Topic: Government
LWV SJs to Host Meeting on Moderating
Written on September 10, 2016 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans is pleased to bring Diane Berreth, professional moderator and facilitator, from Orcas Island to present a program “Moderating Election (and other) Panels, Forums and Debates” at its monthly meeting on Monday, Sept. 19 from noon to 2 p.m. at the San Juan Island Public Library. This Continue Reading
Parks, Trails & Natural Areas Plan
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Parks, Trails and Natural Areas Plan (PTNA) provides direction for the development, management and acquisition of parks, trails, non-motorized transportation facilities, and natural areas for the Parks & Fair Department, Land Bank, and Public Works Departments of the County. New with this update is incorporation of the County’s Non-Motorized Transportation Plan. The PTNA provides Continue Reading
Council Congratulates NPS
Written on August 30, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Council congratulates the National Park Service on its August 25, 2016 centennial anniversary. We who live in the San Juan Islands are fortunate to have had a National Historic Landmark site designated in 1961 which commemorates and preserves the history of our founding. We recognize the National Park Service’s dedication to Continue Reading
Remembering 9/11
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor Carrie Lacher shares these thoughts as we near the 15th anniversary of the events of September 11th, 2001… This year our Nation and our community mark the 15th anniversary of 9/11. While we continue to grieve that traumatic day and our tragic losses, we also have a renewed opportunity to re-commit to the unity, dedication, Continue Reading
Mayor Lacher Receives AWC’s Certificate of Advanced Municipal Leadership
Written on August 27, 2016 at 10:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor Carrie Lacher was recently awarded the Certificate of Advanced Municipal Leadership (CML) by the Association of Washington Cities. Mayor Lacher earned the certificate by completing over 60 learning credits through several workshops and meetings offered by the AWC to mayors and council members of Washington cities and towns. The CML program includes training on Continue Reading
Rick at the Fair
Written on August 19, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Diane Martindale shares this announcement… On Friday, August 19, Congressman Rick Larsen will be at the San Juan County Fair on San Juan Island to meet islanders. He will be there from 1:00 – 3:30 pm and is happy to discuss issues in the county and the status of bills in Congress. Please come and Continue Reading
Steve Wehrly is Running for County Council
Written on July 13, 2016 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Wehrly for Council Campaign Plan and Election Platform To the Voters of San Juan County, Washington: Thanks for the opportunity to ask for your vote to elect me to the San Juan County Council, Position One, San Juan Island Residency District. My resume is attached with this Plan and Platform. A separate Position Paper on issues Continue Reading
Undervotes, Overvotes, and Write-ins
Written on July 12, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is the seventh in a series of articles about elections in Washington State by San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley. The County Auditor administers elections and voter registration in the County… Let’s face it: sometimes you don’t know who to vote for. Maybe it’s a judge, or maybe it’s a state position you’re Continue Reading
Frank Penwell Enters the Race
Written on July 11, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Citizens, I am running for County Council Position 1. I am best known for my integrity, charitable activities, and for starting Community Treasures. I do not support polluting our County rural roads with political signs, so I invite you to visit my website to review my platform and leadership experiences over the last 40 Continue Reading
DACA/DAPA Update
Written on July 11, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island School District and planning committee members have planned a DACA/DAPA Update Session for Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 6:00 pm, at the San Juan Community Theatre. The purpose of this meeting is for participants to learn about the decision of the Supreme Court and how it impacts students, families and our Continue Reading
EMS Chief Discusses the Upcoming Levy
Written on July 8, 2016 at 12:05 pm, by Tim Dustrude
EMS Chief Jerry Martin shares these thoughts on the levy… Asking the voters to approve a levy increase is never popular, even in good times. But approval of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levy is responsible and conservative, and will ensure the financial viability of our system for years to come. On August 2, voters will be asked Continue Reading
Cultural Access Washington
Written on July 7, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
You are invited to listen to a presentation by D. David Brown Interim Executive Director of Cultural Access Washington on July 8th. The meeting will be held from noon – 1:30 in the Legislative Hearing Room of the County Council Offices (55 Second Street across from the County Court House). The time has been picked Continue Reading
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy
Written on July 4, 2016 at 7:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy On June 30th the San Juan County Public Hospital District board adopted a 2017 EMS Budget that affirmed that San Juan EMS must have 50 cents per $1000 in assessed property values to maintain core operations. Critics have advised voters to disapprove the 50 cent levy on the theory Continue Reading
Candidate Bill Bryant to Visit F.H.
