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HomeMy WebLinkAbout082823 Local 20_20 Weekly AnnouncementsView this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/e9ca66cce9cc/local-2020-weekly-announcements-2692519?e=65e5a66890> <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=790edaea6b&e=65e5a66890> Local 20/20 Weekly Announcements August 28th, 2023 <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/_compresseds/c7bfb810-5a30-5b9c-3158-cbb4fc85e7e3.jpg> Edited by Jeanette Leonard Hurricane Ridge Sunrise by Beverly McNeil *Editor's Note for regular readers: It's easy to keep up-to-date with our long newsletter by looking for items marked *New* or *Updated*. These are items that have been added or updated this week. This Week Housing Policy Deep Dive - Social Housing - Mon, Aug 28th <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/bb491735-5398-7d9b-2e5b-7b3d1a767408.jpg> What is social housing and how is it different than market and nonprofit housing? What would it look like here and can it be scaled to Jefferson County? Each month, Quimper Community Housing Collective (QCHC) will host an open, inclusive discussion on housing policy with an eye towards developing a systemic understanding of different housing policies from a housing justice perspective. Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm | Location: Zoom <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=441a49b58e&e=65e5a66890> Olympic Neighbors Porch Fest - Sun, Sept 3rd <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/5b98153f-fb27-4b2d-bbd8-c147847521db.jpg> Join Olympic Neighbors for a day of live music, dancing, family friendly activities (bounce house, goats, face painting), food and drinks, silent auction and cash raffle! Bands included Lowire, Cosmiphonics, Slowburn, Abi Katz, Jere Canote and Bobbi Nikles, Shoestrings and More. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the members services desk at the Food Co-op, online <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=3c3bcf5ca5&e=65e5a66890> , or in person the day of the event. Children 12 and under get in free. Find out more here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=1671a6a97c&e=65e5a66890> . Interested in volunteering? Sign up here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/ click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=f7ffb5a23c&e=65e5a66890> . Volunteers get in free! Time: 1 - 5pm | Location: Jefferson County Fairgrounds Upcoming Events River Otter Beach Walk/Talk - Wed, Sept 6th <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/3238c689-c62e-5aa1-c465-810b8019656d.jpeg> Join Friends of Fort Flagler to learn about these cute and curious creatures that live throughout the Puget Sound. FOFF will be taking a beach walk on East Beach past the Wansboro Battery and discussing the river otter's life cycle, behavior and where you might find them. If we're lucky, we may even see one! Bring comfortable shoes, warm clothes and a rain jacket. Presenter Jennifer Riker has a deep passion and love for the Pacific NW and all the beauty and wildlife that can be found here. Register here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=8876386337&e=65e5a66890> . Time: 9:00 - 10:30am | Location: East Beach past Wansboro Battery at Fort Flagler State Park Local 20/20 Climate Group Meeting - Thurs, Sept 7th *New* <https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/8U2jF3yiDFeWhXPG7FQRGMrXKNjrH_6zdm4ccODimLCBUksBRVjIuEEH5BGLKNNhNpJXerI4ybJSy3Y8fon_-T3ycz-zMWltQF1cyekcuGhgljhFQdCzS_hsWjJ9JZi9aG2PsLSXeXx4kxWg9Bt3gGL9e_tf6 w=s0-d-e1-ft#https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/8d22d1a4-8f31-475a-b475-5480d531b0f0.jpg> The Local 20/20 Climate <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd6 11c999ee661f5&id=ff3bfdf8be&e=65e5a66890> group's scope includes reducing greenhouse gases, increasing carbon sequestration, and preparing for climate impacts. At this meeting, we'll continue to work on the projects discussed at the July meeting, ongoing projects, and discuss ideas for future actions and activities. Newcomers are most welcome! This will be via zoom. The group will meet alternately via zoom (3:30-5pm) and in person (5-6:30 pm) every other month, always on the first Thursday. Contact cag@l2020.org <mailto:cag@l2020.org> for the zoom link. Time: 3:30 - 5:00pm | Location: Zoom Gardening With Succulents Presentation - Sat, Sept 9th *New* <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/3151a5a2-22c3-69e8-7f0e-fb06ae3431e5.jpg> Join Master Gardeners for a presentation and Q&A on “Gardening with Succulents”. This presentation is part of a monthly series offered at the Jefferson County Library on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Following the presentation, Master Gardeners will be available to help you with your garden-related questions. Time: 12:30 - 1:00pm | Location: Jefferson County Library Local 20/20 Beyond Waste Group Meeting - Tues, Sept 12th *New* <https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/8U2jF3yiDFeWhXPG7FQRGMrXKNjrH_6zdm4ccODimLCBUksBRVjIuEEH5BGLKNNhNpJXerI4ybJSy3Y8fon_-T3ycz-zMWltQF1cyekcuGhgljhFQdCzS_hsWjJ9JZi9aG2PsLSXeXx4kxWg9Bt3gGL9e_tf6 w=s0-d-e1-ft#https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/8d22d1a4-8f31-475a-b475-5480d531b0f0.jpg> The Beyond Waste Action Group <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f 67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=fc2f35330b&e=65e5a66890> meets the second Tuesday of each month via zoom. The group looks at a number of issues including food waste composting, plastics reduction and recycling, reduction of garbage on an individual and community level, and various other waste-related topics that spontaneously come up during the meeting. Newcomers are always welcome. Email Lisa <mailto:bw@l2020.org> for info on monthly agenda and zoom link. Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm | Location: Online Snails: A Life of Slime - Thurs, Sept 14th <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/08ccd1a5-a35a-66f6-7951-141e307ac952.png> Jefferson County Master Gardener Foundation will present “Snails: A Life of Slime” with Ric Brewer, from Little Gray Farms Escargots. He will lead us through the history, biology and anthropological insight into snails and slugs. While snails and slugs are much maligned by many of us gardeners, Ric will teach us how these mollusks make significant contributions to environmental health, are bellwethers of climate change and much more. For more information go here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=36b74770b3&e=65e5a66890> and click on “Snails: A Life of Slime” on the right side of the page. This presentation is open to the general public as well as Master Gardeners. Time: 3-5pm | Location: WSU Classroom – Port Hadlock, 97 Oak Bay Road International Beach Clean Up, Beach Grass Removal - Sat, Sept 16th <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/3238c689-c62e-5aa1-c465-810b8019656d.jpeg> Friends of Fort Flagler is organizing an invasive beach grass removal. Join them to help restore our beach to a natural state. Protecting our beaches includes removing invasive species that are choking out our natural grasses. The Park will be giving free day parking passes to any volunteer who does not have a state park pass. Please bring garden or work gloves and come ready to pull grass. If you have garden hand forks and shovel, please bring as well. Naturalist Lead: Lynn Schwarz. Registration here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=18841ec946&e=65e5a66890> . Time: 9am – 1pm | Location: Fort Flagler State Park Lower Campground, upper part of spit next to playground. International Coastal Cleanup, Beach Cleanup - Sat, Sept 16th <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/1194ecf6-dbfe-a1a2-5032-72d9cf1b6327.png> In partnership with WA CoastSavers, Port Townsend Marine Science Center is sponsoring 2 beach cleanups, in Port Townsend and in the Port Hadlock area. Volunteers collect and sort debris as well as contribute data on their findings to the Ocean Conservancy's international database. Join them at either of two cleanup check-in locations: Fort Worden State Park or Chimacum Corner Farmstand. From these locations, they will send folks out to local beaches to collect debris! Find more details on this webpage <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=f095d544d1&e=65e5a66890> . As a way of saying thanks, the first 100 participants will receive a free pass to the PTMSC Aquarium and Museum, a $5 Gift Card for the PT Food Coop, and $1 off coupon for any item at the Keg and I. Contact: Mandi Johnson <mailto:mjohnson@ptmsc.org> Time: 9am - 1pm | Locations: See above. Free Tire Recycling Event in Quilcene – Sat, Sept 30th <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/14ffc85c-a11d-fc69-1bc0-9cd1b60f2123.jpg> Used tires can be an environmental hazard. Disposal to the appropriate waste stream is critical. Depending on the condition of the tires, they can be made into new tires, tugboat bumpers, or ground into rubber that can be used in road mixtures. Details: tires can be on or off of the rim; no large off-road, semi-truck, or construction tires. Limit of 10 tires per vehicle; residents only; no businesses. Sponsored by Jefferson County Public Health and the WA Dept. of Ecology. Questions? Contact Nick Lawlor at JCPH 360-385-9413 <tel:360-385-9413> Time: 9am - 4pm | Location: Jefferson County Public Works Transfer Station; 295312 US 101, Quilcene Recurring Events Friends of Fort Flagler Docents - Rat Island Animals <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/3238c689-c62e-5aa1-c465-810b8019656d.jpeg> Ever wonder what animals are on Rat Island? Visit the Friends of Fort Flagler docents at the lower campground spit, across from Rat Island to learn more. Multiple dates in July and August, check here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5& id=c0e2783b3d&e=65e5a66890> for details. For more information on becoming a member, donating, volunteering or future events, visit here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd61 1c999ee661f5&id=c611940850&e=65e5a66890> . Jefferson County Historical Society Public Walking Tours - Saturdays in August <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/6e1957f7-e6d6-7b5d-32a5-8473b671b303.png> This year, for the first time, Jefferson County Historical Society is offering two options: "Vanishing Murals of Port Townsend" (Saturdays at 11am) and "Legends & Lore of Port Townsend" (Saturdays at 2pm). Pre-registration strongly encouraged, so that they can plan appropriately (and also because these tours do fill up!). More information here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=b2d70f1d32&e=65e5a66890> . Summer Forest Bathing Walks