December 3, 2024
Skagit County Hearing Examiner to Consider Battery Energy Storage System Permit Application
On December 20, 2024, at 9:00 AM, the Skagit County Hearing Examiner will host a public hearing to consider a special use permit application from NextEra Energy to develop a battery energy storage system (BESS) near the Port of Skagit.
November 13, 2024
Skagit County 2025 Preliminary Budget Available; Public Invited to Attend Upcoming Budget Presentation
Monday, November 18, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room at 1800 Continental Place in Mount Vernon.
November 7, 2024
Courthouse to be Illuminated as Skagit County Participates in ‘Operation Green Light’ in Support of Local Veterans
Operation Green Light is a national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties (NACo) to support military veterans.
November 4, 2024
Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) System Temporarily Shuts Down
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC), the state agency that provides Skagit County’s case management system, has temporarily shut down after officials detected “unauthorized activity” in their network.
October 21, 2024
Mount Vernon Community Meeting Scheduled for November 12, 2024
Skagit County will host a community meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room located at 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon.
October 17, 2024
Skagit County Joins the Great ShakeOut 2024
A worldwide earthquake drill and preparedness event scheduled on October 17, 2024. This collaborative effort includes the Skagit County Sheriff’s Office, the cities of Anacortes and Sedro-Woolley, and the Town of La Conner.
October 14, 2024
Skagit County to Host Webinar for new Online Permit Software
Monday, November 4th, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to provide a demonstration of the software.
October 11, 2024
Skagit County Farmland Legacy Program Part of National Focus to Help Farmers Protect, Transfer, and Access Land
As the average age of farmers, ranchers, and agricultural landowners continues to climb, the working land they steward is at a moment of seismic transition.
October 7, 2024
Board of County Commissioners Announce the Appointment of Monica Negrila as Director of Strategic Initiatives
Responsible for shaping and executing the strategic direction and growth of County initiatives, starting with a focus on North Star.
September 30, 2024
2024 Annual Flood Awareness Week to Kick Off; Public Preparedness Events Scheduled
Flood Awareness Week officially kicks off on Monday, October 7, 2024 in Skagit County and will run through Friday, October 11, 2024.
September 27, 2024
Skagit County Adopts Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resiliency Financing Program
C-PACER financing allows business owners to secure loans to make critical building improvements.
September 26, 2024
Skagit County Unveils New Elections Office; Announces Spanish Election Materials for November 2024 Election
The new space will be fully operational to process ballots for the November 5th presidential election.
September 24, 2024
Skagit County to Stop Accepting Glass at All Transfer Stations
Starting October 1. Due to a closure of a glass manufacturing facility in Seattle, there is no longer any facility in the area that will take our recycled glass.
September 23, 2024
Skagit County to Host Clothing Swap at Fairgrounds
On Wednesday, October 9th, from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Skagit County Fairgrounds, North Entrance, at 1410 Virginia St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. The clothing swap will be in A&B Building.
September 23, 2024
Skagit County Commissioners Adopt Interim Ordinance Imposing Moratorium for Energy Projects on Skagit Farmland
Imposing a moratorium on the acceptance of permits for electrical energy generation or storage facilities on Skagit farmland. The moratorium lasts for six months but may be extended by the Board if necessary.
September 20, 2024
Skagit County Releases First Drafts of the Transportation Element, Capital Facilities Element, and Utilities Element Preliminary Policy Revisions
These documents are now available for public review on our project page. The comment period is open from Tuesday, September 24, 2024, to October 24, 2024.
September 16, 2024
TOMORROW: Commissioners to Host Public Hearing on 2025 Guemes Island Ferry Fare Schedule
Skagit County Commissioners are hosting a public hearing on the draft 2025 Guemes Island ferry fare schedule tomorrow, September 17th, at 3:00 p.m. in the Commissioner's Hearing Room
September 16, 2024
Skagit County to Host Open House for Climate Element of 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update
Tuesday, October 1, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Jefferson Elementary School in Mount Vernon.
