San Juan County public meetings in 2025

General

The San Juan County Council will hold a closed executive session to discuss collective bargaining matters. Afterwards, the council will consider a resolution ratifying the 2026‑2028 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1849. The council will also consider a resolution adopting county staffing levels and the associated pay and benefit plans for 2026.

• Executive Session (closed) to discuss collective bargaining per RCW 42.30.140(4)(b)
• Resolution to ratify the 2026‑2028 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1849
• Resolution to adopt county staffing levels and 2026 pay and benefit plans

County Council Special Session

The San Juan County Council will consider a resolution to ratify the collective bargaining agreement reached with AFSCME Local 1849 for 2026‑2028. They will also discuss a resolution adopting county staffing levels, pay, and benefit plans for 2026. An executive session will be held to discuss collective‑bargaining matters under RCW 42.30.140(4)(b). Public comment is limited to three minutes per participant.

• Resolution to ratify the 2026‑2028 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1849
• Resolution to adopt county staffing levels, pay, and benefit plans for 2026
• Executive session on collective‑bargaining matters per RCW 42.30.140(4)(b)
• Consent agenda item: Columbia Policy Advisors contract for 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Eastsound Subarea Plan code amendments that propose a minimum density for village commercial areas. The commission will also review and adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the November 21, 2025 meeting, receive an update from DCD Director Sev Jones, and consider the 2025 annual report and 2026 work plan.

• Public hearing on Eastsound Subarea Plan code amendments for Village Commercial Minimum Density
• Confirm agenda
• Approve minutes of November 21, 2025 meeting
• Update from DCD Director Sev Jones
• Review Planning Commission Annual Report 2025 and Annual Workplan 2026

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees will meet on December 19, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. to review a Memorandum of Understanding proposed by the SJI Community Foundation. The board will discuss whether to adopt the MOU. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Review and potential adoption of the SJI Community Foundation’s Memorandum of Understanding

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a special meeting to continue the public hearing that began on November 26, 2025. The hearing concerns a shoreline substantial development permit for a dock at Hunter Bay, located on Crab Island Rd on Lopez Island (File LANDUSE-24-0103). The meeting will be streamed live and also held in‑person in the County Council Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street.

• Shoreline substantial development permit (File LANDUSE-24-0103) for a dock at Hunter Bay, Crab Island Rd, Lopez Island

County Council

The San Juan County Council will meet to approve financial warrants, introduce a new employee, and hold public hearings on a 2025 budget amendment and a surplus gravel sale on Waldron Island. The meeting also includes discussions on a 32-hour work week, America 250 participation, and cold weather shelter funding.

• Public Hearing: 3rd Budget Amendment and two proposed ordinances revising the 2025 budget
• Public Hearing: Resolution regarding surplus gravel on Waldron Island
• Approval of warrants issued the week of December 1, 2025
• Approval of interfund transfers issued in November 2025
• Introduction of Rachel Dietzman as Project Manager for Beaverton Trail, Land Bank

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to conduct an all‑day design charette. Board members, library staff, the steering committee and consultants will participate to develop design concepts. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• All‑day design charette with board, staff, steering committee and consultants

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will discuss several environmental topics, including jet noise mitigation, eDNA monitoring, and vessel impacts. A presentation on a first‑touch generative AI policy will be reviewed. The council will consider revenue‑generating strategies for the Environmental Stewardship department. The meeting includes a discussion/action item on the Oil Spill Response Working Group with the Islands Trust.

• Discussion: Jet Noise Mitigation Presentation
• Discussion: eDNA Presentation
• Discussion: Vessel Impacts Presentation
• Discussion: 1st touch Generative AI Policy
• Discussion/Action: Oil Spill Response Working Group with Islands Trust

Fair Board

The Fair Board will meet to discuss new business regarding exhibitor awards and old business concerning ticket price reviews. The meeting also includes reports from the Council Liaison and 4-H Director.

• Review of ticket prices
• Discussion of exhibitor awards
• Fairgrounds events update

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from staff and agencies regarding environmental stewardship and health. The body will discuss the Integrated Water Resource Management Plan and eDNA survey results.

• eDNA Survey Results
• Integrated Water Resource Management Plan
• Fall Riparian Projects update
• CW/Marine Interfund Transfer update
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider a new board member application and review the department handbook. It will also receive updates on the current budget and on capital projects. No other items are listed.

• New board member application
• Review of department handbook
• Budget update
• Capital projects update

Ferry Advisory Committee

The Ferry Advisory Committee will review the priority tracking sheet and receive updates on recent service disruptions and ticketing software. The council will present the Essential Provider Reservation Policy. The meeting will include a discussion of terminal updates.

• Review Priority Tracking Sheet
• WSF Updates – service disruptions and ticketing/reservation software
• Council Update – Essential Provider Reservation Policy
• Terminal Updates

Board of Health

The Board of Health will approve the meeting agenda, minutes, and member absences. It will hear presentations on youth prevention programs, countywide prevention work and budget updates, an avian influenza update, and individual health insurance matters. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, and member absences
• Youth prevention program presentations
• Countywide prevention work and budget updates
• Avian influenza update
• Discussion of individual health insurance

The board approved the meeting agenda by agreement. The board approved the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting after a motion was carried. The board deferred review of a draft letter supporting the West Coast Alliance science‑based immunization approach to the January meeting.

• Agenda approved by agreement
• Minutes of Oct 15, 2025 approved (motion carried)
• Review of draft immunization support letter deferred to Jan meeting

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold public hearings on the 2026 annual budget and updates to the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider a five-year homeless plan and a development agreement for affordable housing on San Juan Island.

• Proposed 2026 Annual Budget and 2026-2031 Six Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Development Agreement for Argyle Lots Property for affordable housing
• Adoption of a Five-Year Homeless Plan
• Ordinance updating the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan and Official Maps
• 2026 Annual Budget for Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District

The council approved the 2026 County budget and adopted several resolutions, including an affordable‑housing development agreement for the Argyle Lots, a five‑year homeless plan, and a five‑year capital‑improvement plan. They also adopted an ordinance updating the comprehensive plan, rejected a proposed Roche Harbor Master map amendment, and created a Cultural Access Review Board. All motions passed with unanimous votes except the map amendment, which was rejected 2‑0.

• Adopted Resolution authorizing Argyle Lots affordable‑housing development agreement (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Resolution adopting five‑year Homeless Plan (ALL AYES)
• Rejected Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Office Map Amendment (2:0, Paulsen opposed)
• Adopted Ordinance updating 2025 periodic Comprehensive Plan (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Resolution updating 2026 Annual Capital Improvement Plan and approving 2026‑2031 plan (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Ordinance adopting 2026 County budget (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Resolution adopting Criminal Justice Treatment Account Plan for FY 2026‑2027 (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Resolution establishing a Cultural Access Review Board (ALL AYES)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold a question and answer session with the Assessor. The board will also determine the final confirmation of the hearing start date.

• Question and Answer period with Assessor
• Final Confirmation of Hearing Start Date

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees will meet to approve officers for 2026, review staff reports, and discuss ongoing library design projects. The meeting will be held in person at the Library’s Meeting Room and via Zoom.

• Approve 2026 Officers
• Review staff reports (Director, Assistant Director, Youth Services, IT, Financial)
• Discuss All-Day Design Workshop and Steering Committee
• Review bills and payroll
• Friends of the Library report and delegate selection

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will meet on December 8, 2025 in Friday Harbor. The agenda includes a manager report, a discussion of board roles, and a proposal review and decision. Public comment will follow the decision.

• Human Services Manager and Coordinator reporting
• Discussion of board roles moving forward
• Proposal review and decision
• Public comment period

Noxious Weed Control Board

The San Juan County Noxious Weed Control Board will meet to approve minutes, elect officers, and discuss weed disposal and budget updates. The meeting will be held remotely via Teams and at the Orcas Senior Center.

• Nomination and Election of 2026 Officers
• Review and approval of meeting minutes for October 3 and November 7, 2025
• Weed disposal discussion with transfer station operators
• Budget update
• Presentation and discussion of the monthly report

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 3 and November 7, 2025 meetings. Adam Martin was elected Chair, Todd Goldsmith re‑elected Vice‑Chair, and Jim Frampton elected Secretary for the 2026 term. All votes were unanimous. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October and November minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Adam Martin as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Todd Goldsmith as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Frampton as Secretary (unanimous)

Veterans Advisory Board

The board will verify quorum and approve the agenda. It will approve the June meeting minutes, welcome visitors and new members, provide a VAB update, review action items, and then adjourn.

• Approve June minutes
• Welcome new members
• VAB update
• Action item review
• Adjournment

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Resources Committee will review fundraising and revenue strategies for its marine program. Members will also plan work for 2026, covering projects such as plastic reduction, vessel prevention, and eelgrass protection. Two expert presentations will address environmental effects of marine renewable energy and tidal energy on marine mammals.

• Fundraising planning and revenue strategy discussion for MRC marine program
• 2026 work planning covering Plastic Free Salish Sea, Derelict Vessel Prevention, Eelgrass Protection, Oil Spill Preparedness, Marine Stewardship, Vessel Surveys, and Advisory Actions
• Presentation on environmental effects of marine renewable energy by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
• Presentation on tidal energy impacts on marine mammals by SMRU Consulting
• Public comment session and how‑to guidance for MRC members

The MRC voted unanimously to create a Sustainable Funding for Marine Resource Stewardship subcommittee, naming Mike, Olivia, Charles, Adam, Flora, and Christina as members. The subcommittee will include community members and business owners as advised. Additional action items were assigned: Karin and Katie will distribute Ridwell program information, and Frankie will circulate the Puget Sound State of the Sound report.

• Approved creation of Sustainable Funding for Marine Resource Stewardship subcommittee (all in favor)
• Assigned Karin and Katie to distribute Ridwell program information
• Tasked Frankie to send the Puget Sound State of the Sound report to members

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will review the current Good Cause waivers, establish a deadline for submitting those waivers, and finalize a list of questions to be sent to the Assessor. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Review current Good Cause waivers
• Set deadline for Good Cause waivers
• Finalize questions for the Assessor

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will consider a Development Code Amendment that changes the village center (VC) density range from 4‑40 to 12‑40 units per acre for consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. The committee will also discuss landscaping requirements for the Kidder Way Housing Project and review several permit applications, including a modular tiny‑home project on Sunset Ave and a preliminary long‑plat on Rose Street. Additional items include an annual report, work plan, and a council update.

• Development Code Amendment: change VC density from 4‑40 to 12‑40 units/acre
• Kidder Way Housing Project – landscaping requirements
• Permit BUILD‑25‑0246: modular tiny home replacement on Sunset Ave
• Permit LANDUSE‑25‑0095: preliminary long plat on Rose Street
• Kidder Way OPAL Housing – planting plan alternative

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee approved the October 2025 minutes as written. No other formal actions were adopted; the meeting focused on public comments, updates to the comprehensive plan, budget reductions, and upcoming reports.

• Approved October 2025 minutes as written

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review the previous year’s lodging‑tax meetings and actions and consider preliminary edits to the application form. The committee will confirm meeting dates for 2026 and set a timeline for the next round of lodging‑tax applications and reviews. A discussion of the year‑end report that will be submitted to the County Council is also scheduled.

• Review of last year’s lodging‑tax meetings and actions, plus preliminary edits to the application form
• Confirm meeting dates for 2026
• Set timeline for the next round of lodging‑tax applications and review
• Discussion of the year‑end report due to the County Council

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee agreed on the 2026 meeting calendar, scheduling the first meeting for February 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and establishing a monthly cadence on the first Wednesday of each month. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Set first 2026 meeting for Feb 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.; schedule monthly meetings on first Wednesdays

County Council Special Session

The San Juan County Council will hold a public comment period followed by several ordinance considerations. Council members will discuss an update to the Comprehensive Plan and official maps, a Healthy Shorelines funding opportunity, and a Solid Waste Management Plan to be submitted to the Department of Ecology. The meeting will also consider adopting the County’s 2026 budget, including estimated revenues and appropriations.

• Ordinance to update and amend the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan and official maps (Growth Management Act)
• Discussion of a Puget Sound Partnership Healthy Shorelines funding opportunity
• Review and approval of the Solid Waste Management Plan for submission to the Washington Department of Ecology
• Ordinance adopting the San Juan County Budget for FY 2026 with revenue and appropriation estimates

The council approved its agenda and moved two public hearings on the Comprehensive Plan and the 2026 budget to December 9, 2025. It approved seeking a Puget Sound Partnership Healthy Shorelines grant and approved the Draft 2025 Solid Waste Management Plan for submission to the Department of Ecology. All motions carried with unanimous support.

• Approved agenda as presented (no vote tally provided)
• Continued Comprehensive Plan public hearing to Dec 9, 2025
• Approved pursuit of Puget Sound Partnership Healthy Shorelines grant (all ayes)
• Approved Draft 2025 Solid Waste Management Plan for Ecology submission (all ayes)
• Continued 2026 budget public hearing to Dec 9, 2025

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will consider two items during the public hearing session. First, a resolution to update the 2026 Annual Capital Improvement Plan and approve the 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Capital Improvement Plan. Second, an ordinance to adopt the Biennial Budget for fiscal years 2026‑2027, including estimated revenues and appropriations.

• Resolution to update the 2026 Annual Capital Improvement Plan and approve the 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance adopting the Biennial Budget for 2026‑2027 with estimated revenues and appropriations

The council approved the agenda without amendment. Two ordinances—updating the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan and adopting the 2026‑2027 biennial budget—were postponed to a public hearing on December 2, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Postponed Capital Improvement Plan ordinance hearing to Dec 2, 2025
• Postponed Biennial Budget ordinance hearing to Dec 2, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 12:32 PM

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings regarding three land use applications. These include a request to reduce the number of lots in a plat and two shoreline-related permits.

• Long plat alteration by Peter and Cherie Christensen to reduce lots from 19 to 4 north of Midway Rd, Shaw Island
• Shoreline variance for septic system repair by Curman Baier on Broken Point Rd, Shaw Island
• Shoreline substantial development permit for a Public Works dock at Hunter Bay, Crab Island Rd, Lopez Island

County Council

The San Juan County Council will vote on a $400,000 four‑year interfund loan from Clean Water Utility Funds to the Environmental Stewardship Fund. It will also hear three ordinances that set 2026 property‑tax levies for land‑conservation futures, county roads, and current expenses, plus an ordinance to update the Comprehensive Plan and official maps. Additional items include resolutions on legislative priorities, an updated attorney‑fee schedule, and budget reviews for the 2026‑2027 biennium.

• Ordinance setting 2026 property‑tax levy for Land Conservation Futures
• Ordinance setting 2026 property‑tax levy for County Roads
• Ordinance setting 2026 property‑tax levy for Current Expense
• Resolution authorizing $400,000 interfund loan to Environmental Stewardship Fund
• Resolution adopting updated Attorney Fee Schedule for Assigned Counsel

The San Juan County Council approved three ordinances setting the 2026 property tax levy for land conservation futures, county roads, and current expenses, each passing with all votes in favor. The Council also adopted resolutions for its 2026 legislative priorities, an updated attorney fee schedule, and a $400,000 inter‑fund loan. Additionally, it directed the Auditor's Office to present a one‑year balanced budget for 2026 and scheduled public hearings for budget amendments and surplus gravel sales.

• Adopted Ordinance setting Property Tax Levy for Land Conservation Futures for 2026 (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Ordinance setting Property Tax Levy for County Roads for 2026 (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Ordinance setting Property Tax Levy for Current Expense for 2026 (ALL AYES)
• Approved Resolution setting County Council's 2026 Legislative Priorities (ALL AYES)
• Approved Resolution adopting Updated Attorney Fee Schedule for Assigned Counsel (ALL AYES)
• Approved $400,000 four‑year interfund loan from Clean Water Utility Funds to Environmental Stewardship Fund (ALL AYES)
• Directed Auditor's Office to present a one‑year balanced budget for 2026 at Dec 1 public hearing (ALL AYES)
• Set public hearing for Dec 16, 2025 to consider two ordinances amending the 2025 budget (ALL AYES)

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will meet on November 21, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. in the County Council Hearing Room. The commission will receive a briefing on Eastsound Subarea Plan code amendments for village commercial minimum density. It will also receive a briefing on designating a Mineral Resource Lands Overlay on the Comprehensive Plan official maps. Standard administrative items include confirming the agenda and reviewing minutes from October 17, 2025.

• Briefing on Eastsound Subarea Plan code amendments for village commercial minimum density
• Briefing on designating a Mineral Resource Lands Overlay on the Comprehensive Plan official maps
• Confirm agenda (administrative)
• Review minutes of October 17, 2025 (administrative)

The Planning Commission approved the October 17, 2025 meeting minutes with four yes votes and one abstention. By consensus the commission set a hearing on the Eastsound Subarea Plan Code Amendments for Village Commercial Minimum Density for its regular meeting on December 19, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 17, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Scheduled hearing on Eastsound Subarea Plan Code Amendments for Dec 19, 2025 (consensus)

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will hold virtual subcommittee meetings on groundwater and surface water. The groundwater subcommittee will review updates on Hannah Heights, a USGS groundwater recharge study, and the 2024 Lopez monitoring report. The surface water subcommittee will discuss the Fisherman Bay/Lopez Village stormwater project, a comprehensive plan minority report, and county erosion and sediment BMPs. Public comment will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Hannah Heights update (groundwater subcommittee)
• USGS Groundwater Recharge Study update
• 2024 Lopez Monitoring Report
• Fisherman Bay/Lopez Village Stormwater discussion
• Comp Plan Minority Report (surface water subcommittee)

The subcommittee gave updates on the Hannah Heights PFAS contamination, well testing, and the USGS groundwater recharge study. Members agreed to follow up by emailing questions and sharing an aquifer study. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

• Ethan to email Paul additional questions (pending)
• Vicki to send North Lopez aquifer study to Richard and Kendra (pending)
• USGS Groundwater Recharge Study report being finalized (status update)
• Lopez Monitoring Report presented, no vote taken (informational)
• No formal approvals or denials recorded (none)

Environmental Stewardship

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss program updates and the Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management Plan. The committee will vote on approving the plan draft for submission to the Department of Ecology for preliminary review.

• Approval of Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management Plan draft for DOE review
• Orcas Landfill monitoring and well redevelopment update
• Updates on Compost/Food Grounds Pilot and Ridwell Plastics Recycling
• Transfer station updates
• WA State Department of Ecology update

Board of Equalization

The Board will convene the 2025 assessment year, administer the annual oath of office, and elect its officers. It will also review the petition load and scheduling availability for upcoming hearings. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Convening of the 2025 Assessment Year
• Annual Oath of Office
• Election of Board Officers
• Petition Load and Scheduling Availability
• Adjournment

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting focused on public engagement and planning. The session is dedicated to a new library project.

• Public engagement and planning for New Library Project

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to engage the public and discuss planning for a new library project. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda, but the discussion will focus on gathering community input and outlining next steps for the library's development.

• Public engagement & planning for new library project

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hear an appeal of a County Council decision regarding an essential public facility on Shaw Island. The public may watch the proceedings but cannot provide comment. The meeting will be held virtually and in-person.

• Appeal of SEPA MDNS for essential public facility at 1427 Neck Point Rd, Shaw Island
• Public comment prohibited during proceedings
• Meeting held virtually and in-person at 55 Second Street

Ferry Advisory Committee

The Ferry Advisory Committee will discuss updates to ferry operations, including the ICE Loading Policy and the Essential Provider Reservation Policy. They will also receive updates on the summer sailing schedule, upcoming 48‑hour closures in 2027 for VTS work, and a reservation system update. A council member will provide an update on the Evan’s School engagement study.

• ICE Loading Policy proposal
• Essential Provider Reservation Policy proposal
• Summer sailing schedule update
• 48‑hour closures in 2027 for VTS work
• Reservation system update

Housing Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will meet to review program updates, discuss cold weather shelter grants, and plan for the 2026 Point in Time Count and work plan. The meeting will be held at the Legislative Hearing Room on 55 Second Street in Friday Harbor.

• Review of Ryan Page's Housing Program Coordinator updates
• Discussion on Cold Weather Shelter Grants
• Planning for the 2026 Point in Time Count
• Review of the 2025 Annual Report
• Discussion of the 2026 Work Plan

The committee approved the meeting agenda with added discussion items and approved the October 8 minutes with clerical corrections. It also adopted the 2026 HAC Work Plan, adding goals for collaboration with Friday Harbor, equity home loan policy decisions, and senior home‑maintenance support. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (by agreement)
• Approved October 8 minutes (motion by Anne, seconded by Farhad)
• Adopted 2026 work plan with added collaboration, equity loan, and senior maintenance items

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board will hear staff reports and discuss several items, including the Spring Street Property, fundraising for other library projects, new trustee training, a memorandum of understanding for island district libraries, and the draft 2026 library budget. The meeting will also cover routine items such as minutes, payroll, and consent agenda items.

• Spring Street Property discussion
• Fundraising for other library projects
• New trustee training session
• MOU for Island District Libraries
• 2026 Library Budget Draft

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council work session will discuss multiple departmental budget work sessions, a lodging tax grant award recommendation, and a contract for the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau. A major agenda item is the review of the 2026‑27 biennium budget, including decision packages. The meeting also includes public comment, a discussion of community‑engagement reports, and an executive session to evaluate a public employee.

