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MILL CREEK, WA. – On Tuesday, September 16, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Mill Creek Police Department responded to a one-vehicle rollover collision in the 3700 block of 146th St SE.  Mill Creek officers arrived, and during their investigation, found that the vehicle had been traveling eastbound on 146th St SE when it failed to negotiate a corner. The driver was found to be under the influence and was arrested and booked into the Snohomish County jail.  No injuries were reported. 
 

With Cascade Stride at the Run of the Mill 5K 🏅 this morning in Mill Creek Town Center - the rain couldn't keep folks away! Congratulations to all who came out to run and to cheer them on! Huge thanks to all the staff, volunteers, and to Mill Creek Police Department and Citizens Patrol for keeping everyone safe!

The Mill Creek City Council met on September 9, 2025, in a hybrid meeting.

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

• Mayor Brian Holtzclaw proclaimed September 15, 2025, through October 15, 2025, as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Mill Creek.
• The Art and Beautification Board presented the 2025 Great Garden Awards.
• Ray Stephanson, the President and CEO of Economic Alliance Snohomish County presented on the organization.
• Detective Sergeant Rod Fleming presented on the Police Department Investigations Division.
• Council voted 6-0 to reappoint David Hambelton to the Design Review Board and to appoint Mark Beales to the Design Review Board.
• Council voted unanimously to amend Chapter 5.04 of Mill Creek Municipal Code (MCMC) relating to business licenses.
• Council voted unanimously to amend MCMC Chapters 10.16 (Bicycles, Skateboards and Similar Devices) and 10.28 (Motorized Foot Scooters and Other Wheeled Devices on Public Roadways).
• Finance Director Irmina Quijote Lumbad provided an overview of Special Purpose District revenue sources.

𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤-𝐨𝐫-𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭! 🚙

Be sure to take time to register your vehicle for Trunk-or-Treat on Main 👻! Select a theme, decorate your trunk, bring your volunteers, and the City supplies the candy.

Make sure you get your registration in to secure your spot, they're filling up quick!

🍫 Apply here!

We currently have openings in our new A.I. Workshop for Wednesdays, September 17th through October 1st!
• A.I. Clarity: Demystifying Artificial Intelligence for Everyday Professionals (Ages 18+) runs from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

To register or learn more, you can find our open A.I. Workshops for Fall 2025 here.

🪷 Kids Yoga and 🥋 Family Martial Arts Are Open for Registration!

We currently have openings in our NEW Kids Yoga (Ages 5-16) classes for Monday, September 15th through October 6th, running from 5:45 p.m. - 6:20 p.m!

We also have openings for a variety of Family Martial Arts classes for Tuesday, September 16th through October 14th:
• Tiny Tigers (Ages 4-6) runs from 5:00 p.m - 5:30 p.m.
• Tiger Kids Beginners (Ages 6.5+) runs from 5:35 p.m - 6:15 p.m.
• Tiger Kids Colored Belts (Ages 6.5+) runs from 5:35 p.m - 6:45 p.m.

To register or learn more, you can find our open yoga and martial arts classes for Fall 2025 here.

We currently have openings in our popular pickleball classes for Thursday, September 4th through 25th at Highlands Park!

• Beginner Pickleball (Ages 16+) runs from 10:00 a.m - 11:30 a.m.
• Intermediate Pickleball (Ages 16+) runs 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

To register or learn more, you can find our open pickleball classes for Fall 2025 here.

The Run of the Mill 5K is Returning to Mill Creek!
After 37 years of history, the Run of the Mill 5K is once again taking place in Mill Creek!

To help ensure a safe and enjoyable event, please note the following temporary road closures:
• Main Street (153rd to 156th): Closed from 5:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Main Street (153rd to 149th St): Closed from 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM
• North Creek Drive (Main Street to Dumas Road): Closed from 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM

Northbound lanes will remain open for emergency vehicles only.

We appreciate your patience and support. Roads will reopen as quickly as possible, and our volunteers will make sure the area is clean and free of trash after the event. Come join the Mill Creek community for this fun, family-friendly tradition! Whether you run, jog, or walk, you’ll be part of building a stronger, more connected community!

The Mill Creek City Council met on September 2, 2025, in a hybrid meeting.

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

• Chief of Police White swore in Officer Joey Odom.
• EvergreenHealth presented on the state of healthcare.
• Detective Chris White presented on the Traffic Safety Unit.
• Mayor Brian Holtzclaw provided an update on Fire Station 76 staffing.
• Council voted 5-1 to authorize the Professional Services Agreement with KPFF Consulting Engineers for the 30% design of the Trillium Boulevard reconstruction project.
• Council voted 6-0 to approve the City’s participation in nine opioid settlement agreements.
• Council voted 6-0 to award the Professional Services Agreement for bid package design for the Catch Basin Repair and Replacement project to Osborn Consulting, Inc.