Here’s a thought…
“There are two ways to slide easily through life: to believe everything or to doubt everything; both ways save us from thinking.”
ALFRED KORZYBSKI
Update about Coronavirus concerns and what you need to know about Rock Island’s response
Offices closing to general public access -- from Rock Island Communications -- As a prominent county internet service provider, keeping our customers connected during these uncertain times is our top priority. With the impact of Coronavirus spreading, we’re dedicated to protecting our customers internet connections and to ensure they have
How Are We Doing? – Not What We Expected
A quarterly review of County finances -- fourth quarter 2019 -- from County Auditor F. Milene Henley -- This is not what we expected. We all knew a recession was coming, though we didn’t know when. Indeed, the current period of economic expansion in the United States hit 120 months
Orcas School finalizing plan for extended school closure
-- from Eric Webb, Orcas Schools Superintendent -- The information surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve by the hour. [Friday morning I travelled] to Anacortes to ESD 189 to gather more information regarding the legal and educational aspects of an extended district closure. Our top priority, has and will
OICF launches emergency response fund
-- from Hilary Canty for Orcas Island Community Foundation -- The Orcas Island Community Foundation has launched the Community Emergency Response fund, with a $10,000 seed donation from the Foundation (thanks to Bob Henigson's OICF Legacy gift). The goal of this fund is to ensure critical supports remain available throughout the
Food Bank in need of side dish items
-- from Madie Murray for Orcas Island Food Bank -- Between our generous community members and some suppliers, we usually don’t run short of side dish items or those things you normally pick up to accompany a main dish. But we are beginning to see a rise in clients visiting
WSF encourages ‘social distancing’ aboard ferries
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Washington State Ferries continues to monitor the ongoing COVID-19 situation and follow health recommendations to help slow the spread of the disease and other germs. The health and safety of our passengers and employees is our number one priority. And while we continue to
Responding to COVID-19, San Juan County to declare an emergency
No restrictions or closures included in the declaration -- from Brendan Cowan, San Juan County Department of Emergency Management -- The San Juan County Council will be meeting on Friday March 13 to declare an emergency in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. By declaring an emergency, San Juan County can
Gusts up to 60 mph in windstorm on slate for Friday – Saturday
-- from National Weather Service -- * What, Northeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mphpossible. * Where, San Juan County, Western Whatcom county and WesternSkagit County. * When, from Friday afternoon through Saturday morning. * Impacts, damaging winds could blow down trees and powerlines. Widespread
COVID cancellation | Orcas Center cancels annual meeting
-- from Bethany Marie for Orcas Center -- The annual meeting of the Orcas Center membership previously scheduled for Sunday, March 15 is canceled. The board will be creating a written annual report and publishing it on www.OrcasCenter.org by the end of the month. 70 ballots have been returned so far.
San Juan County update on resources for current COVID-19 figures
-- from Brendan Cowan for County Department of Emergency Services -- While there are currently no positive test results in San Juan County, the San Juan County COVID-19 Response Team has created an online tool for the reporting of current testing numbers. Designed to help share timely information with islanders,
Census Bureau statement on Coronavirus and the 2020 Census
Bottom line? Respond on your own, whether online, over the phone, or by mail to avoid personal contact -- from U.S. Census Bureau -- The U.S. Census Bureau is carefully monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and will follow the guidance of federal, state and local health authorities. We have also established the Census
COVID cancellation | Wolf Hollow tour
-- from Shona Aitken for Wolf Hollow -- We are sorry to announce that Wolf Hollow’s Open House, scheduled for March 28, has been canceled. Due to community concerns about the coronavirus, we felt that this was the most responsible course of action. We apologize to anyone who was looking
COVID cancellation | Paper airplane contest
-- from Maurice Austin -- Administrators at Orcas Island School District have decided to cancel the Key Club paper airplane contest scheduled for this weekend. High School Key Clubbers were disappointed, as it’s a high-interest activity popular with younger students, but they also understand that community health comes first. Hopefully,
Letter to Editor | Thank you for supporting school music
– from Miriam Ziegler for the Music Advocacy Group – An enthusiastic crowd of more than 225 Orcas community members came to the OISD High School Gym on Sunday, March 1st, for the 23 rd annual Music Advocacy Group concert to benefit school music. March is celebrated as national Music
Council to meet to consider state of emergency declaration
Friday, March 13, 9 a.m., Legislative Hearing Room -- from San Juan County Council -- PRELIMINARY AGENDA: This agenda is subject to change. Discussion items may be added at the discretion of the Council Chair. If there is a change in location, the alternative meeting location will be visibly posted
Port Commission announces upcoming meeting agenda
Thursday, March 12, 5 p.m., Port Office -- from Port of Orcas -- CALL TO ORDER---5 P.M. Agenda Amendments PUBLIC ACCESS TIME APPROVAL OF MINUTES January 9, 2020; January 23, 2020; February 12, 2020 APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS February 2020 B EFT General fund Voucher $1,013.11February 2020 C EFT General fund
