eNews: City Manager Survey Results, Diversity Consultant, Burn Ban & more!

State declares wildfire state of emergency, limited burn ban

Gov. Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency Tuesday, July 6th in response to the growing risk of wildfires. Most outdoor and agricultural burning in Washington is banned until the end of September. Every summer, Washington and surrounding states are ravaged by wildfires which inevitably leads to wildfire smoke and poor air quality. Check www.psecleanair.org for air quality in your area and do your part to help prevent bark and brush fires:

City Manager Survey Results
Bothell Community - thanks to everyone who completed the City Manager Recruitment Survey! A few weeks ago, we asked the community to provide input to help inform the recruitment process for our next City Manager. We received more than 500 responses and you can see the full results here.

Work Begins on Diversity Action Plan

The City of Bothell is excited to move forward on the development of a diversity plan, to help ensure the services we deliver meet the needs of everyone in our community. We'll be working with Chanin Kelly Rae, an expert consultant who has extensive experience guiding local governments. We are working on internal processes now and will start community engagement efforts late Summer/early Fall. Stay tuned and sign up for DEI updates here:

Shield Your Pin Code: Skimming Thieves

Bothell Police are investigating after skimming devices were found on gas pumps at a gas/convenience store in the 20800 block of Bothell-Everett Highway on Monday, June 21. Skimming devices have gotten smaller and harder to spot. Carefully shield pin codes as you type them and check your bank statements for unexplained charges.

Get a Free Car Wash!

How do you usually wash your vehicle? This month Bothell residents can take a survey about car washing and we’ll mail you a voucher to receive a free wash at an automatic car wash facility. Click below to take the survey, then learn more about eco-friendly car washing options at bothellwa.gov/carwashing.

What's Going in There?

Did you know the City of Bothell has an online, interactive map of pending private development projects? You can click the green tabs at the top to see projects that are in review, in preliminary approval, or under construction. Click the dots to see project details. See the Private Development Project map here and find more maps at bothellwa.gov/maps.

What’s blooming, Bothell?

In this month’s flora and fauna feature, learn about tansy ragwort - a noxious weed reported at several sites throughout Bothell this year. Tansy ragwort primarily grows in sunny areas and can be found in meadows, landscape beds, and roadsides. Learn more about this weed and how to safely dispose of it if found in your neighborhood.

Learn about your drinking water

The annual water quality report for Bothell Water customers is now available and contains important information about your drinking water. Learn about where your water comes from and how it is treated.

Regional Transportation Survey

The Puget Sound Regional Council is conducting a survey on the Future of Transportation to support development of the Regional Transportation Plan. This plan will outline investments the region is making to improve all aspects of the transportation system – from roads, transit, rail, ferry, bicycle and pedestrian systems – to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. Complete the survey through August and give your Bothell perspective! Available in multiple languages.

Remember to scoop the poop!

Whether you’re hanging out in the Pop-Up Dog Park or anywhere else in Bothell, you’re responsible for picking up after your pup. There’s actually a law for that! Bothell Municipal Code 6.16.011 requires you to have a bag with you to collect your dog’s waste if you and your four-legged friend are on public property or on someone else’s private property. And remember – used pet waste bags should go in the trash can, not the yard waste or compost bin.