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City Council Regular Meeting - 14 July 2026
Published: Jul 14, 2026
Mill Creek Begins Comprehensive Plan Update to Include Climate Element
The City of Mill Creek is undertaking an update to its comprehensive plan to include a new climate element, as mandated by 2023 state legislation. This update will focus on climate resilience and greenhouse gas emission reductions, tailoring goals and policies to the specific needs and desires of Mill Creek and its residents. The project involves community engagement, developing policy actions, and potential revisions to other elements of the comprehensive plan. The timeline for this project extends to June of the following year, with public meetings and hearings scheduled for the winter. Consultants from Kimley Horn and Triangle Associates are leading the effort, with a focus on incorporating community feedback into the plan.
Mill Creek Council Reviews Design Contract Amendment for Silver Crest Drive Reconstruction
The Mill Creek City Council is considering an amendment to the design contract for the Silver Crest Drive reconstruction project. This project aims to address pedestrian priority route gaps identified in the city's comprehensive plan and includes pavement installation, sidewalk construction, dedicated bike lanes, and storm drainage upgrades. The project is being coordinated with Silver Lake Water and Sewer District's pipe replacement project to avoid conflicts and leverage cost savings on paving. The scope covers Silvercrest Drive between 35th and 26th Avenues Southeast, and includes 28th Street Southeast. The current request is to amend the contract with Somas to proceed with final design and bid support (Phase two), which involves completing designs from 60% to 100% and preparing bid documents. This requires an additional $706,628. The total project cost is estimated to be around $1 million, with $700,000 allocated for Phase two. The city has applied for a Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Pedestrian and Bicycle Program grant, with notification expected in September. The council discussed funding availability and the need to advance the design to avoid delaying Silver Lake's project.
Mill Creek Proposes Expansion of Storm Water Pipe Inspection Contract
The Mill Creek City Council is considering an amendment to a contract with Osborne Consulting for storm water pipe inspection and rehabilitation planning. The existing contract scope was for 24,000 linear feet of pipe inspection. The amendment seeks to add an additional 40,000 linear feet, primarily focusing on pipes 18 inches and larger along highways like SR 527 and 132nd Highway. The project involves cleaning pipes, inspecting them via camera, and then developing a plan for necessary repairs or replacement. The city has a $1 million budget for pipe inspection in the 2025-2026 biennium, of which approximately $240,000 has been spent, leaving $660,000 remaining. The amendment requests an increase in compensation, but the exact amount was not clearly stated in the provided text, though it implies a need for additional funds beyond the current remaining budget for this expanded scope. Separate contractor will be needed for traffic control, estimated at $200,000-$300,000, which will require a future budget amendment. The council discussed the project's timing, the need for coordination with highway work, and the funding implications.
Mill Creek Approves Increased Funding for Sidewalk Trip Hazard Repair
The Mill Creek City Council approved an amendment to the contract with Precision Concrete Cutting, Inc., for sidewalk maintenance and repair. The initial contract amount was $525,000 with a $125,000 contingency, totaling $650,000, to address trip hazards. However, a comprehensive citywide assessment revealed a higher number of trip hazards than initially expected. The approved amendment increases the total contract value to $944,506.50 to complete the necessary repairs, which include shaving down hazards up to approximately 2 inches. Work for full panel replacements, considered 'out of scope' for this contract, will be addressed in future contracts, with some emergency repairs already being handled by the city's crew. Funding for this project is available in the Road Improvement Fund 318, with a portion covered by a $350,000 grant. The council emphasized the importance of addressing sidewalk safety issues and ensuring transparency through visualizations of the work completed.
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