Council Recaps

The Mill Creek City Council met on November 3, 2026.

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Mayor Vignal recognized the historical significance of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, and acknowledged November 6, 2026, as the start of five days of celebrations in the City of Mill Creek. 
• Communications, Marketing, and Recreation Manager Hawkins introduced the City’s Grand Marshal of the Veterans Day Parade event, Mr. Chuck Robinette. 
• Ray Stephanson, President and CEO of the Economic Alliance of Snohomish County (EASC), presented an update on the work their agency has done to support cities throughout Snohomish County related to business retention, expansion, attraction, investment, and strategy. 
• Finance Director Lumbad led a public hearing presentation on the 2027/28 preliminary biennium budget, as well as the proposed 2027 regular property tax levy.
• City Engineer Carmody led a public hearing presentation on the 2027-2032 capital improvement plan. 
• Council voted 7-0 on the 164th St. SE bridge emergency repair and approved necessary immediate repairs with appropriate funding designated.
• Community Development and Planning Director Ryan presented a proposal for a rental protection ordinance (RPO) that would ensure dwelling units that are rented out within the City are maintained to healthy standards for occupancy going forward by the owners. Staff will return at this topic to a future meeting for consideration of approval with implementation starting in 2027. 
• Council went into Executive Session to discuss potential acquisition of real property pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(b). 

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on October 27, 2026. 

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Mayor Vignal recognized Sally Dagna with a proclamation.
• Interim Public Works Director Pocinwong introduced consultants from Financial Consulting Solutions to discuss surface water utility rates.
• Finance Director Lumbad conducted the final of three discussions on the 2027/2028 biennium budget, focusing on the non-general funds.
• City Engineer Carmody presented the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
• Finance Director Lumbad led a discussion about the 2027 regular property tax levy. Council directed staff to return on November 3rd for the first public hearing with two levy rate options.
• Community Development and Planning Director Ryan led a Dobson, Remillard, Church, and Cook (DRCC) workshop to get direction from Council regarding theater functions and inclusion of City Hall. Council voted 6-0-1 to direct staff to include adaptable theater functions for consideration as part of the DRCC Civic Campus Master Plan as part of the development of the common building. Council voted 4-3 to include municipal services for consideration as part of the DRCC Civic Campus Master Plan, but as a use that can be phased in at a later date as feasible.

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on October 20, 2026, for a Special Meeting. 

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Mayor Vignal proclaimed October 28, 2026, as National First Responders Day in the City of Mill Creek.
• Council voted 6-0 to direct the City Manager to enact and administer a policy governing engravings for the Veterans Monument at Library Park.
• Council voted 6-0 to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with North Creek Roofing for the Pine Meadow Park roof and gutter replacement.
• Community Development and Planning Director Ryan led Council in a discussion about potential updates to the sign code.

The video recording of the Special City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on October 13, 2026.

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Mayor Vignal recognized Crochet for Hope with a proclamation.
• Communications, Marketing, and Recreation Manager Hawkins went over upcoming City events.
• Officer Lerma and Hondo presented Council with information about the City’s K9 program and demonstrated Hondo’s skills.
• Council voted 6-0-1 to authorize the City Manager to proceed with pursuing annexation of certain unincorporated areas within the City’s Municipal Urban Growth Areas. Councilmember Cavaleri abstained because with the information presented he did not think it is the right step forward.
• City Manager Yamamoto and Finance Director Lumbad conducted the second of three discussions on the 2027/2028 biennium budget, focusing on the General Fund.
• Council voted 6-0 to approve an interagency agreement with the Washington State Traffic Safety Commission.
• Council voted 6-1 to approve moving forward with memorandums of understanding with potential Dobson, Remillard, Church, and Cook (DRCC) partners.

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on October 6, 2026.

