Marko Liias

Rep. Marko Liias will not seek County Council appointment

Edmonds Democrat supports Lynnwood Councilmember Stephanie Wright

Rep. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds) announced today that he would not seek appointment to the Snohomish County Council seat vacated by Edmonds Mayor Mike Cooper.

“I appreciate all the interest and encouragement from throughout the community and in the media, but I already have a job that I love as our state representative. It is an honor to serve in Olympia, and I intend to continue my work in the Legislature.”

Rep. Liias has been the subject of media speculation since Cooper’s entry into the appointment process for Edmonds mayor. Liias addressed the speculation:

“I am flattered to be considered for this position, but my number one priority has always been ensuring that our community has a strong voice in Olympia. I look forward to continuing my work as an advocate for better schools, services for our seniors, and putting people back to work.”

Rep. Liias did announce his support for Lynnwood City Council Vice President Stephanie Wright as she seeks appointment to the County Council.

“I have known Stephanie for nearly a decade, and she is the right person for this important job. We need a county councilmember that can bring a collaborative spirit to the County Council, and Stephanie’s work in Lynnwood speaks to her strengths as a consensus-builder and leader.”

Rep. Liias has served as state representative since 2008, after two years on the Mukilteo City Council. The County Council unanimously appointed him to the Legislature in January 2008, after he was selected as the number one choice of the Democratic Party.