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What's New ?
May 8, 2008

What planning should we do as an island for disaster preparedness? Come to the potluck dinner on May 17 (6:30 p.m.) at the Community Hall to hear presenters talk about some possibilities. From this information and our input, the SICC board will develop a possible disaster plan for the island, especially our exposures to storms, tsunamis, extended power outages and the prospect of our temporarily being a real island again. Come ask good questions and listen to our presenters. 5/7/08

The May Shore Lines and the May/June calendars are posted today. 5/6/08

AAA Gas Price Finder tells you where to find the best gas prices in our area. CNN Money Issue also has a page on the Gas Crunch that might be of interest. And there are tips on driving to save fuel at a government-sponsored web site. If you are a Samish Islander and would like to participate in the "Samish Island Saves Gas" errand-share, ride-share program, visit islander Steve Hoffman's blog. Finally, CSM has an article on "What has driven up oil prices". 5/1/08

Signs of spring in the Skagit Valley, 2008.

 
Spring Rain ©Therese Ogle, 2008
 
Seed Potatoes ©Therese Ogle, 2008

Aren't you glad it's spring? View this short video of a December storm with high tide and low pressure, and you'll be welcoming the spring flowers. The owner of this beach cabin says its the highest the water has come onto her property, since she's lived there. 4/14/08

Samish Island has a new Blog for saving gas, energy, and time. Called Samish Island Saves Gas, it is your opportunity to see if anyone can help you out, or if you can help someone else out. Our new board member Steve Hoffman has established the blog, and says it is currently in "testing phase." If you are going to town - any town - from Mount Vernon to Bellingham to Anacortes, and want to help out an island neighbor, try this blog. Or, if you need a errand done by a certain date, post it...maybe someone can help you out.

Let's experiment to see if it works for us, cutting back on gas use. If it works, it'll become a permanent link on our web page. Subscribe, or just post and check it frequently. Note: you will be asked to sign up for a google account to do this service - its free and easy. 4/11/08

The April Shore Lines newsletter is posted today. After publication, two corrections have been made to the Camp Kirby information: The April 17 Spaghetti Dinner has been cancelled, and the April 22, Annual Meeting is for Camp Fire members and volunteers only, as it has been changed to a dinner meeting. If you wish to attend this annual meeting, please call the campfire office to reserve your dinner. 4/8/08

An article in the Skagit Valley Herald about Madrona Blight provides insight into a disease of our beautiful northwest trees. Climate, expanding population, and increased development of woodlands are putting pressure on these magnificent trees. A photo in the article was submitted by island resident Pascale Michel.

Annual Dues: thanks to those who have already donated. If you've lost your form or put it aside for later, and still wish to join the community club, you can print the directory-membership form and send it with your check tothe SICC PO Box on the form. Thanks for your donations. We have heard from over 200 households so far.

The SICC project for 2008 is a new septic system for the hall. While not as decorative as our recent paint, curtains and additions, this is an essential upgrade to meet code, and our ever-growing uses of the hall. Any additional contribution to this effort is very welcomed and appreciated by all who use the SICC hall. Contact Chuck Davis if you can help out, or add a small contribution to your annual dues. Cost is estimated at $14,000.

Islanders: Think about renting the community hall for a family or other private function in 2008. SICC rents it for family holidays, church events, meetings, office & group parties, birthdays, weddings, receptions, dinners and other events. We have a nice space to rent, and we encourage your use of the hall for all your special larger events.

The Samish Island Community Club has various policies that guide board decisions. If you have a question about community club decisions, check the policies page. Ideas and feedback are always welcome: contact the current president.

Beach Color

Blau Oyster Beach

   
Photos©Therese Ogle, 2005

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