Redmon outlines partnerships, city projects in speech

Snohomish, WALocal News

Mayor Linda Redmon's State of the City speech underscored the importance of local partnerships in addressing community needs, themed “the Power of Partnerships. ” She highlighted collaborations with nonprofit organizations such as the Snohomish Community Food Bank and Volunteers of America, which help administer essential programs like rent relief. Redmon provided updates on major infrastructure projects, notably the First Street Master Plan, which aims to replace aging pipes to prevent catastrophic failures. She announced the establishment of a public advisory board for the First Street project, aiming to engage the community in planning. Additionally, Redmon discussed the consolidation of city services into a future city campus, funded through bond debt backed by city revenues.

She allocated $75 million for infrastructure projects, while acknowledging the economic challenges posed by national financial conditions. The mayor emphasized a proactive approach to funding critical community needs amid uncertainty. Redmon concluded with a message of community unity and cooperation.

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