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Port approves plaque recognizing former Commissioner Larry Stokes at Fort Orchard Marina Park
Summary
The Port of Bremerton Commission unanimously approved Resolution 2025-02 on Feb. 11 to install a plaque recognizing former Commissioner Larry Stokes at Fort Orchard Marina Park; commissioners discussed wording, punctuation and timing for a spring dedication.
The Port of Bremerton Commission on Feb. 11 approved Resolution 2025-02 recognizing former Commissioner Larry Stokes and authorizing installation of a commemorative plaque at Fort Orchard Marina Park.
Staff presented the proposed plaque language and placement (under the park welcome sign near the entrance), showing minor wording changes made after December discussions. Commissioners discussed punctuation and presentation details; one commissioner suggested removing a hyphen from the name on aesthetic grounds and the group agreed to follow up on ceremony timing. The resolution passed unanimously (Bozeman, Anderson, Stricklejohn voting yes).
Why it matters: The plaque memorializes Stokes’ contributions to the port and will be located at the park entrance; commissioners asked staff to consult Stokes’ family and stakeholders about a spring dedication event and guest list.
Procedure and next steps: Staff will proceed to fabricate the plaque in the approved black finish and coordinate a springtime dedication; commissioners suggested inviting the family, city representatives and local partners who worked with the commissioner.
