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<h2>Let's bring the community together!</h2><span class="image image-framed image-left image-tilt-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/ac6b480b-ec37-4eea-bf9b-da27a06eabde/36289ef3-1059-4593-9757-46e411fa163f/36289ef3-1059-4593-9757-46e411fa163f.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=-5&amp;con=6&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C4036%2C3088&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="Tim Jeffs Art" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"></span><span class="caption" style="">Tim Jeffs Art</span></span><p>A lifetime of volunteering at schools and non-profit leadership has brought me to this point. In addition to my volunteer work, I serve as a Well Association president and have a background in architecture and construction, as well as a career managing multi-million-dollar retail budgets. This experience has prepared me to oversee county finances, infrastructure investments, and long-range planning.</p><p>Each role has led me to this unique opportunity, and I could not be more excited. In school I studied humanities and political science, not realizing someday I would be at this point, but over the past 10 years I have considered running for school board and commissioner. Island County deserves steady, solutions-focused leadership. This is a pivotal moment for our communities, and I’m ready to step up and serve our citizens.</p><p>As a Camano Island resident for 30 years, we have built our lives into this community, raising our daughters and caring for family that also live on the island. This gives me deep understanding of what being a resident of Island County means. We live in a truly magical place.</p><span class="image image-framed image-right image-tilt-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/ac6b480b-ec37-4eea-bf9b-da27a06eabde/c6cba243-b5e1-47ab-a211-7d9ea9998f30/c6cba243-b5e1-47ab-a211-7d9ea9998f30.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C990%2C717&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="Freedom Park, Camano" align="right" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"></span><span class="caption" style="">Freedom Park, Camano</span></span><p>If I have the honor of serving the families and businesses of this community as Island County Commissioner, I will focus on your concerns and listen to all sides. Our county works best when leadership listens first. I want to hear from families, small business owners, farmers, first responders, and retirees about what’s working — and what isn’t. My goal is to be a commissioner who is accessible, responsive, and accountable.</p><p>I’ve always believed that if there’s a problem, you gather the right people, put your heads together, and solve it. I might not always have the solution, but someone in the room might. We live in different areas; Island County has very different communities with different needs. A broad paint brush does not always work for everyone.</p><p>Our Growth Management Plan is so important right now as our population grows. This 20-year growth management strategy is required by state law to guide land use, housing, transportation, and environmental protection. It focuses on preserving rural character while accommodating population growth through controlled development, protecting critical areas, and managing water resources.</p><p>We also have an ageing jail that does not meet today’s needs and is past its expected lifetime. Our ICOM 911 system is aged and needs an overhaul. For our communities to be safe we must support our first responders.</p><span class="image image-framed image-left image-tilt-left" style="width: 40%;"><span class="image-inner-wrapper"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/ac6b480b-ec37-4eea-bf9b-da27a06eabde/c48d5178-aace-4e9d-ae47-52e4b4d51924/c48d5178-aace-4e9d-ae47-52e4b4d51924.jpg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C960%2C540&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="Deception Pass, Whidbey" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"></span><span class="caption" style="">Deception Pass, Whidbey</span></span><p>Protecting our drinking water is a very real conversation. With more growth comes more septic systems. Saltwater intrusion is also a challenge as aquifers get low. We have nearly 10,000 drinking water wells in Island County. Each well association or water provider has different challenges many have aging equipment and different management plans. The county must help them be secure and provide safe water.</p><p>As the proud son of a Marine, supporting veterans and military families is personal to me. Supporting those that serve or have served, including their families, is of the utmost importance. Providing health and mental health care support for those who have served is the least we can do.</p><p>We live in one of the best areas in the country! Being an Island County resident is something special that we should appreciate and unite in. Especially in these divisive times, it's easy to forget what unites us. But I've seen firsthand how our shared values of community, mutual respect, and common purpose can transcend political divisions. These values aren't Republican or Democrat — this is island life!</p><p>I would be honored to earn your vote and continue serving our community as Island County Commissioner. Islanders helping Islanders.</p>

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<p>Grant Shaw is well suited to be Island County Commissioner for many reasons. I met Grant 10 years ago as a parent volunteer at Utsalady Elementary, where he revitalized the Booster Club. I currently work with him on the Freedom Park Board of Directors, where he has brought the park from foreclosure to fantastic!</p><p>Because he has done so much for this community, people are always ready to rally behind him when he needs support.</p><p>He has always been an outspoken proponent of Stanwood-Camano Pride and has helped to ensure all of our neighbors are welcome and feel safe.</p><p>He is a man who is not afraid to fight the good fight, tackle hard work, and get the job done. This makes him especially qualified for Island County Commissioner.</p><p>&nbsp;— <em>Michelle Huntley</em></p><p><a href="/167c4c48-7f77-4568-a203-181e6b66a4e0"><strong>Read more endorsements</strong></a></p>