Written on July 2, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Michelle Loftus shares this notice with you… Washington State Governor Candidate Bill Bryant(R) will be visiting Friday Harbor on Tuesday July 12th. Mr. Bryant is familiar with San Juan Island from many previous visits. As Seattle Port Commissioner he will appreciate our island’s busy season as our local ports are providing peak service. Mr. Bryant has Continue Reading
LWVSJ Voter Forums in July
Written on June 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
In San Juan County we have various choices before us as voters, coming up in the primary election. To keep us informed, the League of Women Voters of the San Juans is holding the following forums for the public. Election day is August 2, 2016 and the ballots will be mailed out by the Elections Continue Reading
Burn Permits Expire and Fireworks Illegal
Written on June 29, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a reminder from the County: Burn Permits Expire June 30th & Fireworks Illegal The warm weather at the end of June brings with it the end to outdoor yard debris burning throughout San Juan County, all burn permits expire on June 30th. Both larger land clearing piles and ten foot diameter yard cleanup burn Continue Reading
Democracy Place
Written on June 28, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
State Senator Kevin Ranker and State Representative Kris Lytton joined San Juan County Democrats on June 21st for the grand opening of Democracy Place, the county party’s 2016 election headquarters. Located at 335 Argyle Ave. in Friday Harbor under the big, new red, white and blue sign, Democracy Place is staffed by local party volunteers and is open Continue Reading
Road Construction Updates
Written on June 25, 2016 at 9:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s summer time and that means road construction. Here are updates from the Town of Friday Harbor on a couple of projects. First, Tucker Avenue, and then the water main replacement out on San Juan Valley and Wold Roads… Tucker Avenue Reconstruction Project – Phase 1 What to expect for the week of June 27th through July Continue Reading
Marilyn O’Connor to Retire
Written on June 20, 2016 at 11:12 am, by Tim Dustrude
Edit: This story has been updated to include the invitation in the last paragraph… Marilyn O’Connor will retire on June 30 from the Port of Friday Harbor. She has been with the Port for 31 years. Since November 2007 she has served as Executive Director. Before then, she held the positions of Port Auditor and Continue Reading
Dems HQ Grand Opening
Written on June 18, 2016 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a reminder, the Grand opening of “Democracy Corner,” the San Juan County Democrats 2016 election headquarters in Friday Harbor, will be on Tuesday, June 21st from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Everyone is invited to join State Representative Kris Lytton, State Senator Kevin Ranker and local party leaders and volunteers to kick off the Continue Reading
Port of Friday Harbor Welcomes New Port Director
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Port of Friday Harbor Commission is pleased to announce Ted Fitzgerald of Brookings Oregon as the new Executive Director at the Port of Friday Harbor beginning July 1. After evaluation of more than 30 applications from around the country, Ted was chosen as the most qualified candidate to lead the Port of Friday Harbor. Continue Reading
The “A Team” and Ballot Processing
Written on June 14, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is the sixth in a series of articles about elections in Washington State by San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley. The County Auditor administers elections and voter registration in the County. If you’ve visited the Elections office around Election Day, you may have seen a group of people sitting around the table in Continue Reading
LWV SJs to Host Meeting on Moderating
Written on September 10, 2016 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans is pleased to bring Diane Berreth, professional moderator and facilitator, from Orcas Island to present a program “Moderating Election (and other) Panels, Forums and Debates” at its monthly meeting on Monday, Sept. 19 from noon to 2 p.m. at the San Juan Island Public Library. This Continue Reading
Parks, Trails & Natural Areas Plan
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Parks, Trails and Natural Areas Plan (PTNA) provides direction for the development, management and acquisition of parks, trails, non-motorized transportation facilities, and natural areas for the Parks & Fair Department, Land Bank, and Public Works Departments of the County. New with this update is incorporation of the County’s Non-Motorized Transportation Plan. The PTNA provides Continue Reading
Council Congratulates NPS
Written on August 30, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Council congratulates the National Park Service on its August 25, 2016 centennial anniversary. We who live in the San Juan Islands are fortunate to have had a National Historic Landmark site designated in 1961 which commemorates and preserves the history of our founding. We recognize the National Park Service’s dedication to Continue Reading
Remembering 9/11
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor Carrie Lacher shares these thoughts as we near the 15th anniversary of the events of September 11th, 2001… This year our Nation and our community mark the 15th anniversary of 9/11. While we continue to grieve that traumatic day and our tragic losses, we also have a renewed opportunity to re-commit to the unity, dedication, Continue Reading
Mayor Lacher Receives AWC’s Certificate of Advanced Municipal Leadership
Written on August 27, 2016 at 10:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor Carrie Lacher was recently awarded the Certificate of Advanced Municipal Leadership (CML) by the Association of Washington Cities. Mayor Lacher earned the certificate by completing over 60 learning credits through several workshops and meetings offered by the AWC to mayors and council members of Washington cities and towns. The CML program includes training on Continue Reading
Rick at the Fair
Written on August 19, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Diane Martindale shares this announcement… On Friday, August 19, Congressman Rick Larsen will be at the San Juan County Fair on San Juan Island to meet islanders. He will be there from 1:00 – 3:30 pm and is happy to discuss issues in the county and the status of bills in Congress. Please come and Continue Reading
Steve Wehrly is Running for County Council
