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COVER STORY
FEMA says Kitsap a “shining star” in disaster preparation
By Lary Coppola |
Kitsap County is a “shining star” where disaster preparedness and response in concerned. Those were the words of John Pennington, Region 10 director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) who was here on July 15 to address a group of local business leaders on the subject.
In fact, Pennington noted that Kitsap County’s disaster preparedness program is so good, it’s being modeled nationally... (Full Article) |
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Profiles In Success
Good stuff cooking at Lee and
Marianne Jorgenson’s restaurant
By Beth Taylor |
| There’s been good stuff cooking at Lee and Marianne Jorgenson’s restaurant for many, many years. Sure, San Carlos is the oldest continuously owned restaurant on Bainbridge Island. Its Mexican/Southwestern cuisine has drawn accolades for years, and its herbed crab chimichangas once took “Best Entrée” honors at Bite of Seattle... (Full Article) |
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Boating a huge economic driver on Kitsap Peninsula
Several construction projects revolve around waterfront activities
By Steve Kaczor |
| The economic impact of boating in Kitsap County is significant and may soon become more so. Our region is home to a dozen marinas, which, combined, provide 300 transient moorage slips and thousands of feet of side-tie dock mooring inside breakwaters, according to Cynthia Wingren, Director of Operations, Kitsap Peninsula Visitor & Convention Bureau... (Full Article) |
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A corporate planner’s delight
By Marie Buckner |
| Your business has travel needs and you want to get the best deal possible. Where do you turn and what can you expect? Look no further than Doug Fox Travel, located in Bremerton... (Full Article) |
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Ethics-based MBA program gearing up to
accept students this fall on Bainbridge Island |
| Enron, Worldcom, Arthur Anderson. Within the past year, some of the nation’s largest corporations have collapsed, taking thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in pension and retirement funds with them and further eroding already weakened state economies... (Full Article) |
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Want to make a brilliant presentation every single time?
By Bill Hoke, Hoke Consulting |
They want you to make a presentation, deliver a speech, moderate a panel or run a workshop and you’ve got a case of the flutters so bad you want to...
Well, you’re not alone. Even after making hundreds of talks in public, I still get the flutters and wonder why I got myself into this... (Full Article) |
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Bainbridge economy on the rebound in tough times
By Kevin Dwyer |
| While the national and regional economies putter along, businesses on Bainbridge Island are doing well, thank you. That’s the consensus of a handful of key businesses interviewed by Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal... (Full Article) |
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New activity at the Port of Bremerton
By Bill Bambrick |
| The Port of Bremerton is proceeding with plans to expand the downtown Bremerton marina to accommodate up to 191 tenants, providing for permanent slips as well as the current guest moorage... (Full Article) |
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License fee could run Farmers Market
out of Port Orchard |
| The Port Orchard Farmers Market could be looking for a new home outside the city limits. According to Sheila Jones, president of the Kitsap Regional Farmers Market, the Port Orchard city council’s recent action forcing a new $30 license fee on all businesses has chased away a number of the market’s vendors... (Full Article) |
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Art Anderson adds high-speed hydrofoil expert |
| Bremerton marine architectural firm Art Anderson Associates announced the addition of naval architect Dr. Günther Migeotte to its marine division. Migeotte is a world leader in the design and testing of hydrofoil supported catamarans... (Full Article) |
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Port of Bremerton commissioners endorse Referendum 51 |
| The Port of Bremerton commissioners have passed a resolution endorsing the passage of Referendum 51. The Port joins a large coalition of both business and labor groups supporting the measure, which was placed on the November 2002 ballot by the Washington State Legislature... (Full Article) |
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Schroeder to chair Literacy Council board |
| Theresa Schroeder of Bremerton was recently elected as chair of the Literacy Council of Kitsap’s Board of Directors. She is community resource program manager for the Department of Social and Health Services... (Full Article) |
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NK School Board appoints three |
| The North Kitsap School District recently announced the hiring of three people to fill vacancies in the district. Lani Powell has been named as Director of Human Resources (HR) for the district. She was previously manager of compensation and classified professional development and has held several other HR positions with Tacoma Public Schools since 1993... (Full Article) |
