New City program offers more options for businesses to expand outdoors

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett’s new Streatery program offers a streamlined, no-cost option for businesses to temporarily expand outdoor seating into city-owned parking stalls. Businesses can apply for the program starting Aug. 4...

New Everett-centric mural welcomes you to Everett

EVERETT, Wash. – There’s a new mural project underway in downtown Everett at the corner of California Street and Colby Avenue on the north wall of El Paraiso Restaurant. The project is one of several led by Everett’s art comm...

Everett launches new Healthy Streets program to encourage active transportation

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett is increasing opportunities for people to get out, get fresh air and get moving. Starting in mid-July, four street segments will be open to local access only, so pedestrians and bicyclists have more space to ...

Rethink Zoning project moving forward

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett invites community members to participate in Rethink Zoning, a multi-year initiative to update and simplify the City’s zoning code. Community members can learn about the project and share input by jo...

Everett Transit to resume collecting fares and reopen customer service center

EVERETT, Wash. – Everett Transit will resume collecting fares for all fixed route and para transit services and the Customer Service Center at Everett Station will reopen beginning July 1.

The Customer Service Center at Everett Station will be op...

Paving work begins June 15

EVERETT, Wash. – Street resurfacing is scheduled for several locations in Everett beginning Monday, June 15, and continuing through September. Crews will grind down and remove old pavement, install new traffic signal detection wires, and repave ...

Rethink Transit: join the conversation

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett launched Rethink Transit, a planning effort to help the City plan future transit. As part of this effort, the City is seeking public input on transit values and priorities and invites community members to com...

Mayor Franklin’s statement in response to inquiries regarding civil unrest

EVERETT, Wash. – City of Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin issued the following statement in response to questions regarding civil unrest in surrounding communities:

“Communities across the country are still grieving the tragic events of th...

Mayor Franklin’s statement in response to Governor Inslee’s new guidelines for state Safe Start plan

EVERETT, Wash. – City of Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin issued the following statement in response to new guidelines announced today by Governor Jay Inslee for counties to restart their economies.

“I’m grateful for Governor Ins...

City of Everett and partners help small businesses prepare for safe reopening

EVERETT, Wash. –  The City of Everett, in partnership with the Snohomish Health District, launched the Getting to Safe Toolkit to provide baseline recommendations, resources and practical tools for small businesses and organizations to ...

UPDATE: City to open application process for Everett CARES grants to aid public service providers

EVERETT, Wash. –The Everett City Council approved on April 29 the Everett Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (Everett CARES) Grant Program to support small businesses and service providers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The appli...

Everett expands water utility bill assistance program for low-income customers

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett is making its water utility discount program available to more customers by increasing the maximum household income allowed to qualify for the program.  The City also increased the annual assistance ...

Snohomish County mayors issue a joint letter to the greater Snohomish County community

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – The mayors of Snohomish County cities issued a joint letter to the community:

It’s now been over a month since our communities closed down following the statewide orders to stay home, stay healthy, changing lif...

Mayor Franklin’s statement in response to City Council approval of emergency budget reductions

EVERETT, Wash. – City of Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin issued the following statement in response to the Everett City Council approval of emergency budget reductions, taken in response to COVID-19:

“I am grateful to Council for supporti...

City of Everett to launch $1 million grant program to aid Everett small businesses and nonprofits

EVERETT, Wash. – Later this month, the City of Everett will launch the Everett Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (Everett CARES) Grant Program to support small businesses and nonprofits impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The applica...

Everett City Council holding weekly council meetings remotely

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett’s weekly city council meetings will be conducted remotely to practice social distancing and help minimize the spread of COVID-19.

In response to the Governor Inslee’s “Stay Home, ...

City of Everett launches EverettforEverett.com to help support local businesses

EVERETT, Wash. – In partnership with the Downtown Everett Association, the City of Everett developed a website, EverettforEverett.com, to help support businesses in Everett that are providing customers a safe social distancing option for purchas...

Mayor Franklin issues temporary moratorium on evictions in response to COVID-19

EVERETT, Wash. – Mayor Cassie Franklin today signed a temporary moratorium on residential evictions to address the economic impacts of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Everett City Council will be asked to ratify the order at Wednesday&rsquo...

