«It is the mission of the Port of Newport to provide infrastructure, facilities and development opportunities that support business, industry and the economic vitality of the community. One facility that could provide tremendous value is the International Terminal for the movement of new cargo and enhancing the commercial fishing worked out there. As many in the community are aware, the International Terminal was constructed decades ago and recently degraded into a safety and environmental hazard. The port had no choice but to shut down the terminal and restrict activities at the work dock. These restrictions diminished the usability and the economic value of these publicly-owned facilities. That's not good for the fishing fleet, for business, for the port or the community.»

«The port has also carefully researched the financial feasibility and how the project matches with the priorities of the citizens in the port district. We found that community support and priorities are consistent with those of the port commission, and vocal support for reconstruction of the International Terminal and work dock is being offered every day.»

«We encourage all citizens to take an opportunity to get fully informed about this important project, and we welcome everyone's involvement and support for successful reconstruction of the International Terminal and commercial fishing work dock.»