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Posted on: January 6, 2026

[ARCHIVED] San Juan Islanders Wanted! County Seeks Volunteers for San Juan-Specific Committee Seats

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There are currently vacant positions on the County’s Parks and Recreation Commission and the Planning Commission.

SAN JUAN COUNTY, WA. January 6, 2026 – Do you live on San Juan Island? Are you looking for ways to get involved in your community? San Juan County may have just the board/ committee for YOU! 

There are currently vacant positions on the County’s Planning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission. Joining a local committee could be the perfect way to kick off your new year and share your skills! Fill out an application here. 

About the Planning Commission

Positions #4 and #5 on the Planning Commission are both vacant and open to San Juan Island residents. The Commission is a group of citizen advisors who are an essential part of the public process and community planning for local land use. Meetings are held on the third Friday of the month, starting at 8:30 am. Find links to past and future meetings HERE.  

Learn more about the Planning Commission: https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/589/Planning-Commission 

About the Parks & Recreation Commission

Position #1 on the Parks & Rec Commission is vacant and open to a San Juan Island resident. The Commission advises on activities and projects in County parks. Meetings occur every three months on the third Thursday at 4 pm.  Find links to past and future meetings HERE

Learn more about the Parks & Recreation Commission: https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/594/Parks-Recreation-Commission 

You can view all board and committee vacancies here: https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/641/Board-Committee-Vacancies.  To apply, complete the application located on the County’s website: https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/2287/Boards-and-Committee-Application

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