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The Camano Island Fire and Rescue Board of Commissioners recently approved a resolution to place a regular property tax levy request on the ballot in August 2022. The ballot measure asks voters to reauthorize a levy rate of $1.35 per $1,000 of assessed property value – the same rate voters approved in 2017. This levy … Read more

June 20, 2021 Firework-related fires are still possible this Fourth of July, even though we’ve had a cool, damp summer. If you’re planning to celebrate with fireworks, please keep these safety recommendations in mind: Fireworks are legal on Camano, but only for three days – July 3, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.; July 4 … Read more

May 11, 2022 It’s amazing what a little paint and a lot of dedication can do. Thanks to the artistic talents of Raylyn – a 6th grader at Port Susan Middle School – Smokey Bear is back, brightening the side of the road along SR 532 again. And we do mean literally. He’s *SO* much … Read more

May 1, 2022 Our meeting rooms and public spaces are open to the public as of May 1. To reserve a meeting room or public space, please call our Administrative Office at 360-387-1512. Please be prepared to provide the following information when you call: Name of group Name and phone number of contact person Address … Read more

April 20, 2022 Spring is often the time when our friends and neighbors burn their burn piles before summer burn bans are issued. What should you know about outdoor burning on Camano Island? I think someone is burning illegally or unsafely. Who do I call? Call 911. The Island County Sheriff’s Office enforces burn restrictions … Read more

March 11, 2022 Adjust your clocks and change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors: Daylight Saving Time goes into effect at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 13. We recommend testing your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors each year when you set your clocks ahead. It’s worth the extra few minutes – and … Read more

Jan. 12, 2022 Chair Janice Treml officially swore in Kim Williams and Kelly Yadon as Camano Fire’s newest commissioners at Tuesday night’s board meeting. Voters elected the two last fall to replace retiring commissioners Erik Krieg and Stephen Lich. “The role of fire commissioner is an important one for our organization and for public safety … Read more

Do you know where your water shutoff valve is? The current stretch of cold weather has already caused a few burst pipes around the island. Knowing how to quickly shut off the water can help reduce the damage to your home. Take a few minutes today to find those shutoff valves – in your home … Read more

We’re looking to to hire one full-time Entry-Level Emergency Vehicle Technician. This individual should have experience with heavy equipment, gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, truck chassis, and electrical systems. Candidates must apply by 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14, 2022. Find the full position description and Camano Fire job application on our careers page. Preferred … Read more

Dec. 14, 2021 After 35 years as part of Camano Island Fire & Rescue, Commissioner (and former volunteer firefighter) Steve Lich is retiring at the end of 2021. When asked how he wants people to remember him, his answer was simple: “I hope that people think I did a halfway decent job.” Camano Fire Chief … Read more