Academy of Dance proudly presents its 21st production of “The Nutcracker.” The ballet will be held on Saturday, December 16th at 5:00 pm and Sunday, December 17th at 1:00 pm at Central Kitsap Performing Arts Theater. Click here for tickets.
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The Bremerton Yacht Club will be hosting its annual Lighted Boat Parade on Dec 15 - Dec 16 at 6:10 PM. Enjoy the beautiful sight of boats decorated with colorful lights and holiday decorations! Visit the BYC website for more details.
Click here to submit a request for a Santa greeting. All requests must be received a day before the event.
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It was so much fun to spend time at the Bremerton Yacht Club as they prepare for their annual Lighted Boat Parade. I was able to get a behind the scenes look into how they prepare for the event, which you will be able to see when my next Commissioner's Corner airs in a few weeks. In the meantime, you can get a sneak peek here!
Silverdale is getting into the Santa swing.
Hoping many of you were able to see Santa as he visited various neighborhoods throughout Silverdale the first two weeks of December. Thank you to Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue for safely transporting Santa in style and getting him back to the North Pole in time!
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On Dec 16. join Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue at the Port of Silverdale to watch the lighted boat parade. Festivities begin at 7 pm and take place at the port of Old Town Silverdale Historical District boat launch. Enjoy caroling, cookies, arts and crafts, and hot chowder from your favorite local establishments. See details below:
Recycling tips to cut down on holiday waste
Kitsap County Recycling and Garbage asks residents to consider making a few changes to reduce waste and save room in your cart. Here are five tips to prevent and manage extra waste this holiday season.
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Treecycle - Take your fresh tree to a local tree recycling site when you're done enjoying it. Many sites are free, and some act as fundraisers for youth sports and activities. Search our list of recycling sites to find one near you.
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Discover the new Waste Wizard - Kitsap County's new Waste Wizard Tool can help you find the best way to dispose of unwanted items from your home. Simply type in the name of an item, and the wizard will tell you how to recycle or dispose of it.
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Fix and recycle string lights - If sections of your holiday lights aren't working, it's usually caused by a single bad bulb. You can fix it if you have spare bulbs and a multimeter tool on hand. If your lights are beyond repair, recycle them at a scrap metal drop-off site. Search the wizard to find a list. Some local hardware stores also collect lights during the holidays.
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Recycle right - Check out the Kitsap Recycle Right Guide. If you have recyclables that don’t fit in your bin, you can take them to a county waste facility for no charge. You can also ask your waste hauler if you can place extras next to your bin in a weatherproof container.
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Save the food - Most Kitsap residents are now able to subscribe to curbside compost services for food and yard waste. Enter your address into our compost map to see if you are eligible for this service.
Kitsap County garbage, recycling and hazardous waste facilities are closed at various times throughout the winter holidays. Click here to check schedules.
Prepare for inclement weather
As we approach the winter season, it's important to be prepared for potential inclement weather. This includes understanding our inclement weather processes and the implications for those who telecommute. Here are some key reminders to ensure a smooth and safe winter season.
The Kitsap Electronic Notification System (KENS) is the best way to receive timely inclement weather-related updates. Sign up for notifications on the Inclement Weather page. Inclement weather information is also published on our Facebook and Twitter channels.
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DCD is seeking your input
The Department of Community Development invites the community to participate in a 5-minute survey to assess the customer experience. Click here to participate and be entered into a drawing for a gift card. The survey remains open through the end of December.
Heading into the New Year with pride and optimism
On December 12, the Board of County Commissioners announced a $6 million American Rescue Plan Act funds commitment towards the first phase of new health science programs at Olympic College. Through this strategic investment, in collaboration with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and Olympic College, we are ensuring Kitsap will have a skilled and dedicated workforce ready to meet our current and future community needs. I was honored to be able to participate in the press conference to announce this contribution. Read our joint press release here.
Stay tuned for my year-end review in a few weeks. As always, I encourage you to send me your thoughts and ideas as I finalize my focus areas for 2024.
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Connect with the County
The Commissioners' Office public service counter is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For questions or appointments, please email kitsapcommissioners@kitsap.gov or call 360.337.7080.
For County services or questions, email help@kitsap1.com or call 360.337.5777.
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