West Shore of Guemes Island From The Air

GIPAC

Guemes Island Planning Advisory Committee (GIPAC) was elected by the residents and property owners of Guemes Island for the purpose of preparing a subarea plan.

On June 28, 2002, the members of GIPAC unanimously voted to submit a petition to Skagit County proposing that the Board of County Commissioners authorize GIPAC to prepare a subarea plan for Guemes Island in accordance with the Skagit County Comprehensive Plan and the Growth Management Act.

  • Guemes Island Planning Advisory Committee June 1, 2026 Meeting Called to Order: 6:30 Board Members Present:  Members of the Public Present: June Meeting Agenda: May Meeting Minutes: Treasurer’s Report: Public Comment: Updates/New Business: GIPAC Committee Business: Meeting adjourned:

  • Skagit County Public Works is moving forward with plans to redesign the Guemes Island ferry parking lot using federal grant funding. They expect to select a consultant by May 22, 2026, with an updated design concept anticipated in early 2027. At this stage, the County has indicated they will provide the consultant with existing design…

  • Guemes Island Planning Advisory Committee May 4, 2026 Meeting Called to Order: Board Members Present: Members of the Public Present: April Meeting Agenda: March Meeting Minutes: Treasurer’s Report: Public Comment: Updates/New Business: GIPAC Committee Business: 2026 Projects Progress Review: Other Project Updates (as needed): Meeting adjourned: