Voice of Vashon has received a major grant from Puget Sound Energy Foundation. The $15,000 grant will fund the final phase of development of the Island's emergency broadcasting system on 1650AM.

At the presentation ceremony, held Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at the Voice of Vashon studios at Paradise Ridge, Foundation President Andy Wapler presented the check to Voice of Vashon Board President Jeanne Dougherty as emergency broadcast system volunteers Jeff Hoyt and Susan McCabe looked on.

Vashon's own Puget Sound Energy Service Center Manager Patti McClements was there for the celebration. She works closely with Voice of Vashon volunteers during power outage emergencies. The system also provides information on ferry disruptions, road closures and -- during major storms and other emergencies -- provides comprehensive round-the-clock emergency information to Island residents for their safety and comfort.