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Veterans Plaza Call For Designs
VETERANS PLAZA CALL FOR DESIGNS
Press Release
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: 2014 Pavement Preservation Program
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: 2014 Pavement Preservation Program
(Edmonds – WA) Snohomish County maintenance crews will be applying Bituminous Surface Treatments – or “chip seals” – to several local streets the week of July 21st. read more
(Edmonds – WA) Snohomish County maintenance crews will be applying Bituminous Surface Treatments – or “chip seals” – to several local streets the week of July 21st. read more
Help Local Entrepreneurs: Remember to Patronize Five Corners Businesses
(Edmonds – WA) With construction of the new five corners roundabout well-underway, the City would like to remind residents that they can help support local entrepreneurs at that intersection by patronizing their establishments. read more
Mayor Earling Appoints Patrick Doherty to the Community Services Economic Development Director Position
(Edmonds, WA) Mayor Dave Earling is appointing Patrick Doherty to fill the Community Services Economic Development Director position, and will be seeking City Council confirmation on Tuesday, July 22, 2014. Mr. Doherty is scheduled to begin his work with the City on July 30, 2014. read more
200th St. SW Road Closure
200th St SW Road Closure
Between 76th Avenue West and 80th Avenue West
(Edmonds – WA) The City’s contractor has encountered unexpected soil conditions during deep excavation for the new sewer main in 200th St SW, west of 76th Avenue as part of the City’s annual sewermain replacement project. Due to soil conditions and public safety, 200th St SW between 76th Ave W and 80th Ave West is closed to through traffic until the new sewermain is completed, expected to be July 23, 2014. Local access will remain open to residents, first responders, mail, garbage, and recycling services for the duration of construction in that area.
Click here for Press Release
July is Park & Recreation Month
July is Park & Recreation MonthPRESS RELEASE | POSTER | PARKS | RECREATION
City Experiencing Technology Complications
(Edmonds – WA) The City of Edmonds has been experiencing technical difficulties over the past week with their phone and email systems. Last week the city’s aging phone system went down and this week the overburdened computer servers suffered the same failure with City staff unable to send or receive emails. read more
The City's email system is back up and running. Over the next couple of months the IT Department will be making upgrades to ensure the system continues to function properly. We thank you for your patience during this time!
The City's email system is back up and running. Over the next couple of months the IT Department will be making upgrades to ensure the system continues to function properly. We thank you for your patience during this time!
Businesses Take the City of Edmonds Green Business Pledge
(Edmonds – WA) Congratulations and thank you to our local businesses who took the green business pledge during the first round of pledging: Gallery North
Merri Lee Jacobs, PhD Psychologist
Landau Associates
Walnut Street Coffee
Cheesemonger’s Table
City of Edmonds Public Works Department
As part of the City of Edmonds’ efforts to encourage environmental awareness... read more
FREE Water Conservation Kits
The City of Edmonds is providing a limited number of free water-saver kits to its customers this year. There are two types of water-saver kits available on a first-come first-serve basis, while supplies last. At this time there is also a limited supply of free automatic shut-off watering timer devices - for use with lawn sprinklers or drip irrigation hoses. Click here for more information.
Summer Family Fun - Upcoming Free Events
Edmonds to Receive Governor's Smart Communities Award
Mayor Schedules First Town Hall
(Edmonds - WA) In an effort to increase communication between the City and Edmonds residents, Mayor Dave Earling has scheduled the first in a series of town hall meetings he plans to host throughout Edmonds. First up - Perrinville... read more
Summer Lawn Watering Calendar Available
The City of Everett, purveyor of potable water to the south Snohomish County region, has published their recommended lawn watering calendar for the summer of 2014. Click here to view, download, and print the calendar. Physical copies are available at the Edmonds Public Works Operations and Maintenance Center located at 7110 210th St SW.
2015 Tourism Promotion Award Applications
2015 Tourism Promotion Awards
The City of Edmonds Arts Commission is accepting applications for the 2015 Tourism Promotion Awards program. The objective of the program is to award contracts for services to promote arts and culture events and programs that attract audience from outside of Edmonds and contribute to cultural tourism. The funding is through a portion of the City of Edmonds Lodging Tax Fund and awards are recommended by the Edmonds Arts Commission to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for review and final approval by City Council during the budget process. Generally awards do not exceed $2,000 per organization. Not for profit arts and cultural organizations are eligible to apply for projects promoting arts and culture programs and events.
