Business improvement districts may be a new idea in Friday Harbor, but not across the state.
More than 1,100 exist in Washington, most notably in Leavenworth, where a business improvement district fostered an extensive remake of the town into a Bavarian alpine village. Poulsbo, Port Angeles and Seattle’s International District also have active improvement areas.
Studies show employment opportunities increase as broadband grows both in speed and reach.
Thanks to a 80-percent “business friendly” voting record, Morris, D-Mount Vernon, was recognized by the Association of Washington Business with its 2011 Cornerstone Award.
At least three-quarters of what Girlfriends has in stock is for “girlfriends,” but Dardanelli carries things for “boyfriends” as well—including some quality tuxedos from Gardeaux’s of Orcas Island. Wanna’ look good for the prom, guys?
The Friday Harbor Art Market returns this summer to the Brickworks Plaza. Local artists should apply by April 16 to secure exhibition and performance space.
U.S. Representative Rick Larsen will talk with local business leaders and meet with constituents on Orcas, Friday, beginning at 2 p.m., at the Outlook Inn.
Islanders Bank and Lake Kennedy & McCulloch have teamed up to offer a free financial planning seminar, March 22.
Currently a not-for-profit, the San Juan Island recycling enterprise is seeking “charitable” status as a 501 C-3, creating a membership-based recycling branch and establishing a board of directors.
The bulk of the facilities fund has traditionally been awarded to theaters, museums and parks, however, the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee expects that a percentage of the fund will be used to support innovative projects or new events in 2013.
Carrion is a former director of nursing for Life Care Center’s health care facility in Federal Way and brings a decade of experience as a nursing director to the company’s San Juan Island center.
Kevin Klein is the new President of the Board of Directors for the San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce. During his one year term, he hopes to advocate for the interests of business on all local issues, while taking into account what’s best for the island, its environment, and its resources long term.
Susan “Susie” Nichols is joining Islanders Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation as a full-time occupational therapist.
Occupational therapy helps people through the use of massage, exercise, activities, teaching, computers, ultrasound and lasers.
United Way of San Juan County awarded more than $78,000 to 16 nonprofits in the county. The grants range from $560 to $17,400 to support 24 programs on Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Islands. Grantees include programs for pre-school and elementary school children, senior assistance, hospice, prevention programs, family support, and others.
