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DISTRICT 1 NEWS
September 2011

Greetings,

 

September has begun and there is a full calendar of activities as well as some great weather to enjoy our beautiful islands.  There are important public events outlined below and your participation is encouraged. Local government works best when citizens are engaged!  

 

community meeting 

Disaster Preparedness

 Are you ready?

 

We all know it is not a matter of 'if' but 'when' disaster will strike our islands. Get better prepared by taking advantage of this free course offered by the Island County Department of Emergency Managment. This shortened course is tailored to just address the disaster events that could hit our county. Participants will receive an overview of the FEMA IS-22, ARE YOU READY course; what the most likely disasters could be, how to be prepare for them, and how to survive afterwards. 

 

Please let DEM know if you are going to attend.  [email protected]

  

Island County  Department of Emergency Managment

Date:  14 September 2011

Time:  6:30  to 9 PM

Location:  County Annex Building, Commissioners hearing Room

 

 

Jacob Ebey's House
Jacob Ebey's House

Ebey's Reserve Public Hearing

 

The Ebey's National Historic Reserve is the only National Park in the country under local control. The Reserve was established by interlocal agreement in 1988 between the National Parks Service, the Town of Coupeville, Island County and Washington State Parks. On September 26, 2011 at 6 pm there will be a public hearing to consider adoption of the Unified Design Review Guidelines and code updates for the Town of Coupeville and Island County. This multi-year collaborative effort with extensive public input creates a more streamlined and predictable permit process, and important protections for this unique historic resource. To view the documents please visit the Planning Dept. website. To learn more about the Reserve, please visit the Ebey's website.

 

Farm Tour
Whidbey Island Farm Tour

 

 Whidbey Island Farm Tour

 

This weekend is a great event for the whole family! The Farm Tour runs September 16 and 17th. See how small farms work and meet the people who grow the food and fiber locally. Learn how we can build this sustainable industry and strengthen our local economy. Maps and information is available on their website http://whidbeyfarmtour.wordpress.com/

 

 

 

Redistricting for Commissioner's Districts

 

In compliance with state law, the Auditor's office is conducting a redistricting effort to more closely balance the populations of the Commissioner districts to reflect the new census numbers.  The major change proposed is to move Penn Cove precinct from District #1 into District #2,  and to incorporate the last decade's annexations into the City of Oak Harbor. To view the presentation from last night's meeting and access the supporting documents, visit the Commissioners' website.  Public comment is welcome all this week, as official action is scheduled for Monday, September 19th. Thanks in advance for your input!

 

  

It is an honor to serve you. Be sure to share this newsletter with others.

Please send me your suggestions and comments.  

 
Sincerely,

 


Helen Price Johnson
Island County Commissioner, Dist. 1

[email protected]

(360)679-7354

PO Box 5000

Coupeville, WA 98239