a weekly digest for bainbridge business owners and our island community |
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BUSINESS & COMMUNITY NEWS |
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Image courtesy of Housing Resources Bainbridge |
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COMMUNITY INPUT HELPS CREATE HOUSING ACTION PLAN
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After months of surveys, focus groups, and consultation, ECONorthwest & Triangle Associates will make a detailed presentation to summarize the island's housing needs at tonight's Council Study Session.
- High housing costs are preventing people from living on Bainbridge Island
- Workforce and commuting issues are hurting local businesses
- A lack of housing diversity is at odds with being inclusive
- Housing growth should be sustainable
- Retired seniors are facing high housing and living costs
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WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT: FUTURE CAPACITY + SUSTAINABILITY CONSIDERED |
Tonight's City Council Study Session will also be presented with a review of the Wastewater Treatment Plant status and upcoming work.
As the city looks to add more housing, enhanced wastewater treatment and potentially increased re-use can help the island's growth become more environmentally sustainable.
Public Works Director Chris Wierzbicki will present 3 possible solutions:
- Enhance the existing facilities + moving distribution into Puget Sound ($2.5M)
- Enhance existing facilities + create irrigation/groundwater recharge supply lines ($9-15M)
- New, relocated facility + create irrigation/groundwater recharge supply lines ($11-16M)
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BISD FACES TOUGH 2023-2024 BUDGET CUTS, SEEKS INPUT |
Unless BISD gets a significant influx of new students, the General Fund Budget will be cut by about $3M for the 2023-2024 school year.
The general fund pays for staff salaries, utilities, supplies, and equipment.
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Courtesy of The Marshall Suites |
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THE MARSHALL SUITES RECOGNIZED AS AMONG COUNTRY’S BEST |
The Marshall Suites has received the Recognition of Excellence Award from HotelsCombined (owned by KAYAK). The island's 50-suite boutique hotel consistently produces high satisfaction rating among guests and travel industry experts.
Join the Chamber by congratulating them at Thursday's After Hours at 5:30pm, RSVP here.
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Image courtesy of Grindline Skateparks |
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GET STOKED: NEW ISLAND SKATEPARK DESIGN UNVEILED
Thursday Nov. 17 at 6pm
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The proposed additional 16,660-sf. skatepark is designed for skaters (roller skaters, skateboarders, inline skaters, and scooters) of all skill levels.
Key features include:
- Open street skating area with ramps, stairs & rails
- Undulating momentum-building pump track
- Adjoins existing 20-year-old Rotary Skate Bowl
The Strawberry Hill Skatepark design will be presented to the public at the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District Board Meeting.
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CITY ADOPTS EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE ORDINANCE |
The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2022-14 relating to electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure on Nov. 8.
The ordinance establishes minimum requirements for installing EV charging structures for new or expanded developments.
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Q: What would help you as a Kitsap consumer to better shop small, shop local?
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Please select from the list below
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More discounts for locals
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More marketing from individual companies
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More community-wide marketing campaigns
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More local ecommerce options
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Wider variety of small local businesses
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Q: How significant of an impact does lack of workforce housing have on your ability to hire & retain staff?
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BAINBRIDGE ISLAND RESULTS |
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Guests enjoying last month's After Hours at KiDiMu |
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LAST CHANCE TO RSVP FOR NOV. 17 AFTER HOURS AT
THE MARSHALL SUITES
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Join GM Christine Cochran and her team on High School Road for the next Chamber After Hours at The Marshall Suites on Thursday Nov. 17 at 5:30pm.
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MEMBER & COMMUNITY EVENTS |
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Image courtesy of Climate Smart Bainbridge |
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MEET THE CLIMATE SMART CHALLENGE TEAM AT OFFICEXPATS
Thursday Nov. 17 at 5pm
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The Climate Smart Challenge makes it easy to learn about key actions you can take at work and at home to reduce your carbon footprint, save money, build community, and prepare for the impacts of climate change.
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Image courtesy of Pleasant Beach Village |
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JOVINO SANTOS TRIO PLAYS MANOR HOUSE
Saturday Nov. 19 at 7pm
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Enjoy the soulful sounds of the Jovino Santos Trio at the Manor House at Pleasant Beach Village for an evening of Brazilian Jazz.
