Working toward a regenerative and resilient community in Jefferson County
Welcome to Local 20/20!
Local 20/20 is an all-volunteer, grassroots organization located in East Jefferson County, WA. Local 20/20 is dedicated to promoting self-reliance, sustainability, and resiliency at a community level, moving toward a lighter environmental footprint and a greater capacity to adapt to the challenges of climate change and economic instability. Most of what happens in Local 20/20 happens in Action Groups, each focused on a different (though interrelated) aspect of sustainability.
The Beyond Waste Action Group supports and educates local businesses, organizations and individuals in reducing their contribution to the waste stream.
The Climate Action group's focus is to reduce the community’s greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for climate change.
The Economic Localization Action Group was formed with the understanding that the more locally our economy is based, the more vibrant our community becomes.
A community’s level of self-reliance and resilience is never more apparent—and critical–than when disaster strikes. The Neighborhood Preparedness (NPREP) Action Group focuses on the particular needs that arise from a sudden plunge into radically different circumstances.
The Health and Wellness group exists to facilitate the dissemination of information about the many ways residents of Jefferson County can access services that will help in their quest for health and wellness.
The Local Food action group is focused on promoting all aspects of local food resiliency.
The Transportation Lab is an Action Group working to promote a transportation system that minimizes need for personal motor vehicles.
Action Groups in Local 20/20 arise and subside as the energy for projects ebbs and flows. Groups that have been active in the past may rise from the ashes anytime ... or NEW Action Groups may form at any time!
This Week A.I.R.E. Artwork Reveal – Wed, Oct 16th *New* You are invited to attend a REVEAL of the exquisite artwork created by star artist Margie McDonald, the second Artist in Residence at the Transfer Station. Come learn about the program, see and hear about Margie’s process and experience, and…
This Week Food for Thought Lecture Series: Overwinter Growing – Tue, Oct 8th *New*In this lecture, Jude Rubin of Shooting Star Farm will present results from her Jefferson County Master Gardeners Foundation grant. She explored a number of vegetable varieties and grew them with varying degrees of cover through the…
This Week Local 20/20 Beyond Waste Group Meeting – Wed, Oct 2nd *New* The Beyond Waste Action 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…
This Week Jefferson Transit Authority Virtual Open House – Mon, Sep 23rdFeatured projects: Climate Action Plan, Comprehensive Operational Analysis. Help shape JTA’s plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, advance clean and efficient transit solutions, and build community resilience to climate impacts. Share your input on JTA’s operations and services to…
This Week *** Local 20/20 All Member Picnic – Wed, Sep 18th *** Local 20/20 will be holding an all-member collective picnic at Chetzemoka Park on September 18 from 5 PM – 7 PM. If you’re a current member of an Action Group, a past member of an Action Group,…
This Week Leopold Land Ethic Discussion – Tues, Sep 10th *New*In 1924, conservationist Aldo Leopold led the effort to create the first designated wilderness area in the world. Join the WA State Parks Commanding Officers Quarters Museum for an interactive reading from Aldo Leopold’s seminal work, A Sand County Almanac…
The September 11 Local 20/20 Port Townsend Leader column by Danny Milholland shared a summary of August’s All County Picnic, as well as why Danny is passionate about celebrating! BOOMSHAKALAKA! Celebrating Community Resilience at the 12th Annual All County Picnic By Danny Milholland It’s true, I love to celebrate and…
The July 31 Local 20/20 Port Townsend Leader column noted the critical role that neighborhoods play in preparing for emergencies, and how you can see if your neighborhood is organized yet, or how you can help make it happen. It also notes the upcoming All County Picnic on August 18th…
The June 26th Local 20/20 Port Townsend Leader column discussed the pros and cons of burning wood, and highlights some new rebates for replacing or upgrading wood stoves. By Cyndy Bratz Using wood for heat is something humans have done for more than 50,000 years. A crackling fire has…
The June Local 20/20 Port Townsend Leader column highlighted two current opportunities for local businesses to obtain funding and/or low interest loans for renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements, as well as increasing climate resiliency of buildings. See the full article below. New Energy and Resiliency Funding Opportunities for…
In the April Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader, Dave Thielk shares details of the second annual Moving in the Right Direction Conference. (The conference happened on 4/19/24, this article was published ahead of the conference.) Moving in the Right Direction By David Thielk The City of Port…
Washington Department of Ecology declared a drought emergency for most of Washington on 4/19/24, including for Jefferson County. Local 20/20 has created a new Water Resources page that has a variety of information about water resources in Jefferson County, and what you can do. Last updated:Friday, April 26, 2024
