Washington Governor Appoints Craig Chase to EvCC Board
The appointment fills a vacancy left by the retirement of long-serving trustee Bob Bolerjack.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in People
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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has appointed Craig Chase to the Everett Community College board of trustees. Chase succeeds Bob Bolerjack, who recently retired after a 14-year tenure on the board.
Why it matters
The board of trustees plays a key role in the governance of Everett Community College, overseeing institutional strategy and policy. Appointments to the board are made by the state governor to ensure local representation in the leadership of the college.
Board of trustees members serve five-year terms. The position was vacated by Bob Bolerjack following his 14 years of service.
The players
Bob Ferguson
Bob Ferguson is the current Governor of Washington who holds the authority to appoint members to community college boards of trustees.
Craig Chase
Craig Chase is a former Running Start student and current board member of the Everett Community College Foundation.
Bob Bolerjack
Bob Bolerjack is a former member of the Everett Community College board of trustees who concluded his 14-year tenure in October 2026.
The details
Craig Chase, a graduate of the University of Washington with a degree in construction management, currently serves on the Everett Community College Foundation board. His connection to the school dates back to his time as a student in the college's Running Start program.
Timeline
October 2012: Bob Bolerjack was originally appointed to the board.
October 13, 2026: Bob Bolerjack attended his final board meeting.
October 14, 2026: The college officially announced the appointment.
Market Landscape
This appointment follows the standard administrative cycle for the Washington state community college board appointment process. The move ensures leadership continuity by replacing a long-term member with an individual already embedded in the institution's foundation.
The change in board composition may influence future policy decisions and institutional priorities at Everett Community College. Students and local stakeholders should monitor upcoming board meetings for shifts in the institution's strategic direction.
The takeaway
Board appointments are vital for maintaining academic and operational standards at local community colleges. Interested residents can track the college's strategic goals by attending public board meetings.
Further reading
For more information on campus leadership and administration, see the Everett People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Herald net.
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