters) trim, when passing under Harbor Bridge

• All Vessels with a beam of greater than 120 feet (36.58 meters), when transiting the Inner

Harbor, at the ADM and Citgo Docks, when both docks are occupied

• All Category One and Two Tankers when transiting at night

Additional Requirements

All Vessels greater than 1,600 Gross Tons shall have available a functional AIS Pilot Plug.

All Aransas – Corpus Christ Pilots shall be provided with a Portable Pilot Unit for use during the

transit.

LNGC Temporary Exemption (Effective August 21, 2018)

Liquefied Natural Gas Carriers (LNGC) represent a new class of vessels transiting the CCSC.

Effective as of August 21, 2018, LNGCs are temporary exempt from the requirements of this

Section II, including Daylight Only Passage Restrictions. The temporary exemption period shall

last for a term of one (1) year and may be extended if necessary until the Pilots recommend rules

and regulations for LNGCs on the CCSC. The temporary exemption shall not limit or supersede

the on-scene discretion of an individual Pilot or ship’s Master as they navigate vessels on the

CCSC.

Section 4. The amendment to Section II of the Pilotage Rules and Regulations shall be

effective on August 21, 2018.

IT IS ACCORDINGLY SO ORDERED this 21st day of August 2018.

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Presiding Officer of the Pilot Board

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RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING

PILOTS AND PILOTAGE ON THE CORPUS CHRISTI SHIP CHANNEL EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2013

AMENDED EFFECTIVE MAY 13, 2014 AMENDED EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2014 AMENDED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 13, 2015

AMENDED EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2017 AMENDED EFFECTIVE APRIL 17, 2018

I GENERAL

The Rules and Regulations (“Rules”) contained herein are adopted by the Board of Pilot

Commission for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority to carry out the Port of Corpus Christi

Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act, Chapter 70, Texas Transportation Code.

For purposes of these Rules, the following definitions apply:

• “CCSC” means the Corpus Christi Ship Channel

• “Cut A” means the CCSC from Port Aransas to Ingleside.

• “Cut B” means the CCSC from Ingleside to the Harbor Bridge.

• “Inner Harbor” means the CCSC westward of the Harbor Bridge.

• “Tanker” means any Vessel carrying, or designed to carry, liquid cargoes in bulk.

• “Category One Tanker” means a Tanker with the following dimensions:

▪ Greater than 748 feet (227.99 meters) Length Over All (LOA), and

▪ Greater than 120 feet (36.58 meters) Beam (Width), and

▪ Greater than 40.9 feet (12.47 meters) Draft.

• “Category Two Tanker” means a Tanker with the following dimensions:

▪ Greater than 748 feet (227.99 meters) LOA, and

either

▪ Greater than 120 feet (36.58 meters) Beam,

or

▪ Greater than 40.9 feet (12.47 meters) Draft.

II LIMITATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

Draft Restrictions

The Maximum Draft for any Vessel transiting the CCSC will be 45 feet (13.72 meters),

and with a positive tide reading.

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Combined Beam Restrictions

The following Combined Beam Restrictions will apply to all Vessels:

• Within Cut A, the permissible combined beam for passing Vessels is 265 feet

(80.77 meters).

• Within Cut B, the permissible combined beam for passing Vessels is 215 feet

(65.53 meters).

• Within the Inner Harbor, at the location of the ADM and Citgo Docks, the

permissible combined beam for passing Vessels (including combined beam of

Vessels berthed at ADM and Citgo Docks) is 357 feet (108.81 meters).

Daylight Only Passage Restrictions

The following vessels are subject to Daylight Only Passage Restrictions:

• All Vessels greater than 900 feet (274.32 meters) Length Over All (LOA)

• All Vessels greater than 130,000 Deadweight Tonnage (DWT)

• All Vessels greater than 250 feet (76.20 meters) transiting “Dead Ship”

• All Vessels subject to USCG Letter of Deviation requiring Tug Escort

• All Vessels with greater than 26 feet (7.92 meters) trim, when passing under the

Harbor Bridge

• All Category One Tankers

The following applies to all Vessels subject to Daylight Only Passage Restrictions as per

these Rules:

• Inbound Passages are restricted to Pilot boarding no earlier than ½ hour before

Sunrise, and no later than the times detailed below for the various locations.

