Council approves IT improvements, PSE contract, and Community Justice and Recovery Centers
Yesterday, the Lynnwood City Council held a business meeting. After nearly two hours of hearing public comment, the council voted to move forward with the Community Justice Center (CJC) and the Community Recovery Center (CRC) proposals. Unfortunately, during the public hearing portion of the meeting, callers spewed threats and racial slurs. Mayor Smith and Council […]
Mayor and Council condemn racial slurs at meeting
A message from Mayor Nicola Smith and Council President George Hurst regarding racial slurs used during the September 13th City Council Meeting We outright condemn the use of racial slurs of any kind. Additionally, we condemn threats of violence. During the September 13th Lynnwood City Council Business Meeting, there were individuals asking to participate in […]
Is the Pfizer vaccine FDA approved?
On August 23, the Food and Drug Administration granted approval for a COVID-19 vaccine. But the jab in question is called the “Comirnaty” vaccine. The labels for vials of Pfizer-BioNTech are still marked for “Emergency Use Authorization.” The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of a COVID-19 vaccine has encouraged elected officials to move forward […]
Active arson investigation in Saturday’s Edmonds fire
EDMONDS, Wash., September 13, 2021 — The early Saturday morning fire that severely damaged all businesses at the Plum Tree Plaza in Edmonds is being investigated as arson. Edmonds Police detectives are working with South County Fire as well as agents from the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) as they continue the investigation. […]
ESD School Board Meetings and public comments
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 13, 2021 — To decrease the public spread of COVID-19, the Snohomish Health District recommends public meetings be held remotely. Therefore, the Edmonds School District School Board will continue with virtual meetings until further notice. New digital agenda, minutes, video archive system The Edmonds School District will use a new digital system […]
Perspective – The Beginner’s Mind
In 1969 we were given an epic and amazing sense of perspective by the pilots onboard Apollo 11. This photo is called, Earthrise over the Moon. It was captured on 07/20/1969. It seems like a good time to be mindful of perspective. Take a moment or more, to gaze upon this beautiful image. Consider what […]
Three-alarm fire damages Edmonds businesses
EDMONDS, Wash., September 13, 2021 — South County Fire responded to a three-alarm fire early Saturday morning at a commercial building in Edmonds. Dispatchers received multiple 911 calls around 5:35 a.m. reporting flames coming from Plum Tree Plaza, 22315 Highway 99. When firefighters arrived, flames were rolling out the front window of an Indonesian market, […]
Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office begins testing body cameras
The Snohomish County Sheriff’s office announced September 2nd that they will begin testing body cameras with select deputies. According to the press release, “Body worn cameras are used to improve transparency and accountability for both law enforcement and the community at large.” In this initial test, three different body camera vendors will each supply the […]
Upcoming Mukilteo City Council Meeting
MUKILTEO, Wash., September 12, 2021 – For its Mukilteo City Council SPECIAL BUSINESS meeting on September 13, the following items are on the agenda for discussion/vote: Joint Parks and Arts Commission – City Council Update (AB21-74) 2022 Budget: Review Preliminary Budget Estimates (AB21-45) The Mukilteo City Council is to discuss with Parks & Arts Commissioners past […]
Upcoming Lynnwood City Council Agenda
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 12, 2021 – For its 6 p.m. Monday, September 13 regular BUSINESS MEETING the Lynnwood City Council will discuss and/or vote on the following items: Proclamation: National Hispanic Heritage Month Confirm Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission and Parks & Recreation Board appointments American Rescue Plan Act Funding Immediate Needs Follow-up, ARPA Presentation. […]
