The Snohomish County Council has begun the budget process for 2010.
The council announced earlier this month that it would build the budget from scratch, rather than rely on the budget proposed by Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon.
As part of the budget process, the county is asking for public testimony. People can submit their budget priorities to the county by visiting http://web5.co.snohomish.wa.us/council/budgettestimony/.
Typically, the county council passes the budget at a November meeting prior to Thanksgiving.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
SR 532/Mark Clark construction update
Washington state Department of Transportation (WSDOT) announced closures and possible delays for drivers for this coming week.
One lane of the 84th St. Bridge in Stanwood will be closed from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. tonight and Tuesday. Part of the new bridge deck paving did not adhere correctly, so WSDOT crews are redoing the two-foot-wide section.
In addition, on SR 532 east of Stanwood, crews will install new guardrails at night Wednesday through Friday. WSDOT advises that there may be delays. One lane will be closed between 28th Ave NW and 12th Ave NW on Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. the next morning, and Friday from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m. Saturday morning.
There will be work on SR 532 during the day this week, but WSDOT said it will not result in any closures.
For updates, check www.wsdot.wa.gov/Northwest/Snohomish/Construction/#SR%20532.
One lane of the 84th St. Bridge in Stanwood will be closed from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. tonight and Tuesday. Part of the new bridge deck paving did not adhere correctly, so WSDOT crews are redoing the two-foot-wide section.
In addition, on SR 532 east of Stanwood, crews will install new guardrails at night Wednesday through Friday. WSDOT advises that there may be delays. One lane will be closed between 28th Ave NW and 12th Ave NW on Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. the next morning, and Friday from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m. Saturday morning.
There will be work on SR 532 during the day this week, but WSDOT said it will not result in any closures.
For updates, check www.wsdot.wa.gov/Northwest/Snohomish/Construction/#SR%20532.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Burn ban lifted
The burn ban for unincorporated Island County, including Camano Island, was lifted today at 8 a.m.
Residents may burn a pile of natural vegetation that is 4 feet by 4 feet or less without a permit. A larger pile requires a permit, which is available by contacting Fire Warden Fred Wefer at (360) 428-3293.
It is illegal to burn garbage, household trash, lumber, construction waste or demolition debris.
Residents may burn a pile of natural vegetation that is 4 feet by 4 feet or less without a permit. A larger pile requires a permit, which is available by contacting Fire Warden Fred Wefer at (360) 428-3293.
It is illegal to burn garbage, household trash, lumber, construction waste or demolition debris.
Friday, September 18, 2009
CASA auction funds shelter
The Camano Animal Shelter Association (CASA)'s fourth annual auction is approaching on Sat. Oct. 3, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Camano Senior and Community Center, at 606 Arrowhead Rd. on Camano Island.Tickets will be $25 in advance, and $35 at the door.
The shelter is highly dependent on donations and community support. The shelter does receive some support from Island County for dogs.
The shelter has posted a list of some of the auction items on seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pet/1379828060.html.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Sno-Isle still searches for new trustee
Sno-Isle Libraries has extended the application deadline for the vacant board of trustee position until Thurs.. Oct. 1.
Potential trustees must live in Snohomish County, excluding Everett and Woodway. Those from south Snohomish County will receive preference.
A position description and application are available at www.sno-isle.org or by contacting Judy Carter at 360.651.7002, or Mary Kelly at 360.651.7030.
Potential trustees must live in Snohomish County, excluding Everett and Woodway. Those from south Snohomish County will receive preference.
A position description and application are available at www.sno-isle.org or by contacting Judy Carter at 360.651.7002, or Mary Kelly at 360.651.7030.
Public hearing about Camano Gateway
The Island County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the adoption of an ordinance for the Camano Gateway area 6 p.m. Tues., Sept. 22 at the Camano Senior and Community Center, 606 Arrowhead Rd., on Camano Island.
The ordinance, if adopted, would create a Camano Gateway Village Zone and set development regulations including design, lot size,, setbacks, building height and signage.
The ordinance, if adopted, would create a Camano Gateway Village Zone and set development regulations including design, lot size,, setbacks, building height and signage.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
First evidence of West Nile in King County
The state Department of Health reported that a dead bird found in Seattle in August has tested positive for West Nile virus.
Thus far, three birds have tested positive for the virus in Western Washington. A man in Klickitat County caught West Nile, but is recovering. Statewide, the virus has been found in 32 horses, 15 birds and 326 mosquito pools, according to the state Department of Health.
The Snohomish Health District no longer tests for West Nile, after budget cuts last year. Neither Island nor Snohomish County has reported any cases of humans with the virus.
Testing mosquitoes and birds for West Nile virus helps identify the virus' presence in a community prior to an outbreak, said Allison Cook, state Department of Health public information officer. Public health officials can then alert communities about what they can do to lower their risk of West Nile virus.
Most people who are bitten by a mosquito with West Nile don't become ill, Cook said. Some may experience flu-like symptoms, such as a fever and muscle aches. Adults over age 50 and people with compromised immune systems are most at risk. West Nile can develop into meningitis or encephalitis.
Local public health officials advise people to avoid outdoors in the evening, when mosquitoes are most active, cover exposed skin with light material or mosquito repellent, make sure screens fit and remove standing water to limit where mosquitoes can lay eggs.
Thus far, three birds have tested positive for the virus in Western Washington. A man in Klickitat County caught West Nile, but is recovering. Statewide, the virus has been found in 32 horses, 15 birds and 326 mosquito pools, according to the state Department of Health.
The Snohomish Health District no longer tests for West Nile, after budget cuts last year. Neither Island nor Snohomish County has reported any cases of humans with the virus.
Testing mosquitoes and birds for West Nile virus helps identify the virus' presence in a community prior to an outbreak, said Allison Cook, state Department of Health public information officer. Public health officials can then alert communities about what they can do to lower their risk of West Nile virus.
Most people who are bitten by a mosquito with West Nile don't become ill, Cook said. Some may experience flu-like symptoms, such as a fever and muscle aches. Adults over age 50 and people with compromised immune systems are most at risk. West Nile can develop into meningitis or encephalitis.
Local public health officials advise people to avoid outdoors in the evening, when mosquitoes are most active, cover exposed skin with light material or mosquito repellent, make sure screens fit and remove standing water to limit where mosquitoes can lay eggs.
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