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Luncheon Speakers Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce luncheon meetings are held at the Port Townsend Elks Lodge, 555 Otto St., at noon each Monday, federal holidays excluded. Everyone is welcome!
July1 – Cmdr. Michael Yesunas Commanding Officer of Naval Magazine Indian Island will share information about what has been happening at Indian Island. Sponsor Marrowstone Vineyard
July 8 - Jack Westerman Jefferson County’s elected Assessor will talk about the annual revaluation and today’s real estate outlook. Sponsor Wave Broadband
July 15 - Mike Glenn, Dr. Joe Mattern The CEO and Chief Medical Officer from Jefferson Healthcare talk about the delivery of quality healthcare services. Sponsor Ajax Café
July 22 - Douwe Rienstra, MD Douwe will talk about how you can assist your employees with their health needs even if you don’t provide health insurance. Sponsor The Leader
July 29 – No meeting. Elks Club unavailable.
Jefferson Healthcare plans growth Plan will change the way services are delivered Jefferson Healthcare’s CEO Mike Glenn has been presenting information to the public since May on the possible expansion of healthcare services and facilities to service groups around the county. In his talks, Glenn lays out the existing conditions of the medical facilities and identifies current and future needs that are prompting the hospital to seek expansion of the current facilities. “We want to educate the community about our Emergency and Specialty Services project and get their input”, said Mike Glenn. “The community seems excited about the project and appreciates the opportunity to provide input.” The hospital district’s 2013 strategic plan lists the campus renewal plan as one of the top five goals for Jefferson Healthcare. “This is a major project for Jefferson Healthcare, and we want to make sure we get this right”, said Glenn. The needs of the community and patients are changing, Glenn says, and so is the way healthcare will be delivered in the future. The statistics show that Jefferson County is aging with nearly 28 percent of its popula-
The campus renewal plan proposes expanded spaces for the emergency department, orthopedic clinic, diagnostic imaging, oncology services, medical short stay, lab blood draw, cardiology healthcare, sleep medicine and central registration. tion at or over the age of 65. That percentage is projected to reach about 40 percent by 2025. With the average age of the community rising, it means more people will need orthopedic care, oncology services, cardiac care, emergency services, fitness and wellness and health prevention. The campus renewal plan proposes expanded spaces for the emergency department, orthopedic clinic, diagnostic imaging, oncology services, medical short stay, lab blood draw, cardiology healthcare, sleep medicine and central registration. The goal is to make these health services
more accessible and convenient for patients. This service expansion and facility improvement project will modernize aging, inefficient structures and consolidate services in a new state-of-the art building. The project is estimated to be about 50,000 square feet for a new, three story building and cost approximately $18 million. County taxpayers will not be asked to pay for this expansion with taxes. If the approval is given, construction would begin in July of 2014 and end in December of 2015. The community input re-
port along with an anticipated USDA Rural Development loan approval is slated to be presented at the September meeting of Jefferson Healthcare’s Board of Commissioners. The Commissioners will hear the reports and after discussing the findings, will make a decision on whether to move forward with the project or acknowledge the time isn’t right for expansion. There are two remaining public forums in Quilcene on Aug. 5 at the Community Center and in Chimacum on Aug. 28 at the Tri-Area Community Center.
