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COVER STORY
Bainbridge firm involved in Iraq relief effort
By Kevin Dwyer |
If nothing else, Ed Ellis is an opportunist.
When the occasion opened up last year for Americans to trade with Cuba for the first time in more than 40 years, Ellis Bainbridge Island company became the first shipper under government contract to transport grain to Castro’s communist country.
A similar situation occurred several weeks back when Ellis’ company – San Juan Navigation — won a contract to ship wheat to Iraq for humanitarian relief. San Juan is one of several Seattle-area companies that will have a hand in helping restore order to war ravaged Iraq. A larger company, Stevedoring Services of America, has been retained to manage the port operations at Umm Qasr... (Full Article) |
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Zoltan Szigethy: A true citizen of the world
After several years, Szigethy is leaving the KREDC,
but few know who he really is
By Linda Thomson |
| Zoltan Szigethy, executive director of the Kitsap Regional Economic Development Council has an interesting and varied background, and a now wide-open future, resigning his post effective the end of August. Kitsap County’s business community has a much more open future (as in “open arms” of welcome), thanks to his work on behalf of this area, as well... (Full Article) |
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Frames named Bainbridge Chamber’s
Business Couple of the Year
By Kevin Dwyer |
| Like so many people before them, Charlie and Carolyn Frame of CFA Northwest Mortgage Professionals first viewed Bainbridge Island from the bow of their boat... (Full Article) |
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Rose having “way too much fun”
restoring Port Gamble
By Linda Thomson |
“How cool is that?” says Jon Rose, after describing the 150-year-old mill town of Port Gamble, which he oversees for Olympic Property Group.
Rose has been operating the North Kitsap town since August 2001... (Full Article) |
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Ergonomics to have day
in state’s highest court |
WE CARE, a group of state and national business organizations, has filed an appeal to the Dept. of Labor and Industries’ ergonomics rules.
“We were pleased that the Senate passed SB 5161 to make the ergonomics rules voluntary... (Full Article) |
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Health & Fitness
ADA: No good deed goes unpunished |
| The American Disability Act’s definition of “disability” includes individuals who are regarded as having an impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. This seemingly innocuous provision can be a dangerous trap for employers, as illustrated in a recent case from the U.S. District Court in Maine... (Full Article) |
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Gig Harbor Republicans host tax relief event |
| On April 26, the Republican Club of Gig Harbor-Key Peninsula hosted its first annual Tax Relief Breakfast. The event was held at Neville’s at Madrona Links... (Full Article) |
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Dispute Resolution Center
offers mediation training |
| In-depth, 40-hour mediation training for community members interested in becoming mediators for the Dispute Resolution Center or learning new skills for use in the workplace and community, is scheduled for May 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10... (Full Article) |
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Local auto repair facilities earn AAA award |
Four area auto repair facilities in Bremerton have earned a 2002 AAA Top Shop Award for their outstanding performance.