and Hikes: August - September <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/a573c239-a1d2-1e36-ffb4-1149a15814b3.jpeg> Quietly celebrate the wonders of the natural world by joining Olympic Peninsula Mindfulness in "therapeutic" walks and hikes around Port Townsend and the Olympic Peninsula. They offer sunset walks, mid-morning walks and all-day hikes. Their guide will lead you through beautiful wood and meadows, read a bit of poetry suited for contemplation, and lead a short meditation. For a complete run-down please click on link <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=06a82aee7b&e=65e5a66890> Jefferson County Council of the Blind - Fourth Fridays Jefferson County Council of the Blind is a support and advocacy grouper blind and low vision folks. They meet in person at 12:30pm at the Hwy 20 Roadhouse, 2152 W. Sims Way in Port Townsend on the fourth Friday of each month. They discuss technologies, opportunities and strategies for independent living. Next meeting July 28th. Washington State Parks Programs <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/a9686e4a-b3bc-218b-bdf1-33c2929b0c8c.png> Click here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=cf0ead7 913&e=65e5a66890> to discover ranger-led programs happening at both Fort Worden and Fort Flagler this summer: take a guided tour of the batteries on Artillery Hill, learn to walk like a fox on a nature awareness hike, and learn about a variety of topics during our family friendly Jr. Ranger Program series. They also have volunteer-led tours of the gunline and hospital at Fort Flagler. Looking for an indoor activity to take a break from the sun? Visit Fort Flagler’s museum! Grab a scavenger hunt, explore fort era artifacts, and learn about life in the early 1900’s. Mindfulness Meditation: Take Time to Replenish…in Community - 4th Thursdays <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/a573c239-a1d2-1e36-ffb4-1149a15814b3.jpeg> Online meditation meetings are currently scheduled July through September from 8 PM – 9 PM. Various mindfulness meditations are practiced. Poetry selections to inspire present-moment awareness (and joy) are sprinkled throughout the hour. As Mary Oliver asks her readers: "What will you do with your one wild and precious life?" For details and to sign up please click here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=55933f8ec1&e=65e5a66890> : Time: 8 - 9pm | Location: online, see link above Farmers Market - Saturdays <https://ci5.googleusercontent.com/proxy/2IQoe88U0lqsaGmceB7h_5gEP33lLnCftEQyRpsJ8pR6vuaUPB4wWT7XB6oP0VuoV5Uz54fUHMxOjm8_Ug612Bjy0dbqrdbDHW9X7xpdXsFbTZJSUgHmML264GROVqhOe9Bvw-PD1QyU1aG0rqN4yEiAwVEdU g=s0-d-e1-ft#https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/b67cb30b-1081-60ad-e0e8-97aab624dec3.png> The Port Townsend Farmers Market operates 9-months of the year from the first Saturday in April through December 17th. Located in the heart of uptown Port Townsend, the market offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, pasture-raised meat, hard cider, honey, artisan cheese, bread and pastries, prepared food, as well as fine arts and crafts from Jefferson and neighboring counties. From locally grown food to pottery, the items sold travel no more than 50 miles to reach the market. Some of their vendors even bike their products to market. More information here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=28b28150ba&e=65e5a66890> . Time: 10am-2pm | Location: Tyler Street between Lawrence and Clay. Port Townsend. Chimacum Farmers Market - Sundays <https://ci5.googleusercontent.com/proxy/2IQoe88U0lqsaGmceB7h_5gEP33lLnCftEQyRpsJ8pR6vuaUPB4wWT7XB6oP0VuoV5Uz54fUHMxOjm8_Ug612Bjy0dbqrdbDHW9X7xpdXsFbTZJSUgHmML264GROVqhOe9Bvw-PD1QyU1aG0rqN4yEiAwVEdU g=s0-d-e1-ft#https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/b67cb30b-1081-60ad-e0e8-97aab624dec3.png> Want to shop for locally grown food in the heart of our farming community with your dog at your side? Well, the Chimacum Farmers Market is the market for you. Located just a stone’s throw from several participating farms in Jefferson County’s farm country, the Chimacum Farmers Market operates Sundays, June-October. More rustic than its sister market in Port Townsend, this jewel of a market offers a remarkable variety of seasonal produce from neighboring farms as well as artisan food and crafts. More information <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1 8a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=f6306df853&e=65e5a66890> . Look forward to seeing you! Time: 10am-2pm | Location: 9122 Rhody Drive (in the parking area of Chimacum Corner Farmstand) Deep Dive: The Affordable Housing Landscape - Last Mondays <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/bb491735-5398-7d9b-2e5b-7b3d1a767408.jpg> Is all affordable housing the same? What are the policy differences and trade-offs? Come learn with us! Each month, Quimper Community Housing Collective (QCHC) will host an open, inclusive discussion on housing policy with an eye towards developing a systemic understanding of different housing policies from a housing justice perspective. We will practice centering those most impacted by the housing crisis in these conversations. All are welcome! Time: 6:30 - 8pm Last Monday of Every Month - April through October 2023 | Location: Zoom <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=e3421a0235&e=65e5a66890> Low