Lake Stevens honors Gailey’s legacy, maps out vacancy process, and debates returning to part-time mayor role

LAKE STEVENS—Lake Stevens Mayor Brett Gailey received a formal send-off from fellow council members and city staff Tuesday night during what was described as his final workshop and council meeting before his resignation takes effect April 13. Gailey, who has served as mayor since 2020, announced his resignation March 24. Council Vice President Kymm Shipman […]
Marysville voters to consider renewing Transportation Benefit District

MARYSVILLE. Wash., December 12, 2023—Voters in Marysville will decide in February whether to continue paying a 0.2% sales and use tax for transportation improvements—the Transportation Benefit District. The Marysville City Council recently approved a resolution placing the matter on the February 13, 2024, Special Election ballot. The Transportation Benefit District (TBD) was formed by the […]
Revenue from TBD not enough according to Public Works department

LYNNWOOD, Wash, October 6, 2021 – The Lynnwood City Council received an update from the Public Works department highlighting possible budgeting shortfalls for current and upcoming transportation projects during their October 4 work session. According to the presentation, the 2021-2022 budget allocates $7.7 million for various transportation projects. However, these projects are expected to need […]