“No-Discharge Zone” for Puget Sound

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a final affirmative determination that adequate sewage pump-out facilities are available for recreational and commercial vessels to support the Washington Department of Ecology’s proposed “No-Discharge Zone” for Puget Sound.

Ecology has proposed to establish a “No-Discharge Zone” for Puget Sound which would prohibit the discharge of vessel sewage – both treated and untreated – into Puget Sound waters. Ecology’s petition concluded that there is sufficient need for establishing a No-Discharge Zone to protect water quality and the related ecological, economic, and recreational benefits provided by Puget Sound. Continue reading →

Rocks being thrown at cars in marina

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Last Thur, someone was throwing rocks from the train tracks down into the parking lot at the north end of the marina.  According to marina security, several cars were damaged…some quite severely (approx. $10,000).   There was a large police response to this incident-both City and Port, but the person got away.  Burlington Northern will also respond to any activity on their tracks.

If you ever see/experience something like this..please say something!

 

 

West Point Sewer Treatment plant Malfunction

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courtesy seattletimes.com

With all the rain we had this past week, the combined sewer/rain water overflow maxed out the West Point treatment plant and was released untreated into Puget Sound.  The plant is currently operating at 50% capacity and may do so for a couple months.  Obviously, it’s best to avoid water sports like swimming/paddle boarding. Good thing crabbing season is still 6 months away! read these links for more details…

..and they blame boaters for pollution!

2017 Parking Passes

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2017 parking passes are now available-and MUST BE ON YOUR VEHICLE BY MAR 1ST.  All tenants get one free pass.  You can pick yours up at the marina office (they aren’t mailed out), where you can also update your contact information.  Be sure to park your 2nd car, and have your guests park, in the non-permit section closer to the street.

Also, make sure your car tabs are up to date and on your vehicle-especially if you are going to be away on your boat! The Port is  towing cars with expired tabs. Review the parking policy here.