Applications are due June 18, 2014. Application forms are available here.
The City of Edmonds Arts Commission is accepting applications for the 2015 Tourism Promotion Awards program. The objective of the program is to award contracts for services to promote arts and culture events and programs that attract audience from outside of Edmonds and contribute to cultural tourism. The funding is through a portion of the City of Edmonds Lodging Tax Fund and awards are recommended by the Edmonds Arts Commission to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for review and final approval by City Council during the budget process. Generally awards do not exceed $2,000 per organization. Not for profit arts and cultural organizations are eligible to apply for projects promoting arts and culture programs and events.
Applications are due June 18, 2014. Application forms are available here.
Summer Camp Registration NOW open!
Adopt-A-Flower Basket - Don't Miss Out
Volunteer Opportunities
Are you interested in serving the Edmonds' community? City of Edmonds Boards and Commissions are a great way to do that. Here's a list of current openings:
• Architectural Design Board
• Arts Commission Student Representative
• Cemetery Board
• Historic Preservation Commission
• Library Board
• Planning Board
• Sister City Commission
• Tree Board Student Representative
You can find out more about each of these openings and get an application by going to the Boards and Commissions Openings webpage. You can also contact the Mayor's Office by phone @ 425.771.0247 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
City Hires New Development Services Director
(Edmonds – WA) At the Tuesday, March 11th Edmonds City Council meeting the Council confirmed Mayor Earling’s appointment of Shane Hope as the new Development Services Director. read more
City Hires New Finance Director
(Edmonds, WA) The City of Edmonds is pleased to announce that Mr. Scott James has been hired as the City's new Finance Director. read more
International Travel Opportunity for Students
(Edmonds, WA) The Edmonds Sister City Commission has extended the deadline for applciations for the 2014 Student Exchange program with Hekinan Japan. read more
Mayor Earling's 2014 State of the City Address
2014 State of the City Address
(Edmonds, WA) Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 20th for the 2014 State of the City Address presented by Mayor Dave Earling. Mayor Earling will discuss the challenges and triumphs of the past year, progress for the coming year, and long-term strategies for 2014 and beyond. read more
For more information please contact Carolyn LaFave by phone at 425.771.0247 or by
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Edmonds Strategic Plan
Strategic Action Plan
2014 Governor's Smart Communities Award Winner!
Strategic Action Plan adopted April 2, 2013
Strategic Action Plan Implementation
2014 Governor's Smart Communities Award Winner!
Strategic Action Plan adopted April 2, 2013
Strategic Action Plan Implementation
Roger Neumaier Announces his Resignation
(Edmonds - WA) The City's most recently hired department director Roger Neumaier has submitted his letter of resignation to Mayor Dave Earling, effective January 31, 2014. read more
Council in process of appointing for position #6 vacancy.
The deadline for accepting applications for the City of Edmonds Council Position #6 vacancy closed on 1/17/2014 at 4:30 p.m. The Council is now in the process of filling that vacancy. The Council received applications from the following (listed in alphabetic order):
