• Recycling in Mason County - The Board of County Commissioners announces they will conduct a public hearing on December 23, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. to consider an ordinance which provides residential curbside recycling at households with garbage service in unincorporated Mason County. (12/9/2008)
  • Transportation Improvement Program Citizens Advisory Program - Mason County is seeking citizen volunteers to serve on the Transportation Improvement Program Citizens Advisory Program (TIP-CAP). The TIP-CAP will review and analyze Mason County’s transportation needs and present their proposed transportation improvement plan to the Board of Mason County Commissioners (11/25/2008)
  • Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council - Mason County is seeking applicants to fill a position on the Lewis-Mason -Thurston Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council. (11/18/2008)
  • Mason County Commission Meeting Schedule for November and December - The Mason County Commissioners typically conduct regular business every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. with the 4th Tuesday meeting being scheduled at 6:00 p.m. On the 5th Tuesdays, the Commissioners meet in the north end of the County at 6:00 p.m. (11/04/2008)
  • Latimers Landing Boat Launch Temporary Closure - The Mason County Board of Commissioners would like to announce that the Boat Launch at Latimers Landing County Park will be closed temporarily on Monday and Tuesday, November 24 and 25 for float adjustments. (11/04/2008 )
  • Public Works Moving to New Location - Starting Wednesday, November 5, 2008, the Mason County Public Works Department, currently located in Bldg 8 at 415 N 6th Street, will be operating at their new facility located at 100 W Public Works Drive (11/04/2008)
  • Increased Recycling Opportunities - Mason County Utilities and Waste Management has partnered with Mason County Garbage and Recycling to expand our recycling opportunities in the community (10/14/2008)
  • 2009 County Budget Announcement - With the on-going work to balance the 2009 County budget amid the current economic downturn, the Mason County Board of Commissioners are requesting each county department to closely assess their respective budget requests in order to eliminate any unnecessary costs. (10/7/2008)
  • Lynch Road Connector Project - Mason County will be having a public meeting at the Little Creek Casino Resort to discuss the Lynch Road Connector Project (County Road Project 1861, Simmons Road) (10/7/2008)
  • Fall Cleanup 2008 - Fall is here and so are the opportunities for Mason County residents to dispose of their yard debris and recyclable metal at no charge for the entire month of October. Yard debris, such as leaves, branches and brush can be brought, as well as scrap metal, including appliances, BBQ grills, and other miscellaneous items. (9/23/2008)
  • Belfair Future Roads Map Advisory Committee - The Mason County Commissioners are seeking applicants to fill positions on the Belfair Future Roads Map Advisory Group. (9/16/2008)
  • Mason County Water Conservancy Board - Mason County is seeking individuals who are interested in serving on the Mason County Water Conservancy Board to fill a vacant position that will expire April 2010. (09/09/2008)
  • Lodging Tax Grant Application Deadline - Each year Mason County provides grant funding from the Lodging Tax Fund to support the advertising and promotion efforts that promote tourism in Mason County. Any group or organization may apply for funding consideration. (09/09/2008)
  • Park Host Program - Mason County Parks and Trails Department are pleased to announce the intention to begin offering a Park Host Program at two County Park sites in 2009. The two park sites are Truman Glick Park near Matlock and Foothills Park located near Hoodsport. Each site is equipped with water, power, and septic for a recreational vehicle. (08/19/2008)
  • Historic Preservation Commission - The Mason County Commissioners are seeking applicants to fill a position on the Mason County Historic Preservation Commission. (08/05/2008)
  • Burn Ban - Effective 8:00 a.m. Thursday July 17, a burn ban will be in effect throughout Mason County. (07/15/2008)
  • Road Restriping - The County Public Works Department would like to notify motorists that restriping on many major County arterial roads in Shelton will be in progress during the months of July and August (weather permitting).(7/08/2008)
  • McLane Cove Bridge Opening Ceremony - The Board of Mason County Commissioners is pleased to announce there will be a Bridge Opening Ceremony on Monday, July 21, 2008 at 3:00pm for the new McLane Cove Bridge. (7/08/2008)
