Agenda Bill Apptmnt Cit Reps Adams_Anderson, Armstrong, Finch, Kreinbring, Moralez, Warren, Weston COMBINED 10-28-20

Snohomish County Tomorrow Steering Committee Date: October 28, 2020 Subject: Appointment of a Citizen Representative Exhibits: County Board and Commission application forms: • Rachel Adams • Anne Anderson • Alice Armstrong • Michael Finch • Thomas Kreinbring • Hillary Moralez • Leif Warren • John Weston Agenda Bill Action Item 4.a Summary Statement: The Steering Committee has an opening for one Citizen Representative Rachel Adams, Anne Anderson, Alice Armstrong, Michael Finch, Thomas Kreinbring, Hillary Moralez, Leif Warren and John Weston have applied for this position Background: SCT’s Operating Guidelines state that: [The Steering Committee] shall select six additional members who shall be Snohomish County citizens at large… [They] shall be accorded full participation in Steering Committee meetings except for voting on decision items…The term …shall be three (3) years…In the case of a mid-term vacancy, a replacement will be sought to complete the existing 3-year term which will commence upon election by the Steering Committee At least two (2) Citizen Representatives shall represent unincorporated areas of Snohomish County… Hillary Moralez lives in an unincorporated area Rachel Adams, Anne Anderson, Alice Armstrong, Michael Finch, Thomas Kreinbring, Leif Warren and John Weston live in incorporated areas The appointed representative would complete the term that Heather Thomas had held for over three years, resigning in July The term would expire in February of 2021 Executive Committee Recommended Action: The Executive Committee recommended that these applications be on the agenda for the Steering Committee meeting of October 28, 2020 Contact Person: Cynthia Pruitt (Cynthia.pruitt@snoco.org) Rachel Adams, Citizen Representative to Steering Committee Steering Committee, October 28, 2020 Agenda Item 4.a SNOHOMISH COUNTY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION FORM Name of Board/Commission: Snohomish County Tomorrow New Appointment Snohomish County Council District (Please choose one): Name Rachel Adams Home Address Mailing Address (if different) City MONROE State WA Zip Code 98272 Telephone (Home) Telephone (Work) Email Current Employer City of Monroe Occupation Project Management Consultant for Implementing the HPAC Recommendations Education AA Licenses held (if applicable) Field not completed Why would you like to serve on this board/commission? I would like to be involved in coordination at the County level To be able to coordinate plans and see the bigger picture of how everything works together sounds very exciting and interesting I also have an interest in collaborating with the County in how we are creating more affordable housing As we grow and move ahead in planning no one should be left behind or be falling through the cracks Please explain why you are a qualified candidate, including relevant professional experience, to serve on the board/commission In 2019 Mayor Geoffrey Thomas formed a committee to address the growing public concern around Monroe's homeless and how the City is responding with policies and programs After serving on this committee and helping to create a set of nonbinding recommendations which were adopted by resolution of the Monroe City Council I came on board with the City as an unpaid intern to work with Deborah Knight to implement these recommendations Through out this process we have met with stakeholders, and formed a team of technical experts to guide the City in writing the RFP to create a Monroe One Stop Center for Health and Human Services In April of 2020 the Monroe City Council approved a contract to continue my services with the City as the Project Management Consultant I have been learning to write and present to Council and Facilitate groups I am constantly looking to expand my responsibilities and learn new skills I think this position would give me a whole new perspective Please list community involvement/volunteer activities I am currently volunteering with the Sky Valley YMCA with their Showers After Hours I also serve with my church providing meals with Salvation Army Bellevue and Congregations For the Homeless I am on the communications board of the Snohomish County PEH CoC How did you learn of this opportunity? I saw this opportunity in an issue of the Monroe this Week newsletter Do you currently serve on a Snohomish County board or commission?* Yes *2.03.060SCC - Candidates for appointment to county boards or commission must meet the following requirements: (1) Possess qualifications for the appointment sought, as shown by the candidate's written documentation and any hearing testimony; (2) If a reappointment, demonstrate the continuing benefits of retaining the board member as discussed in the executive's recommendation and a satisfactory attendance record, as determined by adopted criteria of the particular board; (3) Reside or work in Snohomish County, or show evidence of special interest in Snohomish County, PROVIDED That a candidate may not be a County employee By signing this Application Form, Nominee acknowledges that he/she will comply with all county policies, county code, and state law Nominee also acknowledges that any record, including personal e-mail, prepared, owned, used, or retained by Nominee in the conduct of Board/Commission