Town of Friday Harbor, WA

06/10/2026

📣 Job Opportunity in our Finance Department! 📣

We are hiring an experienced, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our finance team! You will manage the full-cycle AP process—from processing invoices and verifying data accuracy to ensuring timely vendor payments and smooth financial operations. Your knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and finance department functions, ability to maintain accuracy while multi-tasking, and experience providing quality customer service will make you an ideal candidate. Our AP Clerk provides backup support to the receivables clerk and enjoys the opportunity to work directly with customers, vendors, contractors, and coworkers in all departments.

Pay Range: $27.02 - $37.54/hour | $56,201 - $78,083/year DOE

This is a full-time (40 hour), on-site position with comprehensive benefits including retirement benefits, paid vacation and holidays, 100% of employee healthcare insurance coverage, and more.

For more information on benefits and how to apply go to our website: https://www.fridayharbor.org/2207/Employment

05/28/2026

🌺 Do you have a green thumb and enjoy gardening? If so, we have the job for you! 🌺

Join the Streets and Parks team this summer as a seasonal laborer, also known as the maestro of blooms! Your mission? Keep those municipal hanging flower baskets hydrated and help beautify the Town! This part-time gig means saying "good morning" to early hours for happy plants. Want to share this opportunity with a buddy? You can! This position is for up to 21 hours a week and can be shared. Weekend warriors and weekday wonders are welcome to apply!

Pay Range: $25.75-$27.69 per hour DOE

Check out the Job Description: https://www.fridayharbor.org/DocumentCenter/View/10742

To learn how to apply, visit our Employment Page: https://www.fridayharbor.org/2207/Employment

05/27/2026

🤲The Town along with other America 250 partners throughout the State of Washington are encouraging everyone to give back to their communities through volunteering. 🤲

While June 14 (Flag Day 🇺🇸 ) has been identified as the commemorative Day of Service, anyone can participate at any time! The Town of Friday Harbor, along with the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) plan to participate in community service activities the morning of July 2nd.

Please let the Town know if you plan to participate so we can recognize your service group, non-profit, or business for any community efforts between now and the 4th of July to help beautify the Town and San Juan Island. To contact the Town or to get more information about how to participate, email [email protected], or call 360-622-2032.

Day of Service June 14, 2026 Organize service projects or volunteer for a local cause in your community. June 14 (Flag Day) has been designated as a statewide Day of […]

05/06/2026

📣 Hot off the press: Inside Town Hall - the next Mayor’s Message! 📣

Hello Friday Harbor,

Spring has arrived on San Juan Island, bringing with it a renewed sense of energy and momentum across our community. It’s a season of progress, connection, and preparation for what lies ahead and I want to take a moment to share some of the important work underway.

Investing in What Matters Most
Some of the most important work happening in our town isn’t always visible but it is essential.

We are continuing to make strategic investments in our wastewater and water treatment systems to ensure they remain reliable, resilient, and capable of serving our community well into the future. At the Wastewater Treatment Plant, ongoing improvements are strengthening our ability to protect the marine environment that defines both our economy and our way of life. These upgrades are about more than compliance; they are about stewardship.

Similarly, progress at the Water Treatment Plant is helping ensure that every resident and visitor has access to clean, dependable drinking water. These efforts reflect a clear commitment: to safeguard public health, protect our natural resources, and make responsible, forward-thinking investments. This work may not always be visible, but it is foundational to everything we value about Friday Harbor. I’m grateful to our Public Works team for the professionalism and care they bring to this responsibility every day. I have had the opportunity to tour the facilities and meet the teams that hold all of this together and simply put, they are fantastic and truly care about this town.

Looking Ahead: America’s 250th Anniversary
This summer also brings a truly historic milestone. On July 4, 2026, the United States will mark its 250th anniversary—a moment that invites both celebration and reflection.
Here in Friday Harbor, we have a unique connection to the broader American story. Ours is a community shaped by diverse histories, shared values, and a strong tradition of civic participation. This anniversary is an opportunity not just to look back, but to consider the future we are building together. Plans are underway to recognize this occasion locally in a way that reflects our community’s character, history, and spirit. We look forward to sharing more details soon and hope you’ll take part in what promises to be a meaningful celebration.

A Personal Note
It is an honor to serve this community. I remain committed to keeping our local government transparent, accessible, and focused on the needs of the people it serves.
If you have questions, ideas, or concerns, I encourage you to reach out or attend a Town Council meeting. Your voice matters, and it helps shape the future of Friday Harbor.

I’ll see you around town.
— Evan

05/02/2026

🚧 Parking stall & center line striping May 3-5 🚧

Repainting of parking stall stripes and some center lines will take place throughout town Sunday-Tuesday, May 3 - 5, 2026. Motorists are asked to watch for signage and refrain from parking overnight in areas scheduled for painting.

