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The Port of Walla Walla is a special purpose government entity involved with diverse economic development activities. The Port owns multiple industrial parks and municipal water and sewer transmission systems throughout Walla Walla County and is the owner and operator of the Walla Walla Regional Airport. The Port derives its revenues from user fees, rentals of property, property taxes, and grants. The Port also administers the Port of Walla Walla Public Corporation (WWPC), a special purpose government with limited powers and governed by a Board of Directors, which is comprised of the same members as the Port Commission. The WWPC issues tax exempt non-recourse industrial revenue bonds (IDBs) to assist in private economic development projects. The Ports goal is to increase the economic vitality of Walla Walla County through the retention, expansion, start-up, and recruitment of business and employers and to pursue opportunities and partnerships that facilitate the development and enhancement of a diverse economic base for Walla Walla County. Our Mission- To be a progressive economic development agency that creates and retains family wage jobs in Walla Walla County and Southeastern Washington.- To make strategic investments in real estate and facilities that results in attracting new investments and jobs. - To make targeted investments in transportation systems to efficiently move citizens and products. - To invest in the development of public utility systems needed to support business and communities. - To lead community coalitions that enhance Walla Walla Countys economic vitality and quality of life for the citizens it serves.
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Create and retain family wage jobsExpand the regions tax baseMaintain multi-modal transportation linkagesProvide leadership in enhancing Walla Walla Countys overall economic vitality and quality of life
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In December 2006, the Port of Walla Walla was named "Port of the Year" by the Washington Public Ports Association. The Port was recognized for its leadership role in enhancing the economic vitality of Southeastern Washington. WPPA sited the Railex Produce Distribution Center, Airport Wine Incubator Buildings and the U.S. Highway 12 Coalition as examples of how Port Districts can create economic prosperity in their region.
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Phone: (509) 525-3100

Address: 310 A Street Walla Walla Regional Airport, Walla Walla, WA 99362

Website: Port of Walla Walla Website

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