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CAMANO: Jan Treml formally announced her resignation (FB)
In front of a room packed with friends and colleagues, longtime fire commissioner Jan Treml formally announced her resignation from the board. Chief Yengoyan presented her with a plaque and members of the Flames and Camano Preparedness Group presented her with flowers and other tokens of appreciation. Jan has served…
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CAMANO: Nominations open for vacant Camano Fire Commissioner position
CAMANO ISLAND FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT: Jan Treml announced her resignation from the Board of Fire Commissioners effective Feb. 11, 2025. The Board of Commissioners nominated Maria Carlstrom as a candidate to fill Jan Treml’s vacant Board seat.
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CAMANO: Jan Treml, longtime Camano Fire advocate and Commissioner, steps down from Board
CAMANO ISLAND FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT: Fire Commissioner Jan Treml tendered her resignation to the Camano Fire Board of Commissioners at its Feb. 10 regular meeting.
OAK HARBOR: County, city spar over growth planning at rare meeting
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A showdown between leaders from Island County and the city of Oak Harbor over growth planning Tuesday had moments of drama but resulted in a general agreement.
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OAK HARBOR: School renewal levy wins voters’ favor
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: With less than 25 ballots left to count on Feb. 21, the renewal of the educational programs and operations levy for the Oak Harbor School District is poised to pass.
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OAK HARBOR Arts Commission – Feb. 10, 2025 [VIDEO] (FB)
2-13-2025 City of Oak Harbor Arts Commission
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COUPEVILLE: Reminder: Town Council Meeting is Tuesday, February 11th, at 6:00pm (FB)
Reminder: The Coupeville Town Council Meeting is Tuesday, February 11th, at 6:00pm. The meeting will take place at the Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room at 1 NE 6th St. Meeting agenda and packet materials can be found at: https://townofcoupeville.org/2025-town-council/
COUPEVILLE: Town council ponders fireworks ban
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Starting next year, the days Coupeville residents are allowed to discharge fireworks might drop from one to zero.
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LEGISLATURE 2025-26: Passenger-only ferries concept gaining traction
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: When it comes to ferries, although most of the attention has been focused on the enormous green-and-white vessels operated by the state, there is an emerging interest in another way to get across the water that just might be faster: passenger-only ferries.
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SOUTH WHIDBEY: School Board Resolution and Letter in Support of Inclusion, Equity, and Community
The South Whidbey School District sent a letter to parents and community members declaring their commitment to district policies supporting all students, regardless of immigration status or gender identity.
SOUTH WHIDBEY: Port ponders levy reset
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Port of South Whidbey commissioners are considering a levy increase to help cover the cost of operations.
ISLAND COUNTY: A Message from Commissioner Bacon [Feb. 14, 2025]
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Feb. 14, 2025.
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OAK HARBOR: County, city spar over growth planning at rare meeting
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A showdown between leaders from Island County and the city of Oak Harbor over growth planning Tuesday had moments of drama but resulted in a general agreement.
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SOUTH WHIDBEY: Improvements planned for campground
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Campers will soon enjoy updated utilities at the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds in Langley.
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LEGISLATURE 2025-26: Passenger-only ferries concept gaining traction
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: When it comes to ferries, although most of the attention has been focused on the enormous green-and-white vessels operated by the state, there is an emerging interest in another way to get across the water that just might be faster: passenger-only ferries.
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LEGISLATURE 2025-26 / DAVE PAUL: Spoke with members of the Nurses Association (FB)
I had the opportunity to speak with members of the Nurses Association. Thank you to Justin and Melonie for traveling to Olympia to represent and advocate for nurses in Washington state. I truly appreciate the work of WSNA in their efforts to improve healthcare in our community.
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LEGISLATURE 2025-26: Met with members of the Alzheimer’s Association (FB)
I had the honor of meeting with members of the Alzheimer’s Association last week. Alzheimer’s is an awful disease that has impacted many in our community. Thank you for traveling to Olympia to advocate for individuals and families facing this disease – I appreciate all the work you do to…
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