Everett Animal Shelter seeks volunteers for new senior dog foster program

EVERETT – The Everett Animal Shelter is seeking volunteers for a new senior dog foster program that will help provide the best possible care for older dogs while they await adoption.

While many dogs do well at the shelter while they await adoptio...

Celebrate 40 years of fun with the Carl Gipson Senior Center

EVERETT – The Carl Gipson Senior Center will celebrate 40 years of programming, community and activities on Friday, June 15 at 11:30 a.m. at the center, 3025 Lombard Ave.

As the City of Everett continues celebrating its 125^th anniversary throughout the sum...

Nominate properties for Monte Cristo Awards

EVERETT – Don’t wait to nominate a deserving home or business for the 2018 Monte Cristo Awards! The City of Everett’s Office of Neighborhoods is accepting nominations for the 24^th annual Monte Cristo Awards through Sunday, Ju...

Summer road paving to begin June 18

EVERETT – Everett drivers should plan ahead for street resurfacing work starting throughout the city next week. Work is scheduled to begin Monday, June 18, at various locations in Everett and will continue through July. Crews will grind down and remove ol...

Everett Planning holds community open house

EVERETT – Everett’s planning department will host a community open house on Wednesday, June 20, at the Main Library Auditorium, from 4-7 p.m., as the City prepares to conduct a periodic review of its Shoreline Master Program (SMP), as ...

City, Everett Police launch firearm safety campaign “Lock It Everett”

EVERETT – The City of Everett is launching a firearm safety campaign to coincide with National Safety Month this June. ‘Lock It Everett’ urges current and future gun owners to educate themselves on proper storage and safety p...

Plan ahead for 3-lane closure of West Marine View Drive starting June 11

EVERETT – Drivers should plan for closures of West Marine View Drive from south of Lombardi’s parking lot to north of the Grand Avenue Park Bridge construction site beginning Monday, June 11.

Crews will reduce the roadway to one lane, w...

Everett and Mukilteo mayors complete Bike Month challenge

EVERETT – Throughout the month of May, Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin and Mukilteo Mayor Jennifer Gregerson celebrated Bike Month with a series of challenges and a competition to bike the most total miles. National Bike Month takes place every Ma...

Gen Z rocks the Fourth of July mainstage

EVERETT – Everett Cultural Arts invites all musicians and singers, ages 13 – 21, to submit an application to perform on Everett’s mainstage at the annual Colors of Freedom Fourth of July Festival, from 1-4 p.m., at Legion Mem...

Enjoy Everett at these local summer hotspots

EVERETT – Sunny days are here again, and refreshing adventures await in Everett’s parks. Locals know how to beat the heat nearby in salt water, fresh water and at the water playground. “Water” you waiting for?

Water ...

New fire chief to be sworn in May 30

EVERETT – New Everett Fire Chief Dave DeMarco will be officially sworn during the City Council meeting this Wednesday, May 30, at 6:30 p.m. Mayor Cassie Franklin recently announced the selection of DeMarco following a national search.

“...

City of Everett celebrates 125-year anniversary

EVERETT – The City of Everett and local partners invite community members to celebrate 125 years of Everett on Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Everett Station.

Guests will enjoy more than 20 activity booths, including arts and cra...

City accepting name proposals for new neighborhood park

EVERETT – The City of Everett is accepting name proposals for a new park that will be located in the Glacier View neighborhood. The 1.2-acre park will be adjacent to the new YMCA facility being developed at 4730 Colby Avenue.  

The park,...

City launches new neighborhood notification tool

EVERETT – The City of Everett has launched a new tool to provide localized information to community members in each of Everett’s 19 neighborhoods. The tool was developed in response to an idea shared by local neighborhood leaders.

Neigh...

Mayor Franklin selects Dave DeMarco as Everett Fire Chief

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin has selected Dave DeMarco to serve as Everett Fire Chief, following a national search. DeMarco is currently interim assistant chief of operations with the Everett Fire Department.

“I have had the privileg...

Nominate Everett’s beautiful homes and businesses for a Monte Cristo Award

EVERETT – The City of Everett’s Office of Neighborhoods is accepting nominations for the 24^th annual Monte Cristo Awards, a distinguished honor given to property owners who have shown extensive pride in their property. Nominations will be accepted through...

City of Everett to celebrate 125th anniversary

EVERETT – Community members are invited to help recognize Everett’s storied past, spirited present and exciting future, as the city celebrates its 125^th anniversary this year. The kick-off event, Everett: A Story Worth Telling, will ta...