1. Deborah Anderson
2. Steve Bernheim
3. Kathleen Dewhirst
4. Harry Gatjens
5. Randy Hayden
6. Tim E. Healy
7. Philip Lopresti
8. Thomas W Mesaros
9. Carreen Nordling Rubenkonig
10. Alvin A. Rutledge
11. Timothy A. Schell
12. Stephen C. Schroeder
13. Val Stewart (Withdrew application.)
14. Neil Tibbott
15. Ron Wambolt
1. Deborah Anderson
2. Steve Bernheim
3. Kathleen Dewhirst
4. Harry Gatjens
5. Randy Hayden
6. Tim E. Healy
7. Philip Lopresti
8. Thomas W Mesaros
9. Carreen Nordling Rubenkonig
10. Alvin A. Rutledge
11. Timothy A. Schell
12. Stephen C. Schroeder
13. Val Stewart (Withdrew application.)
14. Neil Tibbott
15. Ron Wambolt
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan Ready for Citizen Review
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan Ready for Citizen Review
View the press release
View the Draft PROS Plan
View the press release
View the Draft PROS Plan
Councilmember Yamamoto Resigns
(Edmonds – WA) Edmonds Mayor Dave Earling was informed today of the resignation of Edmonds City Councilmember Frank Yamamoto effective December 31, 2013. Councilmember Yamamoto cited health concerns as the reason for his resignation. Mr. Yamamoto has been on the City Council since January of 2012. press release
Point Edwards Building 10 Decision Postponed
(Edmonds – WA) Due to unforeseen circumstances, special counsel Carol Morris is unable to attend the December 3rd City Council meeting. As a result, the review of the Building 10 Findings and Conclusions, regarding the appeals of the ADB’s approval of Building 10, will be continued to a future date. The item has been moved to the December 17, 2013 Council meeting for council discussion and potential action.
Boards & Commissions Openings
The City of Edmonds is currently seeking volunteer applicants to serve on the following Boards and Commission:- Edmonds Cemetery Board ~ 2 openings
- Architectural Design Board ~ 1 opening
- Planning Board ~ 1 opening
- Sister City Commission ~ 2 openings
- Library Board ~ 1 opening
For more information, or an application, please visit our Boards & Commissions' webpage or contact the Mayor's Office by phone 425.771.0247 or email.
76th Ave Waterline Project
For Information on the 76th Ave Waterline Project click here
For Additional Information from the City of Lynnwood click here
For Additional Information from the City of Lynnwood click here
For information on 2014 - 2019 Draft CIP & CFP
Free 2014 Historic Edmonds Calendar available now
The 2014 version of the popular Historic Edmonds Calendar is available now, courtesy of the Edmonds Historic Preservation Commission. This year the calendar is Free, due to a grant received from the State Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation. Find out more here.
Automatic Payment Options Now Available for City Utility Customers
The City of Edmonds is now offering automatic credit and debit card payment options for customers of City’s water, sewer, and stormwater drainage utility services. To enroll please visit the City’s website for utility billing at https://ubweb.edmonds.wa.us/. For questions, please call (425) 771-0241 or email at
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Mayor Earlings' 2014 Budget Message
Architectural Design Board Seeks New Member
(Edmonds – WA) The City of Edmonds is currently accepting applications for the Landscape Architect position on the Architectural Design Board. read more
This Month in Cityvision
Rights of Passage... The prospect of mile-long coal trains making regular, labored transit of the state's rail lines signals a quandary faced by many local communities: how do they balance the competing priorities of economic development and livability when they're literally caught on two sides of the tracks? By Ted Katauskasread more
Mayor Earling Appointed to AWC Legislative Committee
(Edmonds – WA) The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) President, Craig George, has appointed Mayor Dave Earling to the AWC Legislative Committee and its Infrastructure and Economic Development sub-committee. read more
The Budget - Round Two!
The first article in the 2014 Budget Discussion - by Mayor Dave Earling. Click here to read.
Touring Edmonds on a Segway
City of Edmonds City Clerk Sandy Chase Announces Retirement
City of Edmonds City Clerk, Sandy Chase Announces Retirement
Sandy Chase, City Clerk for the City of Edmonds announced her retirement this week. She will be leaving the City effective October 31, 2013. Read the full press release here.
Sandy Chase, City Clerk for the City of Edmonds announced her retirement this week. She will be leaving the City effective October 31, 2013. Read the full press release here.
The Arts Mean Business in Edmonds
(Edmonds – WA) The Edmonds Arts Summit on Saturday, June 29th, will feature speaker Randy Cohen, V.P. of Research and Policy at Americans for the Arts in Washington D.C. read more
Sister City Commission Receives Hazel Miller Foundation Award
This month the Hazel Miller Foundation awarded the Edmonds Sister City Commission a grant to partially fund some of the cultural and community events of the 25th anniversary celebration of the City's sister city relationship with Hekinan, Japan. This financial award will provide much needed assistance to the Edmonds community in hosting the Japanese delegation during their stay from October 29th through November 4th, 2013.