business is a public record, and Nominee agrees to produce said records to County upon request Failure to comply with the above provisions may result in Nominee’s removal from Board/Commission Signature Rachel Adams Date 7/31/2020 Please attach resume if available and either submit this form or print it and mail to Field not completed Anne Anderson, Citizen Representative to Steering Committee Steering Committee, October 28, 2020 Agenda Item 4.a SNOHOMISH COUNTY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION FORM NOMINEE: Please fill in this section Name of Board/Commission: Snohomish County Tomorrow New Appointment Snohomish County Council District (Please choose one): Name Anne Anderson Home Address Mailing Address (if different) Field not completed City Lake Stevens State WA Zip Code 98258 Telephone (Home) Telephone (Work) Email Current Employer Victim Support Services (most recent) Occupation Executive Director Education Bachelors in Sociolinguisitics and Public Relations Licenses held (if applicable) Field not completed Why would you like to serve on this board/commission? An opportunity to be involved in Countywide Planning Polices is exciting because growth in our area is inevitable and permeates every facet of our lives Through strategic planning we can benefit from it and lessen any negative impacts I believe I can lend a unique perspective as someone who has extensive experience running nonprofits and who has a strong understanding of issues of both poverty and business and how many of those issues are exacerbated or alleviated by way of planning A thriving economy with adequate transportation, housing, utilities, etc benefits everyone in our community The outlined goals of SCT align to create support for environmental, anti-poverty, business, industry, transportation and those of local families and individuals I would be honored both to learn more from the members of the steering committee and lend my voice Please explain why you are a qualified candidate, including relevant professional experience, to serve on the board/commission I recently ran for office and, while I didn't win, I spoke with thousands of Snohomish County residents Additionally, I spoke with many business owners, developers, workers, builders and others in industry Growth is a big concern and there are a lot of misconceptions about what is being done about it I have been interested in growth management since Executive Somers spoke with my Leadership Snohomish County cohort about it three years ago Conversations with constituents caused me to a lot more research Although I am not an industry insider and my traditional education is not that of a city planner or anything similar, I am a local mother, homeowner and commuter who participates widely throughout the County and feel I can lend a unique perspective I am known for my collaborative and pragmatic approach to problem solving and would be honored to have an opportunity to use these skills to assist with positive growth outcomes Please list community involvement/volunteer activities Over the past several years I have had the privilege of being involved with many local groups and agencies including: Human Services Executives Council Community Foundation of Snohomish County United Way of Snohomish County Sherwood Community Services Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County Cocoon House Snohomish County Food Bank Coalition Western Region Anti-Hunger Consortium Live Healthy 2020 Leadership Snohomish County Lake Stevens Community Food Bank Snohomish County Conservation District Farmer Frog Summit 2038 How did you learn of this opportunity? Snohomish County Website and speaking with the Executive and a Councilmember Do you currently serve on a Snohomish County board or commission?* No *2.03.060SCC - Candidates for appointment to county boards or commission must meet the following requirements: (1) Possess qualifications for the appointment sought, as shown by the candidate's written documentation and any hearing testimony; (2) If a reappointment, demonstrate the continuing benefits of retaining the board member as discussed in the executive's recommendation and a satisfactory attendance record, as determined by adopted criteria of the particular board; (3) Reside or work in Snohomish County, or show evidence of special interest in Snohomish County, PROVIDED That a candidate may not be a County employee By signing this Application Form, Nominee acknowledges that he/she will comply with all county policies, county code, and state law Nominee also acknowledges that any record, including personal e-mail, prepared, owned, used, or retained by Nominee in the conduct of Board/Commission business is a public record, and Nominee agrees to produce said records to County upon request Failure to comply with the above provisions may result in Nominee’s removal from Board/Commission Signature Anne Anderson Date 8/20/2020 Please attach resume if available and either submit this form or print it and mail to Anne Anderson Skills & Qualifications Positive Leadership • Public Relations • Grant Writing • Non-Profit Fundraising • Donor Development • Community Engagement • Volunteer and Employee Management • Budgeting • Marketing Strategy • Strategic Partnership Planning • Certified Social Media Strategist • Message Development & Modification • Collaboration • Database Management • Team Building