Here’s a thought…
“Bullets cannot be recalled. They cannot be uninvented. But they can be taken out of the gun.”
MARTIN AMIS
Sustainable Living Fair & Field Trips May 1-2 on Orcas
Discover more about a sustainable lifestyle at the Sustainable Living Fair on Orcas Island, Saturday, May 1 at the Village Green in Eastsound, followed by field trips the next day. Admission to the fair is free; field trip fees vary from free to affordable. The weekend’s events are presentations in
Free Business Planning Workshop on April 20
In partnership with the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce and the Outlook Inn in Eastsound, the San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a free all-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Tuesday, April 20 from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. The business and financing workshop course material
Guest Opinion: Participate in Sexual Assault Awareness Month
By Laura Trevellyan, DVSAS Prevention Coordinator/Youth Advocate April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Washington State. Locally and around the state, individuals, youth, communities, schools, and agencies will be taking action to increase awareness about sexual assault and to end sexual violence. I am writing to ask for your help
Mt. Baker Road & Trail Designs to be Viewed Apr. 14
San Juan County Public Works Department is holding a Design Workshop for the Mount Baker Road Improvement project on Wednesday April 14, 2010, from 4:00-6:00pm at the Eastsound Firehall. Attendees will review design elements of the road and trail improvement project andgive public input. Construction of the Mount Baker Road
Spring Flowers Come to Orcas Senior Center
Trip to the Tulip Fields planned for April 14 Paintings of Spring Flowers are on exhibit at Orcas Senior Center, March 31 to April 20th. An inspiring flower arrangement by Barbara Trunkey crowns the show. Artists exhibited include Caroline Buchanan, Heidi Lindberg, Glenna Richards, Jacqueline Kempfer, Sue Lamb,
Clarifications to Solid Waste Rate Information
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager 1) The Council did not declare an emergency in setting the new solid waste fees. 2) With or without an emergency, solid waste fees do not require voter approval. The Council sets the rates – it’s been done roughly once a year since
Play a Part in the Orcas Island Chamber Music Fest
From the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival Office If you’re new to the island or have wondered about how to participate in the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, there are many ways to get involved in this popular event. The Festival attracts world-class musicians, island as well as
Financial Assistance Here for County Public Facilities
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Applications for San Juan County’s Public Facilities Finance Assistance Program grants or loans may be filed with the County Administrator’s office until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 7, 2010. More than $218,000 is available for distribution this year. Qualifying “public facilities” include such
Minimum Solid Waste Fee Effective April 16
Other Fee Increases Hit in July By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager On Tuesday, April 6, the San Juan County Council approved new rates for the County’s solid waste utility. Most of the increases will not take effect until July 1; however one change will take effect ten days
Turtleback Mt. Opens for Bikes & Equestrians This Weekend
Turtleback Mountain Preserve Multi-Use Trail Opens for Bikes April 10th and Equestrians April 11th Horse and bike riders will be able to share the trails on the North side of Turtleback Mountain Preserve with pedestrians beginning in early April. Bike use is allowed on EVEN days only. Equestrian use is
Council Considers SJI Transfer Station Options at Emergency Meeting
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager In a special session Monday, April 5, the San Juan County Council dispatched a letter to the Friday Harbor Town Council saying it is “extremely disappointed” at the timing of the Town’s “major policy change.” On April 1, the Town notified the Council,
School Board seeks Business Manager and Board Member
Orcas Island School District Superintendent Barbara Kline is forming a committee with the business office staff, Elementary Principal Kyle Freeman and a Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) member to meet with candidates for a new District Business Manager. The District Business Manager will succeed Ben Thomas, who as functioned as the
County Looking for a ‘Puzzle Master’ for Ferry Advisory Committee
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee (FAC) works with schedules in which every action seems to create a dozen reactions. In the recent resignation of 7-year FAC veteran Robert DeGavre, the committee lost a puzzle master. San Juan County Council Member and
Firesign’s Ossman at Doe Bay Friday, April 9
Updated April 7 at 10 p.m. Contributed by Jennifer Brennock David Ossman of the well-known Firesign Theatre is coming to Orcas Island to perform at Doe Bay Resort on Friday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. To see the show, reservations are required as seating in the café is
2-Day Workshop for Cedar Bark Basketmakers
Still Room for Aspiring and Experienced Cedar Basketmakers Contributed by Madie Murray The Arts Education and Enrichment Committee of the Olga Strawberry Council is announcing that registration is still open for two workshops being lead by popular Cedar bark basketmaker, Vickie Era. Originally from the village of Katmai
School Finances Strong as Board Forecasts for 2010-2011
OASIS’ healthy growth bolsters School District funding At the March 31 monthly Orcas Island School District (OISD) board meeting, the board discussed enrollment, staffing and funding before accepting the recommendation of Business Manager Ben Thomas to project the coming year’s budget based on 505 students enrolled. The enrollment projection is
