As one of your elected officials with a neurodiverse disability, I am proud that July is Disability Pride Month in the city of Edmonds! A phrase commonly used in the Disability Rights Movement is …

Open letter to Edmonds School District board of directors: I was so impressed with how President Katims ran the recent school board meeting and the discussion among the board, and how Superintendent …

Edmonds’ July 4 parade overtaken by commercialism For years, we have visited Edmonds at least weekly, deeply appreciative of its quality of life and well-groomed environment. Whether it's …

Plans for growing old in quaint Edmonds are at risk Mayor Rosen and members of the Council and other members of our City Government, I have spoken to you in person previously. My wife and I …

Friends, Romans, Edmonds residents – lend me your ears We just returned from Australia. Painting and hiking are good for the soul. On return, the Beacon was waiting, loyally, as …

Inclusivity is a core value of the Pride flag Regarding Barry Crane’s Guest View column, “Pride flag at City Hall does not represent me”(June 12), I was struck by how much …

Sports story reads like an advertisement for King’s When you have the athletic director for a private school writing a summary of how their own team won a track meet, is it journalism or …

A request for a complete sidewalk Please consider reprioritizing a complete sidewalk on the south side of Walnut between Sixth and Seventh for enhanced public safety. Why? Increased vehicle …

Editor's note: Last week, a citizen group made an extended presentation to the mayor and councilmembers. Typically, citizens are allowed only three minutes to make their points during public comment. …

Memorial Day ceremony was exemplary Monday’s Edmonds Memorial Day Ceremony was the best and most respectful in a long legacy of great and respectful ceremonies. Thanks to Chair Robinson …

How about a summer night market? I spent January traveling around New Zealand, and I found so much inspiration from their way of life. On the north island, almost every park has one to two …

Tree ordinance could lead to lawsuits Re: “Council takes heed, grants a reprieve for large trees,” April 24). In Portland, a homeowner wanted to remove a diseased tree that was a …

Congrats to Big Red supporters At Monday’s City Council meeting, Council President Pro Tem Susan Paine offered her interim landmark tree protection ordinance. Much positive …

Supports annexation into the RFA This weekend, a ballot for joining South Snohomish County Fire Regional Fire Authority (RFA) showed up in our mailboxes. Unlike saving our parks, this decision …

Red-light cameras will reduce fatalities Glad to see the implementation of these enforcement systems that bring increased accountability, but most importantly increased safety to those that …

Dear Council President Tibbott (Mayor Rosen and Directors Cc’d, City Attorney Cates Cc’d, Council BCc’d): As of right now, I count approximately 700 emails in my inbox …

Lots to enjoy in The Beacon Magazine I just want to let you know how much I enjoyed the spring Beacon Magazine. Every article grabbed me. I am so looking forward to the Bird Fest in May. I …

As a longtime Edmonds resident and retired firefighter of Edmonds/Fire District 1, I want to ensure our community has reliable, well-funded fire and emergency medical services. Right now, our City …

Annexation: A stable, dedicated funding source Edmonds residents agree – we want to maintain the level and quality of emergency services to our families, friends, and …

During the last Edmonds City Council meeting, South County Fire, or RFA (Regional Fire Authority), presented an annual report to the City.   As we prepare for the upcoming ballot …