Legislation Details

File #: 2026-0948    Version: 1
Type: Motion Status: Assigned
File created: 4/7/2026 In control: Community Safety and Justice Committee
On agenda: Final action:
Title: Motion 26-171, confirming the appointment of Pujitha Siddani to the Snohomish County Children's Commission
Attachments: 1. Proposed Motion 26-171, 2. Application, 3. Executive Recommendation, 4. Matrix, 5. Motion Assignment Slip

 

 

Executive/Council Action Form (ECAF)

 

 

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Motion 26-171, confirming the appointment of Pujitha Siddani to the Snohomish County Children’s Commission

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DEPARTMENT:  Human Services

 

ORIGINATOR:  Cathy Butler                      

 

EXECUTIVE RECOMMENDATION:  Approved by Lacey Harper 4/9/26

 

PURPOSE: To recommend the appointment of Pujitha Siddani to the Snohomish County Children’s Commission.

 

BACKGROUND: The Children’s Commission was created to advise the County on “issues of health, safety and social services for infants, young children and youth in the community.” It is composed of  25 members, including at least two youth commissioners. Three members are appointed from each council district, while the remaining ten at-large appointees may reside anywhere within the county.  Commissioners serve four-year terms with the exception of youth commissioners, who serve one-year terms. Commissioners may not serve more than three consecutive terms. The Snohomish County Children’s Commission currently has 15 members and 10 vacancies.  
                     Ms. Siddani resides in Council District 5
                     Ms. Siddani is currently a pediatric dentist
                     Ms. Siddani would like to contribute their clinical and public health perspective to support the Children’s Commission policy recommendation work.
                     Ms. Siddani is not a member of any other County committee or council
                     Ms. Siddanii is recommended for a first four-year term upon appointment

 

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OTHER DEPARTMENTAL REVIEW/COMMENTS:  Reviewed/approved by Finance (Nathan Kennedy 4/8/26)