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Image courtesy Seattle International Comedy Competition |
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SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY COMPETITION AT BPA
Saturday Nov. 19 at 7pm
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Laugh out loud while watching the Seattle International Comedy Competition, the REAL "Last Comic Standing."
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Transgender Flag (designed by Monica Helms) |
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TRANS DAY OF REMEMBRANCE
Sunday Nov. 20 at 4pm
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BIMA is hosting a panel discussion on feelings of gratitude and sorrow for lives lost but not forgotten in its Trans Day of Remembrance: Gratitude and Sorrow.
Participating organizations include: Bainbridge Pride, Rainbow Crew Northwest, The Bainbridge Island-North Kitsap Interfaith Council, Queer Elders Family Group, Transfriending, and the greater Kitsap Trans Community.
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Courtesy of Waterfront Thrift |
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WATERFRONT THRIFT'S HOLIDAY SALE
Saturday Nov. 19, from 9am-2pm
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Deck your halls! Find the perfect décor at Huney Hall in the Bainbridge Island Senior + Community Centers.
Go shopping for reused and upcycle holiday housewares, linens, decorations, gifts, wrapping paper, clothing and more.
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BARN BAZAAR IS BACK
Saturday Nov. 19, from 10am-3pm
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Buy directly from the artist at this celebration of creativity at BARN.
You’ll find an unmatched selection of original hand-crafted items from jewelry to wood arts, basketry to weaving, and more.
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GOBBLEFEST! MUSICIANS SUPPORTING HELPLINE HOUSE
Saturday Nov. 19, from 5pm-12am
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Get your tickets to this rockin’ good time benefiting Helpline House.
Music starts at 5 pm at the American Legion Hall, 7880 NE Bucklin Hill Rd, with local legends like 33 1/3, Ocean Men, Blakely Rocks, Psycho Sushi, & The BFD.
Tickets are now available for 21+
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THE TURKEY TROT IS BACK!!
Thursday Nov. 24, 8:30am & 9am
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Strap on those running shoes to support Helpline House’s 13th annual Turkey Trot!
The all-ages race takes place at Battle Point Park with 1-mile and 5k races – rain, shine, sleet, or snow.
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BAINBRIDGE BUSINESS ACADEMY |
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Image courtesy of Buy Kitsap Close By |
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MORE MARKETING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FREE FROM KEDA |
Chock-full of dynamite marketing talent, six successful local strategists have opened office hours for anyone in need of a helping hand.
This free program for small businesses is supported through Buy Kitsap Close By and is an initiative of the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance.
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JOB & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES |
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WEEKEND RECEPTIONIST, WEEKDAY ACTIVITIES NEEDED
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RETAIL ASSOCIATE/CASHIER NEEDED
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BI PARKS SEEKS MAINTENANCE TECH & MORE
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CITY'S ADVISORY GROUPS SEEKING VOLUNTEERS |
Do you have experience or expertise that can assist the city? They have current volunteer openings:
- The Design Review Board
- Environmental Technical Advisory Committee
- Historic Preservation Commission
- Race Equity Advisory Committee
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Image courtesy of Bainbridge Prepares |
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Current COVID Cases per 100,000
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Bainbridge Island: Unavailable
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Kitsap County: Unavailable
NOTE: As of Oct. 6, 2022, KCPH suspended updates due to inability to receive accurate reporting from St. Michael's Medical Center
Kitsap County External Resources:
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FREE CHAMBER MEMBER RESOURCES |
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BROCHURE RACKS:
Newly-expanded capacity for 4x9" promo cards in our indoor and outdoor racks at both Ferry Info Kiosk + Winslow Way Info Desk.
VIA ROSA CONFERENCE ROOM:
Seating for 10 people, a 50” video screen + giant whiteboard wall – Avail. for 60 or 120-min sessions
PSE POP-UP SPACE:
6' x 6' space with display stand, power, internet + 43" monitor -
Avail. for 1-week-or-2-week slots.
BAINBRIDGE FILMWORKS:
Make your home or business available to film/tv productions via a new WA Filmworks partnership
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