Snohomish Times: County News - Snohomish Washington

Published: Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Marine Resources Committee

Protecting, and restoring the marine and estuarine environment of the county is one of the core roles of Snohomish County Surface Water Management. Snohomish County is seeking three to four new advisors motivated and eager to learn about marine conservation, participate in science-based research, and contribute to policy recommendations on marine issues as a part of the Marine Resources Committee (MRC).

Those selected to serve on the MRC will help recommend actions to the Snohomish County Executive and the County Council during a three-year term running 2020 through 2022, with the possibility of two additional terms.

The MRC is involved in creating and piloting marine ecology research projects and tools such as the new MyCoast App project which crowd sources shoreline photos from the public to monitor changes in beach environments. The committee also helps with community education and leads marine conservation events. MRC members provide input on marine science and policy for Snohomish County.

Volunteers must apply and go through a selection process. Appointed committee members will help shape local and regional marine conservation policy. The MRC meetings are held in Everett on the third Wednesday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Members are expected to volunteer at least 10 hours per month for MRC project planning and implementation, in addition to the monthly meetings. The deadline for applications is November 18, 2019 or until filled.

The MRC currently has 12 members, they represent a balance of scientists, local and tribal governments' staff and recreational, economic, and environmental interests. The mission of the MRC is to understand, protect, and restore the marine and estuarine ecosystems of the county. There are seven MRCs in the Northwest Straits region of the Puget Sound.

To apply, please send a cover letter explaining your interest in volunteering along with your resume and three references to Kathleen Pozarycki at Kathleen.pozarycki@snoco.org. Interested candidates will also need to submit an online application form here. Please select “Marine Resources Advisory Committee” from the drop down menu when applying. For more information, visit www.snocomrc.org.

Sunday, September 22, 2019

First Case of Lung Illness in Snohomish County
First Case of Lung Illness in Snohomish County Associated with Vaping Patient was hospitalized and has since been released

Sunday, August 25, 2019

High-efficiency street sweepers
A $1.5 million grant was awarded by the WA Department of Ecology to purchase high-efficiency street sweepers

Thursday, July 18, 2019

August 6 Primary Ballots Mailed
Today Snohomish County Elections mailed ballots for the August 6 Primary to 460,000 registered voters. A voters’ pamphlet has been mailed to every household.

Sunday, July 14, 2019

Centennial Trail History Day
Centennial Trail History Day Showcases Snohomish County’s Past July 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Machias Trailhead – Free and open to the public.

Thursday, July 11, 2019

Outdoor Burning Ban Announced
Due to high fire danger and expected hot and dry weather conditions, the Snohomish County Fire Marshal has announced an outdoor burning ban

Friday, June 28, 2019

Call for Artistic Concepts
Oso Slide Memorial Design Components Submittals due July 10, 2019

Thursday, June 20, 2019

New Veterans Memorial
Gold Star Moms with Commanding Officer of Naval Station Everett Captain Davis

Tuesday, May 07, 2019

2019 Point-in-Time Count of Homelessness
Snohomish County Releases 2019 Point-in-Time Count of Homelessness Increasing number of people experiencing homelessness outpaces housing efforts

Saturday, May 04, 2019

Community Transit Grants 10 Surplus Vans to Local Nonprofits
Organizations will provide more than 42,000 rides to Snohomish County residents

Monday, April 29, 2019

Litter Wranglers Saddle Up for 2019
Resident participation key to program’s continued success

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