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The tops of the Pavilion tables and their benches have been painted a light tan in an effort to remove the excessive and explicit graffiti that has accumulated on them over the years. It’s too bad that the beautiful wood
finish had to be covered up, but the end result is much better. Our thanks to the volunteers who sanded and painted.
President Kathy Caldwell, Vice President Sandra Bauer, Secretary Emily Reckord, Treasurer Paul Larson. Trustees: Lisa Fitch, Ryan Duckworth, Catherine Kolb Freeman, Craig Jacobrown, Robert Jones, Bridget Young, Jim Aurand, Juliana Pickrell
IBIC OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES 2015-2016
President’s Message Page 3 Post Office Corner Concepts Page 5Port Update, Dock Strong Page 8-9YOUR Food Bank, ShareNet Page 10
NOVEMBER2015
www.indianola.club
Pavilion Tables Painted
Should PO Corner be Improved?
Dock Standing Tall, But a Little More Planned in 2016The dock will be around for years to come, thanks to the vision and actions of Indianola’s three port commissioners, Jeff Henderson, Eric Cookson and John Lane. For over two years now they have worked to see this day. But there’s more planned.Not only will the dock have its top railings replaced, but there will also be a little updating at the head of the dock, including replacing the planter box and making sure the dock is more easily accessible for the disabled. Concepts coming soon.
A committee was formed to investigate this notion. By considering community input and after discussion of the parameters of the site, ideas were brought up, discussed and reviewed for merit. What is included on page 5 should not be interpreted as a design proposal, it is merely the representation of our ideas to date.Of necessity, the final result will require the approval of several local and county departments and miscellaneous other entities that govern safety and public space issues.We should not be deterred in our efforts to make this pivotal space an integral part of our community. This is the beginning of what we hope will become something good. Your comments, suggestions and offers of financial support in this endeavor are most welcome and greatly appreciated. (See page 5)
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13th AnnualIndianola Holiday Fair
Indianola Garden Club News
Join the IBIC Bridge ClubThe IBIC Bridge Club meets every Tuesday at 10:00 to approximately 2:00. This is a sanctioned game by the American Contract Bridge League and the game is directed by Gene Alberts. Partners will be provided and all folks are welcome to join us.
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IBIC Trustees Meeting: 1st Thurs of each month, 7:30 PMMorning Coffee in the Clubhouse Library: Weekdays except Tues, 7:30-8:30 AM, Bring your own coffee and come to the kitchen door.Library: Fri 1:00-3:00 PM; Sat 10:00 AM-Noon (except on all-day event days)Port of Indianola Meeting: 3rd Tues of each month, 7:00 PM (unless otherwise noted)Duplicate Bridge: Tues 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMGarden Club: 3rd Wed of each month 12:30 PMTai Chi: Mon & Thurs 8:30-9:30 AM and Tues 4:30-5:30 PM (TC for Arthritis)
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The Indianola Garden Club will meet on November 18th, at the Clubhouse. There will be a social time at 12:30 and our guest speaker will be a representative from Bay Hay and Feed to speak about “putting your garden to bed for the winter”. After the presentation, there will be a business meeting. If you haven’t paid your dues, remember to bring your $20 dues to the November meeting. The Special Garden Sign will be back in the spring, but is resting comfortably for now. Our October meeting was a tour through Karen Brindley’s wonderful garden for a glimpse of it in the fall with so much color still showing and such wonder-ful mums and dahlias and many other colorful plants as well. Thank you again, Karen, for sharing it with us.
If you have any garden club questions, you can call Nancy at 297-1245. New members are always welcome.
Saturday, November 21stat the Indianola Clubhouse
Hours 9 AM to 3 PMMany Local Artists & Craftsmen
Free Admission
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The blazing leaves of autumn are quickly falling off the trees, ushering in the remarkable chain of special events in our near future. As I write this, I am anticipating the joy of greeting the trick or treaters to my home in a few hours, which brings back all the memories of Halloweens in my own past. Those same thoughts were on the minds of the great crew who showed up to decorate the clubhouse for the kids’ party –it became a ghoulish wonderland! Special thanks go to the Kolbs and extended family for their faithful decorating, and making dinner and running the party for the kids.
