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Tue,
18 Dec 2012 10:30:18 PST
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County to activate electric vehicle charging station
Thu,
13 Dec 2012 10:16:17 PSTThe public is invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony Wed, 12 Dec 2012 08:12:10 PST Anderson-LaVenture
road project provides huge salmon benefit
Wed,
05 Dec 2012 14:00:55 PSTCoho and chum salmon will have significantly improved access Skagit
County Commissioners to honor Washington State Senator Mary Margaret
Haugen with Proclamation
Tue,
27 Nov 2012 14:26:06 PSTThe public is invited to attend. Mobile
Cleaning Business Workshop to Prevent Stormwater Pollution
Wed,
21 Nov 2012 14:36:05 PSTMobile cleaning business operators are invited to participate in a free Stormwater University workshop Guemes
Island Ferry Engine Repair
Thu,
08 Nov 2012 07:18:53 PSTDue to an unexpected necessary engine repair, the Guemes Island Ferry will provide passenger-only service on Monday Skagit
County to hold second meeting to discuss Clear Lake Park
Fri,
02 Nov 2012 09:53:26 PST6:30 pm on Thursday, November 29, 2012, at Clear Lake Elementary School Toxic
algae blooms have cleared from Fidalgo Island Lakes. Warning notice
removed from Pass Lake and Caution lifted from Campbell Lake.
Wed,
31 Oct 2012 07:13:58 PSTCautions were previously lifted from Heart and Erie Skagit
River predicted to hit flood stage at Concrete
Tue,
30 Oct 2012 13:13:58 PSTAt approximately 5:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 31st, and to crest at 30.8 feet at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday. Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:00:58 PST Health
Department warns that toxin-producing blue-green algae is present
in Pass Lake at Deception Pass State Park on Fidalgo Island
Thu,
25 Oct 2012 09:49:42 PSTWater from Pass Lake was sampled on October 18, 2012 after state park rangers observed a suspicious algae bloom in the lake. Guemes
Island Ferry back in service
Thu,
18 Oct 2012 11:10:00 PSTThe Guemes Island Ferry is back in service on its normal sailing schedule. Skagit
County seeks new Agricultural Advisory Board member
Tue,
16 Oct 2012 09:48:06 PSTSkagit County Board of Commissioners is seeking interested people from District 3 to serve on the Agricultural Advisory Board. The
outdoor burn ban will be lifted for all of the unincorporated areas
of Skagit County
Fri,
12 Oct 2012 09:48:06 PSTAs of 8:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 17, 2012 Skagit
County second half property taxes due October 31, 2012
Fri,
12 Oct 2012 09:48:07 PSTAn additional 8 percent penalty is assessed if the payment is made after November 30, 2012. Skagit
County maintains Community Rating System Class 4 rating, saving rural
residents over $800,000 in flood insurance premiums.
Fri,
12 Oct 2012 09:48:08 PSTSkagit County's volunteer actions include flood preparedness, flood damage reduction, mapping and regulations, and public awareness efforts. Skagit
County seeks new Agricultural Advisory Board member
Tue,
09 Oct 2012 10:20:06 PSTSeeking interested people from District 3 Skagit
County Planning Commission meeting rescheduled
Tue,
09 Oct 2012 09:48:16 PSTA special meeting has been scheduled on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. Burn
restrictions have been modified to a full burn ban in Skagit County
Tue,
02 Oct 2012 15:18:36 PSTAs of Monday, October 8, 2012 at 8:00 am. Skagit
Conservation District to host Dr. John Buckhouse, OSU Rangeland Watershed
Manager
Tue,
02 Oct 2012 09:45:36 PSTWednesday, October 24, 2012, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Padilla Bay Research Reserve WSU
Skagit County Master Gardener Program Seeking Volunteer Educators
Mon,
01 Oct 2012 10:26:56 PSTMaster Gardener volunteer educators will receive WSU computer-based course work. State
Department of Licensing will increase some driver and vehicle fees
in October
Thu,
27 Sep 2012 13:30:00 PSTSeveral fees related to driver and vehicle licensing charged by the Department of Licensing Health
Department reports that blue-green algae toxins were NOT detected
in Lake Cavanaugh water sample
Tue,
25 Sep 2012 15:39:34 PSTA water sample from an algae bloom along the north shore of Lake Cavanaugh was submitted for algal toxin testing on September 20. The
2012 Guemes Island Ferry haul-out will take place starting at 7:00
p.m. Sunday, October 7, 2012 through Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Fri,
21 Sep 2012 12:50:04 PSTThe car ferry's last run will occur Sunday, October 7 at 5:45 p.m. Health
Department Cautions that Toxin-Producing Algae may be present in Cavanaugh,
Heart, Campbell, and Erie Lakes
