Calendar of Events
October, 2009
- Wednesday, Oct. 7th 2009 - BOD Meeting @7:30 a.m. - Chamber Office
- Saturday, October 10th Poulsbo Parks Day - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2009 Fall Harvest Festival - 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, Oct. 14th GPCC Luncheon, Kiana Lodge @11:30 a.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 22nd - Business Expo and Chamber After-Hours at The Zone Sportsplex. - See Article.
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Thanks to our Patron Members!
1st Security Bank
Margaret Bradshaw
360-779-4488
American Family Insurance
Anna Jewell
360-697-6700
American Marine Bank
Gwen Hannon
Bank of Amercia Home Loans
Rebecca Clifford
360-394-5710
Bill Austin
360-779-3080
Central Market
Tom Hall
360-779-1881
Dr. Craig Benson Chiropractic Clinic
Craig Benson
360-779-9957
EHL Insurance, Inc.
Brian Edgren
360-779-4448
Edward Jones
Todd Tidball
360-779-6123
Glenn Anderson
360-779-7894
Pat McFadden
360-779-6450
Donna Strep
360-779-7894
Embarq
360-697-5282
Fischer General Contracting Inc.
Daniel A Fischer
360-697-5402
Frontier Bank
Suzette Gould,
360-598-8025
Harrison Medical Center
Rhonda Brown
360-744-6934
Hill Moving Services, Inc.
Kay Hill Cook
360-697-3969
InHealth Imaging, LLC
Dr. Manfred Henne
360-598-3141
Kitsap Bank
Marlene Mitchell
360-779-7799
Kitsap Community Resources
Lynne Lance
360-478-2301
Kitsap Physical Therapy
& Sports Clinic
Ron Mimaki
360-779-3777
Kitsap Sun Newspaper
Stacie Cooper
360-792-3350
Liberty Bay Auto Center
Kevin Hogan
360-697-4066
Lisa Feldbau - John L. Scott, Poulsbo
360-731-2538
Martha and Mary
Chad Solvie
360-779-7500
NW Furniture Gallery and Design Center
Constance Swanlund
360-779-7788
Nilsen's Appliance
Michele Nilsen-Wasson
360-692-3500
North Kitsap Auto Rebuild, Inc.
Jim Sund
360-779-4799
North Kitsap Herald
Donna Etchey
360-779-4464
NorthPointe Realty Group
Sam Galano
800-605-3765
On-Gard Security Services, Inc
Frank Caraballo
360-779-2686
Paladin Data Systems
Michelle Dvorak
360-779-2400
People's Bank
Cathy Shaffer
360-779-4866
Poulsbo Inn & Suites
Terri Douglas
360-779-3921
Poulsbo Mortuary/Stone Chapel
Rich Winter
360-779-4474
Prowse & Company
Brenda Prowse
360-779-2888
Puget Sound Energy
Linda Streissguth
360-394-6618
Sons of Norway
Vicki
360-779-5209
Suquamish Clearwater Casino and Resort
Russell Steele
360-598-6889
The Copper Works
Jack Archer
360-697-3711
Tim Ryan Construction
Tim Ryan
360-779-7667
Timberland Bank
Linda Lincoln
360-598-5801
Viking Bank
Pam Whitt
360-394-1701
Chase
Sharon Mahler
360-779-3962
Wells Fargo
Jennifer Crossett
360-779-2232
Whiskey Creek Steakhouse
Karen Ziarnik
360-779-3481
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Member Ad Inserts:
Acupuncture and Wellness Clinic
Kitsap Bank
Timberland Bank
Space is available for your insert. Non-profits are $20 and all other Members are $40 per month.
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2009 Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors:
Glenn Anderson
President
Linda Lincoln
Vice President
Stephen Komar
Secretary
Debra Linn Allbee
Treasurer
Jeff Dennison
Dr. Charlie DeWilde
Shawna Seals
Tom Taylor
Julie Krucek
Todd Hankins
Kathleen Haag
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Greater Poulsbo of Commerce Policy Statement
On the 22nd of October, the Chamber will be hosting a Business Expo and Candidate's Forum for the Mayoral Race and one City Council Position. The Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors wants to reassure our membership that we adhere to the bylaws of our organization which states: "The Chamber shall be non-partisan, non-sectarian, and non-discriminatory in all of its activities. The Chamber shall not lend its influence or facilities to further the election of any candidate for public office."
