Public Records 

Requesting Public Records

SUBMIT ONLINE: Submit your records request here!
Please visit the City's Open Public Records Portal to make a request: Click Here to enter the portal and submit your request for public records through GovQA. 
An email address is required to submit requests through this site.

It is the goal of the City Council to provide the citizens of Snohomish with an effective and accountable and transparent municipal government. To reach this goal, the City of Snohomish is dedicated to providing citizens with access to public records in an efficient manner while still fulfilling legal requirements.

Once you have submitted your request, you will receive a response within five business days. If the public records you requested are readily available, you may receive the requested material at that time. If your request is more complex or possibly contains confidential information, you will be informed of when your request will be available. See RCW42.56, Public Records Act for more information.

Electronic production of records is strongly encouraged; and staff will work with requestors accordingly.

Requests for Snohomish Police Department records should be submitted to the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office.

Fees for Public Records - In accordance with state law, the City charges the following fees for copies of public records. A more detailed and complete list can also be found with the City's Master Fee Schedule. Please contact the City Clerk's office for more information regarding fees or to obtain an estimation of costs.

Common Records FormatFee per RCW 42.56
8-1/2" x 11" page - B/W $0.15 / page
8-1/2" x 11" page - color$0.35 / page
8-1/2" x 14" page - B/W$0.40 / page
8-1/2" x 14" page - color$1.00 / page
11" x 17" page - B/W$1.00 / page
11" x 17" page - color$3.00 / page
Non-standard pages (e.g. building plans)varies by size
Scanning to electronic format$0.10 / page
Uploading files or attachments$0.05 / per 4 files
Electronic format transmission$0.10 / per GB
CD/DVD$5.00 / ea
Flash driveat cost


Resources
City of Snohomish Public Records Act Policy
RCW 42.56 Public Records Act

Contact Us

  1. Melissa Collins

    City Clerk
    Email
    116 Union Avenue
    Snohomish, WA 98290
    Ph: 360-282-3181
    Fx: 360-568-1375

    Hours
    Monday - Thursday
    8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    Friday by appointment