San Juan County public meetings in 2022

Hearing Examiner

The San Juan County Hearing Examiner will not hold a meeting on December 28, 2022. The next scheduled meeting is January 25, 2023.

• No meeting on December 28, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for January 25, 2023

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will discuss completion of the Comprehensive Plan, review an Ag Viability Survey, and plan listening sessions. The committee will also consider the code revision process and receive updates from WSU, the Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and the Food System Team.

• Comprehensive Plan completion update
• Agricultural Viability Survey review
• Listening sessions outreach planning
• Code revision process policy discussion
• Updates from WSU, SJI Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and Food System Team

Landbank Commission

The Commission will consider creating a vision statement or strategic plan for the next 5-10 years, as the Land Bank approaches the end of its authorization period in 2026 and a possible citizen-led renewal effort in 2024. They will also discuss aspirational goals for acquisitions, stewardship, and public outreach, as well as other activities to prepare for renewal, such as an alternatives analysis and assessing neighbors' experiences.

• Discussion of a vision statement or strategic plan for the Land Bank's next 5-10 years
• Consideration of an alternatives analysis to assess what would happen to Land Bank properties if renewal does not occur
• Aspirational goals for acquisitions, stewardship, and public access
• Lopez Hill Addition Conservation Easement Conveyance
• Nomination of 2023 officers

The Commission unanimously elected its officers for 2023 and approved the minutes from the November 18, 2022, meeting. Staff provided updates on conservation easements and stewardship projects, including a $12-13K funding gift from the DNR for San Juan Island work.

• Approved November 18, 2022, minutes
• Elected Christa Campbell as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Brian Wiese as Vice-chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Pickett as Finance Officer (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will not hold any meetings in November or December 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2023.

• No meetings in November or December 2022
• Next meeting: January 20, 2023

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss updated language and priorities for strategic actions, based on feedback from working groups and committee liaisons. The meeting also includes a staff update on the baseline climate assessment and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Baseline Climate Assessment update from Cascadia Consulting
• Review of updated strategic action priorities based on working group feedback
• Discussion on next steps for prioritization

The committee decided to put the prioritization of Strategic Actions in the Climate Action Plan on hold until the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions report is completed. Members discussed the need for a charging station plan and the impact of electrification on power infrastructure.

• Approved meeting agenda (with addition of glass recycling report)
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (with one amendment)
• Decided to hold table prioritization of Strategic Actions until GHG emissions report is finished

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will approve October minutes, hear agency and public comments, receive a staffing update, review a Surface Water Subcommittee letter to the Land Bank, and get updates from the Groundwater Subcommittee. New business includes suggestions for 2023.

• Review of Surface Water Subcommittee letter to Land Bank
• Updates from Groundwater Subcommittee
• New business: suggestions for 2023

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will discuss several housing-related items, including a memo on Home Fund planning grants, a letter of support for Project Based Section 8 vouchers, and a proposed 1/10th of 1% affordable housing excise tax. They will also review comments on the Town of Friday Harbor's comprehensive plan and initial responses to the Argyle Lot RFQ. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Discussion of Jon Cain Memo re: Home Fund Planning Grants
• Letter of Support for Project Based Section 8 Vouchers
• 1/10th of 1% Affordable Housing Excise Tax
• Comments on Town of Friday Harbor Comprehensive Plan
• Initial Discussion of Argyle Lot RFQ Responses

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will celebrate the completion of the Comp Plan and discuss next steps and priorities for the code update. Public comment will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Comp Plan: WhooHoo!!!! It is done.
• Code Update Strategy: Next steps & priorities

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update from Washington State Ferries on service issues, new vessels, and schedule revision plans. Island and terminal representatives will report on local conditions, and the committee will discuss current issues and priorities.

• WSF update on service issues, new vessels, and schedule revision plans
• Hiring and training update from WSF
• Island and terminal updates from San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw, and commercial traffic representatives
• General discussion on current issues and priorities

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee's Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to plan listening sessions for San Juan, Lopez, and Shaw islands. The agenda includes scheduling, collaborator guidelines, facilitation plans, advertising, and support crew coordination. No decisions are recorded; the meeting is focused on discussion and planning.

• Planning listening sessions on San Juan, Lopez, and Shaw islands
• Collaborator share-out guidelines
• Facilitation plan for sessions
• Advertising and promotion strategy
• Support crew for each island

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to review a building permit application (BUILD-22-0344), discuss the annual report, and receive a County Council update. The agenda contains only procedural and review items.

• Permit review: BUILD-22-0344
• Council update with Cindy Wolf
• Annual report discussion
• Streetscapes discussion

The committee discussed flexibility for streetscape requirements and reviewed a building permit for 254 North Beach Rd. Members were tasked with reviewing the draft Annual Report and identifying necessary changes to the Eastsound Subarea plan.

• Reviewed draft Annual Report for submission by December 31, 2023
• Identified requirements for BUILD-22-0344 (254 North Beach Rd) including onsite parking, ADA space, and exterior lighting plan
• Proposed review of streetscapes for presentation in February

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health meets to receive committee updates and program reports from the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program, Community Health Services, and the Dental Program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of informational presentations.

• Toddler Learning Center program update by Executive Director René Denman
• Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program and Complex Needs Program update by Program Coordinator Ethna Flanagan
• Community Health Services updates: Home Visiting & Early Childhood Education, Wellness Van Project, and introduction to Child Death Review by Manager Jessica Nye
• Access to Care – Dental Program update by Program Coordinator Kristen Rezabek

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 19, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and updates regarding community health programs and committee activities.

• Approved agenda of December 7, 2022 (All Ayes)
• Approved meeting minutes of October 19, 2022 (All Ayes)
• Excused absent members Lisa DiGiorgio, Mayor Ray Jackson, and Kyle Davies (All Ayes)

County Council

The County Council will discuss and potentially adopt resolutions on 2023 staffing levels and pay/benefit plans, and hold a public hearing on the 2023 Budget Mid-biennial Review. Other items include a conservation easement for the Lopez Hill Addition, a Human Services transportation update, and authorization to apply for a Recreation and Conservation Office grant for the Hunter Bay Marine Facility project.

• Resolution adopting 2023 County staffing levels and pay & benefit plans
• Public hearing on the 2023 Budget Mid-biennial Review (continued from Nov 29)
• Discussion of resolution to convey a conservation easement deed on Lopez Hill Addition property to the Preservation Trust
• Request for authorization to apply for a Recreation and Conservation Office grant for the Hunter Bay Marine Facility project
• Human Services Transportation update

County Council

The Council will hold a continued public hearing to consider adopting an ordinance updating the county's comprehensive plan and official maps, as required by the Washington Growth Management Act. This item affects land-use rules and zoning for all county residents.

County Council

The Council will hold public hearings and take action on several 2023 budget and tax items, including the property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense, as well as the 2023 Capital Improvement Plan and the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. They will also discuss and vote on the 2023 staffing and pay plan, financial policies, and a recreation plan update. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and action items related to the county's annual budget and planning cycle.

• Adopt 2023 Annual Construction Program and Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan 2023-2028
• Set 2023 property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense
• Adopt 2023 Capital Improvement Plan and 2023-2028 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Adopt 2022 Budget Emergency and Supplemental Appropriations
• Adopt ordinance updating Comprehensive Plan and official maps under the Growth Management Act

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will convene on November 18, 2022, to consider adopting the 2022/2023 budget amendments following a public hearing. The agenda also includes updates from the San Juan Preservation Trust, a County Council report, and discussions on the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan and acquisition processes.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of the 2022/2023 budget amendments
• Discussion of the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan update
• Acquisition process discussion
• Partner update from the San Juan Preservation Trust
• Nominating committee for 2023 officers

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission has cancelled its meetings for November and December 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2023.

• No meetings in November or December 2022
• Next meeting set for January 20, 2023

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to review the Assessor's certification of the 2022 assessment roll and any current good cause waiver requests. This is a procedural step in the property tax appeal process.

• Review of Assessor's certification of the 2022 assessment roll
• Review of any current good cause waiver requests

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will consider adopting its 2023 Work Plan and 2022 ARC Report. The meeting also includes updates from WSU, SJI Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and the Food System Team.

• Action item: 2023 Work Plan adoption
• Action item: 2022 ARC Report adoption
• Public comment period

Agricultural Resources Committee

The subcommittee will debrief a recent retreat and discuss a draft work plan for 2023 outreach activities. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Public comment period
• ARC retreat debrief
• Draft 2023 outreach work plan

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to swear in board members, review any current good cause waiver requests, and discuss scheduling for 2022 petitions. This is a procedural meeting focused on administrative setup and case management.

• Swear in Board members
• Review any current good cause waiver requests
• Discuss 2022 petition scheduling

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will hear updates on grants, transfer stations, and a state SWAC report. New topics include organics recycling implementation planning and a tour debrief on extended producer responsibility. The committee will also review results from a citizen composting survey and plan for a spring hazardous waste event.

• Organics Recycling Implementation Planning (Resource Synergy)
• Extended Producer Responsibility Metro Vancouver Tour Debrief
• Citizen Composting Survey Results
• Spring GICU Event scheduled for April 22, 2023
• Hazardous Waste Event on Orcas Island – November 19

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator, review the 2022 Annual Report and 2023 Work Plan, and discuss the 2022 Home Fund Admin and Finance Review and the Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• HAC 2022 Annual Report & 2023 Work Plan review
• 2022 Home Fund Admin and Finance Review discussion
• Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan Update discussion
• Housing Program Coordinator updates from Ryan Page
• Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will swear in members, appoint a chair and vice chair for 2022/2023, discuss meeting and hearing formats, review current good cause waiver requests, and discuss 2022 petitions.

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold public hearings on the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, a noxious weed program fee increase, and 2022 public facility grants. They will also discuss the 2023 budget, property tax levies for roads and conservation, and vote on extending the visitors bureau marketing contract.

• Public hearing to approve the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan
• Public hearing on ordinance to increase the noxious weed program assessment
• Discussion of ordinances setting 2023 property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense
• Action to approve one-year extension of San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau marketing agreement to Dec. 31, 2023
• Discussion of 2022 Budget Third Amendment and 2023 Capital Improvement Plan

Agricultural Resources Committee

The San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee is meeting to review a draft work plan and discuss notes from an ARC retreat, as well as a code update plan. The meeting includes a public comment period and is primarily procedural.

• Draft Work Plan review
• Notes from ARC Retreat for work plan discussion
• Code Update Plan discussion

County Council

The Council will hold discussions on the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan for 2023-2028 (with action scheduled for November 29) and on the Comprehensive Plan update, including a second touch on an ordinance related to the Comprehensive Plan. These are discussion items only; no final decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Discussion of the 2023-2028 Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan (formerly Parks, Trails, and Natural Areas Plan)
• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan update
• Discussion of an ordinance regarding the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan (second touch)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The board will vote on a resolution linking land-use classifications to property assessments, and discuss a proposed interlocal agreement with the Conservation Land Bank for weed control. Other items include a report on the noxious weed program, a request for a Youth Conservation Corps grant, and a budget update.

• Vote on resolution regarding land use classifications and property assessments
• Discussion of interlocal agreement with Conservation Land Bank for contracted weed control
• Presentation of monthly program report
• Consideration of Youth Conservation Corps 2023 grant letter of commitment
• Update on budget status

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to discuss streetscapes/pathways, code violations, and housing in Eastsound. They will also review two building permits: BUILD-22-0324 for a new single-family residence and BUILD-22-600 for a remodel and addition.

• Discussion of Eastsound Streetscapes/pathways
• Discussion of Code Violations
• Discussion of Eastsound Housing
• Review of BUILD-22-0324: new single-family residence
• Review of BUILD-22-600: remodel and addition

The committee identified priority trail locations and agreed to draft a letter to the Council and Public Works regarding these recommendations. Members discussed streetscape designs and code violations related to camping. The committee also rescheduled its December meeting.

• Approved moving the December meeting from Dec 1 to December 8
• Agreed to draft a letter to Council and Public Works recommending trail priorities
• Identified five priority trail areas including Lovers Lane and Crescent Beach

Fair Board

The San Juan County Fair Board will meet to receive a budget update, discuss online entry procedures, review the fair board structure, select the 2023 fair theme, and approve the fee schedule. The meeting is open to the public via phone.

The Board decided to allow 4 pickleball courts to be installed by Island Rec. with a reevaluation scheduled for December 31st. Other items discussed included a fair recap, security policies, and the 2023 fair theme.

• Approved installation of 4 pickleball courts with reevaluation on Dec. 31st
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved July 15th, 2022 minutes

County Council

The Council will discuss and schedule public hearings for the 2023 budget mid-biennial review, the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, and ordinances setting 2023 property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense. They will also consider a one-year extension of the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau marketing agreement and a contract with the Town of Friday Harbor for law enforcement services.

• 2023 property tax levy ordinances for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense
• 2023-2028 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan approval
• One-year extension of San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau Destination Marketing agreement to Dec. 31, 2023
• Contract with Town of Friday Harbor for law enforcement services
• Noxious Weed Program Assessment Increase public hearing scheduled for Nov. 8

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold discussions on the Comprehensive Plan, including briefings from the Director of Community Development and a Planner, and will consider an ordinance related to the plan, with a public hearing scheduled for November 29.

