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KONP RADIO INTERVIEW on AUGUST 26, 2010
SHORELINE & HARBOR VISIONING The City of Port Angeles has begun the process of updating both its Shoreline Master Program and Harbor Resource Management Plan. These two documents will guide and direct the future of the harbor and shoreline in Port Angeles for the next several years.
Public input is very important to create plans that will serve varied interests along the shoreline and in the harbor. A survey has been developed that will provide a way for citizens to inform the City about their preferences for the harbor and shoreline area.
Community & Economic Development Director Nathan West and Associate Planner Scott Johns will be the featured guests on the Todd Ortloff Show on KONP Newsradio 1450 on Thursday, August 26 at 1:00 p.m. West and Johns will explain the updating process and how the public can participate.
The Shoreline Master Program and Harbor Resource Management Plan will be updated concurrently with each other, sharing planning resources, public meetings, and scientific and economic information gathering efforts.
Tune in and listen on AM 1450, 102.1 FM, or www.konp.com
RECREATION'S DADDY-DAUGHTER DANCE on September 18, 2010 Calling all dads, uncles, and grandpas - take your special young lady out for an evening of delight with music, refreshments and fun on Saturday, September 18, 2010 in the Vern Burton Community Center. Event is from 6pm to 8pm. Cost is $15 per couple and $5 for each additional child.
Dress in your best or come as you are - the only requirement is to have fun! Photography provided by Sweetest Things Photography. Music and DF by DJ Joe Frank. Tickets available in the Recreation Office at the Vern Burton. For more information call Amber Mozingo at 360-417-4523 or amozingo@cityofpa.us
RESULTS of COMMUNITY SURVEY on BUDGET PRIORITIES August 28, 2010 - In developing the 2011 City Budget, the City Council and City staff recognized that certain difficult financial decisions would need to be made in order to create a balanced budget without requiring any tax increases. It was decided that public input was critical to guide the City in this challenging process, in order to better understand community priorities. Several methods were initiated to solicit this public input; these included conducting a town meeting on the budget and City Council members attending the Farmers' Market on several Saturdays to solicit feedback on the budget.......
A total of over 1400 survey forms were completed, which represents about 15% of the total households in Port Angeles. This included 998 responses from the utility bill insert, 382 responses on-line, and 82 responses to the printed survey forms. This is an excellent response rate and confirms the high level of interest that local citizens have in their city government. With this high level of response, the priorities that have been identified will be very useful to the City Council and City staff in the development of the 2011 Budget.......
City Council will be discussing the results of the survey at their special meeting on Tuesday, August 31 at 6:00 p.m.
To view the agenda of the meeting..........
BURGLARIES OF OCCUPIED RESIDENCES / KEEP DOORS AND WINDOWS LOCKED The Port Angeles Police Department responded two three residential burglary calls on the morning of August 4, 2010, and to a report of a subject engaged in criminal trespass in a carport attached to a residence. Three of these residences were occupied and unlocked. These four incidents occurred in the area between Columbia Street and East 9 th Street , and between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m.
Since the beginning of June, the Police Department has responded to and investigated over 52 residential burglaries. This is in addition to an increased number of car prowls or auto burglaries. Some of these cases have been solved and tied to specific suspects and some remain open. Criminal offenders target objects that are readily accessible and can be easily carried away such as purses, wallets, backpacks, and laptop computers. Suspects are consistently coming through unlocked windows and doors. Officers are finding more residences with doors and windows open and unlocked due to the warmer summer weather. Almost all the vehicle burglaries (car prowls) involved unlocked vehicles.
Unlocked residences and vehicles containing items of value that can be easily picked up and removed increase the potential reward for criminal offenders.
The Port Angeles Police Department is asking local residents to always lock their houses and vehicles, and call 911 immediately if they see anyone who appears to be engaged in criminal trespass or burglary. The operational goal of the Police Department in this area continues to be to catch and arrest the offenders, and also to take concrete steps to make Port Angeles less crime friendly.
Port Angeles Police Department
Deputy Chief Brian S. Smith
Phone: 360-912-0184 bsmith@cityofpa.us
POLICE PARTNER WITH McDONALDS IN SAFE RIDER PROGRAM Posted on May 18, 2010 - The Port Angeles Police Department (PAPD) in partnership with the Port Angeles McDonald's, will participate in the Safe Rider Program, designed to reward children who wear helmets while bicycling with a special treat from McDonald's.
