The City of The Dalles, Oregon City Manager Matthew Klebes announced today that the City would be taking over the Hospitality role for the Cruise Ships beginning March 1, 2023.
The contract was most recently was held by The Dalles Main Street. Before Main Street took on the Shoreside Hospitality role, those duties were held by the Chamber of Commerce.
The change was made due to the “pause” being taken by Main Street for reorganization, and the March 13th start of the Cruise Ship season.
City Manager Matthew Klebes and Main Street Board President Chris Zukin brainstormed how to have a Hospitality contact in place by the time the first ship was scheduled to arrive for the 2023 Cruise Season. The Main Street Board voted to ask the City to take back the contract.
The City of The Dalles will also continue to handle the reservations at the City Dock.
The Cruise Lines Hospitality Coordinators and the Docking Coordinators will receive contact information from the City for all services beginning in March.
Main Street President Chris Zukin said “ It is all about Teamwork. Once MainStreet has reformed and re-started, we look forward to working with partners for a bigger and better Tour Boat experience for all. We are All Together The Dalles.”
For more information contact:
Izetta Grossman, City Clerk [email protected]