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Four Mill Creek City Council Posts Up For Election

The following four Mill Creek City Council seats are up for election this year:

  • Position #1 – Short & Four year term
  • Position #2 – Four year term
  • Position #3 – Four year term
  • Position #4 – Four year term

The City of Mill Creek is a Council-Manager form of government.  This means that all legislative policy-making powers are vested in the City Council.  The Council appoints a City Manager to carry out the legislative policies the Council develops.  The City Manager is the head of the executive branch of City government. Do tell.

In general, it is the Council’s role to make policy for the governance of the City & its citizens.  The Council has the power to enact laws & policies consistent with state law, usually through the enactment of ordinances & resolutions.

The Council holds meetings on the first, second & fourth Tuesday of every month at Mill Creek City Hall, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  Council members also participate in various committees & boards.

The filing period for these positions is May 13-17.  The filing fee is $60.00.   Any Mill Creek citizen interested in running for a seat on the Mill Creek City Council may call the Snohomish County Auditors Office at 425-388-3444 for more information on filing.  For information related to the duties of the position, please contact Kelly Chelin, Mill Creek City Clerk, at 425-745-1891.

So, are you thinking of running for public office this year?

The Snohomish County Auditors office will be holding a candidate workshop on Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at 3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett -1st Floor Admin-East (Robert Drewel Bldg) Public Meeting Room.  This workshop will cover important information on candidate filing, important election dates, local voters’ pamphlet and the Public Disclosure Commission.  For questions, please contact: 425-388-3444.

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West Coast Aquatics to Hold Swim-A-Thon

On Saturday, May 4, 2013 the swimmers of the WEST Coast Aquatics swim team, located in Mill Creek, will be holding an official Swim-a-Thon.

During the Swim-a-Thon, these competitive swimmers, who range in age from 7 to 17, will swim for 2 hours or up to 200 lengths of their pool, that’s 3 miles! And they hope to raise $50,000.00!

Swim-A-Thon is a nationwide program, with 5% of the money raised going to support national swimming programs, such as Make a Splash, through the USA Swimming Foundation.

WEST provides a safe and positive environment for all levels of swimming from beginner to national-level competitive swimming. Swimmers as young as 3-years-old can learn the basics of swimming & water safety,  progress through the WEST Swim School to pre-team & then onto the competitive team. Do tell.

The pool is also used by a water aerobics group and a synchronized swimming team. Each summer kids from the community enjoy the fun and activity of the Summer Swim Team. In the fall and winter, Jackson & Archbishop Murphy High School swim teams practice at WEST. Zumba classes, personal training, and swim team dryland workouts take place in the gym.

Reaching the $50,000.00 fundraising goal will allow WEST to cover facility maintenance costs & remodel the locker rooms. And with all the traffic the locker rooms see on a daily basis, this remodel will benefit all who use the facility. Please help WEST’s swim team surpass their goal!

WEST is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on promoting fitness for life, healthy habits, and maximizing potential as athletes, students, and members of society.

Learn more about WEST and pledge your support of these dedicated swimmers by making a donation at www.WestSwimTeam.com. Or drop-in and swim a few laps!

Contact:

WEST Coast Aquatics

Nick Chevalier

15622 Country Club Drive,

Mill Creek, WA 98012

Tel: 425-379-8806

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Call For Artists for 2013 Mill Creek Art Walk

artwalkphotoCalling all artists who want to participate in the Mill Creek Town Center Second Thursday Art Walk, presented by the Mill Creek Art and Beautification Board & the Mill Creek Town Center Business Association. The 2013 Art Walk will be held 5 – 8PM on June 13, July 11, August 8 & September 12. The 2012 Art Walk was well attended & resulted in many positive comments from participating artists and merchants.

The goal of the Art Walk is to enhance the atmosphere of Mill Creek Town Center while providing artists with a venue in which to showcase their work. We attempt to match the style of the artist’s work with the host merchant’s preferences. Artists will not be charged fees or commissions.

Artists interested in exhibiting & selling their work are encouraged to apply. All entries will be juried. To be considered for the June 13th date, please apply by May 1.

To apply, send the following information and items to Mill Creek Art Walk, c/o City of Mill Creek, 15728 Main Street Mill Creek, Washington 98012-1518 or to mcartwalk@gmail.com:

  • A short biography or resume that describes you and your work and includes the following contact information. Please let us know which contact method you prefer.
    • Name and address
    • Primary and secondary phone numbers
    • Email address
    • Website address
  • 4 to 6 examples of your work. You can either mail color photos or prints on a single sheet, which will be kept on file but not returned, or email no more than 6 digital images (not links to websites or online albums).
  • The number of pieces you have ready to show. Two-dimensional artwork must
    be framed or matted. Also, indicate whether your work can be displayed outdoors.
  • Price list or price range.
  • The dates that you want to participate, ranked in order of preference & any merchant preference you may have. Although we cannot guarantee placement with a specific merchant, we will consider your request.

