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COVER STORY
KREDC achieves its private sector funding goal
Hitting its goal trips $50,000 marketing fund match grant from county
By Lary Coppola |
Shortly after taking the helm last year of the beleaguered Kitsap Regional Economic Development Council (KREDC), one of the first things Executive Director David Porter convinced the county commissioners to do, was reduce the annual amount the county contributes to the group. In 2003, the KREDC received $85,000 in funding from the county. What Porter proposed is that the county reduce that to $72,000 for 2004.
However, the proposal came with a string attached — what Porter termed a “Challenge Grant.” The terms were, if the KREDC could raise $50,000 from the private sector for a special marketing outreach fund, the county would match that amount. Given the group’s fairly lackluster performance over the years, coupled with the business community’s dismal support, that appeared to be a bet the county commissioners could only win.
In recent years, the KREDC’s marketing budget has averaged around $10,000. Porter, who previously served as Marketing Manager for the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority in Northern Virginia before coming to Kitsap County, oversaw a marketing budget there in excess of $5 million annually. He noted dryly, “You really can’t buy much mind share for $10,000... (Full Article) |
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Clearwater Casino expands gaming area
Banquet business being moved to Kiana Lodge
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| The Suquamish Tribe’s Clearwater Casino is in the process of a major renovation, including increasing its gaming floor space by approximately 9,000 square feet. The casino is also expanding its popular Agate Pass deli, relocating its Players Club and gift shop, and has plans to remodel both the Cedar Steakhouse and the Beach Rock Lounge in early 2005... (Full Article) |
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SKHS Community Business Survey (FORM) |
| The Information Technology department of South Kitsap High School requests your input about the competency level and preparedness of our students and recent graduates working in local businesses. Your comments and responses will be used to guide our efforts to prepare students for the world of work... (Full Survey) |
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Pacific Northwest Salmon Center
honors five with induction into the
Wild Salmon Hall of Fame
Nature provides a free lunch, but only if we control our appetites
~ William Ruckelshaus, Business Week, 18 June 1990
By Kathleen Byrne-Barrantes |
| In what has previously been an individual honor, the Pacific Northwest Salmon Center (PNWSC) recently paid tribute to more than one individual in its second annual induction into the Wild Salmon Hall of Fame... (Full Article) |
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Accolades Awards Gala celebrated best of CK |
| The Accolade Awards Gala, Silverdale Chamber of Commerce’s annual event honoring the best and brightest of the Silverdale and Central Kitsap business community, as nominated by members of the community was held on Sept. 25th at the Red Lion Silverdale Hotel... (Full Article) |
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Gregoire tries to deny First Amendment
rights, BIAW prevails |
| After Attorney General Christine Gregoire tried to use her position to intimidate a cable company to stop broadcasting commercials run by the Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) and other business leaders, the cable company agreed to re-air the commercials with slight modification... (Full Article) |
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Turnover rate remains low
as workers are staying in jobs
But survey warns many could jump ship |
| Median separation rates (excluding layoffs, reductions-in-force, and departures of temporary staff) averaged just 0.8 percent of employers’ workforce per month in the first quarter of 2004, hitting a first-quarter low not seen since 1994... (Full Article) |
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State, unions reach tentative agreement |
| State negotiators have reached tentative contract agreements with two major state employee unions including the largest state-worker union, the Washington Federation of State Employees, and the 5,200-member Teamsters... (Full Article) |
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State investigates Labor Council
political activities |
| Evergreen Freedom Foundation (EFF) staff recently met with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) to discuss EFF’s complaint against the Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO... (Full Article) |
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Bodiwerks opens new spa in Port Orchard
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Ahhh… Frazzled Port Orchard citizens can now relax. Literally. A new spa is in town to pamper them up, give their bodies that pleasant weightless feeling, and treat them like kings and queens — at least for the hour or so they spend at the newly opened Bodiwerks Day Spa & Massage... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Sinclair Inlet gets another scrub
Oh Beautiful for smoggy skies, insecticided grain, For strip-mined mountain’s majesty above the asphalt plain. America, America, man sheds his waste on thee, And hides the pines with billboard signs, from sea to oily sea. ~ George Carlin
By Kathleen Byrne-Barrantes |
| The Sinclair Inlet Underwater & Shoreline Community CLEANUP was held on Saturday, Sept. 18, at the Annapolis Boat Launch Area along the Port Orchard Shoreline, on State Highway 304, Gorst to Naval Station Bremerton, at the Downtown Bremerton Boardwalk, and the Port Washington Narrows Shoreline Cleanup from the Lebo Blvd Lions Field Boat Launch, west along the Tracyton Beach Road... (Full Article) |