Chamber making strides, reaching out By Dominic Svornich It’s been a great few months in Jefferson County! With a spurt of far nicer weather than we’re used to through May and June, it appears summer has come to stay and with summer comes festival season. We had a great Rhody weekend complete with a free cake picnic, and we’re looking at Victorian Festival, Wearable Art Show and Brass Screw Confederacy in the rear view mirror. May also saw the official launch of the Co-Lab by Frank DePalma and Heather Dudley-Nollette, the culmination of two plus years of planning around an incredible new idea of structured coworking and shared office space. These two individuals deserve a lot of credit for bringing this new paradigm to fruition in our community. Throughout Port Townsend we have a
plethora of businesses that have opened, expanded or relocated in the last few months, all of which resulting in a mostlyfull Water Street in Port Townsend, a welcome improvement over some previously vacant storefronts, as evidenced by locals and tourists alike enjoying weekend walks through the historic commercial districts. Some incredible strides in education have been made recently, both in our school districts and higher and vocational education. We recently heard from our PTHS FBLA team, who saw a few of their members sent to state to continue in competition. The Northwest Maritime Center’s new partnership with Crawford Nautical School will also bring a number of people to the community in the coming years, and will take advantage of some of the stateof-the-art equipment and systems that are available. In keeping with nautical news, we heard from Penelope Partridge about the
Felicity Ann Boat Project undertaken by the School of Wooden Boat Building – another partnership with local schools that gives our students an opportunity to work outside the classroom in a hands-on, collaborative environment. Make sure to get out there and see the expanded Port Ludlow Farmer’s Market, being held weekly in their new location at the resort, in the grass near the old Harbormaster Restaurant just above the marina. The market runs 1 to 5 p.m., with some different offerings than you’ll find at the Port Townsend or Chimacum Farmer’s Markets. (Opened June 2 for the season!) We held a roundtable discussion last month in the Tri-area to speak with our members and community members to see how the Chamber can better address the needs of all communities we serve. I encourage all of you to participate in these events – we’re looking to host these on a quarterly basis going forward, as we had some great feedback and ideas from our initial discussions. Watch for future
events to be a part of. We are also actively soliciting young professionals throughout the county to participate in our mentorship program! We had great response from mentees and mentors from our pilot program that concluded earlier this year, so if you or someone you know is looking for an established business professional to work closely with to find new best practices to make your business a success, we may be able to help! We have mentors who have offered to work with individuals across a wide range of industries and services, and we’re excited to expand this program going forward into a permanent fixture in Jefferson County to support our young professionals and the businesses they represent. Contact the Chamber of Commerce offices at 360.385.7869 for more information! Dominic Svornich is operations manager at Kitsap Bank and this year’s Chamber president.
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Mentors ready to help train new generation The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network is offering a free mentorship program aimed at helping local young professionals get a leg up in their career or chosen profession. We have local mentors with years of excellent professional experience ready to dive in. If you are looking to advance in your current profession or start a new career, you could benefit from your own personal mentor! Here’s how it works: we will match you with a mentor based on the information you provide (see below). You and your mentor will work together toward your goals over a period of 90 days. We’ll keep in touch with your progress along the way and meet with you at the end of 90 days to evaluate success. Here are some results participants experienced: • Found the “right” mentor through the process • Gained confidence and real experience • Made valuable connections through networking • Gained “The feeling that I am not alone” • Learned how to set realistic goals • Gained a clear understanding of where to start • Developed leadership skills • Received support and encouragement • Gained an appreciation for candid feedback For more information call or email the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce today at 360.385.7869 or e-mail admin@jeffcountychamber. org. The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce offers this program at no charge to the participants.
Testimonial “This is truly a special program. Those of us that have many years of business and life experience are given the opportunity to pass along the knowledge that we gained along the way. What are very clear and obvious decisions for me today was not always the case. Showing a young adult how to achieve a particular goal may be all the confidence boost they need to progress and excel in their career. It is most rewarding to watch a young adult work towards the next level in their career while under your guidance. I strongly recommend this program to young professional adults seeking guidance or even validation in their chosen career. I also recommend this program for seasoned adults who want to experience the rewards of seeing a young adult prosper under your tutelage.” Rich Ciccarone, Mentor
