Deadline set to submit maps for redistricting

OLYMPIA - The Washington State Redistricting Commission deadline for third-party maps is Oct. 22.

Third-party map submissions are ones meeting the same statutory requirements the commissioners must meet when delivering their final maps. The requirements are detailed in the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) Chapter 44.05.090.

"We notify the public of the suggested deadline only to ensure that commissioners have the time to properly consider public submissions," stated Communications Director Jamie Nixon. "The commission strongly encourages the public to continue sending their comments and sugges...