• Discussion: Comprehensive Plan Briefings by David Williams and Sophia Cassam
• Consideration of an ordinance regarding the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan (first touch, public hearing on November 29)

Veterans Advisory Board

The San Juan County Veterans Advisory Board will meet on October 28, 2022, to discuss the status of the Veterans Service Officer agreement with Whatcom County and review billing activity. The board will also approve minutes from the September 30 meeting.

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will convene to approve past meeting minutes, receive a staff update on a baseline climate assessment, and discuss additional budget items. The committee will also consider rescheduling its December meeting due to the holidays.

• Approve August 25, 2022 and September 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Staff update on baseline climate assessment
• Discussion of additional budget items
• Consider rescheduling December 22 regular meeting

The committee approved the August 25 and September 12, 2022, meeting minutes. Members received reports from various advisory groups regarding food production, waste reduction, land bank strategies, and water resource management. No new policies were voted into law, but several priority levels for sustainability goals were discussed.

• Approved August 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved September 12, 2022 special meeting minutes
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented

Hearing Examiner

The San Juan County Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on October 26, 2022, for a shoreline variance, a vacation rental conditional use permit, and two shoreline substantial development permits. One hearing is for a permit after the fact for clearing and grading on San Juan Island.

• Shoreline variance by Matt Abell and Stephanie Edinger for residential construction, Lot 13 of Fern Place, San Juan Island (LANDUSE-22-0075)
• Conditional use permit by Robert te Winkel and Carrie Moore for a vacation rental at 125 Highlands Drive, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-22-0031)
• After-the-fact shoreline substantial development permit by James Cullinan for clearing, grading, landscaping, and path construction on San Juan Island (LANDUSE-22-0031)
• Shoreline substantial development permit by Carl and Cynthia Beckwith for a dock expansion at 111 Promontory Drive, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-22-0075)

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee (ARC) will hold a special meeting to discuss draft action items from the Climate & Sustainability Committee. The agenda includes public comment and a review of the meeting agenda.

• Discussion of Climate & Sustainability Committee draft action items

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including a draft lease for the Coffelt property, final approval of the Turtleback SMP, and public comments on the Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan. The meeting also includes financial and director's reports, as well as updates on recreation, open space, and stewardship planning.

• ACTION – Coffelt Lease Draft Approval for Legal Review
• ACTION – Final Turtleback SMP Consideration for Approval
• Public Comments and Draft Responses for Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan
• Financial Report – 3rd Quarter 2022 Financial Report
• Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan Update

The Commission unanimously approved the 2022 Turtleback Mountain Preserve Stewardship and Management Plan. They also reached consensus to forward the Coffelt Farm lease draft for legal review. The meeting included updates on acquisitions, the County Home Fund, and the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan.

• Approved 2022 Turtleback Mountain Preserve Stewardship and Management Plan (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to forward Coffelt Farm lease draft for legal review
• Approved September 16, 2022, minutes with corrections
• Set annual retreat for December 2022, in person with hybrid backup

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The San Juan County Lodging Tax Advisory Board will review current awards and projects, including the Jackson Beach Project and a Sail Orcas fund reallocation of $5,000. They will also discuss the process for 2023 awards, with an uncommitted amount of $721,720, and set meeting dates for next year.

• Review of remaining funds: $826,790 available for current awards and projects
• Sail Orcas repurpose of funds: $5,000
• Uncommitted amount for 2023 awards: $721,720
• RFP deadline for 2023 awards: November 6
• Presentation and review dates for 2023 awards: December 5, 7, 8, 9

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will discuss the remainder of its 2022 calendar, approve minutes from September 16, and hold a public hearing on the Public Works Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2023-2028. Commissioners will also discuss housing issues related to the development code with staff, but no public comment will be taken on that item.

• Public hearing on Public Works Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2023-2028
• Discussion of housing issues related to the development code (no public comment)
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2023-2028 to the County Council, with emphasis on bike lanes and separated bike lanes where appropriate. No meetings were scheduled for November and December 2022 due to staff focus on the Comprehensive Plan Update. Commissioner Steve Rubey was thanked for his service as his term ends in December. The commission also held a discussion on housing issues related to development code, but no decisions were made on that topic.

• Approved minutes of September 16, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended Six-Year TIP 2023-2028 to County Council with emphasis on bike lanes (5-0)

Citizens Salary Commission

The San Juan County Citizens' Salary Commission will meet to discuss and potentially decide on cost-of-living adjustments and base pay increases for elected officials, using data from comparator counties. The agenda also includes public testimony, approval of prior minutes, and scheduling of future meetings.

• Discussion of cost of living increases for elected officials
• Discussion of base pay increases for elected officials using comparator county data
• Review of Assessor's report on Residential Value by Mailing Address
• Public testimony opportunity at 12:05 p.m.
• Term option for Madden Surbaugh

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Clean Water Utility's riparian restoration program for False Bay Creek, Garrison Creek, and Crow Valley Creek, and discuss water needs for Cascade Creek spawning coho. The meeting also includes approval of August 2022 minutes, agency updates, and public comments.

• Review of riparian restoration program for False Bay Creek, Garrison Creek, and Crow Valley Creek
• Discussion of Cascade Creek spawning coho and water needs
• Approval of August 2022 meeting minutes
• Agency updates and public comments

The committee received a detailed presentation on riparian restoration projects across three major watersheds, including progress on fencing, planting, and beaver dam analogs. Members discussed specific properties, water rights issues, and funding options. The August 2022 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes (moved by Judy, seconded by Lynn, no objections)
• Action item: Judy will follow up on a letter to the Land Bank regarding False Bay Preserve management
• Action item: Erin will look up the Land Bank management plan update schedule and share with committee
• Action item: Erin will distribute the Land Bank plan link to committee members

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates from committees, the food program, human services transportation plan, senior programs, Whatcom Council on Aging, and Northwest Regional Council. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Food Program Updates from Environmental Health Manager Kyle Dodd
• Human Services Transportation Plan Update from Program Coordinator Richard Uri
• Senior Programs & Services Update from Director Mark Tompkins and Aging & Family Case Coordinator Gail Leschine-Seitz
• Whatcom Council on Aging presentation by Executive Director Chris Orr
• Northwest Regional Council update by Business Development Manager Ryan Blackwell

The San Juan County Board of Health met on October 19, 2022, and received informational updates on food program inspections returning to pre-pandemic levels, the Human Services Transportation Plan update, senior programs and services, and presentations from the Whatcom Council on Aging and Northwest Regional Council. No formal decisions, approvals, or denials were made; the meeting was focused on reports and discussion.

• Approved agenda of October 19, 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022 as written (all ayes)
• Excused absent board member Steve Rubey (all ayes)
• Selected December 7, 2022 as date for combined November/December meeting

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee is holding an online outreach session to recap the current ferry situation, discuss what has been done and what remains to be done, and hear public comments. No decisions are being made at this informational meeting.

• Online-only meeting via Zoom, no in-person option
• Recap of current ferry situation and what remains to be done
• Public comments, questions, and discussion period from 6:20 pm to 7:30 pm

Agricultural Resources Committee

The San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee will review a final Comprehensive Plan memo and discuss comments for the Climate & Sustainability Committee. The meeting also includes updates on recruitment, outreach, and reports from partner agricultural organizations.

• Review of final Comprehensive Plan memo
• Comments for the Climate & Sustainability Committee
• Recruitment report for ARC business
• Outreach planning for ARC retreat
• Ag program updates from WSU, SJI Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and Food System Team

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing on 2022 Public Facilities Finance Assistance Program awards, discuss a proposed increase to the noxious weed program assessment, review financial policies, and vote on approving public works allocations and a revised parks and fairgrounds fee schedule.

• Public hearing on 2022 Public Facilities Finance Assistance Program awards
• Discussion and action on noxious weed program assessment increase
• Discussion of financial policies with County Auditor
• Action to approve public works allocations
• Action to approve resolution revising parks and fairgrounds fee schedule

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee's Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to plan an upcoming retreat on October 26th. The agenda is limited to retreat logistics and facilitation, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Public comment period at 4:10 PM
• Retreat planning for October 26, 8am-noon

Ferry Advisory Committee

The Ferry Advisory Committee is holding an online outreach session to recap the current ferry situation, discuss what has been done and what remains, and explore how the public can help. The meeting includes public comments and discussion.

• Recap of the current ferry situation
• Discussion of what has been done and what remains to be done
• Public comments and questions

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from Housing Lopez and discuss the history and concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan. They will also review a single-family residence addition permit (BUILD-22-0404). The meeting includes public comments and setting the next meeting date.

• Presentation and questions from Housing Lopez
• History and concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan
• Permit review: BUILD-22-0404 SFR Addition

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator and discuss the 2022 Home Fund. Members will also review the 2022 Annual Report, the 2023 Work Plan, and an update on the Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan.

• 2022 Home Fund administration and finance review discussion
• HAC 2022 Annual Report and 2023 Work Plan review
• Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan update discussion

The Housing Advisory Committee (HAC) discussed the 2022 Home Fund round, focusing on what worked and did not work, and expressed interest in future bonding against Home Fund revenues. The committee also discussed the 2021 annual report and 2022 work plan, with no consensus on format, and agreed to create a project pipeline for affordable housing developments. An update on the Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan was discussed, with interest in hiring a consultant but no decision on funding or timeline. Colin Huntemer announced his resignation from the HAC due to time constraints.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed 2022 Home Fund round, including possible future bonding against revenues (no decision)
• Discussed 2021 annual report and 2022 work plan, with no consensus on format; Anne Bertino to work with staff on a draft
• Agreed to create a project pipeline for all known affordable housing development projects
• Discussed framework for Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan update; no decision on timeline or consultant funding

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Policy Subcommittee is reviewing documents related to the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on Climate & Sustainability Committee next steps and a Code Update Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan review and final comment planning
• Climate & Sustainability Committee priorities
• Code Update Plan discussion

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive a Washington State Ferries update on service and hiring. Members will discuss terminal updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw islands, as well as commercial traffic. The group will also plan for upcoming outreach sessions.

• WSF service recap and hiring/training update from Rachel Dean
• Terminal updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw islands
• Commercial traffic update
• Planning for outreach sessions on Saturday at 9 am and Tuesday at 6 pm

County Council

The San Juan County Council will meet on Orcas Island to discuss several infrastructure and community plans. The session includes updates on public works projects and the 2022 Home Fund.

• Proposed Road Levy Increase Ballot Measure
• 2022 Home Fund Projects
• Recreation, Open Space & Stewardship Plan
• Orcas Island Public Works projects update
• Reappointment of Paul Andersson to the Agricultural Advisory Board

County Council

The San Juan County Council will meet to discuss the Comprehensive Plan. Briefings will be provided by David Williams, Director of Community Development, and Sophia Cassam, Planner.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board will review a monthly report and a proposed funding increase for the Noxious Weed Program. The board is scheduled to hold a formal vote on a resolution to support that funding increase.

• Proposed funding increase for Noxious Weed Program
• Resolution to support funding increase (formal vote)
• Budget status review

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold a special meeting to hear a briefing from the Ferry Advisory Committee Co-Chairs. The discussion features Jim Corenman and Ken Burtness regarding Washington State Ferries.

• WSF briefing from Ferry Advisory Committee Co-Chairs Jim Corenman and Ken Burtness

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will discuss land use matters including the Prune Alley Project and North Beach Rd @ Children’s House. The meeting includes a permit review for an after-the-fact deck application.

• Prune Alley Project
• North Beach Rd @ Children’s House
• Block Grant application for trails
• Lodging Tax Grant
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0529 (after-the-fact deck permitting)

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee discussed the North Beach road project and expressed strong disagreement with Public Works Director Colin Huntemer's recommendation to remove all mature trees, contrary to a previously agreed plan based on an arborist's report. The committee also heard a presentation on the upcoming Road Levy and received updates on Prune Alley landscaping and stormwater treatment. No formal decisions were made on these items; the agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes of September 1, 2022, as amended (motion by Terry, second by Scott)

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee, CAG, and LIO are meeting to receive reports on environmental monitoring and project updates. The body will discuss a proposed derelict vessel turn-in event and various grant-funded projects.

• Intertidal Monitoring Project on Yellow Island presentation by UW
• Proposed derelict vessel turn-in event
• Creosote Assessment Grant update
• MacKaye Harbor Project completion update
• Discussion of BIL Funding and new LIO grant

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The MRC, CAG, and LIO committees are meeting to review project updates and reports. Discussions include intertidal monitoring on Yellow Island and various funding updates. The groups will also address derelict vessels and strategic planning.

• Intertidal Monitoring Project on Yellow Island
• Derelict Vessel List and proposed vessel turn-in event
• Creosote Assessment Grant
• MacKaye Harbor Project Completion
• BIL Funding and new LIO grant updates

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to discuss planning for an ARC retreat and recruitment efforts.

• ARC Retreat Planning
• Recruitment

County Council

The County Council will hold briefings on the Comprehensive Plan led by the Director of Community Development and a planner. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss collective bargaining.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam
• Closed session regarding collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.130.140(4)(a)

County Council

The County Council will hold a regular meeting to receive briefings on the Comprehensive Plan. These briefings will be led by Community Development Director David Williams and Planner Sophia Cassam.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to review the status of a Veterans Service Officer (VSO) agreement with Whatcom County. The board will also review billing activity and discuss scheduling a combined meeting for December 9, 2022.

• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• Review of billing activity
• Discussion of combined November-December meeting on December 9, 2022

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is meeting to address two public hearings. Both items on the agenda are listed as being continued.

• Continued public hearing for dock expansion permit at 111 Promontory Drive, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-22-0075)
• Continued appeal of administrative decision for shoreline permit on Bootlegger Lane, Henry Island (APPEAL-22-0005)

County Council

The Council will discuss several items including recruiting incentives, transportation programs, and road closures. Discussions also include low-income housing awards, climate plan updates, and Public Works operations on Lopez Island.

• Recruiting Incentive discussion
• Annual Transportation Programs discussion
• Temporary Road Closure in Eastsound proposal
• Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Friday Harbor proposal
• Public Works Operations on Lopez Island discussion

County Council

The San Juan County Council will meet to conduct briefings on the Comprehensive Plan. These briefings will be led by David Williams, Director of Community Development, and Sophia Cassam, Planner.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to receive updates on communicable diseases and the Back-to-School Immunization Project. The session includes committee reports and a briefing on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.

• Updates on COVID-19, Influenza, and Monkeypox
• Back-to-School Immunization Project update
• Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza report
• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, NSBH-ASO, and NWRC

The Board of Health received reports on communicable diseases including COVID-19, monkeypox, and avian influenza, as well as updates on school immunizations and committee activities. No substantive decisions or votes on policies, contracts, or regulations were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

• Approved agenda of September 21, 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of August 17, 2022 as written (all ayes)

County Council

The Council will hold a special meeting to approve the minutes from September 12 and 13, 2022. The agenda also includes the approval of the September 21 consent agenda.

• Approval of September 12 and 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 21 Consent Agenda

County Council

The Council will discuss a recruiting incentive with the Human Resource & Risk Manager. Additionally, the Community Development Director and Planner will provide briefings on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Recruiting Incentive discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Briefings

Agricultural Resources Committee

The committee is meeting to elect officers and discuss outreach and recruitment. Members will review draft climate goals for the Climate Advisory Meeting and discuss the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Election of officers
• Review of draft climate goals from Climate Advisory Committee
• Comprehensive Plan update discussion
• Recruitment and retreat planning

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will meet to discuss acquisitions and stewardship funding. The body will review a draft lease for Coffelt and public comments regarding the Turtleback SMP.

• Review of Coffelt Lease Draft
• Public comments and draft responses for Turtleback SMP
• County Budget Committee meeting regarding Stewardship Funding
• Update on the Recreation, Open Space and Stewardship Plan (ROSS)

The Commission approved the August 19, 2022 minutes with corrections. Staff reported progress on grant applications for the Watmough Preserve Addition, including a $500k request to the Salmon Recovery Funding Board and a $1M request to the Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account. A draft lease for Coffelt Farm on Orcas Island was circulated for commissioner comment. The Turtleback Mountain Preserve Stewardship and Management Plan was discussed and will be placed on the October agenda for approval.

• Approved August 19, 2022 minutes with corrections
• Discussed grant applications for Watmough Preserve Addition: $500k SRFB request and $1M ALEA request
• Circulated draft Coffelt Farm lease for commissioner comment
• Tabled Turtleback Mountain Preserve SMP approval to October meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update and its Official Maps. The commission will also consider a proposed amendment to expand the Friday Harbor Urban Growth Area at Jensen Marina.

• Continued public hearing on Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Official Maps
• Public hearing on proposed expansion of Friday Harbor Urban Growth Area at Jensen Marina
• Finalization of the Planning Commission’s Recommendation on the 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update

The San Juan County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update ordinance, including findings, elements, appendices, and official maps as modified. The commission also approved several land use designation changes and density increases for Eastsound, Lopez/Shaw, and Orcas Island. The Jensen Marina proposal to expand the Friday Harbor Urban Growth Area was kept at the commission's preliminary recommendation.

• Recommended 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update ordinance unanimously
• Changed land use designation on parcel 21-0002 from Rural Residential to Rural Industrial unanimously
• Increased Eastsound Density Candidate Area 1 to max 12 dwellings per acre (5-0-1 recusal)
• Increased Eastsound Density Candidate Area 2 to 4 dwellings per acre unanimously
• Accepted preliminary recommendations for multiple Official Map requests excluding Jensen map unanimously
• Stayed with preliminary recommendation on Jensen Marina FHUGA expansion unanimously
• Accepted findings with additions under Item G unanimously
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2022 (4-0-3 abstentions)

Housing Bank Commission

The Housing Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. The discussion includes reviews of affordable housing grant applications and the 2022 Home Fund application.

• Affordable Housing Grants Application Discussion
• 2022 Home Fund Application Discussion
• Housing Program Coordinator Updates

The Housing Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend the County Council fund three affordable housing projects — Kidder Way, Lopez Village North, and Fishbay Curve — with a total of $3,425,467 in 2022, and commit to funding the remainder in 2023. A motion to fund supplemental metal roofs for the Holliwalk Homes project failed on a 3-3 tie. The committee also unanimously approved staff recommendations for Affordable Housing Awards grants.

• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended County Council adopt staff recommendations for Affordable Housing Awards Grants (unanimous)
• Recommended equal funding priority for Kidder Way, Lopez Village North, and Fishbay Curve projects (5-0-1)
• Motion to fund Holliwalk Home metal roofs supplemental failed (3-3)
• Recommended $1,702,215 for Kidder Way, $616,252 for Lopez Village North, and $1,107,000 for Fishbay Curve in 2022, with remainder committed in 2023 (unanimous)

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive a Washington State Ferries update on service disruptions and restoration. Members will provide updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw islands, as well as commercial traffic and visitors. The body will also discuss public outreach and future meeting dates.

• WSF update on service disruptions and restoration
• Terminal updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw
• Commercial traffic and visitor updates
• Discussion of a Saturday morning open forum for public outreach
• Transportation Commission update regarding a frog survey

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive progress reports from working groups and discuss recommended changes to the action table. Members will also review responses to the ABC/123 Ranking Survey and continue discussions regarding the Comp Plan.

• Working group progress reports
• Review of ABC/123 Ranking Survey responses
• Discussion on Comp Plan

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee held a special meeting with no substantive decisions. Working groups reported on transportation, building retrofits, and other topics, but no votes or approvals occurred. The committee discussed prioritizing actions and drafting language for the Comprehensive Plan.

• No formal decisions, votes, or approvals recorded

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold briefings on the Comprehensive Plan led by the Director of Community Development and a Planner. The Council is tasked with scheduling a public hearing for November 29.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings by David Williams and Sophia Cassam
• Scheduling of a public hearing for Tuesday, November 29

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to conduct a recap of the recent fair, including costs and revenue updates. Members will discuss the 2023 fair theme and capital improvements. The board is also seeking approval for a fee schedule.

• Approval of fee schedule
• Review of fair costs and revenue
• Discussion of 2023 Fair Theme
• Capital improvements update
• Security check-in and pickleball discussions

The San Juan County Fair Board approved installing four pickleball courts, with a reevaluation scheduled for Dec. 31, after discussion about conflicts with the tennis group. The board also reviewed the fair recap, discussed the 2023 theme (top 3 chosen, final vote next meeting), and noted a decline in board membership to 3 (max 9). No other formal votes were taken; most items were discussion only.

• Approved 4 pickleball courts with reevaluation at Dec. 31 (vote not recorded)
• Approved agenda and July 15, 2022 minutes
• Voted down 2023 fair theme list to top 3 (final vote next meeting)
• Discussed security policy: music off by 10pm or lose cleaning deposit (no vote)
• Discussed fee schedule for coming year (no vote)
• Discussed neighbor meeting for permanent pickleball court (no vote)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The San Juan County Noxious Weed Control Board is meeting to discuss a proposed funding increase for the Noxious Weed Program. The board will also review monthly reports, budget status, and staffing updates.

• Proposed funding increase for Noxious Weed Program
• Sportsman’s Lake update
• Budget status review
• Staffing updates

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The Marine Resource Conservation (MRC), Conservation Advisory Group (CAG), and Local Initiative Office (LIO) are meeting to coordinate marine programs. The groups will discuss a potential community workshop regarding the FV Aleutian Isle oil spill and review budget spend-down plans for 2022.

• Discussion of potential MRC sponsorship for a community workshop on the FV Aleutian Isle oil spill response
• LIO 2022 spend-down plan and 2023-2025 scope of work/budget
• Update on the Countywide Creosote Assessment
• SRFB Grant Round final updates
• Update on the NWSF Passport to Marine Adventure App

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee is meeting to advise on land use and development matters. The body will discuss temporary housing, dark skies policy, and review three specific permit applications.

• Permit BUILD-22-0423 for townhomes
• Permit BUILD-22-0500 for Eastsound Water Users Association Storage Tank
• Permit LANDUSE-22-0157 for a subdivision
• Discussion on Tiny Homes and temporary housing
• Lighting/Dark Skies goals and policy

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee agreed to wait for county-wide dark sky regulations, with the assurance that light trespass provisions will be included. The committee also approved resubmitting its land-use density recommendations to the Planning Commission with a cover letter addressing changes. No formal votes were taken on permits; comments were offered on three applications.

• Approved agenda as presented (consensus)
• Approved August 4, 2022 minutes (consensus)
• Agreed to resubmit original density recommendations to Planning Commission with cover letter (consensus)
• Deferred lighting regulation to county-wide dark sky plan, pending inclusion of light trespass rules (consensus)

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee is meeting to discuss the FV Aleutian Isle oil spill and a potential community workshop on spill response. The session also includes updates on marine program staff roles and the Northwest Strait Salish Sea Conservation (NWSC) passport app.

• Discussion of FV Aleutian Isle oil spill and potential community workshop
• Update on NWSF Passport to Marine Adventure App
• Derelict Vessel Work Group update
• Countywide Creosote Assessment update
• LIO 2023-2025 Scope of Work and Budget

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to review the status of a Veterans Service Officer agreement with Whatcom County. The board will also conduct an after-action discussion regarding the 2022 County Fair booth.

• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• 2022 County Fair Booth after-action discussion
• Review of billing activity

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee is reviewing staff updates on fleet transition and energy management. Members will discuss a proposal from Cascadia Consulting for a GHG inventory and the process for making recommendations to the Comprehensive Plan's Climate Change Element.

• Cascadia Consulting proposal for GHG inventory
• County fleet transition update
• County facilities energy management update
• Review of ABC/123 Ranking Survey responses
• Recommendations for the Comprehensive Plan Climate Change Element

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee discussed the Comprehensive Plan update and agreed to recommend adding a climate element in the next cycle (2025) rather than now, to avoid restarting SEPA review and losing state funding. Members also expressed support for a $50,000 greenhouse gas inventory and for climate-oriented code updates. A show of hands indicated 6 members supported drafting a statement to the County Council.

• Approved June 23 meeting minutes (motion by Vince, seconded by Janet)
• Committee agreed to recommend adding a climate element in the next Comp Plan cycle (2025) rather than the current update
• Committee supported a $50,000 expenditure for a greenhouse gas inventory
• Committee supported climate-oriented upgrades to the development code starting next year
• Set a special meeting for September 12 to address working group items

County Council

The San Juan County Council is holding a special meeting to discuss an update from the County Roads Administration Board. The session includes a field trip to Prune Alley on Orcas Island.

• Update from Jane Wall, CRAB Executive Director
• Field trip to Prune Alley, Orcas Island

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is scheduled to address a public hearing regarding an after-the-fact shoreline substantial development permit. The agenda notes that this item will be continued.

• Public hearing for clearing, grading, landscaping, and construction at 214 Myers Rd (File: LANDUSE-22-0031)

Landbank Commission

The Commission will receive updates on acquisitions at Hauschka Cady Mountain and discuss the Land Bank process. The meeting includes reports on stewardship, including the Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan and Glenwood Inn.

• Acquisitions update for Hauschka Cady Mountain
• Discussion of LBC Process regarding SJC Code 2.120
• Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan stewardship report
• Glenwood Inn stewardship update

The Conservation Land Bank Commission approved the June 17, 2022 minutes with corrections. The Land Bank closed on the 40-acre Hauschka Property (Cady Mountain) on August 18, 2022, adjacent to the existing Cady Mountain Preserve. Future public access will be via a trail from Three Corner Lake Road. The commission also discussed the Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan, with public access anticipated in 2024.

• Approved June 17, 2022 minutes with corrections
• Closed on 40-acre Hauschka Property (Cady Mountain) adjacent to Cady Mountain Preserve

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold a special meeting to receive a situation update regarding the FV Aleutian Isle pollution response. Emergency Manager Brendan Cowan and Government Partners are scheduled to provide this update.

• Situation Update: Fishing Vessel (FV) Aleutian Isle Pollution Response

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update and its official maps. Staff members Sophia Cassam and David Williams are scheduled to present these items.