• Discussion: Friends of the San Juans Comprehensive Plan Engagement
• Discussion: Madrona Institute COMPASS Final Report
• Discussion: Superior Court Services Department Budget Work Session
• Discussion/Action: 2026‑27 Biennium Budget Review Including Decision Packages
• Discussion/Action: Lodging Tax Annual Grant Award Recommendations and Extension Request

The council approved the meeting agenda as amended. It accepted the Lodging Tax Annual Grant Award recommendations and authorized the County Manager to execute the agreements. The council also directed staff to proceed with the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau contract with the presented changes. The council sent the lodging‑tax contract extension request back for more information.

• Approved agenda as amended (no vote tally provided)
• Accepted Lodging Tax Annual Grant recommendations and authorized agreements (all ayes, motion carried)
• Directed staff to return with more information on lodging‑tax contract extension (no vote)
• Directed staff to proceed with San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau contract with changes (all ayes, motion carried)

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will meet to receive reports from the Human Services Manager and Coordinator. The board will also hold a discussion regarding RFP updates led by Richard Uri.

• RFP updates and discussion

The Human Services Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda and the October meeting minutes. The board recommended that Contessa Downey's application for board membership be approved by the County Council. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (no vote tally provided)
• Approved October meeting minutes (no vote tally provided)
• Recommended County Council approve Contessa Downey's board membership (no vote tally provided)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Board will review a budget presentation for 2026-2027 and discuss 2025 weed disposal totals. The meeting includes updates from Environmental Stewardship and a report on the OPALCO letter outcome.

• 2026-2027 Council Budget Presentation
• 2025 weed disposal totals and potential policy changes
• OPALCO letter outcome

The board reviewed the October 3 minutes but lacked a quorum, so approval was postponed to the December 5 agenda. Members provided updates on weed control projects, budget concerns, disposal costs, and potential policy ideas, but no motions were voted on or adopted.

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Advisory Committees are meeting to review updates on the OPALCO Tidal Energy Proposal and the San Juan County On-site Sewage Systems project. The LIO will discuss and decide on funding for the Healthy Shorelines Action Plan. The CAG will review time extension requests for salmon recovery projects.

• OPALCO Tidal Energy Proposal next steps
• Decision on Healthy Shorelines Action Plan funding
• San Juan County On-site Sewage Systems (OSS) project update
• Time extension requests for Weeks Point Restoration
• Time extension request for Eelgrass Mapping Project

The Marine Resources Committee approved the meeting agenda with all members present. A request by Kendra Smith to add a budget update and pledge‑support item to the agenda was approved and added. The committee also approved the October meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (all members)
• Added budget update request to agenda (approved)
• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hear presentations from eight applicants seeking funds. The committee will deliberate on these requests throughout the day.

• Lopez Library – First Saturday Art Walk
• Washington Maritime
• Lopez Swim Center – Marketing Promotion
• Imagine Arts Festival
• San Juan Community Theatre – Purchase of Truck and Design and Production Projects

County Council

The Council will conduct budget work sessions for multiple departments and continue discussions on the 2026-27 Biennium Budget. The body will also consider 2026 legislative priorities and a development agreement for Argyle Lots on San Juan Island.

• Public hearing on an ordinance regarding dog license fees for license year 2026
• Review of draft development agreement for Argyle Lots (San Juan Island)
• Resolution to set County Council's 2026 legislative priorities
• Budget work sessions for Noxious Weeds, Community Development, Auditor, WSU Extension, Facilities, and Emergency Management
• Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District resolution to update the Miscellaneous Item Rate Sheet

The San Juan County Council adopted an ordinance to set dog license fees for the 2026 license year, amending Code Sections 6.08.050 and 6.08.070. The Council also scheduled a public hearing on Dec 9, 2025 for an affordable‑housing development agreement on the Argyle Lots property. Additional actions included adding a Dec 2, 2025 meeting date to the calendar, approving a solid‑waste rate‑sheet update, and confirming a Clean Water Advisory Committee appointment.

• Adopted Dog License Fee Ordinance (all ayes)
• Set public hearing Dec 9, 2025 for Argyle Lots affordable‑housing agreement (all ayes)
• Added Dec 2, 2025 to Council meeting calendar (all ayes)
• Approved Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District rate‑sheet update (all ayes)
• Approved Clean Water Advisory Committee appointment of Kai Hoffman Krull (all ayes)
• Approved agenda as presented (all ayes)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda (all ayes)

County Council Work Session

The council will hold a closed executive session to consider matters related to collective bargaining, evaluate a public employee's performance, and set minimum pricing for the sale or lease of county real estate. Earlier in the day, budget work sessions will be held for the District Court, Sheriff, and several county departments. A continued briefing on the Comprehensive Plan update will also be presented.

• Executive session: collective bargaining (RCW 42.30.140(4)(b))
• Executive session: public employee performance evaluation (RCW 42.30.110(1)(g))
• Executive session: minimum price for sale or lease of county real estate (RCW 42.30.110(1)(c))
• Budget work session for District Court
• Budget work session for Sheriff Department

The council approved the agenda as presented. A briefing on the Comprehensive Plan update was given, and the council voted to approve the 2026 Council Meeting Calendar with all members in favor. An executive session was held on collective bargaining, employee performance, and real‑estate pricing, and no action was taken.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved 2026 Council Meeting Calendar (all ayes)
• No action taken in executive session

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The Lopez Village Planning Review Committee will consider administrative items, including approval of the July 2025 meeting minutes. The committee will introduce the new Department of Community Development Director, Sev Jones. Members will review the approved code update referenced in Docket 24-0004 and discuss concerns about development on the east side of Lopez Village.

• Approval of July 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new Department of Community Development Director Sev Jones
• Review of approved code update (Docket 24-0004)
• Discussion of Lopez Village East Development Concerns

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will approve the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda. Members will discuss funding outlooks, messaging strategies, and how to frame their approach amid economic constraints. The meeting will conclude with a vote on action items that set priorities for the 2026‑2027 climate action plan.

• Approve July 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and approve agenda
• Funding outlook and strategy discussion
• Messaging framework discussion
• Adopt CSAC action items for 2026‑2027

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee approved the agenda for the October 23, 2025 retreat after a motion by Barbara and second by Vince. The committee also approved the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes following a motion by Adrian and second by John Pierre. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the retreat.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The San Juan County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet on October 23, 2025 in the Legislative Hearing Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor. The agenda consists of a series of presentations by various applicants and organizations about lodging‑tax initiatives, scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with breaks. No formal decisions are listed; the committee will hear the presentations and adjourn at approximately 3:00 p.m.

• 9:00‑9:15 am – San Juan Island Athletic Events (App #40) presentation
• 9:15‑9:30 am – Wolf Hollow Rehab (App #43) presentation
• 10:45‑11:00 am – Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival (App #28) presentation
• 12:15‑12:30 pm – Community Theatres Core (App #31) presentation
• 2:15‑2:30 pm – Visitors Bureau – Core Funding (App #26) presentation

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is holding a meeting to hear presentations from various applicants. These organizations are seeking funding through the lodging tax program.

• Parks & Fair Core Funding presentation
• Friday Harbor Film Festival presentation
• The Whale Museum presentation
• Lopez Center Asphalt Pathways presentation
• Lopez Center Office Expansion presentation

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to engage the public. The meeting will focus on discussing planning for a new library project. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public engagement and planning discussion for new library project

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss public engagement and planning for a new library project. The meeting is in person at Brickworks on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda focuses on public engagement and planning.

• Public Engagement & Planning for New Library Project

County Council

The San Juan County Council will consider a resolution adopting the six‑year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2026‑2031 and the 2026 Annual Construction Program. They will also review a proposed ordinance to amend rates and charges for the San Juan Islands Conservation District. Additional items include budget reviews, a discussion on a sales‑and‑use tax option for public safety, and setting public hearings for the Comprehensive Plan update and property‑tax levy ordinances.

• Resolution adopting the 2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and 2026 Annual Construction Program
• Proposed ordinance amending rates and charges for the San Juan Islands Conservation District
• Discussion of HB 2015 sales‑and‑use tax option for public safety
• Setting a public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update on Nov 25, 2025
• Ordinance setting property‑tax levies for current expense, county roads, and land conservation

The council approved the six‑year Transportation Improvement Program for 2026‑2031 and the 2026 Annual Construction Program. It also adopted an ordinance updating rates and charges for the San Juan Islands Conservation District. Public hearings were scheduled for November 25, 2025 to consider the Comprehensive Plan update and property‑tax levy ordinances. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda (all ayes)
• Appointed Sev Jones as the County's Certifying Officer for HUD‑related environmental documents (all ayes)
• Adopted the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program 2026‑2031 and the 2026 Annual Construction Program (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance amending rates and charges for the San Juan Islands Conservation District (all ayes)
• Set a public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update on November 25, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. (all ayes)
• Set a public hearing for property‑tax levy ordinances on November 25, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. (all ayes)
• Approved Marine Resources Committee youth appointments of Flora Vaught and Lola Walker (all ayes)

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will discuss Planning Commission recommendations for the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The body will also consider a resolution to establish a Cultural Access Review Board and hold budget work sessions for the Assessor, Clerk, and Superior Court departments.

• Resolution to establish a Cultural Access Review Board
• Briefing on Planning Commission recommendations for Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
• Assessor Departmental Budget Work Session
• Clerk Departmental Budget Work Session
• Superior Court Departmental Budget Work Session

The San Juan County Council approved the agenda without amendment. No other motions were adopted; the proposed Cultural Access Review Board resolution was sent back to the director for edits and will be reconsidered at a future meeting. All remaining items were informational briefings.

• Approved agenda (as presented)
• Resolution establishing Cultural Access Review Board sent back for edits (to be reconsidered later)

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, hear reports from the Human Services Manager and Coordinator, and receive a guest presentation by Mark Wilbur. A key agenda item is an update on pending Requests for Proposals presented by Richard Uri. The meeting includes a public comment period before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda and previous meeting minutes
• Human Services Manager and Coordinator report
• Guest presentation by Mark Wilbur
• RFP updates presented by Richard Uri
• Public comment period

The Human Services Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda. The board also approved the minutes from the August meeting. No other actions or votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved agenda
• Approved August meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear public comments on the Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Activity Center Plan Amendment, part of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update. A briefing on the Critical Areas Ordinance will also be presented. The meeting includes routine items such as agenda confirmation and approval of September 19 minutes.

• Briefing on the Critical Areas Ordinance
• Public hearing on the Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Activity Center Plan Amendment
• Confirmation of agenda and approval of September 19, 2025 minutes

The commission unanimously recommended that the County Council approve the amendment to the Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Activity Center Plan, which adds 119 acres and redesignates them from Rural Residential to Master Planned Resort. The commission also unanimously accepted the staff findings supporting the amendment. The commission approved the September 19 minutes with four yes votes and one abstention.

• Recommended County Council approve Roche Harbor resort plan amendment (5‑0 vote)
• Accepted staff findings on the amendment (5‑0 vote)
• Approved September 19 minutes with change to date (4‑0‑1 abstention)

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will review updates on the 2025 Water Year Participation Report and consider a proposal for rotenone treatment at Westside Lake. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes, staff updates, and subcommittee reports. No final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review of 2025 Water Year Participation Report – presented by Kim Sundberg
• Proposal for Westside Lake rotenone treatment – presented by Doug McCutchen (TBC)
• Approval of October 16 agenda and August 21 minutes
• Updates from subcommittees on surface water (no September meeting) and groundwater
• Nomination of CWAC member Kai Hoffman‑Krull

The Clean Water Advisory Committee moved forward with an interfund loan to the Marine Program, with Kendra Smith tasked to finalize details with the Auditor and PA offices. The committee also approved the nomination of Kai Hoffman‑Krull to the committee, and adopted both the October 16 agenda and the August 21 minutes. Additional actions included scheduling November 20 subcommittee meetings and setting the next regular meeting for December 11.

• Approved October 16 agenda (unanimous procedural approval)
• Approved August 21 minutes (all in favor after amendment)
• Approved interfund loan between Clean Water and Marine Program; Kendra will pull together paperwork (no objections)
• Approved nomination of Kai Hoffman‑Krull to CWAC (all in favor, none opposed)
• Scheduled November 20 meetings for both surface‑water subcommittees
• Set next regular meeting for December 11

Board of Health

The Board of Health will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, hear updates from several committees, and receive reports on housing services, vaccines, and back‑to‑school clinics. The meeting will include a budget update presentation from the department director. The session will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, and member attendance
• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, and other groups
• Housing Services update by the program coordinator
• Vaccine overview presented by the health officer
• Budget update presented by the director

The provided minutes consist of unintelligible text and do not contain any identifiable actions, votes, or approvals. Consequently, no substantive decisions can be reported from this meeting.

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The Lodging Tax Advisory Board will discuss its scoring grid and eligibility criteria for applicants. It will then decide which applications will not be required to present on October 22, October 23, or November 6. The meeting will also confirm the final presentation schedule.

• Discussion of scoring grid for lodging tax applications
• Discussion of eligibility requirements for applicants
• Decision on applications excluded from presentation dates 10/22, 10/23, 11/6
• Confirmation of presentation dates and schedule

General

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the draft 2026 Library Budget and the 2023-2024 State Accountability Audit. The meeting includes staff reports and updates on project planning.

• 2026 Library Budget Draft
• State Accountability Audit – 2023-2024
• Expense Claim Transmittals Packet
• Report on Child Care

Noxious Weed Control Board

The San Juan County Noxious Weed Control Board will review and approve the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes, receive updates from Environmental Stewardship, and hear reports from the field and the monthly report. The agenda includes discussion of a draft letter to OPALCO, the 2026‑2027 biennial budget, and 2025 weed‑disposal totals with potential policy changes. Public comment time is scheduled before the board moves to other business and adjourns.

• Review and approval of September 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates from Environmental Stewardship
• Presentation and discussion of the monthly report
• OPALCO draft letter discussion
• 2026‑2027 biennial budget discussion and weed‑disposal policy considerations

The board approved the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes with all members voting aye. The board also approved the draft letter to OPALCO regarding vegetation clearing, with all members voting aye. Discussion on weed disposal totals was postponed to the next meeting. No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved September 5, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved OPALCO draft letter with red lines and to be sent (all ayes)

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review applications received, discuss the review process, and confirm the final meeting dates for applicant presentations. The meeting will also outline next steps and timelines for committee members. No formal decisions are listed beyond scheduling and procedural planning.

• Overview of applications received
• Process of reviewing applications
• Discussion of review procedures
• Confirmation of final meeting dates for applicant presentations
• Next steps and timelines for committee members

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will review its priority issues, receive updates on VTS closures from the Washington State Ferries, and hear a council update from Justin Paulsen. The meeting includes public access periods before and after the updates. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of SJC FAC Priority Issues
• WSF Updates – Tally Teal: Update on VTS Closures
• Council Update – Justin Paulsen
• Public Access periods (9:05 AM and 10:55 AM)
• Adjournment at 11:00 AM

Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates from the Housing Program Coordinator and the 1/10th sales tax housing services. Members will discuss operations funding for the sales tax and the 2026 work plan.

• Cold Weather Shelter Grants discussion
• 1/10th Sales Tax Housing Services update
• 1/10th Sales Tax Operations Funding discussion
• 2026 Work Plan discussion

The committee approved its agenda, adding a discussion on its composition. The minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting were adopted after a motion by Steve and a second by Anne. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion accepted by agreement)
• Adopted September 10, 2025 minutes (motion by Steve, seconded by Anne, approved)

County Council

The San Juan County Council will approve routine items such as warrants, interfund transfers, and the agenda. It will consider a resolution adding 2025 text amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Title 18 Code, and a proposed ordinance amending the Building Advisory Council provisions. Additional discussions include the county budget revenue outlook, transportation improvement plans, clean water rate review, and a marine stewardship report.

• Approval of warrants issued the week of September 15‑22, 2025
• Resolution to add 2025 docket of proposed text amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Title 18 Code
• Proposed ordinance amending SJCC 2.25.020 and 2.25.030 (Building Advisory Council)
• Clean Water Rate Review and Approval
• Discussion of the Transportation Improvement Plan and Annual Construction Plan

The council adopted the Clean Water Utility rates for the 2026‑2027 fiscal period. It also adopted an ordinance amending the Building Advisory Council provisions and adopted a resolution adopting the State of the San Juan County Marine Stewardship Area Report. The council approved advertising a Request for Proposals for the Historical Preservation Grants Program and confirmed several committee appointments. Standard agenda, minutes, consent agenda, and three correspondence letters were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Clean Water Utility rates for 2026‑2027 (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance amending Building Advisory Council (SJCC 2.25.020 & 2.25.030) (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution adopting the State of the San Juan County Marine Stewardship Area Report (all ayes)
• Approved advertising RFP and application for Historical Preservation Grants Program (Nov 1‑Dec 1, 2025) (all ayes)
• Approved committee appointments for Fair Board, Lodging Tax Advisory Board, and Noxious Weed Control Board (all ayes)
• Approved agenda (including two added correspondence items) (all ayes)
• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved three correspondence letters (Letter to Island County Commissioners; Letter to Town of Friday Harbor; Request to Federal Representatives to Generally Prohibit Masked Law Enforcement) (all ayes)

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council is continuing a public hearing regarding a nonexclusive franchise for water distribution facilities. The body is also discussing updates to dog licensing fees, a solid waste excise tax, and the draft Five-Year Homeless Plan Update.

• Public hearing for water distribution franchise for Hannah Heights Owners Association
• Proposed rescheduling of 2026-2027 Biennial Budget hearings to December 1, 2025
• Proposed public hearing for the 2026-2031 Six Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion on updating dog licensing fees
• Discussion on the Solid Waste Excise Tax

The council cancelled the Oct. 7 budget‑hearing and moved it to Dec. 1, 2025. It also set a Dec. 1 hearing to consider a six‑year capital‑improvement plan and adopted a water‑distribution franchise ordinance for the Hannah Heights Owners Association. Additional public hearings were scheduled for dog‑licensing fee changes (Nov. 4) and the draft five‑year homeless‑plan update (Dec. 9). All motions passed unanimously.

• Cancelled Oct. 7, 2025 budget hearing and rescheduled to Dec. 1, 2025 (ALL AYES)
• Set Dec. 1, 2025 hearing to consider 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Capital Improvement Plan (ALL AYES)
• Adopted water franchise ordinance for Hannah Heights Owners Association (ALL AYES)
• Scheduled Nov. 4, 2025 hearing on dog‑licensing fee ordinance amendments (ALL AYES)
• Scheduled Dec. 9, 2025 hearing on draft Five‑Year Homeless Plan Update (ALL AYES)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board will review and approve the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive updates from Environmental Stewardship and field staff, and present the monthly report. The board will discuss a draft letter to OPALCO, the 2026‑2027 biennial budget, and potential policy changes related to 2025 weed disposal totals. Public comment time is scheduled, and other business may be addressed.

• Review and approval of September 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation of the monthly report (Jason)
• OPALCO draft letter discussion (Todd and Andrew)
• Discussion of the 2026‑2027 biennial budget
• Weed disposal 2025 totals and potential policy changes (Jason)

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Resource Council (MRC), Local Information Office (LIO), and Coordinating Advisory Group (CAG) are meeting to discuss marine stewardship. The session includes a presentation on the San Juan County Recreational Vessel Study and updates on tidal energy and salmon recovery funding.

• Presentation on San Juan County Recreational Vessel Study
• Discussion of OPALCO Tidal Energy Proposal and County Council comments
• Updates on Pacific Coast Salmon Recovery Funding (PCSRF)
• Review of '26-'28 Contract updates
• Reports on Plastic Free Salish Sea, Seagrass Protection, and Derelict Vessel Prevention

The Marine Resources Committee (MRC) unanimously approved the meeting agenda at 9:05 AM. The committee also approved the September meeting minutes after a motion by Kailey, seconded by Sandy, with all members in favor. No other formal decisions were recorded during the October 2 session.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will discuss the OPALCO Substation Improvement located at 490 Lovers Lane. They will also review Permit BUILD-25-0238 for a new two‑story single‑family dwelling with an attached garage. Updates on EPRC recruitment, a council briefing from Justin Paulsen, and approval of the August and September meeting minutes will be presented.

• OPALCO Substation Improvement – 490 Lovers Lane
• Permit BUILD-25-0238: new 2‑story single‑family dwelling with attached garage
• EPRC Recruitment Update
• Council update – Justin Paulsen
• Approval of August and September 2025 meeting minutes

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 and September 4, 2025 meetings. The committee discussed possible bylaw changes, county budget shortfalls, sea‑level‑rise planning, and an OPALCO substation improvement, but no formal actions or votes were recorded on those topics.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes
• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes

County Council Special Session

The San Juan County Council holds a special meeting on September 30, 2025. The agenda includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker. Council members will continue discussion of the 2026‑2027 biennium budget update presented by Auditor Natasha Warmenhoven, Budget Analyst Dr. Molly Foote, and County Manager Jessica Hudson. No specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Continued discussion of 2026‑2027 Biennium Budget Update
• Approval of agenda

The council approved the agenda as presented. A budget update for the 2026‑2027 biennium was discussed, and the council directed departments to review budgets for potential cuts. The meeting was adjourned at 11:07 AM.

