I remember years ago when we had a big time Salmon Derby, complete with Royalty, and an annual parade, which was usually held in September. Many who have lived in the area probably remember those days, which brought in anglers from all over the globe to compete in the derby. Now a days hardly a mention, and no more parades or the trappings that festival provided. They still hold the derby, just not with all the fan fare it once did. While the city is mulling over their conscience in helping out some kids in a mini fishing event in Lincoln Park. Larger issues play into a bigger picture. The State in the meantime is considering a complete ban on fishing particularly many of the communities that depend on the commercial, and recreational fishing trade will once again take another hit.
The catcher here is, many voices in the area swears on a stack of bibles practically that if we just embrace tourism as the sole source of this area's economy, that we all will be millionaires! I already see a flaw in that assumption. One of the main reason that tourist comes to the area is FISHING! So the argument of doing away all other forms of industry and trade in the area, and embracing solely the tourist trade just went out the window in my book. Grant tourism plays a small part of our local economy, but other industries and trade shouldn't be tossed out just because they don't meet current environmental attitudes of the day. Not saying we shouldn't protect the environment, we should, but not at the expense of solid trade and industry, and most of all family wage jobs. Take for example Nippon Saw mill, environmentalist have been on this quest for years trying to close down the mill. Not thinking at all about how closing the mill will effect the local economy, however, they be the first bunch to complain when retailers start closing their doors, and they wouldn't be able to drink lattes no more, because all the business that relied on those industrial jobs starts to close their doors.
These folks made it an effort to drive away yet another opportunity which could bring in much business and trade. They spent months last year protesting the arrival of the oil rig that arrived here, which gave the local economy a boost. These folks used canoes which by the way are made with petroleum products. Now, isn't that rich! The signs they used to do their little protest was made by paper products! Which is made from wood chips! These hypocrites, use the very products which they deplore the industries for producing! Then they expect that we should follow their suggestion to do away with all these industries, and embrace tourism as a sole source of income for the communities?
Related stories:
WFDW: Fishery managers consider closing ocean salmon seasons due to projected poor coho returns
OLYMPIA – Poor forecasts for returning coho salmon are prompting state and tribal fishery managers to consider closing all salmon fisheries in Washington’s ocean waters this year as part of a federal season-setting process for the west coast.
State, tribal and federal fishery managers have developed three options for non-treaty ocean salmon fisheries that reflect the anticipated low coho returns. Two options would permit some salmon fishing this year, but one would close recreational and commercial ocean fisheries for chinook and coho salmon.---read more
Specter of coastal salmon fishing ban haunts North Olympic Peninsula business, community leaders---PDN story dated 3.16.16
Major cutbacks expected for salmon fisheries--SEQUIM GAZETTE
WHAT ARE THE SOLUTIONS FOR THE COST OF CARLSBORG SEWER PROJECT?
CLALLM COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA HIGHLIGHT ITEM: Agreement with April Sewell for purchase of easement for the Carlsborg sewer project
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_agenda.pdf
Related news story:
Clallam County Taxpayers on the Hook for Carlsborg Sewer By Bryan Frazier March 17, 2016---PORT O CALL
Quote from the article posted: What is sure, for this project, is the county taxpayers are going to be on the hook for years, this project isn’t going to generate enough revenue to support its self, the taxpayers may see additional appropriations from other county funds and the rate payers are going to see escalating monthly costs. This sewer project may very well lead to a financial catastrophe for this county.---Port O Call/ Frazier
Editorial Note: Byran Frazier ran for County Commission as you recall, though in the article we paints a bleak picture of the future cost of the Carlsborg project, he doesn't mention any solution on how it should be paid for, if the taxpayer shouldn't be holding the bill. Should the county just abandon the project then? He doesn't give an opinion on whether or not that the sewer project should be done, not from what I read. If he thinks that the sewer project should be done, then who should pay for it, if not the taxpayer? I look at it this way this project will bring in more employment opportunities, when people find work they tend to spend more. Sales taxes alone from employed people will help in paying for the project. When more people spend more money, you collect more sale taxes.
In other local and regional news...
CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AGENDA HIGHLIGHT: Resolution 16-010 Regarding the Preservation, Maintenance, and Improvement of the John Wayne Pioneer Trail
See agenda: http://cityofpt.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=342
OLYMPIA DIGEST: News from the Washington Access page
Case closed: Hanford cleanup ruling ups accountability for feds
Olympic and Kitsap workshops prep farmers to explore and expand market opportunities
AG announces LCD claims process for WA consumers to recover share of $63 million
AG urges $4.5M rate reduction for PacifiCorp, rejection of $20M residential rate hike
AG halts deceptive practices of Seattle-based online prayer and consumer complaint service
Company scamming homeowners ordered to pay $3.6M after AG lawsuit
Commerce showcasing Washington State business advantages, industrial opportunities at MIPIM World State representatives meet corporate executives, invetors,politicalleaders from 89 countries in world's leading real estate and investment trade show
Irrigation district near Walla Walla settles illegal water use violation
Contractor fined for construction runoff along I-205
Ecology Youth Corps hiring teens for summer jobs in King, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom counties
State program recognizes birth centers that support breastfeeding Department of Health expands voluntary, recognition program to free standing birth centers.
Washington officials suspend credential of former surgical technician Colorado charges say health care worker Rocky Allen diverted narcotics intended for patients
Spanaway cabinet manufacturer fined more than $100,000 for worker health violations
Pierce Co. contractor charged with stealing $156,000 in taxes
State utility staff propose no increase for Pacific Power in 2016, small increase in 2017
DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13 NKJV
JOIN OUR FACE BOOK GROUP HERE
