In a story by Kira Erickson, she reports that the South Whidbey School Board will return to public meetings in January in a hybrid format which will also include broadcasting over Zoom for those who do not want to attend in person. The story cites several reasons for the School...
Langley City Councilmember Christy Korrow co-wrote a Letter to the Editor about the resignation of South Whidbey School Director Damian Greene. The letter was published on December 16, 2021. They Said It Belinda Griswold and Langley City Councilmember Christy Korrow: Damian Greene’s… been truly out of step with our South...
After 10 years of service on the South Whidbey School Board, Damian Greene announced at Wednesday’s school board meeting that he is resigning his position as of January 1, 2022. “I think it’s a good time to go,” said Greene. “There’s differences here that we definitely have, of opinion.” In...
The South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District Commissioners will ask voters for an increase of 22 cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation this February. Commissioner Matt Simms said, “To me, that’s the fundamental decision that we make in a time like this: Do we keep doing a great job of...
At the suggestion of South Whidbey School Board member Damian Greene, the board decided to vote two months early on a decision about renewing Superintendent Moccia’s contract for another three years. His reason for moving up the vote was due to concerns about possible electoral turnover of the board and...
Karina Andrew writes in her story in the Whidbey News-Times that “more than 90% of employees in all Whidbey school districts are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to data from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.” Coupeville School District Superintendent Steve King said, “We are pleased that everyone in...
Island Time: Maintenance & Operations Levy “For” and “Against” Committees Sought The South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District sent the following email on Tuesday, November 23, 2021: Replacement M & O Levy-“For” & “Against” Committees On the February 2022 ballot, registered South Whidbey voters will be asked to consider funding...
The Port of Coupeville has passed an industrial development tax levy that will tax assessed property values at 45 cents per thousand. The expectation is that the tax will generate approximately $1.25 million the first year. Commissioner David Day said “This money has to be spent on designated projects. It’s...
