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David Harrison's monthly political analysis. In this conversation: changes in the political map; investigating Trump; and issues that will dominate Congress in 2027. David's blog: https://dsh347.substack.com/ 00:00 Opening 03:42 The midterm vote 27:50 Upcoming investigations 45:15 Issues ahead

County Assessor Phil Cook explains how the tax relief program works, and how to apply. Also: what kind of information you can get from the Assessor’s Office, what’s the difference between market value and assessed value, and more. https://kitsap.gov/assessor 00:00 Opening 03:19 Exemption for age and disability 32:40 Assessor's Office overview

Charlie Averill shares a brief history of how the Bainbridge Rotary's work provided a foundation for our island's Metropolitan Park & Recreation District. That presentation follows a brief recap of the Park Haunted Hayride that just concluded at Battle Point Park. 00:00 Opening 02:08 Haunted Hayride 05:55 History of the Park Department

Should the Bainbridge police department include speed cameras in traffic calming measures? It's a question coming before the City Council. Sustainable Transportation Coordinator Hannah Boettcher and Chief of Police Joe Clark break it down. To take the survey (by Oct. 29) and view open house materials: www.bainbridgewa.gov/1733

Emily Smiley and Elsie Raymond of the Bainbridge BARN's Writers' Studio talk about an upcoming conference for aspiring genre writers, and the full range of ways to connect with writers through BARN. This Saturday, Oct. 24, you can join "Dark & Stormy," a Halloween story-sharing party: https://create.bainbridgebarn.org/event/it-was-a-dark-stormy-night-181751/register

Alan Packer, Islander and AI consultant, joins us to talk about the promise and perils of this hot technology. We have lots of questions, and he is promising at least some answers

Superintendent Amii Thompson and Communications Specialist Bridget Lockett join Reed to discuss the just-completed BISD strategic plan. Related link: https://www.bisd303.org/43352_3

Robert Ardinger joins us to talk about his photography exhibit entitled ‘One Camera, One Lens, One Island, One Year.’

Rosalys Peel and Florrie Munat share their caregiving experience, and we talk about the support they found, and the support they wished they'd had, as they helped their spouses with terminal illnesses. Related links: https://florriemunat.com/ https://mikeandmebook.com/

00:00 Opening 02:34 Lost River Trail 07:21 Japanese American Exclusion Memorial Center Opens 13:56 Ray Williamson Pool Update 20:40 Parks Meetings, Budgets now online

Councilmember Mike Nelson joins us to talk about community access and understanding of the work of the city. City Council contact page: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/217/City-Council Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587613532938 NextDoor page: https://nextdoor.com/profile/01Nf3L9DNQHfpxHcH/

Kitsap County Auditor Paul Andrews gives us the 411 on the upcoming election cycle. KitsapVotes website: https://kitsapvotes.gov Candidate forums: https://www.lwv-kitsap.org/candidate-forums

Sept. 21-25 is Fall Prevention Week. Misty Mountford from Housing Resources Bainbridge gives us tips on how to not be tipsy.

Rob writes, "I try to look at common objects in uncommon ways and I use photography as a springboard to further my creativity & expand the meaning of “what a photograph can be." Online gallery of images: https://biseniorcenter.org/art-gallery/bi-photo-september-2026/

The Alliance for Equitable Healthcare wants to set up a special district to close gaps in West Sound health care. Susan Young explains the effort. Website: https://www.allianceforequitablehealthcare.org/

David Harrison joins us for analysis of the national political scene, as he does every month. This month: Trump and our international alliances and partners, Senate and House update, and how to be the most effective possible donor. David's blog: https://dsh347.substack.com/

Bainbridge Island Parks Commissioner Rachel Pritchett joins us to talk about Battle Point improvements and the Parks' Dept.'s plan for the future priorities. Related link: https://www.biparks.org/about-us/public-information/comprehensive-planning

Maddie Mulligan, Bainbridge Island Book Festival coordinator, previews this year’s event — coming up Sept. 25 & 26. Learn more about what’s on tap and how you can participate. https://www.bainbridgeislandbookfestival.org/ hello@bainbridgeislandbookfestival.org

The nonprofit organization has decided to dissolve, but it's been diligently working to find stewards for its programs. Executive Director Heather Burger outlines the plan for us. https://www.friendsofthefarms.org/

The BI Reads book is Storybook Ending by Moira Macdonald, who joins us to talk about her book and the experience of being a first-time novelist.l

Dr. Stephen Hubbard, a Center member and retired cardiologist, gives a presentation on reducing risk from coronary artery disease.

Councilmember Leslie Schneider joins us to talk about community access and understanding of the work of the city. City Council contact page: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/217/City-Council Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CouncilmemberLeslie

Islander & economist Stephen Hoskins & Planning Commission Vice Chair Sarah Blossom (but will be speaking in a personal capacity), are planning a public meeting on the city's comprehensive plan on Aug. 24. We dig into the issues in this meeting. Links Meeting info and registration https://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-the-heck-is-a-comp-plan-tickets-1997499814717?aff=oddtdtcreator Livable Bain...

Elizabeth Ozimek talks about Bike for Pie, a family friendly bike event supporting Squeaky Wheels, the island's cycling advocacy group. https://squeakywheels.org

The City of Bainbridge Island has posted its annual “Resident-Centric Annual Report." Finance Director DeWayne Pitts gives us an overview in today's podcast. Report: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/29733/FY2025_CitizenCentricReport_07212026?bidId=