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Mayor Vignal proclaimed October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Mill Creek.
• Representatives from the Office of the Washington State Auditor (SAO) conducted the entrance conference for the 2025 Financial and Accountability Audits and provided information about other services the SAO offers.
• Council unanimously approved authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Miller Nash LLP for legal services.
• Council unanimously approved appointing Yixun (Jenny) Liu to the Park and Recreation Board to fill an unexpired term ending October 31, 2027.
• Community Development and Planning Director Ryan introduced consultants from LMN and JLL who led Council in a discussion of preferred scenarios for the Dobson, Remillard, Church, and Cook (DRCC) property.
• City Manager Yamamoto and Finance Director Lumbad conducted the first of three discussions on the proposed 2027/2028 biennium budget, focusing on revenues and authorized positions.
• Council voted 6-0-1 to schedule a Special City Council meeting on October 20, 2026. Councilmember Cavaleri abstained from the vote because he will not be able to attend.

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on September 22, 2026.

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• South County Fire Chief Maxwell and South County Fire Communications Director Veley provided information about the upcoming bond that will be on the November ballot.
• Art & Beautification Board Chair Furtado presented the 2026 Great Garden Awards.
• Council unanimously approved adopting the updated City of Mill Creek Annex to the Snohomish County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
• Council unanimously approved a resolution appointing city representatives for the purpose of designating certain expenditures for reimbursement from bonds that may be authorized and approved by the City for issuance in the future.
• City Manager Yamamoto and Interim Public Works Director Pocinwong led Council in a discussion about a draft agreement for the acquisition of the Penny Creek Natural Area as well as the potential costs of acquisition. Council directed staff to continue to move forward and work with The Farm by Vintage to execute an agreement that will include specific requirements for negotiation on crosswalks.

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on September 8, 2026.

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Mayor Vignal proclaimed September as PTA Membership Month in the City of Mill Creek.
• Mayor Vignal proclaimed September 15 through October 15, 2026, as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Mill Creek.
• Council voted 6-0 to authorize the City Manager to execute a renewal of the interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for Surface Water Management Billing Services.
• Finance Director Lumbad and Jim Nelson of D.A. Davidson led Council in a discussion of municipal debt basics.
• Community Development and Planning Director Ryan and Senior Planner Horn provided Council with an overview of proposed updates to Land Development and Zoning Codes as well as format changes.

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on September 1, 2026.

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Mayor Vignal proclaimed September 1, 2026, as Little League Day in the City of Mill Creek.
• Council voted 5-2 to adopt the South Town Center Subarea Master Plan; amend Chapters 14.17, 17.02, 17.21, and 17.22 of the Mill Creek Municipal Code (MCMC); adopt new Chapters 17.08 and 17.46 MCMC; and designate the South Town Center Subarea as a planned action pursuant to RCW 43.21C.440.
• Council unanimously approved authorizing the City Manager to execute change orders with Granite Construction Company for the 2026 Pavement Preservation Project in an amount not to exceed an additional 10% of the contract amount.
• Council unanimously approved authorizing the City Manager to execute change orders with Earthwork Solutions for the Catch Basin Repair and Replacement Project in an amount not to exceed an additional total of 10% of the contract amount.
• Deputy City Manager Brock and City Engineer Carmody provided a Stormwater Program review and answered Council’s questions.
• City Engineer Carmody presented on the need to adopt a current Surface Water manual and related amendments to MCMC.
• Community Development and Planning Director Ryan and City Engineer Carmody led a discussion on the recommended Comprehensive Plan amendments.

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.

The Mill Creek City Council met on August 11, 2026.

Here is a brief overview of some items from the meeting:

• Finance Director Lumbad shared the Financial and Investment Report for the period ending June 30, 2026.
• Council voted 6-0 to authorize the Finance Director to execute the U.S. Bank Custody Account Application, Fee Schedule, and Custody Agreement.
• Council voted 6-0 to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Building Official, Plan Review, and Inspection Services contract with SAFEbuilt Washington, LLC.
• Community Development and Planning Director Ryan presented on Code Enforcement staffing and answered Council’s questions. Council directed staff to look into adding a Code Enforcement position to the 2027/2028 Biennium Budget.

The video recording of the City Council meeting can be found on the City of Mill Creek’s YouTube channel.