Snohomish County PUD recently earned the Smart Energy Provider (SEP) designation from the American Public Power Association for demonstrating commitment and proficiency in energy efficiency, distributed generation, and environmental initiatives that support a goal of providing low-cost quality, safe and reliable electric service. “We take a lot of pride in the work our Energy Services…
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City council Nov. 12 to hold public hearings on budget amendments, property tax levy
The Lynnwood City Council will hold public hearings at its Tuesday, Nov. 12 business meeting for two ordinances regarding amendments to the city’s 2019-20 biennium budget and the 2020 property tax levy. The meeting is a day later than usual due to the Veterans Day holiday. At its Nov. 4 work session, the council was…
With passage of Initiative 976, local cities must address ‘significant loss’ of transportation revenue
Officials in the cities of Edmonds, Lynnwood and Mountlake Terrace agree that Initiative 976, the “$30 car tab” measure being approved by the majority of the state’s voters, will have a significant negative impact on local transportation projects. The measure repeals the current law giving cities the authority to establish transportation benefit districts (TBDs) to…
Council learns more about city’s racial equity efforts, discusses proposed budget amendments
As part of efforts to be a safe and welcoming city, Lynnwood city staff has been learning about the role local government plays in creating pathways of entry toward racial equity. At its Nov. 4 work session, the Lynnwood City Council heard an update from a group of city employees who are participating in the…
Community Transit among Washington employers honored for hiring veterans
The state Employment Security Department Thursday recognized Community Transit along with 11 other Washington businesses and agencies for their efforts to employ military veterans in 2019. Department Commissioner Suzi LeVine announced the Hire-A-Vet award recipients in support of Gov. Jay Inslee’s Hire-A-Veteran Month proclamation and the upcoming Veterans Day holiday. “Veterans are among the best-trained…
Positions open on Evergreen State Fair Advisory Board
Applications and nominations are needed for immediate openings to the Evergreen State Fair Advisory Board from Council District 2 (Everett/Mukilteo/ Tulalip), Council District 3 (Lynnwood/Edmonds) and Council District 4 (Mill Creek/Bothell/Mountlake Terrace/Brier). Applications can be found at www.evergreenfair.org/131/Fair-Advisory-Board. The Evergreen State Fair Advisory Board aids in managing and preserving the largest publicly owned fair in…
Bella’s Voice, Swedish Edmonds honored by Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues
Bella’s Voice in Lynnwood and Swedish Edmonds Hospital are two of nine employers honored Friday by Washington’s Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues & Employment (GCDE) and Disability: In Washington. The awards were presented during the 27th Annual Governor’s Employer Awards ceremony, held at the Microsoft Conference Center in Redmond. The committee advises the governor, Legislature,…
Proposed property tax increase, other policy amendments before council at Nov. 4 work session
The Lynnwood City Council is scheduled to be briefed at its Nov. 4 work session on the city’s 2020 property tax levy ordinance. The 2019-20 amended budget includes $4,400,000 for property tax collection in 2020. This amount represents an increase of $400,000 from the property tax levied in 2019. The property tax levy amount of…
Responding to Destinations residents, city installs new crosswalk at 194th and 40th intersection
A long-awaited crosswalk has helped make getting around town easier for some Lynnwood senior citizens. Last month, the city completed installation of a marked crosswalk at the 194th Street Southwest and 40th Avenue West intersection, which includes flashing lights, an ADA-compliant ramp and voice signaling for pedestrian crossers. The installation came at the request of…
Council OKs task group to draft ordinance helping displaced low-income tenants
After weeks of discussion, the Lynnwood City Council has approved the formation of a task group that will decide how the city can help low-income tenants displaced by redevelopment. At its Oct. 28 business meeting, the council voted 4-2 (Councilmember Ruth Ross was absent) to form the ad hoc task group. The group’s goal will…
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Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department releases biennium report
The City of Lynnwood has released the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department’s 2017-2018 biennium report. This report highlights the Department’s mission, core values and numerous achievements in working to create a healthy community. “I am incredibly honored to serve the City of Lynnwood and proud of the many accomplishments our team has achieved these…
City Council Oct. 28 set to decide on displaced tenant task group ordinance
At its Oct. 28 business meeting, the Lynnwood City Council is scheduled to make a final decision on a motion to form a task group to draft an ordinance that would help displaced low-income residents. At its Oct. 14 business meeting, Councilmember George Hurst made the motion proposing the formation of an ad hoc task…
Council split on whether taxpayers should cover cost of displaced tenants
