https://www.facebook.com/981836327283863/posts/1118844273583067Homelessness is not just an Island County issue…it’s a national crisis that we need creativity, realistic expectations and the right regulatory framework to solve. No easy answers. Homelessness in the U.S. jumped 18.1% this year, hitting a record level, with the dramatic rise driven mostly by a lack of affordable...
WHIDBEY NEWS TIMES: A big increase in the cost of hauling garbage from an Island County facility to the mainland will soon translate to a price hike for Whidbey residents who drop off trash.
WHIDBEY NEWS TIMES: Environmental activists are once again ringing the alarm over a loophole in the Department of Natural Resource’s foresting permits that allows developers to forgo environmental impact studies by requesting an additional permit through the county.
WHIDBEY NEWS TIMES: Island County commissioners rescinded pay increases for themselves and most of the other elected county officials, but they found another way to receive higher compensation.
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Dec. 20, 2024.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: An attempt at creating a moment of solemn bipartisanship at an Island County commissioners’ meeting was upended by a pornographic “Zoom bomb” on Tuesday.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Efforts are underway in Island County to bring broadband internet to underserved areas.
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Dec. 13, 2024.
