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1. Where is Bothell?
2. I’m considering moving to Bothell. How can I get more information?
3. Bothell has how many crows?

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1. How can I be added to the City's small works roster?
2. Is the City advertising for any bids right now?
3. Where does the City advertise for bids?

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1. How is your department evaluated for policing and law enforcement?
2. Where can I find the Bothell Police Department's Policies and Procedures?
3. How do I report an issue, complaint or compliment I have regarding an officer?
4. Do your officers wear body cameras?
5. Does your use of force policy allow for chokeholds and strangleholds?
6. Does your use of force policy require de-escalation?
7. Does your use of force policy require a warning before shooting?
8. Does your use of force policy require officers to exhaust all alternatives before shooting?
9. Does your use of force policy ban officers shooting at moving vehicles?
10. Does your use of force policy include a duty to intervene provision?
11. Does your use of force policy require a “use of force continuum?”
12. Does your policy require comprehensive reporting?
13. Where does Bothell Police stand on "no-knock" warrants?

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1. How do I obtain a copy of an Ordinance or Resolution?
2. When is the next Council meeting?

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1. What are Bothell's construction hours?
2. How do I find out about City construction projects (capital improvements)?
3. How do I find out about a private development project happening in my neighborhood?
4. Where can I see the current Capital Facilities Plan?
5. Where can I find Bothell's Design and Construction Standards?
6. What do I do if I see a contractor letting material spill into the street or storm drain?

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1. What is the cost of the class?
2. Where are the classes held?
3. What is the class size limit?
4. Who should take the Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid class?
5. What is covered in the Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid class?
6. When does the class start and end?
7. When does check-in start?
8. What if I arrive late to class or need to leave early?
9. What is the Cancellation/Refund Policy?
10. Is lunch provided?
11. What should I wear?
12. If class has to be cancelled due to weather conditions or instructor emergency, how will I be notified?
13. Can I pay with cash or check?
14. I want to sign up a group/business. Can I do that?
15. I have a mobility disability. Can this be accommodated?
16. I have a learning disability or other special needs. Can accommodations be made?
17. Can I bring my child to the class?

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1. Why should I consider locating my business to Bothell?
2. What type of businesses is Bothell known for?

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1. How do I change my federal tax withholding (W-4)?
2. How do I update my address?
3. How do I change my beneficiaries?
4. How do I get to the online Timecard application?

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1. Are fireworks legal in Bothell?
2. Are you hiring firefighters?
3. How do I schedule a station tour?
4. How do I submit a Public Records Request?
5. When is your next CPR or First Aid class?
6. How do I know if particular fireworks are legal?

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1. Why is a section of 102nd Ave NE still closed to traffic?
2. When will 102nd Ave NE reopen to traffic?

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1. Why is a fire watch necessary?
2. What is a fire watch?
3. How do I notify the Fire Marshal of a fire watch?
4. Who can do a fire watch?
5. How do I complete the fire watch logs?
6. When is a fire watch required?
7. How do I conclude my fire watch?

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1. Are fireworks legal to discharge at my address?
2. What if I do not live in city limits?
3. What are novelty devices?
4. Who enforces the fireworks ban?
5. When I can I discharge sparklers and tanks in city limits?
6. What do I do if I have a complaint about fireworks?

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1. Is garbage service required in Bothell?
2. What is the rate for commercial garbage services?
3. Does the city have a recycling event?
4. What is Wastemobile?
5. What items can I take to Wastemobile?
6. When and where is the Wastemobile?
7. What items are accepted for curbside recycling?
8. How do I set up garbage service?
9. How do I recycle _____?
10. Who can I contact if I have large donations?
11. Can I take a tour of the recycling center?
12. Are there any upcoming shred events in the area?
13. How do I schedule an inspection?

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1. What is “GIS” and where can I learn more about it?
2. What are the GIS Submission Requirements?
3. How do I report errors from private web mapping services, such as Google Maps?
4. Where can I find maps?
5. Is GIS data available to download?
6. How can I contact the Bothell GIS Services team?

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1. What is a hazardous material?
2. Who do I contact to report a spill?

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1. What is the purpose of the survey and how will the results be used?
2. If my property is included in the survey, does that mean it’s historic? What makes a building “historic”?
3. Are there benefits for listing on the local, State and National Registers?
4. What is a Certified Local Government (CLG)?

