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The City of Issaquah mourns the passing of former Mayor AJ Culver, who died at the age of 92 on April 9, 2025. Culver served as mayor from 1982 to 1989 and made significant contributions to the city and the broader King County area. His legacy includes leadership roles in various civic organizations and a distinguished career at Boeing, where he was involved in the Apollo moon landing.
The article provides essential tips for homeowners on how to protect their residences from pests during the spring season. It emphasizes the importance of cleanliness, proper trash management, and landscaping maintenance to deter unwanted critters. The author, Sarah Hoey, also advises on when it may be necessary to hire an exterminator for more serious infestations.
The article titled "1,000+ Hours of Impact" highlights an upcoming community event in Issaquah Highlands set for April 9, 2025. This event aims to foster community building, particularly involving local middle school students and the advisory board, as part of broader business and finance initiatives. The focus is on engaging residents and strengthening community ties through active participation.
Issaquah police reported a total of 390 calls for service last week, with notable incidents including a fatal accident and multiple thefts. Authorities urge residents to secure their vehicles and wear seatbelts to prevent serious injuries.
The Issaquah City Council is working to enhance transparency in its candidate appointment process during a recent meeting. Councilmembers expressed the need for clearer communication with applicants to ensure a fair and accessible selection system.
The Issaquah City Council is preparing for potential federal funding cuts that could severely impact behavioral health services in Washington State. Deputy Council President Barbara de Michele highlighted the dire consequences of these cuts during a recent meeting, emphasizing their threat to mental health and substance abuse treatment access.
The Issaquah City Council is discussing the implementation of standardized questions to ensure fairness in candidate interviews for vacant positions. The council is also focusing on improving transparency in the selection process to enhance communication with prospective candidates.
The Issaquah City Council has proclaimed April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, emphasizing the need to address sexual violence and support survivors. The proclamation, read by Deputy Council President Barbara de Michele, highlights the disproportionate impact of sexual assault on marginalized communities and encourages community action.
The Issaquah City Council is looking to revise its vacancy filling procedures after receiving feedback from a recent appointment process. Concerns about fairness and efficiency led councilmembers to propose changes, including advance questions and limiting nominees.
The Washington State Commerce Department is inviting public feedback on the draft update to the 2025-2026 Consolidated Plan, which outlines the distribution of federal housing funds over the next four years. This plan aims to support low-income households and address community development needs in the state. A virtual public hearing will be held on April 10, 2025, to discuss the findings, with comments accepted until May 7, 2025.