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County and conservation groups going on a Turtle Hunt
The San Juan County Community Development and Planning Department (CDPD), and local conservation groups, would like anyone who spots one of these turtles to contact Shireene Hale at CDPD email: shireeneh@sanjuanco.com .
Orcas Islanders urged to support ferry run to Sidney by walking on the ferrry March 29
Contributed by Lance Evans,Executive Director, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce is urging Islanders to show their support of the International ferry run (Anacortes – San Juan Islands –
Kayl to take leave of absence from EPRC to serve with Forest Service
Eastsound Planning Review Committee Chair Mindy Kayl announced on March 16 that she has accepted a position with the US Forest Service for a six months' contract in the Western mountain states. In a letter
Earth Machine composters available
Last week, Composting Workshops were held on Lopez, Orcas and San Juan Islands, with Janet Hall of Island Co. WSU Extension. Earth Machine Composters were offered at a reduced rate of $26.93; they
Skill Center may add training to Orcas School District — be sure to complete survey
Orcas Island School District has joined San Juan Island and Lopez school districts in conducting an ongoing Skills Center Study and Survey. In addition to influencing the kinds of vocational classes which might become available
$360,000 in grants from County for lodging applications
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Director Last week, San Juan County issued a “request for proposals” (RFP) for projects qualifying for funding by the County’s excise tax on lodging. This year approximately $360,000
County ax falls to cut 2 of 3 permit coordinators
On March 10, the San Juan County Community Development and Planning Department (CDPD) Director Ron Henrickson reported that his department will lay off two of its three permit coordinators effective March 24, due to a
Senate passes Ranker bill requiring state to lead by example
On March 10, the Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-San Juan Island, that directs state agencies to lead the way in reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. "I believe our state
March 11 — tomorrow — deadline to register views on expanded Navy operations
from Olympic Peninsula Environmental News, with thanks to Susan Malins for alerting us to this issue The Navy is attempting to expand their operating area in the Northwest, and in Puget Sound in
Old Man Winter not done with us yet
The photographic art opening scheduled at Christina's from 5 to 7 p.m., Astigmatisms: defect, deviation, distortion has been postponed to tomorrow evening due to the weather. Call 376-4904. And County Communications Program Manager Stan Matthews
Nominations Now Open for the 2009 Good Steward Awards
Contributed by Liz Illg Help the Stewardship Network of the San Juans recognize individuals, families, and businesses that have made a significant impact on the conservation, preservation, and protection of the San Juan Archipelago!
Senate passes Ranker's Response Tug Bill
Today, March 5, the Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-San Juan Island, establishing a permanent funding source for the Neah Bay Response Tug. “This is a big step in the right
EPRC meets this afternoon to discuss planning priorities
The Eastsound Planning Review Committee will meet at 3 p.m. today, March 5, in the Senior Center building. On the agenda are: Paul Kamin of Eastsound Water Users to give a PowerPoint presentation on the
Rollie Sauer and Carl Yurdin appointed new Eastsound Sewer District Commissioners
Rollie Sauer and Carl Yurdin have been appointed commissioners on the newly-expanded Eastsound Sewer and Water District Board. The ESWD board was expanded from three to five commissioners in last November's election. On Tuesday, Feb.
Orcas' Transportation Commissioner Distler comments further on ferry issues
Last weekend, Orcas Issues ran an interview article with State Transportation Commissioner Bob Distler, who lives on Orcas Island. Distler previewed the presentation the Transportation Commission would be giving on Monday, March 2 to the
Opinion: Kevin Ranker gives a midterm report from Olympia
State Senator Kevin Ranker sent the following report from Olympia on March 3, 2009: I am honored to be serving my first session as your representative in the Washington State Senate. As we approach