In Bremerton, the two are L&R Automotive and Peninsula Subaru; in Port Hadlock, Circle & Square Global Car Service; and in Port Orchard, Bay Ford earned the award... (Full Article) |
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KREDC business survey findings: Optimistic |
| The Kitsap Regional Economic Development Council recently conducted a structured series of interviews to solicit the views of defense, manufacturing and technology businesses in Kitsap County in the first quarter of 2003. The results were announced at the group’s March 27 annual meeting... (Full Article) |
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Kitsap geologist inks book contract |
| Port Orchard consulting geologist William C. Haneberg has signed a contract to write a book on mathematical and computational geoscience for the German publisher Springer-Verlag... (Full Article) |
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Courtesy volunteers time to local schools |
| Courtesy Ford, part of the Poulsbo-based Courtesy Auto Group, will meet with the local high schools in their area during the month of May, and give a “Credit Drives America” presentation on the importance of creditworthiness, focusing on creating and maintaining good credit... (Full Article) |
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KMHS Foundation announces
25th anniversary gala event |
| The Kitsap Mental Health Services Foundation has announced today it will host a gala celebration in honor of the 25th Anniversary of Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS), a local non-profit agency that has provided and continues to provide services and hope for thousands of individuals and their families... (Full Article) |
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Washington Fed reports record Q1 earnings |
| Washington Federal, parent company of Washington Federal Savings, recently announced earnings of $37,704,000 or 54 cents per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31. That compares to $35,759,000 or 51 cents per diluted share for the same period one year ago; a 6 percent per share increase... (Full Article) |
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New P.O. Toastmasters meetings through May |
| The public is invited to attend a meeting of the new Port Orchard Toastmasters Club... (Full Article) |
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Healthcare is topic of community roundtable |
| Kitsap’s health and healthcare priorities drove conversation April 21 at Harrison Silverdale, where some 65 representatives from business, education, healthcare, government, service organizations and the faith community gathered for a community roundtable. Facilitated by the Washington Health Foundation, the roundtable was one of 43 held in counties across the state... (Full Article) |
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Homeland Security coordinator hired |
| John Szymanski joins the Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management as the regional coordinator for Homeland Security. Szymanski will work with emergency management jurisdictions to coordinate homeland security efforts throughout the region... (Full Article) |
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Can’t start too early for Festival of Trees |
| Harrison Hospital Foundation is busy organizing the 2003 Festival of Trees. The three-day community, holiday event takes place this year Dec. 5-7 at the Kitsap Pavilion and President’s Hall. In the past 16 years, more than $1.6 million has been netted to benefit Harrison Memorial Hospital... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Volunteer monitors gained
intimate knowledge of the resource
“It’s hard to see a river all at once… In the beginnings of the river, you teeter on the edge of a hundred tiny watersheds where one drop of water is always tipping the balance from one stream to another. History changes with each tiny event, shaping an outcome that we can only fully grasp in hindsight. And that view changes as we move farther downstream.” - Lynn Noel, Voyages: Canada’s Heritage Rivers
By Kathleen Byrne-Barrante |
| “Water quality education efforts benefited from earlier strategies to save salmon,” stated Charlotte Garrido, former Kitsap County Commissioner and pioneer of the Olalla Creek project... (Full Article) |
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Boxlight: Now old enough to vote |
| April marked the 18th year in business for Boxlight. That milestone makes the company the oldest projector company in existence today. As many successful enterprises do, Boxlight started small. Herb Myers and the late Sloan Myers originally founded Boxlight in the basement of their San Francisco Bay home. In 1989 the company moved to Poulsbo... (Full Article) |
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The Green Spot
Painting time again?
By Rick Courson, President
Cedar Bay Homes |
| As we enter the spring season it’s time to get the house in shape. Painting can be a great lift to the spirit and the house. The key to any paint job is the correct paint for the job... (Full Article) |
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Top 10 most common wage violations |
| According to a Commerce Clearinghouse report, the most prevalent wage and hours violations are... (Full Article) |
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Port Orchard Rotary’s
Annual Crab Feed & Auction set for May 10 |
| The date for the annual Port Orchard Rotary Crab Feed and Auction, one of South Kitsap’s favorite traditional community events, has been set for May 10. The event will take place in the gym at Olympic Gym and Racquet Club at the top of Mile Hill Drive... (Full Article) |
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Local Creative Memories consultant advances |
| Leslie Burnett of Port Orchard has advanced to a leadership level with Creative Memories... (Full Article) |
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Goller expands to include hauling and clean up |
| Licensed, bonded general contractors, Goller Grade & Gravel are now providing hauling and complete clean-up services. Trash, wood, paint, oil, tires, metals and other recycling products, plus hazardous materials are disposed of properly. After clean-up Goller Grade & Gravel can offer further landscape improvements to the site... (Full Article) |
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Stump tapped to lead Phynity’s pro services |
| Nancy Stump has been named to head Phynity Professional Services Division. In that position, she willprovide product support, customization and consulting services for the rapidly growing Silverdale-based software development firm... (Full Article) |
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Silverdale trail center open for season |
| The Clear Creek/Saq’ad Interpretive Center, part of the Clear Creek Trail Project in Silverdale, is open the first Saturday of each month from noon to 4 p.m. and, beginning in May, the first and third Saturday of each month... (Full Article) |
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Twiss Analytical purchases new instruments |
Twiss Analytical Laboratories has purchased two Perkin Elmer Gas Chromatographs to further expand its organic testing capabilities.
