MARYSVILLE — Snohomish County’s second-largest city has a new city administrator.
Jennifer Pearson Stapleton has been picked by Marysville’s City Council to lead the city’s administrative branch. Stapleton follows Gloria Hirashima, who spent the last 14 years in the position. Hirashima recently retired after spending 35 years with the city.
The City Council approved the move after a short executive session June 24. A listing for the job put the annual salary between $208,000 and $266,000. Stapleton’s first day on the job is July 15.
“I’m excited to bring our new City Administrator Jennifer Stapleton on board,” Mayor Jon Nehring said in a press release. “She adds considerable experience and expertise to our city team that will be valuable as we continue to prioritize effective and efficient governing practices in serving our community.”
Stapleton holds a master’s degree in public administration from Eastern Washington and a bachelor’s in political science from Gonzaga. Prior to coming to Marysville, Stapleton held the same position in Sandpoint, Idaho, from 2016 until earlier this year. Sandpoint is home to about 10,000 residents. Marysville has a population of more than 72,000, growing from just over 60,000 in 2010.
Stapleton also has a background in grants and held roles with the city of Spokane and Spokane County Domestic Violence Consortium.
“I am honored and look forward to joining the incredible team at the City of Marysville as the next city administrator,” Stapleton said in a press release. “I have been impressed with the forward thinking of the city’s elected leadership and dedication of city staff and I am committed to positively contributing to the continued success of the city organization and the community.”
Jordan Hansen: 425-339-3046; jordan.hansen@heraldnet.com; Twitter: @jordyhansen.
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