Working toward a regenerative and resilient community in Jefferson County

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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.

Find out how to get involved!

Action Groups

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Beyond Waste

Beyond Waste

The Beyond Waste Action Group supports and educates local businesses, organizations and individuals in reducing their contribution to the waste stream.

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Climate Action

Climate Action

The Climate Action group's focus is to reduce the community’s greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for climate change.

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Economic Localization

Economic Localization

The Economic Localization Action Group was formed with the understanding that the more locally our economy is based, the more vibrant our community becomes.

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Emergency Preparedness

Emergency Preparedness

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.

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Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

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.

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Local Food

Local Food

The Local Food action group is focused on promoting all aspects of local food resiliency.

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Transportation Lab

Transportation Lab

The Transportation Lab is an Action Group working to promote a transportation system that minimizes need for personal motor vehicles.

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Other Action Groups

Other Action Groups

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!

Weekly Announcements

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BOOMSHAKALAKA! Celebrating Community Resilience at the 12th Annual All County Picnic

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…

Local Residents Engage In Emergency Preparation

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…

Wood Stove Rebates and Wood Smoke

  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…

New Energy and Resiliency Funding Opportunities for Jefferson County Businesses

  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…

Moving in the Right Direction PT Leader Column

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…

WA Ecology Declares Drought Emergency including Jefferson County

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

Mission Statement:
Working together to foster a regenerative, sustainable, resilient and compassionate community in Jefferson County through both action and education.