Island County, Washington

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

Island Local Integrating Organization (ILIO)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Executive Board will meet to approve agenda items, discuss the Human Services Transportation Plan, and accept letters of support. The meeting will be held virtually and in-person at the Island County Annex Building in Coupeville.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from June 24th, 2026
• Presentation on the Human Services Transportation Plan
• Update on the Regional Transportation Improvement Plan
• Acceptance of Letters of Support
• Public comment period available

Board of Health

The Board of Health will decide whether to send a letter requesting that Island County retailers voluntarily stop selling Kratom and 7-OH products. The meeting also includes presentations on the 2025 Healthy Youth Survey, the department's 2027 budget, and a strategic vision for 2025-2030.

• Proposed distribution of a voluntary removal letter for Kratom and 7-OH products to retailers
• Review of the Island County Public Health budget for 2027
• Presentation of the 2025 Healthy Youth Survey results
• Review of the 'The Compass & Map' Strategic Vision 2025-2030
• Announcement that the August 2026 Regular Session is cancelled

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board will approve a consent agenda, two interlocal agreements for State Enhanced 911 funds, and a $633,588.15 contract with North Sound Behavioral Health for jail transition and opioid outreach services. It will also schedule public hearings on several sewer franchise renewals for Camano Island properties and consider an ordinance amendment to damage claim procedures. Additional interagency agreements with the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts totaling $117,230 are on the agenda.

• Contract with North Sound Behavioral Health for administrative services ($633,588.15, term 7/1/26‑12/31/26)
• Interlocal agreements with ICOM and WA State Military Dept. for State Enhanced 911 funds (FY2027 SECO County Coordinator PD)
• Interagency agreements with WA State Administrative Office of the Courts: $34,617 for ARY/CHINS, $53,236 for Juvenile Court Improvement Plan, $29,377 for guardianship cost reimbursements
• Schedule public hearings on August 25, 2026 for eight sewer franchise renewals on Camano Island
• Public hearing on Ordinance C‑45‑26 to amend Island County Code Chapter 2.32 Damage Claim Procedures

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several interagency agreements for the Superior Court and updates to county policies. The session includes reviews of generative AI guidelines, shoreline management, and kennel fees.

• Interagency Agreement AOC3207 for attorney and court visitor appointments (up to $29,377.00)
• Interagency Agreement AOC3241 for family and juvenile court operations
• Interagency Agreement AOC3330 for Truancy, At Risk Youth, and Child in Need Services
• Proposed fees for Private and Commercial Kennels
• Island County Generative AI Policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing proposed changes to the Public Benefit Rating System (PBRS) to allow property owners in forestry and agriculture programs to transfer into PBRS. The body will also discuss the 2027 draft work plan and remaining 2026 tasks.

• Proposed PBRS code amendments to allow transfers from Designated Forest and Farm/Ag programs with a 90% tax exemption
• Proposal to waive PBRS application fees for transferring property owners
• Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) updates due by December 2026
• Proposed Interlocal Agreement with Oak Harbor to study Urban Growth Area donut hole neighborhoods
• Draft 2027 Work Plan including short-term rental permitting and airport compatibility analysis

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board will consider routine consent items, reappointments to the Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee, and several service contracts. Major items include a bid award to Konnerup Construction for the Sunrise Boulevard Shoulder Widening Project ($2,392,891.80) and multiple public hearings to schedule future transportation and water franchise decisions. The meeting also features an agreement with Puget Sound Energy for EV charging stations at 7th and Main St. in Coupeville.

• Bid award to Konnerup Construction, Inc. for Sunrise Boulevard Shoulder Widening Project – $2,392,891.80
• Agreement with Puget Sound Energy for EV charging stations at 7th and Main St., Coupeville
• Contract amendment with Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office funding Salmon Recovery Program – $299,190
• Consolidated contract amendment with Washington State Department of Health increasing allocations by $1,697,703
• Public hearings scheduled for August 4 and August 18 to adopt the 2027‑2032 Transportation Improvement Program and water franchise renewals

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Technical Advisory Committee will meet to take action on the Regional Transportation Improvement Program update. The body will also discuss STBG programming, the Human Services Transportation Plan, and RoundTable.

• Action on RTIP Update
• Discussion on STBG Programming
• Discussion on Human Services Transportation Plan
• RoundTable Discussion

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board will discuss the new Island County Office of Public Defense and move to consent on reappointing Frederick Kiga and Lela Chavez to the Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee. Commissioners will also consider the final pre‑public hearing update of the 2027‑2032 Transportation Improvement Plan, which includes project changes and a scheduled public hearing on 4 August 2026.

• Reappointment of Frederick Kiga (Position 3) to the Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee
• Reappointment of Lela Chavez (Position 6) to the Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee
• Discussion of the new Island County Office of Public Defense (informational)
• Final pre‑public hearing update of the 2027‑2032 Transportation Improvement Plan, including removal of two culvert projects and $50 M of project funding moved outside the 6‑year plan
• Public hearing for TIP adoption tentatively set for 4 August 2026

The commissioners agreed to place the reappointment of Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee positions 3 and 6 on the consent agenda. They also moved the proposed 2027‑2032 Transportation Improvement Plan to the consent agenda to schedule a public hearing. An executive session was held to discuss a real‑estate matter, after which the meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Moved SRTCC Positions 3 and 6 reappointments to consent agenda
• Moved 2027‑2032 Transportation Improvement Plan to consent agenda to schedule public hearing

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board will consider routine consent agenda items and approve contracts for after‑school programs with the Coupeville, Oak Harbor, and South Whidbey Boys & Girls Clubs, each for $15,000. It will adopt a resolution authorizing the call for bids for the 2026 Countywide Pavement Preservation project, funded with $327,873 of local money and $900,000 of federal money. The Board will award four Rural County Economic Development grants, including $113,000 to the Port of South Whidbey, $1,447,260 to the Town of Coupeville for a Parker Road sewer and storm line extension, $800,000 to Whidbey Camano Land Trust for Keystone Preserve access, and $60,000 to WhidbeyHealth Medical Center for a workforce parking expansion. Public hearings will be held on water franchise renewals for Bakerview Terrace Community Club, Inc. and Sierra Vista Water Association.

• Contract with Coupeville Boys and Girls Club for after‑school program, $15,000 (HS-11-26, 6/1/26‑6/30/27)
• Resolution C-46-26 authorizing bid for 2026 Countywide Pavement Preservation, $327,873 local, $900,000 federal
• RCED grant to Town of Coupeville for Parker Road Sewer/Storm Line Extension, $1,447,260
• Public Hearing Water Franchise Renewal for Bakerview Terrace Community Club, Inc. (PW2026-0036)
• Application to WA State Recreation and Conservation Office for Camano Park Covered Pickleball Courts

The Island County Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda. It also approved four Rural County Economic Development (RCED) grant awards, including $1,447,260 to the Town of Coupeville for the Parker Road sewer/storm line extension. Additionally, the Board unanimously approved two water franchise renewals for Bakerview Terrace Community Club and Sierra Vista Water Association.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved $113,000 RCED grant to Port of South Whidbey for dock rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $1,447,260 RCED grant to Town of Coupeville for sewer/storm line extension (unanimous)
• Approved $800,000 RCED grant to Whidbey Camano Land Trust for Keystone Preserve access (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 RCED grant to WhidbeyHealth Medical Center for workforce parking expansion (unanimous)
• Approved Water Franchise Renewal PW2026-0036 for Bakerview Terrace Community Club (unanimous)
• Approved Water Franchise Renewal PW2026-0027 for Sierra Vista Water Association (unanimous)

Water Utility Coordinating Committee

The committee will review applicants for two voting member positions representing a municipality and an agency or company. Members will also discuss the proposal to draft a committee charter defining the group's mission, goals, and member responsibilities.

• Review and potential appointment of voting members for the purveyor seat
• Discussion on drafting a committee charter for mission and roles

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee will present a preview of the new online application form for the 2027 Lodging Tax Revenue Grant. Staff will explain how to use the practice sheet to prepare applications and will answer questions from potential applicants. The meeting is open to all interested parties, in person or via Zoom.

• Preview of new online application form for 2027 Lodging Tax Grant
• Explanation of practice sheet for preparing grant applications
• Q&A session for potential applicants

Council of Governments

The Island County Council of Governments will meet to approve minutes and hear presentations from Sno-Isle Libraries, the Oak Harbor Creative Arts Foundation, and the Island County Jail. The group will also discuss the next meeting scheduled for July 22, 2026.

• Approval of May 27, 2026, meeting minutes
• Sno-Isle Libraries Programs and Services presentation
• Oak Harbor Creative Arts Foundation presentation
• Island County Jail presentation
• Discussion of July 22, 2026, meeting

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Executive Board will vote on the selection of a consultant for the Coordinated Transit – Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP). They will also approve the agenda and minutes from the May 24 meeting, discuss the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) project programming, and provide an update on the Regional Transportation Improvement Plan. Public comments are allowed for up to three minutes each.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from May 24, 2026
• Decision on STBG project programming
• Selection of consultant for the HSTP
• Discussion of Regional Transportation Improvement Plan update

The Executive Board approved the draft agenda for the June 24, 2026 meeting after a motion by Molly Hughes was seconded and passed. No other substantive actions were recorded as approved, denied, or tabled.

• Approved June 24 draft agenda (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a roundtable meeting with elected officials and department heads. The session focuses on a discussion regarding potential legislative priorities with Columbia Policy Advisors.

• Discussion of legislative priorities with Columbia Policy Advisors

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will convene a regular meeting to consider personnel policy changes, reappointments to the Marine Resources Committee, and a public defender office lease. The board will also hold public hearings on ordinances related to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update.

• Public Hearing on Ordinance C-34-26: 2025 Periodic Update of the Island County Comprehensive Plan
• Public Hearing on Ordinance C-35-26: Amendments to Island County Code to implement the Comprehensive Plan update
• Public Hearing on Ordinance C-29-26: Establishing a Farm and Agricultural Lands Advisory Committee
• Lease with Calm Harbor, LLC for Public Defender office space at 402 N. Main Street, Coupeville ($8,924.67/month)
• Interagency Agreement with WA State Office of Public Defense for legal representation ($121,905.59)

The Board approved the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted Ordinance C-29-26 to create a Farm and Agricultural Lands Advisory Committee. It also adopted Ordinance C-34-26 to amend the Island County Comprehensive Plan and Ordinance C-35-26 to amend several titles of the County Code. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance C-29-26 establishing Farm and Agricultural Lands Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance C-34-26 amending Island County Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance C-35-26 amending Island County Code titles VIII, XI, XIII, XIV, XVI, XVII (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will review the financial performance of the Rural County Economic Development (RCED) fund and make award decisions for the 2026 grant cycle. The session also covers facility lease renewals and a road closure project.

