Tribal leaders urge No on 2117
EVERETT—Tribal leaders, fish habitat and salmon recovery experts, and members of the No on 2117 campaign announce that a majority of federally-recognized Tribal Nations in Washington state oppose Initiative 2117, that if passed by voters this November, would prohibit carbon tax credit trading, also known as “cap-and-invest,” which would gut Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. Spencer […]
Interactive map now available showcasing CCA projects at risk if I-2117 passes
SEATTLE—The Clean & Prosperous Institute, a fiscally sponsored project of the Washington Business Alliance Fund set on reducing greenhouse emissions in Washington, launched a risk of repeal map intended to showcase how Climate Commitment Act (CCA) funds are used for community-based projects statewide and what’s at risk if the funds from the act are removed […]
WSDOT awards Port of Everett a $4.3 million CCA grant to electrify South Terminal
EVERETT—The Port of Everett was one of 11 recipients awarded a capital grant, funded with Climate Commitment Act (CCA) funds, by the Washington Department of Transportation’s (WSDOT) Port Electrification Program. The Port of Everett was awarded the $4.3 million competitive grant in August to be used to help fund a $5.8 million project to construct […]
Reichert and Ferguson square off in heated gubernatorial debate
SEATTLE—Shortly after the U.S. Presidential debate concluded on Tuesday, Washington state gubernatorial candidates Dave Reichert and Bob Ferguson squared off, tackling issues such as public safety, budgets, abortion, and climate change for the first time in-person. The event was sponsored by the Seattle Times and media partners King 5, Krem2 News, and El Sol de […]
The heat is on, Upthegrove to face Herrera Beutler in Public Lands race
OLYMPIA—After a mandatory manual recount of all votes statewide in the Commissioner of Public Lands race, King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove (D) is confirmed to have secured the second slot by the Office of the Secretary of State to advance to the November 5 General Election. With only a 53-vote margin, Upthegrove (D), narrowly edged […]
A Message of thanks from Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell
Congratulations, Lynnwood and Snohomish County! The Sound Transit Light Rail will soon be available in our community! Thank you to everyone who has endured the years of disruption, street closures, and re-directions. There has been tremendous community endurance and resiliency during the long months of construction. In 2008, I had a difficult time considering voting […]
Councilmembers and public discuss 2024 Comprehensive Plan updates
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Snohomish County Council discussed updates its 2024 Growth Management Act Comprehensive Plan during its Public Hearing on Monday, August 19. By state law the council is required to wait a total of seven days after a Final Environmental Impact Statement is finalized to act or vote on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update. The […]
County to hold 2024 Comprehensive Plan public hearing on Aug 19
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Council public hearing for its 2024 Comprehensive Plan is scheduled to begin 6 p.m., Monday, August 19 in the Council Chambers (8th Floor) of the Robert J. Drewel Administrative Building, located at 3000 Rockefeller Avenue in Everett. County staff sent the County Council eight ordinances relating the Planning Commission and County Executive […]
Hundreds of thousands of households eligible for $200 credit on electric bills
OLYMPIA—State officials rolled out a program on Monday, July 29, providing a one-time $200 credit on electric bills for up to 675,000 low- and moderate-income households in Washington. Funded with proceeds from the state’s auction of pollution credits, it’s the most visible investment yet from the Climate Commitment Act, a 2021 law that critics say is driving […]
Initiative 2066 to protect energy choice certified for November ballot
OLYMPIA—The Secretary of State’s Office on Wednesday, July 24, announced that the signature verification process is completed and certified for Initiative 2066 (I-2066), concerning access to natural gas for Washington homes and businesses. The initiative will be on the November 5, General Election ballot. The Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW), Let’s Go Washington, the […]
