Mission

The Port of Lewiston was formed in 1958 by the voters of Nez Perce County. In accordance with Idaho Code 70-1101, the Port oversees harbor operations, terminal facilities, international trade, and industrial and economic development.
Working in cooperation with the Nez Perce County, the City of Lewiston, and Valley Vision, a primary objective of the Port is to encourage economic growth to make the valley a competitive force in the regional marketplace. By doing so, we work together to improve employment opportunities and the standard of living within our community.

Economic Impact Data

In June, 1997, the "Tri-Port Economic Impact Study" was completed by the University of Idaho. The study was 50% funded by the Northwest Power Planning Council and 50% funded by the port of Lewiston, Clarkston and Whitman County. To find out what the study included click here to download a pdf

Five Year Strategic Plan- click here to download a pdf

Port Manager

David Doeringsfeld has served as the Port Manager since May 1, 1994. As manager, David oversees intermodal operations, and is a primary contact for economic development opportunities within the valley, specifically related to technology and industrial development. David is very involved in local transportation and natural resource issues.

Commission

President:
Terry Kolb, the District 3 representative, has served on the Commission since 1996. He is the Lewis-Clark Area Manager for Avista Utilities.

Vice President:
Todd Maddock was appointed May 1, 2007, to represent District I. He is a retired Potlatch Executive and past board member of the Northwest Power & Conservation Council.

Secretary/Treasurer:
Peter Wilson, the District 2 representative, has served on the Commission since 1988. Peter is a local cattle rancher.