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This Thursday: stand up for our neighbors

This Thursday: stand up for our neighbors

Mountlake Terrace City Council votes on a resolution affirming immigrant rights.

Feb 4, 2026

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3 min read

ICE in Mountlake Terrace: What You Can Do

ICE in Mountlake Terrace: What You Can Do

Steps to protect yourself and your neighbors

Jan 15, 2026

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2 min read

Help Shape the Food Forest at Ballinger Park

Help Shape the Food Forest at Ballinger Park

The community food forest is moving forward and volunteers are needed.

Dec 7, 2025

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2 min read

Flock Is Officially Cancelled and Sam Doyle Is Heading to Council

Flock Is Officially Cancelled and Sam Doyle Is Heading to Council

A big week in Mountlake Terrace. Thank you to everyone who showed up.

Dec 5, 2025

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3 min read

Flock Fallout and Election Cliffhanger

Flock Fallout and Election Cliffhanger

New reporting, legal rulings, and cities reversing course on flock safety — plus a local race that’s come down to three votes.

Nov 8, 2025

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6 min read

Two Favors to Ask

Two Favors to Ask

A quick update, a reminder to vote, and one important article to share

Oct 22, 2025

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2 min read

Checking In

Checking In

Oct 19, 2025

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2 min read

Who Said It Best? Highlights from the MLT Candidate Conversations

Who Said It Best? Highlights from the MLT Candidate Conversations

A packed library, sharp questions, and real contrasts. Here’s what each candidate said on taxes, growth, Flock cameras, and more.

Oct 5, 2025

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11 min read

If You Give a Flock a Cookie

If You Give a Flock a Cookie

It systematically deprives you of your freedom and privacy bit by bit

Oct 4, 2025

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2 min read

Waiting on Flock, Watching the Election

Waiting on Flock, Watching the Election

Headlines from Adams County, a pause in Mountlake Terrace, and why November could change the outcome.

Oct 3, 2025

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4 min read

Pedal & Plate: Dinner, Stories, and Support for Better Biking Oct. 24

Pedal & Plate: Dinner, Stories, and Support for Better Biking Oct. 24

Join me October 24 at Lake Ballinger Center for NSBA’s first fundraising dinner with storyteller Willie Weir. Tickets are going fast!

Sep 30, 2025

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3 min read

Mountlake Terrace: Not What It Used To Be

Mountlake Terrace: Not What It Used To Be

Our story has changed since 2000 — more people, more diversity, more housing options — and that is exactly why telling it matters.

Sep 29, 2025

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5 min read

Flock Paused: What Your Councilmembers Said

Flock Paused: What Your Councilmembers Said

Community pushback led to a pause. Here’s where Paige, Wahl, and others stand — and why cancellation is still the best path.

Sep 28, 2025

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6 min read

Tonight, We Paused Flock

Tonight, We Paused Flock

Gratitude from a hotel room in Denver

Sep 25, 2025

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2 min read

Reminder: Tonight’s Public Hearing on Flock

Reminder: Tonight’s Public Hearing on Flock

Stronger drafts are on the table. Tell Council to adopt reforms, or—best—cancel before installation.

Sep 25, 2025

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3 min read

WSDOT Doesn’t Want Flock Cameras on Their Roads

WSDOT Doesn’t Want Flock Cameras on Their Roads

State transportation officials appear to be steering clear of Flock. Here’s what that might mean for Mountlake Terrace.

Sep 24, 2025

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3 min read

Be Ready: Suspected ICE Activity Near Mountlake Terrace

Be Ready: Suspected ICE Activity Near Mountlake Terrace

Two recent suspected ICE sightings near our city are a reminder: keep this guide and hotline handy.

Sep 23, 2025

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3 min read

Progress on Flock Revisions — Next Stop Sept. 25

Progress on Flock Revisions — Next Stop Sept. 25

New drafts reflect community input and stronger oversight, but key risks remain. Here’s what’s improved, and what residents should push for next.

Sep 22, 2025

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6 min read

45th Annual Arts of the Terrace starts this weekend

45th Annual Arts of the Terrace starts this weekend

Paintings, photography, miniatures, and more — free admission Sept. 20–27.

Sep 21, 2025

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2 min read

Speak Up Sept. 25: Flock and Community Policing Advisory Board

Speak Up Sept. 25: Flock and Community Policing Advisory Board

Council will review Flock policy and the advisory board. Show up and share: Good, Better, Best paths forward.

Sep 20, 2025

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4 min read

Flock News Roundup + September 25: A Chance to Be Heard

Flock News Roundup + September 25: A Chance to Be Heard

Lawsuits, cancellations, and growing concerns about Flock cameras nationwide—and why September 25 is the time to show up in Mountlake Terrace.

Sep 19, 2025

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4 min read

Council to Review Public Safety Costs Thursday — Flock Adds to the Bill

Council to Review Public Safety Costs Thursday — Flock Adds to the Bill

The $27,000 contract is just the start. Litigation, records requests, and fee hikes could make Flock far more expensive.

Sep 16, 2025

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6 min read

Mountlake Terrace History You May Not Know

Mountlake Terrace History You May Not Know

A new book reveals the surprising depth of Mountlake Terrace’s history, and there is a chance to hear the author speak on October 25.

Sep 13, 2025

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6 min read

Flock Puts the Risk on Cities — and Fights Them When They Push Back

Flock Puts the Risk on Cities — and Fights Them When They Push Back

Stanwood is in court over data ownership. Evanston tried to cancel and got sued. Flock shifts liability onto cities while protecting itself.

Sep 12, 2025

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5 min read

Stanwood Pauses Flock — After the Same Warning Our Lawyers Raised

Stanwood Pauses Flock — After the Same Warning Our Lawyers Raised

Stanwood has turned off its Flock cameras while courts decide if the footage is a public record. Our own legal team warned of this exact risk — but Council never saw it.

Sep 11, 2025

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4 min read

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