• Public Hearing on the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Official Maps

The Planning Commission continued the public hearing on the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Official Maps to September 16, 2022, due to a noticing issue and lack of quorum for the afternoon session. The motion to continue, with reopening of public testimony, passed unanimously. The Jensen’s Marina to Friday Harbor Urban Growth Area map amendment will be heard separately on September 16. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 5, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued public hearing on 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Official Maps to September 16, 2022 (4-0)

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will review current utility capital projects and vote on the 2022-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a feasibility study for Crescent Beach restoration and a discussion regarding the sunken Aleutian Isle fishing boat near Sunrise Point.

• Vote to approve 2022-2028 CIP
• Crescent Beach restoration feasibility study
• Discussion of spill operations for the sunken Aleutian Isle fishing boat

The Clean Water Advisory Committee voted unanimously to approve the 2022-2028 Clean Water Utility Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and advance it to the County Council. The committee also received updates on the F/V Aleutian Isle spill response, where Unified Command prefers lifting the vessel intact, and discussed a Crescent Beach restoration feasibility study that recommends managed retreat due to sea level rise.

• Approved 2022-2028 CIP and advanced to County Council (unanimous)
• Rescheduled next meeting to October 2022
• Received update on F/V Aleutian Isle spill: Unified Command prefers Option 3 (lift vessel intact)
• Discussed Crescent Beach study: no new action beyond maintaining existing culvert and clearing debris

County Council

The County Council will hold a special meeting at the Legislative Hearing Room. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss litigation or potential litigation with legal counsel.

• Executive session regarding litigation or potential litigation

Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the continuation of the group and unfinished business. Key topics include the loss of previously approved funding for trails and two current committee vacancies.

• Discussion on trails and loss of previously approved funding
• Review of two committee vacancies
• Discussion on the continuation of the committee

The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee decided to continue reviewing permits as presented, rather than dissolving or consolidating with another committee. They also discussed a $78,000 grant for trail upgrades, a new welcome sign, and upcoming comprehensive plan changes.

• Agreed to continue as a committee to respond to permits as presented (not dissolve or consolidate)
• Discussed $78,000 grant for trail upgrades; referred to Public Works Director for status
• Updated on welcome sign project; Community Club has funding and permission for placement

County Council

The Council will hold a special meeting including an executive session to discuss litigation or potential litigation with legal counsel. The meeting includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per person.

• Executive session regarding litigation or potential litigation

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee will review the history and concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan. The meeting includes a presentation and question period with Housing Lopez regarding housing matters.

• History and Concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan
• Presentation and Questions from Housing Lopez
• Permit Review for BUILD-22-0404 SFR Addition

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss various solid waste updates, including recycling programs and transfer station reports. Members will also provide input on updating the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan.

• Approval of May 12 meeting minutes
• Reappointment of Steve Hushebeck and Troy Lautenbach to SWAC
• Grants update regarding residential recycling and waste prevention pilot projects
• Input on updating the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan
• Discussion of composting at the SJC Fair

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee approved the May 12 meeting minutes and established a subcommittee to work on the Solid Waste Plan, with Katie Fleming to arrange meeting details. The committee also heard updates on grants, the state methane bill, and transfer station operations, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved May 12 SWAC meeting minutes (all present)
• Established subcommittee for Solid Waste Plan work
• Katie to arrange subcommittee meeting details

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. Members will discuss the H&CS Housing Action Plan, affordable housing grants, and several 2022 Home Fund applications.

• H&CS Housing Action Plan Update Proposal Discussion
• Affordable Housing Grants Application Discussion
• 2022 Home Fund Application: Housing Lopez
• 2022 Home Fund Application: San Juan Community Home Trust
• 2022 Home Fund Application: OPAL Community Land Trust and Lopez Community Land Trust

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee met on August 10, 2022, and approved the July 13 meeting minutes unanimously. They heard presentations from four organizations applying for Home Fund grants but took no action on the applications. The committee also discussed a draft process for the strategic action plan update and the affordable housing awards NOFA, with no decisions made.

• Approved July 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard Home Fund presentations from Housing Lopez, San Juan Community Home Trust, OPAL Community Land Trust, and Lopez Community Land Trust (no action taken)
• Discussed draft process for strategic action plan update (no action taken)
• Discussed affordable housing awards applications (no action taken)

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a Washington State Ferries update regarding fueling, crewing, and schedules. Members will also provide updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw, and Visitors islands.

• WSF update on fueling issues, crewing status, and schedules
• Island-specific updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw, and Visitors
• Discussion of commercial traffic and schedule revisions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue its public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update, excluding official maps. The discussion includes modified elements for Land Use & Rural, Transportation, and Utilities.

• Public hearing on Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Element 2: Land Use & Rural
• Element 6: Transportation
• Element 8: Utilities

The San Juan County Planning Commission voted to accept the text of the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update as modified, with five yes votes and one no vote. They also tentatively accepted the Findings as modified, adding items on Land Capacity Analysis Methodology, and unanimously agreed to consider reviewing the LCA and Housing Needs Assessment methodologies. The meeting was a continued public hearing from July 15, with public testimony reopened and closed.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2022 (5-0-1 abstention)
• Accepted Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update text as modified (5-1)
• Added items 3., 4., 5. under G. on page 4 of Findings (5-0-1 abstention)
• Tentatively accepted Findings as modified (4-2)
• Agreed to consider reviewing LCA and Housing Needs Assessment methodologies (unanimous)

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will meet to conduct administrative business and receive updates from the Council and Prune Alley. The primary action item is the review of a land use permit application for Pugh BLM.

• Permit review for LANDUSE-22-0150 (Pugh BLM)

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee (EPRC) held a procedural meeting with no formal decisions or votes. Discussions included the Lover's Lane trail grant, concerns about a county-wide dark skies ordinance, parking issues following repeal of the payment-in-lieu program, and the Prune Alley project. The committee agreed to wait until the next meeting to discuss lighting and to send a letter about the trail grant.

• Approved agenda as presented (consensus)
• Approved July 7 minutes as amended (consensus)
• Agreed to draft letter to Colin about Lover's Lane trail grant
• Deferred lighting discussion to next meeting per chair direction

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The Marine Resource Council (MRC) will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair and review project updates. The CAG meeting will focus on the final review and approval of the 2022 San Juan County Salmon Recovery Ranked Project List.

• Chair and Vice Chair elections
• Project updates on SeaBin, False Bay, and Vessel Monitoring
• MSA Plan Strategic Action Review
• Final review/approval of 2022 San Juan County Salmon Recovery Ranked Project List

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will conduct housekeeping tasks including chair and vice chair elections. The meeting includes project updates regarding PFSS, False Bay, and vessel monitoring, as well as a report from the NWSC.

• Chair and Vice Chair Elections
• PFSS SeaBin and other project updates
• False Bay project updates
• Vessel Monitoring updates
• MSA Plan Strategic Action Review

County Council

The San Juan County Council will consider resolutions to put a road levy increase and a one-year Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District property tax levy to voters. The body will also discuss the second 2022 budget amendments and hold a public hearing on the annual docket process.

• Proposition to increase the Road Levy above regular tax limitations
• Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District proposition for a one-year property tax levy
• Second 2022 Budget Amendments
• Public hearing on Annual Docket Process and Requests
• Resolution regarding Glenwood Inn Property

County Council

The San Juan County Council will discuss budget amendments, financial reviews, and environmental program updates. The meeting includes a governing board session regarding a property tax levy for the Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District.

• Resolution to submit a proposition to voters authorizing an increase in the road levy
• Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District resolution for a one-year property tax levy
• Discussion of Second 2022 Budget Amendments
• Resolution regarding Glenwood Inn Property
• Advisory committee appointments and reappointments

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to review the status of a VSO agreement with Whatcom County. The board will also discuss staffing plans for the 2022 County Fair booth scheduled for August 17-20.

• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• 2022 County Fair Booth staffing plan (August 17-20)
• Review of billing activity

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct public hearings regarding shoreline development and conditional use permits. Items include a residential compound conversion on San Juan Island and flood hazard reduction on Orcas Island.

• Shoreline substantial development permit for Lonesome Cove Resort at 416 Lonesome Cove Rd, San Juan Island
• Shoreline substantial development permit for flood hazard reduction at 299 Nina Way, Eastsound, Orcas Island
• Conditional use permit for a vacation rental at 4859 Westside Rd, San Juan Island
• Conditional use permit for a vacation rental at 46 Zepher Lane, San Juan Island

Superior Court Administration

The Law Library board will meet to discuss membership, budget, and new acquisitions. The agenda includes a section for new business.

• Board Membership discussion
• Budget review
• New acquisitions discussion

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve updates to the fee schedule and group camping adjustments. The body will also address the use of propane stoves during fire bans.

• Propane stoves discussion and approval during fire bans
• Proposed fee schedule discussion and approval
• Group camping adjustment discussion and approval
• Finances standing update
• Staffing update

The commission voted to follow the Fire Marshal's directive, maintaining the ban on propane fire pits at county parks. It deferred revisions to the proposed fee schedule to the August meeting and tabled discussions on group camping changes and the PTNA plan due to lack of quorum. The August meeting was rescheduled to August 25 at the Orcas Library.

• Maintained propane fire pit ban per Fire Marshal directive (motion by Tex, seconded by Meghan)
• Deferred fee schedule revisions to August meeting
• Tabled group camping adjustments for SJC Park and Shaw Park to August meeting
• Tabled PTNA Non-Motorized Transportation plan to August meeting due to no quorum
• Rescheduled August meeting to August 25 at Orcas Library at 11:15am
• Kept current commercial parking policy at SJC Park (no extension of hours)

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health is meeting to receive updates on communicable diseases and new member recruitment. The session includes a recognition of retiring board members.

• Update on BOH new member recruitment
• Communicable disease updates regarding COVID-19, Rabies, and Monkeypox
• Recognition of retiring members Dr. Dale Heisinger and Dr. John Geyman

The San Juan County Board of Health met via videoconference and approved the modified agenda, the June 15, 2022 minutes, and excused absent members, all unanimously. The board received updates on member recruitment, the Luci B Community Wellness Van, and communicable diseases including monkeypox, rabies, and COVID-19. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved modified agenda with Mobile Van Update (all ayes)
• Approved June 15, 2022 minutes as written (all ayes)
• Excused absent BOH members (all ayes)

County Council

The Council will consider several funding allocations for parks, housing assistance, and historic preservation. Discussion items include a road levy increase ballot measure and the Glenwood Springs acquisition.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance regarding surplus animals (SJCC 2.104.060)
• Resolution discussion regarding Road Levy Increase Ballot Measure
• Allocation of 2022 REET II funds for Parks & Fair Department Facilities
• Funding recommendations for Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Grant application for the Higgins Property, Lopez Island (Watmough Bay Addition)

Fair Board

The Fair Board will review several operational items including superintendent status and potential recognition gifts. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a fee schedule proposal and various event updates.

• Fee Schedule Proposal
• Superintendent Status/Needs
• United Site Service Replacement
• High Noon Games update
• Library Exhibit update

The San Juan County Fair Board approved the meeting agenda and the June 10, 2022 minutes. They discussed fair preparations, including vendor counts, superintendent updates, and the fee schedule proposal, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved June 10, 2022 minutes

Landbank Commission

The Land Bank Commission will discuss the potential acquisition of Glenwood Inn and receive a recommendation regarding a lease proposal for Coffelt Farm. The meeting also includes updates on acquisitions at Hauschka Cady Mountain and a second quarter financial update.

• Glenwood Inn acquisition discussion
• Coffelt Farm lease proposal recommendation
• Hauschka Cady Mountain acquisition update
• 2nd Quarter Financial Update

The Commission unanimously approved a motion to accept Eric and Amy Lum's application to continue operating Coffelt Farm, directing staff to negotiate a five-year lease with a five-year rollover provision, to be brought back for final approval. The Commission also discussed the Glenwood Inn acquisition and agreed to draft a letter to County Council recommending an amendment to the resolution. The June 17, 2022 minutes were approved with corrections.

• Approved Lum Farm LLC application for Coffelt Farm lease, directing staff to negotiate 5-year lease with 5-year rollover (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2022 minutes with corrections
• Agreed to draft letter to County Council recommending amendment to Glenwood Inn resolution

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update, excluding the Official Maps. Staff members Sophia Cassam and David Williams will present the draft ordinance and exhibits.

• Public hearing on the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Excluding the Official Maps

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update and voted on a motion to recommend the ordinance as submitted. The motion failed with three yes votes and three no votes. The commission then accepted all changes, modifications, and additions made to the draft Land Use, Transportation, and Utilities elements, and continued the hearing to August 5, 2022.

• Motion to recommend 2036 Comprehensive Plan update as submitted failed (3-3)
• Approved minutes of July 1, 2022 (5-0-1)
• Accepted all changes to draft Land Use, Transportation, and Utilities elements by consensus
• Continued public hearing on 2036 Comprehensive Plan update to August 5, 2022 (unanimous)

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Housing Action Plan and the Housing Program Coordinator. The body will also discuss the 2022 Home Fund Round and the Argyle Lots.

• H&CS Housing Action Plan update
• 2022 Home Fund Round discussion
• Argyle Lots discussion
• HB 1220 Project Housing Needs Methodology discussion

County Council

The San Juan County Council is meeting on Waldron Island to discuss several local infrastructure and environmental updates. The session includes reports on quarry access, parking projects, and sustainability efforts.

