Port of Bellingham

We’re hiring a Seasonal Park Host to help maintain the downtown waterfront pump track and surrounding outdoor space! This full-time role (Wednesday–Sunday, 11:00 AM–8:00 PM) ensures the pump track stays in top condition for high-volume use by watering, raking, and making necessary repairs. Additional duties include picking up litter, emptying garbage cans, restocking restrooms, and assisting visitors. If you enjoy working outdoors and keeping public spaces clean and welcoming for our community, we encourage you to apply! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gvsP4AQc

We're hiring Seasonal Dock Attendants to support daily operations at Squalicum Harbor during the peak season. We have two positions available: a 3-month role and a 6-month role. Dock Attendants play a key role in providing exceptional customer service, assisting vessels with docking, maintaining marina facilities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all Port patrons. Responsibilities include conducting dock checks, assisting with visitor moorage, supporting harbor staff with equipment, and keeping docks, restrooms, and walkways clean. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills, knowledge of marina operations, and a willingness to work weekends and holidays. A valid Washington State driver’s license is required. If you enjoy working outdoors and being part of a dynamic waterfront team, we encourage you to apply. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gPd-kb-k

We're proud to have played a key role in establishing the Fairhaven Quiet Zone, a complex, multi-agency project that enhances safety while reducing train horn noise for the community. Through strong collaboration and persistence, we worked with the City of Bellingham, BNSF Railway, and other partners to make these critical improvements a reality.

Port of Bellingham's hardworking maintenance team has been planting native trees and shrubs near Slater Road, upholding mitigation efforts for Federal Aviation Administration required vegetation management. These plantings ensure safe operations at Bellingham International Airport (BLI) by maintaining the Runway Object Free Area, tower line-of-sight, and Airspace obstructions standards, while mitigating effects to the local ecosystem. It's all about keeping BLI safe, in compliance and being environmental stewards. For every tree removed for safety, another is planted to give back to the environment!

It’s time for another Harbor Tip from Tim! Did you know that a single gram of dog waste can contain 23 million fecal coliform bacteria, which can contaminate our waterways with pathogens leading to algal blooms, dead zones, and make our water unsafe for swimming and fishing? Pretty gross right? At our harbors we’ve installed several pet waste stations along the promenade and on docks to provide the resources to keep our bay healthy and thriving! Be sure to pick up pet waste immediately, tie the bag tight, and dispose of it in a nearby trashcan. Stay tuned for more harbor tips.

We welcome all to the Port of Bellingham’s Commission Meeting on Tuesday, April 1st at 4:00 PM, held at our Administrative Office. Choose how to join: 1. By phone at (253) 215-8782 (Webinar ID: 857 8537 2315) 2. On Zoom (https://shorturl.at/aQCgH) 3. In-person at 1801 Roeder Ave., STE 146 Here’s a glimpse of what’s on the agenda: There will be a presentation and motion to execute a Consent Decree for cleanup actions at the Harris Avenue Shipyard site. We will have a presentation by Dan Tucker and Steve Walker of the Working Waterfront Coalition about the MWNHA (Maritime WA National Heritage Area). The Commission will review the Consent Agenda, among other important items. Don’t forget to review the Consent Agenda through this link: https://lnkd.in/giksGT3Q You can be part of these important discussions too! Join for our public comment at both ends of the meeting or participate online through the Zoom link. We’ll see you there Need accommodations? Contact us at 360-676-2500, at least four days in advance.

Fantastic news from All American Marine, Inc

The I&J Waterway was buzzing last week! First, a pod of Orcas was caught on video swimming through the waterway, a sight that shows the fruits of cleanup and restoration. The Port of Bellingham’s efforts to remove contaminants and modernize maritime infrastructure are creating a healthier marine environment, making moments like this possible. Meanwhile, All American Marine, Inc celebrated the sendoff of a large vessel deck, built right in their Bellingham workshop by Whatcom County’s vibrant working waterfront . This revitalized waterway is now a hub for both marine life and industry, a true success story for our waterfront. Check out the Orca video if you haven’t already and come visit the I&J Waterway on Bellingham’s downtown waterfront to see progress happening. Have questions about the cleanup? We’re here to chat! Video by: Jacquie Styrna

March’s Creature Feature at the Marine Life Center - Port of Bellingham is Shells! From bivalves to gastropods, these shelled creatures are multitaskers! filtering water, providing protection, and even creating homes for other marine life. With daytime low tides, now’s your chance to spot shells at your favorite beach (check NOAA for tide schedules!). But why stop there? Swing by the Marine Life Center to dive even deeper into the world of shells. NOAA Tide Schedules: https://lnkd.in/dQ2qMcjZ

Have you ever wondered what the Downtown Waterfront looked like before the Portal Container Village or Georgia-Pacific’s Pulp and Tissue Mill? The Whatcom Museum’s 2-Ply exhibition provides a photo timeline of Bellingham’s waterfront history, captured by various local photographers over the years. A pulp and tissue mill operated at the site from 1926 through 2007, serving as a vital economic driver and community cornerstone. When Georgia-Pacific decided to leave, the Port of Bellingham purchased the property to rehabilitate the site, restore its environmental health, and reimagine it as a space for public access and community use. Today, the Downtown Waterfront pays homage to the former industry and is a symbol of renewal, with opportunities for recreation, connection, and economic growth. Visit Old City Hall to explore, 2-Ply at the Whatcom Museum! Running until May 25th. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gy5B9itT