Port Of Port Angeles

The meetings covered a range of operational and administrative topics. Key discussions included updates on the COVID-19 pandemic response, logo branding initiatives, and a broadband feasibility study. The board reviewed investment reports and provided a detailed presentation on the 2020 2nd quarter capital budget, noting adjustments in project costs for maintenance dredging, sewer extensions, and boat haven repairs. Additionally, the board considered a request for a letter of support for the PUD #1 of Clallam County broadband infrastructure grant application and discussed the community partner program and capital budget planning processes.

The meeting agenda included a 2020 budget presentation, an update on the Orion Insurance Company run-off settlement, and the Forks Timber Museum CPP grant. Key business items addressed the Airport Master Plan update, a professional service agreement with Century West, and the Shell settlement. Several resolutions were presented, focusing on the appointment of a Port Treasurer and Port Auditor, as well as establishing an investment policy and authorizing investment in the Local Government Investment Pool. The Board also planned for an executive session to discuss authorized legal or financial matters.

The commission held a work session featuring presentations from twelve entities regarding the 2019 Community Partner Program and discussed funding strategies for projects that support port facilities. The agenda included reports on an Opportunity Zone convening and the Pacific Marine Expo. The commission also reviewed operations such as marine terminal traffic, change orders, and marina occupancy rates. Additionally, the commission authorized the sale of an abandoned vessel through the adoption of Port resolution 18-1187 and re-established the incidental expense fund and advance travel expense account via Port resolution 18-1186.

The board meeting agenda included several items for discussion: an exit conference with the Washington State Auditor, a briefing on legislative priorities for 2023, and a discussion regarding airport rehabilitation. Additionally, the commission reviewed a lease agreement for Dash Air Shuttle, Inc. at Fairchild International Airport and discussed the setup of a utility development fee for sewer infrastructure at the airport.

The meeting covered future agenda items and scheduled subsequent commission meetings for the month of August. Key discussions included an upcoming event hosted by the Clallam County EDC regarding recent gubernatorial guidelines and an open discussion period, followed by an executive session.