Island County public meetings in 2022
41 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council of Governments
The Council approved the meeting minutes from October 26, 2022. The meeting adjourned early due to a lack of quorum after a presentation on FCC Mapping and a review of 2023 discussion topics.
- Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners approved funding for the Craig McKenzie Team 2% Hotel-Motel Lodging Tax application. Several other items, including planning commission appointments and a jail commissary fund resolution, were moved to the consent agenda. The Board also reviewed 2023 work plans for GSA/Budget and DEI.
- Approved funding for Craig McKenzie Team 2% Hotel-Motel Lodging Tax Application
- Agreed to apply for Broadband grant
- Moved appointment of Mr. Kiga to Planning Commission to consent agenda
- Moved reappointments of Steve Schwalbe and William Criswell to Planning Commission to consent agenda
- Moved resolution to establish Jail Commissary Fund to consent agenda
- Moved Ordinance No. C- -22 (Open Space Rating System) to regular agenda
- Directed staff to provide monitoring plan for insurance requirements regarding franchise renewals
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners appointed a new chair and approved 2023 legislative priorities and committee assignments. The board also approved a wide range of consent agenda items, including several contracts, lease renewals, and grant agreements.
- Appointed Commissioner St. Clair as 2023 Chair of Board of County Commissioners
- Approved 2023 Island County Legislative Priorities (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 Committee Assignments (unanimous)
- Approved $131,403.96 lease renewal for Island County Elections through 2025
- Approved $95,408.28 lease renewal for WSU Extension through 2025
- Approved $525,141 contract with Low Income Housing Institute for Harbor Inn Project
- Approved $588,000 grant for Criminal Justice Renovation and Behavioral Health Upgrade Project
- Approved $134,750 contract for 2023 Economic Development Services
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board decided the distribution of 2% Hotel-Motel Lodging Funds, including funding for the Island County Chambers of Commerce and a partial grant for the Greater Freeland Chamber of Commerce. Most other items, including lease renewals and grant acceptances, were moved forward to the consent agenda for future action. The Board also directed studies on the vacation of several road right-of-ways.
- Approved funding for Island County Chambers of Commerce Regenerative Tourism Guide via 2% Hotel-Motel Lodging Funds
- Approved funding for Greater Freeland Chamber of Commerce grant at 80% of original amount (2-1)
- Denied funding for Craig Mckenzie Team Foundation for 2023 2% Hotel-Motel Lodging Funds
- Directed study of right-of-way vacations for Moran Road, Lincoln Street, Hansen St/S. Hill St/Bonanza Alley, and Mutiny Sands Road
- Moved 2023 Road Levy certification and Storm and Surface Water utility loan reissue to consent agenda
- Moved lease renewals for WSU Extension and Island County Elections to consent agenda
- Moved Department of Commerce grant for Criminal Justice Renovation and Behavioral Health Update to consent agenda
- Moved contract for Harbor Inn short-term stay housing (up to $525,141) to consent agenda
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board adopted Resolution C-85-22 to establish the 2023 Annual Review Docket for Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Other actions included approving property tax appeal hearings and several professional service contracts.
- Adopted Resolution C-85-22 establishing the 2023 Annual Review Docket for Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Unanimous)
- Approved request for Board of Equalization to hear property tax appeals (Unanimous)
- Approved $375,000 Interagency Agreement with Puget Sound Partnership (2-1)
- Approved $300,000 consultant agreement with Reichhardt & Ebe Engineering, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved $300,000 consultant agreement with Davido Consulting Group, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved pre-audited bills of $3,735,764.14 and payroll of $862,800.94 (Unanimous)
Board of Health
The Board of Health appointed Commissioner Jill Johnson as Chair for 2023. The board also approved three agreements, including two contract amendments with the WA State Dept. of Health and an interlocal agreement with the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department.
- Approved October 18, 2022 Regular Session Minutes (unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner Jill Johnson as Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved Consolidated Contract CLH31012 Amendment No. 10 with WA State Dept. of Health for DCHS-ELC COVID-19 Response, FPHA, and PHEP programs (unanimous)
- Approved Consolidated Contract CLH31012 Amendment No. 2 with WA State Dept. of Health for COVID-19 LHJ Vaccination ARPA (unanimous)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department for Provider Resources Website (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2023 budget for Island County and Diking District No. 4. The board also approved three property tax levy increases for the 2023 tax year.
- Adopted Resolution C-75-22 for the Fiscal Year 2023 Island County and Diking District No. 4 Budget (Unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance C-76-22 increasing the County Current Expense Property Tax Levy (Unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance C-77-22 increasing the County Roads Property Tax Levy (Unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance C-78-22 increasing the County Conservation Futures Property Tax Levy (2-1)
Community Health Advisory Board
The board approved the draft workplan for 2023 and elected a new chair for the coming year. Members also directed staff to draft a letter regarding new responsibilities from HB 1152. An Equity Committee request was postponed to January 2023.
