30+ years in maritime & logistics
Burrill for Port
Candidate for Bellingham Port Commissioner | District 4Working waterfronts • Aviation • Family-wage jobs
real world experience
Paul Burrill has spent more than 30 years working directly in commercial fishing, seafood logistics, transportation, and maritime business. As Chairman of the Port’s Marina Advisory Committee, he understands the challenges and opportunities facing Whatcom County from firsthand experience.
Community-first leadership
Paul believes strong economic growth and environmental stewardship can work together. He is committed to protecting family-wage jobs, supporting local industries, and ensuring the Port continues serving the people of Whatcom County for generations to come.
PRIORITIES FOR WHATCOM COUNTY
WORKING WATERFRONTS & ECONOMIC GROWTH
Supporting maritime industries, expanding aviation opportunities, improving emergency response capabilities, and investing in workforce development for future generations.
FAMILY-WAGE JOBS
Support local industries, maritime trades, agriculture, aviation, and small businesses that keep Whatcom County working.
BALANCED STEWARDSHIP
Protect waterways and natural resources while promoting responsible growth and long-term economic sustainability.
Leadership from experience
From commercial fishing and seafood transportation to regional business leadership and fisheries management, Paul brings decades of practical knowledge to Port leadership. His experience across maritime, agriculture, logistics, and public advisory roles gives him a unique understanding of the Port’s impact on local families and businesses.
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Together, we can protect Whatcom County’s industries, strengthen our economy, and support future generations.
ENDORSEMENTS
MARK STREMLER
Whatcom County councilmanPSVOA
Purse Seine Vessels Owners AssociationKEN BELL
Former port commissionerDAN ROBBINS
Former port commissionerRICH APPEL
Appel FarmsJARED RICHNER
JCCT EnterprisesSORENSEN FAMILY
Sorensen Truck Repair
Sorensen TruckingRYAN KAPP
Owner, FV Payton ElizabethKYLE WATKINS
Captain F/V St. ZitaCHUCK BEARDSLEE
Charlies Trucking
Class A BodyworksRICHNER FAMILY
Richner TruckingVAN DYK FAMILY
Van Dyk-S HolsteinsMATT NEYENS
Wildwest ExpressROB MARKUSEN
Owner, F/V Pamela JoyceJACK HILDE
Founder, Brown Line, Inc.KEITH BOONJENNIFER AND ROGER SEFZIKRYAN PECARICH
Captain, F/V DC ColeDANIEL VANDER KOOI
Manna Insurance Group
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Port of Bellingham Commissioner District 4