• Agenda approved as presented

Veterans Advisory Board

The San Juan County Veterans Advisory Board will approve the June meeting minutes and recipient awards for the past six months. Members will discuss the award policy and how often the board should meet. The meeting also includes welcoming new members and visitors.

• Approve June minutes
• Discuss award policy
• Approve recipient awards for 6‑month period
• Discuss frequency of meetings
• Welcome new members and visitors

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold a public hearing regarding a water distribution franchise for the Hannah Heights Owners Association. The body will also discuss the 2026-2027 biennium budget and 2026 legislative priorities.

• Public hearing on a nonexclusive franchise for water distribution for Hannah Heights Owners Association
• Proposed rates and charges adjustments for San Juan Island Conservation District
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Annual Construction Program (ACP) discussion
• 2025 Home Fund applications and the Argyle Project Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program
• Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District resolution for a one-year property tax levy

The council approved the agenda, minutes, consent agenda, a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and the Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation. It continued the water franchise hearing to Oct 6, 2025 and set public hearings for Oct 21, 2025 on conservation‑district rates and the transportation improvement program. The council cancelled the Sep 29‑30 meetings and scheduled an additional meeting in October‑November, and approved Home Fund grants for three housing projects and a solid‑waste tax‑levy proposition. Committee appointments for the Agricultural Resource Committee were also approved.

• Approved agenda (as presented)
• Approved August 8, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Continued water franchise public hearing to Oct 6, 2025 (all ayes)
• Set public hearing Oct 21, 2025 for Conservation District ordinance (all ayes)
• Set public hearing Oct 21, 2025 for Transportation Improvement Program and Annual Construction Program (all ayes)
• Cancelled Sep 29‑30 council meetings and scheduled additional meeting Oct 7‑Nov 2025 (all ayes)
• Approved Home Fund grants: $1,075,554 for Argyle project, $1,075,000 for Lydia Lane project, $283,424 for Crayfish Way project (all ayes)
• Approved Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District tax‑levy proposition (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear a briefing on the 2026 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program for 2026‑2031. It will also hold a public hearing on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update, reviewing a draft ordinance. The meeting includes standard administrative items and an introduction of the new DCD Director.

• Briefing on the 2026 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2026‑2031
• Public hearing on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update (draft ordinance)

The commission approved the meeting minutes. It unanimously recommended the 2026 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2026‑2031. By consensus it adopted clarification edits to the Master Plan Resorts and revised utilities and land‑use policies. The commission also accepted the draft ordinance findings with a modification to item 11.

• Approved meeting minutes (4 yes, 1 abstention)
• Recommended 2026 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2026‑2031 (unanimous)
• Accepted Findings 1‑14 with modification to item 11 (4 yes, 1 abstention)
• Added clarification edits to Master Plan Resorts (consensus)
• Accepted Utilities Policy 4.5 and 7.3 with deletions of “avoid” and “and compensate for” (consensus)
• Accepted Land Use Policy 4.5 language change, deleting “other” and replacing with “non‑EPF” (consensus)

Landbank Commission

The Land Bank Commission will approve the August 15, 2025 meeting minutes and then discuss and consider adopting the 2026‑2027 biennium budget proposals. Commissioners will receive updates on partner and council matters, acquisitions, stewardship, and outreach, and a public hearing will be held on the budget proposals. The meeting also includes reports on acquisitions such as Crescent Beach boundary modifications, Cascade Creek, and a Fraser lot sale to the National Park Service.

• Approve August 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public hearing to consider adoption of 2026‑2027 Land Bank budget proposals
• Report on acquisitions/sales: Crescent Beach boundary changes, Cascade Creek, Fraser lot sale to the National Park Service
• Organizational update including procedural change proposals
• Outreach report discussing Community Conversation date (Oct 28)

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will hold a public access segment, then discuss and update the priority issues spreadsheet that guides ferry operations. The meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2025, at 9:30 am in the small conference room at 55 Second St., Friday Harbor. The session will adjourn at approximately 1:30 pm.

• Public access period for community input
• Review and discussion of the SJC FAC Priority Issues spreadsheet

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board of Trustees will meet on September 18 to review routine items and discuss several new business topics. Items include a project timeline update, election of board officers, and adoption of a new public comment policy. The meeting also includes standard reports on payroll, finances, and staff activities.

• Consent agenda: Bills – Expense Claim Transmittals Packet
• Payroll processing
• Staff reports (Director, Assistant Director, Youth Services, IT, Financial)
• Old Business: Steering Committee and Project Planning Updates
• New Business: Project Timeline, Board Officers, New Public Comment Policy

Board of Health

The Board of Health will first approve the agenda, minutes, and handle public comment. Committee updates from ACH, CCC, and other groups will be presented. An Early Learning Annual Report will be given by the Early Learning Manager. The meeting will discuss a Community Network proposal.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, and member absences
• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, NSBH-ASO, NWRC, NOAT
• Early Learning Annual Report presentation
• Discussion of Community Network proposal

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda by agreement. It then approved the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting after a motion was carried. Board member Kyle Davies was formally excused from the session.

• Agenda approved by agreement
• Minutes of July 16, 2025 approved (motion carried)
• Board member Kyle Davies excused

Fair Board

The San Juan County Fair Board will discuss new business items such as a board ribbon review, final fair numbers, public response, board member matters, the 2026 fair theme, and the poster art rules contest. They will also receive an update on fairgrounds events as old business. Public comment is permitted but not subject to discussion. The next board meeting is set for October 10, 2025.

• Board Ribbon Review
• Final Fair Numbers
• Public Response
• 2026 Fair Theme
• 2026 Poster Art Rules Contest

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Washington State Ferries regarding a new reservation system and essential provider discussions. Members will also review and update the Priority Tracking Sheet.

• WSF TRM update on new reservation system
• WSF Essential Provider Reservation discussion
• Ramp repair and upgrade updates
• Review and update of Priority Tracking Sheet

Housing Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will review updates on the Argyle Project development agreement and discuss the Fall/Winter Action Workgroup. It will also receive a report from the Housing Program Coordinator and consider funding recommendations for the 2025 Home Fund. Public comments are scheduled before the meeting adjourns.

• Argyle Project Development Agreement Update
• 2025 Home Fund Funding Recommendations
• Fall/Winter Action Workgroup Discussion
• Housing Program Coordinator Updates (Ryan Page)
• Public Comments/Announcements

The Housing Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting and adopted the agenda with an added OPAL letter. The committee accepted staff recommendations and approved full Home Fund funding for the Argyle project ($1,075,554) and the Lydia Lane at Pea Patch project ($1,075,000). No vote counts were recorded; each motion was approved.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Nancy, seconded by Anne)
• Approved agenda with OPAL letter addition (accepted by agreement)
• Approved full Home Fund funding for Argyle project – $1,075,554 (motion by Nancy, seconded by Farhad)
• Approved full Home Fund funding for Lydia Lane at Pea Patch – $1,075,000 (motion by Nancy, seconded by Farhad)

County Council

The San Juan County Council will approve agenda items, minutes, and financial warrants, then consider several resolutions including the direct sale of a portion of Tax Parcel 152232006 on Decatur Island, a surplus gravel sale on Waldron Island, and a right‑of‑way easement on Decatur Island. The council will also set public hearings for the 2026‑27 biennial budget and a building advisory committee ordinance, discuss transportation and environmental programs, and receive updates and library board appointments.

• Resolution authorizing direct sale of a portion of Tax Parcel 152232006 on Decatur Island
• Resolution regarding surplus gravel on Waldron Island and rescheduling its public bid
• Resolution accepting a right‑of‑way easement for county road purposes near Decatur Head Drive and Armitage Road on Decatur Island
• Setting public hearings on October 7, 2025 for the 2026‑27 biennial budget and department budget hearings
• Discussion of an ordinance concerning the Building Advisory Committee

The council adopted a resolution to sell a portion of Tax Parcel No. 152232006 on Decatur Island. It also approved resolutions on surplus gravel on Waldron Island, a road easement on Decatur Island, and advanced clean‑water, solid waste and marine capital projects. Public hearing dates were set for the 2026‑27 county revenue and department budget hearings and for a building advisory council ordinance. Library board appointments were confirmed.

• Adopted Resolution Authorizing Direct Sale of Tax Parcel No. 152232006 on Decatur Island – ALL AYES
• Adopted Resolution Rescheduling Public Bid for Surplus Gravel on Waldron Island – ALL AYES
• Adopted Resolution Accepting Right‑of‑Way Easement for County Road near Decatur Head Drive and Armitage Road – ALL AYES
• Set public hearing date for County Revenues 2026‑27 Biennial budget – October 7, 2025, 9:15 a.m. – ALL AYES
• Set public hearing date for Department Budget Hearings 2026‑27 Biennial budget – October 7, 2025, 9:15 a.m. – ALL AYES
• Set public hearing date to consider Ordinance Regarding Building Advisory Council – October 7, 2025, 9:15 a.m. – ALL AYES
• Advanced Clean Water, Solid Waste and Marine Program capital projects into County‑wide Capital Improvements Program – ALL AYES
• Approved San Juan Island Library Board appointments of John Aschoff and Cheryl Kringle – ALL AYES

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will hold a work session to hear updates and comments on several ongoing projects, including the OPALCO Tidal Energy Pilot, the Solid Waste Management Plan, the San Juan Transfer Station, and the Sea Level Rise Backshore Roads Project. The meeting will also include a discussion of the 2026 Bills of Interest presented by the County Manager. An executive session will be held to address potential litigation, a public employee performance review, and collective‑bargaining matters.

• Discussion of Marine Resources Committee comments on the OPALCO Tidal Energy Pilot Project (Sam Whitridge, Department of Environmental Stewardship)
• Discussion of the Solid Waste Management Plan (Katie Fleming, Department of Environmental Stewardship)
• Update on the San Juan Transfer Station (Kendra Smith, Department of Environmental Stewardship)
• Update on the Sea Level Rise Backshore Roads Project (Kendra Smith, Department of Environmental Stewardship)
• Discussion of 2026 Bills of Interest (Jessica Hudson, County Manager)

The San Juan County Council approved the agenda as presented. The remainder of the work session consisted of informational presentations and an executive session on legal and personnel matters. The council adjourned at 11:40 a.m.

• Approved agenda as presented

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Board will meet to discuss the 2026-2027 biennial budget and weed disposal policy. The agenda includes a report on weed issues in OPALCO’s recently logged powerline easements and an update on Sportsman’s Lake.

• Recommendation of Adam Martin for Board membership Area #5
• Discussion of 2026-2027 Biennial Budget
• Review of weed calamity in OPALCO’s recently logged powerline easements
• Review of weed disposal policy
• Sportsman’s Lake update

The board approved the July 18, 2025 meeting minutes with all members voting aye. The board also voted unanimously to recommend Adam Martin for the vacant Area 5 board seat to the County Council. No other motions were decided during the meeting.

• Approved July 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Adam Martin for Area 5 board seat to Council (unanimous)

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to discuss a potential amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element regarding lot coverage and site planning. The committee will also review a permit application for a garage building.

• Potential Comp Plan Land Use Element Policy Amendment regarding Lot Coverage and Site Planning in Eastsound Subarea Plan Land Use Designations with Minimum Densities
• Permit BUILD-25-0217 for a 20’x28’ unheated garage building

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee did not approve the August 2025 minutes; the approval was postponed to the October 2 meeting. Committee members discussed the EPRC’s scope of responsibility and upcoming informational meetings, but no formal votes were recorded. The meeting also noted upcoming events such as the September 16 opening of Fern Street county offices and the anticipated appointment of a new Director of Community Development.

• Approval of August minutes tabled (no vote recorded)

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and August meeting minutes, hear a report from the Northwest Straits Commission, and discuss several initiatives. Items include the OPALCO Tidal Energy Generation Project, the Marine Capital Improvement Plan, and a stormwater strategic initiative funding proposal. The meeting also includes business from the Local Integrated Watershed Planning and the Conservation Advisory Group.

• Approve meeting agenda – all members
• Approve August meeting minutes – MRC members
• Discussion of OPALCO Tidal Energy Generation Project
• Review of Marine Capital Improvement Plan for MRC
• Stormwater Strategic Initiative: Local Integrated Watershed Planning Funding

The committee approved its meeting agenda and the August meeting minutes by unanimous consent. A motion to approve the Marine Capital Improvement Plan, which outlines several capital projects, was moved, seconded, and passed with all members in favor. The plan includes restoration projects and a future county mooring buoy system slated for 2028‑29.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Marine Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Sam to send final OPALCO tidal energy report to County Council
• Kari to send additional information for the Kelp Soiree

Environmental Stewardship

The San Juan County Solid Waste Advisory Committee will meet to review updates on transfer stations, the state Department of Ecology, and the county solid‑waste program. The committee will discuss the solid‑waste component of the Comprehensive Plan and will vote on approving the County’s Capital Improvement Plan budget. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.

• Transfer Station Updates (presented by Colby White, Carolyn Moulton, & Pete Moe)
• Washington State Department of Ecology Update (Diana Wadley)
• San Juan County Solid Waste Program updates, including DOE grant summary and pilot projects
• Solid Waste Capital Facilities component of the Comprehensive Plan (Katie Fleming & Kendra Smith)
• SWAC approval of the County’s Capital Improvement Plan budget (Katie Fleming & Kendra Smith)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit application submitted by Alison Carusso. The permit would allow storage, maintenance and repair of transit vehicles and rental of storage containers at 111 Shelter Rd on San Juan Island. Staff report and exhibits are available online. The meeting will be streamed and also held in person at the County Council Legislative Hearing Room.

• Conditional use permit application (File: LANDUSE-24-0117) for storage/maintenance of transit vehicles at 111 Shelter Rd
• Public hearing scheduled for 10:00 a.m., August 27 2025
• Staff report posted at https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/33223/
• Exhibits posted at https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/33224/
• Virtual participation via Teams and phone line (+1 360‑726‑3293)

County Council Special Session

The San Juan County Council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for the Lopez Food Center Project. The Council will discuss the Purdue/Sackler Direct Settlement and the Thirteenth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Purdue Pharma LP and its affiliates. The Council will also consider a potential acquisition of the Decatur Head property.

• Community Development Block Grant General Purpose Application for Lopez Food Center Project
• Purdue/Sackler Direct Settlement and Thirteenth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Purdue Pharma LP
• Potential acquisition of Decatur Head property

The council authorized staff and the prosecutor’s office to enter the G8 settlements in the Purdue Pharma case, and authorized legal counsel to vote for the Thirteenth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan. It also approved a Community Development Block Grant of up to $2 million for the Lopez Food Center. Finally, the council terminated the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Decatur Head property. All motions carried unanimously (2‑0‑0).

• Authorized staff and prosecutor to enter G8 settlements in Purdue Pharma case (2-0-0)
• Authorized legal representatives to vote for the Thirteenth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan (2-0-0)
• Authorized San Juan County participation in the Purdue/Sackler Direct Settlement (2-0-0)
• Approved up to $2 M Community Development Block Grant for Lopez Food Center (2-0-0)
• Terminated Decatur Head Property Purchase and Sale Agreement (2-0-0)

General

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to interview a candidate for a trustee position. The meeting includes an executive session to evaluate the applicant's qualifications.

• Trustee interview
• Executive session to evaluate applicant qualifications

General

The board will hold interviews with current and prospective trustees. It will discuss the formation of a Community Engagement Steering Committee. The board will plan upcoming public meetings, including hybrid attendance options.

• Trustee interviews
• Community Engagement Steering Committee discussion
• Public meeting planning (hybrid attendance)

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will receive updates from staff, agencies, and subcommittees. The body will discuss the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) and address vacant committee seats.

• Discussion of 2026-2031 CIP
• Updates on Surface Water and Groundwater subcommittees
• Vacant seats in District 1 (Position 1), District 2 (Position 5), and District 3 (Positions 10 & 12)

The Clean Water Advisory Committee approved the August 21 agenda and the June 12 minutes without objection. Ethan Schmidt was assigned to provide five‑year figures on water and septic approvals. Kendra Smith was recruited to collect water‑sample jars for the committee. Subcommittee meetings will resume in September and Ecology gave no updates.

• Approved August 21 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Tasked Ethan Schmidt to provide five‑year water and septic approval figures
• Recruited Kendra Smith to collect water‑sample jars for the committee
• Scheduled subcommittee meetings to resume in September
• No updates reported by Ecology

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Resource Committee will hold a special meeting on August 21, 2025. After convening, the committee will allow public comment. The agenda includes a discussion of the OPALCO Tidal Generation Project.

• Public comment period
• Discussion – OPALCO Tidal Generation Project

County Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding emergency and supplemental appropriations for the 2025 budget. Members will also discuss land acquisitions, critical areas ordinance updates, and the Lopez Island Sheriff substation.

• Public hearing for 2025 Second Budget Amendment (Emergency and Supplemental Appropriations)
• Resolution to accept a Statutory Warranty Deed for the Cherry Property on Orcas Island
• Letter of Support for Lopez Island Food Center regarding a $325,000 capital funding request
• Discussion/Action on Critical Areas Ordinance Update
• Proposed public hearing for September 9 regarding surplus gravel on Waldron Island

The council adopted two ordinances revising the 2025 budget for emergency and supplemental appropriations. It also approved a deed for the Cherry Property, authorized public‑facility financing awards, adopted an electronic funds transfer policy, set public hearings for a water franchise and surplus gravel sale, approved a grant application for large on‑site sewage repair, and confirmed several advisory committee appointments.

• Adopted Ordinance revising 2025 budget for Emergency Appropriations (all ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance revising 2025 budget for Supplemental Appropriations (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution accepting statutory warranty deed for the Cherry Property, Orcas Island (all ayes)
• Approved PFFAP award recommendations and authorized the County Manager to execute agreements (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution adopting San Juan County Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Policy (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Sep 23, 2025 to consider water franchise ordinance for Hannah Heights Owners Association (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Sep 9, 2025 to consider surplus gravel sale on Waldron Island (all ayes)
• Approved committee appointments for Solid Waste Advisory Committee, Human Services Advisory Board, and Housing Advisory Committee (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will review a proposed amendment to the Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort and discuss updates to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan, including transportation, utilities, and housing elements.

• Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Amendment (LANDUSE-25-0006)
• Eastsound UGA Official Map Amendments
• Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update: Transportation and Utilities elements
• Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update: Housing Needs Assessment
• Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update: Capital Facilities Plan

The commission approved the June 20, 2025 minutes with four yes votes and one abstention. It voted 4‑1 to recommend establishing a Transportation Advisory Committee and adopting the proposed wording. The body also set a public hearing for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update on September 19, 2025, and another hearing for the Eastsound UGA map amendments and the Roche Harbor resort amendment on October 17, 2025. All hearing‑date motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 20, 2025 minutes (4 yes, 1 abstain)
• Recommended establishing Transportation Advisory Committee (4 yes, 1 no)
• Set public hearing for Comprehensive Plan update on Sept 19, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Eastsound UGA map amendments and Roche Harbor resort amendment on Oct 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from Washington State Ferries regarding the TRM update project and schedule performance monitoring. The committee will also discuss preparations for the County Fair and the scheduling of a working session for the FAC Priority Tracking Sheet.

• TRM update project status
• Schedule performance monitoring report
• County Fair preparations
• Review of FAC Priority Tracking Sheet

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee will hear updates from the Housing Program Coordinator and presentations on two 2025 Home Fund applications: the OPAL Community Land Trust and the San Juan Community Home Trust Argyle Rental Project. A discussion will follow on the Sun Rise Neighborhood large on‑site sewage system repair. The meeting also includes a review of the draft five‑year homeless plan.

• 2025 Home Fund application presentation – OPAL Community Land Trust (Lydia Lane)
• 2025 Home Fund application presentation – San Juan Community Home Trust Argyle Rental Project
• Sun Rise Neighborhood large on‑site sewage (LOSS) system repair discussion (Amanda Lynn)
• Draft Five‑Year Homeless Plan review

The committee approved the minutes from the July 16 meeting and the agenda for this session. It voted to support the Home Fund’s forgivable loan application to repair the Sun Rise Neighborhood septic system. The committee also approved presenting the draft 2025‑2030 Five‑Year Homeless Plan to the County Council for next steps.

• Approved minutes of July 16, 2025 meeting
• Approved agenda for August 13, 2025 meeting
• Approved support for Home Fund forgivable loan for Sun Rise septic system repair
• Approved presenting draft 2025‑2030 Five‑Year Homeless Plan to County Council

San Juan Island Library

The San Juan Island Library District Board will review routine items such as the consent agenda, payroll, and staff reports. New business includes a site assessment report, proposals for public engagement and design, formation of a steering committee, and a general reserves investment proposal. An executive session will be held to evaluate a public‑employment applicant.

• Site Assessment Report
• Proposals for Public Engagement and Design
• Steering Committee Formation
• Public Meeting Dates
• General Reserves Investment Proposal

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will consider how to fund its peer program and review a new board applicant, Trillium Swanson. A guest speaker, Katy Hill, will present, followed by reports from the Human Services Manager and Coordinator. The meeting will conclude with a public comment period.