Participating artists are required to organize their exhibitions with their assigned merchants, provide the apparatus needed to display their work & attend their exhibitions the night of the Art Walk. Do tell.

Questions? Contact us at mcartwalk@gmail.com

Artwork from: Mill Creek Town Center Business Association, City of Mill Creek & Second Thursday ArtWalk

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New Kiwanis Club Being Organized in Mill Creek

PNWGroupLogo3Pacific Northwest District of Kiwanis International, working in concert with citizens of Snohomish County, is forming a Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek. The aim of the new club is to serve the needs of children in Mill Creek & Snohomish County as well as to meet other needs in the community, develop youth leaders, & provide opportunities for leadership, business & social fellowship.

The first pre-organizational meeting will be held in on April 23, 2013, Tuesday, at Volunteers of America, 16300 Motor Place, Lynnwood, WA 98037. The meeting is expected to be held from 7-8PM. Citizens, 18 years or over, interested in improving the community & helping meet the needs of children are welcome to attend the meeting & to become Charter Members of the new Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek. The club is expected to be chartered in May. For all the the latest information on the club & for persons 18 years or over to sign up for Charter Membership online, go to: MillCreekKiwanis.org   You may also contact Jim Garcia, Kiwanis Lt. Governor, by email Contact Jim Garcia

mc_kiwanisAs a member of Mill Creek Kiwanis, Snohomish County citizens will join over 290,000 Kiwanians in more than 80 nations dedicated to serving children & others in need. The Kiwanis theme is Serving the Children of the World, starting with our own communities.

Some 300,000 young people are working in concert with the over 8500 Kiwanis clubs through K-Kids in elementary school, Builders Club in middle school, Key Club in high school & Circle K in colleges and universities.

The Kiwanis Worldwide Service Project, with UNICEF joined forces to eliminate maternal & neonatal tetanus (MNT) from the face of the Earth. Kiwanis & UNICEF in the past tackled iodine deficiency disorders, achieving one of the most significant public health successes of the 20th century. The ELIMINATE project will reach the poorest, most neglected mothers & babies with additional lifesaving health care. The Pacific Northwest District project is to have a world free of childhood cancer through research and care.

If you believe our children are the future, take pride in your community, want to reach out to those in need & you enjoy meeting new people, Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek is for you.

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Bartell Drugs To Help Give “Bear Hugs”

Bartell Drugs is helping to give “bear hugs” to children in stressful or traumatic situations as the Puget Sound area drugstore chain teams up again with Warm 106.9 FM in the annual “Teddy Bear Patrol” campaign, now through March 30.

All 58 Bartell Drugs locations including:

  • Bartell Drugs – Mill Creek  18001 Bothell-Everett Hwy in Bothell
  • Bartell Drugs – Silver Lake  11020 19th Ave SE in Everett.

are designated locations for teddy bear donations. The annual drive puts teddy bears in the hands of community police departments, hospitals & emergency response teams so they may give the bears to children involved in challenging situations.

Over 74,000 bears have been collected over the past several years for this great cause. Do tell.

Donation options at Bartell Drugs stores in King, Snohomish and Pierce counties include:

  1. Purchase an official “Bartell  Bear” for $7.00 to keep or donate & Bartell Drugs will donate a second Bear to the campaign. [Win-win in my book!]
  2. Donate a new or gently used bear, under 12″

For more information on the program & nearby Bartell Drugs locations, visit Bartell Drugs

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May the Force Be With You . . . for Nate’s Little Angel

On February 23, from 4-7PM,  members of the 501st Legion – Garrison Titan Star Wars Premier Charity Organization will be at Gold Creek Church along with members of The Rebel Legion’s Alpha Base to raise funds for Nate’s Little Angel, a Seizure Assist Dog.

This family is fantastic & Nate’s mom is the School Counselor at Forest View Elementary, where she does amazing things to help the students every day.  This is a way we as a community, can give back!

Get photos taken with your favorite Star Wars characters. Enjoy games, food, bouncy houses & much more! Feel free to come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character, too! Do tell.

Gold Creek Church  4326 148th Street SE Mill Creek, WA 98012

Visit Garrison Titan  to learn more about Garrison Titan & the fun work they do.

and also visit Little Angels Service Dogs  to learn more about Little Angels Service Dogs.

 

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Clearwater School to Host Parents’ Forum

image-3When: Sunday, February 24, 1-2PM

Where: Lake City Branch Seattle Public Library

What: Reluctant to Enthusiastic: A Clearwater Parents’ Forum

Parents at the Clearwater School in Bothell grapple with thorny issues resulting from sending their children to a democratic school. Providing their children with the freedom to be responsible for their own learning can be a daunting endeavor. Parents will discuss issues such as unlimited gaming, learning the fundamentals, how their kids are doing at Clearwater vs. traditional school, and how they themselves handle their difficulties with giving young people control of their lives.

