The grant program provides funding for cities to offset infrastructure costs for developers of affordable housing.
The $58 million bridge, largely paid for by state and federal grants, will be the sixth in the city to cross I-5.
Chelsea Wright is the chair of the city’s diversity, equity and inclusion commission. She will be sworn in at the council’s next meeting.
Throughout the month of February, businesses around Lynnwood will collect shelf-stable food donations.
The Board of Commissioners has named Assistant Chief Shaughn Maxwell to replace Chief Bob Eastman in February.
Makena Simonsen, 21, graduated without meeting state standards, the suit alleges. With a diploma, she can’t receive free special education support.
The 0.1% tax is set to go into effect in April. The revenue will go toward restoring police services amid the city’s budget shortfall.
Northshore School District voters see three ballot measures in the Feb. 10 election. Edmonds voters will decide on one measure and Everett will see two.
The center will serve as a social services hub for south Snohomish County, housing several nonprofits and community gathering space.
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George Hurst will be tasked with leading the city out of its financial crisis. He also says he’ll prioritize safety and affordability.
Those with Styrofoam or e-waste to dispose of can bring it to the city’s operations and maintenance center from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday.
The center, along with local health departments, will provide health insurance enrollment assistance, free vaccines and other health services.
Travel writer Rick Steves announced Wednesday he is buying the Lynnwood property and allowing the Jean Kim Foundation to continue using it rent-free.
Residents who need to visit City Hall should contact city staff ahead of time to schedule an appointment.
The district hasn’t agreed to the union’s top demands, including more office secretary time and a wage increase consistent with inflation.
Council member George Hurst will begin his mayoral term Jan. 1, leaving Position 6 vacant. Applications are due Jan. 2.
A 14.7% permit services fee increase will go into effect Jan. 1, and a 33% rise in business license fees will begin March 1.
