EDA awards $6. 2M for Westport Marina dock replacement

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  The Port of Grays Harbor received a $6.2 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration“The United States Economic Development Administration (EDA), a bureau of the United States Department of Commerce, has awarded the Port of Grays Harbor a $6.2 million grant for the replacement of Westport Marina Float 21.”
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  The grant will be matched by $2.6 million in non-federal funds“The grant will be matched by $2.6 million in non-federal funds.”
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  The project will total $8.8 millionNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Westport Marina, Washington's top seafood landing port, has aging docks ranging from 45 to 60 years old“With the floating dock infrastructure ranging from 45-60 years old, the port embarked on the Marina Modernization Plan in 2022 to replace, rehabilitate and reconfigure the Westport Marina docks through a multifaceted, phased approach.”
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  The project is part of a 2022 modernization plan“With the floating dock infrastructure ranging from 45-60 years old, the port embarked on the Marina Modernization Plan in 2022 to replace, rehabilitate and reconfigure the Westport Marina docks through a multifaceted, phased approach.”
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  The project will replace Floats 19 and 21“Following the removal of Floats 19 and 21, the project will construct wider and longer slips to meet the needs of the growing commercial fishing fleet at the Westport Marina.”
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  The project will include 15 new 55-foot slips“Extending from a 495-lineal-foot main float, the new configuration will include fifteen 55-foot slips, six 90-foot slips, one 100-foot slip, and a 154-foot end tie, accommodating the larger vessels that deliver seafood to Westport.”
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  The project will include six 90-foot slips“Following the removal of Floats 19 and 21, the project will construct wider and longer slips to meet the needs of the growing commercial fishing fleet at the Westport Marina. Extending from a 495-lineal-foot main float, the new configuration will include fifteen 55-foot slips, six 90-foot slips, one 100-foot slip, and a 154-foot end tie, accommodating the larger vessels that deliver seafood to Westport.”
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  The project will include one 100-foot slip“one 100-foot slip, and a 154-foot end tie, accommodating the larger vessels that deliver seafood to Westport.”
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  The project will include a 154-foot end tie“a 154-foot end tie, accommodating the larger vessels that deliver seafood to Westport.”
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  Upgrades include new steel piles“These upgrades including robust electrical service, potable water, lighting, and fire suppression will provide a modern facility for the fleet while improving safety and reducing environmental impacts on the harbor. With the project fully permitted and a complete funding package in place, port staff are eager to move the project forward to construction. ”
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  Upgrades include an 80-foot gangway“an 80-foot by 5-foot gangway, and a full suite of utilities.”
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  Upgrades include modern utilities like electrical service“These upgrades including robust electrical service, potable water, lighting, and fire suppression will provide a modern facility for the fleet while improving safety and reducing environmental impacts on the harbor.”
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  Upgrades include modern utilities like fire suppression“These upgrades including robust electrical service, potable water, lighting, and fire suppression will provide a modern facility for the fleet while improving safety and reducing environmental impacts on the harbor.”
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  Port Commission President Stan Pinnick called the grant 'a critical first step' for the marinaNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Port Commission President Stan Pinnick noted the grant supports hundreds of jobs“We are incredibly grateful to the EDA for this funding opportunity to kick-off the modernization of the Marina’s floating dock infrastructure that supports hundreds of jobs and a diverse working waterfront,”
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  Westport Marina General Manager Molly Bold stated the project 'is a significant win for the commercial fishing industry'“"This project is a significant win for the commercial fishing industry," shared Westport Marina General Manager Molly Bold.”
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  The project addresses growing demand for modern moorage facilities“As more vessels call on Westport, the need for modern, reliable moorage has never been greater.”