Port of Everett and Everett Naval Station

The Everett Port and Naval Station are adjacent to one another, located on the Puget Sound, just west of Downtown Everett. Being located on the Puget Sound allows for ships to load and unload products for shipment to and from Asian countries. Access to the Pacific Ocean fosters a vital economic hub, with the Everett Port serving as a gateway for trade with Asian countries. Additionally, the port serves as a great economic booster for the city as it brings jobs, a tax base, and business and tourism to the community and region. The port is nestled between the pristine waters of Puget Sound and the majestic mountain peaks of the Cascades. Its strategic location provides easy access to explore the diverse landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, including Vancouver, Canada, just under 100 miles to the north, and the San Juan Islands and Olympic Peninsula, reachable by a short ferry ride. The region boasts breathtaking scenery, lush forests, and abundant wildlife, offering countless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Naval Station Everett sits approximately 29 miles north of Seattle. In 1983, Everett was chosen as the Navy's Strategic Homeport Initiative location after being selected from 13 ports. This decision was influenced by U.S. Senator Henry M. Jackson and supported by the local community. Construction of the naval facility began in November 1987, and by April 1994, it achieved Initial Operating Capability with the arrival of the first homeported ships later that year.

In 1918, the residents of the area established the port of Everett. Positioned at the mouth of the Snohomish River, which meets the Puget Sound, this location was deemed advantageous for economic growth and opportunities for the community. Over the years, the Port has served as a hub for marine-related services and has offered extensive public access to the waterfront, contributing to the area's prosperity and development. The Navy acquired a second 52-acre site in Marysville for community support facilities. The Smokey Point Family Support Complex was dedicated on August 25, 1995, marking the completion of the transition of tenant commands from Naval Station Puget Sound to Everett.

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