Skagit County, Washington

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing regarding an interim emergency ordinance to stop accepting permit applications for data centers. The meeting also includes a work session with Public Health.

• Public hearing on interim ordinance for a moratorium on data center permit applications
• Work session with Public Health

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved the Housing Authority of Skagit County PHA Plan and a RAD amendment for the Sedro-Woolley Housing Authority. The board also processed a consent agenda featuring multiple public works contracts, budget objectives for 2027, and emergency management grants.

• Approved Certification of the Housing Authority of Skagit County PHA Plan
• Vendor Services Agreement with Nelson Distributing, Inc. for card lock fueling services not to exceed $3,000,000
• Resolution to award 2026 Hydraulic Maintenance and Repair Services to Everett Hydraulics, Inc. for $135,000
• Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement No. E26-334 for funding not to exceed $40,788
• Authorized closure of Concrete Sauk Valley Road No. 08000 for approximately 80 days starting about July 29, 2026

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

Bid Opening

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda of 19 items including contracts for public health, emergency management, and senior services, and unanimously denied a motion to reconsider a decision regarding a golf course permit appeal.

• Contract with Washington State Dept. of Health for public health services, increasing funding to $10,037,496
• Contract with Skagit Council on Aging for Senior Nutrition Program support
• Contract with Family Promise of Skagit Valley for homeless diversion services, up to $121,000
• Contract with Wilson & Company for railroad flagging at Whitmarsh Landfill Remediation Project, up to $82,300
• Decision to deny reconsideration of appeal regarding permits for a new turf grass center at 12352 Eleventh Tee Lane in Burlington

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners heard presentations from various organizations seeking economic development grants for infrastructure and housing. The Economic Development Advisory Board was scheduled to meet after the session to make recommendations to the Board.

• Anacortes Event Venue at Cap Sante Marina Project presentation
• Sedro-Woolley Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) Dewatering Project presentation
• Family Promise Cottage House Initiative and Promise House Acquisition Projects presentation
• Farmview Family Housing Project presentation
• Port of Anacortes Pier 2 Fenders, Dolphins, Pile Cap #22 Repairs, and Bartholomew Site Building 2 Crane Projects presentation

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held a session featuring presentations from various economic development grant applicants. The Economic Development Advisory Committee was scheduled to meet following these presentations to discuss applications and prepare recommendations for the Board.

• Economic development grant applicants delivered presentations

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to amend the 2026 budget and a consent agenda containing 28 items, including contracts for emergency management, senior services, and road projects.

• Amendment to 2026 Skagit County Budget (Resolution No. R20260124)
• Contract with Washington State Military Department for $90,462
• Contract with FEMA for $1,042,890.72
• Contract with CML Security LLC for $29,000
• Resolution to close Lake Samish Road for bridge construction

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to amend the 2026 Skagit County Budget. They also passed a consent agenda containing various contracts, resolutions, and agreements across multiple county departments.

• Approved Resolution No. R20260124 to amend the 2026 Skagit County Budget (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing regarding budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1 through 28 (unanimous)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners will conduct a quarterly briefing with the Public Defender and Office of Assigned Counsel, followed by a pledge of allegiance. The meeting includes a public comment period, presentations of county and individual success stories, and miscellaneous announcements.

• Quarterly briefing with Public Defender and Office of Assigned Counsel (10:45‑11:15 a.m.)
• Pledge of Allegiance (11:30 a.m.)
• Public Comment Period (11:30‑11:45 a.m.)
• County and Individual Success Stories (11:30‑11:45 a.m.)
• Miscellaneous announcements, letters, etc. (11:30‑11:45 a.m.)

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $13,290 HVAC repair contract, a $50,000 pump repair agreement for flood recovery, and various other contracts and vouchers. The meeting also included a proclamation for Independence Day and a work session on budget and finance.

• HVAC repair contract: $13,290 to Daikin Comfort Technologies at 700 South 2nd Street
• Flood recovery: $50,000 contract with Triangle Pump and Equipment for North Similk pump repair
• Flood recovery: FEMA grant agreement D26-106 for facilities damaged by December 2025 Winter Weather Event
• Interlocal agreement: $2,341.50 with Town of Concrete for Community Services Program
• Proclamation: Recognizing the 250th July 4th Independence Day Anniversary Holiday

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board of Commissioners held public hearings regarding boat launch fees and a federal grant application. The board also met with the cities of Anacortes, Burlington, and Mount Vernon to discuss coordinated funding for housing and behavioral health.

• Proposed increase of Swinomish Boat Launch fee by $4 to a total of $14
• Reported $400,000 cost for 2026 Swinomish Boat Launch renovations
• Anticipated $65,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) award for Community Action of Skagit County
• Discussion of joint funding applications for housing and behavioral health between the county and three cities
• Review of Martha's Place permanent supportive housing program outcomes

Board of Health

The Board of Health met to approve the record of proceedings from February 10 and March 26, 2026. The meeting included staff recognitions, new employee introductions, and updates on the strategic plan and health officer reports.

• Approval of February 10, 2026 Record of Proceedings
• Approval of March 26, 2026 Record of Proceedings
• Proclamation for Men's Health Month
• Retirement recognitions for Ellen Schweigert, Dorothy Epps, and Cherri Mollerstuen
• Introduction of six new staff members including Environmental Health and Accounting personnel

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included several resolutions, amendments, and vendor agreements. Key actions involved personnel appointments, budget hearing calls, and infrastructure project updates.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1-32 and 34-37 (unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Sybrandy to Skagit County Drainage and Irrigation Improvement District #17, Position 3
• Called for a public hearing on the 2026 Skagit County Budget for June 29, 2026
• Approved amendment to increase Dowell Consulting compensation up to $35,000
• Ratified Emergency Management Performance Grant Agreement with Washington State Military Department up to $8,215
• Approved amendment to Copper Mechanical LLC for Skagit County Physical Barriers Improvement Project up to $1,324,475.49 plus taxes
• Approved DC Group vendor services agreement for 108 UPS batteries up to $13,574.39
• Approved ordinance creating Skagit County Lake Management District No. 4

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held a public comment period where residents raised issues such as curbside recycling, data‑center permit moratorium, farmland protection, culvert concerns, and public defender caseloads. No success stories were presented. In the afternoon work session, commissioners and public‑health staff discussed planning for a behavioral health sales tax.

• Public comment on curbside recycling, data‑center permit moratorium, farmland legacy program, Shular Road culvert, and public defender caseloads
• Work session to discuss behavioral health sales tax planning with public‑health officials

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held a public comment period and a work session with Public Health. The afternoon work session focused on discussing behavioral health sales tax planning.

