HomeMy WebLinkAboutCONSENT Letter of Support re PTPC dock revitalization JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
Josh Peter, County Administrator
FROM: Heidi Eisenhour, Commissioner
DATE: June 15,2026
SUBJECT: LETTER OF SUPPORT re: Port Townsend Paper Corp to apply for a
grant to revitalize their dock facility
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
Port Townsend Paper Company has asked the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners for a letter
of support for a U.S. Marine Highway grant to revitalize their dock.
ANALYSIS:
The proposed revitalization of the company's pulp shipping dock is an essential investment in
maritime infrastructure. As a designated U.S. Marine Highway community, we recognize the
importance of marine transportation in moving goods efficiently and sustainably. The dock
enables the company to shift more than 300 truckloads per month off regional roadways,
reducing congestion, lowering emissions, improving safety, and preserving roadway
infrastructure.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
RECOMMENDATION:
Discuss, sign and send letter.
REVIEWED BY:
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June 15, 2026
U.S. Department of Transportation
Maritime Administration
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
Washington, DC 20590
Subject: Support for Port Townsend Paper Company's U.S. Marine Highway Grant Application
Dear U.S. Marine Highways Grant Review Committee,
On behalf of the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners,we are pleased to offer our strong
support for Port Townsend Paper Company's application to the U.S. Marine Highway Grant
Program.
Port Townsend Paper Company has been a cornerstone of our local economy for nearly a century,
providing family-wage jobs and supporting the broader economic vitality of Jefferson County. As
one of our largest employers,the mill plays a critical role in sustaining both our industrial base and
our community.
The proposed revitalization of the company's pulp shipping dock is an essential investment in
maritime infrastructure. As a designated U.S. Marine Highway community, we recognize the
importance of marine transportation in moving goods efficiently and sustainably. The dock enables
the company to shift more than 300 truckloads per month off regional roadways,reducing
congestion, lowering emissions, improving safety, and preserving roadway infrastructure.
This project will strengthen supply chain resiliency, support continued industrial operations and
reinforce Port Townsend's historic working waterfront. It reflects the shared goals of economic
development, environmental stewardship, and transportation efficiency.
We strongly believe this project exemplifies the purpose of the U.S. Marine Highway Grant
Program and respectfully urge its favorable consideration.
Thank you for your commitment to supporting maritime infrastructure and the communities that
depend on it.
Sincerely,
Heather Dudley-Nollette, Dist. 1 Heidi Eisenhour, Dist. 2 Greg Brotherton, Dist. 3-Chair
Phone(360) 385-9100 jeffbocc@co.jefferson.wa.us