Pilotage Commissioners, Board of

Examines and licenses qualified pilots for vessels operating on the inland waterways of the state and fixes pilotage rates. The Board also adopts and publishes rules and regulations, and take disciplinary action against any vessel owner or master refusing to comply with its rules. It ensures against the loss of lives, loss of or damage to property and vessels, and protects the marine environment by maintaining efficient and competent pilotage service on our State's inland waters.
Board Websitehttps://pilotage.wa.gov/about-us.html
Policy AreaTransportation and Economic Development
Governor Appointments7
Total Board Positions9
Statutory AuthorityRCW 88.16.010
Public Disclosure Required?Yes
Senate Confirmation Required?Yes
Compensation$50 per meeting
Term Length (years)4
Statutory Term Limits
Member Requirements: Two licensed pilots; one person active in American shipping; one person active in foreign shipping; two interested and concerned members of the public; one environmentalist.