Bothell adopts Urban Forest Management Plan with canopy and planting goals The council unanimously adopted the Urban Forest Management Plan, highlighting a 44% citywide tree canopy, a small net loss of 0.7% (about 60 acres) since 2015, and a goal to increase canopy by 2% over 20 years (roughly 300 trees per year). The plan includes code updates, species guidance and partnerships.

Bothell's Urban Forest Management Plan aims for a thriving 44% tree canopy while tackling a small net loss since 2015—join the movement to protect and enhance our green spaces!

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Bothell council studies ALPR policy and surveillance risks; staff to pursue subcommittee and state advocacy The police chief briefed the council on current school-zone ALPR use, vendor data practices and draft surveillance policies. Council members debated privacy risks, vendor data retention and federal access, and directed staff to pursue additional legal guidance, contracting scrutiny and a policy subcommittee.

Bothell's council is diving deep into the controversial use of automated license-plate readers, weighing the balance between enhanced traffic safety and the risks of privacy invasion.

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Bothell council to study municipal resistance to immigration enforcement after public petition Residents urged the council to adopt municipal resistance measures to limit local cooperation with federal immigration agents. Council members supported scheduling a study session and possible subcommittee for March to review options used by other Washington cities.

Bothell residents are rallying for stronger protections against federal immigration enforcement, urging the city council to take concrete action that safeguards constitutional rights for all.

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Bothell approves $1.08 million FHWA planning grant for 102nd Avenue NE Bridge after debate over federal conditions Council voted 6–1 to authorize the city manager to accept a $1,080,000 FHWA planning grant (with a $275,000 local match) for the 102nd Avenue NE Bridge replacement study after discussing federal contract language and recent injunctions in King County v. Turner and California v. Duffy.

Bothell has secured a $1.08 million planning grant for the 102nd Avenue NE Bridge replacement, but not without a heated debate over federal contract conditions and legal challenges.

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Bothell Planning Commission approves updated Transportation Impact Fee findings, shifts measurement toward multimodal per-person trips The Planning Commission approved revised findings and recommendations to update Bothell's Transportation Impact Fee (TIF), moving toward multimodal, per-person trip measures while retaining PM peak person-trip level-of-service; staff said the change includes exemptions and reductions to encourage childcare and neighborhood-scale reuse.

Bothell's Planning Commission has taken a transformative step by approving a new Transportation Impact Fee that prioritizes multimodal travel, paving the way for smarter growth in the city.

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Federal lobbyist reports $1.092M potential for Woodcrest, RAISE extension for Bothell Way; council discusses grant conditions During a Jan. 20 study session, Bothell's contract lobbyist said congressional appropriations could include $1,092,000 for the Woodcrest utility project and that language appears to provide a three-year extension to a FY22 RAISE grant for Bothell Way; council members asked about executive-branch conditions on federal grants and CDBG eligibility.

Exciting news for Bothell! Congress may soon approve $1,092,000 for the Woodcrest utility project and extend timelines for the Bothell Way RAISE grant.

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Bothell council approves ARCH funding resolution; Bothell Urban project recommended for largest ARCH award Bothell City Council on Jan. 20 approved a resolution authorizing ARCH-administered funding agreements for seven regional projects, including a recommended $1.5 million award for the Bothell Urban Project; the council also heard that the state awarded $1 million in CHIP funds for the same Bothell project.

Bothell City Council just greenlit a monumental $1.5 million for the Bothell Urban Project, set to deliver 200 much-needed housing units!

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Bothell council reviews draft Urban Forest Management Plan, staff proposes 2% canopy gain over 20 years Planners presented a draft Urban Forest Management Plan that inventories more than 15,000 street trees, maps canopy equity needs, and recommends a 20‑year target to increase tree canopy by about 2% while coordinating code updates, incentives, and community partnerships.

Bothell's Urban Forest Management Plan aims to boost tree canopy by 2% over the next 20 years, focusing on equity and community partnerships to enhance the city's green spaces.

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Bothell residents press council to remove procedural barriers to small‑scale infill Residents and applicants urged Bothell City Council to clarify zoning interpretations and remove pay‑to‑appeal hurdles after a homeowner's modest infill project was stalled; city staff said they are coordinating with the Department of Commerce and will report back in a February study session.

Bothell residents are demanding the city council to cut red tape and make it easier for families to build modest homes, arguing that current laws favor large developers over community needs.

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Council directs staff to negotiate North Shore Nights night‑market contract after mixed feedback on scale and schedule Bothell staff received a single RFP from Gilly Wagon LLC to run a 15‑week Saturday night market; council gave direction to begin contract negotiations and asked staff to explore scaled options, business outreach and measures of success before final contract returns for approval.

