Over 900 shoreline use permits have been issued throughout San Juan County during the past five years. If that sounds like a lot, it is. The islands, however, also have the longest shorelines in Washington State. The state is now attempting to monitor the impacts of such development and San Juan County recently completed the first report.
Islanders have the chance to voice their opinions about the 2036 Comprehensive Plane during the public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 29 before the County Council. The hearing is expected to continue into Nov. 30. The meeting will be held in person and online.