In a radical departure from traditional schooling, Clearwater considers students responsible for their own education. Students choose what they want to do, when they want to do it and with whom and in ways that… serve them best.

Given the freedom to pursue their passions and the infrastructure to take responsibility for their lives, Clearwater students become confident, articulate adults with the skills they need to succeed. They graduate, get jobs, attend college, all without GPAs, transcripts or other stamps of approval that more traditional schools require. Do tell.

Sound Intriguing? Presentation is FREE & open to the public. Parents, students, community imagemembers, educators and journalists are welcome.

To learn more about The  Clearwater School including the history, philosphy of education, visit online: www.clearwaterschool.com

Sunday, February 24, 1:00-2:00PM @ Lake City Branch – Seattle Public Library

which is located @ 12501 28th Ave NE  Seattle, WA 98125   206-684 7518

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Charity Fit Camp – Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs

Run 2 Be Fit is presenting a Charity Fit Camp on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 8:30AM at the Everett Boys & Girls Club —  2316 12th Street in Everett.

This is a self-defense & combat style camp, which is FREE.  But, please bring cash donations to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County. All proceeds from the Fit Camp benefit the Everett Boys & Girls Club. This event is open to all – males & females. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by guardian. Waivers will be signed by all.

Over the years, Boys & Girls Clubs have been a “home” to many amazing children who have grown to be productive, caring, responsible adults. Their goal is to continue this tradition of making a difference in our community. They offer many sports, educational programs, recreational games & teen programs for members ages 5-18. Do tell.

Following the workout there will be a DEMO for Damsel in Defense. Damsel in Defense is about equipping women with the tools to not only keep them safe but also to give them confidence to know that they have a way out if they ever feel threatened. They offer “affordable & adorable products” & education to help women keep safe.

For more info about Run 2 Be Fit & to sign up online for the camp, visit: www.run2befit.com

Call Arnie & Grace Martinez (425) 610-9311 or email them at  info@ru2befit.com

 

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Relay For Life Mill Creek Team Kick-Off 1/23/13

rfl3_RGBLooking to build upon Mill Creek’s successful American Cancer Society Relay for Life event last summer, planning is underway to grow participation to 35 teams and donations to exceed $60,000 this year.  Interested members of the greater Mill Creek community are invited to attend the kick-off meeting at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 23 at the former Zen Garden Restaurant at 16300 Mill Creek Blvd.

Relay for Life is a team-oriented event to celebrate cancer survivors, remember those who have been lost to cancer, honor those who are fighting cancer & fight back by raising funds for cancer research & for local cancer support programs.  Teams take turns walking around the track throughout the night, representing the reality that cancer never sleeps.  This year, Mill Creek’s event will be held June 1, 2013 at McCollum Park.

The kick-off meeting on Jan 23 is the right time to come find out more about the event, sign up to form a team or volunteer to help organize & promote the event.  This event is a great way to unite with people in our community who have been affected by cancer, and to use your passion to save lives & create a world with more birthdays. Do tell.

For questions, please contact Event Co-chairs Erin Engen or Mike Todd at

MikeTodd@millcreekmike.com

 

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Happy New Year!

January 2013. We settle into the new year & begin to unwind from the holiday crazies. After about two days though,  I start to think okay, now what? I’m not one to make New Year’s Resolutions, but I start thinking about projects. The holidays are over; the weather is good for staying indoors. Might as well start or finish a project.

A good place to start, is putting those Christmas decorations away. This year I resolved to not only throw them back in the closet (Did I just say that?), but actually take everything & I mean everything out of the closet & cull through it.   Cull ( kul) v.  to pick out, select, sort, gather with the intent to remove from the rest.

So I went through everything once I got it out into the hall. Oh my, how did all this stuff fit in there? I sorted into four piles. 1. garbage 2. recycle bin 3. Goodwill 4. keep.

It took the better part of the day, but I wound up with one big bag for the garbage, the equivalent of 2 bags for recycling – old papers, box materials, plastic, glass, etc. – & 4 bags for Goodwill. This included items from the Christmas decorations category. Yay! And rest assured there was some to keep, which I carefully put back all organized. Pat self on back.

Goodwill has a drop-off donation site up 164th St towards Martha Lake. Address is 710 164th St. SW  Lynnwood, WA 98087  to be exact & Hours are Mon- Sun, 9:00 AM -7:00 Pm. They are closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

They accept all quality reusable clothing & household items, including furniture.
And really helpful they accept ALL electronics including televisions & computer monitors measuring 19 inches or less, desktop computers and laptops.

The cannot take large appliances &  Goodwill never accepts hazardous, poisonous or flammable material or items containing them. Also, Goodwill cannot accept any  items that have been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). If you are not sure about an item visit www. cpsc.gov for a current list of recalls. Visit www.seattlegoodwill.org for more information about the work Goodwill does.

It was real easy with a one way drive-in & out. When I got there a young man was outside ready to help unload the trunk. Donation receipts are available if you would like.

Next: the junk drawer(s)!

 

 

 

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