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August 6, 2019 • Volume 18 • Number 15

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PA and MTA Tour LGA Redevelopment

Zero-Emission Truck Makes a Successful Trial Run

Board Meeting Highlights

Support Our Troops with PAVA Care Package Drive

Day in the Role August Spotlight: Office of Diversity & Inclusion

Halfway There! Airports at 50 Percent Of Electric Bus GoalThe recent addition of six all-electric shuttle buses at LaGuardia Airport brings the PA to a total of 18 electric buses now circulating at the agency’s three major airports. These newest buses push the agency to the halfway mark for completing the first phase of the all-electric shuttle bus program, a key component of the Port Authority's Clean Dozen environmental and sustainability agenda that aims to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 35 percent by 2025, and advance its long-term goal of an 80-percent reduction of all emissions by 2050.

“The addition of new electric shuttle buses at LaGuardia advances our greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals and improves local air quality for our neighbors and airport workers,” said Christine Weydig, director of Office of Environmental and Energy Programs, in a July 29 press release.

Sign Up for RTR Service Events Registration Now Open For Remembrance Through Renewal Month of Service

The 2019 Remembrance Through Renewal Team has announced this year’s selection of community volunteer projects for the annual Month of Service – a way for Port Authority employees and retirees to give back to the bistate region and honor the colleagues lost in the World Trade Center terrorist attacks in 2001 and 1993.

PA News Presents: You Know Who You Should Talk To? An employee feature with a simple premise — we spotlight an agency employee, who must then recommend the next person we should talk to. But there’s a twist — the next person can’t be in the same department.

“I chose Aidan because he’s very resourceful and accommodating. Aidan always goes above and beyond to support myself and team as we work together to ensure timely delivery for Aviation’s most important projects.“ – Shanta Nelson, Operations Manager, Commodities and Services, in Procurement

Aidan O’DonnellExecutive Advisor in the Director's Office, Aviation6 years with the Port Authority (4.5 of those with Aviation)

When you think of your Port Authority responsibilities, what are the first three words that come to mind? Communicate, Advise, Deliver.

Did you always see yourself working in the aviation world? If so, why? If not, what led you here? No. I began college enrolled in a Civil Engineering Program, so the Port Authority was on my radar for prospective employment given its vast engineering portfolio. When I decided to leave engineering school to pursue business, the PA remained on my radar. I was fortunate to intern in the PA's Aviation Department with the

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PA and MTA Tour LGA RedevelopmentOn Wednesday July 31, the Port Authority’s General Manager Lysa Scully and Redevelopment Executive Rich Smyth hosted the MTA’s CEO and Chairman — and former PA Executive Director — Pat Foye along with members of his team for a tour of the LaGuardia Redevelopment construction progress. Ms. Scully and Mr. Foye are pictured standing on the pedestrian connector bridge, a 350-foot long span which will ultimately connect customers between the Terminal B Headhouse and its Eastern Concourse.

The first phase of the program will save approximately 269 tons of greenhouse gas emissions and 40,000 gallons of diesel fuel per airport each year and improve local air quality by removing about 2,000 pounds of nitrous oxide and 150 pounds of particulate matter from the air annually.

"The conversion to all-electric airport shuttle buses is running ahead of schedule – a testament to our commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all of our facilities," said Executive Director Rick Cotton.

The agency is now targeting mid-2020 for a 100-percent electric shuttle bus fleet and is installing new charging stations at the airports to power the 40-foot-long buses, which can run for about 250 miles per charge.

"The Port Authority continues to make sustainability a top priority, and we will continue to set and meet aggressive goals that promote smart investments and reduce the environmental impact on local communities across the region,” said Board Chairman Kevin O'Toole.

In addition to the Clean Dozen agenda – and the embrace of the Paris Climate Agreement – the Port Authority has elevated sustainability to one of its core standards that guide agency efforts.

Read more about the electric bus program and other sustainability initiatives in the recent press release.

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Staff News Adam Barsky, Chief of Staff and Special Counselor to Executive Director Rick Cotton, will be leaving his position on August 16 to join the New York State Power Authority (NYPA) as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. 

