Lynnwood council confirms longtime deputy Jared Bond as public works director

The Lynnwood City Council on March 10 confirmed Jared Bond as the city’s public works director following a motion from Council Member Escamilla and a roll‑call vote by council members.

Bond, a Lynnwood resident who has worked in the city’s public works department for more than 20 years, currently served as one of two deputy public works directors. Mayor Christine Frizzell and several council members described Bond as a long‑time internal candidate who understands the department’s operations, including oversight of the wastewater treatment plant, streets and utilities maintenance, and emergency operations center duties.

The mayor outlined Bond’s qualifications before the vote: a master’s in public administration from Seattle University, a water distribution manager level 4 certification (the highest required to operate the city’s treatment plant), extensive experience with snow and inclement weather mitigation, and long service in Lynnwood public works. The mayor asked council for confirmation, which Council Member Escamilla moved and another council member seconded.

Council members spoke in support during the meeting, noting Bond’s institutional knowledge and prior role assisting with the department transition after former director Bill Franz retired. Multiple council members described Bond’s familiarity with operational details and his ability to explain technical matters to non‑staff members.

A roll‑call vote followed. Council members present voted in favor and the motion passed. Bond thanked the council, his colleagues and family, referencing his 26 years with the department and pledging to lead with “integrity, honesty, and transparency.” He also noted March 10 was his 18th anniversary.

The council did not record any dissenting votes during the roll call recorded on the transcript.