• Review of 2025 RCED financial performance and 2026 grant awards
• Consideration of lease renewals for facilities and storage space
• Discussion on Road Closure for Sunrise Blvd Shoulder Widening
• Review of 2026 Chum Run event
• Scheduled Storage Replacement for IT

The commissioners approved moving several lease items to the consent agenda, including the Calm Harbor lease for 402 N. Main Street, the Hay Field lease renewal with 3 Sisters Cattle Company, and the Camano Island Mosquito Control District storage lease. They also agreed to move the Sunrise Blvd shoulder‑widening road‑closure request to the regular agenda, pending determination of project dates. The grant awards will be taken up on a future regular agenda.

• Moved Calm Harbor lease for 402 N. Main St ($75,496.05) to consent agenda
• Moved Hay Field lease renewal with 3 Sisters Cattle Co. to consent agenda
• Moved Camano Island Mosquito Control District storage lease to consent agenda
• Moved Sunrise Blvd shoulder widening road‑closure request to regular agenda (pending dates)

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board unanimously approved the Conservation Futures Fund grant agreement with the Whidbey Camano Land Trust to purchase the Dragonfly Glades property for $315,000. It also unanimously approved the consent agenda, the agenda as amended, and several franchise transfers and renewals for water and sewer services. All actions were taken by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous vote)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved $315,000 grant agreement for Dragonfly Glades acquisition (unanimous vote)
• Approved Sewer Franchise Transfer PW2025-0257 for Sandra Higgins (unanimous vote)
• Approved Water Franchise Renewal PW2025-0171 for Olympic Marine View Association (unanimous vote)
• Approved Water Franchise Transfer PW2025-0201 for South East Camano Water Cooperative (unanimous vote)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss the appointment of a new member to the Community Health Advisory Board. The meeting also includes presentations on federal climate rule changes and a local resource directory.

• Proposed 3-year membership term for Gideon Cauffman on the Community Health Advisory Board
• Presentation on EPA recission of the 2009 Endangerment Finding by Northwest Clean Air Agency
• Walkthrough of the Thrive Island County resource directory
• Public Health Director’s Executive Report and Legislative Update

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates to the Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) and the STBG programming. The session includes time for public input and a roundtable discussion.

• STBG Programming discussion
• Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) update discussion

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will discuss reappointments for the Marine Resources Committee and review current vacancies across various county boards. The Board will also review a draft letter regarding unknown on-site septic systems and discuss forming a Climate Impact Advisory Committee.

• Discussion of Marine Resources Committee reappointments
• Review of committee vacancies across Island County
• Discussion of unknown on-site septic system notices
• Discussion to charter a Climate Impact Advisory Committee
• Review of 2026 Departmental Work Plan

The commissioners agreed to place the Marine Resources Committee reappointment requests on the consent agenda. They also moved the historic preservation grant applications to the consent agenda. Several topics were discussed with staff, and follow‑up actions were assigned, but no formal votes were recorded.

• Moved Marine Resources Committee reappointment requests to consent agenda
• Moved historic preservation grant applications to consent agenda

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding kennel licenses, noise control, and the establishment of a code for potentially dangerous dogs. The board will also consider a resolution for road safety improvements.

• Public Hearing Ordinance C-36-26: Amending kennel licenses and noise control quiet periods
• Public Hearing Ordinance C-37-26: Establishing Island County Code Chapter 6.24 regarding potentially dangerous dogs
• Resolution C-41-26 (R-17-26): Initiating County Road Project CRP 26-02/JL 00022-0203 for horizontal curve safety improvements

The Board unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda. It then adopted Ordinance C‑36‑26, amending the kennel quiet‑period to match the noise control ordinance, and Ordinance C‑37‑26, establishing a code for potentially dangerous dogs. No other regular agenda items were considered.

• Agenda approved as amended (unanimous vote)
• Consent agenda approved as presented (unanimous vote)
• Ordinance C-36-26 (kennel quiet‑period amendment) adopted (unanimous vote)
• Ordinance C-37-26 (potentially dangerous dogs code) adopted (unanimous vote)

Community Health Advisory Board

The Community Health Advisory Board will vote on the nomination of Gideon Cauffman to the Board of Health. Members will also review data from the Washington Poison Center regarding kratom, cannabis, and opioid exposures.

• Vote to approve Gideon Cauffman's nomination to the Board of Health
• Discussion on kratom follow-up with Washington Poison Center presentation
• Island Roots Housing partner update
• Review and discussion of Thrive Island County beta testing
• Selection of a CHAB member to attend the June 16th Board of Health meeting

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting on June 2, 2026. Commissioners will address topics related to clearing and grading permits, permit timelines, staffing levels, staff matters, and interdepartmental case coordination. The meeting will be held in the Hearing Room (Room 102B) at 1 NE 6th Street, Coupeville, WA, with a remote Zoom option available.

• Commissioner Topics
• Clearing and Grading Permits
• Permit Timeline
• Staffing Levels
• Interdepartmental Case Coordination

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several public health and public works contracts, including a guardrail project on Camano Island. The board is also scheduling public hearings for updates to the Island County Comprehensive Plan and various water and sewer franchises.

• Federal funding of $1,089,000 for Non-Standard Guardrail Replacement Project on Camano Island
• Agreement with SCJ Alliance for $124,882 to update On-site Sewage System (OSS) Code
• Agreement Amendment with Blueprint Agencies for $40,000 for social media and communications
• Scheduling public hearings for Ordinance C-34-26 and C-35-26 regarding the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update
• Public hearings for water franchise renewals and transfers for Olympic Marine View Association and South East Camano Water Cooperative

The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. They also unanimously scheduled public hearings for two comprehensive‑plan ordinances (C‑34‑26 and C‑35‑26) on June 23, 2026. Additionally, the board agreed to continue three separate franchise hearings to a set date of June 16, 2026.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous vote)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous vote)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance C‑34‑26 (Comprehensive Plan update) on June 23, 2026 (unanimous vote)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance C‑35‑26 (Code amendments) on June 23, 2026 (unanimous vote)
• Continued public hearing for Sewer Franchise Transfer PW2025‑0257 (Sandra Higgins) to June 16, 2026
• Continued public hearing for Water Franchise Renewal PW2025‑0171 (Olympic Marine View Association) to June 16, 2026
• Continued public hearing for Water Franchise Transfer PW2025‑0201 (South East Camano Water Cooperative) to June 16, 2026
• Approved multiple contract amendments on the consent agenda, including a $40,000 amendment with Blueprint Agencies and a $124,882 agreement with SCJ Alliance

Council of Governments

Elected executives from Island County, Oak Harbor, Langley, Coupeville, and two Port Districts will meet to discuss Washington State Ferries. The body will also review minutes from the April 22, 2026 meeting.

• Washington State Ferries discussion with John Vezina

Planning Commission

The commission approved the May 13, 2026 minutes with one abstention. No public comments were received. Commissioners deliberated and recommended substantial changes to the Code and Comprehensive Plan, but the minutes do not record any vote outcomes.

• Minutes approved (1 abstention)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Executive Board will meet to approve agenda items and minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda includes a discussion on the State Transportation Benefit Grant (STBG) project programming and a consultant update for the Coordinated Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (CT-HSTP).

• Approval of April 22nd, 2026 agenda and minutes
• Discussion on STBG Project Programing
• HSTP Consultant Update
• Public input period available
• Meeting held in-person at Island County Annex Building

The Executive Board discussed progress on several transportation projects, including a $900,000 paving program and a $300,000 street analysis, and noted that paperwork has been sent to WSDOT. They also reported that the HSTP consultant search was completed and that submittals meet budget and timeline expectations. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a budget amendment and various service contracts. The session includes a proposal to authorize bids for shoulder widening on Sunrise Boulevard.

• Resolution C-40-26 to schedule a public hearing on amending the 2026 Island County Budget
• Contract amendment with WA State Department of Commerce for $440,614 for homeless housing and service providers
• Resolution C-38-26 authorizing call for bids for Sunrise Boulevard Shoulder Widening
• Contract with Lakeside Industries for crushed rock supplies (1/1/26—12/31/28)
• Resolution C-39-26 amending personnel policies regarding credit cards

The Island County Board of Commissioners approved the amended agenda by unanimous vote. The consent agenda was also approved unanimously, covering budget resolutions, a $440,614 housing assistance contract, an IT services agreement, a crushed‑rock supply contract, and a Sunrise Boulevard shoulder‑widening plan. No other business was taken up before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $440,614 housing assistance contract with WA State Dept. of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved IT services agreement for WIC site (unanimous)
• Approved Lakeside Industries crushed‑rock supply contract (unanimous)
• Approved Sunrise Boulevard shoulder‑widening plan and call for bids (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution C‑39‑26 amending personnel credit‑card policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution C‑40‑26 scheduling public hearing to amend 2026 budget (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss long-term infrastructure planning and budget amendments. The body is reviewing initial drafts of the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Plan and Clean Water Utility Plan. Other discussions include hotel-motel tax funding and winter service schedules.

• Draft 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)
• Draft 2027-2032 Clean Water Utility (CWU) Plan
• Proposed 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• 2027 2% Hotel-Motel Lodging Tax Grant funding
• 2026 Budget Amendment

The commissioners approved $715,000 for the 2027 Hotel‑Motel Lodging Tax Grant. They also agreed to continue the December‑to‑January winter service schedule, moved the draft Transportation Improvement Plan and Clean Water Utility Plan to the consent agenda for a future public hearing, and moved the draft Capital Improvement Plan to the consent agenda for a future public hearing. The RCED infrastructure grant applications were presented and the Conservation Futures Fund acquisition was moved to the regular agenda.

• Approved $715,000 funding for the 2027 Hotel‑Motel Lodging Tax Grant
• Agreed to continue the December 21‑Jan 1 winter service schedule
• Moved the 2027‑2032 Transportation Improvement Plan and Clean Water Utility Plan to the consent agenda for a public hearing
• Moved the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Plan to the consent agenda for a public hearing
• Moved the Conservation Futures Fund acquisition application to the regular agenda
• Moved the Maintenance & Operations contracts to the consent agenda

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on the 2025 Periodic Update of the Island County Comprehensive Plan and on code amendments to implement the plan. After reviewing written comments, the commission will recommend that the Board of County Commissioners adopt the updated plan, which includes revisions to land use, housing, transportation, climate, and the Clinton Subarea Plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.

