Port of Whitman County

In November, the Port hosted the last Economic Development Informational Meeting (EDIM) before the new year. Thank you to everyone who joined us this year! We look forward to more opportunities to learn from one another in 2025. To access materials from our November meeting, visit: https://lnkd.in/grep8H_A #economicdevelopment #whitmancounty

What keeps you up at night as a business owner? Maybe it is managing your finances and the day-to-day tasks of your business, building up a long-term customer base, marketing yourself on the internet, or working across state lines, generational differences, or international borders. There are over 3,000 businesses in Whitman County, each one contributing something different to our local community and economy. As we close out 2024, the Port wants to learn from you. Next year, the Port will be offering trainings for small business owners informed by your input and ideas. We have the ability to host subject matter experts and share professional development content at no cost to you. Help us identify how best to serve you by filling out our survey: https://lnkd.in/gPNaZyyX Or send an email to ado@portwhitman.com and share: • what do you love about having a business on the Palouse? • what challenges have you encountered? • what support do you need from local government?

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, December 5th, for our regularly scheduled Port Commission meeting. Port Commission meetings are located at 302 N. Mill Street and virtually. To view the meeting agenda and online meeting link, please visit https://lnkd.in/gCURtyVD.

What might happen to Washington State’s transportation network if we can no longer use barges on the lower Snake River? Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)'s Lower Snake River Dams Transportation Study is beginning to look at how potential dam removal could affect transportation in our region. In July, WSDOT spoke at the Port of Whitman County's economic development meeting to share about the study and recently let us know they have an online open house on the study, available November 15 through December 6. There is an opportunity for public input after reviewing the online material. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-WH3vDE

Today, the Port of Whitman County Commissioners approved the Port’s 2025 budget after a discussion and public hearing. The budget outlines the Port’s expected revenues from its leases and tax levy, and its expenditures for operations, debt service, and capital investments to support economic vitality of Whitman County and the region. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g5xxt4xq

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, November 21st, for our regularly scheduled Port Commission meeting. Port Commission meetings are located at 302 N. Mill Street and virtually. To view the meeting agenda and online meeting link, please visit https://lnkd.in/gCURtyVD.

The Port of Whitman County is partnering with Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to host a cybersecurity training for small businesses next Wednesday, November 20th, from 9am to 12pm at the Pullman Parks & Recreation Center. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gyv6-WiM

Today, the Port of Whitman County Commissioners authorized an earnest money agreement for a property behind Colfax High School as a potential site for a new childcare facility. The Commission’s action comes after several months of community engagement around and analysis of the gaps and needs for childcare in Whitman County. “Consistent with the Port’s mission and our role as Whitman County’s associate development organization, we are learning more, responding to the community’s needs, and determining how best to support this as a workforce and quality-of-life issue," said Port Commission President Tom Kammerzell. "This is yet another example of the Port broadening its efforts across Whitman County.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDvvFSNq #colfaxwa #childcare

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, November 7th, for our regularly scheduled Port Commission meeting. Port Commission meetings are located at 302 N. Mill Street and virtually. To view the meeting agenda and online meeting link, please visit https://lnkd.in/gCURtyVD.

On this day in 1958, an election was held to establish a port district in Whitman County, leading to the creation of the Port of Whitman County. Today, the Port remains dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people in Whitman County through industrial real estate, multi-modal transportation, economic development, and on-water recreation. Learn more about Port history: https://lnkd.in/gNXnpj4c https://lnkd.in/gA4974xv