Snohomish County united in response to COVID-19

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. – Out of an abundance of caution over the spread of COVID-19, Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers and City of Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin are declaring a State of Emergency for Snohomish County and the City of Everet...

Forest Park playground closing for upgrades

EVERETT – Everett families and visitors can expect to see new equipment in place at Everett’s most popular playground this summer. The playground at Forest Park will close Monday, Feb. 10 to begin construction and work is expected to l...

27th Annual Wendt and Mayor’s Arts Awards

EVERETT – Community members are invited to join the City of Everett, Mayor Cassie Franklin and Everett’s Cultural Arts Commission to celebrate the arts and honor the recipients of the 27^th annual Wendt and Mayor’s Arts Awards...

Mayor Franklin delivers 2020 State of Everett address

EVERETT, WA – Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her 2020 State of Everett address at the Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s annual event on Thursday, Jan. 16.

Franklin provided an update on major 2019 accomplishments, including progress...

Everett permit services hours change, effective Jan. 13

EVERETT, WA – To improve permitting and customer experience, Everett’s permit services counter will reduce the number of hours available to walk-in customers beginning Monday, Jan. 13. The new hours of operation will be:

• Monday, Wednesd...

Everett Essentials civic academy program returns

EVERETT, WA – The City of Everett’s popular civic academy, Everett Essentials, returns in 2020. Classes start in late February and will offer students a unique opportunity to learn about City operations and services directly from City ...

Everett Animal Shelter to receive Holiday Wishes grant from Petco Foundation

EVERETT, WA – The Everett Animal Shelter was selected as a 2019 Holiday Wishes recipient by the Petco Foundation. The grant amount, between $5,000-100,000, will be revealed at the Petco Foundation Grant Celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 11 a.m....

Mayor Franklin delivers 2020 budget address

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her 2020 budget address on Oct. 30 and will present her proposed 2020 budget at the Oct. 30 City Council meeting.

“I’m pleased to present a proposed budget for 2020 that is balanced, r...

West Marine View Drive to close for 10 days beginning Sept. 17

EVERETT, WA – For preparation and placement of the Grand Avenue Park Bridge, The City of Everett’s contractor, Interwest Construction Inc. (ICI), will close West Marine View Drive (WMVD) Tuesday, Sept. 17 through Thursday, Sept. 26. Th...

City of Everett opening Vera Whole Health care center for employees

EVERETT, WA – The City of Everett is partnering with Vera Whole Health to open a primary care center that will serve City staff and their dependents. The care center, which will be located at 4931 Evergreen Way, is expected to open in early 2020...

Langus Riverfront trail closure planned July 8 – Aug. 8

EVERETT, WA – A portion of the Langus Riverfront Trail on the southwest riverbank on Smith Island will be completely closed to the public for dike maintenance starting July 8. The closure is expected to last until Aug. 8.

Dikes on Smith Island ke...

City launches new open data portal

EVERETT, WA – The City of Everett has launched a new interactive online portal that allows community members to access data through the City’s website. The Everett City Council approved the acquisition of the open data platform from So...

More housing and commercial development coming to Everett’s riverfront

EVERETT, WA – At their May 1 meeting, the Everett City Council unanimously approved changes to the master plan for Everett’s Riverfront Development, clearing the way for construction to begin on the central commercial site. Under the r...

Everett Career Link offers youth internship opportunities

EVERETT, WA – Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin announced the launch of the Everett Career Link program during her State of the City address on Thursday, Jan. 31. The unique partnership between the Everett School District and the City will offer int...

City welcomes new members to Everett Fire leadership team

EVERETT – Following national searches, Fire Chief Dave DeMarco has selected three new assistant chiefs, including two external candidates.

“The search and competitive process have produced an exceptional group of people that I am humbled to be serving amon...

Everett’s wastewater plant awarded $60,000 for energy savings

EVERETT – The Snohomish County PUD has awarded the City of Everett’s Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF) $60,000 for their work on the Wastewater Energy Coaching Cohort program. Between May 1, 2017, and April 30, 2018, WPCF staff r...