This statement in our bylaws will not prevent the Chamber from addressing public issues which will further the purposes of the Chamber, nor does it prevent the Chamber from organizing and sponsoring candidate forums in which all qualified candidates are invited to participate equally and fairly. Hence we are organizing this public forum and invite all of you to attend. Please further note that this evening event is open to the public. |
Getting to Know our Members:
Debra Linn Allbee, Farmer's Insurance
Debra Linn Allbee is a third generation owner of her Farmers Insurance Agency located next door to the Post Office in downtown Poulsbo. Her agency has been in Poulsbo since 1947!!! Six years ago, she took it over from her father, Larry Linn, when he was ready to retire a second time (the first time was after he served 21 years as a nuclear engineer in the US Navy). Prior to taking over the agency, Debra was a paralegal for 19 years, and was working out of Seattle for the third largest law firm in Washington. Her legal background provides a true advantage in assessing her client's risk factors and advising them how to adequately prepare and protect themselves and their family.
Debra proudly comes from a strong military-oriented family. Her husband Tim Allbee served eight years in the US Marine Corps. Her father served 21 years in the US Navy. Her father-in-law served 21 years in the US Army. Her son recently completed his second deployment to Iraq with the National Guard. Her brother served four years in the US Coast Guard. Her Uncle served 20 years in the US Air Force. The list goes on. She is very proud of her family's service to our Country, and is honored that Farmers Insurance offers discounts to our military personnel, as well as our other service-oriented professionals, such as police officers, firefighters and teachers.
Debra and her husband are members of Crossroads Neighborhood Church, and has been a volunteer Sunday School teacher for 4 and 5 year olds for many years. Debra is an animal advocate and supporter of Pasado's Safe Haven, TheAnimalRescueSite.com, and volunteers at the Kitsap Humane Society with their annual fundraiser "Animal Krackers". She volunteers on the Harrison Hospital Foundation's Festival of Trees Committee, as well as annually donating several decorated miniature trees for the event.
Debra served as Treasurer on the Executive Board of the Historic Downtown Poulsbo Association for the past five years. The HDPA is the association of the business owners in old town Poulsbo responsible for the beautification and marketing of the famous "Little Norway" feel associated with Poulsbo. She is now on the Executive Board of the Poulsbo Chamber, serving as its Treasurer.
Debra is State licensed as well as Federally licensed with the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC). She has three full time account executives on staff who are insurance licensed. She does not consider herself an insurance salesperson but an insurance consultant for her clients regarding their insurance needs, offering them policies that provide them with peace of mind. It is her goal to educate her clients on their coverages and provide them with superior customer service. She writes all lines of insurance for individuals and businesses in the entire State, including Bonds, Commercial insurance, Auto, Home, Life and Health insurance and has been recognized for the past five consecutive years by Farmers Insurance as being in their top 5% of agents Nationwide. You can learn more about her on her Website, www.farmersagent.com/dallbee |
 President's Message -
It Is Election Time Again
As the leaves on the trees start turning color, it is time once again to nominate board members for the Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce. We are looking for six committed, dynamic business people to become part of our growing, successful organization. The future of our business community depends on the vibrancy of the Chamber and its members. We currently have on our board people that have skills in marketing, financial management, banking, insurance, health, technology and small business ownership. Now is the time to nominate yourself or someone you feel would be a great addition to the current team. Bring your expertise and build recognition for yourself and your business. Call Adele or Constance at the Chamber office at 779-4848 for a nomination form.
In addition to our elections we are going to have a candidate forum for the City of Poulsbo Mayoral and Council elections. Please attend the 2009 Business Expo at the Zone Sportsplex on October 22nd starting at 4:00 which will be followed by an after hours and forum featuring councilperson Kim Crowder and challenger Jim Henry at 5:30 and Mayor Kathryn Quade and challenger Becky Erickson at 7:00. Once again we are adding value to our membership and our community.
Glenn Anderson, President
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Mayor's Corner:
Things are looking up in Poulsbo --
Heading into the last quarter of the year, Poulsbo has a lot to be proud of, especially considering this challenging economic climate. In the last year, the City gained two full points in our bond rating to achieve Double A (only small City in Washington to do so), secured funding from the State Capital Budget for the Marine Science Center, sold the 10th Avenue Property bringing Harrison Oncology to Poulsbo, obtained $3.8M of stimulus funding for the North and South Viking Avenue Improvements, continued development of Fish Park and Centennial Park, and began construction on our new City Hall. From City Hall to Park Development, the Citizens of Poulsbo have a reason to look up this fall.
