What is The Port Ludlow Voice?
The Port Ludlow Voice was founded in August of 1998 by Ralph Thomas, a relative newcomer to the community, who immediately noted that communication was poor—with little or no cross-communication between the North Bay Beach Club members and Bay Club members living in South Bay. Organizers of community-wide activities did not have a way to reach all residents. When Olympic Property Group conducted a forum to gather input from the community, lack of communication was high on the list. Thomas saw the need and single-handedly founded the publication, frequently funding out of his own pocket until funds were raised. Changes Over the Years: Early issues of the Voice contained about 16 pages and were produced by a minimal staff of 3 and upwards to 6 people. Ralph Thomas was “the business.” As he prepared to resign, it was clear that a team of people was needed to cover all the various tasks he handled. All staff members are volunteers; no one receives a fee of any kind. A 501(c)(4) organizatio
