Chamber gives out awards

At the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerces’ annual meeting on Oct. 30 at Rosario, business owners and community members enjoyed socializing, food and presentations from the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau, Councilman Rick Hughes and Washington State Ferries

At the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerces’ annual meeting on Oct. 30 at Rosario, business owners and community members enjoyed socializing, food and presentations from the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau, Councilman Rick Hughes and Washington State Ferries.

The board also gave out the following awards to community members.

Community Service Award: Hilary Canty of the Orcas Island Community Foundation.

Environmental Excellence Award: Orcas Food Co-op.

Island Friendly Spirit Award for Customer Service: Michell and Doug Marshall of Office Cupboard.

Business Innovation and Creativity Award: Jared Lovejoy of the Barnacle and Orcas Island Film Festival.

Business Marketing Award: Jared Lovejoy and the Orcas Island Film Festival.