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Snohomish County seeks qualified organizations to provide home-delivered meals for adults aged 60 and older. The program aims to enhance health and independence for home-bound seniors, with a contract potentially worth $939,036 for an initial period from July to December 2026. A mandatory Letter of Intent is required by December 2, 2025, to apply.
Everett seeks applicants for its Charter Review Board, which will update the city’s constitution-like Charter in 2026. Residents can apply until December 5, with any changes subject to voter approval on the November 2026 ballot.
Snohomish residents petitioned the county Boundary Review Board to reconsider a proposed annexation that would expand city limits into the North Ridge neighborhood. The petition, signed by 79 residents, argues that the annexation map fails to meet state contiguity requirements. A public hearing will be scheduled to address these concerns.
Aaron Hoffman won the Snohomish mayoral election, defeating incumbent Linda Redmon by 185 votes. Voter turnout exceeded 50%, with over 3,800 ballots cast, marking a significant local election. Hoffman plans to prioritize employee relations and scrutinize the proposed Civic Campus project.
The Snohomish Education Foundation's Annual Auction on Nov. 1 raised over $460,000, marking a record total and highest attendance in the event's history. Proceeds will fund classroom grants, scholarships, and essential needs support for the Snohomish School District.
A federal lawsuit against Snohomish County alleges that multiple minors were sexually abused by staff at juvenile prisons from the 1980s to 2006. The plaintiffs, aged 10 to 17 at the time of the incidents, claim they were coerced into sexual acts or molested by adult guards. The county plans to respond to the allegations in court.
Snohomish County will increase dump fees in January for the first time since 2009, raising the standard household fee to $30 for up to 360 pounds. The County Council approved the increase to maintain smooth operations in the solid waste department. Tipping fees for waste haulers will also rise, while recycling remains free.
Everett City Council extended the "no sit, no lie" ordinance for two more years, allowing enforcement of buffer zones against sitting or lying on sidewalks. Supporters argue the measure enhances safety and business, while critics claim it criminalizes homelessness without addressing root issues.
Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin won re-election with 55% of the vote against challenger Scott Murphy. Judge Tam Bui also secured a position on the State Court of Appeals, defeating Judge Karen Moore with 52% of the votes. Significant changes occurred in local councils, including new members in Snohomish School Board and Lake Stevens City Council.
Snohomish United will launch a new adult women's team in the USL-W League starting in 2026, marking the county's first entry into this pre-professional soccer tier. The team aims to provide a pathway for young local players and includes alumni from the youth organization. Tryouts for the women's team are scheduled for December.