Retiring Rep. Norma Smith (R-Clinton) sent a farewell email from her official account, outlining her thoughts on recent developments in Olympia and the upcoming legislative session.
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Rep. Dave Paul’s campaign emailed their followers about Paul’s committee assignments and legislative priorities for the 2021 session.
The City of Oak Harbor has released the agenda and meeting packet for the Jan. 5, 2021 City Council meeting.
Jessie Stensland reports in the Whidbey News-Times that the state Department of Health has temporarily taken over contact tracing from Island County.
Jessie Stensland at the Whidbey News-Times reports that the Board of County Commissioners has awarded $220,000 in grants for 2021. The grants, which are funded by a 2% excise tax on lodging rentals, are intended to promote tourism in Island County.
Emily Gilbert reports in the Whidbey News-Times on a legislative forum held by the Oak Harbor School District with 10th District legislators on Friday, Dec. 19. The school board outlined their legislative priorities, including mental health care and special education funding.
The Whidbey News-Times reports: “Several Oak Harbor High School teachers criticized the school board” over changes to its reopening plan.
The Oak Harbor School Board voted unanimously to get a plan for in-person classes.