• Held work session regarding behavioral health sales tax planning

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners denied an appeal by Dean Shaughnessy regarding the denial of permits for a new turf grass center at Skagit Golf and Country Club. The board also approved a consent agenda containing 21 items including various service agreements, budget amendments, and labor contracts.

• Denied appeal No. BOCCAppeal-2026-0001 regarding Skagit Golf and Country Club permits (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1 through 21 (unanimous)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board held a work session with the Forest Advisory Board, recognized the 30th anniversary of the WSU Master Gardener Discovery Garden, heard public comments on energy storage and other issues, and conducted a briefing and a social event. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an interim ordinance to stop accepting permit applications for data centers to allow for code updates. The board also held a joint meeting with the City of Sedro-Woolley and Port of Skagit regarding the development of the SWIFT Center.

• Ordinance No. O20260005: Moratorium on data center permit applications
• Public hearing for data center moratorium scheduled for July 14, 2026
• Contract No. C20260190: $50,022 for outpatient substance use disorder treatment with Catholic Community Services of Western Washington
• Resolution No. R20260108: $33,351.06 bid award to CT Excavating for 2026 Waste Storage Facility
• SWIFT Center Hub Building restoration estimates at $8 million

The commissioners unanimously approved an interim ordinance declaring an emergency and imposing a moratorium on accepting permit applications for data centers in Skagit County. A public hearing on the moratorium is scheduled for July 14, 2026. The board also unanimously approved the full consent agenda items for the day.

• Approved Interim Ordinance O20260005 moratorium on data‑center permits (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1‑14, including ratifications, vouchers and warrants (unanimous)

Bid Opening

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners will open bids for Public Works Card Lock Fueling Services on Monday, June 1, 2026.

• Bid opening for Public Works Card Lock Fueling Services
• Time: 1:00 p.m. (or soon thereafter)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The commissioners unanimously approved the Consent Agenda items, including several interlocal agreements and contract amendments. They also approved payment of vouchers and warrants totaling $5,810,743.59 and $67,193.92 by majority vote. The Lake Samish Road easement was removed from the agenda for later consideration.

• Unanimously approved Consent Agenda items 1‑14, 16‑17 (including contracts and agreements)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Ecology agreement, reducing funding to $276,290.43
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to DCYF agreement, increasing compensation to $531,821.98
• Approved Amendment No. 13 to Health contract, increasing funding to $8,024,196
• Approved Amendment No. 7 to Conservation Grant, increasing funding to $486,440
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to VECA Electric services, extending term to 2028
• Approved vouchers and warrants totaling $5,810,743.59 and $67,193.92 by majority vote
• Removed Lake Samish Road easement from agenda for later consideration

Skagit County Planning Commission

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved updates to the Unified Development Code and established the 2026 docket for comprehensive plan and zoning petitions. The board also held work sessions regarding the Veterans Service Program and the Guemes Island Ferry schedule.

• Approved Ordinance No. O20260004 adopting 2026 Miscellaneous Code Amendments to Title 14, Unified Development Code
• Approved Resolution No. R20260102 establishing the 2026 Docket of Comprehensive Plan, Land Use/Zoning Map and Policy, Code, or Development Amendment Petitions
• Docketed petition LRPLN-2025-0001 to rezone 0.3 acres at 23528 Old Day Creek Road from Rural Village Residential to Small-Scale Business
• Docketed petition LRPLN-2025-0003 to apply a Mineral Resource Overlay (MRO) to five parcels in Burlington
• Docketed C26-1 General Code Language Clean-Up for minor amendments to clarify provisions

The Board approved Ordinance No. O20260004 adopting the 2026 Miscellaneous Code Amendments to Title 14 of the Unified Development Code. It also approved Resolution No. R20260102 establishing the 2026 docket for comprehensive plan, land‑use map, policy, code and development amendment petitions. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. O20260004 adopting 2026 Miscellaneous Code Amendments to Title 14 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. R20260102 establishing 2026 docket of comprehensive plan and land‑use petitions (unanimous)

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including contracts for waste facility construction, health benefits, and software upgrades. They also called public hearings for boat launch fees and a community development grant report.

• Resolution to call public hearing on Swinomish Boat Launch fee schedule revision
• Resolution to call public hearing on CDBG-Public Services 2025-26 close out report
• Contract award for 2026 Waste-Storage Facility project to CT Excavating ($33,513.96)
• Contract with Euna Solutions for budget software upgrade ($552,250)
• Resolution adopting 2026 Skagit County Health Care Benefits Plan

The Skagit County Board approved the Consent Agenda items 1 through 13, which included several contracts, agreements, and resolutions, by a unanimous vote. The Board also approved payment of listed vouchers and warrants by a majority vote. Additionally, the Board unanimously approved a miscellaneous item calling for a public hearing on the CDBG‑Public Services close‑out report and upcoming application.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑13 (unanimous) – includes court amendment, backflow services contract ($39,000), health‑care benefits plan, software services amendment (up to $552,250), Swinomish Boat Launch fee‑schedule hearing, Burlington‑Edison behavioral‑health agreement ($35,490), waste‑storage facility bid to CT Excavating ($33,513.96), surveying services contract ($15,000), WSDOT maintenance agreement (no compensation), data‑server agreement with San Juan County Sheriff (up to $5,000 first year)
• Approved vouchers and warrants totaling $5,833.61, $21,080.60, $16,867.14, $386,078.43, and $3,777,001.07 (majority vote)
• Approved Miscellaneous Agenda Item 1 – public hearing on CDBG‑Public Services 2025‑26 close‑out report and 2026‑27 application (unanimous)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board of Commissioners received a presentation on the Solid Waste Division's operations, including waste tonnage and facility management. The board also scheduled a signing ceremony for a settlement agreement with the City of Seattle regarding the Skagit Hydroelectric Project.

• Presentation on Solid Waste Division handling 129,000 tons of waste in 2025
• Discussion of potential price increases for the Waste Management long-haul disposal contract
• Signing ceremony for Comprehensive Settlement Agreement with the City of Seattle regarding FERC Relicensing of the Skagit Hydroelectric Project

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on May 12, 2026. Commissioners Peter Browning and Joe Burns attended; Chair Ron Wesen was excused. The meeting included a solid‑waste division presentation and a signing ceremony for a comprehensive settlement agreement with the City of Seattle. No votes or formal decisions were recorded.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held departmental briefings, honored retiring Central Services Assistant Director Brian Young with a commendation, and heard a closed‑record appeal concerning Skagit Golf and Country Club’s new turf‑grass center at 12352 Eleventh Tee Lane. The Board approved a Personal Services Agreement with MAKERS Architecture and Urban Design LLP for up to $313,432 to assess a consolidated Regional Public Safety Campus planning project. The consent agenda items 1 through 29 were approved unanimously, and the appeal decision was postponed to June 8, 2026.

