Topic: Government
Office Closure
Written on June 6, 2018 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Community Development Office Closure Due to increased volume in permitting activity, DCD will be closed to the public on Wednesday, June 13, for uninterrupted plan review. Please plan accordingly, and thank you for your patience.
LTAC Funds Available
Written on June 4, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lodging Tax grant funds available to promote 2019 tourism in Friday Harbor. The Town of Friday Harbor’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) is now accepting applications for grants to fund tourism promotion of events and activities taking place within the town in 2019. Preference will be given to those operations and activities that encourage tourists Continue Reading
Board and Commission Positions Available
Written on June 4, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County’s website at: http://sanjuanco.com/641/Board-Committee-Vacancies. Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory committee should fill out an Advisory Committee Application or Contact the Council Continue Reading
Nick Power Announces Candidacy
Written on June 1, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nicholas (Nick) Power is pleased to announce his candidacy for the position of San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney. Nick hopes to provide voters with an opportunity to elect someone who is committed to honesty, transparency and accountability. Nick sees the position of Prosecuting Attorney as ultimately the citizens’ attorney – not simply the attorney for Continue Reading
Ron Krebs Runs for Re-Election
Written on May 31, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Fellow Islanders, I was elected Sheriff of San Juan County three years ago and I am excited to announce that I’ll be running for re-election this November. As Sheriff, I’ve worked hard to promote and encourage a safer community. I’ve implemented the core beliefs of protect and serve, set higher standards of achievement throughout Continue Reading
Letter from Auditor
Written on May 31, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley shares these thoughts with you as election time nears… It’s election time, and with that comes the annual crop of political signs, popping up like pesky dandelions across the countryside. We’ve been fortunate in San Juan County. A well-meaning ordinance – now de-toothed by a recent court action Continue Reading
Residential Burning Extended to June 15th
Written on May 31, 2018 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
From the San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office: All residential burn permits will expire at noon on June 15th. Residential burning will be closing two weeks later than the scheduled date of May 31st. Residential burn permits are issued for the burning of brush and limbs in areas of the islands that are not within Continue Reading
Defending Our Democracy
Written on May 29, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Democrats are pleased to host a conversation about defending our democracy from racism and the radical right with Friday Harbor author David Neiwert and Senator Kevin Ranker. The event will be at 5-7 pm on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at Brickworks in Friday Harbor. Q&A will follow. David is the author Continue Reading
Friends Challenges Army Corps of Engineers
Written on May 25, 2018 at 7:14 am, by Tim Dustrude
Groups Challenge Army Corps of Engineers’ Refusal to Protect Puget Sound Shorelines Corps’ Seattle District violates Clean Water Act, endangers Sound recovery SEATTLE – A lawsuit filed today against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (“Corps”) charges that the agency has refused to assert its Clean Water Act jurisdiction over most shoreline armoring in Puget Continue Reading
Auditor Seeks Writers of Argument against Lopez School Measure
Written on May 24, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
In order to ensure an informed electorate, and in accordance with state law, every district that places a measure on a ballot is responsible for appointing committees to write voters’ guide arguments both for and against the proposition. If a district is unable to appoint committees, that responsibility falls to the County Auditor. The Lopez Continue Reading
LWV Panel Discussion
Written on May 21, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Update on local, state, national issues with League of Women Voters The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will present a panel discussion on the present situation and future outlook for the county from 12:30-2:30 p.m., Monday, June 11 at the San Juan Island Library meeting room. The following local officials will share Continue Reading
Recording Fees Increase June 7
Written on May 16, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Recording fees in Washington State will increase by $25 on June 7, 2018. The State Legislature increased the surcharge to fight homelessness by $22, from $40 to $62. It also increased the surcharge for affordable housing programs by $3, from $10 to $13. The increases will generate more revenue for homelessness and affordable housing programs Continue Reading
County Council Public Hearing
Written on May 16, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Comprehensive Plan Vision: May 18 Joint Public Hearing The San Juan County Council will hold a special meeting and joint public hearing with the Planning Commission for the purpose of receiving testimony on proposed amendments to the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan Vision. The San Juan County Comprehensive Plan is being updated to address a Continue Reading
Loring Files to Continue Serving as Superior Court Judge
Written on May 15, 2018 at 2:49 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Kathryn (Katie) Loring has filed to stand for election to continue serving our community as San Juan County Superior Court Judge. Governor Jay Inslee appointed her to the court in 2017, and she wants to carry on her work for access to justice for all members of the San Juan County community as judge. Loring Continue Reading
Town Awarded Top Honors for Pocket Park
Written on May 10, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town of Friday Harbor has earned the 2018 Municipal Excellence Award for Small City Success for creating Breezeway Park—the pocket park located at Spring and Second Streets. The Municipal Excellence Awards are sponsored by the Association of Washington Cities to recognize innovative city projects that significantly improve the quality of life for their communities. Continue Reading
County Seeks Proposals for an Affordable Rental Housing Project on Lopez Island
Written on May 4, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Following a public hearing on April 24, 2018, San Juan County officially released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to purchase .8083 acres of land situated in Lopez Village for the development of affordable housing rental units. San Juan County seeks an experienced developer(s) to purchase a parcel located on Fisherman Bay Road in Lopez Village. Continue Reading
Office Closure
Written on June 6, 2018 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Community Development Office Closure Due to increased volume in permitting activity, DCD will be closed to the public on Wednesday, June 13, for uninterrupted plan review. Please plan accordingly, and thank you for your patience.
