In effort to ease the financial burden to families, the city has expanded eligibility for rate reductions.
Bob Ferguson also announced his support for a millionaires’ tax.
Assistance will be available for any individual, family or business impacted by the floods at the Hamilton Town Hall and at the Burlington Parks & Recreation Office.
The governor adds this would be the largest investment in preservation compared to any budget enacted in the last two decades.
Washington had led a coalition of states in suing the Department of Ed over the cuts.
A consulting firm hired by Whatcom County estimates the area would face a significant budget deficit if it were to become its own city.
The deadline to drop off any flood-damaged items for free is coming up.
The state has a website designed to weed out any shady contractors.
DSHS is offering cash assistance for eligible households now through Jan. 15, 2026.
The DOH says it will never ask for your banking information.
