The attorney for Kim Cole, Mayor Mike Cooper’s former executive assistant and a current member of the Lynnwood City Council, has released a statement on Cole’s behalf regarding her resignation,…
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Humann won’t speculate on what led to her firing, but confirms state auditor investigation
So far, no one that My Edmonds News has spoken with is willing to go on the record about what led to the firing of City of Edmonds Human Resources…
Latest PDC records show Earling receiving more support from individuals, Edmonds residents
The latest Public Disclosure Reports show that Edmonds mayoral challenger Dave Earling is drawing the majority of his financial support from individuals living in Edmonds, while less than half of…
Wednesday vote counts in: Buckshnis edges closer to Wilcox
Just 87 votes separate incumbent Edmonds City Councilmember Diane Buckshnis and her challenger Bob Wilcox, according to the latest election returns posted Wednesday. Buckshnis now has 3,241 votes, or 45…
Former Edmonds councilmember, mayoral candidate Mauri Moore endorses Earling
Edmonds mayoral candidate Dave Earling’s campaign Monday announced that former Edmonds City Councilmember Mauri Moore — who unsuccessfully ran against former Mayor Gary Haakenson in 2007 — has endorsed Earling…
Sound Transit launches new Edmonds Station for train commuters
Calling it “just the kind of access that’s key for our community,” Edmonds Mayor Mike Cooper and other dignitaries gathered Friday morning to dedicate the new Edmonds Sound Transit rail…
Mayor signs ‘Complete Streets’ law aimed at accommodating all travelers
Edmonds Mayor Mike Cooper gathered with a group of stakeholders Friday to sign ordinance 3842, “Complete Streets,” into law. The new ordinance will ensure that when the City of Edmonds…
Earling launches mayoral campaign with promise to provide Edmonds with direction
Declaring that the current Edmonds City Council and Mayor are “rudderless,” Dave Earling launched his campaign for Mayor of Edmonds to about 100 supporters gathered at Arista Wine Cellars Thursday…
Mike Cooper officially files to retain job as Edmonds Mayor
Mike Cooper made it official that he intends to seek a full term as Edmonds mayor, filing for office Monday morning. His sole opponent so far is former Edmonds City…
Edmonds ceremony honors fallen soldiers and the artist who paints them
For 29 years, the Edmonds Cemetery – the final resting place for many war veterans — has been honoring fallen soldiers with its annual Memorial Day service. On this Memorial…
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Citing city’s need for ‘better leadership,’ Dave Earling announces he will run for Edmonds mayor
Stating that “our community can do better in City Hall,” former Edmonds City Councilmember Dave Earling Monday announced his candidacy for Mayor of Edmonds. Earling is the first candidate to…
Report: Edmonds councilmembers’ conduct didn’t violate state, federal laws
If you have attended an Edmonds City Council meeting during the past year – or watched the taped version on local cable television – it’s likely you are familiar with…
Officials get a lesson in what it takes to form a regional fire service
A group of about 75 representatives of South Snohomish and North King County municipalities — including mayors, city councilmembers, city managers and fire chiefs — packed the third floor of…
Edmonds City Council delays action on potential bond payoff
By Harry Gatjens After an hour of discussion about the refunding and potential payoff of City of Edmonds bonds, the Council finally decided to do more research on REET (real…
Citizen Harry: A closer look at Edmonds’ finances, and where we go from here
By Harry Gatjens Councilmember DJ Wilson on Thursday night hosted his second meeting to address Edmonds’ future economic possibilities, with about 30 people attending, including Mayor Mike Cooper, Councilmember Lora…
Edmonds City Council gets to work on budget amendments
Edmonds City Councilmembers rolled up their collective sleeves Tuesday night and began suggesting amendments to Mayor Mike Cooper’s proposed 2011 City of Edmonds budget. All suggested amendments, which were submitted…
Stop studying Edmonds for Clinton ferry run, Cooper tells officials
Washington State Ferries staff left Edmonds Wednesday night secure in the knowledge that city officials aren’t interested in absorbing the additional ferry traffic from Clinton ferry run. Mayor Mike Cooper…
This week: Edmonds meetings on proposed ferry terminal expansion
Some important dates for citizens this week in Edmonds, as the Washington State Ferries comes to town with a public meeting to receive feedback on a proposal that could include…
Stars and sponsors shine at Edmonds Film Festival Saturday
Council looks to hire budget analyst as information concerns continue
The Edmonds City Council Tuesday night wasn’t able to pass the city’s proposed mid-year budget amendment — a source of recent controversy — but Council President Steve Bernheim said he…