Vashon-Maury Community Council V-MCC

10/22/2026

From Seattle King County Public Health

10/20/2026

VASHON-MAURY ISLAND RESIDENTIAL DRINKING WATER SURVEY: Please complete this short (5-10 minute) survey, designed to understand the perceptions and experiences of Vashon-Maury residents regarding local environmental and water quality. - Dr. Katya Cherukumilli, University of Washington https://uwashington.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dhd0UqTDju0plYi

10/20/2026

From King County: North Vashon sewage spill: Cleanup update and beach closure through 10/26
King County Wastewater Treatment Division crews responded to a sewage spill near the Vashon Island North-End Ferry Terminal today. People and pets should avoid contact with water near the ferry dock through 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26.
https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dnrp/waste-services/wastewater-treatment/sewer-system-services/report/incident-response

10/20/2026

Learn more about needs of island children, upcoming VSD bond proposal, and potential impacts on your property taxes.

A big thank you to the community members who were able to attend our Bond Forum last night. For those that were unable to be there in-person or watch the live stream, the presentation is archived and available for viewing on the District's Bond webpage - www dot vashonsd dot org/bond (unfortunately as of today FB now wants us to pay extra money to paste more than two links a month in our posts).

The Bond Planning Task Force will be providing a recommendation to the VISD Board of Directors on Thursday, October 22, at the Regular Board Meeting. We encourage interested community members to attend or to stream the meeting to learn more.

10/20/2026

Are you a King County resident 65 or older, or a resident with a disability? And if you do not have a vehicle, have no means to transport waste, or you cannot access a collection site, you can schedule a hazardous waste pickup at your home. Here's how:

09/25/2026

Help shape Vashon's future! 🌳
We're seeking 3+ candidates to join the Vashon-Maury Community Council Board.
Make a local impact & build connections with fellow residents!
Apply by Oct 1st: https://www.v-mcc.org/elections

09/23/2026

Vashon, we want to hear from you! King County Road Services Division has proposed a reduction in speed limit at two locations on the island to help improve safety for people driving, walking, and biking. If approved, changes could take effect as early as October 2026.

Proposed locations include:

-SW Gorsuch Road between Vashon Highway SW and 91st Ave SW

-Vashon Highway SW between SW 171st Street and 300 feet north of SW Cove Road (see map)

Community members can share feedback during the 14‑day comment period from today, September 23, through October 7 at 11:59 pm. Your input helps us understand how these changes may affect people who use the road.

Submit comments using the link in our bio or mail written feedback to: Communications, King County Road Services KSC‑LS‑0313 201 S Jackson St., Seattle, WA 98104

Learn more about proposed speed limit changes across unincorporated King County: KingCounty.gov/SpeedLimitReductions

09/18/2026

Passing along this announcement from King County:
King County is pleased to announce a new Request for Proposals (RFP) for Community-led Tourism funding, designed to support community-led projects that celebrate local culture and history, strengthen neighborhood economies, create jobs, and help communities experiencing displacement benefit from tourism. Applications are due October 14.

07/19/2026

Burning residential yard waste is currently allowed on Vashon-Maury islands, causing poor air quality and increased risk of wildfires.

That practice may soon change:

“The Puget Sound Clean Air agency staff are soliciting input from stakeholders and the public to raise awareness of this upcoming change, and to understand what resources can help people who currently burn their yard waste make the transition to other methods.”

Learn more about the proposed rule change and opportunities for public comment here:

Based on requirements in state law, PSCAA is considering the proposed changes described on this page. The current rules for yard waste are still in effect. Information about the existing rules can be found under our Residential Yard Waste Burning FAQs, in Regulations WAC 173-425-040, RCW 70A.15.50...