and Development • Lobbying Experience Victim Support Services, Executive Director o General responsibilities: ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ o July 2019 – July 2020 Responsible for all facets of a multi-location, statewide victim advocacy organization Development and oversight of all programming Project management for all outreach and fundraising events Writing and administrating all grants and ensuring all facets of grant compliance Creation and implementation of all strategic planning measures Contract creation and negotiation Provide leadership and policy guidance to organization and directly oversee all executive level staff Specific Accomplishments: ▪ Collaboration with two other organizations and a funder to provide, train and utilize dogs in the courtroom and for therapy ▪ Planned and executed a large, charity golf tournament in weeks, increasing income and cutting costs ▪ Created a program and materials to train law enforcement agents statewide about our organization Lake Stevens Food Bank, Executive Director o July 2015 – July 2019 General responsibilities: ▪ Key Management leader of a successful local non-profit organization ▪ Establish and maintain processes to ensure continuous delivery of new initiatives and enhancements while also supporting day-to-day business operations ▪ Work collaboratively with a Board of Directors to develop and maintain a long-term strategic plan to align with and advance the agency’s mission ▪ Plan and execute agency outreach activities and public speaking events ▪ Responsible for all agency marketing, social media, and fundraisers ▪ Seek out, develop, and maintain relationships with community stakeholders ▪ Manage a volunteer staff of over 300 weekly and a Leadership Team of ▪ Developing strong relationships with politicians to obtain positive lobbying outcomes ▪ Write and negotiate contracts on behalf of the organization o Specific Accomplishments: ▪ Led organization from $100,000 to over $3,000,000 in operations donations annually ▪ Wrote multiple funded grants resulting in expanded services and increased programming ▪ Brought organization into compliance with all federal, state and local partners ▪ Wrote two successful WA State Capital Budget Requests to fund a new facility ▪ Wrote successful grocery store contracts to increase partnerships and decrease food costs ▪ Increased per person food distribution from meals per month to 90 meals per month ▪ Implemented programmatic changes to facilitate self-sufficiency of clients ▪ Opened three new locations to better serve clients ▪ Cut costs in order to be able to provide all meals for a month to a family of for under $20 ▪ Implemented effective PR campaign to turn around negative opinions of the organization ▪ Increased social media following by over 15 times ▪ Partnered with several local nonprofits to provide food to their clients ▪ Led a collaborative effort that provided fresh, first harvest produce statewide ▪ Successfully lobbied for funding for a new Conservation District position to continue statewide access to free produce ▪ Ran a capital campaign to build a human services building Evergreen Public Relations, PR and Fundraising Consulting Jan 2011–Present o General responsibilities: ▪ Started up and currently run a small PR consulting business ▪ Work alongside clients to determine their goals and help them to achieve them ▪ Manage subcontractors as needed to meet goals ▪ Help nonprofits with grant writing, strategic planning, donor development ▪ Plan, coordinate execute and/or consult on events ▪ Run public relations and marketing for political campaigns ▪ Write speeches, press releases and create message development strategy ▪ Assist with print and video ads ▪ Give financial consultations ▪ Facilitate board and staff trainings o Specific Accomplishments: ▪ My PR clients have been featured on The Today Show, People Magazine, The Washington Post, Steve Harvey, Evening Magazine, KOMO, KIRO, FOX, KING and more ▪ Have helped many small businesses and nonprofits create and implement strategy ▪ Assisted several winning political campaigns behind the scenes ▪ Increased visibility and business revenue for dozens of local businesses ▪ Planned and executed a 2018 Christmas event that drew over 1,000 people ▪ Organized and hosted a 2019 Easter event that drew in over 2,500 people ▪ As a speaker for the Human Services Breakfast, helped to raise over $36,000 to fund local grant requests ▪ Taught free fundraising classes through the Community Foundation to help local nonprofits Sno-Isle Libraries, Strategic Partnerships & Marketing Aug, 2010 – Jun, 2011 o General responsibilities: ▪ Wrote press releases and newsletters ▪ Created opportunities for community engagement and awareness ▪ Ensured buy in from each of the 21 regional libraries ▪ Solicited community support of the organization and system o Specific Accomplishments: ▪ Design and implementation of a new database management system ▪ Development and coordination of “Issues that Matter” community engagement evets ▪ Development and coordination of the community ambassadorship program ▪ Wrote successful nomination for award from American Library Association ▪ Assisted with new website development and rollout Projects, Memberships and Affiliations: Past and Current • Advisory Board Seattle University School of Criminal Justice • Alumni Committee Leadership Snohomish