• Outbound Passages are restricted to Pilot boarding no earlier than Sunrise, and

no later than the times detailed below for the various locations.

o From Viola Basin - 5 ½ hours before Sunset

o From Tule Basin - 5 hours before Sunset

o From Chemical Basin - 4 ½ hours before Sunset

o From Avery Basin - 4 hours before Sunset

o From Main Basin - 3 ½ hours before Sunset

o From Ingleside - 2 ½ hours before Sunset

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One Way Traffic Restrictions

The following Vessels will be restricted to One Way Traffic within Cut B:

• All Vessels greater than 900 feet (274.32 meters) Length Over All (LOA)

• All Vessels greater than 130,000 Deadweight Tonnage (DWT)

• All Vessels greater than 250 feet (76.20 meters) transiting “Dead Ship”

The following Vessels will be restricted to One Way Traffic within both Cut A and Cut B:

• All Category One Tankers when transiting at night

Two Pilot Requirements

The following Vessels are required to retain the services of two Pilots for the transit:

• All Vessels greater than 900 feet (274.32 meters) Length Over All (LOA)

• All Vessels greater than 130,000 Deadweight Tonnage (DWT)

• All Vessels greater than 250 feet (76.20 meters) transiting “Dead Ship”

• All Vessels subject to USCG Letter of Deviation requiring Tug Escort

• All Vessels with greater than 26 feet (7.92 meters) trim, when passing under

Harbor Bridge

• All Vessels with a beam of greater than 120 feet (36.58 meters), when transiting

the Inner Harbor, at the ADM and Citgo Docks, when both docks are occupied

• All Category One and Two Tankers when transiting at night

Additional Requirements

All Vessels greater than 1,600 Gross Tons shall have available a functional AIS Pilot Plug.

All Aransas – Corpus Christ Pilots shall be provided with a Portable Pilot Unit for use

during the transit.

III VARIANCES

Any Vessel subject to Daylight Only Passage Restrictions may transit the CCSC at night,

with Two Pilots onboard, subject to the approval of both the Harbor Master and the

Aransas – Corpus Christi Pilots Association.

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Any Vessel may be exempted from One Way Traffic Procedures for all (or part) of the

transit of the CCSC, subject to the approval of both the Harbor Master and Aransas –

Corpus Christi Pilot’s Association.

Any Vessel exceeding the parameters of these Rules may be subject to various

restrictions, including additional pilots, Daylight Only Passage Restrictions, One Way

Traffic Procedures, mandatory Tug assistance, or be denied entry.

These Rules are based on normal traffic patterns and typical weather/tidal conditions.

Variances from these Rules may be imposed at times by Federal, State or local authorities

because of weather, prevailing channel conditions, or other reasons.

IV DUTIES OF ADDITIONAL PILOTS (Effective May 13, 2014)

This Section IV applies only when a Vessel transiting the Corpus Christi Ship Channel

requires the services of two or more Pilots. The additional Pilot(s) will assist in gaining,

maintaining and assessing situational awareness, problem solving, and decision making

throughout the transit. This will enable the conning Pilot to not become overloaded such

that situational awareness can be maintained at all times allowing the conning Pilot to

concentrate on the conduct of the Vessel in the waterway.

Only one Pilot will be conning a Vessel at any given time. It will be communicated to the

Bridge Team during the Master Pilot Exchange which Pilot will be conning and which

Pilot(s) will be assisting. It will be subsequently communicated to the Bridge Team when

the conning Pilot and the additional Pilot(s) exchange duties. The additional Pilot(s) will

be engaged throughout the transit and may assist any time needed as outlined below:

Boarding / Communications with crew: -Assist during Master-Pilot Exchange. -Evaluation of Vessel’s navigation equipment. -Review Under Keel Clearance (UKC) issues. -Arrange traffic meeting situations.

Transit of waterway: -The additional Pilot(s) may be stationed at different locations on the Vessel

to aid with any visibility/deck obstruction issues. -Assess any hazards to the safe navigation of the Vessel. -Monitor position of Vessel in the channel.

Docking / Undocking: -Assist during docking, undocking, close quarter situations, and turning. -Positioning of Vessel at berth / liaising with dock personnel. -Coordinate with line handlers.

Accident Avoidance and Response:

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-Replace conning Pilot in case of incapacitation. -Handle communications with authorities. -Coordinate damage control and spill mitigation. -Coordinate tug assist.

