Position 1
John Steckler is a 23-year resident of Mill Creek. Steckler and his wife fell in love with Mill Creek when they were looking for a place in which to raise their family. It was more than a place to live; Steckler and his family have established their roots in Mill Creek. As such, he decided to give back as much to the community as he could. Steckler has volunteered for many years in the local schools and scouting organizations. He is a Rotarian, as well as a charter member and board member of the newly formed Kiwanis Club of Mill Creek.
After a deeply satisfying career in sales, marketing and operations, Councilmember Steckler is semi-retired, but provides freelance consulting work in strategic planning and marketing for small and mid-sized companies. His professional passion is to foster strategic growth wherever has opportunity. The City of Mill Creek is no exception.
Appointed to fill a vacancy in 2018, Steckler sees an opportunity to position the City for long-term success while ensuring it grows in the right way. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington. In his free time, he enjoys activities on the water including boating and fishing. He also is active in theater arts.
Term Expiration: December 31, 2025