Tide Walks with PTMSC <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/f7e167f9-032b-1363-7c85-5b0c9fd95e7c.jpg> Join the Port Townsend Marine Science Center for a guided walk on the beach at low tide. Explore tide pools and learn how marine organisms are adapted for the challenges and daily extremes of living in the intertidal zone. Please visit the Low Tide Walks webpage <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=1cb33d29a2&e=65e5a66890> to learn more and to click on the date(s) of your choice. These include Tuesday, August 29, 8:30 - 10 am. In order to provide enough staff and volunteers to create a wonderful experience, organizers need to know how many are expected. Contact Gabriele Sanchez <mailto:gsanchez@ptmsc.org?subject=Low%20Tide%20Walk> with any questions. Time: Times and dates above | Location: Meet at PTMSC Museum on the shore, Bldg 502, Fort Worden Birding in Our State Parks - 4th Saturdays <https://ci4.googleusercontent.com/proxy/bJkoSRDoDkk2-InKH4bolbvaoky4U_pNkNDJ11qOOvRm5KdtK0JwFNWaUcXX8lvpqDogf5vKwyg8hzh0Yti4REyEfgGWkJYWwnla_mprxzrijmbGvV7jx-qt1kd-IBLakfPufw__JfvLfj3IIj5B-II-aSdzV g=s0-d-e1-ft#https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/ffd97eda-d394-156e-7e82-bfedb30ed7fd.jpg> Beverly McNeil, Audubon trip leader and nature photographer continues to lead bird walks every Saturday of every month. Contact Beverly <mailto:bevybirds53@gmail> to register. The group size limit is 5. A Discover Pass is required. Wear sturdy shoes/boots and note that the walks average 3 to 4 hours, walking about 1.5 miles. Wear layered clothing for changeable weather. Bring binoculars, and water if desired. Bad weather can result in cancellations. The following two outings are free of charge; please note changes. Anderson Lake every third Saturday through Admiralty Audubon. Fort Flagler every fourth Saturday through Friends of Fort Flagler. Fort Townsend and Fort Worden are the other two State Parks that Beverly can arrange to schedule a special bird walk for you. Beverly's photographs are displayed at the Port Townsend Gallery <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=7c4cb7be19&e=65e5a66890> . Time: 8:30 am | Locations: See above. <https://ssl.gstatic.com/ui/v1/icons/mail/images/cleardot.gif> Plastic Recycling Pop-Up Drop-Off - 1st and 3rd Saturdays <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/bc154d0d-efa0-c02b-2efd-190821b36293.png> Are you ready to start recycling your plastic bottle caps and can connectors? PT Potential <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=72dc208cd1&e=65e5a66890> is now open for collections! Swing by their next drop-off event with your clean plastic caps and lids, and learn how they plan to recycle them! Join us in mitigating our pollution and working towards a more local, circular economy. PT Potential collects caps, lids, and can carriers. Don't have plastic collected? Swing by anyway to chat plastics! More info here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=19d32c67b 6&e=65e5a66890> . Time: 2-4pm | Locations: 1st Sat at PTMSC Museum, Fort Worden; 3rd Sat at PT Food Coop Polystyrene & Low-Density Polyethylene Recycling - 1st Tues, 3rd Sat <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/4720ca4d-0b50-98ba-ed16-2c16c011d368.png> Port Townsend StyroCyclers <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee 661f5&id=4acb5af401&e=65e5a66890> , a Local 20/20 Beyond Waste <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=f829837c2d&e=65e5a66890> Project, accepts expanded polystyrene (EPS) pieces that are white, rigid, clean, and dry, with all tape, labels, paper, and cardboard removed. (Note that Styrofoam™ refers to a specific subset of EPS made by Dow Chemical Company, which is not recycled by this group and which is typically blue.) They also accept clean, dry, flexible low-density polyethylene foam (LDPE #4) of all colors, packing peanuts of all colors and types (separated from the EPS/LDPE, and separated into biodegradable [squishy] and nonbiodegradable [crispy] types), as well as white EPS food trays that are clean and free of stains and writing. Materials are inspected at your vehicle, and disqualified materials returned to you. Thanks to the Fort Worden PDA, materials are packed and stored at the Fort Worden Battery Putnam, then delivered to Kent once per month thanks to OlyCAP and Northwest Harvest food bank trucks. At the Kent recycling facility, machines use heat to convert the EPS and LDPE into a toothpaste-like consistency that cools into heavy, glassy blocks of polystyrene or polyethylene, which are then sold to manufacturers of products such as picture frames and construction details. The densified materials are in high demand because they are less expensive than virgin plastic. Email organizers <mailto:PTStyroCyclers@gmai l.com?subject=Styrofoam%20Recycling> or contact them through their Facebook page <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=36c05ce8dc&e=65e5a66890> . Time: 10am - noon | Location: Fort Worden’s Battery Putnam near Alexander’s Castle at 229 Alexander’s Loop, Fort Worden. (Park your vehicle in the middle of the street in front of the battery.) Read Shakespeare Out Loud! - Tuesdays The Changelings, a varied group of Shakespeare fans gather online every other Tuesday to read and discuss the works of William Shakespeare, No experiences necessary-open to everyone-casual. For information on participating email the organizer <mailto:bobbinsdream@gmail.com?subject=Read%20Shakespeare%20Out%20Loud!