Applications open for the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator Program
Snohomish County—Executive Dave Somers encourages Snohomish County-based businesses to apply for the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator (GSEA) program, which provides export assistance and new trade opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses in Snohomish, Pierce, and King County. The program is operated by Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) with financial support from Snohomish County and is designed […]
From poverty to promise, Inslee visits Rise Up Academy
EVERETT—Kicking off its 25th year of educational excellence, Governor Jay Inslee toured Rise Up Academy on Wednesday, January 17, seeing firsthand an education curriculum that refuses to let any child “fall through the cracks.” “Trudi and I have been trying to help for the last four years on this by creating resources for early childhood […]
Mead and Nehring to lead Snohomish County Council in 2024
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Councilman Jared Mead (D), representing District 4, and Councilman Nate Nehring (R), representing District 1, were re-elected as Chair and Vice Chair of the Snohomish County Council, respectively, by their fellow councilmembers during the body’s Administrative Session on January 2. “I’m honored and grateful to be re-elected by my fellow councilmembers as Chair of […]
Snohomish County prepares for annual Point-in-Time homeless count
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., December 12, 2023—The Snohomish County Department of Human Services, in collaboration with community and human service providers, is gearing up for the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Homeless Count on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. This annual initiative remains a cornerstone in Snohomish County’s commitment to understanding and addressing homelessness within the community. “Every year […]
Motorsports to continue in the Evergreen State Fair Park Indoor Arena
MONROE, Wash., November 20, 2023—Because of health concerns related to indoor air quality, motorsports were scheduled to end at the Evergreen State Fair Park Indoor Arena, but Councilmembers and the Executive Office worked together and with passage of the 2024 Snohomish County Budget on November 8, motorsports and the much-anticipated Arenacross will now go on! […]
Snohomish County council passes nearly $2 billion 2024 budget
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., November 10, 2023—Snohomish County Council approved its 2024 Budget at a Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 8, including 23 amendments presented by council members. The $1.661 billion budget focusses on public safety, helping the vulnerable, protecting natural resources, and strengthening the economy, according to County Executive Dave Somers. “Improving public safety; saving […]
Commentary: Sheriff Adam Fortney has demonstrated humility, servant leadership
Over the past few years, I have found Sheriff Adam Fortney to be among the most humble, genuine elected officials I have ever had the privilege to serve with. Three examples stand out for me when thinking about Sheriff Fortney’s servant leadership and the positive impact it has had on our community: I strongly believe […]
Snohomish County Celebrates 10 years of restoration progress in Port Susan
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., September 20, 2023 – Over the last 10 years, multiple agencies have worked together towards maintaining and restoring Port Susan. This area offers important habitat for endangered species and is a refuge of biodiversity. A new website: Ten Years of Progress: Port Susan’s Conservation Action Plan, celebrates recovery efforts and highlights key […]
Snohomish County invests $1.5 million in Digital Equity and Broadband Access
Snohomish County, Wash., September 18, 2023—Executive Dave Somers announced that Snohomish County is investing $1.5 million of its federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocation into a digital equity initiative operated by Sno-Isle Libraries. This funding will increase the capacity of their loanable computer with hot spots by 750 devices and will expand their digital […]
Mead and Nehring invites you to Building Bridges Tour at Lynnwood Library
LYNNWOOD, Wash., September 6, 2023—Snohomish County Council President Jared Mead and Vice President Nate Nehring are inviting the public to attend a conversation on Tuesday, September 12 from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Lynnwood Library as part of their Building Bridges Tour geared to understanding and removing the barriers of political polarization. The Lynnwood Sno-Isle Library is located at […]