The Edmonds Sister City Commission anticipates that nearly forty citizens of Hekinan will travel with their delegation this autumn, and continues to explore creative ways the community can participate in hosting our Japanese friends. "This will be a big help towards making this important anniversary celebration a success," says Edmonds Sister City Commission Chair Michelle Van Tassell, "this is a big cultural event for our community and we are delighted that the Hazel Miller Foundation was so willing to support our efforts. But even so, we still have a good way to go if we are going to be able to return the generosity they showed our delegation."
In April, Mayor Dave Earling led a delegation of Edmonds citizens to Hekinan in celebration of the two cities' quarter century anniversary of their sister city relationship. The Edmonds Sister City Commission encourages citizens interested in supporting the anniversary celebrations to reach out with support. "This is truly a community effort," says Mayor Earling, "caring for our friends and visitors is a core value here in Edmonds."
The Edmonds Sister City Commission anticipates that nearly forty citizens of Hekinan will travel with their delegation this autumn, and continues to explore creative ways the community can participate in hosting our Japanese friends. "This will be a big help towards making this important anniversary celebration a success," says Edmonds Sister City Commission Chair Michelle Van Tassell, "this is a big cultural event for our community and we are delighted that the Hazel Miller Foundation was so willing to support our efforts. But even so, we still have a good way to go if we are going to be able to return the generosity they showed our delegation."
In April, Mayor Dave Earling led a delegation of Edmonds citizens to Hekinan in celebration of the two cities' quarter century anniversary of their sister city relationship. The Edmonds Sister City Commission encourages citizens interested in supporting the anniversary celebrations to reach out with support. "This is truly a community effort," says Mayor Earling, "caring for our friends and visitors is a core value here in Edmonds."
Architectural Design Board Seeks New Member
(Edmonds - WA) The City of Edmonds is currently accepting applications for the layman position on the Architectural Design Board. (read more)
Click here for an application.
Click here for an application.
Register for Edmonds Arts Summit, June 29, 2013
Mayor Earling Welcomes New Finance Director Roger Neumaier
Edmonds Sister City Commission Seeks New Commissioner
(Edmonds - WA) The Sister City Commission is seeking a volunteer to fill a recent opening on the Commission, which consists of 12 non-paid volunteers serving three-year terms. read more
Edmonds Arts Commission Literary and Performing Arts Scholarships
The City of Edmonds Arts Commission 2013 Literary and Performing Arts Scholarships. View press release.
Edmonds Arts Summit June 29th
Edmonds Public Facilities District accepting applications for Communications Manager
The Edmonds Public Facilities Districts is accepting appliations for a Communications Manager. See position posting here. Application may be printed here.
Hekinan Delegation Coming to Edmonds
(Edmonds – WA) An adult delegation of citizens and officials from Edmonds Sister City, Hekinan, Japan, will be in Edmonds from October 29 to November 4. (read more)
Public Involvement
Hours and Locations
City Hall
121 5th Ave N
Edmonds, WA 98020
425-775-2525
Hours: M-F, 8am-4:30pm
City Clerk
Business Licenses
Public Records Request
First Floor City Hall
121 5th Ave N
425-775-2525
Hours: M-F, 8am-4:30pm
Development Services
Building Division
Planning Division
Engineering Division
Second Floor City Hall
121 5th Ave N
425-771-0220
Hours: M,T,Th,F 8am-4:30pm;
Wednesday 8am-Noon
Finance Department
Information Services
Utility Payments
First Floor City Hall
121 5th Ave N
425-775-2525 or 425-771-0240
Hours: M-F, 8am-4:30pm
Third Floor City Hall
121 5th Ave N
425-775-2525
Mayor's Office
Community Services
Economic Development
Human Resources
Third Floor City Hall
121 5th Ave N
425-775-2525
Hours: M-F, 8am-4:30pm
250 5th Ave N
425-771-0210
Hours: M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm
Closed: Noon-1pm for Lunch
Passport Service
Hours: M 9:30am-11:45am
T,Th,F 9:30am-11:45am and
1:00pm-2:30pm
Parks, Recreation
& Cultural Services
700 Main St
425-771-0230
Hours: M-F, 8:30am-8:30pm
Sat 9am-2pm
250 5th Ave N
425-771-0200
Hours: M-F, 9am-4pm
7110 210th St SW
425-771-0235
Hours: M-F, 8am-4:30pm
200 2nd Ave S
425-771-0237