• Public hearing on the 2025 Periodic Update of the Island County Comprehensive Plan
• Public hearing on amendments to Island County Code to implement the 2025 Comprehensive Plan
• Commission recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners to adopt the 2025 plan update
• Discussion of the finalized Clinton Subarea Plan as part of the update
• Support for expanding Coupeville’s Urban Growth Area to include two identified parcels

The Commission voted to continue the public hearing on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update at a later date. The next hearing will be held on May 27 at 6 p.m. to vote on the findings of fact, with public input remaining closed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Continuation of public hearing scheduled for May 27 at 6 p.m. (decision made)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to county codes for telecommunications contracts, purchases, and records of proceedings. The board will also consider several contracts for county services and infrastructure supplies.

• Bid award to Three Men and a Mower for County Landscape Services: $378,248.48
• Interagency Agreement for Family Treatment/Recovery Court financial assistance: $8,000
• Public Hearing on Ordinance C-21-26 regarding electronic data processing and telecommunications contracts
• Public Hearing on Ordinance C-22-26 updating records of proceedings
• Proposed public hearings for ordinances regarding kennel licenses and potentially dangerous dogs

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. It awarded a $378,248.48 landscape services contract to Three Men and a Mower. The Board also adopted Ordinance C-21-26 amending Code Chapters 2.29 and 2.30, and Ordinance C-22-26 updating Code 2.08A.060. All actions were taken by unanimous vote where noted.

• Approved agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous vote)
• Awarded landscape services contract to Three Men and a Mower for $378,248.48 (term 6/1/26‑6/1/29)
• Adopted Ordinance C-21-26 amending Code Chapters 2.29 Services and 2.30 Purchases (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Ordinance C-22-26 updating Code 2.08A.060 Records of Proceedings (unanimous vote)

Board of Health

The Island County Board of Health will meet to approve a resolution declaring May Mental Health Awareness Month and to appoint Marion Jouas as a delegated representative for the Hospital Commissioner.

• Approval of Marion Jouas as delegated Hospital Commissioner representative
• Approval of Resolution HD-2026-03 proclaiming May Mental Health Awareness Month
• Approval of 3-year membership renewal for CHAB member Heidi Beck
• Review of the Community Health Improvement Plan
• Public Health Director's Executive Report and Legislative Update

The Island County Board of Health unanimously appointed Marion Jouas as the delegate for Dr. Gasper on the Board. It also unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 17 and March 17. The board adopted Resolution HD-2026-03, designating May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month. Additionally, the board renewed a three‑year term for Community Health Advisory Board member Heidi Beck.

• Appointed Marion Jouas as delegate for Hospital Commissioner (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 17 and March 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution HD-2026-03 recognizing May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Renewed 3‑year term for CHAB member Heidi Beck (unanimous)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The committee will first approve the meeting agenda, then hear brief public comments. It will discuss the STBG programming and spend an hour reviewing the Transportation Element Certification. The meeting will conclude with a round‑table discussion before adjourning.

• Approval of May 14th, 2026 agenda
• Public input/comments (up to three minutes per speaker)
• STBG programming discussion
• Transportation Element Certification discussion (60 minutes)
• Round‑table discussion

The Technical Advisory Committee approved the draft agenda for May 14, 2026, and the minutes from the April 9, 2026 meeting. The motion was made by Ed Sewester, seconded, and passed. No other decisions were taken during the session.

• Approved May 14, 2026 draft agenda (motion by Ed Sewester, seconded, passed)
• Approved April 9, 2026 minutes (motion by Ed Sewester, seconded, passed)

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Island County Board will consider appointments to the Northwest Senior Services Advisory Board, approve a $8,000 Pathways to Progress interagency agreement with the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts, discuss the final draft of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan, outline 2027 budget goals, and review a homeless grant amendment and RFP.

• Appointments to vacant and reappointment positions on the Northwest Senior Services Advisory Board
• Move to consent on Pathways to Progress Funds agreement (up to $8,000) with the State Administrative Office of the Courts
• Final draft of the Island County 2025 Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations
• Presentation of 2027 Budget Goals
• Discussion of WA State Dept. of Commerce Consolidated Homeless Grant Amendment A and Homeless Crisis Response System RFP

The commissioners approved moving the Northwest Senior Services Advisory Board appointments, the Pathways to Progress funds, and the WA State Department of Commerce Consolidated Homeless Grant amendment to the consent agenda. No other substantive actions were taken during the work session.

• Moved Northwest Senior Services Advisory Board appointments to consent agenda
• Moved Pathways to Progress funds to consent agenda
• Moved Homeless Grant amendment ($440,614) to consent agenda

Planning Commission

The Island County Planning Commission will review the final drafts of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan and development regulations. Staff will present an overview of the documents and discuss the final adoption steps. A public hearing is scheduled for May 20, 2026.

• Review of final Comprehensive Plan and development regulations
• Public hearing scheduled for May 20, 2026
• ADU code maintains 35 annual permits, 5 for low-to-moderate income
• Rural cluster code requires 20-acre minimum lot size for market rate
• Work session on May 13, 2026

The Planning Commission approved the April 1st, 2026 meeting minutes, recording one abstention. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

• Approved April 1st, 2026 minutes (one abstention)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend the Island County Code for solid waste disposal. The meeting also includes the approval of routine vouchers and the surplus of county property.

• Public Hearing Ordinance C-16-26(R-10-26) amending Chapter 13.02A – Solid Waste Disposal
• Resolution C-30-26(R-12-26) to surplus a 1970 Homemade Trailer
• Resolution C-31-26(R-13-26) to surplus a 1987 Chevrolet 4x2 1-Ton
• Resolution C-32-26(R-14-26) to surplus a 2006 Etnyre Centennial 3000
• Appointment recommendation for Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, Position 2

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included surplus property resolutions and financial vouchers. In a public hearing, the Board voted 2-1 to adopt Ordinance C‑16‑26, amending the solid waste disposal chapter of the Island County Code. Commissioner Johnson opposed the amendment. The meeting adjourned at 11:36 a.m.

• Approved meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved consent agenda unanimously (including $1,566,994.46 in vouchers)
• Adopted Ordinance C‑16‑26 amending solid waste code (2-1)
• Rejected amendment by Commissioner Johnson (opposed vote)

Community Health Advisory Board

The Island County Community Health Advisory Board will review a draft recommendation to regulate Kratom and 7-OH products. The board will also discuss a proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month and review upcoming meeting locations.

• Discussion on regulating Kratom and 7-OH products
• Review of draft Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation
• Determine representative for upcoming Board of Health meeting
• Confirm next CHAB meeting location
• Review docket for upcoming CHAB meeting

The board approved the minutes from the April 6, 2026 meeting. Chris Geiger was designated to attend the Island County Board of Health meeting on May 19. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• Approved April 6, 2026 meeting minutes as presented
• Chris Geiger appointed to attend Board of Health meeting on May 19

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will appoint a member to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (Position 2). Commissioners will hear a presentation on the Correction and Rehabilitation Center and vote on a resolution to locate the new facility at the current Island County Jail and Juvenile Detention Center site. The board will also consider establishing a Farm and Agricultural Lands Advisory Committee to advise the Assessor. All items are scheduled for the May 6, 2026 work session.

• Appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) – Position 2
• Presentation on the Correction and Rehabilitation Center project
• Resolution C-27-26 to select the existing jail and juvenile detention center site for the new Correction & Rehabilitation Center
• Ordinance C-29-26 to create a Farm and Agricultural Lands Advisory Committee
• Schedule a public hearing for the Farm Advisory Committee ordinance

The Board moved the appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (Position 2) to the consent agenda. It also moved the formation of a Farm and Agricultural Lands Advisory Committee to consent for scheduling a public hearing. Commissioners appointed Michelle Schissler as interim county clerk until the November 2026 election, passing the motion unanimously. Dierdre Butler was removed from consideration for the interim clerk vacancy.

• Moved LTAC Position 2 appointment to consent agenda
• Moved Farm and Agricultural Lands Advisory Committee formation to consent for public hearing schedule
• Appointed Michelle Schissler as interim county clerk (unanimous)
• Removed Dierdre Butler from interim clerk consideration

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several public health contract amendments and road infrastructure projects. The meeting includes public hearings regarding sewer franchise renewals on Camano and Whidbey Islands.

• Local Agency Agreement with WSDOT for 2026 Countywide Pavement Preservation: $327,973 local and $900,000 federal funds
• Grant Agreement for Race Lagoon Culvert #1893 Replacement Phase 2: $897,954 grant and $158,463 CWU fund
• Service Agreement with SCJ Alliance to update On-site Sewage System (OSS) Code: $124,882
• Public Health contract amendment for WIC and Maternal and Child Health Block Grant: total amount $6,510,461
• Public hearings for sewer franchise renewals for Lorraine & Uffe Hellum and Timothy & Shelley St. Peter

The commissioners unanimously approved the amended agenda and the consent agenda, which included several contract amendments and grant agreements. They also unanimously approved the Lorraine & Uffe Hellum and Timothy & Shelley St. Peter sewer franchise renewal and transfer requests. The meeting recessed for an executive session to discuss a public employee's performance, then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with contract amendments and grant agreements (unanimous)
• Approved Lorraine & Uffe Hellum sewer franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Timothy & Shelley St. Peter sewer franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss public employee performance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:25 p.m. (unanimous)

Water Utility Coordinating Committee

The Island County Water Utility Coordinating Committee will discuss and vote on draft bylaws and review a list of water purveyors with at least 50 service connections to solicit representatives for the committee.

• Draft bylaws for the Water Utility Coordinating Committee (WUCC)
• Review of water system purveyors with 50+ service connections
• Presentation on purveyor committee positions
• Public comment on health-related subjects
• Meeting scheduled for June 2026

Finance Committee

The Island County Finance Committee will approve the minutes from the October 2025 meeting. It will then discuss the County's investment performance for the first quarter of 2026 and receive a report on the external investment pool (ICTIP) covering revenue and costs for the same period. No decisions on new contracts or ordinances are listed.

• Approve October 2025 meeting minutes
• Review Q1 2026 investment performance results
• Report on external investment pool (ICTIP) revenue and costs for Q1 2026

Housing Advisory Board

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals and several purchase orders. It will decide on a $1,000,000 contract with Island Roots Housing to fund affordable housing on a 8.3‑acre site at 501 NE 3rd Street. Additional items include contracts for parking lot resurfacing, fuel dispenser installation, and ADA‑compliance website tools, as well as scheduling public hearings on sewer and water franchise transfers and appointing an interim clerk.

