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City prioritizes toxic cleanup, jail standards as legislative session nears

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Source: Issaquah Spotlight

Issaquah is asking state lawmakers for millions in environmental cleanup funding, continued support for SR 18 improvements and new standards for municipal jails amid a challenging budget outlook.

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