LTAC Funds Available
Written on June 4, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lodging Tax grant funds available to promote 2019 tourism in Friday Harbor. The Town of Friday Harbor’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) is now accepting applications for grants to fund tourism promotion of events and activities taking place within the town in 2019. Preference will be given to those operations and activities that encourage tourists Continue Reading
Board and Commission Positions Available
Written on June 4, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County’s website at: http://sanjuanco.com/641/Board-Committee-Vacancies. Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory committee should fill out an Advisory Committee Application or Contact the Council Continue Reading
Nick Power Announces Candidacy
Written on June 1, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nicholas (Nick) Power is pleased to announce his candidacy for the position of San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney. Nick hopes to provide voters with an opportunity to elect someone who is committed to honesty, transparency and accountability. Nick sees the position of Prosecuting Attorney as ultimately the citizens’ attorney – not simply the attorney for Continue Reading
Ron Krebs Runs for Re-Election
Written on May 31, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Fellow Islanders, I was elected Sheriff of San Juan County three years ago and I am excited to announce that I’ll be running for re-election this November. As Sheriff, I’ve worked hard to promote and encourage a safer community. I’ve implemented the core beliefs of protect and serve, set higher standards of achievement throughout Continue Reading
Letter from Auditor
Written on May 31, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley shares these thoughts with you as election time nears… It’s election time, and with that comes the annual crop of political signs, popping up like pesky dandelions across the countryside. We’ve been fortunate in San Juan County. A well-meaning ordinance – now de-toothed by a recent court action Continue Reading
Residential Burning Extended to June 15th
Written on May 31, 2018 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
From the San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office: All residential burn permits will expire at noon on June 15th. Residential burning will be closing two weeks later than the scheduled date of May 31st. Residential burn permits are issued for the burning of brush and limbs in areas of the islands that are not within Continue Reading
Defending Our Democracy
Written on May 29, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Democrats are pleased to host a conversation about defending our democracy from racism and the radical right with Friday Harbor author David Neiwert and Senator Kevin Ranker. The event will be at 5-7 pm on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at Brickworks in Friday Harbor. Q&A will follow. David is the author Continue Reading
Friends Challenges Army Corps of Engineers
Written on May 25, 2018 at 7:14 am, by Tim Dustrude
Groups Challenge Army Corps of Engineers’ Refusal to Protect Puget Sound Shorelines Corps’ Seattle District violates Clean Water Act, endangers Sound recovery SEATTLE – A lawsuit filed today against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (“Corps”) charges that the agency has refused to assert its Clean Water Act jurisdiction over most shoreline armoring in Puget Continue Reading
Auditor Seeks Writers of Argument against Lopez School Measure
Written on May 24, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
In order to ensure an informed electorate, and in accordance with state law, every district that places a measure on a ballot is responsible for appointing committees to write voters’ guide arguments both for and against the proposition. If a district is unable to appoint committees, that responsibility falls to the County Auditor. The Lopez Continue Reading
LWV Panel Discussion
Written on May 21, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Update on local, state, national issues with League of Women Voters The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will present a panel discussion on the present situation and future outlook for the county from 12:30-2:30 p.m., Monday, June 11 at the San Juan Island Library meeting room. The following local officials will share Continue Reading
Recording Fees Increase June 7
Written on May 16, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Recording fees in Washington State will increase by $25 on June 7, 2018. The State Legislature increased the surcharge to fight homelessness by $22, from $40 to $62. It also increased the surcharge for affordable housing programs by $3, from $10 to $13. The increases will generate more revenue for homelessness and affordable housing programs Continue Reading
County Council Public Hearing
Written on May 16, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Comprehensive Plan Vision: May 18 Joint Public Hearing The San Juan County Council will hold a special meeting and joint public hearing with the Planning Commission for the purpose of receiving testimony on proposed amendments to the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan Vision. The San Juan County Comprehensive Plan is being updated to address a Continue Reading
Loring Files to Continue Serving as Superior Court Judge
Written on May 15, 2018 at 2:49 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Kathryn (Katie) Loring has filed to stand for election to continue serving our community as San Juan County Superior Court Judge. Governor Jay Inslee appointed her to the court in 2017, and she wants to carry on her work for access to justice for all members of the San Juan County community as judge. Loring Continue Reading
Town Awarded Top Honors for Pocket Park
Written on May 10, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town of Friday Harbor has earned the 2018 Municipal Excellence Award for Small City Success for creating Breezeway Park—the pocket park located at Spring and Second Streets. The Municipal Excellence Awards are sponsored by the Association of Washington Cities to recognize innovative city projects that significantly improve the quality of life for their communities. Continue Reading
County Seeks Proposals for an Affordable Rental Housing Project on Lopez Island
Written on May 4, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Following a public hearing on April 24, 2018, San Juan County officially released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to purchase .8083 acres of land situated in Lopez Village for the development of affordable housing rental units. San Juan County seeks an experienced developer(s) to purchase a parcel located on Fisherman Bay Road in Lopez Village. Continue Reading