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Posted on: October 17, 2025

Port Releases 2026 Draft Strategic Budget

The Port is pleased to present a 2026 Draft Strategic Budget supporting the Port's mission to promote sustainable economic development, optimize transportation gateways, and manage publicly owned land and facilities to benefit Whatcom County.

On October 21st there will be a Port staff presentation on the 2026 Draft Strategic Budget which includes a proposed property tax levy. On November 4th there will be a public hearing to receive public comment on the draft budget. On November 18th, the Port Commission is expected to formally adopt the 2026 budget. All meetings will take place starting at 4 pm in the Port Commission chambers located at 1801 Roeder Avenue in Bellingham, WA. Video of Port Commission meetings is live streamed and archived on the Port's You Tube Channel, and people are welcome to submit public comments in person or online over Zoom

Please contact the Port at 360.676.2500 or by email at info@portofbellingham.com if you have any questions about how to submit comments or watch the Commission meetings.

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