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Skagit County to Celebrate Completion of East County Bridge Projects
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County to Celebrate Completion of East County Bridge Projects The Skagit County Commissioners are excited to announce the reopening of the Marblemount Bridge and the completion of a temporary bridge over Jordan Creek, reestablishing important access points for east county residents. In recognition of these two important projects, the County Commissioners will be hosting a ribbon cutting event at the Marblemount Bridge on Thursday, October 29, at 10:00 a.m. The Marblemount
Skagit County to Celebrate Completion of East County Bridge Projects
PRESS RELEASE October 15, 2026 Contact Jenn Rogers Communications and Engagement Manager jrogers@skagitcountywa.gov 360-416-1300FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County to Celebrate Completion of East County Bridge Projects The Skagit County Commissioners are excited to announce the reopening of the Marblemount Bridge and the completion of a temporary bridge over Jordan Creek, reestablishing important access points for east county residents. In recognition of these two important projects, the County
Board of County Commissioners to Hold Work Session on Outdoor Events Code Rewrite
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session on Monday,October 19 at 11:00 AM to discuss the SCC 9.08 - Outdoor Events Code Rewrite. The second draft is available now and the comment period will be open from today, Thursday October 15, 2026, to Wednesday November 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM. Board of County Commissioners Work Session Documents The documents for the work session can be viewed by visiting the project website or in the linked documents below.Staff Report - 9.08 AmendmentsExhibit A -
EDASC names new CEO
The Economic Development Alliance of Skagit County’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce David Ballif as the organization’s new CEO. Ballif, who is currently the Executive Director of the Economic Development Council of Jefferson County (WA), will begin his tenure as EDASC’s CEO starting Jan. 12, 2027. "The Board and I have the utmost confidence that David will build upon the strong trajectory [current CEO] John Sternlicht has set out and bring EDASC into the next decade to further impact our
Governor Ferguson appoints Haley Wolcott Sebens to Skagit County Superior Court
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brionna Aho, Governor's Communications Director, Brionna.aho@gov.wa.gov, 360-628-3843Governor Ferguson appoints Haley Wolcott Sebens to Skagit County Superior CourtSebens joins Skagit County Bench in first expansion in 20 years OLYMPIA – Today Governor Bob Ferguson announced the appointment of Haley Wolcott Sebens to the position of Skagit County Superior Court Judge. Sebens’ appointment, effective January 1, fills the new position created by a law signed by Governor
Skagit Valley College selected as pilot college for national community college baccalaureate quality
For Immediate ReleaseOct. 8, 2026 Media contact: Marisa Pierce, Executive Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications | marisa.pierce@skagit.edu | 360.416.7957 Photos: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/prex7bs5hpgb6bd6gugvh/AAWADSc8FostzRrZ3pNnuWA?rlkey=8wqsrx9v26bfmv5utba2ofwb1&st=asjf9fka&dl=0Photo credit: Skagit Valley College, 2020-2026 BAS cohort classes Follow SVC: LinkedIn @skagit-valley-college | Tiktok @skagitvalleycollege | Facebook and Instagram @SkagitValleyCollegeHED: Skagit Valley College
Planning Commission Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Community Members, The Planning Commission will be meeting on Tuesday, October 13, at 6:00 p.m. Skagit County is conducting Planning Commission meetings in a hybrid format. The Skagit County Planning Commission is hosting meetings in the Skagit County Commissioners’ Hearing Room at 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. You may also participate online via Zoom or live stream on Skagit 21. The agenda, meeting details, materials, and information on how to participate can be found
Funding Opportunity - HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance
Skagit County has released the 2026 HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA). The NOFA and all application materials can be found on the Skagit County HOME Consortium webpage at the following link: Skagit County HOME Consortium | Skagit County. Questions regarding this NOFA should be submitted via email to Shelley Kjos, Housing Resource Coordinator, at skjos@skagitcountywa.gov, with "HOME TBRA NOFA Questions" as the subject line.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Skagit County Lifts Outdoor Burn Ban October 1st
PRESS RELEASE September 28, 2026 Contact Jenn Rogers Communications and Engagement Manager jrogers@skagitcountywa.gov 360-416-1300FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Lifts Outdoor Burn Ban October 1st Effective 8:00 am on October 1, 2026, and until further notice, residential yard and land-clearing fires are permitted again within unincorporated Skagit County. In unincorporated Skagit County, burn permits are required for piles larger than 4 feet by 4 feet. These permits can be obtained
Employers Encouraged to Register for Oct. 21 Regional Job Fair
MOUNT VERNON, WA — The Economic Development Alliance of Skagit County (EDASC), in partnership with WorkSource and the Northwest Workforce Council, is preparing for the next WorkSource Regional Pop-Up Job Fair on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, and local employers are encouraged to reserve their space soon. The job fair will take place from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at WorkSource Skagit, located at 2005 E. College Way in Mount Vernon. Military veterans will receive early admission from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Employers
EDASC to Offer Startup School in Spanish Beginning Oct. 6
The Burlington Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share the following opportunity on behalf of the Economic Development Alliance of Skagit County (EDASC). EDASC is offering its Startup School program in Spanish beginning Oct. 6, providing entrepreneurs with an opportunity to build their business knowledge through a proven curriculum and guidance from Spanish-speaking business professionals. The six-week online course is designed for entrepreneurs who are just getting started as well as existing business
SBA Disaster Assistance Available for Skagit County Businesses and Private Nonprofits
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible Washington small businesses and private nonprofit organizations impacted by the ongoing drought that began May 12, 2026. Skagit County is among the Washington counties included in the disaster declaration, along with Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Grant, Lincoln, Okanogan, Stevens and Whatcom counties. Under SBA Disaster Declaration WA-20034, eligible organizations may apply for
