Port Commissioners
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Scott Hudson
District 1
Scott Hudson was elected to his first term as of January 1, 2026. He has a strong financial and real estate background as owner/operator of Northwest Business Services and Real Estate Broker for Kelly Right Real Estate. Scott has served on the Dayton Chamber and the Dayton Development Task Force (downtown association) boards for over 30 years and provides a strong connection to our community.
Contact: scotthudson@portofcolumbia.org
Mike Spring
District 2
Mike Spring was elected to his first term as of January 1, 2024. He currently serves as the Secretary of the Board of Commissioners. He comes with a strong business background as a long-term business owner of a downtown Dayton business, and with experience as a fire chief. He has a great desire for economic growth in Columbia County.
Contact: mikespring@portofcolumbia.org
Johnny Watts
District 3
Johnny Watts was elected to his first term as of January 1, 2022. He hopes to have open and honest communications with the public and make fiscally responsible decisions. He will look for economic development opportunities through job creation, cultivating small businesses and community investments.
Contact: johnnywatts@portofcolumbia.org
Port of Columbia Commissioner districts follow County Commissioner districts. Click here for their webpage with maps that show the districts. If you have specific questions about what district you live in, please call the County Auditor’s office at 509-382-4541.