• Discuss funding options for peer program
• Review new board application: Trillium Swanson
• Guest speaker: Katy Hill
• Human Services Manager and Coordinator reporting
• Public comment period

The board convened on August 11, 2025, approved the agenda and minutes, and discussed funding options for a peer program, a new board application, and received a guest presentation. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were documented in the minutes.

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will review the Eastsound UGA map and related Subarea Plan amendments. The meeting also includes discussion of the Dark Skies Ordinance and the condition of dying trees on North Beach Road. Several permit applications will be considered, including a storage sign, a garage/shop, and a new single‑family dwelling. Updates on committee recruitment and a council briefing are also on the agenda.

• Eastsound UGA Map and Subarea Plan Amendments – review of draft map and plan
• Dark Skies Ordinance – discussion
• Dying Trees on North Beach Road – discussion
• Permit LANDUSE-25-0052: storage non‑lighted sign
• Permit BUILD-25-0200: 1,584 sq ft garage/shop

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee approved the minutes from the July 2025 meeting without any changes. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the committee discussed recruitment, a proposed subarea plan update, the Dark Skies ordinance, and tree health on North Beach Road. Permit numbers 271134017000, 271154018000, 271155011000, and 271251007000 were reviewed and recommendations were sent to the DCD.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (no amendments)

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Resource Council, Climate Action Group, and Local Initiative Office are meeting to discuss marine stewardship. The body will review tidal energy projects and finalize rankings for 2025 Salmon Recovery Proposals.

• Presentation and discussion on the OPALCO Tidal Energy Project
• Final scoring and ranking of 2025 Salmon Recovery Proposals
• Nominations for MRC Chair and Vice Chair positions
• Update on MRC Grants for 2025-2027
• Planning for the Puget Sound Partnership Leadership Council Meeting on Aug 20

The committee approved its agenda and the July meeting minutes without opposition. Members reappointed Adam Parrott as Chair and Karin Roemers‑Kleven as Vice‑Chair, and appointed Dave as liaison to the Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee. A motion was adopted to schedule a special MRC meeting in the second half of August to discuss the OPALCO tidal energy project and prepare recommendations for the September 1 council deadline.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July MRC meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Adam Parrott as Chair and Karin Roemers‑Kleven as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Dave as liaison to Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Motion passed to hold a special MRC meeting in second half of August to discuss OPALCO tidal energy project

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The Lodging Tax Advisory Board will review continued updates to its Master Plan and how those changes affect the lodging tax application process. The meeting will also cover grant timeline information, upcoming application opening dates, and the cancellation of the September 3 meeting. Additionally, members will discuss outreach plans for other islands.

• Discuss continued Master Plan updates
• Discuss updates to lodging tax application following the revised Master Plan
• Housekeeping: grant timelines, application opening dates and deadlines
• Cancel September 3 meeting
• Discuss outreach plans for other islands

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold a public hearing regarding surplus gravel on Waldron Island and discuss the 2025 Second Budget Amendment. The body will also review financial reports and consider several grant applications and ordinances.

• Public hearing on surplus gravel disposal and a multi-year extraction lease on Waldron Island
• 2025 Second Budget Amendment involving emergency and supplemental appropriations
• Proposed direct sale of a portion of Tax Parcel No. 152232006 on Decatur Island
• Discussion of a Wildlife Protection Ordinance
• Community Development Block Grant application for Lopez Food Center

The council unanimously approved the Housing Advisory Committee’s funding recommendations for the Emergency Rental Assistance program. It also approved a grant application for integrated water resources planning and a resolution updating the Marine Resources Committee’s operating standards and adding a youth member. Public hearings were scheduled for the Decatur Island tax parcel sale, the Lopez Food Center CDBG application, and the 2025 docket update. Committee appointments and reappointments were also approved.

• Approved Emergency Rental Assistance funding allocations (ALL AYES)
• Approved grant pursuit for integrated water resources planning (ALL AYES)
• Approved resolution updating Marine Resources Committee standards and adding youth member (ALL AYES)
• Set public hearing for Decatur Island tax parcel sale on Sep 9, 2025 (ALL AYES)
• Set public hearing for Lopez Food Center CDBG application on Aug 26, 2025 (ALL AYES)
• Set public hearing for 2025 docket update on Oct 7, 2025 (ALL AYES)
• Approved committee appointments and reappointments (ALL AYES)
• Approved consent agenda (ALL AYES)

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will hold a work session covering several discussion items, including a partnership presentation on 2026 legislative priorities, updates on conservation collaborations, crime statistics, recycling reforms, and infrastructure projects. An executive session is scheduled to address potential litigation with legal counsel. Public comment is limited to three minutes per participant.

• Discussion of 2026 Legislative Priorities – presentation by Josh Weiss, Columbia Policy Advisors
• Conservation Land Bank and San Juan County Preservation Trust collaboration – Lincoln Bormann and Angela Anderson
• 2024 Sheriff’s Office Crime Statistics Overview – Eric Peter
• Recycling Reform Act discussion – Katie Fleming
• Killebrew Rd/Bayhead Creek Culvert Replacement update – Tyler Davis

The San Juan County Council called the work session to order and approved the agenda as presented. Council members discussed updates on conservation, crime statistics, recycling, a culvert replacement, mooring buoys, and 2026 legislative priorities. An executive session was held to consult legal counsel about potential litigation. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

Environmental Stewardship

The committee will hold a vote for a vice chair and approve minutes from the May 22, 2025, meeting. Members will also discuss a program update regarding engagement, roundtable development, and funding.

• Vice chair nominations and vote
• Climate and Sustainability Program update on funding and engagement
• Approval of May 22, 2025, meeting minutes

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold two public hearings. The first is a conditional use permit request by Seth Bundy and Angie Light for a daycare at 3043 Cattle Point Rd, San Juan Island (file LANDUSE-25-0005). The second is a shoreline substantial development permit request by James Cullinan and the David & Cynthia Holly Trust for a joint‑use dock at 214 and 160 Myers Rd, San Juan Island (file LANDUSE-24-0044). Staff reports and exhibits are available online.

• Conditional use permit for daycare at 3043 Cattle Point Rd (file LANDUSE-25-0005)
• Shoreline substantial development permit for joint‑use dock at 214 and 160 Myers Rd (file LANDUSE-24-0044)

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The Lopez Village Planning Review Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss traffic circulation, and review a permit for the Lopez Food Center.

• Approval of June 2025 minutes
• Traffic Circulation Discussion with Public Works
• Review of Lopez Food Center SEPA Determination (MDNS)

The Lopez Village Planning and Review Committee approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved a motion to send a comment letter to Darcie Nielsen about the Lopez Food Center SEPA determination, again unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending comment letter to Darcie Nielsen on Lopez Food Center SEPA (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Annual Docket. It will receive a status update on the county’s 2025 Comprehensive Plan. The commission will review two land‑use map amendments: the Shaw Island Essential Public Facility amendment and the Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort amendment.

• Public hearing on the 2025 Annual Docket – Colin Maycock, Planner IV
• 2025 Comprehensive Plan status update – Sophia Cassam, Planner III
• LANDUSE-25-0050 Public Works Shaw Island Essential Public Facility Official Map Amendment
• LANDUSE-25-0006 Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Amendment

The commission approved the June 20, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also unanimously recommended that a wording change be added to the Department of Community Development work plan. The meeting was adjourned at 10:02 a.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved June 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended wording change to DCD work plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:02 a.m. (unanimous)

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will consider and vote on a Financial and Accounting Guidelines document. The meeting includes reports on recent land acquisitions, a quarterly financial report, and updates on stewardship and outreach. Public comment periods are scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.

• Approval of Financial and Accounting Guidelines Document
• Quarterly Financial Report presented by Aaron Rock
• Directors Report – Acquisitions: Orcas Island boundary change, Blakely DNR school trust land, resale of Frazer Homestead Preserve portion to National Park Service
• Stewardship Report
• Outreach/Communications Report by Tanja Williamson

Noxious Weed Control Board

The San Juan County Noxious Weed Control Board will meet remotely to approve meeting minutes, receive updates from environmental stewardship and field staff, and discuss the budget and a sportsman's lake project.

• Approval of June 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates from Environmental Stewardship
• Field news and monthly report presentation
• Sportsman's Lake project update
• Budget status review

The board unanimously approved the June 13, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions were voted on; updates on weed control, budget, and the Sportsman Lake project were discussed but not decided.

• Approved June 13, 2025 minutes (all ayes)

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The board will discuss the 2025 Lodging Tax grant cycle timelines, fund amounts, and the work plan for the remainder of the year. Members will also review Master Plan updates and past project recipients.

• 2025 Lodging Tax grant cycle timelines and fund amounts
• Master Plan updates
• Review of past recipients and projects
• Outreach appointments for current recipients and potential applicants

Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss an initial overview of 2025 Home Fund applications and supplemental requests. Members will also review the first draft of the Five-Year Homeless Plan.

• Initial overview of Home Fund 2025 Applications
• Review of Five-Year Homeless Plan first draft
• Discussion of August Climate and Housing Roundtable

The committee approved its June 11 minutes and added an agenda item for an affordable‑housing workgroup. It recommended that the County Council approve a $283,000 supplemental funding request from the Lopez Community Land Trust. The County Council approved a conditional $800,000 grant to the Opal Community Land Trust for the Pea Patch project.

• Approved June 11 meeting minutes (motion Melora, second Farhad)
• Approved agenda amendment to discuss affordable housing workgroup (motion Nancy, second Farhad)
• Recommended County Council approve $283,000 supplemental funding for Lopez Community Land Trust (motion Melora, second Anne, carried)
• County Council approved conditional $800,000 grant to Opal Community Land Trust for Pea Patch project

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health will hold a hybrid meeting on July 16, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, and excusing absent members, followed by committee updates and departmental reports. Presentations will cover the Department Reimagining update, the Environmental Health Annual Report, and Medicaid changes from the Health Officer. No formal decisions or votes on policy items are listed.

• Approval of agenda, minutes, and excusing absent members
• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, and other committees
• Department Reimagining update presented by Director Mark Tompkins
• Environmental Health Annual Report presented by Manager Kyle Dodd
• Health Officer update on Medicaid changes presented by Amy Harley

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda by agreement. They adopted the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting after a motion by Kari McVeigh, seconded by Kyle Davies, which carried. Dr. Steven Rubey was formally excused from the meeting. The board also announced that the August meeting will not be held and the next meeting is set for September 17, 2025.

• Agenda approved (by agreement)
• June 18, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)
• Dr. Steven Rubey excused (by agreement)
• August meeting cancelled (no meeting scheduled)

County Council

The San Juan County Council will discuss budget amendments, a park district election, and various department updates. The body will also appoint members to the Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee.

• Consider Resolution for Lopez Island Park and Recreation District election
• 1st Touch 2025 Second Budget Amendment
• Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, regarding budget ordinances
• Acceptance of Blakely School Trust Land Deed
• Appoint members to Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Council adopted a resolution to call an election for forming a Lopez Island Park and Recreation District. It also approved $800,000 in supplemental funding for the OPAL Community Land Trust’s Pea Patch cottages project. The Council accepted a deed for DNR property on Blakely Island and set a public hearing for August 19 to consider two budget amendment ordinances. Committee appointments for the Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee were approved.

• Adopted Resolution for Lopez Island Park and Recreation District election (ALL AYES)
• Approved $800,000 supplemental funding for Pea Patch cottages (ALL AYES)
• Accepted deed for DNR property on Blakely Island (ALL AYES)
• Set public hearing Aug 19 to consider budget emergency and supplemental appropriations ordinances (ALL AYES)
• Approved Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee appointments (ALL AYES)
• Approved agenda as presented (ALL AYES)
• Approved June 3 and June 9-10 meeting minutes (2-0-0 and ALL AYES)
• Approved consent agenda (ALL AYES)

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Advisory Committee (MRC) will approve its agenda and June minutes, receive a NWSC report, and hear a presentation on harmful algal bloom research in Eastsound. The MRC will discuss project funding for 2025‑2027, outreach initiatives, the OPALCO tidal energy generation project, and subcommittee updates. The Local Initiatives Office (LIO) will plan a local forum for August, review PSP updates, the Healthy Shorelines Action Plan, Stormwater Strategic Initiative funding, and a forthcoming three‑year contract for LIO capacity. The Conservation Advisory Group (CAG) will provide updates on the 2025 salmon recovery grant round and plan scoring for the August 7 MRC meeting.

• Presentation: Harmful Algal Bloom Research in Eastsound – Emma Timmins‑Schiffman, UW
• Update on NWSC MRC Project Funding for 2025‑2027 and contingency planning
• Discussion of OPALCO Tidal Energy Generation Project
• Stormwater Strategic Initiative (SWSIL) direct funding for integrated watershed management
• 2025 San Juan County Salmon Recovery Grant Round updates (funding and TAG rankings)

The Marine Resources Committee approved its agenda and the June meeting minutes without amendment. Members discussed the OPALCO tidal‑energy generation project and moved to draft a letter outlining pros and cons. The committee decided to table the letter and vote on a recommendation in August after hearing additional input.

• Approved meeting agenda (no additions or edits)
• Approved June meeting minutes (Mike moved, Dave seconded, no edits)
• Motion to write OPALCO tidal‑energy project letter tabled; vote to be held in August

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates from Washington State Ferries and discuss the revised Fall 2025 schedule. Members will also examine routing decisions from July 6 regarding shifting interisland service to the mainland.

• Revised Fall 2025 schedule discussion
• Review of July 6 routing decisions shifting interisland to mainland
• Planning for Governor Ferguson’s visit
• Review of FAC Priority Tracking Sheet

San Juan Island Library

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss budget amendments and a privacy policy on library notifications. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the 2025 budget amendments and a corresponding resolution.

• Public hearing on 2025 Budget Amendments
• Budget Amendments Resolution
• Policy 4.5 – Privacy Policy on Library Notifications
• Discussion on funding sources of other libraries’ building projects
• Community Survey

Citizens Salary Commission

The Citizens Salary Commission will meet to review a staff report and discuss salaries for elected officials. The meeting includes a period for public testimony.

• Discussion of Elected Officials Salaries
• Staff report from Director of Human Resources & Risk Management
• Approval of minutes from April 4, 2024 and May 20, 2025 meetings

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will review two land‑use boundary line modification proposals (Pugh and Boone). The meeting also includes updates on EPRC recruitment, the Department of Community Development (Interim Director Mark Tompkins), the County Council (Justin Paulsen), and permits.

• Pugh – Boundary line modification (Landuse‑25‑0057)
• Boone – Boundary line modification (Landuse‑25‑0056)
• EPRC recruitment update
• Department of Community Development update (Interim DCD Director Mark Tompkins)
• Council update (Justin Paulsen)

The committee provided updates on recruiting a full‑time DCD director, a new fire marshal, and a code enforcement officer. It reviewed the status of the building advisory council, vacation‑rental caps, dock repairs, ferry contracts, and upcoming agenda items such as a dark‑skies ordinance. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

County Council

The County Council will consider scheduling a public hearing on August 5, 2025, to address surplus gravel on Waldron Island and a multi‑year gravel extraction lease. The meeting also includes a Building Advisory Council update with a new Council liaison appointment, a supplemental funding request for the OPAL Pea Patch program, and an amendment to a grant contract that reduces the award amount. Additional items are committee reappointments, new business updates, and a site visit to the public works gravel pit.

• Set public hearing for 8/5/2025, 9:15 a.m., on surplus gravel disposal and multi‑year gravel extraction lease (Waldron Island)
• Building Advisory Council update and appointment of a Council liaison
• OPAL Pea Patch supplemental funding request
• Amend Contract 25-62511-002 to reduce grant amount award
• Reappointments to Clean Water Advisory Committee, Citizen’s Salary Commission, and Marine Resources Committee

The council approved the agenda, May minutes (2-0-0 vote), and the consent agenda. It set a public hearing for August 5, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. to consider a resolution on surplus gravel on Waldron Island. The council also appointed Member Paulsen as the Building Advisory Council liaison and approved an amendment to Contract 25-6251 1‑002 that reduces the grant amount. Committee appointments for three advisory bodies were approved.

• Approved agenda as presented (all ayes)
• Approved May 13‑30, 2025 minutes (vote 2-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Aug 5, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. on surplus gravel (all ayes)
• Appointed Council Member Paulsen as liaison to Building Advisory Council (all ayes)
• Approved amendment to Contract 25-6251 1‑002 reducing grant award (all ayes)
• Approved committee appointments/reappointments for Clean Water Advisory Committee, Citizen's Salary Commission, and Marine Resources Committee (all ayes)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is continuing a public hearing regarding a land use application. The body will consider a request for a conditional use permit for a specific development project on San Juan Island.

• Conditional use permit application by Andrew Fleming for pickleball courts and restaurant with lounge facility
• Project location: East of 587 Shelter Road off of Cattle Point Road, San Juan Island (File: LANDUSE-24-0167)

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board will meet to vote on the membership of Bill Jagger and discuss a fair booth. The board is also reviewing its policies, procedures, and meeting frequency.

• Vote on new member Bill Jagger
• Discussion of fair booth
• Policies and Procedures update
• Review of voting standards on benefits for veterans
• Determination of meeting frequency

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting on June 25, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. in the small conference room at 55 Second St., Friday Harbor, both on Teams and in person. After the call to order, the meeting includes a public access period. The committee will receive an update from Jason Rogers of Washington State Ferries reviewing the non‑peak season ferry schedule for 2025‑2026.

• Call to Order
• Public Access period
• WSF update: review of 2025‑2026 non‑peak season ferry schedule (presented by Jason Rogers)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings regarding two land use permits. The body is reviewing requests for shoreline development and a shoreline variance.

• Public hearing for a shoreline substantial development permit for a residence and dock replacement at 89 Catboat Pl, Orcas Island (File: LANDUSE-25-0009)
• Public hearing for a shoreline variance permit for a residence and appurtenances at 685 Smuggler’s Cove Rd, San Juan Island (File: LANDUSE-21-0211)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a portion of the public hearing on a conditional use permit application by West Valley Holdings LLC for a concrete batch plant at 181 and 213 Saltspring Drive, San Juan Island. The meeting will also consider an appeal of the SEPA MDNS issued for that permit, filed by the Neighborhood Legal Compliance Watch. Both items will be reviewed by staff member Kyle Dodd.

• Conditional use permit (File LANDUSE-24-0161) for a concrete batch plant at 181 & 213 Saltspring Drive, West Valley Holdings LLC.
• Appeal (File APPEAL-25-0001) of the SEPA MDNS for the same permit, filed by Neighborhood Legal Compliance Watch.
• Staff report and exhibits posted online via County Document Center links.
• Hearing Examiner will appear virtually and in‑person at the County Council Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street.
• No additional agenda items listed.

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The Lopez Village Planning Review Committee will consider administrative items, including approval of the March 2025 minutes and a period for public comments. It will also review two permit applications: BUILD-25-0061 for a change of use of Weeks Garage and BUILD-25-0073 submitted by Weeks Garage LLC. The meeting will be held online via Microsoft Teams and in person at the Lopez Island Library.

• Approval of March 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments period
• Review of BUILD-25-0061 Weeks Garage Change of Use permit
• Review of BUILD-25-0073 Weeks Garage LLC application

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive briefings on the 2025 Annual Docket and the updated Draft Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a review of edits made to the Comprehensive Plan since May 16, 2025.

• Briefing on the 2025 Annual Docket
• Review of updated Draft Comprehensive Plan edits

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 16 meeting with four yes votes and one abstention. It moved the Annual Docket hearing to July 18, 2025. The commission adopted several updated land‑use, utilities and housing policies, including new renewable‑energy provisions, all by unanimous or consensus vote.

• Approved May 16, 2025 minutes (4 yes, 1 abstain)
• Moved Annual Docket hearing to July 18, 2025 (consensus)
• Accepted Land Use Policies, including modified Policy LU 4.1 and new Policy LU 20.8 (unanimous)
• Changed term “Agrivoltaic” to “Agrisolar” in Land Use policies (unanimous)
• Accepted Utility Policies, adding wording to Policy 4.5 (consensus)
• Adopted new Utilities Policy 6.10 Streamlined Renewable Permitting (unanimous)
• Adopted Housing Goal H 11 Co‑Living in Rural Lands (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:48 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to receive annual reports from the Human Services and Community Health Services managers. The meeting also includes updates from the Health Officer regarding vaccine preventable diseases and reports from various committees.

• Human Services Annual Report presented by Jami Mitchell
• Community Health Services Annual Report presented by Jessica Nye
• Health Officer updates on Vaccine Preventable Diseases from Amy Harley
• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, NSBH-ASO, NWRC, and NOAT

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda by agreement. It then approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting. It also approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting, with one member abstaining. No other actions were taken.

