LWV Observer Corps notes: Town discusses pedestrian perils, and Mayor Evan Perrollaz steps in

Published 1:30 am Monday, January 12, 2026

Submitted by the League of Women Voters Observer Corps, a nonpartisan organization that encourages informed participation in government. The Observer Corps attends and takes notes at government meetings to promote public understanding of public policy and decisions. The notes do not necessarily reflect the views of the League or its members.

Friday Harbor Town Council, Jan. 2.

Mayor Evan Perrollaz expressed his delight in starting this new year in his role as mayor and thanked all who expressed confidence in him. The Public Works director gave an update on tripping hazards on town sidewalks and identified 64 different hazards. The Council approved a resolution authorizing a contract for the Sidewalk Grinding Improvement project. Recordings of Town Council meetings can be viewed at https://www.fridayharbor.org/2202/Agenda-Meetings-and-Video.