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Meet finalists for the next chief of South County Fire
People will have an opportunity to meet three finalists vying to be the next chief of South County Fire.
The candidates are: Bryan Brice, Mount Vernon fire chief; Christopher Riley, a retired fire chief most recently at Colorado Springs; and Brian Schaeffer, the Spokane city fire chief.
The public is invited to meet them at a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 14 at South County Fire headquarters, 12425 Meridian Avenue S. in Everett.
Fire commissioners will interview the finalists, with the goal of selecting a chief by the end of November.
The new chief will take over the largest provider of fire and emergency medical services in Snohomish County. The fire authority employs 278 uniformed firefighters who serve more than 250,000 residents in Brier, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace and unincorporated communities.
More info: www.southsnofire.org
Ballots due Tuesday
Ballots must be postmarked by Tuesday to be counted in this year’s election. No postage necessary.
Ballots can be deposited in drop boxes available 24/7 throughout Snohomish County until 8 p.m. Election Day. There are 23 boxes in Snohomish County and six in Island County.
Key races this year include Initiative 976 on car tab fees and Referendum 88 about affirmative action, as well as contests for Snohomish County sheriff, auditor, treasurer and open county council seats.
More info: www.snohomishcountywa.gov/225/Ballot-Drop-Box-Locations
HEADS UP
Naval station drills
Naval Station Everett plans to run security exercises from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, and a week later on Nov. 12.
The main gates will be closed for 10-minute intervals during the drill. Those nearby may notice a larger security presence than usual, and hear blank gunshots and emergency messages on loudspeakers.
This kind of practice helps improve coordination between the Navy and local agencies. It also keeps the base prepared in the case of an actual emergency.
Shape Arlington’s downtown
Imagine the Arlington downtown of the future, one that continues to provide opportunities as a civic and economic center. What does this look like for you?
An upcoming workshop has been scheduled to gather input from the community to develop a plan for the future of the city’s historic downtown corridor.
The workshop is planned for 6 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Haller Middle School Commons, 600 E. First St.
The city’s website provides more details and a chance for people to share their thoughts about the future of Arlington’s downtown.
More info: www.arlingtonwa.gov/646/Sustainable-Communities-Downtown-Plan
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