The wonder of this evening, the sheer uncontrolled fever of having a massive plunder of candies and treats that will not cross your path again until the next Halloween - what could be better? Hidden behind a
mask, you can be anyone you want to be. Power. Mystery. Intrigue.We celebrate our little ones this time of year, encourage their imagination, embrace them as we give them their turn to wrap themselves in the cocoon of our traditions. Indianola loves these traditions. If you want to witness some of that joy while helping at the children’s Christmas Party, just email me. If adult joy is more your thing, there will be a number of opportunities after the holiday. Stay tuned. And may you all have much to give thanks for at this Thanksgiving.
With gratitude and regard,[email protected]
NovemberThe President’s Message
• For additional information or updates go to www.indianola.club •
Clubhouse
New - Family Game Night • Nov. 13 • 7-9 PMBring a favorite board game and a snack to share on Friday. All ages welcome! Free.
Indianola Holiday Fair • Nov. 21 • 9-3Get your holiday shopping off to an early start on Saturday, November 21.See beautiful, quality crafted items from knitted and crocheted items to
baskets, buttons, jewelry, pottery, leather bags - and Indianola calendars.
Chili & Soup Cook-offs Coming in January & March(More details on Page 7)
And
~ You’re Invited ~Please join us for a tree planting ceremony at the Bud Merrill Pavilion.A beautiful new tree will be dedicated to the memory of Trevor Aurand
Sunday, November 15, 2015 • 10:00 AMConducted by Boy Scout Troop 1502
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Kids’ Party and Dance Kick Off Halloween
Though the weather was touch and go, the kids were go, go, go on Halloween.
The Clubhouse was packed full of kids in costume ready to have a hot dog and
march in the costume parade on stage - a few needed help getting off stage while
others hammed it up.
The next stop was the IndianolaCountry Store and then off fordoor to door trick or treating.
The night before’s Halloween Dance with DJ music was almost as well attended and was every bit as much fun for the 50 or more 21-and-overs in attendance.
Baby Halle
Summer
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The Post Office Corner Committee has met and discussed various suggestions by membership regarding how to improve the corner bed formerly home to the big maple tree at the Post Office. After careful consideration we are proposing the following:
1. The improvement should be contained within the existing bed boundaries with the exception of the walkway to the Post Office door where new surfacing seems appropriate.
2. The focus of the improvement would be toward simplicity and a solution that feels like Indianola, and that it would become a part of what is already there: Clubhouse, Dock, Pavilion, Store, Gill Property. Something that improves the feel, use and finish of the space, but one that settles back to become a supporting part of the fabric of the existing structures and spaces. Something that supports and enhances, but does not dominate.
3. We propose removal of the log between the small parking spot and bed, and putting in an 18" wide strip of pavers to make access to and from vehicles parking there easier, and encourage people from walking in the bed.
4. Because Bill Sibbett offered wood for benches and a signboard we are proposing replacement of the existing kiosk to make it larger and more accommodating. Bridget Young has assembled a design/build team consisting of Mike Stuntz, Spencer West and Brad Simpson to create the new signboard kiosk. We are proposing to relocate the kiosk so that it is not in the planting bed, as its current location may be the best place to locate a small tree. The kiosk could be located parallel to and located on the north edge of the bed over the existing PVC cleanout so that we can keep that cleanout from being in a walkway. This would result in a 6 ft wide walkway on the north side, partially finished with pavers to improve the access from Indianola Road to the Post Office door, with the kiosk on the south side of the walkway, and put pavers on the south side of the kiosk, as well as incorporate a bench, so that a walking surface surrounds the sign board.5. The south face of the kiosk could be dedicated to posting the Breeze with hinged plexiglass to protect from
weather, and because the north side of the board would have the most visibility to passersby, it would be made available to the community for private postings, etc. We are proposing a larger roof-with a bench incorporated into the structure on the south side, the side that faces the water-to provide a covered area for that bench which would extend over the area on the north side as well for
viewers of the posted items, and additionally, provide a cover for those seeking shelter from the rain.
