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The acquisition comes in partnership with the state Department of Ecology, totaling roughly $5.5 million in funding through the Streamflow Restoration Grant program.
Some community members have opposed the development of the site due to its ecological significance and status as a feeding ground for the Post Point great blue heron colony. Developers say 19 mitigating conditions is enough to move forward.
Rainy conditions are expected to clear by Thursday evening, with temperatures forecasted to reach the low 80s early next week.
The department is still investigating the environmental impacts of both incidents.
The environmental publication was the first of its kind in the country when it began in the late 70s.
Public Works is currently working with Ecology crews to clean up the spill.
Skagit Bay remains closed for harvesting, as it still has high reported levels of paralytic shellfish poisoning biotoxins.
Just over 10% of the county is now experiencing an extreme drought.
As of the morning of August 1, it is 5% contained.
By making small changes to your daily habits—especially during hot, sunny weather—you can help reduce ozone pollution and protect both your health and the environment. Let’s all do our part to keep the air clean this summer!