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An examination of deals the Port of Seattle has brokered to develop the central waterfront shows a history of sweetheart deals that have been very lucrative for a select few businesses. But how good a deal has it been for the public?
The High Price of HospitalityPort of Seattle officials have cut generous no-bid deals with a company hired to run publicly owned facilities on the central waterfront while shouldering all of the financial risk for a decade.
- Port tightens procedures
- Audit finds overbilling
Cruising For ProfitsSeattle's cruise business is making everybody rich -- except the Port of Seattle.
Dinsmore WayHe's the highest-paid port boss in the country, and the job comes equipped with enviable perks. With his retirement next year, port commissioners will be hiring a new leader and setting the tone for years to come.
A primer on the PortNot too familiar with the inner workings of the Port of Seattle? See our quick overview of its finances, its holdings and who's in charge.
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