Port focuses on EV charger push

Port of Camas-Washougal Commissioner Cassi Marshall is urging the port to consider how to effectively market its new electric vehicle (EV) charging station to entice potential customers “a little off their regular route ” to drive.

During their Oct. 16 meeting, port commissioners approved a $183,808 contract with Sarkinen Plumbing of Portland to install an electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Grove Field.

“I think we should really try to let everyone know that it’s there,” she said. “I’m excited to see what we can do as an organization to promote the fact that there will be a Level 3 Charger at Grove Field.” Maybe we could market it (in a way to emphasize that), “It seems like Fern Prairie is way out there, it’s really not that far from downtown Camas.”

The project, which includes the installation of a ChargePoint Express 250 fast charging system and electrical installation, site development, permitting and purchase of the ChargePoint units, is expected to be completed by June 2025, according to the contract.

“I’m happy about it,” Marshall said. “As we work to create more jobs on our properties at Grove Field, it will be a nice amenity to be out there.”