The instruments will be used to test for diesel, gasoline, hydrocarbon ID, volatile and organic compounds... (Full Article) |
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Majestic Charter wins 4-year contract
with Seattle City Light |
| Majestic Charter and Tours has been awarded a four-year contract to provide tour bus service from Seattle to Newhalem, for the summer tour seasons at Diablo Dam, Seattle’s source for hydroelectric power... (Full Article) |
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Frontier Bank sets Day of Giving
to celebrate 25 years |
| In recognition of its 25th anniversary, and as a way of saying, “Thank you,” Frontier Bank’s 300 employees have dedicated a “Day of Giving” to branch communities... (Full Article) |
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Mansker Tire debuts its new Poulsbo facility |
| Gary Mansker, his family, and dozens of Les Schwab dealers were on hand as Mansker Tire Center opened new facilities on Viking Way recently. FPH Construction built the new facility. It was built below the former Poulsbo store, which was removed to create additional parking on the completion of the project. For more information, call (360) 779-7771. |
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Learn how to sell on eBay |
Have you wanted to sell your unused stuff on eBay, but didn’t know how? Well, Tricia Hanley, a trading assistant for the online auctioneer will teach a course through Poulsbo Parks and Recreation titled, “Start Selling On eBay.”
The class focuses on what it takes to sell on the world’s largest online trading company. Students will learn tips to estimate an item’s value in the marketplace, list items with time saving tools and close a successful auction.
Classes start May 14th. For more information, contact Poulsbo Parks and Recreation at 360-779-9898. |
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United Way’s 10th annual Day of Caring
set for June |
United Way of Kitsap County is holding its 10th annual Day of Caring on Wednesday, June 25.
The community is invited to participate in the hand-on volunteer event. United Way welcomes groups from local businesses, faith communities, service clubs, schools and neighborhoods, as well as individuals who are looking for a way to make a difference in Kitsap County.
For further information, or to register, call the United Way office at (360) 377-8505, or tingwaldson@unitedwaykitsap.org. |
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Morgensen opens counseling practice |
Brittney Morgensen has recently obtained her master’s degree in psychology and has opened a new office specializing in adolescents and women’s issues with a special focus on eating disorders Morgensen offers a sliding fee scale and plans to develop workshops and support groups focusing on a wide variety of issues common to female adolescents.
Morgensen’s office is located in Silverdale at 9481 Bayshore Dr., Suite 204. The practice can be reached at (360) 509-3656. |
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Anniversary celebration set for Caron’s |
“Caron’s - the finest in coastal living” will celebrate its first anniversary in downtown Poulsbo Mother’s Day weekend, May 9-11.
Daily door prizes, a grand prize drawing and plenty of refreshments will be part of the festivities. Stop by 18833-C Front Street and join in the fun! Caron’s is located in the Havne Veien, phone (360) 779-1717. |
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Bryan McConaughy to leave Dicks’ office |
Congressman Norm Dicks’ right hand man on the Kitsap Peninsula, Bryan McConaughy, has announced he will be leaving the congressman’s staff May 31.
In an e-mail to a number of friends and associates, the popular aide said he will be joining Newman & Associates as a consultant.
Holding down the fort for Dicks’ will be Tom Luce, Mary Schuneman and a new staffer, Alyson Daly. All three can be reached at 253-593-6536.) |
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Nye new manager at KCFCU’s shipyard branch |
| Marianna Nye is the new manager of the Kitsap Credit Union Puget Sound Naval Shipyard branch. Nye has been with the credit union for seven months and has six years of financial service experience. Her in-depth knowledge of military life will be an asset in assisting military personnel and their families with their financial needs. |
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Waldbillig named 2002 NAPA tech |
| Norbert Waldbillig has been named the NAPA tech of the year for the Seattle district for 2002. He has been employed at LK’s Auto Repair for the past two years, is an ASE master technician and a graduate of Olympic College automotive program. |
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Tea room open to moms,
grandmothers on May 11 |
Treat a mom (and grandmother) to a traditional tea, including a tempting array of sweet and savory delicacies from Harmony Hill’s whole foods kitchen, a robust selection of teas, plus a special “take-home” gift for all moms.