County • Office of Crime Victims Advocates Advisory • Vice President, Advocacy Chair and member of the Snohomish County Food Bank Coalition • Lake Stevens Community Food Bank Building Committee • Member of the Western Region Anti-Hunger Consortium • Leadership Snohomish County Class of 2018 • Lake Stevens Chamber of Commerce • Economic Alliance Snohomish County • Anti-Hunger and Nutrition Coalition • Washington Food Coalition • Accelerator Team for Healthy Living 2020 • Human Services Executives Council • School District Bond and Levy Committees •Snohomish County Emerging Leader 2019 Finalist Education: Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations & Sociolinguistics, The Evergreen State College How did you learn of this opportunity? Mayor John Kartak informed me of this opportunity Do you currently serve on a Snohomish County board or commission?* No *2.03.060SCC - Candidates for appointment to county boards or commission must meet the following requirements: (1) Possess qualifications for the appointment sought, as shown by the candidate's written documentation and any hearing testimony; (2) If a reappointment, demonstrate the continuing benefits of retaining the board member as discussed in the executive's recommendation and a satisfactory attendance record, as determined by adopted criteria of the particular board; (3) Reside or work in Snohomish County, or show evidence of special interest in Snohomish County, PROVIDED That a candidate may not be a County employee By signing this Application Form, Nominee acknowledges that he/she will comply with all county policies, county code, and state law Nominee also acknowledges that any record, including personal e-mail, prepared, owned, used, or retained by Nominee in the conduct of Board/Commission business is a public record, and Nominee agrees to produce said records to County upon request Failure to comply with the above provisions may result in Nominee’s removal from Board/Commission Signature Tom Kreinbring Date 8/17/2020 Please attach resume if available and either submit this form or print it and mail to Thomas Kreinbring Personal Summary: ▪ Experienced project manager with skills to prioritize multiple tasks and their details while staying on budget ▪ Engaging and passionate presenter with the ability to motivate and influence diverse audiences ▪ Trusted leader inspiring others through collaboration and by embracing change, diversity and culture Experience Sno-Isle Regional Library System Facilities Specialist: May 2019-Present o Team member who collaborates with different departments to make up a cross-functional team through general knowledge of public library operations/administration and a certification in facility management o Instrumental team member in updating cross-departmental policies that add depth, efficiencies and effectiveness to the processes maintaining the library district o Demonstrate abilities to organize and manage projects while also managing weekly team meetings o Aid the department in the overall bid/procurement process for services related to 24 sites across counties o Manage department’s ticketing system through a collective, team approach to secure solutions o Track and assign expenditures using the organization’s budgeting and reporting system o Manage special projects, as directed o Manage vendor and customer relations providing superior customer service o Member of the Show and Share Committee and Service Center Safety Committee Hopelink Nov 2017-May 2019 Development Officer – Annual Giving: Aug 2018-May 2019 o Created and managed the recurring, monthly giving program ▪ Gathered data from many sources to synthesize reports to capitalize on trends ▪ Managed multiple priorities independently to meet department and program goals o Supported the department with external contacts, scheduling and communications to achieve metrics o Drafted correspondence to communicate clearly and concisely through different mediums of communications o Stewarded over 7,000 annual donors and assisted in creation of campaign and appeal language yielding hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue o Member of the wellness committee and blood borne pathogen, mental health, first aid and CPR certified Facility Maintenance Technician: Nov 2017-July 2018 o Performed preventative maintenance and minor repair on Hopelink’s numerous sites throughout the area o Provided exemplary customer service to peers, supervisors and clients in stressful and unique situations o Managed projects on budget and schedule with minimal supervision, as an individual and a member of a team AlignLife of Wauwatosa July 2016-Aug 2017 Community Outreach Director: o Posted, balanced and verified clinic expenditures and incomes, while monitoring clinic budget and goals o Provided ongoing direction and training to the front desk staff to assure fiscal soundness in operations o Directed operational reviews and developed trainings to capitalize on new knowledge and trends o Managed budgets through continual follow up with business/marketing accounts in a clinic grossing over $300,000 annually, while functioning as training, hiring and supply chain manager for nonmedical areas ▪ Created and conducted workshops, presentations and health screenings to drive business growth Wiechmann Enterprises Unlimited Nov 2015-Aug 2017 Apartment Manager: o Managed and maintained key