September 16, 2024
Skagit County Volunteer Stewardship Program Implements $1 Million in Legislative Funding with On-The-Ground Projects
Using $1 million in 2023 legislative funding, the Skagit County Voluntary Stewardship Program (VSP) has protected water quality and restored critical areas on Skagit farmland
September 12, 2024
Skagit County lifts Outdoor Burn Ban for Unincorporated Areas beginning September 14, 2024
Effective at 08:00 am. September 14, 2024, and until further notice, residential yard, and land-clearing fires are again permitted in areas within unincorporated Skagit County.
September 11, 2024
Skagit County Commissioners to Host Public Hearing on Draft 2025 Guemes Island Ferry Fare Schedule
On Tuesday, September 17th, at 3:00 p.m. The public is invited to join and provide comment in person.
September 9, 2024
Skagit County to Launch New Online Permit Software
On November 12, 2024, the Skagit County Planning and Development Services Department plans to launch a new online permitting software from Tyler Technologies.
September 6, 2024
Celebrating 60 Years of Skagit County Parks and Recreation: A Legacy of Growth, Community, and Adventure
Partnerships have been key to our ongoing success.
September 3, 2024
Commissioners to host Post Adoption Hearing on July Agricultural Event Venue Moratorium
Regarding Ordinance #O20240003 at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 9, 2024.
August 28, 2024
Skagit County Commissioners Oppose Goldeneye BESS Project
A Battery energy storage system project (BESS) east of Sedro-Woolley.
August 22, 2024
Skagit County Breaks Ground on Crisis Stabilization Center Expansion
To acknowledge the years of collaboration that led to the new facility.
August 22, 2024
Skagit County Releases First Drafts of Housing, Land Use, and Economic Development Policy Revisions
Documents are now available for public review on our project page.
August 19, 2024
New Solid Waste Rates in Effect Starting September 1st
On September 12, 2023, the Skagit County Commissioners approved a contract with a new vendor, Waste Management.
August 9, 2024
20th Annual Fidalgo Bay Day on August 24th
Come join the Skagit Marine Resources Committee and friends for a FREE, fun, family outing.
August 9, 2024
Draft 2024 Ferry Fare Revenue Target Report Available
Public Hearing Scheduled Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 3:00pm.
August 8, 2024
Additional Recreational Shellfish Harvest Closures Issued in Skagit County
Due to Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) Toxins
August 7, 2024
Skagit Transit Draft Transit Development Plan Available for Comment
Skagit Transit has completed the agency's annual draft Transit Development Plan (TDP) and is open for public comment through August 21, 2024.
July 26, 2024
Recreational Shellfish Harvest Closures Issued for Similk Bay and Skagit Bay
Due to Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) Toxins
July 26, 2024
August Proclaimed Breastfeeding Month in Skagit County, New Lactation Pod Installed at Superior Court
Highlighting the health benefits of breastfeeding for both baby and parent, while also calling attention to barriers that exist in our community.
July 25, 2024
Key Skagit County Farm Property on Agricultural Scenic Corridor Protected
The property sits along the state’s only designated Agricultural Scenic Corridor at the Chuckanut Drive and I-5 interchange.
July 23, 2024
Commissioners Adopt New Interim Ordinance Prohibiting New Permits for Event Venues on Agricultural Land
The interim ordinance, which takes effect immediately, clarifies that permissible tourism-related activity on Skagit farmland does not include permanent businesses that conduct large events.
July 23, 2024
Skagit County Announces First Drafts of Comprehensive Plan Element Policy Revisions
There be a 30-day written comment period available for each draft element as they are released.
July 22, 2024
Call for Applications for the Skagit County Planning Commission
There are three Planning Commission terms expiring on August 31, 2024, one in each Commissioner District.
July 17, 2024
The Population Health Trust Seeks Nominations for the 2024 Skagit Change Maker Award and Community Champion Award
“Skagit County has a long, rich history of people supporting the community,”
July 16, 2024
Biodegradable Dog Poop Bags: Not as Green as You Think
They can cause more harm than good in our environment.
June 26, 2024
Skagit County to Remove Courthouse Fourth Floor
A structural assessment of the courthouse building in 2019 identified significant seismic deficiencies and recommended removing the fourth floor to improve the structural resiliency.