6. We propose a planting area that mirrors what the Langlies have done near the front door of the Post Office by using similar stones to raise the soil about 12" above grade and create a planter where a small (15± ft) tree could be located about where the signboard is now. All raised planting areas would be set back from street and parking, at least 18", so that the bed is at grade adjacent to the paving, which would allow for some
pavers at the perimeter. No raised area would extend into the fire hydrant 3 ft diameter zone on the Indianola Road side. A gravel meander would cross diagonally through the bed to encourage access from the parking area to the street in an alternate location near the fire hydrant.
7. We propose using ground covering plants including ferns that will soften the ground plane; and a diminutive vine on a portable, easily removed trellis for access to the pole no higher than 10 feet that may curve partially around the communications pole to soften the harshness of the view of that and the PVC conduits.
8. In future a local artist may have an opportunity to have their metal cutout or wood carving, etc. of fish, fowl or whatever may be deemed appropriate, perhaps mounted above the roof of the kiosk.
We hope that most if not all of the work could be done by volunteers, and funded by individuals who are interested in doing so.
We are suggesting that this could be a community recognition project, wherein the
IBIC dedicates (by a plaque in the ground?) this space to all those who have been instrumental in the efforts to improve Indianola and the IBIC properties in a significant way over the past many years.
Your comments will be appreciated. Email the Breeze [email protected].
Report • Elements Emerging for Post Office Corner
NORTH
See this report and drawings at www.indianola.club
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Decisions, Decisions ...Kim Rothfus found a perfect day to bring her twin grandsons to the beach. Standing in the shadow of the dock and looking very “Indianola”, two-year-olds Baylor and Briggan Davis are enjoying the sounds and smells of the beach. Their only decision; should they throw a rock or dig in the sand first? Both!
Stevenson’s GrandsonBecomes Eagle ScoutBob and Annie Stevenson of Indianola had an ex-citing trip to Sacramento to attend grandson Kevin Brase’s Eagle Court of Honor award ceremony. Especially exciting was the fact that their other grandson, Keith, is also an Eagle Scout, and Bob received his Eagle Award in 1945. Bob was the oldest scout at the event and for that, received a standing ovation!
L to R, Keith Brase, Bob Stevenson and Kevin Brase.
Editor’s note: It’s been over a year since the Eye on Indianola column stopped, and only due to lack of participation. We still want to encourage you to share your special occasions, news and accomplishments with the Breeze. See page 12 for contact information.
The IBIC would like to buy used
Crab Cookersfor use during the Indianola Days salmon dinner. If you have one, please contactKathy Caldwell at [email protected]
T-Shirt Designs Contest!It’s that time of the year again!
Time for new Indianola merchandise to beordered for the upcoming spring & summer.
Please keep the number of colors in yourdesign to a minimum and do not include
photographs. Thank you!
Please drop entries off at the Indianola Storeor email them to [email protected]
by December 15th.
PRIZES!
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...and the Friends of Miller Bay
Annual MeetingNovember 12th, 7pm
Friends of Miller Bay presents...
F R O M W A T E R S H E D S T O W H I T E C A P S :
Myriad Lives IntertwingledIn the Salish Sea, creatures are inexorably linked to each other, linked to those in our watersheds, and of course, linked to us. John F. Williams will show excerpts from his collection of films to highlight some of these relationships and to suggest that they aren’t random, that there actually is a “system” in “Ecosystem.”
EVERYONE WELCOME!
m o r e i n f o : f r i e n d s o f m i l l e r b a y . o r g ( 3 6 0 ) 9 8 1 - 7 6 5 8
SuquamishHouse of
Awakened Culture
The Chili Cook-Off and the Soup Cook-Off are back just in time to help take off the winter chill.
Terry Kelly and Tim Celeski are organizing the 2016 events.
Chili Cook-Off will be Saturday, January 23. Soup Cook-Off will be Saturday, March 5. Both start at 5:30 PM at the Clubhouse.
It’s been two years since the last cook-offs so it’s time to get to work on your best recipes. We want lots of chefs.Sign-up sheets for cooks and volunteers will be at the Post Office in December.
Chili and SoupCook-Offs areBack!
Please remember ...
