Daily Update Newsletter
Student Conservation Corps, Trails Crew essential during summer
Summer is a big season for the park districts. Warm weather means more parkgoers, more plant growth, and…
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BI parks district staff form first-ever union
About 72% of parks services staff at the Bainbridge Island Metro Parks and Recreation District have officially voted…
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New long-term goal at the BI parks district: stabilization
The Bainbridge Island Metro Parks and Recreation District adopted its 2026 Comprehensive Plan at the board’s Feb. 19…
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BI Parks honors outgoing Commissioner Janow at Dec. meeting
The Dec. 18 meeting of the BI Metro Parks and Recreation District concluded former parks commissioner Dawn Janow’s…
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Parks ‘level of service’ performing well, still room for improvement
As Bainbridge Island’s park district decides what to focus on in the next 25 years, an assessment of…
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Hilltop Meadow could be next spot for controlled burn on BI
A coalition of public agencies and nonprofit organizations have teamed up to bring prescribed burns to more natural…
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Ray Williamson Pool renovation drains parks budget
An incoming La Niña year spells a stormy winter for the Pacific Northwest — and the 2026 budget…
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BI Parks candidates outline priorities ahead of election
Bainbridge Islanders love their parks, and the parks are at a critical juncture.
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BI Parks goals to include community organizations
The Bainbridge Island Metro Park and Recreation District board discussed the goals and objectives that it will establish…
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BI Parks acquires Fort Ward Community Hall
Ownership of one of the oldest structures on Bainbridge Island has changed hands.
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Parks district receives mixed messages from public in survey
At its Aug. 21 meeting, the Bainbridge Island Metro Park and Recreation District revealed initial returns from its…
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Bee-friendly meadow updates coming to Battle Point Park
Starting next spring, Battle Point Park is going bee-friendly.
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BI Parks begins retrofitting radio tower for emergency use
An earthquake, fire or storm can shake the firmaments and create chaos, but if the park district and…