Village News

by Carolyn O’Keeffe, President; SBCA Board of Directors Welcome to April 2026! We made it to Spring! Our Health and Fitness Committee had an Open House in late March providing a demonstration and information on the new weights equipment. They are planning drop-in sessions for members this month and will be sending notifications out via the SBCA eBlasts. Changes to the lockers in our two locker rooms did not occur in March as planned due to questions regarding the locker mat

In just two short years, Chimacum School District has transformed early learning outcomes, and the results are drawing attention. This fall, 83% of incoming kindergarten students at Chimacum Creek Primary School demonstrated readiness across all six developmental and learning domains, according to the Washington Kindergarten Inventory of Developing Skills (WaKIDS). Two years ago, just thirteen percent of Chimacum students met the same benchmark. Last year, readiness had jum

Friday, March 6 , 8:30 – 10 a.m. – Pancake Breakfast benefiting the PLVC Trails Committee** Thursday, March 12 , 9:30 – 11 a.m. – Monthly Board meeting ** Thursday, March 12 , 1 p.m. – Richard Tucker, Jefferson County Land Trust*** Friday, March 13 , 5 p.m. – Members Social – bring your favorite appetizers!** Thursday, March 19 , 1 p.m. - First Nations presentation with David Brownell – topic TBD *** Tuesday, March 24 , 1 p.m. – Jefferson Healthcare, Preventing Falls and Hi

by Carolyn O’Keeffe, President; SBCA Board of Directors Welcome to March 2026 and spring! The crocus and daffodils are peeking out of the ground and leaves are budding out on our trees and shrubs. It’s a welcome relief from the winter greys and browns! We continue to move forward on our Reserve projects at the Bay Club. Our Weight Room has had its remake, and we’ve received positive feedback on all the changes. We’re adding info sessions for members on how each piece of equ

by Mike Wilson, General Manager What a great start to the New Year! Congratulations to all the Seahawks fans on an incredible Super Bowl winning season. I hope everyone truly enjoyed the game. Being a champion is a special feeling, and the celebration is well‑deserved. As we look ahead to our Annual Meeting on Saturday, April 18 , we have begun the mailing process. Homeowners recently received an email with a form to authorize electronic communication. I cannot emphasize eno

by Geoff Lang, Port Ludlow Village Council President The Seahawks have the 12s, but we have the 219s! We have recently wrapped up our annual resident survey where we asked people about what matters to them and where they would like us to focus our energy for the next year. Who are the 219s? Those are the residents who responded to our survey! This may seem like a small number compared to the roughly 1800 homes we serve. However, in late 2024 when we last did this, we only r

by Lois Grazioli, Port Ludlow Village Council, Community Activities Chair As we bid farewell to a surprisingly mild winter, your Village Council is in the planning phase of its Community Yard Sale/Spring Fair. This is a great opportunity to do some spring cleaning and search for merch to sell at this well-attended annual event. In addition to booths of gently used and new items, there will be music, arts and crafts, plants, food and beverages, as well as our popular bake sa

The Port Ludlow Village Council (PLVC) monthly board meeting, held on February 5, served as a critical forum for multi-agency reporting and community discourse. Key updates from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and East Jefferson Fire Rescue highlighted localized public safety trends, including a significant focus on traffic management and specialized emergency responses. Administratively, the Council successfully moved to adopt its updated Policy and Procedure Manual, s

by Mike Wilson, General Manager As we begin 2026, several important initiatives are underway at the Beach Club. We recently welcomed our new Accounting Manager Kathi Pugh, who has already made valuable contributions by refining our accounting processes. I appreciate the time and expertise she has dedicated to improving our operations. We are also preparing to launch our new HOA software for residents in the coming months. Phil Racine, Bob Shaw, and Kathi Pugh have invested ex

by Carolyn O’Keeffe, President, SBCA Board of Directors Welcome to February 2026! Our Activities Committee’s subcommittee on ‘Informational and Educational Presentations’ has put together quite a stellar list of presentations scheduled for the rest of the year. Continuing with us through May will be David Brownell’s presentations on the First Nations. His presentations are free to all and open to the greater Port Ludlow community. Added to our schedule will be presentation

by Gary Hammond, Treasurer, Port Ludlow Village Council I am the Treasurer for the Port Ludlow Village Council (PLVC), and I am a volunteer. Everyone on the PLVC is a volunteer. The Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Not only are the Council members volunteers, but everyone who contributes to our committees are also volunteers. You probably know our Trails Committee best as they work tirelessly to keep the Port Ludlow trails safe for us all, but all of our committ

This briefing synthesizes the critical information presented at the Port Ludlow Village Council meeting on January 6. Jefferson County PUD Update ● Power Grid Update: Weathering the atmospheric rivers ○ Widespread Impact: At the peak of the storm, over 10,200 homes, more than 50% of all PUD customers, lost power. ○ Understanding Repair Times: The complexity of the damage determines how long repairs take. A standard utility pole takes 6-8 hours to repair, whil

by Mike Wilson, General Manager After 20 years of dedicated service to our community, Brian Belmont has retired. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Brian for his graciousness and support during this transition. I will truly miss our daily conversations and the opportunity to learn from his deep knowledge of the Port Ludlow area. As your new General Manager, I am excited, a little anxious, and eager to begin this journey with you. I believe in open and honest communic

by Geoff Lang, President, Port Ludlow Village Council Happy New Year! As the Holidays begin to fade into the background and we welcome the slowly lengthening days, I am remembering the warmth and graciousness of our Thanksgiving. We were invited to our dear friend's home for dinner who, when hearing we had family in town, extended the invitation saying, “There is always room at our table!” We had a wonderful meal, engaging conversation, and camaraderie with their friends and

This briefing synthesizes the critical information presented at the Port Ludlow Village Council meeting on December 4, 2025. Key developments include a major proposed surcharge for a wastewater treatment plant upgrade, significant updates on local electrical infrastructure, a new push to schedule Hood Canal Bridge openings, and a stark warning about the Jefferson County budget crisis. Port Ludlow Associates (PLA) Wastewater Project: PLA announced a multi-phase project to upg

Do you have what it takes to cook the best chili? Sign up in advance at the Beach Club to participate as one of the entrants in this year’s competition. If cooking isn’t your strength, but you enjoy tasting chili, you can also sign up to attend the event. Please bring a side dish that serves 8 – 10 people to share with others. During the event, guests will have an opportunity to taste all the chili entries and vote for their favorite. Prizes will be awarded to the winners, ma

by Carolyn O’Keeffe, President, SBCA Board of Directors Happy New Year, and welcome to January 2026! We made it through the winter holidays and all the activities, family and joy they bring. Shopping with my 7-year-old and 9-year-old grandsons to find toys for the Toys for Tots drive gave me a glimpse into words in their vocabularies, games they love and nonstop energy! Lunch was a welcome reprieve. At the Bay Club, our Activities Team of volunteers created a magical place