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COVER STORY
Critical Area Ordinance moves
to decision stage |
The Kitsap County Planning Commission has sent its recommendations about Draft 2 of the proposed Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) on to the County Commissioners. The Planning Commission was split along a 6-3 vote on most issues, with Commissioner Chris Endresen's three appointees, John Ahl, Tom Nevins and Deborah Flynn, all favoring adopting Draft 2 as written, and submitting a “Minority Report” outlining their positions.
The other six appointees, Chairman Monty Mahan, Mike Gustavson, and Lary Coppola, all from South Kitsap, and Dean Jenniges, John Taylor and Frank Mahaffay, from Central Kitsap, favored numerous changes and took issue with many of the provisions in the document.
The most contentious issues are buffer widths, Best Available Science, and the ambiguous and non-quantifiable language that is rife throughout the document. Terms such as “reasonable” and “enhanced,” are used generously but not defined. The majority of planning commissioners object to the implementation of policies and procedures where the interpretation of such terms is left up to county bureaucrats. They want those terms defined or changed, so the document is specific and can be uniform in its implementation... (Full Article) |
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Second-generation surveyor
carries on 50-year tradition
By Rodika Tollefson |
| The Ward C. Muller and Associates land surveying company has been a mainstay in Kitsap County for 50 years. Started in 1955 by Ward Muller in Bremerton, the company has been located in Port Orchard for 30 years... (Full Article) |
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No increase in workers comp rates
says Gregoire at small business conference
Not true insists BIAW, calling Gregoire's announcement
a “sham” and a “bureaucratic sleight of hand”
By Lary Coppola |
Small business owners, legislators and policymakers gathered for the 2005 Statewide Small Business Conference at the SeaTac Hilton recently to discuss Washington State's business climate.
Governor Christine Gregoire gave the keynote lunch address and in a surprise announcement, laid out her plan to forgo the planned 3.8 percent workers' compensation increase for January 2006... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
City of Bremerton, Bremerton Housing Authority, and Kitsap County Housing Authority seek comments on grant applications
Agencies vying for federal assessment and clean-up grants
seek public comment on applications until December 12
By Kathleen Byrne-Barrantes |
| Brownfields are properties where expansion, redevelopment, or reuse may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a contaminant, pollutant or hazardous substance. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Brownfields program was created to help communities redevelop, reuse or expand land that - because of contamination, pollutant, or hazardous substance - might otherwise be unusable... (Full Article) |
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Good idea? Bad idea? How do you know?
By Wendy Miles |
| Have you ever had a brainstorm that resulted in what seemed to be a great idea for a new business? Perhaps you have had that 3 a.m. idea that would help kids stay away from drugs — like starting a Boys and Girls Club in Kitsap County... (Full Article) |
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Town Square Port Orchard
set to start renovation |
| Sometime next year, Town Square Port Orchard - formerly South Kitsap Mall on Mile Hill Drive will look quite different. The owners of the mall are planning to start a renovation project sometime in February... (Full Article) |
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Giving the Big Green gift |
| There is one last gift to be given when the holiday season is over. It doesn't require ribbons and bows, comes straight from the heart, and happens to be the color green: It's the perpetual gift of recycling. And it's a gift that continues even after all the decorations are taken down... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
AWB publishes new environmental
compliance handbook |
| The Association of Washington Business (AWB) and Marten Law Group PLLC announce the release of the 2006 edition of the Environmental Compliance Handbook, a how-to guide on environmental rights and responsibilities under Washington and federal law... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
Deadline approaches for getting
mercury off store shelves |
| Buying a mercury-filled thermometer won't soon be as easy as stopping by the corner store. On Jan. 1, items containing mercury, such as fever thermometers, gauges, thermostats and even jewelry and novelty items will be illegal to sell in Washington... (Full Article) |
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Environmental
AWB honors Watson for
environmental excellence |
| The Association of Washington Business (AWB) recently presented Poulsbo-based Watson Furniture Group - along with eight other Washington companies - with its Environmental Excellence Awards for their continuous efforts in environmental innovation, resource conservation, education and continuous improvement. AWB President Don Brunell presented the awards at AWB's 2005 Environmental Summit... (Full Article) |
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Harrison joins 100K Lives Campaign
Patient safety is more than a philosophy at the medical center |
| Carol Butcher knows that when patients arrive at Harrison Medical Center they're often frightened and vulnerable. The registered nurse, who oversees patient safety at Harrison's three campuses, has a message for them: We do everything we can to provide exceptional — and exceptionally safe — care... (Full Article) |
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KEDC confirms support for
development of speedway in Kitsap |
| The Kitsap Economic Development Council (KEDC) board of directors at its monthly meeting on Nov. 17 unanimously passed a resolution confirming its continuing support for International Speedway Corporation's (ISC) efforts to develop a major motor speedway in south Kitsap County... (Full Article) |
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Treadwell to present Mind Over Matrix
program on Bainbridge Island |
| Language is the path that leads us from the repetition of the mind to freedom of the spirit, says Bret Treadwell, He has developed a technology called Autobiographical Feedback™, which interrupts the repetition of the unconscious mind with a marketing campaign for your benefit... (Full Article) |
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IRS stepping up small business audits,
expert warns |
Lance Wallach, of VEBA, Estate and Financial Planning is the bearer of some bad news: the IRS is starting to take a closer look at the returns of small businesses.
