Port commissioners tour projects at Boyer

Port commissioners convened at Boyer Park and Marina last Thursday for a regular meeting prior to the park's Memorial Day weekend season opening.

Mike Olmstead, park manager, gave the commissioners a tour of the park to highlight current and future projects and repairs, including the new cabin, which replaces the one that had burned, landscaping and roofing.

Camper spots were already occupied by pike minnow fishermen while the main camping area had been groomed in anticipation of Memorial weekend. Olmstead also told commissioners there will be a fireworks display for the Fourth of July with the aim of a 20 minute show.

After the tour, the commissioners met in Boyer Inn where they discussed port business, including the upcoming Snake River Family Festival. They also heard updates on value added ag marketing, land purchase at the PIP West property and the 2019 Eastern Washington Legislative tour.

Port staff will meet with the with Army Corps of Engineers District Commander June 4 to discuss a pending Central Ferry land swap.