# Grays Harbor County Commissioner's Meeting 10/21/26

The Grays Harbor County Commissioners’ strategic-planning discussion on October 21, 2026, focused on setting 2027 economic-development and tourism priorities amid a reported $12 million county deficit. Commissioners debated whether to create a county tourism and community-development position to oversee county assets such as the fairgrounds and Straddleline Park, manage tourism-related work, and coordinate LTAC activities. They discussed possible funding from LTAC and other restricted funds, but did not decide to hire or fund the position; commissioners agreed that the scope and expectations need further discussion. LTAC revenue was described as roughly $1 million–$1.5 million annually, with about $3.8 million in the fund after approximately $600,000 had been awarded for tourism-related events and activities.

The meeting also considered a possible countywide tourism/economic-development study, including an indoor sports facility as one idea, and potential use of LTAC funds and partnerships with cities; no study, contractor, or funding commitment was approved. The new Greater Grays Harbor Inc. director offered to assist with LTAC administration and economic-development coordination. Discussion included a six-month extension to the Recompete plan work to document infrastructure projects and funding opportunities, and the possibility of pursuing state grants. Commissioners adjourned without taking a procurement vote or approving a contract, RFP, or expenditure.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 21, 2026

### Sources
- [Grays Harbor County Commissioner's Meeting 10/21/26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCmWtsBX8nM) - Grays Harbor County Commissioners