• Approve $1,000,000 contract with Island Roots Housing for affordable housing at 501 NE 3rd St., Coupeville
• Approve $116,506.04 purchase order with Rainier Asphalt to resurface the District Court parking lot
• Approve $65,536.25 purchase order with Rainier Asphalt to resurface the South Precinct parking lot
• Approve $55,810.18 purchase order with SPATCO Energy Solutions for fuel dispensers installation
• Approve $26,453.40 contract with CivicPlus for DocAccess & AudioEye ADA‑compliance tools

The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included several purchase orders and contracts. They appointed Deputy Clerk Michelle Schisler as Interim County Clerk under RCW 36.16.115. The board also unanimously approved two sewer franchise transfers for Brentwood Homeowners Association and for John Lintakoon & Lai Wong.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous) – includes purchase orders and contracts
• Appointed Deputy Clerk Michelle Schisler as Interim County Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved Brentwood Homeowners Association sewer franchise transfer PW2024-0224 (unanimous)
• Approved John Lintakoon & Lai Wong sewer franchise transfer PW2025-0068 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase order for Rainier Asphalt to resurface District Court parking lot $116,506.04 (consent agenda)
• Approved contract with Island Roots Housing for $1,000,000 affordable housing development (consent agenda)
• Approved contract with CivicPlus for $26,453.40 ADA compliance website upgrade (consent agenda)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners and department heads are meeting for a roundtable discussion. The session focuses on the budget calendar and process.

• Budget calendar and process discussion

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Executive Board will approve the agenda and minutes from the March 25, 2026 meeting. Members of the public will be given a brief period for comments. The board will discuss programming for the STBG Project and provide an update on the Coordinated Transit – Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP). The meeting will conclude with a roundtable discussion.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from March 25, 2026
• Public input or comment (up to three minutes per speaker)
• STBG Project programming discussion
• HSTP (Coordinated Transit – Human Services Transportation Plan) update discussion
• Roundtable discussion

Island Local Integrating Organization (ILIO)

Council of Governments

The Council of Governments will approve the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes. It will receive a legislative after‑session update from Senator Muzzall, Representative Dave Paul, and Representative Clyde Shavers, discuss COG representation on the Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee, and consider other items of mutual interest.

• Approve minutes for March 25, 2026
• Legislative after‑session update from Senator Muzzall, Rep. Dave Paul, and Rep. Clyde Shavers
• COG representation on the Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee (SRTCC)
• Other items of mutual interest

The council voted to approve the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes, with the motion passing unanimously. Staff were directed to email members to find a replacement for Commissioner St. Clair on the Salmon Recovery Technical and Citizen Committee. No items of mutual interest were discussed.

• Approved March 25, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Staff to email members to seek replacement for Commissioner St. Clair on SRTCC

Board of Health

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will consider amending the 2025 budget and the six-year capital improvement program. The meeting also includes public hearings on contracts for communications consulting, internet safety presentations, and summer camp scholarships.

• Public Hearing to amend 2025 Island County Budget
• Public Hearing to amend 2026-2031 Capital Improvement and Clean Water Programs
• Contract extension for Corrections Center communications consulting ($45,000)
• Contract for internet safety presentation funding ($12,000)
• Contract for youth summer camp scholarships ($20,000)

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included several contracts and a $58,000 de‑obligation. A unanimous vote adopted a resolution amending the 2025 Island County budget. The Board also adopted a resolution amending Island County’s six‑year Capital Improvement and Clean Water Utility Programs for 2026‑2031 by a 2‑1 vote.

• Agenda approved as amended, unanimous vote
• Consent agenda approved, unanimous vote (included $45,000 communications contract, $12,000 internet‑safety contract, $20,000 YMCA scholarship contract, ($58,000) DDA de‑obligation, $38,521.82 IT maintenance purchase, and other items)
• Resolution C-20-26 amending the 2025 budget adopted, unanimous vote
• Resolution C-13-26 (R-07-26) amending the six‑year Capital Improvement and Clean Water Utility Programs adopted, 2‑1 vote
• Contract extension with Liz Loomis Public Affairs for $45,000 approved
• Contract with Coupeville School District for $12,000 internet‑safety presentation approved
• Contract with YMCA of Snohomish County for $20,000 youth scholarships approved
• Amendment to DSHS contract de‑obligating $58,000 approved

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board will move Ordinance C‑22‑26, which updates Island County Code 2.08A.060 on records of proceedings, to consent and schedule a public hearing for May 19, 2026. It will also consider a Civic Plus proposal to add ADA‑compliant features to the county website, with a total Year 1 investment of $10,767.80. The Sheriff’s Office will present proposed fee structures for private and commercial kennels, a draft definition for potentially dangerous dogs, and a discussion of the 2026 Sheriff’s Department budget.

• Ordinance C‑22‑26 to amend Code 2.08A.060 (record of proceedings) – move to consent, public hearing scheduled
• Civic Plus ADA website add‑ons – total Year 1 cost $10,767.80, recurring services $26,453.40
• Proposed fees for Private and Commercial Kennels under County Code 6.10
• Draft definition of potentially dangerous dogs under County Code 6.24.010
• Discussion of the 2026 Sheriff’s Department budget

The Island County Board of Commissioners approved moving a series of ordinance updates, fee proposals, contract extensions, and project items to the consent agenda for further processing. Items include updates to records‑of‑proceedings rules, ADA website add‑ons, kennel fee schedules, dangerous‑dog definitions, a communications contract, a septic‑code services agreement, a grant‑execution resolution, and an affordable‑housing purchase contract. The board also scheduled public hearings for the ordinance items and directed staff to continue related work.

• Moved Ordinance C‑22‑26 (records of proceedings) to consent agenda for public hearing
• Moved Civic Plus ADA website add‑ons to consent agenda; budget director to pay using 2026 insurance reserve
• Moved proposed private and commercial kennel fees to consent agenda for public hearing
• Moved potentially dangerous‑dog code draft to consent agenda pending code‑revisor approval
• Moved Liz Loomis Public Affairs Phase 2 contract extension to consent agenda
• Moved SCJ Alliance on‑site sewage code update contract ($124,882) to consent agenda
• Moved resolution authorizing execution of grant agreements to consent agenda
• Moved HS‑9‑26 contract with Island Roots Housing for affordable housing to consent agenda

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Island County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will discuss proposed changes to the application form for the 2027 lodging tax grant. The committee will also present a proposed timeline for the 2027 grant application cycle, outlining key dates from the July application period through the October recommendation stage.

• Discussion of changes to the 2027 lodging tax grant application
• Proposed timeline for the 2027 grant application cycle with key dates (July 1‑31 application period, August 14 review, August 26 presentations, September 23 fund distribution discussion, October 7 recommendation)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of County Commissioners will consider routine consent agenda items and schedule future public hearings. Commissioners will discuss contract renewals for software, phone system upgrades, and fuel dispenser purchases. A public hearing will be held on a resolution to approve the Island County Five‑Year Homeless Housing Plan 2025‑2030. Additional public hearings will be scheduled for ordinance changes related to electronic data contracts and solid waste disposal.

• Public Hearing Resolution C-12-26: Approve Island County Five‑Year Homeless Housing Plan 2025‑2030
• Contract renewal with Julota Software for case management, $80,143.34 (term 3/27/26‑3/26/27)
• Contract with Firstline Mitel for phone system upgrade, $230,685.18 (term 3/1/26‑3/1/29)
• Purchase Order 14137 with Blue 1 Energy for fuel dispensers, $55,810.18
• Schedule Public Hearing Ordinance C-21-26 on electronic data processing contracts, May 19, 2026

The commissioners unanimously adopted Ordinance C‑12‑26, approving the Island County Five‑Year Homeless Housing Plan for 2025‑2030. They also unanimously approved the Cool Road OSS Association sewer franchise transfer and a consent agenda that included contracts for software, phone system upgrades, asphalt supply, and fuel dispensers. The agenda and consent agenda were each approved by unanimous vote.

• Adopted Ordinance C‑12‑26, five-year homeless housing plan (unanimous)
• Approved Cool Road OSS Association sewer franchise transfer (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Julota Software case‑management contract renewal, $80,143.34 (unanimous)
• Approved Firstline Mitel phone system upgrade contract, $230,685.18 (unanimous)
• Approved Lakeside Industries hot‑mix asphalt contract extension (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of fuel dispensers, $55,810.18 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization's Technical Advisory Committee will meet to approve the agenda, discuss the STBG programming and Transportation Element Certification, and hold a RoundTable discussion. The meeting will be held virtually and in-person at the Island County Law and Justice Building.

• Approval of April 9th, 2026 Agenda
• STBG Programing Discussion
• Transportation Element Certification Discussion
• RoundTable Discussion
• Public Input or Comments

The Technical Advisory Committee approved the February 12, 2026 draft agenda and minutes after a motion by Brad W., which was seconded and passed. The committee also discussed updates to STBG programming and the transportation element certification process, noting that a future vote on a recommendation will be taken to the executive board. The meeting adjourned at 2:06 p.m.

• Approved February 12, 2026 draft agenda and minutes (motion by Brad W., seconded, approved)

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners’ work session will include departmental updates and a review of a Mitel phone system upgrade. The IT division will present the upgrade, which has a purchase cost of $230,685, and the item is marked to move to consent for approval. No other decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Mitel Phone System Upgrade – purchase cost $230,685 (IT department)
• Sales Agreement #022326IB2 – total price $72,514 for a 3‑year Mitel Software Assurance Plan and 1‑year Firstline Support
• Sales Agreement #022326IB1 – total price $158,181.18 for additional Mitel equipment and services

The commissioners approved moving the Mitel phone system upgrade, the Summerland water franchise, the Keystone Preserve pre‑award request, and the wildfire mitigation plan to the consent agenda. They also agreed to advance the 2025 Surface Water Quality Report presentation and discussed the 2045 Comprehensive Plan implementation and the 2027‑2032 Capital Improvement Plan. No vote counts were recorded.

• Moved Mitel phone system upgrade to consent agenda
• Moved Summerland Community Association water franchise to consent agenda for public hearing
• Moved Keystone Preserve pre‑award lane work to consent agenda
• Moved wildfire mitigation plan forward (consent agenda)
• Presented 2025 Surface Water Quality Report (no vote)
• Discussed Draft 2045 Comprehensive Plan Implementation (no vote)
• Discussed 2027‑2032 Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (no vote)
• Discussed 2% Hotel‑Motel Lodging Tax Fund 2027 grant year (no vote)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board will approve routine items on the consent agenda and adopt several purchase orders and contracts. It will schedule a public hearing on Ordinance C-21-26 to amend Chapter 2.29 and 2.30 of the county code. Additional public hearings will be held for sewer franchise renewals on May 5, 2026. The Board will also recommend an appointment to the Housing Authority.