• Waldron Quarry Access & Use
• Deer Harbor Parking Project Update
• Climate and Sustainability Committee Update
• Hazardous Waste & Recycling Update
• Waldron Island’s Beach Ecology

County Council

The Council will hold a regular meeting on Waldron Island. Discussion items include updates on the Deer Harbor Parking Project, climate and sustainability, and hazardous waste/recycling.

• Waldron Quarry Access & Use discussion
• Deer Harbor Parking Project update
• Climate and Sustainability Committee update
• Hazardous Waste & Recycling update
• Waldron Island's Beach Ecology discussion

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The MRC, CAG, and LIO committees are meeting to discuss marine program updates and project reports. The body will conduct 2022 grant review and scoring and discuss the 2023-2025 LIO contract.

• 2022 Grant review and scoring
• 2023-2025 LIO Contract discussion
• Crescent Beach Feasibility Study final report
• Project updates on PFSS SeaBin, False Bay, and Vessel Monitoring
• Puget Sound Partnership update

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to discuss administrative items and a comprehensive plan public hearing update. The body will also review a permit application for a single family residence.

• Permit review for BUILD-22-0335 Single Family Residence
• Update on Comprehensive Plan public hearing
• Review of Resolution 1422 Code of Conduct for SJC appointed boards and Commission

The Eastsound Planning Review Committee met on July 7, 2022, and approved the agenda and June minutes. They discussed the county's comprehensive plan update timeline, signage rules on county land, and a single-family residence permit. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Noted that no new signage allowed on county land without permitting and archeological review
• Discussed comp plan update: text hearing next Friday, maps by Aug 19, approval expected by end of year
• Discussed next comp plan update starting Jan 2024, due June 2025
• Discussed travel trailer by WAFed: moved without permit, enforcement working on removal
• Discussed new code of conduct rules for committee behavior and conflicts of interest
• Reviewed BUILD-22-0335 single family residence; noted ADU permit needed and height monitoring

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will discuss various project updates, including vessel monitoring and the SeaBin. The meeting also includes a grant review and scoring session, as well as a discussion regarding the 2023-2025 LIO contract.

• Review of PFSS - SeaBin and other project updates
• Crescent Beach Feasibility Study final report
• 2022 Grant review and scoring
• 2023-2025 LIO Contract discussion

Ferry Advisory Committee

The Ferry Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss an OPMA application. The committee will also consider a FAC/exec proposal.

• Discussion of OPMA application to FACs
• Consideration of FAC/exec proposal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review the second part of the Whole Plan Review for the Comprehensive Plan Update. The body will also receive briefings on density candidate areas in Eastsound and the Orcas Island Airport Overlay.

• Whole Plan Review Part II
• Eastsound Density Candidate Areas briefing
• Section B, Element 2, Land Use and Rural – Orcas Island Airport Overlay

The San Juan County Planning Commission approved recommendations to the Goals and Policies of Draft Section B, Element 4 Water Resources, with the exception of Policy 4, after an amendment motion. The commission also agreed by consensus to add a new Policy 5 to the Orcas Island Airport Overlay District section. The meeting included presentations on the 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update and Eastsound Density Candidate Areas, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved recommendations to Goals and Policies of Draft Section B, Element 4 Water Resources, except Policy 4 (unanimous)
• Amendment to exclude Policy 4 from water resources recommendations passed (4-2)
• Agreed by consensus to add new Policy 5 to Orcas Island Airport Overlay District section

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Board is meeting to authorize the hiring of seasonal workers and discuss a proposed funding increase for the Noxious Weed Program. The session includes updates on disposal and Sportsman’s Lake.

• Formal authorization of seasonal workers Brook and Jason
• Draft talking points for proposed Noxious Weed Program funding increase
• Sportsman’s Lake update
• Disposal update
• Budget status review

County Council

The Council will accept public testimony regarding the first 2022 budget amendment. The meeting includes discussions on local food economic impacts, food system housing needs, and community development updates.

• Public hearing for First 2022 Budget Amendment
• Discussion on Community Food Assessment & Economic Impact of Local Food
• Discussion on San Juan County Food System Housing Needs Study
• Action item regarding the transfer of ownership of the County K9 Sucia
• Executive sessions to discuss litigation and real property acquisition or lease

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the status of the VSO Agreement with Whatcom County. The board must make a decision on whether to participate in the 2022 County Fair booth scheduled for August 17-20.

• Decision on 2022 County Fair booth (August 17-20)
• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• Review of billing activity

The San Juan County Veterans Advisory Board approved $1,400 in food assistance for a veteran (RS) at $700 per month for two months, and unanimously denied a second application (DL) because the veteran had moved to Skagit County. The board also confirmed all shifts for its county fair booth were covered, allowing the chair to apply for booth space. No new business was submitted, and the meeting was procedural aside from these decisions.

• Approved $1,400 food assistance for RS ($700/month for 2 months) (unanimous)
• Denied DL application due to move to Skagit County (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for June 24, 2022 meeting (acclamation)
• Approved minutes of May 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing updates to the Climate Action Plan based on previous feedback and reviewing priorities. The meeting includes the formation of working groups and a community vision exercise.

• Consultant research for GHG inventory
• Summary of STMP community sessions and crossover issues
• Review of responses to Working Groups Survey
• Discussion on community vision statement themes

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee approved a new ranking mechanism (ABC/123) for its climate action master table, making it shareable for collaboration. They also established working groups and a SharePoint site for information sharing. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved adding ABC/123 ranking to climate action master table
• Established working groups (max 5 members) for action table review
• Staff to create SharePoint site for member collaboration
• Community vision exercise document to be posted on SharePoint for comments

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct public hearings regarding two shoreline substantial development permits. The session also includes a hearing on an appeal filed by Friends of the San Juans.

• Shoreline permit for Lonesome Cove Resort conversion to multifamily residential at 416 Lonesome Cove Rd
• Shoreline permit for flood hazard reduction at 299 Nina Way, Eastsound
• Appeal by Friends of the San Juans regarding a Bed and Breakfast at 253 Boyce Rd

Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee

The committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its membership and review past, present, and future projects. The meeting includes an opportunity for public participation in committee discussions.

• Discussion of committee membership
• Review of past, present, and future projects

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will discuss updates on land acquisitions and the Conservation Area Fund. The body will also review public comments on the Turtleback Management Plan and the Coffelt Farm lease process.

• Acquisitions updates for Glenwood Inn (McPeake) and Entrance Mountain on Orcas Island
• Acquisition update for Hauschka Cady Mountain on San Juan Island
• Conservation Area Fund cash projections
• Turtleback Management Plan public comment summary
• Coffelt Farm lease process update

The Commission approved the May 20, 2022 minutes with corrections. The Glenwood Inn property purchase is expected to close on June 21, 2022, with the deed accepted by the County Council. The resale of the 10-acre northern parcel of Entrance Mountain Property was discussed, with a conservation easement to be retained. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved May 20, 2022 minutes with corrections
• Glenwood Inn property purchase expected to close June 21, 2022
• Discussed resale of 10-acre Entrance Mountain parcel with conservation easement
• Discussed Hauschka Property financing, to be re-figured as real estate contract

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2022 Annual Docket. The body will also review Part I of the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Public hearing on the 2022 Annual Docket
• Comprehensive Plan Update: Whole Plan Review Part I

The Planning Commission reviewed the 2022 Annual Docket and voted on several requests. Request 22-0005 was placed on the docket unanimously, and Request 22-0003 was placed with a 4-2 vote. Request 22-0001 failed, and Request 22-0002 was accepted by consensus. The Commission also recommended the County Council add Requests 22-0005 and 22-0003 to the future work program in that priority order.

• Request 22-0005 placed on Annual Docket (unanimous)
• Request 22-0003 placed on Annual Docket (4-2)
• Request 22-0001 failed (1-5)
• Request 22-0002 accepted by consensus
• Recommended County Council add Requests 22-0005 and 22-0003 to future work program (unanimous)
• Added 'institutional' to Comprehensive Plan Policy 1.c Island Centers (consensus)
• Set Comprehensive Plan hearings for July 15 and August 19, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates regarding various committees and health programs. The agenda includes discussions on maternal child health, sexual and reproductive health, and COVID-19.

• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, NSBH-ASO, and NWRC
• Maternal Child Health (MCH) updates
• Sexual and Reproductive Health Program updates
• Board of Health Member Recruitment Process discussion
• COVID-19 update

County Council

The Council will discuss the first 2022 Budget Amendment and a security camera project update. Other items include discussion on tiny homes and an action to accept a deed for the Glenwood Inn (McPeake) property.

• First 2022 Budget Amendment discussion
• Security Camera Project Update & Request
• Tiny Homes discussion
• Acceptance of the Deed for the Glenwood Inn (McPeake) Property
• Reappointment of William Agosta and William Rupp to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from Washington State Ferries and the Transportation Commission. The body will discuss the fall sailing schedule and current service and crewing priorities.

• WSF update on legislative status, crewing, and schedules
• Discussion on the fall sailing schedule timeline
• Updates from terminal agents and island representatives
• Discussion on the open meetings act and public input formatting

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss operational preparations for the fair, including vendor counts and facility needs. The body will review updates on tents, restrooms, and the chicken/rabbit area.

• Vendor type and number comparison to 2019
• Decision on Parks/Fair Merch Booth
• Review of janitorial and ticket gate contracts
• Updates on chicken/rabbit area and restrooms
• Bingo update

The San Juan County Fair Board held a routine meeting, approving the agenda and the May 13, 2022 minutes. Discussions covered fair vendor recruitment, tent costs, and restroom renovations, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The board also noted the hiring of Shane Merritt as Assistant Fairgrounds Manager and the progress on the Marie Boe restroom addition design contract.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved May 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. The body will discuss the 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the Affordable Housing Awards NOFA.

• 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Affordable Housing Awards NOFA
• Big Sky Housing Trust Program presentation by Melora Hiller

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will review four permit applications for residential construction and remodeling. The meeting also includes reports on Prune Alley and parking in Eastsound.

• BUILD-22-0155: New SFR
• BUILD-22-0167: New SFR
• BUILD-22-0255: Residential Remodel and Addition
• BUILD-22-0308: New SFR
• Reports on Prune Alley and Eastsound parking

The committee was informed that vacation rental caps took effect, limiting new permits per island. Planning Director David Williams recommended repealing the Eastsound Payment in Lieu of Parking program, which has saved $1.4 million, and will present this to the County Council. The committee discussed but did not vote on the repeal, with some members favoring amendment over repeal. Reappointments of four committee members were announced for the next council meeting.

• Approved agenda as amended (moved David's update and Leith's report)
• Approved April 7, 2022 minutes as presented
• Approved May 5, 2022 minutes as presented
• Vacation rental caps took effect June 1 at 5 pm, no new permits until cap reached
• County authorized Chamber to replace Lover's Lane sign using existing post holes
• Staff recommended repealing Eastsound Parking in Lieu program (no vote taken)
• No comment on four building permits (BUILD-22-0155, 0167, 0255, 0308)

Marine Resources Committee

The committee will consider action on 2022-2023 project proposals, including a federal funding special project for Jackson Beach creosote piling removal. Members will also receive updates on various marine projects and discuss staffing and meeting formats.

• Jackson Beach Creosote piling removal proposal
• 2022 SRFB Grant Round Update
• County-wide Creosote Assessment
• 2023-2025 Federal (BIL) funding work planning
• Puget Sound Partnership update

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The MRC-CAG-LIO group is meeting to approve 2022-2023 project proposals and a federal funding special project proposal. The body will also discuss work planning for 2023-2025 federal BIL funding and receive updates on various marine projects.

• Action on 2022-2023 MRC project proposals
• Action on federal funding special project proposal for Jackson Beach Creosote piling removal
• 2023-2025 Federal (BIL) funding work planning
• Updates on County-wide Creosote Assessment
• Updates on SeaBin and False Bay projects

The San Juan Action Agenda Oversight Group/LIO approved the March 3 meeting summary. They discussed using $400K in federal BIL funds for planning/policy work, with a managed retreat policy proposed as a priority, but deferred decisions pending more details. Updates were given on the creosote assessment and Puget Sound Action Agenda timeline.

• Approved March 3 LIO meeting summary (motion by Paul, second by Kendra)
• Deferred decision on $400K BIL funds allocation pending more details
• Discussed managed retreat policy as potential use of BIL funds (proposed, not decided)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings regarding two appeals by Evan Westcott over denied parking credits on Orcas Island. Additionally, the body will review two shoreline substantial development permit applications submitted by Washington State Parks.

• Appeal by Evan Westcott regarding parking credits at 631 Rose St., Orcas Island (APPEAL-22-0002)
• Appeal by Evan Westcott regarding parking credits at 271441003000 and 271454306000, Orcas Island (APPEAL-22-0003)
• Shoreline substantial development permit for a pump out station on Sucia Island (LANDUSE-22-0019)
• Shoreline substantial development permit for public moorage facilities in Reid Harbor, Stuart Island (LANDUSE-22-0007)

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the vision, goals, and strategies for a Climate Action Plan. Members will review draft measurable actions and assess their potential impact on greenhouse gas reduction and community value.