The open day is May 11, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost, suggested minimum $15 donation per person. Reservations are required. Harmony Hills Retreat Center is located at 7362 East SR 106 in Union. Call (360) 898-2363 for directions or visit www.harmonyhill.org. |
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Daigle finishes works for
Bret Price, Grand Banks |
| Daigle Design has just completed two projects: the complete re-design of the Spray journal newsletter for Grand Banks Yachts and an interactive CD and Web site for the sculpture work of Southern California artist Bret Price. |
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Bremerton Naval Museum
seeking volunteer hosts |
The Bremerton Naval Museum is in need of volunteer hosts to greet visitors, answer questions, and also work in the gift center. Training is provided and schedules are flexible. Good people skills and/or an interest in Naval history is helpful.
For more information, call Jana Bonny, at (360) 377-5511. |
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Local business coach hired by NASA |
Local business coach Molly Gordon has been retained by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as part of the Creativity and Innovation Program at NASA’s Langley Research Center.
Gordon is tailoring her Authentic Promotion program for the agency, and will lead a two-day workshop in Hampton, Virginia.
Gordon developed Authentic Promotion for entrepreneurs and others who love their work but balk at promoting it. At NASA, the program will be offered to engineers and researchers who are frequently called on to write and advocate for high-risk and high-pay-off research.
For more information, call (360) 697-7022 or e-mail, mgordon@mollygordon.com. |
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Volunteers needed at Kingston’s
Stillwater Environment Center |
Numerous opportunities are available for the growing and dedicated volunteer team at Kingston’s Stillwater environment center.
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) has offered to provide carpenters, trail maintenance assistants, office help, and interpretive display designers.
There are many other volunteer opportunities available. For more information, call RSVP coordinator Jana Bonny at (360) 377-5511. |
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Handmade dream store opens in Silverdale |
Patricia Denchel’s 32-year dream has materialized into a 300-square-foot shop called “Pat’s Handmade Crafts” in Silverdale.
Over the years Denchel has built a following at craft fairs, with her hand-milled soaps, scented candles and vintage one-of-a-kind button jewelry. Her beaded amulet bags are made from seed beads from Japan and lampwork beads. The store will also feature fun and unique rubber stamps.
Pat’s Handmade Crafts is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon.-Sat., located at 9330 Silverdale Way N.W. To reach Denchel by phone call (360) 692-7997. |
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Kitsap Trees earns conservation award |
Kitsap Trees was recently honored with the Kitsap County Outstanding Achievement Conservation Leadership Award. The newly-formed group was recognized at the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners Meeting on April 21.
Kitsap Trees has planted trees along areas of Bremerton, worked with schools and other non-profits acquiring native plants and trees, and will collaborate with the state Department of Transportation to plant trees along the state highways from Bremerton to Poulsbo in a project aptly named Kitsap Treeways. |
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B.I. Chamber readies for Grand Old Fourth |
It’s not too early to sign up your business or organization for a booth in the Bainbridge Chamber’s 36th Annual Grand Old Fourth of July Parade and Community Celebration — one of the Chamber’s major fundraisers.
Booth prices range from $50 to $300. There are also a number of quality sponsorship opportunities for this all-day happening, voted the number one cultural activity on Bainbridge Island.
The event includes a street fair, classic car show, parade, bands, fun runs, a bicycle race and much more. For information, call the Chamber at (206) 842-3700. |
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Bremerton Senior Center
needs volunteer office workers |
Just one morning a week may be all it takes. Volunteers are needed at the Bremerton Senior Center for a variety of responsibilities from receptionist to gift shop sales. If you have an interest in people, organizational skills and the ability to multitask, go ahead and give a call. Training is provided.
To volunteer, call Jana Bonny at (360) 377-5511. |
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