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Kitsap transportation projects
recommended for PSRC funding |
| The Transportation Policy Board, recently, announced plans to release for public comment the 119 priority transportation projects recommended to receive PSRC funding, and an additional number of projects that are receiving funds from other sources... (Full Article) |
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Garguile named as new OC Workforce
Development Dean |
| Mary Garguile was recently appointed as Dean for Workforce Development at Olympic College (OC). She brings a strong professional and educational background to this position that includes oversight of the professional-technical programs, the Basic Skills program, and the responsibility of fostering partnerships with community-based organizations... (Full Article) |
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Harrison Board Announces New CEO |
| Scott W. Bosch of Loveland, Colorado, has been selected by Harrison’s board of directors to succeed President/CEO Dave Gitch who retires November 15 after 13 years of service... (Full Article) |
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Kitsap Bank congratulates
2004 scholarship recipients |
| Kitsap Bank recently announced its 2004 scholarship recipients. For over 30 years, the bank, which does business outside of Kitsap County, North Mason County and Gig Harbor as Olympic Bank, has emphasized the importance of continuing education by offering scholarships to the sons and daughters of employees who are graduating from any high school and entering college, trade school, or university... (Full Article) |
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Bremerton Soroptimist celebrates
60 years of service |
Soroptimist International of greater Bremerton (SIGB) celebrated 60 years of community service on Sept. 18.
Soroptimist International of greater Bremerton, chartered June 1, 1944, is one of more than 2700 Clubs in 66 countries with nearly 100,000 members... (Full Article) |
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SBA breaks all-time loan record |
| U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Hector V. Barreto recently announced that, with almost two full months still remaining in the fiscal year, the SBA has already backed more loans in its 7(a) and 504 programs than ever before in its 51-year history... (Full Article) |
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Silverdale Chamber announces
new board of directors |
| At its recent annual retreat, the Silverdale Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors named the officers for the organization for the coming year... (Full Article) |
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Dream Dinners offers fundraising opportunity
to non-profit groups |
Non-profit groups now have a new way to raise funds for their group, with help from Dream Dinners – Poulsbo.
“Groups simply schedule a fundraiser with us and then encourage their members to register for a meal-assembly session at our store,” says owner Kirsten Cowan... (Full Article) |
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Is this behavior really normal?
Get answers to the questions all parents ask |
| If you are a parent with questions about your child’s behavior, you’re invited to attend a free program featuring a panel of experts who will address your concerns. Open to the public, the event will be held at Group Health’s Port Orchard Medical Center, 1400 Pottery Avenue, Thursday, Oct. 28, at 6:30 p.m... (Full Article) |
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CFA Properties buys Bainbridge Asset
Management Corporation |
| Bainbridge Asset Management Corporation, a leading property management firm serving Bainbridge Island, has sold its business operations to CFA Properties, Inc., effective August. CFA Properties has been formed by Carolyn and Charlie Frame... (Full Article) |
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Angel receives unanimous endorsement
from CSTC |
| Commissioner Jan Angel recently received a unanimous re-election endorsement from the at the the Cross Sound Transportation Coalition’s (CSTC) September meeting... (Full Article) |
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Kitsap County receives “Best Workplaces
for Commuters” award |
| Kitsap County was one of 65 employers throughout Washington State and the only employer in Kitsap County, to receive the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s “Best Workplaces for Commuters” award... (Full Article) |
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Many employees are near financial disaster |
| Despite several economic indicators pointing toward national economic recovery, employees do not seem to be feeling the relief, as calls to employee assistance programs (EAP) from workers seeking financial assistance and counseling have skyrocketed, according to EAP provider ComPsych Corporation... (Full Article) |
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Eickmeyer receives Friend
of Manufacturing award |
| Washington Manufacturing Services (WMS) has awarded its First Annual “Friend of Manufacturing” award to State Representative Bill Eickmeyer (D-Belfair). The award recognizes a person in government who has worked for the advancement of manufacturing in Washington State... (Full Article) |
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Buffalo getting ready to head home to Montana |
| An almost life size buffalo will soon be crated up and shipped back to the Charles Russell Museum in Great Falls, Mont. – where it will join 19 other decoratively painted buffalo for the 2005 Lewis and Clark celebrations... (Full Article) |
