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Port of Tacoma Commission to meet January 17
Port of Tacoma Commissioners on January 17 will vote on 2024 board and workgroup assignments. Commissioners Kristin Ang and Deanna Keller will take the ceremonial oath of office.
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The full agenda can be found here ⇒
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A recap of the December 19 meeting can be found here ⇒
ORGANIZATIONAL SUCCESS
 Announcing the Premiere of Working Waterfront
The Port is excited to launch Working Waterfront: Stories from the Port of Tacoma, a monthly, five-minute news-style show that provides information on the latest Port projects and initiatives. In the premiere episode, we cover the project updates on the Port Maritime Center, Blair Waterway and the Port’s decarbonization efforts. Watch now ⇒
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ECONOMIC VITALITY
 How the Port Launches Future Careers
For Vanessa Walker, it was a big moment. Walker became interested in welding by watching videos, and on an early December visit to the Port of Tacoma’s maintenance building got a chance to try it for the first time. “That was pretty cool. I can definitely see myself doing this as a career,” Walker said. Read more ⇒
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ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP
 Volunteer to Plant Trees at the Port
Calling volunteers of all ages! Please join us Saturday, January 20 from 9am-1pm for a tree planting event at the Port. Coordinated with Tacoma Tree Foundation and the City of Tacoma, we will plant 50 trees along Marshall Avenue. All planting tools and equipment as well as light snacks will be provided. Please register prior to January 16 ⇒
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
 Maritime Center: We Want to Hear from You!
The design and site master planning process for the new Port Maritime Center is underway! The new campus, which will include a new Port of Tacoma office building and Tacoma Public Schools’ Maritime|253 skills center, provides exciting opportunities for our community amenities. A wide range of voices contributing input will help ensure the project's success! Let us know your thoughts ⇒
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ECONOMIC VITALITY
 Apply for 2024 LEDIF Funding
Applications for the Port's Local Economic Development Investment Fund (LEDIF) are now open for 2024! Every year, the Port dedicates a portion of its revenue toward partnership projects that enhance the economic vitality of Pierce County. If you're a local non-profit or municipal agency and your work helps grow our local economy, you might be eligible. Learn more and apply here ⇒
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 For those willing to rise before the sun this morning, the breathtaking view from SWELL was ample reward. Read more ⇒
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 'Tis the season for red and green... Chum salmon! Chum are an environmental gift that keeps on giving... Read more ⇒
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