Fri,
21 Sep 2012 07:58:37 PSTToxins produced by blue green algae can cause illness in animals and humans. Flood
Awareness Week is October 2-5 in Skagit County
Fri,
21 Sep 2012 07:27:07 PSTThe threat of extreme flooding generally occurs in the Skagit Valley between the months of October and March. Several
Skagit County departments relocate next week, services temporarily
limited
Thu,
20 Sep 2012 13:36:07 PSTEnvironmental Public Health Department and Fire Marshal's Office will relocate to 1800 Continental Place. Skagit
County Board of Commissioners seeks applicants for Skagit County Planning
Commission
Thu,
20 Sep 2012 11:30:07 PSTApplicants must live within County Commissioner District 3, which includes the greater Sedro-Woolley area extending upriver east to the County line. Clean
Samish Initiative Public Meeting slated for September 27
Wed,
19 Sep 2012 10:27:00 PSTThursday, September 27, 2012, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Skagit County Commissioners Hearing Room at 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon. Skagit
County announces release of Skagit County Water Quality Program Annual
Report
Tue,
18 Sep 2012 15:32:04 PSTIncludes all data collected during the first eight years of the program. Health
Department Cautions that Toxin-Producing Algae may be present in Heart,
Campbell, and Erie Lakes on Fidalgo Island
Tue,
18 Sep 2012 15:19:04 PSTToxins produced by blue green algae can cause illness in animals and humans. Workshop
offered on pollution prevention for boat repair businesses and boat
owners.
Fri,
14 Sep 2012 08:52:04 PSTThe first workshop is on Wednesday, October 3, at the Lighthouse Building in LaConner. How
to properly dispose of latex paint in Skagit County
Wed,
12 Sep 2012 15:15:14 PSTStarting October 1, 2012, Skagit County's Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Facility in Mount Vernon will no longer accept latex paint. What
is your vision for Clear Lake Beach Park?
Fri,
07 Sep 2012 13:20:54 PSTPlease join us at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 20 at Clear Lake Elementary School Fri, 07 Sep 2012 13:20:29 PST Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:24:29 PST Skagit
River General Investigation reaches major milestone
Mon,
27 Aug 2012 09:10:09 PSTCounty, Corps move ahead to study three alternatives. Skagit
County holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for new Transfer and Recycling
Station Project.
Mon,
20 Aug 2012 09:10:09 PSTOn August 23, 2012 Skagit
County's road closure information is now available on the website.
Fri,
17 Aug 2012 06:52:45 PSTThe information includes both emergency closures and scheduled construction Guemes
Island Ferry Operations Public Forum Meeting September 13, 2012
Wed,
15 Aug 2012 14:32:19 PST6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Guemes Island Community Hall Skagit
County Planning and Development Services offices will be closed the
afternoon of August 17
Tue,
14 Aug 2012 15:12:16 PSTIn honor of Tim DeVries. Skagit
County implementing modified burn ban
Tue,
14 Aug 2012 13:52:16 PSTDue to forecasted high temperatures, possible dry lightning strikes Samish
Bay reopened to harvesting all species of shellfish
Mon,
13 Aug 2012 15:34:56 PSTCypress and Sinclair Islands are currently closed to all shellfish harvest in Skagit County. Rules
for pets and service animals in food establishments
Mon,
13 Aug 2012 14:48:56 PSTPets are not allowed on the premises of a food establishment. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:48:56 PST Skagit
County seeks applicants for lodging tax money
Thu,
09 Aug 2012 12:48:56 PSTOrganizations seeking funding for projects and events that bring tourists to Skagit County are eligible to apply. Skagit
County honors memory of employee Tim DeVries
Wed,
08 Aug 2012 10:56:56 PSTIt is with great sorrow that we must report that long-time Skagit County employee Tim DeVries passed away on Tuesday morning. Invitation
to community beach seine sampling
Tue,
07 Aug 2012 15:26:53 PSTAt Ship Harbor, next to the San Juan Ferry Terminal in Anacortes, on Monday, August 13 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Skagit
County receives $1.2 million for Guemes ferry improvements
Tue,
07 Aug 2012 15:26:51 PSTTo replace worn guide structures at the Anacortes dock of the Guemes Island Ferry system. Reminder:
Transfer and Recycling Station to be closed August 9 for paving
Wed,
01 Aug 2012 15:40:51 PSTContact the Skagit County Transfer Station at (360) 424-7817 with any questions. Skagit
County residents may experience interruptions in Waste Management
services
Tue,
