Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Firm Selected to Manage San Juan Islands Scenic Byway Project — Meeting on Orcas Feb. 3
Members of the San Juan Islands Scenic Byway Partnership have selected Otak, Inc., an award-winning planning, architecture, design and engineering firm, to coordinate and produce the required Corridor Management Plan for the San Juan Islands Scenic Byway — the State’s newest byway.Otak, based in the Pacific Northwest since 1981,
PTSA's Special Meeting Examines Upcoming Bond and Levy Election
The PTSA will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, January 20th at 5:30pm in the School Library to hear a brief presentation about the upcoming School Bond & Levy, and to provide the community with an opportunity to ask questions. Butch Reifert, managing partner of the architecture firm, Mahlum, will
Cellular Network Operations Workshop Jan. 22
A citizen-led educational workshop designed to help community leaders and interested citizens learn more about the construction and operation of a cellular network in the San Juan Islands will be held on Friday, Jan. 22. Wireless carriers will also present their ideas for an improved network. The meeting will take
Meetings Scheduled on Fee to Assist Small Water Systems
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Last year the state cut funding for local programs which provide testing and technical assistance to “Group B” water systems. In San Juan County Group “B” systems, each serving 3 to 15 households, provide drinking water to 11 percent of the County’s population.
New FunHouse Classes for Kids and Adults Start Next Week
Adults as well as kids can have fun in the Funhouse’s new slate of classes, chock-full of art, jazz, computer-internet, and audio recording experiences. There is a reduced charge for Funhouse Members for the classes, and also free music and art classes. A free Art Class that runs
Orcas Island Library to Open on Sundays
Contributed by Rachel Newcombe, Community Relations Chair, Orcas Island Library Board Don’t have any plans this Sunday afternoon? Don’t fret. The Orcas Island Library will be open from noon until 3 p.m., beginning January 17th. This trial run is in response to the many residents who filled out the 2009
1994 Genocide Relief Worker to Speak at Community Forum
How do we come together as a community in stressful times? What is our response to violence – in a variety of forms - from bullying; domestic issues; crime….. to genocide? The Orcas Island Prevention Partnership (OIPPP) coalition, with sponsorship assistance from the Orcas Christian School, bring Carl
Guest Column: Share Orcas — Opportunities to Strengthen Our Community
Contributed by Hilary Canty, Executive Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation Nothing creates a stronger community than the connections created through volunteering. Working together on projects and programs with folks who share your passions is a great experience. As with all forms of philanthropy, your gift of time and energy frequently
"Hominy" Baffles Student Spellers As They Prepare for the National Bee
Orcas Island Elementary and Middle Students are preparing for the 2010 Orcas Island Spelling Bee in hopes of advancing to the National Spelling Bee Competition in Washington D.C. The Orcas Island School District Parent-Teacher-Student-Association (PTSA) is sponsoring Orcas Schools’ entry in the National Scripps Spelling Bee. Parents Tim
Candidates apply for Governor’s Appointment of Superior Court Judge
Several San Juan County attorneys have announced their intention to file for the Superior Court Judgeship left vacant by John Linde’s untimely death last month. Late last month, Governor Christine Gregoire’s office announced the “Judicial Vacancy in San Juan County Superior Court” resulting from the death of Judge Linde. The
Artsmith Salon Starts Jan.18: Booked through May
After a short winter break, the Artsmith Salon Series reconvenes January 18, and every Monday night through May, at 7 p.m. hosted by Doe Bay Resort café. The weekly literary salon hosts featured writers who come to Orcas from all over the United States. More than 36 writers of
Letter to the Editor: "Pro" Cell Towers = safety
I am an advocate of developing more cell tower sites on Orcas; particularly on the West side/Deer Harbor area. This area is out of “line-of-sight” of Mount Constitution and difficult to receive cell reception. If I had better cell reception, I would be able to have a backup to my
Guest Opinion: Cell Tower Issue At Critical Crossroads
By Cynthia Dilling “Where ever you stand on this issue, now is the time to let the Planning Commission know what you think. Most county residents have no idea this discussion is going on and that the cell tower ordinance is about to be radically changed. We all need
Christmas Bird Count Yields Some Surprises
Barbara Jensen, President, San Juan Islands Audubon and Christmas Bird Count Coordinator, reports that there were 96 participants (most of whom paid the $5 National Audubon asks ) in the Annual Bird Count. “Our youngest participant was Thor Hansen's son at only a few months - I think his mom
County Process (or lack thereof) in Revising Eastsound Boundaries Disputed at EPRC meeting
Proposed Country Corner LAMIRD sparks discussion of GMA/Subarea boundaries Whittle Eastsound boundaries to the re-drawn 2005 Growth Management Act (GMA) lines? Or keep the boundaries identified in the 1981 Eastsound Subarea Plan? That was the bone of contention between the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) and San Juan County
The Week Ahead: Housing, Library, Sewer, Fire, Port & Planning Meetings — and More!
Sunday, Jan. 10 Unitarian Universalist Meeting “Surviving Fundamentalism” with Barbara Gilday, 11 a.m. at West Sound Community Hall. Public is welcome. Monday, Jan. 11 Housing Bank Commission Meeting from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the San Juan County Legislative Building at 55 Second Street in Friday Harbor. Conference call
