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 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.
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 Meaningful Movies Port Townsend Presents “Nuclear Now!” – Mon, May 13thNuclear Now! takes viewers on a mind-opening journey with legendary director Oliver Stone as he reveals the true history of nuclear energy and its potential to solve climate change. The looming climate crisis remains unresolved, and the amount…
This Week Get to Know Your Local Investing Network – Mon, May 6th LION (Local Investing Opportunity Network) will hold a public meeting open to current and potential members, as well as businesses that might be interested in funding. The meeting will include presentations from three groups that have received…
This Week Home Composting Class – Tues, Apr 30th Join an engaging, online, interactive 90-minute workshop with instruction on how to create and maintain a healthy compost system with food and yard waste. Create compost to amend your soil, retain moisture, provide essential nutrients for your plants, and more! Workshop…
Happy Earth Day from Local 20/20! This Week Polystyrene & Low-Density Polyethylene (“Styrofoam”) Recycling – Tues, Apr 23rdPort Townsend StyroCyclers, a Local 20/20 Beyond Waste Project, collects white styrofoam (expanded polystyrene, or EPS), all colors of polyethylene (LDPE-4), white EPS food trays, and separated biodegradable (squishy) packing peanuts, but not crispy (EPS) peanuts,…
This Week Local 20/20 Council Meeting – Wed, Apr 17th The monthly Local 20/20 Steering Council meeting is open to all and welcomes those interested in involvement in Local 20/20 leadership. Newcomers are always welcome, we will be meeting via zoom. If you’d like more information and/or a virtual orientation,…
This Week Interview with Transportation Lab on KPTZ’s “Attention Please” – Mon, Apr 8th NewDave Theilk and Scott Walker of Local 20/20’s Transportation Lab (TLab) will be guests on KPTZ Radio’s “Attention Please.” Building on the success of TLab’s conference in April 2023, the group has organized the second annual…
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
The 2024 Jefferson County Connectivity Fair will include over 80 nonprofits and service groups offering unique ways to volunteer in our vibrant community. This is a free event hosted by local community groups, such as Skillmation, Local 20/20, and many more. This inspiring day will begin in the Chimacum School…
Climate Solutions Film Series – Grassroots Movements for Earth Repair in Africa and India – Sun, Apr 7th
The third showing in the series features a number of short movies from Africa and India about restoration movements that involve millions of people and have successful outcomes. The films show how we can regreen the land, restore the hydrological cycle and feed the people. African short films are: Tony…
Second Annual Moving in the Right Direction Conference
FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024 • 9 AM TO 4 PM AMERICAN LEGION • PORT TOWNSEND, WA Participants will: ➤ INTERACT with community members, elected officials, and staff to define the role of transportation in our comprehensive plans.➤ EXPLORE transportation best practices for a vibrant and healthy community.➤ DEVELOP vision statements to…
In the March Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader, Tracy Grisman shares information about all of the R’s – Repair, restore, reuse, reduce, recycle, rethink, repurpose. The resources mentioned in the article can be found at the bottom. By Tracy Grisman I’ve been trying to stay positive…
Mission Statement:
Working together to foster a regenerative, sustainable, resilient and compassionate community in Jefferson County through both action and education.