Everett Transit puts its first electric bus into service

EVERETT – This morning, Everett Transit put its first all-electric bus into service. To celebrate, Mayor Cassie Franklin, Congressman Rick Larsen, and Everett Transit held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at College Station.

The bus will go into service later in ...

Mayor Franklin delivers annual State of Everett address

EVERETT, WA – Mayor Cassie Franklin today delivered her State of Everett address to a sold-out crowd at the Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s annual event.

Franklin provided an update on major 2018 accomplishments, including progress...

Explore downtown Everett’s rich history with new walking tours

EVERETT – The City of Everett has launched two new walking tours aimed at providing historical insight on Everett’s development as a city. The tours, viewable on a mobile device, highlight many important locations in downtown Everett&a...

Join Mayor Franklin and Everett Police for Gang Awareness Day Sept. 17

EVERETT – Community members are invited to join Mayor Cassie Franklin and Everett Police for an International Gang Awareness Day event on Monday, Sept. 17, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Explorer Middle School (9600 Sharon Dr.). Attendees will have the opportunity t...

City launches new line up of Green Garden, Green Home events

EVERETT – The City of Everett will hold multiple events this fall to promote natural yard care and green gardening practices that make yards easier to maintain and healthier for kids, pets and the environment.

The Green Garden, Green Home program...

City of Everett ready to revitalize downtown

EVERETT – The Everett City Council could take action on the proposed Metro Everett plan aiming to revitalize the City’s downtown area this Wednesday. A final public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday evening, Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m., afte...

Upgrades planned for Phil Johnson ballfields

EVERETT – Everett Parks & Community Services is planning a major renovation project for the Phil Johnson ballfields, located near the Boeing factory at 400 W. Sievers-Duecy Blvd. Work is scheduled to begin in the fall and expected to be comp...

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...

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...

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 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 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...

City of Everett and partners help small businesses prepare for safe reopening

EVERETT, Wash. –  The City of Everett, in partnership with the Snohomish Health District, launched the Getting to Safe Toolkit to provide baseline recommendations, resources and practical tools for small businesses and organizations to ...

UPDATE: City to open application process for Everett CARES grants to aid public service providers

EVERETT, Wash. –The Everett City Council approved on April 29 the Everett Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (Everett CARES) Grant Program to support small businesses and service providers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The appli...

More housing and commercial development coming to Everett’s riverfront

EVERETT, WA – At their May 1 meeting, the Everett City Council unanimously approved changes to the master plan for Everett’s Riverfront Development, clearing the way for construction to begin on the central commercial site. Under the revised plan, the sit...

Explore downtown Everett’s rich history with new walking tours

EVERETT – The City of Everett has launched two new walking tours aimed at providing historical insight on Everett’s development as a city. The tours, viewable on a mobile device, highlight many important locations in downtown Everett’s history, including ...

Everett Career Link offers youth internship opportunities

EVERETT, WA – Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin announced the launch of the Everett Career Link program during her State of the City address on Thursday, Jan. 31. The unique partnership between the Everett School District and the City will offer internship op...

Chickpea's Next Chapter

Chickpea was just a young kitten when she arrived at our shelter as a stray. Her and her siblings were brought to us by a community member who was worried about their health.

The litter was scared, shy, dehydrated and thin and Chickpea was very sm...

Sponsor Spotlight - McClain Insurance Services

Claudia McClain started McClain Insurance Services in 1977, as a newly married 23-year-old who had just moved to Everett. More than 40 years later, her independent insurance agency has grown dramatically, serving thousands of families in the Pacific North...

Thanks to your support, Cosmo & Galaxy have a bright future!

Cosmo and Galaxy were just two days old when they arrived at our shelter because their mother refused to care for them.Both kittens were cold, hungry and scared and Galaxy was suffering from a deformity and infection in his leg. These ti...

From shelter stray to crime-fighting K-9

Six months ago, Pickles found himself at Everett Animal Shelter when his owners were having difficulty managing his energy level and reactivity to strangers. We knew this young, active dog, that many shelters would be unable to accommodate, would require ...