> . Community Notices Community Wildfire Protection Plan Survey *New* <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/_compresseds/5f5808e6-e7cd-9157-e191-bde198d371b2.jpg> In collaboration with the County, East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR <https://l2020.us8.list -manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=c1d60ac7b3&e=65e5a66890> ) is developing a wildfire strategic plan. The formal term for this project is the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). Jefferson County is one of the few remaining counties in Washington that does not have a CWPP. In order to produce a valid document that reflects the needs of our community, EJFR needs countywide community input. Please fill out this survey <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=f6d4b621cb&e=65e5a66890> . This plan will apply to the entire county--not just Fire District 1--so everyone in Jefferson County is encouraged to fill out the survey. The estimated time to complete it is just 15 minutes. AmeriCorps Recruitment *New* <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/1194ecf6-dbfe-a1a2-5032-72d9cf1b6327.png> Seeking an Environmental Educator for the 2023-2024 AmeriCorps term. Inspire students, visitors, and the whole community to explore, experience, connect with, and take action to protect and steward the unique ecosystems of the Salish Sea. The Port Townsend Marine Science Center (PTMSC) is seeking one Marine Stewardship Educator AmeriCorps Member to join our team dedicated to conserving the Salish Sea. This is a full-time 10 ½ month position starting Oct 16. This stipend-supported position is sponsored by the Washington Service Corps AmeriCorps program. This position is contingent upon funding. Full application details are in the position description. Deadline is Sept 6. Contact information: AmeriCorpsApplication@ptmsc.org <mailto:AmeriCorpsApplication@ptmsc.org> Web links: here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=0bff97a2f6&e=65e5a66890> Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee Seeks New Members *New* <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/add5ed49-1419-569f-e6b6-a26b39f69689.jpeg> The Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee (MRC) is seeking to diversify its membership and fill the following volunteer positions on the committee: District 1 Representative & Alternate, District 3 Representative & Alternate, Marine Science Representative & Alternate. Members are appointed for a four-year term and commit to attending monthly meetings at 6-8pm on the first Tuesday of every month, participating in project subcommittees <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=784b2aa925&e=65e5a66890> (including possible fieldwork), and working collaboratively to respond to emerging issues and contribute to informed policy recommendations. See Vacancy Announcement here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=227b9a069a&e=65e5a66890> for more details. To apply, submit: (1) your resume, (2) a letter of interest, and (3) an application form <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=63ed355829& e=65e5a66890> by Sept 8 to be considered for the first round of reviews. Applications will remain open until positions are filled. For more information, see jeffersonmrc.org <https://l2020.us8.lis t-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=f053daeefc&e=65e5a66890> and contact Monica Montgomery <mailto:monica.montgomery1@wsu.edu> . Community Forest Manager, Jefferson Land Trust <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/e6026e5e-f196-1807-e06a-cd06a0b8d189.png> Jefferson Land Trust is hiring for a rare and diverse opportunity to serve as their Community Forest Manager. This role blends community stewardship, sustainable land management, and administrative and programmatic leadership. The focus of the Community Forest Manager will be on the health, productivity, and operation of the Community Forest. Learn more about the opportunity and how to apply here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c99 9ee661f5&id=2bc20abcc1&e=65e5a66890> ! Washington State Energy Rebates <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/02c27c26-8337-80d6-05d6-f70975188154.png> The State of Washington is a step closer to being able to rebate low- and middle-income energy-saving investments. The Department of Commerce webpage <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u= 18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=febd763639&e=65e5a66890> is now up, and it includes a link to allow folks to subscribe for updates. Rebates are expected early next year. Here <https://l2020.us8.list-m anage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=8e370f21c9&e=65e5a66890> ’s a calculator that shows the programs you might qualify for. Note, there’s either rebates and tax credits, depending on income. Low- and moderate-income households qualify for point-of-sale rebates. In Port Townsend, that’s a full rebate for incomes less than $68,800 and half for incomes less than $129,000. Higher income households are already eligible for tax credits, which started with the 2023 tax year. Health Survey for Jefferson County Public Health <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/1ffa7e64-e948-03dd-2071-37fc1dbaddb7.png> It’s