Terry Ryan's eNewsletter
Snohomish County Council
3000 Rockefeller Ave., M/S 609
Everett, Washington 98201
8th floor, Robert J. Drewel Building
Phone: 425-388-3494
E-Mail: Terry.Ryan@snoco.org
Jill Ford, Administrative Assistant
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 Vice-Chair Stephanie Wright, Chair Nate Nehring, Councilmember Megan Dunn, Councilmember Sam Low, Councilmember Terry Ryan
This year we have a new addition to our County Council. Welcome District 2 Councilmember Megan Dunn! Councilmember Dunn resides in Everett, bringing a 20-year work and volunteer background to her position. Councilmember Dunn is a community leader, environmental advocate, and proud mother of two Everett Public School kids.
I look forward to working with Councilmember Dunn, and am so grateful for the collaborative approach we have here at the County Council—to always do what we think is best for Snohomish County. This year the Council selected Nate Nehring as the Chair of the Council and Stephanie Wright as the Vice-Chair. It was an honor serving as your Chair last year. 2020 will be another bi-partisan leadership year, and with all the national gridlock, it is refreshing to show Snohomish County can work across the aisle.
 Executive Dave Somers, Councilmember Meagan Dunn, Treasurer Brian Sullivan, Councilmember Terry Ryan
For the last 12 years, District 2 has been represented by Brian Sullivan. It has been a real honor and pleasure working alongside Brian. Brian carries himself with humbleness and always brought a sense of civility to our Council. Brian was thoughtful, informed and caring. I will miss him on the Council, but am looking forward to working with him in his new capacity as Treasurer.
 Everett Public Facilities District Board Members: Michael Swanson, Gary Weikel, Councilmember Terry Ryan, Scott Murphy, Mike Dutton, Patty DeGroodt
I was honored to present the Everett Public Facilities District with a ceremonial check for $10,500,000 with money provided by the Snohomish County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.
Angel Of The Winds Arena was developed and is owned by the Everett Public Facilities District and opened in 2003. The 10,000-seat venue hosts a myriad of events including hockey, concerts, ice skating and family shows.
Angel of the Winds Arena is a major driver in our local economy. These lodging tax funds will be used for debt service during the years of 2022 - 2034. This will enable the arena to funnel their revenue stream into improvements to keep the arena as a first class entertainment venue.
 Everett Public Facilities District Board Members: Patty DeGroodt, Michael Swanson, Gary Weikel, Councilmember Terry Ryan, Scott Murphy, Mike Dutton, and Angel of the Winds GM Corey Margolis
Our Lodging Tax Advisory Committee also allocated $550,000 to the Angel of the Winds Arena for new seats in 2020! Thank you to the Snohomish County Council for approving both of these allocations.
Edmonds Center for the Arts
 Councilmember Terry Ryan presenting a $500,000 ceremonial check, pictured with members from Edmonds Center of the Arts
I was grateful to present Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) with a ceremonial check for $500,000. This money is made possible by a grant from the Snohomish County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. This money will be used over a period of 5 years, from 2021-2025, on various capitol projects, maintenance and repairs.
 Councilmember Terry Ryan presenting a $125,000 ceremonial check, pictured with members from Edmonds Center of the Arts
Snohomish County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee also allocated $125,000 to ECA to upgrade their soundboard and other critical technical equipment in 2020.
ECA is a 700-seat venue committed to bringing the highest caliber performing arts to our local community. Please make sure to see a show there in 2020 - you will not be disappointed!
Don’t miss ECA’s 8th annual Kidstock! event. This FREE family arts celebration features musical performances, theatre, arts education workshops, and activities for kids. As the cornerstone of ECA’s programming for families, Kidstock! strives to engage children from a young age in diverse and exciting art experiences.
To register for this free event click the button or here: https://red.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=917f39b319e871f513943c78c86789c7
Kidstock! 2020 is made possible with the generous support of the Hazel Miller Foundation, Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation, Edmonds Arts Commission, and First Financial Northwest Bank.
 Members and award reicipients of Mountlake Terrace Business Association
It was a privilege to be invited as the guest speaker to help kick off 2020 for the Mountlake Terrace Business Association. I gave an update on Snohomish County's economic development efforts and also spoke about the growth we anticipate between now and 2050, and what our plans are to accommodate that growth.
