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Commentary: Just say no to density
Hello – it’s me, the Environment! Folks, please wake up and just say no to all this density noise. You are killing me as my topography in Edmonds is environmentally…
Reader view: A case for space
In the past year, three political acts have occurred that I thought so outrageous they would never happen. One of those three issues is the threat to lose the beautiful…
Letter to the editor: Praise for the Sno-Isle Genealogical Society
Editor: Shoutout to Sno-Isle Genealogical Society (SIGS)! I recently took them up on their free 40-minute session where experienced genealogy researcher Margaret Summitt helped me break through my “brick wall”…
Reader view: Please let me vote for a Republican before I die
I am 73 years old. For most of my adult life I have considered myself an independent. I voted for whomever I felt was the best candidate for the country,…
Reader view: When it comes to accessory dwelling units, think small
The following are my comments submitted for the Edmonds Planning Board’s public hearing on Feb. 28. I will be referencing this information. State housing mandates are meant to support more…
Commentary: Erosion to state’s Public Records Act is at a tipping point, must be reversed
The Washington Coalition for Open Government provided this commentary about the threats to Washington State’s Public Records Act. It is a modified excerpt from the coalition’s special report on the…
Commentary: Accessory development code draft update a good start
Edmonds needs a revised ADU (accessory dwelling unit) code that supports and guides the many residents here that are interested in building an ADU on their property. The Alliance of…
Reader view: Your one percent (1%) definitely counts — a great deal
As an environmentalist and an activist preparing for the climate crisis, I am often asked, “What can I do right now, immediately that will really make a difference?” I do…
Letter to the editor: Let’s keep Big Red
Editor: Big Red, a majestic coast redwood at the Boardwalk Condominium, 1024 5th Ave. S., is threatened for removal! Big Red, a tree of significance, stands tall welcoming visitors and…
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Letter to the editor: What’s at stake with school levy, bond vote
Dear Editor: Less than a week remains until ballots are due on Feb. 13. Here’s what’s at stake: Proposition 1: A construction bond that would replace several outdated schools in…
Reader view: City of Edmonds needs to focus on accessibility
The Edmonds dog park next to Marina Beach Park (Photo courtesy David Kaufer) Dear Edmonds City Council Members: Our community prides itself on its inclusive spirit and its commitment to…
Letter to the editor: Strong schools build strong communities
Dear editor: I strongly support the two upcoming school funding measures, Propositions 1 and 2. First, these measures fill critical gaps in funding. The state is currently not mandated to…
Reader view: The gray swan — a call to action
In the 17th century, it was believed that a black swan did not and could not exist. Why? Because no one had seen one. Then explorers discovered black swans in Australia….
Letter to the editor: Prop 1 and 2 — A worthwhile investment in our community’s future
Editor: On Tuesday, Feb. 13 we get to vote on two Edmonds School District funding propositions that are truly important to our community’s future. I am encouraging you to vote yes…
Letter to the editor: Do we need paid community commentators?
Editor: The gatekeepers of public engagement and citizen input are at it again. The city continues its plan to pay hand-selected groups of people to provide feedback on public programs and there…
Commentary: Strong schools build strong communities. Vote yes for our students
Our community has an opportunity to approve two school funding measures that will help ensure our Edmonds School District students have safe schools and funding for much-needed technology. The Edmonds…
Reader view: Rick Steves on 1930s Germany — politicizing or good tour guiding?
Monday, Rod Schick complained in a letter to the editor that I politicized my recent travel talk at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. During that talk, I showed this…
Letter to the editor: It’s time we replace College Place Elementary and Middle Schools
Editor: I’ve been a teacher at College Place Elementary School for the past 26 years. In my capacity as a private citizen, I’m urging my fellow community members to vote…
Letter to the editor: Support school upgrades through Proposition 1 and 2
Dear Editor, In 1967, I had the privilege of attending the newly constructed Olympic Elementary, now known as Edmonds Elementary. This school, alongside Sherwood (1966) and Westgate (1958) elementaries, was…
Letter to the editor: ESD bond would finally transition 6th grade to middle school
Editor: The Edmonds School District is the only school district in our region where sixth graders attend elementary school. Northshore, Everett, Shoreline, Seattle, Bellevue and Lake Washington School Districts (to…
Letter to the editor: Yost Park a public hazard and needs urgent attention
Editor: With three to four main trails at Yost Park closed, fallen trees are everywhere and many more dangerously leaning over major trails, plus the bridges have been shut down…
Commentary: Why I’m voting yes on schools construction bond and tech levy
I hope you’ll join me in voting yes for both Proposition 1: School Construction Bond and Proposition 2: Replacement Technology/Capital Levy on or before Feb. 13. Our kids and our…
Reader view: Following court ruling, Ebb Tide owners invite city to discuss options
The owners of The Edmonds Ebb Tide are of course disappointed that the State of Washington Supreme Court denied to hear our petition. It was and remains to be our…
Commentary: City should take its time with accessory dwelling units code update
Edmonds’ Planning and Development Department has recently proposed its code update for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the city. The issue is to be discussed at the upcoming Edmonds Planning…