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Local arts leader urges stronger public benefits from Aquasox stadium deal

Everett City Council · April 23, 2026
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Summary

Evan Reed, executive director of Bunker Arts Collective, told Everett council that as the Aquasox stadium project has grown to about $120 million the team's contribution (~$10 million) is insufficient and urged a guaranteed annual community return of roughly $600,000–$1,000,000 to fund neighborhood projects and maintenance.

During public comment at the April 22 Everett City Council meeting, Evan Reed, executive director of Bunker Arts Collective, urged council to require clearer, ongoing public benefits as the privately owned Aquasox stadium project proceeds.

"As the project has grown the public's burden has grown…

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