 | | Kitsap County staff honored for contributions to end homelessness | 5/8/2024 | Three receive awards from the Kitsap Housing and Homelessness Coalition
Port Orchard, WA –The Kitsap Housing and Homelessness Coalition (KHHC) recently recognized individuals and organizations for their unwavering commitment, dedication, and innovative approaches in addressing homelessness in our community. Among the recipients of this year's awards were three County staff members directly engaged in initiatives to support Kitsap's unhoused population.  Elected Official Award – Charlotte Garrido The Elected Official Award recognizes the extraordinary commitment of an elected official to address homelessness within the community. This year's recipient was Kitsap County Commissioner Charlotte Garrido. Serving as District 2 Commissioner, Garrido has tirelessly advocated for the well-being and housing needs of Kitsap County residents. With a background in urban planning and community organization, Garrido has spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing workforce training programs and seeking solutions for housing individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
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 Community Impact Award – Doug Washburn The Community Impact Award acknowledges individuals, projects, or organizations that have made a significant difference in addressing homelessness. Doug Washburn, Director of Kitsap County Human Services, was recognized for his outstanding leadership and collaborative efforts in developing and maintaining essential services for Kitsap residents. With extensive experience in public sector budgeting, policy development, and strategic planning, Washburn has played a pivotal role in advancing initiatives to support vulnerable populations and promote community well-being.
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Exceptional Service by a Staff Member – Jarrod MoranThe Exceptional Service by a Staff Member Award celebrates the dedication and compassion of frontline workers who go above and beyond to support individuals experiencing homelessness. This year's recipient was Jarrod Moran, former coordinator of Kitsap County's Homeless Encampment Action Response and Transitions (HEART) team. The HEART Program, launched in April 2022, ensures a coordinated and compassionate response to unauthorized homeless encampments on Kitsap County property. |
The KHHC awards underscore the County's commitment to resolving homelessness and housing issues. In 2019, Kitsap County adopted a comprehensive Homeless Crisis & Housing Response plan to reduce homelessness through an efficient response system, that includes five goals: making homelessness rare through prevention strategies, ensuring it is brief via crisis response tactics, promoting one-time occurrences by ensuring long-term housing stability, enhancing the homeless response system's capacity and efficiency, and broadening community engagement. Most recently, Garrido, Washburn and the County's Human Services staff have been leading efforts to construct a new, first-of-its-kind, congregate co-shelter facility in the Mile Hill area of South Kitsap. The Pacific Building is slated to provide temporary housing for 75 people and their companion animals, along with wrap-around services, 24/7, 365 days a year. The facility is expected to open in November 2024. Each year, KHHC recognizes people who are making a difference in our community. The organization is committed to providing leadership to end homelessness through planning, coordination, advocacy, and education, with the goal of self-sufficiency for homeless individuals and families through affordable housing, prevention, and support services. ###
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Links used in this release: Charlotte Garrido: https://www.kitsap.gov/BOC_p/Pages/Dist2home.aspx Kitsap County Human Services: https://www.kitsap.gov/hs/Pages/Default%20Home%20Page%20HS.aspx The HEART Program: https://www.kitsap.gov/hs/Pages/HH-Homeless-Encampment-Response.aspx Homeless Crisis & Housing Response plan: https://www.kitsap.gov/hs/Pages/HH-Homeless-Crisis-Response-and-Housing-Plan.aspx
Pacific Building: https://www.kitsap.gov/hs/Pages/HH-SK-Housing.aspx KHHC: https://kitsaphhc.org/ County website: kitsap.gov
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| | | | Kitsap County Announces Preferred Alternative for Comprehensive Plan Update | 5/7/2024 |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 7, 2024
Kitsap County Announces Preferred Alternative for Comprehensive Plan UpdateFinal draft plans expected in August  Port Orchard, Wash. – The Kitsap County Board of Commissioners has selected a preferred alternative for the Comprehensive Plan Update. This decision is a crucial step in guiding the county’s strategic growth and development, aligned with the community's needs and state mandates. The Comprehensive Plan, required by Washington State's Growth Management Act, forms the foundation for the County’s development strategies. It addresses essential areas such as land use, housing, transportation, and environmental conservation. Once finalized, it will govern how Kitsap communities grow over the next 20 years. “Selecting Preferred Alternative 2 underscores our proactive and thoughtful approach to community development," said Katie Walters, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. "We are grateful for the community’s engagement and input, which has significantly shaped this outcome." Now that