June 17, 2024
Commissioners to Consider Remand Resolution for Planning Commissioner Agritourism Proposal
The Skagit County Commissioners will consider a resolution to remand the Planning Commission agritourism proposal on Monday, June 24th, at 2:30 p.m.
June 14, 2024
Joe Leary Slough Bridge Reopened
The Bayview Edison Road bridge spanning Joe Leary Slough has been reopened after repairs and maintenance were completed.
June 13, 2024
Skagit County to Host Series of Comprehensive Plan Update Open Houses
An opportunity for the community to learn about and contribute to Skagit County’s 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update.
June 11, 2024
Skagit County to host Clean Water Program Reauthorization Public Hearing
Public hearing regarding a resolution reauthorizing the Clean Water (Shellfish Protection) District on Tuesday, June 25th, at 8:45 a.m.
June 3, 2024
Burn Ban takes effect June 15, 2024, for all of Skagit County
Due to current and forecasted weather conditions, will continue until further notice.
June 3, 2024
Skagit County EMS Brings PulsePoint, a Lifesaving 9-1-1 Integrated Mobile App, to Skagit County
Increasing community awareness of emergent events, and alerting CPR-trained citizens to cardiac arrest victims nearby.
May 23, 2024
Skagit County Public Works Publishes Farmland Legacy 2023 Annual Report
The report provides insight into the role of agriculture in Skagit County and how protecting farmland helps us preserve agricultural viability.
May 23, 2024
Guemes Island Ferry Electronic Ticketing System Launch Delayed
The original launch date for the new system was June 6, 2024
May 3, 2024
Skagit County to Host Public Hearing on Proposed Drainage Utility Assessment Rate Updates
Monday, May 20th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room located at 1800 Continental Place in Mount Vernon.
May 3, 2024
Guemes Island Ferry Ticketing Meeting Scheduled for May 20, 2024
Skagit County Public Works staff will host a Guemes Island ferry ticketing community meeting on Monday, May 20th.
May 2, 2024
Skagit County to host Public Hearing on Proposed Solid Waste Fee Updates
A public hearing on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 8:30am in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon.
April 30, 2024
Shellfish Harvesting in Skagit County
With the return of warmer weather and daytime low tides, you might be venturing out to harvest shellfish from one of Skagit County’s many beaches.
April 30, 2024
Skagit County Adopts Public Participation Program for 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update
To enhance community involvement in the upcoming 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update.
April 26, 2024
Guemes Island Ferry Ticket Expiration Policy
Skagit County is aware of the complaints submitted regarding the expiration policy of Guemes Island ferry punch cards.
April 18, 2024
BID OPENING RESCHEDULED – 2024 HMA OVERLAY #ESHMA24-1
From Monday, April 22, 2024 at 2:45 p.m. to Monday, May 6, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
April 15, 2024
EMS Levy Renewal on April Special Election Ballot
The Skagit BoardThe purpose of the ballot measure is to renew the levy at a sufficient rate to continue critical funding for 24-hour EMS response.
April 9, 2024
Anacortes Community Meeting Scheduled for April 22, 2024
Skagit County will host a community meeting in Anacortes on Monday, April 22nd, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Anacortes Senior Activity Center.
April 9, 2024
Ovenell Road to be Closed for Daytime Repairs April 9 and April 10, 2024 at Farm To Market Road.
Ovenell Road, at Farm To Market Road, will be closed for repairs on Tuesday, April 9th and Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
April 9, 2024
Public Comment Period Open for 2024 Stormwater Management Program Plan
Skagit County is soliciting public comment on the draft 2024 Stormwater Management Program Plan through April 19, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.
April 4, 2024
Notice of Skagit County Economic Development Grant Application Deadline
The deadline for submittal is May 20, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.
April 2, 2024
Update #21 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
April 1, 2024
Reminder! Skagit County is looking for beta testers for new Guemes Ferry electronic ticketing system
Skagit County announced we will be transitioning to a new electronic ticketing system for the Guemes Island Ferry.