control, safety/security policies, work orders, logs, records of compliance with city protocols, as well as policies to mitigate impact on properties driving $700,000 in annual revenue o Managed advertising agency engagement to schedule lease showings and open houses of units while educating future tenants on the process to submit paperwork and fees to secure housing, easing workflow of coworkers o Conducted operations with a courteous, patient demeanor for all tenants while adhering to strict timelines The Limited Brand, Inc Dec 2014-July 2016 Manager: o Maintained proper standard operating procedures and conducted onboarding of new hires ▪ Exemplified proper customer service skills to “lead from the front” and motivate shift employees o Monitored workload and oversaw process improvement with duties to evaluate, train and develop staff o Oversight for store operations while driving sales to make daily, monthly and quarterly sales plan with a team of 15 full time employees and up to 20 temporary employees ▪ Continually recognized for high performing sales in the district for Q4 2015 and Q1 2016 UWM Panther Academic Support Services Sept 2012-Sept 2014 Master Tutor and Program Assistant: o College Reading and Learning Association Master Tutor who created tutoring sessions for 100-300 level Spanish classes through online and in-person sessions o Program Assistant who: ▪ Collaborated across departments to create a Greek study area in the library and spearheaded efforts to gain support from school leaders for Order of Omega, a leadership honor society for Greeks, at UWM ▪ Assisted in hiring, orientating, onboarding and training new tutors ▪ Assisted in grant and budget preparation while resolving unsolved issues between staff and students ▪ Collaborated on, developed and reviewed department procedures and policies with the Coordinator U.S Army Jan 2006-Jan 2010 Sergeant, U.S Transportation Corps, 7th Sustainment Brigade: o Key Control and Safety Officer through additional training as Unit Armor and Combat Life Saver ▪ Managed budget and maintenance schedule on $100,000 of sensitive equipment ▪ Wrote and implemented arms room, key control and safety policies to align with the commander’s vision in an austere, ever-changing environment ▪ Trained peers and supervisors in proper maintenance and usage of technical weapon systems ▪ Trained peers and supervisors in methods to maintain a safe work environment o Team leader who motivated, led and trained a four-man team with respect to all military matters following established guidelines and procedures o Trained, drove, maintained and employed an assortment of vehicles in support of the 10th Mountain Division's operational readiness and mission capability Education: ▪ Facility Management Professional credential through IFMA ▪ OSHA 30 Hour General Industry Course ▪ UW-Milwaukee (UWM), Milwaukee, WI o Graduate “Magna Cum Laude” with “Honors in the Major” • Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with Pre-Medicine “STEM” checklist ▪ University of Vigo, Vigo, Spain Volunteerism:  Midtown Snohomish Task Force Member  Treasurer, 176th Engineer Company Soldiers & Family Readiness Group  Veterans of Foreign Wars Snohomish Post 921: o Communication Director and Post Chaplain o Webmaster; vfwpost921.org  Ambassador, Kirkland Chamber of Commerce  Race Director, Hopelink Turkey Trot 5K  MidTown Tosa Business Association o Board of Director and Race Director  MidTown Tosa Steering Committee Member, Wauwatosa Planning Dept Jan 2020 – Present July 2019 – Sept 2019 Jan 2010 – Aug 2015 Sept 2011 – June 2012 Mar 2020 – Present Oct 2019 – Present Nov 2018 – Present Dec 2018 – May 2019 Aug 2018 – Feb 2019 Jan 2017 – Sept 2017 April 2017 – Sept 2017 Awards: ▪ 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 All-American and All-State VFW Post Executive Member ▪ Honorably Discharged from the U.S Army with Commendation Medal earned ▪ Member of Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society and Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America Hillary Moralez, Citizen Representative to Steering Committee Steering Committee, October 28, 2020 Agenda Item 4.a SNOHOMISH COUNTY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION FORM NOMINEE: Please fill in this section Name of Board/Commission: Snohomish County Tomorrow New Appointment Snohomish County Council District (Please choose one): Name Hillary Moralez Home Address Mailing Address (if different) City Bothell [unincorporated] State Washington Zip Code 98012 Telephone (Home) Telephone (Work) Email Current Employer Coastal Community Bank Occupation IT Support Education BA of the Arts Licenses held (if applicable) Field not completed Why would you like to serve on this board/commission? I am a lifelong resident of Snohomish county and have taken steps recently to secure a future where I can live in Snohomish county for the rest of my life The breadth of the committee, looking at the future goals for Snohomish county, is something I would like to engage with directly and have a voice in I just turned 30 years old, and am looking for another 30 years in Snohomish, and think the SCT is a great focus for my passion, energy, and love for my county Please explain why you are a qualified candidate, including relevant professional experience, to serve on the board/commission I have spent a long time engaged in local community