Community
Helping Make SW Washington a Great Place to Live and Work
The Port of Vancouver USA’s purpose is to bring jobs and revenue to our community. Port land is developed for maritime and industrial businesses that provide living-wage jobs, revenue for local and regional public services and a vital connection to the international marketplace.
Bringing Jobs Home
The port and businesses located on the port create about 2,300 direct jobs, earning nearly $99 million in annual payroll. The port plans to add between 3,000-4,000 more jobs within the next 15 years with the redevelopment of the former aluminum production properties, development of light industrial property north of Lower River Road and, in the longer-term, at the Columbia Gateway property.
Helping to Fund our Community’s Future
In addition to providing jobs, the port generates revenue for our schools, police and fire services, roads, and other essential public services. This revenue comes from taxes, payroll and disposable income generated by port tenants, customers and their employees. The port currently provides about $82 million in tax revenue each year, and expects to double this revenue in the next 15 years.
Including the Community
We understand that as our neighbors, you have a vested interest in how the port operates and grows. Your comments and involvement are encouraged and appreciated. There are a number of ways to be involved through regular commission meetings, tours, public meetings in person or the web site. You can also contact us if you would like a port representative to attend your next group meeting.
Upcoming Meetings:
The Port of Vancouver hosts public meetings to take input on projects, policies and issues. Click here to go to the home page, then click on the Upcoming meetings link to see a current list. Please join us, email your comments to info@portvanusa.com, or call us at 360-693-3611.
Photo Policy
The Port of Vancouver USA is fully cooperative with the media, and intends to provide access for photography whenever possible. However, the port does reserve the right to decline requests if circumstances prevent the port from granting access.
Media requests for photography on any and all port property will be reviewed taking into consideration:
- Credentials of news gathering entity
- Availability of qualified escort personnel
- Sensitivity to the media outlet’s deadlines
- Subject of story/photo opportunity request
- Sensitivity of customers, nature of cargo, terminal activities, cargo handling operations, etc.
- Current MARSEC security levels
Within its maritime facilities, the Port of Vancouver USA is subject to Department of Homeland Security regulations as enforced by the U.S. Coast Guard and does not grant requests from members of the public, political candidates, or elected officials to take photographs within the marine terminals at the Port of Vancouver.
Photography is also not permitted during the port’s public tours, due to the same security regulations.
Media requests for access to the terminals should be directed to the port’s communications office at 360-992-1107. All media requests will be considered by the port’s communications and operations staff before approval is granted.
Monthly Outreach Reports:
Outreach reports summary the port’s public input and activities each month.