Pat Millard

This Comprehensive Plan for the Port of Warden serves as a roadmap to establish short- and long-term planning and development goals, enhance economic diversity, and guide fiscal policy. Its core mission is to improve the district's economy through strategic investments in land, buildings, and infrastructure, fostering business retention, expansion, and attraction. Key strategic pillars include: Economic Development, focusing on increasing vitality and diversifying the economic base; Real Estate, ensuring land availability for industries; Business Development, prioritizing attraction to privately owned properties; Creative Leasing, using incentives for new businesses; Recreation and Tourism, supporting and developing recreational opportunities; Community Engagement, educating stakeholders and fostering inter-agency cooperation; and Transportation, promoting efficient multi-modal systems. The plan aims to achieve economic growth, job creation, and compliance with state regulations.