Crews will begin at 5 p.m. Sunday, May 3 on Park Street and Blair Avenue by the high school. Painting in the town core will begin at 10 p.m. Monday, May 4 with an estimated completion time of 6 a.m. Tuesday, May 5. Center line striping on Lampard Road and Malcom Street will begin at 10 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 with completion before the following morning.

Drivers and pedestrians are asked to proceed with caution in areas where crews are working in the roadway. Vehicle owners who drive over wet paint are advised to immediately wash paint splatters with soap and water or pressure rinse at the car wash before the paint sets and avoid scouring or using solvents that could damage the vehicle’s finish. Additional tips are available online for how to safely remove road paint from vehicle.

Questions regarding this project may be directed to Public Works at (360)378-2154 or [email protected].

04/27/2026

Don't forget the Town's Poetry Contest is now accepting entries!

County residents of all ages are encouraged to enter the 2026 Poetry Gardens contest being held now through July 31, 2026, sponsored by the Town of Friday Harbor and Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC). Winning entries will be announced in October. Engravings of the 30 winning poems will replace the winners of the previous contest on display since spring 2023 in poetry gardens throughout the town. A book of winning poems will be published for limited distribution.

Entrants are required to reside within the county. Winners in adult and student divisions will be determined by a blind judging process. Contest rules may be found on the Town website at www.fridayharbor.org or by contacting the Friday Harbor Arts Commission at [email protected].

Entries should be mailed to Poetry Garden Contest c/o Town of Friday Harbor, PO Box 219, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 or delivered to Town Hall at 60 Second Street. There is no entry fee.

The Town of Friday Harbor and FHAC are partnering with a committee of local citizens for the third time to bring this contest and poetry installation to the community. The Town and our arts commissioners appreciate the support of poetry garden site owners San Juan Community Theatre, Mullis Community Senior Center, the Port of Friday Harbor, and San Juan County.

04/04/2026

🚧 Town Parking Lot Closure Tues & Wed, April 7- 8 🚧

Residents are advised of a temporary closure of the Town parking lot located at 330 Spring Street across from Wells Fargo Bank, from Tuesday, April 7th, through mid-day on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026.

The Streets and Parks Department will scrape vegetation and install new gravel. This is the first phase of planned improvements.

While the Town does not own this property so cannot invest in major upgrades, we will be making several improvements for the benefit of our community.

Thanks in advance for your patience.

03/27/2026

O Captain! My Captain!....

No, we're not talking about Washington State Ferries; it's another Poetry Gardens Contest!

County residents of all ages are encouraged to enter the 2026 Poetry Gardens contest being held now through July 31, 2026, sponsored by the Town of Friday Harbor and Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC). Winning entries will be announced in October. Engravings of the 30 winning poems will replace the winners of the previous contest on display since spring 2023 in poetry gardens throughout the town. A book of winning poems will be published for limited distribution.

Entrants are required to reside within the county. Winners in adult and student divisions will be determined by a blind judging process. Contest rules may be found on the Town website at www.fridayharbor.org or by contacting the Friday Harbor Arts Commission at [email protected].

Entries should be mailed to Poetry Garden Contest c/o Town of Friday Harbor, PO Box 219, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 or delivered to Town Hall at 60 Second Street. There is no entry fee.

The Town of Friday Harbor and FHAC are partnering with a committee of local citizens for the third time to bring this contest and poetry installation to the community. The Town and our arts commissioners appreciate the support of poetry garden site owners San Juan Community Theatre, Mullis Community Senior Center, the Port of Friday Harbor, and San Juan County.

02/27/2026

🧹Got junk? Kick it to the curb! 🧹

Annual FREE PICKUP of your OVERSIZED JUNK MARCH 9 – 13, 2026

The Town of Friday Harbor kicks off spring cleaning by picking up items too big to fit in your curbside bin. This once-per-year service is available FREE to our in-town residential customers* the week of Monday, March 9 - Friday, March 13, 2026. *Single family and 1-4 unit multi-family residences only.

For more information on what is acceptable, what is not, and any other rules, go to our website:
https://www.fridayharbor.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/311

02/24/2026

💧 Town to flush downtown water lines Feb. 26-27 💧

The Town of Friday Harbor will flush water lines in the downtown core overnight Thursday, February 26 through Friday, February 27. Per state Department of Health regulations, lines must be flushed semi-annually to remove accumulated minerals and sediment in the water distribution lines. Crews will perform the work at night when water usage is low and streets are clear as large amounts of water will flow through gutters and across some streets.

Those using water at this time may notice brief water discoloration, cloudiness, or slight pressure fluctuations. While there is no known health concern associated with this process, those in the downtown core should avoid running taps, washing machines, and dishwashers during flushing. Check for discolored water before using these appliances and run cold water until water is clear. Rewash any laundry washed in discolored water; do not dry items until clean. If pressure remains low, check faucet screens for trapped particles.

Thank you for your cooperation. Questions about water line flushing should be directed to the Water Department at (360) 821-4736 or Public Works Director Mike Liptack at [email protected]