Everett Verizon employee leading effort to unionize says “Join the movement”
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 9, 2022 – Employees who work between two Verizon locations in Everett and Lynnwood began casting their ballots to unionize on March 25. Austin Hitch, one of the employees leading the effort, recounts Verizon’s union-busting tactics, shares why he and his coworkers are seeking to unionize and sends a message to his […]
Snohomish County residents brace for 0.1% sales tax increase April 1
SNOHOMISH COUNTY., Wash., March 22, 2022 – With just days until Snohomish County raises its local sales and use tax to fund affordable housing and behavioral health programs, is now the right time for an increase while the nation is experiencing a 40-year high consumer inflation? Beginning April 1, one tenth of one percent – […]
County passes ordinance to allow DADUs to be constructed on rural lots
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., March 9, 2022 – This morning, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed Ordinance 22-006 allowing for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADU) to be constructed on rural lots within the county. Councilman Jared Mead motioned to approve the amendment which was seconded by Councilwoman Stephanie Wright. On June 9, 2021, the county unanimously […]
LT Weekly Newscast for Feb 13
Mayor Jon Nehring reveals what he is doing to address drug related crime in Marysville, and Everett resident Jon Williams, who is actively living in recovery, shares his thoughts on the mayor’s policy. Before our main story with Mayor Nehring, here’s what you missed last week! 2022 February Special Election Results As of February 10th, […]
Habitat for Humanity repair’s Brier couple’s “forever home”
BRIER, Wash, January 13, 2022 – Dee Grayson, 77, and her husband have lived in their “forever home” for 31 years – a gorgeous pink Victorian house named “Brier Rose.” The Grayson family have always loved their home and community, but after suffering some tragedies, risked losing it all if it weren’t for the efforts […]
Melissa Taylor announces candidacy for 46th LD House seat
SEATTLE, Wash. — On December 9, Melissa Taylor announced her candidacy for State Representative in the 46th Legislative District. A mom, small business owner, healthcare expert and community leader, Melissa is running for the open House seat because her neighbors cannot afford to wait for long overdue progress on solving our housing crisis, funding programs […]
Frizzell supports sales tax increase, requests county council to provide long term services
LYNNWOOD, Wash., December 15, 2021 – In a letter sent to the Snohomish County Council on Tuesday evening, Mayor Christine Frizzell shared that the current proposal for a 0.1% sales tax increase doesn’t do enough to combat homelessness. “I ask that for every new housing unit created that long term services also be provided to […]
Over 50 elected leaders demand a public vote on Snohomish County sales tax increase
UPDATE: [9:54 a.m. Dec 15, 2021] Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell sends letter of support to county council. SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., December 14, 2021 – Ahead of Wednesday’s county council vote, 58 local elected officials from 20 jurisdictions throughout Snohomish County have signed a letter opposing the effort to increase the countywide sales tax in Snohomish […]
County poised to pass 0.1% sales tax as inflation hits 40-year high
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., December 13, 2021 – Just weeks after the Snohomish County Council approved its $1.25 billion 2022 budget on November 9, County Executive Dave Somers along with County Council Chair Stephanie Wright and County Council Vice Chair Megan Dunn propose a county-wide 0.1% sales tax for affordable housing programs. If adopted, some Snohomish […]
Snohomish County looks to Everett for hotel-turned homeless shelter
EVERETT, Wash., December 10, 2021 – In response to issues of affordability, behavioral health, and homelessness exacerbated by the pandemic, Snohomish County is searching for an Everett hotel to convert into shelter/bridge housing following in the footsteps of neighboring jurisdictions. At the November 24 Everett City Council Meeting, Michael Fong of the Snohomish County Office […]