Through the program, PAPD officers will distribute “Safe Rider Citation” cards to children they see wearing helmets while bicycling. The cards not only commend the child for safe behavior, they also entitle the child to one free reduced-fat vanilla ice cream cone from McDonald's Restaurant at 1706 East Front Street in Port Angeles .
According to the Children's Safety Network, bicycle injuries and deaths affect children and young people more often than any other age group. In 2005, 44 percent of nonfatal bicycle injuries occurred in children and youth age five to 20. Young cyclists are more likely than adult cyclists to die of head injuries, most of which are caused by motor vehicle collisions. Among children and youth age 0 to 19 in 2000, head injuries accounted for 62.6 percent of bicycle fatalities.
Port Angeles Police Officer Clay Rife is the coordinator of the effort for the PAPD, “This program is a great opportunity for PAPD Officers to make positive contact with kids in our community, reward them with good behavior and emphasize the importance of wearing helmets whenever they ride.”
In 2009, more than 20 agencies participated in the program in an effort to keep kids safe. This is first year PAPD has participated. The program runs through December 31, 2010.
Port Angeles Police Department Detective Clay Rife Phone: 360-417-4934
Email: trife@cityofpa.us
Now Available!
NEW Spring-Summer 2010 Recreation Directory
The mission of the Recreation Division is to enhance the quality of life in the community by providing easily accessed, recreation and sports opportunities and cultural, social, and educational programs for everyone. Find the recreation program that suits your needs!
This brochure outlines many aspects of the recreational programs and facilities that can be found across Port Angeles including schedules, guidelines, lists and an abundance of other information. Please take advantage of the many recreational opportunities available that are made possible by the hard work of our City leaders, Parks & Recreation staff, and countless volunteers.
Everything from sports to swimming to special events are covered in this new recreation program directory....
City Employees Wear Red to Support Heart Disease Prevention February 5, 2010 - City Employees gathered together for a group photo in City Council Chambers to show their support for heart disease prevention in honor of International "Wear Red Day".
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The photos expresses the City's support of Olympic Medical Center's efforts to increase awareness about the risk of heart disease among women.
AIA UPDATE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS TEAM REVISIT PORT ANGELES January 8, 2010 - Two members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Sustainable Development Assessment Team (SDAT) visited Port Angeles as a follow up to their 2009 assessment.
Follow up visits are conducted when a community has demonstrated noticeable progress. "You hit the ground running the day after we left Port Angeles and we have been extremely impressed by your progress" said Erin Simmons, AIA National Staff member.
The team met with the Port Angeles Planning Commission and the Port Angeles Forward Committee. The team also met with City staff, civic leaders, and toured the city to view the projects that were instituted as a result of their assessment......
CATCH BASIN MAINTENANCE - How You Can Help Melting snow and heavy rainstorms can rapidly lead to sand, leaves, and debris covering catch basins and blocking the flow of stormwater, resulting in flooding on streets and/or nearby driveways.
Residents can help by removing debris off of catch basin grates at street corners in their neighborhood. Any assistance the citizens of Port Angeles can provide in keeping catch basins open and free of debris during storm events will be very much appreciated.
~ Thank you from the Public Works & Utilities Department ~
Recreation Activity Calendar Looking for something fun to do this month? Check out our Recreation Activity Calendar to find out what's going on at the Senior Center, the William Shore Memorial Pool, Esther Webster Fine Arts Center and general Recreation Department programs.
Recreation Activity Calendar
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For more information, contact Amber Mozingo at 360-417-4523 or amozingo@cityofpa.us.
Regional Chamber of Commerce The Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce website is your source for detailed information about area attractions, events, and lodging.
And - find information about the history, people and natural surroundings of Port Angeles.
Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce 121 E. Railroad
Port Angeles, WA 98362
360-452-2363
Website:www.portangeles.org
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Follow up visits are conducted when a community has demonstrated noticeable progress. "You hit the ground running the day after we left Port Angeles and we have been extremely impressed by your progress" said Erin Simmons, AIA National Staff member. 
Melting snow and heavy rainstorms can rapidly lead to sand, leaves, and debris covering catch basins and blocking the flow of stormwater, resulting in flooding on streets and/or nearby driveways. 
