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WA Maritime Federations 2023 EIS


This is not the PTMTA’s study but one the state created for all of WA. https://www.maritimefederation.com/uploads/1/0/9/1/109194033/wa_maritime_impacts_2022_-_report.pdf  

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West Sound STEM seeks industry partners


West Sound STEM Seeks Industry Partners   Why is partnership with West Sound STEM Network so important? It’s a chance to promote your industry and gain recognition, as well as work with K12 partners The Network covers both Clallam and Jefferson Counties Work with over 70 Network member organizations to leverage resources and maximize impact …

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PTMTA New Board is official!


Welcome to the Board of Trustees for 2024! With a great turnout of our voting membership you have overwhelmingly voted to confirm those who have stepped up to serve on the 2024 board of trustees. Thank you! Please welcome Marshall Brennan representing Admiral Ship Supply Lou Geraghty (he/them) representing Horus Horizon Marine. Melanya Nordstrom representing …

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Renewal time-brief letter from outgoing board member


Message from PTMTA Trustee Ashlyn Brown Dear Marine Trades Community of Jefferson County, Not being a good communicator in front of a group, I will write what I failed to articulate at our annual meeting on November 2nd. As a PTMTA board volunteer for 7 years, my takeaway is that having an association for an …

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Welcome Finrae Ice Blasting and Farneth Marine LLC


The PTMTA welcomes new members Aron Williams of Finrae Ice Blasting and Bailey Farneth of Farneth Marine LLC.

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Bill to preserve working waterfronts


On November 13, Senators Susan Collins and Jack Reed (D-RI) introduced the Working Waterfront Preservation Act. The bipartisan bill would help preserve access for the nation’s fishermen and maritime workers to the waterfronts in coastal communities, supporting the commercial fishing, aquaculture, boatbuilding, and for-hire recreational fishing industries that are vital to culture, heritage, and economies …

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Our Working Waterfront KPTZ November 19th


In case you missed it:

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NOTICE OF SALE on DEC. 4th 2023


By Port of Port Townsend on Nov 21, 2023 10:55 am (https://portofpt.com/notice-of-sale-on-december-4-2023/) Pursuant to RCW 53.08 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AT 10:00 A.M. ON THE 4th DAY OF DECEMBER 2023 THE PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND WILL OFFER FOR SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER(S)THE VESSEL(S)OR BOAT(S) DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: VESSEL NO. OR NAME …

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Maritime WA: Interpretation Grants Now Available


The Maritime Washington National Heritage Area is thrilled to announce the inaugural Maritime Washington Grant Program, supporting projects that interpret our state’s maritime heritage. Nonprofits, government entities, Tribes, educational institutions, and other organizations that share Washington’s water-based stories are encouraged to explore this new funding opportunity! Types of Grants Available In this grant cycle, we are …

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Restorative Aquaculture-Seaweed Source App announcement


Restorative aquacultureThe app where seaweed supply meets demand Restorative aquaculture Technology & equipment Processing +6 more 13 November 2023, at 8:00am GreenWave – a non-profit co-founded by Bren Smith in 2014 – recently launched a new app called Seaweed Source to facilitate forward contracts and build value chain relationships between growers and buyers in the …

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Port Commission Meeting Nov. 21st


Commission Regular Business Meeting November 21 By Port of Port Townsend on Nov 17, 2023 02:44 pm The Agenda and Meeting Materials for the Regular Meeting of the Port Commission on November 21, 2023, have been posted. The Port Commission has one meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 21, 2023. At 1:00 p.m., meeting topics include:  …

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Helpful Tax advice from a Commercial Fishing CPA


From National Fisherman: Click image to read the article: he end of the year signals that it’s time to get our receipts together to pay “the man.” To follow up on our budgeting conversation (Fish Wife Maureen Marinkovich guides seasonal income management), I picked the brain of an accountant who understands the industry and offers …

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Western Flyer Update


It’s been a long journey for the apparently indomitable Western Flyer, but the old seiner from Tacoma, Wash., is back in action. After a massive rebuild at Port Townsend Shipwrights Cooperative, Wash., a repowering at Snow & Company, Everett, Wash., and a rough passage from Everett to Moss Landing, Calif., Captain Paul Tate finally docked …

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Congrats to Commissioner Petranek


Petranek wins reelection for Port of Port Townsend position Incumbent takes more than 87 percent for commission seat By Paula Hunt Peninsula Daily News Thursday, November 9, 2023 1:30am POLITICSJEFFERSON COUNTYPORTS PORT TOWNSEND — Port of Port Townsend Commissioner Pam Petranek has retained her seat against challenger Chuck Fauls. Petranek won 7,387 votes, or 87.65 …

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NWSWB’s Shop Talk


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2 bdrm, partially furnished house for rent in PT


For rent: A two story cedar shingle house on the corner of G & Cherry.  (Port Townsend) The house has 2 bedrooms and one bath . It’s simply furnished but small things could be put away. There’s a Washer/Dryer. Owner is hoping to just rent it furnished with all utilities and internet included for $2000 …

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Welcome New Members!


Welcome to Sean and Ryan, 2 new PTMTA members: SW UNDERWATER  Diving services LEGATO MARITIME Marine Surveyor Thank you for joining our marine trades community!

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Just in time for Christmas


This just looks like fun and a great gift by a regional artist and fisherman. Click image for more info.  

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Women in Boatbuilding group


Always interested in sharing things from like minded folks around the world.Check it out:

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Nov. 14th Meet & Celebrate with Housing Solutions Network


  Join us on Tuesday, November 14th for our Annual Meeting + Birthday Bash We want to celebrate our FIVE Years of Community Impact with our favorite community members- that means YOU! HSN isn’t your typical nonprofit organization- we’re a NETWORK of housing advocates, community members, and organizations partnering for solutions. And there’s always room at …

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