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DAYTON – The Port of Columbia Commissioners held their regular meeting on March 8, 2023, at the port’s conference room and on Zoom. Commissioners Genie Crowe and Seth Bryan were present, and Johnny Watts attended using Zoom. Executive Director Jennie Dickinson was in attendance, and members of the public joined remotely and in person.

The commissioners approved the last meeting’s minutes, monthly budget report, and vouchers without debate.

Dickinson gave an update on port assets, including the seasonal opening of the store and restaurant at Lyon’s Ferry Marina. She expressed confide...