Waterfront Place Apartment fire update

(Update: July 23, 2020)

EVERETT, WA – Fire investigators and detectives have completed the majority of the onsite work at the Waterfront Place Apartments fire and have released the scene back to the property owners. Although the fire is still und...

Everett firefighters battle 4-alarm fire at waterfront apartment complex under construction

EVERETT, WA – Thursday evening, around 5:45 p.m., Everett Fire responded to a 4-alarm fire at the Waterfront Place Apartments, which are currently under construction in the 1300 block of W Marine View Drive. Multiple 9-1-1 callers reported a fas...

SNOHOMISH COUNTY FIRE COORDINATION CENTER

Snohomish County fire service agencies are working together in their response to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Collaboration started more than a month ago with fire chiefs sharing information in daily video conference calls with key staff, Snohomish County 911 an...

City welcomes new members to Everett Fire leadership team

EVERETT – Following national searches, Fire Chief Dave DeMarco has selected three new assistant chiefs, including two external candidates.

“The search and competitive process have produced an exceptional group of people that I am humbled to be serving amon...

Lowell Park sports court renovations begin week of June 15

Renovations at the tennis, pickleball and basketball courts at Lowell Park are scheduled to begin the week of June 15. Renovations include repairing root damage and resurfacing the tennis and pickleball courts, as well as seal-coating and striping the bas...

Please recreate responsibly

With temperatures warming up and boat launches, parking lots and golf courses reopening this week, we’d like to remind community members to be safe and healthy while recreating outdoors. COVID-19 still threatens the health of our community and i...

FAQ: 2020 Parks & Community Services service reductions

On April 22, Everett City Council approved the adoption of $3.4 million in emergency budget reductions, taken in response to COVID-19. These reductions were necessary to protect the City’s financial viability and ability to deliver core services...

Walter E. Hall and Legion Memorial golf courses to reopen for limited use May 5

EVERETT, Wash. – Everett Parks & Community Services will reopen both Walter E. Hall and Legion Memorial golf courses for limited use on May 5 under Governor Jay Inslee’s new guidance on allowing some outdoor recreation.

Both golf co...

Forest Park playground closing for upgrades

EVERETT – Everett families and visitors can expect to see new equipment in place at Everett’s most popular playground this summer. The playground at Forest Park will close Monday, Feb. 10 to begin construction and work is expected to l...

Everett Animal Shelter to receive Holiday Wishes grant from Petco Foundation

EVERETT, WA – The Everett Animal Shelter was selected as a 2019 Holiday Wishes recipient by the Petco Foundation. The grant amount, between $5,000-100,000, will be revealed at the Petco Foundation Grant Celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. at Petco ...

City of Everett revises ordinance aimed at reducing false alarm calls

EVERETT, WA – The City of Everett recently revised a local ordinance designed to reduce false alarm calls. Through the City ordinance, the Everett Police Department is starting a new “False Alarm Reduction Program.” The progr...

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Two Everett Public Works counters to close temporarily

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 13, 2020

CONTACTKathleen Baxter, public works public information and education officer, 425-257-8875Kimberley Cline, director, communications and marketing, 425-257-8687

Two Everett Public Works counters to close temporarilyPermit...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: July 21, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on July 21, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1: Rethink Zoning

This is the final scheduled briefing, with action requested to go to public hearing on August 18, 2020, on Rethink Zoning. www....

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: July 7, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on July 7, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1: Rethink Zoning

A briefing on Rethink Zoning. www.everettwa.gov/rethink. Discussion of the following topics is anticipated:  Comprehensive Plan...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: June 16, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on June 16, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1: Hope Covenant Church/Schmidt Properties, REVV 20‐001; REZ 20‐001 

A public hearing to amend the comprehensive plan land use map desig...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: June 2, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on June 2, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Rethink Zoning 

A briefing on amendments to the zoning code and streamlining of local project review procedures.  

