GET INVOLVED
WWU Board of Trustees meeting
8 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, Old Main 340, or online
Western Washington University’s board will meet to discuss advancement efforts, the ongoing legislative session and more.
Rep. Rick Larsen Telephone Town Hall
1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, online or by phone
Larsen will host a town hall to provide an update on his efforts to “fight back against the Republican Rip-Off” and answer constituent questions. People can tune in at larsen.house.gov/live or by dialing 855-962-0954.
Port of Bellingham Commission
4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, 1801 Roeder Ave., or online
Commissioners will vote to authorize a letter of approval for Millworks’ proposed Phase 2 project development document.
Port of Bellingham Commission
4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, 1801 Roeder Ave., or online
Commissioners will hear a presentation an a proposed county ordinance regarding a community benefit and project labor agreement
Washington Supreme Court Justice Q&A
9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, Wilson Library Reading Room, WWU
The public is encouraged to attend and ask questions at a moderated Q&A panel with visiting state Supreme Court justices.
Bellingham Planning Commission
6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, 210 Lottie St., or online
The Planning Commission will hold a work session to review the land use and housing chapter of the 2025 Bellingham Plan.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR COMMENT
Proposed rental fee ordinances survey. Deadline: Feb. 14
Bellingham City Council is weighing two proposed ordinances that define which rental fees are permitted, limit amounts for some rental fees and promote fee transparency. Council members are seeking more information about the extent of these fees and how potential rules would affect the community. Survey online.
City of Bellingham 2026 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan Community survey. Deadline: March 2
The city is updating its PROS Plan, the six-year guide for improving parks, open space, trails and recreation, and is seeking feedback from residents. Survey online.
City of Nooksack community survey. Deadline: Ongoing
The City of Nooksack is seeking feedback from people who live or work in Nooksack on how the city should grow over the next 20 years, as part of the city’s 2025 Comprehensive Plan update. Survey online.
Water System Plan update. Deadline: Winter 2025
The goal of a Water System Plan is to make sure the City of Bellingham understands current and future demands on the system, so it can ensure everyone has reliable access to clean, safe drinking water now and in the future. Tell them why water quality is important to you. Survey online.
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