• Personal Services Agreement with MAKERS Architecture and Urban Design LLP, compensation not to exceed $313,432, for feasibility of a consolidated Regional Public Safety Campus planning project.
• Closed record hearing appeal (BOCCAppeal-2026-0001) on Skagit Golf and Country Club’s new turf‑grass center at 12352 Eleventh Tee Lane, Burlington; decision postponed to June 8, 2026.
• Presentation of a certificate of commendation, card, and challenge coin to retiring Central Services Assistant Director Brian Young.
• Briefings from Planning and Development Services, Parks and Facilities, Public Health, Public Works, and Central Services providing updates.
• Unanimous approval of Consent Agenda items 1‑29, including records of prior proceedings and other routine items.

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners reviewed a proclamation for May 2026 Wildfire Awareness Month and discussed $36,000 of Title III wildfire funding. They provided an update on the 2022‑2032 Strategic Plan, including a new Balanced Scorecard model and a website launch expected by end of May 2026. The Board will consider the 2026 Miscellaneous Skagit County Code Amendments to Title 14 and proposed Agritourism Code Amendments, with several action options scheduled for May 19, 2026.

• Proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Wildfire Awareness Month; $36,000 Title III funds noted.
• Strategic Plan update: new Balanced Scorecard model and external website launch by end of May 2026.
• Proposed 2026 Miscellaneous Skagit County Code Amendments to Title 14 (Unified Development Code) – adoption, modification, decline, or remand possible.
• Proposed Agritourism Code Amendments – allow agritourism uses, repeal existing moratorium, grandfather existing permits.
• Public comment periods: Title 14 amendments received three comments (Feb‑Mar 2026); Agritourism amendments received 23 comments.

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on April 28, 2026 and presented a proclamation for May Wildfire Awareness Month, an update to the 2022‑2032 Strategic Plan, and public comments. They reviewed proposed amendments to Title 14 of the Unified Development Code and to the Agritourism Code. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing regarding the HOME Investment Partnerships Program's 2026 Annual Action Plan, which includes a proposed allocation of $831,658.49. The meeting also included departmental briefings and the approval of a consent agenda containing various contracts and resolutions.

• Proposed $831,658.49 allocation for the 2026 HOME Action Plan, including $291,080.47 for Tenant Based Rental Assistance
• Resolution authorizing a $2,000,000 interfund loan from the General Fund to the Conservation Futures Fund for farmland acquisition
• Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with the City of Burlington for $159,529 in opioid settlement funding for Skagit STAR Center activities
• Amendment increasing compensation to $9,460,732 for homelessness crisis response systems via the WA Dept of Commerce
• Contract with Absolute Plumbing Inc. not to exceed $5,227.20 for waterline repairs at the Skagit County Data Center

The Skagit County Board approved an interfund loan of $2,000,000 from the General Fund to the Conservation Futures Fund to support a farmland purchase, easement placement, and resale. The Board also approved the Consent Agenda items 1‑27, including contracts for plumbing services, software subscriptions, opioid settlement funding, liquor‑tax funding for a recovery center, and a homelessness assistance amendment. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $2,000,000 interfund loan to Conservation Futures Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑27, including records of prior meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Vendor Services Agreement with Absolute Plumbing Inc. (up to $5,227.20) (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment to Brightly Software subscription (up to $552,000) (unanimous)
• Approved $159,529 interlocal agreement with City of Burlington for opioid settlement funds (unanimous)
• Approved $50,022 liquor‑tax award to Catholic Community Services Recovery Center (unanimous)
• Approved amendment increasing homelessness assistance funding to up to $9,460,732 (unanimous)
• Approved Personal Services Agreement with Sunrise Services (up to $28,400) (unanimous)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board met on April 21, 2026, with Chair Ron Wesen and Commissioners Peter Browning and Joe Burns. The session included a Washington State University Extension Center update and a public comment period on topics such as battery storage facilities and local services. No resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda of 19 items, including contracts for park planning, stormwater services, and behavioral health presentations. They also authorized a public hearing to consider amending the Guemes Island Ferry fare schedule.

• Contract for Young's Park improvements up to $25,000
• Contract for stormwater permitting services up to $50,000
• Contract for Guemes Island Pierside Maintenance up to $175,014
• Resolution to amend Guemes Island Ferry fare schedule
• Resolution to update Treasurer's Office fee schedule

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved the Consent Agenda items 1 through 19, covering multiple service agreements, contracts, and resolutions. They also approved payment of warrants 616699‑617027 totaling $4,301,716.35 by a majority vote. Additionally, the board unanimously approved a miscellaneous agenda amendment concerning a severe‑weather shelter agreement.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1‑19 (unanimous), including contracts for Young’s Park, stormwater plan review, public defender services, behavioral health symposium, and several public works agreements
• Approved payment of warrants 616699‑617027 totaling $4,301,716.35 (majority vote)
• Approved Resolution R20260082 to issue an RFQ for Guemes Island Ferry Parking Lot improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R20260083 to call for bids for Public Works Card Lock Fueling Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R20260084 updating the Treasurer’s Office fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Contract C20240258 increasing compensation to a maximum of $184,272 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Vendor Services Agreement with Unitec increasing compensation by $500 (unanimous)
• Approved Miscellaneous Agenda item 1: amendment to Community Action of Skagit County severe‑weather shelter agreement (unanimous)

Skagit County Planning Commission

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to ballot property owners on reforming Lake Management District No. 4 for Clear Lake and Beaver Lake. The board also authorized a telecommunications franchise agreement with the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe. Additionally, a public hearing was held regarding the 2026 docket for comprehensive plan and zoning amendments.

