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Weekly Watchdog: Jan. 23–29, 2025

This week's meetings, hearings and opportunities for public input

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City and County Elected Officials meeting
3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, 5694 Second Ave., Ferndale, or online

Local government officials from around Whatcom County will discuss urban growth areas, agricultural lands and the potential for a regional housing organization.

Bellingham City Council
10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 27, 210 Lottie St., or online

Staff will present an update on the Holly Street Bike Lane Pilot Project to the Public Works and Natural Resources Committee.

Whatcom County Charter Review Commission
6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27, Ferndale Library Meeting Room, 2125 Main St., Ferndale, or online

Commissioners will discuss and propose amendments to the Whatcom County Charter, and the county auditor will present on election topics.

Whatcom County Council
1:05 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28, 311 Grand Ave., Bellingham, or online

The county Executive’s Office will discuss the scope of work and contract for constructing the Justice Center (the new jail).

Weekly Watchdog is published online Thursdays and in print Fridays. To submit a meeting for consideration, email newstips@cascadiadaily.com.

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