Whatcom County facilities and offices will be mostly closed Thursday and Friday November 26 and 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday outside of continued COVID response essential service. We hope that all citizens are able to enjoy the holiday and stay safe.

Community low barrier testing for COVID-19, which has been provided by the Whatcom County Health Department (WCHD) and Whatcom Unified Command (WUC) at several locations throughout Whatcom County, will soon take place at one location. Learn more

The low-barrier mobile COVID-19 testing that we have been offering to our community members has reached maximum capacity. We are still offering COVID-19 tests to everyone, but we are asking community members to use the service only when necessary. Learn more

The LEAD program aims to increase community safety, address racial disparities in the criminal justice system, and improve the health and well-being of people with behavioral health issues. Read on...

The Whatcom County Assessor’s Office has launched an online Tax Parcel Viewer based on ArcGIS software. Read on...

Camping and cabin reservations for Silver Lake Park in 2021 will open to the public on December 1st 2020 at 9am. Reservations for Group Camp at Silver Lake, all Lighthouse Marine Park and all facility and shelter reservations will remain closed. Read on...

The Whatcom County Health Department is working with local partners to implement two new housing assistance programs that will provide over $3,300,000 for Whatcom County households. Read on...

Face covering requirements have been updated in Washington State. Here’s what you need to know. Read on...