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Nick Tonsich - Helping Maintain the Port and Community

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Nick Tonsich - Helping Maintain the Port and Community

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Nick Tonsich - Helping Maintain the Port and Community

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Whittier College alumnus Nick Tonsich is a lawyer who served as a managing partner at Glaser & Tonsich LLP from 1998 to 2014. Mr. Tonsich now serves as the president of Ocean Terminal Services, Inc., a maintenance and repair company located in San Pedro, California. Outside of his professional obligations, Nick Tonsich works at the San Pedro and Wilmington branches of the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor (BGCLAH).

BGCLAH was established in 1937 with a mission to help young people achieve their maximum potential through a wide range of quality programs provided in safe and inspiring environments. The clubs currently operate in 13 locations and influence the lives of at least 2,000 children every day.

As a testament to its work, BGCLAH recently announced that one of its beneficiaries, 18-year-old Melanie Fontelera, made history when she became the first young person from the Harbor area to be named as Los Angeles County Youth of the Year.

A model student, Fontelera is a senior at San Pedro High School. She has already been accepted by 10 colleges with several scholarship offers. Fontelera credits BGCLAH as an important factor in her journey.

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor Nick Tonsich Winner of Youth Award

Former attorney Nick Tonsich leads Clean Air Engineering-Maritime, Inc. (CAEM), and Ocean Terminal Services, Inc. (OTS), in Los Angeles as president and chief executive officer. In addition to these roles, Nick Tonsich serves on various boards and belongs to the board of trustees of Toberman Community Center.

Since 1903, Toberman Neighborhood Center (TNC) has worked to help its community in areas such as gang prevention, academic programs, and family services, such as parenting classes. TNC currently maintains three parenting programs, Triple P and Raising Thriving Kids in addition to Grandparents as Parents.

The Triple P, or Positive Parenting Program, highlights how parents can dramatically change how their family operates by making small changes or adhering to simple routines. In essence, the program instructs parents to understand the way their family functions and find a structure that is harmonious and sustainable. Triple P also teaches parents various strategies for dealing with problem behaviors consistently and positively.

Meanwhile, the Raising Thriving Kids program lasts 10 hours over the course of five sessions. The goal of this program is to teach parents about the 40 Developmental Assets that have been laid out by the Search Institute. Taught through TNC's academic programs, these assets serve as foundational skills for all children. Upon completing Raising Thriving Kids, parents obtain a certificate of completion.

Nick Tonsich Parenting Programs Toberman Neighborhood Center

Nick Tonsich, who leads Clean Air Engineering Maritime, Inc., in San Pedro, California, is a proud supporter of the Port of Los Angeles Charter High School. From 2009 until 2012, Nick Tonsich sat on the board of trustees for this institution, which has offered a free education emphasizing college prep since 2003.

Helping students achieve their goals in higher education, the Port of Los Angeles Charter High School maintains a specialized curriculum in international affairs and maritime studies for those interested in majoring in those fields in the future. With an emphasis on understanding global events and cultures, as well as technological proficiency, graduates are able to communicate effectively and become better world citizens.

The school holds many awards and certifications, most recently achieving the 2015 California Gold Ribbon Schools Award, recognizing the positive climate and creativity in its teaching methods. Graduation and college enrollment rates hover around 98 percent, with many students going on to prestigious schools such as UC Berkeley and Yale University.

Charter High School Nick Tonsich Port of Los Angeles

For nearly a decade, Nick Tonsich has served as the president and CEO of Ocean Terminal Services and Clean Air Engineering-Maritime. He previously served as a partner at Glaser & Tonsich, LLP and has served on numerous charitable and civic boards. In his free time, Nick Tonsich loves traveling to countries in Asia and Europe.

Tourists love visiting many of Europe's most popular cities, such as London, Berlin, and Paris. However, the continent is full of cities that often go un-visited despite being just as unique and exciting. Below are some of the most underrated cities in Europe:

- Belgrade, Serbia: a perfect destination for travelers in their 20s and 30s, Belgrade has developed its own interesting feel by adopting numerous styles. Although the city has had a rough history, it is still holding on to past while slowly creeping into the future. This gives many visitors the feeling of being in a time warp.

- Helsinki, Finland: complete with trendy galleries and boutiques, and plenty of one-of-a-kind restaurants, Helsinki has been described as a combination of Stockholm and Copenhagen. This city is full of museums for those visitors who enjoy history and has a bustling nightlife for tourists who want a memorable experience.

- Bibury, England: despite being featured in a number of paintings and other artwork, Bibury has been largely ignored by tourists who favor visiting London. This city is ideal for nature-loving travelers and is a great place for those who want to relax. Visitors can enjoy calming strolls around the city streets or go on horseback through its breathtaking country scenery.

The former president of the Port of Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners, Nick Tonsich serves as the president of both Ocean Terminal Services, Inc., and Clean Air Engineering-Maritime, Inc. He began serving in these positions while he was still practicing maritime and environmental law as a partner at Glaser & Tonsich, LLP. In his free time, Nick Tonsich enjoys coaching youth sports.

