Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Nov. 7, 2025.
Board of County Commissioners
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County granted $54,000 to food programs as SNAP benefits are cut by half, prompting local nonprofits and officials to expand emergency meal services and drive donations.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County’s veteran programs achieve high claim success, deliver $5.1 million in benefits, and provide emergency aid, strengthening both veteran well-being and the local economy.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County will hold a 2026 advisory vote on banning consumer fireworks in unincorporated areas, dividing commissioners but supported by anti-fireworks groups citing safety and environmental concerns.
ISLAND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: The Board of Island County Commissioners is looking for citizens interested in filling positions on a variety of committees and boards.
The Island County Commissioners have cancelled their regular work session on Wed., Nov. 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM.
The Island County Commissioners have cancelled their regular board meeting on Tue., Nov. 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM.
JANET ST. CLAIR: I want to take a moment in the last couple of months of this year to draw your attention to significant policy and budgetary issues.