a weekly digest for bainbridge business owners and our island community |
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BUSINESS & COMMUNITY NEWS |
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BUSINESS OWNERS: COMMIT TO ERASE THE WASTE TODAY |
As part of the Waste Reduction ordinance passed last year by City Council, new requirements to further reduce single-use plastics will start on January 1, 2023 at all Island retail food and lodging establishments.
Chamber Ambassadors will soon be visiting impacted Bainbridge businesses to help them prepare for the new requirements, but businesses already ahead of the game are now eligible to receive recognition as a Climate Smart Bainbridge business.
After signing a pledge to immediately reduce single-use plastics, the City will provide businesses with:
- A PVC-free window cling communicating their waste reduction leadership
- Social media promotion
- Newspaper advertisements
Customers can look for the window clings appearing around the Island in upcoming weeks and can also make their own pledge to erase the waste.
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BETHANY'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING PILOT PROPOSAL MOVES TO PUBLIC HEARING |
During the Aug. 16 study session, city council members voted 5-2 to advance a proposed Density Bonus for Religious Organizations to a future Public Hearing.
Key details of the proposed ordinance (No. 2022-22):
- Would allow Bethany to place up to 23 affordable housing units on their land
- The affordable housing must stay in place for 99 years
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Created to advance the Bethany Pilot Program, limits itself to religious facilities who want to build affordable housing within a quarter mile of Winslow
- Supports City goals for affordable housing and in line with recent State law giving religious organizations more latitude to create affordable housing on their lands
The two dissenting votes came from councilmembers Michael Pollock and Kirsten Hytopoulos.
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ANTICIPATE MAJOR TRAFFIC DISRUPTION, DELAYS ON 305
THROUGH END OF AUGUST
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Weekday closures of at least 20 minutes on 305 at Sportsman Club should be expected as work continues to restore fish habitats and remove a culvert under the highway.
The shoulders of the highway have been removed in both directions, and there will also be speed limit revisions from 50 mph to 35 mph from around North Madison Avenue NE and Sportsman Club Road NE.
Bicyclists can ride with traffic or follow the signposted detour.
If you are thinking of avoiding that area for the next couple of weeks, do remember that the city is also currently completing work near Sportsman Club Road and New Brooklyn as well as on High School Road between Madison Ave and SR 305.
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L-R: Stefan Goldby (Chamber + Creative District co-chair), Erika Thayer (The Ravine), Inez Maubane Jones (Arts & Humanities Bainbridge + Creative District co-chair) |
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BAINBRIDGE CREATIVE DISTRICT HELPS CREATE NEW PERFORMANCE SPACE AT THE RAVINE |
At a recent dedication, Bainbridge's newly-certified Creative District celebrated it's role in securing state funding from ArtsWA to help build a new outdoor music stage in downtown Winslow.
This summer, The Stage at The Ravine has already been helping musicians welcome both locals and visitors to Bainbridge as they walk down Winslow Way.
This effort marks a first project for the Creative District in its mission to promote and support the art, artists, and artistic community venues of Bainbridge Island.
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Kitsap County Bicycle & EV regulations |
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KITSAP COUNTY DEVELOPING PLAN FOR EXPANSION OF BICYCLE + EV CHARGING |
Kitsap is working on new regulations to encourage/require new developments and redevelopments to install EV and bicycle charging facilities in urban, rural commercial, industrial zones and LAMIRD areas.
In doing so, the county hopes to:
- Increase non-motorized and low/no emission transportation options
- Improve public health outcomes with cleaner air and active transportation
- Reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions to support climate change resiliency
Public hearings of draft proposals are expected to begin in October, with the target of adopting new regulations by January for implementation in the coming year.
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PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
Thursday, Aug. 25 at 6pm
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The agenda includes:
- Discussion of EV Charging Zone Code Amendments
NOTE: The next city council meeting is on Sept. 13 at 6pm (the Aug. 23 and Sept. 6 sessions have been cancelled)
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SHAPE OUR CITY: COMMUNITY SURVEY OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS THROUGH FRIDAY |
The time is now for all residents to have a voice in the crafting of plans for the future of our Island.
Take a moment to help the city understand your perspective on the Bainbridge community, values, and future with this Community Survey providing vital data to inform new COBI programs, policies, and strategic plans.
The best part? It’s fast, easy, and (optionally) anonymous while also gathering broad demographic and regional breakdowns to better understand Bainbridge.
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Q: Would you support a community-wide 'shop local for the holidays' promotional campaign?
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Recent Results:
Q: How important to your business is revenue from visitors and tourism?
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Almost half of the 100+ Island's businesses responding to this survey consider tourism revenues to be very important to their survival, while 25% consider it entirely irrelevant.
Kitsap County-wide, and on Bainbridge , visitor spending is at least somewhat important to around 55% of responding businesses.
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BAINBRIDGE ISLAND RESULTS |
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AFTER HOURS FIESTA AT KITSAP BANK THIS WEEK
Thursday, Aug. 25, 5:30-7:30pm
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Mingle with your fellow Chamber members as we toast the newly remodeled Bainbridge Branch of Kitsap Bank!
Come enjoy complimentary local food from Miguelitos, tasty beverages from Eleven Winery, and enter a raffle to win a big date night out on the Island...
