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All Point Bulletin • August 2021
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By Mark Swenson As we mourn the loss of the ferry to Bellingham, and as federal infrastructure bills are being considered in Congress, there has been much discussion during the border closure about our infrastructure and self-sufficiency. This year holds several historical anniversaries of previous milestones in the infrastructure in Point Roberts. For instance, this is the 90th anniversary of electricity service in Point Roberts, a modern convenience which didn’t arrive here until 1931, a full 45 years after Seattle, by comparison, was lit up. The canceled ferry joins cable TV on the list of infrastructure missing in Point Roberts. This year is the 50th anniversary of cable TV arriving on the Point. That service began in 1971 and operated for 48 years before being shut down in 2019. With some recent suggestions that Point Roberts incorporate to help run our affairs
locally, we can point to an anniversary there too. It’s the 40th anniversary of an attempt for Point Roberts to incorporate as a city, back in 1981. It’s worth remembering we used to have local government. Soon after federal government ownership of Point Roberts ended, the Point became a township in 1911. This year is the 110th anniversary of the Point Roberts Township which provided local representation for 58 years. Washington essentially ended the township system in 1969, and for the last 52 years, we’ve been in unincorporated Whatcom County. Our infrastructure and local autonomy have changed many times over the decades. Remembering past efforts may help to inform our current dialogues. The Point Roberts History Center on Gulf Road is open Saturdays for you to explore our local history, to get inspired for today’s challenges.
Burn ban revised to allow charcoal BBQs By Meg Olson “We are in a full burn ban,” says local fire chief Christopher Carleton. Dry conditions and increased fire danger call for further burn restrictions, and as of July 7, the Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s office prohibited all open burning in unincorporated areas of Whatcom County until further notice. The ban includes burning yard debris, land clearing fires and all recreational fires. While the ban initially covered charcoal barbecues as well, Carleton said the prohibition was modified to allow small charcoal barbecues. “A charcoal or propane barbecue on your deck or patio, regular cooking, is not a problem,” Carleton said.
The use of propane stoves or barbecues or charcoal barbecues at private residences must be over a non-flammable surface and at least five feet from flammable vegetation and structures. Charcoal fires in a fire pit are prohibited, but propane fire pits without solid wood burning material will still be allowed. Wood burning fire pits, charcoal pits or similar enclosures with grates or screens are not considered barbecues and not allowed. “Getting rid of the charcoal from a barbecue is a different educational issue,” Carleton said. “Don’t dump it in your yard. You need to put it in a metal closed container and soak it down.”
Circle of Care events coming up By Annelle Norman Several months ago, the board of trustees announced Circle of Care’s intention to establish a care center. This would be a facility where folks in need could be cared for, whether for a day or for months. Now it’s your turn to give us your thoughts, your perceived needs, wants and desires. Will it be a Circle of Care office with a community gathering space and a respite care room or an entire retirement community or something in between? Please complete a quick 10-minute survey to let us know your thoughts. Your input is essential. The survey can be found at bit.ly/2UYuCIO. There will also be paper copies of the survey available at the International Marketplace and the Point Roberts Library as well as during senior lunch. All responses need to be returned by the end of August. Blackberry Pies The Circle of Care pie ladies will be making delicious pies for pick-up on Friday, September 3. Nine-inch crumble topped pies are $20 and five-inch minipies are $8. Your order must be received by noon, Wednesday, September 1. Email your name, phone number and the number of pies you wish to order to
prcircleofcare@gmail.com. We will confirm your order and pick-up time. Advanced Directive Workshops Circle of Care is again offering advanced directives workshops. The next session will be held in the meeting room at the library and will be facilitated by board president, Galen Wood. Watch the ePB and other social media for dates and times of upcoming workshops. Point Roberts Apple Harvest Festival Circle of Care will again sponsor the Point Roberts Apple Harvest Festival, Friday through Sunday, September 24-26. As always, there will be apple pressing with a beautiful, handmade electric press. The Benson Road Gardeners will show you and your family how to turn apples into nutritious juice. There will be an apple-themed bake sale and another pie ladies apple pie sale. Circle of Care is also interested in booking music, food, games, activities, lectures and entertainment for the all weekend event. Let us know if you want to organize an event or activity by emailing prcircleofcare@gmail.com. If you are curious about Circle of Care, our mission, accomplishments, board of trustees or how you can contribute, please visit our website at prcircleofcare.com or leave a message at 360/945-5222.