Committee member says they will step back after accepting King County lead-arborist post
Summary
A Poulsbo Tree Board committee member told colleagues they accepted a lead arborist position with King County Parks and Recreation District and will reduce local duties during a transition; board members congratulated the member and discussed coverage and upcoming meeting participation.
A committee member on the Poulsbo Tree Board said they have accepted a lead arborist position with King County Parks and Recreation District and will step back from some board responsibilities during the transition.
"I was just offered the lead arborist position, for King County Parks and Recreation District," the committee member said, noting they expect to move closer to the ferry and that the new role will be heavy on in‑field arboricultural work. Colleagues responded with congratulations and said they would help cover the member’s duties while the member adjusts their schedule.
Board members discussed the member’s availability for near‑term tasks, including a planned Dec. 10 presentation to the city council and a possible dry‑run meeting on Dec. 8. The committee member said they do not plan to resign immediately but will take "a little bit of a step back" and remain engaged by Zoom when needed.
The board did not record any formal personnel action at the meeting; the member’s statement was informational, and the board agreed to plan coverage for presentation duties and ongoing projects.
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