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L-R: Stefan Goldby (Chamber + Creative District co-chair), Chris Miller (Windermere), Chantelle Lusebrink (Visit Bainbridge), Matt Grady (Pegasus Coffee/Dude's Donuts), Lani Sordello (Via Rosa 11), Congressman Kilmer, Inez Maubane Jones (Arts & Humanities Bainbridge + Creative District Co-Chair)
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CHAMBER HOSTS LOCAL BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE WITH CONGRESSMAN DEREK KILMER |
Chamber members and community business leaders sat down on August 22 with Congressman Kilmer and his aides for a wide-ranging discussion around the challenges facing Bainbridge Island.
Discussion points included:
- Opportunities to connect small businesses with federal funding
- Practical measures to support affordable housing creation
- Better transit options for residents, workers, visitors
- Our new Certified Creative District and how it could help expand a local economy
- Sustainable tourism strategies
- Supporting a business climate for responsible growth
The Chamber thanks Derek Kilmer for his time, insight, and guidance and looks forward to giving him a tour of Bainbridge's manufacturing business centers on his next visit in the fall.
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BIKE FOR PIE
Sunday August 28, 10am to 1pm
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Bike for Pie is an annual celebration of cycling on Bainbridge Island and an opportunity to participate in the guiltless indulgence of delicious pie and live music.
This event for the whole family starts and finishes from Town Square (home to the Farmer's Market) at 280 Madison in Winslow.
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ISLAND FITNESS 20TH ANNIVERSARY CONTEST |
Calling all artists! Island Fitness is looking for local artists to design their 20-year commemorative t-shirt and poster.
Submissions will be accepted from August 27 to October 1.
The first prize winner will receive a full year membership at Island Fitness and there will also be prizes for second-and-third-placed runner ups.
Artists must be 14 years or older to participate.
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MORITANI COMMUNITY PICNIC
Monday, Sept. 5, 4-6pm
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Join Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation and Bainbridge Metro Parks for a FREE family-friendly end-of-summer celebration, at Moritani Preserve.
Pack a snack, toss out a blanket and get ready to dance with enjoy Cajun, Creole favorite WHOZYAMAMA !
There is no parking at Moritani Preserve, and very little neighborhood parking around it.
Please walk or bike to the event, or park in Winslow town center and walk to the preserve.
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LAST SOUNDS OF SUMMER CONCERTS, MOVIES IN THE PARK LOOM (FOR 2022) |
Another summer of music and movies at Battle Point Park is coming to a close over the next couple of weeks - so consider these your last chances to join the fun this year...
Music Performances:
- August 24 — Nearly Dan
- August 31 — Backstreet Jellyroll
Movie Screening:
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BAINBRIDGE BUSINESS ACADEMY |
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PODCAST: TIPS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR RESTAURANT TODAY |
The labor shortage and inflation are wreaking havoc in the hospitality industry and restaurants are on the front lines.
The good news, you don’t have to sacrifice your vision or cut corners – try optimization for a more streamlined approach to operating your restaurant.
Get back to basics by planning and maximizing your:
Learn more in this hour-long Washington Hospitality Industry podcast with financial consultant Rick Braa.
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WORKING WASHINGTON 5 - NEW GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES |
Working Washington Grants
$70 million in pandemic relief grants is up for grabs for eligible small business and nonprofits in the arts, heritage, entertainment venues, hospitality, fitness and personal services.
Convention Center Grants Program
Businesses and nonprofits who are dependent on conventions can also apply for an additional $5 million through pandemic relief grants.
Applications for these programs are due Sept. 9
Small Business Innovation Fund Grants
State officials will distribute grants of up to $5 million to help nonprofits with a history of helping small businesses – including chambers of commerce.
Eligible uses for the award can include funding small business incubators, local procurement, hiring and retention programs and more.
Applications are due Sept. 2
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JOB & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES |
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BON BON SEEKS ASSISTANT MANAGER
Call 206.780.0199 for information
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STREAMLINER DINER HIRING FOR FRONT OF HOUSE |
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PEACOCK FAMILY SERVICES SEEKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
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BAILEY MANOR ADULT FAMILY HOMES LOOKING FOR CAREGIVER |
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JOIN THE reHOME VOLUNTEER TEAM AT MORALES FARM
Skilled and unskilled volunteers, 18 years or older, are needed to work alongside Clark Construction to build three new structures using repurposed and recycled
materials.
This collaborative community project will help ease our farmer housing
crisis while utilizing new and innovative ideas in green building design and serve as
a model for future affordable housing projects.
reHOME, is a partnership with Clark Construction, Coates Design, Friends of the Farms and Housing Resources Bainbridge.
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BY THE NUMBERS: COVID RATES |
Current Cases per 100,000
- Bainbridge Island: 44 (down from 56)
- Kitsap County: 101 (up from 100)
Bainbridge Cumulative Total Cases
- 2,647 (11 new since last week)
As of Aug. 18, 2022
Kitsap County External Resources:
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FREE CHAMBER MEMBER RESOURCES |
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VIA ROSA CONFERENCE ROOM:
Seating for 10 people, a 50” video screen + giant whiteboard wall – Avail. for 60 or 120-min sessions
PSE POP-UP SPACE:
6' x 6' space with display stand, power, internet + 43" monitor -
Avail. for 1-week-or-2-week slots.
BROCHURE RACKS:
Newly-expanded capacity for 4x9" promo cards in our indoor and outdoor racks at both Ferry Info Kiosk + Winslow Way Info Desk.
BAINBRIDGE FILMWORKS:
Make your home or business available to film/tv productions via a new WA Filmworks partnership
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