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Dog License Tags Now for Sale
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Dog owners may now buy County licenses tags for their pets at the San Juan County Auditor’s office at the County Courthouse in Friday Harbor or at any
County Council Adopts 2010 Budget
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager At a special session on Monday, November 30, 2009, the San Juan County Council unanimously adopted the County’s 2010 budget. The adopted General Fund totals $13.4 million which
Marine Resources Committee Meets Wednesday
The San Juan Marine Resources Committee will meet on Wednesday morning to discuss a nomination for the state’s rockfish advisory committee, the upcoming retreat agenda and a proposal for an Environmental Protection Agency grant. Ginny
Vandermay Prevails in Orcas Rec Race
In today's certification of the Nov.3 ballot, Vicki Vandermay retained her lead over Marian O'Brien for the position of Orcas Rec Commissioner #1. Vandermay won by four votes. The other Orcas Rec Commissioners -- Martha
Guest Opinion: No rational conclusion to CAO debate
By Walter Corbin After careful consideration of the CAO -- the Critical Areas Ordinance -- I have come to the conclusion that this has done nothing but polarized people and there will be no rational
"Dry But Important" School Board Meeting Mulls Enrollment, Budget, Bond and Levy Situations
With enrollment in the Orcas Island School District’s Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) now at 110 for grades K-8, the OISD Board agreed at their regular meeting on Nov. 17 to add additional teaching staff
Senator Ranker Speaks on Taxes and Health Care
State Senator Kevin Ranker recently released a newletter in which he addressed the State economy, tax structure, health care reform and other matters. His comments are excerpted below. For the full report, go to wa.gov/ranker/e-newsletter-november-19th/
Recount May Decide Orcas Rec Race Next Tuesday
By Doris Schaller, County Elections Supervisor A slim margin between candidates for the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Commissioner No. 1 position could result in a mandatory recount for the San Juan County Elections
Fire Dept. Offering EMT Training Beginning January
Orcas Island Fire & Rescue will be offering an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class for community members interested in becoming volunteers. “The first class will be Saturday, January 9th”, said Division Chief, Patrick Shepler. “We
When Children Should be Tested and Treated for H1N1 Flu
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Children are more likely than older adults to have their health jeopardized by H1N1 flu, however most children who come down with the flu will have relatively
Port of Orcas at the "Doorstep to the Doghouse" with FAA on Access Fees
At the Port of Orcas Nov. 12 meeting, Port Commissioners formed a sub-committee to draft a response to the Federal Aviation Administration’s directive that the Port’s neighbors on adjacent property pay a “Through the Fence”
Community Visioning Workshop for February School Bond on Nov. 18
The Orcas Island School District invites the community to a “visioning” session for the proposed new school building project. Mahlum, the architects for the proposed project, will conduct the workshop on November 18 at 5
San Juan County Confirms Resident Child’s Hospitalization from H1N1 Influenza
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Health and Community Services Department reported on Nov. 13 that a San Juan County child under the age of 4, was hospitalized November
Contested Orcas Park and Rec Commissioner Race Gives Vandermay Razor-thin Edge
With a lead of 7 votes, Vicki Vandermay holds a slim lead over opponent Marian O'Brien for the Orcas Park and Rec District Position #1. As of 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13, the count
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Park and Rec Commissioners Give Thanks for Approval
Dear Orcas Island Community, We appreciate your vote of approval for the formation of a Park and Recreation District and the selection of the commissioners. We will listen to the community carefully and make a
Guest Opinion: Why Should You Care about Today's Field Trips and Workshops?
By Patty Miller I am writing to you to make sure that you are aware of [today Nov. 12] Critical Areas Ordinance field trips and workshops. The field trip will start at 11:30 am at