• Agenda approved by agreement
• April 17, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)
• May 21, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried; 1 abstention)

Board of Equalization

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hold a hearing on five property tax assessment petitions. The petitions are numbered 2024-063, 2024-077, 2024-082, 2024-058, and 2024-061, with owners listed as Peter B. Wold; August and Ellyn Swanson Family LLC; Peter Ways Family LLC; Barry and Joyce Gehl; and Erik John Akin Oaksen (Gregory John Oaksen). The hearing is scheduled for June 17, 2025, from 9:00 am to 11:45 am at the Large Legislative Conference Room in Friday Harbor and via Microsoft Teams.

• Petition 2024-063 – Owner: Peter B. Wold – Parcel No. 462721004000
• Petition 2024-077 – Owner: August and Ellyn Swanson Family LLC – Parcel No. 462721004000
• Petition 2024-082 – Owner: Peter Ways Family LLC – Parcel No. 462721004000
• Petition 2024-058 – Owner: Barry and Joyce Gehl – Parcel No. 160953003000
• Petition 2024-061 – Owner: Erik John Akin Oaksen (Gregory John Oaksen) – Parcel No. 160650003000

On June 17, 2025, the San Juan County Board of Equalization heard four petitions requesting changes to property tax valuations. The board sustained the assessed values for two parcels (Barry and Joyce Gehl at $1,766,582; Erik John Akin Oaksen at $939,110) with no change. It reduced the assessed value for three parcels (August and Ellyn Swanson Family LLC, Peter Ways Family LLC, and Peter B. Wold) from $907,880 to $837,880 each. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Petition 2024-058: Value sustained at $1,766,582
• Petition 2024-061: Value sustained at $939,110
• Petition 2024-077: Value changed from $907,880 to $837,880
• Petition 2024-082: Value changed from $907,880 to $837,880
• Petition 2024-063: Value changed from $907,880 to $837,880

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board will meet to receive updates from Environmental Stewardship and field staff. The board will discuss a monthly report and provide updates on Sportsman’s Lake and flame weeders.

• Review of May 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Sportsman’s Lake update
• Flame weeder update
• Budget status review

The board unanimously approved the May 2, 2025 meeting minutes. The board instructed staff to contact upper management about the Sportsman Lake SEPA determination delay. Staff were also tasked with sending board‑application materials to a prospective member.

• Approved May 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to communicate with upper management about Sportsman Lake SEPA delay
• Tasked staff to send board application materials to Adam Martin
• Noted draft flame‑weeder procedure is pending fire‑marshal approval (no formal vote)
• Reviewed budget status showing 21.98% of annual budget spent as of June 3

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from staff and subcommittees. The group will discuss a Climate Action Plan and a 6PPD stormwater research grant opportunity.

• USGS Report update
• Climate Action Plan Round Table
• 6PPD Stormwater Research Grant Opportunity
• Strategies for active capture of rainfall for aquifer recharge
• Vacant membership seats for District 1, District 2, and District 3

The committee approved the June 12 agenda and the April 17 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on engineering staffing, water certificate applications, and USGS groundwater modeling. Members discussed a proposed climate‑water round table, a 6PPD storm‑water research grant, and strategies for aquifer recharge. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved June 12 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 17 minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The meeting will provide an update on the status of tasks in the SWISS Strategic Plan. WSAC staff will present the update, and SWISS members will identify and discuss potential plan modifications. A roundtable discussion will follow. The session will close with a review of new tasks.

• SWISS Strategic Plan status update by WSAC staff
• Discussion of potential modifications to the SWISS Strategic Plan
• Roundtable discussion among SWISS members
• Review of new tasks
• Approval of agenda

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will discuss Memorial Day issues on Lopez and farmer loading priorities for livestock. Island updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw will be presented. The committee will review the Winter Survey Final Report and the FAC Priority Tracking Sheet before adjourning.

• Memorial Day Issues on Lopez
• Farmer priority loading for livestock
• Island Updates – San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw
• Winter Survey Final Report Review
• Review and discuss FAC Priority Tracking Sheet

Housing Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. The body will discuss emergency rental assistance programs and supplemental requests for the Home Fund.

• 2025 Emergency Rental Assistance Programs
• Home Fund Supplemental Requests
• Community Compensation Plan Draft Document

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold a public comment period followed by a legislative session recap. During the public hearing segment, the Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including one on vacation rental permits and another on parking and moorage infractions. Additional items include a resolution to vacate Fairgrounds Road and authorizations for state aid to conservation and salmon recovery projects. The meeting will also set a public hearing date for forming a Lopez Island Park and Recreation District and discuss updates on the Lopez Sheriff substation and travel policy.

• Ordinance to amend vacation rental permits in Eastsound Village Commercial and Lopez Village Commercial designations
• Resolution to vacate Fairgrounds Road on San Juan Island
• Ordinance amending parking and moorage infraction codes
• Resolution authorizing application for state aid to the Coho Preserve project (Project #25-1087)
• Resolution authorizing application for state aid to the 2025‑2027 Salmon Recovery Project (Project #25-1266P)

The San Juan County Council adopted an ordinance establishing vacation‑rental permits in the Eastsound Village Commercial and Lopez Village Commercial designations. It also vacated Fairgrounds Road, adopted a parking and moorage infractions ordinance, approved two state recreation‑conservation funding authorizations, set a public hearing for a Lopez Island park district petition, and amended the county travel and meal policy. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted Vacation Rental Permit Ordinance for Eastsound and Lopez villages; ALL AYES
• Adopted Resolution Vacating Fairgrounds Road on San Juan Island; ALL AYES
• Adopted Parking and Moorage Infractions Ordinance amending SJCC 10.04.040 and 10.28.00; ALL AYES
• Approved RCO Applicant Resolution Authorization for Project #25-1087 Coho Preserve; ALL AYES
• Approved RCO Applicant Resolution Authorization for Project #25-1266P Salmon Recovery Project; ALL AYES
• Approved Resolution calling public hearing on Lopez Island Park and Recreation District petition (hearing set July 15, 2025); ALL AYES
• Approved Resolution amending the San Juan County Travel and Meal Policy; ALL AYES

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct hearings on four specific property tax petitions. The board will review appeals from property owners regarding parcel valuations.

• Petition 2023-152: Michael and Kristen Redman (Parcel 462713003000)
• Petition 2024-055: Kristina Jean Kull (Parcel 351163031000)
• Petition 2024-050: Jeffrey and Claire Arrowsmith (Parcel 263050018000)
• Petition 2024-090: Jeffrey and Claire Arrowsmith (Parcel 263050019000)

The Board of Equalization reviewed four tax petitions on June 10, 2025. It sustained the assessed values for three parcels and reduced the value for one parcel. The sustained values were $1,004,162, $2,772,670, and $3,591,690. The reduced value changed from $789,150 to $769,150.

• Sustained assessed value $1,004,162 for parcel 462713003000 (Michael and Kristin Redman)
• Sustained assessed value $2,772,670 for parcel 263050018000 (Jeffrey and Claire Arrowsmith)
• Reduced assessed value to $769,150 (down from $789,150) for parcel 351163031000 (Kristina Jean Kull)
• Sustained assessed value $3,591,690 for parcel 263050019000 (Jeffrey and Claire Arrowsmith)

General

The San Juan Island Library District Board will discuss a new Student Access Card program and review a consultant project proposal. It will also receive updates on ongoing projects and the director’s evaluation process. Routine items such as expense claim transmittals and departmental reports will be presented.

• Student Access Card Program / Agreement
• Consultant Project Proposal
• Project Planning Updates (Old Business)
• Director’s Evaluation Process (Old Business)
• Bills – Expense Claim Transmittals Packet (Consent Agenda)

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council work session will feature discussion updates on the America 250 project, the Language Access Program, the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiative, the Opioid Settlement Project, a Code Revision, and a Food System Plan presentation. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for informational discussion. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per participant.

• America 250 Update – presented by Erin Andrews
• Language Access Program update – presented by Erin Andrews and Kyra Jahanfar
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB) Update – presented by Matthew Bullock
• Opioid Settlement Project Update – presented by Mark Tompkins and Amy Vira
• Code Revision update – presented by Amy Vira

The council met on June 9, 2025, and approved the agenda with no changes. Council members discussed updates on America 250, the Language Access Program, DEIB, the Opioid Settlement Project, a code revision, and the Food System Plan. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 12:05 PM.

• Agenda approved (no changes reported)
• Meeting adjourned

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will discuss proposals for new programming, including school‑based mental health services, and will review options for third‑party billing of local private providers. The meeting will also cover guest participation for future meetings, a report from the Human Services Manager and Coordinator, and a public comment period before adjourning.

• New programming and school‑based mental health proposals
• Third‑party billing options for local private providers
• Guest options for upcoming meetings
• Human Services Manager and Coordinator reporting
• Public comment period

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April meeting. Members discussed a request for proposal from Orcas schools for additional funding, noting uncertainty about state and sales‑tax revenues. The board expressed support for the RFP, contingent on future budget availability, but no formal approval was recorded. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Board will meet to discuss monthly reports and provide updates on weed control efforts. The meeting includes updates on Sportsman’s Lake and flame weeders, as well as a review of the budget status.

• Sportsman’s Lake update
• Flame weeder update
• Budget status review
• Monthly report presentation

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to advise on land use and development matters. The primary item for review is a short subdivision application for the OPAL Pea Patch.

• Short subdivision application LANDUSE-25-0033 (OPAL Pea Patch)

The committee approved the May 2025 minutes without changes. Jason Bradshaw was reappointed to the Eastsound Planning Review Committee and confirmed as chair. Morgan Meadows was appointed as a member of the committee.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (no changes)
• Reappointed Jason Bradshaw to EPRC board and as chair
• Appointed Morgan Meadows to EPRC

Environmental Stewardship

The MRC, LIO, and CAG committees are meeting to discuss marine stewardship and environmental grants. The agenda includes a review of the OPALCO Tidal Generation Project and funding for 6PPD stormwater research.

• Discussion of MRC comments on the OPALCO Tidal Generation Project
• Presentation on funding for 6PPD Stormwater Research from the Dept of Ecology
• Update on NWSC Grant Submission for 2025-2027
• Updates on Salmon Recovery Funding in the 2025-2027 State Budget
• Planning for the San Juan Local Forum at the August 20-21 Leadership Council Meeting

The Marine Advisory Committee approved its meeting agenda and the March meeting minutes without amendment. The committee voted to recommend that Karin Roemers‑Kleven be reappointed to the MRC, with all members in favor. Craig Smith announced he will not seek renewal of his term.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Karin Roemers‑Kleven to MRC (unanimous)

County Council

The San Juan County Council will consider budget amendments for 2024 and 2025, an ordinance regarding sales tax revenue allocation, and a public hearing on siting a public works facility on Shaw Island. A public hearing regarding a lease for the Orcas Power and Light Cooperative on Decatur Island has been cancelled.

• Cancelled Public Hearing: Lease of Public Works Yard on Decatur Island to Orcas Power and Light Cooperative
• Public Hearing: Siting an Essential Public Facility for County Operations on Shaw Island
• Public Hearing: Revising the San Juan County 2025 Budget for Beginning Cash Balances
• Public Hearing: Revising the San Juan County 2024 Budget for Emergency Appropriations
• Public Hearing: Revising the San Juan County 2025 Budget for Supplemental Appropriations

The council adopted an Ordinance Regarding Siting an Essential Public Facility for San Juan County Operations on Shaw Island, authorizing a site‑specific land‑use designation change. It also adopted a Resolution for planning County property at 1385 Blind Bay Road and three budget amendment ordinances (beginning cash balances, emergency appropriations, supplemental appropriations). Additionally, the council adopted an ordinance allocating sales and use tax revenues to finance public facilities. All actions passed with a 2:0:0 vote while Council Member Jane Fuller was excused.

• Adopted Ordinance for essential public facility on Shaw Island, vote 2:0:0 (Ms. Fuller excused.)
• Adopted Resolution for planning County property at 1385 Blind Bay Road, vote 2:0:0 (Ms. Fuller excused.)
• Adopted Ordinance revising 2025 Budget for Beginning Cash Balances, vote 2:0:0 (Ms. Fuller excused.)
• Adopted Ordinance revising 2025 Budget for Emergency Appropriations, vote 2:0:0 (Ms. Fuller excused.)
• Adopted Ordinance revising 2025 Budget for Supplemental Appropriations, vote 2:0:0 (Ms. Fuller excused.)
• Adopted Ordinance allocating sales and use tax revenues for financing public facilities, vote 2:0:0 (Ms. Fuller excused.)

Veterans Advisory Board

The San Juan County Veterans Advisory Board will verify quorum, approve the agenda, and adopt the minutes from the March meeting. Members will welcome visitors and new board members, discuss a fair booth item, and consider a new applicant from Lopez Island. The board will also review updates to its policies and procedures before adjourning.

• Approve minutes of the March meeting
• New applicant for the Veterans Advisory Board from Lopez Island
• Policies and procedures update
• Fair booth (unfinished business)

County Council Special Session

The San Juan County Council will meet to discuss and potentially cancel a public hearing scheduled for June 3, 2025. The hearing concerns a resolution to authorize a multi-year lease of the Public Works Yard on Decatur Island to the Orcas Power and Light Cooperative.

• Proposed cancellation of June 3, 2025, public hearing regarding the Public Works Yard on Decatur Island lease to Orcas Power and Light Cooperative

The council approved the agenda as presented. It then moved and seconded a motion to cancel the June 3, 2025, 9:15 a.m. continued public hearing that was to consider a resolution authorizing a multi‑year lease of the Public Works Yard on Decatur Island to Orcas Power and Light Cooperative. The motion passed with a 2‑0‑0 vote (Councilmember Fuller excused).

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Cancelled June 3, 2025 public hearing to consider Decatur Island lease (2-0-0, motion carried)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct hearings on four specific tax petitions. The board will review appeals regarding property valuations for the listed parcels.

• Petition 2024-089: Snorsky Improvements (Parcel 461550029000)
• Petition 2024-091: Friday’s Historic Inn 2 LLC (Parcel 351491025000)
• Petition 2024-092: Friday’s Historic Inn 2 LLC (Parcel 351491026000)
• Petition 2024-093: Friday’s Historic Inn 2 LLC (Parcel 351455006000)

The San Juan County Board of Equalization heard petition 2024-089 from Snorsky Improvements for parcel 461550029000. The board sustained a reduced assessed value, changing it from $1,957,350 to $1,705,020. No vote tally was recorded.

• Reduced assessed value to $1,705,020 (no vote tally recorded)

Environmental Stewardship

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will hear updates on the county’s transfer station and solid‑waste programs, followed by a legislative overview from the Washington Association of Counties and an information session on the state Recycling Reform Act. Additional updates will be provided by the Washington State Department of Ecology and the county’s solid‑waste staff. The meeting will conclude with public comments.

• Transfer Station Updates (Rick Carr, Troy Lautenbach, Pete Moe)
• 2025 Legislative Overview (Travis Dutton, WA Association of Counties Solid Waste Program)
• Recycling Reform Act Information Session (Janine Bogar, Environmental Planner; Daniel Weston, Statewide Recycling Coordinator, WA Dept. of Ecology)
• Washington State Department of Ecology Update (Katie Jerauld)
• San Juan County Solid Waste Program Updates – Sutton Master Plan, Solid Waste Management Plan, GICU Recap, HHW Events

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings for four land use permit applications. These include requests for a residential dock, fuel storage facilities, and a recreational complex.

• Shoreline substantial development permit for a single-family dock at 977 White Point Rd
• Conditional use permit for Harbor Propane, LLC bulk and outside storage at 186 Gravel Pit Road
• Conditional use permit for Harbor Propane, LLC bulk and outdoor storage at 2165 West Valley Road
• Conditional use permit for pickle ball courts and restaurant with lounge east of 587 Shelter Road

Board of Equalization

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hold a hearing on May 27, 2025. The meeting will consider five petitions (2024-084 to 2024-088) submitted by property owners for possible tax adjustments. Each petition lists the owner, parcel number, and the appointed appraiser. No other agenda items are listed.

• Petition 2024-084 – Frank Rohm, parcel 272621004000, appraiser Steven Hudson
• Petition 2024-086 – Jana Allen, parcel 250123008000, appraiser Liesl Mordhorst
• Petition 2024-087 – Jason and Whitney Reisinger, parcel 240850043000, appraiser Liesl Mordhorst
• Petition 2024-088 – Mark and Erika Hanson, parcel 173051037000, appraiser Steven Hudson

The Board of Equalization heard four petitions on May 27, 2025. It sustained the assessed values of $1,370,330 for Frank Rohm, $516,990 for Jana Allen, and $906,130 for Mark and Erika Hanson. It changed the assessed value for Jason and Whitney Reisinger from $857,160 to $817,000.

• Sustained assessed value $1,370,330 for Frank Rohm (Petition 2024-084)
• Sustained assessed value $516,990 for Jana Allen (Petition 2024-086)
• Changed assessed value from $857,160 to $817,000 for Jason and Whitney Reisinger (Petition 2024-087)
• Sustained assessed value $906,130 for Mark and Erika Hanson (Petition 2024-088)

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The Lopez Village Planning Review Committee will consider approval of the April 2025 meeting minutes. The committee will review permit BUILD-25-0061, a change‑of‑use application for the Weeks Garage. The agenda also includes standard administrative items, a public comments period, and an adjournment.

• Approve April 2025 meeting minutes
• Review permit BUILD-25-0061 Weeks Garage change of use (site plan and floor plan linked)
• Public comments period
• Agenda additions or modifications

The Lopez Village Planning and Review Committee approved the meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The committee also adjourned the meeting unanimously. No action was taken on the public comments, the Weeks Garage change‑of‑use permit, or the future agenda items.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• No action on public comments
• No action on Weeks Garage change‑of‑use permit
• No action on future agenda items

Board of Equalization

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hold a hearing on May 22, 2025. Six petitions are scheduled, each listed with a petition number, owner name, parcel number, and appraiser. The agenda provides the time slots for each petition. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Petition 2023-075 – Bradley Husick and Gail Clayton Husick – Parcel 262842003000 – Appraiser Liesl Mordhorst (9:00‑9:30 AM)
• Petition 2024-076 – BL Berger LLC (Rory Berger) – Parcel 352641006000 – Appraiser Joe Hornbuckle (9:45‑10:15 AM, stipulated)
• Petition 2024-081 – Dina and Jerry Johnson – Parcel 262722005000 – Appraiser Joe Hornbuckle (10:30‑11:00 AM)
• Petition 2024-083 – Gary and Valerie Jusela – Parcel 171750022000 – Appraiser Steven Hudson (11:15‑11:45 AM, stipulated)

The Board of Equalization sustained the assessed value of $945,250 for the Husick parcel (262842003000). It changed the assessed value for the Johnson parcel (262722005000) from $2,647,430 to $2,100,000. No other actions were taken.

• Sustained value $945,250 for parcel 262842003000 (Bradley Husick and Gail Clayton Husick TTEES)
• Changed value for parcel 262722005000 (Dina and Jerry Johnson) from $2,647,430 to $2,100,000

General

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will meet to review a report on a winter schedule survey, receive updates from Washington State Ferries, and discuss priorities for the committee.

• Review of Winter Schedule Survey Report
• WSF Updates from Tally Teal
• Island Updates (San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw)
• Council Update from Justin Paulsen
• Review of FAC Priority Tracking Sheet

Environmental Stewardship

The San Juan County Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting on May 22, 2025. The committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting. It will receive a program update and discuss funding strategies and draft topics for resilience roundtables. Liaison representatives will give brief overviews of their current and upcoming work.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Approve March 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Climate and Sustainability Program update
• Discussion on funding strategies
• Draft topics for Resilience Roundtables

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 27 2025 minutes (with suggested amendments) by motion. Two members, Jerry Whitfield and Michael Shanks, were recognized as term‑out and their positions were declared open through May 31. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved March 27 2025 minutes with amendments (motion passed)
• Opened two committee seats after members term‑out

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The San Juan County Lodging Tax Advisory Board holds a special meeting on May 21, 2025. The agenda includes introducing new member Anna Maria de Freitas, reviewing updates to lodging tax applications, and discussing updates to the Lodging Tax Master Plan. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates on affordable housing and local food systems. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Department Reimagining Project.

• Affordable Housing update from Coordinator Ryan Page
• Food Systems update featuring FH Food Bank, LIFRC, and Orcas Food Bank
• Department Reimagining Project presentation by Director Mark Tompkins

The board approved the meeting agenda by agreement. Approval of the previous meeting minutes was deferred because a quorum was not present. Absent members were formally excused. The update on the Department Reimagining Project was postponed until July.

• Agenda approved (by agreement)
• Approval of minutes deferred (no quorum)
• Absent members excused
• Department Reimagining Project update deferred to July

County Council

The San Juan County Council will consider a resolution authorizing a multi‑year lease of the Public Works Yard on Decatur Island to the Orcas Power and Light Cooperative. It will also hear an ordinance to site an essential public facility on Shaw Island, a resolution to vacate Fairgrounds Road on San Juan Island, and a resolution opposing new offshore oil and gas leasing in the 2024–2029 program. The meeting includes routine approvals, new employee introductions, and an executive session on potential litigation and real‑estate actions.

