The Port of Newport is accepting letters of interest from persons within the Port District boundaries to fill a vacancy in Position No. 4 on the Port Commission. 

Commissioner Jeff Lackey will resign his position effective January 28, 2026. His commission expires June 30, 2029. 

Interested persons should email a letter of interest no later than 8:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 21, 2026, to gtucker@portofnewport.com. In addtion, please submit a completed questionnaire (See Below). To be eligible, an applicant must be a registered voter and reside within the Port District boundaries. 

Letters of interest shall at a minimum include: 

1.           Full name of candidate. 

2.           Physical and mailing address of candidate, phone number and e-mail address. 

3.           Amount of time as an elector within the district. 

4.           A statement of the candidate’s desire to serve on the board. 

5.           Signature and date. 

The Commission will review the letters of interest and questionnaires and appoint the most qualified candidate. Candidate interviews and an appointment to fill the unexpired term are anticipated at the Port Regular Commission Meeting on January 27, 2026. 

QUESTIONNAIRE