The Lynnwood City Council at its Oct. 21 meeting revisited the discussion regarding a low-income tenant displacement ordinance proposed by Councilmember George Hurst. At the council’s Oct. 16 business meeting, Hurst made a motion proposing the formation of an ad hoc task group to draft an ordinance that would help displaced low-income residents cover the…
City staff look to community for input on South Lynnwood Neighborhood improvements
With plans to redevelop the south Lynnwood neighborhood underway, Lynnwood city staff are looking to area residents for feedback on how to represent one of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods. At its Oct. 21 work session, the Lynnwood City Council received a briefing on the South Lynnwood Neighborhood Plan– an effort by the city’s Parks,…
Fair housing community forum in Lynnwood Oct. 28
Snohomish County Human Services invites members of the public to attend a fair housing community forum in Lynnwood. The forum will include information on fair housing laws and the preliminary results of a fair housing study currently being completed for Snohomish County. The forums will provide an opportunity for individuals, social services providers, housing providers,…
Lynnwood accepting applications for city’s ethics board
The City of Lynnwood is seeking individuals interested in serving on its Ethics Board. Public officials and city employees have an obligation to conduct their public and private actions and financial dealings in a manner that presents no apparent or actual conflict of interest between the public trust and their private interest per the City’s…
From safety to permitting, city council hears concerns of local business owners
Looking to build lasting relationships between the city and local businesses, the Lynnwood City Council invited business owners to attend a round table discussion last week to get feedback on how the city can help support the business community. Eight local business owners attended the discussion, where they received a list of questions to choose…
Verdant Health Superintendent Robin Fenn stepping down
After three years at the helm of the Verdant Health Commission, Superintendent Robin Fenn is leaving in November. That’s according to an announcement issued Monday morning by Verdant. During her time leading the Verdant Health Commission and Public Hospital District No. 2, Snohomish County, Verdant has invested nearly $17.8 million in community health and wellness program…
Human Rights Commission accepting nominations for 2019 awards
The Snohomish County Human Rights Commission is seeking nominations for its 2019 Human Rights Day awards. The awards recognize individuals or organizations for their contributions to making Snohomish County a place “that honors the inherent dignity and the equal and inalienable rights of all members of our human family.” Nominations are accepted in the following…
City Council to discuss displacement ordinance, south Lynnwood neighborhood plan at Oct. 21 meeting
The Lynnwood City Council at its Oct. 21 work session will continue its discussion regarding a displaced low-income tenant ordinance. At the council’s Oct. 14 business meeting, Councilmember George Hurst proposed forming an ad hoc task group to draft an ordinance to help displaced low-income residents cover the costs of moving. Before Hurst proposed the…
Election notes: No signs for candidate Jim Smith
While he admits it may put his campaign at a disadvantage, Jim Smith has pledged to not put up any signs in support of his candidacy for Lynnwood City Council position 4. Smith estimates that each sign is equivalent to 480 plastic straws. “We hear plenty of politicians that talk up the environment, and then…
City Council considers adoption of displaced tenant ordinance, OKs utility rate hikes
After hearing emotional testimony from Whispering Pines tenants at its Oct. 14 meeting, the Lynnwood City Council is considering adoption of an ordinance that would help ease the transition for displaced low-income residents. The council voted to table a motion from Councilmember George Hurst that would form an ad hoc task group to draft an…
With Tim Eyman in audience, Lynnwood City Council passes resolution opposing car-tab Initiative 976
The Lynnwood City Council passed a resolution Monday supporting rejection of Tim Eyman’s Initiative 976 on the grounds that it would be detrimental to city road maintenance. By a 5-2 margin, the council voted to oppose a proposal from Eyman — an anti-tax activist — that would cap car tab fees at $30, rate vehicle…
Residents invited to apply for county’s new Climate Action Advisory Committee
Snohomish County has a new Climate Action Advisory Committee, and county residents are invited to apply. Membership on the committee will include representatives from environmental advocacy groups, local businesses, youth, educational institutions and underserved community members who may be disproportionally effected by climate change impacts. The committee will provide recommendations about policies and practices to…
City Council Oct. 14 to hold public hearings on proposed utility rate increase, Capital Facilities Plan
The Lynnwood City Council will hold a public hearing Oct. 14 regarding an ordinance that would increase rates for the city’s water, sewer and surface water utilities. Factors that were considered during a utility rate study included: additional capital costs due to ongoing wastewater treatment plant incinerator issues, status of low-income rate allowances and staffing levels….