  • Salary of Prosecuting Attorney - SB 6297 did not set the salary level for the Prosecuting Attorney at the same salary level of a Superior Court Judge. The bill directed the State to pay half of a Superior Court Judge’s salary towards the County Prosecutor’s position (6/03/2008)
  • Draft Hoodsport Rural Activity Center Stormwater Plan - Mason County will be having a public workshop at the Hoodsport Timberland Library to present the draft Hoodsport Rural Activity Center Stormwater Plan. We would like to provide the public an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback. (6/03/2008)
  • Housing Authority of Mason County Board of Commissioners Opening - Mason County is seeking applicants to fill a vacant position on the Housing Authority of Mason County Board of Commissioners. (6/03/2008)
  • Planning Advisory Commission Vacancy - Mason County is seeking two applicants for the Mason County Planning Advisory Commission to fill positions that will expire July 31, 2008. (6/03/2008)
  • Mason County Parks and Trails Advisory Board Opening - Mason County Parks and Trails Department is currently recruiting for one opening to serve on the newly established Parks and Trails Department Advisory Board. (5/20/2008)
  • Paper recycling for Union and Hoodsport - Residents of the Union and Hoodsport areas can now take advantage of mixedpaper recycling at our drop boxes. In addition to cardboard, plastic bottles, tinand aluminum cans, glass jars and bottles and newspaper, we are now able torecycle mixed paper (5/13/2008)
  • Latimers Landing County Park Dedication - The Mason County Board of Commissioners would like to extend an invitation to thepublic to help Mason County celebrate the re-opening of Latimers Landing County Park,located at 3291 Pickering Road (5/13/2008)
  • Youth Art Contest - This year the 2008 Fair is also hosting a youth art contest open to all Mason County residents 18 andunder. Judging will be based upon relevance to fair theme, use of color, and especially originality.(5/13/2008)
  • Renaissance Faire - There have been a lot of questions regarding the status of the proposedRenaissance Faire scheduled to be held in Belfair August 2008. (5/13/2008)
  • Trent Tomlinson - SHELTON, WA – 2008 marks the 100th anniversary of the Mason County Fair. This year there are a lot of exciting additions to celebrate the centennial. Along with another year of heart stopping rodeo action; the fair will feature carnival rides; a concert with leading country star, Trent Tomlinson and free gate admission! (05/06/2008)
  • Public Health Septic System Mailer - Mason County Public Health will mail a brochure on May 15, 2008 to everyone in Mason County who owns a septic system. (05/06/2008)
  • Mason County Board of Equalization Member - The Board of Mason County Commissioners is seeking applications from community members who are interested in serving on the Mason County Board of Equalization and reside in Commissioner District No. 2 or 3. (05/06/2008)
  • Solid Waste Disposal Vouchers - This past December Mason County suffered through a severe natural disaster. The torrential rains, mudslides and flooding affected many county residents. In an effort to assist those affected, Mason County offered free dumping of the debris and demolition caused by the storm. (04/15/2008)
  • Public Health Week – April 6, 2008 – April 12, 2008 - Last week, April 6, 2008 – April 12, 2008 was national Public Health Week. A week to think about all that public health does in a community all year long. (04/15/2008)
  • Expansion of Case Management Rental Assistance Pilot Project - As part of the Mason County Homeless Prevention Plan, Mason County received a 36-month grant in the amount of $491,400 from Community Trade and Economic Development to expand its successful Rental Assistance Pilot Project. (04/15/2008)
  • Mason County proclaims April 22, 2008 as Earth Day - On April 8, 2008 the Mason County Board of County Commissioners signed a Proclamation recognizing April 22, 2008 as Earth Day in Mason County. Earth Day is a special day to reflect on the decisions we make and how they affect the natural world around us. (04/15/2008)
  • Mason County is seeking an applicant to serve on the Timberland Regional Library (TRL) Board of Trustees to complete a term expiring December 31, 2010. (4/8/2008)
  • Mason County Facilities - As many of you may know, Mason County has recently purchased property at 3rd & Pine Street (formerly the St. Edwards Catholic Church, Parish Hall & Rectory). The St. Edward’s congregation is continuing to use the actual church building until March 2010... (4/8/2008)
