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Everett may fund study of possible annexation

Will Geschke — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +0000

A proposed budget amendment would set aside $200,000 to study annexing land, likely in areas south of the city.

Everett to consider increased utility tax rate

Will Geschke — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The city currently charges a 6% fee for utility services. The new tax could increase that to 12%.

Everett proposes more changes to utility billing timelines

Will Geschke — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The city is proposing the changes with the hope of preventing excessive late fees, staff said.

Everett distributes annual human needs grants

Will Geschke — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The city allocated about $338,000 worth of grants to service providers across the city.

Everett’s new deputy mayor wants ‘organized urgency’ amid coming change

Will Geschke — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Mike Fong, who brings a litany of experience to the role, is hoping to seize on regional growth to build the city’s economy.

Everett would need another $38M to build stadium, documents show

Will Geschke — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The project, if approved, would now cost $120 million, staff shared at a city council retreat. It was previously projected to cost $82 million.

Everett mayor issues directive outlining ICE response

Will Geschke — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Among other actions, it prevents immigration agents from entering non-public city property without a warrant and directs Everett police to take action if they see excessive use of force.

In letter, community groups ask Everett to take action on ICE

Will Geschke — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Everett mayor Cassie Franklin said she would issue a directive next week to address the concerns raised by the letter, signed by over 30 nonprofits and businesses.

Everett approves law to crack down on unpermitted food stands

Will Geschke — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The new law makes it a misdemeanor to operate food stand businesses without first getting proper city and county permits.

Everett to pilot new districtwide neighborhood meetings

Will Geschke — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Neighborhoods will still hold regular meetings, but regular visits from the mayor, city council members and police chief will take place at larger districtwide events.