March 29, 2024
Friday Creek Road to be Closed for Daytime Repairs April 1 and April 2, 2024
Between Wilde's Creek Lane and Daisy Lane.
March 28, 2024
Commissioners to host Work Session and Q&A on Agricultural Event Venue AOI
Monday, April 1st, at 4:00pm.
March 27, 2024
Community Invited to EMS Levy Renewal Q&A Sessions
The Skagit County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) department invites the community to learn more about the EMS levy renewal on the April 23, 2024, special election ballot.
March 25, 2024
Guemes Island Ferry to Transition to Electronic Ticketing System
Skagit County is excited to announce the launch of a new electronic ferry ticketing system provided by Anchor Operating Systems.
March 22, 2024
Commissioners to host Public Hearing on Agricultural Event Venue Moratorium
The Skagit County Commissioners will host a post-adoption hearing regarding Ordinance #20240001 at 11:30 a.m. on Monday March 25, 2024.
March 18, 2024
Child Care Capacity Increases in Skagit County
Child care is essential to life-long health and economic stability. Decades of research show long-lasting impacts of child care.
February 27, 2024
Washington State to Evaluate January Severe Weather Event Economic Impacts for Disaster Fund Eligibility
Due to the economic impacts from the January severe weather event.
February 26, 2024
Update #20 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
February 16, 2024
Update #19 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
February 16, 2024
Cook Road will be Closed to Through Traffic at the BNSF Rail Crossing
Overnight From 7:00 Pm February 22, 2024 to 5:00 Am February 23, 2024
February 12, 2024
Update #18 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
February 8, 2024
Skagit County Coroner Receives IACME Accreditation
Skagit County will be the 39th office in the nation and the 7th coroner’s office in Washington State to be accredited by the IACME.
February 6, 2024
Skagit County Seeks Applicants for Agricultural Advisory Board
Serve in an advisory role in making recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding land use, planning, programs, and policy decisions relating to agriculture.
February 1, 2024
Skagit County Rejects Bids for Construction of Guemes Island Electric Ferry
On Monday, January 22, 2024, the Skagit Board of County Commissioners voted to reject all submitted bids for construction of the Guemes Island electric ferry.
February 1, 2024
Update #17 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
January 30, 2024
Skagit Board of County Commissioners Passes Resolution to Place EMS Levy Renewal on April Ballot
The purpose of the ballot measure is to renew the levy at a sufficient rate to continue funding 24-hour EMS response.
January 30, 2024
Commissioners adopt Interim Ordinance Prohibiting New Permits for Event Venues on Agricultural Land
The interim ordinance temporarily prohibits the acceptance of new permits for event venues on Skagit County agricultural land.
January 29, 2024
Update #16 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
January 29, 2024
Commissioners appoint Paul Nielsen for vacant Skagit County District Court Judge, Position 2
Replacing District Court Judge Dianne Goddard after she retires on February 29, 2024.
January 11, 2024
Update #15 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
January 16, 2024
Skagit Board of County Commissioners to hold public hearing to consider EMS levy renewal
Public hearing will be held on January 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. to consider a resolution to place an emergency medical services (EMS) levy renewal on the April 23, 2024, special election ballot.
January 12, 2024
Skagit County Protects 425 Acres of Farmland from Development in 2023
Skagit County’s Farmland Legacy Program protected farmland in Skagit County now totals 14,750 acres.
January 11, 2024
Update #13 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
January 11, 2024
Sign up now for 2024 Master Composter Recycler Training!
If you are interested in composting and recycling, developing a sustainable future, and being part of a great community, consider becoming Certified Skagit County Master Composter Recycler.
January 9, 2024
Skagit Board of County Commissioners to hold public hearing to consider EMS levy renewal
January 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. to consider a resolution to place an emergency medical services (EMS) levy renewal on the April 23, 2024, special election ballot.
January 9, 2024
Commissioners seek candidates for vacant Skagit County District Court Judge, Position 2
The Board of County Commissioners will accept applications from qualified members of the Washington State Bar Association.
January 5, 2024
Update #13 on Olympic Pipeline Gasoline Spill
Skagit County Department of Emergency Management is on site to support the response efforts.
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