• Approved Resolution No. R20260079 to submit ballots to property owners regarding Lake Management District No. 4 (Clear Lake and Beaver Lake)
• Approved Resolution No. R20260080 and Contract No. C20260141 for a Telecommunications Franchise Agreement with the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe
• Held public hearing for proposed petitions to amend the Skagit County Comprehensive Plan, Land Use/Zoning Map, or Development Regulations
• Established May 7, 2026, as the deadline for LMD No. 4 ballots

The Board approved a resolution to place a ballot with property owners to reform Lake Management District No. 4 (Clear Lake and Beaver Lake). It also approved a resolution authorizing a non‑exclusive telecommunications franchise agreement with the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe. The Board then approved the corresponding franchise contract (Contract No. C20260141). All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution to submit ballot for reforming Lake Management District No. 4 (R20260079) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution authorizing execution of telecommunications franchise with Upper Skagit Indian Tribe (R20260080) – unanimous
• Approved Telecommunications Franchise Agreement (Contract C20260141) – unanimous
• Motion to close public hearing on Lake Management District reform – unanimous
• Motion to close public hearing on telecommunications franchise – unanimous
• Motion to close public hearing on comprehensive plan petitions – unanimous

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners held briefings with several county departments and an executive session regarding potential litigation. They unanimously approved a consent agenda including various vendor agreements, legal defense resolutions, and grant amendments.

• Contract with Brown and Caldwell, Inc. for stormwater permit management not to exceed $200,000
• Grant amendment for WSU NWREC to support Plant Growth Facility Phase 2A and 2B ($750,000)
• Grant amendment for Port of Skagit to support TheLab@SWIFT ($500,000)
• Contract with Absolute Plumbing Inc. for drain cleaning at county facilities not to exceed $40,000
• Resolutions to provide legal defense for former Commissioner Lisa Janicki and Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Frederick Haist

The commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included several contract approvals and budget amendments. Notable actions were the $500,000 amendment to the Port of Skagit agreement for TheLab@SWIFT and a $750,000 amendment for WSU NWREC’s Plant Growth Facility. Additional vendor service agreements for plumbing, HVAC, painting, and other services were also ratified.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑11 and 13‑17 (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 amendment to Port of Skagit agreement for TheLab@SWIFT (Amendment No. A20260067)
• Approved $750,000 amendment to WSU NWREC agreement for Plant Growth Facility Phase 2A/2B (Amendment No. A20260068)
• Approved Vendor Services Agreement with Absolute Plumbing Inc. up to $40,000 (Contract No. C20260132)
• Approved Vendor Services Agreement with Daikin Comfort Technologies (Air Reps, LLC) up to $35,000 (Contract No. C20260133)
• Approved Vendor Services Agreement with Sunshine Painters LLC up to $15,246 (Contract No. C20260134)
• Approved Personal Services Agreement with Herrera Environmental Consultants up to $50,000 (Contract No. C20260135)
• Approved Grant Agreement for Traffic Safety equipment up to $1,350 (Contract No. C20260137)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on April 7, 2026, for a regular session. After the pledge of allegiance, commissioners heard public comments on library access, lithium‑battery fire safety, traffic on Peterson Road, and curbside recycling. No success stories were presented, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:51 a.m.

• Public comment on inability to access the Skagit County Law Library
• Concern about firefighters managing toxic lithium‑battery fires and a request for a moratorium on battery storage facilities
• Inquiry about traffic volume and speeds on Peterson Road
• Comment on curbside recycling service in Lake Cavanaugh

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on April 7, 2026, for a short session. Public comments were heard, but no success stories were shared and no formal decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 11:51 a.m.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to refund certain outstanding county bonds. The board also reviewed risk management policies and approved several consent agenda items including contracts and proclamations.

• Approved Resolution No. R20260069 for the issuance and sale of limited tax general obligation refunding bonds
• Awarded Skagit County Legal Printing bid to Skagit Publishing at $10.76 per column inch
• Approved $5,000 in Lodging Tax funds for Sedro-Woolley Riding and Racing Club tourism promotion
• Approved contract with Absolute Plumbing for waterline repair at Skagit County Data Center not to exceed $6,840.47
• Approved agreement with Pacific Surveying & Engineering Services for stormwater permitting not to exceed $50,000

The Skagit County Board approved Resolution No. R20260069 authorizing the issuance and sale of limited‑tax general obligation refunding bonds. The Board also approved the consent agenda items, including several contracts and amendments, and adopted proclamations recognizing Volunteer Appreciation Month and Arbor Day. All votes on these actions were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution authorizing issuance and sale of refunding bonds (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑14 and 16‑21, including contracts and amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing April as Volunteer Appreciation Month (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing April 8 as Washington State Arbor Day and April 24 as National Arbor Day (unanimous)
• Approved award of Skagit County Legal Printing contract (Resolution No. R20260070) (unanimous)
• Approved amendment increasing Communication Resources Northwest compensation to up to $135,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 Lodging Tax funding agreement with Sedro‑Woolley Riding and Racing Club (unanimous)
• Approved vendor agreement with Absolute Plumbing for waterline repairs up to $6,840.47 (unanimous)

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners met to approve amendments to the 2026 Skagit County Budget and a 22-item consent agenda. The meeting included the appointment of two members to drainage and dike districts and the approval of multiple service contracts.

• Approved amendments to the 2026 Skagit County Budget (Resolution No. R20260064)
• Agreement with City of Anacortes for $250,000 in opioid settlement funding for the Skagit STAR Center
• Contract with KPFF, Inc. for Mill Creek Restoration Project increased to $1,109,393.83
• Appointment of Riley Jungquist to Drainage and Irrigation District No. 15 and Bob Jungquist to Dike District No. 1
• Agreement with Washington State AOC for Therapeutic Court reimbursements increased to $506,164

The Board approved the proposed amendments to the 2026 Skagit County Budget. It also approved the full Consent Agenda, which included record approvals, two district appointments, and numerous contract and amendment authorizations. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved amendments to the 2026 Skagit County Budget (Resolution No. R20260064) – unanimous
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑22, covering records, appointments, contracts and amendments – unanimous
• Appointed Riley Jungquist to Skagit County Drainage and Irrigation District No. 15, Position 2 (until Feb 2032) – unanimous
• Appointed Bob Jungquist to Skagit County Dike District No. 1, Position 2 (until Feb 2032) – unanimous
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Interagency Agreement with WA State Administrative Office of the Courts, raising compensation to $506,164 – unanimous
• Approved Vendor Services Agreement with Guardian Security Inc. for smoke‑control system testing (up to $25,000) – unanimous
• Approved Master Services Agreement with FileOnQ for evidence‑management software (up to $19,000) – unanimous
• Approved Grant Agreement for Victim/Witness DV Specific Grant (up to $29,333) – unanimous

Skagit County Planning Commission

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board of Commissioners heard presentations on road and equipment maintenance and held a public comment session regarding a potential settlement agreement with Seattle City Light. They also conducted a work session on proposed agritourism code amendments. No final decisions were made on the settlement or code changes during this session.

