Topic: Around Here
County Council agenda for Sept. 13
Written on September 12, 2022 at 8:42 am, by Jeff Arnim
The San Juan County Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 9 a.m. The meeting includes a public hearing accepting testimony about emergency and supplemental appropriations to the 2022 County budget. Items up for discussion or action include: Opioid litigation and settlement agreement Draft request for qualifications for the Argyle St. Continue Reading
Notes from the Island — Sept. 12
Written on September 12, 2022 at 6:30 am, by Jeff Arnim
San Juan Island firefighters Michael Henderson, Craig McConnell, and Tom Eades headed off island on Saturday to provide support for the Bolt Creek wildfire in King County. It’s the last day for two exhibitions at the San Juan Islands Art Museum — Looking Into Kabul by James Longley and Lattice II by Henry Jackson-Spieker. Starting Continue Reading
County Council to consider proposal for high-density, permanently affordable housing project in Friday Harbor
Written on September 11, 2022 at 8:06 am, by Jeff Arnim
The San Juan County Council is set to review a proposal that calls for the development of up to 42 units of low- and moderate-income rental housing in downtown Friday Harbor. A draft of a Request for Qualifications related to a 1.75-acre parcel of County-owned land at the corner of Argyle Ave. and Malcom St. Continue Reading
Zelda is the Animal Protection Society’s pet of the week
Written on September 10, 2022 at 5:55 pm, by San Juan Update
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor shares a look at the adoptable animal of the week — Zelda, a five-year-old domestic shorthair tabby. Hi, I’m Zelda! Although you may have already heard the story of how I ended up in the shelter, I’m here to tell you the real, insider story straight from the Continue Reading
County seeks stolen sign help
Written on September 10, 2022 at 3:44 pm, by San Juan Update
The County’s Public Works team requests the public’s help dealing with an increase in stolen street signs. San Juan County is experiencing a slew of street sign thefts, leaving intersections and many popular roads unmarked. County officials are calling for the public’s help in finding and returning missing street signs. In the last two months, Continue Reading
Notes from the Island — Sept. 10
Written on September 10, 2022 at 8:00 am, by Jeff Arnim
Here’s the lineup for today’s farmers market. Friday Harbor High School football knocked off Granite Falls 27-6 last night in the Wolverines’ home opener. The game was called at halftime following the cancellation of the 10 p.m. ferry to Anacortes, allowing the Granite Falls team, cheerleaders, and fans to catch the unscheduled 8:30 p.m. departure. Continue Reading
Water main work on McDonald Street starts Monday
Written on September 9, 2022 at 3:19 pm, by San Juan Update
The Town of Friday Harbor sends along notice about an upcoming construction project off Tucker Ave. Local access to McDonald St. will be disrupted beginning Monday, Sept. 12 into early October while Richard Lawson Construction installs a water main and reconstructs a portion of the street. Although the contractor has been asked to expedite the Continue Reading
Haunted mausoleum runs from Oct. 14-29
Written on September 9, 2022 at 2:08 pm, by San Juan Update
Scouts of San Juan share news about their fall fundraiser. Roche Harbor has graciously offered the use of their mausoleum cemetery to the Scouts of San Juan to run a fundraising haunted experience. From approximately 6-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights from Oct. 14-29, weather permitting, the San Juan Sea Scouts, Scout Troop, and Wolf Continue Reading
Port commissioners move forward with energy improvements at Friday Harbor Airport
Written on September 9, 2022 at 10:19 am, by Jeff Arnim
The commissioners of the Port of Friday Harbor voted last month to perform a comprehensive energy assessment at Friday Harbor Airport, the results from which will guide enhancements to the facility’s energy efficiency and resiliency. The assessment – part of the Port’s five-year capital improvement plan with the Federal Aviation Administration – will take place Continue Reading
Island Jobs: Friday Harbor Labs is hiring a part-time Marine Operations Supervisor
Written on September 9, 2022 at 9:42 am, by Jeff Arnim
The University of Washington’s Friday Harbor Laboratories is looking for a half-time Marine Operations Supervisor to provide waterfront support to all of its research and academic endeavors. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.
County issues wildfire smoke warning
Written on September 8, 2022 at 3:49 pm, by San Juan Update
San Juan County shares information about potential health risks associated with wildfire smoke that is expected to reach the islands Friday through Sunday. Smoke from nearby wildfires is predicted to make its way to San Juan County this weekend, Sept. 9-11. Take precautions to protect yourself and family members if smoke reaches unhealthy levels. “We Continue Reading
After-school sailing club registration open now
Written on September 8, 2022 at 1:47 pm, by San Juan Update
The Sailing Foundation shares the latest news about their after-school sailing program. The San Juan Island Sailing Foundation is again sponsoring low-cost after-school sailing for middle and high school students with any amount of sailing experience — from complete novice to experienced racer. Younger students will be considered based on their maturity and their own Continue Reading
September real estate market snapshot
Written on September 8, 2022 at 11:29 am, by Jeff Arnim
The Simonson and Zambrovitz Team at Coldwell Banker San Juan Island send along this real estate market snapshot for the island. Despite stresses in the broader economic market, median home and land prices on San Juan continue their upward trajectory.
