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Boating During COVID-19

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As boaters, and especially liveaboards, Puget Sound IS our backyard and boats, by pure physics, can not occupy the same space.  If you or your household are the only ones on your boat…get out there and enjoy our great Spring weather!  With the easing of recreational restrictions next week, state parks will be open for day use (like Blake Is, but check their site for details).  No overnight camping is allowed yet, which will include docks and buoys…but that’s what your anchor is for!  Respect the neighbors in Blakely Harbor, Manzanita Bay, Port Madison, etc….don’t go ashore.  If you need to go to a marina, call them first to confirm their schedule and services. (The San Juan’s are still closed)

Here is a great article on how to keep your boat safe during the current crisis..

https://blog.dockwa.com/boating-during-covid-19-how-to-stay-safe

Updated Shilshole Procedures/Closures

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Shilshole tenants just received this notice via email which will help explain the closure of some of the parking lot entrances and the plaza, etc….

From the marina staff..

We all want go get outside on these nice days, but according to the governor: “If you need to take a car, it’s probably too far. Don’t recreate with those outside your household. Practice strong social distancing and stay at least 6-feet apart when getting fresh air.”

We are immediately implementing the following measures at SBM to support Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” emergency order.

• Continuing to clean all public areas two times a day.
• Non-liveaboard moorage customers should only visit SBM if your trip is essential.
• Closing public access to the A-Pier and X Dock.
• Placing partial restrictions on access to the parking lot. All vehicle entrances and exits will remain locked except for those immediately north and south of the SBM main building.
• Controlling pedestrian access to the SBM promenade.
• Limiting access to picnic tables and benches along the pedestrian thoroughfare.
• Closing public restrooms at SBM promenade.

Operational staff are on-site and can assist with normal operational requests. Please be patient with staff members as we exercise critical measures of social distancing. Thank you for your patience in this challenging time.

Shilshole Bay Marina Office: (206) 787-3006
24/7 Operations: (206)601-4089
Email: sbm@portseattle.org

 

Security on your dock…

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During these challenging times, there are many people down from the city to get some fresh air, walk the boardwalk and check out the boats.  Some will tailgate onto the docks.  Many non-resident tenants have also come down to their boats lately to spend some time.

As liveaboard residents it is incumbent upon us to “know our neighbors”. When you see someone “new” on the dock-especially if they are “just looking around”…be it guests of a neighbor or new tenants, introduce yourself and ask them “how can I help you?”, “who are you looking for?”. Continue reading →

Financial Relief for Shilshole Tenants

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Here’s the email to the marina tenants from the Port of Seattle-Shilshole…

Dear Marina Moorage Customer:
On April 1, 2020, the Port of Seattle Commission proclaimed that tenants and residents at Port of Seattle facilities shall not be evicted for inability to pay rent through June 30, 2020, including live-aboard residents and other moorage customers, and authorized the Executive Director to provide financial relief to these residents and customers consistent with motion 2020-07. Continue reading →

Marina parking lot paving project

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From the Shilshole Marina office…

Shilshole Bay Marina’s Customer Service Facilities project is entering the phase in which the marina’s parking lots will undergo grading and drainage improvements as well as an asphalt overlay. This seven-phase project recently started in our north parking lot and will eventually encompass most of the Shilshole’s lots, most with paving dating back to Shilshole’s inception in the 60’s. The one area that is not being repaved is the parking lot immediately south of the marina office. The last section to be repaved will be done near the end of June. Continue reading →

Shilshole Fuel Dock Temp Hours and Policies

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Shilshole Bay Fuel Dock LLC
March 25 at 3:08 PM ·
COVID-19 Policies and Hours

The Shilshole Bay Fuel Dock is committed to the health and safety of our customers, employees and community. We will remain open during the Washington State “Stay at Home” order. However, starting Thursday March 26th and through April 9th, we are limiting the hours of operation to 10am – 2pm. During this period, no customer will be allowed into the fuel dock building. An attendant will meet you on the dock to receive payment. We will not be requiring signatures on any fuel dock purchases for the time being.
For marina tenants interested in any of our store items, please feel free to call in and place an order for pickup. ID verification will be required at pick up for any beer, wine or tobacco sales.
(206)-783-7555
As we navigate the upcoming weeks, we appreciate your patience and understanding as we make adjustments in order to best serve you. Stay safe and take care of each other.
Thank you!