• Resolution authorizing a multi‑year lease of the Public Works Yard on Decatur Island to Orcas Power and Light Cooperative
• Ordinance to site an essential public facility for San Juan County operations on Shaw Island
• Resolution to vacate Fairgrounds Road on San Juan Island (public hearing set for June 10, 2025)
• Resolution opposing inclusion of new offshore oil and gas leasing in the 2024–2029 National Outer Continental Shelf program
• Cancelled public hearing on the ordinance allocating sales and use tax revenues for public facilities (rescheduled for June 3, 2025)

The San Juan County Council adopted a resolution opposing the inclusion of new offshore oil and gas leasing in the 2024‑2029 National Outer Continental Shelf program, voting 2‑0‑0. The Council also scheduled a public hearing for June 10, 2025 to consider vacating Fairgrounds Road on San Juan Island, and continued two separate public hearings to the next meeting on June 3, 2025. Committee appointments and reappointments were approved, and the agenda, minutes, and consent agenda were ratified.

• Adopted resolution opposing new offshore oil and gas leasing (vote 2-0-0)
• Scheduled public hearing on June 10, 2025 to consider Resolution Vacating Fairgrounds Road (vote 2-0-0)
• Continued public hearing on Decatur Island lease to next meeting (vote 2-0-0)
• Continued public hearing on Shaw Island essential facility ordinance to next meeting (vote 2-0-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (vote 2-0-0)
• Approved April 21‑22, 2025 minutes (vote 2-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda (vote 2-0-0)
• Approved committee appointments and reappointments (vote 2-0-0)

Board of Equalization

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hear appeals regarding the assessed value of four properties on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The hearing is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM in the Large Legislative Conference Room in Friday Harbor. The meeting will also be available via Microsoft Teams.

• Hear appeal for Eastsound Physical Therapy Properties LLC (Petition 2023-070)
• Hear appeal for Mark Dunn and Retta Ziegler Dunn (Petition 2024-071)
• Hear appeal for Fishermans Bay Real Estate Holding LLC (Petition 2024-072)
• Hear appeal for Joseph Clough and Catherine Lott (Petition 2024-073)
• Meeting held at 350 Court St. No. 2/55 2nd St. N, Friday Harbor, WA

On May 20, 2025, the San Juan County Board of Equalization reviewed four petitions and sustained the assessed values for each property. The sustained values are $660,690 for Eastsound Physical Therapy Properties LLC, $2,600,080 for Mark Dunn and Retta Ziegler Dunn, $1,792,670 for Fishermans Bay Real Estate Holding LLC, and $501,370 for Joseph Clough and Catherine Lott. These values determine the property tax amounts the owners will owe.

• Sustained value $660,690 for Eastsound Physical Therapy Properties LLC
• Sustained value $2,600,080 for Mark Dunn and Retta Ziegler Dunn
• Sustained value $1,792,670 for Fishermans Bay Real Estate Holding LLC
• Sustained value $501,370 for Joseph Clough and Catherine Lott

Citizens Salary Commission

The San Juan County Citizens Salary Commission meets on May 20, 2025 in Friday Harbor. The meeting will review and approve minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting, allow public testimony, receive a staff report, discuss elected officials' salaries, and schedule future meetings. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Review and approval of minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting
• Public testimony period
• Staff report from Human Resources & Risk Management
• Discussion of elected officials' salaries
• Scheduling of next meetings and topics

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive an initial briefing on the 2025 Annual Docket. The body will also receive a briefing from Otak, Inc. regarding the updated Draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Initial briefing on the 2025 Annual Docket
• Briefing on the updated Draft Comprehensive Plan by Sarah Diekroeger of Otak, Inc.

The Planning Commission approved the March 21, 2025 meeting minutes with four votes in favor and one abstention. By consensus, the commission scheduled a hearing for the 2025 Annual Docket on June 20, 2025. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 21, 2025 minutes (4 yes, 1 abstain)
• Set hearing date June 20, 2025 for 2025 Annual Docket (by consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Landbank Commission

The Land Bank Commission will approve the minutes from the April 18, 2025 meeting and receive updates from partners and the county council. Commissioners will discuss a letter about Americorps defunding and review draft financial guidelines. A major agenda item is the report on recent acquisitions and sales, such as the Frazer lot sale to the National Park Service and other property transactions. The meeting also includes reports on tribal framework, stewardship, and upcoming community outreach.

• Approve April 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of letter regarding Americorps defunding
• Draft financial guidelines discussion
• Acquisitions/Sales – Frazer lot sale to National Park Service
• Community Conversation outreach event scheduled for May 28

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee Surface Water Subcommittee will hear updates on 2025 Capital Improvement Program projects and a check‑in on the comprehensive plan. New business includes an introduction and Q&A with the WRIA 2 Water Master. The meeting also provides housekeeping notices about upcoming water users meetings and the next full committee session.

• 2025 CIP Project Updates – presented by Tyler Davis
• Comprehensive Plan Check‑in – presented by Kim Sundberg
• Intro/Q&A with WRIA 2 Water Master – Jeff Cedarbaum
• Doe Bay Water Users Meeting scheduled for May 18, 9 am
• Reminder of full CWAC meeting on June 12

The Surface Water Subcommittee gave updates on several CIP restoration projects, including planting, maintenance, and the Bayhead‑Killebrew culvert replacement. Members discussed funding concerns for AmeriCorps, supplier availability for plant materials, and the upcoming draft comprehensive plan water element. The committee also consulted with Ecology Water Master Jeff Cedarbaum about water‑right negotiations and possible instream‑flow studies. No formal decisions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded.

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to hear three property tax petitions. One scheduled hearing for petition 2024-066 has been withdrawn.

• Petition 2024-065: Terence Archer and Heike Uhlig (Parcel 253424002000)
• Petition 2024-068: Richard C. Pederson TTEE (Parcel 363250001000)
• Petition 2024-069: Richard C. Pederson TTEE (Parcel 363250006000)
• Withdrawal of Petition 2024-066: Mark Sheppard

The San Juan County Board of Equalization held hearings on three tax petitions on May 15, 2025. It sustained the assessed value of $724,530 for Terence Archer and Heike Uhlig’s parcel 253424002000. It sustained the assessed value of $735,700 for Richard C. Pederson’s parcel 363250001000. It sustained the assessed value of $133,960 for Richard C. Pederson’s parcel 363250006000.

• Sustained assessed value $724,530 for parcel 253424002000 (Archer/Uhlig)
• Sustained assessed value $735,700 for parcel 363250001000 (Pederson)
• Sustained assessed value $133,960 for parcel 363250006000 (Pederson)

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan Ferry Advisory Committee will hold a hybrid meeting on May 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM in the Small Conference Room, Friday Harbor. The agenda includes a call to order, introductions, approval of minutes, a public access time, and a discussion of island updates and issues. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinance actions are listed. The chair may reorder agenda items as needed.

• Call to order, introductions, approval of minutes
• Public access time
• Island updates and issues
• Adjourn

County Council

The San Juan County Council will discuss potential changes to vacation rental permits and parking and moorage infractions. The body is also acting on the appointment of a coroner and various committee memberships. A public hearing for the 2025 1st Budget Amendment has been cancelled and rescheduled for June 3, 2025.

• Proposed public hearing for June 10 regarding vacation rental permits in Eastsound Village Commercial and Lopez Village Commercial designations
• Draft ordinance regarding infractions for parking and moorage
• Appointment of a coroner pursuant to RCW 36.16.030
• Amendment to the Washington State Department of Commerce Emergency Rapid Response Grant Program agreement
• Appointment of members to the Fair Board, Eastsound Planning Review Committee, and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The council approved an amendment to the Emergency Rapid Response Grant, reducing the award to $850,000. It set public hearings for vacation‑rental and parking‑moorage ordinances on June 10, 2025. The council also appointed a member to the Northwest Clean Air Agency Board and adopted a resolution appointing a San Juan County coroner. All motions passed unanimously (2‑0‑0) with one member excused.

• Approved grant amendment reducing award to $850,000 (2:0:0)
• Set public hearing June 10, 2025 for Vacation Rental Permits ordinance (2:0:0)
• Set public hearing June 10, 2025 for Parking and Moorage infractions ordinance (2:0:0)
• Appointed Chair McVeigh to Northwest Clean Air Agency Board (2:0:0)
• Adopted resolution appointing a San Juan County Coroner (2:0:0)
• Cancelled May 20 public hearing on sales‑tax revenue allocation and rescheduled to June 3, 2025 (2:0:0)
• Approved committee appointments for Fair Board, Eastsound Planning Review Committee, and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (2:0:0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to hear four specific tax petitions. The body will review appeals regarding property appraisals for the listed parcels.

• Petition 2024-023: 97 Neil Bay LLC (Parcel 461451004000)
• Petition 2024-078: August and Ellyn Swanson Family LLC (Parcel 462724001000)
• Petition 2024-064: Jason and Debra Decker (Parcel 141921001000)
• Petition 2024-021: Gregory Sawyer and Janice Williams (Parcel 160433003000)

The Board of Equalization lowered the assessed value of the Gregory Sawyer and Janice Williams parcel from $2,141,870 to $1,883,700 and reduced the August and Ellyn Swanson Family LLC parcel from $1,528,800 to $1,334,240. It kept the existing values for 97 Neil Bay LLC at $986,260 and for Jason and Debra Decker at $3,207,020. No other actions were taken.

• Reduced Sawyer/Williams parcel value to $1,883,700 (from $2,141,870)
• Sustained 97 Neil Bay LLC parcel value at $986,260
• Sustained Decker parcel value at $3,207,020
• Reduced Swanson Family LLC parcel value to $1,334,240 (from $1,528,800)

San Juan Island Library

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss project planning, strategic planning, and insurance proceeds. The meeting includes reports from library leadership and the IT administrator.

• Project planning updates
• Strategic planning
• Insurance proceeds
• Director’s contract and resolution
• IMLS / State Library update

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will discuss canceling a May 13 public hearing regarding the 2025 1st Budget Amendment and rescheduling it for June 3, 2025. The meeting also includes briefings on tribal engagement, utilities planning, and environmental programs.

• Proposed rescheduling of public hearing for 2025 1st Budget Amendment to June 3, 2025
• Discussion on Draft Comp Plan Element 8: Utilities
• Tribal Engagement Update from the Department of Environmental Stewardship
• Discussion on County Environmental Programs
• Executive Session regarding litigation or potential litigation

The council moved to cancel the public hearing scheduled for May 13, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. on the 2025 1st Budget Amendment and to reschedule it for June 3, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. The motion was moved by Justin Paulsen, seconded by Kari McVeigh, and passed with a vote of 2:0:0 (Councilmember Jane Fuller was excused). No other actions were taken.

• Cancelled May 13, 2025 budget hearing and rescheduled to June 3, 2025 (2:0:0)

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes. It will discuss new program proposals and review existing contracts through an RFP review. The Human Services Manager and Coordinator will give reports, and the board will hear public comments before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Discussion of new programs and review of current contracts (RFP)
• Human Services Manager and Coordinator reporting
• Public comment period

The Human Services Advisory Board approved its meeting agenda. The board also approved the February meeting minutes with changes. No other substantive actions were voted on during this session.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February minutes with changes (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Fair Board will meet to review updates on the circus, vendor numbers, and the Pig War Picnic. The board will also receive reports from the Council Liaison and 4-H Director.

• Circus update
• Vendor numbers comparison to last year
• Pig War Picnic update
• Capital and maintenance update

Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the May 1, 2025, draft of the Housing Element Update. Members will also review scoring for the 2025 Home Fund Round and the 2025 County Rental Assistance Programs.

• Housing Element Update draft dated 5-1-2025
• 2025 Home Fund Round scoring update
• 2025 County Rental Assistance Programs
• Legislative update from Housing Program Coordinator Ryan Page

The Housing Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting. The session included updates on housing programs, funding allocations, and recent state legislation.

• Approved minutes of April 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The San Juan County Noxious Weed Control Board will meet to discuss monthly reports and field updates. The board is reviewing property classifications and the status of Sportsman’s Lake.

• Sportsman’s Lake update
• Property classifications update
• Budget status review
• Monthly report presentation

The Noxious Weed Control Board approved the minutes from the April 4, 2025 meeting with all members voting aye. No other resolutions or approvals were recorded; the remaining agenda items were discussed for future action.

• Approved April 4, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)

Environmental Stewardship

The San Juan County Marine Resources Committee, Local Issues Committee, and Citizens Advisory Group will meet virtually to review grant projects, discuss salmon recovery funding, and review subcommittee updates.

• Review of 2025-2027 MRC grant planning
• Discussion on potential MRC advisory actions
• Review of 2025 Salmon Recovery Grant Round proposals
• Discussion regarding Healthy Shorelines Action Plan
• Update on upcoming May 8th Ecosystem Coordination Board Meeting

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the March minutes unanimously. Members moved the July 3rd meeting to July 10th. A subcommittee was created to explore long‑term funding options for marine programs, with Sam Whitridge assigned to coordinate. The MRC also voted to add a youth engagement position, and a motion to draft a letter on the federal ESA proposal was later withdrawn.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Rescheduled July meeting from July 3 to July 10
• Created subcommittee on project funding (motion moved)
• Assigned Sam Whitridge to coordinate subcommittee meetings
• Voted to add a youth engagement position (pending council)
• Motion to draft ESA comment letter was withdrawn

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee is meeting to advise on land use and development matters in Eastsound. The agenda includes a review of a specific building permit and a recruitment discussion.

• Permit BUILD-25-0057: 600 sq ft unconditioned garage with 600 sf of unconditioned storage above

The committee discussed a permit for a 600‑sq‑ft garage, noted public concerns about crosswalk cones, and received updates on county staffing, state grant awards, and vacation‑rental application issues. It also mentioned upcoming agenda items for the June meeting, such as a new code‑enforcement officer and Eastsound parking. No motions were voted on or approved during this session.

Veterans Advisory Board

The board will verify quorum, approve the meeting agenda, and welcome visitors and new members. It will also approve the March meeting minutes, review any outstanding action items, and adjourn. No substantive policy items are listed.

• Approve agenda
• Approve March minutes
• Welcome new members
• Action item review
• Adjournment

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee will meet to approve March 2025 minutes and hear public comments. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of building plans for the Lopez Food Center.

• Review of permit BUILD-25-0054 for Lopez Food Center

The Lopez Village Planning and Review Committee approved the revised minutes from the March 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee received no public comments and took no action on that item. The committee also took no action on the Lopez Food Center permit proposal (BUILD-25-0054). A motion to adjourn the meeting was passed unanimously.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• No action on public comments
• No action on Lopez Food Center permit (BUILD-25-0054)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two land-use applications: a shoreline substantial development permit for grading and construction at 221 Marine Lane on Stuart Island, and a conditional use permit for a concrete batch plant at 181 and 213 Saltspring Drive on San Juan Island.

• Shoreline permit for grading and construction at 221 Marine Lane, Stuart Island
• Conditional use permit for concrete batch plant at 181 and 213 Saltspring Drive
• Public hearings scheduled for April 23, 2025
• Meeting available via live stream and in-person at 55 Second Street

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will receive updates on grant processes, discuss revisions to the grant application and the Master Plan, and hold an open discussion to plan the next meeting and address any other committee needs.

• Updates on grant processes (10:00‑10:30 a.m.)
• Discussion of documents to update – grant application and Master Plan (10:30‑11:00 a.m.)
• Open discussion to plan next meeting and debrief other committee needs (11:00‑11:30 a.m.)

County Council

The San Juan County Council will review the first quarter 2025 financial report and discuss several draft ordinances to revise the 2024 and 2025 budgets. The body will also consider updates to attorney fee schedules and a public participation plan for critical area protections.

• Draft ordinances to revise 2024 and 2025 budgets for cash balances, emergency appropriations, and supplemental appropriations
• Resolution to adopt an updated attorney fee schedule for assigned council not under contract
• Proposed public hearing for May 20, 2025, regarding sales and use tax revenue allocation for public facilities
• Discussion on Language Access Program development
• Public Participation Plan for Critical Area Protections

The council approved the March 25, 31, 2025 meeting minutes and the consent agenda, each by a 2-0-0 vote. It set a public hearing for May 20, 2025 to consider an ordinance allocating sales and use tax revenues for public facilities, also by a 2-0-0 vote. The council approved a resolution adopting an updated attorney fee schedule and authorized staff to submit a support letter to Congress for federal Puget Sound funding, both with 2-0-0 votes.

• Approved March 25,31,2025 meeting minutes (2:0:0)
• Approved consent agenda (2:0:0)
• Set public hearing for May 20, 2025 on sales‑tax revenue allocation for public facilities (2:0:0)
• Approved resolution adopting updated attorney fee schedule (2:0:0)
• Authorized environment staff to submit support letter to Congress for Puget Sound funding (2:0:0)

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will review a draft comprehensive plan element regarding transportation and receive updates on agricultural resources and WSU Extension. The body may also take action on a resolution to update county appointments with the Washington County Risk Pool.

• Resolution updating County appointments and designations with the Washington County Risk Pool
• Briefing on Draft Comp Plan Element 6: Transportation
• Discussion on potential participation in the America250 Anniversary Celebration
• Agricultural Resources Committee update
• Legislative bill comments from lobbyist Josh Weiss

The council approved the meeting agenda without changes. It then adopted a resolution to update the county’s appointments and designations with the Washington County Risk Pool. The motion passed with a 2‑0‑0 vote, with Councilmember Jane Fuller excused. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved agenda (no changes)
• Adopted Resolution Updating the County’s Appointments and Designations with the Washington County Risk Pool (vote 2:0:0, Fuller excused)

Planning Commission

The commission will hear a public-access presentation on the proposed vacation and abandonment of County Road No. 33 (Fairgrounds Rd). Commissioners will receive briefings on draft elements of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan, including Transportation (Element 6) and sections on Introduction and Administration. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion.

• Road Vacation and Abandonment of County Road No. 33 (Fairgrounds Rd)
• Briefing on Draft Element 6, Transportation, 2025 Comprehensive Plan
• Briefing on Draft Section A, Introduction, 2025 Comprehensive Plan
• Briefing on Draft Section C, Administration, 2025 Comprehensive Plan

The San Juan County Planning Commission approved the March 21, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The commission received updates on a road vacation, the 2025 Comprehensive Plan draft, and a proposed transportation policy. No other actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously at 10:10 a.m.

• Approved March 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:10 a.m. (unanimous)

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the February 20th minutes. Staff will provide updates on environmental stewardship, ecology, and the 2025 Capital Improvement Program. New business includes discussion of the 2026-2027 Clean Water Work Plan, a Voluntary Stewardship Program, and the Beaver Dam Analog project at False Bay Creek. A status update on the Comprehensive Plan will also be presented.

• Approve April 17th agenda
• Approve February 20th minutes
• 2025 CIP Project Updates
• 2026-2027 Clean Water Work Plan
• Beaver Dam Analog @ False Bay Creek

The Clean Water Advisory Committee approved the April 17 agenda and the February 20 minutes. The committee moved the surface‑water discussion to the next Surface Water Committee meeting and will schedule a technical session with Jeff Cederbaum around June 12. Kendra Smith will send timing options to Rick, add an education line item on best practices, and Shauna Barrows will share additional maps and images for the Beaver Dam Analog project.

• Approved April 17 agenda (no vote recorded)
• Approved February 20 minutes (motion by Lynn, seconded by Vicki)
• Moved surface‑water discussion to next Surface Water Committee meeting and to invite Jeff Cederbaum
• Planned a technical discussion with Ecology on June 12 (proposed date)
• Kendra will send Rick timing options for clean‑water capture meeting
• Kendra will add an education line item on best practices and conservation
• Shauna will share additional maps and images for the Beaver Dam Analog project

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a multi-user discount. The meeting also includes a review of the 2025 work plan and a council liaison message. Routine items such as approval of the January 2025 minutes and announcements are also on the agenda.

• Multi-User Discount Discussion (new business)
• 2025 Work Plan (old business)
• Council Liaison message
• Approval of minutes – January 2025
• Announcements

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the January 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. Members discussed a proposed increase in multi‑user event discounts but took no formal action, requesting the policy be reviewed before the next meeting. The group recommended holding a full‑day meeting on Lopez on July 17, and staff provided updates on staffing, new camping software, and ongoing capital projects.

• Approved January 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended full‑day meeting on Lopez for July 17 (no vote recorded)

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health will receive updates from several committees and program coordinators. It will appoint Mark Tompkins to the Community Collaboration Committee. The board will also review the 2025 County Health Rankings and Roadmaps.

• Appointment of Mark Tompkins, Director, to the Community Collaboration Committee
• Oral Health & Community Dental Programs update by Kristen Rezabek, Health Program Coordinator
• Emergency Preparedness & Communications update by Kyra Jahanfar and Paul Hamdorf, Program Coordinators
• Review of the 2025 County Health Rankings and Roadmaps presented by Mark Tompkins
• Committee updates from ACH (Mark Tompkins), CCC (Kyle Davies), and other committees

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda by agreement. The minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting were approved, with Kyle Davies abstaining. The Board nominated Council Member Kari McVeigh to the Community Collaboration Committee, and the motion carried.

