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    Connie Bacon
    (FILE PHOTO BY TODD MATTHEWS)
    Port retools policy for public comment
    By Todd Matthews • January 18, 2008 12:00 am

    Port of Tacoma commissioners yesterday adopted a resolution designed to formalize public comment procedures during commission meetings, and increase the…

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    Finance association honors Port of Tacoma
    Finance association honors Port of Tacoma
    June 27, 2006 12:00 am

    The Port of Tacoma has received two awards from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), a Chicago-based professional association of…

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    Moody’s issues strong bond rating for Port
    Moody’s issues strong bond rating for Port
    June 22, 2006 12:00 am

    Impressed with the Port of Tacoma’s strong financial position, its growing share of the West Coast container market and continuing…

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    The World Trade Center Tacoma (WTCTA) announces Connie Bacon, as the 2018 Trade Visionary Award recipient.File photo, courtesy of Port of Tacoma
    Port leader appointed to governor’s economic development commission
    March 14, 2006 12:00 am

    Port of Tacoma Commission President Connie Bacon was recently appointed to Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire’s Economic Development Commission. “Connie…

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    (PHOTO COURTESY PORT OF TACOMA)
    Port completes land transfer with county
    March 6, 2006 12:00 am

    While growth at the Port of Tacoma creates thousands of family-wage jobs for South Puget Sound, expansion of Port facilities…

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    Port sets record for cargo volume
    Port sets record for cargo volume
    February 1, 2006 12:00 am

    Driven by record volume in total tonnage, containers, intermodal lifts and grain, the Port of Tacoma completed the strongest year…

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    The World Trade Center Tacoma (WTCTA) announces Connie Bacon, as the 2018 Trade Visionary Award recipient.File photo, courtesy of Port of Tacoma
    Port of Tacoma News: Bacon named commission president
    By Todd Matthews • January 27, 2006 12:00 am

    Newly re-elected Port Commissioner Connie Bacon was unanimously named president during Thursday’s commission meeting. The move replaces Commissioner R. Ted…

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    Study calls Port ‘economic engine’ for Pierce County
    Study calls Port ‘economic engine’ for Pierce County
    By Todd Matthews • July 19, 2005 12:00 am

    The Port of Tacoma is a growing focal point of regional economic development, creating thousands of jobs, driving the economy…

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    Port speeds up funding for UWT Urban Waters program: $1 million pledge will be paid this year
    Port speeds up funding for UWT Urban Waters...
    June 17, 2005 12:00 am

    The Port of Tacoma announced yesterday it will accelerate payment of its $1 million pledge to University of Washington-Tacoma (UWT)…

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    Council approves UW Tacoma marine research agreement
    Council approves UW Tacoma marine research agreement
    June 15, 2005 12:00 am

    Tacoma City Council members approved a $500,000 agreement Tuesday with the University of Washington Tacoma to study sources and potential…

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    Port donates outdated computer equipment to area schools
    Port donates outdated computer equipment to area schools
    March 15, 2005 12:00 am

    In 1997, the average lifespan of a computer was four to six years. Today, with rapidly advancing technology, industry experts…

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    2004 record year for Port of Tacoma
    2004 record year for Port of Tacoma
    February 15, 2005 12:00 am

    The Port of Tacoma strengthened its position as a leading North American seaport in 2004, setting Port records for total…

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    Port Docks at UW Tacoma: Maritime organization acts to fund faculty position
    Port Docks at UW Tacoma: Maritime organization acts...
    December 21, 2004 12:00 am

    As a part of its regional economic development strategy, the Port of Tacoma Commission Friday approved a $1 million investment…

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