Executive Press Releases (2006)
December 22, 2006
On Sunday, December 16th, Bernie Webber passed away. Bernie was an Everett native and a Snohomish County icon. He had a tremendous talent for illuminating the history of the County through watercolor artwork and many of his pieces can be found throughout the County buildings. Not only was Bernie an accomplished artist, but also a friend and mentor to many. He had a generous heart and truly left an imprint on the people of this County through his years of contribution to charitable causes. Bernie was a great friend and will be missed. In honor of Bernie Webber’s achievements and dedication, and in memory of his lifelong commitment to Snohomish County, Executive Aaron Reardon and the County Council declare December 22 as Bernie Webber Remembrance Day.
December 15, 2006
Executive Aaron Reardon has declared a state of emergency in Snohomish County after last night’s wind storm scattered debris throughout the County, led to road surface flooding, and caused 120,000 residents to lose power.
December 15, 2006
On Monday, December 18 at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds the agriculture community will be able to participate in a hands-on biodiesel training and demonstration. Farmers will be educated on the benefits of using biodiesel and biodiesel production. The seminar is funded by a $50,000 grant from the Alcoa Foundation to host four seminars throughout Washington. There will be no charge to attend the presentation, but space is limited.
November 22, 2006
County Executive Aaron Reardon and the County Council are partnering with local cities on another initiative to preserve farmland. The county was awarded a $100,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development for a program that takes development pressure off of local farms and concentrates development in existing urban areas.
November 21, 2006
Elected officials and community leaders are invited to attend the Countywide Youth Summit on Tuesday, November 28, 2006, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Public Utilities Department (PUD) Auditorium in Everett (2320 California Street). A Community Leader Reception (featuring the musical talents of the Marysville Junior High Marimba Ensemble) and sign-in will begin at 6:30pm.
November 9, 2006
The Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) is urging residents and businesses to submit their estimated flood-damage assessments to the Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) by next Thursday, Nov. 16, 2006.
November 9, 2006
Snohomish County is offering individuals faced with the aftermath of a flood clean-up, aid in the form of free waste disposal at County transfer stations for water-damaged household goods. These vouchers will be available for pick-up at five locations in Snohomish County.
October 25, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon will lead a celebration on Thursday, October 26, to praise the collaboration of the County’s Planning and Development Services Department (PDS), Department of Information Services (DIS) and local building contractors for the success of the County’s new online contractor services. The event will also mark the official launch of these new and improved services to the entire building contractor industry.
October 17, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon today announced that construction has begun on the first of 46 new road, parks and surface water management projects as part of a major community infrastructure development initiative to keep ahead of the County’s rapid growth. The 91st Avenue SE walkway safety project in the Lake Stevens area kicks off the three-year, $50 million Community Infrastructure Development Initiative four months earlier than expected.
September 29, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon delivered a budget for 2007 that speaks to the County’s success in delivering the critical services that citizens expect in an efficient and effective manner. For the third straight year, Executive Reardon has recommended a balanced budget that does not rely on a tax increase.
September 15, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon joined more than 225 volunteers who took time off today to help make Jetty Island a more healthy habitat for people, fish and wildlife.
September 13, 2006
The Snohomish County Diversity Council and Snohomish County Government are pleased to present the 2006 Snohomish County Native American Celebration. This free event is open to the public and will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 28 on the Snohomish County Campus Plaza, 3000 Rockefeller Ave., in downtown Everett.
September 11, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon announced today the selection of the national airport law firm of Kaplan Kirsch Rockwell to provide legal and regulatory expertise to assist the Mediated Review Determination Panel (MRD) in its role to update the 27 year-old MRD document.
September 8, 2006
Snohomish County has been awarded a $63,990 grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve its Automated Flood Warning System (AFWS).
August 30, 2006
Executive Aaron Reardon is seeking eligible citizen volunteers to serve on its Housing and Community Development Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) who have a strong interest in issues of affordable housing and neighborhood public and community facility improvements in Snohomish County.
August 23, 2006
Executive Reardon honors Wanser family for 100 Years of farming
The Wanser family receives Snohomish County’s Centennial Farm Award during Opening Day ceremonies at the Evergreen State Fair.
August 21, 2006
The Snohomish County Council today confirmed John Pennington as the Director of the County’s new Department of Emergency Management (DEM). Pennington, who most recently served as FEMA Director, Region X of Homeland Security had been acting as Director of DEM since July 13, after having been appointed to that position by Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon.
