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News Category: Call to Action

Student Workplace Experience program


The NWMC is looking for businesses who would like to participate in their Student Workplace Experiences program. They have found ways to manage apprenticeship hurdles to the advantage of participating businesses. Check out the FAQ’s page and contact Chrissy to learn more: The next generation of maritime workers is out there and looking to get …

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2025 National Working Waterfront Network Conference Feb 4-6 2025


Just a reminder as the date nears – if you have a mind to participate in the bigger picture, this may be a good opportunity to do so. 2025 National Working Waterfront Network Conference Our working waterfronts face unprecedented challenges from climate change, economic pressures, and the ever-evolving needs of coastal communities. The 2025 NWWN …

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The Port Townsend Yacht Club is offering scholarships for 2025


The Port Townsend Yacht Club is offering scholarships. “Scholarships will be awarded to individuals for post-high school study in a maritime educational program at a technical school, college or university. Approved fields include, but are not limited to, marine biology, fisheries, ship and/or boat building and repair, ship operations such as officer and/or deckhand training, …

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2025 Board of Trustee election is underway.


The PTMTA hosted its 2024 Annual General Membership meeting on November 12th. The event covered some important topics in detail, plus guest speakers that included Eron Berg, Port of PT,  Ellie DiPietro of the JC Historical Society, and  Chrissy McLean of the NWMC, More on their projects soon. Our annual meeting is generally a time …

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“”FISH EXPO”” join the double sized Port booth 11/20-22


CONTACT Pat Mahon or Harbormaster:  Kristian Ferrero to find out when vehicles are heading to and from Seattle for the Pacific Marine Expo. The Port has generously rented a double booth so as to include space for our marine trades business representatives who may not have the budget for their own booth. EXPO dates are …

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‘Tis Renewal Time


Please JOIN or RENEW your membership with the PTMTA for the 2025 year. When renewals are early, our annual printed brochure can hit the shelves and welcome bags sooner! The PTMTA has also maintained a low membership rate of $50 to make it equally simple for businesses large and small. When the need hits for …

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Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee Releases Survey on Marine Mammal Deterrents


September 23, 2024 NOAA Fisheries’ Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee requests your input to help assess the effectiveness of marine mammal deterrents. NOAA’s Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee (MAFAC) has released a survey to gather knowledge and perceptions about the nature of marine mammal interactions and use of deterrents currently employed by commercial, recreational, and tribal fishermen; aquaculture farmers; …

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Correction: PTMTA Annual meeting STARTS AT 5:30pm 11/12


CORRECTION to last week’s post title. SEE YOU THERE!   November 12th from 5:30-7:30pm at the Nomura Building located at 385 BENEDICT Street across from Harborside Inn. (Downstairs) The PTMTA currently has one unfilled position and three seats coming due at the end of this year. Do folks out there have anyone they’d like to …

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Official WA Boater Card Class 11/16 all day.


DO YOU KNOW ABOUT WA STATE BOATER EDUCATION CARD LAW? Click the image below to understand it better. The course is rather fun even for newbies and can be an informative and useful refresher for experienced boaters. The US has a high number of operator error caused fatalities on the water. (Just watch a few …

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VOTE by Tuesday November 5th


Democracy can only improve if we all participate. Register (Voter.votewa.gov) and also check your ballot status if you have already voted.   Current Election information: https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/voters/helpful-information/current-election-information. Remember you can walk into our friendly courthouse  through security at the side entrance and ask for help. There is a lot of twisted information out there. Beware of over …

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Open Enrollment is Coming! (Health Insurance)


… Open enrollment (Nov. 1 – Jan. 15) is when Washingtonians, regardless of immigration status, can sign up for health and dental insurance on Washington Healthplanfinder for the following plan year. On Washington Healthplanfinder, Washingtonians can shop, compare, and select an individual plan that fits their budget and health care needs. Monthly savings are available …

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NextCycle Washington Application Period is Open


The NextCycle Washington program supports the growth of businesses and community organizations working in Washington’s waste prevention, reuse, repair, recycling and/or organics recovery industries to develop a circular economy. To learn more about the program and find out if your business or project is a fit, join us for a virtual party, one-on-one, or drop …

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Get Involved in Fisheries Management – Applications due November 7, 2024


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Important polls and surveys – Speak up.


Calls to Action! …from the desk of the EDC on behalf of the City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, & Olycap. PT 2045 Planning Priorities Poll: If you live anywhere in Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend wants your feedback – Port Townsend is updating its Comprehensive Plan for the future. This survey covers …

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EDC Team Jefferson Newsletter- packed with info.


Follow this link (click on screen shot image) to see the online version of the latest EDC Team Jefferson Newsletter. It is filled with announcements, training opportunities, events of interest, funding opportunities and more.

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Proposed Changes to Self-Employed Worker Reporting


This appears to be presented as an efficiency to benefits measure but this editor, who is self employed without small children, also needs to dig deeper as to what this actually means and whom it applies. Please do your own digging and respond. If it is another layer of paperwork, we need to be clear …

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Port is soliciting ideas for the old office in Point Hudson


https://portofpt.com/soliciting-ideas-for-point-hudson-property/ Sep 3, 2024 | News ACCEPTING IDEAS AND PROPOSALS! For decades, the building located at 103 Hudson Street, was home to the Point Hudson Moorage & RV office. After a beautiful remodel of the historic Cupola House, recently completed by the Port’s maintenance crew, the Moorage & RV office has relocated to their new …

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Would you serve on, or help the PTMTA Board of Trustees?


The PTMTA is always needing hands and dedicated energy. There are opportunities to join the board of Trustees as a board member and as a part time volunteer. All board trustees are working marine trades people and all are volunteers and more hands make  every task more efficient. You/We are Y/OUR trades association. The Association …

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Get your row/paddle craft ready!


Spread the word and get your paddle and rowing craft ready for the second annual ROWROWROWMYBOAT Rally on Sunday September 8th. See the description and printable poster below. (Legal sized paper) Last year it was energized fun. We hope to see you there!  

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Sign up as a booth tender for the festival..Sept. 6-8 2024


The PTMTA booth will be located next to the BOATYARD STAGE at the Sea Marine washdown area. Volunteers to tend the booth and welcome presenters are needed. Booth SET-UP is on Thursday September 5th. The more the merrier! Please contact PTMARINETRADES@GMAIL.COM (Subject: WBF/PTMTA Booth Tender) or board members, Pat Mahon, Lou Geraghty, Melanya Nordstrom, or …

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