volunteer organizations, currently chairing my local county democratic party, and have served and worked with numerous elected officials at the city, county, and state levels Personally, I am an experienced parliamentarian, with a passion for local growth and zoning policy Please list community involvement/volunteer activities Snohomish County Democrats - Chair (3 years) First District Democrats - State Committee Member, various other positions (8 years) Washington State Democrats - CD1 Executive Board Representative (1+ year) Snohomish County Young Democrats - previous vice-chair (2+ years) How did you learn of this opportunity? I have recently made a decision to scale back from partisan politics and invest in my community in less partisan, more engaging manner After talking with Council Members Dunn and Mead, and former council members Ryan and Sullian, I have started looking for community boards, commissions, and engagement opportunities and this one seemed right up my alley Do you currently serve on a Snohomish County board or commission?* No *2.03.060SCC - Candidates for appointment to county boards or commission must meet the following requirements: (1) Possess qualifications for the appointment sought, as shown by the candidate's written documentation and any hearing testimony; (2) If a reappointment, demonstrate the continuing benefits of retaining the board member as discussed in the executive's recommendation and a satisfactory attendance record, as determined by adopted criteria of the particular board; (3) Reside or work in Snohomish County, or show evidence of special interest in Snohomish County, PROVIDED That a candidate may not be a County employee By signing this Application Form, Nominee acknowledges that he/she will comply with all county policies, county code, and state law Nominee also acknowledges that any record, including personal e-mail, prepared, owned, used, or retained by Nominee in the conduct of Board/Commission business is a public record, and Nominee agrees to produce said records to County upon request Failure to comply with the above provisions may result in Nominee’s removal from Board/Commission Signature Hillary Moralez Date 06/08/2020 Please attach resume if available and either submit this form or print it and mail to HILLARY MORALEZ Bothell, Washington 98012 Summary Goal-oriented system support specialist with 5+ years of experience in customer service and related positions Lead teams effectively to maximize productivity while retaining service quality Demonstrated proficiency in public speaking and employee training Skills Large group presentations Leadership and task delegation Clerical skills Strong attention to detail Strong communication skills Talented public speaker Experience System Support Specialist | Coastal Community Bank - Everett, WA | 12/2015 - Current Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to keep production operating at peak levels and consistently meet challenging daily demands Planned, implemented and integrated updated system-oriented projects Assisted customers by providing exemplary helpdesk service and support Provided status updates to those affected when issues came up Trained staff on software functionality Customer Service Representative | Coastal Community Bank - Everett, WA | 04/2014 - 12/2015 Reviewed account and service histories to identify trends and issues Cultivated impactful relationships with customers and drove business development by delivering product knowledge Reviewed customer data to assess current issues and determine potential solutions Monitored daily activities of customer service team, providing guidance and encouragement to optimize productivity Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment Counter Intelligence Agent - Customer Service | Geek Squad - Bellingham, WA | 06/2011 - 04/2014 Answered customer requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support Quickly responded to customers both online and in person to improve company customer service ratings Oversaw training of new team members and mentored each to promote productivity, accuracy and friendly service Received accolades for delivering exceptional customer service Prepared daily documentation and logs, including weekly reports detailing activities Education and Training Western Washington University | Bellingham, WA | 06/2012 Bachelor of Arts: English Literature Leif Warren, Citizen Representative to Steering Committee Steering Committee, October 28, 2020 Agenda Item 4.a SNOHOMISH COUNTY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION FORM NOMINEE: Please fill in this section Name of Board/Commission: Snohomish County Tomorrow New Appointment Snohomish County Council District (Please choose one): Name Leif R Warren Home Address Mailing Address (if different) Field not completed City EDMONDS State WASHINGTON Zip Code 98026 Telephone (Home) Telephone (Work) Email Current Employer Terra Valuations LLC Occupation Real Estate Appraiser Trainee | GIS Analyst Education Bachelor of Arts: Geography - Focus in GIS University of Washington – Seattle, Washington Licenses held (if applicable) State-registered Real Estate Appraiser Trainee Why would you like to serve on this board/commission? As a life-long resident of Snohomish County I am very passionate about serving the greater Snohomish County Laws and regulations have the potential to either inhibit