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LINCOLN PARK MASTER PLAN DEVELOPMENT PARKS, RECREATION & BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION TO HEAR LINCOLN PARK MASTER PLAN REPORT Port Angeles residents are invited to attend the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission special meeting on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. Purpose of the meeting is to receive an updated consultant report and presentation regarding the progress of the Lincoln Park Master Plan, as well as receive public comment.
This is the second of a series of public meetings the City of Port Angeles, Port of Port Angeles, and consultant, HBB Landscape Architecture, will conduct in developing a master plan for Lincoln Park.
“The last public meeting was very well attended. Valuable information and opinions were traded by those in attendance”, Richard Bonine, City of Port Angeles Recreation Services Manager. “This upcoming meeting is yet another avenue for the public to voice their opinions and hear what their neighbors have to say.”
Master Plan Timeline / Schedule Master Plan / Questions & Answers Q&A Sheet
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RADIO INTERVIEW ON KONP
Richard Bonine, City of Port Angeles Recreation Services Manager will be a guest on the Todd Ortloff Show on KONP NewsRadio on February 8, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. Tune in to 1450AM Radio or www.konp.com to listen to the discussion regarding the Lincoln Park Master Plan and other Recreation topics.
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PUBLIC MEETING / NOVEMBER 30, 2011
Port Angeles residents were invited to give ideas and suggestions for possible redevelopment of Lincoln Park on November 30, 2011, in the Vern Burton Memorial Community Center at 308 East 4th Street in Port Angeles.
This was the first of a series of public meetings the City of Port Angeles, Port of Port Angeles, and consultant, HBB Landscape Architecture, will conduct in developing a master plan for Lincoln Park.
“It is vital for the public to become involved in the planning phase”, said Richard Bonine, City of Port Angeles Recreation Services Manager. “Citizen input gathered at these meetings will help shape the master plan, which will be a valuable tool in determining possible future uses of Lincoln Park.”
Please check back for updates and schedules.
For more information, contact Richard Bonine at the City of Port Angeles, rbonine@cityofpa.us or (360) 417-4551.
NOTICE ANYTHING DIFFERENT? "Home Improvement - Website Style" We've done some "home improvement" type changes to the City's website. All the pages are still there - but on each one, you'll find some fresh, new "paint" resulting in a softer, more streamlined look. Dropdown menus, located in the blue buttons near the top of each page, have been expanded to get you quickly to what you are looking for. Graphics and photos are larger and brighter.
So -
Just like all those home improvement shows do....below is a before and after of the home page.
Before
After
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The City's website is always a work-in-progress, so be looking for more improvements - new photos, new information and other details.
For assistance contact webmaster@cityofpa.us
SURVEY - Garbage & Recycling Services The City is looking for ways to reduce residential garbage and recycling operating costs. A survey with ten quick and easy questions asks residents about current use of City recycling and garbage services, interests in every-other -week or once-a-month service, and willingness to pay for recycling.
Surveys will arrive in the mail with City of Port Angeles utility bills from January 6, 2012, through February 3, 2012. Residents can complete either the paper survey or participate online by clicking the checkmark icon or here: CLICK HERE FOR CITY SURVEY
Additional copies of the survey are available at City Hall. For more information, email recycling@cityofpa.us or call Helen Freilich, Waste Reduction Specialist at 360-417-4874.
HURRICANE RIDGE in WINTER...and the Road is Open! Hurricane Ridge Road is open daily, weather permitting, beginning December 17, 2011. Call the Road & Weather Hotline at 360-565-3131 for current information or Visit Hurricane Ridge in Winterfor road conditions, updates and closures.
Hurricane Ridge is one of the Olympic National Park's most accessible mountain destinations, located just south of Port Angeles.
Hurricane Ridge is the place to be for outdoor winter recreation! Opportunities abound for snowshoeing, downhill and cross-country skiing, childrens' sledding and more!
All vehicles are required to carry chains when traveling the Hurricane Ridge Road in winter. All Points Charters & Tours offers shuttle service from downtown Port Angeles to Hurricane Ridge with twice-daily service Wednesday through Sunday through the end of March. Advance reservations are recommended. Visit Hurricane Ridge in Winter for more information.
CHOOSE LOCAL CAMPAIGN - What Goes Around. . . . August 31, 2011 -
When you purchase from locally owned businesses, more money re-circulates in the Port Angeles community. Local businesses often purchase from other local businesses, service providers, and farms. On average, for every $100 spent at a locally owned business, up to $70 stays in the local economy, creating jobs and expanding the city's tax base.
Choose Local PA is a local initiative created by the Port Angeles Forward Committee at the behest of the Port Angeles City Council. Its aim is to educate residents as to why their support of the local business community is a direct benefit to the community as a whole and to the individuals who live here.
There are thousands of Buy Local campaigns nationally, many of which were studied by Port Angeles Forward. This grassroots effort was renamed Choose Local in recognition that customers have choices and that needs to be respected. The aim is to make a clear and vocal case for the benefits of supporting local enterprise, whether it's retail, manufacturing or services. The hope is that the program will develop over time and prove effective in helping to bring greater prosperity to our region.