Mr. Barsky joined the Port Authority in January 2018, bringing to his role more than 20 years of experience in management and public policy, including extensive change management expertise. During his tenure he has supported the Office of the Executive Director and the agency through a range of efforts, from day-to-day support of our business operations to the development and execution of strategic initiatives aimed at bringing the PA in line with global best practices linked to our priorities and standards.  

 NYPA, the largest state-owned electric utility in the United States, is a longtime strategic partner to the Port Authority, and the two agencies are collaborating on several key projects in service of the PA’s sustainability goals.

PA News thanks Mr. Barsky for his service and dedication to the agency, and wishes him all the best in the next chapter of his career.  

RetirementsCongratulations to the latest group of PA retirees and a big thanks for their contributions to keeping the region moving. If you have retirement news, email panews@panynj.gov.

Toll Collectors Carmelo Baez, Karen Dupree, Teresa McGriff and Valerie Wright are crossing the finish line on their agency careers. Wish them well in their next chapters at LiGreci’s Staaten in Staten Island on August 21 from 6-10 p.m. RSVP by August 16 to Jacque Kerney at 18-2578. A $75 contribution covers dinner, DJ and gifts.

Commute Using Employee Rideshare

Employee Rideshare Program services are provided through 511NY Rideshare in New York and NJ EZ Ride in New Jersey, and include the following:

• Confidential carpool matching to connect with colleagues based on your home and work location

• Vanpool matching, route-planning, and driver training

• Shuttle service connecting major transportation hubs such as Newark Penn Station and PATH stations

• Guaranteed ride/emergency ride programs

• Personalized transit planning and resiliency travel planning

• Bicycle and walk route-planning, bike buddy matching, and bike lockers

Visit eNet for more information or contact OEEP’s Petra Kandus at pkandus@panynj.gov.

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FDU Master's Program Open House August 14 from 12-6 p.m. at EWR Building One and from 12:30-2 p.m. at JFK Building 14. Learn more about Fairleigh Dickinson University's Master of Public Administration program, which offers evening classes at EWR and JFK, and six specializations including Global Transportation Management. RSVP to mpa@fdu.edu.

PAHS/EWR Meet and Greet August 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Union, NJ. Meet and greet with the PA Hispanic Society and EWR Terminal One Staff. The discussion will include career paths and projects at the PANYNJ. RSVP to pahs@panynj.gov by August 10, indicating whether you want to be a panelist or assist with other duties.

Toastmasters Club Open HouseAugust 14 at noon in conference rooms 16A-B at 4 WTC. Join the agency’s Toastmasters Club for an open house and friendly meeting. The club gives participants the skills and confidence to effectively express themselves in any situation. The theme of the event is origami and guests are encouraged to bring something they have made or learn something new. No RSVP required. For more information, contact Christopher Eshleman at ceshleman@panynj.gov.

PAHS Paper Airplanes with the Boys & Girls Club of Union County August 15 from 1-2:30 p.m. at 1050 Jeannette Ave., Union, NJ. Join the PA Hispanic Society and EWR Redevelopment for an afternoon of making paper planes and other activities with our youth at a local Boys and Girls Club. RSVP by August 12 to Natasha Luccia at nluccia@panynj.gov.

NBE 3Cs with Chief Engineer James Starace August 16 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at 4 WTC, 23rd Floor, Conference Room 2. Join the Network of Black Employees for the “3 Cs” – coffee, cake and a conversation with Chief Engineer Jim Starace, who will share departmental activities and opportunities. RSVP to NBE@panynj.gov.

JFK vs. LGA Soccer GameAugust 19 at 4:30 p.m. at JFK Ball Field. Come cheer on your fellow colleagues as

LGA – led by General Manager Lysa Scully – takes on JFK in a friendly game of soccer. RSVP to Laura Meyer at lmeyer@panynj.gov.

PAHS August Day of Service August 23 from 6-8 p.m. at Care One at Madison Avenue, 151 Madison St., Morristown, NJ. Join the PA Hispanic Society and an amazing group of seniors for a fun-filled night of playing B-I-N-G-O! To register, email Ednalee Serrano at eserrano@panynj.gov.

PA Pride at Jersey City Pride FestivalAugust 24 from 1-9 p.m. This year’s theme is “Honoring Our Past…Creating Our Future” in recognition of the Stonewall 50th Commemoration and World Pride 2019. The festival will take place on Newark Avenue between Grove Street and Jersey Avenue in downtown Jersey City. All are welcome. Meetup location to be determined. To register, email papride@panynj.gov.

