Whatcom County Charter Series: Balancing the Scales of County Government

Whatcom County Charter Series: Balancing the Scales of County Government By Hannah Ordos, Future 42 Director and Charter Commissioner Imagine a county government where the people elected to represent you are expected to County Courthouse oversee spending, craft legislation, and advocate for their communities—yet must do it all with barely any independent support. This November, Whatcom County voters will face a pivotal choice among 12 proposed charter amendments, including... Proposition 1: “Authorizing ...