• Discussion of Seattle City Light Skagit Hydroelectric Project Settlement Agreement
• Work session on Agritourism Code Amendments with a public hearing set for April 13, 2026
• Road Operations presentation covering maintenance of 801 miles of roadway
• Equipment Division presentation on the management of 400 pieces of equipment
• Discussion of a proposed $3,000 permit fee for agritourism events

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners presented updates on road operations, equipment fleet, and discussed a potential settlement with Seattle City Light, but took no vote. They scheduled a public hearing on agritourism code amendments for April 13 and said a decision on the settlement will be made on March 30. No approvals, denials, or tabling of actions occurred.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including several infrastructure contracts and administrative appointments. The board also held briefings with county departments and a work session regarding the Lila Lane Behavioral Health Crisis Center.

• Contract with Albina Asphalt for road maintenance materials not to exceed $1,750,000
• Awarded $175,014 to Stabbert Marine & Industrial, LLC for M/V Guemes Pierside Maintenance
• Contracts for road materials with Beaver Lake Quarry ($250,000) and Granite Construction ($200,000)
• Agreement with Rafael Duenas-Clemente for investigation services not to exceed $156,000
• Resolution to close Sapp Road from milepost 0.290 to 0.365 for a railroad overpass starting about April 9, 2026

The Skagit County Board unanimously approved the full consent agenda, including appointments and contract authorizations. It adopted a collective bargaining amendment for Teamsters and approved several service agreements and resolutions, notably a $1.75 million road‑maintenance contract. Additional actions included authorizing a temporary road closure and scheduling public hearings on a franchise agreement and ferry fare changes.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑27 unanimously (unanimous vote)
• Appointed Alan Mesman to vacant seat on Drainage and Irrigation Improvement District No. 22 (Resolution No. R20260055)
• Adopted Amendment No. A20260051 extending resignation/retirement incentive for Teamsters (Human Resources)
• Approved Personal Services Agreement with Skagit Land Trust for Yudwasta Big Rock Park up to $15,000 (Contract No. C20260102)
• Approved Vendor Services Agreement with Albina Asphalt for road maintenance materials up to $1,750,000 (Contract No. C20260106)
• Authorized closure of Sapp Road for railroad overpass construction (Resolution No. R20260063)
• Called public hearing on proposed franchise agreement with Upper Skagit Indian Tribe (Resolution No. R20260058, scheduled April 14 2026)
• Awarded $175,014 bid to Stabbert Marine for 2026 M/V Guemes pier maintenance (Resolution No. R20260059)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board of Commissioners recognized the completion of the Yudwasta Big Rock Park expansion and presented awards to partners including the Hoag Family and Skagit Land Trust. The Board also held a special joint meeting with city leaders to discuss the North Star Initiative, a public-private partnership addressing homelessness and behavioral health.

• Yudwasta Big Rock Park ribbon-cutting and expansion celebration
• Awards presented to Hoag Family, Skagit Land Trust, and Washington Trails Association
• Special joint meeting with cities on North Star homelessness initiative
• Discussion of Martha's Place housing facility and First Step Shelter operations
• Northwest Regional Council to select new Meals on Wheels provider

The March 17 session featured a Yudwasta Big Rock Park commemoration, a briefing by the Public Defender and Office of Assigned Counsel, and a public comment period. A special joint meeting with four cities reviewed the North Star public‑private partnership and senior services updates. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing 22 items, including several service contracts and board appointments. The board also scheduled public hearings for the 2026 budget and the Concrete Community Center. Briefings were held with Public Works, Emergency Management, and Planning and Development Services.

• Public hearing scheduled for March 30, 2026, to consider amending the 2026 Skagit County Budget
• Public hearing scheduled for March 30, 2026, regarding tenant improvements at Concrete Community Center (45821 Railroad Street)
• Contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Clean Energy Grant services not to exceed $515,000
• Contract with Police Training Solutions, LLC for Sheriff's Office strategic training plan not to exceed $30,000
• Agreement with Urban SDK, LLC for county-wide roadway speed and congestion data not to exceed $25,000

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved the full Consent Agenda, covering items 1 through 22. The approval included library board appointments, multiple service agreements and contracts, and resolutions for upcoming public hearings. All actions were adopted with a unanimous vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑22 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Marlena White to Upper Skagit Library District Board (Resolution No. R20260048)
• Approved reappointment of Stephanie Parsons to Upper Skagit Library District Board (Resolution No. R20260049)
• Approved Personal Services Agreement with Dowell Consulting, PLLC (up to $25,000) (Contract No. C20260091)
• Approved MOU with North Sound Accountable Community of Health (up to $75,000) (Contract No. C20260092)
• Approved resolution to call public hearing on 2026 budget amendment (Resolution No. R20260050)
• Approved resolution to call public hearing on Concrete Community Center tenant improvements (Resolution No. R20260051)
• Approved amendment to AECOM Technical Services agreement increasing total compensation to $300,000 (Amendment No. A20260048)

Bid Opening

The Skagit County Commissioners are holding a bid opening for a specific maintenance project. This meeting is focused on receiving proposals for the 2026 M/V Guemes Pierside Maintenance Project #FEHO26-1.

• Bid opening for 2026 M/V Guemes Pierside Maintenance Project #FEHO26-1

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Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board discussed a potential Settlement Agreement with Seattle City Light for the Skagit River hydroelectric project, but deferred a final decision until March 24 to allow public comment. Commissioners also reviewed the 2026 docket of Comprehensive Plan and zoning amendment petitions, setting a public comment period from March 12 to April 16 with a hearing on April 14. A public comment segment allowed residents to speak on battery storage safety, immigration enforcement, farmworker support, land transfers, and recycling issues.

• Potential approval of Settlement Agreement for Seattle City Light’s Skagit River hydroelectric project (flood storage increase, fish passage), decision postponed to March 24
• Review of 2026 Comprehensive Plan and zoning amendment petitions: Wilson-Diedrich Small Scale Business Rezone, Rasar Mineral Resource Overlay, and C26-1 General Code Language Clean-Up; public comment March 12‑April 16, hearing April 14
• Public comment session on battery energy storage facility safety, immigration enforcement, farmworker support, land transfers, and curbside recycling

The commissioners postponed any decision on the Seattle City Light hydroelectric settlement agreement until March 24, 2026 to allow public comment. They approved a public comment period from March 12 to April 16, 2026 for the 2026 Comprehensive Plan docket petitions and set a public hearing for April 14, 2026. No other actions were taken during the session.

