Will Geschke, Author at HeraldNet.com

Everett considering 6% utility tax increase

Will Geschke — Thu, 14 May 2026 22:15:00 +0000

It would raise about $7.5 million toward the general fund at a cost of about $12 per month for the average ratepayer, city staff said.

Everett schools to replace some water outlets after lead testing

Will Geschke — Thu, 14 May 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Water from some outlets in schools contained elevated levels of lead, state testing showed. Temporary measures are already in place to prevent lead exposure.

Everett grad students propose vacancy tax for large retailers

Will Geschke — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The tax, which the city has yet to formally consider, would be levied on larger storefronts vacant for more than 18 months.

Court dismisses EvCC appeal of public meetings ruling

Will Geschke — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The college had argued a judge’s ruling last year to hold a vote before closing its Early Learning Center would lead to burdensome requirements.

Aging school infrastructure impacts Snohomish County students, districts say

Will Geschke — Tue, 12 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

A leaking middle school floor, and the work needed to replace it, was indicative of the challenges of aging buildings across the Mukilteo School District, officials said.

New passenger ferry to connect Everett, Langley

Will Geschke — Mon, 11 May 2026 21:54:00 +0000

The walk-on ferry, a pilot program for the ports of Everett and South Whidbey, will operate two days a week this summer.

Officials: Higher gas prices won’t impact SnoCo transit

Will Geschke — Sat, 09 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Transportation officials said careful planning will prevent impacts to service from the jump in fuel costs.

Proposed Sound Transit plan would spare Everett Link from delays

Will Geschke — Fri, 08 May 2026 22:14:00 +0000

The plan would come at the cost of the Sounder N Line commuter rail service, which would end by 2033.

Everett approves new land use zone for manufactured homes

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

The zoning change will protect seven mobile home communities across the city from being redeveloped.

Everett Farmers Market will return Sunday

Will Geschke — Thu, 07 May 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The season begins Sunday and will continue weekly through October.