• Schedule public hearing on Ordinance C-21-26 (May 19, 2026) to amend services and contracts
• Purchase order $311,068.21 for a 2025 Weiler Paver P385C (PO No. 14136)
• Contract $135,500 with Pediatric Associates of Whidbey Island for a community health worker (HS-05-26)
• Contract $243,050 with WA State Health Care Authority for jail substance‑use treatment (K8844)
• Public hearings for sewer franchise renewals (Lorraine & Uffe Hellum; Timothy & Shelley St. Peter) on May 5, 2026

The Board approved its agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It approved the contract for the official county legal newspaper, a letter supporting the Whidbey Telecom middle‑mile fiber project, and adopted Ordinance C‑17‑26 extending the emergency moratorium on land‑use applications (2‑1 vote). The Board also unanimously approved several sewer and water franchise transfers and related contracts.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Consent agenda approved unanimously
• Official County Legal Newspaper bid (Whidbey News Times) approved unanimously
• Letter approving Whidbey Telecom middle‑mile fiber deployment approved 2‑1
• Ordinance C‑17‑26 (renew emergency moratorium) adopted 2‑1
• Katherine Ginn sewer franchise renewal approved unanimously
• Jan & Robert O’Daniels sewer franchise transfer approved unanimously
• Linda Blankenship, Gerald Gute, Curt & Tracy Rindal water franchise transfer approved unanimously

Community Health Advisory Board

The Community Health Advisory Board will elect a Chair and Co-Chair and vote on membership renewals. The board will also discuss a presentation on the risks of Kratom and 7-OH, including a recommendation for a six-month sales moratorium.

• Election of CHAB Chair and Co-Chair
• Vote to renew board membership
• Discussion on Kratom and 7-OH education and policy
• Recommendation for a 6-month moratorium on sales of products containing Mitragynine
• Discussion of CHAB Bylaws

The Island County Community Health Advisory Board voted unanimously to renew Heidi Beck's membership on the board. No other substantive actions were taken; the bylaws discussion was postponed to the May meeting and chair/co‑chair elections were not resolved.

• Heidi Beck membership renewed – unanimous vote
• CHAB bylaws discussion postponed to May meeting

Planning Commission

The Island County Planning Commission will examine the updated schedule for adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners will also review the draft Implementation Plan and give feedback on how to prioritize its action items. No formal decisions are recorded for this meeting.

• Review 2026 Comprehensive Plan adoption schedule
• Review draft Implementation Plan for the Comprehensive Plan
• Provide feedback on prioritization of implementation items
• Welcome new Planning Commissioner Callahan McVay

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the February 4th, 2026 meeting. No other actions were formally decided during this session. Staff briefed the commission on an upcoming Board of County Commissioners hearing about extending the development moratorium. The meeting was adjourned at 7:07 pm.

• Approved February 4th, 2026 minutes

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Executive Board will meet to discuss project programming and transportation element certification. The meeting includes a period for public input and a roundtable discussion.

• STBG Project Programing discussion
• Transportation Element Certification discussion

The Executive Board approved the draft agenda for the March 25 meeting after a motion and second. The board also approved an administrative transfer of $50,000 from the Port of South Whidbey’s $650,000 programming for the next year. No public comments were received. The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 a.m.

• Approved draft agenda (motion by Curt Gordon, seconded, approved)
• Approved $50,000 administrative transfer from Port of South Whidbey program

Council of Governments

The Island County Council of Governments will approve the February 25, 2026 minutes and elect officers. It will consider a letter of support for filming in state parks and hold a discussion on the 2026 FIFA World Cup and tourism. The meeting will also continue the conversation on RCED grant funding.

• Approval of minutes for February 25, 2026
• Election of officers
• Letter of support for filming in state parks (Terica Ginther)
• 2026 FIFA World Cup and tourism discussion (Inge Morascini)
• RCED grant funding conversation (continued from February meeting)

The council unanimously approved the February 25, 2026 meeting minutes. Commissioners elected Port Commissioner Curt Gordon as Chair and Mayor Ronnie Wright as Vice‑Chair, each by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 25, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Curt Gordon as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ronnie Wright as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding sewer franchise renewals on Camano and Whidbey Islands. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for road materials, behavioral health, and IT services.

• Public hearings for sewer franchise renewals: Bayview-Camano & LOSS LLC, Leo & Maegan Dirac Living Trust Sewer System, Inc., and Mark Modine & Donna LaFrenier Trust
• Contract amendment with WA State Health Care Authority for rural youth behavioral health: $300,000
• Purchase orders with Alpine Products, Inc. for traffic line paint and glass beads: $275,170.50 and $79,107.84
• Annual subscription purchase order with Central Square Software: $73,856.13
• Proposed public hearing for amending the 2025 Island County Budget scheduled for April 21, 2026

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included pre‑audited bills, vouchers, payroll and several contracts and resolutions. It also approved three sewer franchise renewal applications for Bayview‑Camano & LOSS LLC, Leo & Maegan Dirac Living Trust, and Mark Modine & Donna LaFrenier Trust, each by unanimous vote. Additional items such as a World TB Day proclamation, a behavioral‑health contract amendment, and multiple asphalt supply contract extensions were also approved.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with $1,129,853.44 bills, $1,156,175.14 vouchers, $564,366.23 EFTs, $1,037,982.05 payroll (unanimous)
• Approved World TB Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 behavioral health contract amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $73,856.13 IT software purchase order (unanimous)
• Approved extensions of asphalt supply contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Bayview‑Camano & LOSS LLC sewer franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Leo & Maegan Dirac Living Trust sewer franchise renewal (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a roundtable session. The agenda includes an update on Enterprise Fleet Management and a general roundtable discussion.

• Enterprise Fleet Management Update

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of County Commissioners and Oak Harbor City Council will hold a joint public hearing. The session focuses on an interlocal agreement regarding the annexation of the South Annexation Area.

• Public hearing on Interlocal Agreement RM-PLAN-2026-72 regarding the South Annexation Area

The Island County Board of Commissioners met in a special session on March 19, 2026. After a public hearing, the Board approved the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Oak Harbor and Island County for the South Annexation Area. Both motions to approve the agreement passed unanimously.

• Councilmember Eric Marshall motion to approve Interlocal Agreement passed unanimously
• Commissioner Jill Johnson motion to approve Interlocal Agreement passed unanimously

Planning Commission

The Board of County Commissioners and the Planning Commission are meeting to discuss remaining policy issues. Planning staff will present a review of public input gathered during a 60-day comment period.

• Joint Work Session between the Board of Island County Commissioners and the Planning Commission to discuss policy issues and public input

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board will review the Sheriff’s Office agenda item to renew the Northwest Mini‑Chain transport agreement with Whatcom County for the 2026 calendar year. The contract provides prisoner transport services and includes an annual compensation of $19,047, billed quarterly at $4,761.75. The item is marked for a consent motion.

• Renew Northwest Mini‑Chain transport contract with Whatcom County – annual $19,047, quarterly $4,761.75 (move to consent)

The Board approved the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Oak Harbor and Island County. Councilmember Eric Marshall moved to approve, seconded by Councilmember Christopher Wiegenstein; the motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Jill Johnson moved to approve, seconded by Commissioner Janet St. Clair; that motion also passed unanimously.

• Councilmember Eric Marshall motion to approve Interlocal Agreement passed unanimously
• Commissioner Jill Johnson motion to approve Interlocal Agreement passed unanimously

Board of Health

The Island County Board of Health will approve the February 17 minutes, hear brief public comments, and vote on Resolution HD-2026-03 to recognize March 24, 2026 as World TB Day. The meeting also includes a review of the Community Health Improvement Plan and updates from the Public Health Director and the Community Health Advisory Board.

• Approve February 17, 2026 Board of Health minutes
• Motion to approve Resolution HD-2026-03 proclaiming World TB Day on March 24, 2026
• Presentation of the Community Health Improvement Plan
• Public Health Director’s Executive Report and Legislative Update
• Community Health Advisory Board update

The Island County Board of Health did not have a quorum, so it could not act on agenda items. All action items and the scheduled presentation were postponed until April. Approval of the meeting minutes was also postponed to April. No other decisions were made.

• Postponed all agenda action items to April (quorum not met)
• Postponed approval of minutes to April (quorum not met)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent‑agenda items and adopt resolutions on meeting procedures and the county’s risk‑pool relationship. It will schedule a public hearing to extend an emergency moratorium on land‑use applications in mixed‑use RAID zones. The Board will also approve a $6,472,146 amendment to a multi‑year health services contract and discuss water‑franchise renewals and a land donation for a state road project.

• Approve Consolidated Contract Amendment No. 1 1 increasing health contract total to $6,472,146 (Item 10)
• Schedule public hearing to extend Emergency Moratorium on land‑use applications for six months (Item 8)
• Adopt Resolution C‑14‑26 establishing rules of procedure for Board meetings (Item 6)
• Approve land donation documents for SR20 Race Road to Welcher Road shoulder widening project with WSDOT (Items 12‑15)
• Hold public hearings on water franchise renewals for Camano Vista Water District, Driftwood Shores Water System, and Ledgewood Beach Water District (Items 16‑18)

The Board approved the regular session agenda and the consent agenda by unanimous vote. It also approved water franchise renewals for Camano Vista Water District, Driftwood Shores Water System, and Ledgewood Beach Water District, each by unanimous vote. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Camano Vista Water District water franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Driftwood Shores Water System water franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Ledgewood Beach Water District water franchise renewal (unanimous)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee will approve the February 12th agenda and minutes from the March 12th meeting, hear brief public comments, and hold discussions on the STBG programming and the Transportation Element update before a round‑table session.

• Approve February 12th agenda and minutes from March 12th meeting
• Public input/comments (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Discussion of STBG programming
• Discussion of Transportation Element update
• RoundTable discussion

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will adopt Resolution C-14-26 to establish official Rules of Procedure for its meetings and hearings. It will also adopt Resolution C-15-26 confirming Island County's appointments to the Washington Counties Risk Pool. Additional items are informational discussions of commissioner designations to the CEDS Review Committee, the Water Utility Coordinating Committee, and the Community Development Spending portal.

