Port of Bremerton Quarterly Newsletter, Spring 2021
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News from the Port of Bremerton
May 2021
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Number 3
Boating has seen a big surge in growth in the last two years. The Port provides over 900 slips in our two marinas for Kitsap area boaters. Other recreational activities that will be provided on Port property will be the planned auto race track which is being built by Circuit of the Northwest on 250 acres of Port property and, as part of that same plan, the Central State Theatre will be building a brand new theatre on Port property.
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In partnership with Circuit of the Northwest and C Stock (Central Stage Theatre), we were also awarded $1.4 million to build the community theater. Founded in 1986, C Stock is a non-profit community theatre located here in Kitsap County. The new, innovative space will have 200 seats, an indoor/outdoor stage, and amphitheater events, festival entertainment & food truck parking.

Kitsap Public Facilities District Approves $1.4M for Port of Bremerton/CNW Final Design Fees

Kitsap Sun
December 15, 2020 Summary

The Kitsap Public Facilities District board of directors on Monday approved an agreement with the Port of Bremerton to fund the final design of Circuit of the Northwest.

Under the agreement, which the Public Facilities District (PFD) board passed 5-2, the port will front $1.4 million for Circuit of the Northwest’s final design and the PFD will pay the port back over an as-of-yet undetermined number of years.
“I’m very pleased the board has chosen to support this as it’s going to be a great asset to the entire Kitsap community,” Port Commissioner Axel Strakeljahn said.

The port is the public partner for Circuit of the Northwest’s planned $33 million raceway and motorsports facility, which has been under development across the road from Bremerton National Airport for several years.

The facility, which is planned on 230 acres owned by the port, will include a 2.8-mile racetrack, clubhouse and car storage for private members, a community event center and an area for law enforcement, fire and transit agencies to use for training. Earlier this year, Circuit of the Northwest also agreed to be the new home for CSTOCK (Central Stage Theatre) new 200-seat multipurpose theater.

“I'm just glad that the board recognized the economic development portion and the community and regional benefit last night,” Circuit of the Northwest owner Brian Nilsen said.

Circuit of the Northwest received $60,000 from the PFD in June 2018 to pay for a feasibility study. The facilities district board approved an additional $502,000 for an engineering and design study in December 2018.

This latest infusion of funds will pay for final design and construction documents for the public infrastructure of the project – which includes the community event area, regional event center, access roads, parking lots and bridges. Port of Bremerton CEO Jim Rothlin said the port plans to either sell bonds or tap into its reserves to fund the design.

Central Stage Theater (CSTOCK) to Bring Live Theater to the Circuit of the Northwest

The Joel Cohen Group LLC is working closely with Central Stage Theatre to bring the experience of live theater home to Circuit of the Northwest.

SILVERDALE – Central Stage Theatre, known as CSTOCK, will partner with Circuit of the Northwest to build a 200-seat theater at the latter’s raceway and motorsports park facility in Bremerton, after plans with Central Kitsap School District for a similar theater fell through late last year.

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Circuit of the Northwest Partners with the
"For People Who Love Cars" group at
Hagerty and the Hagerty Drivers Club

Hagerty continues its expansion into the world of motorsports through a partnership with Circuit of the Northwest, a new world class racing and motorsports facility

Traverse City, Mich. (Jun 29, 2020) – As part of its ongoing commitment to invest in and grow the world of motorsports, Hagerty is partnering with Circuit of the Northwest (CNW) – a premier racing circuit – to expand its presence in the motorsports and enthusiast industry and to continue to bring exclusive opportunities to its Hagerty Drivers Club members in the Pacific Northwest.

Circuit of the Northwest – slated to open in the fall of 2021 – is a world-class, multi-use racing and motorsports facility currently being built in Bremerton, Washington. The 232-acre facility will include a 14-turn, 2.66-mile road racing course, motocross and kart racing tracks, a STEM education technology center, a research and innovation center, upscale dining and wellness center venues, and concert stages.

“The Pacific Northwest is known for its racetrack enthusiast community and has a large following,” said Derek Prechtl, vice president of motorsports at Hagerty. “Our partnership with the Circuit of the Northwest is one more way Hagerty is getting more involved in motorsports. We see a great opportunity to expand our motorsport portfolio and broaden our reach to offer more unique experiences to members and fellow car enthusiasts.”

Through the partnership, CNW will provide an exclusive offering to Hagerty Drivers Club members on their CNW Founders Membership, with plans to host special events with Hagerty. This strategic partnership builds upon Hagerty’s ongoing mission to expand and protect car culture for future generations through Hagerty’s growing motorsports involvement. Hagerty's recent creation of a dedicated motorsports division has ramped up the company's ability to host events and develop new motorsports partnerships across the country.

“Adding Hagerty as a partner and the opportunity to elevate the experience with our facility even further is really exciting.” said CNW owner and Managing Partner Brian Nilsen. “We will have one of the finest facilities of its kind for top-flight racing and look forward to be a desired destination for motorsports fans from all over the world.”

About Hagerty
Hagerty is an automotive lifestyle company. Our mission is keep driving alive for car lovers and drive positive change in the world. Hagerty is home to Hagerty Drivers Club, DriveShare, Hagerty Valuation Tools, Hagerty Drivers Club magazine, Hagerty Media and MotorsportReg. Hagerty is the world's largest provider of specialty insurance for enthusiast vehicles and supports keeping car culture alive through youth programs, the Historic Vehicle Association (HVA) and the RPM Foundation. For more information, call (800) 922-4050 or visit www.hagerty.com.

