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Skagit County Press Release Archive 2010



Wed, 29 Dec 2010 09:45:12 PST
Gathering of Native Artists on January 22 at County Museum
Featured performance at 2 PM by Swil Kanim, Lummi tribal member.
Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:11:42 PST
Ned Zaugg to Retire
From Washington State University Skagit County Extension after 17 years of service.

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:11:40 PST
2011 Country Living Expo and Cattlemen's Winterschool Registration Available
Over 150 classes are offered from raising backyard chickens to chain saw maintenance.

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:17:00 PST
SKAGIT COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER CONTINUES MONITORING FLOOD SITUATION
The flood waters in Skagit County continue to recede.

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 02:17:00 PST
SKAGIT RIVER IS UNDER FLOOD WARNING
The Skagit River appears to have crested at Concrete.

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 17:47:32 PST
SKAGIT RIVER IS UNDER FLOOD WARNING
The Skagit is still predicted to crest in Mount Vernon at 4:00 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at 29.5 feet

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:47:32 PST
SKAGIT RIVER IS UNDER FLOOD WARNING
The predicted crest for the Skagit River at Concrete is 31.2 feet, tomorrow morning at 4:00 o'clock

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 10:17:32 PST
Schedule announced for senior driver refresher course, "Getting There Safely"
The classes will be held at the Mount Vernon Senior Center

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:37:09 PST
Thu, 02 Dec 2010 08:07:08 PST
Mon, 22 Nov 2010 16:12:10 PST
Rachel Beck appointed Skagit County Public Works Ferry Manager
Beck has many years of experience in ferry operations management.

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 09:31:14 PST
Similk Bay reclassified to "Approved"
This change in classification was prompted by the results of a comprehensive review of pollution conditions.

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 07:22:19 PST
Learn How Your Septic System Works And How to Take Care of It
Presented by the Skagit County Public Health Department.

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:52:39 PST
Citizens encouraged to report wind damage
Damage Assessment Forms available online.

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:27:30 PST
Christensen to serve on County and Regional Planning Director's Statewide Executive Committee
Christensen has over 28 years of experience practicing land use planning, including 22 years working for Skagit County and with its citizens.

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 07:57:36 PST
Rural Residential Water Use Study Launched
Residents can mail back the paper survey form or take the survey on-line at www.skagitcounty.net/watersurvey

Wed, 02 Nov 2010 07:31:46 PST
Skagit County saves taxpayers $745,000
Skagit County government issued bond debt to finance the Transfer Station Project

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 10:51:54 PST
Skagit County approved for bond for up to $9.3 million for the construction of new transfer station
The awarded bond allocation authority comes from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 10:51:54 PST
Skagit County Appoints Floodplain Manager
Tim DeVries, Skagit County Building Official

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 17:15:00 PST
Community Meeting to discuss rural residential water use study scheduled October 21, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Skagit County, the Washington State Department of Ecology, and the City of Anacortes are working together to conduct a study of rural residential water use in the Skagit River Basin

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 02:25:03 PST
Robert Lang to present at Lincoln Theatre, October 27, 7:00pm
The Cascadia Corridor: How regional growth will shape Skagit County and Northern Puget Sound

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 01:50:03 PST
Skagit County receives $46,667 for pipeline safety
The U.S. DOT Pipelines and Hazardous Material Safety Administration awarded Skagit County a grant totaling $46,667

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 12:50:03 PST
Reservation Road closed between Similk Bay Road and Stevenson Road October 11 - October 31, 2010
Reservation Road (#40210) will be closed between Similk Bay Road (milepost 5.20) and Stevenson Road (milepost 5.40) from 6:00am on October 11 until 6:00pm on October 31

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 12:50:03 PST
Dahlstedt appointed to Chair of National Association of Counties' Food Safety Subcommittee
Commissioner Dahlstedt was appointed to the Chair of the National Association of Counties' Food Safety Subcommittee of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Steering Committee

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 12:20:03 PST
Roadwork to take place on Avon Allen Road on October 11, 2010
Avon Allen roadwork will begin on Monday, October 11

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 08:25:03 PST
Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:04:13 PST
Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:03:53 PST
WSU Skagit County Master Gardener Program Seeking Volunteer Educators
The classroom training begins on Thursday, January 20

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 10:03:03 PST
Second Half Property Taxes due November 1, 2010
Payments can also be dropped off at the drop box located near the stairs in the parking lot behind the courthouse..

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:35:23 PST
Envision Skagit 2060 Citizen Committee Orientation Packet now available
The packet discusses key issues facing Skagit County over the next 50 years.

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:02:51 PST
Temporary South Skagit Highway road closure on September 27
The Detour Route will be via SR 20, SR 9, and Concrete Sauk Valley Road for both directions.

