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PENINSULA DAILY NEWS
(J) — SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2014
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Wanted: A few good Jefferson heroes Nominations sought for Heart of Service Award PENINSULA DAILY NEWS
Way, Port Townsend, WA 98368, by 5 p.m. Monday, March 24. ■ A letter describing the merits and accomplishments of the person being nominated must be included with the coupon. It should cite examples of the individual’s special dedication, sacrifices and significant accomplishments in community service. ■ If possible, the nomination should include supporting documents, such as copies (not originals) of other awards, newspaper articles or letters of support. ■ Individuals, clubs, churches, businesses or other organizations may nominate. But only individuals, not organizations, can be nominees. ■ Anyone who lives in Jefferson County can be nominated. Recipients of the Heart of Service in the past are not eligible for a 2014 award. But those previously nominated but not selected for a Heart of Service are eligible for renomination.
NOW IS THE time to nominate your local hero. We are looking for people who make a difference in Jefferson County, individuals who have made our communities a better place. The three Rotary Clubs in Jefferson County and the Peninsula Daily News invite nominations for the 2014 Jefferson County Heart of Service award. The Heart of Service recognizes the dedication, sacrifice and accomplishments of local people who do extraordinary things for their neighbors, their community or the environment. The award — now in its ninth year — is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Port Townsend (noon club), the Port Townsend Sunrise Rotary Club, the East Jefferson Rotary Club and the PDN. “This award gives us the opportunity to highlight the good works of ordinary people in Jefferson County who unselfishly give their time and energy to help others,” said John Brewer, PDN editor and publisher. “These build community. They are truly local heroes, working to make life here What happens stronger, tighter, happier, A panel of judges will richer.” review the nominations and select one to six people to How to nominate receive a Heart of Service at ■ Nominations must be a community luncheon in made using the accompany- May. ing coupon and must be The recipients receive submitted to the Peninsula framed award certificates Daily News’ Jefferson and heart-shaped medals County office, 1939 E. Sims designed by Steve Rafoth,
Officials to evict birds from 2 islands THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
RICHLAND — Federal officials plan to evict Caspian terns from two Columbia River man-made islands to protect endangered salmon and steelhead. The Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation believe that if they can get the salmon-eating birds to stop nesting on the islands, they will find new nesting areas outside the Columbia River Basin. The Tri-City Herald reported that the two islands in the plan are Goose Island is in Potholes Reservoir near Moses Lake, and Crescent Island, created from dredged material, is in the Columbia River about 9 miles south of the confluence with the Snake River near Wallulla. According to data collected from fish tags that litter the island after birds digest the fish, about 370 pairs of terns nesting on Goose Island feasted on 14.6 percent of Columbia Basin steelhead from 2007 to 2009.
past president of the Rotary noon club and president and CEO of Enclume Design Products in Port Hadlock. If you have any questions about the program, please phone Brewer at his direct number, 360-4173500 (if he’s not in, there’s 24/7 voice mail). Or email Brewer at john. brewer@peninsuladailynews.com.
2013 honorees Last year, judges selected 10 individuals from more than two dozen nominations made by individuals, clubs, churches, businesses and other organizations. It was the largest group of honorees in the Heart of Service’s history — and the first time one of the awards had been presented posthumously: ■ “The Three Amigos”: Don Bolen, Ernie Jaap and Fred Spann. A telecommunications business executive, an airline pilot and a rocket scientist, all retired, they have quietly and unassumingly made themselves indispensable at Dove House Advocacy Services in Port Townsend through hundreds of hours of volunteer work and by forming positive relationships with Dove House’s clients. ■ Cass and Tom Brotherton, a couple with their hands elbow-deep in everything Quilcene who, since moving to the closeknit community eight years ago, have worked unflinchingly to improve their adopted home. ■ Jim “Kiwi” Ferris and the late Charlie Moore, Port Townsend business owners with boat-
building in their blood and community service in their hearts who spent years donating their time and energy to fundraising and nonprofit efforts. ■ Linda Kostenbader, a longtime member of the East Jefferson Rotary Club who shares her talents, energy and passion for community service with the student members of Chimacum High School’s Rotary Interact Club. ■ Christopher Pieper, a dedicated and motivated Chimacum High School student who has devoted much of himself to community service. ■ Seth Rolland, a local food advocate whose organizational skills have helped secure sustainable sources of fresh fruit for both Port Townsend students and the city’s food bank.
