A Letter to the Community from Snoqualmie Police Chief Phipps

During this past week, I have received some questions and inquiries about how the Police Department will be serving the community during this crisis associated with the COVID-19 virus and the restrictions associated with the Governor’s recent or...

King County Metro Route 628 Continues, Route 208 Suspended

King County Metro provides bus transportation between North Bend and Issaquah via Snoqualmie on Routes 208 and 628.

Metro has implemented service reductions in response to a drop in ridership since the emergence of COVID-19. Metro reports “these ...

Snoqualmie Suspends Water Shut Offs and Late Fees

Under Mayor Larson’s Proclamation of Emergency for the novel coronavirus and Covid-19, the City of Snoqualmie will suspend water shutoffs and assessment of late fees for utility accounts in Snoqualmie that are delinquent in payment or become del...

Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson Tests Positive for COVID-19

Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson was tested for COVID-19 at Snoqualmie Valley Hospital on March 16 after showing symptoms of the illness including a fever and cough. On March 22, he received results that he tested positive.

After ten days in self-isolation at ...

A Letter from Mayor Matt Larson to the Snoqualmie Community

Dear Snoqualmie Residents and Business Owners:

Thank you for coming together during this unprecedented time to help slow the threat of COVID-19. I want to share my gratitude for your calm, along with your willingness to support your community and neighbors...

Sport Courts, Skatepark, and Playgrounds Closed in Snoqualmie

Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson has ordered closure of the Snoqualmie Skatepark and sport courts throughout the city to prevent large groups from congregating at those locations. This measure is to safeguard public health as COVID-19 continues to spread in t...

Snoqualmie Playgrounds Close Temporarily

Snoqualmie Parks & Public Works Department has made a difficult decision to temporarily close Snoqualmie playgrounds.

There have been large groups of children and teenagers in the playgrounds and, in alignment with recommendations by the Center for Dis...

Snoqualmie City Hall Closed Temporarily to Public

In accordance with recent public health recommendations and to ensure resident and staff safety in reducing the spread of COVID-19, Snoqualmie City Hall will be temporarily closed as of March 16, 2020 at 5 p.m. The Police Department and Fire Department lo...

COVID-19: Snoqualmie Info., Updates, Resources, Links

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Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson Signs Proclamation of Emergency

Mayor Matt Larson today signed a proclamation of emergency that allows the City of Snoqualmie to quickly procure equipment, supplies, and services that may be needed if large numbers of residents and/or city staff contract COVID-19.

“My primary r...

Work for the City of Snoqualmie as a Human Resources Analyst

The City of Snoqualmie is looking for the right person to support human resources processes, recruitment and selection, personnel laws and procedures, labor negotiations, and much more.

The HR Analyst assists in managing the city’s human resource...

CDC Expands Recommendations to Reduce Spread of COVID-19

The City of Snoqualmie Department of Emergency Management continues to monitor the local risk of COVID-19 and works with local and regional agencies to stay informed and up to date on a daily basis.

Publications are coming out every day from many agencies ...

New Recommendations from Public Health to Reduce COVID-19 Risk

State and local health officials announced new recommendations to King County residents aimed at reducing their risk of exposure to COVID-19. This is a critical moment in the growing outbreak of COVID-19 in King County and these measures can potentially i...

Snoqualmie Emergency Management Dept. is Monitoring COVID-19 Developments

The King County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has been activated following the emergence in King County of the novel coronavirus, named COVID-19. The King County EOC will provide regional coordination in support of county and local operations for King...

Snoqualmie Police Officers Recognized for High Honors

Snoqualmie Police Chief Perry Phipps formally recognized two officers at the City Council meeting on February 24 for high honors they have recently received.

Snoqualmie Police Officer Rick Cary received an award for 2019 Air National Guard Non-Commissioned...

Snoqualmie Vehicle License Fee Increase under Consideration

The Snoqualmie City Council will consider an ordinance to temporarily increase vehicle license fees in Snoqualmie from $20 per year to $40 per year to fund the city’s portion of the new Interstate 90/State Route 18 dedicated on-ramp that opened ...

Call to Artists – Seeking Applications for 2020 Art Partners Program

The Snoqualmie Arts Commission (SAC) is requesting proposals from artists and arts programs to receive funding from the 2020 Art Partners Program. Program proposals may include both classes and events for the visual, musical, and performing arts. For-prof...

Affordable Housing Apartments in Snoqualmie Open this Spring

The Panorama Apartments affordable housing complex in Snoqualmie will be ready for initial occupancy this spring. Construction will be completed in five phases through mid-2020 with residents moving in as buildings open.

The development will help fill a ga...

City of Snoqualmie Seeks New Members for Commissions

Do you want to become more involved in your community? Positions are open on the Parks & Events Commission and the Civil Service Commission.

The Parks & Events Commission advises the City Council on parks and facilities, recreational activities, an...

