COUPEVILLE: The Current – News for January 2026
The Port of Coupeville publishes an electronic newsletter for the community to stay updated on events, news, and projects at both the Coupeville Wharf and Greenbank Farm. Click here to receive future issues as well as important dates and information on upcoming events and meetings. We reprint those portions of The Current pertinent to the activities of the Port Commission. For the full contents of the current edition of the newsletter, click this link.
Coupeville Wharf Dock Storm Damage
The Coupeville Wharf dock was damaged in the strong December storms and it’s currently closed to pedestrians and boats. The good news is: a new dock was already under construction!
The new dock is a custom design to better accommodate Penn Cove weather patterns. Safety measures include elongating the gangway
and adding stronger metal cleats on the surface for better traction in rough weather. The new dock will be installed in early February.
The Wharf and dock are important to Coupeville tourism and together they support the economy of the town’s small businesses. Annually, the dock supports 1500 boats carrying an estimated 5000+ passengers.
This dock rehab work completes a multi-year project to upgrade the Coupeville Wharf.
Port Executive Director Announces Retirement
Executive Director Chris Michalopoulos will retire this May after more than eight years at the Port.
A new Port director job search gets underway in February. Stay tuned for more info.
A recent newspaper article shared more history + details:
Welcome New Port Commissioner
Shane Clyburn
Port Commissioner – District 3
Welcome to Shane, our newly- elected Port commissioner. He’s a Whidbey native who has fond memories of Greenbank Farm growing up. He’s keenly aware of the potential of the Farm, and looks forward to explore opportunities to improve infrastructure, enhance its agricultural heritage, expand programming and events to create a vibrant hub that engages both locals and tourists throughout the year.
Port Commission 2026 Meetings
The Port of Coupeville Commission meeting schedule is changing for the coming year. The Commission will meet twice a month on the second and fourth Tuesdays (not Wed). And the meeting time for both dates is 1:00 PM.
For more info including meeting agendas, please visit the website:
