It’s a fact. In 2021, 80% of Kenmore and Lake Forest Park voters said no to a proposed fire merger. That time it was with Woodinville. But that didn’t stop the Northshore Board of Commissioners from pursuing another proposal – this one far more costly – with Shoreline FD. Not only did they disregard our concerns, but during this time between then and now, a commissioner covered up an illegally unreported $10,000 campaign contribution, the levy lid was increased, (disproving a prior claim that such an arrangement would save money,) and some even benefited personally by contracting with Shoreline. The Commission Chair even purchased an expensive customized jacket… with taxpayer funds, all while claiming this new alliance was a financial necessity.

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As a result, our Northshore Fire District, which has served us well for decades, is on the brink of extinction. But how did we get here in the first place?