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.
Jill Johnson
The Island County Commissioners will hold their regular work session on Wed., Nov. 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County will raise building permit fees by 40% in 2026 and 20% in 2027 to address budget deficits, with future annual inflation adjustments.
The Island County Commissioners will hold their regular work session on Wed., Nov. 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM.
The Island County Commissioners will hold their regular board meeting on Tue., Nov. 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County commissioners just relit a debate over fireworks with a preliminary decision to ask voters their thoughts on banning consumer pyrotechnics through an advisory vote next year.
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Sep. 26, 2025.