Port of Shelton Awarded $200,000 Industrial Site Readiness Grant from Department of Commerce

Port of Shelton, Johns Prairie Industrial Park.

Mason County, WA – September 3, 2024: The Mason County Economic Development Council is excited to announce the Port of Shelton has been awarded a $200,000 Industrial Site Readiness Grant by the Washington State Department of Commerce. This grant will fund important wastewater engineering studies for the Port of Shelton’s development of Johns Prairie Industrial Park, a roughly 400-acre industrial site located Northeast of the City of Shelton within the Shelton Urban Growth Area.

“Expanding the sewer system at this business park represents more than mere infrastructure development; it symbolizes a catalyst for revitalization. By moving forward with sewer capacity and conveyance work, the project creates potential job opportunities, invigorating the local economy and fostering community prosperity, ultimately stimulating business development, spawning a virtuous cycle of growth and opportunity”, Wendy Smith, Port of Shelton.

MasonEDC has identified infrastructure needs across the community that will enhance Mason County’s ability to compete for much-needed development opportunities. With this grant, community partners can undertake the necessary improvements to make Mason County more appealing to companies looking to invest and bring jobs into our local economy.

"The Johns Prairie Industrial Park is primed to support economic development in Mason County. This project will bring confidence to investors that the Port is proactive in its business recruitment efforts for this site and that the community has the partnerships needed to support growth," said Kevin Shutty, Executive Director of the Mason County Economic Development Council. Work will get underway in 2024 with expected completion by June of 2025.

About MasonEDC
Our mission is to expand and diversify the economy throughout Mason County by retaining and recruiting jobs, growing sustainable industry clusters, and promoting global competitiveness.

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