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News Category: Printables

Working Waterfronts Photo Contest-enter by 5/24


As a Network, we are all about sharing resources and knowledge, so we are kicking off a photo-sharing contest to build up a public photo library of working waterfront images. The photo library will be accessible to all in an effort to support initiatives and showcase the diversity of working waterfronts across the country. Don’t …

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Thursday Sept. 28th Boat Yard BBQ


One week away!

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HazMat Collection Event at Port-sometime end of September


From Port Environmental Specialist Kimberlie Webber: Hello all, I know the closing of MRW has been hard on A LOT of you. I promise you that I am doing my best to find a disposal program that works for us here at the Port. I have [tentatively] scheduled the company Crystal Clean to come out …

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Working Waterfront publication


If you missed it, The Leader’s new Working Waterfront magazine collaboration with maritime photographer Jeremy Johnson is worth checking out. Working Waterfront Summer 2023 archived printable pdf

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Seeking Real World Readiness partners


The PTMTA supported the NWMC in applying for a grant to create Real Word Readiness programs for local youth. Please see Robin Mills’ letter below and the PDF attached. Maritime businesses participating are doing their part to inspire our future workforce in the trades. Thank you. Partnership roles vary depending upon the organization.  I will …

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Please Share PTMTA Latest News sign up


Please sign up for the PTMTA weekly Blog updates. This is a marine trades resource for all of our Marine Trades Community to make use of. You can also send us your announcements to post so we can help you get the word out. Once signed up, one email every Sunday, will arrive to your …

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January PORT REPORT pdf


In case you missed it in the LEADER:

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Moderate and hazardous waste collection event soon


It is time to get your hazardous waste ready for collection at scheduled events. Book mark this web page and register your participation. BUSINESSES: https://jeffersoncountysolidwaste.com/hazardous-waste/hazardous-waste-businesses/ BUSINESSES NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE JANUARY 20th EVENT in BOAT HAVEN; USE THE FORM HERE and read all the information on that form. RESIDENTIAL: https://jeffersoncountysolidwaste.com/hazardous-waste/  – –  Print and …

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Renewal letters are in the mail


If your business recognizes the value of the Economic Impact Study, Industry marketing and education, and our efforts to make your voices heard by local and state decision makers, please consider making additional donations above our $50 membership. The full service boatyards and the sole proprietors all pay the same to be members in an …

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Annual General Membership Meeting


Members and colleagues, you are invited to join the PTMTA on Wednesday November 16th at 5:30PM in the Nomura Building on Benedict Street for our annual general membership meeting. We will have Pizza, salad and snacks, basic beverage and you are welcome to bring your own beverage as well. We will gather at 5:30 socially …

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Blue Economy report from Coastal States Org.


Sharing this email from NOAA’s office for Coastal Management. If you have questions or thoughts about the content of this report, please contact Kenneth Walker directly (please cc the PTMTA) or the PTMTA for forwarding. We have many stake holders amongst us and our voice needs to reach the right ears. The Coastal States Organization …

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2022 PTMTA Brochure pdf


Please look for the bright yellow PTMTA Brochures at Admiral Ship Supply, Marine Thrift, The Port Office, The Point Hudson office, in a rack outside of the PTMTA office at the Nomura Building, Edensaw Woods, PT Rigging, the Chamber, and other public facing businesses. Need some for your business? Please let us know. In an …

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NOAA Fisheries New Proposal


“A Roadmap for use of ‘Ropeless Gear”; article from National Fisherman Magazine Download the draft Ropeless Roadmap guide here. RopelessRoadmapDRAFT-NEFSC  

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County Commissioner Mid-Year update


Attendees of the July 15th Chamber Cafe received a live presentation from County Commissioner Heidi Eisenhour. The presentation featured mid-year updates on county projects and progress. With Commissioner Eisenhour’s permission, the Chamber has shared the PDF of her update and the recorded Chamber Cafe will be live soon. Click here to see the PDF: Chamber …

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BMP’s = an open working waterfront


Kimberlie Webber, the Port of PT’s “Environmental Officer”, gave a presentation to the PTMTA board in May. She wants to get the word out that she is here to help and to educate, not to police our boat yard. Keeping hazardous materials from escaping into the air and into the ground is critical for the …

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JeffCo Recycling Changes-New Flyer


Changes coming to Jefferson County’s Recycling Program on June 1, 2022. Read the press release for more info. View the NEW 2022 Recycling flyer. Visit the Recycling Changes page to learn more. It is a good idea to print the flyer and post it on shop walls for easy reference. The marine trades deal in …

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Free ProBoat Task Sheet by local epoxy professional


Last year, Porfessional Boatbuilder staff writer, Dieter Loibner asked Port Townsend’s Russell Brown to write about epoxy for the magazine. The editors turned it into one of their featured Task Sheets. You will not see Russell in the classroom or at the podium but his technical writing has given many novice & seasoned boat builders …

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