Hawthorne Hall fiasco, what you need to know
Kudos to the shrewd local businessman who paid $500,000 to purchase from the city a pristine real estate parcel—Hawthorne Hall—zoned single family and appraised at $830,000. He acted to pursue his vision for the city’s property. Shame to my four fellow councilmembers and the mayor for this tone deaf and fiscally derelict decision to execute […]
Mukilteo Long-Range Financial Planning Committee seeking applicants
MUKILTEO—The City of Mukilteo is pleased to announce the formation of a Long-Range Financial Planning Committee and is inviting Mukilteo residents to apply for three volunteer positions on the Committee. The Committee, comprised of three City Councilmembers, three Mukilteo resident volunteers, and three administration staff members, will play a role in shaping the City’s financial […]
Mukilteo EMS Levy heads to voters for the August Primary election
MUKILTEO—The Mukilteo City Council passed a resolution at its Business Meeting on April 15 placing an emergency medical services (EMS) levy renewal on the August primary election ballot. The purpose of the ballot proposition is to restore funding for EMS to the previously voter-approved amount of $0.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value. “EMS is […]
Vote on New Mukilteo EMS Levy ballot measure with councilmembers vying for committee seats
MUKILTEO—For its Business Meeting at 6 p.m., Monday, April 15, the Mukilteo City Council is expected to vote on whether to proceed with adding a ballot measure to the August 6, 2024, Primary Election for a permanent EMS Levy Lid Lift at a levy rate of $0.50 per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation, starting in 2025. The current […]
Mukilteo 2024 State of the City address, February 28
MUKILTEO—Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine will deliver his 2024 State of the City Address on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. at Rosehill Community Center. Hosted by the Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce, the event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged but not required. Mayor Marine will present the State of the […]
Mukilteo to hold Sign Code Public Hearing and revisits Hawthorne Hall
MUKILTEO—The City of Mukilteo, at its 6 p.m., Business Meeting on Tuesday, January 16, will hold two public hearings, one on the City’s controversial sign code changes and the other to amend the zoning code to allow Food trucks in business and residential areas. The council will also discuss/vote on the reconsideration of the previously […]
Mukilteo city staff spotlight: City Administrator Steve Powers
MUKILTEO—As City Administrator for the City of Mukilteo, Steve Powers serves as Mayor Joe Marine’s second-in-command, overseeing the City’s daily operations, and implementing policy direction established by the Mayor and City Council. Powers began his career in local government the October of 1990, working for the city of Pheonix, Arizona, in a variety of roles […]
Mukilteo holding two virtual open houses on the Surface Water Comprehensive Plan Update
Mukilteo, Wash., October 22, 2023—The City of Mukilteo is holding two virtual open houses on the Surface Water Comprehensive Plan Update. The updated plan has been in development for the past year, and the City is interested in sharing a progress update and getting feedback from the public. The plan will provide a road map […]
Letter-to-Editor: Mike Dixon, the ideal choice for Mukilteo City Council
I am writing to express my wholehearted support the candidacy of Mike Dixon for Mukilteo City Council Position 5. In this pivotal time for our community, it is essential to have leaders who bring a combination of diverse experiences, a commitment to service, and a sincere dedication to improving our city’s quality of life. Mike […]
Mukilteo to hold Open House on September 26 for South Mukilteo Park Project
MUKILTEO, Wash., September 11, 2023—The City of Mukilteo is seeking your vision, ideas, and input on the proposed design and features for South Mukilteo Park (also known as Harbour Pointe Village Park). An open house will be held on Tuesday, September 26, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Mukilteo City Hall located at 11930 Cyrus Way. The […]
