AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoAirport Repair Plan: The Port of Bellingham set a 30-day closure for Bellingham International Airport’s runway rehab in summer 2027, from July 20 to Aug. 19, with a $25 million project largely funded by the FAA—sparking worries from frequent flyers about detours to Sea-Tac. Homelessness Oversight: Seattle and King County leaders are pressing for answers on the King County Regional Homelessness Authority after a state audit found messy accounting and a $45 million deficit, with a city council deadline looming on what to do next. Public Safety & Health: Public Health is monitoring a fourth King County resident for Andes hantavirus tied to the MV Hondius cruise outbreak, while Seattle police investigate a man who allegedly hid inside a Fremont vintage shop overnight. Sanitation Upgrade: Seattle rolled out new free Pioneer Square restrooms using a QR/text access system, aiming to avoid the vandalism problems that sank earlier toilet efforts. Business & Politics: Starbucks plans layoffs of 300 corporate workers and closing some regional offices as it continues its turnaround.
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