V WORK-REST REQUIREMENTS FOR PILOTS (Effective July 1, 2017)

A Pilot’s work hours may not exceed 13 total hours in any 24-hour period. After a Pilot

has completed 13 total hours of work in any 24-hour period, he or she is required to take

10 consecutive hours of rest. A Pilot who works 13 total hours in the preceding 24-hour

period will not be dispatched to a Vessel until the 10-hour rest period has been satisfied.

Regardless of the number of hours worked, in any 24-hour period a Pilot must have at

least one consecutive 6-hour uninterrupted rest period. A Pilot has the duty to refuse an

assignment if the Pilot deems himself or herself insufficiently rested or unfit.

In the event of an extended channel closure of 12 hours or more in duration, a Pilot’s work

hours may not exceed 15 total hours in any 24-hour period after the channel is opened.

The required rest periods in the previous paragraph still apply.

Work is defined as the time a Pilot is performing his or her duties as a State commissioned

and licensed pilot. A Pilot’s work hours for a Vessel transit of the Corpus Christi Ship

Channel (“CCSC”) start with the Vessel’s first Master-Pilot Exchange (“Start Time”). In

other words, all Pilots on board a Vessel will have the same Start Time. A Pilot’s work

hours for a transit of the CCSC stop one half hour after the Pilot steps off the Vessel or

when the Pilot’s work hours for his or her next transit begin, if earlier (“Stop Time”). Each

Pilot will record his or her Start Time and Stop Time for each transit and will report these

times to the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots Association’s dispatcher as soon as practicable

following a transit. The dispatcher will log these times into a master logbook for all Pilots.

The logbook may be in paper or electronic form, and it shall be made available for

inspection by the Board of Pilot Commissioners for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority or

its representatives upon request.

VI 377’ COMBINED BEAM RESTRICTION (Effective April 17, 2018)

A navigational choke point exists in the Corpus Christi Inner Harbor in the vicinity of the

ADM Grain Elevator and CITGO Dock #1 whenever certain size vessels are moored or

must pass through the area. The following guidelines were developed by the Port of

Corpus Christi, the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots, ADM, CITGO and Valero and are

currently in effect. The guidelines do not apply unless the combined beam of vessels at

CITGO 1, ADM, and the passing vessel causes an overage of 357’.

1. If vessel beams at both CITGO 1 and ADM are 106’ or less and the

passing vessel’s beam causes an overage of 377’, the first vessel

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secured at ADM or CITGO 1 will have 24 hours to move from the time

the passing vessel sets shifting time order, arrives at the bar or sets a

sail order.

2. If vessels are at CITGO 1 and ADM with combined beams of 212’ or

over, the last secured vessel will be required to move after 24 hours.

Time begins when passing vessel is ready to move. (Shifting time order,

arrived at bar, sail order).

3. After vessel returns to berth, vessel may occupy berth for operations for

at least 24 hours before vacating, if required.

4. Vessels must begin operations as soon as practical after securing at

berth and continue to work all available hours.

5. Vessels may continue to work as long as combined beams, including

passing vessel, do not exceed 377’.

6. If the combined beams, including passing vessel does not exceed 377’

but the passing vessel does not meet operational parameters set by the

Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots, Section VI items 1, 2, 3, and 4 would

apply.

7. Any vessel passing, while not creating a combined beam of over 377’

will provide information deemed necessary prior to the passage of the

vessel and will include but is not limited to:

a. General Arrangement Plan;

b. Mooring Arrangement Plan (Forward and Aft);

c. Freeboard (Forward and Aft);

d. Estimated drafts when transiting the area (Inbound and

Outbound);

e. Transom width;

f. Distance between outermost chocks on the transom; and

g. Safe Working Load (SWL) of chocks and bitts on Bow and Stern.

8. Dependent on wind conditions at the time of vessel order, the following

tug matrix will apply:

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a. Wind up to 15 knots: (1) 75-ton tractor tug and (2) 60-ton tractor

tugs;

b. Wind over 15 knots and up to 25 knots: (3) 75-ton tractor tugs;

and

c. Wind speed to be derived from Harbormaster’s office

anemometer or the TCOON station located in Nueces Bay.

VII GENERAL CONDITIONS

These Rules shall apply to all Vessels transiting the CCSC, regardless of whether the

vessel is transiting under federal pilotage authority, or with a state-licensed, Aransas –

Corpus Christi Pilot onboard.