You most likely already know that having your children participate in sports keeps them healthy and helps to keep their weight down. However, there are several additional benefits you may not have given much thought to. Below are a few examples:
Chance to socialize
Most youth sports involve a team and a coach, and this puts children in a position to interact with others. By having your child in team sports, you give them the opportunity to make new friends and improve their socialization skills. Youth sports can also teach your child about fair competition and cooperation.
Uses their extra energy
Keeping up with kids can be tough, and you may feel that your children just have too much energy. Youth sports are a great solution to this common problem, because they can use up much of a child's excess energy. After a day at practice, your kids can return home tired, ready to sleep, and feeling their day was one of accomplishment.
Improves self-esteem
As children age, their self-esteem often decreases. Fortunately, youth sports can improve self-esteem by allowing your child to feel like part of a team. By contributing to a group, children feel more valued and learn to feel good about themselves. Further, the various health benefits of youth sports can also help to promote a positive body image.

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Whittier College alumnus Nick Tonsich is a lawyer who served as a managing partner at Glaser & Tonsich LLP from 1998 to 2014. Mr. Tonsich now serves as the president of Ocean Terminal Services, Inc., a maintenance and repair company located in San Pedro, California.

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Nick Tonsich - President/CEO @ Clean Air Engineering - Maritime, Inc - CrunchBase

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The president and CEO of Ocean Terminal Services (OTS) and Clean Air Engineering-Maritime (CAEM), Nick Tonsich has been leading the two companies since 2008 and 2012, respectively. Responsible for...

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Ports O’ Call developers respond to harsh criticism of lease negotiations

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As lease negotiations for Ports O' Call drag on, critics have begun to take some public shots, suggesting that the chosen developers may not have what it takes for the ambitious redevelopment project.

Chief among them has been former restaurant owner John Papadakis, who at the May 1 harbor commission meeting said developers were "empty-handed and unprepared," lacking substance and financial backing.

He's made similar comments more than once in recent months as extensions have been granted for the ongoing land lease deal that includes negotiations about which parties will pay for infrastructure improvements. The process recently has been broadened to look at other city entities that might contribute to what developers believe will be a regional and citywide attraction.

Developers on Friday struck back at Papadakis in a letter to the Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners, calling his remarks "inaccurate and uninformed." Copies also were sent to Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and Councilman Joe Buscaino.

"After spending over $200,000 in third-party services and several hundred thousand more in staff costs, our hands were not empty nor were we unprepared," wrote Wayne Ratkovich, president of The Ratkovich Co. which together with Jerico Development in San Pedro - working under the umbrella name of L.A. Waterfront Alliance - was chosen by the Port of Los Angeles in 2012 for the redevelopment of Ports O' Call on San Pedro's waterfront.

"We sponsored a plan for the entire Ports O' Call site, presented the plan at two well-attended public meetings, thoroughly investigated legal and environmental issues and secured serious interest from a tenant whose presence would be a catalyst for a dramatic redevelopment of the site," the letter stated.

The commission's last vote extends the negotiations potentially until Nov. 4 with 30-day updates to make sure progress is being made. Because talks are confidential, little is known about the details, although on May 1 the commission approved doing a feasibility study that would be paid for by the port rather than the developer.

Papadakis isn't the only one questioning the project's progress.

"At a certain point in time, results need to be produced," former Harbor Commissioner Nick Tonsich told the commissioners on May 1.

"We've heard there's been disagreement over the port and developer over how much each will be required to contribute," Fred DiBernardo, who owns a realty company, told commissioners. He asked them to consider whether the developer "deserves" another extension.

But port officials and developers have said the process has not stalled; it simply is very complex.

Extensions have been granted because progress is being made in the talks, said Port of Los Angeles spokesman Phillip Sanfield.

The financial feasibility study originally was to be done by developers but now is being handled by the port, Sanfield said, because of the potential broadened scope of funding coming from other city entities.

"We decided to take this on because we want to make sure all the parties within the city get the quantity and quality of information for us to do our due diligence," Sanfield said.

Ratkovich's two-page letter went on to clarify the negotiations status.

"There was no commitment from the port that the infrastructure needed for the development of the waterfront would be in place," Ratkovich wrote in his letter to commissioners. "We knew we would have to make major advances in the development concept before financing could be secured. We knew environmental issues needed to be fully resolved and we knew we would have to secure the support of the San Pedro and surrounding communities."

Efforts to revitalize Ports O' Call Village, a quaint seaside shopping destination that opened in the early 1960s, have spanned several council offices and languished for years despite several attempts to redevelop the 30-acre property.

Ratkovich wrote that while Papadakis has been "a passionate and caring voice for San Pedro and for the city's waterfront," his criticisms of the developers are unfounded.

