SnoCo Executive Dave Somers: Bolt Creek Fire update
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., September 13, 2022—The Bolt Creek Fire started on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 5:15 am near Beckler Road. The cause of the fire is undetermined. Northwest Incident Management Team 8, Incident Commander Kevin Stock, assumed management of the fire from Western Washington Incident Management Team 3 this morning. FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION […]
Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announces actions to fight racism
By Snohomish County Government | Press Release SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 12, 2020 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers today signed a proclamation announcing his proposed actions to fight racism. These proposed actions follow the murder of George Floyd, widespread protests for justice, and are in response to continuing institutional and systemic racism in Snohomish County. “It […]
Concerns prompt County Executive Dave Somers to look into moving Snohomish County Jail from sheriff control
LUKE PUTVIN | Last Updated 11.26.2019 On November 16, County Executive Dave Somers posted a statement on Facebook sharing his intent to move the Snohomish County Jail from sheriff control to executive control. “My office has been considering asking the county council to put the jail back under the executive office. It was this way […]
Liias, Lovick, Sims, Somers among Governor-elect Ferguson transition team
State lawmakers from both parties, lobbyists, local elected officials, lawyers, tribes and unions all have a seat at Bob Ferguson’s table as he moves into the role of governor. Ferguson on Tuesday announced a 53-person team that will help with the transition from Gov. Jay Inslee to the new administration. They’ll assist Ferguson as he […]
Executive Somers delivers new $3.07 billion biennial budget for consideration
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers delivered the county’s first biennial budget to the County Council Wednesday, September 4, for the years of 2025 through 2026. The proposed budget including all funds totals $3.07 billion over the next two years (an increase of 6.66% from the previous 2023-24 cycle) that includes a proposed General Fund […]
Executive Somers Nominates Dr. J. Daniel Augustine for Chief Medical Examiner
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., October 17, 2023—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers has nominated Dr. J. Daniel Augustine, MD, as Chief Medical Examiner. Dr. Augustine is currently Associate Medical Examiner for Snohomish County. After being confirmed by the Snohomish County Council, Dr. Augustine will succeed Dr. Matthew Lacy, who has become Chief Medical Examiner for King County. […]
Executive Somers announces $6.5 million investment in youth mental health and wellness
Snohomish County, Wash., June 22, 2023 – Executive Dave Somers on Wednesday announced a $6.5 million investment to expand mental health services for young people. This includes increasing the number of qualified mental health professionals, developing community-driven programs, and addressing challenges faced by disproportionately impacted populations. This funding comes from the County’s federal American Rescue Plan […]
Executive Somers visits Scandinavia to forge investment opportunities for county
OSLO, NORWAY, June 7, 2023—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers and County Councilman Nate Nehring traveled to Iceland and Norway last month to meet with government officials and businesses to form relationships and future investment opportunities for the county. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, Port of Seattle Executive Director Steve Metruck, President and CEO of Snohomish County […]
Executive Somers announces $8 million for behavioral health projects
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 22, 2023 – Executive Dave Somers today announced that Snohomish County is awarding $8 million to five capital projects that increase behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment capacity. These projects will serve at least 440 new individuals each year, with the capacity to serve thousands, and the majority of projects […]
Executive Somers coordinates region-wide response to drug crisis
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 18, 2023 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers today announced that he is advancing a holistic plan to address the impact the drug crisis is having on Snohomish County residents and businesses. First, he is issuing an Executive Directive, effective immediately, that coordinates a robust and collaborative response to the crisis. […]
