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What Does It Mean That Everett Is a “Full-Service City”?
Understanding the Pros, Cons, and What It Means for Our Future Everett is proud to call itself a “full-service city.” It’s a phrase that...

Grassroots Everett
Oct 83 min read


City’s Homelessness & Safety Update: Optimism, Data – and Some Big Gaps
At this month’s City Council Community Health & Safety Committee meeting , staff rolled out a polished update on homelessness response...

Grassroots Everett
Sep 292 min read


South Everett Deserves Better: Fred Meyer Closure Demands Real Solutions
The announcement that Fred Meyer will shutter its Casino Road location has shaken South Everett. For decades, this store has been more...

Grassroots Everett
Sep 212 min read


Everett Residents Now Have a Voice in the Library Controversy: Survey Open Until September 26th
Earlier this year, the community was rocked by the announcement of reduced hours at the Everett Public Library, sparking renewed...

Grassroots Everett
Sep 172 min read


Breaking Down Everett’s Proposed Zoning Restrictions: Pros, Cons & Controversies
At the August 19th planning commission meeting , community members and city officials debated proposed zoning restrictions that could...

Grassroots Everett
Aug 282 min read


Engage with Everett by Volunteering with the Police Department
Despite being at the highest staffing level in over a decade, with 81 sworn officers on patrol as of early July, the Everett Police...

Grassroots Everett
Aug 122 min read


The Downtown Everett Stadium Process Is Not Transparent — And That Should Concern Everyone
As a Snohomish county resident deeply engaged in civic issues, I’ve been following the proposed downtown stadium project closely. Despite...

Grassroots Everett
Aug 43 min read


🗳️ Plan Your Vote with VOTE411
Ballots should be arriving in the mail as early as this weekend ! If you’re an Everett voter, we highly recommend visiting VOTE411’s...

Grassroots Everett
Jul 162 min read


2025 Election Features: Bill Wheeler for District 1 Representative
We are continuing our series featuring candidates running in the 2025 election for Everett city council and mayor. We are asking each...

Grassroots Everett
Jul 105 min read


Everett Stadium Project Draws Fire for Flawed Priorities and Shaky Math
The debate over Everett’s proposed downtown stadium has morphed into a chorus of frustrated citizens, suspicious of inflated costs,...

Grassroots Everett
Jun 303 min read


2025 Election Features: Paula Rhyne for District 2 Representative
We are continuing our series featuring candidates running in the 2025 election for Everett city council and mayor. We are asking each...

Grassroots Everett
Jun 173 min read


2025 Election Features: Marcus Nunez for District 3 Representative
We are continuing our series featuring candidates running in the 2025 election for Everett city council and mayor. We are asking each...

Grassroots Everett
Jun 144 min read


2025 Election Features: Rich Ryan for Everett Mayor
We are continuing our series featuring candidates running in the 2025 election for Everett city council and mayor. We are asking each...

Grassroots Everett
Jun 123 min read


2025 Election Features: Luis Burbano for District 4 Representative
We are continuing our series featuring candidates running in the 2025 election for Everett city council and mayor. We are asking each...

Grassroots Everett
Jun 125 min read


Everett Animal Shelter: No Longer a No-Kill Shelter—What’s Going On?
For years, the Everett Animal Shelter was known as a no-kill facility—a point of pride for the community and a comfort to animal lovers...

Grassroots Everett
Jun 52 min read


Everett 2044: Comprehensive Plan Nears Final Stretch with Community Voices in Focus
After nearly three years and over 40 meetings, Everett’s ambitious 2044 Comprehensive Plan is entering its final phase. At the May 20,...

Grassroots Everett
May 222 min read


2025 Election Features: Scott Murphy for Everett Mayor
This is the second in our series featuring the candidates for City Council and Mayor this year. We thank everyone who is taking the time...

Grassroots Everett
May 135 min read


2025 Election Features: Alan Rubio for District 4 Representative
With the filing deadline just days away we are kicking off our series featuring candidates running in the 2025 election for Everett city...

Grassroots Everett
May 73 min read


Political Transparency from the Public Disclosure Commission
Did you know Washington State has a website that helps voters and the public understand where money in politics comes from and where it’s...

Grassroots Everett
Apr 301 min read


Your Input Is Needed On Everett's 2044 Comprehensive Plan
Everett is charting an ambitious course for its future with the Everett 2044 Comprehensive Plan, a 20-year roadmap designed to...

Grassroots Everett
Apr 232 min read
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