There was a higher than average predicted tide on November 4th (8.77′ predicted) along with a strong SE wind (30 kts gusting to 43 kts), which gave us another chance to visualize the higher sea levels that will become more often in the future due to global sea level rise, and a few of Local 20/20’s Climate Action Group volunteers … Read the rest
The October 20 Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader by Angela Gyurko highlighted the key dates coming up for health care enrollment.
Have You Reviewed Your Health Insurance Plan?
By Angela Gyurko
Autumn isn’t just about changing weather, it’s also your chance to change your healthcare plan, as most insurance plans have an open enrollment period underway. Jefferson … Read the rest
There was a higher than average predicted tide on October 18th (8.95′ predicted) along with a somewhat strong ESE wind (25 kts gusting to 40 kts), which gave us another chance to visualize the higher sea levels that will become more often in the future due to global sea level rise, and a few of Local 20/20’s Climate Action Group … Read the rest
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 our team at the Production Alliance feels privileged to organize … Read the rest
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 where organizations from all over the county come together to … Read the rest
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 emotional appeal and it is inexpensive. However, there are a … Read the rest
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 Jefferson County Businesses
By Cindy Jayne
Have you been wanting … Read the rest
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 Townsend is about to launch a significant Comprehensive Plan … Read the rest
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.
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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 auditorium with a Chemakum Tribal welcome by Rosalee Walz, … Read the rest