• Adopt Resolution C-14-26 establishing Rules of Procedure for BOCC meetings and hearings
• Adopt Resolution C-15-26 confirming Island County appointments to the Washington Counties Risk Pool
• Informational discussion of annual commissioner designation to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Review Committee
• Informational discussion of commissioner designation to the Water Utility Coordinating Committee (WUCC)
• Informational discussion of projects available through the Community Development Spending (CDS) portal

The board appointed Commissioner Jill Johnson to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Review Committee and Commissioner Janet St. Clair to the Water Utility Coordinating Committee. The Human Resources Director will move forward with job recruitment. All other items were placed on the consent agenda for later action.

• Washington Counties Risk Pool designation moved to the consent agenda
• Adoption of Rules of Order moved to the consent agenda
• Amendment to 2019 Northwest Liquid Transport contract moved to the consent agenda
• Amendment to the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan moved to the consent agenda (public hearing to be scheduled)
• Development moratorium update moved to the consent agenda (public hearing to be scheduled)
• Commissioner Jill Johnson appointed to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Review Committee
• Commissioner Janet St. Clair appointed to the Water Utility Coordinating Committee
• Human Resources Director Catherine Reid will proceed with job recruitment

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The commissioners will vote on routine consent‑agenda items, including a $27,000 contract for the Oak Harbor Music Festival and contracts for the 2% hotel‑motel tourism sales tax promotion. They will also set dates for public hearings on the Island County five‑year homeless housing plan, a sewer franchise transfer for the Cool Road OSS Association, and several water franchise renewals. All items are scheduled for the March 10 regular meeting.

• Approve $27,000 contract for Oak Harbor Music Festival (term 1/1/26‑12/31/26).
• Approve contracts for the 2% Hotel‑Motel Tourism Sales Tax promotion program.
• Schedule public hearing (April 14, 2026) for the Island County Five‑Year Homeless Housing Plan 2025‑2030.
• Schedule public hearing (April 14, 2026) for Sewer Franchise Transfer for Cool Road OSS Association, Camano Island.
• Public hearings for water franchise renewals: Jordan Acres Association (Camano Island), Mabana Shores Association (Camano Island), Mutiny Sands Club (Whidbey Island), and Passage Way Water System (Whidbey Island).

The Island County Board unanimously approved the amended agenda and the consent agenda. It also approved four water franchise renewal requests for Jordan Acres Association, Mabana Shores Association, Mutiny Sands Club, Inc., and Passage Way Water System. All actions were taken by unanimous vote.

• Approved amended regular session agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Jordan Acres Association water franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Mabana Shores Association water franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Mutiny Sands Club, Inc. water franchise renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Passage Way Water System water franchise renewal (unanimous)

Community Health Advisory Board

The Island County Community Health Advisory Board will vote on membership renewals and consider them for Board of Health approval. Staff will present updates on a projected $300‑400 k annual funding shortfall for FPHS and other program actions. Members will review the Tuberculosis Proclamation draft and the 2026 CHIP Report, providing feedback. The meeting will also cover Thrive resource updates and planning for the next session.

• Vote to renew CHAB memberships (results forwarded to Board of Health)
• Review and feedback on Tuberculosis Proclamation draft
• Presentation and feedback on the 2026 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP)
• Discussion of projected $300‑400 k FPHS funding shortfall and related staffing freezes
• Planning for next meeting and BOH liaison priorities

The Island County Community Health Advisory Board did not achieve a quorum, so several agenda items were postponed. Review of the November 7th, 2025 minutes, membership renewals, and CHAB Chair/Vice/Co‑Chair nominations were all delayed until April. The board provided staff updates, a tuberculosis proclamation draft, a CHIP report, and a Thrive directory presentation, requesting feedback but taking no formal action.

• Quorum not met (no vote)
• Review of November 7th, 2025 minutes postponed to April (no vote)
• Membership renewals discussion postponed to April (no vote)
• Review of CHAB Chair/Vice/Co‑Chair nominations postponed to April (no vote)

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss revising the county purchasing policy and approving various service contracts. The agenda includes funding for youth and arts programming, shore friendly program agreements, and road equipment purchases.

• Resolution C-07-26 to revise the Island County Purchasing Policy and Authority
• Contract amendment for Enterprise Fleet Management Inc. for the Sheriff’s Office totaling $292,065
• Three on-call agreements for the Shore Friendly Program totaling $330,496
• Purchase of a 2026 Bandit Chipper ($86,750.05), Henke Sander ($56,393.42), and Ford F-250 ($68,636.11)
• Initiation of the Sunrise Boulevard Shoulder Widening Project (CRP 19-05/JL 00012-0601)

The commissioners adopted Resolution C-08-26 to convene the Water Utility Coordinating Committee. They also approved a supplemental agreement with Bridgeview Consulting for emergency management plans. Multiple contracts and purchase orders, including a $292,065 amendment to the Sheriffs Office fleet contract and a $63,765 ArcGIS software subscription, were approved. All actions were taken by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution C-08-26 to convene the Water Utility Coordinating Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No.1 with Bridgeview Consulting for emergency plans (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Amendment No.1 adding Mark Sibon to Enterprise Fleet Management contract ($292,065) (unanimous)
• Approved Purchase Order for ArcGIS Software Annual Subscription ($63,765) (unanimous)
• Approved Purchase Order for 2026 Bandit Chipper ($86,750.05) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution C-05-26 cancelling non‑collectible personal property taxes (unanimous)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Executive Board approved the draft agenda for the February 25, 2026 meeting. It also approved increasing the estimate for the SR20 Shoulder Widening project to up to $5 million. No public comments were received, and the meeting was adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

• Approved draft agenda (motion passed)
• Approved change of estimate for SR20 Shoulder Widening up to $5 million

Council of Governments

The Island County Council of Governments will meet on February 25, 2026 to approve the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes, elect officers, receive an update on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, and discuss the 2026 Rural County Economic Development application cycle. The agenda also includes an audit invoice and other items of mutual interest. The meeting will be held in the Commissioners’ Hearing Room at 1 NE 6th Street and streamed via Zoom.

• Approval of minutes for October 22, 2025
• Election of officers
• Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) update
• Discussion of the Rural County Economic Development (RCED) 2026 application cycle
• Audit invoice

The council unanimously approved the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the final 2025 audit invoice, directing the bill to be split evenly among the six member entities and mailed to the state auditor. The election of 2026 officers was postponed to the March 25, 2026 meeting. No other items were acted upon.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 audit invoice; bill to be split evenly among six entities
• Postponed election of 2026 officers to March 25, 2026 meeting

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board will move to consent on an appointment to Position 3, District 1 of the Island County Planning Commission. It will also consider three on‑call consultant agreements for the Shore Friendly program—$342,298 with Herrera, $110,200 with Natural Systems Design, and $29,996 with the Whidbey Conservation District. Additionally, the Board will receive information on using the public‑health fund balance to support the Noxious Weed Control program.

• Appointment to Position 3, District 1 on the Island County Planning Commission
• On‑call agreement with Herrera, up to $342,298, contract HD‑04‑2026
• On‑call agreement with Natural Systems Design, up to $110,200, contract HD‑03‑2026
• On‑call agreement with Whidbey Conservation District, up to $29,996, contract HD‑05‑2026
• Discussion of using General Fund Balance for Noxious Weed Control program (informational)

The commissioners moved four on‑call consultant agreements and the appointment to the Planning Commission to the consent agenda. They approved a budget amendment allowing the Noxious Weed Control program to use the public‑health fund balance. The board voted to donate parcel R23118‑325‑0080 to WSDOT for the SR 20 Race Road to Welcher Road shoulder widening project and to proceed with 2026 pavement preservation steps and a supplemental COOP contract with Bridgeview Consulting.

• Moved appointment to Planning Commission Position 3, District 1 to consent agenda
• Moved Natural Systems Design on‑call agreement ($110,200) to consent agenda
• Moved Herrera on‑call agreement ($190,306) to consent agenda
• Moved Whidbey Conservation District on‑call agreement ($29,996) to consent agenda
• Approved budget amendment for 2026 Noxious Weed Control program
• Approved donation of parcel R23118‑325‑0080 to WSDOT for SR 20 project
• Approved staff to proceed with 2026 Pavement Preservation Projects
• Approved supplemental agreement with Bridgeview Consulting for COOP to regular agenda

Board of Health

The Island County Board of Health will consider a motion to approve Resolution HD-2026-02, urging continued stable funding for Foundational Public Health Services. It will also vote on adopting the 2026 Policy Docket, review the 2025 Public Health Report, and discuss the 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan. Public comment time is provided, and the meeting concludes with updates from the Public Health Director and the Community Health Advisory Board.

• Motion to approve Resolution HD-2026-02 supporting Foundational Public Health Services funding (referencing $300 million state investment and a proposed $29 million budget reduction)
• Motion to adopt the 2026 Policy Docket as presented
• Review and discussion of the 2025 Public Health Report
• Discussion of the 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan and Health in All Policies analysis
• Public Health Director’s Executive Report and Legislative Update

The Island County Board of Health approved its agenda and the previous meeting minutes without dissent. The board unanimously adopted Resolution HD-2026-02 supporting foundational public health services and stable funding. It also unanimously adopted the 2026 Policy Docket as presented.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• January 20, 2026 minutes approved unanimously
• Resolution HD-2026-02 approved unanimously
• 2026 Policy Docket adopted unanimously

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several professional service agreements for road maintenance and behavioral health services. The body will also review board appointments and schedule public hearings for sewer franchise transfers and renewals.

• Contract with North Sound Behavioral Health for various services: $633,588.15
• Consultant agreement with ASM Affiliates for Cultural Resource Management: $300,000
• Consultant agreement with Materials Testing & Consulting, Inc.: $300,000
• Consultant agreement with VPR – Visual Pavement Rating Services, LLC: $200,000
• Scheduling of public hearings for sewer franchise transfers and renewals for March 2026

The Board approved the meeting agenda as amended by unanimous vote. It then approved the consent agenda as presented, also unanimously, which covered pre‑audited bills of $3,686,699.36, vouchers of $460,445.67, electronic funds transfers of $16,443.69, a 2025 personal‑property inventory resolution, and several appointment recommendations. No other regular agenda items or public hearings were scheduled.