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Commissioners order hiring freeze, budget cuts
Fifteen percent cut in spending ordered over next two years |
| The Kitsap County Board of Commissioners has imposed a hiring freeze through the end of this year and ordered a review of all temporary positions by summer’s end — with exceptions made for certain “mission critical” staff. A review of all temporary positions has been ordered as well. The commissioners have also mandated that all county departments will cut spending by ten percent in 2003 and another five percent in 2004... (Full Article) |
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Liberty Shores found deficiency free |
| Liberty Shores Assisted Living Community and Harbor House Alzheimer’s Care Community in Poulsbo recently were awarded a deficiency-free state inspection for the fifth consecutive year... (Full Article) |
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Major construction project begins at Bremerton National |
| The first major construction project in 13 years at Bremerton National Airport got underway on July 9. The Port of Bremerton commissioners turned the ceremonial first shovel-full of dirt; marking the beginning of construction on a 23,000 sq. ft. building that will become a hub of commercial airport-related business when it is completed in early next year... (Full Article) |
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Oke wins backing of labor and law enforcement |
| Sen. Bob Oke, (R-26th District), who is seeking his fourth term in the Washington State Senate, has been winning wide support for his re-election bid and has picked up a number of key endorsements including some from labor and law enforcement groups... (Full Article) |
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INN at Gig Harbor savors its niche market
Success brings new growth to the 5-year-old INN
By Temple A. Stark |
| Before the INN at Gig Harbor opened its doors in 1997, the Maritime City had few places where tired business leaders could dock after a hard day of networking and planning. Now the hotel plans to add on a sixth conference room in 2003... (Full Article) |
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Local tax pro expands into financial planning services |
| Port Orchard tax professional Harry J. Keppert, Jr. has become an advisory representative with H.D. Vest Advisory Services, Inc., expanding his services to include comprehensive financial planning. Keppert joins an elite group of more than 17,000 individuals who are currently listed throughout the United States as Registered Investment Advisor Agents with the firm... (Full Article) |
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Photo Dynamics now under new ownership |
| Silverdale’s Photo Dynamics, Kitsap’s first one-hour photo processing business, has changed hands. Longtime owner Terri Munter, who started the business in the early 1980s, has sold the photo processing lab to Dave and Victoria Quinn of Kingston. The sale closed on June 17... (Full Article) |
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Kinetico honors Peterson Pump & Water Treatment |
| Kinetico Quality Water Systems dba Peterson Pump & Water Treatment was recently honored with the 2001 Business Excellence Award from Kinetico Incorporated, of Newbury, Ohio. Only 10 dealers across the nation met the requirements to receive the award... (Full Article) |
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Harrison Hospital board elects officers |
At its recent annual meeting, the Harrison Hospital board of directors elected new officers and one new member. Four board members were re-elected.
A member of the hospital’s board since 1994, Ron Muhleman was elected chairman for a one-year term. A Bremerton native — born at Harrison — Muhleman has spent 30 years at The Sun newspaper and serves as its director of business development... (Full Article) |
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DeGard drops out of commissioners race |
| After an announcement that drew much applause from both the business and environmental communities, Dr. Paulette DeGard announced her withdrawal from the Kitsap County Commissioner (District 3) race. She would have opposed Patty Lent in the Republican primary, and represented a creditable threat to incumbent Commissioner Tim Botkin... (Full Article) |
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Sun names Brody managing editor |
| Jeff Brody, 48, has been named managing editor at The Sun. The position is the second highest in the newsroom... (Full Article) |
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Sen. Tim Sheldon honored by AWB |
| State Sen. Tim Sheldon (D-Potlatch) has been named by the Association of Washington Business (AWB) to receive its 2002 Matson Award, honoring the legislator who has consistently supported issues important to Washington’s employers and the state’s competitiveness... (Full Article) |
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Mitchell files to challenge Lantz |
| Making his second attempt at running for the state legislature, Port Orchard businessman Ed Mitchell, has announced his campaign for state representative from the 26th Legislative District, Position #1. He will challenge incumbent Pat Lantz... (Full Article) |
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Avery to seek second term |
Kitsap County Assessor Jim Avery has announced he will run for a second term in the November election.