PA Asian American Association Meet-and-Greet August 28 at 5 p.m., location to be determined. Meet the PA Asian American Association Board members, mix and mingle, learn about the ERG’s upcoming events and brainstorm new ideas for 2020. To register, email paaaa@panynj.gov.

Diversity Cruise Sets Sail September 6 from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Boarding begins at 6:30 p.m. at Pier 36 in Manhattan. The Port Authority Hispanic Society, PA Police Hispanic Society, Network of Black Employees, Network for Emerging Talent, and PA Parents Working Together will jointly host a Diversity Cruise. All friends and family over age 21 welcome. Tickets, $85 each or $160 for two, must be purchased in advance. No walk-ins allowed. Price includes admission, premium open bar, buffet, and D.J. Contact Pam Mendoza at 201-216-2331. Tickets can be purchased via check, cash, or Venmo. See flyer for details.

PA Bowling LeagueThe 30-week league is every Tuesday at 6 p.m. starting September 10 at Hudson Lanes, 1 Garfield Ave., Jersey City. Four-person teams. $23 per person plus a one-time $20 sanction fee. Contact Jason Motley at 201-395-3473 or Lottie McKnight at 212-435-4471.

Trip to the African American Museum in D.C.September 29 at 7 a.m. The Port Authority Police Bistate Coalition is hosting a bus trip to the African American Museum in Washington D.C. Tickets are $60 for adults and $50 for children. Pick-up locations: PATC, 241 Erie St. in Jersey City and the George Washington Bridge, 220 Bruce Reynolds Blvd. in Fort Lee, N.J. For ticket information, contact Police Officer Laverne Hardy at 201-551-2029 or PortAuthorityBistate@gmail.com.

Calendar PA Family NewsWedding Bells for Gov’t Affairs Chief

Congratulations to Chief, Intergovernmental Affairs Jenny Davis – she and Michael Toth were married June 29 at the Seaview Hotel & Golf Club in Galloway, NJ. The happy couple first met “down the shore,” so it was fitting that their wedding was a beach-themed bash. On behalf of the entire PA family, we wish the newlyweds a lifetime of health, happiness, sunshine and surf.

Share Your News!At the end of the day, the Port

Authority is one big family…whose family business just happens to be moving the world. If you’d like to share your happy news – like a wedding or a new baby – with the rest of the PA, email panews@panynj.gov.

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Manager of Air Service Development and from that point on I was hooked. I began working in the PA's Audit Department after I graduated and jumped on the first opportunity I had to work in Aviation in the Landside Operations and Customer Service Unit at LGA.

How has traveling by air changed for you personally? When you arrive at an airport outside the region, are you compelled to begin drafting an executive analysis? I have become much more critical, downright annoying if you're travelling with me. I work in an industry that is striving for a seamless connected passenger journey, so there are best practices to be learned everywhere.

Understanding the needs and wants of various passenger segments allows you to appreciate the journey through the eyes of others. Seemingly insignificant obstacles for the business traveler may be a huge pain point for a family travelling with children and we need to be able to understand the journey from multiple points of view.

Although we are one organization, there can sometimes be tension between departments. How do you feel we can overcome that as an agency? How is Aviation working to reaffirm unity in the agency? Or is this just the nature of the work? I was fortunate to transition from a staff department to an operating unit in a line department and then to a corporate unit in a line department, which has given me the opportunity to view things through different lenses. I am a firm believer that tension between line and staff departments is necessary for the overall health of the business – it drives the checks and balances that we need to operate transparently.

The challenge we face as a line department is getting everyone to row in the same direction and understand our business, particularly how essential it is to invest in our customers. Aviation works to include our business partners in facility tours, lunch-and-learn sessions, and themed department events. Reading about a request to purchase multi-function snow equipment isn't quite the same as sitting in the cab of a multi-function. The sense of pride and ownership you get through firsthand experience is palpable

and really helps connect our partners to our goals and objectives.

If you had to take a 15-hour flight and could only watch one television series, what would it be? The Office.