31 Jul 2012 10:40:51 PSTCheck online for delays: http://wmnorthwest.com/servicedelays.html Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:04:01 PST 108th
Annual Skagit County Pioneer Association Picnic and Meeting
Thu,
26 Jul 2012 14:10:01 PSTThursday, August 2, 2012 at Pioneer Park in La Conner Skagit
County's Trisha Logue earns Professional Finance Officer Award
Thu,
26 Jul 2012 14:10:01 PSTFrom the Washington Finance Officers Association (WFOA) Skagit
County offers residential energy efficiency program
Wed,
25 Jul 2012 14:44:01 PSTA pilot program to help residents improve the energy efficiency of their homes.. County
Endorses Updated 10-Year Plan to Reduce Homelessness
Wed,
25 Jul 2012 14:07:01 PSTA community-led process developed by a variety of local homeless services stakeholders. Skagit
County will be repairing and overlaying roadways on Fir Island Road
the week of July 23
Wed,
25 Jul 2012 14:01:01 PSTWork will continue the weeks of July 30, and early August on Farm To Market Road and Chilberg Road. Skagit
County Transfer and Recycling Station to be closed August 9 for paving
Fri,
20 Jul 2012 14:23:01 PSTTo allow for final paving of facility improvements. High
river levels cause soil saturation, septic problems
Fri,
13 Jul 2012 13:53:01 PSTThe Skagit River has been above 20 feet for the past 30 days Skagit
Watershed Garden Tour to be held on Sunday, August 12
Tue,
10 Jul 2012 07:03:01 PSTA Samish area garden tour highlighting gardens that are beautiful and bountiful. Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:23:34 PST Reminder:
Seasonal Agricultural and Political Signs not allowed in County Road
right of way
Tue,
03 Jul 2012 15:32:14 PSTIt is once again the time of year. Skagit
County's Tim DeVries named WABO Building Official of the Year
Tue,
03 Jul 2012 15:32:14 PSTDeVries has held multiple leadership positions in his 7 years as a member of WABO Tue, 03 Jul 2012 07:32:04 PST Food
Worker Cards Are Available Online
Mon,
02 Jul 2012 14:14:04 PSTTrain and test, pay by credit card and print out a food worker card from any computer. Trustees
Association honors Commissioner Dahlstedt with leadership award
Fri,
29 Jun 2012 15:13:21 PSTIn furthering the mission of technical and community colleges in Washington State. Sun, 01 Jun 2012 15:13:21 PST Skagit
County to receive critical funding from Surface Transportation Extension
Act of 2012
Wed,
27 Jun 2012 08:43:01 PSTThe bill reauthorizes the Secure Rural Schools program Wed, 27 Jun 2012 07:20:01 PST Skagit
County Hosts NACo Green Purchasing Intern
Fri,
22 Jun 2012 08:20:11 PSTWill help advance the county's efforts to purchase greener products Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:16:49 PST Skagit
Conservation District to host a free workshop
Tue,
19 Jun 2012 13:29:40 PSTPre-registration should be submitted by July 16, 2012 Skagit
County Commissioners will host Guemes Island Community Meeting, Tuesday,
July 24, 2012
Mon,
18 Jun 2012 15:36:14 PST5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Guemes Island Community Center Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:39:14 PST Mon, 18 June 2012 07:55:18 PST Skagit
County Commissioners Seek Applications for Two Positions on Transfer
of Development Rights Advisory Committee
Fri,
08 June 2012 14:52:08 PSTEvaluating potential creation of a Skagit County transfer of development rights Envision
Skagit to Host Presentation on Skagit Climate Science
Fri,
08 June 2012 10:56:18 PSTJune 21, A report on the latest research about potential changes in the climate of Skagit County Envision
Skagit 2060 Wins Governor's Smart Communities Award
Fri,
08 June 2012 10:56:15 PSTRecognizing outstanding local planning and community development efforts from throughout the state Tue, 06 June 2012 07:55:55 PST Tue, 05 June 2012 09:00:00 PST Skagit
Conservation Education Alliance announces Art for Learning Science
Week
Tue,
29 May 2012 08:00:00 PSTFor all ages during the week of June 20-27. Samish
Watershed selected for additional Federal cost-share funding
Tue,
29 May 2012 10:00:00 PSTWill provide an excellent opportunity for landowners and operators Guemes
Island Ferry will transport portable gas containers
Tue,
22 May 2012 14:35:00 PSTEach vehicle or vehicle and trailer is allowed no more than two 6-gallon containers. Skagit
Conservation Education Alliance offers a sunset fundraiser
Thu,
17 May 2012 11:00:00 PSTA shellfish farm dinner with oyster bar. Skagit
County announces Guemes Island Ferry Memorial Day Weekend sailing
schedule
Thu,
10 May 2012 11:00:00 PSTSkagit County announces the following Guemes Island Ferry Memorial Day Weekend sailing schedule. Skagit
County Public Health now offers EnviroStars certification to Skagit
County businesses
Fri,
