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Commentary: The reasons for repealing Ordinance 4079
My Edmonds News – August 4, 2023
Council Member Diane Buckshnis lobbies on behalf of citizens to repeal a “Planned Action Ordinance” (#4079) as the 2017 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is outdated and needed to be updated. Unfortunately the update of this site specific EIS has been pushed out until 2025 and that is unacceptable. ... continue reading
Buckshnis concedes primary race for mayor, says she won’t endorse either frontrunner
My Edmonds News – August 4, 2023
Edmonds mayoral candidate Diane Buckshnis on Friday conceded the election to her primary opponents, adding that she won’t endorse either of the frontrunners — incumbent Mayor Mike Nelson or challenger Mike Rosen — during the November general election. “With gratitude to all Edmonds citizens, I am conceding the primary election for mayor,” Buckshnis wrote in a statement released Friday morning. “I want to thank all ... continue reading
Narrowing the field | Mayoral candidates offer answers on visions for the future
Edmonds Beacon – July 29, 2023
Edmonds voters face an ultra-important decision this election season: Who do they want to lead the city during the next four years as it faces numerous challenges – from housing affordability, the future of Highway 99, and the overall vision of Edmonds? But first, voters have to narrow the field from four to two. Who will be the two finalists moving on the the general election? Incumbent Mayor … continue reading
Coastline cities should be exempt from state zoning mandates | Guest View
Edmonds Beacon – February 23, 2023
There continues to be a huge flaw in all discussions regarding the Growth Management Act (GMA) and planning: the unintended consequences to the environment. Your presidential bid had one major platform on the impacts of climate change, and yet your discussions regarding housing do not address geomorphic events as they continue to be explosive and more frequent … continue reading
Off-leash dog park needs public’s help to continue
Edmonds Beacon – October 20, 2022
Let’s say you have a dog or two. They need sunshine and fresh air, so you shuttle them to the off-leash dog park at Marina Beach.You enjoy the views – they have to be the best views from a dog park in the state – and catching the smiling faces of like-minded dog owners. Maybe you will make a few friends. Maybe your dogs make a few friends. Continuing on, let’s say that Off Leash Area Edmonds (OLAE) … continue reading
Councilmember Diane Buckshnis hosting town hall meetings in October
My Edmonds News – September 28, 2022
Edmonds City Councilmember Diane Buckshnis is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings in October, in three different Edmonds neighborhoods. “When the 2023 budget becomes available from Mayor Nelson, it seems like a good time to check in with residents and hear about their concerns and suggestions,” Buckshnis said. All are invited to attend and discuss the budget or anything else on their mind. Here’s the schedule … continue reading
Celebrating the life of Kristiana Johnson
Edmonds Beacon – September 6, 2022
More than 100 people – many of them current and former members of City staff and City Council – celebrated the life of the late Councilmember Kristiana Johnson Monday, Aug. 29, at City Park.Johnson died July 18 at age 70 during her third term … continue reading
Edmonds Rotary, CASA partner with Edmonds Bookshop to provide Black history books to at-risk youth
My Edmonds News – February 7, 2022
In honor of Black History Month, the Edmonds Rotary and the Edmonds Bookshop once again joined hands with the Snohomish County CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocate) program to provide 175 Black history-themed books for direct distribution to at-risk youths served by CASA. CASA volunteers serve as court-appointed special advocates for children who have landed in the state’s foster system, many of whom … continue reading
What is the hubbub over CIP/CFP? | Guest View
Edmonds Beacon – December 5, 2019
Edmonds has two documents used for budgetary planning as it prioritizes projects, outlines expected costs and funding sources, and fulfills long-range planning objectives. One is the Capital Improvement Program, or CIP. The other is the Capital F… continue reading