Shawn Ensley is a Whatcom County native, dedicated husband and father, and 21-year Air Force veteran who retired honorably in 2019. With over 19 years at BP Cherry Point and a career built on safety-critical operations, Shawn brings real accountability and working-class values to the Port of Bellingham.

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I’m a husband and a father, not a career politician. I understand what it takes to earn a living, support a family, and depend on strong infrastructure and good jobs in this community.

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I’m running for Port of Bellingham Commissioner because I believe the Port should responsibly manage public assets to create real public benefit and long‑term private investment, supporting living‑wage jobs, reliable transportation, and a waterfront that works for the whole community.

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I bring a working‑class perspective, real operations experience, and a commitment to making sure the Port delivers results that people can see and trust.