the alternate has been selected, staff will refine the plan in preparation for final review and adoption later this year. Revised drafts of the Environmental Impact Statement, Comprehensive Plan elements, Capital Facilities Plan, and Development Regulations are anticipated in August. Board adoption is expected in December. Residents are encouraged to stay engaged and provide feedback as the County moves towards finalizing the documents. Ongoing input will play a vital role in refining the plans and ensuring they meet both current and future needs. For more details on the selected alternative and to stay updated on the progress of the Comprehensive Plan Update, please visit the Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan Update website or email the Comprehensive Plan team. Connect with us: Stay informed about the latest news from Kitsap County. Visit our website, follow us on social media, or sign up for our updates. Links used in this document: Preferred Alternative 2: https://www.kitsap.gov/dcd/PEP%20Documents/Comp%20Plan%20BOCC%20Pref%20Alt%20Recs%20050624%20(003).pdf Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan website: http://kitsap.gov/dcd/pages/comprehensiveplanupdate_2024.aspx Email the Comprehensive Plan team: compplan@kitsap.gov
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| | | | Kitsap County Expresses Gratitude for Community Engagement in Comprehensive Plan Update | 4/9/2024 | Board of Commissioners Extend Public Comment Period
Port
Orchard, Wash. - Last night's public hearing on the Kitsap County
Comprehensive Plan update drew approximately 150 people through a combination
of in-person and online attendance. Residents provided valuable insights on
important topics like housing, the environment, parks and open space,
facilities, transportation, and more.
We're deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to last night's hearing," stated Deputy County Administrator Eric Baker. "Your input is invaluable as we shape policies for sustainable growth that reflect the needs and aspirations of our community." The 2024 Comprehensive Plan update will determine how the County manages growth and what its direction will be for the next 20 years across policies, zoning, and departmental regulations as well as planning-level environmental impacts and capital facilities reviews. People who missed last night's public hearing can watch a replay of the meeting online. To accommodate further input and public engagement, the Board of Commissioners has extended the written comment period. Residents can submit written testimony from now through Thursday, April 11 at 4:30 p.m. Comments can be emailed, sent via regular mail to 614 Division Street MS-36, Port Orchard, WA 98366, or submitted through the comment form on the Comprehensive Plan website.
For more information on how to participate and to access the current draft documents, visit the Comprehensive Plan website or email the Comprehensive Plan team.
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Links used in this article: Replay of the meeting online: https://bremerton.vod.castus.tv/vod/index.php/5/7/1/5/a/b/5715ab81-2cdc-4ce4-91a5-671d602a98ca+17126466201712638488404454.vod.720p.KCC_20240408.m2t.mp4 Comments can be emailed: compplan@kitsap.gov
Comprehensive Plan website: kcowa.us/compplan Email the Comprehensive Plan team: compplan@kitsap.gov County website: Kitsap.gov
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| | | | Kitsap County Treasurer's Office Announces Updated Payment Systems | 3/20/2024 | For Immediate Release March 20, 2024 Kitsap County Treasurer's Office Announces Updated Payment Systems New year. New design. Same great service! PORT ORCHARD, Wash. – The Kitsap County Treasurer's Office is proud to announce two major improvements designed to enhance the billing and payment experience for residents. Earlier this year, our office revamped property tax statements, introducing a modern design that provides a clear, detailed breakdown of how the current year's tax dollars are allocated. "The new statements are designed to be clear and easily consumable," said County Treasurer Peter Boissonneau. "We want every taxpayer to understand exactly where their money is going. We have also added QR codes to our payment stubs to make paying taxes electronically as easy as possible." In addition, the Treasurer's Office has switched payment vendors to InvoiceCloud, allowing constituents to register and make a profile, link tax accounts, sign up for paperless billing, set up AutoPay, and register for Pay by Text. Electronic check payments made via www.InvoiceCloud.com/KitsapCountyWA are ALWAYS FREE. The system also supports all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, and PayPal, offering numerous payment options to our taxpayers. Tax payments can also be made through regular mail at P.O. Box 169, Port Orchard, WA 98366, or in person at the Treasurer's Office on the third floor of the Kitsap County Administration Building, 619 Division St., Port Orchard, WA 98366. If you plan to mail your payment, we suggest bringing your envelope to the post office several days early to ensure your mail is postmarked before the due date. As a reminder, first half installments of property taxes are due on April 30th, with second half installments due on October 31st. For more information on these updates, please visit the Treasurer's website. Residents who need assistance or have questions about payments are encouraged to email the Treasurer's Office or call (360) 337-7135.
