Everett council president backs down from ban on holding 2 offices

EVERETT — After an hourlong show of public opposition, soon-to-depart Everett City Council President Brenda Stonecipher withdrew her motion to prohibit council members from holding more than one elected position.

Stonecipher introduced the idea at a council meeting last week. It would have only applied to council member Mary Fosse, also a state representative for the 38th Legislative District.

At public comment Wednesday, residents in Fosse’s district and other parts of Everett — as well as Marysville, Arlington and Lake Stevens — took the podium. All 22 speakers opposed the ordinance.

Only standing room was available in the council chambers. Throughout public comment, attendees clapped and cheered on statements they agreed with, despite Stonecipher’s reminders that displays of support were not allowed.

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