Snohomish County’s Complete Count Committee has announced the final phase of actions in preparation for the 2020 United States Census, which includes trainings, locations for assistance completing the survey, and…
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Snohomish County recruiting member for Boundary Review Board
Snohomish County is currently seeking volunteers for one open position on the Boundary Review Board. Board members are residents of the county they serve. They serve for a four-year term…
Property tax statements are coming: Brace yourself for a bump
Residents of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace and Brier are in for some sticker shock on this year’s property tax statements, due to hit mailboxes in mid-February. According to figures from…
Okoloko returns to Snohomish County Superior Court after Inslee appoints him to vacant seat
Edirin Okoloko, who lost to Anna Alexander in a race to retain his position as Snohomish County Superior Court judge, has returned to the Snohomish County court. Gov. Jay Inslee…
Reminder: Volunteers sought for Jan. 23 Point-in-Time homeless count
In collaboration with human service providers and community volunteers, the Snohomish County Department of Human Services is conducting its annual Point-In-Time (PIT) Homeless Count Thursday, Jan. 23 — and is…
Snohomish County commission to host International Human Rights Day celebration Dec. 8
The Snohomish County Human Rights Commission is inviting the community to celebrate International Human Rights Day on Sunday, Dec. 8. The event will take place from 1-3 p.m. at Everett…
Human Rights Commission accepting nominations for 2019 awards
The Snohomish County Human Rights Commission is seeking nominations for its 2019 Human Rights Day awards. The awards recognize individuals or organizations for their contributions to making Snohomish County a…
Stephanie Wright appointed to National Association of Counties committees
Snohomish County 3rd District Councilmember Stephanie Wright has been appointed to serve on a several committees and commissions for the National Association of Counties during the 2019-20 year. The 3rd…
Residents invited to apply for county’s new Climate Action Advisory Committee
Snohomish County has a new Climate Action Advisory Committee, and county residents are invited to apply. Membership on the committee will include representatives from environmental advocacy groups, local businesses, youth,…
League of Women Voters announces upcoming candidate forums
The League of Women Votes of Snohomish County has announced the following upcoming candidate forums: Snohomish County positions Oct 7 at 6 p.m.: Snohomish County Campus, 3000 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. Sponsored…
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Candidate Meet and Greet statements: Snohomish County Judge Pos. 7 — Alexander and Okoloko
The following is a transcript of the three-minute statements read by challenger Anna Alexander and incumbent Edirin Okoloko, running for Snohomish County Superior Court Position 7, during a candidate Meet…
Paine Field earns Salmon-Safe certification
Snohomish County-owned Paine Field Airport has been certified Salmon-Safe for its long-running efforts to maintain water quality and natural habitat that supports the biological needs of salmon. Paine Field is the third…
New webcams at transfer stations aim to save customers time
Snohomish County’s Public Works Solid Waste Division is implementing new initiatives to make customer trips to recycling and transfer facilities a little more efficient and timesaving. “Our new campaign, called…
Snohomish County Council recognizes Orca Action Month
On Monday, June 17th, 2019, the Snohomish County Council passed Resolution 19-030, recognizing the month of June as Orca Action Month. The council joins area civic and advocacy groups in…
County holding public hearings this week on funding for housing, community development
Snohomish County is hosting three public hearings this week to obtain input on how federal funding will be used for housing and community development needs over the next five years….
Snohomish County 2019 homelessness count shows more people living without shelter
The Snohomish County Human Services Department Tuesday announced the results of its Point-in-Time (PIT) Count of people experiencing homelessness — and it showed that more people than ever are living…
Snohomish County ‘Litter Wranglers’ prepare for third year of road cleanup effort
Snohomish County Public Works is preparing for its third year of the Clean Sweep Litter Program, bringing in the Litter Wranglers clean up crew to remove litter along the sides…
Snohomish County Tomorrow seeks community members for steering committee
The Snohomish County Tomorrow Steering Committee has openings for two community members. Volunteers must be residents of Snohomish County. They would attend monthly steering committee meetings (6 p.m. on the…
Snohomish County conducting survey on aging
The Snohomish County Human Service Department has launched an online public opinion survey seeking ideas and concerns from residents regarding long term care and aging programs and services in the…
County property taxes due by April 30
The Snohomish County Treasurer reminds residents that property taxes are due April 30, 2019. Payments must be received or postmarked by April 30 to avoid interest and penalties. “Our public…
Snohomish County seeks public comments on draft housing and community development plan
Snohomish County has released a draft affordable housing and community development plan for the Snohomish County Urban County Consortium. The plan proposes spending of more than $5.7 million in federal…
Heidi Percy announces candidacy for Snohomish County Clerk
Heidi Percy, a 22-year veteran of the Snohomish County Clerk’s Office, has announced she will run for the position of clerk. “I know firsthand the important role the Clerk’s Office…
County Councilmember Brian Sullivan to run for county treasurer
Snohomish County Councilmember Brian Sullivan has announced he will run for county treasurer. Sullivan, who said he has worked on budgets across many levels of government, is running to replace…
Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers says he will seek re-election
Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers said Tuesday he will seek re-election to a second term in 2019. In his announcement, Somers — a Democrat who previously served on the county…
Snohomish County sues pharmaceutical companies over their role in opioid crisis
The Snohomish County Council voted unanimously Monday to file a civil lawsuit against the makers and distributors of Oxycontin and other opioids for ignoring criminal activity that played a role in…