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Edmonds has two documents used for budgetary planning as it prioritizes projects, outlines expected costs and funding sources, and fulfills long-range planning objectives. One is the Capital Improveme...

I've been asked what I've learned from the recent final report from Windward LLC. The City Council contracted Windward in 2017 to provide an 18-month site-specific scientific study that would address...

I have been to many good conferences in my four decades of working in the financial and regulatory sector, but I must admit a recent conference for “Puget Sound Days on the Hill” was the most... Full story

The Citizens Tree Board is no longer responsible for writing code or policy, contrary to what some people still believe. Granted, when first created in 2011, one of its goals was a tree ordinance, as...

A number of citizens over the past years have asked me about donating funds to restore the Edmonds Marsh beyond their volunteering efforts and environmental support. I am proud to announce that in...

A number of citizens have stepped forward and asked me to provide some background and insight regarding my perspective and the Council’s decision regarding the Shoreline Master Program’s (SMP)... Full story

I have been asked to provide my insights on council-administration interaction issues raised by Roger Neumaier upon his resignation as finance director. Actually, I would prefer moving on and am...

Family and friends paid tribute to former City Councilmember Jack Bevan on Saturday March 30, celebrating his 90th birthday. Many paid tribute to his financial knowledge and tenacity, his kindness...

The new agility course built as an Eagle Scout Project by Alex Young and Boy Scout Troop 312 seems to be the target for vandals. The course, installed in late October, has now had two instances where... Full story

Dear Jim, On behalf of the citizens or stakeholders of Edmonds, I want to thank you for the exemplary service you have provided to our staff and City Council Members during your short 7-month tenure... Full story

In addition to being a participant of the 2009 Levy Committee, I spent months with the 2010 Levy Committee (Committee) providing them with my research and listening to their finding. The Committee...

Edmonds City Council Member Diane Buckshnis has released a question and answer sheet explaining many questions asked about a TBD. It is very long but should give a good overview and answer your... Full story

Editor: What people don’t realize about Dave Orvis is that not only is he a loving family man and caring friend; but his brain can think like it is an encyclopedia of codes. His “software...

Editor: Mr. Wilson spent a tremendous amount of time creating his vision of the Waterfront and that PowerPoint presentation or Beacon article is not reflective of my vision. I do not support taller...

While there are many unsung heroes in this wonderful town, on Friday night, Dennis and Sandy Gallagher, the crew of u-brew and all mug clubbers would receive my vote. Gallagher’s U-Brew sponsored a...

Editor: My campaign has been a very long and knowledgeable path for me. There were many days in which I was overwhelmed and relied on my faith (in myself, my family, my friends, my supporters... Full story

Editor: Thank you for the nice press release. I would like to clarify my position regarding building heights as the article implied that I am against taller buildings everywhere in Edmonds. I am not... Full story

Editor: Chapter 20 put simply. If Chapter 20 passes, substantial shoreline development and shoreline variances will NOT be reviewed by City Council. Citizens will have to hire a lawyer to go through...

Editor: While most of you were out enjoying a little bit of Irish Magic, the City Council narrowly approved Chapter 20, which will limit public access to the City Council on certain land use issues. M...