https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:58:56 -0800 San Juan County, WA - Get the latest news en-us https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2151 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:46:50 -0800 Staff shared why the department is pursuing this project, why the existing site was chosen, how project funds are separate from the County's general fund and not funded by property taxes, and addressed questions/concerns from attendees. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2151/639108136100000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2150 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:37:42 -0800 A total of eight (8) eligibility slots are available for the 2026 cycle. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2150/639107554620000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2149 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:12:32 -0800 The Town and County Councils will continue to partner on the variety of services residents depend upon. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2149/639107503520000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2148 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:09:36 -0800 Applying for these new funding sources is just one of several ways the County is continuing to manage budget shortfalls in 2026 and 2027. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2148/639107393760000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2147 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:30:58 -0800 YOU'RE INVITED to comment on the first draft! Join County staff on Monday, April 6 from 6:00-8:00 pm to ask questions and learn more about the regulations included in the CAO. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2147/639106686580000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2146 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:57:27 -0800 During the event, San Juan County Master Gardeners will be available to answer attendees’ specific gardening questions, from soil challenges to pest troubleshooting. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2146/639106486470000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2139 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:37:00 -0800 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2139/639106474200000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2138 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:29:00 -0800 The County is seeking to define common messaging, identify strategies to manage wildlife/human interactions, and ways to educate the public. Your experiences and feedback are welcome! https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2138/639105569400000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2145 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:44:02 -0800 This column is part of a series detailing San Juan County’s recent news. Follow along each month to learn about important County projects, Council initiatives, department updates, and more. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2145/639105542420000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2144 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:21:11 -0800 Public engagement is key to the Land Bank’s planning and operations. Written comments deadline has been extended and will be accepted until 5pm on Monday, April 20, by emailing erinh@sjclandbank.org. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2144/639104952710000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2143 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:56:00 -0800 In 2025, the County’s Senior Nutrition Program produced over 38,000 meals – serving 16,269 in-person lunches to 606 seniors and delivering 21,809 meals to 245 seniors. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2143/639104901600000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2142 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:30:54 -0800 The County recognizes how important marine facilities are to commuters, visitors, businesses, locals, and other service providers and is working to repair the facility as quickly as possible. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2142/639104778540000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2133 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:36:00 -0800 How to report marine debris in San Juan County. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2133/639104709600000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2141 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:55:34 -0800 Applying for these new funding sources is just one of several ways the County is continuing to manage budget shortfalls in 2026 and 2027. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2141/639101337340000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2140 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:27:00 -0800 Residents and businesses invited to safely dispose of household chemicals, paints, and hazardous materials at collection events on Lopez, San Juan, and Orcas Islands. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2140/639101320200000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2137 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:56:44 -0800 Testing will take place on April 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2137/639100366040000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2136 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:16:20 -0800 Apply by May 1st to help steer climate action in San Juan County. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2136/639098829800000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2135 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:08:47 -0800 The permit process is open until June 25, 2026, and can be completed through the mail or in person. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2135/639098825270000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2134 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:48:58 -0800 Land Bank receives $1.8 Million donation towards waterfront acquisition. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2134/639098669380000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2132 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:36:05 -0800 With the spring planting season approaching, the series offers an accessible entry point for anyone hoping to cultivate fresh, homegrown produce—no gardening experience required. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2132/639095421650000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2131 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:44:03 -0800 The project has cancelled the request for bids, and the public is invited to a community meeting to learn more, ask questions, and provide feedback. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2131/639095390430000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2130 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:08:00 -0800 Immunizations, dental care, meals for seniors, affordable housing, early learning, and so much more! https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2130/639094504800000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2129 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:38:49 -0800 A first draft of the updated regulation is now available for public comment, and the Department of Community Development (DCD) is holding a community meeting to accept feedback and walk residents through the documents. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2129/639094343290000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2128 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:45:18 -0800 Key positions on the Solid Waste Advisory Committee, Ferry Advisory Committee, and other boards are open. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2128/639092871180000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2127 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:11:21 -0800 San Juan County Department of Health & Community Services solicits interest from consulting firms with expertise in developing Human Services Transportation Plans (HSTP). https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2127/639090078810000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2126 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:49:47 -0800 Join us for the 2026 Spring Great Islands Clean-Up on Saturday, April 18! https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2126/639089237870000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2125 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:05:17 -0800 The meeting will be held at the Orcas Island Fire Station Meeting Room. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2125/639089211170000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2124 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:10:05 -0800 Weekly appointments and online tools make it easy to update your information here in San Juan County! https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2124/639088278050000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2123 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:49:46 -0800 Celebrate the Equinox and 20 years of conservation hiking up and over Turtleback Mountain. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2123/639087617860000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2116 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:31:00 -0800 Balancing ecological protection and restoration with opportunities for public access in alignment with the Land Bank’s “low-intensity” mandate. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2116/639086706600000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2122 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:27:48 -0800 The collaborative proposal may allow limited opportunities to hunt deer on two Orcas Island preserves: Turtleback Mountain and North Shore. At the community meeting, managers will share details about this proposal and be available to answer questions. https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2122/639086704680000000 https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2121 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:15:49 -0800 "After much deliberation I have decided I will not be seeking re-election this year," writes Councilmember Fuller. "In the meantime, I will continue working in service to the residents of the County through December as has been my privilege throughout." https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=2121/639086661490000000