Mukilteo Public Works continues to serve its residents
MUKILTEO, Wash., August 6, 2022 – Despite a challenging couple of years that included staffing shortages, supply chain issues, and a global pandemic, the Mukilteo Public Works Department has been busier than ever serving residents with much needed improvements. Continuing through the last half of 2022, the Department’s priorities continue to be staffing in both […]
County invests over $9 million in Shelter and Behavioral Health Projects
Snohomish County, Wash., August 4, 2022 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced $9.6 million in new investment projects through the Shelter & Behavioral Health Partnership Program. This new matching program seeks to leverage federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars through collaborations with cities. In total, Snohomish County partnered with nine cities on 11 […]
Summer Meltdown music festival returns at new Snohomish venue
SNOHOMISH, Wash., August 2, 2022 – After a pandemic-induced two-year break, the Summer Meltdown music festival returned for its 20th year, July 28 through July 31, at a brand-new venue – on private property near Snohomish’s gorgeous Sky Meadows Park. The 150-acre plot of land, lined with 4-miles of riverfront property along the Skykomish River, […]
OSPI shares its 2023 Legislative Priorities for education
OLYMPIA, Wash., July 29, 2022 – The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) held a webinar Tuesday, July 26, to update the public on pandemic recovery funding, initial thoughts on its 2023 legislative priorities, and to create opportunities for future partnerships and shared messaging. The goal of the Washington Office of Superintendent of […]
Gross Domestic Product shrunk 0.9% in Second Quarter 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 28, 2022 — Today the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) announced real gross domestic product (GDP) decreased at an annual rate of 0.9 percent in the second quarter of 2022. In the first quarter, real GDP decreased 1.6 percent. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in a recent appearance on NBC’s Meet […]
Snohomish Health District Administrator to step down
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Administrative Officer Shawn Frederick announced this month that he will be stepping down at the end of his third full year leading the Snohomish Health District. Frederick has worked at the District for more than six years and has served as Administrative Officer since 2019. During his time here, he has worked […]
Lynnwood launches Bingo Getaway Giveaway to bolster tourism
LYNNWOOD – The Lynnwood Development & Business Services Department launched its first ever Bingo Giveaway this summer as part of its digital content strategy to increase awareness of Lynnwood, local businesses, attractions, and events. Those interested in participating can download a digital bingo card consisting of nine Lynnwood-based experiences which include the following: Explore at […]
Murders in Washington at all-time-high as available officers at record lows
LACEY, Wash., July 20, 2022 – Violent crime in Washington State increased 12.3% in 2021, according to a report released today by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC), while the number of commissioned officers able to respond decreased 4.4% (a 495 net loss statewide). Washington State retains its ranking as the lowest […]
Mukilteo turns to Tara Dunford for financial assistance and releases its Waste Management report
MUKILTEO – Mukilteo City Council authorized a professional service agreement with Tara Dunford for technical accounting assistance and discussed the findings of Waste Management’s 2021 annual report at its regular meeting Monday, July 18. City authorizes agreement with Tara Dunford for financial assistance Council Vice President Elisabeth Crawford moved to authorize Mayor Joe Marine to […]
Altamirano-Crosby unanimously elected Chair of the Snohomish Health District Board
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., July 12, 2022 –The Board of Health of the Snohomish Health District unanimously elected Lynnwood Councilwoman Dr. Julieta Altamirano-Crosby as its Chair today. Members not attending today’s meeting were Lake Stevens City Council Member Anji Jorstad, Sultan City Council Member Joe Neigel, and County Councilman Nate Nehring. Chair Dr. Altamirano-Crosby was proceeded […]
