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Published 1:30 am Saturday, March 31, 2018
HEADS UP
Jetty Island ticket reservations
The Jetty Island ferry begins its season July 5, but people who live in Everett or groups of eight or more can begin saving spots April 2. Call 425-257-8304 to reserve tickets Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Parking at the Port of Everett is $3 and tickets are free, although donations are suggested.
More info: everettwa.gov
City seeks fire chief
Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin has announced plans to recruit a new fire chief.
The city has been without a permanent fire chief for nearly a year. In a news release, Franklin said she is looking for a “transformational leader.”
The city is accepting applications into late April, with plans to make a hire by the end of May. The position pays up to $173,160, according to the posting.
More info: everettwa.gov/firechief
Ferry service changes
It’s a holiday weekend, and to help meet demand on the Mukilteo-Clinton route, there will be additional late-night service for Sunday. Added sailings are at 10 p.m. and 1:30 a.m. out of Clinton, and 10:30 p.m. and 2:05 a.m. out of Mukilteo.
If you’re planning a trip to Whidbey Island, be aware that the 9:30 a.m. sailing out of Port Townsend and the 10:15 a.m. Coupeville departure are canceled due to tidal currents.
Meanwhile, the new spring ferry schedule begins Sunday.
More info: www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries
Savvy Septic continues
Snohomish County’s Savvy Septic program will continue thanks to a $200,000 grant by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency through the Washington State Department of Health.
Savvy Septic offers low-interest loans, low-income grants, maintenance rebates and educational workshops to help county homeowners fix or replace aging septic systems.
More info: tinyurl.com/SavvySeptic, 425-388-3636
OPPORTUNITY
Opening day of boating
The Mukilteo Yacht Club plans its annual Opening Day of Boating Celebration on May 5 at the Port of Everett. This year’s theme is “Island Lifestyle.” The day’s activities include a blessing of the fleet and a decorated boat parade.
Local boaters who want to take part in the parade need to register with Joe Hixon at myc@mukilteoyachtclub.com or 425-772-7299. Awards include People’s Choice and Best Costumes.
More info: mukilteoyachtclub.com
Learn crisis skills
The city of Everett is offering two free classes for people wanting to learn how to interact with others in crisis, including those who have experienced trauma, addiction and mental illness. The training has been requested by downtown business owners, among others.
One class runs is held Saturday, April 21, at the Everett Performing Arts Center. The other is split over two Thursday evenings, April 12 and April 26, at Evergreen Middle School. Registration requested.
More info: www.everettwa.gov/crisistraining
