Voters may decide in August to allow Port of Everett boundary expansion
EVERETT—In a historic action, the Port of Everett Commission on Tuesday unanimously passed Resolution No. 1220, directing Port staff to submit a proposition to expand the existing boundary of the Port District to the Snohomish County Council for voter consideration. This is the first resolution of its kind in 205 years since the citizens voted to […]
Port of Everett discusses expansion, seeks community feedback
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., November 16, 2023—Economic Alliance of Snohomish County held a Coffee Chat Tuesday, November 7, welcoming the Port of Everett as guests for an informative virtual conversation on the topic of port boundary expansion. The purpose of the chat was to discuss the Port potentially “exploring beyond its boundaries,” as Lisa Lefeber, Port […]
Port of Everett holds Open House updating the public on Mukilteo waterfront redevelopment
MUKILTEO, Wash., November 2, 2023—The Port of Everett and Mukilteo city staff held an open house at Rosehill Community Center, Wednesday, November 1, to update the public on the latest happenings with waterfront development planning and offer the chance to weigh in on early artist renderings showcasing what the future of the Mukilteo waterfront could […]
Economic Alliance Snohomish County hosts virtual Coffee Chat with the Port of Everett
Everett, Wash., November 1, 2023—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is hosting a virtual event on November 7, 2023, featuring a discussion with the Port of Everett on port boundaries and potential expansion. In 2018 and 2019, the Port conducted a Strategic Plan outreach effort, which revealed community interest in expanding its boundaries to serve more […]
Port of Everett Seaport hires Cara Craig as new Trade Development Director
EVERETT, WASH., August 31, 2023—The Port of Everett has welcomed Cara Craig as its new Trade Development Director to support continued growth of the Port of Everett’s international seaport division, which represents nearly $30 billion in U.S. import and export value annually. Craig officially joined the Port on Aug. 28 to provide a critical interface […]
County officials attend National Association of Counties conference in Texas
AUSTIN, TX, August 27, 2023—Snohomish County Treasurer Brian Sullivan attended the National Association of Counties (NACo) annual conference and exposition in Austin, Texas on July 21 through July 24. Also attending the conference were County Councilman Sam Low and Stephanie Wright, Executive Policy Director for Snohomish County. “You’d be surprised what you learn from these […]
Port of Everett hosts Transportation and Infrastructure Committee forum
EVERETT, Wash., August 7, 2023—Members of the House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee met with local leaders at the Port of Everett today, August 7, to discuss infrastructure investments in the Pacific Northwest. On the committee side, Ranking Member Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Committee Chair Sam Graves (MO-06), and members Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10), and […]
Council update on the Future of the Mukilteo Waterfront Development Project
MUKILTEO, Wash., July 19, 2023—Council Vice-President Louis Harris and Councilman Tom Jordal, members of the Mukilteo Port of Everett Agreement Negotiating Team, provide the following update to the latest progress to the Waterfront Development Project. As the City Council appointed liaisons to the Port of Everett we want to ensure that the process of partnering […]
Port of Everett turns 105, and looks forward to the next 100 years
EVERETT, Wash., July 13, 2023—The Port of Everett was formed on July 13, 1918, by a landslide vote of the citizens of Everett. Since then, the waterfront has evolved from a once-booming mill town and industrial haven to a thriving and recreational waterfront. To celebrate the Port’s 105th birthday, it is kicking off its annual […]
Port of Everett has been named 2023 Job Creator of the Year
EVERETT, Wash., June 4, 2023—The Port of Everett has been named 2023 Job Creator of the Year by the Washington Public Ports Association (WPPA) for its $40 million Norton Terminal cleanup and redevelopment project. WPPA, a member organization representing the interests of the 75 public port districts in Washington state, presents its annual Job Creator […]