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Bremerton Symphony hires director for chorale |
| Elizabeth Stoyanovich, music director of the Bremerton Symphony Association, recently announced the hiring of LeeAnne Campos as the director for the Association’s Concert Chorale... (Full Article) |
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Port of Brownsville Marina becomes
Kitsap County’s first EnviroStar Marina |
| Port of Brownsville Marina, became the first marina in Kitsap County to be certified as an EnviroStar. The marina, located at 9790 Ogle Road N.E. in Bremerton, has demonstrated a commitment to protecting the environment by reducing and properly managing hazardous waste. It has been awarded three stars... (Full Article) |
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Made in Bremerton Store adds artists, “...and More” to name |
| As of Sept. 1, Diane Griffith took over as sole owner of the Made in Bremerton Store, which was originally opened in March of this year by artist and gallery owner Amy Burnett. Griffin has added “...and More” to the name... (Full Article) |
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Time to remind employees about
winter storm policies |
| It’s the season again to remind employees about your organization’s winter storm policies. Review the procedures to follow when snow falls or ice begins to form... (Full Article) |
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PSNS & IMF host Career and Job Fair |
| Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) recently announced it is planning to hire 400 employees over the next year... (Full Article) |
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Nader to appear on Washington
general election ballot |
| A visiting judge for Thurston County Superior Court recently issued a bench ruling that Ralph Nader will appear on the Nov. 2nd General Election ballot. |
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KCU names new support services manager |
| Kitsap Credit Union has named Heather Spiese as its new support services manager. She brings over five years of financial service experience to this position. Support Services handles all back office functions for members. |
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Local boy goes wild |
Gone wild with life... only a few could dream — and make them come true. Joe Bloomquist is one of the lucky ones.
Raised in Port Orchard and receiving his degree at the University of Washington in Fishery, Bloomquist now has every fisherman’s dream job. If you ever wanted to try fly-fishing in Montana, Bloomquist offers X-Stream Fishing and can be reached at (877) 4X-STREAM (49-787326) or joe@missouririverlodge.com. |
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Bremerton Rotary to show off
“A Taste of Elegance” |
Bremerton Rotary Club’s “Taste of Elegance” gourmet wine dinner and auction will be held at the new Kitsap Conference Center at Bremerton Harborside on Oct. 30 beginning at 5:30 p.m.
This year’s “Taste” will feature the wines of one of Washington’s finest wineries, Pepper Bridge, from Walla Walla as well as wine pairing from other great wineries.
The cost of $130 per person will include dinner, wine and valet parking. Contact Genie at (360) 373-1488 to make reservations or for more information, formal attire is encouraged. All proceeds benefit the Bremerton Rotary Foundation. |
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Fred Hill Materials, Kitsap Ready
Mix support 4H and FFA |
Thanks to Fred Hill Materials and Kitsap Ready Mix after another great year. For more than nine years the Hill Family has come out to the Kitsap County 4H and FFA Market Animal Auction and purchased animals to support 4H and FFA exhibitors.
This year Kitsap Ready Mix purchased Peter Crabtree’s steer, the Reserve Champion. |
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Kingston Collision & Glass celebrates one year |
Kingston Collision & Glass celebrated its one year anniversary and is branching out into more than collision work, now repairing seat belts and door windows.
Glass repair is not limited to cars and trucks, now boat and heavy equipment windshields can be repaired. The firm has even been known to paint a few airplane parts. Reach them at (360) 297-1708. |
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Author Thurow featured
at manufacturers conference |
The 7th Annual Puget Sound Conference for Manufacturers, featuring Lester Thurow, author of “Fortune Favors the Bold” and “Winners and Losers in the Global Economy” will be held Tues., Nov. 9, from 8:30 am - 4:30 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel SeaTac.
For more information or to register call (253) 854-1770. |
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bodylink opens in Poulsbo |
bodylink has opened in Poulsbo at 1015 NE Hostmark St., Suite 101 in 5,800 square feet of space which will be dedicated to delivering the bodylink product, comprised of physical therapy, sports performance training, personal training, massage therapy, and nutritional consultation. The Frappier Acceleration Program will be featured. In addition, a 15 foot sound theater has been added to increase and encourage motivation.
The Poulsbo location will be led by Gregg Sampson, P.T. and associates which currently operate out of the Silverdale location.
Contact bodylink Poulsbo at (360) 697-7726 or in Silverdale at (360) 337-7662. |
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Silverdale Chamber to host auction Nov. 13 |
The Silverdale Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Caribbean Pirate Adventure for its 11th annual auction on Nov. 13 at the Kiana Lodge.