that time of year again, the Empowered Teens Coalitions are seeking responses to this survey of adult perspectives of youth substance use in the community! This survey is brief, anonymous, and results each year are posted on their website <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/tr ack/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=827b2cc71d&e=65e5a66890> . Quimper Community Harvest - Looking for Trees and Volunteers <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/0202dcaf-e117-6dea-c0a4-2234daeca8cc.gif> Fruit harvest season is here again and it looks like it’s going to be a big year for plums, apples, pears, figs and more! If you are interested in having a gleaning team harvest fruit from your trees, or if you’d like to join us to help harvest fruit, find out more about the team and how to get in touch with them at this website <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18 a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=ce9dc35498&e=65e5a66890> . City of Port Townsend Video Series on Financial Sustainability <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/1e21783d-428b-653f-f8e1-b888690f71ed.jpg> The City of Port Townsend has created a four part video series on financial sustainability. It includes an Introduction, Streets, Parks and Housing. Each is just a few minutes long. Check out the series here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=828 6dc6e93&e=65e5a66890> . Sustainable Life Learning Center <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/d770974b-d74b-bf33-d37c-b09047eda3b4.jpg> It’s time to plant a fall garden. Find out what to plant and see some delicious fall recipes made with locally grown foods. Go to this website <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=ff8f33be15&e=65e5a66890> and click on the fall garden tab. Habitat Enhancement Crew Member Open Positions <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/e6026e5e-f196-1807-e06a-cd06a0b8d189.png> Jefferson Land Trust is recruiting for two habitat enhancement AmeriCorps national service positions for full-time, 10-month engagements in October 2023. Both crew members will work with Jefferson Land Trust staff, and with community volunteers to help increase forest and stream resilience by improving habitat, species, and structural diversity on permanently protected nature preserves and forests. Habitat restoration tasks will include removal of invasive weeds, ecological forest thinning with chainsaws (training provided), creation of downed logs, standing snags, and habitat piles; restoration planting, decommissioning unauthorized trails, and monitoring and mapping current conditions. Public outreach tasks will include leading public education programs, developing materials for youth education programs, and representing Jefferson Land Trust at community events. Please click here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=7bc38b1468&e=65e5a66890> to apply or submit a resume and a brief description of your environmental motivation to Preserve Manager Carrie Clendaniel <mailto:cclendaniel@saveland.org> . Local 20/20 Steering Council Opportunity <https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/8U2jF3yiDFeWhXPG7FQRGMrXKNjrH_6zdm4ccODimLCBUksBRVjIuEEH5BGLKNNhNpJXerI4ybJSy3Y8fon_-T3ycz-zMWltQF1cyekcuGhgljhFQdCzS_hsWjJ9JZi9aG2PsLSXeXx4kxWg9Bt3gGL9e_tf6 w=s0-d-e1-ft#https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/8d22d1a4-8f31-475a-b475-5480d531b0f0.jpg> Interested in helping guide Local 20/20 <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/clic k?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=bbdd2fe57e&e=65e5a66890> in the future and/or helping manage the organization? We currently have a few open positions on the steering council (essentially the board of Local 20/20), as well as on a few council subcommittees (IT, communications and announcements, etc.). Contact us for more information at info@l2020.org <mailto:info@l2020.org> . Housing Link: Connecting local Workforce with local Housing <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/01ac0f42-976e-d266-aa5c-408d8142b208.jpg> Ensuing those providing vital services and serving local business are securely housed is an essential part of building community. The Housing Link project is an effort to introduce Workforce Home Seekers with Home Providers in Jefferson County. If you are looking for housing, have housing to offer or what to learn more about how to create housing, check out this link <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=00164db6d2&e=6 5e5a66890> . OHT Survey for those with Housing Needs <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/205a08e0-200b-6a29-6b22-5fac489818aa.jpg> Olympic Housing Trust (OHT) is planning to build a townhouse in Port Townsend. This is just a survey <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=6148da5613&e=65e5a66890> . Once they begin building, they will be looking for applicants. They are planning to build 5 townhouses in Port Townsend that will actually be affordable for people of low to moderate income. They are applying for a Housing Trust Fund grant through the state. One of the many items to investigate is to gather info on whether they know of people who would qualify for loans for these townhouses. The loans will be under $250K. The survey will identify how many people are in the family, what income bracket they fall into, whether they are currently residents of Jefferson County, if they already own a home or not. It is optional for anyone to give us their contact information. Calling Local Photographers <https://gallery.mailchimp.