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Everett Herald favors a vote on Sound Transit in 2010

WAIT UNTIL 2010: HeraldNet: Everett Herald favors a vote on Sound Transit in 2010.

Proponents of a 2008 vote may believe the large voter turnout expected because of the presidential race works in favor of approval. But the sagging economy doesn't. Another rejection, just one year after the last, could be politically devastating for Sound Transit.

A vote in 2010, on the other hand, allows time to develop a plan that better connects the region. It also would take place after the 2009 launch of Central Link light rail between downtown Seattle and Sea-Tac Airport, which should serve to bolster voter confidence. And after two more years of high gasoline prices, public demand for transit may be greater than ever.

Rasmussen on the Parks Levy

RASMUSSEN ON THE PARKS LEVY: The West Seattle Hearld published an op-ed. Councilmember Rasmussen didn't commit to putting a levy on the ballot, but seems very open to the idea if the public support is there:

The Council will thoughtfully and carefully explore new parks and green space funding and will make a decision in July as to whether to proceed with a levy this year. We are committed to making sure that Seattle has the parks and the healthy environment the people of Seattle value, and whether this is the year to ask the people of Seattle to continue to make investments in our parks and environment.