NEWS BRIEFS: Permit office closure this Wednesday … and other items

Permit office closure this Wednesday

SEQUIM — The city has announced that its Department of Community Development will be closed for permit processing Wednesday, Aug. 8.

The closure is planned to allow staff members to attend a meeting.

The department is in City Hall at 152 W. Cedar St.

Scheduled inspections will still occur, according to a news release.

For more information, call the department at 360-683-4908.

Flight operations

COUPEVILLE — There will be field carrier landing practice operations for aircraft stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island at the Coupeville carrier early to midafternoon Wednesday.

Comments, including noise complaints, can be directed to the station’s comment line at 360-257-6665 or via email at comments.NASWI@navy.mil.

All other questions can be directed to the public affairs office at 360-257-2286.

Leadership award

PORT TOWNSEND — Nominations for the 2018 Eleanor Stopps Environmental Leadership Award are sought by the Port Townsend Marine Science Center.

Nominations must be submitted by email to info@ptmsc.org or be received in the science center offices at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way, no later than 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23.

A nomination form can be downloaded from www.ptmsc.org or requested by calling 360-385-5582.

The award recognizes significant contributions in the protection and stewardship of the natural environment of the North Olympic Peninsula by a Clallam or Jefferson County resident.

The criteria include a successful resource conservation effort that benefits the Peninsula and its residents directly, and acting as a community catalyst for programs, initiatives or ventures that demonstrate a commitment to the future of the Earth and its biodiversity.

Also, become a model for future leaders in business and education, or has been an exemplary citizen or policymaker who has implemented decisions that — though they may entail risks — have helped area communities take the next step toward environmental sustainability.

The award pays tribute to Eleanor Stopps, whose vision, advocacy and determination exemplify the power and importance of citizen leadership, according to a news release.

The recipient will be honored at the annual science center stewardship breakfast at the Fort Worden Commons on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 8 a.m.

GMC grad

POULTNEY, Vt. — Former Port Townsend resident Amy Morello received her degree from Green Mountain College’s 181st commencement ceremony.

The ceremony was held May 12.

Soroptimist scholarships

SEQUIM — Soroptimist International of Sequim is accepting applications for three of its $2,000 Continuing Education Scholarships.

Applications are available online at www.tinyurl.com/SIoS-apps.

Completed applications must be postmarked by Wednesday, Aug. 15.

The scholarships are available for female graduates of Sequim High School or applicants who have a legal address within the Sequim School District.

Applicants must also need to have completed one year of post-secondary education and be continuing their education in the fall.

For more information, call Kathleen DeJong at 360-681-8093.

Culvert repair

PORT ANGELES — Drivers can expect delays at milepost 36.6 on state Highway 112 between Pysht and Twin from Monday to Thursday,

Aug. 16.

State Department of Transportation road crews will be repairing a damaged culvert under the highway — which includes pavement work — from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays.

One-way alternating traffic will be in place through the work zone.

DOT encourages travelers to plan extra time to reach their destination.

For more information about state highway roadwork in Clallam County, visit www.tinyurl.com/OR-roadwork.

Applications due

SEQUIM — Soroptimist International of Sequim is accepting applications for three of its $2,000 Continuing Education Scholarships.

Applications are available online at www.tinyurl.com/SIoS-apps.

Completed applications must be postmarked by Wednesday, Aug. 15.

The scholarships are available for female graduates of Sequim High School or applicants who have a legal address within the Sequim School District.

Applicants must also need to have completed one year of post-secondary education and be continuing their education in the fall.

For more information, call Kathleen DeJong at 360-681-8093.

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