Volunteer

Volunteer with the City of Bainbridge Island

City Advisory Groups

The city strongly encourages people from traditionally marginalized communities and under-represented groups, i.e., people of color, immigrants, people with disabilities, trans and gender non-conforming people to apply for City advisory committees. For more information and to fill out an application, visit the City Advisory Groups webpage. 

Water Quality and Flow Monitoring Program

Volunteers will assist with activities such as water sampling, sediment sampling and flow and physiochemistry measurements. City staff will provide training and guidance on the program. For more information, email Christian Berg, Water Resources Specialist.

Kiosk & Dock Host

The Kiosk and Dock Host greets visitors and assists guests and boaters. The volunteer helps guests feel comfortable and welcome by answering questions and providing assistance to boaters. For more information, email harbor@bainbridgewa.gov or call 206-842-5211.

Emergency Flotilla

The Emergency Flotilla is a roster of individuals and their boats that are willing to serve in the event of an emergency. Their duties are to take volunteer requests from the Emergency Operation Center and carry them out on the waters of the City and adjoining waters in King and Kitsap County. For more information, visit Bainbridge Prepares at https://www.bainbridgeprepares.org/ or email info@bainbridgeprepares.org.

Emergency Preparedness & Response Teams

There are 19 teams focused on various aspects of emergency preparedness and response. Learn more about these teams and sign up to volunteer here. For more information, email Anne LeSage, Emergency Manager. 

Adopt-a-Spot

Adopt a Spot volunteers are dedicated to keeping the City of Bainbridge Island clean, one spot at a time! We welcome individuals, households, businesses, and organizations to join this community effort. For more information and to fill out an application, visit the Adopt-A-Spot web page or email Public Works Admin.