• Deferred decision on Seattle City Light settlement agreement to March 24, 2026
• Approved public comment period March 12–April 16, 2026 for 2026 Comprehensive Plan petitions
• Scheduled public hearing on April 14, 2026 for the petitions

Skagit County Planning Commission

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda featuring multiple service contracts and a fee increase for the Law Library. The body also received briefings from Public Works, Central Services, Public Health, and Planning and Development Services.

• Awarded $1,032,398.90 bid to Earthwork Solutions, LLC for Stevens Creek Fish Passage Improvement Project
• Increased Skagit County Law Library filing fee contribution from $17 to $20
• Contract with West Publishing Corporation for legal research not to exceed $90,317.12
• Increased funding for Washington State Department of Health contract to a maximum of $7,953,082
• Contract with Environmental Abatement Services, Inc. for asbestos removal at 2801 East College Way not to exceed $30,000

The Skagit County Board unanimously approved the Consent Agenda items covering dozens of contracts and agreements, including a $1,032,398.90 award for the Stevens Creek Fish Passage Improvement Project. By majority vote the Board approved payment of several warrants and an ACH transfer totaling over $9 M. The Board also unanimously approved two miscellaneous agenda items.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1‑18 (unanimous) – includes numerous service contracts and agreements
• Approved payment of warrants: $4,650,144.43, $2,277,358.30, $103,280.39, $1,987,204.24, $194,100.23 and ACH transfer $21,799.26 (majority vote)
• Approved Miscellaneous Agenda items 1‑2 (unanimous)
• Resolution: increase Law Library filing fee contribution from $17 to $20 (Resolution No. R20260045)
• Resolution: award Stevens Creek Fish Passage Improvement Project to Earthwork Solutions, LLC for $1,032,398.90 (Resolution No. R20260047)
• Resolution: amend Consolidated Contract C20240672 to increase funding up to $7,953,082 (Resolution No. R20260046)
• Approved Personal Services Agreement with Learned Commercial, Inc. up to $12,309 (Contract No. C20260080)
• Approved Armored Car Services Agreement with SecureTrans, Inc. (Contract No. C20260089)

Bid Opening

The Skagit County Commissioners are holding a bid opening for county legal printing services. This process determines the vendor for legal printing for the 2026 through 2027 period.

• Bid opening for County Legal Printing for 2026 through 2027

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held a bid opening on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 1:15 p.m. for County Legal Printing services covering 2026 through 2027. No approvals, rejections, or votes were recorded; the meeting was purely procedural.

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and unanimously approved Revision No. 1 of the 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program, adding three funded projects: Granstrom Road Guardrail ($500,000), Guemes Island Ferry Docks maintenance bundle ($6,408,600), and Guemes Island Ferry operating costs ($1,749,254). The meeting also featured a public comment period that included calls for a moratorium on lithium battery storage facilities. Additional work sessions addressed a Medicaid Section 1115 Re‑Entry Demonstration Initiative and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program.

• Approval of TIP Revision No. 1 (Resolution No. R20260044) with three projects totaling $8,657,854
• Public hearing on the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program revision
• Public comments urging a moratorium on lithium battery storage facilities
• Work session on Medicaid Section 1115 Re‑Entry Demonstration Initiative
• Work session on the NPDES water‑quality program

The Skagit County Board approved Revision No. 1 of the 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program, which adds three funded projects: Granstrom Road Guardrail ($500,000), Guemes Island Ferry Docks maintenance ($6,408,600), and Guemes Island Ferry operating costs ($1,749,254). The public hearing on the revision was closed by a unanimous vote. No other actions were taken during the session.

• Approved Revision No. 1 of the 2026‑2031 TIP (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on TIP revision (unanimous)
• Added Granstrom Road Guardrail project – $500,000 (approved with TIP)
• Added Guemes Island Ferry Docks maintenance project – $6,408,600 (approved with TIP)
• Added Guemes Island Ferry operating costs project – $1,749,254 (approved with TIP)

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda of contracts and resolutions, including agreements for pest control, park maintenance, and a social worker program with the City of Mount Vernon. The meeting also included a briefing from county departments.

• Amendment to plumbing contract at Public Defender's Building ($6,841)
• Amendment to mechanical contract for Community Justice Center ($152,789.13)
• Agreement with Pioneer Human Services for housing ($300,000)
• Agreement with Recovery Café Skagit for recovery services ($450,000)
• Agreement with City of Mount Vernon for embedded social worker program ($77,000)

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda items 1‑5, 7‑28, and 31‑35 unanimously, including multiple amendments, deeds, and service agreements. Items 6, 29, and 30 were pulled for later consideration. The board also adopted a resolution to receive National Forest safety‑net payments for fiscal year 2026. Chair Ron Wesen’s absence was excused.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑5, 7‑28, 31‑35 (unanimous)
• Pulled items 6, 29, 30 for later consideration
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Vendor Services Agreement with Absolute Plumbing (increase $6,841, total $19,275.01)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Personal Services Agreement with Orkin Pest Control (extend term to 4/30/2027, max $15,000)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to AIA Standard Form with Copper Mechanical (increase $152,789.13, total $1,194,789.13)
• Approved Deed of Right for Big Rock Park Acquisition (Parcels P27651, P27655, P27660, P27661)
• Approved Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with City of Mount Vernon for embedded social‑worker program (max $77,000)
• Approved Resolution to receive National Forest safety‑net payments for FY 2026

Bid Opening

The Skagit County Commissioners are holding a bid opening for a specific infrastructure project. This is a procedural meeting to receive bids for the Stevens Creek Fish Passage Improvement Project #ES07000-15.

• Bid opening for Stevens Creek Fish Passage Improvement Project #ES07000-15

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda featuring various service contracts and budget policies. The body also scheduled a public hearing for the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program.

• Interagency Agreement for Skagit County Clean Energy Siting and Planning not to exceed $770,000
• Public hearing scheduled for March 3, 2026, regarding the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
• Amendment to Burlington-Edison School District agreement awarding $325,000 for Westview Early Learning and Community Center
• Amendment to Recovery Support Services agreement increasing compensation by $258,500 for a total of $1,016,000
• Agreement with Elevator Support Company increasing compensation from $200,000 to $260,000

The Board approved the Consent Agenda items 1 through 23 unanimously, which included a series of contracts, agreements, and resolutions. Notable approvals were a $325,000 amendment for the Westview Early Learning Center, a $770,000 clean‑energy siting agreement, and a $1,016,000 amendment for opioid response services. A resolution was adopted to hold a public hearing on the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program on March 3, 2026.

