Everett
City planning director honored by groups
Allan Giffen, the director of Everett’s Planning and Community Development Department, recently was named public employee of the year by the Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties and the Puget Sound chapter of the American Planning Association.
Bellevue’s Development Services Director Mike Brennan also was given the award. The award was created two years ago to honor public employees who best exemplify the spirit of seeking meaningful solutions to the challenges of growth while maintaining responsible environmental stewardship, according to the organizations.
Giffen was recognized for his work on the city’s new downtown plan and his work on several development projects around town.
Mukilteo
Lighthouse gift shop open this weekend
The gift shop at the Mukilteo Light Station is scheduled to be open from noon to 4 p.m. for holiday shopping Saturday and Sunday.
The gift shop is located next to the lighthouse at 608 Front St.
The gift shop is run by the nonprofit Mukilteo Historical Society, with proceeds going toward upkeep of the lighthouse and historical buildings.
Santa Claus is scheduled to visit the lighthouse from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday. Hot drinks and Christmas readings by Mukilteo Historical Society volunteers are planned.
After this weekend, the lighthouse and gift shop will be closed for the season and will re-open in early April 2009.
More info: 425-356-2778.
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