Did the port look at other places on the waterfront to build a new marina?
Yes. In 2004, the port looked at six locations in Bellingham Bay for building a new marina - from Fairhaven to Little Squalicum. The port evaluated construction costs, how many boats each site could hold, habitat and environmental impacts, the ease of access from land, the ability to obtain the required permits, and many other factors.

The lagoon is the best location for a new marina for just about every reason. Perhaps the best reason is that the breakwater is already built so important salmon habitats will not be damaged by building a new breakwater. Restoring the lagoon to a functioning part of Bellingham Bay will actually create over 28 acres of new salmon habitats!

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1. Do we need a new marina?
2. Did the port look at using the wastewater treatment lagoon for anything else?
3. Why build a new marina that only benefits 350-450 boat owners?
4. Did the port look at other places on the waterfront to build a new marina?
5. Has a decision been made to build the new marina?
6. Will fees increase for moorage customers at the port's existing marinas to pay for the new marina?
7. I have a boat and need moorage. Can I get on the waiting list for the new downtown marina?
8. When will the marina be built?