Welcome to the 2026 PTMTA Board of Trustees Members are invited to contact the PTMTA Board of Trustees representatives with questions, suggestions, interest in volunteering, requests to facilitate meetings and other member support, Lifeboat nominees, Events and job listings, and business listing edits. Contact ptmarinetrades@gmail.com or any of the board members. President– Lou Geraghty (Horus …
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At the 2025 Annual General Membership meeting, there was a call for board of trustee nominees by the end of November. See the Minutes here: MINUTES for November 18 Annual Memebership 11_18_25 – Google Docs There are 3 ‘New Nominee’ seats in addition to 3 “Continuing Nominees” if voted in for another term. Member participation in …
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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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(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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What is it all about? Ask anyone on the board what is expected and needed on the PTMTA board of trustees. Board member elections are coming right up as well as the annual General Membership Meeting. Details to follow. The association always needs participants in governance and maintenance to keep it strong and ready. email; …
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It only takes a couple of complaints to taint the reputation for excellence at our working waterfront. Due to some complaints, the PTMTA was put in the awkward position of creating a ‘disclaimer’ now located on the services directory. We are all responsible for being our best selves in the work we do so please …
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We’re excited to introduce Rebecca Benjamin, the School’s new Executive Director. Rebecca has officially started in her role, and we’d love for you to join us in welcoming her at one of two upcoming Open House Meet & Greet Events. Visit the campus on either Saturday, June 21st between 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM or …
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The PTMTA Board of Trustees has a vacated seat and is seeking to fill it. Will you step up and add your perspective to the group? Do you know someone in the trades who would be interested? If you care about seeing our Working Waterfront thrive well into the future and can spare an evening …
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March 7-9th: The Jefferson County Connectivity Summit at Chimacum High School. This is a community networking tabling fair with 80+ organizations. Networking games, collaborative projects, and open space meetings. It ends with a feast! Click to learn more and register
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The Northwest Maritime Center would like to invite you to participate in our second annual Maritime Career Fair! Part of the work in creating programs that support the upcoming maritime workforce is connecting families and students in our region to maritime experiences and careers. Often, we find ourselves answering the same questions: What is maritime? What do maritime careers look like? What educational opportunities do you need …
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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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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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This editor is inclined to participate in anything lead by Kelly Watson. Let’s help her out with real data so our workforce is not overlooked because we didn’t take a minute…Click the orange block to take the survey. There is space to reference your specific business model if you are not in the hiring zone …
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There are fewer ways to make a connection than over a cup of coffee. This editor recommends joining these civil conversations whenever possible and ask those questions that have been brewing.
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Learn about the PT Yacht Club’s scholarships program for maritime studies. Article by the PT Leader published April 24th. Port Townsend Yacht Club doubles scholarships this year Posted Wednesday, April 24, 2024 12:00 am By Doris Loeser The number of recipients of the scholarship funds from the Port Townsend Yacht Club has doubled from last …
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Dear members, this newsletter is produced by posting relevant information a few times a week and then the Sunday email goes out automatically. The PTMTA needs a person to keep this up. The current point person is Ashlyn Brown, ptwatercraft@gmail.com. Collaborative posting is also an option. It is easy but requires an invested interest. Maybe …
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From Eron Berg Thank you for joining us for the Breakwater Celebration last Wednesday! All of us at the Port of Port Townsend appreciated that you took the time to join and celebrate this important project milestone with us. Paula Hunt wrote a great article about the event here: https://www.peninsuladailynews.com/news/point-hudson-breakwater-opens-centennial-celebration/ Look for a story in …
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Please welcome your 2024 board of trustees. Our newest members have joined second year members by volunteering for important positions on the board and we are grateful! Please contact any one of these folks directly if you have questions, suggestions, or want to participate in events or projects. Or, email ptmarinetrades@gmial.com You can drop your …
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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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