PORT OF BELLINGHAM NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2027 PORT OF BELLINGHAM STRATEGIC BUDGET Citizens of Whatcom County are hereby notified pursuant to the laws of the State of Washington; the 2027 Preliminary Strategic Budget of the Port of Bellingham shall be prepared, on file and available to view online, Tuesday, October 23, 2026. Presentations and public hearings to receive public comment on the budget, proposed 2027 property tax levy and use of same will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 4:00 pm, 1801 Roeder Avenue, Bellingham. 2027 Strategic budget is scheduled to be formally adopted by the Port Commission on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 4:30 pm. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 pm Monday, November 16, 2026. The Port encourages people with disabilities to participate in public meetings. For assistance with special needs, please call the Port at 360-676-2500 at least four days in advance. PORT OF BELLINGHAM BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: Michael Shepard, President Bobby Briscoe, Vice President Carly James, Secretary IPL0379399 Oct 16,23,30,Nov 6 2026