City Manager's Report
Bainbridge Islanders,

Many people know for the past several years the City Council has been giving serious thought to the way in which Bainbridge Island collects and disposes of our garbage; or, in more polite terms, our solid waste services. The City has been thinking of ways to reduce solid waste. We have also been thinking of how to increase recycling, how to divert organic waste and about the impact garbage has upon our production of greenhouse gas emissions. This has led us to think about who should be responsible for solid waste. 

Unlike many cities, residents on Bainbridge Island are not required to subscribe to garbage service. Residents are not required to recycle. It is voluntary. Bainbridge Disposal provides voluntary subscription garbage service, including recycling collection and yard-waste service. Bainbridge Disposal operates under the authority of the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (WUTC). 

According to data provided by Bainbridge Disposal, approximately 90% of all residential households in Bainbridge Island subscribe to their service. Of those households that subscribe, less than 50% of residential households also subscribe to recycling services. In Bainbridge Island’s voluntary recycling system, less than half of the households recycle.

It seems our ability to meet our solid waste goals will depend upon the level of control the City chooses to exert over garbage collection, recycling, and organic waste management. 

Best,

Blair King
City Manager
City Update
On this week's video:
Impact Fees, House Bill 1220
and how it affects the Housing Action Plan
and Winslow Subarea Plan,
and more!
WSDOT 305 Night Closure - MARCH 27
WSDOT will fully close 305 at Murden Creek on Mon., March 27 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. Tuesday, March 28 for the Murden Creek Fish Passage Barrier Removal Project. 

Crews will be installing girders on the new bridge across the creek, which will create noise throughout the night. There will be a signed detour taking SR 305 traffic onto Lovgreen Road and North Madison Avenue. This section may also be closed the following night on March 28.
Styrofoam and Mattress Recycle Collection Event - April 15


Kitsap County Solid Waste Division and its partner DTG Recycle are holding a Styrofoam and Mattress Recycle Collection Event for Kitsap County households on April 15, 2023 at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds
Events Center.
 
When: Sat., April 15 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: 1200 Fairgrounds Rd NW
Climate Smart Bainbridge
Compost Food Scraps for Climate Benefits
As part of the City’s 2023 push to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we’re calling on Islanders to complete “Eat Green and Waste Less” actions in the Climate Smart Challenge in March. 
 
Did you know? Up to 30% of our waste can be composted. When you send food and other organic waste to the landfill it ends up creating a powerful greenhouse gas called methane. Composting food scraps creates a rich soil additive and keeps these materials out of landfills. 
 
You can help reduce climate pollution and earn points by completing the “Compost” action in the Challenge! Whether you have a large backyard, a small patio, or live in an apartment, there is a composting option that can fit your lifestyle.
 
Everyone who earns at least 10,000 points in the Challenge by the end of May will be entered to win one of five outdoor or indoor composting bins. Learn more about the Challenge and upcoming community events by visiting the City’s website.
Free Climate Smart Cooking Demo on April 12th
Join the City of Bainbridge Island and islander Nancy Travis, vegan consultant, at COBI’s Climate Smart in the Kitchen cooking demonstration!

Everyone who attends will get a handout on food swaps and recipes. This is a free event. Space is limited, so please sign up in advance!

When: Wed., April 12, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Where: BARN Great Room (8890 Three Tree Lane NE, Bainbridge Island)
Other Project and Event Updates
Sound to Olympics Trail Open House March 29
Learn more about the Bainbridge Island portion of the Sound to Olympics regional trail system that is envisioned to link Kitsap communities and the national Great American Rail Trail connecting the Atlantic to the Pacific.

Public Open-House on
Wednesday, March 29 from
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at City Hall
Naming the New Police/Court Building

Submit your naming ideas online or in person at City Hall and share why the nomination should be chosen.

Submissions accepted until April 7th!
City Council Updates
The next scheduled City Council Regular Business Meeting will be on March 28. Key topics include:

  • Consider Winslow Subarea Plan community engagement recommendations from Planning Commission
  • Decision on amending bike definition to include e-bike
  • Proclamations

Ways to Watch
  • In-person at the City Hall City Council Chambers 

  • Zoom

  • City website livestream (visit the Agendas & Minutes page, then click on "In Progress" when the meeting starts)

  • BKAT (Channel 12 on Comcast & Channel 3 on WAVE)

The public is invited to contact members of the City Council to express concerns, questions and praise. Some council members are holding virtual office hours and others are available to meet upon request.

Please visit the City Council page for more information on individual City Council members.
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