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Barbara Mercer on Letter to the editor: Time is now to enhance city’s tree canopyI totally agree with Bill Phillips. I am so sad that gorgeous trees, home for so many lovely creatures, are...
Patricia K Greenstreet on Letter to the editor: Time is now to enhance city’s tree canopyThank you, Bill Phipps, for your thoughtful and well-founded concerns. On our street in the Maplewood area, two lots were...
Nathaniel Brown on Scene in Edmonds: Tree removalOne drip at a time makes for an empty bucket if you wait long enough and don't stop the leak....
Nathaniel Brown on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other options'Going for the “total” solution is what created the problem of “the” solution to solve the problem most recently. As...
Donald Williams on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsThe 'Save Our Beach' group petition was a ruse via moveon.org ...many fake signatures via bots
Clinton J. Wright on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsGoing for the "total" solution is what created the problem of "the" solution to solve the problem most recently. As...
Karl Niblick on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’Bill was my academy instructor over 33 years ago in Fort Wayne. He was the constant professional with a heart...
Tina Drennan on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsDo you think the owners of the expensive condos on the hill will be less vocal than the Save Our...
Charlie Stanton on Scene in Edmonds: Tree removalthere's millions of trees if you havent noticed just look up and around. taking out one tree is not going...
Bill Black on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’Bill was my Captain at the Fort Wayne Police Dept. I had so much respect and admiration for him. I...
Mike Schindler on Edmonds Military Wire: ‘Sgt. Will Gardner’ — sometimes the battle follows you homeI'm glad you really enjoyed the movie Aurora. And I thank both you and your husband for your service. You...
Ron Wambolt on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsEdmonds Crossing is the only total solution. The legislature needs to be pressured to provide the required funding.
Carl Brecht on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyDear Rebecca Elmor-Yalch, Your letter certainly was well thought out. It reminds me of a CEO that needs to get...
Aurora Livingston on Edmonds Military Wire: ‘Sgt. Will Gardner’ — sometimes the battle follows you homeAbsolutely wonderful movie. I am a Vet and so is my husband. Thank you so much.
Tina Drennan on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsI think the Edmonds Crossing Project died when the condos went up on the hill. I don’t think the residents...
Laura Myers on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsHow about a simple pedestrian overpass? Medical professionals could cross and use either equipment they carry ornthat is stored on...
Darrol Haug on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsClint one of the key points Nathan makes in the last sentence is so so important for the future of...
Ingrid Wolsk on ‘That day changed my life forever’: Burned by napalm in Vietnam, woman shares her story of healingDear Kim, Even to this day that photo tears at my heart just as it did the first time I...
Rebecca Elmore-Yalch on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyI would like to add that I 100% agree with Marjie's comment--I am pretty sure I was at the same...
Ronald clyborne on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsThe Community is extremely fortunate to have Nathan Monroe, with his impresive skillset, running for City Council and the Community...
Nicole Kinney on Scene in Edmonds: What a hootTwo Owlets!!! What a special moment you must have had. Thank you for sharing!!!
Robin (Heslop) Blacksmith on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’My sincerest condolences to Bill's wife, Molly, who I frequently saw at his side at Starbucks, and to his family...
Leanne Conaty on Scene in Edmonds: Peek-a-booDid it sign the photo release? Or did it attack you after you took the pic?
John Zipper on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsHere is an article about how Minneapolis is trying to deal with rezones for more affordable housing. Perhaps Edmonds should...
John Zipper on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsPersonally I think the "need for affordable housing" has been used as a smokescreen in our region to allow upzones...
Clinton J. Wright on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsGreat letter. The key is Mr. Monroe's last sentence. That is what is currently missing and needs to be fixed....
jeffrey l herman on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsThe Homeless Industrial Complex is setting its sights on Edmonds. The City Council has appropriated $250,000 to "study the issue"...
Steve Oberlin on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’I was privileged to serve with Bill in Fort Wayne and am saddened by his passing. He was truly a...
Lynne Chelius on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsI am encouraged about Edmonds' future with someone as skilled and open to public input as Nathan Monroe running for...
Joan Bloom on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyRon, The plan was always to off load ferry traffic on the Edmonds Street Waterfront Connector, in the event of...
Bruce Erickson on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’We saw Bill patrolling in our neighborhood of Seaview one Summer day. My son was 3 at the time. Bill...
Barbara Mercer on Scene in Edmonds: Tree removalAnother beauty of environment is gone! Does anyone think of the birds and wildlife losing their homes?
Donald Williams on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsInteresting relevant article: Ring: The Homeless Industrial Complex http://www.capoliticalreview.com/capoliticalnewsandviews/ring-the-homeless-industrial-complex/
Rebecca Lindahl on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsI completely agree with Carl in his message above. I live in Edmonds because of it's small town atmosphere. If...
