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Home My WebLink About06(360) 379-5047 (email: citycouncil@cityofpt.us) www.cityofpt.us June 2011 City of Port Townsend Non-Motorized Transportation Plan Supplement (NMTPS) Walk! Bike! Run! On May 16, Council approved the first reading of Or- dinance 3056 adopting a Supplement to the Non- Motorized Transportation Plan to provide an update and guidance on non-motorized transportation issues that face the City. The ordinance will come back to Council on June 6, when a public hearing on the or- dinance is scheduled. The Supplement updates the 1998 Non-Motorized Transportation Plan by indicat- ing the projects that have been completed and add- ing new projects, ideas, and concepts that have emerged since the 1998 Plan adoption. The Supple- ment is in keeping with the established policies of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and other approved plans. The Non-Motorized Transportation Plan Supplement (NMTPS) illustrates that, since 1998, nearly 6 miles of bike lanes have been installed, just over 14 miles of sidewalk have been installed, and just over 5 miles of trails have been built. It adds approximately 30 potential projects to the plan, mostly short trails in unopened public rights of way. Finally, the Supple- ment adds 11 new tools to the Non-Motorized “toolbox” for use as appropriate in Port Townsend’s non-motorized facility network. The proposed Non-Motorized Transportation Plan Supplement is available for inspection in the City Clerk’s office on the second floor of City Hall or un- der “What’s New” on the right side of the City’s homepage at www.cityofpt.us. From Mayor Michelle Sandoval Over the years that I have been on the Port Townsend City Council, and particularly since I have been Mayor, numerous commu- nity members have approached me with their concerns regarding the Port Townsend School Dis- trict. I share their concerns and believe that our schools are an integral part of our city and must pro- vide a solid foundation for our community’s future. Many people are surprised when I tell them that the City Council does not oversee the school district deci- sions or budget. City funds, whether for infrastruc- ture, capital improvements or any community ser- vices, are not available for the school district’s use. I am hoping by providing a space here in the Mayor’s column for School District Superintendent, Gene Laes, that citizens know where to address their con- cerns in the most effective manner. It is my hope that the City and School District will be able to work to- gether more closely to provide more public outreach. Superintendent Gene Laes 379-4502 Port Townsend School Board Members: Message from School Superintendent Gene Laes The state’s budget deficit has created sig- nificant funding challenges for all school districts in Washington. In the Port Townsend School District we built a budget for the 2010-11 school year based on projected funding, only to have the state cut our funding mid-year. We will experience further re- ductions in state funding next year, which will require us to reduce or cut some programs and activities. Although the way we provide education might look a bit different next year, I want to assure you that our primary goal remains the same, to strengthen existing and new educational opportunities for our children. We are working hard to stabilize our budget and are seeking new funding sources in order to restore some of the items we have had to cut. I believe that the Port Townsend schools will survive this financial cri- sis and emerge a better and stronger school district. Anne Burkart aburkart@ptsd50.org 379-8900 Holley Carlson hcarlson@ptsd50.org 379-5442 Bobby DuBois bdubois@ptsd50.org 301-1323 Jennifer James-Wilson jjwilson@ptsd50.org 385-7373 Beth Young byoung@ptsd50.org 385-7524 On May 14, 2011, the dedication of the Salish Sea Circle and the re-opening of Pope Marine Park gave new life to the Civic District. Found property held by PT Police 385-2322 DATE LOCATION DESCRIPTION 01/26/11 Willow Street Bike 03/17/11 Lawrence Street Thumb drives, head- phones, iPod, LED light 03/20/11 Water Street Digital Camera 03/28/11 Kearney Street Bike 04/27/11 9th and Sheridan Tool chest containing screws and nails 04/28/11 Blaine Street Bike Friends of the Port Townsend Library Used Book Sale Saturday, June 11, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. (8 a.m. for Members of the Friends) Held at the Community Center in Uptown PT. Rain Gardens Stormwater runoff is a leading source of toxins in Puget Sound. The main sources of these toxic chemicals are the everyday activities of people using pesticides, fertilizing lawns and gardens, and operating vehicles on our roadways. The City has a series of newly installed rain gardens which are designed to filter the contaminants of stormwater run- off. Rain gardens are a very important element in low impact development. They are not only aesthetically pleasing, but functional. Interpretive signs, funded by the Jefferson County Master Gardener Foundation, have been installed in four rain gardens on Upper Sims Way and down- town. They provide an excellent opportunity to see how rain gardens function in different environments and with different varieties of plants. The WSU Beach Watchers are offering informative tours of the Rain Gardens. Please call 379-5610 x230 for more information. SUMMER SWIMMING ACTIVITIES Register now for summer swimming lessons. Morning, evening, and weekend classes are available. PLUS Lifeguarding, Pirate Expeditions, Synchronized Swimming, Wilderness Survival Swimming, Guard Start, and Water Sports. Week long clas- ses will be hosted throughout the summer. Call 385-7665 for more information and for a current schedule visit www.cityofpt.us/publicworks/pool.asp Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) in Public Buildings The City of Port Townsend is pleased to announce the installation of six Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) at City Hall, Library, Police Department, Pool, Maintenance Shops, and Wastewater Treatment Facility. The purchase of the AEDs was suggested by the City's Safety Committee as part of the Commit- tee's mission to establish programs that enhance workplace safety. The AEDs not only serve as a safety enhancement for employees, but provide a potential life saving device for the many visitors to our public buildings. In addition to the AEDs, many city employees are CPR/First Aid trained and certified. Jefferson Healthcare is supporting the AED pro- gram by providing the required medical direction and oversight. Working Together for a Healthier Community Does your food budget need a boost? Good News - WIC has openings for:  Pregnant or breastfeeding women  Children under 5 years old Did you know that working families and those on unemployment can get WIC? Income guideline include many working families:  Family of 2 earning up to $2,268 per month  Family of 4 earning up to $3,446 per month See more about how to apply: www.doh.wa.gov/cfh/WIC/apply.htm Each eligible person can receive $50 worth of healthy foods per month. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, ce- real, peanut butter, milk, cheese, and more. It’s easy and no hassle. Call Jefferson County Public Health today at 385-9400. The Taste of Port Townsend Thursday, June 16, 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. One ticket—14 dining spots Tickets at Safeway, Food Coop and Quimper Sound For more information call Main Street 385-7911. Vote for the Hastings Building! Port Townsend Main Street Program encourages everyone to vote starting June 1 in the 2011 “This Place Mat- ters” National Challenge of the Nation- al Trust for Historic Preservation! Go to Preservationnation.org, click on the Community Chal- lenge site and vote for the Hastings Building.