A retired U.S. Navy Supply officer, Avery holds a BS in Business from the University of Idaho and an MBA from the University of Puget Sound. Following his Navy career he spent eight years in the Kitsap County real estate industry, including three years as the managing broker of the Port Orchard office of a large regional firm... (Full Article) |
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Sound Reprographics marks 10 years in business |
| It’s always a gamble starting a new business. You have an ideal dream in mind, but will it work? For the owners of Poulsbo’s Sound Reprographics, the dream became a reality and flourished beyond their imaginations... (Full Article) |
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New owners at Marshall’s Printing in Silverdale |
| Marshall’s Printing in Silverdale began operating under new owners Jim Farrell and Mark Stevens on May 1. Both bring several years of experience in the printing industry, and customer service to their new venture... (Full Article) |
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KCFCU receives two national awards |
| The Credit Union National Association (CUNA) recently honored Kitsap Community Federal Credit Union (KCFCU) with two prestigious awards. CUNA presented KCFCU with the first place Diamond Award for its marketing materials promoting its last year’s Pavilion Vehicle Sale... (Full Article) |
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M&M Barber Shop moves, expands changes name |
| Port Orchard’s venerable M&M Barber Shop, which stands for Marlo and Mom, has moved from it’s longtime location at the intersection of Bethel Avenue and Bay Street. It’s relocated in larger quarters at 1561 Retsil Rd, at the shop that previously housed Hair & All That Jazz... (Full Article) |
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Bainbridge Chamber sets Golf Scramble |
| It’s time to pull your foursome together and plan to play in the Sixth Annual Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble... (Full Article) |
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McGuire & Associates relocates to Kitsap |
| McGuire & Associates, a small tax services and bookkeeping firm, has relocated its operations from West Seattle to Port Orchard. Owner Joe McGuire retired from Ernst & Young in January 2001... (Full Article) |
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Sound Body Rehabilitation opens in Port Orchard |
| Michelle Fogel, P.T., has started a small, private, physical therapy practice inside of the Olympic Fitness Club in Port Orchard... (Full Article) |
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The Arts
Analyzing the art market
By Amy Burnett |
| It is interesting to observe the relationship between the stock market, the economy and art sales. Past rules-of-thumb don’t seem to be working these days, although historical factoring is always a strong evaluating basis... (Full Article) |
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The Arts
Call to artists for South Sounds 2002 |
| Now in its ninth year, South Sounds is a tradition for Tacoma and the region, showcasing the work of artists in the South Puget Sound region. The event is open to artists over 18 years of age, residing in Kitsap, Mason, Pierce, and/or Thurston Counties... (Full Article) |
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The Arts
Open House at The Playhouse August 3 |
| Bainbridge Performing Arts will host an Open House Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Playhouse. The public is invited for a tour of the facility including a first hand look at set-construction in progress, a costume display in the costume shop, a BPA historical spotlight, and brochures highlighting upcoming events in 2002-2003, plus two free drawings... (Full Article) |
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The Arts
Symphony elects Dillan |
| The Bremerton Symphony Association (BSA) has elected Al Dillan as President of the Board of Directors for the 2002-2003 Season — the association’s 60th year... (Full Article) |
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The Arts
Metamorphosis Arts Center spark for new local economy
By Kevin Dwyer |
| Commercial real estate agent Jim Freeman of Port Orchard has a rather unique approach to creating jobs and wealth in Kitsap County... (Full Article) |
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The Arts
Arts Walk gallery reception at BPA |
| Celebrate the arts at The Playhouse with a reception for artists Todd Kowalski and Barbara Kowalski on Aug. 4... (Full Article) |
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The Arts
Concerts in the park continue |
| Brown bag your lunch and come to Bremerton’s City Hall Park (4th & Washington) a series of free concerts... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Summer a good time to check out your energy efficiency
By Rick Courson, President
Cedar Bay Homes |
| This is a great time to get out and do those repairs on the home we put off all winter. It is also a great time to improve your energy efficiency of your heating system. Why wait until the rush in the fall? Close outs and end of models sales can help as well as availability of contractors... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Doctors newest EnviroStars |
