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GRAYS HARBOR PUD AWARDED $63 MILLION IN RENEWABLE ENERGY BONDS FOR RADAR RIDGE

Posted by David Haviland

on November 2, 2009 at 7:31 am (1350 social interactions)

Aberdeen, WA - The Grays Harbor Public Utility District (PUD) has learned it has been awarded about $63.3 million in federal Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREBs) to help finance construction of the Radar Ridge Wind Project, slated to be the first large-scale wind project in Western Washington.

“This is very good news,” said PUD Commission Vice-President Truman Seely. “These low interest bonds will save our ratepayers about $19 million in financing costs as we work to bring this project to market.”

In addition to Grays Harbor, other Radar Ridge partners who received CREBs are Clallam County PUD No. 1 ($19 million) and Pacific County PUD ($27 million). Also participating in the project is Mason No. 3, in conjunction with Energy Northwest. Grays Harbor has committed to a 49% share of the Radar Ridge wind farm project to be located in Pacific County.

Mason County Sheriff's Office Moving

Posted by David Haviland

on November 2, 2009 at 4:59 am (623 social interactions)

Shelton, WA - The Mason County Sheriff's Office administrative offices will be moving on November 4, 2009, to 322 North 3rd Street in Shelton. Sheriff's Office administrative offices will be closed for business on Wednesday November 4, and will re-open at the 3rd and Pine offices on Thursday November 5.

This is the first step at moving all of the Mason County Sheriff's Offices out of the Mason County Courthouse and into the 3rd and Pine location. Sheriff Casey Salisbury said, "I anticipate that by January 1, 2010, the entire Sheriff's Office staff except for the Jail will be moved in and operating at 100%."

Historical Seaport Opens New Online Store

Posted by David Haviland

on November 2, 2009 at 3:50 am (688 social interactions)

Aberdeen, WA - The holiday gift-giving season is just around the corner and the Historical Seaport would like to invite you to check out exciting gift ideas at the new and improved online Ship’s Store at www.seaportstore.com. In partnership with Yahoo! Merchant Solutions, the Historical Seaport has re-launched the Ship’s Store with popular Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain clothing, collectibles, and unique gifts. All purchases made through the Ship’s Store support educational programs aboard our ships.

Lady Washington & Hawaiian Chieftain Sail Together :

New this year at the Ship’s Store are collectable, hand-made knives made by Billfish Art Design of Grays Harbor. These one-of-a-kind art objects feature stainless steel blades with carved handles of a variety of woods and natural materials. The knives are available in several nautical styles, including rigging knives, sailor’s knives, and survival knives. To see photos of the knives, visit www.seaportstore.com. More information about Billfish Art Design is at www.billfishartdesign.com.

Moore Floor Coverings Preliminary Estimate: 2.7 Million Lost

Posted by David Haviland

on November 2, 2009 at 3:30 am (802 social interactions)

Aberdeen, WA - On Friday officials with the building owner’s insurance company and investigators with the Aberdeen Fire Department were able to make a preliminary assessment of the interior of the fire building. A structural engineer has completed a preliminary determination of the structural conditions and investigators were able to get inside for an overall general assessment and photographs. There are however numerous areas still inaccessible within the building that require scene processing.

The structural engineer and representatives from the building owner’s insurance company have advised the fire department that I street and State street could be opened up and should not be a concern for public safety. We will continue the perimeter fencing around the building to keep the building secure. Within the next week the insurance company will advise and update on the status of either building stabilization or demolition.

The estimate for dollar loss is 2.7 million (2.2 for structure and $500 for contents).

Anyone with eyewitness information that may help the investigation is urged to call the Aberdeen Fire Department at 360 532-1254

Razor Clam Dig on Two Ocean Beaches Starts November 4th

Posted by David Haviland

on November 2, 2009 at 3:30 am (966 social interactions)

Olympia, WA - Clam diggers got the go-ahead to proceed with the second razor-clam dig of the fall season starting Wednesday, Nov. 4, on evening tides at two ocean beaches.

Twin Harbors will open for four late-evening digs Nov. 4-7, while Long Beach will open on Nov. 4, 6 and 7 only. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the digs after a series of marine toxin tests confirmed the clams were safe to eat.

Digging at the beaches will be restricted to the hours between noon and midnight. Additional digging opportunities are planned at five ocean beaches in mid-November.