Water Resources

King County updates were reported by Chris Lampkin. The follow proposals were discussed: Puget Sound Clear Air Agency to prohibit residential yard waste burning and King County Public Health to increase septic testing through expansion of the Marine Recovery Area. Announcements included future meeting venue changes, upcoming 2027-2028 V-MCC board elections, and council fundraising.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/I3DsInjSevY

Island partner organization updates were presented by Jennifer Potter (for Heights Grocery) and Brandon Letsinger (for Regenerate Vashon). Armen Yousoufian and others presented objections to King County’s proposed expansion of the Marine Recovery Area. A motion was introduced to discuss a proposed ban on yard waste burning (Sue Letzinger, Rick Shrum). Announcements included a survey from ths USPS on services in Burton and a meeting for Grandpa’s Garage recycled building materials 6pm 9/2/2026 at the Land Trust.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/FDbEQH0lYYw?si=eRZ_LLyxmMlcCIva

Armen Yousoufian, Andy Amstrup, Beth de Groen, retired justice Richard Sanders, and Glenn Gray present objections to King County Public Health's proposal to expand the Marine Recovery Area on Vashon.

King County Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda gave updates on public transportation, septic for ADUs, mental health and addiction support, roads, and midpoint updates for the comprehensive plan, then answered questions. Seattle/King County Department of Public Health proposes changes on septic inspections and the Marine Recovery Area were presented by Meagan Jackson (Program Supervisor). Announcements included joining V-MCC at the Strawberry Festival parade, service workers celebration party July 27, and a high school dance party August 29.

Seattle/King County Department of Public Health proposes changes on septic inspections and the Marine Recovery, presented by Meagan Jackson (Program Supervisor).

“In a Jam” skit by Theatre for Social Change. Updates for Vashon Be Prepared by Vicky de Monterey Richoux (President) and King County Sheriff’s Department by Major Koby Hamill, Captain James Mitchell, and Sergeant Theresa Schrimpsher. Motions on unauthorized use of council emails and removing a board member were resolved. Announcements included new requirements for waterfront septic inspection in King County (Armon Yusufian) and union wage negotiations for King County Parks staff (Forest Easley). Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrCWyMIplH-0CWZtsiJ8wqMQw0kWhgs_vHg8Oz4NzZc/edit?tab=t.0

Debra Gussin summarized the VMCC board retreat, Q&A with Tim Johnson on the Health Care District, discussion & vote on Community Heritage Trails motion, Meagan Jackson of KC made a septic system announcement

Puget Sound Energy on Tree Wire/vegetation management/ easements, Vashon water supply concerns, roads update, ferry system update, Vashon Food Bank update

Megan Jackson on WA state's new laws around septic systems, King County Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda, motions presented by the Environment and Climate Committee, Justin Hirsh on the Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal, Ben Carr on the V-MCC accomplishments, 2023 V-MCC expenses and proposed 2024 budget, new board member, Post Office update