Snohomish County Executive releases 2023 annual report
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers released the 2023 Annual Report for Snohomish County Government on Friday, January 26, highlighting some accomplishments and outcomes for all Executive departments during 2023 and their visions going forward through this year. “Looking back on 2023, we can be proud of the fact that we are becoming more efficient, […]
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 conducting search for Chief DEI Officer
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., December 14, 2023—Today, Snohomish County announced the start of recruitment for a Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer (DEI). The Chief DEI Officer will lead Snohomish County’s DEI efforts by working collaboratively across the county to develop and advance the goals of becoming a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization at all […]
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. […]
Snohomish County seeks Marine Resources Committee Members
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 20, 2023—The Marine Resources Committee (MRC), a service provided by Snohomish County Surface Water Management, is focused on protecting and restoring the marine and estuarine environment of the county. The committee is seeking new motivated members who are eager to learn about marine conservation, participate in science-based research, and contribute to policy recommendations […]
Snohomish County receives $9.9 million grant for Snohomish River Basin
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 9, 2023 – Snohomish County’s Community Floodplain Solutions (CFS) program has received a third grant of $9.9 million from the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Floodplains by Design (FbD) program. CFS Phase 3 is the continuation of integrated floodplain management work that was funded by two previous FbD grants, primarily in […]
Economic Alliance Snohomish County to host healthcare summit
Everett, WA., August 8, 2023—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC), in collaboration with Career Connect Washington Northwest (CCWNW), is pleased to announce an upcoming event focused on addressing the critical issues faced by the healthcare industry in today’s rapidly changing landscape. The expert panel discussion, titled “Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities in the Changing Landscape of […]
Public Input sought on outcomes of supplemental Community Development Block Grant Funds
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., August 5, 2023—Snohomish County is the lead agency of the Snohomish County Urban County Consortium (Consortium) for receipt of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) entitlement grant funds. These federal grants fund efforts to expand economic opportunities, keep people in their homes, and provide services for unhoused […]
Meadowdale Beach Park & Estuary Restoration Project wins awards
EDMONDS, Wash., June 7, 2023 – The Meadowdale Beach Park & Estuary Restoration Project was recently awarded both the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA)’s “Innovation in Conservation Award” and the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)’s “Vision 2050 Award” for the extensive restoration project. This project is regionally significant for its role in salmon recovery and […]
Somers delivers a message of economic vigor at the State of Snohomish County address
MUKILTEO, Wash, April 11, 2023—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers delivered the State of the County address at Boeing’s Future of Flight Tuesday, April 11—the first in-person State of the County in three years—discussing public safety, the drug epidemic, housing, economic development, transportation, and disaster preparedness. Following an introduction by Garry Clark, President and CEO of […]