• Unanimously approved Consent Agenda items 1‑23 (all listed agreements, contracts, and resolutions)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Burlington‑Edison School District for $325,000 to support Westview Early Learning and Community Center
• Approved Vendor Services Agreement with Absolute Plumbing, Inc. for sewer repairs at the Public Defender’s Building, up to $11,832
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Vendor Services Agreement with Elevator Support Company, increasing compensation to up to $260,000
• Approved Interagency Agreement with Washington State Department of Commerce for Clean Energy Siting, compensation up to $770,000
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to Interagency Agreement for Recovery Support Services with Washington State Health Care Authority, total compensation up to $1,016,000
• Approved Resolution to call a public hearing on the 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) scheduled for March 3, 2026

Skagit County Planning Commission

Board of Health

The Skagit County Board of Health met to approve administrative records and delegate settlement authority for health fees and fines to the Health Officer. The board also received updates on public health funding and staffing. One item regarding high seasonal water table procedures was deferred.

• Approved Resolution No. R20260034 delegating settlement authority for Public Health fees and fines to the Skagit County Health Officer
• Approved meeting records from December 9, 2025, and January 27, 2026
• Discussion of Foundational Public Health Services (FPHS) funding
• Introduction of Kumaran Koneswaran as Special Programs Nurse Manager for Correctional Health Services
• Deferred discussion on High Seasonal Water Table Procedures

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met and cancelled the public hearing on the proposed re‑establishment of Lake Management District No. 4 (Clear Lake and Beaver Lake); the hearing will be rescheduled for a later date. The agenda also included a Natural Resources Division presentation and a public comment period where residents raised concerns about lithium‑battery storage facility fire risks, public defender caseloads, protests against ICE, and the possibility of a temporary bridge on North Shore Drive. No other actions or decisions were recorded.

• Cancelled public hearing on re‑establishing Lake Management District No. 4 (Clear Lake and Beaver Lake) – to be rescheduled
• Natural Resources Division presentation (details not specified)
• Public comment letters about lithium‑battery storage facility fire hazards
• Public comment on public defender caseloads and protests against ICE
• Public comment on a possible temporary bridge for North Shore Drive

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on February 10, 2026. No agenda items were approved, denied, or voted on. The public hearing on the proposed re‑establishment of Lake Management District No. 4 was cancelled and will be rescheduled. The session consisted of public comments and procedural matters only.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on February 9, 2026 and approved the full consent agenda, which included several personal services agreements and vendor contracts. Items approved ranged from a $190,000 facilities management contract for the Law and Justice Campus to a $230,004 agreement for recovery residences, as well as a $15,000 woody‑debris removal contract and a $50,000 storm‑water cooperation with Burlington. The meeting also featured briefings from Planning and Development, Public Works and Central Services.

• Personal Services Agreement with OAC Services, Inc. for up to $190,000 for Law and Justice Campus planning
• Personal Services Agreement with New Earth Recovery for up to $230,004 to operate three recovery residences
• Vendor Services Agreement with Carlson Construction, Inc. for up to $15,000 to remove woody debris from North Fork Bridge on Best Road
• Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with the City of Burlington for up to $50,000 annually for stormwater source control program
• Personal Services Agreement with Mike Lanker, D.O. for EMS physician support, not to exceed $3,342.35 per month

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved the Consent Agenda items 1 through 14. The items included approvals of records of proceedings, several personal services agreements, a park surveying contract, a legal defense resolution, public‑health and recovery service agreements, a public‑works debris removal contract, and an amendment to a banking services agreement. The motion passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Records of Proceedings for Feb 2‑6, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved EMS personal services agreement ($3,342.35/month) (unanimous)
• Approved Facilities Management OAC Services agreement (up to $190,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Big Rock Park surveying contract (up to $6,000) (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for legal defense of county judicial officers (unanimous)
• Approved Swinomish Event Center rental agreement (up to $11,600) (unanimous)
• Approved New Earth Recovery residence agreement (up to $230,004) (unanimous)
• Approved Carlson Construction woody‑debris removal contract (up to $15,000) (unanimous)

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on February 3, 2026, to hear public comments regarding proposed battery energy storage facilities in Mount Vernon, recycling services, and the minimum services level ordinance. The meeting included a pledge of allegiance and announcements but did not appear to address any formal agenda items or votes.

• Public comment on proposed battery energy storage facilities in Mount Vernon
• Public comment on minimum services level ordinance
• Public comment on recycling services
• Public comment on agritourism and small farm businesses
• Public comment on ICE and public defender funding

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners met on February 3, 2026, with Chair Ron Wesen and Commissioners Peter Browning and Joe Burns present. The meeting included a public comment period where several residents voiced concerns about battery energy storage facilities and other issues. The session was adjourned at 11:52 a.m. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda featuring several infrastructure contracts and legal resolutions. The body also held a legislative update session with Columbia Policy Advisors regarding the 2026 session.

• Construction contract with Konnerup Construction, Inc. for South Osterman Creek Culvert Repair not to exceed $1,906,652.50
• Resolutions to provide legal defense for Prosecuting Attorney Richard Weyrich and former Commissioner Lisa Janicki in recall actions
• Agreement with Economic Development Alliance of Skagit County for $37,600 for marketing and administrative services
• Amendment to Axthelm Construction for Concrete Community Center Tenant Improvement increasing total compensation to $1,064,153.57
• Resolution to cancel $10,431.02 in uncollectible personal property taxes

The Board unanimously approved the full consent agenda covering items 1‑26. They reappointed Heather Swenson to the Central Skagit Rural Partial‑County Library Board of Trustees. Major contracts approved included a $37,600 marketing agreement with EDASC, a $1.9 M construction contract for the South Osterman Creek culvert repair, and several amendments increasing compensation for existing projects. The Board also authorized cancellation of $10,431.02 in uncollectible personal property taxes and approved payment of a $15,267.90 voucher to Delta Dental by majority vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑26 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Heather Swenson to library board (term 2026‑2031)
• Approved $37,600 EDASC marketing agreement (Contract No. C20260036)
• Approved $1,906,652.50 construction contract with Konnerup Construction for South Osterman Creek culvert repair (Contract No. C20260043)
• Approved amendment adding $47,888 to Axthelm Construction project (total not to exceed $1,064,153.57) (Amendment No. A20260016)
• Approved amendment increasing ATS Automation compensation to $160,812.80 (Amendment No. A20260017)
• Authorized cancellation of $10,431.02 uncollectible personal property taxes (Resolution No. R20260029)
• Approved payment of $15,267.90 voucher to Delta Dental by majority vote

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board voted to approve Ordinance No. O20260002, which amends the 2025 Comprehensive Plan by removing Policy 7A‑1.2 from the Housing Element. The motion was made by Commissioner Burns, seconded by Commissioner Browning, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Approved Ordinance No. O20260002 to remove Policy 7A‑1.2 from the Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)

Skagit County Planning Commission

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held a session to receive departmental briefings and a legislative update. The board approved 2026 committee assignments and a consent agenda containing multiple service agreements and resolutions.

