Old Town gets a lot of attention....

The Old Town Plan really is a big deal folks. It is getting national attention and our waterfront is getting international attention. Granted it's probably more important locally, especially locally since we own the decisions we've made or will make.

The bottom line is that our little Lettered Streets Neighborhood, the cradle of Bellingham continues to be a significant factor in Bellingham's evolution. So remember to come out and participate.

Coming soon: Next Thursday, July 23rd, [Sustainable Connections is] bringing you one of the regions most successful LEED Platinum developers. Join us for lunch as we hear from Boise developer, Gary Christensen on how public and private development can exceed rigorous standards for energy efficiency, water use reduction, indoor air quality, and recycling, without increasing the initial cost of the building.

Gary completed the Banner Bank Building in downtown Boise, a beautiful 11 story, Class A office building. In August 2006 it was awarded LEED-CS Platinum status by the US Green Building Council, a distinction shared by only 3 private, for-profit developers at the time.

"Green" is the color of money: How to profit with LEED Platinum

Date: Thursday, July 23, 1:00pm
Location: Port of Bellingham, 1801 Roeder Ave
Cost: $10.00 - rsvp required (includes lunch and tour)

Schedule:
1:00pm - lunch and presentation
2:30pm - tour of Old Town redevelopment
3:30pm - tour of the Waterfront redevelopment
5:00pm - Social hour at Nimbus with Gary Christensen, local members from government staff, elected officials and the design and building community.