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By Vi Koenig WOW! I can’t believe where all the time has gone. Bob and I have had the Port Townsend Laundromat for 30 years this year and we’re planning a celebration Aug. 15. Details are still being worked out, but we are rolling back prices 30 years, serving some food and handing out prizes, so be sure to come by to see what’s going on. The first two years we were located across from the ferry terminal. The back part of the building was the original gas plant here in Port Townsend years ago. We were in that location for about three years. It was quite interesting as our landlord had the Burger Works where Windermere is now. Our customers had to go there to use the restroom as the sewer line for that was caved in under the building. Also, within those three years the building started leaking when it rained and by the time we moved out, the ceiling was covered with
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New members answered, the owners and their knowledgeable staff are more than happy to help. After meeting with Teresa Verraes and several other Tri-Area business owners, Maya and Jesse decided that joining the Chamber of Commerce would be a great way to make connections and find resources that can help promote and expand their business. They are located at 10644 Rhody Drive, Port Hadlock. Call 360-385-3080. Blackbird Homebrew Supply Blackbird Homebrew Supply provides Jefferson County residents with all the essentials for making beer, wine and more at home. The company was opened in October 2012 by Maya Moon and Jesse Frederickson, who both share a passion for the self-sufficient nature of homebrewing. With the growing popularity of homebrewing and the ever-increasing presence of craft beer in the Northwest, the two felt that a homebrew shop would be
the perfect way to enhance the do-it-yourself nature of the community where they both were raised. In addition to providing all the essentials, Blackbird Homebrew Supply also provides a variety of resources for brewers and winemakers. Free classes are held on the first Sunday of every month and cover a wide range of topics, from making your first batch of beer or wine, to more advanced techniques. And for those of you who are having trouble with your latest batch or just need a few questions
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have been held including Centrum, the Jefferson County Historical Society and the Port Townsend Film Festival. The Bartlett House property is owned and
Bartlett House Cottage The Bartlett House Cottage is located in Port Townsend’s historic Uptown district, where guests enjoy sweeping views of the Cascades and Olympic mountains from the cottage and private yard on the edge of the uptown bluff. On clear days, Mount Rainier provides a stunning backdrop to an already beautiful site. Ferries, sailboat regattas and every-day water traffic entertain guests from their secluded vantage point. The walk to both the uptown and downtown shopping districts is easy and ideal for those who want to enjoy Port Townsend’s wonderful shops, Saturday market, restaurants and theatres. The Bartlett House Cottage is a single room vacation rental located at the rear of the Bartlett House, overlooking Port Townsend Bay and the historic Downtown. Built in 1883, The Bartlett House is on the National Register of Historic Homes and is one of the town’s attractions where many community events
operated by Linda and Bob Maguire. It is fully furnished with a kitchenette, living room/queen bedroom with an HDTV, wireless internet, fireplace and bath with shower. A separate cottage entrance adds to the privacy of the cottage. This non-smoking property is perfect for one or two guests. However, arrangements can easily be made for more! Unfortunately, no pets are allowed. The Maguires, Port Townsend residents since 1994, are both past presidents of the Livermore (CA) Chamber of Commerce and are returning to the Chamber to connect to the business community. They can be reached at 360.381.0395 or online at www.bartletthousept.com. Port TownsendAllstate Port Townsend Allstate is owned and operated by Hubbard Financial Services doing so with professionalism and a commitment to service. Bill Hubbard the agency owner has been in the industry as a manager and agency owner for over 30 Continued on Page 5
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caTe comerFord Cate Comerford launched her own firm in 1995 and specializes in residential architecture. A former East Coast resident, Cate gained a reputation for her ability to transform older homes into more livable, open and functional spaces. Her residential portfolio includes grand Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, seaside cottages and simple cabins. Cate is also an interior designer and helps many of her clients complete their projects, by designing furniture layouts, and assisting in selections of paint colors, ceramic tiles, window treatments and fabrics. Moving to the Northwest has been a desire since she got her architects license in Washington 18 years ago. That dream was finally realized two years ago when Cate and her partner moved to Port Townsend. Completed projects here and about PT include a cottage renovation and
