County leaders respond to public safety concerns at town hall
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MARYSVILLE, Washing., June 8, 2022 – Over 100 people gathered in Marysville’s Opera House for a Snohomish County Public Safety Town Hall on Wednesday. The panel, comprised of Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney, Chief Criminal Deputy Matt Baldock, and Councilmen Sam Low and Nate Nehring, answered questions ranging from staffing shortages to police reform policies. […]
County Council unanimously approves Snohomish Health District integration
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 8, 2022 – The Snohomish County Council unanimously voted to integrate the Snohomish Health District (SHD) into the County during its General Legislative Session today. Some benefits of this integration include minimizing bureaucratic obstructions, streamlining permitting operations, and creating an overall unified effort in prioritizing public health. The integration process will […]
County dedicates Global War on Terror memorial in Arlington
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 31, 2022 – On Memorial Day, county leaders rededicated the Haller Bridge as a veteran’s memorial bridge to honor local military members who perished during the Global War on Terror (GWOT) – 9/11/2001 to the present. A sculpture by local artists Caroline Sumpter and Don Frazier and interpretive kiosk are also […]
Public Safety Town Hall with Snohomish County Leaders
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash, May 18, 2022 – Join Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney with Councilmembers Sam Low and Councilmember Nate Nehring as they host a Public Safety Town Hall from 6:00-8:00 PM on June 8th, 2022, at the Marysville Opera House. This Town Hall event is intended to start a dialogue with the community about […]
Snohomish County passes resolution in celebration of Cinco de Mayo
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LYNNWOOD – The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved Resolution 2022-030, recognizing May 5 in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, at their General Legislative Session, Wednesday, May 4. Speaking, on behalf of that resolution, was Lynnwood City Councilwoman Julieta Altamirano-Crosby who introduced a similar proclamation to the Lynnwood City Council Monday, April 25, which passed with […]
$28.7 million invested to sustain vital economic corridor in Granite Falls
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GRANITE FALLS, Wash., April 16, 2022 – To the sounds of passing cargo trucks and the flowing South Fork Stillaguamish River, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) was joined by county and local leaders to celebrate funding awarded to replace the Granite Falls Bridge 102. The $28.7 million project, when complete in 2026, is expected to generate […]
County passes resolution honoring the legacy of Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 13, 2022 – During its Administrative Session on Monday, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed (5-0) Resolution 22-015 honoring the life and service of Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha. The resolution, introduced by Councilman Sam Low (District 5) and seconded by Councilwoman Stephanie Wright (District 3) reads: WHEREAS, Everett Police Officer Dan Rocha, Badge #1470, faithfully […]
Fifteen Snohomish County youths graduate from Sheriff Fortney’s LEAD the Way program
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EVERETT, Wash., March 19, 2022 – On Wednesday, the second session of the Snohomish County Sheriff’s LEAD the Way program concluded with a graduation ceremony. The program’s goal is to provide Leadership, Encouragement, and Direction (LEAD) for youth in the county who may be involved in the criminal justice system or at a crossroads in […]
County passes ordinance to allow DADUs to be constructed on rural lots
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., March 9, 2022 – This morning, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed Ordinance 22-006 allowing for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADU) to be constructed on rural lots within the county. Councilman Jared Mead motioned to approve the amendment which was seconded by Councilwoman Stephanie Wright. On June 9, 2021, the county unanimously […]
Snohomish County Council passes resolution honoring the legacy of Judge Cassandra Lopez-Shaw
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SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., February 28, 2022 – During its Administrative Session today, the Snohomish County Council unanimously passed Resolution 22-010 honoring the life and legacy of Judge Cassandra Lopez-Shaw. The resolution, introduced by Council Vice Chair Jared Mead (District 4) and seconded by Councilwoman Stephanie Wright (District 3) reads: WHEREAS, the Snohomish County Council joins […]