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/3ab8c010-5d9c-4313-a28b-a9dc1714ac3e.jpg> Local 20/20 Weekly Announcements invites local photographers to submit images that capture the character of our community and its natural setting. For the opening photo of each weekly email (which is also posted to our website <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u= 18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=3faf302b94&e=65e5a66890> ), we seek local color, horizontal (“landscape”) orientation, and jpeg format. Please no children, pets or recognizable faces. Kindly email photos <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=b75a995340&e=65e5a66890> , including your name in the jpeg filename. We are an all-volunteer non-profit, so compensation for your talent and generosity is a photo credit and our profound thanks. ________________________________ Community Resources Eat Local First's Washington Food & Farm Finder Map Eating local — and supporting our community’s farmers, fishers, and other food producers — is easy with the Eat Local First Washington Food & Farm Finder <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/clic k?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=37f788ee11&e=65e5a66890> , from the statewide group Eat Local First (ELF) Collaborative <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id= 69c6211c6d&e=65e5a66890> . Enter your location by zip code or town/city name and use the detailed search criteria to find food grown, caught, raised, or made near you, navigating the handy map to explore further. Filter your search to find specific products, delivery options, and more. Just Soup on Tuesdays <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/93583a9e-8347-408c-adec-a2a4b6693988.png> Every Tuesday at 11:30 - 1:30, Just Soup provides free, hot soup lunches at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1020 Jefferson St, on the Tyler St. bus line (by the Bell Tower). Enter the rear church parking lot on Franklin, and whether you are on foot, bike, or car, you will be in line for curbside pickup, with masks, gloves, and safe distancing protocols in place. Pick up a lunch for yourself or your neighbor in need. No questions asked. Many partners and supporters have come together to feed Port Townsend one bowl at a time. Time: Tuesdays, 11:30am - 1:30pm | Location: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1020 Jefferson St, PT Emergency Text Alerts from Jefferson County <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=a210e21a79&e=65e5a66890> Sign up to receive Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management <https://l2020.us8.list- manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=cdac740f7c&e=65e5a66890> ’s emergency alerts by text on your mobile phone and/or by email. NIXLE messages provide crucial information in an emergency & are sent directly to your text-enabled device and/or email. The sign up web page <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=f65b8b4576&e=65e5a668 90> also has information about other alert and warning systems, including the tsunami warning system and the WSDOT alert system. NPREP: Prepared Neighborhoods <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=d1476223db&e=65e5a66890> Prepare for emergencies with your neighbors by joining or starting an NPREP neighborhood. There are currently over 100 NPREP neighborhoods organizing here in Jefferson County. Learn if you live in an NPREP trained neighborhood <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=2ecc3499c6&e=65e5a66890> . Learn about NPREP <https://l2020.us8.list-manage .com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=2bdfefee80&e=65e5a66890> . A Tool for Neighborhood Organization <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/dc84717a-8117-4003-80be-bd18e79a7a4b.png> Nextdoor is a private social network for YOUR neighborhood. Use this link <https://l2020.us8.li st-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=7e8422716a&e=65e5a66890> to join one of 59 Nextdoor Neighborhoods in Jefferson County. Currently there are over 16,500 subscribers, with many new members joining each day. Email Pete Hubbard <mailto:hphubbard@gmail.com?subject=NDN> with questions or comments. Resilience Readings Do you have readings, podcasts or videos to share that are aligned with our Local 20/20 mission? Please submit them here <mailto:events@L2020.org?subject=Resilience%20Readings%20submission> . All County Picnic Connects Neighbors with Preparedness Resources <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/c0cd3ddf-4c2b-cd1a-7c1a-36f5b1a48a5b.png> In the August 2nd Local 20/20 Column in the Port Townsend Leader <https://l2020.us8.list-manage. com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=e68907e285&e=65e5a66890> , Keppie Keplinger of Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bd d611c999ee661f5&id=dbfd0ebf1b&e=65e5a66890> and Local 20/20's NPREP <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=96c61bbfb9&e=65e5a66890> action group discuss how the August 20th All County Picnic <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=acb81e85ea&e=65e5a66890> is