Guemes Island Planning Advisory Committee
August 5, 2024
Meeting Called to Order 6:45
Board Members Present: Allen, Gabe, Michael, Jep, Steve, Kathy
Members of the Public Present: Frea Gladish
August Meeting Agenda: Approved
July Meeting Minutes: Approved
Treasurer’s Report GIPAC Account $3296.16
Public Comment: None
Updates/New Business:
C23-1: Chair of the GIPAC board sent a Thank You letter to the BoCC for finally passing C23-1.
Ferry Subcommittee Discussion:
There was a discussion about how GIPAC should interact with the GIFC, and how the two organizations could help each other. There was also a discussion about the idea of getting a mediator between the county and the island to help foster communication to solve the ferry issues.
Rainwater Catchment:
Kathy will schedule a visit to island by the Health Department staff for rainwater catchment tour and discussion on how to make catchment work on Guemes
Board Member Recruitment/Election:
There was a short discussion about recruiting new members for the board. Several candidates were discussed and board members offered to reach out.
Proposed Annual Meeting Topics:
Transportation Issues on Guemes
Recap of Young’s Park efforts
Meeting Adjourned: 8:30pm