City planners and planning board members alike have been wrestling with middle housing requirements mandated by Washington State. So what exactly is the state’s minimum requirement? The answers are found…
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Reader view/opinion: A plea for patience and reasonable dialogue regarding zoning code changes
Thursday’s open house on the new zoning codes for Edmonds devolved into an out-of-control shouting match. About 100 people attended the information session put on by the City planning staff,…
Reader view/opinion: Improved communication would help neighborhood centers and hubs planning process
Thursday night, I was one of between 80 and 100 people who attended the open house about middle housing and neighborhood centers and hubs (NCH). I was surprised at the…
Reader view/opinion: Cutting valuable medical research in our own backyard
My husband, Arnie Lund, and I sent the following message to U.S. Sens. Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell and U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen. We are sending it to My Edmonds…
Reader view/opinion: The seismic hazard elephant at our waterfront
In 2015, my last year as a Council member, a presentation was made to Council outlining the Seismic Hazard Area at the Edmonds Waterfront. It’s huge, even larger than I…
Reader view/opinion: Edmonds’ development code must protect steep slopes in Westgate neighborhood
In January 2023, a stranger knocked on my door. She was breathless, warning me to get out. There was a landslide! I rushed to my back door to check but…
Reader view: City development code updates — who is driving the bus?
Edmonds citizens have a chance to weigh in over the next two weeks on important developments in city codes on middle housing and Neighborhood Centers and Hubs. There is pressing…
Reader view/opinion: Holy Week and the Legislature
This week I read an article in My Edmonds News about the Washington State Legislature passing a law requiring clergy to report child abuse even when that knowledge is gained…
Reader view/opinion: What you can do to protect our democracy
Saturday, April 5, 2025 saw massive Hands Off demonstrations across the county. It was heartening to see thousands of people show up for the rally in Edmonds. And that was…
Reader view/opinion: Stamping money to send a message
I was at the Edmonds Civic Field Saturday for the Hands Off protest. I wanted to be one of the many bodies protesting and use the opportunity to distribute some…
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Reader view/opinion: Vote no on fire authority annexation — put Edmonds on path to responsible spending, stronger future
Neighbors, let’s be clear: Voting no on annexation will not result in losing fire/EMS services. The city has already secured a backup contract with South County Fire to guarantee uninterrupted…
Reader view/opinion: You decide — trust and appreciation or a greatly diminished Edmonds with RFA vote
I’m voting yes on Proposition 1 because I trust our city leaders and I cherish our firefighters. I’m also voting yes because some of the alternatives proposed by opponents of…
Reader view/opinion: A lot of smoke clouding ‘the future of fire’ decision
It is time for me to address some distracting questions and comments from the opponents of the annexation ballot measure. I hope to clear the air so you can see…
Reader view/opinion: Exploring alternatives to joining the Regional Fire Authority
The upcoming vote on Edmonds joining the Regional Fire Authority (RFA) is a crucial decision for our community. While proponents of annexation claim it ensures high-quality fire and emergency medical…
Reader view/opinion: Voters — please learn all the facts about Regional Fire Authority annexation
In early April, Edmonds voters will be receiving a voter’s pamphlet and ballot regarding Proposition 1, an initiative about whether or not Edmonds should be annexed into the Regional Fire…
Reader view/opinion: Councilmembers should clarify Regional Fire Authority’s performance metrics
The Edmonds City Council on Tuesday night is scheduled to meet with South County Fire Regional Fire Authority (RFA) Commissioners. I encourage councilmembers to ask questions about the RFA’s compliance…
Reader view/opinion: How much gender equality do women need?
In My Edmonds News March 9, there was a write-up of the International Women’s Day event that took place locally in Edmonds on March 8. This day is marked worldwide…
Reader view/opinion: Is history repeating itself with the Regional Fire Authority?
I’ve spent a considerable amount of time thinking about the upcoming regional fire authority (RFA) annexation vote. During my three terms as mayor, I considered the possibility of joining the…
Reader view/opinion: A movie recommendation — ‘October 8th’ playing through March 19
I recently saw the documentary film October 8, screening now through Wednesday, March 19 at AMC Alderwood Mall 16 in Lynnwood. There are four showings daily. After its theatrical run…
Reader view/opinion: Utilize active listening in your decision-making process
Everyone has opinions, some stronger than others. When making a decision that impacts a large group of people, especially ones that will make an impact for years to come, arguments…
Reader view/opinion: Is South County Fire retaining funds due Edmonds taxpayers?
Since 2010, Edmonds has been served by South County Fire (SCF) under contract for fire and emergency medical service (EMS) coverage. For 2024, the cost of that contract was approximately…
Reader view/opinion: Yes on RFA annexation — a response to former councilmember’s commentary
Recently in these pages, well-liked and respected former Edmonds Councilmember Dave Teitzel weighed in on the upcoming RFA annexation vote (Reader view/opinion: My perspective on the Regional Fire Authority Annexation,…
Reader view/opinion: A comparative analysis of Shoreline vs. South County Fire
This is in reply to Dave Teitzel’s Reader View regarding the regional fire authority (RFA). Shortly after Shoreline’s special election to create its regional fire authority, Councilwoman Vivian Olson asked…
Reader view/opinion: My perspective on the Regional Fire Authority annexation
As a former Edmonds City Councilmember, I admit to having mixed feelings about the Regional Fire Authority (RFA) ballot initiative coming before our voters on April 22. On the one…
Reader view/opinion: Mean-spirited, lazy or something else?
In the grand scheme of things, this is small matter. Literally. At the same time, perhaps it is indicative of a larger phenomenon, a meanness of spirit that pervades American…