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Links in this release: Electronic payments: www.InvoiceCloud.com/KitsapCountyWA Kitsap County Treasurer's website: www.kitsap.gov/treasurer Email the Treasurer's Office: treasurer@kitsap.gov Sign up for our updates: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAKITSAP/subscriber/new
Contacts: Hope Beyl, Chief Deputy Treasurer, treasurer@kitsap.gov, (360) 337-7135
| | | | Medical examiner identifies victim of motor vehicle collision in Port Orchard | 3/11/2024 | March 11, 2024 For Immediate Release
The victim of the motor vehicle accident on Jackson Avenue in Port Orchard on March 5, 2024 has been identified as: John L. Houston, a 62-year-old male with a Lakebay WA, address. An autopsy was performed by Kitsap County’s Chief Medical Examiner, Doctor Lindsey Harle. Cause of death is multiple blunt force injuries. Manner of death is accident.
KITSAP COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER’S OFFICE Contact:
Lindsey Harle, Chief Medical Examiner 5010 NW Linden Lane, Bremerton, WA 98312 Phone: (360) 731-6843 www.kitsap.gov
| | | | Cooking oil collection tanks closed at county waste facilities | 2/20/2024 | | |
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Date: February 20, 2024
Household cooking oil recycling program suspended at Kitsap County waste facilitiesStarting immediately, Kitsap County’s household cooking oil collection tanks are closed due to new recycling regulations. We are no longer able to collect used cooking oil for recycling at the: - Olympic View Transfer Station,
- Silverdale Recycling and Garbage Facility,
- Hansville Recycling and Garbage Facility, or
- Olalla Recycling and Garbage Facility.
Currently, there are no known locations for recycling household cooking oil in Kitsap County. The privately-owned Bainbridge Island Transfer Station has also suspended its cooking oil recycle program, and the Kitsap County Household Hazardous Waste Facility does not collect cooking oil. How to handle household cooking oilAvoid cooking with large amounts of oil at home. Cook with small amounts, and then use paper towels, napkins, newspaper, flour, baking soda or kitty litter to absorb the oil before disposing in your garbage. You can also search online to find other methods for hardening cooking oil. Throw away small amounts of oil frequently; don't save it up into one large container. For larger quantities of cooking oil (e.g., from a deep-fat fryer), solidify it with a cooking oil solidifier or stearic acid before disposing it in your household garbage. These products are available for purchase online. Absorbing and solidifying oil is necessary to prevent dangerous oil leaks onto the roadway during trash collection. Liquid oils may be rejected for disposal. What to avoid - Do not pour cooking oil, fat or grease down the sink or drains, as it can clog pipes.
- It is illegal to dump oil, fat and grease into the environment, down storm drains or other outdoor drains, or into water bodies. This pollution is harmful to fish and wildlife, and it can lead to penalties and costly cleanups.
- Oils, fat and grease are not accepted in curbside compost bins.
Restaurants and food trucks must recycle or solidify cooking oilRestaurants, food trucks and other food establishments should subscribe to a FREE commercial cooking oil collection service. Search online to find a list of available service providers. Or use a cooking oil solidifier or stearic acid to harden the oil before throwing it in the trash. These products are available for purchase online. Reason for the changeRegional cooking oil recycling companies will no longer accept cooking oil from residents due to new traceability guidelines. Traceability refers to the ability to track the origin of the oil collected. This change affects public recycling centers across Washington. Kitsap County Solid Waste and the Washington Department of Ecology are actively researching and working with the cooking oil recycling industry to find solutions. |
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