Washington governor unveils goods movement initiative

Washington governor unveils goods movement initiative Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire went to the Port of Tacoma Thursday to unveil her Container Ports Initiative, a plan to improve the movement of products to markets and workers to jobs.
   Gregoire noted the significance of port growth and related economic opportunities.
   “Our ports are well-positioned to grow dramatically in the coming years ' but if we fail to act now we are in danger of losing container traffic to competitors on the West Coast, in British Columbia or in Mexico,” she said. “If we make the right investments, we will see tremendous economic benefits for Washington citizens.”
   Gregoire's port initiative calls for an increase in mainline rail capacity in Washington, improved truck freight movement, and resolution for land use compatibility and protection issues.