Dear editor: The Town of Woodway is a small town that is not much bigger than some of the surrounding neighborhoods within the cities of Edmonds and Shoreline. As a small community, we are proud of our independence and self-sufficiency. Since incorporation in 1958, Woodway has had its own police force. However, in this age of tighter budgets and limited resources, like many cities in our State, ou... »
Dear Editor: Last year the city retained a compensation consultant to make recommendations about the compensation of non-represented employees. His report was first considered by city council in July; council again spent time on it this week before it was tabled until next week. The consultant’s report reflects the completion of a lot of very good work, and it was done at a cost lower than anticip... »
Editor: Edmonds Police Department would like to thank the community for its interest in our centennial open house on Sept. 16, 2012. We had over 450 people tour the department, explore police vehicles and get a close look at police equipment, old and new. The staff had a great time sharing our department history. We are very appreciative and humbled by the support of our community. Respectfully, ... »
Dear Editor: When the City of Edmonds reviews and deliberates on the proposed plan to redevelop Harbor Square, it is important that the various officials, boards, the City Council and the Mayor approach this review with an open mind. Unfortunately over the past several years, there is immediate opposition against any development proposal in the downtown area, which has building with heights of mor... »
Dear Editor: It has come to my attention that the Edmonds Fire Safety Foundation is disbanding. This is a shame, they have done a lot of good work over the years. While this is a sad event, I am disturbed at what they are trying to do as part of closing down. The EFSF owns the old fire truck housed at Station 17 and used for public displays and fundraising. The Foundations work has included raisi... »
Editor: Over the last six months, I can’t think of anyone with whom I’ve spoken — with a few exceptions, of course — who is for the Port of Edmonds’ proposed Harbor Square’s redevelopment. But what has been made clear to me in almost every conversation that I’ve had with exceptions, again – is that nobody really wants 358 new condos downtown or a 55-foot building height. However... »
Editor: My California sister came to visit me recently and I wanted to impress her with this lovely, quaint, waterfront town of Edmonds we all call home. So I took her to the one place in Edmonds that made a huge impression on me 15 years ago when I first decided that Edmonds would be my hometown: Edmonds public, accessible shoreline that one can walk along for over 1-1/2 miles without having to l... »
Editor: Change usually make me uncomfortable. I need good reasons to support changes to places I like. Since Edmonds is clearly one of my favorite places I looked closely at the Port of Edmonds conceptual plan for Harbor Square. At the same time I looked at areas needing improvement in Edmonds, especially the large number of vacant commercial buildings, the struggling nature of those still in bus... »
Editor: At the Edmonds-South Snohomish County Historical Society Board Meeting in 1993, the monthly subject of the Museum finances were discussed, which led to various ideas of how to remain on the plus side on the balance sheet. It was felt the Museum should sponsor some sort of activity that would not only bring attention to the Museum but generate income over and above the membership fee. Furth... »
Editor: “If people aren’t interested, then Democracy becomes an Oligarchy.” – Al Roxin, Edmonds resident. Meetings of the Port of Edmonds are open to the public – Revised Code of Washington: 42.30.030 On Monday, June 25, the commissioners of the Port of Edmonds held a Public Hearing to finalize its Harbor Square Redevelopment Master Plan and forward it to the City Planning Department with a ... »
Editor: The Edmonds Arts Festival and Foundation would like to thank all who attended our 55th annual Edmonds Arts Festival this past Father’s Day weekend. Your support plays an essential part in carrying out our mission to provide scholarships and grants that enrich lives and enhance the arts in our schools and in our community. We salute you all! Denise Bossieux, President Edmonds Arts Festival ... »
Editor: Salon 512 has had the privilege of serving the Edmonds area for 15 years. Our success has been due to the dedication and commitment of our loyal stylists Beth, Carol, Donna, Geri, Mary Ellen, Sandy, Stacee and Tove and our present and past support staff – Cheryl, Molly, Maryanne, Chelsea, Sandra and Paige. Thank you for your steadfast support in helping make Salon 512 the successful ... »
Dear Editor, I am on the Edmonds Mayor’s Climate Protection Committee and recently found out the City of Edmonds has applied for the 2012 Assoc. of Washington Cities “Going Green” Municipal Excellence Award. I hope you will help me in spreading the word in recognition of the City’s sustainability efforts no matter if the City receives the award or not. The City has a “... »
Editor: At last week’s city council retreat, council member Petso reiterated her opposition to view condominiums, in particular the Point Edwards development, as a form of economic development. Actually she expanded her opposition to include all residential housing. Some months ago I did an analysis of Point Edwards. I determined that there are 261 condos there having a 2012 tax value of $133 mill... »
Editor: Councilmember Plunkett commented at the Jan. 23rd council meeting that he wants to do away with the volunteer Economic Development Commission. Councilmember Buckshnis hasn’t stated that she wants to abolish the ECD, but she has joined Mr. Plunkett in disparaging that valuable group. The root cause for Plunkett’s and Buckshnis’ ECD concerns is their dislike for a proposal ... »
To The Editor: Our Edmonds. Edmonds is a truly amazing place to live! For those of us fortunate enough to call Edmonds home, there is not a day goes by that we don’t think about the uniqueness of our amazing city. Be it the waterfront, the parks, the companies, the schools, the people or the grandeur, Edmonds is about as unique as it gets. The warmth in our community is second to none and I for on... »
Editor: On behalf of the City of Edmonds, we would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2011 Giving Tree project. Between the trees located at the Frances Anderson Center and at City Hall, there were approximately 150 tags. These tags were provided by Volunteers of America and were for local children and adults who needed help to make the season brighter for them. Even in this challengin... »
Editor: A few months ago I noticed that the weekly publication The Weekly Herald was not being delivered by the school kids as it has been for as long as I can remember. I imagine this is because of the labor laws/safety etc. I always appreciated them delivering this to me because when they would come to collect their donation I could tell them that I appreciate the service they provided and could... »
Editor: 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 the dog jumps have been destroyed. O.L.A.E. Director and Scout Master Shay Hastler reported the incident last night and was very upset about the vandalism — “Those boys and their ... »
Editor: Every year the Rotary Club of Edmonds provides gift-giving trees to support the CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocates for Children) and the Volunteer Guardian ad Litem Program. These programs provide court-appointed special advocates for children who are victims or alleged victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse or neglect. This past year the list doubled in size and we received more th... »
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