Written on July 13, 2016 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Wehrly for Council Campaign Plan and Election Platform To the Voters of San Juan County, Washington: Thanks for the opportunity to ask for your vote to elect me to the San Juan County Council, Position One, San Juan Island Residency District. My resume is attached with this Plan and Platform. A separate Position Paper on issues Continue Reading
Undervotes, Overvotes, and Write-ins
Written on July 12, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is the seventh in a series of articles about elections in Washington State by San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley. The County Auditor administers elections and voter registration in the County… Let’s face it: sometimes you don’t know who to vote for. Maybe it’s a judge, or maybe it’s a state position you’re Continue Reading
Frank Penwell Enters the Race
Written on July 11, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Citizens, I am running for County Council Position 1. I am best known for my integrity, charitable activities, and for starting Community Treasures. I do not support polluting our County rural roads with political signs, so I invite you to visit my website to review my platform and leadership experiences over the last 40 Continue Reading
DACA/DAPA Update
Written on July 11, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island School District and planning committee members have planned a DACA/DAPA Update Session for Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 6:00 pm, at the San Juan Community Theatre. The purpose of this meeting is for participants to learn about the decision of the Supreme Court and how it impacts students, families and our Continue Reading
EMS Chief Discusses the Upcoming Levy
Written on July 8, 2016 at 12:05 pm, by Tim Dustrude
EMS Chief Jerry Martin shares these thoughts on the levy… Asking the voters to approve a levy increase is never popular, even in good times. But approval of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levy is responsible and conservative, and will ensure the financial viability of our system for years to come. On August 2, voters will be asked Continue Reading
Cultural Access Washington
Written on July 7, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
You are invited to listen to a presentation by D. David Brown Interim Executive Director of Cultural Access Washington on July 8th. The meeting will be held from noon – 1:30 in the Legislative Hearing Room of the County Council Offices (55 Second Street across from the County Court House). The time has been picked Continue Reading
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy
Written on July 4, 2016 at 7:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy On June 30th the San Juan County Public Hospital District board adopted a 2017 EMS Budget that affirmed that San Juan EMS must have 50 cents per $1000 in assessed property values to maintain core operations. Critics have advised voters to disapprove the 50 cent levy on the theory Continue Reading
Candidate Bill Bryant to Visit F.H.
Written on July 2, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Michelle Loftus shares this notice with you… Washington State Governor Candidate Bill Bryant(R) will be visiting Friday Harbor on Tuesday July 12th. Mr. Bryant is familiar with San Juan Island from many previous visits. As Seattle Port Commissioner he will appreciate our island’s busy season as our local ports are providing peak service. Mr. Bryant has Continue Reading
LWVSJ Voter Forums in July
Written on June 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
In San Juan County we have various choices before us as voters, coming up in the primary election. To keep us informed, the League of Women Voters of the San Juans is holding the following forums for the public. Election day is August 2, 2016 and the ballots will be mailed out by the Elections Continue Reading
Burn Permits Expire and Fireworks Illegal
Written on June 29, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a reminder from the County: Burn Permits Expire June 30th & Fireworks Illegal The warm weather at the end of June brings with it the end to outdoor yard debris burning throughout San Juan County, all burn permits expire on June 30th. Both larger land clearing piles and ten foot diameter yard cleanup burn Continue Reading
Democracy Place
Written on June 28, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
State Senator Kevin Ranker and State Representative Kris Lytton joined San Juan County Democrats on June 21st for the grand opening of Democracy Place, the county party’s 2016 election headquarters. Located at 335 Argyle Ave. in Friday Harbor under the big, new red, white and blue sign, Democracy Place is staffed by local party volunteers and is open Continue Reading
Road Construction Updates
Written on June 25, 2016 at 9:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s summer time and that means road construction. Here are updates from the Town of Friday Harbor on a couple of projects. First, Tucker Avenue, and then the water main replacement out on San Juan Valley and Wold Roads… Tucker Avenue Reconstruction Project – Phase 1 What to expect for the week of June 27th through July Continue Reading
Marilyn O’Connor to Retire
Written on June 20, 2016 at 11:12 am, by Tim Dustrude
Edit: This story has been updated to include the invitation in the last paragraph… Marilyn O’Connor will retire on June 30 from the Port of Friday Harbor. She has been with the Port for 31 years. Since November 2007 she has served as Executive Director. Before then, she held the positions of Port Auditor and Continue Reading
Dems HQ Grand Opening
Written on June 18, 2016 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a reminder, the Grand opening of “Democracy Corner,” the San Juan County Democrats 2016 election headquarters in Friday Harbor, will be on Tuesday, June 21st from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Everyone is invited to join State Representative Kris Lytton, State Senator Kevin Ranker and local party leaders and volunteers to kick off the Continue Reading
Port of Friday Harbor Welcomes New Port Director
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Port of Friday Harbor Commission is pleased to announce Ted Fitzgerald of Brookings Oregon as the new Executive Director at the Port of Friday Harbor beginning July 1. After evaluation of more than 30 applications from around the country, Ted was chosen as the most qualified candidate to lead the Port of Friday Harbor. Continue Reading
The “A Team” and Ballot Processing
Written on June 14, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is the sixth in a series of articles about elections in Washington State by San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley. The County Auditor administers elections and voter registration in the County. If you’ve visited the Elections office around Election Day, you may have seen a group of people sitting around the table in Continue Reading