The Birch Bay Buzz
A Weekly Publication of the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce

June 15, 2022
A Word from the Director,

Despite what the weather might imply, summer is upon us! We couldn't be more excited to bring you fun, engaging family-friendly events this season. Stay tuned, and be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more information as we solidify our summer event series!

Though it seems like Birch Bay is a bit slower than is typical in June, we getting feedback and have been hearing responses from the community about the lack of public bathrooms in Birch Bay. This is a very important issue for the Chamber of Commerce and we are actively working on solutions to this problem. Today we sent a letter to Whatcom County Council and other important partners in Whatcom County requesting their assistance with both a temporary and permanent solution to this need.

If you would like to read this letter in its entirety, you can do so on our website by clicking HERE.

If you have any information you would like to share with our Membership and community please email director@birchbaychamber.com by Monday. Newsletters will be sent every Wednesday.
MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON THIS WEEK:
KITE FEST 2022!
Be sure to check out our website - there is tons of info there on Kite Fest 2022... but these events need registration so we wanted to make sure you knew about them! www.birchbaychamber.com/events
MEMBER INFO:
STATION 49 - Live Entertainment!
Saturday 3:00 PM
D'vas and Dudes

Sunday 3:00 PM
Mike Bonds
L&I has implemented temporary emergency rules for Outdoor Heat and Wildfire Smoke exposure
From June 15 through the end of September 2022, Washington employers must monitor temperature and air quality for their employees who work outdoors regularly and take additional steps to protect those workers from heat and smoke hazards. This includes retail delivery drivers, lumber yards, equipment servicing, and nursery workers. These emergency rules will be enforced while permanent rules are in development by L&I. More information can be found at these links:



Employers are required to:

  • Include wildfire smoke response and outdoor heat exposure in their written Accident Prevention Plan

  • Train workers on the hazards, mitigation steps, and plans for responding to related problems before being allowed to work in excessive heat or wildfire smoke conditions
Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce
4819 Alderson Rd #103, Blaine WA 98230
(360) 371-5004
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