Lynnwood City Council member Josh Binda is under fire for a shirtless Instagram post and other actions.
KIRO 7 News StaffLYNNWOOD, Wash. — A group of Lynnwood residents is working to recall a controversial City Council member.Last year, the 23-year-old was accused of misusing campaign funds for personal use.
In January, he faced an ethics investigation for using the Lynnwood City Council chambers after hours to shoot a promotional video without permission.on Instagram to promote his “Love Conquers All” school speaking tour.At Monday night’s City Council meeting, residents did not hold back. “Now I ask this chamber, when will this embarrassment end? When will the council will stop enabling illegal activity? Inexcusable behavior can no longer be excused,” a resident said during the public comment period.
“My advice to Councilman Binda: Take some time find where you want to land and resign. We’ll all appreciate it,” another resident said.
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