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addition, a new residence and several interior design projects. Ontheboards are twin homes at Beckett Business investors Point, and a renovation of a historic home in PT. Cate joined the Chamber Port Ludlow Port Hadlock East Sims 74 Breaker 69 Oak Bay Road 2313 East Sims Way of Commerce after read-Lane Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Port Hadlock, WA 98339 Port Townsend, WA 98368 ing all the great press the 360-437-7863 360-344-3424 360-385-0123 CoC gets in the Leader and in the Peninsula *New loanDaily requests only. Single family owner-occupied homes only. 80% loan to value; subject to current appraisal from a Kitsap Bank approved appraiser. News. There also was the 5 year balloon with loan payment amortization not to exceed 20 years. Must have auto charge to Kitsap Bank deposit account. Other limitations may apply. Limited time only. **On all loans over $50,000. encouragement from CoC member Kelly DeWyse to join a “great group of local business people”. Cate Comerford’s office is located at 405 Root Street, Port Townsend and is open by appointment Monday thru Friday. Phone is 3603852408. Please visit our website at www.catecomerford. com
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Kaahanui, says the idea for her business came out of her personal experience in relocating her own 90year old mother four times in the past eight years. “I could see how stressful and overwhelming it was to move, especially when dealing with things ac-
New Season Move Management Based in Port Hadlock, New Season Move Management is launching its services on the Olympic Peninsula. New Season is part of the growing Senior Move Management industry birthed out of the need to care for a growing number of older adults who are either downsizing, relocating or simply de-cluttering and modifying their homes to comfortably and safely “age in place.” cumulated over a lifetime Founded and owner, Linda – things that represented
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the stuff. New Season does a lot more. We focus on caring for the individual with sensitivity and compassion, from the pre-move planning to the final settling in. We offer a whole menu of services, all designed to alleviate stress and make the move a positive experience!” New Season is a member of the National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM), a not-for-profit professional organization dedicated to assisting older adults with the challenges of transition. Linda joined the Chamber because of the many opportunities it offers to get the word out that this much-needed service has arrived! For more information, please visit NewSeasonMove.com or call Linda at 360-774-1255. Email: Info@newseasonmove. com.
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Chamber memmbers met at Addie Mae’s Southern Kitchen with Kris Nelson and the Addie Mae team.
A crowd showed up to christen the Co-Lab with Frank DePalma and Heather Dudley Nollete
Denise Winter snips away to officially open the season for Key City Public Theatre.
New owner of the Ravenscroft Inn Dave Petro did the honors with Ambassador’s and friends.
Chamber contacts Chamber Staff Executive Director Teresa Verraes director@jeffcountychamber.org Event Coordinator Laura Brackenridge admin@jeffcountychamber.org 385-7869 VIC Manager Karen Anderson info@jeffcountychamber.org (360) 385-2722 EXECUTIVE BOARD President Dominic Svornich Kitsap Bank President Elect Amanda Funaro NW Maritime Center
Past President Fred Obee The Leader
DIRECTORS Heather Bailey Jefferson Healthcare
Vice President, Records Molly Force N.D. Prosper Natural Health
Judy Cavett Fairwinds Winery
Vice President, Finances Jake Beattie NW Maritime Center Vice President, Outreach Jordan Eades Hope Roofing Vice President, Membership Cammy Brown Peninsula Legal and Secretarial Services
Suzy Carroll Uptown Nutrition Justin Jackson Middletown Dreams: A Pin Bar Austin Henry Altas Technologies Vi Koenig Port Townsend Laundromat & Self Service Car Wash Nancy McConaghy Coldwell Banker
Debbie Wardrop Resort at Port Ludlow Jennefer Wood Maestrale Carol Woodley Hadlock Motel & Hadlock Realty Advertising Sara Radka The Leader 360-385-2900 The content of this publication is prepared by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce for its members. We welcome submissions. Send articles and photos to director@jeffcountychamber.org or mail to 440 12th St. Port Townsend, WA 98368.
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Lots going on at the Resort at Port Ludlow Many of us know the Resort at Port Ludlow as the fancy hotel out there in the county. But a recent Familiarization Tour with the Port Townsend Visitor Information Center (VIC) volunteers showed us that the hotel has more to offer than just rooms and ‘out there’ isn’t as far as we thought. Our first stop was the Port Ludlow Pro-Shop
at the golf course where we learned from Darrin, Assistant Golf Professional, that this scenic 18-hole, par 72 course is one of the premier courses in the country. There is no membership necessary to golf or eat at the Niblick’s Café, shop in the Pro-shop, or even head out to the course and practice area, which includes a large putting green, two
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The following events are planned by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce in the month ahead: • July 9, 5:30 to 7 p.m. - After Hours Mixer at Marrowstone Vineyard, 423 Meade Road, Nordland. • July 10, 8 to 9 a.m. – Executive Board Meeting at the VIC, 440 12th St., Port Townsend. • July 17, 8 to 9 a.m. - Board Meeting at Jefferson County Library at 620 Cedar, Port Hadlock. • July 18, 5:30 to 7 p.m. - Ambassador Meeting at The Public House. 1038 Water St., Port Townsend. • July 25, 5:30 to 7 p.m. - YPN Test Lab at The CoLab, 237 Taylor St., second floor, Port Townsend.
