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Posted on: August 18, 2025 | Last Modified on: August 18, 2025

[ARCHIVED] Splash!

Welcome to the city's informational page, Splash! Sit back and take a deep dive into what's going on around the lake. Check back weekly for new updates.

Mayor's Office

Friday, August 22, 2025, 11 am - 1 pm, community members are invited to join Mayor Brett Gailey at the Starbucks (next to MOD Pizza) at Frontier Village in Lake Stevens. Bring your questions or comments and chat over your favorite beverage with the Mayor. It’s a casual setting that provides the perfect opportunity to get to know your Mayor while discussing City-related topics that are important to you.
On August 14, 2025, the City of Lake Stevens had the honor of hosting a Legislative Reception. At the event, we showcased the city’s significant accomplishments and milestones met over the past year, while sharing our vision of what is yet to come for the city of Lake Stevens. We invited valued members from our State and Federal legislators’ offices as well as our local business and non-profit leaders. The city looks forward to continuing to build relationships and engage in legislative advocacy so Lake Stevens can continue to grow and thrive. To view a copy of the Legislative Reception Presentation presented by Mayor Gailey, visit: https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/15196/Legislative-Reception-2025-PP

Human Resources

The city is hiring Police Officers to fill current vacancies and have an expedited hiring process for entry level, entry level advanced, and lateral officers. Lateral police officers are eligible for a hiring bonus up to $25,000 and $5,000 for moving expenses. Apply today at https://wa-lakestevens2.civicplus.com/377/Police-Officer-Testing-Process.
Have you considered improving your problem solving and facilitation skills? The city has a few spots left for the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification fall session. Classes are on Tuesdays from September 16th - December 2nd from 8:30am - 12:30pm. No classes on October 21st and November 11th. What will you get out of the course? You will learn how to identify a problem, understand what is causing it, and improve the way things get done. This course is open to anyone, and it is applicable to work in every industry. Only six spots left! For more information and to register, scan the QR code below or visit: https://lakestevenswa.gov/682/Lean-Six-Sigma-Training

Planning and Community Development

Do you have a critical area near your home projected in an easement? Do you know what permits you may need to maintain a native growth protection area that has blackberries overgrowing into your yard? Check out the educational fact sheet to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/47v6zwxn

Public Works

Did you know there are three separate projects happening in downtown Lake Stevens? This is why you may have noticed different construction crews and timelines.
Let’s break down the projects: 1. Lake Stevens Sewer District completed the gravity main portion of their work downtown earlier this year. They are currently finalizing the design and final construction of the force main portion of the project with upgrades along 20th Street NE. 2. City of Lake Stevens streetscape and road improvement project. The fresh asphalt you may have seen cut is to install decorative crosswalks. This is one of the final steps before completion. Visit https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/655/Main-Street-Improvements for more information. Lake Stevens Sewer District is upgrading a sewer pump station on 20th Street NE and should finish their 20th Street NE infrastructure work soon. Contact the Lake Stevens Sewer District for project updates. Thanks for your patience as these projects wrap up. The end result will be a much-improved downtown for everyone to enjoy.
Have you considered creating a sustainable landscape instead of having a lawn? In partnership with the Snohomish Conservation District, the city is hosting a FREE, virtual webinar to learn about native landscapes. Join us Tuesday, August 19, from 5 - 7 pm. For more information and to register, visit: snocd.org/alternativestolawnwebinar2025
We want to hear from you! Partnering with the Snohomish Conservation District, the city has created a space to engage with residents about Lake Stevens' water quality. Take a survey or join a discussion board to learn, interact, and build community around the lake we all love. Visit: https://lakestevenswa.civilspace.io/en/projects/lake-stevens-water-quality to participant.
Stormwater facility inspections are underway! Help us keep you informed about your stormwater facilities. The city's Environmental Programs team is building a public-facing page to share facility health and maintenance information for stormwater systems in our community. In this first phase, we are collecting up-to-date contact information for Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and private developments responsible for facility maintenance. If you manage or represent a development or HOA, please provide your contact details. This ensures you will receive timely updates about inspections and facility health; maintenance guidance and resources; and notifications about issues that may affect your property. Working together, we can help protect our local waterways and ensure stormwater systems are functioning as intended. Submit your contact information today at: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4f55592a27984c80a6cb46a05a237d42/ For more project information, visit: https://lakestevenswa.civilspace.io/en/projects/public-stormwater-page
Interested in learning about capital projects Lake Stevens is working on? Visit: https://lakestevenswa.gov/476/Capital-Projects. Check back regularly for updates or sign up to be notified when new information is added.

Parks and Recreation

Looking for an event venue? Stop by The Mill Open houses on Thursdays, September 11 and November 13, from 6 - 8 pm. Visit: https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/themillopenhouse for more information.
The Davies Beach boat launch will be closed next Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 1:00 AM - 5:00 PM. A dive team will be on-site performing structural assessment of the dock. During this boat launch closure, the community is invited to use the North Cove boat launch for boating needs. Please note that the Main Street construction projects may cause delays at the North Cove boat launch.
Join us for Movies in the Park on Friday, August 22, 2025, at Lundeen Park. Bring the family and a blanket and join us for pre-movie activities, movies begin at dusk, approximately 30 minutes after event start times. "The Goonies" rated PG; activities begin at 7:45 PM; due to weather delays, this was last year's live action choice. Visit the event page for more information including how to become a vendor or provider at the event. https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/intheparks
Parking will be enforced at North Cove and Davies Beach boat launches; $100 citations will be issued for parking violations. Per LSMC 7.12.090: Failure to display valid permit or receipt for paying day use fees. Cars parked in designated boat trailer stalls. Citations are issued by the Lake Stevens Police Department and directed to the Marysville Court for processing. Citations will be issued for non-payment of fees. Visit the City's boat launch page, https://lakestevenswa.gov/boatlaunch for more information.
Fall is on its way and it’s time to clean out those closets and crannies! Join the city-wide garage sale Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5, 2025, 9 AM - 4 PM. Registration will open on Sunday, September 1 through Thursday, October 2; scan the QR code in the flyer below or visit https://lakestevenswa.gov/GarageSales to register.
The Discover Pass will no longer be accepted at the North Cove boat launch after November 30, 2025. Visit the City's boat launch page for information on which passes are accepted. https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/boatlaunch
With the ongoing construction occurring on Main Street in the North Cove Park area, during summer 2025, there is an increase in traffic congestion and changing traffic detours. To minimize boat launching times, community boaters are encouraged to use the Davies Beach boat launch for water access instead of the North Cove boat launch.
If you have lost an item at a city park, email Parks@lakestevenswa.gov or call (425) 622-9406 to inquire about your item.
Looking for a family friendly way to spend a Saturday? Are you or your child wanting to learn more about joining a Lake Stevens High School group or club? Join us for Going a Viking at Lundeen Park, Saturday, September 20, 2025, 11 AM - 6 PM. