Enjoy the latest edition of the Port Report – Fall 2025
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November 12th Port Commission meetings
November 12, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. Workshop and 1 p.m. Regular Business Meeting The future use** and upgrade of Union Wharf will be discussed and public comment around this topic and the small cruise ships is expected. Port commissioners are generally agreed on NO LONG TERM contract with ACL the American Cruise Lines company but …
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November 18th at 5:30 PM General Annual Membership Meeting
We look forward to seeing you on November 18th at the Nomura Building downstairs space for our annual meeting. Meeting starts at 5:30pm. There will be food. This is a great time to socialize with fellow members, meet your board members, vote for new board members, and to renew your annual membership. Please nominate someone …
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Annual General Membership Meeting reminder: 11/18 @ 5:30
We look forward to seeing you on November 18th at the Nomura Building downstairs space for our annual meeting. Meeting starts at 5:30pm. This is a great time to socialize with fellow members, meet your board members, vote for new board members, and to renew your annual membership. Please nominate someone or yourself to join …
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Port Commission Meeting Oct 22 (Wed) 5:30
Commission Business Meeting By Port of Port Townsend on Oct 17, 2025 07:01 pm The Agenda and Meeting Materials for the Regular Business Meeting of the Port Commission on October 22 has been posted. At 5:30 p.m., the primary items on the agenda are Public Hearings on the Draft 2026 Operating and Capital Budget, Property …
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PTMTA Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday Oct 21, 5:30
Tuesday the 21st is our monthly Board meeting at 17:30 in the Nomura Building. Members are welcome to attend and or submit comments for discussion.
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League of Women Voters forum : Port Commissioner Candidates D2
(It is possible that this will not be on KPTZ due to a scheduling mix up.) ZOOM LINK Passcode: 985251 One-tap mobile phone: 2532050468,,86123827155#,,,,*985251# US For audio (call): 360 209 5623 Webinar ID: 861 2382 7155 Passcode: 985251 See Candidate platforms in a recent post HERE
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Working Waterfront Coalition Health Trust
Whatcom Working Waterfront Coalition is rebranding to Working Waterfront Coalition in order to be more inclusive of regional working waterfronts. They are expanding access to their health insurance trust. As a member of the PTMTA, you may be eligible. See information here: https://www.whatcomworkingwaterfront.org/health-trust Brochure here: https://irp.cdn-website.com/961f7152/files/uploaded/Health_Trust_Promotional_Flyer.pdf
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November 18, 2025 Annual General Membership Meeting
We look forward to seeing you on November 18th at the Nomura Building downstairs space for our annual meeting. Meeting starts at 5:30pm. This is a great time to socialize with fellow members, meet your board members, vote for new board members, and to renew your annual membership. Please nominate someone or yourself to join …
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New Washington Fishermans Convention December 4-8
See the press release here describing the convention and its goals. New Washington Fishermen’s Convention to spotlight state’s fishing industry
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JOB: Experienced Outboard Technician needed @ West Side Marine
WESTSIDE MARINE. -originally posted October 7th, 2025 EXPERIENCED OUTBOARD TECHNICIAN Westside Marine, a long-standing reputable boat and marine services shop in Port Townsend, is seeking a well-versed outboard mechanic and technician. This position will focus on Outboard service and electrical installation and trailer service. Must be willing to learn and take on additional tasks as …
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Video about Oregon’s derelict boats.
Just happened across this and thought it interesting and relevant.
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Save the date! Annual General Membership Meeting 11/18/25
The Annual meeting is 11/18 at the Nomura Building at 5:30pm. Set up at 5pm. More details to follow.
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Port Commission workshop and meeting October 8th.
10/8/25 Public Workshop 9:30 a.m. Packet Agenda 10/8/25 Regular Commission Meeting 1 p.m. General public comment is best presented at the 1PM meeting. Limit to 3 minutes.
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Manufacturers Convening @ the Point Hudson Pavilion Tuesday, October 7 ·9:00am – 12:00pm
The EDC is pulling together local manufacturing companies to have a round table discussion with the goal of identifying shared challenges. This meeting is Tuesday October 7th at the pavilion building at Point Hudson. 9am – 12 pm
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USCG Boating Safety Circular Fall 2025
Latest USCG newsletter: https://uscgboating.org/library/boating-safety-circulars/Boating-Safety-Circular-Fall-2025.pdf The Fall 2025 Boating Safety Circular is now available on our website, and includes articles/information on the following: USCG Booth at IBEX Risk Mitigation Series 9: Plugs, Pigtails, and Pre-wired Chargers, Oh My! Electrical Updates with ABYC New Safety Compliance Officer Why do Boatbuilders Need to Follow the Regulations? Coast Guard Uncovers …
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D2 Port Commissioner candidate challenger is hosting meet & greets
District 2 Port Commissioner candidate, Clayborn Burleson, is hosting events at the Chimacum Grange on Saturday, 9/27 and Friday, 10/10 from 5 to 7 PM.
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Some upcoming maritime events in October
Party for Adventuress Saturday, October 4, 5:30 pm, Seattle Party for Adventuress benefits Sound Experience and youth education programs aboard the historic schooner Adventuress. This fundraiser supports hands-on environmental learning, maritime skill-building, and access to the Salish Sea for young people from all backgrounds. PLACES is Washington’s annual statewide conference focused on the continued care …
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