Rep. Peter DeFazio, D-Ore., has announced $500,000 for dock renovation at the Port of Gold Beach has been included in the fiscal year 2007 Transportation, Treasury and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill.

The Gold Beach High Dock is more than 30 years old and has a steel base that is showing visible signs of deterioration, according to a press release. Restoration and repair of the high dock is essential for the port to maintain the current fishing fleet and attract additional economic development. The funding will be used to assist the port in making much-needed improvements.