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Jun 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town of Friday Harbor Town Council Agenda
The Town Council meeting agenda includes the consideration of Ordinance No. 1840, which aims to amend Chapter 3.08 of the municipal code regarding the issuance of checks and warrants for claim payments. Additionally, the Council will review Resolution No. 3028 to extend the contract period with BERK Consulting, Inc., and Resolution No. 3029 to adopt a new Town Driving and Vehicle Policy. The agenda also covers the review of payment of claims, an update on the America 250 initiative, and reports from directors and the administrator.
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The meetings covered various aspects of the town's Comprehensive Plan Update, including housing capacity, zoning amendments, utility and transportation facilities, and capital improvements. Discussions focused on proposed changes to building and streetscape standards to increase density, the UGA expansion, and infrastructure needs for water, sewer, and stormwater systems. The commission also reviewed the 2026 Comprehensive Plan amendment docketing process and a specific site-specific rezoning request on Guard Street.
Jan 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town Council Summary Of The Minutes
The regular session included announcements regarding the signing of a mutual agreement with the San Juan Community Home Trust for the Holliwalk development permits. Public comments addressed agenda requests for the Finnegan Ridge Development and expressed support for the Port's solar canopies. The consent agenda approved resolutions and numerous claim warrants, including ratifying a contract with Paychex. Key discussion items involved committee updates for 2026, an update on the San Juan Community Home Trust's Argyle Lot Project application status and future plans, and a proposal for a new water meter customer portal with H2O Analytics, which is expected to be approved at a subsequent meeting. Two public hearings were held and closed for Port of Friday Harbor Shoreline Substantial Development regarding float and piling replacement (LUA2025-0065) and solar canopies (LUA2025-0067), both resulting in direction to draft resolutions for approval. The Administrator reported on landfill monitoring cost sharing, a franchise agreement review, and requested agenda items for a joint council meeting.
Jan 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Town Council Minutes
The council meeting included setting the agenda, mayoral announcements regarding committee reporting requirements, and addressing technical difficulties preventing video recording. Key actions included approving a resolution authorizing a change order with Treehouse Creative Design Solutions for additional website services. The Public Works Director provided an update on sidewalk grinding, leading to the authorization of a contract with NW Development and Underground LLC for the project. The Administrator reported on an upcoming AWC meeting concerning housing in tourist towns and the start of the legislative session. Future special meetings were requested, including a retreat, a joint meeting with the San Juan County Council, and a joint meeting with the Port of Friday Harbor. Action and discussion items also covered committee assignments for 2026. Updates were provided by the San Juan Community Home Trust regarding the Argyle Lot Project's application status and future plans. The Council reviewed a contract proposal with H2O Analytics for a new water meter customer portal, expressing support for its implementation. Two public hearings were held concerning Port of Friday Harbor Shoreline Substantial Development: one for float and piling replacement (LUA2025-0065) and another for solar canopies (LUA2025-0067); both received staff recommendations and were directed for resolution drafting. An update was given on a forthcoming public hearing regarding a moratorium on transient accommodation. Further administrator reports covered recognition of Town crews and review of landfill monitoring cost sharing, with a request to reduce monitoring frequency.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
