Announcements
WUCIOA Changes (effective 1/1/26)
March 5, 2026
In recent months, the Governing Documents Committee has been reviewing the WUCIOA (RCW 64.90) requirements that went into effect in January 2026. This legislation has been put into place to modernize governance, provide more transparency, and improve homeowner rights.
The intention is to incorporate these changes into the Orcas Highlands Governing Documents when the association complies with the WUCIOA requirements that go into effect on 1/1/28. In the interim, the association will adhere to these statutes. Please refer to <a href="https://www.wucioa.info/SB5129" target="top">WUCIOA changes (effective 1/1/26)</a> for a more in-depth description of the 2026 requirements. The most significant change for our association involves HOA meetings.
Currently, the board has decided to use an HOA attorney to help implement the changes mandated by WUCIOA. In the meantime, the committee is working on the next steps to ensure that our efforts move forward. Our goals are to serve the board by reviewing the changes that need to be incorporated into the Governing Documents and providing details and feedback. The committee will also be discussing ways to engage the community and to solicit feedback from everyone. We believe that it is vital for owners to have a good understanding of the changes WUCIOA mandates for HOAs and how it will affect our community.
The Board and the Governing Documents Committee thank you for providing the necessary contact information and consent forms for electronic communication. This helps the association save money and is more efficient for the board when communicating with owners.
The intention is to incorporate these changes into the Orcas Highlands Governing Documents when the association complies with the WUCIOA requirements that go into effect on 1/1/28. In the interim, the association will adhere to these statutes. Please refer to <a href="https://www.wucioa.info/SB5129" target="top">WUCIOA changes (effective 1/1/26)</a> for a more in-depth description of the 2026 requirements. The most significant change for our association involves HOA meetings.
Currently, the board has decided to use an HOA attorney to help implement the changes mandated by WUCIOA. In the meantime, the committee is working on the next steps to ensure that our efforts move forward. Our goals are to serve the board by reviewing the changes that need to be incorporated into the Governing Documents and providing details and feedback. The committee will also be discussing ways to engage the community and to solicit feedback from everyone. We believe that it is vital for owners to have a good understanding of the changes WUCIOA mandates for HOAs and how it will affect our community.
The Board and the Governing Documents Committee thank you for providing the necessary contact information and consent forms for electronic communication. This helps the association save money and is more efficient for the board when communicating with owners.
Missing Cat
March 5, 2026
The Linnes's cat is still missing, and now they have added a $250 reward. No doubt you have seen the sign posted at the bottom of the hill, and if you go to the Eastsound Post Office, you will see another poster.
Here is the language from the poster:
Orange tabby cat with a brown bow tie, missing from home. He is very missed and loved very much. Please contact Krista at 425-785-9065.
Here is the language from the poster:
Orange tabby cat with a brown bow tie, missing from home. He is very missed and loved very much. Please contact Krista at 425-785-9065.