Snohomish County
District 3 Newsletter
Snohomish County Council
3000 Rockefeller Ave., M/S 609
Everett, Washington 98201
8th floor, Robert J. Drewel Building
Phone: 425-388-3494
Email: Strom Peterson
JoshuaThompson, Legislative Aide
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District 3 Evening Meeting
The Council have been holding their annual in-district meetings, which give residents an additional opportunity to interact with their representatives. On Tuesday, July 8th at 6pm, the Council will be holding their Administrative Committee at the Woodway Town Hall, 23920 - 113th Place West. There will also be the option of attending remotely:
ZOOM WEBINAR REMOTE
PARTICIPATION INFORMATION Zoom Webinar link: https://zoom.us/j/94846850772
Dial in: (253) 215 8782 or (301) 715 8592
Meeting ID: 948 4685 0772
July 4th Celebration & Fireworks Reminder
The July 4th holiday is a wonderful opportunity for families and neighbors to celebrate our country with our favorite traditions, whether that be parades, barbecues, boating or even just claiming a place in the nearest hammock. Regardless of how we each spend the holiday, it is important to be safe while we have fun. Keeping pets in-doors is advisable, as the noise and bustle of the holiday commonly frightens our animal friends. Respect the danger of open water and use safety precautions while boating and swimming. Know your limit and do not operate vehicles or machinery, or even jump in the lake while imbibing an intoxicating substance. Be mindful, respectful and lawful – especially while participating in or near dangerous activities such as using fireworks or working with gas or open fires to cook food.
As a reminder to residents of Snohomish County, the use of fireworks is illegal in all Southwestern cities and their corresponding unincorporated areas. In District 3, this includes Edmonds, Lynnwood, Woodway and the unincorporated areas around them. As we celebrate our country and our freedoms, look out for one another and make it a day to remember for the right reasons! Additional information can be found on the Fire Marshal website.
The Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management is looking for input from the public on the first-ever Community Wildfire Protection Plan, which identifies areas where wildfire risk is elevated. It outlines recommendations for forest health and restoration, and will help prioritize areas for projects and recognize the critical role people play in wildfire prevention.
Snohomish County is home to an estimated 840,000 people. Roughly 130,000 – more than 15% – make their homes in the wildland urban interface (WUI), the place where houses, farms and businesses stand amid the trees. Warmer, drier weather in recent years has brought change in fire frequency and intensity. As we approach the 2025 wildfire season, the County again is under a drought advisory. Visit the CWPP page on the DEM website to review the draft plan and to add your voice to the conversation.
As we move into the summer months, it is important to remember that extreme heat events are becoming more frequent, intense, and dangerous. More very hot days are expected to increase hospitalizations, demand for emergency medical services, and deaths. Extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the United States. Those most at-risk include older adults, infants, young children, pregnant women, outdoor workers, households with low-incomes, people with limited mobility, and those with pre-existing or chronic medical conditions. The Snohomish County website has a hub for Cooling Centers and other resources that will be updated as the summer progresses.
It is very important for all of us to remember that children and animals should not be left in cars unattended. Temperature inside a parked vehicle can rapidly rise to a dangerous level for children, pets and even adults. Leaving the windows slightly open does not significantly decrease the heating rate. The younger the child the more severe the effects because their bodies have not developed the ability to efficiently regulate its internal temperature.
The sun's shortwave radiation can heat a dark dashboard or seat to temperatures in the range of 180 to over 200°F. These objects (e.g., dashboard, steering wheel, child seat) heat the adjacent air by conduction and convection and also give off longwave radiation which is very efficient at warming the air trapped inside a vehicle. What starts as a safe temperature can quickly a vehicle can become a death trap for a child or pet.
On Wednesday, June 4th, Councilmembers joined Executive Office staff for the 5th Annual Pride Flag Raising Event on the County campus. After the flag raising celebration, there was a resource fair highlighting County departments and their intersectionality with support for our LGBTQIA+ community. That same morning, the County Council passed Resolution 25-026, which celebrates our community in Snohomish County by declaring the month of June 2025 as Pride Month and affirming that LGBTQIA+ rights are human rights.
On Wednesday, June 11th, the County Council passed Resolution 25-027 to recognize June 19th, 2025 as Juneteenth Independence Day in Snohomish County. On Wednesday, June 18th, Councilmembers joined the Executive Office for the annual Juneteenth flag raising on the County campus to honor the annual holiday that serves as a reminder of the great progress our nation has made in ending slavery and acknowledging the dark legacy it left behind. This is also a moment for us all to recommit to our nation's founding principles of liberty and justice for all.
The Snohomish County Department of Public Works advises motorists in the Lynnwood area of the daily full road closure on 204 St SW. This daily full road closure will be from 07/07/2025 through 07/18/2025, between the hours of 8:00am and 4:00pm.
- Northbound traffic on Cypress Way will be detoured onto Larch Way and 28 Ave W to 204 St SW.
- Northbound Traffic on 28 Ave W will be detoured via Larch Way and Cypress Way to 204 St SW.
- Southbound traffic on 24 Ave W will be detoured via 204 St SW, 28 Ave W, Larch Way, and Cypress Way to 204 St SW.
- Southbound traffic on Cypress Way will be detoured via Larch Way and 28 Ave W to 204 St SW.
From July 18 to August 19, you should definitely consider riding transit when going to Seattle. Community Transit will hold a corresponding workshop on Wednesday, July 2, from 4:15-7 p.m. at the Lynnwood Library.
As of July 1st, DSHS will no longer facilitate the enrollment of low-income riders in the ORCA LIFT Program (a subsidized annual pass so that most transit trips are $1). Riders may apply for an ORCA LIFT pass or find out additional information by visiting the ORCA website or by calling the Community Health Access Program (CHAP) at 800-756-5437.
Come join in on the fun at the Annual Evergreen State Fair August 21st – 26th and August 28th – September 1st. The Evergreen State Fair website is a good resource for information as it is updated. Some notable days and events include:
- Monday, August 25 - Senior Citizens Day (65+ yrs old) $7 gate admission all day.
- Tuesday, August 26 - Kid's Day (6-12 yrs old) $7 gate admission all day.
- Tuesday, August 26 – Morning of Dreams, which is is a morning event to experience the fun of the fair in a calmer setting without lights or sounds. The fair can create sensory overload for some people and fair staff hope to provide a more accessible fair experience for those who need it by providing a time that is quieter, calmer and has less sensory stimulation. Select barns will be open, a portion of the carnival (ride tickets/wristbands required), grounds entertainment and a 4H scavenger hunt. Regular gate admission is required but it is Kid's Day so kids 6-12 yrs old is only $7 for admission.
- Tuesday, August 26th – Healthy Communities Day, which is a no-cost resources event, with interactive booths. This will be the116th fair and our diverse communities are at the heart of why we host this event. We are partnering again with The Snohomish County Health Department to offer a day at the fair that offers resources for healthy living. The Healthy Communities Day highlights the Snohomish County Health Departments’ dedication to promoting healthy habits, addressing health inequities, reducing the spread of communicable diseases, and protecting our food, water and environment from health threats. Special Admission Pricing for August 26 • Kid's Day, $7 admission for kids ages 6-12 years old.
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