As to his claim that The Ratkovich Co. lacks monetary and development substance, Ratkovich said the company has developed more than 9 million square feet of projects with more than $2 billion in investments. He went on to list the company's financial institutions that have invested in projects.

"The redevelopment of the Ports O' Call site is very challenging and its success will require the support of the city of Los Angeles, the Port of Los Angeles and the San Pedro and Wilmington communities along with skillful development," Ratkovich wrote in the letter to commissioners.

"We fully respect the right of people to express opinions that are contrary to ours so long as those opinions are factually accurate. The comments by John Papadakis do not come close to meeting that simple standard."

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As lease negotiations for Ports O' Call drag on, critics have begun to take some public shots, suggesting that the chosen developers may not have what it takes for the ambitious redevelopment project. Chief among them has been former restaurant owner John Papadakis, who at the May 1 harbor commission meeting said developers were "empty-handed and unprepared," lacking substance and financial backing.

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Company racing to clean up ship pollution in ports – Orange County Register

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One day last week, Clean Air Engineering-Maritime Inc. pulled a barge alongside a container ship in the Port of Los Angeles.

A 130-foot-tall tower with a boom attached was slowly swung out over the hulking ship hauling thousands of containers.

A crane operator navigated the boom to line up with the ship's smokestacks. Then a cone-shaped device was lowered down over the ship's smokestack, where the diesel engine's hot and dirty air started to cascade through the ductwork, which is connected to ceramic filters bolted to the deck.

The barge is the brainchild of Nick Tonsich, founder of San Pedro-based Clean Air Engineering, who's sunk more than $6.5 million since 2009 into developing the barge. The ship emissions capturing system first began deployment at the Port of Los Angeles in April with a Hapag-Lloyd ship.

The project was funded in part by a $1.5 million grant provided through the port's technology advancement program. Clean Air Engineering also is working with Owosso, Mich.-based Tri-Mer Corp., which makes the ceramic filter system, and Curtin Maritime, a Long Beach-based barge company.

Clean Air Engineering has been testing out the capturing system on container ships to get the kinks ironed out. The real testing begins next week, with state smog regulators watching over Tonsich's shoulders.

Tonsich said he needs to collect 200 hours of monitoring time with the California Air Resources Board. Once he passes that hurdle, the clock starts on Tonsich's marketing to shipping lines that want to reduce air pollution in the Los Angeles and Long Beach ports - and other ports in the Western U.S.

"We anticipate all of the data will be submitted to CARB for review by the end of June," Tonsich said. "If there's a market, we will build more barges."

But there's a potential catch on his company's launch.

The barge is remarkably similar to one being built in the Port of Long Beach by Ruben Garcia, founder and president of Carson-based Advanced Cleanup Technologies Inc.

A patent litigation lawsuit was filed by Tonsich against Garcia - potentially tripping up ACTI's attempt to gain a competitive edge over Clean Air Engineering and ultimately win the race to supply ship emissions-capturing systems on a grander scale.

The gist of the patent dispute centers on who designed the capturing systems used to attach the ductwork of the two competing systems, according to Tonsich.

ACTI's capture system "locks" onto the smokestacks, whereas Clean Air Engineering's system is shaped like a cone and slips over the smokestack's tip.

The patent lawsuit may go to trial this summer, Tonsich said.

The disagreement also has become complicated by the fact that Tonsich, formerly the president of the Harbor Commission in the Port of Los Angeles in the mid-2000s, invested $200,000 and owns 15 percent of ACTI.

"He does not own any part of ACTI or have any interest in any company with me," Garcia countered.

Garcia is still building his barge-based clean-technology system. In recent weeks, welders, electricians, crane operators and others have been busy at Berth C-58 in Long Beach, building the first of ACTI's eventual fleet of barges that will be loaded with scrubbers once designed to clean coal-fired plants.

The process of how the scrubbers work is simple - and similar to Clean Air Engineering's. ACTI's scrubbers use ductwork that runs up the neck of the tower to the beaklike boom, where it then twists to reach out over the container ship to the smokestack.

The ductwork has an end piece that locks into any sized smokestack and captures superhot gases and sooty particulate matter. The scrubber technology is designed to replace - or enhance - plug-in shore power.

Contact the writer: 562-243-5497 or pmaio@lbregister.com

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One day last week, Clean Air Engineering-Maritime Inc. pulled a barge alongside a container ship in the Port of Los Angeles. A 130-foot-tall tower with a boom attached was slowly swung out over the hulking ship hauling thousands of containers. A crane operator navigated the boom to line up with the ship's smokestacks.

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Our Team | Clean Air Engineering - Maritime

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Nicholas Tonsich: Attorney (1988 - present); Principal in Clean Air Engineering - Maritime, Inc. LA Harbor Commission President (2001 to 2005); Owner, Ocean Terminal Services, Inc. (maintenance and repair company employs 105 ILWU mechanics for repair of terminal equipment and quayside cranes in Los Angeles/Long Beach (2008 - present)