In the government office space in the Executive Building across from the Whatcom County Courthouse on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the Charter Review Commission tackled the age-old question that makes everyone squirm: “Who gets paid what, and why?”
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Spirited Debates and Accessibility Concerns Dominate Whatcom County Charter Commission Meeting
The Whatcom County Charter Commission’s recent meeting was its most efficient session to date, packed with passionate discussions on proposed amendments, elected official salaries, and the challenges of ensuring public access.
Whatcom County’s Charter Review: A closer look at the Proposal to Pay Commissioners
At the next meeting of the Whatcom County Charter Review Commission, Commissioner Maya Morales will introduce a significant proposal: to transition the commission from a volunteer-based body to a salaried one.
Whatcom County Charter Review Commission: Shaping Our Future in 2025
Every decade, Whatcom County residents have the opportunity to influence their local government through the Charter Review Commission.