Port of Everett releases statement on outcome of expansion vote

EVERETT—Snohomish County voters overwhelmingly turned down a ballot measure to expand the existing boundary of the Port District. As of August 7, the ballot measure has only garnered 39.76% support. On March 12, 2024, the Snohomish County Council unanimously approved a motion to place the petition by the Port of Everett for boundary enlargement on the August […]

City of Mukilteo Launches Public Survey on Waterfront Parking Needs

MUKILTEO—The City of Mukilteo is excited to announce the launch of a public survey to better understand the parking needs at the waterfront. This survey marks a significant step forward in the City’s ongoing efforts to develop the waterfront, which has been designated as a Council priority for 2024. One of the initial aspects of […]

Taxation without representation: Tulalip Tribes opposes ballot measure

TULALIP—The Tulalip Tribes are urging the public to vote “no” on the Port of Everett’s Proposition 1 Boundary Enlargement measure this August 6 fearing how the Port’s expansion, if passed, would adversely affect development and taxation on tribal lands and waters. Teri Gobin, Chair for Tulalip Tribes, wrote a letter on Monday, June 22, accusing […]

Port of Everett breaks ground on new Restaurant Row

EVERETT—Port of Everett CEO Lisa Lefeber and Port Commissioner David Simpson joined local business owners at the Port of Everett’s Waterfront Place on Tuesday, July 23, to break ground on its upcoming Restaurant Row project—the future home to Alexa’s Cafe, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, the Net Shed Fish Market, Tapped Public House, and Rustic Cork Bistro. […]

Port of Everett an economic driver for Washington state

EVERETT—Port of Everett CEO Lisa Lefeber delivered her annual Port Report at the Port’s newest hotel, Hotel Indigo, on Tuesday, July 16, addressing the POE’s focus on sustainability, new developments, and the upcoming plan to seek voter’s approval of expanding its boundaries this August. The biggest topic of Lefeber’s report was the boundary expansions – […]

Annual Port Report coming to Everett Waterfront on July 16 

EVERETT—The Port of Everett and Economic Alliance Snohomish County invite the community to the 2024 Port Report to be held on Tuesday, July 16. This annual event offers an annual update and exclusive look at upcoming advancements being brought forth by the Port of Everett’s dedication to growing the regional economy. The Port Report will […]

Calling all Snohomish County businesses for Foreign Trade Zone roundtable

Calling all Snohomish County businesses! The Port of Everett, in partnership with Economic Alliance Snohomish County, is hosting a Foreign Trade Zone 101 roundtable for area businesses on July 16. This crash course will go over what a Foreign Trade Zone is, how to access this tool and why incorporating it could benefit your business […]

Port Of Everett welcomes new Chief Administrative & Financial Officer

EVERETT—The Port of Everett has hired Monique Liard as its new Chief Administrative & Financial Officer. This role manages the Port’s $83 million operating and capital budget, while also overseeing all financial, risk management, purchasing, and information technology functions of the Port. The CAFO position works to advance Port priorities across all business lines and […]

FREE Sail-in Cinema outdoor movies return to Port of Everett

EVERETT—The Port of Everett and presenting sponsor PND Engineers are excited to announce the 9th Annual Sail-in Cinema at Waterfront Place. The one-of-a-kind, free outdoor movie series takes place every Friday night from July 26 thru Aug. 30, offering a selection of films and fun at Boxcar Park. Watch your pick of six movies on a 40-foot inflatable screen. […]

Port of Everett awards $15.2 million contract for new wave of retail/restaurant spaces at Waterfront Place

EVERETT—On Tuesday, June 18, the Port of Everett Commission awarded a $15.2 million contract to Faber Construction to build out the next phase of retail/restaurant buildings at the Port of Everett’s Waterfront Place. The Lynden-based contractor is set to break ground early next month on two new multi-tenant buildings at parcels A6 and A12 along […]