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Summer 2025 Newsletter - Port Update

Waterfront:

Aerial view of kiteboarders on a river, a town with greenery, and a snow-capped mountain in the background.
Photo Credit: Richard Hallman
  • The Port has continued their work in obtaining ODOT approval for the newly configured traffic plan at the waterfront with a new roundabout to help with traffic flow.
  • Plans for the Anchor Way & Portway Parking Lots Project are moving forward, with construction of the new parking lots slated to begin after Labor Day.

Bridge:

Green truss bridge over a river, surrounded by forested hills and houses.
Photo Credit: Petar Marshal
  • Port Commissioners approved the closure of the bridge toll booth, moving to fully electronic tolling which took effect on April 1, 2025.
  • The Port added a Live-Camera to the bridge, helping commuters see real-time traffic. This is the fourth live camera available for public viewing at www.portofhoodriver.com

Airport:

Red biplane on a runway, with passengers, against a backdrop of hangars and hills.
  • A 10-unit hangar will be developed at the Ken Jernstedt Airport, creating more space for airplane storage.
  • The summer is a busy time at the airport, with Hood River Soaring growing in numbers and WAAAM preparing for their annual fall Fly-In on September 6-7th.
  • Port Commissioners approved a resolution committing the Port to match private contributions received by the Port of Hood River Foundation that are designated to airport improvements, specifically an airport terminal building.

Industrial

Person shaping clay on a potter's wheel in a studio, surrounded by tools and materials.
  • The facilities team is continually making improvements on the historic Big 7 building, as it has become an incubator for small businesses and artisan workshops.
  • Port Commissioners voted to put the Odell Industrial Park property for sale, an 12-acre parcel shovel ready for development. For information on the listing, email properties@portofhoodriver.com

 

 

 

 

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