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<p><strong>Camano Island resident Grant Shaw announces run for Island County Commissioner</strong></p><p><strong>Grant Shaw, a 30 year Camano Island resident known locally as a tireless community volunteer and pragmatic problem-solver, announced this week that he is running for Island County Commissioner as a Democrat, seeking to succeed Commissioner Janet St. Clair, who has said she will not seek another term.</strong></p><p><strong>Grant is endorsed by Commissioner Janet St. Clair, former Washington State Senator Mary Margaret Haugen and the IAFF Local 3438 Firefighters Union and many local leaders.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Shaw said his decision to enter the race months ahead of the May filing week reflects both the urgency of the issues facing Island County and his commitment to giving voters — and potential supporters — clarity early in the election cycle. “Starting my campaign right now allows me to spend more time with the citizens of Island County on both islands and listen to their concerns so I can better serve them,” Shaw said, noting he has already begun meeting with residents across Whidbey Island to better understand the unique needs of its communities.</strong></p><p><strong>“Island County deserves steady, solutions-focused leadership,” Shaw said. “This is a pivotal moment for our communities, and I’m ready to step up and serve our citizens.”&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>A Democrat like St. Clair, Shaw said he intends to build on the county’s recent progress while bringing what he describes as a “hands-on, get-it-done” approach to complex challenges. Over the years, Shaw has earned a reputation as a collaborative leader who works across differences to find common ground and move projects forward. “In these divided times, it is more important than ever to bring people together.”</strong></p><p><strong>Shaw was previously honored with the Jeannie Ovenell Spirit Award by the Camano Island Chamber, recognizing individuals from Stanwood and Camano Island who demonstrate exceptional dedication and care for the community. He said the recognition reflects his belief that progress happens when neighbors work together.</strong></p><p><strong>His volunteer service includes work with the Freedom Park Association. Shaw first volunteered to help build the park’s playground in 2010 and joined the board in 2017, when the park faced possible foreclosure. He now serves as vice president. Working alongside fellow board members, volunteers, local businesses and donors, Shaw said the group was able to stabilize the park financially, make significant improvements, and preserve the private community park for years to come.</strong></p><p><strong>Shaw has also been active in local schools, serving as Utsalady Elementary Booster Club president and on the PTO board at Port Susan Middle School. He has actively supported Stanwood-Camano School District’s, including campaigning for levies and the bond for the new Stanwood High School and Church Creek Campus. As a father of two daughters, he said he understands the importance of a strong educational system and its broader impact on the community.</strong></p><p><strong>“I’ve always believed that if there’s a problem, you gather the right people, put your heads together, and solve it. I might not always have the solution but someone in the room might, ” Shaw said. “That’s how I’ve approached my volunteer work, and it’s how I would approach serving as county commissioner.”</strong></p><p><strong>Shaw said his campaign will focus on the county’s Growth Management Plan, protection of water resources, public safety, and support for emergency services, as well as understanding and supporting the needs of military families and the broader community connected to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. He said he believes that county leaders must examine issues from multiple perspectives, noting that decisions made today will shape the future of Camano Island and Island County for decades.</strong></p><p><strong>In addition to his volunteer work, Shaw has served as a Well Association president and has a background in Architecture and Construction, as well as a career managing multi-million-dollar retail budgets. He said that experience has prepared him to oversee county finances, infrastructure investments, and long-range planning.</strong></p><p><strong>Island County commissioners oversee county government operations, set policy and manage an annual budget that funds public safety, public works, public health and other essential services. The role also requires coordination with cities, state agencies, tribal governments and community partners.</strong></p><p><strong>Shaw said he plans to run a grassroots campaign focused on listening to residents throughout the county.</strong></p><p><strong>“Our county works best when leadership listens first,” he said. “I want to hear from families, small business owners, farmers, first responders, and retirees about what’s working — and what isn’t. My goal is to be a commissioner who is accessible, responsive, and accountable.”</strong></p><p><strong>The primary election is scheduled for August, with the general election in November. Candidate filing week in Washington state begins in May.</strong></p><p><strong>Residents interested in learning more can contact the campaign at </strong><a href="mailto:ElectGrantShaw@gmail.com"><strong>ElectGrantShaw@gmail.com</strong></a><strong>. Campaign website: </strong><a href="http://ElectGrantShaw.com"><strong>ElectGrantShaw.com</strong></a><strong><br></strong></p>

