penniesf February 10th, 2010
Ms. Carole Flynne White, President of the Pennies for Puppies and Ponies Foundation announced today that Lt. John Flood of the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office has joined the organization as its new webmaster. Lt. Flood, a 20 year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, is currently the South Precinct Commander. His 20 year law enforcement experience spans both patrol and detectives, as well as specialized roles in the SWAT Unit, the Dive Unit, the Training Unit, the Civil Disturbance (RIOT) Unit, to name a few. In his spare time, Lt. Flood “moonlights” as a computer technologist with a local IT firm.
penniesf December 18th, 2009
Reserve Deputy Ken Shefveland and his equine partner, P.H. Deputy Slick are preparing to ride off into the sunset. Deputy Shefveland is retiring from the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office at the close of 2009 with 25 years of service.
Deputy Shefveland and Deputy Slick were the founding members of the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit and served in that capacity for 8 years. Deputies Shefveland and Slick, along with the other unit members have become the unofficial goodwill ambassadors for the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office. Trained in every aspect of mounted police work, the unit quickly, found a place in the policing activities of the county. It is hoped that it will be reactivated as the economy recovers and the funding returns.
During his tenure Deputy Shefveland was instrumental in growing the team to a six member unit made up of a lieutenant, a sergeant, two detectives, and two reserve deputies. Along the way, Deputy Shefveland worked with members of the Seattle and Vancouver (WA) police departments to draft and pass legislation making it a felony to harm a police horse. In addition, Deputy Shefveland worked tirelessly to assist Pennies in raising money, establishing its tax-exempt status, and providing computer technical support.
The Pennies for Puppies and Ponies family wishes Deputy Shefveland and Deputy Slick long life, happiness, and green pastures. Thank you Deputies!!!
penniesf December 18th, 2009
The economic downturn took its toll in early 2009 on every unit in the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, including its Mounted Unit. With virtually, no funding available the unit was “mothballed” for most of the season. The only exception was the deployment of one unit (Shefveland/Slick) to provide limited security at the Evergreen State Fair.
It is hoped that the economic recovery will begin in earnest in 2010 and that the unit will once again receive the necessary funding to begin deployment to the various cities, parks, trails, and events of the county.
penniesf July 14th, 2008
Members of the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol Unit rode in Sultan, Washington’s annual "Shindig" parade on Saturday (July 12, 2008). Det. Kelly Willoth and P.H. Willy along with Dep. Ken Shefveland and P.H. Slick had the honor of representing the sheriff’s office in this important community event. The team was pleasantly surprised later to learn that they had been chosen as the best equestrian entry in the parade.
penniesf June 13th, 2008
| August 21, 2008 | to | September 1, 2008 |
This year the Evergreen State Fair will be celebrating its 100th anniversary beginning August 21st (the fair runs through September 1st). The fairgrounds, located in Monroe, Washington will be the site of 12 days of exciting family-oriented entertainment with something for everyone. From music, to food, livestock and small animal husbandry, to world-class entertainment and with automobile races, rodeo, and fireworks on any given day, attendees can expect to have a fantastic experience at the fair.
Once again, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol Unit will be part of the security team, augmenting the other deputies working the grounds. Look for P.H. Slick, P.H. Shaker, P.H. Willie B., and P.H. Willy and say “hello!”
penniesf June 13th, 2008
| August 2, 2008 |
| 12:00 am | to | 1:00 pm |
The annual Stanwood/Camano Island Community Fair runs from August 1st – 3rd and is highlighted by the Saturday Parade through the streets of Stanwood (Washington). Scores of marching bands, drill teams, floats, and equestrian teams will be featured in the parade. At the head of the parade, The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit will be one of the law enforcement units leading the emergency units and then look for more of the police horses at the end of parade as they bring up the rear.
penniesf June 13th, 2008
| July 19, 2008 |
| 12:00 am | to | 9:00 pm |
KLA-HA-YA Days, the City Of Snohomish’s annual community event runs from July 17th to July 20th. One of its feature events is the TOP FOODS SUNSET PARADE scheduled this year for Saturday, July 19th beginning at 6PM. The expanded parade route on First Street starts on West First Street (near where the Farmers Market was held) and heads east to Lincoln Street. Come out and see the amazing drill teams, equestrian units, and of course your Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol Unit.
penniesf June 13th, 2008
| July 9, 2008 | to | July 13, 2008 |
The annual Arlington Fly-In is scheduled for July 9 – July 13, 2008. This exciting, family-oriented event hosts numerous flight demonstrations, including the War Birds and other historic aircraft, as well as ground-based booths, demonstrations, etc. during its five day run. Music, military equipment demonstrations, as well as a demonstration by the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit. And expect to see the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit on patrol at the event.
penniesf June 13th, 2008
| August 5, 2008 |
| 5:00 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
The "25th Annual National Night Out" (NNO) has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, 2008. One of the feature events in Snohomish County will be held in Goldbar, Washington. In addition to the annual NNO parade, cookout, and children’s carnival, there will be several entries from the Snohomish County Sheriff’’s Office including the Mounted Unit, the bomb squad, and a fly-in and demonstration by one of the sheriff’s office helicopter units. This is an excellent opportunity to meet the police officers and sheriff’s deputies serving the Goldbar area and in particular, a chance to get to know some of the police horses.
Last year’s National Night Out event in Goldbar was a huge success that was attended by several hundred neighbors and friends. It was a clear statement that the citizens of Goldbar are eager to work with law enforcement agencies to make their community safer.
penniesf June 12th, 2008
| June 22, 2008 |
| 11:00 am | to | 4:00 pm |
The Encounters will be headlining the annual K-9 Koncert in Marysville, Washington to be held on Sunday, June 22nd as part of the annual Stawberry Fesitival. In addition to great music, there will be several food and product booths as well as carnival rides for the children. The event is being held at Asberry Field (behind Totem Middle School) at 4th and Alder in Marysville and will run from 12:00PM to 4:00PM.
Featured at the event (which benefits the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office K-9 and Mounted units) will be several of the sheriff’s office K-9 deputies as well as mounted deputies with their k-9 and equine partners. Citizens will have an opportunity to meet and talk to the deputies as well as see a brief demonstration by them.
