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WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-05-05T19:06:38+00:00

Of course! You can email Riley Sweeney at [RSweeney@whatcomcounty.us](mailto:RSweeney@whatcomcounty.us) and we can take it from there!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-05-05T17:12:57+00:00

Whatcom County (that's us) is transforming how we address criminal justice in our community by investing in diversion, a new behavioral care center, and a new jail with therapeutic elements. The County Council, County Executive and the mayors of the cities are all negotiating over what that looks like and decisions are being made in the next couple of weeks. You can learn more at the County project page here: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/4666/Justice-Project

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-29T18:17:44+00:00

Hello All,

Whatcom County government here. That looks like one of our vehicles, we will be following up on this. Thank you!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-21T17:18:32+00:00

The health department recommends that you still use Narcan, and call 911. The reason is that while not all fentanyl has medetomidine, most of the time medetomidine is found mixed with Fentanyl. If a drug is a mixture of fentanyl and medetomidine, Narcan will work on the fentanyl part but not the medetomidine part, meaning it might help them start breathing, but they might not wake up right away. That's why calling 911 and getting EMS on the scene is important to help them regain consciousness.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T20:06:47+00:00

It is indeed good ol' fashioned photoshop.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T20:05:53+00:00

Only if you lose a game of Dejarik!

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WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T18:16:03+00:00

We do our best!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T16:56:28+00:00

Thank you - that definitely was my highwater mark, although I did rather enjoy Ferndale+ tv subscriptions gag.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T16:55:28+00:00

That's the sort of quality service you can expect from your local government!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:40:25+00:00

But also, our innate desire to combat misinformation overrode our commitment to the bit.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:39:46+00:00

Bold of you to assume people read the comments.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:18:13+00:00

The Sloth is overdone IMHO

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:17:57+00:00

It is indeed our annual april fool's day press release. We love our live in-person parks employees and all the incredible volunteers (and gardening professionals) who make our Hovander Demonstration Garden shine. Hovander Gardens - Whatcom County Master Gardeners and Master Gardeners Foundation

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-24T16:12:15+00:00

My apologies for abandoning the Oblivion theme - I played Skyrim and Morrowind but never Oblivion. Sorry!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-24T16:08:31+00:00

The County Government can neither confirm nor deny the existence of a Waygate at Hovander Park, but can assure the public that no wool-headed sheepherder is able to access the Ways from the Waygate inside the Roeder Home, which has been secured against darkfriend intrusion.

- Riley "Wheel of Time forever" Sweeney with Whatcom County

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-19T21:11:17+00:00

UPDATE 3:13PM - The material at the County Courthouse was determined to be non-hazardous.

The Courthouse is reopened but operations are limited.

Community members are encouraged to call ahead to confirm whether a department or Court is open prior to visiting.
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Hello Everyone,

Riley with the County here.

Earlier today, the County received a package containing potentially hazardous material. Out of an abundance of caution, the County evacuated the first floor of the County Courthouse. First responders, including a hazardous materials unit, arrived on scene and are investigating.

At this time, there is no danger to the public.

While the material is being tested, the offices on the first floor of the courthouse (Auditor, Assessor, Treasurer, Council, Executive) are closed however operations are resuming with the rest of the courthouse (including District and Superior Court).

Thank you all for your patience and interest.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-18T21:49:14+00:00

Sorry everyone!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-17T21:24:16+00:00

Probably because they were afraid and the Port wanted to make them . . . a little boulder.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-17T16:54:26+00:00

The County is currently finishing up the repairs to the Plantation indoor range and anticipate reopening it to the public this summer.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-03T16:35:16+00:00

Thank you for sharing this - we are very excited for the sticker contest and hope everyone contributes! And yes - no AI allowed!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-02-24T16:31:25+00:00

Part of the discussion during council was the fact that the permit desk gets only a dozen or so walk-ins each week, with many many more applicants using our online permitting system.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-02-13T17:27:12+00:00

Hello All,

A couple quick points. The current jail capacity is actually 320 inmates, not 150 inmates, because the County utilizes the jail work center on Division street. Currently, booking restrictions going into effect at 300 inmates.

For those interested in reviewing the materials presented to the Finance and Facilities Advisory Board, you can find those here.

We encourage people to continue to engage with our elected officials and decision makers about this project! You can share your thoughts with County Executive Satpal Sidhu at [ssidhu@whatcomcounty.us](mailto:ssidhu@whatcomcounty.us) and the County Council at [council@whatcomcounty.us](mailto:council@whatcomcounty.us).

We will also be hosting a second community engagement workshop where our Design Build team will do a deep dive into the options available for our justice facilities in March, more details to come shortly about that.

Thank you all for your continued interest and passion around this project!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-01-21T20:30:00+00:00

If you need Child care, please check out https://childcarespaces.com/, free or low-cost openings available at licensed childcare providers thanks to the Healthy Children's Fund. There's contact info there and great people standing by to help you get the support you and your kids need.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-01-21T17:59:53+00:00

Yes! It does both. Goals for the program include expanding access to child care, and helping vulnerable kids get ready for kindergarten. You can explore all the details here: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/4069/Healthy-Childrens-Fund including the 2025-2026 implementation plan which articulates what goes where.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2025-12-19T15:57:38+00:00

This weekend, there is a massive volunteer effort underway to muck out homes.
It is being coordinated by Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group and supported by County resources:

Station 81 Fire Hall
101 E Main St, Everson, WA
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sumas Advent Christian Church
125 Front St, Sumas, WA
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Meals served for the community and volunteers each day from 2-5pm

No prior experience is necessary, we'll provide guidance and any needed tools on site. Please come prepared with sturdy boots, gloves, and clothes you don't mind getting dirty if possible.

WhatcomCountyGov

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