<p><strong>Camano Island resident Grant Shaw announces run for Island County Commissioner</strong></p><p>Grant Shaw, a 30 year Camano Island resident known locally as a tireless community volunteer and pragmatic problem-solver, announced this week that he is running for Island County Commissioner as a Democrat, seeking to succeed Commissioner Janet St. Clair, who has said she will not seek another term.</p><p>Shaw said his decision to enter the race months ahead of the May filing week reflects both the urgency of the issues facing Island County and his commitment to giving voters — and potential supporters — clarity early in the election cycle. “Starting my campaign right now allows me to spend more time with the citizens of Island County on both islands and listen to their concerns so I can better serve them.”&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>“Island County deserves steady, solutions-focused leadership,” Shaw said. “This is a pivotal moment for our communities, and I’m ready to step up and serve our citizens.”&nbsp;</p><p>A Democrat like St. Clair, Shaw said he intends to build on the county’s recent progress while bringing what he describes as a “hands-on, get-it-done” approach to complex challenges. Over the years, Shaw has earned a reputation as a collaborative leader who works across differences to find common ground and move projects forward.</p><p>Shaw was previously honored with the Jeannie Ovenell Spirit Award by the Camano Island Chamber, recognizing individuals from Stanwood and Camano Island who demonstrate exceptional dedication and care for the community. He said the recognition reflects his belief that progress happens when neighbors work together.</p><p>His volunteer service includes work with the Freedom Park Association. Shaw first volunteered to help build the park’s playground in 2010 and joined the board in 2017, when the park faced possible foreclosure. He now serves as vice president. Working alongside fellow board members, volunteers, local businesses and donors, Shaw said the group was able to stabilize the park financially, make significant improvements, and preserve the private community park for years to come.</p><p>Shaw has also been active in local schools, serving as Utsalady Elementary Booster Club president and on the PTO board at Port Susan Middle School. He has actively supported Stanwood-Camano School District’s, including campaigning for levies and the bond for the new Stanwood High School and Church Creek Campus. As a father of two daughters, he said he understands the importance of a strong educational system and its broader impact on the community.</p><p>“I’ve always believed that if there’s a problem, you gather the right people, put your heads together, and solve it. I might not always have the solution but someone in the room might, ” Shaw said. “That’s how I’ve approached my volunteer work, and it’s how I would approach serving as county commissioner.”</p><p>Shaw said his campaign will focus on the county’s Growth Management Plan, protection of water resources, public safety, and support for emergency services. He said he believes that county leaders must examine issues from multiple perspectives, noting that decisions made today will shape the future of Camano Island and Island County for decades.</p><p>In addition to his volunteer work, Shaw has served as a Well Association president and has a background in Architecture and Construction, as well as a career managing multi-million-dollar retail budgets. He said that experience has prepared him to oversee county finances, infrastructure investments, and long-range planning.</p><p>Island County commissioners oversee county government operations, set policy and manage an annual budget that funds public safety, public works, public health and other essential services. The role also requires coordination with cities, state agencies, tribal governments and community partners.</p><p>Shaw said he plans to run a grassroots campaign focused on listening to residents throughout the county.</p><p>“Our county works best when leadership listens first,” he said. “I want to hear from families, small business owners, farmers, first responders, and retirees about what’s working — and what isn’t. My goal is to be a commissioner who is accessible, responsive, and accountable.”</p><p>The primary election is scheduled for August, with the general election in November. Candidate filing week in Washington state begins in May.</p><p>Residents interested in learning more can contact the campaign at <a href="mailto:ElectGrantShaw@gmail.com">ElectGrantShaw@gmail.com</a>. Campaign website and social media information will be announced at a later date.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Many issues in a community like ours are unexpected, hyper-local, and operational. Residents deserve commissioners who can gather the right information, assess challenges quickly, and work with partners to resolve problems efficiently. I bring a long history of doing exactly that — listening, evaluating the facts, and taking practical action to get the job done.</p>

