Executive Director Wendy Smith and Commissioner and Commission Chair Dick Taylor checked in with Jeff Slakey on Daybreak.

Wendy announced that the wingsuit manufacturer Squirrel LLC, which recently leased a space at Sanderson Field, is breaking ground and relocating their whole manufacturing facility to the Port of Shelton from Seattle.

Everyone is extremely excited about this addition of Squirrel LLC to Sanderson Field, especially after the long delays from Covid and the long process of proper permit acquisition. They should be able to roll out full operations by early summer.

“It’s like having a little piece of Hollywood along with the jump team at Kapowsin. It helps put Shelton on the map to have them making the suits right here,” Wendy explained.

The Port of Shelton recently had its retreat and they discussed how to improve tenant retention as well as some expansion projects.

“In terms of our cash position, we are in a super position. When I came on the Commission a long time ago,” Taylor said with a smile, “we had about $100,000 in reserves. Now we have just under $5 million.”

Taylor went on to explain how this is a huge benefit to the Port and its projects.

“It means we have capital that we can use towards building new projects to benefit our tenants and the community and bring in more jobs. I am excited for our future,” Taylor said.

Smith added that the Commission recently purchased a couple of buildings that they are currently renovating and that have good lease potential, which opens up the possibilities for every area of the community.

All agreed that the diversity of the Port of Shelton’s tenants adds richness and diversity to the community.

If you are looking for an event space rental or for potential areas to develop or to expand your business or organization, reach out to the Port of Shelton at www.portofshelton.com.

35th District Representative Dan Griffey talked with Jeff Slakey about the end of the 2022 Legislative Session. Representative Griffey is happy with some of the things that have been included in the various budgets, especially when it comes to the 35th.....but unhappy with other aspects. You can learn more about the bills that Dan had sponsored and cosponsored this session at https://dangriffey.houserepublicans.wa.gov/

Jeff Slakey talked with Shelton Schools Superintendent Wyeth Jessee this week after the changes in masking requirements were updated from Governor Inslee. Masking in schools and on busses will become optional when the kids are back at school starting March 14. This follows the lifting of mask requirements across the state on March 12. Masks may still be worn and Superintendent Jessee is committed to keeping the kids and staff who choose to remain in masks free from ridicule or intimidation. Also during this conversation the topic of grades, vaccine mandates and more are discussed.

https://www.sheltonschools.org/

(KMAS) Dan Griffey made his weekly appearance this week on Daybreak and he and Jeff Slakey discussed the new transportation-construction package in the House, among other things.

35th District Representative Drew MacEwen talked with Jeff Slakey about the different budgets that are being passed out of the Washington State Legislature as the 2022 session starts to wrap up. Rep. MacEwen talks about concerns he has with the "Rainy Day Fund" and its levels, plus ways his party looked to reduce taxes for Washingtonians and their efforts to get the majority party to adopt those ideas. Finally Rep. MacEwen reflects on the 1 year birthday of the Shelton Family YMCA, a big win for the Mason County Community and what it does for Shelton. https://drewmacewen.houserepublicans.wa.gov/

It's hard to believe but it's been a year that the Shelton Family YMCA has been opened. Senior Director for the Shelton Family YMCA Aubree Fudge talks with Jeff Slakey about how they are planning to celebrate with events starting at 5am on Tuesday, March 1.

https://southsoundymca.org/shelton-ymca/

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35th District Representative Dan Griffey talks with Jeff Slakey about the transportation budget and some things in it that he has taken issue with. https://dangriffey.houserepublicans.wa.gov/

35th District Representative Dan Griffey talked with Jeff Slakey about the session and how his bills have been moving forward. Rep. Griffey also talks about HB 1770 and his thoughts, including what he's hearing from builders across the region.

In this Focus On Shelton, Presented by Peninsula Credit Union, Police Chief Carole Beason gives some updates on policing around the city. There was a rock thrown into the Shelton Timberland Regional Library and with some camera footage that suspect was apprehended. Additionally, A welfare check on a car turned up some firearms. https://www.sheltonwa.gov/departments/police_department/index.php

In this Focus On Shelton, presented by Peninsula Credit Union, Shelton Police Chief Carole Beason talks about some openings in the Civil Service Commission. There are candidates for hire and promotion and the Civil Service Commission is an integral part of the process. There is limited time commitment so if you're interested there is information on the City of Shelton's website, https://www.sheltonwa.gov/news_detail_T32_R429.php.