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City Government, People, Public Meetings, Uncategorized

Two More Seek Re-Election to MC Council

First off, Bart (Tim) Masterson, The Pointe, has filed for re-election to the Mill Creek City Council.  During the economic turmoil of the last four years, he has concentrated on the City’s fiscal soundness by advocating for tactical expense trimming & Masterson,Bart2careful spending rather than drastic service cutting measures.  As a result, our financial reserves have remained strong and service levels high. Working on and supporting the MC Police Department’s strategic plan for enhancing staffing levels and command structure has helped make an even stronger police force. Masterson’s two year intensive evaluation of a proposed costly Regional Fire Authority resulted in the City’s choosing instead to strengthen our contractual relationship for emergency services with Fire District 7. A priority for Masterson is the development of our last suitable commercial area known as the East Gateway Urban Village. Says Masterson; “Our fiscal sustainability depends on it. Moreover, I am an advocate for the adopted Strategic Plan for the city; a plan that presents a longer term pathway for maintaining the integrity, livability and sustainability of Mill Creek in the future. It has been an exciting four years and I would like to participate in the next four.”

Lynn Sordel is fourth current Mill Creek Council member to announce plans to seek re-election.  Sordel was appointed by vote of the Council in November 2012 to fill Position 1 which had been vacated by Terry Ryan. This appointment will end in November 2014. Thus, Mr. Sordel will seek a full four-year term by vote of the people this coming election season. Do tell.

 

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Activities, City Government, People, Public Meetings, Uncategorized

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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Activities, Education, Kids, Public Meetings, Uncategorized

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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Open House – Discuss Plans for Seattle Hill Road

Snohomish County Public Works will host an Open House to discuss plans to widen nearly two miles of Seattle Hill Road from 35th Avenue to 132nd Street. The public meeting is scheduled for 6-8PM on Thursday, Feb 28th at Mill Creek Elementary School – 3400 148th St. SE Mill Creek,Wa 98012. SCPW staff will be on hand to explain the plans & answer questions.

The plan calls for adding a third lane – a center turn lane, as well as bike lanes, curbs & sidewalks. Snohomish County Public Works staff will coordinate improvements with the City of Mill Creek as Seattle Hill Road is next to Mill Creek’s high density urban village zone.

The project is still in the research, design, funding phase & no date for work has been scheduled, although the SCPW newsletter states: “If construction funds are secured, public works could advertise the project for competitive bid in 2017.”  Do tell.

For more information & a link to the SCPW newsletter visit: Snoco Public Works Seattle Hill Project

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