The San Juan County Department of Emergency Management is looking for housing for 10-20 emergency responders arriving on San Juan Island tomorrow to work on the recovery of the sunken Aleutian Isle fishing vessel. Some responders only need to stay for one night; others might be on the island for up to two weeks. If Continue Reading
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Friday Harbor Port Commission agenda for Aug. 24
August 23, 2022 at 3:50 pm
The Friday Harbor Port Commission will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 24 at 12 p.m. Items up for action or discussion at Wednesday’s meeting include: Adoption of the 2023-2027 Airport Capital Improvement Plan — aviation fuel, new taxiways and hangars, hangar rebuilds, energy efficiency Advertising a request for proposals for the Spring Street Continue Reading
Notes from the Island — Aug. 23
August 23, 2022 at 8:45 am
Here’s the latest information on the response to the sinking of the fishing vessel Aleutian Isle. It’s game night at Medio Cafe (680 Spring St.), starting at 6 p.m. Bring a favorite game that you’d like to play. All ages and experience levels are welcome, but kids under the age of 13 need to come Continue Reading
County Council agenda for Aug. 23
August 22, 2022 at 12:27 pm
The San Juan County Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 23 at 9 a.m. Items up for discussion or action include: Second 2022 budget amendments Overview of Current Use and Designated Forest Land special tax programs Sustainable Tourism Management Plan update Marine Program update Approve a resolution naming Jason Bradshaw as general Continue Reading
Island Jobs: Starr Excavation is hiring an Administrative Assistant
August 19, 2022 at 10:06 am
Starr Excavation & Septic is looking for an Administrative Assistant to assist with office duties and other administrative tasks. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.
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