chipping greens, bunkers, and a driving range with room for 60 swinging clubs. Down the hill from the golfers, through lovely residential Port Ludlow, we arrived at the Pintail House and the Loft, the Resort’s vacation rentals located on the opposite side of the Port Ludlow Marina from the Resort. The Pintail house sits on the edge of the water with a deck overlooking the boats. It has two large bedrooms but room to sleep so many more. This is the perfect family reunion home with its full kitchen and proximity to many outdoor activities. Next door sits The Loft, a furnished studio space with kitchenette, perfect for the couple who wants to be near to, and do, everything. The short walk from the vacation rentals to the
Resort takes you past the Port Ludlow Marina, which sits among some of the best kayaking water in the area. The calm bay and small boat-in only islands nearby make the kayak rental option a popular one for guests and locals. The Resort at Port Ludlow has 37 rooms featuring jetted tubs, fireplaces, and spectacular views just an elevator ride away from the Fireside Restaurant where Chef Dan prepares each menu with locally farmed food in mind. His commitment to providing the best organic feast for your palette has culminated in the Farm to Table dinner series happening now. Call the Resort for details. Resort at Port Ludlow • 1 Heron Rd., PL • 4377000 • www.portludlowresort.com
Volunteers get a look at Hadlock Motel, Big Red Barn By Karen Anderson A frequent, and surprisingly challenging question the Port Townsend Visitor Information Center (VIC) gets when referring accommodations to travelers is, “How is that place?” Living in Jefferson County makes firsthand knowledge about places to stay scarce. VIC volunteers rely on word of mouth as much as anyone; however they have the added advantage of Familiarization Tours to gain more insight into what an accommodation is like and who the owner is trying to attract. VIC The Big Red Barn Getaway is tucked back away from the volunteers visited two traffic near Fort Worden. different types of accomHadlock, is the perfect modations to ensure that The Hadlock Motel, resting spot for weary they are prepared for any located in the heart of Port travelers. Rooms are and all travelers. 8 July 2013 Jefferson County Chamber Newsletter
comfortable, and inexpensive. The Hadlock Motel was built in 2001 to cater to people needing a quiet and quick place to be while visiting friends and family or to be out of the hustle and bustle of the Port Townsend festival season. It is next to several shops and restaurants and a quick jump to the Hadlock Marina, Marrowstone Island, the farms of Chimacum, the Victorian homes of Port Townsend, and Hwy 101 heading to the coast. The motel is ADA accessible, pet friendly, and includes a house with a full kitchen which sleeps six. Hadlock Motel • 181 Chimacum Rd., Port Hadlock • 385-3111 • hadlockmotel.com.
Across the street from Fort Worden, tucked up off the street, is the Big Red Barn Getaway. The barn stands behind the main house blocked from traffic but not from a view of Admiralty Inlet. Built in 1890, this cedar barn has been refurbished into a two room, nonallergen, romantic getaway with two electric fireplaces, kitchenette, and giant jetted tub. Perfect for any season, overstuffed chairs and down alternative bedding make it cozy and comfy during colder months, and double doors open off of the bedroom onto the garden and barbeque for warmer times. Owners Carol and Todd want to give the complete Port Townsend experience by
providing towels for the beach, cart for shopping at the Farmers’ Market, and a picnic basket for guests who want to venture out from the barn. “We want guests to use every single inch of it,” Carol told us. She is very mindful of her guests and open to their comments and suggestions. One volunteer said that this was the third tour he had taken to the Big Red Barn over the years, and it keeps getting better. Pets and children are welcome. Big Red Barn Getaway • 309 V St., PT • 301-9912 • bigredbarngetaway.com