• Agenda approved by agreement
• Minutes of March 19, 2025 approved (motion carried; Kyle Davies abstained)
• Council Member Kari McVeigh nominated to Community Collaboration Committee (motion carried)

County Council

The San Juan County Council agenda for April 15, 2025 consists solely of coded entries without readable descriptions. No specific resolutions, contracts, or public hearings are identified. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

The San Juan County Council adopted three ordinances, including one that permits vacation rentals in Eastsound Village and Lopez Commercial designations. It also approved a lease and landfill management agreement with the Town of Friday Harbor and funded the 2025 Home Fund notice and senior/disabled rental subsidies. A public hearing was scheduled for May 13, 2025 to consider budget amendment ordinances.

• Adopted Ordinance adding members to the San Juan County Law and Justice Council (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Ordinance amending Parks, Recreation, and Fair Advisory Boards code (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Ordinance permitting vacation rentals in Eastsound Village and Lopez Commercial zones (ALL AYES)
• Approved Resolution for the 2025‑2029 Transfer Station Lease and Landfill Management Agreement with Friday Harbor (ALL AYES)
• Approved Notice of Funds Available for the 2025 Home Fund application round (ALL AYES)
• Approved $119,955.90 funding for the 2025 Senior and Disabled Rental Subsidy Program (ALL AYES)
• Approved committee appointments for the Veterans’ Advisory Board and Fair Board (ALL AYES)
• Set public hearing for May 13, 2025 to consider budget amendment ordinances (ALL AYES)

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will hold a work session to discuss several environmental and legislative updates. The meeting includes a briefing and potential action on draft Comprehensive Plan elements regarding land use and official maps.

• Briefing and action on draft Comp Plan Element 2 (Land Use) and Official Maps
• Update on derelict vessels from the Environmental Stewardship Program
• Legislative bill comments from lobbyist Josh Weiss
• Islands’ Oil Spill Association (IOSA) Annual Report
• First touch update to Ordinance 50-2007 regarding PFFAP funding for EDC

The council approved the meeting agenda. After a presentation on updating Ordinance 50‑2007, the council gave direction to move forward with the amendment. The meeting was adjourned at 12:33 PM.

• Agenda approved
• Council directed to proceed with update to Ordinance 50‑2007

Human Services Advisory Board

The board will hear a presentation on the Sequential Intercept Model Pilot Project from guest Trillium Swanson. Members will also discuss and edit a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for new programs.

• Presentation on Sequential Intercept Model Pilot Project by Trillium Swanson
• Editing of draft RFP for new programs

The board approved its agenda and the February minutes with changes. It recommended adding Tamela Bresler and Teresa Ward as members to the County Council. The SafeCare program will be renamed In-Home Visits, saving $9,000, and related contracts will be signed this week. Guests will be scheduled for every other meeting and Uri will draft a $100K peer‑support RFP.

• Approved agenda (procedural)
• Approved February minutes with changes (procedural)
• Recommended new members Tamela Bresler and Teresa Ward to County Council
• Approved renaming SafeCare program to In-Home Visits, saving $9,000
• Planned signing of contracts for Community Wellness Program and In-Home Visits this week
• Agreed guests will be scheduled for every other board meeting
• Assigned Uri to draft and email the $100K peer‑support RFP to the board

Fair Board

The Fair Board will meet to recap a staff planning meeting and receive updates on capital and maintenance. The board will also discuss judges' fees and housing.

• Recap of staff planning meeting
• Capital and maintenance update
• Judges fees and housing

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold hearings to review four specific property tax petitions. The board will hear testimony regarding parcels associated with the listed owners and appraisers.

• Petition 2024-046: Mike and Melissa Parnell TTEE (Parcel 272923004000)
• Petition 2024-047: Farm to Market LLC (Parcel 272622004000)
• Petition 2024-048: Papa Mike Inc (Parcel 271142022000)
• Petition 2024-052: Bank of America NA TTEE (Parcel 260611007000)

On April 10, 2025, the San Juan County Board of Equalization held hearings on three petitions. The board sustained the assessed value of $7,772,110 for Mike and Melissa Parnell TTEES (parcel 272923004000). It also sustained values of $1,170,660 for Farm to Market LLC (parcel 272622004000) and 1,952,770 for Papa Mike Inc. (parcel 271142022000). No other actions were taken.

• Sustained assessed value $7,772,110 for parcel 272923004000 (Mike and Melissa Parnell TTEES)
• Sustained assessed value $1,170,660 for parcel 272622004000 (Farm to Market LLC)
• Sustained assessed value 1,952,770 for parcel 271142022000 (Papa Mike Inc.)

Housing Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will review the 2025 Home Fund round, including budget, scoring, and timing, and discuss proposed land use changes for Eastsound.

• Review 2025 Home Fund budget, NOFA priorities, and scoring
• Receive Eastsound UGA Proposed Land Use Changes Memo
• Receive Housing Program Coordinator Updates
• Receive Legislative Update
• Receive Host Homes Workgroup Update

The committee approved the minutes of the March 12, 2025 meeting unanimously. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting included updates on housing projects, legislative bills, and upcoming agenda items.

• Approved minutes of March 12, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

San Juan Island Library

The Board of Trustees will meet to review a procurement policy and the director's contract and resolution. The meeting includes reports from library administration and updates on strategic and project planning.

• Procurement Policy
• Director’s Contract and Resolution
• Insurance Proceeds
• Project Planning Updates
• Strategic Planning

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board will review and approve the March 7 meeting minutes, receive updates from Environmental Stewardship, and present the monthly report. It will continue its discussion of land classifications and provide a budget status update. The meeting also includes public comment time and other business.

• Review and approval of March 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates from Environmental Stewardship (presented by Susan)
• Presentation of the monthly report (presented by Jason)
• Continued discussion of land classifications
• Budget status overview

The board unanimously approved the March 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $4,000 increase to the 2025 Youth Conservation Corps contribution, raising the total board funding to $10,000, pending County Council approval. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 increase to Youth Conservation Corps funding (unanimous)

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will consider several agenda items, including traffic control measures at the North Beach Road and Mt. Baker Road intersection and time‑restriction proposals for the Ferry Landing upper parking area. The committee will also receive a council update, discuss recruitment for the committee, and review permits for 111 Haven Rd Units A, B, and C (BUILD‑24‑0135, BUILD‑24‑136, BUILD‑24‑0137). The meeting includes routine items such as agenda modifications, approval of March 2025 minutes, and public comment.

• Traffic Controls at the North Beach Rd/Mt. Baker Road Intersection
• Ferry Landing Upper Parking – Time Restrictions
• Council update – Justin Paulsen
• Permits BUILD‑24‑0135, BUILD‑24‑136, BUILD‑24‑0137 for 111 Haven Rd Units A, B, and C
• EPRC Recruitment

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will meet on April 2, 2025 to review previous minutes, introduce a new Orcas Ferry Advisory representative, and discuss several updates. Key agenda items include a public access segment, Washington State Ferry updates, a discussion on a Senate proposal to eliminate ferry advisory committees, and a review of the FAC priority tracking sheet. The meeting will also cover updates from Lopez, Orcas, Shaw, and San Juan Islands before concluding with council updates and new business.

• Public Access discussion
• WSF Updates – Tally Teal
• Discuss Senate proposal to shut down ferry advisory committees
• Review and discuss FAC Priority Tracking Sheet
• Island Updates: Lopez, Orcas, Shaw, San Juan

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct hearings on property tax petitions. The board will review appeals from specific property owners regarding parcel appraisals.

• Petition 2024-009: Michael and Valerie Smith (Parcel 353052014000)
• Petition 2024-031: Stephen and Gloria Eppig (Parcel 272650016000)
• Petition 2024-032: Stephen and Gloria Eppig (Parcel 272650017000)
• Petition 2024-050: Jeffrey and Claire Arrowsmith (Parcel 263050018000)

The San Juan County Board of Equalization held hearings on April 1, 2025 for three separate petitions. For each petition, the board sustained the current assessed value of the listed parcel. No changes to the values were made. The decisions affect the property tax amounts for the owners.

• Sustained value $1,107,780 for parcel 353052014000 (Petition 2024-009)
• Sustained value $3,211,350 for parcel 272650016000 (Petition 2024-031)
• Sustained value $707,810 for parcel 272650017000 (Petition 2024-032)

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will discuss the County Wildfire Protection Plan, review legislative bill comments, and consider a letter of support for a FY 2026 congressional spending request for the OPAL Community Land Trust Pea Patch Campus Project. They will also review elements of the Comprehensive Plan related to housing, capital facilities, and climate, and discuss the sale of surplus property on Waldron Island. Additional actions include appointing a Local Health Officer and evaluating emergency rapid response staff contracting recommendations. An executive session will consider site selection or real‑estate acquisition.

• Discussion of County Wildfire Protection Plan
• Letter of support for FY 2026 Congressional Directed Spending Request for OPAL Community Land Trust Pea Patch Campus Project
• Comprehensive Plan Element Review of Element 5 (Housing), Element 7 (Capital Facilities), and Element 11 (Climate)
• Discussion of sale of surplus property on Waldron Island
• Resolution to appoint a Local Health Officer

The council approved the agenda with an amendment about FACs and added new business on the governor’s July 14 visit, adopted a support letter to Senator Patty Murray for the FY 2026 Congressional Directed Spending request for the OPAL Community Land Trust Pea Patch Campus Project, and approved a resolution appointing a Local Health Officer. It also accepted staff recommendations to negotiate three Emergency Rapid Response contracts funded by the Department of Commerce and directed staff to proceed with the sale of surplus property on Waldron Island.

• Approved agenda with amendment (All Ayes)
• Approved support letter to Senator Patty Murray for FY 2026 OPAL Community Land Trust Pea Patch Campus Project (All Ayes)
• Approved resolution to appoint a Local Health Officer (All Ayes)
• Directed staff to proceed with sale of surplus property on Waldron Island (direction given)
• Accepted staff recommendations to negotiate three Emergency Rapid Response contracts (All Ayes)

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board will verify quorum, approve the meeting agenda, and adopt the minutes from the January and February 2025 meetings. The board will also welcome visitors and new members, review any unfinished business, consider new business, and note the possibility of a quasi‑judicial session if required. The meeting will conclude with an action item review and adjournment, with the next meeting set for April 25, 2025.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes of January and February 2025 meetings
• Welcome new members
• Quasi‑judicial session if required per RCW 42.30.140
• Action item review

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The Lopez Village Planning Review Committee will consider approval of the October 2024 and February 2025 meeting minutes. Staff will provide an update on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. The committee will continue its review of the Lopez Village Code and discuss the Eastsound UGA Capacity memo.

• Approval of October 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 2025 meeting minutes
• 2025 Comprehensive Plan update presentation
• Discussion of Eastsound UGA Capacity memo (link provided)
• Continuation of Lopez Village Code Review

The Lopez Village Planning and Review Committee unanimously approved the October 2024 and February 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a motion to combine recent email comments into the committee’s recommended changes to the County Development Code. The meeting was then adjourned without any public comments.

• Approved October 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Consolidated email comments into code recommendations (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Stewardship

The San Juan County Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will convene to approve meeting minutes and discuss transportation strategies, including a presentation from the City of Port Townsend on Edge Lane Roads and updates on the county's fleet and transportation element.

• Approve January 27, 2025, Meeting Minutes
• Edge Lane Roads presentation (City of Port Townsend)
• Update on SJC Fleet and Transportation Element
• Discussion on transportation strategies and recommendations
• Committee update: recruitment, annual report, and workplan

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the January 23rd, 2025 meeting minutes. Both motions were moved, seconded, and passed. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved January 23rd 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is conducting public hearings regarding shoreline development and variances. One scheduled hearing for a propane storage permit has been continued to May 28, 2025.

• Continued public hearing for a joint use dock at 294 Cameron Road, Shaw Island
• Reopened public hearing for a new septic system shoreline variance at 450251003000, Patti’s Place, San Juan Island
• Postponed hearing for Harbor Propane bulk fuel storage at 272750002000, Orcas Island

County Council

The San Juan County Council and the Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District governing body will consider adopting a 2025‑2035 interlocal agreement. The Council will also set a public hearing for May 20, 2025, on an Essential Public Facility application for Shaw Island. Additional items include discussion of vacating Fairgrounds Road, shifting upcoming council meeting dates, and dissolving the San Juan Islands National Monument Advisory Committee.

• Consider resolution adopting the 2025‑2035 Interlocal Agreement between Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District and San Juan County
• Set public hearing for May 20, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. to consider an Essential Public Facility for Shaw Island
• Discuss resolution to declare intention to vacate and abandon Fairgrounds Road Over 351332001000 on San Juan Island
• Discuss shifting April 28‑29 council meeting dates to April 21‑22
• Discuss dissolution of the San Juan Islands National Monument Advisory Committee

The council unanimously adopted a resolution to formalize the 2025‑2035 Interlocal Agreement with the Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District. It also set a public hearing for May 20, 2025 to consider an essential public facility on Shaw Island, and approved a resolution to vacate and abandon Fairgrounds Road on San Juan Island. The council moved the April 28‑29 meeting dates to April 21‑22 and approved three committee appointments.

• Adopted 2025‑2035 Interlocal Agreement with Lopez Solid Waste (ALL AYES)
• Set public hearing for May 20, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. on Shaw Island facility (ALL AYES)
• Approved resolution to vacate and abandon Fairgrounds Road Over 351332001000 (ALL AYES)
• Amended council calendar, moving April 28‑29 meetings to April 21‑22 (ALL AYES)
• Approved Human Services Advisory Board appointments (ALL AYES)
• Approved Ferry Advisory Committee appointment (ALL AYES)
• Approved Eastsound Planning Review Committee appointment (ALL AYES)

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The committee is meeting to introduce new members and the chair. The session includes an overview of grant processes and a discussion regarding the committee's goals and meeting schedule for the year.

• Introduction of new members and chair
• Overview of grant processes
• Discussion of monthly meeting dates and times

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will review minutes from January and February, receive a briefing on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update, and discuss draft amendments to the Official Map for Eastsound and Element 11 of the Climate plan.

• Review minutes from January 17, 2025 and February 21, 2025 meetings
• Briefing on Draft Official Map Amendments for Eastsound UGA
• Briefing on Draft Element 11, Climate
• 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update briefing
• Meeting held at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor

The commission approved the minutes from the January 17 and February 21, 2025 meetings. The January minutes passed unanimously, while the February minutes passed with one affirmative vote and four abstentions. By consensus, the commission also accepted the Additional Capacity Table for the Eastsound Urban Growth Area presented by Leland Consulting.

• Approved minutes of Jan 17 2025 (unanimous 5‑yes)
• Approved minutes of Feb 21 2025 (1 yes, 4 abstain)
• Accepted Additional Capacity Table for Eastsound UGA (consensus)

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will meet to receive reports on the North Shore Preserve and Beaverton Trail Project. The commission will also hold an executive session to consider the acquisition of real estate.

• North Shore Preserve CE closing
• Beaverton Trail Project
• Trail honoring Louse Dustrude
• Executive session for real estate acquisition per RCW 42.30.110(b)

Environmental Stewardship

The Surface Water Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and review suggested edits for the Comp Plan Water Element draft. This review is part of the committee's environmental stewardship efforts.

• Review of Comp Plan Water Element draft and suggested edits

The San Juan County Surface Water Subcommittee met on March 20, 2025. The committee approved the background/intro section of the draft water element with a few minor changes based on comments. The motion was moved by Lynn, seconded by Judy, and passed unanimously. No other formal decisions were recorded in the meeting.

• Approved background/intro section of draft water element (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hold hearings for four petitions (2024-026, 2024-027, 2024-029, 2024-030) concerning property tax matters. Each petition lists an owner and a parcel number, and the hearings are scheduled between 9:00 AM and 11:45 AM. No decisions are recorded on the agenda; the meeting is for hearing the petitions.

• Petition 2024-026 – Owner: Joseph Stella – Parcel No.: 461550027000 – Appraiser: Steven Hudson
• Petition 2024-027 – Owner: Leonard and Thea Schifter – Parcel No.: 141875013000 – Appraiser: Steven Hudson (stipulated)
• Petition 2024-029 – Owners: Patrick Baumann and Anne Bertino – Parcel No.: 173151026000 – Appraiser: Joe Hornbuckle
• Petition 2024-030 – Owner: Edward Linder McKey – Parcel No.: 160950201000 – Appraiser: Steven Hudson

The San Juan County Board of Equalization adjusted three property assessments on March 20, 2025. Joseph W. Stella’s parcel value was changed from $1,799,510 to $1,692,090. Patrick Baumann and Anne Bertino’s parcel value was changed from $1,050,280 to $980,000. Edward Linder McKey’s parcel assessment was sustained at $349,570 with no change recorded.

• Joseph W. Stella’s assessment changed from $1,799,510 to $1,692,090
• Patrick Baumann and Anne Bertino’s assessment changed from $1,050,280 to $980,000
• Edward Linder McKey’s assessment sustained at $349,570 (no change recorded)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will approve the agenda and minutes, hear updates from committees, receive a youth community health assessment update, and get an update from the Orcas Island Health Care District. The meeting will also include a meet‑and‑greet with prospective Local Health Officer candidate Dr. Amy Harley. The session ends with an adjournment at 1:30 p.m.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Youth Community Health Assessment update
• Orcas Island Health Care District update
• Meet & Greet with prospective Local Health Officer candidate Dr. Amy Harley

The Board approved the meeting agenda, noting a change to omit the CCC report due to Kyle Davies' absence. The minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting were approved. Kyle Davies was formally excused from the session.

• Agenda approved (change to forego CCC report)
• Minutes of Jan 15, 2025 approved
• Kyle Davies excused

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold public hearings regarding the direct sale of the Frazer Homestead Preserve and amendments to the Conservation Land Bank code. The body will also discuss updates to the Parks and Fairgrounds fee schedule and the San Juan Island Trail.

• Public hearing for the direct sale of Frazer Homestead Preserve (Tax Parcels 340224001000 and 340224003000)
• Proposed ordinance amending San Juan County Code Section 2.120.020 regarding the Conservation Land Bank
• Resolution to revise the Parks and Fairgrounds Fee Schedule
• Resolution for Declaration of Intention to Vacate and Abandon Fairgrounds Road Over 351332001000
• Approval of County Manager Employment Agreement

Board of Equalization

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hold a hearing on March 18, 2025. Five tax petitions will be presented, each identified by petition number, owner, parcel number, and appraiser. The board will consider each petition during the scheduled time slots.

• Petition 2024-022: Temple at Kahboo LLC (William White) – Parcel 160522001000, appraiser Steven Hudson
• Petition 2024-020: Dean B Bushue – Parcel 240450011000, appraiser Steven Hudson
• Petition 2024-024: Rock Sorensen and Judi Mio – Parcel 362950019000, appraiser Liesl Mordhorst
• Petition 2024-025: Bryan Luce and Marie Michnich – Parcel 272322007000, appraiser Liesl Mordhorst

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will hold a work session covering several discussion topics, including an emergency management overview, legislative bill comments, and a review of comprehensive plan elements. The council will vote to cancel the March 18 public hearing on a vacation‑rental‑permit ordinance and set a new hearing for April 15, 2025, at 9:15 a.m. Additional updates will be given on a culvert replacement project and ARPA funding for the Emergency Operations Center, followed by an executive session on potential litigation.

• Cancel public hearing on Ordinance Regarding Vacation Rental Permits in Eastsound Village Commercial and Lopez Commercial Designations; reschedule to April 15, 2025, 9:15 a.m.
• Discussion: Department of Emergency Management overview (Brendan Cowan, Director)
• Discussion: Legislative Bill Comments (Josh Weiss, lobbyist)
• Discussion: Comprehensive Plan Element Review of Elements 1, 4, 9, and 10 (Sophia Cassam, Planner III)
• Discussion: Bayhead Killebrew Culvert Replacement Update (Tyler Davis, Environmental Project Manager)

Fair Board

The San Juan County Fair Board will convene to approve minutes from February and discuss new business items including officer positions and a capital and maintenance update. The meeting will also cover a 'super meeting' update and old business such as the 2025 theme artwork.

• Approval of February 2025 minutes
• Discussion of officer positions
• Capital and maintenance update
• Review of 2025 theme artwork
• Island Stage Left rental discussion

General

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hold a hearing on March 13, 2025 to consider five pending property tax petitions. Petition numbers 2024-016, 2024-017, 2024-018, 2024-019, and 2024-015 will be presented, each with the listed owner and parcel number. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the meeting is for review and possible approval of the petitions.

• 2024-016 – Terry R Lundeen, Parcel 240850016000, Appraiser Steven Hudson
• 2024-017 – Elizabeth Snapp, Parcel 141623006000, Appraiser Liesl Mordhorst
• 2024-018 – Marc Frazer, Parcel 340343002000, Appraiser Steven Hudson
• 2024-019 – B&B Holdings LLC (Kimberly Carrosino), Parcel 462349054000, Appraiser Liesl Mordhorst
• 2024-015 – Steve and Sarah Snowden, Parcel 253542002000, Appraiser Joe Hornbuckle

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will discuss the current priority tracking sheet for ferry projects. Members will also set the date, time, and agenda for an upcoming community-wide FAC meeting. Additional updates will be given on island representation and county council legislative matters, followed by coordination with other FACs.