The Mountlake Terrace Business Association is an all-volunteer organization run and operated by local business owners and operators. Part of their mission is to bring business members together to work as one to reinvest in their community. Awards were given to those who have demonstrated their commitment to the growth, vitality, inclusiveness, and prosperity of the Mountlake Terrace community. Congratulations to: Fischer Plumbing as 2019's Large Business, Cascade Elite Gymnastics as 2019's Small Business, and 2019 Citizen of the Year Award to Lisa Norton.
I really appreciate the Mountlake Terrace Business Association working with businesses to the betterment of Mountlake Terrace!
 Councilmember Ryan speaking at Mill Creek Chamber of Commerce
I was honored to speak at the Mill Creek Chamber of Commerce meeting on January 21st. I spoke about Vision 2050, the growth that is coming to our area, and our plans to address that growth. By the year 2050 there will be an additional 1.8 million people moving into the Puget Sound Region, and along with that, 1.2 million more jobs. We are working with King, Pierce, and Kitsap Counties to plan where those people are going to live and work. I also gave an update on local transportation projects and commercial air service at Paine Field Airport. It's very rewarding to see local businesses working together to improve the greater Mill Creek area!
I would like to extend a warm welcome to Kelly Snyder, recently appointed as our County's new Public Works Director, succeeding Steve Thomsen, who retired last December after 33 years of service to the County.
Here is a little more information about Kelly from a recent press release: "Kelly served most recently as an Assistant Vice Chancellor at the University of Washington-Bothell, where she oversaw a wide range of responsibilities including leading the campus expansion and community development team, managing campus facilities, and overseeing government and community relations. She served the State of Washington as the Director of the Public Works Board within the Department of Commerce where she managed $2.5 billion in funding for infrastructure projects across the state. Prior to her career in public service, Kelly was a co-owner and principal in a civil engineering firm for thirteen years."
I have no doubt Kelly will be up to the job. I look forward to working with Kelly on the complicated issues not only our District faces, but all of Snohomish County.
  Councilmember Ryan speaking at Kirke Sievers memorial
I was privileged to speak at Kirke Sievers memorial. Kirke was a true institution in Snohomish County government. Kirke was smart, kind, and had keen instincts on how best to move our County forward. I received a lot of advice from Kirke throughout the years, all of which made me a better public servant. He will be truly missed.
Washington State Parks offers several "free days" when a Discover Pass is not required to visit a state park. Following are the 2020 State Parks free days:
- March 19 — State Park’s 107th birthday
- April 11— Spring day
- April 22 — Earth Day
- June 6 — National Trails Day (State Parks and Fish & Wildlife free day)
- June 7 — Fishing Day (State Parks and Fish & Wildlife free day)
- June 13 — National Get Outdoors Day
- Aug. 25 — National Park Service 104th Birthday
- Sept. 26 — National Public Lands Day
- Nov. 11 — Veterans Day
- Nov. 27 — Autumn day
Please note, free days apply only to day use (not overnight stays or rented facilities). A Discover Pass is still required to access lands managed by the Washington state departments of Natural Resources and Fish & Wildlife on these days (unless noted). Sno-Park permits are still required on free days at designated Sno-Parks during the winter season.
Bothell
Hawaiian Cultural & Dance Group
Hālau o Keikialii will present Ka Wā Hula: Hula Through Time. “We are excited to share the songs and dances that were passed on to us from generations before”, says Kumu (Director/teacher) Kawika Alfiche.
Date: February 22, 2020
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Northshore Performing Arts Theater
18125 92nd Ave NE, Bothell
Brier
Ready Readers Preschool Storytime
Bring your preschoolers to enjoy stories, sing-along songs, and creative activities to develop early reading skills. Caregiver required. Ages 3-5. Supported by Friends of the Brier Library.
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2020
Time: 10 AM
Location: Brier Library
23303 Brier Road, Brier
Mill Creek
ESL Talk Time
 Practice speaking English in a friendly and supportive setting. Join us for weekly drop-in sessions. Talk Time is free!
Every Thursday: 11:30 AM - 1 PM at Mill Creek Family YMCA, 13723 Puget Park Drive, Everett.
Every Thursday: 10:30 AM - 12 PM at The District Apartments Conference Room, 17716 Bothell-Everett Hwy
Bothell.
Mountlake Terrace
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