Snohomish Civic Campus news City waiting for favorable funding before moving on new city buildings

Snohomish’s Civic Campus construction proceeds with the Fire District 4 headquarters expected to complete by late 2026, while the new City Hall project awaits necessary funding. The city allocated $11. 17 million for the Civic Campus but continues to pursue additional financial support through municipal bonds and government grants. City Administrator Heather Thomas-Murphy emphasized that the current City Hall is no longer sufficient for the city's needs, prompting a redesign that cut costs from over $72. 7 million to about $54.

99 million. The updated plans have resulted in a two-story structure with reduced square footage, including shared workspaces to maximize efficiency. The future City Hall aims to incorporate modern amenities like ADA accessibility and electric vehicle charging stations, addressing current infrastructure gaps. The city budgeted $4. 8 million and $6.

37 million for the 2023-2024 and 2025-2026 fiscal years, respectively, but additional funding remains challenging to secure. State Sen. John Lovick has obtained $1 million toward the project, while U. S. Rep.

Suzan DelBene is working to secure further federal funds. Discussions on federal allocations for 2026 will start on October 1, adding urgency to the funding efforts.