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The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hold meetings starting June 30, 2025, and continuing through August 31, 2028. This initiative involves various sectors including financial regulation and non-profit organizations, aiming to address financial reforms in the local economy.
Snohomish County seeks public comment on its first Community Wildfire Protection Plan, which aims to enhance wildfire preparedness. The plan includes strategies to improve forest health and mitigate fire risks, with feedback accepted until July 30.
Snohomish County cities begin a Stage 1 outdoor burning ban effective July 1, 2025, due to high fire danger. The ban prohibits all residential burning, including permits, but allows recreational fires under strict conditions. The ban may be extended depending on fire risk levels.
Snohomish County secured a $10 million grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology to enhance floodplain management in the Snohomish River Basin. The funding supports 13 projects aimed at reconnecting 366 acres of floodplain and restoring 28.5 miles of river, significantly mitigating flood risks and promoting ecological health.
Everett will increase the minimum wage to $20.24 per hour for workers at large employers starting July 1, following a city initiative approved by voters. Small businesses have until July 2027 to comply, while mid-sized employers must pay at least $18.29 by 2026.
A shooting in Everett, Washington, left one man dead and another in critical condition. The incident occurred on Evergreen Way, prompting an investigation by the Everett Police Department's major crime unit. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police.
Police are searching for two women linked to a series of thefts at jewelry and coin stores along the I-5 corridor. The suspects are believed to be part of an organized theft ring targeting valuable items. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
CVS plans to acquire 64 Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs locations in the Pacific Northwest, including multiple stores in Snohomish County. The transition, expected to be completed by late summer or fall, will involve rebranding the Bartell stores to CVS. Rite Aid continues to face bankruptcy, with plans to close several locations.
Snohomish County prepares for the 2025 Point-in-Time Count of homelessness, a critical measure for assessing housing needs. This count assists local agencies in tracking progress and securing funding to combat homelessness. The Human Services Department aims to meet basic needs and promote community development.
Snohomish County property owners will receive new assessment notices on June 27, 2025, reflecting a 6.26% increase in residential property values and a 2.68% rise in commercial values for 2024. The overall countywide increase is 5.51%, driven by market sales that determine assessed valuations. Property owners can verify their property details and appeal their assessments through the Assessor’s Office.