Barb Hackmann

The agenda included reports from the CEO/Executive Director and the Chief Financial Officer, covering updates on Jetty Island Days, the Public Works Apprenticeship Program, and the first-quarter financial report. Key action items involved an interlocal agreement with Community Transit for job order contracting and Resolution No. 1174 to authorize a boat auction. Departmental reports featured a first-quarter cargo report for marine terminals and a project update regarding the Mukilteo Public Access and Fishing Pier.

The meeting included reports from the CEO and the Chief Finance Officer, focusing on an interlocal agreement with the Everett Public Facilities District. Discussions also covered the authorization to award the Pier 3 electrical upgrades as part of seaport modernization efforts, and an informational update regarding the developer selection process for the Waterfront Place gateway development.

The Commission reviewed the CEO/Executive Director's report concerning upcoming meetings and held a detailed discussion regarding a Change Order Request for the Riverside Business Park Stormwater Pond Maintenance project. The discussion covered value engineering, scope changes to landscaping, and additional infrastructure repairs, leading to the approval of the contract increase. The meeting also addressed the future transfer of utility systems to the City of Everett and included an Executive Session to consult with legal counsel on litigation strategy.

This document reviews the strategic direction of the Port of Everett, focusing on its mission to enhance maritime commerce, jobs, and community health. Key strategic goals include promoting and protecting a balanced waterfront, enabling economic opportunity, environmental stewardship, building a strong regional economy, reflecting community values, and supporting national security and disaster resiliency. The plan is executed through programs centered on sustainable performance, seaport modernization, destination waterfront development, economic development and transportation, outreach and partnerships, and environmental stewardship, all aiming to create quality jobs and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses.

The meeting included action on the Consent Agenda, which involved the approval of prior meeting minutes and bills from November and December 2018. The Executive Director reported on upcoming February Commission Meetings. Key discussions focused on State Legislative Priorities, including a $16.25 million request for the Mill A cleanup (Seaport Modernization project) under the Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA), efforts to stabilize the MTCA fund via legislation in partnership with other ports, and capital budget requests totaling $3 million for South Terminal deepening and $1 million for recreational boat launch dredging. The Commission also addressed condominium reform and supported WSU's request for a Food and Technology center. Under Initiative One, the Commission accepted the completion of the Cargo Transit Shed Relocation Project and authorized contract closeout. Under Initiative Two, the Commission authorized submission of an application to the City of Everett to modify the Waterfront Development Plan to realign Weaver Street for improved efficiency and development benefits. Project updates included seeking authorization to bid for the Ameron-Hulbert Site Trunkline Replacement Phase 2 project and authorizing a contract modification to increase funding capacity for on-call material testing and inspection services with GeoTest, Inc. A status report was provided on the Corps of Engineers Programmatic Permit process, noting delays due to the federal government shutdown. The President reported on the Hotel Indigo topping out ceremony.