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<p><strong>People ask me all the time why there’s a crab on the campaign signs.<br></strong></p><p><strong>The simple answer is because I love crabbing. If you live in Island County, you know there’s just something special about being out on the water early in the morning, checking pots with family and friends, and enjoying everything this place has to offer.<br></strong></p><p><strong>But honestly, the crab also fits my personality pretty well.<br></strong></p><p><strong>Crabs are resilient. They adapt when conditions change. They’re protective of what matters and aren’t afraid to hold their ground when they need to. I think those are good qualities in both people and public service.<br></strong></p><p><strong>At the same time, I wanted the campaign to have some personality and be fun. Politics doesn’t always have to feel stiff and overly serious. The crab became a way to show a little creativity, celebrate Island County life, and hopefully make people smile when they see it.<br></strong></p><p><strong>One of my favorite parts of the project has been working with talented artists to bring the idea to life. Several versions of the crab were created by Tim Jeffs Art and Rob Kramer Art. Tim is known for his incredibly detailed wildlife artwork, and Rob’s work has become iconic around the Pacific Northwest. They each brought their own style and creativity to the campaign, and I’m grateful they helped turn a fun idea into something memorable.<br></strong></p><p><strong>And we're not done yet. Keep an eye out for a new campaign crab created by a Camano Island artist. Supporting artists and local creativity matters to me. Communities are stronger when we celebrate the people who make them unique.<br></strong></p><p><strong>At the end of the day, the crab is more than just a logo. It's a reflection of the community I love, the resilience I admire, and a reminder that it's okay to have a little fun along the way.<br></strong></p>

<p><em>We decided to go with a unique approach very early in the process.</em></p><p><em>Instead of the typical candidate sign, I wanted something unique to represent me and some of the attributes I represent as a candidate for commissioner. The outdoors, especially crabbing, is a big part of our unique county. The idea of a crab logo quickly became a goal, representing Versatility navigating goals, Resourcefulness and Determination.</em></p><p></p><p><em>Fun and whimsical is also a goal of our unique crab logo, created by friend and artist Rob Kramer. I hope you enjoy the logo and the reading below. - Grant</em></p><p></p><p><strong>Core Symbolic Meanings</strong></p><p><strong>Protection &amp; Boundaries:</strong>&nbsp;The crab's exoskeleton serves as a natural armor, symbolizing the importance of setting healthy emotional boundaries to protect one's sensitive "inner core".</p><p><strong>Adaptability:</strong>&nbsp;As creatures that thrive in both land and water, crabs <u>represent versatility and the ability to navigate shifting environments with resourcefulness.</u></p><p><strong>Non-Linear Progress:</strong>&nbsp;Their unique sideways gait encourages <u>approaching goals from different angles.</u> It suggests that the most effective path is not always a direct one.</p><p><strong>Growth &amp; Renewal:</strong>&nbsp;Through the process of molting, crabs symbolize transformation and rebirth—shedding old, limiting "shells" to allow for a newer, stronger self.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Cultural &amp; Astrological Significance</strong></p><p><strong>Zodiac (Cancer):</strong>&nbsp;The crab is the symbol for the sign of&nbsp;<strong>Cancer</strong>, ruled by the Moon. It reflects qualities of nurturing, domesticity, and intense emotional depth.</p><p><strong>Chinese Culture:</strong>&nbsp;Crabs are often associated with&nbsp;<strong>success and high status</strong>, particularly in academic exams, because the Chinese word for a crab's shell (<em>jia</em>) also means "first" or "best". They can also represent harmony and good fortune.</p><p><strong>Native American Traditions:</strong>&nbsp;In some coastal tribes, the crab is viewed as a symbol of&nbsp;<strong>self-reliance</strong>&nbsp;and survival.</p><p><strong>Ancient Egypt:</strong>&nbsp;Crabs were occasionally linked to the goddess&nbsp;<strong>Isis</strong>, embodying her protective and nurturing nature.</p><p><strong>The "Crab" as a Spirit Animal</strong></p><p>When a crab appears as a spirit or power animal, it often brings these specific messages:</p><p><strong>Strategic Retreat:</strong>&nbsp;It may be a signal to step back into your "shell" for a period of introspection and self-care.</p><p><strong>Tenacity:</strong>&nbsp;It reminds you to <u>stay focused</u> and "pinch" onto your goals, <u>refusing to let go until they are achieved.</u></p><p><strong>Emotional Navigation:</strong>&nbsp;It encourages you <u>to trust your intuition</u> and flow with the natural "tides" of your life</p>

<h4>Why a crab logo? </h4>

<p>Island County is a beautiful place that attracts people from around the world. As our population grows, protecting our water resources must remain a priority. More homes and septic systems create real challenges, especially with many water associations operating aging infrastructure. Addressing this will require careful planning and coordination across the county.</p>

<h2>Protecting our drinking water.</h2>

Grant Shaw is seeking election as Island County District 3 Commissioner.  He is 30 year resident of island county who understand life on the islands. Strong Leadership, Lister, Problem solver and Teamwork! 