or enhance a person's overall wellbeing I believe that rules and laws need to ensure that everyone has an equitable opportunity to succeed As a member of the Snohomish County Tomorrow - Steering Committee, I can work towards these goals amongst likeminded delegates Additionally, as a citizen of the greater Snohomish County, I have a lot of pride for the range of communities fostered within the county We have smaller remote mountain cities such as Gold Bar and larger urbanized cities such as Everett We have agricultural hubs such as Monroe and Stanwood, while also having commercial hubs such as Lynnwood and Mill Creek Additionally, we are truly honored to have the historic Tulalip Tribes as our selfgoverning neighbors providing invaluable guidance to the greater region Please explain why you are a qualified candidate, including relevant professional experience, to serve on the board/commission Having worked with a real estate appraisal firm since 2014, focusing primarily on Conservation Easements and Land Donations to public land trusts, I have developed a familiarity with evaluating and comprehending codes while also fostering an appreciation for their importance I am also very comfortable with utilizing GIS software to better understand and analyze issues from a county scale to a specific precinct Additionally, having served on the Citizen's Housing Commission of Edmonds, I have experience working within the format of a public committee, drafting policy proposals and utilizing public engagement Please list community involvement/volunteer activities Edmonds Citizen's Housing Commission - Alternate Commissioner Zone #1 Served on: Survey Committee Zoning Standards Committee How did you learn of this opportunity? I am interested in continuing to serve the greater Snohomish County community, and after researching potential options I found that there was an opening on the Snohomish County Tomorrow - Steering Committee Having had a positive experience on the Edmonds Citizen's Housing Commission, I felt that being apart of a commission for the county would provide a similar possibility to serve the public, while utilizing my skillsets Do you currently serve on a Snohomish County board or commission?* No *2.03.060SCC - Candidates for appointment to county boards or commission must meet the following requirements: (1) Possess qualifications for the appointment sought, as shown by the candidate's written documentation and any hearing testimony; (2) If a reappointment, demonstrate the continuing benefits of retaining the board member as discussed in the executive's recommendation and a satisfactory attendance record, as determined by adopted criteria of the particular board; (3) Reside or work in Snohomish County, or show evidence of special interest in Snohomish County, PROVIDED That a candidate may not be a County employee By signing this Application Form, Nominee acknowledges that he/she will comply with all county policies, county code, and state law Nominee also acknowledges that any record, including personal e-mail, prepared, owned, used, or retained by Nominee in the conduct of Board/Commission business is a public record, and Nominee agrees to produce said records to County upon request Failure to comply with the above provisions may result in Nominee’s removal from Board/Commission Signature Leif R Warren Date August 25, 2020 Please attach resume if available and either submit this form or print it and mail to Leif R Warren Summary Real Estate Appraiser Trainee specializing in the appraisal of conservation easements and land donations Proficient at; effective communication with appraisal clients, conducting property value determinations, and producing narrative appraisal reports Practical work in researching and applying a variety of county planning codes from across the greater Puget Sound Geographical Information System (GIS) Analyst practiced in environmental spatial data analysis, real estate driven mapping, and environmental programs and regulations, such as the Shoreline Management Act (SMA) and geographic visualization Alternate Commissioner on the Edmonds Citizen’s Housing Commission, participating in policy drafting and public engagement Highlights • • • • • Proficient in QGIS, ESRI ArcMap & basic SQL Passion for data visualization and analytical projects Highly motivated, resourceful, and a fast learner Experienced with multidisciplinary team approaches Enthusiasm for people and the greater community • • • • • Excellent written and verbal communication skills Outgoing and professional demeanor Value both independent and cooperative work Understanding of land related state and county codes Level-headed, organized, and detail-oriented Experience April 2014 - GIS Analyst | Real Estate Appraiser Trainee (State-Certified General Real Estate Appraiser - in progress) Present Terra Valuations LLC – Edmonds, WA • Introduced and integrated GIS software - including QGIS, ESRI ArcGIS Desktop & ArcGIS Earth - to more accurately view and analyze comparable property sales used within the appraisal process • • Reduced the timeline of report generation by 25% by streamlining the overall approach to property valuation • Gathered available land data from a variety of public sources and developed an in-house geodatabase spanning over fifteen counties Topics included county parcels, land cover rasters, critical areas such as wetlands