- Approved October 2022 meeting minutes
- Elected Nathan Welever as CHAB chair for 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 draft workplan
- Postponed Equity Committee request until January 2023
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners held a special session to authorize the acquisition of a specific parcel in Oak Harbor. The Board approved wiring funds to complete the transaction.
- Approved wiring funds not to exceed $2,152,507.69 to Guardian Northwest Title & Escrow for the acquisition of parcel R13203-110-1730 at 1215 Swantown Ave., Oak Harbor (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda including several drainage projects and professional service contracts for roads. The board also approved payroll and vouchers totaling over $5.4 million.
- Approved $3,975,174.53 in pre-audited bills and $890,640.29 in payroll
- Approved Resolution C-80-22 to adjust salary for the Prosecuting Attorney and Sheriff
- Approved $418,000 bid award to Elcon Corporation for Camano Island Snow Gates Project
- Approved four drainage projects: Midvale Road, East Harbor Road, Freeland Main St., and Swantown Lake Tide Gate
- Approved $300,000 geotechnical engineering agreement with Aspect Consulting, LLC
- Approved $200,000 transportation planning agreement with DKS Associates, Inc.
- Approved $200,000 right-of-way appraisal agreement with Appraisal Solutions Northwest, Inc.
- Approved $50,000 funding increase for Public Health - Natural Resources project
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners held a special session to attend the SWISS County Leaders Conference Breakfast. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded during this session.
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The document is a notice regarding a special session from November 14 to November 16, 2022. It states that Board members may attend the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) County Leaders conference in Renton, WA.
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners reviewed several funding agreements and planning ordinances during a work session. No final approvals were made; instead, the Board determined which items would move to the consent or regular agendas for future meetings.
- Moved Shore Friendly Program contract amendment (adding $50,000) to consent agenda
- Moved Island LIO-FFY 2023-2025 Funding agreement to regular agenda
- Moved Tacoma-Pierce Health Department partner agreement to consent agenda
- Moved Resolution No. C-22 (2023 Annual Review Docket for Comprehensive Plan Amendments) to regular agenda
- Moved Ordinance No. C-22 (ICC Chapter 16.06 Amendments) to regular agenda for January 2023
- Cancelled scheduled 3:00 p.m. Executive Session
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board approved a petition to open the Ander Park Road right-of-way and authorized several contracts for rent assistance and website upgrades. Public hearings for the 2023 budget and three property tax levy ordinances were scheduled for December 5, 2022.
- Approved petition to open County Road Right-of-Way for Ander Park Road (unanimous)
- Approved $511,151 contract amendment for Eviction Rent Assistance Program 2.0 (unanimous)
- Approved $27,628.40 purchase of CivicPlus/Civic Engage Website Solution (unanimous)
- Approved $23,063 purchase of CivicPlus/CivicOptimize Website Forms Solution (unanimous)
- Scheduled public hearing for Resolution C-75-22 (2023 Budget) for Dec 5, 2022
- Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance C-76-22 (Current Expense Property Tax Levy) for Dec 5, 2022
- Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance C-77-22 (County Roads Property Tax Levy) for Dec 5, 2022
- Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance C-78-22 (Conservation Futures Property Tax Levy) for Dec 5, 2022
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board held a work session to review 2023 work plans across multiple county departments, including Public Works, HR, IT, and Public Health. The Board agreed to move a Noxious Weed Control Board appointment to the consent agenda. One formal motion was passed regarding the payment of vouchers.
- Authorized Island County Auditor to pay vouchers for the week of December 20th and 27th (Unanimous)
- Agreed to move Noxious Weed Control Board committee appointment to the consent agenda
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners approved updated tipping fees for solid waste and septage. They also authorized several multi-year professional service contracts for public works and approved a water distribution franchise renewal.
- Adopted Resolution C-74-22 for Solid Waste and Septage Tipping Fees (unanimous)
- Approved Franchise Renewal No. PW2022-0103 for Sandy Point Owners Association water system (unanimous)
- Approved $300,000 contract with Reid Middleton, Inc. for traffic, signal, and civil engineering (unanimous)
- Approved $300,000 contract with GeoEngineers, Inc. for environmental and geotechnical services (unanimous)
- Approved $300,000 contract with Coastal Geologic Services, Inc. for coastal processes (unanimous)
- Approved $200,000 contract with Cascade Right-of-Way Services, Inc. for right-of-way negotiation (unanimous)
- Approved 10-year drainage agreement with Whidbey Golf Club for $6,500 annual fee (unanimous)
- Continued public hearing on Ander Park Road right-of-way petition to November 8, 2022
Council of Governments
The Council approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting. Members discussed local legislative priorities and 2023 session expectations with legislators. The Council decided to cancel the November 23, 2022 meeting and schedule a Special Session for November 30, 2022.
- Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Cancelled November 23, 2022 meeting
- Scheduled Special Session for November 30, 2022
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners met in a special session to attend the Snohomish, Whatcom, Island, Skagit, and San Juan County (SWISS) Regional Partnership Meeting. No substantive decisions were recorded.
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners approved the county's six-year Capital Improvement Program and a water distribution line franchise renewal. The board also approved several professional services contracts and public health amendments via a consent agenda.
- Adopted Resolution C-67-22 (R-34-22) for the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)
- Approved Franchise Renewal PW2022-0013 for Beverly Beach Improvement Club water distribution line (unanimous)
- Approved $300,000 contract with Herman Traffic Engineering Inc. for traffic signal/roundabout design (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Paul Schissler Associates, Inc. for affordable housing technical assistance not to exceed $50,000 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. C-72-22 for affordable housing grant signing authority (unanimous)
- Approved two contract amendments with WA State Dept of Health for public health services (unanimous)
- Approved pre-audited bills of $588,219.88 and other financial vouchers (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners Regular & Special Sessions
The Board of Island County Commissioners met in a special session for a budget workshop to continue discussion and review of supplemental requests and finalize the preliminary 2023 budget. No votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was procedural only.
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to review ongoing issues with various county departments. A primary item for discussion was a grant agreement for the Sheriff's Office to fund homeland security operations.
- Grant E23-060: $97,500 from the Washington State Military Department for Homeland Security Grant Stonegarden
- Grant funds intended for overtime, equipment, fuel, maintenance, travel, and M&A for Department of Homeland Security operations
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners will review an inter-local agreement with Kitsap County. This agreement establishes a cooperative process for conducting investigations into unexpected deaths of individuals held in jail.
- Inter-Local Agreement with Kitsap County regarding unexpected fatality reviews (RCW 70.48.510)
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is holding work sessions with various departments to review ongoing issues. Key items include a funding agreement for forest conservation and a request to create a new solid waste position.
- Proposed $650,000 Conservation Futures Funds grant to Whidbey Camano Land Trust for the Lagoon Point Community Forest Acquisition Project
- Request to approve a new full-time Solid Waste Technician 2 position at the Coupeville Transfer Station
- Discussion of Washington State Association of Counties- SWISS Outcomes
- Work session with Community Development and Long Range Planning
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The committee will conduct training and review the process for scoring standards and 2023 funding priorities. Members will also review a draft contract and the 2023 application process.
- Review of 2023 DRAFT contract
- Discussion of 2023 funding priorities
- Timeline for applicant presentations on September 14th
- Timeline for fund disbursement review on September 28th
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners will meet for work sessions regarding facilities management and human services. Discussions include infrastructure repairs at the Jail and Annex, as well as a contract for developmental disability employment services.
- Jail generator replacement estimated at $322,590.00
- Replacement of jail transfer switches estimated between $9,500 and $20,000 per switch
- Camano Island Animal Shelter roof repair total cost of $38,650.00
- Jail intake body scanner project grant of $194,000.00
- Human Services contract with Washington Initiative for Supported Employment up to $28,000
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review ongoing issues with various county departments. A primary item for discussion is the approval of a software-as-a-service contract for the Superior Court's jury management system.
- Contract for Jury Management Services with Tyler Technologies
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners will review several department work sessions. The Human Services division is presenting two contract proposals regarding consulting services for developmental disability employment success.
- Contract HS-01-22 with Able Opportunities for up to $10,000
- Contract HS-02-22 with Fox Associates Consultation, LLC for up to $10,000
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is conducting informal workshops with various county departments to review ongoing projects and issues. These sessions serve as a preliminary review before items are scheduled for regular business meetings.
- Appointment request for Rose Olson to the Sno-Isle Intercounty Rural Library District Board
- Public Works updates on the Barnum Point Parking Lot Expansion and Freeland Park emergency repairs
- Public Works status of the Main Street & Harbor Avenue Compact Roundabout
- IT network overhaul including fiber circuit proposals from Ziply Fiber
- IT infrastructure upgrades for the BOCC conference room and Superior Court rooms
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is holding work sessions to discuss regional behavioral health services and public works infrastructure planning. The body is reviewing a three-year update for the North Sound Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization and addressing an unpaid paving invoice from the City of Langley.
- Discussion of North Sound BH-ASO 2022 adopted operating budget of $38,951,174
- Proposed reduction of $48,031.84 for a City of Langley paving invoice to resolve a balance of $9,410.45
- Discussion regarding a grant writing position for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
- Review of the draft 2023-2028 Island County Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan
- Appointment request from Vicky McFarlane for the Ferry Advisory Board
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a 2022 legislative session report from Gordon Thomas Honeywell. The report details state funding secured for county projects and broader legislative impacts on local governments.
