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Election 2025 Brandon Kimmel challenges Escamilla for Lynnwood City Council Pos. 1

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Snohomish County's primary elections are scheduled for August 5, with Lynnwood City Council's Positions 1 and 3 contested by six candidates. Incumbent Derica Escamilla seeks to maintain her seat against challengers Brandon Kimmel and Dio Boucsieguez. Kimmel, who founded a private security firm, draws from personal experience, having faced homelessness after losing his job due to COVID-19 vaccine mandates. He identifies drug addiction and mental health challenges as critical issues for Lynnwood, vowing to push for effective solutions. Kimmel advocates for a police substation at Alderwood Mall and aims to abolish or reevaluate the city's red light ticket system.

He believes these measures will alleviate financial burdens on residents. Kimmel also calls for changes to sidewalk maintenance policies, arguing that public sidewalks should be the city's responsibility. His campaign emphasizes public safety, vocational education, and cultural initiatives.

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