February 2026 was a highly active month across both Whatcom County Council and Bellingham City Council. Key discussions spanned flood recovery, housing policy, budget and finance oversight, and public health equity. The month featured a wide- ranging Regular Meeting on February 24, two Committee of the Whole sessions, and a dedicated Public Health, Safety, Justice, and Equity Committee meeting — reflecting the council's focus on both infrastructure resilience and community wellbeing heading into spring 2026.