• Approved meeting agenda as amended (unanimous vote)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (unanimous vote)
• Approved pre‑audited bills totaling $3,686,699.36 (consent agenda)
• Approved vouchers totaling $460,445.67 (consent agenda)
• Approved electronic funds transfers totaling $16,443.69 (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution C‑06‑26 Certification of the Island County Personal Property Inventory for 2025 (consent agenda)
• Recommended appointment to Conservation Futures Program Citizens Advisory Board, District 2, Position 4 (consent agenda)
• Recommended appointment to Marine Resources Committee, Position 1 (consent agenda)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee will approve the meeting agenda and minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting. Members will discuss the State Transportation Budget Guidance (STBG) programming and review important dates for the 2026 calendar. The committee will also hold a public comment period and a round‑table discussion before adjourning.

• Approve February 12, 2026 agenda and minutes from Jan 8, 2026 meeting
• Public input/comments (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Discussion of STBG programming
• Discussion of 2026 calendar and important dates
• Round‑table discussion

The Technical Advisory Committee approved the draft agenda and minutes for the February 12, 2026 meeting after a motion by Brad Windler was seconded. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved the meeting minutes and agenda (motion by Brad Windler, seconded, approved)

Planning Commission

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review ongoing items with county departments. The meeting includes a joint discussion with the Island County Planning Commission. This is an informal workshop format used before items are scheduled for regular business meetings.

• Joint discussion with Island County Planning Commission
• Departmental reviews: Commissioners’ Office, Facilities, Treasurer, Public Works, Human Resources, and Budget

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss motor pool fleet rate structures and potential third-party management. The meeting includes requests for several board appointments and a proposal to write off uncollectible personal property taxes.

• Appointments for Conservation Futures Program CAB (Paul Sonnenfeld, Linda Rhodes), Ebey’s Landing Trust Board (Janet Lewis), and Marine Resources Committee (Brad Thompson, Marena Collins, Fran Horvath)
• Informational review of Enterprise Fleet Management (EFM) with projected annual cost increases of $349,050.84 for 72 vehicles
• Proposed resolution to cancel non-collectible personal property taxes as of February 2026
• Joint discussion with Island County Planning Commission

The commissioners unanimously approved scheduling a public hearing on March 19, 2026 for the interlocal annexation agreement with the City of Oak Harbor. They also moved several appointment requests and policy items to the consent agenda, including positions on the Conservation Futures Program advisory board, the Ebey’s Landing Trust Board, the Marine Resources Committee, a recycling amendment, and a procurement code update. The board advanced the resolution to write off uncollectible personal tax accounts, except for a Comcast debt line item. All items were set for further action or public hearing as noted.

• Moved appointment to Position 4 on Conservation Futures Program CAB to consent agenda
• Moved appointment to Position 7 on Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve Trust Board to consent agenda
• Moved appointments to Positions 1, 2, and 13 on Marine Resources Committee to consent agenda
• Moved Residential Curbside Collection recycling amendment to consent agenda to schedule public hearing
• Moved Procurement Code update to consent agenda to schedule public hearing
• Moved Uncollectible Personal Tax Accounts write‑off to consent agenda, except Comcast line item
• Approved scheduling public hearing for Interlocal Agreement with City of Oak Harbor (unanimous) for March 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of County Commissioners will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including vouchers, warrants and prior meeting minutes. Commissioners will consider a resolution updating the county's economic development strategy and several appointment recommendations. The board will also act on multiple purchase orders for software subscriptions and a $176,255.74 contract with Highway Specialties for traffic control signs, as well as certify the 2026 road levy report.

• Purchase Order with CDW‑G for Trellis Email Security Software, $24,650.35
• Purchase Order with Central Square for Cognos Disclosure Management Software, $20,099.31
• Purchase Order with Central Square for Finance Enterprise Annual Subscription, $73,856.13
• Contract with Highway Specialties for Multi‑Year Traffic Control Sign Contract, $176,255.74
• Certification of the 2026 Road Levy and Estimated Revenue Produced – Annual Report

The Island County Board of Commissioners met on February 10, 2026. By unanimous vote the agenda amendment was approved. The consent agenda, which included pre‑audited bills, vouchers, payroll, and several purchase orders and contracts, was also approved unanimously. The meeting then moved to an executive session and adjourned at 1:45 p.m.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous vote)
• Approved consent agenda covering budget, IT purchases, public‑health and public‑works items (unanimous vote)

Community Health Advisory Board

The Island County Community Health Advisory Board will discuss a Board of Health policy prioritization worksheet, review a Foundational Public Health Services resolution, examine the 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan Health in All Policies analysis, consider CHAB chair role feedback, and plan the next meeting and BOH liaison.

• Discussion and completion of the Board of Health Policy Prioritization worksheet
• Review and feedback on the Foundational Public Health Services Resolution
• Review and feedback on the Island County 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan HiAP Analysis
• Discussion of CHAB Chair Roles and Responsibilities and next steps
• Planning for the next meeting and selection of a BOH liaison

The Community Health Advisory Board reviewed staff updates, the Board of Health policy prioritization, a foundational public health services resolution, and the County 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan analysis. Action items included requests for member feedback, a planned steering‑committee meeting invite, and continued sharing of chair duties. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss draft elements of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. The body is reviewing goals for county-wide economic development and the specific future vision for the Clinton community.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair positions for 2026
• Review of the draft Economic Development Element for the 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of the draft Clinton Subarea Plan
• Proposed LAMIRD code updates for the Clinton area
• Proposed inclusion of the Clinton Wastewater Feasibility Study in the Capital Facilities Plan

The commission approved the January 21, 2026 minutes, recording one abstention. Commissioners elected Steve Schwalbe as chairperson and Julie Jackson as vice‑chairperson. They agreed to forgo the scheduled February 18 meeting and confirmed a joint meeting with the BOCC on February 11.

• Approved Jan 21 minutes (1 abstention)
• Elected Steve Schwalbe chairperson
• Elected Julie Jackson vice‑chairperson
• Agreed to cancel the Feb 18 meeting

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board will hold a 30‑minute informational session on the Washington State University Extension Island County 4‑H program. The presentation will cover the program’s mission, enrollment trends, identified youth needs, and planned goals. No formal action, motion, or budget change is requested; the item is marked informational only. This discussion is part of the February 4, 2026 work session.

• 30‑minute informational presentation on the Island County 4‑H program
• Review of youth mental‑health, drug/alcohol use, and protective‑factor data
• Outline of program goals and WA HCA grant‑funded initiatives through 2027
• Item marked "None/Informational" with no request to move to consent or regular
• No budget, policy, or contract changes proposed

The Island County Board of Commissioners approved moving the Road Levy certification, the solid waste agreements with Coupeville, Oak Harbor and Langley, the CEDS monitoring report and project list, and the Oak Harbor interlocal annexation agreement to the consent agenda. The interlocal agreement will be scheduled for a public hearing. No other substantive actions were decided in this work session.

• Moved Road Levy certification to consent agenda
• Moved Coupeville, Oak Harbor, and Langley solid waste agreements to consent agenda
• Moved CEDS Monitoring Report & Project List to consent agenda
• Moved Oak Harbor interlocal annexation agreement to consent agenda (to schedule public hearing)

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a continued public hearing on an ordinance regulating speed limits on county roads. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various human services, public health, and public works contracts.

• Continued public hearing on Ordinance C-66-25/R-26-25 regarding county road speed limits
• Contract with Senior Services of Island County for $257,592.10
• Contract amendment with Health Care Authority for $248,798 for jail mental health diversion
• On-call agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for environmental and engineering services up to $300,000
• Scheduling of seven public hearings for water franchise renewals on Camano and Whidbey Islands

The Board unanimously adopted Ordinance C-66-25/R-26-25, which regulates speed limits on county roads and sets the effective date to 30 days after adoption. The agenda and consent agenda were also approved unanimously. Several water franchise renewal public hearings were scheduled for March 2026.

• Adopted Ordinance C-66-25/R-26-25 regulating speed limit on county roads (unanimous vote)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous vote)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (unanimous vote)
• Scheduled public hearing for Camano Vista Water District water franchise renewal on March 17, 2026
• Scheduled public hearing for Driftwood Shores Water System water franchise renewal on March 17, 2026
• Scheduled public hearing for Jordan Acres Association water franchise renewal on March 10, 2026
• Scheduled public hearing for Ledgewood Beach Water District franchise renewal on March 17, 2026
• Scheduled public hearing for Mutiny Sands Club water franchise renewal on March 10, 2026

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will meet in a special session on January 28, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The meeting will focus on an interjurisdictional discussion of public safety with local leaders. The session will be held in the Annex Building, BOCC Hearing Room B‑102 in Coupeville and will also be available via Zoom and telephone.

• Interjurisdictional discussion on public safety

On January 28, 2026, the Island County Board of Commissioners met in a special session to discuss public safety concerning customs and border enforcement. Commissioners Melanie Bacon, Janet St. Clair, and virtual member Jill Johnson were present, along with the county sheriff, prosecuting attorney, and mayors of Oak Harbor, Coupeville, and Langley. The meeting lasted from 12:00 p.m. to 12:48 p.m. No substantive actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Island Local Integrating Organization (ILIO)

The ILIO Executive Committee will approve minutes, consider a motion to endorse an ex‑officio representative and an alternate for the Puget Sound Partnership Ecosystem Coordination Board, and receive updates on the Whidbey Basin cumulative effects evaluation and the OSS Mapping Project. The endorsement request names Jen Schmitz for a new term starting July 1 2026 and Quinn Farr to replace Jessica Reed effective immediately.

• Endorse Jen Schmitz as ex‑officio representative for the Whidbey Basin on the ECB (effective July 1 2026)
• Endorse Quinn Farr to replace Jessica Reed as alternate on the ECB (effective immediately)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of the Cumulative Effects Evaluation in Whidbey Basin project
• Update on the OSS Mapping Project with ESA

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes. It also unanimously approved a motion to endorse Jen Schmitz as an Ex‑Officio member and Quinn Farr as an alternate on the Ecosystem Coordination Board. No other actions were decided.

• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)
• Approved endorsement of Jen Schmitz as Ex‑Officio member and Quinn Farr as alternate on Ecosystem Coordination Board (unanimous)

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization Executive Board will meet to elect a chair and discuss the Island County Comprehensive Plan. The board is scheduled to take action on project programming, a UPWP amendment, and HSTP grant approval.

• Chair elections
• Call for projects for project programming
• Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) amendment
• HSTP grant approval
• Island County Comp Plan presentation

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will receive a safety and risk update, hold a discussion on a shortage of pennies, and conduct a general roundtable discussion. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Safety/Risk Update
• Penny Shortage Discussion
• Roundtable Discussion

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will convene a regular meeting to hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending county code to regulate speed limits on county roads. The meeting will also include a roundtable with elected officials and department heads.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance C-66-25/R-26-25 regulating speed limits on County Roads
• Roundtable with Elected Officials and Department Heads (Virtual)
• Council of Governments meeting cancelled for January 28
• Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization meeting on January 28

The Board heard public testimony on Ordinance C‑66‑25 to regulate speed limits on county roads. By unanimous vote, the hearing was continued to a set date of February 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. No other actions were taken during the session.