As a follow-up to that question – if you had a 15-hour flight, which fictional character would you want to be sitting next to? Sherlock Holmes.

Any favorite hobbies or talents that are “flying under the radar” that you’d like to share with your colleagues? I play the bagpipes.

What does it feel like to be working at the PA during this period, when we are essentially transforming each of our major airport facilities at the same time? I feel engaged. I believe in what we're doing, which really helps to navigate through the challenges, setbacks and frustrations that come with pursuing a

complete transformation of our airports. We talk a lot about the “three pillars”

– Unprecedented Capital Development; World-Class Customer Experience; and 21st Century Governance. There is no other airport system that I know of that is pursuing such an aggressive total transformation program and I consider myself fortunate for this once-in-a- career experience.

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Zero-Emission Truck Makes a Successful Trial RunOn July 19, Port Newark-based Best Transportation took a giant sustainable step forward in the development of the electrification of heavy-duty tractor trailers by becoming the first trucking company to move a container from the Port of New York and New Jersey using an electric vehicle. Powered solely by electric, the truck delivered a 14,000-pound container full of cargo to Costco Wholesale in Monroe, NJ and returned without incident to the Port with an empty container on the same day.

The electric drayage truck produces no exhaust, fumes or other atmospheric-damaging discharge, and is powered by a battery pack that has enough power for about 125 miles per charge. The successful trial run furthers the Port of New York and New Jersey's continuing efforts to reduce diesel and greenhouse gas emissions through the exploration of more efficient processes and improvements across all facilities.

The trucking company next plans to test a zero-emission battery electric terminal tractor (yard hostler)—the most abundant type of cargo handling equipment found at marine terminals. By the end of 2019, one electric drayage truck and 14 electric terminal tractors are expected to serve the New Jersey ports.

Items up for sale include wireless headphones, a child safety gate, Yamaha motorcycle and a Nissan Maxima. Visit the Trading Post for the full list.

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Board Meeting Highlights In case you missed it, here are some happenings from the most recent Board of Commissioners meeting. All Board meetings are livestreamed on the Port Authority’s public website. For the Board schedule, meeting videos, minutes and authorizations, and presentations, visit the PA’s Corporate Information page.

Meeting held July 25 at 2 Montgomery• Honoring Héctor Figueroa: The

Board opened its first Committee meeting with a moment of silence for the late 32BJ SEIU President Héctor Figueroa, who passed away earlier in July, and who was recognized in a recent press release for his leadership and legacy related to last year’s enactment of the $19 minimum wage for airport workers.

• Cashless Tolling Approved at Trans-Hudson Crossings: Continuing its commitment to ensure a 21st century experience for Port Authority customers, the Board approved a $240-million project to install cashless open-road tolling at the George Washington Bridge and Lincoln and Holland tunnels – the last of the agency’s facilities to activate this state-of-the-art technology.

The Port Authority first implemented a cashless tolling system at the Bayonne Bridge in February 2017 and at the Outerbridge Crossing in April 2019. The system will be activated at the Goethals Bridge later this summer.

At the Trans-Hudson crossings, the system will be operational by the fourth quarter of 2020 at the Holland Tunnel, the first quarter of 2021 at the Lincoln Tunnel, and by the third quarter of 2021 at the George Washington Bridge.

Cashless tolling has a variety of benefits beyond an enhanced customer experience. “Today’s action will complete our efforts to bring all of our tolling facilities up to 21st century standards, while reducing travel times and toll plaza delay, improving safety and reducing vehicle emissions from idling cars,” said Chairman Kevin O’Toole in a post-meeting statement.

Read more about the cashless tolling project in the press release.

bridges collectively handled a second-quarter record of 9.3 million vehicles. Together, all PA bridges and tunnels continued a five-year run of steady increases in eastbound traffic in the second quarter of 2019.

Read more in the press release.

• BMW Auto-Processing Lease Reflects Port Trends: The Board authorized the Executive Director to enter into a 10-year lease agreement with BMW of North America for premises at the Port Jersey-Port Authority Marine Terminal for the continued operation of an import automobile processing facility. BMW has been a tenant at Port Jersey since 1987, providing import, export and processing services for brands and models within the BMW corporate group, and is one of three vehicle processors across the agency’s Port facilities.

