October 2014 Note from the Director

October 2014 Note from the Director

Oct 13, 2014 | News

After a robust spring and summer at the Port, staff is currently working on the 2015 budget. By law, we must approve and file the budget by the end of November. To that end, we will be presenting the draft to the Commissioners this month for comment and...
Upcoming Earthquake Drill!

Upcoming Earthquake Drill!

Oct 9, 2014 | News

Thursday, October 16, 2014 at 10:16 AM, Jefferson County Emergency Management is sponsoring ‘THE GREAT WA SHAKEOUT EARTHQUAKE DRILL”. Drop! Cover! Hold! This drill will also include a test of the Tsunami Siren. The siren will sound for 3 minutes along with...
Recreational Shellfish Closure in Quilcene Bay

Recreational Shellfish Closure in Quilcene Bay

Sep 23, 2014 | News

Marine biotoxins that cause Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) have been detected at lethal concentrations in shellfish samples collected from Quilcene Bay. Shellfish harvested commercially are tested for toxin prior to distribution and should be safe to eat,...
Lady Washington Repaired in Port Townsend Boatyard

Lady Washington Repaired in Port Townsend Boatyard

Sep 23, 2014 | News

One of the most prominent tall ships in operation is spending its down time in the Port Townsend Boat Haven this week.  After appearing at the Wooden Boat Festival earlier this month, the Lady Washington was hauled out of the water for maintenance and repairs aimed at...
Preventing Zinc Pollution in Stormwater

Preventing Zinc Pollution in Stormwater

Sep 18, 2014 | News

The Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center (PPRC) has completed a series of resources (below) on preventing zinc pollution. Please take a moment to view them and pass them on to any contacts – businesses, site managers, compliance officers, friends...