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:02:56 PST
Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:10:06 PST
WSU Know and Grow Workshop:20 Great Trees and Shrubs for Fall Color in Skagit Valley
Tuesday, October 12, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at WSU Mount Vernon NWREC Sakuma Auditorium

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:10:56 PST
Guemes Island Ferry parking lot walkway to close
September 20 through September 22

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:10:55 PST
Happy Birthday Mount Vernon!
The celebration will begin with a Happy Birthday Gala on October 7th

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:10:53 PST
New Tool Guides Skagit Groundwater Plans
Simulations to evaluate the potential effects of groundwater withdrawals on streamflows in the basin

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:12:56 PST
Senior Driver Refresher Course can reduce insurance rates
Thursday, September 23 and Friday, September 24, at the Mount Vernon Senior Center

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:02:46 PST
County Commissioners and Mayors Select Envision Skagit 2060 Citizen Committee
To help guide the next phase of the Envision Skagit 2060 project

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:32:06 PST
Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:12:36 PST
The Outdoor Burning Restrictions Will Be Lifted
For all of the unincorporated areas of Skagit County as of 8:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 15, 2010.

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:10:56 PST
WSU Know and Grow Workshop: Dye Plants from the Fall Garden
Tuesday, September 28, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at WSU Mount Vernon NWREC Sakuma Auditorium, 16650 State Route 536.

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:15:32 PST
Skagit County awarded Farmland Preservation Assistance Grant
$25,000 to update the Farmland Legacy Program strategic plan and to gain additional community partners to leverage public and private funds.

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:55:36 PST
Second-annual Guemes Island Ferry Operations Public Forum Meeting
September 12, 2010 2:00-4:30 pm Guemes Island Community Center.

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:35:07 PST
Little Mountain Road Closure Notice
August 31 and September 2, 2010.

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:05:09 PST
WSU Know and Grow Workshop: The Real Dirt on Skagit Soils
Tuesday, September 14, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at WSU Mount Vernon NWREC Sakuma Auditorium.

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:05:09 PST
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:25:08 PST
Skagit County Invites Participation in Bayview Ridge Concepts Survey
Results of the survey will assist in the creation of a PUD ordinance.

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:25:08 PST
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:25:18 PST
Poetry Reading with Chinese scholar, Paul Hansen
Sunday, August 22 at the Skagit County Historical Museum from 2 to 4 PM.

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:25:17 PST
Fourth Annual Retro Ride and Concours D' Elegance
The day begins at 10:00 with a tour of the exhibit and a review of bicycles and costumes.

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 07:25:16 PST
Belleville Threshing Bee
August 21st beginning at 10 AM. 19095 Cook Rd, Burlington.

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:14:13 PST
Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:15:13 PST
Preliminary FEMA flood maps now available online
click on the iMap icon located on the right-hand side of Skagit County's homepage.

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 09:14:12 PST
Citizens with concerns about new FEMA flood maps encouraged to attend public open houses
The maps, once adopted by the community are utilized by lending institutions and insurance agents to determine who must purchase flood insurance.

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 08:04:14 PST
Sustainable Small Farming and Ranching Course - Curso de Agricultura Organica/Sostenible
Course starts Wednesday, Sept. 8 and will be held every Wednesday evening, from 6-9pm, through Nov. 24.

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 12:12:12 PST
Skagit County receives 4th place in Digital Government 2010 Survey
This year's survey focused on counties who achieved results through technology with the current economic situation.

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:45:02 PST
Commissioner Dillon re-appointed to the Washington State Association of Counties Legislative Steering Committee
All appointments to the Legislative Steering Committee last for one year.

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:16:43 PST
Skagit County Invites Participation in Bayview Ridge Concepts Survey
County planners constructed the survey based on feedback received at the April community workshop.

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:56:44 PST
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:56:39 PST
Skagit County receives $56,000 to fund a SCOG Resource Conservation Manager Program
Will reduce local government energy usage and increase savings.

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:23:09 PST
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:08:31 PST
106th Annual Skagit County Pioneer Association Picnic and Meeting
Thursday, August 5 at Pioneer Park in La Conner.

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:03:32 PST
Skagit County Hires Public Works Director, Henry Hash
Hash has a great amount of experience in local government and has served as the Director of Public Works for over twenty years.

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:02:22 PST
Skagit County Budget and Finance Director, Trisha Logue, awarded "Professional Finance Officer"
This annual award recognizes Trisha Logue for her ongoing educational and professional excellence.

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:33:33 PST
Beneath the Salish Sea: An Underwater Odyssey through Puget Sound
Free film event: August 12, 7:00 pm at the Padilla Bay Reserve.

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 09:51:54 PST
Car Wash Kits available for use
Kits that can be borrowed for use at charity car wash events to catch polluted water and prevent it from entering our local waters.