• Discussion of draft goals to reduce GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 and 100% by 2050
• Review of risk reduction goal to lower risk by 50% by 2030
• Evaluation of draft actions for transportation, building retrofits, and grid upgrades
• Discussion of strategies for nature restoration, food realignment, and consumption curbs
• Review and approval of April 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee held a special meeting to review and gather feedback on draft elements of the Climate Action Plan, including the vision statement, goals, strategies, and objectives. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on discussion and input via Mentimeter. The committee agreed to continue meeting in summer and assigned action items for staff research.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Renee, seconded by Michael)
• Agreed to consider scheduling summer meetings (majority in favor)
• Assigned staff to research communication mechanisms and consult with Prosecuting Attorney
• Assigned staff to research consultants for GHG inventory

Landbank Commission

The Commission will consider the adoption of the 1st Amended Budget Proposal following a public hearing. The meeting includes updates on acquisitions in Orcas, San Juan, and Lopez, as well as a discussion regarding a transition to hybrid or in-person meetings.

• 1st Amended Budget Proposal presentation and adoption
• Glenwood Inn acquisition update (Orcas)
• Resale of Entrance Mountain parcel (Orcas)
• Hauschka/Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd. acquisition update (San Juan)
• Lopez Community Land Trust trail easement update (Lopez)

The Conservation Land Bank Commission unanimously adopted the proposed amended 2022 Conservation Area Fund and Stewardship Budget, which includes additional $350,000 for the Glenwood Inn (McPeake) transaction. The commission also discussed the potential resale of the Entrance Mountain parcel, agreeing to wait for an appraisal and hold a public hearing before proceeding. No other formal votes were taken.

• Adopted amended 2022 Conservation Area Fund and Stewardship Budget (unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to hold public hearing on Entrance Mountain parcel sale after appraisal
• Agreed to issue press release on Entrance Mountain property sale

County Council

The County Council will hold a special meeting via Microsoft Teams. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss real property acquisition or lease pursuant to RCW 42.30.110 (1)(c).

• Executive session to discuss Real Property Acquisition or Lease

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding the newly adopted Code of Conduct for Boards and Commissions. The body will also receive a briefing on the 2022 Annual Docket.

• Discussion on the Code of Conduct for Boards and Commissions with Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Amy Vira
• Briefing on the 2022 Annual Docket presented by Planner III Brooke Sullivan

The San Juan County Planning Commission held a discussion with Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Amy Vira on the newly adopted Code of Conduct for Boards and Commissions, covering topics like conflict of interest and public records. Members agreed by consensus to send their questions and comments to Chair Sheila Gaquin for forwarding to the County Council. The commission also received a briefing on the 2022 Annual Docket, with a hearing scheduled for June 17, 2022. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Consensus to forward code of conduct questions to County Council via Chair
• Scheduled hearing on 2022 Annual Docket for June 17, 2022
• Adjourned meeting at 10:24 a.m. unanimously

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The Clean Water Advisory Committee met via video conference to discuss the 2017 Comprehensive Plan’s Water Resources Element in light of Planning Commission recommendations. The group also reviewed the annual septic inspection program and provided a preview of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects that voters will consider in July. No final decisions were made on the Comprehensive Plan or CIP during this session.

• Discussion of 2017 Comp Plan Water Resources Element based on Planning Commission recommendations
• Review of annual septic inspection and compliance program for bacteria risk
• Preview of 2022 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects ahead of July vote
• Updates from Groundwater and Surface Water subcommittees

The Clean Water Advisory Committee discussed the 2017 Comprehensive Plan Water Resources Element, focusing on changes made by the Planning Commission. The committee agreed to compile and submit comments on the draft, with Chair Kim Sundberg drafting a letter based on the meeting discussion. No formal decisions were made on the plan's content, but the committee will provide feedback before the July public hearing.

• Approved March 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to submit committee comments on Water Resources Element via draft letter by June 10
• Set July 1 briefing and July 15 public hearing dates for Water Resources Element
• Noted septic inspection program: 2,196 inspections in 2021, 46 failure letters, no notices of violation
• Discussed 2022 CIP projects; no formal action taken
• Identified action items for members on culvert and creek restoration projects

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive several annual reports including Environmental Health and Human Services. The meeting also includes updates on Behavioral Health Administrative Services and SJI Prevention Coalition youth projects.

• Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization overview
• Environmental Health Annual Report
• SJI Prevention Coalition Youth Leadership Projects' updates
• Human Services Annual Report
• Administrative updates regarding BOH recruitment and COVID-19

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee is meeting to review the Fossil Free by 33 policy update and determine climate goals for the Climate Advisory Meeting. The session also includes updates on the Ag Org Retreat and various agricultural programs.

• Fossil Free by 33 policy update
• Climate goals for the Climate Advisory Meeting
• Ag Org Retreat recap
• Community Food Assessment by the Food System Team

Fair Board

The board will review previous minutes and hear updates from the 4-H Coordinator. New business includes coordination for Pacific Party pick-up/drop-off and online ticketing updates.

• Janitorial and ticket gate contracts
• Pacific Party pick-up and drop-off coordination
• Online ticketing update
• Recruitment of superintendents for food preservation, livestock, and crafts

The San Juan County Fair Board approved the agenda and the April 8th minutes. They discussed allowing Jr. Grange kids to have their own show and auction section, with plans for a booth this year. Updates were given on 4-H staffing, capital projects, and fair preparations. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved agenda
• Approved April 8th minutes
• Discussed Jr. Grange request for own show/auction section (no vote)
• Noted 4-H contact change to Kristen Arnim
• Reviewed capital projects: Boy Scouts house removal, chicken/rabbit tent, solar trenching, Marie Boe renovations
• Discussed online ticketing and equipment pickup for fair
• Scheduled super meeting for May 24th

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates to the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan. Members are also discussing grants and waste tire and plastics improvements.

• Updating the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan
• USDA Climate Smart Communities Grant update
• Household Hazardous Waste events: Friday Harbor (6/10-6/11), Orcas Island (6/18), and Lopez Island (6/25)
• Plastics Improvement and Waste Tire updates
• GICU results discussion

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee voted unanimously to use Ecology funding for organic recycling feasibility studies, beginning early phase design and engineering of a commercial composting facility at Orcas Recycling Services. The motion passed with all members in favor and none opposed. Other items were informational, including updates on grants, transfer station projects, and waste tire collection.

• Approved motion to use Ecology funding for organic recycling feasibility studies (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved February 10th meeting minutes via email
• Appointed Jared Lovejoy as new SWAC member
• Noted Paul Andersson selected for statewide Climate & Sustainability Committee

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Washington State Ferries regarding legislative matters, schedules, and crewing status. Members will also discuss the timeline for rewriting sailing schedules and potential changes to meeting formats to facilitate public input.

• WSF legislative and service updates
• Discussion on fall schedule and sailing schedule rewrites
• Terminal and Island updates
• Transportation Commission update
• Discussion on Open Meetings Act and meeting reformatting

Superior Court Administration

The San Juan County Law Library is meeting to discuss board membership, budget, and inventory. The body will also review reporting requirements and the expiration of Thomson Reuters contracts in December 2022.

• Thomson Reuters (West) print and patron contracts expiring December 2022
• Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) changes effective June 1, 2022
• Annual reporting requirements per RCW 27.24.020
• Budget and inventory review
• New acquisitions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding government office uses in rural, resource, and special land use designations. The commission will also continue its review of several elements of the draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Public Hearing on Table 18.030.040 regarding Government Offices
• Review of Element B.4 Water Resources
• Review of Element B.6 Transportation
• Review of Element B.7 Capital Facilities
• Review of Element B.8 Utilities and Element B.10 Economic Development

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended the DCD proposal to revise Table 18.030.040 for government offices in rural, resource, and special land use designations, adding a finding that government offices should be located within UGA boundaries when possible. The commission also accepted goals and policies for the Water Resources element, with one policy vote passing 5-1, and approved draft elements for Transportation, Capital Facilities, Utilities, and Economic Development by consensus.

• Recommended DCD proposal for Table 18.030.040 revision (7-0)
• Adopted findings with new Finding 5 on UGA location (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2022 (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Accepted Water Resources element goals with edits (7-0)
• Accepted Water Resources policies 1-4 as amended (5-1)
• Accepted Water Resources policies with green/yellow changes (5-0)
• Accepted Transportation element with new bike goals and policies (consensus)
• Accepted Capital Facilities, Utilities, and Economic Development elements (consensus)

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee is meeting to conduct administrative business and review building permits. The body will consider two specific applications for residential additions.

• Permit BUILD-22-0204 for a residential addition
• Permit BUILD-22-0255 for a residential addition
• Reappointment status of EPRC members

The Eastsound Planning Review Committee discussed the parking-in-lieu program and agreed to send a letter to the County Council urging formation of an Eastsound Parking Subcommittee. The committee approved the meeting agenda and reviewed two residential addition permits with no comment. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy items; the meeting was largely discussion and planning.

• Approved meeting agenda (moved by Terry, seconded by Charles)
• Sent letter to County Council urging formation of Eastsound Parking Subcommittee
• Reviewed BUILD-22-0204 and BUILD-22-0255 residential addition permits with no comment
• Discussed reappointment of four EPRC members whose terms end May 31, 2022; advised to continue until council acts

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing regarding an appeal filed by Francine Shaw and Planning and Permit Services LLC. The appeal concerns the denial of a request to process a code interpretation for a property on San Juan Island.

• Public hearing on appeal APPEAL-21-0001 (Francine Shaw, Planning and Permit Services LLC)

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to establish its operational structure and review the draft planning process. Members will also receive a summary of previous climate work conducted by staff.

• Review of Appointed Boards and Commissions Code of Professional Conduct
• Discussion of Open Public Meetings Act requirements
• Review of draft planning process
• Establishment of regular meeting schedule

The committee reviewed a draft Climate Action Planning Process and preliminary carbon emissions data, with discussion on setting priorities in the fall. No formal decisions were made; action items included sharing the policy draft, carbon spreadsheet, and slide deck. The committee also scheduled future meetings, including a May in-person session.

• Reviewed draft Climate Action Planning Process (no vote)
• Discussed preliminary carbon emissions estimate of ~96k tons CO2 for county
• Scheduled regular meetings for fourth Thursdays via Zoom
• Scheduled in-person special meeting for May 21 at Grange on San Juan Island
• Action item: email policy draft to committee members before next meeting
• Action item: create carbon spreadsheet as part of gap analysis
• Action item: coordinate sharing carbon info compiled by Vince

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss various park updates and project statuses. The body is scheduled to vote on a fee exemption for the Eastsound Village Green and a bench donation for the same location.

• Vote on Eastsound Village Green Fee Exemption
• Vote on Eastsound Village Green Bench Donation
• Vote on Climate and Sustainability Liaison
• Update on Orcas Island Farmer’s Market Contract
• Update on Squaw Bay Rd Rename

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health will receive updates on the COVID-19 response and the 2021 Healthy Youth Survey. The board will also discuss a draft process for membership recruiting and selection and review an environmental health annual report.

• Draft Board of Health Membership Recruiting and Selection Process
• Dementia Pilot Project presentation
• 2021 Healthy Youth Survey highlights
• Environmental Health Annual Report
• PeaceHealth Community Health Needs Assessment

Agricultural Resources Committee

The San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee is holding a routine meeting to review minutes, receive a coordinator's report on the Sustainable Tourism Management Plan, discuss outreach efforts, elect a new Policy Chair, and hear updates from agricultural organizations. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Elections for new Policy Chair
• Discussion on Climate Conversation
• Report on Sustainable Tourism Management Plan
• Outreach planning for Ag Org Retreat
• Updates from WSU, SJI Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, Food System Team

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will conduct a final review of the draft Agricultural Policy. The meeting includes updates on property acquisitions and the 1st Quarter 2022 Financial Report.

• Final review of Draft Agricultural Policy
• Acquisitions update for Glenwood Inn and Entrance Mountain parcel on Orcas
• Acquisitions update for Hauschka (Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd.) on San Juan
• Lopez Community Land Trust trail easement update
• 1st Quarter 2022 Financial Report

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission is meeting remotely to receive briefings on three Comprehensive Plan elements: Land Use and Rural (Element B.2), Water Resources (Element B.4), and Historic and Archaeological Preservation (Element B.9). These are informational briefings, not decision items. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public hearings or action items listed.

• Briefing on Element B.2 Land Use and Rural by Director David Williams
• Briefing on Element B.4 Water Resources by Planner II Sophia Cassam
• Briefing on Element B.9 Historic and Archaeological Preservation by Sophia Cassam
• Public access time for comments

The San Juan County Planning Commission reviewed and approved multiple comprehensive plan elements, including the Water Resources Element (with new goals on rain catchment and climate change), the Historic and Archaeological Preservation Element, and the Land Use and Rural Element. The commission made numerous edits to goals and policies, struck several policies, and tabled Goal 2.2.F for further review. All votes were unanimous except for the April 1 minutes approval, which passed with two yes votes and three abstentions.

