The county is taking public feedback on the proposal through May 29.

Seattle (16-16) improved to .500 for the first time since April 3.

It would allow the county to collect a tax from unincorporated residents to fund the Whatcom Chief’s maintenance and operation.

The state is still seeing its highest rates in five years amid a tough job market.

The county council voted to preliminarily approve the budget Tuesday night following three hours of public comment.

The closure timeline is subject to change if weather impacts the concrete curing process.

There is no estimate for the alley’s reopening date. 

DeSimone has served as interim director since the Port parted ways with former director Rob Fix last summer.