Mayor Franklin to participate in Department of Defense program hosted by Secretary of Defense

EVERETT – Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin has been selected to participate in the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference (JCOC) hosted by the Secretary of Defense. The JCOC program is the oldest and most prestigious public liaison program in the Department o...

Mayor Franklin issues mayoral directive to address City’s ongoing budget deficit

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin this morning issued a mayoral directive to address the ongoing structural budget deficit in the City’s general government budget and to improve efficiencies and cost management citywide.

“We have outstanding economic prospec...

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Public Comment Period for Proposed Modifications to Animal Services Fees

The City of Everett Animal Services is providing proposed fee modifications for public review and comment. Revenue from the fees helps cover the Animal Shelter’s operating costs of caring for approximately 5000 animals each year. The proposal in...

Clark Park tennis courts closed for renovation May 29-July 16

For more information about the tennis court closure at Clark Park, contact Cory Rettenmier: 425-257-7314 or email

Timeout for renovation of the Garfield Park sport courts

Expect intermittent closures of the tennis and pickleball courts at Garfield Park beginning May 30, 2018.

RENOVATION TIMELINE

Phase 1 closureCourts close May 30 to remove and replace asphalt and fencing.Temporary reopenCourts reopen for play in mid-June whi...

City issues Notice of Application

Notice of Application

Detached garage proposed at 3522 Lombard Avenue

Notice of Application Issued

New detached accessory building proposed

Glenwood 2-lot Short Plat Proposed

Public comment period ends on 6/19/2018 for 2-lot short plat proposed at 4623 Glenwood Avenue.

Proposed Garage on Hoyt

The City issued a notice of application on a garage proposal located at 1632 Hoyt Avenue.

Glacier View Neighborhood Park Proposed

The Everett Historical Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to name a proposed park adjacent to 4730 Colby Avenue, the proposed future site of the Everett YMCA. This proposed park is located in the Glacier View Neighborhood.

Comprehensive Plan Docket Public Notice

The City issued a public notice on the application deadline for the 2018-2019 proposed amendments to the Everett Comprehensive Plan and related zoning changes.

Everett detectives look for a person of interest in recent homicide

Everett - Everett detectives ask the public to help identify and locate a person of interest in a recent homicide.

Just after midnight on May 24th, officers responded to the 1200 block of Broadway Ave on the report of two males fighting. Arriving officers ...

Attempt to ID robbery suspects

EVERETT – Detectives with the Major Crimes Unit are asking the public to help identify the suspects of an overnight robbery.

Just before 11 pm last night, three masked males entered Welch’s Foods (2230 Colby Ave) carrying black semi-aut...

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Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: June 5, 2018

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on June 5, 2018 to discuss the following agenda:Item 1: Metro Everett, Core Residential Area and Off-Street Parking

A public hearing to receive input on eight proposed actions:

1. Adopt new Metro Everett Subare...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: May 15, 2018

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on May 15, 2018 to discuss the following agenda:Item 1: Metro Everett, Core Residential Area and Off-Street Parking

A briefing on the proposed actions subject to public hearing on June 5, 2018 before the plann...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: April 17, 2018

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on April 17, 2018 to discuss the following agenda:Item 1: Development Code and Comprehensive Plan AmendmentsA briefing on code amendments required as a result of adopting development standards to implement th...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: April 3, 2018

Everett Planning Commission met on April 3, 2018 to discuss the following agenda:Item 1: Retail Marijuana RestrictionsA public hearing to review potential changes to current City Ordinance limiting the number of retail marijuana locations within the city....

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: March 20, 2018

Everett Planning Commission met on March 20, 2018 to discuss the following agenda:Item 1: Shoreline Master Program UpdateAn overview of the Shoreline Master Program Periodic Review required by the state to be completed by June 30, 2019.

Item 2: Other Busin...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: March 6, 2018

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on March 6, 2018 with the following agenda:Item 1: Everett Transit Long Range PlanAn update on the Everett Transit Long Range PlanItem 2: Off-Street ParkingA draft chapter regarding off-street parking city-wi...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: February 20, 2018

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on February 20, 2018 with the following agenda:Item 1: Retail Marijuana RestrictionsA briefing to review current City Ordinance limiting the number of retail marijuana locations within the city.Item 2: Electr...

Planning Commission Meeting Video: February 6, 2018

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on February 6, 2018 with the following agenda:Item 1:Metro Everett

A draft Metro Everett Subarea Plan will be presented and reviewed with the planning commission.

For more info, please visit www.Everettwa.gov

Th...

