OAR 123-020-0120: Need for Port Services

In evaluating the need for port services, the Authority will take the following into consideration: (1) That reasonable alternatives to the formation of a Port have been considered; (2) That significant adverse effects on other public or private agencies offering similar services within the proposed service area have been considered; (3) That economic benefits and opportunities such as increased employment, income, and cost savings have been considered; and (4) That proposed Port boundaries are reasonable in terms of tax assessment and property ownership.