During the San Juan County Council meeting on October 1, 2024, a significant discussion centered around the proposed sale of the Orcus Senior Center, located at 62 Henry Road in East Sound. Greg Sawyer, the director of facilities, introduced a resolution that would allow a senior nonprofit organization, which has partnered with the county for over two decades, to purchase the county's 49% share of the facility.

The nonprofit organization, having retained the right to buy the county's share since the center's inception, is now in a position to exercise this option. Sawyer emphasized that this move is not a decision by the county to abandon the senior center, but rather a supportive step towards the nonprofit's growth and sustainability.

The council opened the floor for public comments, but no testimony was provided either in person or online. Following the lack of public input, the council members expressed their support for the resolution, confirming their commitment to the senior center's future.

The meeting underscored the collaborative relationship between the county and local organizations, highlighting the importance of community resources and the ongoing support for senior services in the area.