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Port Angeles, WA 98362
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trr WASHINGTON U.S
July 16,2025
Washington Trust for Historic Preservation
1204 Minor Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
Re: Port Angeles Waterfront District Main Street Application
Dear Washington Trust for Historic Preservation,
During their meeting on July 1 5,2025, our City Council voted unanimously in favor of a letter of
support of the Port Angeles Waterfront District application to the Washington State Main Street
Program. I, Mayor Kate Dexter, wish to communicate our support on behalf of the City of Port
Angeles City Council.
The downtown waterfront district is essential for Port Angeles' economic and community
vitality. The City of Port Angeles has an agreement with the Port Angeles Waterfront District
(PAWD) to perform tasks and implement programs to foster and revitalizethe waterfront district
area in order to remain vibrant, economically viable and cherished by the community.
By successfully participating in the Main Street Community Program, the PAWD can sncourage
and promote economic development in the waterfront district area, strengthen and revrlalize
commerce, improve the aesthetics, sponsor and promote public events, and engage professional
management, planning, and promotion for the area, including the management and promotion of
retail trade activities.
The City of Port Angeles fully supports Port Angeles Waterfront District's application to become
a Main Street Community in2026. With the help of the Main Street Program, the Port Angeles
community can look forward to a vibrant downtown that supports independent businesses, local
projects, and a strong sense of community.
Sincerely
Kate Dexter, Mayor
City of Port Angeles