A vibrant downtown night-market proposal could transform Bothell's Saturday evenings and boost local businesses, but councilors are weighing the costs and community impact before making a final decision.

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Residents urge Bothell to restore skate park at Bothell Landing; council hears fundraiser and design ideas Dozens of residents and local skate‑community leaders told the Bothell City Council on Jan. 14 they want a covered, destination‑quality skate park at Bothell Landing. Speakers presented fundraising progress, safety and design preferences, and urged the council to use a recent community gift and the city’s planning process to move the project forward.

Dozens of passionate residents are rallying for a state-of-the-art skate park at Bothell Landing, promising to transform the community and boost the local economy!

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Bothell salary commission narrows plan to tie council pay to 45% of single-person AMI; public hearing set for Oct. 30 The Bothell Salary Commission voted preliminarily to recommend indexing council pay to 45% of single-person area median income, expand eligibility for core health benefits, and eliminate the childcare and low‑income stipends; staff will publish exact dollar figures and hold a public hearing on Oct. 30.

The Bothell Salary Commission is poised to recommend a major shift in council pay, tying it to 45% of the single-person area median income—setting the stage for a public hearing on October 30!

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Bothell advisory committee reviews lodging-tax rules, World Cup marketing and available grants City staff briefed the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee on how lodging-tax revenues may be used under state law, Bothell's 2% local rate and Snohomish County's separate $2 TPA assessment, and discussed World Cup marketing, grants and regional coordination.

Bothell's Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is diving into the details of local lodging taxes and World Cup marketing strategies—are you ready to discover how these funds can boost our community?

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Bothell LTAC reports hotel‑motel tax receipts down about $48,000 year‑to‑date Staff reported year‑to‑date hotel‑motel tax revenue of roughly $75,000 versus $124,000 the prior year, a decline of about $48,000; members discussed impacts from reduced Canadian visitation and competition from new hotels in the region.

Bothell's hotel-motel tax revenue has plummeted by $48,000 this year, raising concerns about tourism and competition from new hotels nearby.

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Bothell plans World Cup readiness with watch‑party toolkits and business outreach LTAC members said they are preparing toolkits and marketing to help Bothell businesses host watch parties for Club World Cup and the 2026 World Cup; discussions covered licensing costs, fan‑zone coordination, vendor toolkits and potential funding for promotion.

Bothell is gearing up for the World Cup with exciting plans to support local businesses in hosting unforgettable watch parties!

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Bothell pursues Port of Seattle grant and RFP for downtown public‑art plan Staff and chamber members described an RFP funded by Port of Seattle grant (with city match) to create an 'evergreen' public‑art plan for city‑owned lots E, F and G; the plan would hire an artist‑author to assemble rotating installations and a roster of artists to activate downtown and support World Cup‑era promotions.

Bothell is set to transform its downtown with a dynamic public-art plan funded by the Port of Seattle, creating a vibrant space for art and community interaction.

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Bothell committee discusses World Cup readiness: watch parties, transport and cross‑city toolkits Committee members discussed transportation options (hotel shuttles, Uber/Lyft, bikes/scooters), potential watch‑party venues (UW Bothell, Cascadia College), and coordination with regional toolkits to prepare for World Cup and Club Cup visitors.

Bothell is gearing up to be the ultimate base for World Cup visitors with exciting watch parties and seamless transport options!

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StreetSense reports strong early engagement for Bothell marketing; reels and new email template cited as drivers StreetSense told a Bothell tourism/marketing committee that January–May metrics show above‑pace website traffic and high email engagement driven by reels, new blog features and a redesigned email template; committee discussed budget implications and next steps.

Bothell's marketing efforts are smashing goals, with innovative video strategies and a fresh email template driving engagement like never before!

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Bothell tourism group pauses 'Sip and Stay' hotel passport after Liquor Board review Bothell tourism representatives said they removed marketing for the long-running 'Sip and Stay' hotel–wine passport after a Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board staffer raised compliance concerns; hotels will honor existing passports while staff pursue non‑alcohol alternatives and meetings with the wine‑country board.

Bothell's popular "Sip and Stay" hotel passport program is on hold after compliance concerns from the Liquor Board, leaving many visitors wondering about their next wine adventure.

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Board weighs Fort Wayne golf-course master plan and dog-park options amid environmental and neighborhood constraints Board discussion centered on master-planning the former Fort Wayne golf course (target January kickoff) and a lengthy debate over dog-park siting, with staff noting ecological constraints, water-utility ownership at William Penn, maintenance burdens and the possibility of pop-up trials or acquisition in Snohomish County.