• Review and discuss FAC Priority Tracking Sheet
• Plan date, time, and agenda for community-wide FAC meeting
• Island updates from Orcas Island FAC representative
• Council update with legislative information from Justin
• Coordinate with other Ferry Advisory Committees

County Council Joint Meeting

The joint Town and County Council meeting will receive a Home Fund update, discuss Emergency Rapid Response dollars and related RFPs, review impactful state legislation for 2025, and examine updates to the Town and County Comprehensive Plans. The session will also include a discussion of other areas of mutual support between the town and county.

• Home Fund Update
• Emergency Rapid Response dollars, RFPs and next steps
• Review of 2025 Impactful State Legislation
• Review of Town and County Comprehensive Plan updates
• Other areas of Town and County mutual support

Housing Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will discuss the budget for emergency rental assistance. They will also review applications for the Senior/Disabled Rental Subsidy Program and present the 2025 Point-in-Time count data. A brainstorming worksheet for the five-year homeless plan strategy will be considered. The meeting includes updates from the Housing Program Coordinator.

• Senior/Disabled Rental Subsidy Program Applications
• Emergency Rental Assistance Budget Discussion
• 2025 Point-in-Time Count Data
• Five-Year Homeless Plan Strategy Brainstorm Worksheet

County Council Special Session

The San Juan County Council will open the meeting with a public comment period, approve the agenda and two letters of support, and hold a public hearing to consider a resolution to convey a conservation easement deed to the San Juan Islands Preservation Trust for the Northshore Preservation Property on Orcas Island.

• Public comment period (call‑in at 9 am, three‑minute limit per speaker)
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of correspondence: letter supporting Lopez Island Food Center and letter supporting Broad Marine Transportation Funding and HB 1923 to the Washington State House Transportation Committee
• Public hearing to consider a resolution to convey a conservation easement deed to the SJI Preservation Trust for the Northshore Preservation Property on Orcas Island

General

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss administrative reports and old business including the Director's contract and strategic planning. The board is scheduled to form a committee for the Director's annual review.

• Formation of Director’s Annual Review Committee
• Discussion of Director’s Contract
• Mediation and Project Planning updates
• Review of Expense Claim Transmittals Packet

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will review and approve the agenda and minutes, consider moving forward with new applications under the county ordinance, and discuss new programs funded at $100,000. The board will also address the frequency of guests and receive reports from the Human Services Manager and Coordinator. Afterward, the board will open a period for public comment before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda and minutes
• Discussion of moving forward with new applications and adherence to the county ordinance for HSAB
• Discussion of new programs – $100,000
• Discussion of frequency of guests
• Human Services Manager and Coordinator reporting

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Board will meet to review monthly reports and budget status. Members will discuss land classifications and 2025 funding for the Youth Conservation Corps with the Conservation District.

• Youth Conservation Corps funding for 2025
• Land classifications discussion
• Budget status review
• Monthly report presentation

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and February meeting minutes, receive a report from the Northwest Straits Commission, and hear a presentation introducing Moorbuoys. The committee will also discuss opportunities for engagement and recommendations related to vessel impacts. Subsequent sessions will cover Local Island Office business and the Conservation Advisory Group's review of 2025 SRFB letters of interest.

• Approve meeting agenda – all members
• Approve February meeting minutes – MRC members
• Presentation: Introducing Moorbuoys – Tyler Clark, Founder
• Discussion: Opportunities for MRC engagement and vessel impact recommendations – Lovel Pratt and Frances Robertson
• Technical Advisory Group review of 2025 SRFB Letters of Interest

General

The San Juan County Board of Equalization will hold a hearing on five property tax petitions. Each petition lists an owner, a parcel number, and the appraiser assigned. The board will consider the petitions during the March 6, 2025 meeting. No other business is listed.

• Petition 2024-005: Josh and Amy Carlson – parcel 272334002000 – appraiser Liesl Mordhorst
• Petition 2024-051: Timothy Dwyer and Megan Cook – parcel 351162037000 – appraiser Steven Hudson
• Petition 2024-033: David and Janis Harsila – parcel 252512002000 – appraiser Liesl Mordhorst
• Petition 2024-049: Caprons Landing Upland Property LLC (Philip Macbride) – parcel 351391212000 – appraiser Steven Hudson

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to advise on land use and development. The agenda includes a review of the Comprehensive Plan Update Land Capacity Analysis regarding housing deficits. The committee will also discuss traffic controls and parking restrictions.

• Comprehensive Plan Update Land Capacity Analysis regarding housing capacity deficit
• Traffic controls at the North Beach Rd/Mt. Baker Road intersection
• Time restrictions for Ferry Landing Upper Parking

Environmental Stewardship

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will meet on February 27, 2025. Members will elect a chair and vice‑chair for 2025. The committee will receive updates on the transfer station, the county solid waste program, and the Washington State Department of Ecology. A discussion will be held on the Solid Waste Management Plan and the schedule for hazardous‑waste collection events and the Spring Great Islands Clean‑up will be announced.

• 2025 Chair and Vice Chair elections
• Transfer Station updates
• Solid Waste Management Plan update discussion
• 2025 hazardous waste collection event dates (May‑Sept)
• Spring 2025 Great Islands Clean‑up dates (April‑June)

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee will review and vote on the 2024 Annual Report. Members will also discuss potential code amendments for the Lopez Village Subarea Plan and receive an update on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of the 2024 Annual Report
• Discussion of Lopez Village Subarea Plan code amendments
• Update on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a shoreline substantial development permit submitted by Jeff and Claire Arrowsmith for a joint‑use dock at 294 Cameron Road on Shaw Island. The hearing will be conducted virtually via Teams and in person at the County Council Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street. The staff contact for the item is Colin Maycock and the application is identified as LANDUSE‑23‑0162.

• Public hearing on shoreline substantial development permit (joint‑use dock) at 294 Cameron Road, Shaw Island – file LANDUSE‑23‑0162

County Council

The San Juan County Council will consider several land‑bank and conservation actions, a payment to Washington State Ferries for Orcas Landing improvements, and updates on the MacKaye Harbor Road project. An executive session will address potential litigation, employee performance, and possible real‑estate acquisition. The meeting also includes public comment, new employee introductions, and routine updates from the County Manager and other officials.

• Executive session: discuss potential litigation, employee performance, and real‑estate acquisition
• Resolution to convey a statutory warranty deed to the National Park Service for Frazer Homestead Preserve parcels
• Resolution to convey a conservation easement deed to the San Juan Preservation Trust for Northshore Preserve
• Ordinance amendment to the San Juan County Conservation Land Bank code (Section 2.120.020)
• Approve payment to Washington State Ferries for Orcas Landing improvements

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will hold public briefings on draft elements of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan update. Topics include Element 5 (Housing), Element 10 (Economic Development), Element 7 (Capital Facilities), and Element 8 (Utilities). No formal decisions are listed; the items are informational briefings.

• Briefing on Draft Element 5 – Housing
• Briefing on Draft Element 10 – Economic Development
• Briefing on Draft Element 7 – Capital Facilities
• Briefing on Draft Element 8 – Utilities

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve a mitigation plan for False Bay Creek and the sale of the Northshore Conservation Easement to the San Juan Preservation Trust. The commission will also hold an executive session to consider the acquisition of real estate.

• Discussion/Approval of False Bay Creek mitigation plan
• Discussion/Approval of Northshore Conservation Easement Sale to the San Juan Preservation Trust
• Executive Session regarding the acquisition of real estate

Environmental Stewardship

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will receive staff updates, hear a Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife fish‑screening presentation, and conduct a status update and discussion of the draft Water Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and prior minutes, and housekeeping items about future meeting dates.

• Approve February 20, 2025 agenda
• Approve December 12, 2024 minutes
• WDFW fish screening presentation by Torren Valdez
• Status update and review of draft Water Element of the Comprehensive Plan
• Consider rescheduling the June 19 in‑person meeting

County Council Special Session

The San Juan County Council will meet to discuss and potentially act on a request to rescind a resolution. This resolution would have placed a proposition on the April 22, 2025, special election ballot regarding the formation of a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island.

• Request to rescind Resolution to Submit a Ballot Proposition for an April 22, 2025, Special Election regarding a Lopez Island Metropolitan Park District

Ferry Advisory Committee

The Ferry Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from Washington State Ferries and the Council. Members will discuss the FAC Priority Tracking Sheet and a proposed survey regarding reservation capacity.

• Review of FAC Priority Tracking Sheet
• Proposed survey regarding reservation capacity
• WSF Updates
• Fix Our Ferries lobbying update

Housing Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will meet to discuss Washington House Bill 1867 and review the draft Housing Element and land capacity analysis. The committee will also receive updates on the Homeless Housing Task Force and the Senior and Disabled Rental Subsidy Program for 2025. Public comments and announcements will be heard before the meeting adjourns.

• Discussion of Washington House Bill 1867
• Discussion of Draft Housing Element and Land Capacity Analysis (memo to DCD, CLT comments, report on density in UGAs and affordable housing)
• Update on Homeless Housing Task Force
• Discussion of Senior and Disabled Rental Subsidy Program 2025
• Public comments and announcements

County Council

The San Juan County Council will cancel a public hearing on a Lopez Island park district ballot proposition and set several public hearings for March 18, 2025, regarding land bank leases, property conveyances, and vacation rental permits.

• Cancel public hearing for Lopez Island Metropolitan Park District ballot proposition
• Set public hearing for March 18 on vacation rental permits in Eastsound and Lopez
• Set public hearing for March 18 on San Juan County Conservation Land Bank amendments
• Set public hearing for March 18 on property conveyances to National Park Service and San Juan Preservation Trust
• Set public hearing for March 18 on multi-year agricultural leases for Frazer Homestead and Beaverton Marsh preserves

General

The San Juan County Civil Service Commission will conduct a public hearing and a closed session to consider a quasi‑judicial matter under RCW 42.30.140(2). The agenda includes presentations by the appointing power and the appellant, followed by a response from the appointing power. No final decision is indicated on the agenda.

• Call to order and roll call
• Opening remarks from presiding officer
• Appointing Power case presentation
• Appellant case presentation and appointing power response
• Public hearing and closed session to consider quasi‑judicial matter (RCW 42.30.140(2))

San Juan Island Library

The San Juan Island Library District Board will review the Director’s employment contract, provide updates on ongoing project planning, and discuss the district’s strategic plan. They will also process a consent agenda that includes expense claim transmittals and handle payroll matters. An executive session will be held to discuss litigation issues with legal counsel and to evaluate a public employment applicant.

• Director’s contract review
• Project planning update
• Strategic planning discussion
• Consent agenda: expense claim transmittals packet
• Executive session on litigation and employee qualification

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will vote on a resolution to place a ballot proposition for a special election on April 22, 2025, to create a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island and elect its initial commissioners. The council will also rescind a previously scheduled public hearing on a vacation‑rental permit ordinance for Eastsound Village Commercial and Lopez Commercial designations. Additional agenda items include updates from OPALCO, a discussion of the District Court’s Sequential Intercept Mapping pilot, and a review of the legislative bill process. An executive session will address potential litigation and the performance evaluation of a public employee.

• Rescind public hearing on Ordinance Regarding Vacation Rental Permits in Eastsound Village Commercial and Lopez Commercial designations
• Discussion: OPALCO update with board members Vincent Dauciunas, Foster Hildreth, Krista Bouchey, and consultant Jay Kimball
• Discussion: Update on District Court’s Sequential Intercept Mapping (SIM) pilot program with Judge Jewett‑Platt and Trillium Swanson
• Consider adoption of a resolution to submit a ballot proposition for an April 22, 2025 special election to form a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island
• Discussion: Legislative Bill Review process

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes. A guest speaker will present on the SafeCare program. The Human Services Manager and Program Coordinator will give reports. The board will also accept public comment before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Guest presentation on SafeCare Program
• Human Services Manager report
• Human Services Program Coordinator report

Fair Board

The San Juan County Fair Board will meet to approve minutes from January 2025 and discuss new and old business items. The meeting will include a 4-H Director's report and a public comment period.

• Approval of January 2025 minutes
• 4-H Director's report
• 2025 Theme Artwork discussion
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled for March 14, 2025

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board will hold a public hearing to discuss control priorities and enforcement for 2025. The board is scheduled to take action on the approval of the 2025 SJC Noxious Weed List. Members will also continue discussions regarding Resolution 121-2002.

• Public hearing on draft 2025 noxious weed list, control priorities, and enforcement
• Approval of 2025 SJC Noxious Weed List
• Discussion of Resolution 121-2002 with Deputy PA Mason Wiley
• Budget status review

Environmental Stewardship

The Marine Resources Committee, Local Issues Committee, and Citizens Advisory Group will meet to discuss 2025-2027 grant projects, the EPA Puget Sound Funding Model, and subcommittee updates. The groups will also review nominations for various county seats on regional boards.

• Discussion on 2025-2027 grant projects for MRC
• Review of EPA Puget Sound Funding Model Proposal
• Nominations for San Juan County seat on Ecosystem Coordination Board
• Nominations for San Juan County seat on Puget Sound Salmon Recovery Council
• Review of 2025 Grant Round Letter of Interest

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will hear public input on proposed time restrictions for the Ferry Landing Upper Parking area. The committee will also receive a briefing on the Land Capacity Analysis that addresses Eastsound’s housing capacity deficit. Additional items include an update on committee recruitment, a council update from Justin Paulsen, and routine agenda items such as minutes approval.

• Ferry Landing Upper Parking – time restrictions (seeking community input)
• Land Capacity Analysis briefing on Eastsound housing capacity deficit (presented by Sophia Cassam)
• EPRC recruitment update
• Council update from Justin Paulsen
• Approval of January 2025 meeting minutes

County Council Special Session

The council will discuss adopting a resolution to place a ballot proposition on the April 22, 2025 special election to create a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island and elect its initial commissioners. The meeting also includes a public comment period and an executive session to evaluate a public employee's performance and to discuss potential litigation.

• Discussion/action: resolution to submit a ballot proposition for an April 22, 2025 special election to form a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island and elect initial commissioners
• Public comment period: callers limited to three minutes per person
• Executive session: evaluate performance of a public employee pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)
• Executive session: discuss litigation or potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board will meet to address administrative updates and board composition. The session includes discussions on recruiting new members and establishing a process for disseminating information.

• Recruiting and Board Member appointments
• Process for information dissemination
• Collection of board member email addresses

General

The San Juan County Civil Service Commission will meet to review RCW 41.14.120, which covers removal, suspension, demotion, or discharge procedures and appeals. The commission will also discuss the quasi‑judicial hearing process and conduct. No decisions are indicated; the agenda lists discussion topics only.

• Review of RCW 41.14.120: removal, suspension, demotion, discharge procedures and appeals
• Discussion of quasi‑judicial hearing process and conduct

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will discuss a resolution to place a proposition on the April 22, 2025 special election for forming a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island. Other topics include a draft land capacity analysis, continued discussion of emergency rapid response funding, and lease resolutions for two agricultural preserve properties. The council will also consider a fourth amended interlocal agreement for law‑enforcement services with the Town of Friday Harbor.

• Resolution to submit a ballot proposition for a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island (special election April 22, 2025)
• Discussion of Draft Land Capacity Analysis presented by Planner III Sophia Cassam and Leland Consulting Group
• Continuation of Emergency Rapid Response funding discussion with Health and Community Services Director Mark Tompkins and County Manager Jessica Hudson
• Resolution to authorize multi‑year leases of The Frazer Homestead Preserve Agricultural Area and The Beaverton Marsh Preserve Agricultural Area on San Juan Island for agricultural purposes
• Fourth Amended Interlocal Agreement for Law Enforcement Services between the County and the Town of Friday Harbor

Environmental Stewardship

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the December 5 2024 meeting. It will discuss transportation‑element recommendations and review the draft annual report and workplan. Liaison representatives will provide brief updates on current projects. The meeting is virtual with an in‑person location at 1609 Beaverton Valley Rd., Friday Harbor.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Approve December 5 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss transportation element recommendations
• Review annual report and draft workplan
• Liaison updates

County Council

The San Juan County Council will discuss several letters of support for community projects and broadband equity. The body is also considering the formation of a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island via a special election on April 22, 2025. Additionally, the Council will review vacation rental permit ordinances and agricultural leases.

• Proposed special election on April 22, 2025, for a Metropolitan Park District on Lopez Island
• Ordinance regarding vacation rental permits in Eastsound Village Commercial and Lopez Commercial designations
• Multi-year agricultural leases for Frazer Homestead Preserve and Beaverton Marsh Preserve
• Resolution to dispose of surplus County property by public auction
• Letters of support for OPAL Community Land Trust, Friends of the Lopez Island Pool, and Rock Island BEAD application

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive briefings on the County Code Update Project and the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting includes a review of the draft Element 2, Land Use and Rural.

• Overview of County Code Update Project
• 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update briefing
• Review of Draft Element 2, Land Use and Rural

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve the November 2024 meeting minutes. They will hear a message from the Council Liaison. The commission will elect officers for the upcoming year and discuss the 2025 Work Plan. Additional items include old business, announcements, and adjournment.

• Approval of November 2024 minutes (vote)
• Council Liaison message
• Election of officers for 2025
• Discussion of the 2025 Work Plan

Board of Health

The Board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, and elect a chair and vice‑chair. It will receive updates from committees and the interim health officer, and discuss the department’s strategic plan and health officer recruitment.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Election of chair and vice‑chair
• Department Strategic Plan/Reimaging discussion
• Health Officer recruitment update

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hear updates on pending permits and a Critical Areas Ordinance update from the Department of Community Development. The Auditor will present the 2026‑2027 budget process, 2025 budget hearings, and related grant and travel policies. Council members will discuss the 2025 approved legislative priorities and review several key projects, including sea‑level‑rise impacts on marine facilities and county roads, trail updates, land bank initiatives, tribal engagement, cultural access tax development, and emergency rapid response program updates.

• Permits pending and in process (Department of Community Development)
• Comp Plan, Critical Areas Ordinance, Shoreline and Code Update (Department of Community Development)
• Auditor presentation on 2026‑2027 budget process and 2025 budget hearings
• Legislative process: review of 2025 approved legislative priorities
• Marine Facilities & County Roads impacted by sea level rise

County Council Work Session

The San Juan County Council will hold a work‑session retreat on Jan 13, 2025. Council members will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, adopt the 2025 meeting calendar, and assign committee liaisons. Staff will present updates on council support roles, board and commission vacancies, communications, facilities, DEIB initiatives, and human‑resources matters. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of 2025 Council meeting calendar
• Assignment of 2025 Council committee liaison positions
• Presentation on 2025 out‑of‑county representation travel budget
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation (RCW 42.30.110(1)(i))

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board will meet to review a new board application from Ward and hear a guest presentation from Paul Berry of Get Help Washington. The meeting also includes reports from the Human Services Manager and Program Coordinator.

• Review of board application for Ward
• Guest presentation by Paul Berry regarding Get Help Washington

Noxious Weed Control Board

The San Juan County Noxious Weed Control Board will review the December 6, 2024 minutes and receive updates on training, environmental stewardship, field activities, and the monthly report. The board will continue discussion of Resolution 121-2002, receive an update on a potential YMCA Camp Orkila contract, and consider the 2025 Annual Report and Work Plan along with the current budget status. Public comment is scheduled for 9:30‑9:45 AM.

• Resolution 121-2002 discussion (continued)
• Potential YMCA Camp Orkila contract update
• Annual Report and Work Plan for 2025 (discussion/action)
• Budget status presentation
• Public comment period (9:30–9:45 AM)

Fair Board

The San Juan County Fair Board will convene to approve minutes from December 2024, hear a report from the 4-H Director, and conduct elections for officers. The agenda includes discussions on meeting times, hiring updates, and the selection of a 2025 theme.

• Approval of December 2024 minutes
• 4-H Director's report
• Election of officers
• Discussion of Fair Board meeting time
• Hiring update

General

The Marine Advisory Committee (MRC) will convene, approve its agenda and December retreat minutes, and receive a report from the Northwest Straits Initiative. Members will discuss diversity, equity, inclusion, youth proposals, subcommittee work plans, and planning for projects through 2027. A presentation on the OPALCO Tidal Generation Project will be given, followed by discussions on EPA funding models and the 2025 salmon recovery grant round. The CAG will note the cancellation of the 2025 Salmon Recovery Conference.

• Approve meeting agenda and December retreat minutes
• Presentation: OPALCO Tidal Generation Project
• EPA Funding Model overview and discussion
• Planning for 2025 Salmon Recovery Grant round
• Cancellation of 2025 Salmon Recovery Conference

Housing Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will hear updates from the Housing Program Coordinator and the Homeless Housing Task Force, including recruitment and stipend information. Members will review the draft Housing Element and hear public comments. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Homeless Housing Task Force recruitment update
• Lived Experience Stipend memo
• Task force schedule discussion
• Draft Housing Element review
• Public comments/announcements

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to approve December 2024 minutes, receive a recruitment update, and discuss community input on Ferry Landing Upper Parking time restrictions and the OPAL Pea Patch Project Road Frontage Question.

• Approval of December 2024 meeting minutes
• Ferry Landing Upper Parking - Time Restrictions (seeking community input)
• OPAL Pea Patch Project Road Frontage Question
• EPRC’s 2024 End of the Year Report
• EPRC Recruitment Update