Ron Wambolt on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversy" If the concern really is safety, these “immediate” recommendations by Tetra Tech would have been addressed BEFORE any discussion...
Joan Bloom on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyThe first sentence should be “Thank you for referencing Tetra Tech’s Waterfront Access Study.” Brian, Citizens are often blamed for...
Jeffrey Herman on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsCertainly an inexpensive bridge south of the ferry terminal could be built at less cost with no blocking of the...
Carl Brecht on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsSo we need to manage growth in Edmonds? Many would say we have reached a livable population at this time....
Joan Bloom on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyBrian, Thank you for referencing the Tetra Tech report that recommends the Edmonds Waterfront Access Study. You have clearly done...
Joy Trevino on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsI'm for opting out. Less government is better...
Clinton J. Wright on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsHere it is folks, like magic. Seven ready made Council Districts for electing Council members by district, rather than at...
Clinton J. Wright on Letter to the editor: Council should reconsider motion to do connector environmental studiesI agree with Mr. Dale above. Spending a small fortune of taxpayer money to decide if building a concrete bridge...
Sharyn Harmeyer on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’Bill was on the academy staff when I came through as a recruit in 1982, he was also one of...
Lori Rasmussen on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsQuoted from the below site: Overview The Growth Management Act (GMA) is a series of state statutes, first adopted in...
Charles Primm on Scene in Edmonds: Tree removalShameful. Seems we always find a specious excuse to cut down a magnificent tree.
Scott W. Griswold on Letter to the editor: Council should reconsider motion to do connector environmental studiesDear Jay, I completely agree with your letter. We need a bridge! I was so mad that after so many...
Mike Bower on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’Bill was an Honorable Man, with the highest level of integrity, commitment to service, Love of Family and Loyal Friend...
Carl Brecht on City Council receives Edmonds Citizens’ Housing Commission assignmentsNo need to expand housing. The end.
Pat Tilden on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyI agree with Marjorie Fields comment on this issue and thank her.
Allen Dale on Letter to the editor: Council should reconsider motion to do connector environmental studiesLet's keep this simple. Spending a couple million for environmental studies to figure out if putting cement pillars on the...
Gregg Williams on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyThank you, Rebecca, for this well-thought-out letter. I hope everyone reads this carefully and with an open mind.
Joy Trevino on Letter to the editor: The people have spoken, so let’s look at other optionsThere must be other places in the world who have had this type of issue. A has the council checked...
Thomas J Vos on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’What a guy! Working with Bill was a pleasure. And fun. I'm going to miss our discussions about Bob 'The...
Deb Tomson on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’I will miss Mr. Bill.... one of my Starbucks friends. Mr. Bill had an incredible smile that showed what a...
Ron Wambolt on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’For several years before Bill's retirement my wife and I on our daily walk would briefly stop to chat with...
Gail Welfringer on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’A content & happy man, Bill had a heart of gold and was committed to serve his Edmonds PD, his...
J Trevino on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’God bless him..and his family.
Brian Thompson on Letter to the editor: Council should reconsider motion to do connector environmental studiesDon't throw good money after bad. It was the right move to NOT "supplement" the consultant's agreement with City of...
Scot Steffy on Letter to the editor: Council should reconsider motion to do connector environmental studiesPlease stop using the talking point "Safety" when it comes to the connector. The only reason the city was using...
Dana Howell on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’I was in DeMolay with Bill those many years ago, and what you came to know out here was exactly...
Tom Sanger on Letter to the editor: Council should reconsider motion to do connector environmental studiesI would prefer to spend $2.35 million on coming up with a better solution than evaluating the impact of this...
Brent Malgarin on Letter to the editor: Don’t mistake a tactical withdrawal for a victoryRichard, You stated that "my reading of the minutes indicates", please everyone be advised that the City of Edmonds uses...
Gary Haakenson on William K. ‘Bill’ Nelson: Retired Edmonds police officer wants to be remembered as ‘a happy man’Bill was exactly as advertised. Dedicated to Molly, his family and the Edmonds PD. A smile always on his face...
Nathaniel Brown on Police: ‘Suspicious device’ seen at Harbor Square Sunday night deemed safeWhat times we live in. But kudos to the person who was alert enough to call this in.
Susan Paine on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyI think that we need to evaluate and prioritize (is that what he means by triage??) our safety concerns. My...
Clinton J. Wright on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyI pretty much agree with Rebecca on all counts here. I think the problem is systemic to the current form...