04 May 2012 15:36:14 PSTBusinesses receive recognition with a 2 to 5 star rating Fri, 04 May 2012 14:16:14 PST Guemes
Island Ferry Peak Season Sailing Schedule
Wed,
01 May 2012 11:16:11 PSTFares will be in effect from May 20, 2012 to September 30, 2012 Skagit
County Planning Commission to hold special meetings
Mon,
30 Apr 2012 10:32:18 PSTTo discuss the working draft of the Shoreline Master Program Update Skagit
County Commissioners to make decision on the Proposal to Expand Marine
Recovery Area in the Samish Watershed
Wed,
25 Apr 2012 09:32:18 PSTMay 29, 2012, at 10:30 a.m., the Commissioners will make a decision Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:20:13 PST May
2012 declared Puget Sound Starts Here Month
Thu,
19 Apr 2012 09:40:23 PSTIt's our backyard. It's our driveway. It's our neighborhood. It's our home. Skagit
County Public Works awarded American Public Works Association's public
works project of the year
Wed,
18 Apr 2012 09:40:23 PSTThe award will be presented to Skagit County in conjunction with the APWA International Public Works Congress and Exposition in August, 2012. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:20:23 PST Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:20:23 PST Mon, 04 Apr 2012 08:31:33 PST Samish
Bay shellfish beds reopened
Thu,
05 Apr 2012 14:53:40 PSTThe Department of Health originally closed the beds on April 4th, 2012 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:36:40 PST Mon, 28 Mar 2012 08:56:50 PST Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:10:10 PST Skagit
County Fish/Farm Litigation Ends
Tue,
20 Feb 2012 13:30:03 PSTInnovative new salmon habitat program promises cooperative approach to habitat protection for Skagit Valley farmland. Consumers
warned not to eat eggs produced by Daizen Farms
Wed,
14 Feb 2012 11:06:33 PSTLaboratory testing confirms that the feed contained Salmonella. Samish
Bay shellfish beds reopened
Tue,
13 Mar 2012 14:30:12 PSTThe Department of Health originally closed the beds on March 10th, 2012 Strategic
Action Planning Session for Livestock and Horse Owners in the Samish
Watershed
Mon,
12 Mar 2012 15:33:34 PSTMonday, March 19, 2012, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Alger Community Club Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:36:09 PST Tue, 06 Mar 2012 07:08:01 PST Herbs:
Learn How to Grow and Care for Your Own Favorite Herbs
Wed,
29 Feb 2012 11:28:51 PSTMaster Gardener Becky Stinson will share her expertise about culinary, fragrant, ornamental and medicinal herbs Guemes
Island Ferry Operations Public Forum Meeting March 22, 2012
Fri,
24 Feb 2012 10:38:33 PST6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Guemes Island Community Hall Guemes
Island Ferry Customer Satisfaction Survey
Thu,
16 Feb 2012 10:20:03 PSTGuemes Island residents have until March 30th to return the surveys Extended
Deadline for applications to the Farmland Ranchland Protection Program
Tue,
14 Feb 2012 08:24:03 PSTFarmland Legacy Program is accepting application submittals to the program Skagit
County to hold open house for new residential efficiency program
Fri,
10 Feb 2012 09:14:13 PSTFebruary 22, from 2:30 to 5:00 pm Skagit
County Publishes Pipeline Safety Webpage and Brochure
Tue,
07 Feb 2012 11:22:33 PSTTo help raise awareness of pipeline safety Larsen:
Army Corps Commits to $700,000 of Funding for Skagit G.I.
Thu,
02 Feb 2012 11:06:33 PSTFrom the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for 2012 Samish
Bay shellfish beds reopened
Tue,
31 Jan 2012 08:06:03 PSTThe Department of Health originally closed the beds on January 21, 2012 Larsen,
Skagit County Commissioners, Mayors to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers:
Commit to Funding the Skagit G.I.
Mon,
23 Jan 2012 09:16:53 PSTLetters highlight the community's support for the critical project Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:29:23 PST Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:22:19 PST Skagit
County to host a Community Meeting to discuss turning the Samish Watershed
into a Marine Recovery Area
Wed,
04 Jan 2012 13:22:19 PSTJanuary 24, 2012 Skagit
County Public Health announces Septics 101 and 201 class schedules
Tue,
03 Jan 2012 15:18:59 PSTThe free Septics classes will inform and educate homeowners on septic system operation and maintenance. Public
Meeting to discuss the Sinclair Island Dock
Tue,
03 Jan 2012 15:17:59 PSTWednesday, January 25, 2012, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Skagit
County Board of Commissioners seeks applicants for Central Valley
Ambulance Authority Board
The Central Valley Ambulance Authority is responsible for providing emergency medical services in the Central Valley service area. |