Our monthly board meeting will be at the Nomura Building on August 22 at 5:30 PM. Members are welcome to attend or email by Monday the 21st, any comments or questions for the board. Thank you..
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“Free” Boat “Susie”
Saw this on Nextdoor.com. It should not be hard to locate the boat and/or owner. Seems like there is potential here for a skilled trades person.
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Our Working Waterfront 8/11/23 PT Foundry
Here is the August edition of Our Working Waterfront from KPTZ:
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Seeking old mooring line to use as speed bumps…
Our road association is interested in trying to use old mooring rope as a speed bump on our dirt roads…about 3” – 4” and they’d need to be at least 40’ long. Please contact Abigail Berg if you have some old mooring lines or other rope that might qualify. Thank you. 360-379-4975 direct
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Maritime High School announces partnership with the Seattle Maritime Academy
Innovative and groundbreaking—a partnership between Highline Public Schools, Northwest Maritime Center, and Seattle Maritime Academy (SMA) has officially been established to further address the increasing need for maritime employees. Since opening in 2021, it has been the mission of Maritime High School (MHS) to prepare its graduates for maritime careers or post-secondary education to continue …
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Jobs: Sailmaker at PT Sails
Port Townsend Sails is looking for a new full-time Beginning Sailmaker. We offer $20-27 DOE, sick leave, bonuses, medical, vision, long-term disability, HSA, and Simple IRA 3% match. The full-job description is here. Submit your letter of interest to HR and feel free to spread the word amongst your friends and networks and invite them to …
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PTMTA will host a group conversation with Port Staff AUGUST 15 (Tues)
Lease Policy is the general topic: The PTMTA is hosting a meeting with Port Staff for a group conversation. Do you have an upcoming lease renewal? Are you planning long term and have questions? Are you looking to expand or rent from the port for the first time? Join Port Staff and others to ask …
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Port of Olympia commission places executive director Gibboney on paid leave
August 8th Article in the Olympian HERE (for archive)By Rolf Boone Updated August 08, 2023 9:17 AM Sam Gibboney has taken over the helm at the Port of Olympia as its new executive director. Sam Gibboney has taken over the helm at the Port of Olympia as its new executive …
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Jobs at SEA Marine 8/7/2023
Click Below to see what career opportunities there are at SEA Marine right now: https://www.seamarineco.com/careers EXPERIENCED MARINE TECHNICIAN:MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, SYSTEMS & OUTBOARD REPAIR LEAD CANVAS & UPHOLSTERY ESTIMATOR FRONT OFFICE COORDINATOR
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Future workforce housing project
From Bayside Housing on FB Bayside is thrilled to announce that we have closed on the purchase of the historic Starrett House Bed & Breakfast in uptown Port Townsend! This purchase signifies an important expansion of our mission to include workforce housing in recognition of the emergency nature of the housing crisis in our community. …
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Rental/property management opportunity
From NEXT DOOR . COM and on Craig’s list; Image ;inks to Craigslist post. https://olympic.craigslist.org/apa/d/nordland-on-site-property-maintenance/7652456464.html
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Brand Clarity;free SCORE workshop 8/29
Make your Marketing Easy & Effective SCORE Workshop online and free. If you do not know about SCORE, it is a small business mentoring group with “chapters” all over the country. Even though our trades look different from the photos they use, the basics of running your own business are closely related. SCORE.org has tons …
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Port Commission Meetings, AUG 9
The PTMTA encourages members to attend Port Commission meetings. It is very educational and a good opportunity to submit your concerns on the public record by delivering a 3 minute public comment. Upcoming Port Commission Meetings: Date Meeting & Time August 9: 9:30 a.m. Workshop and 1:00 p.m. Regular Business Meeting …
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Marina Cafe is now open evenings too!
We want to congratulate Jennifer Takaki and Sean on expanding operations at Marina Cafe to include tapas, beer, cider and wine from 5 to 9 PM. Check out the remodel and evening menu.
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LEASE Questions? PTMTA is hosting a meeting w/ Port Staff: Aug 15th.
The PTMTA is hosting a meeting with Port Staff to discuss the Port’s lease policy. Do you have an upcoming lease renewal? Are you planning long term and have questions? Are you looking to expand or rent from the port for the first time? Join Port Staff and others to have your questions answered on …
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WBF coming soon – Join the PTMTA booth tenders
While the Woodenboat Foundation has a long list of volunteer positions open, the PTMTA also needs booth tenders for September 7th set up, and the festival itself September 8th, 9th, and 10th. Pat Mahon is standing by to sign you up. Volunteers get festival passes and have the opportunity to talk about your business with …
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Available Property Update- Port of PT
By Port of Port Townsend on Aug 03, 2023 09:45 am The Port of Port Townsend has a range of publicly-owned industrial and commercial properties throughout Jefferson County that are leased out. Facilities/properties currently available for lease are listed below. For more information, please contact Sue Nelson, Lease & Contracts Administrator, at (360) 385-0410 or …
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Job openings at the Port Of PT
Check Out the Two New Job Openings at the Port By Port of Port Townsend on Aug 01, 2023 03:25 pm We are seeking a Full-Time Hoist Operator and a Part-Time Pump Out Skiff Operator. Click on the job description to learn more about the positions.
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Gibboney update July 2023
For those interested in following what has since happened with our former Port of PT executive Director Sam Gibboney The Olympian reports: https://www.theolympian.com/news/local/article277522068.html
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Business documentation request -scams alert
This editor received a suspicious request for annual filing and submitted a verification request to the Secretary of State’s office. They replied, And it was not a legitimate email. I was directed to look at other examples of scams on the SOS.WA.Gov website. You can see those examples by following the link below. From the …
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