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Letter to the Editor: Old Town safety enhancements are appreciated by resident
I would like to thank the City for finally installing the pair of Rapid Flashing Beacons (RFB) at the intersection of Fifth and Lincoln. The countless near-misses at this... — Updated 3/22/2023
Letter to the Editor: Proposal to swap Chamber of Commerce building for Keeper's Quarters not a good idea
A couple of weeks ago, I learned of Mayor Joe Marine's proposal for swapping the use and occupants of the Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Center Building with that of Keeper's Quarters... — Updated 3/22/2023
Letter to the Editor: Pancerzewski's contributions to the city should be always remembered
Charlie Pancerzewski was a longtime friend and neighbor. It would take years to list the many contributions he and his wife Gayle have made to Mukilteo! No one was more dedicated... — Updated 2/15/2023
Letter to the Editor: Signs needed to direct pedestrians to walk on west side of Speedway
We have a problem with pedestrians walking on the east side of Mukilteo Speedway in the traffic lane for the ferry. I have seen it many times, and tonight there was a man walking... — Updated 2/15/2023
Letter to the Editor: State should fully fund education
Dear District 21 legislators, I am a parent of a recent graduate and two high schoolers in the Mukilteo School District. I have been hearing for years about how the McCleary... — Updated 2/15/2023
Letter to the Editor: A well-deserved tribute to Charlie Pancerzewski
I would like to thank Mayor Joe Marine and the City Council for the touching tribute to Charlie Pancerzewski during the council meeting. We all knew Charlie to be an advocate of the greater community, using facts, data, and the... — Updated 2/8/2023
Letter to the Editor: Mukilteo's quality of life impacted by the decisions of City of Everett, Snohomish County
Mukilteo’s quality of life impacted by the decisions of City of Everett, Snohomish County Nearly 20 years ago, my family and I moved to Mukilteo. A portion of the allure of this area was the abundance of park-like spaces and wat... — Updated 1/18/2023
Letter to the Editor: Paine Field expansion could push Boeing, jobs out of the area
It would be good for the City of Mukilteo to endeavor to redirect the State of Washington entities and the FAA to consider the Burlington area as the expansion, relief airport for S... — Updated 12/14/2022
Letter to the Editor: Darn Wright columnist is always an enjoyable read
Compliments and congratulations to Chuck Wright for his always entertaining and informative “Darn Wright” column. We knew Chuck during his career with the Department of Corrections, and are delighted to see him still sharing... — Updated 11/30/2022
Letter to the Editor: Cass is best candidate for state Senate
Regarding the Oct. 26 letter about Janelle Cass, I concur that she is the best candidate for Legislative District 21. She has worked tirelessly in efforts to understand and improve... — Updated 11/2/2022
Letter to the Editor: New business park development could have an adverse impact on the Japanese Gulch area
I am writing to share a concern that likely will have a grave impact on the Japanese Gulch area. Though I now live on Whidbey, I grew up on LaMar Drive and have relatives who live... — Updated 11/2/2022
Letter to the Editor: Mukilteo City Council should reject the proposed 1% increase in property taxes
The Mukilteo City Council unanimously rejected the 1% increase in property taxes proposed in Mayor Jennifer Gregerson's preliminary budget for 2022. I urge the City Council to also... — Updated 11/2/2022
Letter to the Editor: Addressing drug issues will take a concerted effort from politicians
If you are too young to remember the song, "Eve of Destruction," Google the lyrics and see if you think it could easily be the theme song for one of our political parties. I read Ma... — Updated 10/26/2022
Letter to the Editor: Learning from Janelle Cass' public safety discussion
Recently, I attended a panel discussion at the Black Box Theatre in Edmonds on drug addiction and public safety hosted by Janelle Cass, who is running for state Senate in District... — Updated 10/26/2022
Letter to the Editor: Mayor Joe Marine's tax increase proposal is misguided
I recently read in the Beacon that Mayor Joe Marine is proposing a 1% property tax increase in order to balance his proposed city budget. While 1% may at first not seem to be a... — Updated 10/19/2022
Letter to the Editor: Mayor Marine should have consulted with Tulalip Tribes before replacing plaque
As Mukilteo residents, we wish the Point Elliott Treaty plaque could have been updated to reflect today's thoughts on the treaty. At the very least, the Tulalip Tribes should have... — Updated 9/21/2022
Letter to the Editor: Ferries hampered by Jones Act
An Aug. 10 article in the Beacon, "Ferries get 42.4M boost from bipartisan infrastructure law," reported an announcement from Sen. Maria Cantwell of this award. The article quoted... — Updated 8/31/2022
Letter to the Editor: Reality Check columnist raises important issues the City doesn't address
I'm sending kudos for the Aug. 17 Reality Check column by Kevin Stoltz. He always brings up good questions and topics about why and what our city is not addressing. Example: Why... — Updated 8/31/2022
Nurse: We are understaffed and overworked
I am a registered nurse at the emergency department at Swedish Edmonds. Our medical center today was so understaffed we had 10 patients to one nurse. The floors for admitted patients had placed caps on how many patients can go upst... — Updated 8/17/2022
Letter to the Editor: Democrats have passed legislation to help the 'working man and woman'
Thanks to the letter writer last week who called out the anonymous senders of a postcard sent to Mukilteo residents. If the senders feel strongly enough in their beliefs, why be... — Updated 8/3/2022
Letter to the Editor: Publisher provided a 'town square' for residents to interact, gain understanding
"Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly. We are... — Updated 7/27/2022
Letter to the Editor: Questioning candidate's position on women's rights
Here in the Lake Serene area of Lynnwood, I see a whole bunch of yard signs for the state senate candidate Janelle Cass. I reached out to her campaign via email and social media... — Updated 7/27/2022
Letter to the Editor: Petra Bigea is the best choice for state representative Position No. 2
Petra Bigea grew up under communism in Romania. English is her second language. She is well aware of the dangers we presently face. She was "let go" from Summit Cardiology for... — Updated 7/27/2022
Letter to the Editor: Bigea is a candidate with high integrity and compassion
In the Aug. 2 Primary and Nov. 8 General Election, I will be voting for Ms. Petra Bigea, candidate for Washington State House of Representatives Legislative District 21, Position 2.... — Updated 7/20/2022
Letter to the Editor: Postcard sent to Mukilteo residents sends offensive, inflammatory message
Citizens of Mukilteo received a postcard today from a group called There is a Difference. I find its message offensive, inflammatory, and right up there with the infamous "mosque"... — Updated 7/20/2022
