Adopt a spot
Bainbridge Island will establish its own Adopt-a-Spot Program, taking over BI’s roads from the Kitsap County Adopt-a-Spot program, beginning Jan. 1, 2025.
The program invites residents to volunteer for the upkeep of BI roads and public rights-of-way, one spot at a time. All individuals, households, businesses and organizations are encouraged to join this community effort. The program will be administered by the Public Works Department, with staff overseeing volunteer coordination, event logistics and cleanup reporting.
The city will provide supplies, and volunteers will be expected to perform cleanup at least twice a year. Signup forms will be available starting Jan. 1.
Mercantile opens
Wild Bird Mercantile, a new retail business in Rolling Bay, is now open.
The store offers a mix of vintage decor, gently used home goods and unique treasures, all while supporting the West Sound Wildlife Shelter, a news release says.
The mercantile will host special events throughout the year, including opportunities to meet the shelter’s education birds and learn about the role wildlife plays in our ecosystem.
The mercantile is located at 11042 Sunrise Drive NE, in back of Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church. Store hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesdays-Saturdays.
Advisory boards
Kitsap County advisory boards are in need of new volunteers.
Here is a list of boards and positions needed. Contact Volunteer Services in the County Commissioners’ Office at rpirtle@kitsap.gov or call 360-337-4650. Learn more at kcowa.us/advisorygroups.
Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council – North and Central Kitsap representatives; Board of Equalization– North, Central and South Kitsap; Council for Human Rights – South and At-Large; Manchester Community Advisory Council – Nebraska Neighborhood, At-Large; Non-Motorized Facilities Community Advisory Committee – CK; Noxious Weed Control Board – Bainbridge Island and NK; Parks Advisory Board – SK; Planning Commission – North and South Kitsap; Solid Waste Advisory Committee – NK and Agriculture; Suquamish Community Advisory Council – At-Large.
Food bank grant
T-Mobile recently announced Bremerton as one of its latest 25 Hometown Grant recipients.
The $50,000 grant will go toward building the Bremerton Foodline community garden, providing produce to clients and partners, offering agricultural learning opportunities for special needs students and serving as a community education and recreation space, per a news release. The project was submitted by Bremerton Foodline.
“The Bremerton Foodline is a valued partner in addressing food insecurity and reducing strain on individuals and families,” Mayor Greg Wheeler said. “The new garden will be an important resource, helping to support our residents in need, providing teachable skills and bringing people together as a community.”
BI police log
12-8: Theft, 11300 block N. Madison Avenue
12-8: Child sex offense, no location given
12-10: Assault, 700 block Winslow Way E.
12-12: Malicious mischief, 10700 block Battle Point Drive NE
12-13: Theft, 7200 block NE High School Road
12-15: Domestic verbal dispute, 500 block Bjune Drive SE
12-15: Identity theft, 9900 block NE Winthers Road