To get a sneak peek of the items, check out the auction catalog on-line at www.silverdalechamber.com.
Tickets are $50 each and include a dinner selection of either Caribbean Barbacoa or Spiced Red Snapper. A few VIP tables are still available offering the best value and come with a number of special perks. The event kicks off with cocktails and silent auction bidding at 6 p.m. Deadline for reservation is Nov. 1.
For information or reservations, contact the Chamber at (360) 692-6800 or info@silverdalechamber.com. |
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Slaton named Director
of Marine Facilities at Port |
The Port of Bremerton Commissioners and Chief Executive Officer recently announced the selection of Steven Slaton of Bremerton as the Port’s Director of Marine Facilities.
Slaton, a retired naval officer and local business executive will begin his duties immediately at his offices at the Port Orchard Marina.
Most recently, Slaton served in a variety of director roles for Concurrent Technologies Corp (CTC) in Bremerton. While with CTC he managed both the firm’s business activity and a wide range of high tech and R&D projects and also has ties with Olympic College as an Adjunct Professor of Physics. |
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Kitsap Credit Union names new loan officer |
| Kitsap Credit Union recently named Helen Battaglia as its newest real estate loan officer. Battaglia brings real estate experience to the position and will focus on origination loans and growing the membership through its programs and low rates. |
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Sound Referrals Chapter of BNI
holds visitor’s day |
| Business Network International, BNI, is holding a Visitor’s Day on Nov. 2, for its Sound Referrals chapter. The event will take palce at the Red Lion Hotel in Silverdale at 7:30 a.m. Call Micki Peak for reservations at (360) 692-2985. For more information visit www.bninw.com. |
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SKBN elects officers |
South Kitsap Business Networking (SKBN) recently elected new officers for 2004-2005. President, Walt Juneau; Vice President, Bill Burgess; Secretary, Lindsy Anderson; and Treasurer, Will Lemon.
SKBN is a group of small business professionals endeavoring to foster local business and provide referrals for one another. Visit them at www.skbn.org. |
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VCB debuts new Web sites |
| The Kitsap Peninsula Visitor and Convention Bureau (VCB) recently announced it had launched several new Web sites promoting the area. VisitKitsap.com highlights tourism, history, fascinating local facts, etc. GolfKitsap.com is pretty self-explanatory — local golfing. WeddingsKitsap.com showcases beautiful gardens, waterfront and other wedding locations. VisitKitsap.com offers In depth information on the communities and activities, searchable calendar of events, and interactive maps. Pet friendly and handicap accessible information is also available, with links to the rest of the region. |
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Cascadia offering new co-dependency program |
Cascadia Addition Treatment Services, recently announced a new program “Pathways to Freedom from Co-Dependency.”
The 10-week program is designed to maximize learning and healing from this disorder. Each weekly session, is two hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The cost of the program is $25 per session or $200 for ten sessions.
Cascadia is located in Bremerton at 2817 Wheaton Way, Suite 205 and can be reached at (360) 373-0155. |
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BNI forms new local chapter in Port Orchard |
Business Network International (BNI) announced the formulation of a local chapter in Port Orchard. The name of the local chapter is “Northwest Business Connections” and the purpose statement is “Building Business through Referrals.”
The charter was effective Sept. 15. For more information contact: Pat McGuire (360) 895-5212, Joe McGuire (360) 871-2180; Messial Cruz (360) 731-4129; or Charles Palmer (360) 871-3175. |
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Art Anderson selected for
Indian Island CQC contract |
| Chugach McKinley, with Art Anderson Associates as its designated Construction Quality Control (CQC) manager, will provide construction of the new trestle at Indian Island Naval Weapons Magazine at Port Hadlock. Art Anderson Associates previously provided CQC services for two contracts for the replacement of deteriorated concrete structural piles and fender pile systems in 2002 and 2003. |
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Wholesale baker files for bankruptcy protection |
Interstate Bakeries Corp., the nation's largest wholesaler baker whose products include Twinkies and Wonder Bread, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
The company said it had a commitment, subject to bankruptcy court approval, from JP Morgan Chase Bank to provide $200 million to pay suppliers, employees and other operating costs during the reorganization. It said it would continue operating its bakeries, outlet stores and distribution centers.
Interstate, with annual sales of $3.5 billion, operates more than 50 bakeries and employs about 34,000 people. |
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New agent joins Coldwell Banker
McKenzie on B.I. |
Deanna Dempsey McCulloch has joined the Coldwell Banker McKenzie team on Bainbridge Island. She brings over 15 years experience in real estate management and has a background in interior design to the firm.