Auto processing is a key part of the Port Authority’s marine terminal business, generating significant revenue and supporting hundreds of jobs; auto volumes year-to-date through June are greater than the same period in 2018, as reported by Port Director Sam Ruda during the Operations Committee meeting.

• Record Activity at Airports, Port, PATH and SIB: Chief Financial Officer Libby McCarthy shared news of new records across multiple facilities and lines of business.

Airports, ports, and Staten Island bridges reported record activity levels during the first half of 2019, continuing an upward trend of monthly increases in passengers and cargo volume.

John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International, LaGuardia and New York Stewart International airports handled a total of 68.4 million passengers during the first half of 2019, surpassing the previous record for the period of 66.3 million passengers set in 2018.

During the first six months of 2019, the Port of New York and New Jersey set a new record for cargo, handling 3,652,841 TEUs (20-foot equivalent units), continuing the port’s monthly streak of holding the position as the No. 2 port in the nation measured by loaded containers.

• PATH: Average weekday PATH ridership in June 2019 was the highest ever recorded for June at 292,316 and included a record number of weekdays during which ridership exceeded 300,000 passengers. During the first six months of 2019, PATH handled an average weekday ridership of more than 283,000 passengers, which is the highest first six months in PATH history. Continued weekday ridership increases are attributed to the rapid residential development along PATH lines.

Finally, the new Goethals Bridge set a record for vehicle traffic in the first six months of 2019, accommodating 8.59 million eastbound vehicles, an 8.2 percent increase over the previous June record. The three Staten Island

Got News for Next Time?Do you have news from your team, department or employee group to share in the next PA News? Send it to panews@panynj.gov by August 14 to be included in the August 20 issue.

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The team, consisting of current Leadership and Operations Fellows, has organized more than 20 events across the Port District with various service organizations, giving everyone a variety of fun and fulfilling ways they can join their friends and make a difference.

Port Authority’s annual Remembrance Through Renewal Program includes the Month of Service, the Pillars of the Port Authority Awards and the RTR Commemoration Event & Pillars Award Ceremony on September 4.

Staff must receive permission from their supervisor to participate. To sign up, go to the event’s registration page (see below). The password to access each registration page is rtr2019! (be sure to include the exclamation point).

Registration closes one week before the event date. For more details, visit the RTR eNet page or contact Raquel Pinto (rpinto@panynj.gov) or Anlly Palacios (apalacios@panynj.gov).

RTR Month of Service ScheduleNational September 11 Memorial and Museum9/5, World Trade Center, NY

Friends of Liberty State Park9/6, Jersey City, NJ

Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden9/9, Staten Island, NY

Lunch Break9/10, Red Bank, NJ

Prospect Park Alliance9/10 Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn Bridge Conservancy9/12, Brooklyn, NY

King Manor9/13, Queens, NY

Greater Newark Conservancy9/13, Newark, NJ

The Hoboken Shelter9/16, Hoboken, NJ

ARC Sound the Alarm9/17, Manhattan, NY

St. John’s Bread and Life9/18, Brooklyn, NY

Elijah’s Promise Garden9/18, New Brunswick, NJ

New York Blood Center Blood Drive9/19, 4 World Trade Center, NY

City Harvest: Astoria Mobile Market9/19, Astoria, NY

Battery Park Authority 9/20, Manhattan, NY

Hire Heroes9/20, 4 World Trade Center, NY

Elijah’s Promise High Tunnel9/23, New Brunswick, NJ

New York Transit Museum9/23, Brooklyn, NY

City Harvest: St. Mary’s Park Mobile Market9/24, Bronx, NY

PA Veterans Association Care Packages9/26, 4 World Trade Center, NY

Project Hospitality9/26, Staten Island, NY

Billion Oyster Project9/27, Governors Island, NY

New for 2019! RTR Children’s Coloring Event Remembrance Through Renewal is about honoring and connecting with our Port Authority family. This year the RTR Team is extending the program to your family with two new Children’s Coloring Events. Bring your children and families to a creative coloring session – kids will have the opportunity to color custom-designed Port Authority and memorial imagery, which will be displayed at the RTR Commencement Event on September 4.

