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Lynnwood City Council members participated in Bike Everywhere Day on May 14, starting at the Celebration Station on the Interurban Trail. The event aimed to promote cycling and community engagement, with activities kicking off early in the morning.
The My Neighborhood News Network partnered with Se Habla Media to provide daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility and reach a broader audience in the Lynnwood area.
Lynnwood's parks department seeks volunteers for its South Lynnwood Park stewardship event on May 17, from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants will help remove invasive plants and assist with restoration efforts, with tools and gloves provided. This initiative aims to enhance urban forests and wetlands over five years, funded by a $1.3 million USDA grant.
Thirty-eight volunteers from the Snohomish County CASA program received the President's Volunteer Service Award for their advocacy efforts in 2024. The recognition ceremony took place in April, highlighting the volunteers' commitment to supporting children in the dependency court system. Each recipient received a medal, pin, and a personalized letter from former President Joe Biden.
Washington state officials face budget challenges after bids for up to five new hybrid electric ferries came in higher than expected. The lowest bid from Eastern Shipbuilding Group was $251 million for the first vessel, with state officials concerned about rising costs and limited competition in the shipbuilding industry.
Lynnwood City Council debated proposed changes to residency requirements amid concerns over Council Vice President Josh Binda's residency. Councilmember Patrick Decker suggested an ordinance tightening residency rules for elected officials, requiring proof of residency within city limits. The proposal aims to ensure accountability and transparency in local governance.
Beck’s Funeral Home now offers Alkaline Hydrolysis, or Water Cremation, as a method for reducing human remains. This eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation consumes less energy and emits fewer greenhouse gases. For preplanning needs, interested individuals can contact Planning Advisor Julie Hartman.
Quail Park of Lynnwood donated $2,000 and 25 backpacks filled with hygiene items to Esther’s Place, a nonprofit supporting homeless women in Everett, on May 12. The donation aims to bolster the organization's efforts in providing essential resources and a safe environment for women facing homelessness. Executive Director Marian Sanchez emphasized the community's pride in supporting Esther’s Place's mission.
Washington state lawmakers failed to address overcrowding at the Green Hill School juvenile detention center, which has faced unsafe conditions due to housing 220-240 minors despite a safe capacity of 180. Proposed bills aimed at reforming youth detention practices stalled in the House, leaving the facility on track for continued overcrowding.
The Edmonds Floretum Garden Club will host speaker Christina Pfeiffer on May 19 to discuss soil care tactics for gardens. The meeting will take place at Edmonds City Hall, where officers will also be elected for the next program year. All community members are invited to attend.