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LWV Port Commissioner Candidate Forum OCT 21st.
The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County will have a forum between Port Commissioners candidates Clayborn Burleson and Carol Hasse on October 21. See photo below.
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Peninsula College courses (scholarships available)
There appear to be some interesting courses that may apply to you. Some are free and others may have scholarships available. https://www.campusce.net/pencol/category/category.aspx
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Port Commission meeting September 24th
Port Commission Business Meeting By Port of Port Townsend on Sep 19, 2025 01:09 pm The Agenda for the Regular Meeting of the Port Commission on September 24 has been posted. The Port Commission has one meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 24. At 5:30 p.m., meeting topics to be considered are: Resolutions 856-25 Establishing Mariner’s …
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Sea Marine is looking for a Master Marine Technician
AUGUST 2025 MASTER MARINE TECHNICIAN This position requires a well-rounded individual with knowledge and experience in a variety of marine skills. Any electrical background a plus, particularly with ABYC credentials. Must be willing to learn and take on additional tasks as needed. Will train (and facilitate necessary certification) in some areas for the right candidate …
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This newsletter
The editor of this blog will be out of town/coverage/internet for a period of September right after the Wooden Boat Festival. If the newsletter is thin, I beg forgiveness and call on willing parties to be co-editor going forward. I have not been able to line up relevant posts in advance. Hope all could enjoy …
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Citizen Survey: Long Term Cruise Ship contract? Worth it or not?
This is a request for your feedback regarding cruise ship tourism. The link below is a citizen-led survey to provide information to decision makers evaluating a long term agreement proposal with American Cruise Lines for expanded scheduling and priority rights to Union Wharf. We have members of the PTMTA who may or may not directly …
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Talking About The Trades even 9/11/25 NWM
If you have an opinion or questions, a good showing would speak volumes. The WA SOS website does not appear to track whether or not a business is maritime, and considering the huge maritime sector in this state, that data should be tracked there and the strength of the industry verifiable just as the some …
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Lifeboat Fundraiser Bingo Night Sept. 3rd @ the HILL TOP TAVERN
Spread the word and join us for some fun for a good cause. Click the link to download a printable flyer. PTMTA Bingo Flyer 2025.pdf THANK YOU!
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PTMTA Board Meeting September 2nd
Questions? Ideas? Interested in being a PTMTA Trustee? or Volunteer? Our next Board meeting is Tuesday September 2nd at 17:30 at the Nomura Building. Hope to see you
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Join us at the Wooden Boat Festival
Support the crew at the festival by tending the booth next to the boatyard stage. Contact ptmarinetrades@gmail.com, or Pat Mahon, Marshall Brennan, Lou Geraghty, Ginny Wilson,
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Will you be a PTMTA board member?
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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ROWROWROWMYBOAT Sunday September 7th
Last years’ flag… See you at the launch ramp! Printable pdf here. RRRMB2025-poster2PRINT
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If you own a business, this newsletter is one to get
We all receive far too much mail in our inboxes but this one put out by the office of the Governor is generally worth a scan for useful info. Click the image to see more.
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Who is helping us out at the WBF?
Booth Tenders are always welcome at the PTMTA Wooden Boat Festival booth. Please contact ptmarinetrades@gmail.com to sign up.
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New Travel Lift Ribbon Cuttting 8/18/25
Join us in the boat yard at about 10 a.m. Monday, August 18 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new lift . There will be cookies! Thanks to the US Dept. of Commerce, Economic Development Agency for making this possible!
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