Bill Bloomquist Rotary Park Dedication
Saturday, June 30 at 1:00 pm
Madrona Drive, Port Orchard

(Port Orchard) - On Saturday, June 30, Kitsap County and Port Orchard Rotary will honor Bill Bloomquist with the dedication of the Bill Bloomquist Rotary Park. The recently renovated fields will serve as the home of South Kitsap Girls Softball Association.

Bill Bloomquist, a long time Port Orchard Rotary member, is being recognized for his commitment to the community. Local Rotarians searched diligently to find a fitting project that recognizes his leadership and involvement – and his love for baseball.

Son Willie Bloomquist became a great local ballplayer and part of the South Kitsap local color. When he made it to the major leagues he captured the hearts of Mariners fans, and now plays for the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Port Orchard Rotary, working with the County’s Parks Department, has generously donated for the renovation of the two ballfields, repair and replacement of fencing and gates. The Rotary also funded improvements to the parking lot. Long range plans may include a batting cage, team benches, bleachers, storage facility, and expanded parking.

Kitsap County Commissioner Charlotte Garrido, Port Orchard Rotary President Cathy Ecker and Bloomquist family members will be on hand for the ribbon cutting. South Kitsap Softball Association teams are scheduled to play on the fields immediately following the ceremony.

Directions to event:
Take highway 16 to the Tremont exit. Head east on Tremont, which becomes Lund, for about three and one half miles to the corner of Lund and Madrona. The park entrance is located on Madrona