We often hear about the importance of transparency in government, but in practice it requires intentional effort by policymakers to ensure constituents are aware of proposals that may affect them. …

Editor's note: On March 23, Gov. Bob Ferguson signed SB 6162, which expands and streamlines property tax relief for retired and other qualifying individuals. Edmonds Councilmembers Susan Paine and …

I appreciate the City Clerk’s effort to educate citizens about how Edmonds adopts ordinances ( “How ordinances are made, and how your voice shapes them ,” City Chat, March 11). Civic education …

Washington’s local news industry is in crisis, and our democracy is suffering because of it. Last year, Washington State University  published  the most comprehensive picture to date …

TITLE IX EDMONDS, a local sports booster organization promoting fairness, safety, and dignity in female athletics, booked a room at the Edmonds Waterfront Center for a roundtable discussion on …

The Beacon asked the City of Edmonds to respond to comments made by former Councilmember Diane Buckshnis – in quote marks here – in her Diane’s Corner column, published Feb. 19 Comments are in …

It was a typical Tuesday night in 2023, with one agenda item being the evaluation of the contract attorney. Rather than move into executive session to discuss the yearly evaluation, the council …

We have a lot to do in 2026, but before we get into that, let's review the Edmonds Marsh Estuary Advocates' accomplishments in 2025. Why? Because the Edmonds Marsh estuary wasn’t destroyed in …

Thank you for your kind words and support over the last year.  As you know, serving on the City Council is a privilege. And in Edmonds, it’s a very special privilege because we …

We celebrated a major milestone in advancing sustainable aviation during the launch celebration of the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator on Thursday, Jan. 8. Washington state leaders, …

Local government works best when citizens and officials work together. Edmonds has an extraordinary pool of engaged residents who volunteer their time, expertise, and energy to provide …

Our county recently experienced extraordinary flooding due to torrential rain from multiple atmospheric rivers. Rivers throughout Snohomish County reached record or near-record flood levels, pushing …

As professionals look ahead to what’s next, it’s natural to reflect on goals, wins, and priorities. Setting yourself up for career success in 2026 doesn’t require an overhaul or a major job …

We have a serious human health issue brewing in Edmonds at the Deer Creek CARA (Critical Aquifer Recharge Area), which provides drinking water to south Edmonds, Woodway, and Esperance. The issue is …

After much deliberation, I have decided to disclose publicly that I was diagnosed with breast cancer on Oct. 29, 2025. As many of you know, this caps a difficult year for me, since I lost my father …

As your former, now retired, chief of police, and long-time resident of Edmonds, I remain deeply concerned about the City's fiscal matters. The voters spoke loudly and clearly while defeating …

While moving around the city of Edmonds these days, one may notice the placement of campaign signs often reflects how the property owners living adjacent to that street (the servient estate holders) …

Editor’s note: This is one of occasional columns from Snohomish County Councilmember Nate Nehring. Homelessness affects every community, from large urban metros to small rural towns and …

Councilmembers Michelle Dotsch and Will Chen have submitted this editorial in light of the defeat of the $14.5 million levy lid lift. This commentary is submitted from their perspectives as …

Many people may be surprised that I enthusiastically support the $14.5 million levy lid lift on our Nov. 4 ballot. My reason for supporting Prop 1 is simple – it's time for us to invest in the …