Your trusted source for local Edmonds, WA news, updated daily with the most important stories from your community.
Edmonds City Council approved a minor tree code revision aimed at updating tree regulations and addressing recent litigation. The council also confirmed a new public works director and discussed amendments to housing rules in the North Bowl Hub area. Community members expressed support for the collaborative decision-making process regarding the North Bowl Hub changes.
Edmonds City Council will appoint a student representative on October 14, 2025. The initiative aims to engage local youth in municipal governance and decision-making. Students interested in applying can find details on the council's official website.
Donations for and against the proposed $14.5 million levy lid lift in Edmonds have surged ahead of the November 4 vote. The "Yes! For Edmonds" campaign raised $26,877.85, while the "Keep Edmonds Affordable" campaign garnered $24,298.13 as of mid-October 2025.
The South County Fire Board will conduct public hearings on its proposed 2026 budget and benefit charge on October 21 at 7 p.m. The budget aims to address community needs while slightly increasing costs for homeowners, adding 30 firefighters and six administrative staff.
The Dining Dog in Edmonds’ Firdale Village will host a Halloween event on Saturday, October 25. Participants can register starting at noon for a costume walk and pie-eating contest, with additional activities for dogs available afterward.
Port of Edmonds Commissioners reviewed their 2024-2030 strategic plan and discussed emergency management at a meeting on October 14, 2025. The plan focuses on community partnerships, sustainable operations, and financial goals, while the port prepares to finalize its Snohomish County Hazard Mitigation Plan, which aims to address risks from hazards.
A majority of the Edmonds Port Commission plans to attend the Candidate Conversations event on October 16, 2025, at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. The event will feature discussions with candidates for the Edmonds City Council and Port Commission. Details on attendance can be found on My Edmonds News.
More than 200 people participated in the inaugural “stubus – Indigenous Walking Tour” at the Edmonds Waterfront Center on Indigenous Peoples Day. The tour highlights 16 significant sites related to the Coast Salish tribes, aiming to deepen understanding of Indigenous culture and history. Community leader Diana White emphasized the importance of sharing Native stories and connections to the land.
Washington's paid family and medical leave program faces a potential deficit of hundreds of millions of dollars within the next few years unless legislative action is taken. The program's financial sustainability is at risk, prompting calls for urgent intervention from lawmakers.
My Edmonds News expresses gratitude to city employees for their essential roles in maintaining Edmonds. The article highlights their contributions in various sectors, emphasizing the importance of their work in the community.