In obeying and construing these Rules, due regard shall be had to all dangers of

navigation and recognition is hereby given to the responsibility of the individual Pilot to

exercise judgment as to any special circumstance which may render a departure from the

Rules contained herein necessary in order to avoid immediate danger.

Nothing in these Rules obligates an individual pilot to move a vessel when, in that pilot’s

opinion, it is unsafe to do so. These Rules made in the interest of safety. They are not

intended to limit or supersede the on-scene discretion of an individual Pilot or ship’s

Master as they navigate vessels on the CCSC. The Pilot and Master on the vessel are

best situated to evaluate the specific situation confronting a Vessel and determine a

proper course of action. Situations may arise in which actions that depart from or conflict

with these Rules may be necessary to address special circumstances or avoid immediate

danger. The Pilot, with approval of the ship’s Master, may determine a variance from the

Rules is appropriate without prior written request or approval.

Every foreign Vessel and every American Vessel engaged in foreign trade, including

Vessels being moved dead, when underway on the CCSC shall employ an Aransas-

Corpus Christi Pilot holding a valid commission or appointment as a Branch or Deputy

Pilot.

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Aransas-Corpus Christi PilotsPO Box 2767, Corpus Christi, Texas 78403

Telephone (361) 884-5899 Facsimile (361) 884-1659

August 13, 2018

Mr. Sean C. Strawbridge Secretary of the Pilot Board Port of Corpus Christi Authority 222 Power StreetCorpus Christi, Texas 78401

Dear Mr. Strawbridge,

The Aransas – Corpus Christi Pilots are in support of the South Texas Waterways Advisory Committee (STWAC) recommendation for implementing a LNGC trial period that will commence when the first LNGC vessel arrives later this year. As we commence on this new era of LNGC ships calling on the Port of Corpus Christi there are many unanswered questions that nobody will be able to answer until the ships arrive. Although there have been countless hours spent on the simulator, the maneuverability of these vessels, the complexity of the maneuvers, weather and current parameters, etc. will not fully be realized until this new class of vessel starts transiting our rapidly expanding waterway. Coordinating the escort requirements with the United States Coast Guard will add to the planning requirements for each and every transit.

Currently LNGC vessels are not defined in the Rules and Regulations Governing Pilots and Pilotage on the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, nor are any of their passage restrictions. In an effort to minimize the negative effects on other port users and to allow some flexibility to work through the challenges thisnew class of vessels pose, we are in support of the LNGC trial period.

Respectfully Submitted,

Captain Kevin MonacoPresiding OfficerAransas-Corpus Christi Pilots

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DATE: August 21, 2018

TO: Pilot Board

FROM: Russell Cordo, Harbormasterrussell@pocca.com(361) 885-6166

SUMMARY: Staff requests the Pilot Board Review and recommend renewal of Captain Lucius Edwards expiring Branch Pilot’s license to the Governor per Texas Transportation Code Section 70.040.

BACKGROUND: Captain Lucius Edwards is a tenured Pilot Commissioned by the Governor of the State of Texas to serve upon the waters under the jurisdiction of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority. Staff requests the Pilot Board review and recommend renewal of Captain Lucius Edwards expiring Branch Pilot’s license to the Governor per Texas Transportation Code Section 70.040.

ALTERNATIVES: N/A

CONFORMITY TO PORT POLICY: Complies with Chapter 70 of the Texas Transportation Code which provides the Port Corpus Christi Commissioners serve as the Board of Pilot Commissioners for their Ports, with exclusive jurisdiction over the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots.

EMERGENCY: N/A

FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A

STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Review and recommend renewal of Captain Lucius Edwards expiring Branch Pilot’s license to the Governor per Texas Transportation Code Section 70.040.

DEPARTMENTAL CLERARANCES:

Originating Department Harbormaster’s OfficeReviewed by Russell CordoLegal Dane BruunExecutive Staff Sean Strawbridge

LIST OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:

Review and recommend renewal of Captain Lucius Edwards expiring Branch Pilot’s license to the Governor per Texas Transportation Code Section 70.040.

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Aransas-Corpus Christi PilotsPO Box 2767, Corpus Christi, Texas 78403

Telephone (361) 884-5899 Facsimile (361) 884-1659

August 10th, 2018

Mr. Sean C. StrawbridgeSecretary of the Pilot BoardPort of Corpus Christi Authority222 Power StreetCorpus Christi, Texas 78401

Dear Mr. Strawbridge,

Captain John L. Edwards is a tenured Pilot Commissioned by the Governor of the State of Texas to serve upon the waters under the jurisdiction of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority. His State Commission expires on September 15, 2018.