The New City Hall is taking shape and progress is apparent every day. Naturally there is a lot of chatter around town about our future home, so please allow me to clear up any misconceptions or misinformation surrounding the project budget and timeline. The Council, Staff, and City Hall Project Team have worked diligently to set and meet a conservative project budget, continuing to find affordable alternatives and implement value engineering. For example, did you know that we are purchasing refurbished furniture for staff workstations at a third the cost of new? This attention to detail has gone into every aspect of the project, and continues as we move through construction. In fact, the City saved $1.3 million, or 14 percent, on the construction bid over the estimate, and realized a $500,000 dollar savings through the excavation contract last year.
The total project budget is $15.8 million, which includes land acquisition, design, contract management, construction, and furniture. The bottom line of the construction budget, $10,288,094 (which includes the building, the site development, the furniture, fixtures and equipment, plus sales tax), is the bottom line. The City Council would have to authorize any changes to the project which could result in spending above the budgeted amount. The construction project was awarded to JTM Construction requiring a 420 day completion schedule by the end of July 2010. The construction is indeed on track to be complete almost two months ahead of that schedule.
I encourage you to get all the facts by visiting the city's project page on the Website (www.cityofpoulsbo.com/city_hall/city_hall.htm), which includes the history of the project, votes taken by City Council, and the complete construction timeline.
The City is doing a great job of managing the largest construction project in its history.
Kathryn H. Quade
Mayor, City of Poulsbo |
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Director's Message
We are heading into my favorite season of the year - Fall! Poulsbo is beautiful this time of year as the leaves turn color and the autumn sunshine graces our afternoons. It is a time to get out the warm quilts, check the cupboards for comfort foods and fresh teabags and take your camera for a walk around Poulsbo. The pictures have to be shared with family and friends from around the country because we live in such a beautiful place.
October Festivals are everywhere. Poulsbo is having it's own version this Saturday in Downtown Poulsbo. Activities range from a pet parade, pumpkin decorating, face painting, a kids farmers market, free music and kids crafts at Heavenly Choices. Eat lunch at the Pig Out in the Parkway and help support the Poulsbo Marine Science Center. A Beer Garden will be available for adults and the proceeds from that venue will benefit the Poulsbo Historical Society. Come and spend your Saturday in Poulsbo! See you there.
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Membership Renewals for September, 2009:
Thank you for all of our valued Chamber members who have renewed their membership in September of 2009:
Action Training Systems
Advanced Rentals
Creative Countertops, Inc.
Jennings-Heins and Associates, Inc.
Kathleen Stock
Kitsap Getaways Vacation Rentals
Kitsap Regional Library
Liberty Ridge Apartments
Lineberry Kenney, PLLC
McVey Marketing
Montclair Park @ Haven Crest
Mr. Insurance
Peninsula Services
Possum's Boutique
Professional Bookkeeping Services
Rolling Bay Presbyterian
Scotts Dry Foam Carpet Cleaning
Send Out Cards
Twiss Analytical laboratories, Inc.
UBuildit - Poulsbo
Voodies Bar and Grill
Whiteley Engineering Inc.
Zack Corporate Housing
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Place your business card ad in our newsletter. Call the Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce for information @ 360-779-4999.
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| 2010 Community Guide
The Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce is again working on the 2010 edition of our Community Guide which lists all members by category and alphabetically.
Currently our volunteers are calling members to check on all updated information for the 2010 Community Guide. If you have not received a phone call please call or email us with any changes in your contact information and Website information.
Your advertising message can be highly visible to chamber members, local residents, visitors and families relocating to Poulsbo when you place an ad in the new guide. If you are actively doing business, you cannot afford NOT to advertise in this yearly publication. You can download the brochure and advertising contract from our Website: www.poulsbochamber.com and just fax it back to us at 360-779-3115. Rates have not increased so it is a wonderful value.
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New Members in October, 2009
Thanks to our new members who joined us this month.
Azima DLI
Beach Glass Cottage Rentals
EmbroidMe
Modern Woodmen of America
Poulsbo Garden Club Inc.