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:27:27 PST
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:33:12 PST
Successful Save the Samish meeting attracts community's attention
All three County Commissioners, along with Washington State's Department of Ecology Northwest Regional Director, Jeannie Summerhays, were present.

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 07:43:34 PST
Guemes Island Ferry annual haul-out to take place from October 4 - October 19, 2010
The vessel is scheduled to return to service October 20 at 6:00 am.

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:26:52 PST
Slow Down or Pay Up
Police Officers from Anacortes, Burlington, Mount Vernon, and Sedro-Woolley will join Deputies from the Skagit County Sheriff's Office this Saturday for a law enforcement effort targeting speeding drivers.

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:25:12 PST
Burn restrictions have been modified in Skagit County
Fire Marshal's Office will modify the burn restriction as of Thursday, July 15, 2010 at 8:00 am for the unincorporated areas of Skagit County, to allow recreational burning only.

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:59:34 PST
I-5/SR 11 interchange closures for roundabout construction July 11-July 29
Signs will be posted to help drivers around the closures. Drivers will primarily be rerouted via the Cook Road interchange to the north.

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:59:46 PST
Washington State's Municipal Stormwater Capacity Grant Program offers Skagit County $203,000
The offered funding will provide great assistance in reducing stormwater pollution in Skagit County.

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:58:33 PST
All Of Skagit County And North Puget Sound Has Been Closed To Recreational Shellfish Harvesting
Shellfish harvest closures will remain until additional sampling indicates toxin levels have declined.

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 06:50:43 PST
Save the Samish Community Meeting
To discuss the Samish watershed, the problems plaguing its health, and practical ways to help save it

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:30:00 PST
2010 Skagit County Fair to feature sustainable practices
The Skagit County 2010 Fair theme, "Bringing it all back home," emphasizes the Fair's connection to Skagit County's community, local farmers, and families

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:30:00 PST
Skagit County receives Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency maps and report
The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) produced the revised Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for Skagit County on Thursday, July 1

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:59:00 PST
Lake View Blvd. at State Route 9 closed July 3 from 8pm to 12am for Big Lake Fireworks Display
Lake View Boulevard will be closed at the intersection of State Route 9 from 8:00 pm to 12:00 am during the Big Lake Fireworks Display

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:59:00 PST
Senior Driver Refresher Course can reduce insurance rates
The next scheduled session of Getting There Early, a senior driver refresher course, will occur on Thursday, July 8 and Friday, July 9

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:59:00 PST
Family Support Division office relocated
Effective June 30, 2010, the Family Support Division of the Skagit County Prosecuting Attorney's office has moved.

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:59:00 PST
Apple Maggot Season Approaching
It is apple season again and with Skagit County's anticipated apple bounty comes an unwanted pest, the apple maggot

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 10:05:00 PST
Skagit County Fair now accepting online registrations
This year, the Skagit County Fair is accepting exhibit registration online

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:14:14 PST
The recipients of the 2009 Annual Sheriff's Office Awards were announced June 10, 2010
Awarded to County employees who have been a great help and asset to the Sheriff's Office

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:14:28 PST
Fidalgo Bay has been closed to recreational shellfish harvesting
Due to a recent sample of shellfish containing elevated levels of Paralytic Shellfish Toxin

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 07:36:43 PST
Skagit County Commissioners seek applications for Envision Skagit 2060 Citizen Committee
The Committee will develop a forward-looking vision for Skagit County through 2060.

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:32:51 PST
Cheese Making Class in Spanish and English June 21
Queso fresco is a delicious soft cheese that has been made for generations.

Wed, 26 May 2010 15:47:01 PST
Skagit County Receives Grant to Support Recycling Efforts
Proposal one of 82 chosen from over 1,700 applications.

Wed, 26 May 2010 09:25:47 PST
WSU Know and Grow Workshop: Storing Rainwater: Build Your Own Rain Barrel
You may come and listen to the presentation for free.

Fri, 21 May 2010 07:29:45 PST
Thu, 20 May 2010 08:09:08 PST
Filing for Candidacy in 2010
Begins Monday, June 7, 2010, and ends Friday, June 11, 2010.

Mon, 17 May 2010 08:12:12 PST
"Here's to the Women!" with Linda Allen at Skagit County Historical Museum
Celebrating one hundred years of women's suffrage.

Fri, 14 May 2010 07:57:12 PST
Granite Sculptures to Move from Gilkey Square to Historical Museum
The Crossing Point Drum and two child-size pieces: a canoe and a tugboat.

Thu, 13 May 2010 11:15:53 PST
Thu, 22 Apr 2010 07:49:53 PST
Wed, 21 Apr 2010 07:09:23 PST
Community meeting slated for April 29 and May 11 to discuss South Fidalgo Island Stormwater Management Plan
The plan developed by Skagit County and the engineering consultant, Tetra Tech, will be discussed at the community meetings.