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1. Mask: Am I required to wear a mask or facial covering when I report to work?
2. Mask: How should my mask or facial covering fit?
3. Mask: When are the times I don't have to wear a mask while working?
4. Mask: When and How do I clean my facial covering or mask?
5. Mask: Where do I get a mask?
6. Mask: Can I make or purchase my own mask or face covering?
7. Mask: Where do I dispose of a used or damaged mask/facial covering?
8. SYMPTOMS: What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
9. SYMPTOMS: What should I do if I show symptoms of COVID-19?

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1. How was I chosen?
2. What's next?
3. How long will I serve?
4. Can I go home during the trial?
5. Could I be called and not sit in a jury?
6. If I'm physically challenged?
7. What happens during a trial?
8. What types of cases may I hear?

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1. Who will benefit from the food grown in the garden?
2. Who will care for the garden?
3. What components are necessary for a healthy garden?
4. Where did the garden's raised beds come from?
5. How do the garden's rain barrels work?
6. How does the garden's irrigation system work?
7. What can be grown in the garden?
8. How long do certain crops take to grow?
9. What is "overwintering" and why is it important?
10. Where can I learn more about the YMCA Community Food Garden?
11. What is the Lawns to Lettuce Program?
12. How can I learn more about the Lawns to Lettuce Program?
13. What do I need to consider if I want to start a community food garden?

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1. Are dogs allowed in Parks?
2. Are fireworks allowed in Parks?
3. Does the Parks and Recreation Office have a Lost and Found?
4. How do I contact Parks Maintenance Office?
5. How do I contact the local youth sports groups?
6. How do I get involved in the Fourth of July event?
7. How do I know if I am a City Resident?
8. How do I reserve a picnic shelter?
9. How do I sponsor a Parks and Recreation activity?
10. What are the Parks and Recreation office hours?

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1. I need an inspection. What do I need to do?
2. When is a permit necessary?
3. What do I need for a Residential Addition or Remodel permit application?
4. What do I need for a Residential Deck permit application?
5. How much do permits cost?
6. When is a permit not required?
7. How long does it take to review permit applications?
8. Why are permits and inspections necessary?
9. Where can I access the Bothell Municipal Code?
10. I need to visit the City of Bothell Permit Services Counter. Where is it and what are the hours?
11. Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

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1. Why is pet waste so harmful?
2. What should I do with my pet's waste?
3. Can I compost my pet's waste or put it in my yard waste bin?
4. My pet waste bag says it's biodegradable. So why can't I compost the full bag or add it to my yard waste bin?
5. Can I bury my pet's waste in the ground?
6. Can I flush my pet's waste down the toilet?
7. Why should we send pet waste to the landfill?
8. Does Bothell have a scooping law?

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1. How do I apply for a concealed pistol permit?
2. How do I get fingerprints taken?
3. How do I find out about Lost and Found?
4. How do I claim found property?
5. How do I file a compliment or a complaint?
6. How do I file a public records request?
7. Is the Bothell Police Community Room available for public use?
8. How do I contact an officer?
9. How can I invite Bothell Police to a meeting with my neighborhood or organization?
10. Where can I learn more about Bothell Police policies and officer training?
11. Can I read Bothell Police policies about use-of force and other issues?
12. How do I get a copy of an accident report?
13. How do I get a pet license?
14. How do I obtain a clearance letter?
15. How do I find help for a domestic violence situation?
16. Where can I find information about identity theft?
17. How do I get a copy of my criminal conviction history?
18. How do I find out about registered sex offenders in the City of Bothell?
19. I need to get police-related information; who do I contact?
20. How do I get the Washington State accident report form to fill out?
21. How do I report a crime or get police services?
22. How do I stop cars from speeding through my neighborhood?

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1. What is a retail incubator?
2. What is included in the retail space?
3. Do the Pop Shops have running water?
4. What are the requirements of participating in the retail incubator program?
5. What are the technical resources provided?
6. Do the Pop Shops pay rent?
7. What are the Pop Shops’ hours of operation?
8. Are there any other requirements?

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1. What is a rain garden?
2. What is a rain garden's purpose?
3. Why build a rain garden?
4. Why use recycled materials in a rain garden?
5. Why use native plants in a rain garden?
6. How can I build a rain garden?
7. What is low impact development (LID)?

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1. How do I contact Recology?

