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Health District considers building, budget, insurance issues
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- Few issues seem to work out simply for the Orcas Island Health Care District commissioners. At their July 2 meeting they were faced with new wrinkles in
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee to meet on Wednesday
Wednesday, July 10, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Sheila Gaquin for Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee -- The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will meet on Wednesday, July 10, from
A Road Map to Washington’s Future final report now publicly available
See how the state handles their Master Plan -- from William D. Ruckelshaus Center -- In 2017, the Washington State Legislature allocated funds to the William D. Ruckelshaus Center for a two-year project to create
County looking to fill board, commission vacancies
Is it your turn to serve? 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
Sheriff’s Report | June 26 – July 2, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, June 26, 201919-004896 Illegal Burning 14:32:56 06/26/19 A Lopez Island Deputy observed an illegal burn and contacted the subject and had him put the fire out.
EPRC July Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, July 9, 3 - 6 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Erika Shook for San Juan County -- The Eastsound Plan Review Committee will meet in a regularly-scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 9, 3
U.S. Postal Service reps to present a proposal for Olga P.O. relocation
Thursday, July 11, 6 p.m., Olga Community Center -- from United States Postal Service -- Current Olga Post Office building. Due to loss of leasehold, the Postal Service is now looking for land to lease
Extra ferry service to get us through the weekend
-- from Washington State Ferries -- There will be unscheduled supplemental service through the San Juan Islands this week to help with what will be a busy Fourth of July holiday. Wednesday, July 3: Extra
County to test ballot tabulating equipment
Wednesday, July 17, 11 a.m., County Elections Office -- from Milene Henley, County Auditor -- A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San Juan County for the August 6, 2019 Primary
Sheriff’s Report | June 19 – 25, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, June 19, 201919-004661 Traffic Violation 09:40:24 06/19/19 An Orcas Deputy was dispatched to a traffic offense near Eastsound. The suspect was located and given an infraction
Got some thoughts on ferry fare increases? WaDOT is listening
-- from Washington Department of Transportation -- The Washington State Transportation Commission is looking for feedback on proposed fare increases for the next two years that will take effect in October. You can learn more
WSF exploring partnerships for Anacortes ferry terminal improvements
-- from Washington State Ferries -- The Washington State Department of Transportation is partnering with the Port and city of Anacortes to explore innovative public-private partnerships to enhance the 35-acre ferry terminal site. This could
State ferry Hyak to sail into retirement
Final day of service will be June 30 on Seattle/Bremerton route Hyak passing Flat Point After nearly 52 years in the Washington State Ferries’ fleet, Hyak will be decommissioned late Sunday night, June 30, following its 9:05
Rep. Larsen assisted islander with Medicare claim
-- from Congressman Rick Larsen's office -- One of the most important and rewarding parts of being a Member of Congress is supporting community members who need help navigating issues with federal agencies. I am
State proposes to increase ferry fares and capital surcharge
| Get your comments in -- from Washington State Ferries -- OLYMPIA – Ferry customers and anyone with an interest in Washington State Ferries fares are being asked to weigh in on a new fare
Health District decides on subsidy for UWNC new fiscal year
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- More than 20 community members—an unusually large number—attended the June 18 meeting of the Orcas Island Health Care District. They were there to observe the commissioners’ very
