Councilmember Paula Rhyne - Everett City Council, District 2

08/18/2026

A fantastic event and fundraiser by the Evergreen Arboretum And Gardens!

We have 14 dogs, 10 cats and just 3 stuffed animals running so far. One mayor from each category will win, but you can't win if you never enter! Signs can be placed on the Campaign Trail in the Arboretum. It's as easy as laminating an 8.5x11 piece of paper mounted on a stake! Or make a yard sign at a printer like Staples. Get in the game and raise money for the Shelter and the Arb. It's a win-win as they say...

08/18/2026

A new feature this Sunday at The Everett Farmers Market!

🎉 NEW THIS SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 — OUR FIRST ANNUAL KIDS CORNER MARKET! Come meet 11 talented young vendors who have created and made their own products — and are ready to share them with you! 📍 Find the Kids Corner Market at the corner of Wall & Wetmore, in the Municipal Building parking lot. 🕥 10:30 AM–2:00 PM. Stop by their booths, see what they’ve created, and help make their first Kids Corner Market a great one! 💛

08/17/2026

Get your child ready for the new school year! Snohomish County Health Department is hosting 2026 Back-to-School Vaccination Clinics at multiple district locations:

Marysville School District
Tue, 8/18, 1–5 PM
Liberty Elementary School
4923 67th St. NE, Marysville, WA 98270

Everett Public Schools
Fri, 8/21, 11 AM–3 PM
Community Resource Center
3900 Broadway, Everett, WA 98201

Mukilteo School District
Mon, 8/24, 2–6 PM
Challenger Elementary School
9600 Holly Drive, Everett, WA 98204

Monroe School District (Monroe students only)
Wed, 8/26, 4–6 PM
Park Place Middle School
1408 W. Main St., Monroe, WA 98272

No cost. Appointments encouraged. Limited walk-ins available.
Sign up here: https://www.snohd.org/177/Immunizations

08/17/2026

A reminder that the transit open house is tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug 18th, and all are welcome to join. Administration will be bringing a proposal to council in the coming months and this is a great opportunity to advocate for which priorities you would like reflected in it.

The City of Everett and Community Transit are exploring transit consolidation and what it could mean for the future of public transportation in our community.

You can join us for a Transit Consolidation Open House on Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Walter Hall Banquet Room.

Come learn more about transit consolidation, ask questions and hear more about what this potential change could mean for Everett and our community. This is an opportunity to get informed, share your input and connect with representatives from the City of Everett and Community Transit.

Learn more at everettwa.gov/transitconsolidation.

08/12/2026

The deadline for nominations for the Monte Cristo Awards has been extended to Friday, Aug 15!

Good news, Everett! We've heard some neighbors needed a little more time to submit their favorites, so we're extending nominations for the Monte Cristo Awards through Saturday, Aug. 15!

Help us find the best in:
o Green Gardening
o Neighborhood Friendly Business
o Pride of the Neighborhood
o Rejuvenation and Transformation
o District Spirit & Community Collaboration

Recognize an individual or group who strengthen community identity through shared projects, inclusive engagement and efforts to bring neighbors together.

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the best of Everett! Submit your nominations here: everettwa.gov/montecristo

Lowell WA Civic Association, Valley View Neighborhood, Everett, WA, Westmont-Holly Neighborhood, Northwest Neighborhood (North Everett), Cascade View Neighborhood, Riverside Neighborhood Association, Bayside Neighborhood Association, Port Gardner Neighborhood Association - Everett, WA, Silver Lake Neighborhood in Everett, WA, Evergreen Neighborhood, Everett, WA, Glacier View Neighborhood, Everett Washington,Pinehurst-Beverly Park Neighborhood, Delta Neighborhood Association

08/12/2026

The City of Everett, WA - Govt is hosting a listening session to hear more from the public about their thoughts on a possible merger of Everett Transit into Community Transit. At this open house there will be staff available to hear more about this process, get your questions answered, and most importantly to capture what priorities you would like to see included in any proposal. The open house will be Tuesday, August 18, from 5:30-7:30 at the Walter Hall Banquet Room. More info below at on the city's website at: https://www.everettwa.gov/2786/46858/Transit-Consolidation

The City of Everett and Community Transit are exploring transit consolidation and what it could mean for the future of public transportation in our community.

You can join us for a Transit Consolidation Open House on Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Walter Hall Banquet Room.

Come learn more about transit consolidation, ask questions and hear more about what this potential change could mean for Everett and our community. This is an opportunity to get informed, share your input and connect with representatives from the City of Everett and Community Transit.

Learn more at everettwa.gov/transitconsolidation.

08/04/2026

Tonight is ! Join neighborhood and community groups across the city to celebrate community. A list of events can be found at this link: https://www.everettwa.gov/511/National-Night

I'm excited to join Port Gardner Neighborhood Association - Everett, WA, Lowell WA Civic Association, Valley View Neighborhood, Everett, WA, and South Forest Park's events tonight!

National Night Out is a community partnership with law enforcement to raise awareness about crime in our neighborhoods. Our goal is to let criminals know we won't tolerate them in Everett.

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

Nominations for the Monte Cristo Awards are open until Wednesday! Is there a house on your block with a fantastic yard? Or has an owner worked hard to rejuvenate their house? Is there a business that's creating community? Nominate them today!

Nominations for the Monte Cristo Awards close on Wednesday, August 5!

The Monte Cristos are a community-driven award program honoring the people behind the well-maintained residences, unique gardens, friendly businesses and passionate community groups that make Everett such a special place. If there is a noteworthy property, business or group, consider nominating them for one of five awards:
🏆 Green Gardening - This award is given to homeowners who have implemented natural or green gardening practices.
🏆Neighborhood-Friendly Business - This award is given to businesses that rate high in overall visual quality from the street view.
🏆Pride of the Neighborhood - Homes and yards that consistently look their best deserve this award.
🏆Rejuvenation and Transformation - These are residential properties that have changed for the better, transformed by the owners to be a visual asset.
🏆 NEW! District Spirit & Community Collaboration Award - This award recognizes an individual or group who strengthen community identity through shared projects, inclusive engagement, and efforts to bring neighbors together.

We're also accepting nominations for the Marian Krell Award which honors a past Monte Cristo Award recipient who's excelled in maintaining their property over several years' time.

Submit a nomination for yourself, a neighbor or a random property that you admire by August 5. Make sure to include a photo with your submission 📸: everettwa.gov/montecristonominations

For more information on the Monte Cristo Awards, including its history, award categories and more, visit everettwa.gov/montecristo.

08/03/2026

Sad to see our great state smothered in smoke and also that thick band over Everett. Please see the info below from Washington Department of Ecology regarding masks and recommendations for people with sensitivities to smoke and air quality. Local shelters are available for people to move indoors if needed. Take good care 💚

In the wake of devastating wildfires in Spokane, we’re seeing statewide impacts to air quality. As winds shift through this evening, we expect to see smoke blanket the state from Vancouver to Spokane, including major metropolitan areas like Seattle, Tacoma, and Everett. If conditions become smoky near you, stay inside, shut windows and doors, and run an air purifier. If you must go outside, wear an N95 mask and stay hydrated.

Visit wa211.org to find clean air and extreme heat shelters near you. Check the WA Smoke Blog for smoke and air quality updates: wasmoke.blogspot.com.