La Conner Maritime Service is a second generation La Conner family owned and operated business providing marine services since 1992. We employ about 30 individuals in living wage jobs. Several of those individuals, including myself, call La Conner home. I consider it a great privilege to work and live in such a beautiful area.

Over the years our business has grown and attracted new clientele to the area, many with larger boats. With this growth we’ve realized a need for indoor space to accommodate larger boats and maintain year-round work flow, including more comfortable work environments for our valued employees. Reducing impacts to our neighbors and the environment are also important reasons for moving work indoors.

The Port of Skagit has been a great partner for our business by facilitating infrastructure expansion and improvements, and, from my observation, always with the goal to support La Conner and its citizens.

One of many examples of how the Port has helped the town is through their effort and expense – on more than one occasion – to secure funding for dredging of the Swinomish Channel. Keeping this as a navigable waterway is vital to maintaining tourism in the town, and other local, culturally significant activities.

Our mission as a company is to create exceptional customer service experiences while providing quality marine services. La Conner’s small-town charm and personality contribute to this experience for many of our customers, and it is our goal to keep our business growth in harmony with this “vibe”.

Respectfully,

Isaac Oczkewicz

La Conner Maritime Service

A letter sent to La Conner Town Council