Lynnwood Council fails to overturn veto of car tab relief
LYNNWOOD, November 14, 2022—At a somewhat contentious Business Meeting, the Lynnwood City Council on Monday did not secure the five votes needed to overturn Mayor Christine Frizzell veto of the $40 car tab relief, Ordinance 3416, that passed on October 24. Councilwoman Shirley Sutton was not present at the meeting. “After spending these last couple […]
Lynnwood Council votes Monday to overturn veto of Car Tab relief
LYNNWOOD, November 13, 2022—Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell vetoed the recently passed $40 car tab relief, Ordinance 3416, during the October 31 city council work session. The Council is scheduled to vote to overturn her veto at Monday’s meeting on November 14. “After substantial consideration of what is best and necessary for the long-term sustainability of our […]
Lynnwood unveils memorial monument dedicated to Gold Star Families
LYNNWOOD, November 2, 2022—Hundreds gathered at Lynnwood’s Veteran’s Park today for the unveiling of the City’s new Gold Star Families Memorial Monument – a tribute to Gold Star Families and relatives who sacrificed their lives while serving in the military. Gold Star Families Memorial Monuments are two-sided tributes crafted in black granite that provide Gold […]
“Take a trip on the zip,” Lynnwood and Community Transit launch new ride-share service
LYNNWOOD, October 19, 2022—Community Transit’s latest innovation to public transportation hits Lynnwood tomorrow with Zip Shuttle, an on-demand ride service within the Alderwood area, a shopping and dining hub, known throughout the region. Starting Thursday, Lynnwood commuters can book a trip through the GOIN’ – Rides for All app, designate a pick-up and drop-off location, […]
Seattle Credit Union opens branch at the Lynnwood Crossroads
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 28, 2022 – Seattle Credit Union celebrated its ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 23, commemorating its Lynnwood branch opening for the not-for-profit financial cooperative. In addition to moving 1.5 miles down 196th Street Southwest, the Lynnwood location has undergone a few changes – namely removing its traditional teller line. Instead, the […]
Council considers sensitivity training after investigation falls flat
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 27, 2022—Yesterday, the Lynnwood City Council commenced the 2023 biennium budget process and decided to take sensitivity training workshops after allegations of racial and sexual discrimination by two staff members. All councilmembers were present for the meeting. Will Cena, Information Technology Director for the City of Lynnwood, presented the recent accomplishments of […]
Jim Smith breaks his silence: The truth about the Racism Report
LYNNWOOD, August 31, 2022—In a third-party investigation by Haggard & Ganson LLP of allegations against Councilman Jim Smith concludes that “claims of race and sex discrimination” by City Executive Assistant Leah Jensen is substantiated but the claim of a hostile work environment by City of Lynnwood Race and Social Justice Coordinator Douglas Raiford was “not substantiated.” Below is an […]
Two Lynnwood PD Officers graduate Basic Law Enforcement Academy
LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 29, 2022—Today, the Lynnwood Police Department announced that two of their newest officers graduated from Basic Law Enforcement Academy on August 25, 2022 – Officer Muneeb Ahmad and Officer Han Nguyen. Police Chief Jim Nelson and Mayor Christine Frizzell were at the graduation to celebrate this accomplishment and to welcome them to […]
Lynnwood historian appointed to the Snohomish County Historical Commission
LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 24, 2022—Today, the Snohomish County Council unanimously approved the appointment of Cheri Ryan to the Snohomish County Historical Commission. The Commission consists of nine members: one member from each Council district and four at-large members. Terms are for three years. “Cheri Ryan will make a terrific addition to the Snohomish County Historic […]
Investigation substantiates claims of race and sex discrimination by Lynnwood councilman
LYNNWOOD, Wash., August 20, 2022— A third-party investigation by Haggard & Ganson LLP into one of Lynnwood’s councilmembers concludes that “claims of race and sex discrimination” by one complainant is substantiated but the claim of a hostile work environment by the other “not substantiated.” The council will decide in September on possible disciplinary actions against […]
