The Port’s Glass Recycling program this summer, at Blue Mountain Station, brought in 3,900 lbs. of glass. This is glass that would have ended up our landfill. Thank you all who took part in the program: Glass Packaging Institute, BIG Recyclers, The Port of Columbia and our awesome community members!
The Rail Report
The Port of Columbia Board of Commissioners is considering the sale of its 37-mile publicly owned short line rail corridor, currently leased to Columbia Walla Walla Railroad (CWW), a subsidiary of Columbia Rail. Originally gifted to the Port by Union Pacific in 1996, the line supports local agriculture, economic development, and freight transportation. CWW, which has operated the line since 2016, has expressed interest in purchasing the rail corridor but has offered significantly less than the appraised value of $13.8 million—proposing $305,000–$705,000 (2–5% of full value). Click Here for the full Rail Report Document.
Cameron Street Co-Working Suite E
Suite E is currently available in the Port’s Co-Working building. This suite is 912 sq ft. Suite E has an outside entry as well as two interior doors. With large windows allowing lots of natural light, this space is bright and roomy. Please contact Tracy Clark at the Port for more information 509-382-2577. Cameron St Co-working – Suite E Flyer
Questions for Gathering Information on Railroad
The Port Commissioners have ask the Port Staff and Port’s Attorney, with assistance of consultants, to do research and gather information to be better informed regarding the possible sale of the railroad. For the list of topics Click Here .
Railroad Appraisal Presentation
At the December 2024 Port of Columbia Commission meeting a presentation of the railroad appraisal was given by R.L Banks & Associates. There have been several requests for access to that presentation. Click here to view the slide deck.