The Shores Insider
November, 2021

Presented by the Ocean Shores Branch of Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.
A Localized Voice for Business in Ocean Shores
Shores Business News
We are respectfully saddened to learn of the passing of the three-term Mayor of Ocean Shores, Crystal Dingler on November 6th. Crystal was elected to the position while the City was in financial crisis and close to bankruptcy and has left the City with a strong balance sheet responsible for all the current department head hirers and many legacy projects underway. At her request, there will be no services held, although a remembrance event may occur later on. 

City Administrator Scott Anderson is running the City's daily operations, and City Council business is the responsibility of Jon Martin, Mayor pro tem. The Mayor's position will need to be filled within 60 days of her passing, and the majority of the Council will appoint that person. 
We are almost to the end of the year and it continues to be a challenging environment for businesses. Staffing and supply issues have continued. Greater Grays Harbor continues to work on the workforce, transportation, and regulations with our elected officials.

City of Ocean Shores Revenue Numbers from October (usually a two-month lag): Sales Tax +37% Hotel/Motel Tax +63.5%, and the General Revenue Account. The City Council's goal was to keep at least $2 million in reserve is at $2,537,865.

The City Council currently is working on the Budget, and items for new spending are:

  • Money for Fresh Waterways 
  • A City Clerks Assistant
  • Radio Station Power Upgrade
  • Police Administrative Assistant and Body Cameras
  • A second Full-time Code Enforcement Officer
  • Assistant Fire Chief
  • Citizens Utility Assistance

If you have not been contacted by Happily Sharing Ocean Shores, a group of very active members of our community promoting local businesses and highlighting events, feel free to reach out to them by emailing happilysharingoceanshores@gmail.com.

To learn more about Ocean Shores City Council agendas and meetings, click here.
Shores Spotlight
Too Cool Sportswear is a veteran-owned business, located in Ocean Shores focusing on customer service, creativity, and innovation. 
 
Ownership was transitioned to Joe and Pam Grgetich in September 2018. At this time, products were streamlined to make it easier for customers to find their color and size, outdated equipment was replaced, and they tripled the inventory and design offerings. 
 
There are currently over 670 designs to choose from and your first print is FREE! Your only purchase is the clothing article, whether it be a hoodie, crew neck, or t-shirt (short, baseball, or long sleeve), unless you would like additional prints on that same article!  
 
Joe and Pam have over 60 years of retail, sales, and operational management experience and provide customers with an experience you won’t forget. Their best asset is their son, Gabriel, Assistant Manager, who is artistic, creative, personable, ensures a great transaction, and has been instrumental in the success of the business. 
Too Cool Sportswear supports many community organizations: NB Paws, City of OS, Elks, VFW, North Beach School District, NB Museum, OS Cares, to name a few. 
 
The Too Cool Slogan, “You Design it! We Create It! You Smile!” gives everyone a fun and memorable opportunity to be creative. It is not just a shopping store; it is an experience you will not forget. 

Thank you to Joe, Pam and Gabriel for owning and operating an exciting and fun store for both locals and tourists to enjoy!
All Ocean Shores events found here.
How to Submit Your Own Grays Harbor Event to the Calendar
Head to our community calendar, click the " + " button located to the right above the calendar or click here.

Please make sure to fill in as many fields as possible and add the keywords "Ocean Shores" to your event description!

*If you would like to feature a photo in your event, please email it to knorvell@graysharbor.org after submission.
Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.
(360) 532-7888
506 Duffy St.
Aberdeen, WA 98537
Connect with us on Social Media!