“Anybody could pretty much get away with anything up until this year, because just about nobody was being audited... (Full Article) |
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Viking Financial posts record earnings for Q3
Redmond tapped to lead ABA Community Bankers Council |
| Viking Financial Services Corp. and its major subsidiary, Viking Bank, which has a branch in Poulsbo, achieved record earnings for the third quarter, announced Patrick D. Redmond, president & CEO... (Full Article) |
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Bill Nye the Science Guy is coming to Kitsap
Two special performances benefiting Kids Discovery Museum |
| Most kids affectionately know him as “Bill Nye the Science Guy,” the larger than life TV personality, comedian and author that makes science fun with his weird and wacky demonstrations... (Full Article) |
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West Sound Academy completes
new campus and moves to the hill |
| In early November West Sound Academy faculty, staff and students moved into its new, permanent location. Surrounded by forests and fields that overlook Liberty Bay and the Olympic Mountain Range, West Sound Academy now offers expanded scientific laboratories, classrooms, computer, library, and performance spaces as well as a professional art gallery that will be open to the public... (Full Article) |
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South Kitsap Helpline holiday information |
| The South Kitsap Helpline is seeking donations from individuals and businesses to help needy families during the holidays... (Full Article) |
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AMI adds new technology |
| Advanced Medical Imaging (AMI) recently announced it now has the capability of computer-guided implantology for dental surgery... (Full Article) |
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Port Orchard Chamber comes out
in favor of building NASCAR track |
| The Port Orchard Chamber of Commerce announced that after an exhaustive membership survey, it has come out to support the concept to invest in a state-of-the-art racetrack facility in Kitsap County to host NASCAR races... (Full Article) |
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Paratransit to run ADA transit
system in Medford |
| The Rogue Valley Transportation District (RVTD) has awarded Paratransit Services the contract to operate the District's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA public transit system serving several cities in southwestern Oregon... (Full Article) |
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MultiCare Health System
wins international award |
| MultiCare Health System was one of only 29 winners in the world and the only health care company honored by the American Association of Training and Development with the 2005 BEST Awards program, according to the company... (Full Article) |
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Pacific International Tool & Shear expanding
Firm intending to grow under new ownership |
| Pacific International Tool and Shear, located in the Cutting Edge Business Park at 26139 United Road in Kingston, is now under new ownership and their horizon is set on expanding the company's products, services and employees... (Full Article) |
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Cancer support group thanks
Churchmouse Yarns & Teas |
Kitsap Cancer Services/Humble Abode would like to extend a special thank you to Kit Hutchin and John Kovac (owners), along with Cynthia Pierce (Community Outreach Coordinator) of Churchmouse Yarns & Teas located at 118 Madrone Lane N., on Bainbridge Island for its donation of scarves to the women's cancer support group. The scarf kits were by “Knit For Her Cure” and all proceeds were donated to the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation KFHC to directly fund research.
Additional information about the kits, can be found at www.knitforhercure.com. Additional information about KCS/Humble Abode's support groups, can be found at www.kitsapcancerservices.com or call (360) 204-6399. |
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Let Ms. Fancy Pants do the shopping for you |
Ms. Fancy Pants can help you shop for your personal wardrobe, gifts, home décor, even on-line purchases and travel reservations. Ms. Fancy Pants knows how to shop and where to go to get the best deals.
“The idea came to me when I had several friends ask me if I'd be interested in helping them shop. Initially I was helping them put their wardrobe together, but then it grew into shopping for their home décor and on-line purchases,” said Sunshine Nance, owner of Ms. Fancy Pants. “I've always just had an eye for putting things together and have combined that with knowing how and where to shop for things.”
Reach Ms. Fancy Pants at (360) 509-3961 or msfancypants@direcway.com. |
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Belfair Tax and Accounting now open
in North Mason |
A new business, Belfair Tax and Accounting, is now open in Belfair Center at 24090 NE State Route 3.
Belfair Tax and Accounting will provide full services to individuals and small businesses in the form of individual and business income taxes, business and occupation taxes, quarterly business taxes, bookkeeping, payroll, and quarterly reports. Any tax questions are answered for free; senior and military discounts are offered; and prior year returns reviewed for correctness at no charge.
Simone Kiesel, Dennis Apgood and Allen Mottl bring over 30 years of combined tax experience to the job.
Belfair Tax and Accounting can be reached at (360) 552-6699. |
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ShopLocalBiz.com finishes website
for Kass & Cook |
ShopLocalBiz.com recently completed a newly designed website for Kass & Cook Family Funeral Home, owned by David Cook, on Bainbridge Island.
