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Oceanside Harbor battle ended?
Fishing businesses chart courses for zero conflict
Captain Joe Cacciola (center)
The battle for recreational sportfishing in Oceanside Harbor may be over. The long-standing dispute between "Captain Joe" Cacciola of the Sea Star and the landing’s operator, Helgren’s Sportfishing, has been decided. On August 19, it was announced by the city manager’s office that Cacciola and his new partners will more than likely become the leaseholder of the popular attraction in May of 2017.
The new landing will be named Oceanside Sea Center and include operators of Chubasco Sportfishing, along with whale-watching, science and environmental studies, at-sea memorials, and private charters.
Marine stewardship and sustainability by the internationally recognized and Oceanside-based Pfledger Institute of Environmental Research will be promoted in the landing’s operation.
Upgraded plans for the existing Helgren’s tackle shop building include a facelift and expansion of the public’s use.
City staff has been ordered by the city manager to begin negotiations with the partners of Oceanside Sea Center of the lease agreement.
The news became public on August 22 when copies of the Harbor Division’s memorandum reached interested parties by mail. Reached at his office on the morning of August 23, Cacciola said he was unaware of the city’s decision.
“Really?“ he stated after being told. “You’ve made my day! You’ve made more than that. This will change things down there [the harbor] for a long time."
The city received several letters of support for the Oceanside Sea Center’s proposal from local fishing clubs, YMCAs, the chamber of commerce, and other youth groups, which have used Cacciola’s charter services.
Several local angler groups that refused to use Helgrn’s Sportfishing for the club’s charters are happy with the city’s decision. “This will change our plans completely. I’m elated. I couldn’t be happier," said Fred Kaczmarek of the Oceanside Senior Anglers’ Anglers 4 Kids program.
Under the court agreement, Cacciola could no longer provide free fishing poles on youth trips. They had to be rented from Helgren’s. Kaczmarek earlier stated, “We’ll get our own gear from now on. We’re not paying Helgren’s.” Kaczmarek did just that on the club’s last kids’ trip on August 9, sponsored by city councilwoman Esther Sanchez.
Helgren’s long-term lease for the landing ends on May 5, 2017. However it remains to be seen what will happen to the Sea Star’s boat slip after January 1. As reported here in December, Cacciola spent $30,000 in legal fees trying to fight an eviction by Helgren’s. A federal court magistrate concurred that the Sea Star could stay, unharassed by Helgren’s, by paying increased rent and additional fees, until December 31, 2016.
Here's something you might be interested in.
Oceanside Harbor battle ended?
Fishing businesses chart courses for zero conflict
Oceanside Harbor battle ended?
Fishing businesses chart courses for zero conflict
Captain Joe Cacciola (center)
The battle for recreational sportfishing in Oceanside Harbor may be over. The long-standing dispute between "Captain Joe" Cacciola of the Sea Star and the landing’s operator, Helgren’s Sportfishing, has been decided. On August 19, it was announced by the city manager’s office that Cacciola and his new partners will more than likely become the leaseholder of the popular attraction in May of 2017.
The new landing will be named Oceanside Sea Center and include operators of Chubasco Sportfishing, along with whale-watching, science and environmental studies, at-sea memorials, and private charters.
Marine stewardship and sustainability by the internationally recognized and Oceanside-based Pfledger Institute of Environmental Research will be promoted in the landing’s operation.
Upgraded plans for the existing Helgren’s tackle shop building include a facelift and expansion of the public’s use.
City staff has been ordered by the city manager to begin negotiations with the partners of Oceanside Sea Center of the lease agreement.
The news became public on August 22 when copies of the Harbor Division’s memorandum reached interested parties by mail. Reached at his office on the morning of August 23, Cacciola said he was unaware of the city’s decision.
“Really?“ he stated after being told. “You’ve made my day! You’ve made more than that. This will change things down there [the harbor] for a long time."
The city received several letters of support for the Oceanside Sea Center’s proposal from local fishing clubs, YMCAs, the chamber of commerce, and other youth groups, which have used Cacciola’s charter services.
Several local angler groups that refused to use Helgrn’s Sportfishing for the club’s charters are happy with the city’s decision. “This will change our plans completely. I’m elated. I couldn’t be happier," said Fred Kaczmarek of the Oceanside Senior Anglers’ Anglers 4 Kids program.
Under the court agreement, Cacciola could no longer provide free fishing poles on youth trips. They had to be rented from Helgren’s. Kaczmarek earlier stated, “We’ll get our own gear from now on. We’re not paying Helgren’s.” Kaczmarek did just that on the club’s last kids’ trip on August 9, sponsored by city councilwoman Esther Sanchez.
Helgren’s long-term lease for the landing ends on May 5, 2017. However it remains to be seen what will happen to the Sea Star’s boat slip after January 1. As reported here in December, Cacciola spent $30,000 in legal fees trying to fight an eviction by Helgren’s. A federal court magistrate concurred that the Sea Star could stay, unharassed by Helgren’s, by paying increased rent and additional fees, until December 31, 2016.
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