Letter to the editor
Being elected to your Federal Way City Council has been an honor, and I never forget who I serve. I ran for election understanding I… Continue reading
Letter to the editor
We are concerned with the City of Federal Way’s recent new tax proposal. A historical review of Federal Way’s utility tax appears to be relevant… Continue reading
Inside politics
Over the past five years, homelessness has become a significant problem regionally and here in Federal Way. Different cities have chosen different paths to follow… Continue reading
Letter to the editor
We went to the Federal Way Symphony season finale on April 7. Bravo! Maestro A. Brian Davenport, soloist Marjorie Kransberg-Talvi, the orchestra members, and the… Continue reading
Mirror editorial
Federal Way failed to inform the public well in advance about the utility tax, and now the public will pay the price. Last month, the… Continue reading
Letter to the editor
I feel compelled to offer my two cents regarding the Mirror’s Inside Politics author’s constant haranguing of our mayor, city council and city staff. Bob… Continue reading
Letter to the editor
I am responding to Scott Chase’s letter in the April 6 edition, in which he prefers an I-5 on/off-ramp at South 312th Street over one… Continue reading
Letter to the editor
As a resident of King County for 37 years, I have worked for decades on behalf of a woman’s right to receive the full range… Continue reading
Letter to the editor
Back on Jan. 6, 2017, the Mirror reported, “Federal Way outlines legislative priorities for 2017,” which had another $1 million to study the new I-5… Continue reading
The last month has seen the nation focus on the continuing problem of mass murders at our schools. Parkland, Florida, is the latest example. Here… Continue reading
My Perspective
How tall is too tall? Another way of framing the question: What is the acceptable density for construction of combined retail multifamily units and business… Continue reading
KOMO news broke a story on March 7 of this year. The headline: “10 arrested after almost $10 million worth of illegal marijuana found in… Continue reading
Guest column
Traffic. Congestion. Two words most Puget Sound commuters are familiar with these days. The latest Washington State Department of Transportation numbers show the importance of… Continue reading
Letter to the Editor
Thanks to the Mirror and especially to reporter Heidi Sanders for the excellent March 16 piece covering Marine View Presbyterian Church’s upcoming mission trip to… Continue reading
Letter to the Editor
What flavor Kool-Aid are people drinking? The mayor and council imposed a tax on Lakehaven Water and Sewer District to supplement the city budget. If… Continue reading
Federal Way Mirror Editoral
Much of the talk of tariffs and trade wars has centered on the Trump administration’s decision to pursue increased taxes on some international supplies of… Continue reading
Sex in the Suburbs
Dear Mattel and moms concerned about role models for your daughters, Thank you, Mattel, for once again making changes and additions to your line of… Continue reading
Letter to the Editor
Is forcing a municipal corporation of the State of Washington Utility Company to collect a 7.75-percent tax for the citylegal? It was disappointing to see… Continue reading
Mayor’s Memo
The results that come from making tough decisions with a forward-looking view can elicit praise but also scorn. During my first four years as mayor,… Continue reading
Inside Politics
The tension was high in the City Council chambers at the March 20 meeting as the council considered Mayor Jim Ferrell’s recommendation to pass a… Continue reading
