It looks like Lynnwood Transportation Benefit District’s Proposition 1 measure is going down to defeat. The latest numbers from Saturday show the No vote garnering 52.74 percent (3,860) over the Yes vote of 47.26 percent (3,459). The current margin of 401 votes has increased from 102 votes on election night. Proposition 1 would authorize a 2/10…
The Lynnwood Transportation Benefit District’s Proposition 1 measure continues to trail in the latest vote count Proposition 1 would authorize a 2/10 of percent increase in the sales tax to fund transportation improvements. As of 4 p.m., Wedesday, the ballot measure was being rejected by 51.74 percent (2,173) to 48.26 percent (2,027). The no vote increased…
The Lynnwood Transportation Benefit District’s Proposition 1 measure is trailing after the initial vote count in Tuesday’s General Election. Proposition 1 would authorize a 2/10 of percent increase in the sales tax to fund transportation improvements. As of 8 p.m., Tuesday, the ballot measure was being rejected by 51.42 percent (1,849) to 48.58 percent (1,747)….
Here’s a reminder that the Nov. 4, 2014 General Election is a countywide election for all eligible voters. Ballots were mailed Oct. 16. Voters’ pamphlets have also been mailed, one per household. Voters who have not received their ballot by Wednesday, Oct. 22 should contact the Snohomish County elections division at 425-388-3444. Return your ballot…
Candidates for the Washington State House of Representatives races in the 21st and 32nd legislative districts will appear at a question-and-answer forum 7 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 16. Also, candidates for U.S. House of Representatives races in the 2nd and 7th congressional districts will appear at a question-and-answer forum 7 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 23. Both events…
Candidates for the Washington State House of Representatives races in the 21st and 32nd legislative districts will appear at a question-and-answer forum 7 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 16. Also, candidates for U.S. House of Representatives races in the 2nd and 7th congressional districts will appear at a question-and-answer forum 7 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 23. Both events…
Candidates for state, national and county offices will share their perspectives at library forums in Lynnwood and Mukilteo, sponsored by the Snohomish County League of Women Voters. At the Lynnwood Library, the forum will held Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. The candidates scheduled to attend are: Rep. Jim McDermott and Craig Keller, his…
Candidates for state, national and county offices will share their perspectives at library forums in Lynnwood and Mukilteo, sponsored by the Snohomish County League of Women Voters. At the Lynnwood Library, the forum will held Oct. 8 from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. The candidates scheduled to attend are: Rep. Jim McDermott and Craig Keller, his…
As part of National Voter Registration Day, the League of Women Voters of Snohomish County will have voter registration tables at the Lynnwood and Edmonds Libraries on Tuesday, Sept. 23. You can register from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. in Lynnwood and from 2-4 p.m. in Edmonds. The General Election is Nov. 4. Your name must be…
The six candidates who will face off in November to represent Washington’s 21st legislative district came together in a public forum on Tuesday evening to answer questions and state their positions on a range of issues. Held at Edmonds United Methodist Church and sponsored by the Faith Action Network, topics ranged from balancing the budget…
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The Faith Action Network, a statewide interfaith public policy organization, is sponsoring a community-wide Candidate Forum for legislative candidates in the 21st Legislative District on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The Forum will be hosted by Edmonds United Methodist Church, 828 Caspers in Edmonds. All six candidates for the Legislature in the 21st District – the top two vote-getters in the August primary for the…
The Faith Action Network, a statewide interfaith public policy organization, is sponsoring a community-wide Candidate Forum for legislative candidates in the 21st Legislative District on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The Forum will be hosted by Edmonds United Methodist Church, 828 Caspers in Edmonds. All six candidates for the Legislature in the 21st District – the top two vote-getters in the August primary for the…
Democrat Scott Whelpley, who finished third in Tuesday’s primary behind Republican Allen McPheeters and Democrat Strom Peterson, issued a statement on Thursday supporting Peterson. “I am grateful to the voters of the 21st District who supported my campaign.” said Whelpley. “We ran a tough, positive campaign, and met lots of voters who want to see real solutions for…
Strom Peterson and Jeff Scherrer, both running to represent the 21st District but in different positions, appeared to be heading for a spot on the November general election ballot. District 21 covers portions of southwest Snohomish County and includes Mukilteo, portions of Edmonds and Everett and areas north of Lynnwood. In initial returns Tuesday night,…
A reminder to all registered voters that the deadline to vote in the primary election is today (Tuesday, Aug. 5.) The primary includes a range of important races, from Congress to Snohomish County Executive to the state Legislature. All ballots must be postmarked Aug. 5 or turned in to a ballot drop-off location no later than…
Surrounded by supporters at the Loft Cafe and Social Lounge, Jeffrey Goodwin Wednesday night kicked off his re-election campaign for Snohomish County District Court. “I am the person to do this because I have a passion for what I’m doing,” said Goodwin, a 10-year Snohomish County District Court veteran, who is being challenged by Brett…
The Lynnwood Transportation Benefit District Board is seeking people to serve as Pro (in support), or Con (against), Committee members for the Nov. 4 general election measure that is asking the voters if they should approve or reject a two-tenths of one percent (0.2) sales and use tax increase to fund various transportation improvements within Lynnwood. The…
State Representative for the 21st District candidate Strom Peterson received the endorsement of Edmonds Mayor Dave Earling, Lynnwood Nicola Smith, and Mukilteo Mayor Jen Gregerson. Peterson is a two-term Edmonds City Council Member and has worked with community organizations across the 21st District. The primary for Position 1 has a crowded field of five candidates,…
Five members of the Mukilteo City Council endorsed Scott Whelpley for the Washington State House in the 21st District on July 25. . Mukilteo City Council President Randy Lord and Councilmembers Christine Cook, Steve Schmalz, Emily Vanderwielen, and Ted Wheeler endorsed Whelpley. They join former Mukilteo mayors Joe Marine and Don Doran in supporting fellow Mukilteo…
Supporters of Judge Jeffrey Goodwin announced that they will be hosting a campaign kick-off for his re-election campaign to Snohomish County District Court from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at the Loft Cafe and Social Lounge, 515 Main St., in downtown Edmonds. Goodwin, a 10-year Snohomish County District Court veteran, is being challenged by Brett…
Editor’s note: This is an installment in a series of questions and answers with candidates who appear on the Aug. 5 primary election ballot. Maralyn Chase 425-312‐3056 maralyn@maralynchase.com Prefers: Democratic Party Background: I was first appointed to the House of Representatives in 2002, I served in the House until 2010 and then moved to the Washington…
Editor’s note: This is an installment in a series of questions and answers with candidates who will appear on the Aug. 5 primary election ballot. Scott V. Whelpley 425-563‐3004 scottvwhelp@gmail.com Prefers: Democratic Party Background: I served for 20 years in the Navy as an aviator, served five tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and retired as a…
Editor’s note: This is an installment in a series of questions and answers with candidates who will appear on the Aug. 5 primary election ballot Mike Lapointe 2727 Colby Ave Everett, WA 98201 (425) 610‐9601 contact@mikelapointe.org Prefers: Independent Party Background: I have been an elected Union Shop and Union Local Officer. I worked as detox…
Editor’s note: This is an installment in a series of questions and answers with candidates who appear on the Aug. 5 primary election ballot. Ed Wegner 425-670‐9079 edwegner99@hotmail.com Prefers: Independent Party The candidate did not respond to the questionnaire; all information is taken from the Snohomish County Local Voters’ Pamphlet. Elected Experience: None. I am not connected with any…
Dear Editor, I do not often write letters like this to the editor, but I have been reading about the upcoming primary for State Representative to the 21st Legislative District (Position 1). I was surprised to see such a wide field (5 candidates), but also reassured to see a name I could trust among the…
