Elections Newsflash

County Auditor Seeks Committee Members for Local Ballot Measure Statements

The Snohomish County Auditor's Office is seeking individuals to write statements for or against local ballot measures for the November 5, 2019 General Election local voters’ pamphlet. The local voters’ pamphlet is delivered to every residence in the county.

Committees are comprised of up to three individuals, one of whom is designated chair and serves as a contact point for the Auditor’s Office. Committees may seek input from any number of other individuals or groups.

Individuals interested in participating on a committee should have a clear interest for or against the ballot measure, be able to work cooperatively with other committee members, and have time available through August 20. Most committees communicate through email.

Committees write a 250-word statement for or against local ballot measures in the local voters’ pamphlet. Committees also prepare a 75-word rebuttal to the opposition’s statement. Statements are due no later than 5 p.m. on August 15. Rebuttal statements are due no later than 5 p.m. on August 20.

If you are interested in serving on a committee, email a statement of interest to elections@snoco.org by August 9 at 5 p.m. or contact the Auditor’s Office at (425) 388-3444. Individuals will be appointed by the County Auditor and will be notified on August 12.

A statement of interest includes your name, your contact information, what district and ballot measure committee on which you are interested in serving, and any information explaining why you should be on the committee.

Members are sought for the following committees:

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