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SOUTH WHIDBEY: Empower local WA communities to sail their own ferries (FB)

SOUTH WHIDBEY: Empower local WA communities to sail their own ferries (FB)

Feb 21, 20251 min read
More on the topic of passenger only ferries. The traction and attention given to this important issue is encouraging! (Note cameo quote by the Port of South Whidbey’s Commissioner Jack Ng) The Legislature has a chance to help jumpstart local foot ferries at a time when they’re needed most.
South Whidbey Record

LANGLEY: Mystery of ‘missing’ $1 million resolved

Feb 21, 20252 min read
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: There was never a spare, previously unaccounted $1 million in the city’s accounts, Finance Director Kelly Beech explained, but instead a variance in reconciling the financial software with the bank.
South Whidbey Record

LANGLEY: Mistake overcharges property owners

Feb 21, 20252 min read
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Due to an error in the bond levy rate for the Langley Infrastructure Project, homeowners will see a higher number than expected on their property tax statements.
SOUTH WHIDBEY: Commissioner Gordon at State Capitol (FB)

SOUTH WHIDBEY: Commissioner Gordon at State Capitol (FB)

Feb 20, 20251 min read
PORT OF SOUTH WHIDBEY: Commissioner Curt Gordon was at the State Capitol yesterday to testify in support of the proposed Mosquito Fleet Act.
South Whidbey Record

LEGISLATURE 2025-26: Passenger-only ferries concept gaining traction

Feb 18, 20252 min read
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.
South Whidbey School District

SOUTH WHIDBEY: School Board Resolution and Letter in Support of Inclusion, Equity, and Community

Feb 14, 20256 min read
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 Record

SOUTH WHIDBEY: Improvements planned for campground

Feb 14, 20252 min read
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Campers will soon enjoy updated utilities at the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds in Langley.
South Whidbey Record

SOUTH WHIDBEY: Port ponders levy reset

Feb 14, 20252 min read
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Port of South Whidbey commissioners are considering a levy increase to help cover the cost of operations.
SOUTH WHIDBEY: SWSD Navigator – Community Forum – Wednesday, February 19th

SOUTH WHIDBEY: SWSD Navigator – Community Forum – Wednesday, February 19th

Feb 13, 20251 min read
The South Whidbey School District posted this to its Facebook page on Feb. 13, 2025. Check out this week’s SWSD Navigator Newsletter! ​ South Whidbey Schools ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Issue #126| February 13, 2025 ​ Welcome to t…
South Whidbey Record

LANGLEY: Fate of stagnant buildings uncertain

Feb 7, 20252 min read
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: In the city of Langley, businesses move in and out of the downtown core as the years go by, following the ebb and flow of openings and closings. There are some buildings, however, that have remained empty storefronts for far longer than others, leaving some to wonder if they will ever reopen their doors again.