Kass & Cook Family Funeral Home offers a full slate of funeral and cremation services. The website, at www.kasscook.com features up to the minute obituaries for local residents, preplanning forms and answers frequently asked questions regarding funerals and cremation services. |
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Visual Apex 19 on list of
fastest growing companies |
| It was recently announced that Visual Apex, located on Bainbridge Island, was ranked number 19 on the Puget Sound Business Journal's list of fastest growing companies in Washington. When starting out three years ago Visual Apex was a four person $200,000 a year enterprise. Since then, yearly sales have exceeded $24 million 20 staff members are employed who work from a new office on Day Road. |
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Northwest Design Center to
host benefit seminar |
On Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. the International Evangelism Outreach will present a seminar on how the the children of Sakila Village have a chance for a better life through education and practical material aid.
The seminar will be held at the Northwest Design Center, 18850 State Highway 305 in Poulsbo. The speaker will be Marion Sluys. For more information contact Frank Portello at (360) 697-4443 ext. 5# |
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Trees from clearing needed |
Kitsap County Natural Resources Program is looking for trees to use in stream restoration projects around the County. Paul Nelson is working to develop a program where homebuilders can have trees that are cleared from their site picked up at no cost. The one requirement is that the trees need to retain the rootwad and at least fifteen feet of trunk so they can be used in stream projects.
For more information, contact Nelson at 337-4653. |
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Steelhead Productions named new ExpoDealer |
Poulsbo’s Steelhead Productions recently announced its appointment as an authorized distributor for the ExpoDisplays complete line of trade show display systems and interactive and stand-alone kiosks. Steelhead provides trade show exhibit design and construction, custom rental exhibits, and full-service trade show support.
“The addition of ExpoDisplays gives us a new dimension in our display systems lineup,” commented Sean C. Combs, Vice President. |
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Kitsap Bank announces record Q3 growth |
Kitsap Bank recently announced a 20 percent increase in quarterly earnings over the same period one year ago, totaling $7.3 million through the third quarter, compared to $6.1 million for the previous year. Substantial loan growth and a solid deposit base are cited as contributing factors to this increase. Assets reached a record $641 million, which was an $85 million increase over the past year.
Year-to-date, the bank experienced loan growth of $54 million, with commercial loans being the primary component. While deposits grew by $77 during the same time frame. “The introduction of new products and systems during the year is enhancing our profitability,” noted Jim. Carmichael, president and Chief Executive Officer. “Online mortgage, online consumer banking, cash management, and the modernization of our ATMs, have all contributed to our excellent performance.” |
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Super WebGroup launches 2
database-driven web sites |
Super WebGroup Inc., recently launched two sites, one for the City of Bainbridge Island, the other for Scotsman Guide Publishing in Bothell. In both instances, the web sites feature Super WebGroup's premium management content software that enables clients to update their sites in-house.
The City of Bainbridge Island site special features include an interactive calendar, integrated listserv and a user management system.
For Scotsman Guide, two separate sites were combined that previously were joined only via a splash page, plus all 2005 articles and future articles can be read online whereas before they were just PDF links.
Reach Super WebGroup at (206) 842-2983 or info@superwebgroup.com. |
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New weekend hours chiro and massage therapy |
Maria Smelser, the recently appointed director of massage therapy at The Chiropractors Clinic and Massage Therapy Center in Silverdale, recognized the need for weekend hours and is now accepting Saturday appointments from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Chiropractors Clinic and Massage Therapy Center is located at 3595 NW Bucklin Hill Road, across the street from Central Kitsap High School in Silverdale. Call (360) 698-3140 for an appointment. |
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Gig Harbor exec honored |
Life Care Centers of America honored Annette Crawford, executive director of Cottesmore Life Care in Gig Harbor, during the company's annual management meeting awards dinner.
Crawford received one of 15 annual President's Awards for distinguished service in long-term health care management. |
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Wells Fargo names new manager in Gig Harbor |
Jason Lopez has been named manager for Wells Fargo’s Gig Harbor store. The announcement has been made by Suzie Lopez, vice president and district manager for Wells Fargo’s Soundview district.
Lopez leads a 10-member team at Gig Harbor, 5501 Soundview Dr. He most recently worked as branch manager for U.S. Bank in Fife. He started his financial services career in 1999 as a personal banker. |
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Expansions Yoga cheers and sings |
Expansions Yoga teacher Lisa Ballou has successfully completed a nine-month yoga teacher training program through Seattle's Pacific Yoga Institute. She currently teaches gentle, intermediate and kids yoga classes at the Silverdale studio.
The studio is growing beyond its yoga pose classes and adding more philosophical courses. Ballou plans to teach a workshop this winter entitled "Writing the Body," for those interested in making a literary connection to their yoga pose practice. The art of Kirtan is now also available. Teacher Melanie Simodi leads the traditional Indian call and response with drums and sage smudging. No musical ability, yoga experience or spiritual beliefs are necessary. Kirtan is offered the second Sunday of the month from 6-7 p.m. |
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