Bothell's Parks and Recreation Board is at a crossroads, debating the future of the former Fort Wayne golf course and the city's urgent need for dog parks—can they balance community demand with environmental concerns?

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Bothell council discusses 2026 committee assignments, ARCH pilot and potential SCA withdrawal Councilmembers discussed committee and regional appointments for 2026, including an ARCH affordable-housing pilot, reinstating a Public Safety Committee, representation on transit and regional homelessness coalitions, and staff was directed to draft a recommendation about Sound Cities Association participation.

Bothell City Council is gearing up for 2026 with exciting discussions on committee assignments, a new affordable housing pilot, and potential changes to regional affiliations!

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Bothell staff outline $3.1M opioid settlement, YMCA behavioral-health contract and grants program City staff told the council Bothell will receive about $3.1 million in opioid settlement funds over 17 years, has an up-to-$500,000 behavioral health contract with the North Shore YMCA, and provides about $414,000 annually to nonprofits across 38 programs; no council action was requested.

Bothell is set to receive $3.1 million from opioid settlements and is partnering with the North Shore YMCA to enhance local behavioral health services—transforming community care like never before!

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Bothell outlines World Cup visitor strategy and limits on hosting official fan zones City staff said Bothell will market to World Cup visitors using Lodging Tax funds, coordinate transportation guidance to 'Seattle Stadium' matches, and rely on partnerships (Port of Seattle, UW, chamber) while noting FIFA licensing limits that restrict official fan zones to Seattle and Everett.

Bothell is gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by launching a vibrant marketing campaign to attract visitors and enhance local experiences—find out how they plan to connect fans to the action!

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Council adopts technical-correction ordinance to reflect likely safe-streets levy increase Council adopted a technical correction to the 2026 property-tax levy ordinance that incorporates language reflecting the likely passage of a safe streets and sidewalks levy lid lift (50¢ per $1,000 assessed value, estimated $10 million). The ordinance passed 4–0 and is contingent on the levy’s eventual certification.

Bothell’s City Council just approved a significant update to the 2026 property-tax levy, paving the way for a potential $10 million safe streets and sidewalks improvement!

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Bothell council adopts Climate Action Plan and joins regional K4C commitments The Bothell City Council unanimously adopted a Climate Action Plan setting greenhouse-gas reduction goals of 50% by 2030, 75% by 2040 and 95% by 2050 and approved King County regional K4C joint commitments. Staff said the plan is aligned with state and neighboring-city work and will guide future budgets and programs.

Bothell's City Council just took a bold step towards a sustainable future by adopting an ambitious Climate Action Plan aimed at slashing emissions by 50% by 2030!

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Planning commission forwards affordable-housing zoning updates to council, adds requirement for further study The commission recommended City Council adopt the proposed affordable housing zoning-code amendments but amended the recommendation to request further work, including consideration of mandatory elements and study of thresholds and offsets. The vote to forward the amended recommendation was unanimous among commissioners present.

Bothell's Planning Commission is pushing for affordable housing zoning changes but insists on further analysis before making any requirements mandatory.

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Board previews Fort Wayne/former golf-course planning and reopens dog-park discussion Staff said kickoff for the golf-course planning is expected in January, with a long engagement and education process; the board also discussed community demand for dog parks and environmental, ownership and neighborhood constraints.

Exciting changes are on the horizon as the board prepares to engage the community on the future of the former golf course and tackle the growing demand for dog parks!

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Bothell planning commission studies urban-forest plan, weighing canopy targets and code changes At a Oct. 22 study session, Bothell planning commissioners reviewed an urban forest management plan that lays out canopy baselines, outreach findings and recommended code, incentive and implementation tools to limit canopy loss during anticipated housing growth. Commissioners debated how ambitious a canopy target to set and flagged staff capacity,/

Bothell's Planning Commission is grappling with how to protect its urban forest as development pressures threaten to chop down the city's tree canopy.

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Bothell Council hears annual DEI update; city to publish roadmap tracker and expand youth engagement City staff presented an annual diversity, equity and inclusion update outlining an advisory committee, youth engagement pilots with North Shore schools, training offerings and a public roadmap tracker of 54 DEI actions; no council action was required.

Bothell is taking bold steps towards inclusivity with a new public tracker to monitor their ambitious 2023–2026 DEI roadmap and exciting youth engagement initiatives!

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Council briefed on housing action plan, middle‑housing code tweaks and landscape buffer consistency Staff updated the council on the Housing Action Plan timeline and related annual comprehensive plan and code cleanup work focused on middle‑housing, inclusionary zoning and landscape buffer standards; no action was requested at the study session.

City planners have unveiled exciting updates to the Housing Action Plan, aiming to refine middle-housing codes and boost community engagement by 2026!

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