economic recovery
For the people: what local legislators plan for the 2022 session
January 7, 2022
40th and 42nd District Legislators
Dealing with climate change, providing economic relief post-COVID-19 and ensuring sustainability for the Washington State Ferries system made the priority lists of elected officials returning to take care of the people’s business when the 2022 session opens Jan. 10.
photo: Amy Nelson © 2020
Economy, environment, social justice, COVID recovery, housing: legislators anticipate the 2021 session
January 8, 2021
Salish Current editors
Salish Current asked 40th and 42nd District legislators a few questions about how they see the legislative session that convenes on Monday, Jan. 11; their answers follow.
photo: Kimberly Cauvel © 2020
Much more than a marina: Port of Bellingham drives economic recovery and growth
November 13, 2020
Kimberly Cauvel
When the COVID-19 pandemic emerged, responsibilities of the Port of Bellingham Board of Commissioners changed, to focus on keeping local businesses afloat through the economic downturn.