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Board of County Commissioners

 

Commissioner Rachel Grant

Commissioner Rachel Grant

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Ashley Brooks

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Term of Office

Commissioner Grant is serving her first term in office which expires December 31, 2028.

About Rachel

A lifelong resident of Thurston and Mason counties, Rachel Grant brings over a decade of public service leadership to her role as Thurston County Commissioner. Rachel has built her career on a strong foundation in behavioral health policy, finance, operations, and workforce investments, with a commitment to strengthening the systems that support those facing mental health and substance use challenges. Her extensive experience includes senior roles at the Health Care Authority and the Department of Social and Health Services, where she served as Budget Chief and Statewide Business Operations Administrator.

As the former Behavioral Health Workforce Investments Manager for King County’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Division, Rachel led a team dedicated to enhancing the behavioral health workforce through strategic, evidence-based investments. She is a certified project manager, holds a Green Belt in Lean, and is certified in continuous improvement, equipping her to deliver impactful, efficient public service programs and leadership.

Rachel’s personal journey is as inspiring as her professional accomplishments. A proud 2004 graduate of the Thurston County Drug Court, she has transformed her own experiences with recovery into a lifelong commitment to public service and community advocacy. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration, with a focus on Leadership & Change Management, from The Evergreen State College.

Rachel has raised three graduates of Capital High School and lives in Lacey with her partner, Jeff. Outside of her work, she enjoys traveling, playing softball, and cheering for her favorite sports teams. Rachel is excited to bring her experience and dedication to serving Thurston County and to work collaboratively with the community to build a thriving, inclusive future for all.

 

Rachel represents Thurston County on the following regional Boards and Committees:

  • Lewis, Mason, Thurston Area Agency on Aging Disability Board
  • Nisqually River Council
  • Olympia Sea Level Rise Response Collaborative
  • Pac Mountain Consortium
  • Thurston-Mason Behavorial Health Administrative Services Organization
  • Transportation Policy Board
  • Voluntary Stewardship Program
  • WSAC Coastal Counties Caucus