T...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: May 19, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on May 19, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Rethink Zoning 

A discussion regarding new strategy for Rethink Zoning considering the changes brought by Covid‐19. The disc...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: March 3, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on March 3,, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Rethink Zoning – housing types and development standards   

A discussion about housing types and develo...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: Feb. 18, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on Feb. 18, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Rethink Zoning – draft non‐residential development standards  

A briefing to review a draft Building Form and Des...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: Feb. 4, 2020

The Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on Feb. 4, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Rethink Zoning – draft land use and zoning maps, use table   

Follow‐up discussion on draft city‐wide zon...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: Jan. 21, 2020

Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on Jan. 21, 2020 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Annual Election of Officers I

tem 2:  Rethink Zoning – draft land use and zoning maps, use table  &a...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: Dec. 3, 2019

Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on Dec. 3, 2019 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1: Public Hearing – Climate Action Plan 

A public hearing to consider input and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: Nov. 19, 2019

Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on Nov. 19, 2019 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Rethink Housing 

A briefing on the efforts on Rethink Housing for Everett, including the work of the Snohomish County Housing A...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: Nov. 5, 2019

Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on Oct. 15, 2019 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Public Hearing – Metro Everett Heights Amendment 

A public hearing to consider an application to amend the Metro Ever...

Everett Planning Commission Meeting Video: Oct. 15, 2019

Everett Planning Commission held a meeting on Oct. 15, 2019 to discuss the following agenda: 

Item 1:  Climate Action Plan   

An informational briefing on the city’s work towards a Climate Action Plan.   &nbs...

Grand Avenue Park Bridge July 2020 Construction Update

Last Month, Snohomish County reached a milestone, moving from Phase 1 to Phase 2 of the Governor’s Safe Start reopening plan. While likely very different than years past, we hope that you were able to enjoy the celebrations of the Fourth of July...

Grand Avenue Park Bridge June 2020 Construction Update

Last Friday, Snohomish County reached a milestone, moving from Phase 1 to Phase 2 of the Governor’s Safe Start reopening plan. We still have a ways to go before we move on to other phases that allow larger gatherings (only up to five people are ...

Grand Avenue Park Bridge September 26, 2019, Construction Update

What a great day to set the Grand Avenue Park Bridge into place! The mild weather without rain or wind allowed the bridge movement to be done in the best weather possible. The contractors worked around the clock with multiple crews to be ready for the 6 a...

Grand Avenue Park Bridge September 26, 2019, Construction Update

The Grand Avenue Park Bridge has been moved and set. The contractor worked overnight to prepare for moving and placing the bridge. By 6 a.m. the southwest lifting tower had been removed, but the southeast tower was still in place. After contemplating mane...

Mayor Franklin delivers 2020 State of Everett address

Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her 2020 State of Everett address at the Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s annual event on Thursday, Jan. 16.

EVERETT, WA – Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her 2020 State of Everett address at the Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s annual event on Thursday, Jan. 16.

Franklin provided an update on major 2019 accomplishments, including progress...

Mayor Franklin delivers 2020 budget address

Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her 2020 budget address on Oct. 30 and will present her proposed 2020 budget at the Oct. 30 City Council meeting.

EVERETT – Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her 2020 budget address on Oct. 30 and will present her proposed 2020 budget at the Oct. 30 City Council meeting.

“I’m pleased to present a proposed budget for 2020 that is balanced, responsible and supports the im...

City launches new open data portal

The City of Everett has launched a new interactive online portal that allows community members to access data through the City’s website. The Everett City Council approved the acquisition of the open data platform from Socrata on Jan. 30, 2019.

EVERETT, WA – The City of Everett has launched a new interactive online portal that allows community members to access data through the City’s website. The Everett City Council approved the acquisition of the open data platform from Socrata on Jan. 30, 20...

More housing and commercial development coming to Everett’s riverfront

At their May 1 meeting, the Everett City Council unanimously approved changes to the master plan for Everett’s Riverfront Development, clearing the way for construction to begin on the central commercial site.

EVERETT, WA – At their May 1 meeting, the Everett City Council unanimously approved changes to the master plan for Everett’s Riverfront Development, clearing the way for construction to begin on the central commercial site. Under the revised plan, the sit...

Everett Career Link offers youth internship opportunities

The unique partnership between the Everett School District and the City will offer internship opportunities to high school students looking to earn high school credits and gain insight into local businesses.

