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Bay Bank - Top 100 Companies to Work For
 
We are proud to report that Bay Bank, the official bank of the ULHRA has won not one, but two pretigious awards for 2010.
 
 
Bay Bank was honored as one of Washington's 100 Best Companies To Work For. This prestigious statewide recognition came from employee polling in Spring, 2010, as conducted annually with companies of all sizes throughout Washington by Seattle Business Magazine.
 
Bay Bank was recognized for this achievement in June at the publication's annual Awards Ceremony held in Seattle.
 
 
 
 
 


Bay Bank was also honored out of a field of 300 businesses as Oregon's #4 Best Medium-Sized Company for 2010 by Oregon Business Magazine. This is in addition to being recognized as one of Oregon's 100 Best Companies for the second consecutive year. These honors are all about what the magazine calls our proverbial perfect banking experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hydroplane Racer gets RUSH in water

 

Article courtesty of argusleader.com

 

http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/201006220155/COLUMNISTS0113/6220308

 

 

 

 

                                                                         

What comes to mind when you think of Seattle? Boats (Seattle has more pleasure boat owners per capita than any other metropolitan city), hydroplanes (the first hydroplane racing boat was built in Seattle), and rain. On June 19 and 20th, Classic Weekend delivered quintessential Seattle.

            Over 50 Classic Yacht Association yachts adorned the harbor while on the plaza classic cars, classic tunes, and race boats beckoned to waterfront visitors. Two Unlimited Light class hydroplanes, outboard race boats from Seattle Outboard Association, and the vintage 266 hydroplane Miss Havana welcomed in summer in Seattle. The only thing missing was the sunshine. In spite of unseasonably cool and wet weather, several folks climbed in the driver’s seat of an Unlimited Light hydroplane for a photograph and grabbed a copy of Thunder & LIGHTS Magazine before heading down to the marina to vote for their favorite classic wooden yacht. The Port of Seattle has been hosting Classic Weekend at Bell Harbor for over a decade and this last weekend was definitely the wettest and coolest in history. In typical Seattle style where residents are known for their outdoor attitude, spirits remained high. Conversations about classic and current boating, classic and current boat racing and of course, talk about the weather prevailed.  

            Next up for the Unlimited Lights is racing on the Columbia River at TriCities, Washington July 23-24-25.  Preview some of the race craft before the races at various Albertsons stores in the area on July 22nd. Albertsons is also a good location for purchasing general admission tickets. For more information, visit www.waterfollies.com.  

Thanks for coming... and hope to see you next year...

       

         

        

            

                                               

 

 

Classic Weekend 2010

Classic Weekend 2010 presented by the Seattle Waterfront Neighborhood and Metropolitan Improvement District

When: June 18-20, 2010
Seattle Waterfront, Bell Street Plaza at Pier 66 and the Bell Harbor Marina

  • Admission: Free and open to the public.
  • Friday, June 18, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Classic Boat Parade in Elliott Bay as they arrive to Bell Harbor Marina, viewing from Myrtle Edwards Park south to Pier 54 (weather permitting)
  • Saturday, June 19, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Classic Yacht Assoc. vessels, hydroplanes and Classic Autos on Plaza at Pier 66.
  • Sunday, June 20, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Classic Yacht Assoc Vessels, hydroplanes and Classic Autos on Plaza at Pier 66.

There’s something for everyone at Classic Weekend

  • Up to 60 Classic Yachts, many built prior to 1942, most available for boarding Sat & Sun (wear soft-soled shoes)
  • Fabulous Classic Cars
  • Unlimited Light Hydroplanes
  • Classic Tunes
  • Special Waterfront Offers
  • Ideal family outing – bring your father, your sons & daughters, the whole family

We recognize the outstanding community support from the following organizations:
Bell Harbor Marina, Classic Yacht Association, Port of Seattle, Seattle Waterfront Neighborhood District and Unlimited Light Hydroplane Racing Association.

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2010 River City Racin' Cancelled Due to Flood Conditions


06/14/2010
The Pepsi Racing Power Cup Challenge presented by River City Racin’ scheduled for June 19 & 20 has been cancelled for 2010 due to unexpected floodwaters. Plans are underway for the event in 2011.

Reports of debris in the river, as well as, eminent rising Missouri River water levels were further putting the race site in jeopardy. Spectator and race team safety were primary in this decision. Local resources are being utilized for local infrastructure needs and insuring public safety.

River City Racin’ has assessed all options with the assistance and input from multiple agencies including the US Army Corp of Engineers, South Dakota Game Fish & Parks, Brule/Buffalo Emergency Management and City Officials from Chamberlain and Oacoma communities.

It is with great disappointment that the volunteer board of River City Racin’ make this decision. They are grateful for the continued community, statewide and sponsor support of the event and are looking forward to a bigger and better event in 2011.

Tickets and party pods purchased will be redeemable for the 2011 event.  Questions can be directed to info@rivercityracin.org

 

 

Remembering Peter Becker
 
Peter Becker of Burlingame CA passed away recently from an unusually aggressive form of Cancer. Peter was the brother of UL-14 team owner-driver Paul Becker.
 
Peter Becker founded Critical Logic, Inc. and was its CEO at the time of his passing. The company developed technology that dramatically reduces the cost of delivering reliable, error-free software via a unique blend of people, process, and technology, all for the betterment of business. http://www.critical-logic.com
 
He enjoyed boating and was a big hydroplane racing fan. As his brother Paul Becker put it, "Peter supported and encouraged the UL-14 Miss Critical Logic Racing Team since its launch in 2002. In fact, the team never would have happened had it not been for Peter. He was instrumental not only in the team, but in the ULHRA, encouraging other IT companies to get involved with teams and races. Among those that acted on Peter Becker's recommendation were Compuware".
 
He is survived by his wife Sally, son Jonathon, and daughter Elizabeth.
 
A celebration of the life of Peter Becker will be held on Saturday (6-12) at the First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame CA.
 
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to the Diabetic Youth Foundation and the American Cancer Society.
 
 
 
  

 

 

 

 

 

Capsule Certification

We are going to have a small capsule certification in Kent, Wa Tuesday night  June 8th at 9:00 PM If anyone is interested, please contact Dave White at 206-799-8922, or at whitefab@comcast.net 

                           

 

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