For more information on the sessions and to sign up, click on the event title. The password to register is rtr2019! (be sure to include the exclamation point).Children’s Coloring Event - NYSaturday, 8/24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.WTC Oculus, Manhattan

Children’s Coloring Event - NJFriday, 8/30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Journal Square, Jersey City

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Troops with PAVA Care Package Drive For family and friends serving in the U.S. Military overseas, receiving a care package from home is worth more than what’s inside the box – it’s a sign of support and appreciation.

As part of this year’s Remembrance Through Renewal program, the Port Authority Veterans Association (PAVA) is holding its second annual care package drive. Through generous donations from PA employees, PAVA sent 85 care packages last year to service members overseas, reaching an engineering team at Chabelley Airfield in East Africa, those aboard the USS Truman, and members of the 380th ADAB Air Expeditionary Wing in Al Dhafra, United Arab Emirates.

Can we surpass last year’s successful drive? It’s a big effort – and there are several ways you can get involved.

Know a Service Member Overseas? If you have friends or family

deployed in remote locations overseas whose squad or unit could benefit from gifts from home, let PAVA know. Please email the service member’s name, unit name and FPO/AE address to pava@panynj.gov.

Donate Items or Sponsor a Care Package

Care packages contain items that

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Day in the Role August Spotlight: Office of Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion are standards that inform everything we do at the Port Authority. This month, the Office of Diversity & Inclusion takes the spotlight through the Day in the Role Program.

Through this month’s activities, staff can learn more about how the D&I office supports an inclusive, equitable agency by working with diverse local businesses, upholding Equal Employment Opportunity laws and supporting PA’s Employee Resource Groups.

View the complete agenda for descriptions of all events. All events require an RSVP. To RSVP, please email Jennifer

Tejada-Tatis at jtejada@panynj.gov.

EVENT DATE & TIME ACTIVITY RSVP DEADLINE

Tuesday, August 1310:30-11:30 a.m.

Speed Job-Shadowing with the Business Diversity Team** Application is required to attend

August 6

Tuesday, August 13 2-3 p.m.

Speed Job-Shadowing with the Workforce Diversity & Inclusion Team and EEO Compliance Team* * Application is required to attend

August 6

Wednesday, August 14 10-11:30 a.m.

Mixer: Getting to Know the Office of the Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer

August 7

Tuesday, August 202-3 p.m.

Employee Resource Group Coordination Council Meeting

August 14

Thursday, August 292-4 p.m.

Visit our Jamaica Resource Center for a MWBE Roundtable

August 22

Saturday, September 79 a.m.-6 p.m.

Circle of Sisters Expo with the PA’s Supplier Diversity Program

August 29

UPCOMING DAY IN THE ROLE PROGRAMS

• September: Aviation• October: PATH• November: Tunnels, Bridges & Terminals

provide comforts from home, like nonperishable snacks, small toiletries, undershirts and socks, notepads and pens, and fun things like a deck of cards – view a list of PAVA’s suggested items.

Drop off donated items in the PAVA box at the 17th Floor elevator banks of 4 WTC and at PA facilities in employee areas.

You can also offer your support by sponsoring a care package with a $20 donation – just send cash or check (payable to Port Authority Veterans Association) via PA interoffice mail to PAVA Treasurer Ryan Flanagan at 4 WTC, 17th Floor, or you can Venmo PAVA at @PAVAERG.

Get Packing for a Good CauseFinally, PAVA is also looking for

volunteers to help pack up the boxes at 4 World Trade Center on September 26 as part of the Remembrance Through Renewal Month of Service.

To sign up for the packing event, visit the Eventbrite page and enter the password rtr2019! (be sure to include the exclamation point).

Discount ProgramPort Authority employees and retirees can take advantage of hundreds of discounts at stores, theaters, theme parks, and more through Working Advantage, the PA’s Employee Discount Program partner. Visit www.workingadvantage.com and use the PA Member ID number – 405042634.

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2nd Annual Military Care Package Collection

For more information contact PAVA@PANYNJ.GOV

Port Authority Veterans Association is collecting items for a care package packing event. We will be packaging items collected at all Port Authority facilities and sending them to remote military bases and units

around the world.

The PA’s D&I team supports diversity in all the ways we do business – including networking with minority- and women-owned firms at events around the bistate area, as shown here earlier this year.

Photos: Conrad B

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