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HOT TOPIC #11 | An interview with SJC patient #4
COVID-19 updates from San Juan County around subjects on the minds of islanders -- from Brendan Cowan, Department of Emergency Management -- We had the opportunity to talk with the fourth San Juan County resident
HOT TOPIC #10 | Medical surge planning: Hoping for the best, planning for the worst
COVID-19 updates from San Juan County around subjects on the minds of islanders -- from Brendan Cowan, Department of Emergency Management -- Many in the islands are wondering how San Juan County is preparing in
County government remains ready to serve
-- from San Juan County Communications -- A list of San Juan County Government Departments, their status during the COVID-19 crisis, and info on how to access services has been posted online. This resource will
Inslee issues additional waivers of state laws and agency requirements
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee today announced new measures that waive certain statutory and regulatory requirements as part of the state's ongoing response to the COVID-19 outbreak: Department of Corrections
County Treasurer: Property taxes and COVID-19
-- from San Juan County Communications -- As many of you are aware, the due date for the first half of the property taxes is April 30 which is about four weeks away. Some property owners
Auditor: April special election is cancelled
-- from Milene Henley, San Juan County Auditor -- On March 17, Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman formally asked Governor Jay Inslee to cancel the April special election. On March 26, the Governor made
HOT TOPIC #9 | Navigating nature
COVID-19 updates from San Juan County around subjects on the minds of islanders -- from Brandon Cadwell, Chief of Visitor and Youth Engagement, San Juan Island National Historical Park -- Now is the time to
Inslee signs health care licensing waivers, other COVID-19 related orders
-- from Governor Jay Inslee -- Gov. Jay Inslee tonight announced several new proclamations and a directive aimed at opening up the healthcare and childcare workforce, reducing transmission between families and children in DCYF custody,
Reflections on an unusual Saturday on Orcas Island
-- from Minor Lile, Orcas Issues reporter -- It was a Saturday unlike most others in island history. With the Covid-19 pandemic in full swing, there’s a general feeling of disorientation in the air and
San Juan islander tests positive; total county cases at four
-- from Brendan Cowan, Department of Emergency Management -- San Juan County Health and Community Services staff have been notified of a positive COVID-19 test result on San Juan Island. This brings the total number
Letter to Editor | Our community rocks
-- from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue -- Orcas Island Fire and Rescue would like to thank the community for the actions everyone is taking to help support community needs. In addition to social distancing
HOT TOPIC #8 | Construction guidance under Governor’s stay home, stay healthy proclamation
COVID-19 updates from San Juan County around subjects on the minds of islanders -- from Brendan Cowan, Department of Emergency Management -- We are hearing a lot of questions about which construction activities are allowed
Sheriff’s Report | March 18 – 24, 2020
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, March 18, 202020-001958 Domestic Dispute or Assault 09:41:25 03/18/20 A Deputy was dispatched to a Domestic in the San Juan Island area. The reporting Deputy arrived
WSF reduces ferry service in central Puget Sound
Temporary reduced schedules are part of the state’s COVID-19 response; our schedules remain the same at this point -- from Washington State Ferries -- Washington State Ferries’ central Puget Sound routes will temporarily move to
Inslee statement on federal stimulus package
-- from Governor Jay Inslee -- Gov. Jay Inslee today released a statement on the passage of a sweeping federal stimulus package to address the ongoing health and economic consequences of the COVID-19 emergency. “This
County Council institutes method for remote public comments
-- from San Juan County Communications -- During this time of social distancing, the San Juan County Council Hearing Room will be closed. If you wish to provide oral public comment at an upcoming County
