RAP Students Compete at Skills USA Competition

Students in the Regional Apprenticeship Pathways (RAP) program recently showcased their construction skills at the SkillsUSA Teamworks Competition in Marysville. Competing alongside peers from programs like Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center, RAP students demonstrated hands-on expertise in framing, plumbing, electrical, and masonry applying skills they learned in the RAP Program to real world situations.  

Events like this highlight how RAP is preparing students for apprenticeships and careers in the skilled trades while building confidence, teamwork, and job-ready skills. I am so proud of these students and the success of the RAP Program. You can read more about the competition and the students in this Everett Herald article.  

Council Page Program

This spring, the Snohomish County Council is launching our new Page Program. This program offers students in our community an opportunity to get involved in county government and learn about the legislative process. Ten high school students will be selected to participate, where they will meet elected officials and county employees and gain hands-on experience, including drafting ordinances and participating in mock hearings.  

The program will run from April 27 through May 1. If you have a student who may be interested in the Council Page Program, you can learn more at this link. Applications are due by March 16, 2026. 

Canvassing Board

The Snohomish County Canvassing Board is responsible for the oversight of local elections, specifically processing ballots, adjudicating challenges, and conducting recounts. The Canvassing Board membership includes the County Prosecutor, County Auditor, and a representative from the County Council. I had the opportunity to serve as the Council’s representative on the Canvassing Board at their February 19th and 20th meetings where we certified the results of the February 10th special election.  

EASC Military Affairs Committee

Economic Alliance Snohomish County is restarting the Military Affairs Committee to support Naval Station Everett. I have been invited to participate in the new committee whose work includes advocating for the base’s future, protecting local jobs, and pursuing opportunities for growth. The committee includes elected officials, union representatives, and community members. We are hoping to work together to address federal decisions that affect our local economic including the recent decision regarding 12 new guided-missile frigates which the navy announced will not be based at Naval Station Everett. 

You can read more about the Military Affairs Committee in this Everett Herald article.

Kayak Park Improvements – Phase 2 Construction Begins

Work on the next phase of improvements at Kayak Point Regional Park began on February 17th, continuing our multi-year, $20 million renovation project. These improvements will add a new entry road, playground, walking paths, picnic shelters, more parking and habitat improvements, and include replacing aging water lines and pavement. During the project, vehicles are not allowed in the lower area of the park, but visitors can still walk from the overflow parking lot.

I am very excited about this stage of the project and the continued improvements we are making to this gem of a park in North Snohomish County.

County Council Evening Meeting in Marysville

On Tuesday, March 3rd, the Snohomish County Council will be holding an evening meeting in Marysville at 6:00PM at City Hall. I encourage residents to attend and share your thoughts with the County Council. Our meetings are normally held during the day in Everett, so this is an opportunity to reach us a little closer to home.