| By implementing forward-thinking hazardous waste policies and procedures, Drs. MacFarlane, Bell and Thompson have earned EnviroStars certification for their dental office on Bainbridge Island. The office earned four stars (on a five-star scale) for not only taking many steps to handle waste appropriately, but also for setting goals to prevent pollution... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Soft bulkhead workshop being presented |
| In another move that reaches across the environmental gap Kitsap has long suffered from, a soft bulkhead workshop will be held on Sat., Aug. 24... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Business and juveniles bond with nature, community
By Kathleen Byrne-Barrantes |
| What do a thriving automobile business; civic groups and juvenile offenders have in common? Well, recently it has been for the common purpose of giving back to nature, adding a little glam to a historic old farmhouse and teaching civic pride in the process... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Cutbacks punish, anger fishermen |
| The Pacific Fisheries Management Council’s has decided to move up sharp cutbacks in ocean fishing to September. It had been widely believed the restrictions would start next year... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Kitsap officials receive clean air partner award |
| Kitsap County fire chiefs, the county fire marshal, municipal and county officials were honored with a “Clean Air Partner Award” from the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Ergonomics ruling hurts employers, appeal likely |
| In ruling against a lawsuit filed to invalidate the state Department of Labor and Industries’ costly and onerous ergonomics rules, the courts have added to the regulatory burden of Washington employers and may have unleashed a torrent of new agency rulemaking... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Honda debuts hybrid Civic |
| The all-new 2003 Civic Hybrid, the first mainstream vehicle sold in North America equipped with a gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain, is now available at Honda dealerships... (Full Article) |
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Health & Fitness
Local fitness clubs are here to help you
By Marie E. Buckner |
Where do you turn to when you want to get in shape? What’s available here on our peninsula? There are many to choose from, and what do they offer?
Armstrong Fitness University located in Poulsbo is owned by Ann Armstrong, P.T. Upon coming into the facility, one will go through a body composition test, health history, a one month goal setting session, and will be taught how to use the equipment for optimum advantage... (Full Article) |
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Health & Fitness
Schock elected to lead PCHS board |
| Eileen Schock has been elected president of Peninsula Community Health Services (PCHS) Board of Trustees. The Seabeck resident is a partner in the Law Offices of Sanchez, Paulson, Mitchell and Schock. She has been a PCHS Board Member is 1999... (Full Article) |
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Health & Fitness
KMHS hands out annual awards |
| Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) recently honored its own — including employees, volunteers, board members, elected officials and community members at its Annual Dinner at Kiana Lodge. Attended by close to 300 people, the dinner marked the beginning of the agency’s 25th year of service to the Kitsap community and Peninsula Regional Support Network... (Full Article) |
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Health & Fitness
Seattle Systems moves orthopedic and
prosthetic product manufacturing to Poulsbo
Company adds to operations and expands facilities |
| Seattle Systems, a company that designs, markets and manufactures orthopedic and rehabilitation products, has expanded its manufacturing plant at Twelve Trees Industrial Park in Poulsbo to increase its production, marketing and distribution capabilities... (Full Article) |
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Skilbeck completes educational program |
| Christopher Skilbeck of Silverdale, a Modern Woodmen of America district representative, has completed a five-day educational program at the fraternal life insurance society’s home office in Rock Island, Ill. The program reinforced the concepts of sound financial planning for families through Modern Woodmen life insurance plans, annuities and IRAs. |
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Quizno’s opens in Belfair |
| Quizno’s Classic Subs has opened a new restaurant in the Safeway shopping complex in Belfair. The eatery is owned locally owned by Caldwell & Company, comprising Bob and Carol Caldwell, their two sons and a second couple. They also own the Quizno’s stores in Kitsap Mall and Port Orchard. |
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TimberGrass now part of StarNet |
Bainbridge Island’s TimberGrass LLC, a company specializing in environmentally friendly bamboo flooring systems, recently joined StarNet Independent Flooring Cooperative as a preferred vendor. StarNet is a commercial flooring marketing cooperative, consisting of 91 members with a total of 148 locations throughout the United States.
