SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Applicants are sought for an upcoming vacancy on the Boundary Review Board, a quasi-judicial body that provides an impartial, inter-governmental decision process for citizens, municipalities, and special purpose districts (fire districts, water districts, etc.) on proposed annexations, incorporations, and mergers of jurisdictional boundaries.
The board consists of five citizens who are appointed by the governor (two positions), the county executive (one position), the mayors of Snohomish County (one position), and the Boundary Review Board from nominees of local special purpose districts (one position).
The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in the Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A), the Open Public Meetings Act (RCW 42.30), and the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. Potential board members should have the ability to evaluate technical planning and environmental documents, economic reports, and testimony from the public. Additionally, a candidate must have the ability to apply state statutes to decision making and should have experience on a jurisdiction’s planning commission.
The Boundary Review Board benefits from members who offer diverse backgrounds and can share both professional and residential experiences in Snohomish County. An applicant cannot be a Snohomish County official, employee, advisor, or consultant, and:
- Must be a Snohomish County resident
- Should bring a commitment to making Snohomish County a great place to live, work, and play
- Should be able to attend scheduled board meetings and hearings (six regular meetings are scheduled per year although that may vary)
This position will be appointed by the Governor’s office. The application is available at https://govforms.dynamics365portals.us/application-form/.
SOURCE: Snohomish County Government
Author: Lynnwood Times Staff