County Council agenda for Sept. 13
Written on September 12, 2022 at 8:42 am, by Jeff Arnim
The San Juan County Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 9 a.m. The meeting includes a public hearing accepting testimony about emergency and supplemental appropriations to the 2022 County budget. Items up for discussion or action include: Opioid litigation and settlement agreement Draft request for qualifications for the Argyle St. Continue Reading
Notes from the Island — Sept. 12
Written on September 12, 2022 at 6:30 am, by Jeff Arnim
San Juan Island firefighters Michael Henderson, Craig McConnell, and Tom Eades headed off island on Saturday to provide support for the Bolt Creek wildfire in King County. It’s the last day for two exhibitions at the San Juan Islands Art Museum — Looking Into Kabul by James Longley and Lattice II by Henry Jackson-Spieker. Starting Continue Reading
County Council to consider proposal for high-density, permanently affordable housing project in Friday Harbor
Written on September 11, 2022 at 8:06 am, by Jeff Arnim
The San Juan County Council is set to review a proposal that calls for the development of up to 42 units of low- and moderate-income rental housing in downtown Friday Harbor. A draft of a Request for Qualifications related to a 1.75-acre parcel of County-owned land at the corner of Argyle Ave. and Malcom St. Continue Reading
Zelda is the Animal Protection Society’s pet of the week
Written on September 10, 2022 at 5:55 pm, by San Juan Update
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor shares a look at the adoptable animal of the week — Zelda, a five-year-old domestic shorthair tabby. Hi, I’m Zelda! Although you may have already heard the story of how I ended up in the shelter, I’m here to tell you the real, insider story straight from the Continue Reading
County seeks stolen sign help
Written on September 10, 2022 at 3:44 pm, by San Juan Update
The County’s Public Works team requests the public’s help dealing with an increase in stolen street signs. San Juan County is experiencing a slew of street sign thefts, leaving intersections and many popular roads unmarked. County officials are calling for the public’s help in finding and returning missing street signs. In the last two months, Continue Reading
Notes from the Island — Sept. 10
Written on September 10, 2022 at 8:00 am, by Jeff Arnim
Here’s the lineup for today’s farmers market. Friday Harbor High School football knocked off Granite Falls 27-6 last night in the Wolverines’ home opener. The game was called at halftime following the cancellation of the 10 p.m. ferry to Anacortes, allowing the Granite Falls team, cheerleaders, and fans to catch the unscheduled 8:30 p.m. departure. Continue Reading
Water main work on McDonald Street starts Monday
Written on September 9, 2022 at 3:19 pm, by San Juan Update
The Town of Friday Harbor sends along notice about an upcoming construction project off Tucker Ave. Local access to McDonald St. will be disrupted beginning Monday, Sept. 12 into early October while Richard Lawson Construction installs a water main and reconstructs a portion of the street. Although the contractor has been asked to expedite the Continue Reading
Haunted mausoleum runs from Oct. 14-29
Written on September 9, 2022 at 2:08 pm, by San Juan Update
Scouts of San Juan share news about their fall fundraiser. Roche Harbor has graciously offered the use of their mausoleum cemetery to the Scouts of San Juan to run a fundraising haunted experience. From approximately 6-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights from Oct. 14-29, weather permitting, the San Juan Sea Scouts, Scout Troop, and Wolf Continue Reading
Port commissioners move forward with energy improvements at Friday Harbor Airport
Written on September 9, 2022 at 10:19 am, by Jeff Arnim
The commissioners of the Port of Friday Harbor voted last month to perform a comprehensive energy assessment at Friday Harbor Airport, the results from which will guide enhancements to the facility’s energy efficiency and resiliency. The assessment – part of the Port’s five-year capital improvement plan with the Federal Aviation Administration – will take place Continue Reading
Island Jobs: Friday Harbor Labs is hiring a part-time Marine Operations Supervisor
Written on September 9, 2022 at 9:42 am, by Jeff Arnim
The University of Washington’s Friday Harbor Laboratories is looking for a half-time Marine Operations Supervisor to provide waterfront support to all of its research and academic endeavors. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.
County issues wildfire smoke warning
Written on September 8, 2022 at 3:49 pm, by San Juan Update
San Juan County shares information about potential health risks associated with wildfire smoke that is expected to reach the islands Friday through Sunday. Smoke from nearby wildfires is predicted to make its way to San Juan County this weekend, Sept. 9-11. Take precautions to protect yourself and family members if smoke reaches unhealthy levels. “We Continue Reading
After-school sailing club registration open now
Written on September 8, 2022 at 1:47 pm, by San Juan Update
The Sailing Foundation shares the latest news about their after-school sailing program. The San Juan Island Sailing Foundation is again sponsoring low-cost after-school sailing for middle and high school students with any amount of sailing experience — from complete novice to experienced racer. Younger students will be considered based on their maturity and their own Continue Reading
September real estate market snapshot
Written on September 8, 2022 at 11:29 am, by Jeff Arnim
The Simonson and Zambrovitz Team at Coldwell Banker San Juan Island send along this real estate market snapshot for the island. Despite stresses in the broader economic market, median home and land prices on San Juan continue their upward trajectory.