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Council appoints Eric Jarvey to Human Services Commission after two public interviews
Summary
After interviews of two applicants, the Sammamish City Council appointed Eric Jarvey to the Human Services Commission by resolution 2025-1100; applicants Eric Jarvey and Jason Ritchie described priorities including data access, outreach, domestic abuse resources, senior and youth services and grant-writing support.
The Sammamish City Council on April 8 voted to appoint Eric Jarvey to the Human Services Commission, approving Resolution 2025-1100 after interviewing two candidates.
The council conducted short interviews of the two applicants. Eric Jarvey, a 25-year Sammamish resident, said he wanted to help "cross that knowledge kind of bridge" between city data and residents so the Human Services Commission and council can make better-informed decisions. Jarvey described volunteer experience with Eastside Fire & Rescue, local nonprofit projects and community service days.
Jason Ritchie told the council he would press the commission to focus on outreach and resource connections for under-addressed issues including climate resilience, domestic abuse, mental wellness and services for seniors and youth. Ritchie noted his background in human resources and grant-writing experience and said the commission should be proactive about meeting community needs and reporting accountable goals to the council.
Formal action: Councilmember (unnamed in the recorded motion) moved to approve Resolution 2025-1100 appointing Eric Jarvey; a second was recorded and the motion carried on a voice vote. No roll-call vote or individual tallies were recorded in the transcript.
Why it matters: The Human Services Commission advises the city on needs assessments and grant requests and helps connect residents to local services. Jarvey emphasized using data and outreach to guide priorities; Ritchie emphasized visibility and accountability in connecting residents to services.
Ending: Jarvey will be seated on the Human Services Commission; council members thanked both applicants for volunteering and encouraged those not selected to pursue future openings.