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 10:35:54 PST
WSU Know and Grow Workshop: Urban Chickens 101
Jill Eelkema will cover all aspects of what is involved in raising a few chickens at home.

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 08:15:54 PST
Farm Machinery Safety Workshop
According to the U.S. Ag census approximately 300 children in the United States are killed each year in farm accidents.

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 07:14:24 PST
WSU Master Gardeners Plant Sale May 8
Saturday, May 8 from 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at the Skagit County Fairgrounds.

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 07:14:19 PST
Septics 101 Classes
Two new Septics 101 classes are coming up soon. Learn how to keep your septic system working properly and save money at the same time!

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:19:19 PST
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:27:05 PST
16th Annual Law Day Free Legal Advice Clinic
The clinic will be held on Thursday, April 29, 10 am - 5 pm.

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 07:22:25 PST
Celebrate Earth Day
Skagit Transit will give free rides for Earth Day participants.

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 07:22:22 PST
WSU Master Gardener Plant Clinics Offered To The Public
Need answers to your gardening questions?

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 08:12:22 PST
Skagit County in full compliance with federal and state floodplain regulations
Skagit County worked closely with Ecology and provided documentation.

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:12:14 PST
WSU Know and Grow Workshop: Enhancing Your Landscape with Native Plants
Presented by the Washington State University Skagit County Extension Master Gardeners.

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 07:32:15 PST
Skagit County selected for $961,980 funding for "Clean Samish Initiative" from EPA
EPA received sixty-seven proposals from local governments.

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:48:45 PST
Skagit County Adopts 2010 Climate Action Plan
After more than a year of work by the county's citizen Climate Action and Sustainability Taskforce.

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:41:54 PST
Skagit County Offices and Departments will be closed on Friday, March 19th
Mandatory closure days are designed to help with the Skagit County budgetary shortfall.

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:50:24 PST
Saint Patrick's Day Impaired Driver Emphasis Patrols
Skagit County law enforcement will be conducting a DUI Emphasis Patrol on the evening and night of Saint Patrick's Day.

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:50:22 PST
1ST Annual Historic Home Tour Features La Conner-area Homes
Seven vintage homes of the La Conner area will be featured.

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:56:22 PST
Anacortes Ferry Terminal Parking Plan
Skagit County is committed to planning for the future by improving support facilities for ferry operations.

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:19:43 PST
Horses? Manure? Mud? Get Help!
Healthy Horses, Healthy Watersheds, a series of three, free workshops.

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:12:43 PST
History of Snowboarding in the PNW
Topic of Presentation at County Museum.

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:37:29 PST
Treasurer's Office to Mail Tax Statements Soon
The 2010 tax statements have a different look with more information.

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:32:29 PST
Garage Sale, Antiques and More!
April 10th and 11th the Skagit County Fairgrounds.

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:32:41 PST
Guemes Island Ferry service interrupted February 24-25
No extra runs will be made for cancelled runs.

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:21:11 PST
WSU Know and Grow Workshop: Caring for Your Gardening Tools
Tuesday, March 2, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at WSU Mount Vernon NWREC Sakuma Auditorium, 16650 State Route 536

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:26:21 PST
Skagit County Law Library Open House
Friday, February 5, 2010

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:56:21 PST
Groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for Ferry Terminal Building
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at the Anacortes Terminal.

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:25:26 PST
WSU Skagit Master Gardener Program Coordinator Hired
Program Coordinator for Skagit County will be Kari Russom.

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 08:56:06 PST
Lunsford hired for Fairgrounds Event Coordinator Position
The 2010 theme for the Skagit County Fair will be "Bringing It All Back Home."

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 08:56:05 PST
Senior Driver Refresher Course Can Reduce Insurance Rates
Thursday, January 27 and Friday, November 28, at the Concrete Senior Center.

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 08:56:04 PST
Skagit County Now GMA-Compliant For the First Time in 19 Years
Making the county eligible for additional state grant and funding opportunities.

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:23:06 PST
State Recognizes Skagit County for Top Score
In a statewide competition for grant funding in the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Programs Farmland Preservation category.

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 08:23:06 PST
Department of Ecology Notifies County of Possible Closure of Carpenter-Fisher Creek Basins to New Water Uses
Issues a letter to Skagit County warning that the use of groundwater for domestic purposes in the Carpenter and Fisher Creek basins will likely be prohibited in the near future.

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 08:23:04 PST
Gathering of Native Artists on January 23 at County Museum
Award-winning Pacific Northwest artists will be featured to show and sell their fine Native art on Saturday, January 23.


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