StreetSense told a Bothell tourism/marketing committee that January–May metrics show above‑pace website traffic and high email engagement driven by reels, new blog features and a redesigned email template; committee discussed budget implications and next steps.

Bothell tourism representatives said they removed marketing for the long-running 'Sip and Stay' hotel–wine passport after a Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board staffer raised compliance concerns; hotels will honor existing passports while staff pursue non‑alcohol alternatives and meetings with the wine‑country board.