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 […]
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 […]
Upcoming Lynnwood City Council meeting for Aug 8
LYNNWOOD — For its BUSINESS MEETING at 6 p.m. on August 8, the Lynnwood City Council will vote on issuing additional funding for the Community Justice Center and approve various ordinances. This meeting will be held both in-person and electronically by Zoom or Lynnwood, WA Video Archive (swagit.com). To review the agenda items in detail, […]
Lynnwood awards $14M construction contract for CRC despite public opposition
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 27, 2022 – Despite a vehemently opposing public comment section, the Lynnwood City Council voted to approve a contract award for the new Community Recovery Center (CRC) at Monday’s Business Meeting, July 25, with all council members voting in favor except Councilman Joshua Binda who chose to abstain. The approved contract award […]
Lynnwood approves new accountant position, recognizes Juneteenth, and discusses Town Square Park finance options
LYNNWOOD – The Lynnwood City Council approved a new part-time accountant position, utilizing up to $125,000 of American Rescue Plan Act Funds, recognized the Public Works Department and Juneteenth, and discussed finance options for the Town Square Park acquisition, during its Business Meeting on Monday, June 13. Public Works spotlight Public Works Director Bill Franz […]
June 13: Upcoming Lynnwood City Council Meeting
LYNNWOOD, Wash., June 11, 2022 – For its BUSINESS MEETING at 6 p.m. on June 13, the Council will vote/discuss the items listed below. This meeting will be held both in-person and electronically by Zoom. The Public can attend the meeting in person or watch the meeting live, 6 p.m. June 13 via Zoom. To […]
Lynnwood Council discusses equity survey results and ARPA funds for housing
LYNNWOOD, June 9, 2022 – The Lynnwood City Council reviewed its findings from the city’s Community Equity Survey, discussed potentially utilizing ARPA funds for rental assistance and rapid-housing through Volunteers of America, and was briefed on Community Transit’s long range planning strategy at their Business Meeting, Monday, June 6. Community Equity Survey The City of […]
Local business owners welcome Cinco De Mayo resolution
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 13, 2022 – On behalf of the City of Lynnwood and Mayor Christine Frizzell, Councilwoman Julieta Altamirano-Crosby presented local Latino and Latina business owners a copy of Monday’s Cinco de Mayo proclamation. The Proclamation was voted on and passed during the City Council’s Business Meeting on April 25th. “Cinco de Mayo serves […]
Lynnwood Mayor breaks tie vote to award $25,000 in scholarships
ARTICLE UPDATE [1:21 p.m. May 10, 2022]: Added Executive Session outcome. LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 9, 2022 – In a high energy council session, Mayor Christine Frizzell was the deciding vote, to break a tie by the council, that allocate $25,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for providing scholarships on registration for recreational classes […]
Upcoming Lynnwood City Council meeting for May 9
To keep you informed of local city council legislation impacting your daily life, the Lynnwood Times has compiled agendas from cities across Snohomish County. The Lynnwood City Council will hold a REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING on Monday, May 9, 2022, starting at 6 p.m. This meeting will be held both VIRTUALLY and in IN-PERSON at Lynnwood City Hall. To watch […]
