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South County Fire’s Board of Commissioners approved a balanced budget of over $130 million for 2026, shifting funding from property taxes to a benefit charge based on building size and risk. The budget includes funding for 30 additional firefighters and six administrative staff, with an average homeowner's cost increasing by just over $7 per month.
Meadowdale High School organizes a Charleston Wrap and gifts fundraiser to benefit the Class of 2026 Grad Night. The fundraiser, which requires no registration, runs until November 28, and all non-personalized items will be shipped directly to supporters.
The State Department of Fish and Wildlife granted a temporary permit to the City of Edmonds to clear debris from Perrinville Creek, aiming to mitigate flooding risks before the rainy season. This limited work must be completed by January 13, 2026, and does not include maintenance of existing structures. Local residents express concern over flooding, while environmentalists worry about the impact on fish passage.
Scotty’s Food Truck operates in the Edmonds Calvary Church parking lot from Nov. 20-22, offering various seafood dishes. The truck will be closed the following week for Thanksgiving, and customers can call ahead to reduce wait times.
Washington launched a new specialty license plate honoring pickleball, the state sport, on November 20, 2025. The initiative, led by the Seattle Metro Pickleball Association, aims to support the development of public pickleball courts. The plate is part of a broader rollout of specialty plates authorized by state lawmakers.
Woodland Park Zoo invites applications for its Community Access Program, offering over 100,000 free tickets annually to local non-profit and human service organizations. This initiative aims to enhance access to the zoo for underserved communities. Interested organizations can apply to participate in the program.
The Edmonds United Methodist Church will host its annual Holiday Bazaar on November 21 and 22, offering a variety of vendors and silent auction items. Proceeds from the event will support local charities. The bazaar will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church's lower level.
Edmonds City Councilmember Vivian Olson will host a listening session on Nov. 23 to discuss the recent failure of Proposition 1 and gather public feedback on city issues. The open house event will take place at the Edmonds Library from 1-2:30 p.m. and aims to facilitate community dialogue.
The Edmonds City Council Committee discussed potential revenue generation strategies, including a short-term utility tax, paid parking, and a business and occupation tax. The council plans to draft an ordinance for a utility tax, while the Economic Development Commission presented findings on paid parking, highlighting both potential revenue benefits and community concerns.
Community Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule for buses and DART paratransit on Thanksgiving Day, November 27. Sound Transit buses and Link light rail will also follow the Sunday schedule, while Zip Shuttle will maintain regular hours. Regular bus service resumes on November 28.