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Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Port Of Grays Harbor Commission Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission discussed property management strategies and received updates on the Aberdeen Railroad Corridor Crossing Elimination and Safety Improvement Study. The meeting covered the Language Access Plan requirements, the 2027 budget calendar, and project updates for the Westport Marina, including the Float 21 project and summer activities. The Commission received a report on the T4 Expansion & Redevelopment Project and government affairs updates regarding federal funding and legislation. Operational reports on vessel activity were reviewed. Action items included the approval of rental agreements, authorization of contract change orders, and the award of contracts for the Friends Landing Day Use Area Improvements and the Bowerman Airport Fuel Tank & Apron Rehabilitation project. Additionally, the Commission approved a resolution to expand the Foreign Trade Zone.
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The Commission received reports regarding the City of Aberdeen North Shore Levee Project and the T4 Expansion and Redevelopment Project. Staff provided updates on public affairs, including federal appropriations and grant applications for marina improvements, alongside a vessel activity report. The Commission authorized several contracts, including terminal maintenance dredging, improvements to the Friends Landing Day Use Area, and an amendment for consultant services related to the Hungry Whale Cleanup. Additionally, the Commission adopted resolutions concerning the auction of abandoned vessels, the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program, a grant application for the Sterling Landing Public Access Renovation Project, and the installation of a pretreatment system at Terminal 2. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding real estate, legal matters, and employee performance.
May 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Port of Grays Harbor Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission meeting covered a variety of operational, financial, and development reports, including the 1st Quarter Financial Review and construction updates on the Friends Landing Boat Launch and the Terminal 4 Expansion project. Key actions included approving a change order for the Terminal 4 Dock Fender & Stormwater Upgrades, authorizing a contract for South Aberdeen Mitigation Site monitoring, accepting bids for the Bowerman Airport Fuel System & Apron Rehabilitation, proceeding with a commercial timber sale, and calling for bids on Terminal Maintenance Dredging. Additionally, the Commission authorized amendments to the Westport Marina Tariff and passed a resolution to submit a MARAD PIDP grant application for the Westport Marina Modernization project.
Apr 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Port of Grays Harbor Commission Workshop Minutes
The Commission Workshop focused on operational updates for the Westport Marina, including a review of its history, the fishing industry, and a discussion regarding moorage rates and the waitlist process. The Commission also authorized an amendment to the contract with KPFF Consulting Engineers to provide lighting design services for the T4 Expansion Project, specifically to enhance safety at the East Cargo Yard.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