- $3.52 million for the Clinton to Ken’s Corner Trail
- $200,000 for an intake body scanner for the Island County Jail
- Full state funding for ferry capital and operating costs
- Review of 2022 supplemental operating, capital, and transportation budgets
- Discussion of priorities for the 2023 legislative session
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a proposal to increase signature authority for Public Works managerial positions. The board is also discussing three Conservation Futures Fund applications for land acquisition and park maintenance.
- Proposed signature authority increases for Public Works managers, ranging from $3,000 to $50,000
- Request for $650,000 for the Lagoon Point Community Forest acquisition
- Request for $125,000 to expand English Boom Park on Moore Road
- Request for $100,000 for Island County Parks maintenance and operations
- Discussion of 2022 Conservation Futures Fund revenue totaling $772,500
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to review departmental updates. A primary focus was the update of Right-of-Way Procedures for Island County Real Property Acquisition to comply with WSDOT and federal guidelines.
- Updated Right-of-Way Procedures for Island County Real Property Acquisition
- Island Senior Resources update
- Review of Administrative Settlement Policy and Administrative Offer Summary (AOS) for properties valued up to $25,000
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to review departmental updates. The Sheriff's Office presented a $92,500 grant from the Health Care Authority to fund one full-time position for inmate counseling.
- RSAT Grant for Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program: $92,500.00
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review proposed amendments to the 2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Plan and Clean Water Utility Plan. The session includes discussions on road safety projects, park expansions, and infrastructure repairs.
- Proposed $1.54 million for Woodland Beach Road Drainage Repair
- Proposed $2 million for Scatchet Head Deep Culvert Replacements
- Request for $225,000 in REET funds for Freeland Park dock repair
- Request for $30,000 in REET funds for Freeland Park erosion repair assessments
- Discussion on acquiring the Brock Property to expand English Boom Park
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of Commissioners will review several departmental updates including facilities, human resources, and information technology. A primary focus is the discussion of draft code changes regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as part of housing element implementation.
- Discussion of draft code changes to Island County Code Chapters 17.03, 17.04A, and 17.06 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Review of Law Library move
- Discussion of Sustainability Manager position
- Update on Mask Mandates for Employers
- Cyber Security - Multi-Factor Authentication discussion
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of Commissioners will meet for work sessions to review departmental issues. Discussions include a presentation on ClearGov budget software and the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
- Human Services: Request for increase in credit card limit for Diversion card
- Budget Office: Presentation on ClearGov Budget software
- Budget Office: Discussion on ARPA funds for Affordable Housing
- Budget Office: Discussion on use of ARPA funds not related to Affordable Housing
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of Commissioners will review an annual renewal for the Whatcom County Mini-Chain service. This agreement provides Island County with inmate transportation along the I-5 corridor.
- Annual renewal of inmate transport contract with Whatcom County Sheriff's Office
- $6,145.00 annual compensation for Island County's share of transport services
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session to review ongoing issues with various departments and officials. The meeting includes informational updates and a discussion regarding a committee appointment.
- Snohomish Conservation District update
- Housing Authority of Island County update
- Law and Justice Committee appointment discussion
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of Commissioners will review a petition from Eagle Development Group Inc. LLC to open unopened county rights-of-way for Remora Road, Chestnut St, and Willow Ln. Additionally, the Board will discuss a new community septic system franchise application for Maple Grove Septic Operations, Inc.
- Petition by Eagle Development Group Inc. LLC to open unopened County Right of Way along Remora Road, Chestnut St, and Willow Ln
- Franchise application for Maple Grove Septic Operations, Inc. covering Maple Grove Beach, Maple Grove Beach 2, Maple Grove Beach 3, and Maple Grove Beach Add 1
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a work session to receive a tourism update and review several committee appointments. The session includes scheduled time for the Commissioner's Office, Public Works, Treasurer, Community Development, and Human Services.
- Whidbey & Camano Islands Tourism update regarding a $30,000 contract with the Transformational Travel Council
- Reappointment request for Renee Mueller to the Civil Service Commission
- Appointment request for Max Lindsay-Thorsen to the Joint Administration Board
- Reappointment request for Alerd Johnson to the Northwest Workforce Council
Board of County Commissioners Work Sessions
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the 2022 General Services Administration (GSA) workplan. The body is also reviewing a grant for indigent defense services and an agreement with WSU Cooperative Extension.
- Grant agreement for $57,719.00 from the Washington State Office of Public Defense for indigent defense services
- Amendment to WSU Interlocal Agreement for 2022-23 educational programs including Master Gardeners and 4-H
- Proposed 2022 GSA Workplan including GovQA implementation and a potential full-time Public Records Officer hire
- Proposed transition of the Purchasing Card Program from KeyBank to US Bank
- Discussion of updating County Code for procurement policy based on SAO exit recommendations