Fee Waivers Extended for Certain Permits Related to Flood Damage Repairs

County Executive Satpal Sidhu has extended two executive orders aimed at facilitating recovery in areas affected by flooding in November 2021.

The waiving of the County permit fee for emergency building repairs has been extended per Executive Order 2021-07...

Executive Sidhu proclaims Wildfire Awareness Month May, 2022

Executive Satpal Sidhu proclaims May 2022 as Wildfire Awareness Month as a means for education and a call for residents of Whatcom County to act to reduce wildfire threat and work towards being more fire-adapted.

Boat Inspection Stations Open Saturday, April 23

Are you ready for a new boating season? Help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS). Remember to purchase your 2022 AIS permit online before heading to the boat launch. You will receive your permit after your vessel passes inspection. Stations ...

Whatcom County Health Department Launches New Response Division

On Friday, April 1st, the Whatcom County Health Department officially launched its Response Systems Division, a new division focused on serving people in mental or behavioral health crises and building infrastructure to provide coordinated services. The d...

Joint Proclamation for the People of Ukraine

Executive Sidhu and Mayor Fleetwood have jointly proclaimed solidarity to the people of Ukraine on behalf of Whatcom County and the City of Bellingham.