WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A development moratorium in semi-urban areas of unincorporated Island County remains in effect, but changes are likely when commissioners consider a replacement moratorium next month.
Jill Johnson
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: The Department of Homeland Security published a list of “sanctuary jurisdictions” in the nation that are allegedly defying federal immigration law. However, Island County made the list, even though it does not have a sanctuary policy, and the city of Langley is not on the list.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Oak Harbor officials’ plan to adopt a business and occupation tax to help fund marina dredging, the construction of a marina breakwater and a city recreation center fell apart during vigorous debate at a city council meeting Tuesday.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Unanimously approved by Island County commissioners last week, the Keystone Farm and Forest Preserve owned by the Whidbey Camano Land Trust became the island’s third special review district.
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., May 9, 2025.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County commissioners are moving forward with adopting a “resolution for atonement” that extends “a profound apology” to individuals and families in the past who were affected by racist rules in property deeds.
Hoping to provide a little (albeit long-winded) clarification on Island County’s role in developing affordable housing.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County is expending funds generated by a special sales tax to purchase an apartment building in Coupeville and possibly buy property in downtown Oak Harbor for a future apartment complex.