Port Of Lewiston

The damp weather has unveiled the vivid colors of spring, providing a scenic backdrop for the Port. March has been quiet at the docks, as the US Army Corps of Engineers closed several locks on the Columbia and Snake rivers for annual maintenance. We are grateful for the dedication of our hardworking partners at USACE, who ensure these technological marvels operate seamlessly and ensure the ongoing vitality of our river system. The maintenance is expected to be completed by the end of the month.

General Manager Scott Corbitt of the Port of Lewiston, Commissioner Joe Anderson, and Communications Coordinator Mary Iacobelli joined with fellow members of the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association recently on Capitol Hill. They engaged with legislators and their staff to advocate for navigation, energy, economic development, and various other issues vital to the Pacific Northwest. The Port team in particular voiced support for the Lower Snake River Dams and broader Columbia-Snake River System.

Our General Manager Scott Corbitt was privileged to be part of this impactful group.

We were delighted to join with the Idaho Department of Labor to celebrate our 50 years of river commerce on the Columbia-Snake River System! Agency regional economist Lisa Grigg highlighted the our journey since the first barged headed out of port in 1975. General Manager Scott Corbitt participated in the related webinar, which you can find linked in the article below. https://lnkd.in/gTfdikme

Port General Manager Scott Corbitt had the privilege of presenting at “The Mighty Columbia” seminar in Portland this week. The event aimed to explore the intricate interests and applications of the river system. The audience included attorneys, engineers, conservationists, and government employees.

A major milestone for the Confluence Riverfront project has been completed! After a few days of wading through muddy conditions, construction crews poured the foundation for the cruise boat dock. Once the concrete set, the gangway was secured into place. The first lucky American Cruise Lines passengers are expected this spring!

The Port of Lewiston Commissioners bid a fond farewell to Wendy Rismon at last week's meeting. After three decades of dedicated service, the Inland 465 Manager is retiring. The Commission and staff commended Rismon for her outstanding contributions to the Port.

During an eventful tour of Capitol Hill with the Pacific Northwest river stakeholders group last week, Port General Manager Scott Corbitt was delighted to run into U.S. House Representative Russ Fulcher (ID-01). Representative Fulcher has been a steadfast supporter of the Port and a dedicated advocate for the preservation of the Lower Snake River Dams. Thank you for all you do, Rep. Fulcher!

Chilly temperatures didn’t keep a group of enthusiastic students from seizing a fantastic opportunity at the Port’s Confluence Riverfront. University of Idaho Interior Architecture & Design students are participating in a competition to develop a design to transform a former heavy equipment shop into a tourist destination and community space. Once complete, the building will serve as a cornerstone of the entire Confluence development. Designs will be evaluated by Port staff, commissioners, industry professionals, and university instructors, with first and second prizes awarded. Currently, the Confluence Riverfront project is in Phase 1, focusing on site development, while the building will fall under Phase 2. The first cruise boats head into port this spring.

I joined the Lower Snake River Dam Hero's attending over 20 congressional visits in WA DC this week advocating on keeping our LSRD's in place to protect our Marine Highway 84 for Navigation, Irrigation, Hydropower, and Rural economies that are dependent on our critical infrastructure. A big Thank you to Leslie Druffel with The McGregor Company; Anthony Peña with Pacific Northwest Waterways Association; Jeremy Nielsen with Columbia River Pilots; Scott Corbitt with Port Of Lewiston; Austin Rohr with Northwest RiverPartners for their tireless efforts in continuing to educate Congress that M-84 must continue to function efficiently and effectively with keeping our critical infrastructure in place! #farmers #wheat #navigation #hydopower #agtransportation #reliability #foodsecurity #exports #M84