an opportunity to learn more about how we as individuals and as a community can prepare for emergencies. Read the article here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=55641e13e0&e=65e5a6689 0> . Living With Wildfire <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/4374f1a2-7cc5-d35d-0ce9-ca2ce5275daf.jpg> Wildfires have always been a part of our ecosystems in the western US, but their steady increase in size and destructive power over the past 40+ years has been unprecedented. The cost to our communities has been devastating. The good news is that we can actually change the way many of these fires come to us! By managing our forests for resiliency, preparing our communities and adapting to climate change, we can live better with wildfire. Living With Wildfire <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=e1b7ce143a&e=65e5a66890> is a 45-minute documentary film about the increase of severe wildfires throughout Washington State and the steps you can take to decrease the risk to your home, neighborhood and community. Living With Wildfire is hosted by renown research ecologist Dr. Paul Hessburg, USFS Senior Research Ecologist. Watch it here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=a5010ede51&e=65e5a66890> . Book Suggestions from Crispin Hollinshead Ministry For the Future by Kim Standley Robinson. This is a great read, packed with good science, and a thriller that covers the next 20 years as humanity succeeds in dealing with the climate crisis. “Climate Restoration” by Fiekowsky and Douglis. This gives solid information about how we can reduce atmospheric CO2 down to 300 ppm by 2050, the level we know can sustain human civilization. Not Out of Sight – Not Out of Mind <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/ca263f7b-b641-0c84-0568-5ddad07ebe6c.jpg> In a recent Local 20/20 Column in the Port Townsend Leader <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/tr ack/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=ff1e34def6&e=65e5a66890> , Tracy Grisman describes the new Artist-in-Residence and Educational Program (A.I.R.E.) at the Jefferson County Transfer Station and its first resident artist - Carol Rashawnna Williams (pictured here). The article also describes what inspired the program, and how it turns waste into art while helping to educate the public about our waste and recycling practices. Read the full article here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=64ce1404dc&e=65e5a66890> . Moving in the Right Direction Conference <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/c70f272e-fd73-6706-66ab-8a266b1ea846.jpg> In a recent Local 20/20 Port Townsend Leader column <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/cli ck?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=6190c496e9&e=65e5a66890> , David Thielk discusses the intersection between transportation, infrastructure, human and climate health, and housing, and announces the conference that took place in Port Townsend on April 14th, 2023. Videos by local videographer Dennis Danneau are now available for conference sessions with Mike McGinn of America Walks <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=7094935752&e=65e5a66890> , 1 <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f 5&id=65e7a5516b&e=65e5a66890> , with walkable streets designer Dan Burden <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=959406ee31&e=65e5a66890> , and with Tony Jordan and Katie Gould <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=68221e2868&e=65e5a66890> of the Parking Reform Network and Sightline respectively. How the Inflation Reduction Act Can Save You Money <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/809f96a3-40ef-ea05-6b75-9d3ee55c77a6.jpg> In a recent Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=ceb493ed3e&e=65e5a66890> , Cyndy Bratz summarized how the Inflation Reduction Act can save you money and reduce your carbon footprint at the same time. Learn more about how to determine your eligibility for rebates, how much you might be able to save, and where to go for the latest information, by reading her full column here <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=b761ff0af0&e=65e5a66890> . Note the The High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Act table, that shows rebates for qualifying electrification projects. Local 20/20 Mission Working together to foster a regenerative, sustainable, resilient, and compassionate community in Jefferson County through both action and education. <https://mcusercontent.com/18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5/images/6144dac2-e45d-dd0c-b93e-28d0de8737d0.jpg> Action Groups are where we do most of our work. Each is focused on an interrelated aspect of sustainability. Visit l2020.org <https://l2020.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=18a86f67bdd611c999ee661f5&id=3dcb3482ce&e=65e5a66890> to learn what the different action groups are working on. Want to submit an announcement? We welcome notices of events, calls for participation and other items of interest. Local 20/20 Announcements goes out every Monday morning. Please submit the following in paragraph form: Subject or event. Brief description. Day, date, time. Venue address. Contact information. Web links. Include a logo or a photo in jpeg format. 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