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No international sailings November 12 – December 8
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Beginning Tuesday, November 12 through Sunday, December 8, international service between Anacortes/Friday Harbor/Sidney B.C. is cancelled due to required maintenance on both vessels in WSF's fleet certified to run
Letter to Editor | Haffner has been there, knows how to do it
-- from Winnie Adams -- Poke Haffner spent 35 years of her law career in Alaska. The last 4 years were devoted to representing the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. In Alaska many
Letter to Editor | Ayers has abiding love for Orcas
-- from John Mazzarella, MD -- Greg Ayers, a very respected colleague, is totally qualified to be a Port Commissioner. He combines keen analytical insights with years of business experience. Perhaps most important is his
Letter to Editor | Here’s my list of ‘won’ts’ for Port Commission
-- from Mia Kartiganer -- In my campaign I have tried to stay focused on the positive steps we can take for the benefit of our community, economy, and environment. Much like the intention of
How to write a letter to an elected official
-- from David Turnoy -- Things to do: Use Proper Salutation: Dear County Council Members Hughes, Stephens, and Watson.State your purpose: Calling for a moratorium on vacation rental permits while this subject is being studied,
Kruse Reviews | This America: The Case for the Nation
-- book review by Jens Kruse -- In May of 2019, a mere eight months after the publication of her monumental history of the United States, These Truths (which I recently reviewed in this space:
WSF protects orca through publicly-available app
-- from Tara Lee for Governor Inslee's Office -- While protecting Southern Resident orcas will require a variety of tools and approaches, Washington State Ferries plans to contribute by bringing tech out on the water.
Letter to Editor | Mia is the one we have been waiting for
-- from Sadie Bailey -- Qualifications, problem solving and "can-do" attitude are great selling points in a Public servant. Both candidates for Seat 4 have made great accomplishments in their respective fields and lives. But
Letter to Editor | Ayers works to keep community informed
-- from Jim & Betsy Nelson -- We are writing to support Greg Ayers for Port Commissioner. Greg will be an effective leader of our Port. He is dedicated to sharing information and listening to
Sheriff’s Report | October 16 – 22, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, October 16, 201919-008791 Boating Problem 11:18:35 10/16/19Sheriff's office personnel were called to assist a vessel dragging anchor in gale conditions. The vessel was successfully secured and
County provides clarity on levy rates
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Ballot Proposition No. 2 is asking the voters to continue an existing levy lid lift first approved by voters in 2009 and renewed in 2014. The current voter
Letter to Editor | Greg Ayers has my endorsement for Port
-- from Rex Chadwell -- I endorse Greg Ayers for Port Commissioner. Our airport and other ports are a vital part of our island community. Ayers brings to the table a lifetime of experience, both
County explains new assessed values and levy rates
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Assessed values are higher this year for many properties, but higher assessed values do not necessarily mean an equal increase in taxes. Taxing districts are limited to a
Health District: 2020 budget draft, FQHC designation, LifeWise presentation
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- A long meeting on October 15 offered a lot of information for the commissioners of the Orcas Island Health Care District. The meeting began with a telephone
Letter to Editor | Guimond is faithful, rational
-- from Walt Corbin -- It is a fault in our society that most of us don’t get involved with local issues unless we perceived we are getting gored. Adding to that is the fact,
Port candidates answer two Orcas Issues questions
-- by Lin McNulty, Managing Editor -- Over the past weekend, Orcas Issues asked the Port Commission candidates to answer two quick questions for publication: Why the Port Commission? and Why You? Following are the
