Lynnwood council wrestles to approve 2.7% COLA increase for non-union staff
LYNNWOOD—Facing a structural budget deficit that is still short approximately $3.1 million, Lynnwood City Council members are wrestling with whether to grant non-represented (GSO) city employees the same 2.7% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) the City is being asked to approve for its unionized AFSCME employees. Human Resources Director Annie Vandenkooy urged the City Council on Monday, […]
Lynnwood PD suspends Flock camera system amid concerns over ICE access
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Police Department (LPD) has temporarily paused use of its Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system, known as Flock Cameras, to address community concerns about data privacy and system access. “Flock cameras have already proven to be an invaluable investigative tool in solving crimes and keeping our community safe,” said Police Chief Cole Langdon. […]
Lynnwood’s Flock Cameras Under Fire: Boosting Public Safety or Eroding Privacy in the Fight Against Crime?
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Police Department on Friday, October 24, issued a statement to clarify and “address potential misconceptions” of its use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology in response to a recent report by the University of Washington Center for Human Rights. The report titled, “Leaving the Door Wide Open: Flock Surveillance Systems and Immigration Enforcement in Washington State,” […]
Eight former Lynnwood leaders slam Frizzell’s failures, endorse George Hurst for Mayor
As former leaders and long-time public servants of the City of Lynnwood, we urge you to vote for George Hurst for Mayor. The city and community cannot afford another 4 years of Christine Frizzell as Mayor. We have witnessed firsthand the incumbent’s incompetence and the damage she has done during her one term as Mayor. […]
Lynnwood Times election interview: Candidate Robert Leutwyler
LYNNWOOD—With just over two weeks left until the November 4 General Elections, the Lynnwood Times invited Lynnwood CC candidate Robert Leutwyler back for another interview with a new set of questions on his platform and policies. The Lynnwood Times also invited Leutwyler’s opponent, Mpiima Mugambe to attend the interview process, but received no response. Leutwyler […]
City Council meeting agendas for the week of April 24
To keep you informed of local city council legislation impacting your daily life, the Lynnwood Times has compiled agendas from cities across Snohomish County. Find your city below and stay informed! For more details on an upcoming meeting, click the agenda packets link for the city. CITY COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FROM AROUND THE SOUND The City […]
Mukilteo CC discusses budget and land use
MUKILTEO, Wash., August 15, 2021 – City Council discussed New Budget Items for capital projects, updates to the Source Control Program, and land use and growth management at their work session held August 9. Capitol Project New Budget Items Under the financial portion of the meeting, council first discussed Draft Capitol Project New Budget Items […]
City Council Candidates voter engagement scores
by LYNNWOOD TIMES STAFF Candidates for Lynnwood City Council are counting on voters to turn in their ballots, but how active are those candidates when it comes to voting in elections? The Lynnwood Times reviewed public voter records for all 12 candidates vying for a city council seat in this year’s primary election. The Lynnwood […]
City council approves construction of Home Depot and apartments
by LUKE PUTVINluke.putvin@lynnwoodtimes.com On May 13, the Lynnwood City Council passed the development agreement for the Lynnwood Place Phase 2 Project located in the southern portion of the former Lynnwood High School at 184th St. north of Alderwood Mall. This project will bring a 137,374 sqaure foot Home Depot with rooftop parking for 441 vehicles […]
