The manual shows that the retail sales and use tax generated $7.4 billion, nearly three times the $2.5 billion produced by the second-highest revenue generator, the business and occupation tax paid by businesses.

The Department has published the tax reference manual periodically since 1975 as a service to businesses, the Legislature, state and local agencies, academic community and the general public.  It provides a broad look at how the current tax system evolved from territorial days to the present.

Visit this link to find or download a copy of the manual.

If the last few jobs the applicant held “didn’t work out,” they typically will not list them on their resume.

Additionally, and most importantly, the applicant is requested to certify that the information on the application is truthful.

For more information, or for pricing call (360) 876-5350 . or visit them at www.myprintsource.net.

DLI developed and has supported the U.S. Navy’s MCA program since 1975. The program uses vibration analysis and performance monitoring to provide fault detection, diagnostics and condition assessment and to deliver repair recommendations for over 6,000 machines.

The results of the quarterly testing support the Commander Naval Air Force (CNAF) maintenance planning process to assure maximum readiness and uptime. In addition to machine testing and consulting, qualification training of navy personnel is also provided by DLI and Lightship.

Starting this summer, the new press facility in Everett will print all King County publications and most of Sound Publishing’s business along the I-5 corridor. While the closure will result in job losses, Sound Publishing President Manfred Tempelmayr has encouraged all King County Publications press and mailroom employees to apply for jobs at the new Everett plant.

Among those recognized was Jim Freeman, associate broker, who earned Coldwell Banker’s International President’s Elite Award, as well as the company’s Top Listing and Top Overall Sales Associate awards. The President’s Elite Award recognizes the top five percent of Coldwell Banker sales associates internationally.

Shiree Burbank earned the company’s Top Sales Associate honors was also recognized as the company’s Rookie of the Year. Other sales associates honored for their production during the event included Betty Bostic, Heidi Scheibner, June Moore, Michael Ley, Sandy Elijah, Steve Taunt and Sheila Cline.

Receptionist Carmel Pennington was honored with the Most Inspirational Award and shared honors for the Most Valuable Player Award with fellow receptionist, Samantha La Deaux.

Over 22 downtown businesses participated by donating raffle items for participants to win and varied from cakes, jewelry, cloths, artwork and more.

The list of raffle winners are: Bob Thuring, David Greenberg, Susanne Swagel, Tere Bystrom, M. Olver, Kim Woodriff, Kathleen Kilman, Ruby Smith, Valerie Starrett, Reynie Shoemaker. G. Fuller and Brad Potter.

The second-highest priority for 2007, according to respondents, is strategic human resource management. These activities include human resource out-sourcing, aligning human resource activities with the business, and implementing common global human resource processes.

• Higher salaries
• Internal pay equity
• Benefit programs, particularly health, dental and paid time off
• Pay increase guidelines that place greater emphasis on merit
• Greater HR responsiveness to questions and concerns
• Less over-management. A common phrase was “too many chiefs, not enough Indians.”
• Less favoritism
• Better communication and availability from supervisors and upper management
• More manageable workloads and departments that aren’t understaffed.

The new office allows MD BISLLC to launch a seminar series that focuses on delivering real information to potential clients and local business. The seminars are designed to answer the most frequently asked questions and concerns of the customer, in a format that allows interaction and information sharing. Seminar Series Guest Speakers Include: Wolfe Law Offices; Southard, Beckham, Atwater & Berry CPA’s and Community Capital Development.

The “Theler Heroes” award was created to publicly acknowledge the people who have made notable contributions toward the restoration of the community center. Former “Heroes” include Rodger DeBritz, Janis McNeal, Carol Wentlandt and Tom Higgins. For more information on the Theler Center and its activities visit www.thelercenter.org or call (360) 275-4898.

“Theaa shares Kitsap Bank’s commitment to providing customers with the highest level of service, and finding the right solutions to meet their specific financial needs,” stated John Barmuta, Kitsap Bank senior vice president/retail banking officer, “We are pleased to have Theaa leading our Sequim team.

“An achievement of this nature is only accomplished through the combined efforts of dedicated professionals,” said Jim Gillespie, president and CEO of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. “Your entire office is to be commended for their contribution to this award.”

The project will include a 20,000 sq ft Community Center including a Boys & Girls Club, gym, multiple use areas, underground parking for 60 cars, a 7,000 sq ft Kingston Branch of the Kitsap Regional Library, a 40-unit Senior Housing building sponsored by the Kitsap Consolidated Housing Authority, tennis courts, ball field, community green, walking/jogging trail, picnic shelters, water features and a children’s play area.

As part of this special recognition, the Hights will attend the Championship conference this month at the Atlantis Resort, in The Bahamas. The conference is held to discuss new business strategies and key issues affecting Farmers customers and the insurance industry in their communities. Only a small percentage of the companies’ agents and district managers earned the distinct honor to attend the Championship conference.

The grants are representative of the over $350,000 in grants awarded yearly by the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island to local organizations and select international projects. The Club’s annual Auction is scheduled for July 6 and 7. Volunteers and donations are needed. For further information visit: www.bainbridgeislandrotary.org.

Turnkey Business Interiors (TBI) was established in 1982 as a supplier of office furnishings and related services including interior planning, facility management, product evaluation, procurement, and project management.

MOWCO Corporation, founded in 1986, has concentrated on 24-7, computer intensive, multi-user environments in the Public Safety, Network Operation Centers (NOC), Utilities, Airports, and Transportation sectors.

Connexion 24/7 will focus on the needs to design a space based on site specific criteria and provide furniture designed to enhance environment, continuing to improve productivity and offer a return on investment.

Reach Connexion 24/7 at (206) 780-2674 for more information.

Popcorn Chef products are made fresh, include organic ingredients, and come in a variety of delicious flavors such as dark chocolate, baked caramel, white cheddar, spicy southwestern cheddar, and golden cheddar.

Island Health Foods stresses good health, but also desires to incorporate as many local products as possible. “We want this to be a full-service grocery store,” said Jeff Jackson, who along with his wife Stephanie owns Island Health Foods. “There’s nothing like this on the island.”

Popcorn Chef also offers a Popcorn Lover’s Club, gift tins, fundraisers and corporate gifts — and the product is also sold at Heads Up Brewing Company in Silverdale. Orders can also be placed online at www.popcornchef.com or by calling (206) 222-CHEF (2433). Delivery is available to some areas.