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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060526 - WAcounties Weekly _ June 5_ 2026ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. June 5, 2026 COUNTY NEWS Energy Project Conflicts Intensify Across Western Washington Disputes June 5, 2026 <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/0> COUNTY NEWS Energy Project Conflicts Intensify Across Western Washington Disputes over clean energy projects are escalating as communities push back on new infrastructure. Proposed battery storage sites and transmission projects are drawing strong opposition over safety, environmental, and land-use concerns. At the same time, utilities warn that dozens of new projects are needed to meet growing demand and state climate goals. The tension highlights a growing challenge for counties navigating local impacts while supporting statewide energy needs. READ MORE <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/1> COUNTY NEWS Highlight Your County’s Biggest Impact! WSAC is now accepting nominations for its County Impact Awards, recognizing innovative county programs across Washington. These awards celebrate projects that improve services, strengthen communities, and enhance residents’ quality of life. Submit your project to gain statewide recognition and showcase the difference your county is making. READ MORE <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/2> WSAC NEWS <https://wsac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026_wsac_boards-and-commissions_banner-email-1.png> Represent Counties on a Statewide Board or Commission! Apply today to represent counties in these important arenas! For full details and links to board websites, please visit the application link below. Before applying, please ensure that you are able to accommodate the meeting schedule of the board or commission. * State Council on Aging * Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board (Elected) - Seat 5 * Forensic Investigations Council (FIC) -7 * Citizens Advisory Committee on Pipeline Safety * Public Works Board - West (Elected) * Transportation Improvement Board (Elected) - Pop 125K or less APPLY NOW <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/3> COUNTY NEWS Deadline Looms for Clallam Justice Agreements Clallam County and its cities are racing to finalize new criminal justice service agreements. Officials say time is tight as contracts covering courts, jail, prosecution, and defense remain under negotiation. Proposed changes would shift how services are delivered and paid for, including ending the county’s middle‑man role in public defense. With costs, responsibilities, and timelines all in flux, the outcome could signal broader shifts in county‑city partnerships statewide. READ MORE <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/4> COUNTY NEWS Skagit County Hits Pause on Data Centers Skagit County leaders approved a temporary pause on new data centers to address growing infrastructure concerns. Officials are weighing potential impacts on energy demand, water resources, and the preservation of agricultural lands. The moratorium gives planners time to develop zoning regulations and gather public input before allowing projects to proceed. Learn how Skagit County is proactively balancing economic development opportunities with long-term resource protection. READ MORE <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/5> PARTNER NEWS <https://wsac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PSE-Highlight.png> WSAC’s Upgraded Gold Partner Works to Meet Washington State’s Clean Energy Goals We’re pleased to share that WSAC’s partner, Puget Sound Energy (PSE), has upgraded to the Gold tier of our Corporate Member Program! As Washington state’s largest energy utility, PSE serves over 1.2 million electric customers and nearly 900,000 natural gas customers across 10 counties, aspiring to reach beyond net-zero carbon emissions by 2045. To meet the state’s clean energy goals, PSE is developing the first Integrated System Plan in Washington state history, and one of the first in the nation. County members are invited to join PSE in developing the plan and defining the goals and actions that will lead them through an equitable clean energy transformation. LEARN MORE <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/6> COUNTY NEWS Chelan County Enacts Seasonal Burn Ban Chelan County has implemented a seasonal outdoor burn ban as warmer, drier conditions increase wildfire risk. The ban prohibits burning yard debris and other materials, while still allowing limited campfires and approved grills. Additional restrictions on fireworks and high-risk activities aim to prevent human-caused fires during peak season. With fire danger rising statewide, the move underscores how counties are taking early action to protect communities and natural resources. LEARN MORE <https://flight.us.toucantech.online/track/click/ad61f8a5-94c8-45a9-bc36-a54c6e2619ca/7> COUNTY NEWS Logging Debate Grows in Whatcom County A new logging contract in the Lake Whatcom watershed is reigniting debate over forest management. The project would open additional acreage for timber harvest while generating revenue for city infrastructure. Supporters argue active management sustains forests and funding, while critics raise concerns about watershed protection and long-term impacts. The discussion highlights the complex balance counties face between environmental stewardship, economic needs, and public expectations. 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