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Port of Tacoma Commission to consider second agreement for Port maritime center project
On August 15, Port of Tacoma commissioners will vote on a second interlocal agreement with Tacoma Public Schools for the next planning phase of a new Port Maritime Center and Maritime 253 Skills Center. The Port and the school district are in the process of selecting a design-build team and the next interlocal agreement is needed to advance the project through the design and cost estimate stage.
Commissioners will also consider accepting a grant related to flood control and stormwater infrastructure and authorization of clean-up planning at the Earley Business Center site. Authorization for interim action design at the former Arkema site is also on the agenda, as is a resolution updating the code of governance and conduct.
The meeting begins at 12 p.m. at The Fabulich Center, 3600 Port of Tacoma Road, room 104. Meetings are streamed live on the Port’s website and also archived for later viewing. Public comment may be given in person at the meeting or sent by email to comment@portoftacoma.com. Please visit our public comment procedure page for more information.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP
 Port of Tacoma wins Phoenix Award for Cleanup and Redevelopment Project
In what are considered the Oscars of brownfield remediation, the Port of Tacoma was presented with a Phoenix Award on August 9 for cleaning up and redeveloping a 113-acre site. In a ceremony at the Brownfields 2023 conference in Detroit, the Port was honored for remediation of a Port-owned property known as Parcel 14, which is now home to a redeveloped wetland, a high-tech regional logistics center, and a future highway interchange. Read more ⇒
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 ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP
Port accelerates net zero emission target by a decade
Last month, the Port of Tacoma Commission voted unanimously to phase out greenhouse gas emissions under the Port’s direct control by 2040, accelerating the target from 2050. The commission addressed what are called Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gases, which represent direct emissions from Port-owned and operated buildings and vehicles, and electricity purchased for Port facilities. Read more ⇒
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 ECONOMIC VITALITY
Join us at the WA State Regional Contracting Forum
The 2023 Washington Regional Contracting Forum is coming up on September 20 from
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free, in-person event to connect small, diverse, veteran-owned businesses with public agencies that buy goods and services, including architecture and engineering services. The Port of Tacoma will be among the organizations attending, and we hope to see you there! Learn more ⇒
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 ECONOMIC VITALITY
2023 Tideflats Certification Program
The Port was proud to partner with the Tacoma Public Schools and City of Tacoma Government's 2023 Tideflats Certification Program, where students can earn Forklift or Flagger certifications or even a Merchant Mariner card! Thank you to our tenants who welcomed students from the Warehouse Logistics and Merchant Mariner programs and shared information about jobs available to students once they have received their certification. Read more ⇒
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 COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Coming Sept. 30: Port Touch-a-Truck!
Coming up this fall: bring the whole family to the Port of Tacoma’s upcoming fun public event, Touch-A-Truck 2023! Meet the people who make your port work for you and climb behind the wheel of straddle carriers, trains, and many other key maintenance and security vehicles. Plus, enjoy tasty snacks, fun activities and learn more about the history of the Port. This event is free to attend, but advance registration is required. Sign up here ⇒
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