NEWPORT — The Port of Newport is looking to fill a vacancy on its commission.

Commissioner Jeff Lackey will resign his position Jan. 28, the Port said in seeking applications for his replacement. Lackey has been involved in the commercial fishing industry for nine years managing two vessels and has been a commissioner since 2017. His term ends June 30, 2029.

People interested in filling the vacancy are being asked to email a letter of interest no later than 8 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21 to [email protected]. They are also expected to complete a questionnaire. To be eligible, an applicant must be a registered voter and reside within the port district’s boundaries.

The Port said letters of interest shall at a minimum include the applicant’s name, physical and mailing address, phone number and e-mail address, amount of time as a registered voter in the district and a why they want to serve on the commission.

Candidate interviews and an appointment to fill the unexpired term are anticipated at the commission’s monthly meeting Jan. 27.