A temporary lifeline has been thrown to the official tall ship of Chula Vista, allowing the historic schooner Bill of Rights to remain docked in the South Bay — at least for now.
The 137-foot vessel, a replica of a 1850s-era schooner, had been facing eviction from the harbor it has called home since 2013.
The ship is run by the South Bayfront Sailing Association, which uses the vessel to teach students ages 10 to 18 traditional sailing skills, navigation and teamwork. It also provides training programs for U.S. Navy Sea Cadets…