Planning Commission Meeting Video: January 16, 2018

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on January 16, 2018 with the following agenda:Item 1: Election of OfficersPlanning Commission officers include a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Nomination of officers is made from the floor at a regular me...

Everything Everett: December 2017

In this installment of Everything Everett, we find out about the value of volunteering on the City’s Boards and Commissions; We look back at the unveiling of his portrait and it’s presentation to Mayor Stephanson; and we learn more abo...

Everything Everett: November 2017

In this episode, we hear the graduates of Everett Essentials talk about their experience. We also find out how to give responsibly this season. Finally, we share information on Everett's Animal Shelter online pet registration.

Everett Essentials is the Cit...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: December 5, 2017

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on December 5, 2017 with the following agenda.Item 1: Opiate Substitution Treatment FacilityContinuation of a public hearing to consider amendments to the zoning code regardingthe siting of opiate substitutio...

Grand Avenue Park Bridge May/June 2018 Construction Update

May/June 2018

Grand Avenue Park Bridge project update

Complete 

• Installation of slope protection system between the park and the railroad tracks.
• Rebar preparation, forms, and concrete pours for the mid and upper portions of the exterior tower walls....

Grand Avenue Park Bridge April 2018 Construction Update

April 2018

Grand Avenue Park Bridge project update

Complete 

• Installation of pipelines at Grand Avenue Park
• Clearing of the steep slope from the park to the railroad tracks
• Rebar preparation, forms, and concrete pours for the mid portions of the exter...

Mayor Franklin issues mayoral directive to address City’s ongoing budget deficit

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin this morning issued a mayoral directive to address the ongoing structural budget deficit in the City’s general government budget and to improve efficiencies and cost management citywide.

“We have outstanding economic prospec...

Mayor Franklin issues Safe Streets directive to address street-level social issues

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin today issued a mayoral directive on the City’s Safe Streets programs to address street-level social issues, including homelessness, addiction and mental illness.

Franklin announced the directive during her State of the City ...

Mayor Franklin issues directive on community engagement and inclusion

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin today issued a mayoral directive on community engagement and inclusion. Franklin announced the directive during her State of the City address Wednesday.

“In my conversations with community members, both as a candidate and no...

Mayor Franklin issues economic development directive following State of the City address

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin today issued a mayoral directive on community planning and economic development, following her first State of the City address at Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s annual event (video is available on the City’s website)....

Mayor Franklin issues mayoral directive to reduce youth, gang and gun violence in Everett

Initiatives include prevention, enforcement and community engagement

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin this morning issued a mayoral directive to address Everett’s growing challenge of gang and youth violence, as well as firearm crimes.

“Reducing youth and ga...

Planning Commission Considers Public Input on Metro Everett

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the draft Metro Everett Plan and draft development regulations on June 5th. The Planning Commission closed the hearing for input, but will receive limited input at the next meeting (June 19th at 6:30 p.m.)....

Metro Everett and Off-Street Parking Hearing June 5th

The Planning Commission will be holding a public hearing on the draft Metro Everett Plan and draft development regulations on June 5th at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 3002 Wetmore Avenue, Everett, WA. The draft plan and development regulations, includ...

Public Hearing set for Metro Everett and City Off-Street Parking Standards

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Everett Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at their regular meeting, which begins at 6:30 pm in the City Council Chambers located in the William E. Moore Historic City Hall, 300...

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Notice of Application

New detached accessory building proposed

Glacier View Neighborhood Proposed Park

Everett Historical Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to name a proposed park in the Glacier View neighborhood, adjacent to 4730 Colby Avenue.   The public hearing will be held at 6:30 p.m. on June 26, 2018 in the Wall Str...

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Glenwood 2-lot Short Plat Proposed

Public comment period ends on 6/19/2018 for 2-lot short plat proposed at 4623 Glenwood Avenue.

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Road closure alert: West Marine View Drive

Drivers should plan for closures of West Marine View Drive from south of Lombardi’s parking lot to north of the Grand Avenue Park Bridge construction site beginning Monday, June 11.

Crews will reduce the roadway to one lane, with flaggers station...

Garage Proposal on Hoyt Avenue

The City issued a notice of application on a garage proposal on Hoyt Avenue.

Construction alert: North Wetmore Stormwater Separation Project

On May 29, work will begin on the installation of a stormwater collection system in yourneighborhood (see map here). Thomco Construction will do the work. Normal workhours will be 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The purpose of the collection sy...

City issues Notice of Application

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Notice of Application

Detached garage proposed at 3522 Lombard Avenue

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas

Shoreline Master Program Open House

Guests are invited to get an update on shoreline public access projects and share ideas