Farmers cooperative, Del Fox Meats to host barbecue
The North Cascades Meat Producers Cooperative and Del Fox Meats will present their plans to bring expanded USDA-inspected meat processing to Snohomish, Island, Skagit, and Whatcom Counties at a special barbecue dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 6 at the Stanwood Camano Community Fair grounds, 6431 Pioneer Highway, Stanwood. More information is at www.agbizcenter.org/private-classes-workshops/event/79/North-Cascades-Meat-Producers-Cooperative-
Partner at Moss Adams takes over specialty taxes group
Accounting and business consulting firm Moss Adams has announced a leadership change to its specialty tax services group. Partner Marke Greene, a 14-year veteran of tax consulting, has taken over as national partner in charge, replacing Keith Palmer, who has been with the firm since 1979 and will retire at the end of 2014. Greene will work in Seattle. The firm has an Everett office with close to 100 employees.
Bothell roofing company recognized for excellence, quality
North Creek Roofing Inc. of Bothell was recently honored with CertainTeed Corporation’s Select ShingleMaster Tenured Member Status. This credential represents the highest standards of excellence, quality and knowledge in the shingle roofing industry. The program provides contractors with high-level training and tools to improve installation skills, and enhanced roofing product information.
Forestry field day planned near Arlington
The North Puget Sound Forestry Field Day for woodland owners is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at 13818 184th St. NE (Mattson Road) near Arlington. The cost is $35 per person or $45 per couple. To register or learn more, visit http://forestry.wsu.edu/nps/events/fieldday/or contact WSU Extension Forestry at 425-357-6023.
Changes helps spur solar projects
The Washington State Building Code Council unanimously approved a change in state law that allows installation of simple rooftop solar photovoltaic systems without review by an engineer. This change removes an estimated $500 to $2,500 in project costs and up to eight weeks of wait time for homeowners without compromising structural safety.
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