• Approved Water Resources Element goals with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Water Resources Element policies with multiple edits (unanimous)
• Approved Historic and Archaeological Preservation Element with Policy 1 wording change (unanimous)
• Approved Land Use and Rural Element goals and policies with changes (unanimous)
• Tabled Goal 2.2.F for further review by DCD
• Approved April 1, 2022 minutes (2-0, 3 abstentions)

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. Discussion includes the 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the 2022 Home Fund Round budget, notice of funding availability, and application materials.

• 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• 2022 Home Fund Round budget update
• 2022 Home Fund Round NOFA and application materials

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee approved the March 9, 2022 minutes unanimously. They discussed updates on rental subsidies, the Point in Time Count, the Argyle Street project, and the 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance program. No final decision was made on setting aside additional funds for Argyle Street frontage improvements. The committee also discussed the 2022 Home Fund round and requested research on building cost limits.

• Approved March 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed 2022 Home Fund round changes, no final decision
• No decision on additional Argyle St frontage improvement funds
• Requested research on state building cost authority

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive updates from Washington State Ferries and the Transportation Commission. Members will discuss current priorities and the summer schedule, specifically regarding a missing Lopez sailing.

• WSF update on service issues, schedules, reservations, and crewing status
• Discussion of summer schedule and missing Lopez sailing without Sidney
• Terminal and Island updates from agents and representatives
• Transportation Commission update from Debbie Young

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss operational updates for the 2022 fair, including ticket pricing and fair hours. The board will also review contracts for janitorial services, ticket gates, and garbage removal.

• Ticket pricing streamlining
• Fair hours
• Contracts for janitorial, ticket gates, and garbage
• Premium Book status
• 2022 Poster final copy

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee is meeting to introduce new members and review administrative reports. The body will also conduct a permit review for a project at 89 Terri Lane.

• Permit review for BUILD-22-0083 at 89 Terri Lane, Eastsound
• Introduction of new members Brynna Gregg and Leslie Brazeau
• Prune Alley Report

The Eastsound Planning Review Committee approved its adjusted agenda and March minutes, with no substantive decisions made. Members received updates on the Prune Alley utility project and discussed future topics including parking, vacation rentals, and housing code changes, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved agenda as adjusted (moved next meeting to May 5)
• Approved March 3, 2022 minutes as presented

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee and Citizen’s Salmon Advisory Group are meeting to discuss protection priorities for killer whale foraging areas and salmon recovery strategies. The body will also consider a proposed change to the committee structure and approve the 2021 Annual Report.

• Approval of 2021 Annual Report
• Proposed committee structure change
• Recommendations for Southern Resident killer whale foraging areas on the westside of San Juan Island
• Salmon Recovery protection strategy discussion
• SFRB site visit planning

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank is holding a series of public meetings to gather community input. Each meeting focuses on a specific district and includes an update from Director Lincoln Bormann and District Stewards.

• District 1 meeting: April 6
• District 3 meeting: April 20
• District 2 meeting: April 27

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several sections of the draft Comprehensive Plan. Discussions include the plan's introduction, governance, and a population and land capacity analysis. The meeting also includes a briefing on government office land use designations and continued discussion regarding the Housing Element.

• Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan Section A, Introduction
• Review of Element B.1, Governance
• Review of Appendix 1, Population and Land Capacity Analysis
• Briefing on Table 18.030.040 Allowable and Prohibited Uses for Government Offices
• Continued Housing Element discussion

The San Juan County Planning Commission reviewed draft Comprehensive Plan sections and made consensus decisions on the Housing Element, including deleting the word 'affordable' from Goal 5, Policy 1, adding new policies on small home/RV parks and UGA review, and accepting Housing Advisory Committee recommendations with modifications. They also requested a disclaimer listing concerns about Appendix 1 and discussed a revision to Table 18.030.040.

• Approved minutes of March 18, 2022 (3-0-1)
• By consensus, deleted 'affordable' from Goal 5, Policy 1 of Housing Element
• By consensus, added Policy 5 (small home/RV parks) and Policy 6 (UGA review) to Goal 1
• By consensus, added Policy 8 (maximize livable square footage) to Goal 4
• By consensus, accepted Housing Advisory Committee recommendations with stated modifications
• By consensus, requested disclaimer listing concerns about Appendix 1

Citizens Salary Commission

The Citizens' Salary Commission will discuss cost of living increases and base pay adjustments for elected officials. The discussion includes reviewing data collected from comparator counties.

• Cost of living increases for elected officials
• Base pay increases using comparator county data
• Discussion on percentages of residential second homes

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will review the Draft Water Element Memo. This item is scheduled for action during the meeting.

• Action item: Draft Water Element Memo regarding Comprehensive Plan recommendations

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board will meet virtually to conduct business including the approval of previous minutes. Discussion topics include the status of the VSOA agreement with Whatcom County and planning for a county fair booth.

• Review of February 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Status of VSOA agreement with Whatcom County
• Discussion regarding 2022 County Fair Booth (August 17-20)

Superior Court Administration

The San Juan County Law Library is meeting to discuss returning to pre-COVID operations. The board will review budget items, board membership, and reporting requirements.

• Reopening Law Library to pre-covid operations
• Thomson Reuters (West) print and patron contracts expiring December 2022
• Board membership under RCW 27.24.020
• Inventory of library materials and new acquisitions
• Budget review

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings regarding four conditional use permit applications for vacation rentals on San Juan Island. Additionally, the body will hear a request to remove one lot from a plat on Orcas Island.

• Subdivision vacation permit application for White Beach, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-21-0292)
• Vacation rental permit application for 285 Washington Way, San Juan Island
• Vacation rental permit application for 169 De Haro Lane, San Juan Island
• Vacation rental permit application for 415 De Haro Lane, San Juan Island
• Vacation rental permit application for 457 Cessna Ave, San Juan Island

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing on an appeal by Ocean Forest LLC-Sean Demeritt. The matter concerns the denial of a request to purchase parking credits at 429 Pine Street on Orcas Island.

• Appeal regarding parking credit denial at 429 Pine Street, Orcas Island

Landbank Commission

The Commission will receive updates on property acquisitions across Orcas, San Juan, and Lopez islands. The meeting includes a final review of the draft Agricultural Policy for public comment.

• Glenwood Inn acquisition update (Orcas)
• Entrance Mountain parcel resale (Orcas)
• Hauschka/Cady Mountain and Prohaska Rd. acquisition update (San Juan)
• Lopez Community Land Trust trail easement update (Lopez)
• Final review of Draft Agricultural Policy

The Conservation Land Bank Commission approved the February 18, 2022 minutes without corrections. The commission discussed the potential acquisition of the Glenwood Inn property on Orcas Island, noting that a prior offer by the San Juan Preservation Trust and the Land Bank was outbid but the bidder withdrew, allowing renewed negotiations. The commission also discussed a draft agricultural policy, with plans to accept public comment at the April meeting. No formal votes were taken on substantive items during this meeting.

• Approved February 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Entrance Mountain resale with Forever Wild Conservation Easement (action item noted)
• Discussed Glenwood Inn acquisition; negotiations to continue with SJPT
• Tabled public comment on draft Agricultural Policy until April meeting
• Directed staff to reword water quality prioritization in draft Agricultural Policy
• Directed staff to label materials as Conservation Land Bank

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 concerning the Eastsound Village Parking Fund. The body will also review a land use request for Element B.2 Land Use and Rural and hold a discussion on housing.

• Public hearing on the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 (Eastsound Village Parking Fund)
• Preliminary recommendation briefing for Element B.2 Land Use and Rural review request
• Housing discussion with Housing Program Coordinator Ryan Page

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The committee will receive various agency updates regarding water quality and recovery. Discussion topics include culvert updates for Orcas and San Juan Island, as well as stormwater design for Prune Alley/Eastsound/Lopez Farmers Market.

• Orcas and San Juan Island culvert updates
• Stormwater design/construction information for Prune Alley/Eastsound/Lopez Farmers Market
• Groundwater update
• Environmental inspection updates
• Salmon Recovery Chapter update – freshwater

The Clean Water Advisory Committee approved the November 2021 and January 2022 meeting minutes with no objections. Members received updates on culvert projects, groundwater monitoring, stormwater improvements, and the salmon recovery plan, which is being forwarded to the County Council for approval. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved November 2021 and January 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded updated Salmon Recovery Chapter to County Council for review (April 5)

Agricultural Resources Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting. Action is required regarding Comprehensive Plan recommendations and a draft Water Element memo containing five agricultural climate proposals.

• Comprehensive Plan Recommendations (Action Item)
• Draft Water Element Memo: 5 Agricultural Climate Proposals

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss preparations for the 2022 fair, including the event poster and grants. The board will also review contracts for janitorial services, ticket gates, and garbage removal.

• 2022 Poster
• Fairs Association Grants
• Bingo Games
• Contracts for Janitorial, Ticket Gates, and Garbage
• Tent options and fair layout

The San Juan County Fair Board approved the February 2022 minutes and the meeting agenda. They discussed fair hours as a potential vendor selling point, sponsorship outreach, and the need for a bingo permit. No major policy decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Barbara, seconded by XXX)
• Discussed fair hours decision, no action taken
• Discussed bingo permit requirement, no action taken
• Discussed radio purchase vs. rental, no decision
• Discussed sponsorship list, no formal action

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the 2022 Home Fund and the Senior/Disabled Rental Subsidy Program. The body will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan Housing Element.

• 2022 Home Fund Documents Workgroup update on pre-development issues
• 2022 applications for the Senior/Disabled Rental Subsidy Program
• Comprehensive Plan Housing Element discussion

The Housing Advisory Committee approved the 2022 Senior and Disabled Rental Subsidy Program applications as recommended by staff, and approved the February 9, 2021 minutes with minor corrections. The committee also discussed and reached consensus on recommended changes to the Comprehensive Plan Housing Element, which will be compiled into a track changes document for the Planning Commission. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 9, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Senior and Disabled Rental Subsidy Program applications as recommended by staff (unanimous)
• Reached consensus on recommended changes to Comprehensive Plan Housing Element for Planning Commission

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on Washington State Ferries legislative issues, service, and crewing status. Discussion topics include spring and summer schedules, reservation releases, and potential service changes for Lopez Island.

• WSF legislative and service updates
• Spring schedule and reservation release discussion
• Summer schedule and Lopez service discussion
• Transportation Commission update

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The committee is reviewing near-term actions including $100,000 in directed funding for county-wide creosote piling removal planning. Members will also discuss a $400,000 four-year work plan regarding the Ecosystem Protection and Recovery Plan.

• $100,000 directed funding for creosote piling removal planning
• $400,000 4-year ecosystem protection and recovery work plan
• Oil spill prevention letter regarding ETV in Sidney

The Implementation Committee approved an amended approach to use $100K in FFY2021 direct funding for a county-wide creosote piling removal assessment instead of the Jackson Beach project, due to restrictions on marine projects. The motion was approved by present members, with Kendra and Frances abstaining. The committee also discussed oil spill prevention efforts, including a letter to the Canadian government about repositioning an emergency towing vessel, and reviewed gaps in the Ecosystems Protection and Recovery Plan.

• Approved amended approach for $100K creosote removal funding (present members approved; Kendra and Frances abstained)
• Approved meeting agenda for March 3, 2022
• Approved meeting summary for January 13, 2022

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will review several building permit applications and receive updates on the Eastsound Parking Program. The agenda also includes a report on building code language for section 18.30.600.

• Eastsound Parking Program update
• Building code language for 18.30.600
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0076
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0079 (Revision of BUILD-20-0288)
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0094 and BUILD-22-0120

The Eastsound Planning Review Committee voted to have Chair Leith Templin present their position at the March 18 Planning Commission meeting, opposing elimination of the parking-in-lieu program without a county commitment to resolve Eastsound parking issues. The committee also reviewed four building permits and provided comments, including concerns about RV occupancy and lighting compliance. No formal decisions were made on the permits; they were forwarded to planners.

• Approved agenda as proposed
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2022, as corrected
• Directed Chair Leith Templin to present EPRC's position on parking-in-lieu program at Planning Commission meeting
• Reviewed BUILD-22-0076 and recommended county enforce RV regulations
• Reviewed BUILD-22-0079 and noted EDRC does not require pizza shed to meet design standards
• Reviewed BUILD-22-0094 and requested conforming lighting plan
• Reviewed BUILD-22-0120 and asked applicant to clarify garage use and provide lighting plan

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct public hearings regarding conditional use permit applications for properties on Orcas Island and San Juan Island. One appeal hearing regarding parking credits has been continued to March 21, 2022.

• Conditional use permit for a vacation rental at 661 Buckhorn Road, Orcas Island
• Conditional use permit for a bed and breakfast change of use at 2657 West Valley Road, San Juan Island
• Appeal regarding the denial to purchase parking credits at 429 Pine Street, Orcas Island (continued to March 21, 2022)

Landbank Commission

The Commission will review the 2021 end of year financial report and updates on property acquisitions in Lopez, Orcas, and San Juan islands. A public hearing regarding the draft Agricultural Policy has been deferred to the March 18 meeting.

• Acquisitions update for Lopez (Higgins), Orcas (Glenwood Inn), and San Juan (Hauschka at Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd.)
• 2021 End of Year Financial Report
• Discussion of Coffelt Farm RFP final draft
• Executive Session to discuss acquisition of real estate

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a recommendation on a vacation rental cap. The meeting also includes a briefing on the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 related to the Eastsound Village Parking Fund.