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1. Is this also a shredding event?
2. Can I bring a lawnmower?
3. Can I bring furniture to this event?
4. Can I request more than one voucher?
5. Do I need to present my I.D.?
6. How do I request a voucher?
7. How many vouchers are available?
8. How much money is available with this voucher?
9. How will I be charged for overages?
10. Is the event for City of Bothell residents only?
11. What do I do with paint (oil based), gasoline, cleaners, pesticides, oil, antifreeze, etc?
12. What happens if I give my voucher to a non resident or neighbor?
13. What kinds of items are considered "scrap metal"?
14. Where is the event located?
15. Why is the event only for city of Bothell residents?
16. Will the voucher cover the cost of garbage?

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1. Where can I find the ROAS policy?
2. What steps are taken to protect the privacy of community members?
3. Who oversees the ROAS program?
4. Does the Remotely Operated Ariel System (ROAS) use facial recognition?
5. How can I voice a concern or file a complaint involving operation of a ROAS?
6. How is transparency addressed?
7. Was the community involved in the planning of the ROAS program?
8. What does it mean when a specific address is shown on the flight log?
9. Can I see the flight log?
10. Can I get more information about a specific flight shown on the flight log?
11. What if I have other questions?

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1. What is Safe and Secure Bothell?
2. Why were voters asked to decide on additional public safety funding?
3. How long will the propositions be in effect?
4. What public safety services does the City of Bothell currently provide?

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1. What does the Safe Streets & Sidewalks measure fund?
2. How much does the levy cost an average household?
3. How long is the levy in effect?
4. Do developers pay anything to fund streets and sidewalks?

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1. What would the Safe Streets and Sidewalks measure fund?
2. What is Bothell's current property tax rate?
3. What is the cost of this measure for an average household?
4. When would this go on the ballot?
5. How long would the ballot measure be in effect?
6. What is a levy lid lift?
7. What is the explanatory statement for the voters' pamphlet?
8. Do developers pay anything currently to fund streets and sidewalks?
9. What about impact fees?

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1. What do I do if there is a sewage smell in my house or yard?
2. What do I do if sewage is backing up in my toilet or sink?
3. How do I connect new sewer service to my property?
4. Do I need to call before I dig?
5. Am I a City of Bothell sewer customer?
6. Where can I find utility billing information?
7. Do I have outstanding utility charges?
8. What is the FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) program?
9. Do I have Tap and Connection charges?

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1. What are the different sex offender levels and what do they mean?
2. Why is the offender moving into my community?
3. If the offender is so dangerous, why is he being let out in the first place?
4. Now that I know a sex offender lives in my neighborhood, what should I do differently to protect myself and my family?
5. What do I tell my children about this offender?

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1. How do I report a drainage issue?
2. How do I report a spill or illicit discharge?
3. Who do I contact if my storm system needs maintenance or repairs?
4. Who do I call if my property is flooding?

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1. What is a stormwater system?
2. Why do I need an inspection?
3. Why should I maintain my system?
4. What information do I need to provide to the City?
5. Who do I contact if my storm system needs maintenance or repairs?
6. Can I clean the system myself?
7. How long do I have to complete the maintenance requirements?
8. How often will I need to have my system cleaned?
9. I have questions about my stormwater system. Who do I contact?
10. Where does something end up after it goes into my storm system?
11. How do I report a spill of hazardous material or illegal dumping into a storm drain?
12. Is it ok to dump biodegradable products into the storm drain?
13. What do I do if the storm drain in front of my house is flooding?
14. What is a bioswale?
15. Are there other ways I can help protect Bothell's water quality?

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1. How do I report a pothole?
2. How do I request the City cut back trees or shrubs that are growing over the sidewalk or road?
3. What do I do about fallen, leaning, or overgrown trees?
4. What do I do about clogged storm/street drains?
5. How do I request new or refreshed pavement striping/marking on my street?
6. How do I request the City re-pave my street?
7. There are lines spray-painted on the ground near my property. What do they mean?
8. Do I need to call before I dig?

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1. How often are Bothell's street swept?
2. How do I request a street sweeper in my neighborhood?
3. What are the City's snow plow routes?

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1. What are some simple things I can do to prevent stormwater pollution?
2. Why should I scoop my pet waste?
3. Why should I check my vehicle for leaks?
4. Why use a commercial car wash?
5. Are car washing fundraisers allowed in Bothell?
6. How do I report a spill?
7. What is natural yard care?
8. What is LID?
9. What is a rain garden?
10. How do I build a rain garden?
11. What is a bioswale?
12. How do I properly dispose of hazardous materials?

