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Two of the largest federal employee unions in the country warned their members against accepting the offer, one saying that employees that take the offer may not be guaranteed its benefits.
Blaine Border Patrol says it’s seen over 85 illegal drive-throughs since 2023.
The Bellingham Plan will be adopted into legislation by June of 2026.
Proponents of fluoride argue it prevents tooth decay and can save on dental bills, while critics call it involuntary medication that could be dangerous.
Discussions will start off with a meeting between bond consultants, the county council and the Finance Advisory Board in mid-February.
The closure is due to the city holding its first all-staff meeting in years.
The money will go towards running the shelter and comes from the city’s Affordable Housing sales tax.
The city will continue to work on a final design plan for the bike lane, with the possibility of future projects extending the path towards Broadway.
Over 3,500 acres have been purchased by the City of Bellingham since 2001 to protect the watershed as well as the wildlife and ecosystem around it.
The State Superintendent said in a statement that Washington’s Constitution does not identify citizenship as a qualification to receive an education.