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Hello Edmonds! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What looming budget gap is Edmonds' new task force trying to fix?
  • How could Edmonds' boards and commissions change before January 2027?
  • How an Edmonds first responder is finally being honored for 9/11

Also on today's calendar: Edmonds Art Studio Tour and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 62 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Monday: Morning mist; mainly cloudy, temps: high: 67, low: 54.
  • Tuesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 65 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Baker Tilly flags looming deficits as Edmonds launches fiscal sustainability task force (myedmondsnews.com) — Edmonds' budget is balanced for now, but consultants warn the city faces a steep revenue drop starting in 2029 and very low reserves, prompting creation of a 15‑member Fiscal Sustainability Task Force. Officials and councilmembers are weighing service changes, new revenues, and reserve policies while mapping out this fall's budget hearings and decisions that could shape city services for the next decade.
   

• Mayor outlines plan to realign City of Edmonds boards, commissions (myedmondsnews.com) — Edmonds residents should know the mayor is proposing a major overhaul of city boards and commissions, with a public hearing expected in September before changes take effect. The plan would rename and restructure many advisory groups, shift staff time and costs, and reconsider how climate, economic development, DEIA, and other priorities are handled. Councilmembers are weighing civic engagement benefits against tight budgets and limited staff capacity.
   

• For the first time, 9/11 deaths from disease are being honored; this WA man is one of them (kiro7.com) — An Edmonds man, first responder Bill Engler, is among those newly honored this year for 9/11-related illnesses, 25 years after the attacks. His family in Edmonds reflects on his service at Ground Zero, the health consequences he faced, and how his sacrifice continues to shape his grandchildren's understanding of that day and the importance of helping others.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I was digging for change at the self check out at QFC, when the gentleman next to me asked if I was okay, and extended his credit card indicating he would pay for my groceries.
    I thanked him, said I just needed to use up change, and declined his offer, but talk about kindness! We have the BEST neighbors. (Nextdoor Pine Ridge Park)
  • In 2022, we had the Yard Sale.
    In 2025, it was The Yard Sale Strikes Back This weekend, we present: Return of the Yard Sale. Yes, the nerdy signs are back! And this time we're… (Nextdoor Fir Meadows)
  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Domino's Pizza Maker/CSR - Edmonds, WA (7030) in Edmonds. Apply here.
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Front of House Team Member- Lunch Shift in Lynnwood. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Edmonds here.

🗞 Nearby News

Mountlake Terrace

  • Police search for man accused of touching two girls near Mountlake Terrace High School (kiro7.com)
  • Prep football: Top-ranked Lake Stevens handles No. 9 Bothell (heraldnet.com)

Lynnwood

  • Lynnwood Mayor presents Wastewater Treatment Plant DOE's Outstanding Performance Award for 2025 (lynnwoodtimes.com)
  • 15215 35th Ave W Unit D3, Lynnwood, WA 98087 (redfin.com)
  • High school sports roundup: Sept. 10, 2026 (myedmondsnews.com)

Ok Edmonds! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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