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Many have been wondering about the changes happening in the plaza at The Jewelry Source in Mill Creek Town Center, and we have an update. Today, our dedicated Public Works Crew, along with the good folks from Cuz Concrete, did a masterful job installing the giant container that will be the temporary home for our new holiday tree. 

The City of Mill Creek has been celebrating a beloved tree lighting ceremony at City Hall for over 30 years! The tree has grown to over 35 feet and sadly, it's showing signs of age, so we'll need to say goodbye to it soon. 

Over the years, we've wished our tree was in a spot where the community could gather more easily for photos, caroling, and festive fun. Now feels like the perfect time for a change!

In the coming weeks, you'll see the box transform, and then on November 20th, a beautiful 14-foot Nordmann fir will be planted. 

Stay tuned for more updates and save the date for the Santa Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 6th. Event info at millcreekwa.gov/events

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Mill Creek Veterans Day Ceremony and Parade yesterday! Both events were extraordinary, and our community, including parade participants, turned out in record numbers to support our United States Veterans and their families. 

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Grand Marshal, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, Bruce McCann, his family and the Cogir team, Chaplain Nick Lewis, Senator John Lovick, Representative April Berg, Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal, the Mill Creek Chorale, Bugler George Moffat, and the South Snohomish County Honor Guard, and all in attendance especially local Veterans for making the ceremony so special. 

A big thank you to this year's fantastic parade emcee, Stitch Mitchell of KXA/KRKO, and to the teams at L.A. Fitness, Overlake Composite Civil Air Patrol Squadron, the National Guard, Heroes' Café, and Dick's Drive-In for generously providing free meals for our Veterans. We appreciate all of you! 
We also want to sincerely thank our sponsors: JL Remodeling, Mill Creek Sports, Community Transit, Chris Jones – State Farm, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Starbucks! 

These events would not have been possible without the dedication of our volunteers, especially our wonderful Veterans Day Planning Committee: US Army Veteran Larry Beach, US Air Force Veteran & Heroes' Café Director Gary Walderman, US Army Veteran Kittie LaFazia, and Barb Heidel, our Volunteer Coordinator and Citizens Patrol lead. Special thanks to volunteers from Kiwanis of Mill Creek, the Key Club, our Mill Creek Youth Advisory Board, the DAR, and our parade marshals, Brad Nelson, Brad Asche, Argon Karameti, and Mike Todd for keeping the parade running smoothly. We also appreciate the support of our City Council, and our dedicated City staff!

Finally, thank you to the Mill Creek Police Department, our Public Works Crew, and South County Fire for ensuring the safety of all participants and attendees. 

View our flickr.com/photos/millcreekwa in the coming weeks for more Veterans Day photos and to learn more about future events, please visit our Events page.

We hope to see you all tomorrow, rain or shine, at the City of Mill Creek's annual Veterans Day Commemorative Ceremony and Parade!

𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲
🎖️ 9:00 a.m.
🎖️ Veterans Monument at Library Park (15429 Bothell Everett Hwy.)
Featuring remarks from Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal, Senator John Lovick, and Representative April Berg. U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and Parade Grand Marshal, Bruce McCann, will also speak, alongside Chaplain Nick Lewis. The Mill Creek Chorale and South Snohomish County Honor Guard will perform, culminating in the raising of the colors accompanied by bugler George Moffat.

𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞
🎖️11:00 a.m.
🎖️South through Mill Creek Town Center, from LA Fitness (15024 Main St.) to City Hall North (15720 Main St.)
Featuring veterans and their families, the Overlake Composite Civil Air Patrol Squadron, and performances by the Glacier Peak High School Grizzly Band, the Jackson High School Cheer Team, the Snohomish High School Panther Band, the Keith Highlanders Pipe Band, as well as vintage and military vehicles, and many local businesses and community organizations.

As the days get shorter and darker earlier, remember to stay safe when outdoors with reflective clothing for the whole family and your pets! Stay safe through the fall and winter seasons!

This is your reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend, so you need to "fall back" by setting your clocks back one hour. On Sunday, November 2, at 2:00 a.m., clocks will officially change!

The City of Mill Creek is launching the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process for the South Town Center Subarea Plan, and we want your input on future development, environmental impacts, and planning alternatives. Public Comments are due by October 28. 

Learn more and share your feedback on the South Town Center Subarea Project page.

Even with the federal government shutdown that began on October 2, the City of Mill Creek is still open and fully serving the community. That includes our Passport Services Office!

If you need passport assistance, we’re here to help.

To view business hours and for more information, visit our Passports page.
 

Just one week after the installation of Flock Safety license plate recognition cameras, the Mill Creek Police Department (MCPD) is already seeing powerful results. The system has generated multiple hits on stolen vehicles, resulting in the recovery of one stolen car and a stolen license plate — all within days of going live.

“We are encouraged to see the immediate impact the license plate readers have had,” said Stan White, Chief of the MCPD. "The real-time alerts allow our officers to act quickly and decisively. Recovering a stolen vehicle and license plate so soon after installation shows how effective this technology can be."

Flock Safety cameras scan license plates and compare them against national crime databases, information that has been available to officers in the field for decades via mobile data computers within police vehicles. When a match is found, officers receive immediate alerts, enabling them to respond rapidly. The system is designed with privacy in mind — it does not use facial recognition and focuses solely on vehicle-related data, which is provided to officers more efficiently and safely.

The installation is part of Mill Creek's broader initiative to reduce property crime and enhance community safety. Residents have expressed strong support for the program, noting an increase in confidence in local law enforcement's ability to respond to crime. City Manager Martin Yamamoto stated, "we're glad to see these results so quickly."

The MCPD plans to increase its Flock Safety awareness in the coming months. For more information on current initiatives, visit our Police page.

On August 16, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., officers from the Mill Creek Police Department (MCPD) responded to reports of a shooting at the Swift Orange Line transit stop located in the 800 block of 164th Street SE.

Upon arrival, officers secured the scene and collected critical evidence that aided in the subsequent investigation. Through coordinated efforts and investigative work, Mill Creek Police identified five individuals—four juveniles and one adult—who were directly involved in the shooting. With the assistance of the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Violent Offenders Task Force, and the MCPD, all suspects have been taken into custody.

The suspects face multiple charges, including:

• Assault in the First Degree
• Malicious Mischief in the First and Second Degree
• Unlawful Transit Conduct
• Reckless Endangerment
• Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
• Resisting Arrest

"I would like to thank the MCPD Investigations Unit, especially Det. White, for their commitment to closing this case," said Chief Stan White. "I would also like to thank Sgt. Dill and the members of the Snohomish County Violent Offenders Task Force for their assistance and perseverance in apprehending the suspects."

The case has been forwarded to the Snohomish County Prosecutor's Office.