SHANE PARK PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
FUNDRAISING for SHANE PARK PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
The size of the new playground will be approximately 111 feet x 57 feet and feature several slides, climbing areas, swings, and safety surface area. The total cost for the new playground is $130,000. While the City has set aside $60,000 in the 2011 budget for this project, the remainder still needs to be raised before equipment is purchased.
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The City and the Shane Park Committee are working in partnership for possible grants and to coordinate fundraising efforts.
HOW TO DONATE
Donations can also be mailed to:
Shane Park Playground
PO Box 1064 /
Port Angeles, WA 98362
Please make checks out to the Kiwanis Club
For more information, contact Corey Delikat at 360-417-4566 or cdelikat@cityofpa.us
The City will operate and maintain these social media sources as a public service to provide information about City programs, services, projects, events, and activities. Information posted is secondary content and features links back to the City's website for more information.
Establishing a presence on Facebook furthers the City's goal to reach a wider audience, engage the public, deliver messages, and connect with citizens.
As directed by City Council, staff will be monitoring activity, time, and costs necessary for a six month trial period. The City's social media policy and direct links to these Facebook pages are available at: www.cityofpa.us/citymanager.htm#smP
So “Find Us” on Facebook and we hope you will “Like” us soon!
VISIT WITH CITY COUNCIL AT THE FARMERS' MARKET in THE GATEWAY
As part of their continuing outreach to the community, the Port Angeles City Council will have a table at the Farmers' Market in The Gateway on the first Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until noon. The Gateway is located at the intersection of Front & Lincoln Streets.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
February 4 - Councilmembers Nelson and Bruch
March 3 - Councilmembers Di Guilio and Bruch
April 7 - Mayor Kidd and Councilmember Mania
May 5 - Deputy Mayor Collins and Councilmembers Di Guilio and Downie
June 2 - Mayor Kidd
and Councilmember Di Guilio
~ Councilmembers attending is subject to change ~
If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Pierce, Executive Communications Coordinator, via email at tpierce@cityofpa.us or by phone at 360-417-4630.
CITY MANAGER'S COFFEE Come and meet Kent Myers - City Manager for the City of Port Angeles. Please stop by and offer comments, or ask questions, in an informal and relaxed setting and enjoy a cup of coffee too!
Check back for the date of the next event!
Previous Events: December 2, 2011 - Cafe Garden / August 12, 2011 - The Bella Rosa Coffee House / April 8, 2011 - Renaissance
January 7, 2011 - Joshua's Restaurant /
November 12, 2010 - Cornerhouse Restaurant
August 13, 2010 - Olympic Bagel Company / June 11, 2010 - The Cracked Bean
April 23, 2010 - The Airport Cafe / February 5, 2010 - Cafe Garden / December 10, 2009 at Olympic Bagel
October 30, 2009 - Rick's Place /
August 14, 2009 -
The Blackbird Coffee House / July 17, 2009 at Bella Rosa Coffee House.
For more information contact Teresa Pierce, Executive Communications Coordinator at 360-417-4630 or tpierce@cityofpa.us
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PUBLIC NOTICES
PUBLIC NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING On December 29, 2011, the City of Port Angeles received a shoreline substantial development permit application for the following work within the shoreline area: The application was determined to be complete on December 29, 2011. The site is legally described as being in Township 30 North, Range 6 W.W.M, Port Angeles, Washington, and is generally described as being located along the Port Angeles waterfront between Valley Street extended and Lincoln Street.
The project consists of redevelopment of public amenities along the subject corridor including a new concrete pedestrian walkway esplanade, resurface automobile and pedestrian areas, expansion and redevelopment of the Hollywood Beach area, a new west end park near the Valley Creek estuary, and a pedestrian bridge from Municipal Pier to the west side of Peabody Creek.
Written comments on the proposed development must be submitted in writing to the Port Angeles Department of Community & Economic Development, P.O. Box 2876, Port Angeles, Washington, 98362, no later than January 31, 2012.
The PORT ANGELES PLANNING COMMISSION will conduct a public hearing on the proposal on FEBRUARY 22, 2012, 6 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 321 East Fifth Street. The application materials may be reviewed at the City's Department of Community & Economic Development. Interested parties are invited to attend the meeting, make comment on the application, and may request a copy of the decision once it is made. City Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities.
STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT: It is anticipated that a Mitigated Determination of Non Signficance (MDNS) will be issued for the project per WAC 197-11-340(2) following the public comment and review period that will end on January 31, 2012.
APPLICANT: CITY OF PORT ANGELES LOCATION: Along the Port Angeles shoreline north of Railroad Avenue between Hollywood Beach and the Valley Creek Estuary , Port Angeles, Washington
For additional information please call Brad Shea at (360) 565-1333.
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Port Angeles residents are invited to attend the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission special meeting on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. Purpose of the meeting is to receive an updated consultant report and presentation regarding the progress of the Lincoln Park Master Plan, as well as receive public comment. 