and the National Flood Hazard Layers, soil surveys, zoning, and slope analyses • Utilized GIS spatial analysis processes such as buffers, clips and spatial joins, as well as raster analysis, raster calculators, and zonal statistics to better understand the subject property and comparable sales • Value property affected by environmental programs and regulations such as, Shoreline Management Act (SMA), Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP), Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP), The Priority Habitats and Species (PHS) Program and Open Space taxation programs • Produced multiple narrative appraisal reports and site inspections for fee simple acquisition of real estate, each requiring a “highest and best use” which is significantly influenced by local land use regulations • Experience working with both public and private stakeholders such as: The US Dept of the Navy, The Nature Created an organizational process which linked all property attributes to GIS parcel boundaries, allowing for properties’ physical location to become the dataset’s anchor point Conservancy, The Trust for Public Land, Whidbey Camano Land Trust, San Juan Preservation Trust, Jefferson Land Trust, Snohomish Conservation District, PCC Farmland Trust & Skagit County Farmland Legacy Program Aug 2019 - Alternate Commissioner for Zone #1 Present Edmonds Citizen’s Housing Commission – Edmonds, WA • Co-lead Zoning Standards Committee, held weekly remote meetings to draft multiple policy proposals • Passionate about cooperative work, and community engagement Education June 2017 - State-Certified General Real Estate Appraiser - anticipated completion 2020 Present McKissock Learning Feb 2016 - State-registered Real Estate Appraiser Trainee June 2017 Career WebSchool Washington Sept 2010 - Bachelor of Arts: Geography - Focus in GIS June 2015 University of Washington – Seattle, Washington John Weston, Citizen Representative to Steering Committee Steering Committee, October 28, 2020 Agenda Item 4.a SNOHOMISH COUNTY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS APPLICATION FORM NOMINEE: Please fill in this section Name of Board/Commission: Snohomish County Tomorrow New Appointment Snohomish County Council District (Please choose one): Name John Weston Home Address Mailing Address (if different) Field not completed City Everett State WA Zip Code 98201 Telephone (Home) Telephone (Work) Email Current Employer Self Employed Occupation Founder/Broker - Magnify Realty Education BS - Business Marketing - UNLV Additional Certifications Licenses held (if applicable) Designated Broker / Principle Broker Why would you like to serve on this board/commission? I care deeply about Snohomish County cities, towns and its people I feel very much compelled and called to help and serve in this capacity Please explain why you are a qualified candidate, including relevant professional experience, to serve on the board/commission As a business owner, an employer and a father of four children I am invested in this County I have been asked to serve on boards but have not chosen to move forward because I want to make sure my time is used in the most valuable way that will have the highest impact and value to the people of Snohomish County I have experience in non-profits & for-profit entities If you would like to know more about my extensive work history you will find more on my LinkedIn page that could help provide more context Please list community involvement/volunteer activities Very involved within the business community and have thrown networking events Volunteered at Gospel Mission, lead ministry groups & am a connector by nature to help out people I encounter How did you learn of this opportunity? I have been interested in this and Mike Appleby from Chicago Title & Escrow recommended I look into this more Do you currently serve on a Snohomish County board or commission?* No *2.03.060SCC - Candidates for appointment to county boards or commission must meet the following requirements: (1) Possess qualifications for the appointment sought, as shown by the candidate's written documentation and any hearing testimony; (2) If a reappointment, demonstrate the continuing benefits of retaining the board member as discussed in the executive's recommendation and a satisfactory attendance record, as determined by adopted criteria of the particular board; (3) Reside or work in Snohomish County, or show evidence of special interest in Snohomish County, PROVIDED That a candidate may not be a County employee By signing this Application Form, Nominee acknowledges that he/she will comply with all county policies, county code, and state law Nominee also acknowledges that any record, including personal e-mail, prepared, owned, used, or retained by Nominee in the conduct of Board/Commission business is a public record, and Nominee agrees to produce said records to County upon request Failure to comply with the above provisions may result in Nominee’s removal from Board/Commission Signature John Weston Date 5/21/2020 Please attach resume if available and either submit this form or print it and mail to Field not completed ... the City in writing the RFP to create a Monroe One Stop Center for Health and Human Services In April of 2020 the Monroe City Council approved a contract to continue my services with the City... 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