Port of Tacoma Commissioners on Wednesday, February 21 will consider a master benefits and salary resolution, a vendor agreement...
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Port of Tacoma Commission to meet February 21
Port of Tacoma Commissioners on Wednesday, February 21 will consider a master benefits and salary resolution, a vendor agreement for employee health coverage, and international commission travel.
Commissioners will also hear briefings about the traffic impact of the Fishing Wars Memorial Bridge closure and master planning for the Earley Business Center.
* The full agenda can be found [ [link removed] ]here ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
* A recap of the February 1 meeting can be found here ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
The meeting begins at 12 p.m. at The Fabulich Center, 3600 Port of Tacoma Road, room 104. Meetings are streamed live [ [link removed] ] 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
[email protected]. Please visit our public comment procedure page [ [link removed] ] for more information.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Reflections on Black History Month Video
Reflections on Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, hear from four members of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) as they reflect on the struggles and successes within the union to build a more inclusive culture on the working waterfront. Watch now ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
ORGANIZATIONAL SUCCESS
February 2024 Working Waterfront
February Working Waterfront is Out
A new edition of Working Waterfront, the Port's monthly news show, has been released! We discuss growing the workforce of the future, the Port Maritime Center project, new EVs joining the fleet, and the Port's participation in Monkeyshines. Watch now ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
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ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP
Electrifying the fleet: New vehicles arrive at the Port of Tacoma
Electric Vehicles Arrive at the Port
The green energy transition is beginning in the vehicle fleet at the Port, with the arrival of charging stations and four new electric SUVs. In January, employees in the Port’s maintenance department began putting four Ford Mustang Mach-Es into service, adding Port logos to their doors. Soon, they’ll be used by employees traveling for business across the Tacoma Tideflats and beyond. Read more ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP
More Trees? Yes Please!
More Trees? Yes, Please!
In her latest dispatch, our Port Biologist writes, "Trees provide a variety of environmental benefits like cleaner air and water, cooling shade, and reduced noise pollution. There is also a correlation between community trees and social connections. In other words, trees bring people together. And a few weeks ago, they brought more than 70 community members to the Port!" Read more ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
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ECONOMIC VITALITY
LEDIF Applications are Due Next Friday
LEDIF Applications are Due February 23
Applications for the Port's Local Economic Development Investment Fund (LEDIF) are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 23! If you're a non-profit or municipal agency based in Pierce County, and your work helps enhance our local economic vitality, you might be eligible. Learn more and apply here ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Spring Bus Tours
Don't Miss Spring Port Bus Tours
This spring, get a behind-the-scenes peek at all the ways the Port keeps our economy moving! Our free bus tours shine a light on how we connect customers, cargo and community. Tours last approximately two hours and advance reservations are required. Reserve your spot today ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
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Social Media Round-Up
Feb24 Facebook: Monkeyshines [ [link removed] ]
Folks have been asking where our beautiful 2024 #Monkeyshines [ [link removed]*NK-R ] came from. The answer is: the same place they come from every year! Read more ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
Feb24 Instagram: Have a Rainbow [ [link removed] ]
If your outlook this morning is a little less than rosy... "Here, Have a Rainbow!" from your friends at the Port of Tacoma. #Its a Beautiful Monday [ [link removed] ]... Read more ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
Feb24 LinkedIn: Matson [ [link removed] ]
It's the start of the week and it's time to get down to business. Let's take some #productivity [ [link removed] ] inspiration from Crowley [ [link removed] ] and Foss Maritime Company [ [link removed] ] tugs... Read more ⇒ [ [link removed] ]
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