Everett City Council Meeting: Jan. 14, 2026

The City of Everett held a City Council meeting on January 14, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved special improvement projects for pedestrian safety at Everett Avenue and 79th Place Southeast, and highway ramp improvements at I-5 and Highway 2 interchange, both through ordinances creating special improvement projects. The meeting also featured a detailed presentation by Everett Public Schools on an upcoming $1 billion school construction bond (Proposition One) and an education levy renewal (Proposition Two) set for the February 10 election. The bond aims to address overcrowding, replace aging facilities, and build new STEM and career-connected learning spaces, while the levy supports staffing and programs. Financial impacts were discussed, including an estimated tax rate increase of about 30 cents per $1,000 assessed value, equating to roughly $15 more per month for a $600,000 home. Additionally, the Everett Public Library provided an annual update highlighting significant budget cuts, reduced service hours, and staffing reductions, while emphasizing the library's community value and return on investment. Council members expressed support for the library and the school bond and levy efforts. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting included important capital improvement project approvals and budget discussions affecting future procurement and funding.