August 21, 2006
Snohomish County Performance Auditor Kymber Waltmunson announced today the final result of an eight month performance audit of the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) as requested by County Executive Aaron Reardon.
August 8, 2006
County Executive Aaron Reardon announced that Snohomish County is ranked as one of America’s most technologically-advanced, cutting-edge county governments.
July 20, 2006
United States Senator Patty Murray informed Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon today that she was successful in securing $2 million for the construction phase of the Granite Falls Alternate Freight Route.
June 14, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon today thanked the County Council for passing an ordinance that establishes funding to support the arts in Snohomish County. The approved ordinance creates a unique public/private partnership to fund the arts in Snohomish County.
June 14, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon praised the County Council for its approval today of Community Infrastructure Development Initiative (CIDI), a proposal that will speed the delivery of 46 needed infrastructure projects while saving taxpayers millions of dollars.
June 8, 2006
Executive Reardon’s Policies on Transfer Development Rights for Farmers Receives Special Recognition by Governor Chris Gregoire.
June 7, 2006
Pennington, FEMA Director for Homeland Security Region X, to lead Snohomish County’s Department of Emergency Management.
May 26, 2006
Snohomish County Plan to End Homelessness by 2016 to be held at Everett Station, June 1 at 9 am.
May 26, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon today called on Congressman Rick Larsen to help secure federal funding to improve the safety of travel along US-2 in Snohomish County.
May 25, 2006
Ceremonial unveiling of Eight Victims Tiles at DUI Memorial Wall.
May 17, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon announced today that Deanna Dawson, an expert in the fields of law, criminal justice and human services, will join his administration as an Executive Director.
May 17, 2006
Flood control programs result in a 25 percent savings on flood insurance premiums for County residents.
May 15, 2006
Public meetings are being held to provide information about County Executive Aaron Reardon’s proposal to bring County infrastructure projects on line as much as 10-years earlier than originally planned.
May 15, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon, in honor of Snohomish County’s law enforcement officers, is calling upon all citizens of Snohomish County and all patriotic, civic and educational organizations to observe the week of May 15-19 as ‘Police Week’.
April 1, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon, on Saturday, April 1 kicked off festivities at the public grand opening of the new Willis D. Tucker Community Park.
Steven Thomsen today was appointed Director of Snohomish County Public Works. Owen Carter has been named County Engineer and Deputy Director of Public Works.
March 24, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon announced today that Peter Camp has been hired as Executive Director. His official start date is Monday, March 27, 2006. Camp will be responsible for oversight of the Department of Planning and Development Services, Paine Field, Environmental Policy and Economic Development.
March 13, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon today signed into law the County’s first Apprenticeship Ordinance. The ceremonial signing took place at 10 a.m. this morning at an event held at the Everett Labor Temple in downtown Everett. The Apprenticeship Ordinance sets County goals for apprentice labor at 15 to 20 percent on County construction projects costing more than $1 million, including roadwork.
February 27, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon announced today that Snohomish County is keeping $1 million in federal homeland security grants for its new Department of Emergency Management (DEM).
February 24, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon today submitted to County Council a proposal funding the County arts program. The new initiative known as 1% for the Arts would call for a 1% contribution to the arts fund from certain County construction projects.
February 24, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon has signed an Interlocal Agreement preserving the right of the Town of Darrington to continue managing and operating its popular Darrington Archery Range, water tower and associated water lines. These properties are owned by Snohomish County and managed through the County’s Parks and Recreation Department.
February 8, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon and the Snohomish County Council have declared February 2006 Have a Heart for Kids Month in Snohomish County.
February 8, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon is proposing to establish apprenticeship requirements for all County construction projects with an estimated cost of one million dollars or more.
February 3, 2006
The Snohomish County Comprehensive Plan, which serves as the guide for development in the County, was recently updated through the year 2025. The updated Plan is effective Wednesday, Feb. 1, and replaces the 1995 Plan as the reference point for new development applications.
January 23, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon today submitted the necessary ordinances to council to legalize the use of 10 existing playing fields on land zoned previously only for agricultural use.
January 23, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon has forwarded a recommendation to County Council to contract with Worthy and Associates, L.L.C. for the design services of the second portion of Phase one for Willis D. Tucker Park.
January 19, 2006
Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon announced that more relief is on the way for thousands of low-income consumers struggling to pay their electric and gas bills this winter.