The Port of Hood River is waiting for the “60 percent plan” from consultant Walker Macy for the pedestrian path on the western edge of the Nichols Boat Basin.  Port Executive Director Michael McElwee says once those plans are reviewed by the project advisory committee and the Port Commission, that should set the design to go forward with construction.  The “60% Plan” is due in late September, with construction hoped to begin in winter.  Port was successful in gathering $575,000 from two state grants.  Another $220,000 is budgeted for the project, which will act as a first phase for an eventual build out that is estimated to cost $2,000,000.