  • Civil Service Commission Vacancy - The Board of Mason County Commissioners is seeking an individual to fill a vacantposition on the Mason County Civil Service Commission. (4/1/2008)
  • Latimers Landing Boat Launch Project Update - The Mason County Board of Commissioners would like to announce that the renovated Latimers Landing Boat Launch is now open for public use. (4/1/2008)
  • Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Position - Mason County is seeking an individual to serve on the Mason County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee to fill a vacant position for an at-large position. (3/25/2008)
  • Spring Cleanup - Spring is here and so are the opportunities for Mason County residents to dispose of their yard debris and recyclable metals at no charge. (3/18/2008)
  • Notice of Public Workshop for Oakland Bay Historical County Park - Mason County Parks and Trails Department and the Capitol Land Trust would like toinform the public that the Mason County Parks and Trails Department and the CapitolLand Trust will be conducting a public workshop...(3/11/2008)
  • County Recycling gets a boost - Mason County now offers residents the opportunity to recycle at 11 locations around the County. As of February, the Port of Allyn has agreed to host the blueboxes for 2008, and, Potlatch State Park will also host blueboxes for recycling. Both sites will be available to the public seven days a week during daylight hours. (2/19/2008)
  • Mason County Noxious Weed Control Board Vacancies - The Mason County Noxious Weed Control Board needs representation from the southern area (Weed Control District 1) and northern area (Weed Control Districts 4 and 5) of Mason County. (2/19/2008)
  • Mason County Human Resources Director - The Mason County Commissioners are pleased to announce the appointment of T.J. Martin as the Human Resources Director effective February 1, 2008.(2/12/2008)
  • Mason County Board of Equalization Member - The Board of Mason County Commissioners is seeking applications from community members who are interested in serving on the Mason County Board of Equalization. (2/12/2008)
  • INFLUENZA IS HERE! Get Your Flu Shot! - Influenza has arrived in the area, with some area schools reporting high absenteeism rates and hospitals reporting an increased number of patients presenting with flu-like illness. (2/12/2008)
  • Housing Authority of Mason County Board of Commissioners Opening - Mason County is seeking applicants to fill a position that will be vacant after March 31, 2008 on the Housing Authority of Mason County Board of Commissioners. (2/5/2008)
  • County Waste and Recycling Facilities to change hours - Mason County Utilities and Waste Management will be adjusting the hours of operation of their facilities to better serve citizens. As part of an ongoing effort to improve available services, the drop box sites for garbage and recycling in Union and Hoodsport will be open from 9-4 on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays, every week. (2/5/2008)
  • Planning Advisory Commission Vacancy - Mason County is seeking one applicant for the Mason County Planning Advisory Commission to fill a vacant position that will expire July 31, 2009. (2/5/2008)
  • Elimination of Smoke Management Zones - At their meeting of January 22, 2008, the Mason County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to eliminate all Smoke Management Zones within Mason County. (1/23/2008)
  • Mason County Regional Trails Plan, For the Development of Countywide Trails, Bikeways and Water Trails.Mason County Parks and Trails Department would like to inform the public that the Mason County Regional Trails Plan, for the development of Countywide Trails, Bikeways and Water Trails is nearing completion. (1/22/2008)
  • Notice of Public Workshop for Foothills County Park - Mason County Parks and Trails Department and the Port of Hoodsport would like to inform the public that the Mason County Parks and Trails Department and the Port of Hoodsport will be conducting a public workshop on ... (1/22/2008)
  • Joint Belfair Wastewater Facilities/WSDOT Open House Part of Upcoming Commissioners’ Meeting in Belfair - Mason County Commissioners will host two Belfair improvement projects at their upcoming “5th Tuesday” Commissioners’ Meeting in Belfair on Tuesday, January 29. (1/15/2008)
  • Mason County Offers Reduction in Permit Fees in Response to Storm - In response to the recent storm events of December 3, 2007, the Mason County Department ofCommunity Development is requesting owners or residents of property within Mason Countywho have suffered storm damage, to contact the County. (1/10/2008)
  • Mason County Legislative Agenda 2008 Session