Everett furniture disposal event needs volunteers

Published 9:00 pm Friday, March 5, 2004

EVERETT — The first furniture disposal and recycling event sponsored by the city begins at 9 a.m. today and continues until 3 p.m.

Everett residents may drop off downright junky furniture at 2731 36th St., across from the Everett Animal Shelter.

Ever since Everett codes compliance officer Jon Schmidt offered to pick up furniture from some of the city’s elderly residents, his phone has been ringing off the hook. As of Thursday evening, he had 30 residents signed up.

"The bad news is that we aren’t getting the number of volunteers confirmed that signed up previously to work the event," he said.

Schmidt is looking for volunteers today to help lift couches and chairs — and spirits. If you can help, call 425-210-6813.

"Neighbors helping neighbors is a great way to lighten the load and get things done," he said.

Everett Eagles Drill Team holds fund-raiser

The Everett Eagles Drill Team is having an auction fund-raiser at 5 p.m. today at the Eagles Lodge, 3726 Broadway.

The auction is open to everyone 21 or older. Proceeds go directly to the drill team. For more information, call 425-258-2512.

From Herald staff reports