Captain John L. Edwards respectfully requests that the Board of Pilot Commissioners for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority recommend to the Governor that his Pilot Commission be renewed.

Respectfully submitted,

Captain Kevin C. MonacoPresiding OfficerAransas - Corpus Christi Pilots

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DATE: August 21, 2018

TO: Pilot Board

FROM: Russell Cordo, Harbormasterrussell@pocca.com(361) 885-6166

SUMMARY: Staff requests the Pilot Board appoint John Pasch to the Pilot Review Board as the Port Industries of Corpus Christi representative.

BACKGROUND: On April 17,2018 the Pilot Board approved amendments to the Pilot Review Board Bylaws. Section II of the Amended Bylaws requires that one voting member be recommended to the Pilot Board by the Port Industries of Corpus Christi. On July 19, 2018 the Port Industries of Corpus Christi met and elected Capt. John Pasch as the Pilot Review Board Representative for the Port Industries of Corpus Christi.

ALTERNATIVES: N/A

CONFORMITY TO PORT POLICY: Complies with Chapter 70 of the Texas Transportation Code which provides the Port Corpus Christi Commissioners serve as the Board of Pilot Commissioners for their Ports, with exclusive jurisdiction over the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots.

EMERGENCY: N/A

FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A

STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Capt. John Pasch as the Pilot Review Board representative for the Port Industries of Corpus Christi.

DEPARTMENTAL CLERARANCES:

Originating Department Harbormaster’s Office

Reviewed by Russell CordoLegal Dane BruunExecutive Staff Sean Strawbridge

LIST OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Bio

Appoint Capt. John Pasch to the Pilot Review Board as the Port Industries of Corpus Christi Representative

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Capt John R. Pasch USCG, Ret

John is a friend to the Maritime Community of Corpus Christi, TX, seeking to promote all dealings in a positive and professional manner. Currently employed as the Marine Manager for Cheniere Energy, he oversees all maritime issues, working with internal and external customers. He enjoyed working at the Port Authority of Corpus Christi for a four-year period until 2016, learning a great deal about this dynamic port. Captain John Pasch is a 32 year US Marine and US Coast Guard veteran, retiring as Sector Corpus Christi’s Commander and Captain of the Port in 2012.

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DATE: August 21, 2018

TO: Pilot Board

FROM: Russell Cordo, Harbormasterrussell@pocca.com(361) 885-6166

SUMMARY: Staff requests the Pilot Board appoint Capt. Joe Harrington to the Pilot Review Board as the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee Representative.

BACKGROUND: On April 17,2018 the Pilot Board approved amendments to the Pilot Review Board Bylaws. Section II of the Amended Bylaws requires that one voting member be recommended to the Pilot Board by the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee.On April 19, 2018 the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee met and elected Capt. Joe Harrington as the Pilot Review Board Representative for the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee.

ALTERNATIVES: N/A

CONFORMITY TO PORT POLICY: Complies with Chapter 70 of the Texas Transportation Code which provides the Port Corpus Christi Commissioners serve as the Board of Pilot Commissioners for their Ports, with exclusive jurisdiction over the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots.

EMERGENCY: N/A

FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A

STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Capt. Joe Harrington as the Pilot Review Board representative for the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee.

DEPARTMENTAL CLERARANCES:

Originating Department Harbormaster’s OfficeReviewed by Russell CordoLegal Dane BruunExecutive Staff Sean Strawbridge

LIST OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:

Appoint Capt. Joe Harrington to the Pilot Review Board as the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee Representative

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JOSEPH B. HARRINGTON802 N. Live Oak Street Rockport, Texas 78382

Joseph.Harrington@Valero.com or (361) 729-9602

BACKGROUND SUMMARY

Since August 2004 worked ashore for Valero, as Marine Assurance Manager, with extensive ship and inland tug/barge vetting experience. Worked as OCIMF Cat 1 Oil inspector since 2005. See attached Position Summary.

