The Port of Tacoma Commission approved a total investment of $197,500 for the 2019 Local Economic Development Investment Fund at its meeting Thursday.
This program is one of the many ways the Port of Tacoma works to encourage economic development throughout Pierce County.
The annual program supports non-profit organizations and local governments in Pierce County that promote international trade, tourism or infrastructure efforts.
Of the 25 applications received, the review committee recommended to fund 10 projects. The review committee was composed of commissioners and staff.
Learn more about the Local Economic Development Investment Fund.
2019 Local Economic Development Investment Fund program selected projects
Organization | Project | Awarded amount |
DuPont/Steilacoom Road Improvements | $50,000 | |
Science & Family Fair Volcanic Bash | $5,000 | |
54th/Taylor Way Study | $50,000 | |
Summer Fest | $5,000 | |
11th Street Boat Ramp Design | $30,000 | |
Marine Railways at Eddon Boatyard | $25,000 | |
Tacoma to Puyallup Regional Trail Analysis Study | $20,000 | |
Seventy/48 Race | $5,000 | |
Mobility Tourism Guide | $5,000 | |
Tourism Video | $2,500 |
About the Port of Tacoma
The Port of Tacoma is an economic engine for South Puget Sound. More than 29,000 jobs are generated by port activity, which also provides $195 million per year in state and local taxes to support education, roads and police and fire protection for our community. As a partner in The Northwest Seaport Alliance, the Port of Tacoma is also a major cargo gateway to Asia and Alaska.