The Port of Columbia’s mission is to maximize public resources and private investment to create jobs, provide infrastructure, and maintain and improve the economic vitality of Columbia County and its communities.
Lyons Ferry Marina is located on the Snake River and offers many recreation opportunities.
The Port of Columbia’s Rock Hill Industrial Park is located on the west end of Dayton.
The Artisan Food Center has a diverse mix of local food producers that rent space in the building.
Welcome to the Port of Columbia
The Port of Columbia serves as the lead Economic Development Agency for Columbia County and offers assistance to all businesses in the county. We also coordinate with our neighboring counties on regional initiatives.
Port of Columbia eNewsletter:
August 2, 2022
Regular Port Commission Meeting
Hybrid Format
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
at 5:00 pm at Port Office
Click here for the meeting agenda
Click here to join the meeting via Zoom.
The Port Commission Meeting Schedule is listed here and on the Port Calendar here.
Recent News
Port Seeks Proposals for Comp Plan Update
Notice is hereby given that the Port of Columbia is seeking proposals from qualified firms to assist the 3-member Port Commission in the process of updating the Port of Columbia Comprehensive Scheme of Harbor Improvements, commonly known as the Comprehensive Plan in accordance with RCW 53.20. Proposals received will be evaluated based on the criteria provided in the RFP and ...
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Working Washington 5.0 Grant Program Opens August 17
The Washington State Department of Commerce, working in partnership with the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) will open applications for Working Washington Grants: Round 5 and Convention Center Grant Programs. Commerce will post information and links to the application portals at commercegrants.com. Eligible for-profit and non-profit businesses, including tribal member-owned business operating on a reservation with a license issued by a ...
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Port of Columbia Awarded $2 Million Broadband Infrastructure Grant
DAYTON, WA - Port of Columbia staff, along with private partner Columbia iConnect, made a presentation to the Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) on Thursday, July 14th in Olympia and left with a $2 million award. Acceptance of the $2 million grant is contingent upon the community providing $500,000 in matching funds. The Port applied for and received $20,000 from ...
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COVID-19 BUSINESS RESOURCES
Visit the Port's COVID-19 page for business resources, including information on grants for Columbia County businesses. Several grant funds have been combined to enable the broadest business support possible. This Business Resources document provides information for businesses trying to sort their way through the Coronavirus crisis. New information includes guidance on forgivable expenses for your PPP loan as well as ...
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