For information visit www.timbergrass.com and www.starnetflooring.com. |
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Digital Training Solutions opens in Poulsbo |
Gale Kirsopp, a certified QuickBooks Pro advisor, has opened a business called Digital Training Solutions, which provides complete on-site QuickBooks advisory services and training for small businesses. Kirsopp has been an educator in both computer science and accounting at the community college and university levels.
Reach the firm at GKirsopp@Digital-Training.Biz or (360) 598-2647. |
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Silverdale Chamber auction set for Nov. 9 |
| The Silverdale Chamber of Commerce Silver Holiday Auction is slated for Sat. Nov. 9. In addition to the great selection of auction items, which already include a hot tub and Spirit of Washington Dinner Train tickets, the Chamber is sponsoring a 50/50 raffle offering the chance to win up to $5,000. Contact the Chamber office at 692-6800 for more information. |
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The Arts
Vendors needed for Festival by the Bay |
Port Orchard will host the Festival by the Bay and The Cruise on August 11.
Street and food vendors, kids festival vendors and volunteers are all needed.
Contact Monika at (360) 874-0779 for more information. |
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The Arts
New information officer at BAC |
Susan Jackson has been named as the new public information director at Bainbridge Arts and Crafts (BAC) The announcement was made by Marian Holt McLain, executive director of the not-for-profit gallery.
Jackson, former director of the Aspen Art Museum and director of visitor services at The Museum of Modern Art, began her new position on July 1. She replaces Pat Andrews who left BAC to resume career in journalism. |
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The Arts
Collective Visions features a pair of Bainbridge
artists in August |
Bremerton’s Collective Visions Gallery will feature a joint show of painting, sculpture, and ceramics by Bainbridge Island artists Suzanne Christiansen and Shirley Burns. “A Summer Show II” centers around images of horses and flowers.
There will be a First Friday reception on Aug. 2 from 5 to 8 p.m., with guitar and vocals by John Christiansen. The opening reception special features all art at 10 percent off during the reception. |
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The Arts
Laughs at The Playhouse |
HA! Comedy Improv! Returns to The Playhouse at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3 and again on Sept. 14. Directed by Ken Ballenger and produced in conjunction with The EDGE, Bainbridge Island’s very own improvisation troupe transforms The Playhouse with “Open Improv,” a series of scenes and sketches derived from audience suggestions and in keeping with various Improv games.
Tickets are $8 for students and seniors, and $10 for adults. They are available at The Playhouse 200 Madison Ave. N., or may be charged by phone at (206) 842-8569. BPA Box Office hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
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The Arts
One World Bagel hosting Watson |
Downtown Bremerton’s One World Bagel & Pizza Co. will host local Port Orchard artist Jesse Joshua Watson who will display his jazz, blues and reggae styled art during the First Friday Art Walk on Aug. 2 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Join Watson and the One World crew for a free buffet of appetizers including Jerk Chicken, Black Beans and Rice and more. One World is located at the intersection of Burwell and Washington in Bremerton. For more information, call (360) 377-3595. |
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The Arts
Mudstock resurrected in Poulsbo |
After a 3-year hiatus, Mudstock lives and will take place once again on August 23-25. The event will feature bands, food, and entertainment. Beer and wine will be served and all proceeds will benefit the Nelson Park project which is located off Viking and Lindvig.
For information, contact the Bight of Poulsbo at (360) 779-3080 or email kathleen@libertybayfoundation.com. |
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