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1. What is Earth Hour?
2. When is Earth Hour?
3. How much does it cost to attend Earth Hour?
4. Where do I request my ticket for Earth Hour?
5. What is Sustainamania?
6. When is Sustainamania?
7. How do I become a vendor or have a booth at Sustainamania?
8. Who do I contact with questions about Sustainamania or my booth?
9. Where is Sustainamania?
10. How much does it cost to attend Sustainamania?

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1. What is the purpose of the grant program and the source of funding?
2. Who can apply?
3. What minimum requirements must an event meet?
4. Which projects do NOT qualify for a Tourism Grant?
5. What is the evaluation process?
6. What criteria is used to evaluate applications?
7. What is the selection process?
8. Any additional information that an applicant should know beforehand?

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1. What is an infraction?
2. What must I do if I receive an infraction?
3. What is a mitigation hearing?
4. Who qualifies for a deferred finding?
5. What is a contested hearing?
6. What should I wear and how should I act in court?
7. May I have a lawyer at my contested hearing?
8. What happens if I can't appear on the court date?
9. Will a traffic infraction appear on my driving record?
10. What if I do not respond to my ticket (fail to pay or appear for a hearing)?
11. What about a 'No Liability Insurance' ticket?
12. Is there a right to appeal?
13. What if I can't pay my penalty all at once?

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1. How do I report a street light outage?
2. How do I get street lights installed in my neighborhood?
3. Who do I call about a malfunctioning traffic signal?
4. How do I report street sign damages or make a request for a new sign?

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1. How does the City pay for transportation projects?
2. Who do I contact about traffic issues or concerns?
3. Where should I report a traffic signal malfunction or traffic light timing issues?
4. Why are there cameras on top of some of the traffic signals?
5. Where can I learn about the City's plans to reduce traffic accidents at a particular location?
6. How do I request the City install a marked crosswalk at my intersection?
7. How do I get a sidewalk in my neighborhood?
8. How do I request the City lower the speed limit on my street?
9. How do I get pedestrian ramps in my neighborhood street?
10. How do I get a stop sign put up at an intersection?
11. How do I request the City install bikeways in my neighborhood?
12. How do I request that a bus stop be added or moved?
13. Can the City do something to reduce cut through traffic in my neighborhood?
14. How do I get parking revisions on my street?
15. How can I get my street re-striped?
16. Where can I get speed and volume information for the following streets in the city?

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1. How do I start or stop service?
2. What does Owner Only Accounts mean?
3. What type of payment options are available?
4. How do I create an Online Self-Service Account?
5. How do I link my Utility Billing account to your Online Self-Service Account?
6. How do I pay my bill and/or enroll in auto-pay online?
7. How do I sign up for e-delivery of my bill?
8. How do I change my billing address?
9. How do I view my prior consumption (water used)?
10. How do I view my past bills?
11. How do I reset my password?
12. How do I notify you about an extended vacation or vacancy?
13. What do I do about water leaks or requesting credits to my bill for charges from water leaks?
14. Who can pay a City of Bothell Water & Sewer bill?
15. Why do I receive a bill from King County?

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1. I am a vendor/contractor signing a Public Works contract with the City. What insurance information do I need to provide with the contract?
2. I am a vendor/contractor signing a contract with the City of Bothell. Can I just email my signed copy instead of mailing it?
3. I am a vendor/contractor getting ready to perform work in the City of Bothell. Do I need a business license?
4. Why don't computers do the perfect thing every time?!

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1. What hours do volunteers work?
2. Who would I report to?
3. Are all volunteer positions at City Hall?

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1. What do I do if my water looks discolored or tastes funny?
2. Why are there pink stains near my drain?
3. What do I do about water leaks?
4. How do I connect new water service to my property?
5. How do I determine Water Pressure and/or Fire Flow?
6. Do I need to call before I dig?
7. How do I turn my water off?
8. Where does my water come from?
9. What is a backflow assembly?
10. Am I a City of Bothell water customer?
11. Where can I find utility billing information?
12. Do I have outstanding utility charges?
13. How often is my meter read?
14. Do I have Tap and Connection charges?
15. Where can I learn more about water conservation?

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1. Am I allowed on the Wayne Golf Course property?
2. What are the proposed restrictions on the Active Use Area?
3. What is master planning?
4. How do I participate in the park naming or master plan process?
5. How do I participate in the plan for the active use area?

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1. How can I report a road that needs clearing of snow or ice?
2. What about clearing sidewalks of snow and ice?
3. What do I do about my pipes?