Matt Richardson on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyCheers. Brad also said something along the lines of a Triage approach to public safety concerns. What is the most...
Gary Olson on Letter to the editor: Don’t mistake a tactical withdrawal for a victoryThank you to all who worked to prevent the this costly and poorly located waterfront connector project. However, I feel...
Joy Trevino on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyI hope the people currently running for office will see the value in their citizens, which over the last few...
JOHN H ONEILL JR on Hearing more aircraft noise lately? You’re not aloneNoise laws do not apply to federally approved fight operations. The airport WAS there before you were and you KNEW...
William Winterbottom on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyWe have representatives of the community that take part in voting for this project. I believe it would be a...
Ron Wambolt on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyI hate to sound like a pessimist, but I'm also a realist. I have very closely observed city issues here...
Marjie Fields on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyI want to comment about the public input process for the connector project. I went to all the open houses...
Rebecca Elmore-Yalch on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyBrian -- I am sorry that you interpreted my comments as anti-citizen; indeed that is not the case at all....
Dorothy Sacks on ‘That day changed my life forever’: Burned by napalm in Vietnam, woman shares her story of healingWOW!!
Dorothy Sacks on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyThanks for your letter Rebecca. As was stated years ago— A house divided cannot stand. I believe we all want...
Julia Wiese on Waterfront emergency access: Mayoral candidates suggest next stepsHere is a little history on that...https://myedmondsnews.com/2014/06/commentary-edmonds-train-trench-better-future/
Susan Paine on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyMs. Elmore-Yalch - Thank you for continuing to add to this discussion. It's important for our community to stay informed...
Pete Farmer on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyExcellent commentary. City letters should be mailed with option to review online and complete a survey. Not an easy process...
Brent Malgarin on Hearing more aircraft noise lately? You’re not aloneBoeing has been running test flights for nearly forty years out of that airport. If you complain and don't like...
Jim Matheson on Waterfront emergency access: Mayoral candidates suggest next stepsA problem with your calculation is that the events might not be independent. For example a train derailment may cause...
Matt Richardson on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyRebecca, you've been on point on this topic. I owe you coffee. Nigel Farage, when talking about UN assemblies and...
Dave Teitzel on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyMs. Elmore-Yalch: Very good, thoughtful and actionable input. Thank you!
Jan Nicholas on An Edmonds Rotary President’s Kind of Thank You (and look ahead)Well done David Kaufer!
Roberta Stennes on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyRebecca Elmore-Yalch’s letter is insightful regarding what occurred most recently in Edmonds and I really appreciate the resolutions she offers...
Annie K Jacobsen on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyThank you, Rebecca. I hope your three valuable points as read - even if all supporting detail is skimmed through....
Darrol Haug on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyWe should all start by adding to the process and not use this as a launch pad to rehash and...
Barbara Chase on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyThank you, Rebecca. Your thoughtful comments are very helpful and wise. I believe most people DO want what is best....
Theresa Anderson on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyRebecca, Thank you for your thoughtful insights. I agree completely. Sometimes the loudest voice is one sided and may not...
Brad Shipley on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyWell-stated, Rebecca! I believe this is the true lesson here.
Brian Thompson on Letter to the editor: Three takeaways from the Connector controversyWhy are citizens the scape goat? The citizens are not... - who has failed to implement the four "Immediate Actions"...
Brad Shipley on Waterfront emergency access: Mayoral candidates suggest next stepsIt is always easier to look back and critique a process than to predict the future. Again, my belief is...
Richard Yalch on Waterfront emergency access: Mayoral candidates suggest next stepsDouglas, Insightful analysis, reminiscent of the risk decision analyses that I taught my students at UW. Let me extend it...
Brad Shipley on Waterfront emergency access: Mayoral candidates suggest next stepsThank you putting this out there, Douglas!
Susie Schaefer on From the Edmonds Gardener: Top plants to avoid in your gardenThank you Barbara Chase for the excellent list of what not to plant in our gardens. I would like to...
Michael McMurray on Letter to the editor: Don’t mistake a tactical withdrawal for a victoryCaptain Greiner, thank you for all your volunteer work on this project and letter to editors on this subject as...
Kirk Greiner on Letter to the editor: Don’t mistake a tactical withdrawal for a victoryBarbara, During our deliberations on the best solution for the Connector, I thought of a model. I think your idea...
Darrol Haug on Waterfront emergency access: Mayoral candidates suggest next stepsGood Job Douglas.
Nathaniel Brown on Hearing more aircraft noise lately? You’re not aloneIt would be unfair to leave it as just another complaint, and we have to admit that some machines are...
Alicia Crank on Letter to the editor: Don’t mistake a tactical withdrawal for a victoryAgreed.