Prop 1 donations, spending and endorsements plus latest candidate financials

Edmonds, WALocal News

The upcoming vote on Edmonds' proposed $14. 5 million levy lid lift has intensified fundraising efforts on both sides as election day approaches. The "Yes! For Edmonds" campaign has raised $26,877. 85 from 65 contributors, with the Edmonds Police Officers Union making the largest donation of $10,000.

Conversely, the "Keep Edmonds Affordable" campaign has raised $24,298. 13, which includes a $6,000 loan from Theresa Hollis. No current councilmembers supported the No campaign, while several current councilmembers and former Mayor Dave Earling endorsed the Yes campaign. The campaigns are focusing on mobilizing community support and emphasizing their respective positions on the levy. Each campaign has outlined spending details, with the Yes campaign spending $2,658.

95 and the No campaign spending $1,447. 09 as of mid-October 2025. The election on November 4 is expected to have a significant impact on local funding and services. Voter turnout will be crucial in determining the outcome of this contentious measure.

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