Island County Commissioners voted to approve the Port of Coupeville’s application for funding through the State’s Rural County Economic Development Fund. This year, the commissioners decided to focus on funding projects related to broadband. Commissioner Melanie Bacon said this is a “huge priority” for the board. See the story by...
Candidates for the many positions on the November 2021 ballot are filing to run. See our Filing Week 2021 page for a complete listing of positions that will be on the November ballot and the candidates who have filed for them. (Note: Open Water District positions are not listed). Candidate...
Coupeville’s port commissioners are considering a port-specific tax that could bring in up to $7.5 million for capital improvements and repairs at its properties, by creating an industrial development district (IDD). The IDD would allow the port to levy funds without voter approval. Projects under consideration include seismic stabilization and...