About Circuit of the Northwest
Overlooking the Olympic Mountain Range, Circuit of the Northwest will be a premier racing circuit and the first of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. Located in the Port of Bremerton, convenient to both downtown Seattle and Tacoma, Circuit of the Northwest is home to the third Hermann Tilke circuit design in the U.S. Circuit of the Northwest provides public and private opportunities to unite racing and motocross enthusiasts with the Olympic Mountain region. The destination will include state-of-the-art motocross and karting facilities, a shooting range, RV parks, and indoor and outdoor event spaces for public and private use. For more information, visit www.circuitofthenorthwest.com.

Contact us HERE for Special Hagerty Members Membership Pricing

Circuit of the Northwest Names
America’s Automotive Trust its Charity-of-Choice

LeMay – America’s Car Museum among nonprofits to team with world-class motorsports facility to promote tech students and build enthusiasm for car culture and racing

TACOMA, Wash. (June 22, 2020) — America’s Automotive Trust and its nonprofit partner organizations that include LeMay – America’s Car Museum, TechForce Foundation and RPM Foundation, have entered into a strategic alliance with Circuit of the Northwest (CNW) to fuel technical education and careers and enthusiasm around car culture and racing. The relationship includes CNW naming America’s Automotive Trust as its official ““charity-of-choice”, helping to fundraise and promote the mission of these nonprofits.

Circuit of the Northwest – which is slated to open in the fall of 2021 – is a world-class, multi-use racing and motorsports facility currently being built in Bremerton, Washington. The 232-acre facility will include a 14-turn, 2.66-mile road racing course designed by world-renowned circuit designer Hermann Tilke, motocross and kart racing tracks, a STEM Education Technology Center, a Research & Innovation Center, upscale dining and wellness center venues, and concert stages, all adjacent to the Bremerton National Airport. A ceremonial groundbreaking for the project took place in October 2019, in partnership with the Port of Bremerton and the Kitsap Public Facilities District.

“This is going to be a remarkable venue,” said CNW Owner and Managing Partner Brian Nilsen. “It will be one of the finest facilities of its kind in the country and will bring motorsports fans from all over the world to the Pacific Northwest to experience top-flight racing action. CNW will begin first and foremost as a private track, hosting a membership and a technology partner. The track will be built to FIA specifications so future sanctioned racing events will be possible.”

CNW and America’s Automotive Trust will work in tandem to raise awareness for the “Race to 200” where – beginning in July 2020 – 200 founders will be sought and offered special membership privileges before breaking ground. “We’re excited to present a below-market offering to 200 special founders while simultaneously raising over $1 million for our charity-of-choice, America’s Automotive Trust,” said Nilsen.

In working with Circuit of the Northwest, America’s Automotive Trust finds a partner that not only shares its supporters’ love of automobiles and motorsports, but also an organization that can help further its goals of preserving automotive heritage and promoting training and learning that will propel the transportation of the future.
“This alliance allows us to see the efforts of our organizations in action,” said America’s Automotive Trust CEO Jennifer Maher. “Our auto enthusiasts will have a local place to race their cars, collectors will have another venue in which to showcase their treasured automobiles and meet other collectors, and – most importantly – our aspiring student technicians and restoration artisans will have a hands-on opportunity to work on cars, learn from professional techs, and be mentored by true craftsmen. I couldn’t be more excited.”

About Circuit of the Northwest
Overlooking the Olympic Mountain Range, Circuit of the Northwest will be a premier racing circuit and the first of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. Located in the Port of Bremerton, convenient to both downtown Seattle and Tacoma, Circuit of the Northwest is home to the third Hermann Tilke circuit design in the U.S. Circuit of the Northwest provides public and private opportunities to unite racing and motocross enthusiasts with the Olympic Mountain region. The destination will include state-of-the-art motocross and karting facilities, a shooting range, RV parks, and indoor and outdoor event spaces for public and private use. For more information, visit www.circuitofthenorthwest.com.

About America’s Automotive Trust
America’s Automotive Trust convenes like-minded nonprofits working together to preserve and evolve car culture, community, and careers. Each partner organization – LeMay - America’s Car Museum, RPM Foundation, and TechForce Foundation, maintains its own brand identity, 501(c)(3) charitable status, unique mission, and core programs, while pooling resources and working toward a common goal. For more information, visit www.aat.org.

About LeMay – America’s Car Museum
America’s Car Museum (ACM), a member of America's Automotive Trust, is an international destination for families and auto enthusiasts to celebrate America’s love affair with the automobile and learn how it shaped our society. Based in Tacoma, Washington, the stunning 165,000-sq.-ft. facility has been recognized as one of MSN’s 10 Best Automotive Museums worldwide, USA Today’s 10 Best Museums in Seattle and KING5’s Best Museum in Western Washington. ACM serves as an educational center for students of all ages, features 12 rotating exhibits and hosts AAT’s annual Signature Events. For more information, visit www.americascarmusueum.org

Contact us HERE for Special AAT/Lemay Members Membership Pricing