Rudometkin Appointed Snoqualmie’s Interim City Administrator

Mayor Matt Larson has appointed Rick J. Rudometkin as interim City Administrator pending confirmation from the Snoqualmie City Council on January 27. Rudometkin serves in the position vacated by Bob Larson.

“I am excited to work with Rick, who co...

Take a Walk through the Past with New Kiosk Displays

New kiosk displays located by the Snoqualmie Depot share the city’s past through a historic and cultural overview along with a walking tour of downtown Snoqualmie.

The historic display depicts the Snoqualmie River and its confluence of cultures, industries...

Call to Artists – Display Your Art at City Hall this Year

City of Snoqualmie News Release

For immediate release: January 3, 2020Call to Artists – Display Your Art at City Hall this Year! 

Snoqualmie, WA – The Snoqualmie Arts Commission (SAC) is seeking artwork to display at Snoqualmie City Hall in 2020. S...

Snoqualmie City Administrator Bob Larson Accepts Position at City of Gig Harbor

Bob Larson, City Administrator for the City of Snoqualmie, has accepted an offer from the City of Gig Harbor. He will resign from his position in Snoqualmie in January 2020 to begin work as City Administrator in Gig Harbor on January 6.“We are t...

City Explores Funding Options for Aquatics Facility

City of Snoqualmie News ReleaseFor immediate release: October 21, 2019 City of Snoqualmie Explores Funding Options for Aquatics Facility

Snoqualmie, WA – The City of Snoqualmie continues to explore funding options to include an ...

A Letter to the Community from Snoqualmie Police Chief Phipps

During this past week, I have received some questions and inquiries about how the Police Department will be serving the community during this crisis associated with the COVID-19 virus and the restrictions associated with the Governor’s recent or...

King County Metro Route 628 Continues, Route 208 Suspended

King County Metro provides bus transportation between North Bend and Issaquah via Snoqualmie on Routes 208 and 628.

Metro has implemented service reductions in response to a drop in ridership since the emergence of COVID-19. Metro reports “these ...

Snoqualmie Suspends Water Shut Offs and Late Fees

Under Mayor Larson’s Proclamation of Emergency for the novel coronavirus and Covid-19, the City of Snoqualmie will suspend water shutoffs and assessment of late fees for utility accounts in Snoqualmie that are delinquent in payment or become del...

SVT Buses Will Run throughout Governor’s Stay Home Order

Transportation Designated an Essential ServiceSVT Buses Will Run throughout Governor’s Stay Home Order

North Bend, WA – To help Washington State fight the spread of the novel coronavirus and the COVID-19 illness it causes, Gove...

Sport Courts, Skatepark, and Playgrounds Closed in Snoqualmie

Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson has ordered closure of the Snoqualmie Skatepark and sport courts throughout the city to prevent large groups from congregating at those locations. This measure is to safeguard public health as COVID-19 continues to spread in t...

Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson Tests Positive for COVID-19

Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson was tested for COVID-19 at Snoqualmie Valley Hospital on March 16 after showing symptoms of the illness including a fever and cough. On March 22, he received results that he tested positive.

After ten days in self-isolation at ...

City Hall Turns Out the Lights for Earth Hour

City of Snoqualmie 

News Release

For immediate release: March 20, 2020

City Hall Turns Out the Lights for Earth Hour 

Snoqualmie, WA – On Saturday, March 28 from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., the lights at Snoqualmie City Hall will turn ...

Snoqualmie Playgrounds Close Temporarily

Snoqualmie Parks & Public Works Department has made a difficult decision to temporarily close Snoqualmie playgrounds.

There have been large groups of children and teenagers in the playgrounds and, in alignment with recommendations by the Center for Dis...

A Letter from Mayor Larson to the Community

Dear Snoqualmie Residents and Business Owners:

Thank you for coming together during this unprecedented time to help slow the threat of COVID-19. I want to share my gratitude for your calm, along with your willingness to support your community and neighbors...

Snoqualmie City Hall Closed Temporarily to Public

In accordance with recent public health recommendations and to ensure resident and staff safety in reducing the spread of COVID-19, Snoqualmie City Hall will be temporarily closed as of March 16, 2020 at 5 p.m. The Police Department and Fire Department lo...

CDC Expands Recommendations to Reduce Spread of COVID-19

The City of Snoqualmie Department of Emergency Management continues to monitor the local risk of COVID-19 and works with local and regional agencies to stay informed and up to date on a daily basis.

Publications are coming out every day from many agencies ...

Work for the City of Snoqualmie as a Human Resources Analyst

City of Snoqualmie 

News Release

For immediate release: March 5, 2020

Work for the City of Snoqualmie as a Human Resources Analyst

Position is open until filled. 

Snoqualmie Monitoring Regional COVID-19 Developments

City News ReleaseMarch 1, 2020

Snoqualmie Monitoring Regional COVID-19 Developments

Snoqualmie, WA – The King County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has been activated following the emergence in King County of the novel coronavirus, named COVID-...