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New Member Spotlights:
Azima DLI
We are an Engineering Consulting firm specializing in Condition Monitoring. We monitor rotating equipment (motors, pumps, engines, etc.) with accelerometers and based on the vibration and the change from previous tests, we can diagnose problems before they get big enough to interrupt operations. There are about 50 of us here in this office. Tom Francisco, P.E., Sales Manager 1050 NE Hostmark St. Suite 101 Poulsbo, WA 98370 Ph: (206) 842 7656 Fax: (206) 842 7667 Website: www.AzimaDLI.comTom Francisco: Sales@AzimaDLI.com
Beach Glass Cottage
We offer vacation and short-term Cottage rentals. The Beach Glass Cottage is located on Bainbridge Island, WA and provides a romantic retreat or a fun family getaway. A short stroll to Fay Bainbridge Beach and State Park provides your vista of one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Come explore, enjoy the pristine, sunny gardens and charming decor and then travel around the island for adventures in wonderful cuisine.
Hosts: Mark and Merri Ann Hinkley
10259 NE Sunrise Place
Ph: 206-201-3228
Jeffrey Coupland Photography
Jeffrey Coupland's professional career began in Columbus, Ohio, 20 years ago. While at the Ron Foth Ad Agency, Jeffrey built sets, helped with lighting & styling and was soon behind the cameras. While at the agency; Jeffrey gained exposure, experience and fell in love with all aspects of photography. He worked with everything from 35mm to large format camera equipment, prior to the digital era.
In 1996 Jeffrey & Mary Coupland relocated to Seattle, Washington and by April of 1997 they bought their first home. Jeffrey immediately converted the two car detached garage to a large studio space. For the next couple of years the studio was operating at a 40 hour week with Jeffrey behind the camera shooting ad agency fashion, product and studio work.
As the years went on the Real Estate market in the Seattle area was flourishing! Jeffrey immediately focused his talents on architectural imagery and joined the Northwest Multiple Listing Service as a staff photographer. At NWMLS, his winning personality garnered him constant referrals for freelance jobs. When Realtors would call into the NWMLS and ask if they could recommend a photographer, the staff eagerly referred them to Jeffrey.
Jeffrey & Mary have been residents of Kitsap County for more than 8 years. Naturally, Jeffrey added a studio to their dwelling space. For the last several years Jeffrey Coupland Photography has been specializing in:
Architectural Imagery: Residential, commercial and hotel interior's & exterior's
Product Imagery, including jewelry, manufacturing equipment, and more
Food; Preparation, presentation, restaurant's and more
People; Business portraits, head shots, group pictures (reunions, school class photos, etc.)
As of July 2009, Mary Coupland has joined the team full time as the Director of Marketing to help take their photography business to the next level. That allows Jeffrey to be behind the camera, where true art is being created. It takes a true talent to be able to create such color, magic and beauty from that which appears ordinary. Please take a moment to view the gallery of Jeffrey's work at his photo imagery custom solution website:
Or call 206-321-8016 to schedule your photo shoot and learn about our affordable packages.
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 Sponsor A Chamber Luncheon
A new opportunity for our members!!! Become a luncheon sponsor at one of our monthly Chamber Luncheons. For your $125.00 sponsorship you receive:
- One Complimentary Lunch
- Two (2) minutes at the podium to promote your business
- Exclusive advertising on the dining tables.
- Listed as the Luncheon Sponsor on our digital reminder and in the newsletter.
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Military Corner: Information You Need to Know!
Naval Base Kitsap - Regional Economic Impact
Purchase Impacts
All supplies, services, and capital projects
County Purchases
(Million $)
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Kitsap $210.8
Island $ 45.8
Snohomish $ 39.1
Jefferson $ 11.5
Rest of WA $170.1
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Total $477.3 Milllion
Did You Know?.............
Military decals are available to place on your door, in your window or where ever you would like. Let potential customers know you offer military personnel a discount and that you are grateful for their service to our country. Don't let this market pass you by!
Stop in and pick your decals up soon. The cost is $1 per decal. Contact us if you have any questions. 360-779-4999 or click here: Poulsbo Chamber |
The Greater Poulsbo Chamber of CommerceStaff: Adele T. Heinrich, Executive Director
Constance Gooding, Administrative Assistant Volunteers: Bobbie Fahy, Molly Wagner, Bill Gooding, Connie Tiedeman, Sandy Cutlip, Pat Dibert, Matthew Olson, Dina Penny, Francis Jacobson and Robynn Rother.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1063, Poulsbo, WA 98370
Physical Address: 19351 - 8th Avenue, Suite 108, Poulsbo, WA 98370
Phone: 360-779-4999
Fax: 360-779-3115
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