• Public hearing held regarding the intent to lease 1,578 square feet at 508 South 2nd Street, Suite 101 in Mount Vernon
• Funding agreements with Northwest Agriculture Business Center for $23,000 and $33,000 for marketing and advertising
• Contract with LSM Heating, Plumbing, Electric, Inc. for ADA railing at the Skagit County Courthouse not to exceed $10,646.08
• Agreement with Pacific Surveying & Engineering, Inc. for the Hilt Creek Park Project not to exceed $30,000
• Amendment to Northwest Regional Council contract for meals and nutritional support increasing compensation by $304,667

The Skagit County Board unanimously approved the Consent Agenda covering items 1 through 23, which included budget allocations, contracts, and resolutions. They also unanimously approved the 2026 Committee Assignments and closed a public hearing on leasing the GTE Telephone Building after no public testimony. All votes were unanimous.

• Closed public hearing on lease of 508 South 2nd St building (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Committee Assignments (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑23 (unanimous)
• Approved $23,000 NABC lodging‑tax funding for Skagit Farm Tours (unanimous)
• Approved $33,000 NABC lodging‑tax funding for Skagit Farm to Pint Fest (unanimous)
• Approved LSM Heating ADA railing contract, up to $10,646.08 (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff staff labor agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Pacific Surveying services for Hilt Creek Park, up to $30,000 (unanimous)

Bid Opening

The Skagit County Commissioners are holding a bid opening for the procurement of maintenance materials. The meeting focuses on materials with annual purchases expected to exceed $25,000.

• Procurement of liquid asphalt, mixed asphalt, gravel, and rock products (annual purchases >$25,000)

The Board’s Equipment and Facilities Division opened bids from eight vendors for gravel, asphalt, rock and related products. No contracts were awarded; the division will review the bids and present a recommendation to the Commissioners later.

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda featuring multiple service contracts and grant agreements. The board also received briefings from Public Works, the Department of Emergency Management, and Planning and Development Services.

• Awarded $1,906,652.50 to Konnerup Construction, Inc. for the South Osterman Creek Culvert Repair Project
• Approved $329,500 agreement with Washington State University for Cooperative Extension education programs
• Approved $147,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology for the Marine Resources Committee
• Approved $120,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology for stormwater capacity
• Scheduled a public hearing for February 10, 2026, regarding the re-establishment of Lake Management District No. 4

The Board approved its full consent agenda unanimously and adopted several contracts and agreements, including a $329,500 cooperative extension agreement with Washington State University and a $12,500 services agreement with Nexus Health Strategies. It authorized the $120,000 storm‑water grant and a $147,000 marine resources grant, and awarded a $1,906,652.50 contract to Konnerup Construction for the South Osterman Creek culvert repair project. The Board also set a public hearing for the proposed re‑establishment of Lake Management District No. 4 and adopted updated accident‑prevention policies.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑21 (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Washington State University (up to $329,500)
• Approved Personal Services Agreement with Nexus Health Strategies (up to $12,500)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Burlington for Electronic Document Management (up to $8,000)
• Authorized Chair Ron Wesen to sign Water Quality Stormwater Capacity Agreement ($120,000 grant)
• Awarded contract to Konnerup Construction, appropriating $1,906,652.50 for South Osterman Creek Culvert Repair Project
• Scheduled public hearing on re‑establishment of Lake Management District No. 4 (Feb 10, 2026)
• Authorized Chair Ron Wesen to sign One Time Grant Program Agreement ($147,000 marine resources grant)

Record of the Proceedings - Thursday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners held a briefing to discuss items of interest from previous meetings and administrative updates. The session included the formal swearing-in of Joe Burns to the office of County Commissioner.

• Swearing-in of Joe Burns for Skagit County Commissioner District 3

The Board of Commissioners held a regular session with briefings, a pledge of allegiance, and the swearing‑in ceremony for Commissioner‑elect Joe Burns. No substantive motions, approvals, or votes were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 4:35 p.m.

Skagit County Planning Commission

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Board of County Commissioners conducted a work session with Public Health officials to discuss millage funding. The meeting also included a public comment period where residents addressed the board on various local issues.

• Work session with Public Health regarding millage funding
• Public comment on recycling services
• Public comment on battery energy storage systems
• Public comment on immigration raids and protests in Skagit Valley

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners received departmental briefings and a 2026 workplan presentation from the Skagit Tourism Bureau. The board unanimously approved a consent agenda featuring several funding agreements and contract amendments.

• Agreement with Law Office of Parker Palmer for indigent defense not to exceed $150,000
• Lodging Tax grants to Anacortes Arts Festival ($7,000, $5,000, and $5,000) and Children’s Museum of Skagit County ($10,000)
• Increased funding for Washington State Department of Health contract to a maximum of $7,863,697
• Transfer of a 2015 Chevy StarTrans Senator vehicle valued at $8,500 to Helping Hands Food Bank
• Amendment to Herrera Environmental Consultants agreement for the Ovenell Road Transfer Station not to exceed $260,000

Record of the Proceedings - Tuesday Session

The Skagit County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Ordinance No. O20260001 to extend a moratorium on permit applications for certain uses on Agricultural (Ag/NRL) Lands. The board also heard public comments regarding battery energy storage facilities and local flooding.

• Approval of Ordinance No. O20260001 extending the moratorium on permit applications for Agricultural (Ag/NRL) Lands
• Public comment on proposed battery energy storage facility in Mount Vernon
• Public request to repair North Shore Drive
• Discussion of Joe Burns' appointment as Skagit County Commissioner for District 3

Record of the Proceedings - Monday Session

The Board of Commissioners interviewed three candidates and appointed Joseph (Joe) Burns to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Lisa Janicki. The board also approved several administrative items and a fiber connection amendment.

• Appointment of Joseph (Joe) Burns to District 3 Commissioner vacancy
• Resolution to hold a public hearing Jan 26, 2026, regarding leasing 1,578 sq ft at 508 South 2nd Street, Suite 101, Mount Vernon
• Amendment to Astound Business Solutions for fiber installation at Skagit Vets Connect Veterans Center with a $500 monthly fee
• Approval of warrants and ACH transfers totaling $3,118,331.39
• Annual review of the County's Accident Prevention Plan