Legislation Details

File #: 2026-1039    Version: 1
Type: Motion Status: Approved
File created: 4/17/2026 In control: General Legislative Session
On agenda: 5/20/2026 Final action: 5/20/2026
Title: Motion 26-178, confirming the reappointment of Argelia Grassfield to the Snohomish County Children's Commission
Attachments: 1. Motion 26-178, 2. Staff Report, 3. Application, 4. Executive's Recommendation, 5. Matrix, 6. Motion Assignment Slip, 7. Appointment Letter

 

 

Executive/Council Action Form (ECAF)

 

 

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Motion 26-178, confirming the reappointment of Argelia Grassfield to the Snohomish County Children’s Commission

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DEPARTMENT:  Human Services Department

 

ORIGINATOR:  Cathy Butler

 

EXECUTIVE RECOMMENDATION:  Approved by Lacey Harper 4/17/26

 

PURPOSE: To recommend the reappointment of Argelia Grassfield 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. Grassfield resides in Council District 1
                     Ms. Grassfield is currently the Regional Director of Administration for the YWCA Seattle/King County/Snohomish County
                     Ms. Grassfield currently serves as the Children’s Commission representative to the Chemical Dependency and Mental Health Program Advisory Board
                     Ms. Grassfield is recommended for a third four-year term upon reappointment

 

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DEPARTMENT FISCAL IMPACT NOTES:  NA

 

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OTHER DEPARTMENTAL REVIEW/COMMENTS:  Reviewed/approved by Finance (Nathan Kennedy 4/17/26)