May 2026 Newsletter
This month, the Planning Commission held a Comp Plan public hearing, WEAN published a mitigation compliance report, and we are asking you to reach out to our representatives to thank them for supporting the Roadless Area Conservation Act in Congress.
See this month's issue here.
Senator Maria Cantwell has been a champion of the Roadless Area Conservation Act (RACA) since she first introduced it as a bill in Congress in 2002. In fact, she's reintroduced the bill in the Senate ten times, including this past year.
The Island County Planning Commission held a public hearing on the final draft of the Comprehensive Plan on May 20, 2026, which continued to a date certain on My 27, where the commission approved the "findings of fact" presented by the county planning staff.
Read our April 2026 Newsletter for updates on Earth Day events & ecosystem protection efforts. Join us in advocacy for a healthier environment.
March 2026 Newsletter covers the annexation of 80 acres in Oak Harbor. Join us in advocating for ecosystem protection!
Island County & Oak Harbor move forward with annexation plans. Learn about urban growth concerns & advocate for responsible development.
Join the community in protecting ecosystems. Participate in the public comment period for Island County's Comprehensive Plan!
Read our January 2026 Newsletter with updates on Comprehensive Planning & a tribute to Nancy Nordhoff. Join us in protecting local ecosystems.
This past week, the Island County BOCC and the Planning Commission both met to discuss the Economic Development element and the Clinton Subarea Plan.
Elements Of The Week: Capital Facilities, Transportation, Parks And Recreation
The Board of Island County Commissioners (BOCC) and the Planning Commission both met to discuss the Climate and Natural Resources elements of the Comp Plan.