Here’s a thought…
“The competition between Nature and the economy is deep and broad.
In the short term, the economy usually wins. In the long term …?”
BILL APPEL
County Council Plans Multiple Community Conversations
By Margie Doyle The County Council is planning a series of Community Conversations about the future of the San Juan Islands and the role of our County government. The meetings have been planned under
Guest Opinion: Is CAO Update an EcoDog?
By Royce Meyerott The majority of islanders who I know are honest, thoughtful, and very community oriented. All really care about the pristine islands that we inhabit and would do almost anything to preserve them
Guest Column: Almost 100,000 Comments Ask for Broad Look at Coal Export Terminal
From the Friends of the San Juans Voices from across the county, state, and country have weighed in on the “cradle to grave” impacts of coal export. The public comment period for the Gateway
Coal Terminal Series: The Players Involved
By Floyd McKay From Crosscut.com “The long and winding road . . . that leads to your door.” Paul McCartney’s road could scarcely be longer and more twisted than the process that rolls forth next
United Way Awards $91,000 to County Non-profits
In January, 2013, United Way of San Juan County awarded more than $91,000 to 20 non-profit agencies in the county. The grants support 28 programs on Orcas, Lopez and San Juan islands. According to Candace
Letter to the Editor: Planned Community Conversations Ill-advised
(Note: At the January 8, 2013 and December 18, 2012 County Council meetings, Interim County Manager Bob Jean presented memos regarding the proposed schedule and budget for a series of Community Conversations to be
Ben Booth Again Offers Master’s License Classes
Ben Booth, Seaman's Master's License Instructor Ben Booth, owner of Orcas Island Sailing, will again offer his class enabling experienced sea-men and -women to obtain their official Coast Guard Master's License. (A prerequisite
A Gratifying Year-end for the Food Bank
Salmonberry School kids parade their large store of collected goods to the Food Bank. By Madie Murray Realizing hard times were not over for many of our Island families, the food bank board
Mulcahy Reports on County’s Solid Waste Program
Frank Mulcahy San Juan County Public Works Director I'd like to let you know of some recent developments in the County's Solid Waste Transition. First, I'd like to introduce Ms. Sam Gibboney as our new
Order Plants from Master Gardeners Now for April Delivery
From the Master Gardeners of San Juan County Annual Native Plant Sale – Order Now for Best Selection! With the New Year rolled over and the seed catalogues arriving daily in the mailboxes, gardeners are
Seed Swap Season is Upon Us!
Orcas Island's 4th Annual Community Heirloom Seed and Plant Exchange is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 10 at the West Sound Community Hall on Dear Harbor Road from 2 to 5 p.m. Ronda Jones, event organizer
Guest Column: Coal Beyond Cherry Point, Teach the New Cool
By Joe Symons When I say no to a coal export terminal, I am saying no to a way of life that I have grown familiar, even comfortable with. I am saying no to an
Orcas Island Community Foundation to Hold Annual Grants Workshop
From Hilary Canty, Executive Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation The Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) conducts a competitive grant process, distributing approximately $100,000 annually to programs serving our island community. This year OICF will host
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Will Bring Simplification, Localization & Communication
Dear Editor, I enthusiastically support Rick Hughes in the upcoming primary election! Rick has a deep understanding of our islands. His family has a long history here, which gives him a good sense of what
Two Workshops to Decipher CAO Regulations Planned
From Shireene Hale, San Juan County Planning Deputy Director Two workshops on San Juan County’s new critical area regulations have been scheduled for design professionals, planners, land use attorneys and consultants who deal with permits