• Public hearing on October 15, 2021, Planning Commission recommendation on a vacation rental cap
• Briefing on the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 (Payment in Lieu – Eastsound Village Parking Fund)

The San Juan County Planning Commission held a public hearing and adopted findings of fact to support its October 15, 2021 recommendation on a vacation rental cap. The commission voted to delete several proposed findings, reletter the remaining ones, and modify wording, including replacing 'overtourism' with 'negative impacts'. The final findings A through G were approved unanimously. The commission also received a briefing on a proposed repeal of a payment-in-lieu ordinance for the Eastsound Village parking fund, but took no action on it.

• Deleted highlighted/stricken findings A, F, G, 1, J, and L from the proposed findings list.
• Relettered remaining findings A through G, adding a new finding that existing compliant vacation rental permits remain valid.
• Failed to strike Finding A, with a 2-4 vote.
• Removed the word 'over' from 'overconcentration' in Findings A and B, with a 4-2 vote.
• Approved Findings A, B, C, E, F, G as modified, leaving Finding D for further discussion.
• Approved Finding D with wording changed from 'overtourism' to 'negative impacts'.
• Unanimously accepted all Findings A through G as modified.

Agricultural Resources Committee

The committee will review the Comprehensive Plan update process and take action on specific recommendations. Discussion includes draft memos regarding water, transportation, housing, capital facilities, and utilities.

• Action item: Comprehensive Plan Recommendations
• Draft Water Element Memo
• Draft memo covering Transportation, Housing, Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss staffing, contracts, and planning for the 2022 fair. The session includes reviews of poster art submissions and coordination of fair activities. The board will also discuss the Fairgrounds Master Plan.

• Review of 2022 Fair poster art submissions
• Discussion of contracts for janitorial, ticket gates, and garbage
• Review of media rubric and tagging with Treehouse Creative
• Discussion of carnival and tent options
• Fairgrounds Master Plan and layout review

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The February 11, 2022, meeting of the Lopez Village Planning Review Committee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is April 8, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a revised timeline for the Comprehensive Plan Update. The body will also review preliminary recommendations regarding land use review requests.

• Revised timeline for Comprehensive Plan Update
• Preliminary recommendations regarding land use review requests

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates on composting and organic waste feasibility. Members will also review upcoming household hazardous waste event dates and the Spring Great Islands Clean-up.

• Composting and Organic Waste Feasibility Update and Discussion
• Household Hazardous Waste Event Dates: Friday Harbor (6/10), Friday Harbor (6/11), Orcas Island (6/18), and Lopez Island (6/25)
• Spring Great Islands Clean-up on April 23
• Waste Tire Discussion

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee approved the November 16th meeting minutes and introduced newly appointed members Rick Winings and Rick Carr. The meeting was largely informational, covering legislative updates, state grants, and transfer station reports. No substantive policy decisions were made; actions were limited to approving minutes and planning future steps for composting and plastic recycling outreach.

• Approved November 16th SWAC meeting minutes (all present)
• Introduced new SWAC members Rick Winings and Rick Carr
• Agreed to draft scope of work for composting and plastic recycling education (Katie and Kendra)

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator and discuss workgroup progress regarding the 2022 Home Fund. Discussions also include a communications strategy, senior home repair programs, and the Comprehensive Plan Housing Element.

• 2022 Home Fund Documents Workgroup update
• 2022 Home Fund communications strategy discussion
• Senior Home Repair Programs discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Housing Element discussion

The Housing Advisory Committee unanimously recommended that the County Council allow changes to the Northern Heights Apartments grant agreement to permit all units to serve income populations up to 115% of the area median income. The committee also approved the 2022 Home Fund communications article and website by consensus. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates and discussions on various housing programs and documents.

• Approved December 1, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Recommended Council allow Northern Heights grant agreement changes to serve up to 115% AMI (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Home Fund communications article and website (consensus)

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on Washington State Ferries legislative matters, service issues, and crewing status. Discussion topics include spring and summer schedules, reservation releases, and potential changes to Lopez service.

• WSF legislative and service updates
• Spring schedule and reservation release discussion
• Summer schedule and Lopez service discussion
• Transportation Commission update

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board is meeting to discuss and approve the 2022 San Juan County Noxious Weed List. The board will also consider public comments on weed control and enforcement priorities for the year.

• Public hearing for the 2022 San Juan County Noxious Weed List
• Discussion on proposed funding increase with Milene Henley
• State Parks contract renewal status
• Sportsman's Lake update
• Noxious weed disposal policy revision discussion

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will review threats and stressors associated with climate change and discuss potential actions. The meeting also includes updates on several ongoing projects and a transition to the Citizen’s Salmon Advisory Group meeting.

• MSA Plan update regarding climate change threats
• Plastic Free Salish Sea project update
• Eelgrass protection project update
• False Bay monitoring project update
• Salmon Recovery Chapter final reviews

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will discuss a proposal to repeal SJCC 18.30.640 regarding the Eastsound village parking fund. Members will also receive an update on the status of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Discussion of repealing SJCC 18.30.640 Payment in lieu – Eastsound village parking fund
• Update on the status of the Comprehensive Plan
• Report on Eastsound Design and Review Committee membership

The committee discussed the Eastsound Parking Fund Program, which has never collected funds and is not financially viable. David Williams recommended repealing it, and the committee discussed the history and current status. No formal action was taken, but the recommendation will go to the Planning Commission and Council. The meeting also covered updates on the Comprehensive Plan and the Prune Alley Road project.

• Approved agenda as proposed
• Approved minutes of January 6, 2022, meeting
• Discussed recommendation to repeal Eastsound Parking Fund Program (no vote)
• No permits reviewed

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is conducting public hearings on two appeals. These include a challenge to a SEPA determination for an aircraft hangar and a challenge to a wetland restoration plan.

• Appeal by Hardy-Ness regarding SEPA determination for an aircraft hangar at Tarte Road (APPEAL-21-0005)
• Appeal by Haro Legacy, LLC regarding wetland restoration plan for LANDUSE-21-0092 at 69 West Side Road (APPEAL-21-0006)

Landbank Commission

The Commission is holding a continued public hearing to discuss and potentially adopt a Draft Agricultural Policy. The meeting also includes updates on land acquisitions and a discussion regarding a draft RFP for Coffelt Farm.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Draft Agricultural Policy
• Acquisition updates for Higgins (Lopez), Glenwood Inn (Orcas), and Hauschka (Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd. on San Juan)
• Discussion of Coffelt Farm RFP draft

The Commission approved the December 17, 2021 minutes with corrections. No substantive decisions were made; the draft Coffelt Farm RFP and the Agricultural Policy second draft were deferred to the February 18 meeting. The Commission discussed property acquisitions and stewardship but took no formal action on them.

• Approved December 17, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections
• Deferred Coffelt Farm RFP second draft to February 18 meeting
• Deferred Agricultural Policy second draft to February meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive briefings on the status of the Comprehensive Plan and the status of the vacation rental cap recommendation. The body will also discuss the planning of Town Hall events.

• Comprehensive Plan status update briefing
• Town Hall events update and planning
• Vacation rental cap recommendation status update
• Election of officers
• Planning Commission training

The San Juan County Planning Commission elected Sheila Gaquin as Chair and David Kane as Vice-Chair, and unanimously recommended meeting twice a month to manage workflow. It also approved minutes from prior meetings and scheduled an additional February 11, 2022 meeting to review draft survey questions and a workplan. No substantive land-use decisions were made.

• Elected Sheila Gaquin as Chair (4 yes, 2 abstentions)
• Elected David Kane as Vice-Chair (4 yes, 2 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of October 8, 2021 Special Meeting (3 yes, 3 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2021 (3 yes, 3 abstentions)
• Recommended meeting twice a month to manage workflow (unanimous)
• Scheduled additional February 11, 2022 meeting to review survey questions and workplan (unanimous)

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting via video conference to receive agency updates and reports on local water systems. Discussions include culvert updates for Orcas and San Juan Islands and water quality monitoring in the False Bay Creek watershed.

• Orcas and San Juan Island culvert updates
• San Juan County forest stocking survey results and fire risk
• Draft water quality monitoring results for False Bay Creek watershed
• Surface water and Groundwater subcommittees updates

The Clean Water Advisory Committee discussed updates on culvert replacements, forest stocking survey results, and water quality monitoring in False Bay Creek. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational with action items for sharing reports and videos.

• Discussed two culvert replacements (Cormorant and Bayhead) with cost estimates over $500K each
• Noted emergency culvert replacement at Eagle Cove due to failure of jury-rigged pipes
• Reviewed forest stocking survey showing ~3 million tons excess woody biomass in WUI areas
• Heard water quality monitoring results for False Bay Creek, noting phosphorus pulses and Ulva questions
• Action item: Cindy to share Killebrew road video with Kendra
• Action item: Wendel to send PDF report to interested parties

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health will meet to elect 2022 officers and receive updates on COVID-19 and environmental health. The board will review a fee waiver request for children's vaccines and discuss draft revisions to San Juan County Code 8.20.

• Election of 2022 Board Officers
• Vaccine for Children fee waiver request
• Draft revisions to San Juan County Code 8.20
• Behavioral Health Crisis Response System discussion
• USGS Water Study and On-site Sewage Low-Interest Loan Program updates

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee is meeting to review a Land Bank memo and recap listening sessions. The body will also receive updates from WSU, the SJIAg Guild, the Land Bank, SJICD, and the Food System Team.

• Review of submitted Land Bank Memo
• Recap of outreach listening sessions
• Updates from WSU and SJIAg Guild
• Updates from SJICD and Food System Team

The Agricultural Resources Committee met and adopted its 2021 report and 2022 work plan unanimously. The committee also approved minutes from previous meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was procedural or informational.

• Adopted minutes from 9/21/2021 and 10/19/2021 (moved by Annie McIntyre, seconded, passed)
• Adopted 2021 Report and 2022 Work Plan (moved by Learner Limbach, seconded by David Kane, passed unanimously)

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee is holding a special meeting with Wardell Architects. The body will conduct permit reviews for two specific building applications.

• Permit review for BUILD-21-0369
• Permit review for BUILD-21-0397

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The Implementation Committee is reviewing the draft 2022-2026 Action Agenda for alignment and gaps. The group is also discussing funding options for $100k in FFY2021 directed funding. Other items include a Puget Sound Partnership update and LIO workplan scoping.

• Review of 2022-2026 draft Action Agenda
• Funding options for $100k FFY2021 directed funding
• Jackson Beach creosote piling removal
• Conservation Property Acquisition/Easement
• Puget Sound Partnership update

The Implementation Committee reviewed the draft 2022-2026 Action Agenda and discussed funding options for the FFY2021 $100K direct funds. Members voted informally to support the Jackson Beach creosote pilings removal project over a land acquisition option, with four members in favor and two abstaining. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and the November 4, 2021 meeting summary, and received updates from the Puget Sound Partnership.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved November 4, 2021 meeting summary
• Supported Jackson Beach creosote removal project for $100K direct funding (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Action item: Report additional comments on draft Action Agenda to Marta
• Action item: Contact WDFW and DNR to prepare contracts for Jackson Beach creosote removal

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2022. Members will also receive updates regarding Washington State Ferries (WSF) legislative issues, service schedules, and terminal status.

• Election of 2022 Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• WSF update on legislation, schedules, reservations, and crewing
• Transportation Commission update
• Terminal and Island updates

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers and receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. The body will discuss a Home Fund request letter for OPAL Northern Heights and the 2022 Point in Time Count. Members will also discuss the 2022 Home Fund Pre-Development/NOFA/Application Sub-Committee.

• OPAL Northern Heights Additional Home Fund Request Letter
• 2022 Point in Time Count Discussion
• 2022 Home Fund Pre-Development/NOFA/Application Sub-Committee Discussion
• Election of Officers

The Housing Advisory Committee unanimously recommended that the County Council approve OPAL Community Land Trust's request for $253,340 in supplemental funding for the Northern Heights Apartments project. The committee also elected Sandy Bishop as chair and Farhad Ghatan as vice chair, and approved the December 1, 2021 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates and discussions on the Point in Time Count and forming a sub-committee for Home Fund document review.

• Recommended County Council approve $253,340 supplemental funding for OPAL Northern Heights (unanimous)
• Elected Sandy Bishop as Chair and Farhad Ghatan as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved December 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee is holding its second composting sub-committee meeting. The agenda consists of the meeting logistics and participant list.

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022. Members will continue discussions regarding the EPRC 2022 Work Plan with the directors of Community Development and Public Works.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Discussion of EPRC 2022 Work Plan

The Eastsound Planning Review Committee held a routine meeting, electing Leith Templin as chair and Charles Toxey as co-chair for 2022. The committee discussed the 2022 work plan with new Planning Director David Williams, covering signage regulations, enforcement, camping, and temporary structures, but took no formal votes on these topics. No permits were reviewed, and no substantive decisions were made beyond the elections and agenda/minutes approvals.

• Approved agenda as proposed
• Elected Leith Templin as chair for 2022
• Elected Charles Toxey as co-chair for 2022
• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes