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Now that the tally is near final, I am encouraged that nearly 3,800 of our citizens placed their trust in me to serve as a representative on their behalf. This is a responsibility I take seriously and intend to do my best to... — Updated 11/16/2023

Thank you to everyone who supported, encouraged, voted for, and contributed to my successful campaign for City Council! I am so very grateful, honored, and humbled by the validation of my contributions to our city, and the... — Updated 11/15/2023

At the Oct. 16 Mukilteo City Council meeting, Councilmembers Richard Emery and Riaz Khan rejected the recommendations of a City committee and instead sought to award grant money to a constituent group that did not meet the grant cr... — Updated 11/2/2023

I want to draw attention to my close friend of many years, Richard Emery, who is running once again for Mukilteo City Council. In these times of polarizing rhetoric offering little to no solution to challenges facing small towns... — Updated 11/1/2023

I support Richard Emery for Mukilteo City Council! Councilmember Emery is fully prepared prior to each council meeting and work session, has several council committee roles, including liaison to the Parks, Arts and Culture... — Updated 11/1/2023

Many of us know the “boiling frog” metaphor in which a frog thrown into boiling water will jump out, but a frog placed into tepid water will remain while the temperature is gradually increased to a lethal boil. Climate change... — Updated 11/1/2023

I am writing to recommend Mike Dixon for the Mukilteo City Council. I have known Mike for over 15 years as a friend and a colleague. He is an active listener who puts effort and intelligence into his decision-making. He believes... — Updated 11/1/2023

Richard Emery will be getting our vote for City Council again in November. Richard is a voice of reason. He truly speaks for the people. He listens to all sides of the issue. He is intelligent and prepared for City Council... — Updated 10/28/2023

Editor’s note: The following Letter to the Editor is from City Council candidate (position 5) Mike Dixon in response to Kevin Stoltz’s Oct. 18 Reality Check column (https://bit.ly/3FySKoQ) Kevin, I read your Oct. 18 opinion... — Updated 10/25/2023

The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) is responsible for interpreting and enforcing the campaign finance and disclosure laws in our state. The PDC investigates and publishes all enforcement cases online for public review at... — Updated 10/25/2023

Riaz Khan is of man of great courage, conviction, and principle. I have known Riaz for years, since we were both candidates for City Council in our respective cities in 2019. Even back then, I was greatly impressed by Riaz’s... — Updated 10/25/2023

I am writing to express my wholehearted endorsement of Mike Dixon as the ideal candidate for Mukilteo City Council position 5. In a time where our city requires thoughtful, informed, and well-reasoned leadership, Mike’s... — Updated 10/25/2023

Re-elect Richard Emery! Richard has lived in Mukilteo for more than 20 years and is a councilmember who values growth management, an emphasis on public safety, fiscal responsibility, the creation of a senior center for our... — Updated 10/25/2023

A top issue for me is preventing Mukilteo from being ruined by high-density housing. If this is also a concern for you, I strongly urge you to vote for Ashvin Sanghvi and Donna Vago for City Council. Ashvin Sanghvi currently... — Updated 10/19/2023

We are writing to endorse Richard Emery for Mukilteo City Council position No. 4. Throughout his years serving Mukilteo, Councilmember Emery has shown unwavering commitment to our community. His priorities align with the needs of... — Updated 10/18/2023

On Nov. 7, two candidates have Mukilteo’s best interests at heart. One is Richard Emery for City Council position 4. The other is Carolyn “Dode” Carlson for City Council position 6. Both are longtime residents of our city.... — Updated 10/18/2023

I was honored to serve the citizens of Mukilteo for 24 years (12 years on Park and Arts Commission, then 12 years on the City Council). During that time I worked with many electeds, then came to recognize who was highly effective... — Updated 10/18/2023

Please add me to the list of local residents enthusiastically endorsing the reelection of Richard Emery to the Mukilteo City Council. Our future as a community and a unique living space is largely in the hands of our City Council.... — Updated 10/18/2023