More than a dozen state legislators — including two who represent the Lynnwood area — have come out in support of a measure that would legalize marijuana for adults. It will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot. Rep. Mary Helen Roberts (D-21) and Rep. Luis Moscoso (D-1) both recently endorsed I-502. “Initiative 502 will free…
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How to balance state budget weighs heavily on minds of 21st District legislators
By Teresa Wippel, My Edmonds News The tone was generally respectful but there was a common theme in the remarks of those who came to the microphone during the 21st Legislative District town hall forum in downtown Edmonds Saturday afternoon: We know that balancing the state budget will be hard during tough economic times, but…
State Rep. Roberts to host telephone town hall
Here’s a chance to speak to one of your lawmakers from the comfort of your own home. State Rep. Mary Helen Roberts will host a telephone town hall on Wednesday, June 22 at 6 p.m. Households in the 21st Legislative District will automatically receive a phone call. Those who pick up will be invited to…
State Rep. Marko Liias considering a run for Congress
Rep. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds) has taken the first step toward a possible run for U.S. Congress. Today he announced the formation of a congressional exploratory committee in the 1st Congressional District, currently held by Rep. Jay Inslee. “In the past few months, many people have asked me to consider running for Congress in the 1st…
Lynnwood teen serves as Senate page
Aidan O’Neill, an 8th grader from Lynnwood, spent last week participating in the Senate Page Program at the State Legislature. He was sponsored by Sen. Paull Shin, D-Edmonds. Aidan was one of several students ages 14 to 16 who took part in the program. Pages deliver mail, run errands, present the flag and learn parliamentary…
Liias anti-bullying and suicide prevention bill signed into law
Last week Gov. Gregoire signed Rep. Marko Liias’ bill to help prevent school bullying and youth suicide. The new law creates a group to look at ways for schools to prevent harassment. “When I talk with students, parents and community members, it is clear that we need to take another step to engage more partners…
An open letter from Sen. Paull Shin
By Sen. Paull Shin, D—Edmonds My fellow citizens, I write to you today about a revenue proposal that could help protect public services that we all rely on. As you know, we are dragging ourselves out of the deepest recession this country has ever seen. My first day in the Legislature was almost two decades…
Sen. Paull Shin proposes temporary sales tax hike
Sen. Paull Shin, who represents the legislative district that includes Lynnwood, has proposed to boost sales tax by one percent. The state is facing a $5 billion budget shortfall and Shin says the tax hike would raise more than $2 billion for the 2011 – 2013 biennium. The increase would expire at the end of…
Chat with your lawmakers this Saturday
Have a question for your lawmakers? Now’s your chance to ask them. Lynnwood’s three state legislators from the 21st District will be hosting a town hall on Saturday. Sen. Paull Shin, Rep. Mary Helen Roberts and Rep. Marko Liias will talk about the legislative session and answer questions from community members. It will take place…
Proposed car tab fee would pay for transit service
A proposed vehicle registration fee would give transit agencies an opportunity to buy back service that was cut due to falling revenues. Yesterday Rep. Marko Liias introduced a bill that would allow transit agencies in Snohomish, King and Pierce counties to enact a “congestion reduction charge” of up to $30. It would require approval from…
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Rep. Liias bill would guarantee time off for school conferences
State Rep. Marko Liias, who represents the Lynnwood area, has introduced a bill that would ensure parents get time off work to attend teacher conferences. Under the bill, a parent would be entitled to four hours of unpaid leave each year. A similar measure was introduced last session and passed the House. Liias says he’s…
Rep. Liias looking for ways to restore transit service
One of Lynnwood’s state legislators wants to help Community Transit buy back some of the service it slashed last year due to budget cuts. The agency suspended all Sunday and holiday service in June and has been looking for state and federal funding to help restore service. Other transit agencies are facing similar money troubles,…
Concerned about school cuts? Here's your chance to tell lawmakers.
As the Edmonds School District tries to deal with a loss of state funding, it’s giving parents the chance to speak directly with lawmakers who made the cuts. State legislators representing the 1st, 21st and 32nd State Legislative Districts will participate in an “Ask Your Legislator” Forum beginning at 7 p.m., Monday, May 17. “This…
Concerned about school cuts? Here’s your chance to tell lawmakers.
As the Edmonds School District tries to deal with a loss of state funding, it’s giving parents the chance to speak directly with lawmakers who made the cuts. State legislators representing the 1st, 21st and 32nd State Legislative Districts will participate in an “Ask Your Legislator” Forum beginning at 7 p.m., Monday, May 17. “This…