Over 23 years of safe experience on US flag coastwise product tankers including 2 years as Master and 14 years as Chief Mate. Extensive domestic experience, including west coast, with diverse products such as clean oil, black oil, multiple-grade lube oil, MTBE and crude oil. Completed 4 international grain trips. Performed 6 vetting inspections for El Paso Marine as an independent contractor. Performed 150 Pollution and Safety Advisor jobs with Valero Corporation. Contract captain of the Port of Corpus Christi fire boat since 2003. Extensive boat handling experience on harbor tugs in Corpus Christi, Texas. Possess well developed skill set including analysis, crew management, mechanical ability, personal integrity, problem-solving, regulatory compliance, team building, and work ethic. Physically fit to fulfill any professional mariner position.

QUALIFICATIONS Master of United States Steam or Motor Vessels of any Gross Tons upon Oceans STCW 95 GMDSS Operator

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Valero Marine Assurance Manager, Corpus Christi, TX (2004- Present)

South Texas Waterways Advisor Chairman, representing refineries in Corpus Christi (2013-2017)

Subcontractor for Valero Pollution and Safety Advisor Program, Corpus Christi, TX (2002- 2004) AdvisorRepresenting Valero on all ships that come into Corpus Christi harbor with Valero cargo onboard.

Assisted with organizing program in the start-up phase. Advise Mates and Captains on vessel for a safe and expedient transfer and report to

Valero

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G&H Towing Company, Corpus Christi, TX (2002- 2004) Quarter MasterWheel housemen on all 5 of the harbor tugs in the Port of Corpus Christi.

Berthed and let go ships in all of the docks in the Corpus Christi area. Piloted the tugs from all of the various docks.

Sabine Transportation Company, Cedar Rapids, IA Chief Mate (2002-2003)

Chief Mate on S.S. Leader. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of a safe and skilled deck department. Planned and organized all cargo operations without delays or contaminations. Supervised the maintenance and repair of all deck areas.

Coastal Tankships USA, Inc., Houston, Texas 1998-2001Master (1999-2001)

Captain on Coastal Houston and Coastal New York. Responsible for the overall safe and proficient operation of the vessel. Completed 20 plus voyages without product loss or crew injury. Awarded the highest bonus from a pool of 168 seagoing employees in 2001. Developed a strategic initiative for Gulf of Mexico Shuttle Tankers while serving in the

Captain Ashore Program.

Chief Mate (1998-2001)Chief Mate on Coastal New York, Coastal Eagle Point and Coastal Houston. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of a safe and skilled deck department. Executed duties as relief Master on three separate occasions without product loss or crew

injury. Planned and organized all cargo operations without delays or contaminations. Supervised the maintenance and repair of all deck areas.

Keystone Shipping Company, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania 1995-1998Chief Mate (1995-1998)

Chief Mate on Keystone Rhode Island and Keystone Fredericksburg as a relief. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of a safe and skilled deck department. Planned and organized all cargo operations without delays or contaminations. Supervised the maintenance and repair of all deck areas.

Second Mate (1995-1998)Second Mate on Keystone Rhode Island and Keystone Fredericksburg. Responsible for the charts, navigation and safety of the vessel. Planned voyages and chart correcting without error.

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Texaco Marine Services, Inc., Port Arthur, Texas 1979-1995Chief Mate (1989-1995)

Chief Mate on Star Rhode Island and Star Georgia. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of a safe and skilled deck department. Planned and organized all cargo operations without delays or contaminations. Supervised the maintenance and repair of all deck areas. Operated without incident on the West Coast for 12 years. Completed 10 plus multi-grade Lube Oil shipments.

Second Mate (1983-1989)Second Mate on Star Rhode Island, Star Montana, Star Georgia, Texaco Mississippi, Texaco New York, Texaco Connecticut and Texaco North Dakota. Responsible for the charts, navigation and safety of the vessel. Planned voyages and chart correcting without error. Implemented new safety programs.

Third Mate (1979-1983)Third Mate on all of the Texaco ships. Responsible for the day-to-day operations and inspections of safety equipment and lifesaving gear. Demonstrated expertise to learn and master all responsibilities quickly.

EDUCATION

BS, Marine Science, Summa Cum Laude, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, 1979

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DATE: August 21, 2018

TO: Pilot Board

FROM: Russell Cordo, Harbormasterrussell@pocca.com(361) 885-6166

SUMMARY: Staff requests the Pilot Board approve Richard Russell as the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee Pilot Review Board alternate representative.

