“Why can’t we be that bright spot in the economy everyone talks about? We can…with clear visions and leaders who listen to good ideas.” – Mike Hope Jobs Crisis. 37,800 Snohomish County workers are unemployed…more fear layoffs. Our unemployment rate is 10.0%, well above the state average. This crisis demands a response from our County […]
Archive | October 19th, 2011
Pedersen and Grigsby Plead Not Guilty – Trial Set for December 2nd
October 19, 2011
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From a video link at the Snohomish County Jail, David Joseph Pedersen and Holly Ann Grigsby each entered pleas of not guilty to two counts of aggravated first degree murder this afternoon. Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Larry E. McKeeman ordered both held without bail. He set an initial trial date for December 2nd and a date of November 14th for […]
Candidate Profiles – Mark Wolken Everett Port Commissioner District 2
October 19, 2011
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I was elected to fill a vacancy on the Port Commission in 2009. For more nearly 30 years I’ve served on public and private boards to do my part to make our community a better place to live and work. Serving as a Port Commissioner is a continuation of that same public service. The […]
Candidate Profiles – Cindy Portmann Snohomish County Assessor
October 19, 2011
Cindy Portmann’s reply to My Everett News Question: “Why should people living in Everett vote for me?” It has been an honor to serve as your Assessor and I want you to know that I take my job and your accurate assessment seriously. I’ve been endorsed by The Everett Herald, the Snohomish Camano Association of […]
Candidate Profiles – Brenda Stonecipher Everett City Council Position 6
October 19, 2011
Brenda Stonecipher – Everett City Council, Position 6 Candidate Statement In my two terms on Everett City Council, I have been an independent voice, asking detailed questions to ensure that I understand all the issues before taking action. I do not come to the Council meeting with my mind made up — I am there […]
Candidate Profiles – Pam LeSesne Everett School Board Position 5
October 19, 2011
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Dear Neighbor, Working together, we can achieve educational success for our students. As a 25 year retired Navy Captain, I understand the importance of working as a team, as well as agreeing to disagree in a respectful way. I will bring a unique voice and perspective to the Everett School Board. My public service background […]
October 19, 2011
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