Food Bank, Quilcene Historical Museum, Quilcene Community Center, Quilcene Garden Club, Quilcene Fair and Parade Association, Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County and many other organizations. ■ Anne Schneider of Port Townsend, whose “insight, vision, analytical skills, ability to organize procedures and skill in working harmoniously with others are what make her a true change agent” with nonprofits ranging from the Centrum board of directors and the Port Townsend chapter of the American Association of University Women to Working Image, the Northwest Maritime Center and other groups. ■ Bill Wise, hands-on visionary co-founder and chairman of EDC Team Jefferson, the county’s publicReceiving the 2012 private economic developHeart of Service: ment organization. ■ Judith Alexander of Port Townsend for her lead- Other honorees ership in many environ■ 2011 — Nora Porter, mental and community sustainability efforts, including Joe Carey, Deborah Stinson Local 20/20, Citizens for and Myron Vogt. ■ 2010 — Shirley Moss, Local Food and the Food Gay Eisenberger, Mike Resiliency Action Group. ■ Melanie and Steve Blair and Margaret MatheBozak, a husband-and-wife son. ■ 2009 — Robert Rosen, duo who has been a driving force behind the Port Janet Emery, Dr. James Townsend Rhododendron Rotchford, Larry Robinson and Wayne Chimenti. Festival. ■ 2008 — Candy JohnThe couple also have contributed thousands of ston, Virgil Porter, Sue and volunteer hours to the Jef- Bill McIntire, Helen Kullferson County community man and Alison Capener. ■ 2007 — Linda Ferris, through the Port Townsend Kim Hammers, Dyrk LansKiwanis Club. ■ Bob and Winona don, Martina Richard and Prill of Quilcene, cited in Dr. John Barrett. ■ 2006 — Andy Mackie, nomination letters for their “goodness and generosity” Peggy Schafran, Bruce and “patient and quiet lead- Marston and Pat and Ralph ership” with the Quilcene Williams.
Projects to open up for bid PENINSULA DAILY NEWS
The three Jefferson County commissioners will open bids on two public works projects at a meeting Monday. The meeting begins at 9 a.m. in chambers, 1830 Jefferson St. One of the projects concerns pavement preservation on Center Road between Mileposts 4.39 and 6.86, and has an estimated cost of $764,269, funded at 86.5 percent from the Federal Highway Administration and the remaining 13.5 percent from the public infrastructure fund. The second project is for pavement markings on Jefferson County roadways for the years 2014 and 2015. The estimate for the twoyear project is $468,029. Items on the consent agenda include: ■ An agreement to allocate $25,000 to the Supporting Healthy Community fund. ■ An agreement to extend the completion date for the Queets Bridge painting. ■ An agreement to enroll about 103 Acres (Janis Bulis Preserve) into the Open Space Tax Program as Open Space Land.
Port Townsend city The Port Townsend City Council will discuss a threeyear values, vision and mission statement at a workshop Monday. The meeting will begin at
6:30 p.m. in the Cotton Building, 607 Water St. Among the topics the council will consider are the water system, the Howard Street corridor, Mountain View Commons, the Fort Worden Lifelong Learning Center Public Development Authority and the comprehensive plan. Council office hours, during which members of the public can discuss any topic with a member of the City Council, take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday in the mayor’s office at historic City Hall, 540 Water St. Other city committee meetings, which are at City Hall, 250 Madison St., unless otherwise noted, are: ■ PEG Access Coordinating Committee — 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Gael Stuart Building, 1610 Blaine St. ■ Council Finance and Budget Committee — 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, thirdfloor conference room. This is a special meeting to consider a banking services contract.
Port Townsend Planning Commission The Port Townsend Planning Commission will consider the third draft of the city’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Functional Plan and a subcommittee to study the deer population when it
meets Thursday. The commission will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in council chambers at historic City Hall, 540 Water St. The commission will take public comment on the parks and recreation draft plan and consider a recommendation to the City Council. A resident has requested that the commission form a subcommittee to study the deer population in Port Townsend, and commissioners will consider putting it on the work plan or referring the resident to the City Council.
Port of Port Townsend Port of Port Townsend commissioners will discuss an environmental fee and the selection of consultants at its regular meeting, which will be preceded by a special public workshop Wednesday. The regular meeting will begin at 1 p.m. at 333 Benedict St. It will be preceded by a public meeting from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. At the workshop, commissioners will discuss effective commission interaction, an overview of port governance structure, the Open Meeting Act and Open Record Act, among other topics. At the regular meeting, commissioners will discuss an environmental fee, consultants for communication and for the Point Hudson jetty,
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The Chimacum School Board will discuss policy on use of tobacco and nicotine substances when it meets Wednesday. The board will meet at 6 p.m. in the Chimacum High School library, 91 W. Valley Road. The board will hear reports on the primary school improvement plan and the Jefferson County Educational Partnership.
PORT ANGELES –– The Lower Elwha Klallam tribe has reopened its accounting office after shutting it down for an undisclosed “situation.” Tribal officials in a statement released Friday said the office at 2851 Lower Elwha Road had been closed temporarily. The statement did not disclose any further details “due to the confidential nature of this situation.” Tribal Chairwoman Frances Charles directed questions to the tribe’s general counsel, Steve Suagee. Suagee said he had no comment beyond the statement
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