The IBIC Clubhouse is an Emergency Warming StationOnce again, coordinating with the American Red Cross, the IBIC and Indianola volunteers are ready to open the Clubhouse as a Warming Station. When extended periods of power outage occur during cold weather, the Clubhouse will be opened to provide the “3 C’s” - Comfort, Care & Communication.The Clubhouse generator supplies the heat. Coffee, tea and hot cocoa will help to warm your insides. Cell phones can be re-charged and Wi-Fi is available. Everyone is welcome. Signs will be posted at the Clubhouse front entry, the Post Office and the Indianola Country Store during operating hours.
No Alcohol, No Smoking, and No Pets permitted in the building.
A Message from the IBIC Warming Station Volunteers . . . Please don't forget to keep an eye out for neighbors who might need assistance, either during an extended power outage, or in any situation where local travel is difficult. Examples of ways to help might include offering extra
blankets, batteries, candles, firewood, and other supplies. Are there medical needs to consider? These are important conversations to have, and our community has a wealth of resources to share if we all pool together!
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On October 27th Quigg Brothers Construction completed Phase II of the Indianola Dock rehabilitation project.
As with Phase I in 2014, Phase II involved the installation of 20 galvanized pilings, galvanized ‘H’ beam pile caps and welded and galvanized brackets thru-bolted to the existing deck stringers. Additionally, in excess of 50 creosote pilings were removed from the existing structure.
A dedicated group of Port constituents have committed their time, expertise and knowledge to accomplish the significant renovation accomplished to date. Contract preparation, engineering details, permit preparation to name a few. These dedicated folks know who they are and their commitment to our Community Icon is admirable and greatly appreciated by the Port Commissioners.
Funding for both phases was accomplished through the dogged persistence of Commissioner John Lane
via Government Obligation bonds.
We also want to thank Matt Matson for again assisting the Port to place the swim float on dry ground, and to Wally Frizzell for granting the Port the ground to store the float for the winter months.
Your Port Commissioners are proud to announce that our dock
is in excellent condition.
Commissioners: John Lane, Eric Cookson and Jeff HendersonPort Auditor: Susan HenrySecretary: Jayne Larson
Port Update • Replacing More Pilings in Phase II
Working close to shore, at left, one of many old creosote pilings comes out ...
... And, at right, two new
steel pilings are in.
The Port appreciates your donations for continued maintenance including the top railings. Mail your donation to Port of Indianola, PO Box 496, Indianola, WA 98342 or if you wish to have a donation form emailed to you, please contact Sarah Runnels – (info in box at right) –or you may pick up a form inside the Post Office.
For Plankholder Donation Forms: Contact Sarah Runnels at [email protected]
or call her cell: 360-271-4544.
Thank you for your donations:Ed & Bobbi Baumueller
Katherine Hanson
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See these pictures in color and read The Breeze online at:
www.indianola.club
Once again, the crew did a wonderful job placing piles while taking care not to destroy the decking at end of the dock. From October 13th to the 27th, work was done at both the end and the head of the dock.
Along with the new pilings, you’ll see a new ladder, and two navigation lights - Coast Guard required - at the end. A new float ramp will be coming with the float next summer.
One of the most asked questions has been, “How do they get those piles in straight?” As put by supervisor Dan Wolf (left) they use a level, and they have a very good crane operator.
The crew was hard at work
leaving the dock stronger than
ever. The last bit of work called for
two of their car-penters placing deck boards at
the end.
Not too busy to be nice, the crew also disposed of
a creosote log that washed up
on the beach that week (right).
Quigg Brothers Crew Does Their Job Well
New ladder & light.
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Longtime Indianola resident and ShareNet donor Arlene Thompson (above) volunteers as a cashier at ShareNet.At left is the ShareNet Thrift Shop and Food Bank. Donations during operating hours are welcome. Financial donations may be sent to:ShareNet, PO Box 250, Kingston, WA 98346
Did you know that ShareNet, registered through the Washington State and Kitsap County Food Bank Coalitions, is the official food bank for Indianola? Our defined service area, in addition to Indianola, includes Kingston, Eglon, Little Boston, Hansville and Port Gamble. We provide a full range of assistance to your neighbors. Our Food to Grow On (F2GO) program serves kids in need at all four Kingston public schools. In addition to food, we provide crisis assistance, eviction and utility shutoff prevention, plus a full range of hygiene products. Our food bank outlet, located on United Road off of Bond Road, helps families with emergency food, clothing and household needs. We encourage you to shop at the ShareNet Thrift Store, and know that proceeds from sales help to fund the food bank.
