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City of Edmonds Arts Commission Opening

The City of Edmonds Arts Commission is seeking an Edmonds resident to fill a four-year term position beginning in 2022. The application deadline is November 23, 2021, and candidates should possess a passion for the arts and community involvement. The Commission aims to promote the arts as a vital part of the community and values diversity in its membership.

City of Edmonds Arts Commission Opening

The City of Edmonds Arts Commission is seeking applicants for a four-year term opening in 2022, inviting Edmonds residents passionate about the arts to apply by November 23, 2021. The commission focuses on promoting the arts within the community, with a particular interest in candidates with a background in literary arts. Interested individuals can find the application and position details online.

Downtown Holiday Market Returns for 7th Season

The Downtown Holiday Market in Edmonds, WA, returns for its seventh season, launching on November 6th, 2021, and running for six consecutive Saturdays. Featuring over sixty vendors, the market will offer a variety of holiday gifts, specialty items, and local foods, while encouraging attendees to wear masks amid ongoing COVID-19 concerns.

Downtown Holiday Market Returns for 7th Season

The City of Edmonds is excited to announce the return of its Downtown Holiday Market for its seventh season, starting on November 6, 2021. This year, the market will feature over sixty vendors offering a variety of holiday gifts, food, and entertainment while adhering to health guidelines. The event aims to enhance the festive atmosphere in Downtown Edmonds, alongside the return of the popular Holiday Trolley.

Tsunami Siren Drill Thursday, Oct. 21st

Edmonds, WA, will conduct a tsunami siren drill on Thursday, October 21st, between 11 am and 1 pm, lasting approximately 15 minutes. This annual test coincides with the Great Washington ShakeOut and will feature a tsunami warning sound followed by bilingual instructions to seek higher ground. Residents can listen to a recording of the siren and learn more about preparedness through local resources.

Tsunami Siren Drill Thursday, Oct. 21st

The City of Edmonds has announced a tsunami siren drill scheduled for October 21st, aimed at testing the emergency alert system in conjunction with the Great Washington ShakeOut. The drill will feature the actual tsunami warning sound, followed by bilingual instructions for residents to move to higher ground. This annual exercise is crucial for preparedness against potential tsunami threats in the region.

Edmonds Civic Park - Artist Selection Process

The City of Edmonds, Washington, is moving forward with the development of the Edmonds Civic Park, which will feature a signature artwork at the park plaza entry. A Public Hearing is scheduled for October 19, 2021, where the community can provide input on the selected artist, Clark Wiegman. The artist selection process, facilitated by the Arts Commission, has a budget of $90,000, and aims to engage the public throughout the design development phase.

Edmonds Civic Park - Artist Selection Process

Community members in Edmonds, WA, are invited to a Public Hearing on October 19, 2021, to discuss the selection of Seattle artist Clark Wiegman for the design of a signature artwork at Edmonds Civic Park. The project, facilitated by the City of Edmonds Arts Commission, has a budget of $90,000 and aims to enhance the park's plaza entry with artistic elements. This public engagement marks a significant step in the park's development, which has been delayed due to the pandemic.

Mayor Announces Development Services Director Appointee

Mayor Mike Nelson of Edmonds, Washington, has officially appointed Susan McLaughlin as the new Development Services Director following a thorough recruitment process. McLaughlin brings over twenty years of experience in urban planning, having previously worked in cities across the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand. The City Council is scheduled to vote on her appointment on October 12, 2021.

Mayor Announces Development Services Director Appointee

Mayor Mike Nelson of Edmonds, WA, has appointed Susan McLaughlin as the new Development Services Director following a rigorous selection process. With over twenty years of experience in urban planning and design, McLaughlin brings valuable expertise from her previous roles in various cities, including significant contributions to Christchurch's rebuild after the 2010/2011 earthquakes. The City Council is set to vote on her appointment on October 12, 2021.

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