EVERETT, WA – Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin announced the launch of the Everett Career Link program during her State of the City address on Thursday, Jan. 31. The unique partnership between the Everett School District and the City will offer internship op...

Everett launches new Healthy Streets program to encourage active transportation

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett is increasing opportunities for people to get out, get fresh air and get moving. Starting in mid-July, four street segments will be open to local access only, so pedestrians and bicyclists have more space to ...

Everett launches new Healthy Streets program to encourage active transportation

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett is increasing opportunities for people to get out, get fresh air and get moving. Starting in mid-July, four street segments will be open to local access only, so pedestrians and bicyclists have more space to ...

Construction alert: Lowell Road temporary closure

Everett’s annual summer pavement maintenance program includes work in the Lowell neighborhood this year. In order to conduct paving of the intersection at 52^nd, Lowell will be closed under I-5, and a detour will be in place. Find out more about ...

Lowell Park sports court renovations begin week of June 15

Renovations at the tennis, pickleball and basketball courts at Lowell Park are scheduled to begin the week of June 15. Renovations include repairing root damage and resurfacing the tennis and pickleball courts, as well as seal-coating and striping the bas...

Neighborhood alert: black bear seen in Lowell neighborhood over weekend

Over the weekend, numerous Lowell area residents called 911 to report seeing a black bear roaming their neighborhood. The bear was not aggressive, but residents are cautioned to give it space. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has been contacted ...

Everett launches new Healthy Streets program to encourage active transportation

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett is increasing opportunities for people to get out, get fresh air and get moving. Starting in mid-July, four street segments will be open to local access only, so pedestrians and bicyclists have more space to ...

Everett launches new Healthy Streets program to encourage active transportation

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett is increasing opportunities for people to get out, get fresh air and get moving. Starting in mid-July, four street segments will be open to local access only, so pedestrians and bicyclists have more space to ...

Everett launches new Healthy Streets program to encourage active transportation

EVERETT, Wash. – The City of Everett is increasing opportunities for people to get out, get fresh air and get moving. Starting in mid-July, four street segments will be open to local access only, so pedestrians and bicyclists have more space to ...

Neighborhood alert: black bear seen in Lowell neighborhood over weekend

Over the weekend, numerous Lowell area residents called 911 to report seeing a black bear roaming their neighborhood. The bear was not aggressive, but residents are cautioned to give it space. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has been contacted ...

Everett Permit Services to make telephone service available

Everett Permit Services has reestablished telephone service in a limited capacity. Telephone hours will be Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Staff will take calls, check the voicemail line and return calls during the s...

Valuable Phase 2 reopening guidance for businesses

As we approach Phase 2 Reopening for certain businesses, local business owners have been asking City of Everett for assistance in determining the Phase 2 reduced maximum occupancy load for Phase 2 businesses as expressed in the guidelines released by the ...

Two Everett Public Works counters to close temporarily

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 13, 2020

CONTACTKathleen Baxter, public works public information and education officer, 425-257-8875Kimberley Cline, director, communications and marketing, 425-257-8687

Two Everett Public Works counters to close temporarilyPermit...

Public hearing on Rethink Zoning Aug. 18

On July 21, the Planning Commission agreed to move forward with a public hearing on Aug. 18 at 6:30 p.m. regarding proposed amendments to the City's Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code. Due to COVID-19, the hearing will be held online.

Rethink Zoning is moving forward after more than 50 public meetings and events over a two-year period. The draft amendments are now available for public review and comment, with a public hearing before the City’s Planning Commission scheduled fo...

Rucker Renewal project update 7-17-20

Rucker Renewal is open to traffic! Construction has reached substantial completion, and that means the barricades have been removed, and vehicles have full access through the project area. The contractor has some additional remaining work that will contin...

Rucker Renewal project update 6-17-20

The City’s response to the COVID-19 public health emergency is impacting City staff workload, including project update timeliness. We appreciate your patience as we focus communication resources on the health and safety of the community

See the u...

Rucker Renewal project update 4-27-20

The City’s response to the COVID-19 public health emergency is impacting City staff workload, including project update timeliness. We appreciate your patience as we focus communication resources on the health and safety of the community. Project...