She can be reached at (360) 908-0123 or Deanna@cbmckenzie.com.
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John L. Scott welcomes trio
to Port Orchard office |
John L. Scott Port Orchard managing broker, Jacqui Curtiss, recently announced the addition of three new agents to her team: Guy “Jake” Jefferson, Angela McPherson, and Kristen Oswood. All are new to real estate.
Jefferson was an owner of a medical transportation service company; McPherson has been familiar with the industry for many years as her parents are long-time agents; and Oswood has a background in healthcare.
McPherson, Jefferson and Oswood can all be reached at (360) 876-7600. |
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Faeth joins MVP Physical Therapy |
| Craig Faeth, a physical therapist and certified athletic trainer, is the new Port Orchard clinic manager. Faeth specializes in sports rehabilitation and takes a hands-on approach to treatment that includes patient education and an aggressive exercise routine. He also works with local schools and Olympic College to provide certified athletic training. |
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Enviro attorney spends $250K
to knock off Sutherland |
Seattle environmental activist and attorney Peter Goldman has donated $250,000 to an independent political committee he hopes will unseat state Lands Commissioner Doug Sutherland.
Goldman is the largest donor to Citizens Protecting our Water and Forests, which he helped organize. The committee's other major contributor is the nonprofit Washington Conservation Voters. An ad blitz against Sutherland is expected to begin shortly. |
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Washington Democrats all vote against
Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act |
On a party line congressional vote recently, Washington State Republican members of the U.S. House all voted for HR 4571 — legislation to curb frivolous lawsuits.
While the legislation passed 229-174, Democrats Jay Inslee (1st), Rick Larsen (2nd), Brian Baird (3rd), Norm Dicks (6th), Jim McDermott (7th), and Adam Smith (9th) all voted to oppose the Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act. |
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Kitsap Towing receives multiple awards |
Kitsap Towing and Road Services was recently award First Place in the 2004 NW Regional Tow Show’s Nostalgic Tow Truck category for it 1950 Chevrolet Tow Truck, and received second place in the “working” class B category for the 1998 Peterbuilt tow truck. Kevin Birum also received Best Overall Driver.
Kitsap Towing can be reached at (360) 297-8600. |
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New multipurpose canister adhesive |
Westech Aerosol Corporation, located in Port Orchard, recently announced the release of a new multipurpose spray adhesive. WT-DMEasy is a competitively priced canister adhesive ideal for construction applications.
For more information Westech Aerosol can be reached at (877) 674-2010 or visit www.ok2spray.com. |
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Remodel Kitsap preparing for third edition |
Remodel Kitsap, a resource guide for people interested in remodeling their homes, is preparing for publication of its third edition. Published and distributed free by Wet Apple Publishing for the Remodelor’s Council of the Homebuilders Association (HBA) the full-color glossy magazine contains articles written by local remodeling professionals about overcoming the challenges of remodeling to create the home of your dreams.
Remodel Kitsap will be available at the HBA’s Home and Garden Expo, which takes place in February at the Kitsap Peninsula. Call (360) 876-7900 for advertising information. |
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Equitable Notes Company expanding services |
Sye Garrison and Merv Richardson of Equitable Notes Company, brokering real estate notes and contracts, have recently expanded their service to include insurance life settlements, primarily for seniors.
For more information about Equitable Notes, contact Garrison at (360) 307-9083 or Richardson at (360) 697-5497. |
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Builder Breakfast set in Port Orchard |
The Homebuilders Association (HBA) will host one of it Builder Breakfasts on Oct. 14 at the Family Pancake House in Port Orchard, at 7:30 am.
Commissioner Jan Angel and Public Works Director Randy Castillo will discuss the Gorst sewer proposal, and Building Code Supervisor Mike Barth and Building Permit Coordinator Jan Collins will speak about the County's permitting process. |
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Silverdale Chamber to host
gubernatorial candidates |
Silverdale Chamber of Commerce recently announced, along with other area Chambers the hosting of a gubernatorial candidate forum on Oct. 14, at the Red Lion Silverdale Hotel, starting at 11:30 a.m. Gubernatorial candidates will be addressing their perspective on the economic needs and vitality of Kitsap County.
The cost is $35 per person, table of eight at $250. Contact the Silverdale Chamber at (360) 692-6800 or online at www.silverdalechamber.com for more information or to make a reservation. |
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