Snoqualmie Firefighters Compete in Stairclimb up Columbia Center

City of Snoqualmie News Release

For immediate release: February 28, 2020

Snoqualmie Firefighters Compete in Stairclimb up Columbia Center

Snoqualmie, WA – On March 8, a team of 10 Snoqualmie firefighters will compete in the 29^th Annual SCO...

Snoqualmie Police Officers Recognized for High Honors

City of Snoqualmie News Release 

For immediate release: February 27, 2020

Snoqualmie Police Officers Recognized for High Honors

Snoqualmie, WA – Snoqualmie Police Chief Perry Phipps formally recognized two officers at the...

Snoqualmie Vehicle License Fee Increase under Consideration

The Snoqualmie City Council will consider an ordinance to temporarily increase vehicle license fees in Snoqualmie from $20 per year to $40 per year to fund the city’s portion of the new Interstate 90/State Route 18 dedicated on-ramp that opened ...

Affordable Housing Apartments in Snoqualmie Open this Spring

City of Snoqualmie News Release 

For immediate release: February 14, 2020

Affordable Housing Apartments in Snoqualmie Open this Spring

Snoqualmie, WA – The Panorama Apartments affordable housing complex in Snoqualmie will...

Call to Artists – Seeking Applications for 2020 Art Partners Program

For immediate release: February 12, 2020

Call to Artists – Seeking Applications for 2020 Art Partners Program

Snoqualmie, WA – The Snoqualmie Arts Commission (SAC) is requesting proposals from artists and arts programs to receive funding...

City of Snoqualmie Seeks New Members for Commissions

City of Snoqualmie 

News Release

For immediate release: February 5, 2020

City of Snoqualmie Seeks New Members for Commissions

Snoqualmie, WA – Do you want to become more involved in your community? Positions are open on the Parks & Even...

Rudometkin Appointed Snoqualmie’s Interim City Administrator

City of Snoqualmie

News Release

For immediate release: January 10, 2020

Rudometkin Appointed Snoqualmie’s Interim City Administrator

Snoqualmie, WA – Mayor Matt Larson has appointed Rick J. Rudometkin as interim City Administrator pending confirmation from th...

Call to Artists – Display Your Art at City Hall this Year

City of Snoqualmie News Release

For immediate release: January 3, 2020Call to Artists – Display Your Art at City Hall this Year! 

Snoqualmie, WA – The Snoqualmie Arts Commission (SAC) is seeking artwork to display at Snoqualmie ...

Take a Walk through the Past with New Kiosk Displays

City of Snoqualmie 

News Release

For immediate release: December 31, 2019

Located on the Boardwalk by the Snoqualmie Depot in Historic Snoqualmie

Snoqualmie, WA – New kiosk displays located by the Snoqualmie Depot share the city’s past through a hist...

City Phones Scheduled for Systems Testing – Temporary Downtime

For immediate release: December 18, 2019

City Phones Scheduled for Systems Testing – Temporary Downtime

December 21, 6 a.m. through December 22, evening

Snoqualmie, WA – The City of Snoqualmie Information Technology Department will be upgrading the ...

City Adopts a Police Narcotics K-9 Program to further Community Awareness

Snoqualmie, WA – The Snoqualmie Police Department is moving forward with a Police Narcotics K-9 Program to increase awareness of illegal drug use and enhance community safety in the cities of Snoqualmie and North Bend.

“A K-9 Program will not only...

New On-Ramp Opens from Snoqualmie Parkway to Westbound I-90

A new on-ramp lane from Snoqualmie Parkway to westbound I-90 is complete. 

The new right-only on-ramp lane runs adjacent to the lane previously used by vehicles from Snoqualmie Parkway and State Route 18 (SR 18).

The original lane will now be dedic...

Snoqualmie City Administrator Robert Larson Accepts Position at City of Gig Harbor

Bob Larson, City Administrator for the City of Snoqualmie, has accepted an offer from the City of Gig Harbor. He will resign from his position in Snoqualmie in January 2020 to begin work as City Administrator in Gig Harbor on January 6.“We are t...

City Explores Funding Options for Aquatics Facility

The City of Snoqualmie continues to explore funding options to include an aquatics facility in the potential expansion of the Snoqualmie Community Center.

“A statistically valid survey showed that Snoqualmie residents are overwhelmingly in favor ...

Love Snoqualmie Community Resources in Response to COVID-19

Check this Snoqualmie Valley resource of ways to give and receive help.

City Hall Closed / Phones Open

City Hall is closed to the public to maintain social distancing for the safety of staff and the community. However, Snoqualmie is still providing services to the public. 

Finance staff will be responding to phone calls and email as quickly as poss...

COVID-19 Information

Read the City's response to the coronavirus and COVID-19; learn about resources from other local, regional, and national agencies; and see suggestions for reducing the risk of exposure.