We have seen that the people of Indianola are very generous and we sincerely hope you remember us the next time you wish to make any type donation. If you know of someone in need, please have them contact us. Find us at www.sharenetfoodbank.org or call 297-2266 with any questions you may have.
Thank you,Mark Ince, executive director
ShareNet is Your Local Food Bank, Assistance Organization
“ There Goes Kai...”Kai was one of those special Indianola dogs and was well known for his daily trip around town for handouts. He lived to be about 14 years old and it seemed very fitting that his last day was on Halloween.
His family, Greg, Rachel, Olive and Cider, will miss him very much. We all will. Kai was a legend dog.
Oct. Membership ReportWelcome to returning member Barbara Burgwin and new members Jeremy and Becca Ellis! Many thanks go to all returning and new members of IBIC. Your support is truly what keeps the club afloat! We have collected $27,155 in dues and special donations this year.Our membership drive will happen in January, so keep posted. As usual, any questions about membership can be directed to:Kathy Caldwell at [email protected],Sandra Bauer at [email protected], orSusan Hancock at [email protected].
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Minutes of the IBIC Trustees Meeting, October 1, 2015Trustees Present: Kathy Caldwell, Sandra Bauer, Emily Reckord Young, Lisa Fitch, Catherine Freeman, Robert Jones, Paul Larson, Craig Jacobrown, Juliana Pickrell
I. President Kathy Caldwell called the meeting to order at 7:38.
II. The minutes of the September meeting were approved.
III. Committee Reports:
• Treasurer- Paul Larson is drafting comprehensive 2016 budget. He presented the board with a summary of income/expenses for 2015 thus far.
• Membership- 1 new household renewal.
• Merchandise- No report
• Clubhouse Rentals- Moderate use for fall rentals
• Properties- Lots of upcoming work, new committees formed. Jim Aurand is the new properties chair.
• Security- New security committee formed. Members welcome!
• Website- Sarah Runnels joined the website committee- stay tuned for updates.
IV. Old Business
A. Committee Assignments- Filled all spots.
B. Removal/Replacement of Pavilion Tree- Boy Scouts will help with project. Joe Brazeau will remove old tree. Plans for new tree being made.
V. New Business
A. Chili & Soup Cookoff- Terry Kelly and Tim Celeski have volunteered to resurrect the soup & chili cookoffs. Chili cookoff will be January 23rd, Soup’s on February 27th.
B. Projector Screen- Board approved purchase of new high-resolution projector screen for our new(er) projector up to $500, and up to $250 licensing fees for 3 movies.
VI. Calendar
A. Meetings For Year- Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Feb. 4, Mar. 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4 & Annual Meeting August 21, 2016
B. Indianola Days- July 23rd 2016
C. Events- Kids Halloween Party October 31st 5-6 p.m., 21+ Halloween Dance October 30th 8 p.m. & Christmas Party December 20th 3-5 p.m.
D. Game Nights- Becca & Jeremy Ellis requested game nights -open to all. Stay tuned for more info.
VII. Member Comments- No additional comments
Meeting Adjourned at 8:55
Next IBIC meeting is November 5th.
Respectfully submitted by Emily Reckord Young
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2016: Ryan Duckworth, Lisa Fitch, Emily Reckord, Kathy Caldwell2017: Catherine Freeman, Craig Jacobrown, Robert Jones, Bridget Young2018: Jim Aurand, Sandra Bauer, Paul Larson, Juliana Pickrell
OFFICERS: President Kathy Caldwell Secretary Emily Reckord Vice President Sandra Bauer Treasurer Paul Larson
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Dock’s Work Completed, & Open Plans Unveiled for Corner T-Shirt Design Contest Here