• Continued public hearing for Ordinance C‑66‑25 regulating speed limits on county roads (unanimous vote)

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners is holding work sessions to review the 2026 Facilities Work Plan and proposed CPI fee adjustments for solid waste services. These sessions serve as informal workshops to review items before they are scheduled for regular business meetings.

• 2026 Facilities Work Plan including L&J ESCO Modernization ($1.9M) and Ituha Stabilization Center Expansion ($899,190)
• Countywide Parking Lot Resurfacing project ($210,000)
• Proposed solid waste disposal rate increase from $43.30 to $45.33 per ton
• Proposed transportation rate increase from $1,645.00 to $1,722.04 per haul from Coupeville
• Proposed transportation rate increase from $1,805.00 to $1,889.54 per haul from Camano

The Board of Island County Commissioners approved moving two solid‑waste fee adjustments—Solid Waste Long Haul Transportation and Camano Island Recycling—to the consent agenda. The Board also moved the 2024‑2029 Draft 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan to the consent agenda to schedule a public hearing. No other actions were decided in this work session.

• Moved Solid Waste Long Haul Transportation fee adjustments to consent agenda
• Moved Camano Island Recycling fee adjustments to consent agenda
• Moved 2024‑2029 Draft 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan to consent agenda to schedule public hearing

Planning Commission

The Island County Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure‑related changes in the draft Capital Facilities and Utilities, Parks and Recreation, and Transportation Elements of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. The commission will seek public input and aim to confirm that Level of Service standards, the Capital Facilities Plan project list, and related policy changes align with the Board’s vision and housing needs. The meeting is scheduled for January 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom and in the Board of Island County Commissioners Hearing Room.

• Review draft Capital Facilities and Utilities Element (including Capital Facilities Plan)
• Review draft Parks and Recreation Element
• Review draft Transportation Element
• Consider updates to Level of Service standards for solid waste, corrections, trails, and parks
• Consider Capital Facilities Plan project list and funding strategy

The commission approved the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting. No other actions were voted on; the session included public comments, staff reports, and presentations on infrastructure, transportation, and parks. The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m.

• Approved January 14, 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board will discuss new federal HUD guidelines and how they may affect the development of Permanent Supportive Housing. It will also review and vote on Resolution HD-01-26 to designate January 23, 2026 as Maternal Health Awareness Day, and authorize staff to sign legislative testimony for the 2026 session. Additional items include renewing CHAB member Melissa Frasch‑Brown’s three‑year term and planning mobile childhood vaccination clinics.

• HUD funding changes presentation by Emily Wildeman and Lynda Austin, focusing on Permanent Supportive Housing
• Resolution HD-01-26 to proclaim January 23, 2026 as Maternal Health Awareness Day
• Authorization for staff to sign legislative testimony for the 2026 session
• Renewal of Community Health Advisory Board member Melissa Frasch‑Brown’s three‑year term
• Childhood Vaccine Planning discussion on mobile vaccination clinics and CVP application

The Board of Health approved its agenda and the prior meeting minutes without dissent. It unanimously adopted Resolution HD-01-2026, designating January 23, 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Day. The board also unanimously authorized ratification of early‑session testimony and delegated staff authority to sign priority bills, and renewed a three‑year term for Community Health Advisory Board member Melissa Frasci‑Brown.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution HD-01-2026 recognizing Jan 23, 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Day (unanimous)
• Authorized ratification of early‑session testimony and delegated staff authority to sign priority bills (unanimous)
• Renewed 3‑year membership term for CF‑IAB member Melissa Frasci‑Brown (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss investment results and revenue and costs for the External Investment pool (ICTIP) for the fourth quarter of 2025. The meeting includes a review of activity reports, cashflow projections, and portfolio statistics.

• Review of Q4 2025 investment performance and results
• Report on External Investment pool (ICTIP) revenue and costs for Q4 2025
• Review of projected cashflow and interest for January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
• Analysis of investment pool by issuer and broker

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Island County Board of Commissioners will approve pre‑audited vouchers, warrants, electronic funds transfers and payroll. It will also consider an intergovernmental cooperative purchasing agreement with Pierce County for supplies. Two multi‑year consultant agreements—one with Certerra Northwest, LLC for geotechnical engineering and another with Psomas for cultural resource services—each have a maximum allowable amount of $300,000. A $47,614 transfer to the Washington State Department of Transportation for the Clinton to Ken’s Corner Trail Project will also be approved.

• Approve pre‑audited vouchers, warrants, electronic funds transfers, and payroll
• Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Pierce County for supplies, materials, equipment or services
• Consultant agreement with Certerra Northwest, LLC: up to $300,000 for geotechnical engineering and related services (2026‑2028)
• Consultant agreement with Psomas: up to $300,000 for cultural resource surveys and services (2026‑2028)
• Transfer of $47,614 to Washington State DOT for the Clinton to Ken’s Corner Trail Project

The Board approved the meeting agenda as amended by unanimous vote. It also approved the consent agenda by unanimous vote, which includes an intergovernmental purchasing agreement with Pierce County, consultant agreements with Certerra Northwest, LLC and Psomas each up to $300,000, and a $47,614 transfer to the Washington State Department of Transportation for the Clinton to Ken's Corner Trail Project. No regular agenda items or public hearings were scheduled. The meeting recessed for an executive session on a public employee’s qualifications before adjourning.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Consent agenda approved (unanimous)
• Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Pierce County approved (unanimous)
• Consultant agreement with Certerra Northwest, LLC approved (unanimous)
• Consultant agreement with Psomas approved (unanimous)
• Transfer of $47,614 to Washington State DOT for Clinton to Ken's Corner Trail approved (unanimous)

Planning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

Community Health Advisory Board

The Island County Community Health Advisory Board will discuss the new Board of Health governance framework and policy docket process. Items include a review of the BOH policy docket, a discussion of CHAB chair roles, and emerging health topics. The meeting will set next steps for finalizing the 2026 policy docket.

• BOH Policy Docket Review – discussion
• CHAB Chair Discussion – roles and responsibilities
• Review Docket for February Meeting – discussion
• Emerging Topics or Issues – discussion and next steps

The board did not achieve a quorum, so no actions were approved. Review of the November 7, 2025 minutes and several agenda items were postponed to the February meeting. Members were asked to submit feedback on policy priorities by Jan 13. Staff gave updates on housing grants, vacant positions, and flu vaccine availability.

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization

The Technical Advisory Committee will approve its agenda, hear public comments, and discuss the STBG programming and Unified Planning Work Program corrections. The meeting also includes a roundtable discussion before adjourning.

• Approval of meeting agenda
• Public input/comments (up to 3‑minute remarks)
• Discussion of STBG programming
• Discussion of UPWP corrections
• Roundtable discussion

The meeting was deemed unofficial because a quorum was not present at the start. A motion was made and passed to approve an amendment to the UPWP, and the amendment was sent to the Executive Board for further action.

• Meeting deemed unofficial due to lack of quorum
• Approved amendment to UPWP (motion passed, forwarded to Executive Board)

Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions

The Island County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review a proposed two-year contract with the Economic Development Council. The session also includes a discussion on the Public Benefit Rating System (PBRS) Tax program.

• Discussion of Public Benefit Rating System (PBRS) Tax program
• Renewal of 2026-2027 Economic Development Council (EDC) Services Contract
• Review of ongoing departmental updates (Budget, Treasurer, IT, Public Works, HR, Planning)

The Board of Island County Commissioners agreed to place several items on the consent agenda, including the Economic Development Council services contract renewal, an intergovernmental purchasing agreement with Pierce County, a funding supplement for the Clinton to Ken's Corner Trail project, and an interlocal lease agreement with Ebey's Trust Board. The Board also gave direction to Human Resources on recruitment procedures. No other approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

• Economic Development Council 2026‑2027 services contract – moved to consent agenda
• Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with Pierce County – moved to consent agenda
• Clinton to Ken's Corner Trail Project Supplement – moved to consent agenda
• Interlocal Agreement with Ebey's Trust Board – moved to consent agenda
• Board directed HR Director to allow elected officials to begin recruitment for replacement positions, provided they come to the Board before hiring
• Board directed HR Director to bring the laborer position back for approval prior to department interviews
• Public Benefit Rating System tax program discussed – follow‑up appointment to be set
• Penny shortage discussed – follow‑up presentation to be given at January Roundtable

Planning Commission

The Island County Planning Commission will hold a work session to review draft elements and development regulations for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update, focusing on housing policy and code changes.

• Work session on draft Housing and Land Use Elements
• Discussion of development regulations for mixed-use LAMIRDs
• Review of Short Term Rental (STR) policy work
• Consideration of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Review of Rural Cluster housing flexibility

Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several appointments to county boards and commissions. The meeting includes votes on infrastructure contracts and the initiation of three county road and drainage projects. Public hearings are scheduled regarding two sewer distribution system franchise transfers on Whidbey Island.

• Contract with Rainier Asphalt & Concrete for parking lot replacement at 785 SE Bayshore Dr. for $61,325.22
• Agreement with WA State Office of Public Defense for $116,029.79
• Freeland Chamber of Commerce contract for operations/events for $50,490
• Initiation of 2026 Whidbey Island Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Overlays, Race Road Fish Passage Culvert replacement, and Shore Meadows Road Outfall replacement
• Approval to hear approximately 46 property tax appeals

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included several contracts and service agreements, and also approved three infrastructure resolutions for road and drainage work. In addition, two sewer franchise transfers were approved without public comment.

• Approved consent agenda covering vouchers, service agreements and contracts (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Rainier Asphalt & Concrete for $61,325.22 parking lot replacement at 785 SE Bayshore Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with WA State Office of Public Defense for $116,029.79 legal representation (unanimous)
• Approved $50,490 payment to Freeland Chamber of Commerce for 2% hotel‑motel tourism sales tax (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution C-01-26 to start Whidbey Island hot‑mix asphalt overlay project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution C-02-26 to replace Race Road Fish Passage culvert #1893 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution C-03-26 to replace Shore Meadows Road outfall (unanimous)
• Approved franchise transfer PW2024-0208 and renewal PW2024-0209 for two sewer distribution systems (unanimous)

Council of Governments