BACKGROUND: On April 17,2018 the Pilot Board approved amendments to the Pilot Review Board Bylaws. Section II of the Amended Bylaws requires one voting member berecommended to the Pilot Board by the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee. It further states “One alternate shall be nominated by each voting member so as to assure the required quorum at all times”. On April 19, 2018 the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee met and elected Capt. Richard Russell as the Alternate Pilot Review Board Representative for the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee.

ALTERNATIVES: N/A

CONFORMITY TO PORT POLICY: Complies with Chapter 70 of the Texas Transportation Code which provides the Port Corpus Christi Commissioners serve as the Board of Pilot Commissioners for their Ports, with exclusive jurisdiction over the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots.

EMERGENCY: N/A

FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A

STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Capt. Richard Russell as the Pilot Review Board alternate representative for the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee.

DEPARTMENTAL CLERARANCES:

Originating Department Harbormaster’s OfficeReviewed by Russell CordoLegal Dane BruunExecutive Staff Sean Strawbridge

LIST OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Biography of Captain Richard Russel

Appoint Capt. Richard Russell to the Pilot Review Board as the South Texas Waterway Advisory Committee Alternate Representative

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Capt. Richard H. Russell Bio

I have been going down to ships since I was 9 years old, visiting my Father who was also in the Merchant Marine and Navy so I have always known what I wanted to do. I graduated from New York State Maritime College at Fort Schuyler in 1981 with a B.S. in Marine Transportation, a Third Mate’s License and a Commission as an Ensign in the U.S. Navy and immediately entered active duty onboard the USS Concord out of Norfolk VA. After serving actively until April of 1984 and having obtained my Second Mate’s License with Navy time, I went to work for the Military Sealift Command as a Third and Second Mate. After a few years with them I went to work for Sealift Inc where I sailed Chief Mate and ultimately got my first Master’s job at the age of 29. I made 2 trips to Saudi Arabia as Chief Mate during the first Gulf war, the second trip carrying 20,000 tons of ammunition. During the last 3 years of my sailing career my wife Judy joined me on many trips.

Living in CT all my life I came ashore in 1994 and joined Stolt-Nielsen in Greenwich CT, the largest chemical tanker company in the world as a Ship Operator and rose up through the company ultimately being promoted to General Manager of U.S. Gulf Operations, the job that brought us to Friendswood, TX in June of 2003. In July of 2006 we were asked to return to CT but when I went home to tell my wife and daughter Melinda they did not want to leave Texas! After a few days I realized I did not want to either, and so on Sept 20th 2006 after 12 years and a great career I left Stolt, a company I dearly loved to stay here. One small problem though, I did not have a job! I knew that if you could not make it here in the maritime industry, you couldn’t make it anywhere so with many friends supporting me and even giving me a job to fill the gap, I set about searching and quickly came up with AET. I agreed to become their VP of Operations in November and joined them on the 2nd of January 2007 and became Global Head of Crude Operations in June of 2012 where I remain today.

During all this time I maintained my status in the Navy Reserve rising to the rank of Captain and retiring after 25 years in March of 2007. During my years in the Reserve I taught ship handling 4 times in Little Creek VA and taught cargo handling 5 times in Williamsburg, VA. I trained in areas of Naval Control of Shipping and Convoy Commodore as well as spending 2 weeks with the U.S. Coast Guard assisting in the writing of the maritime security regulations.

I am the past President of the Board of Directors for the Houston International Seafarer’s Center, I represent AET at INTERTANKO in North America, and am the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Chamber of Shipping Americas, on the Board of Directors for the West Gulf Maritime Association and the Board of Directors for the Marine Preservation Association and represent Vessel Owner/Operators on the Harbor Safety Committees in Port Arthur, Houston and Corpus Christi. I am also on the Houston Pilot Review Board.

On January 23, 2010 I headed to Port Arthur to assume the duties of Incident Commander for the collision and oil spill of one of our tankers the Eagle Otome which at the time was the worst oil spill in Texas in the past 20 years.

AET is a global provider of seaborne transportation solutions to the petroleum industry. Established in 1995, AET has grown its fleet of ships to 79 and still growing. AET has managed to grow its strong fleet without outside financial assistance, and has remained debt free and profitable. AET is privately held, and has assets of more than $2.4 billion.

With offices in Houston, London, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and India, AET’s business reach is extended, which has allowed them to become the largest Aframax owner in the Atlantic basin, and are the number one lightering service provider in the U.S. Gulf.

AET’s mission is to deliver top quality solutions for each customer, based on the values of excellence, partnership, responsibility, and innovation.

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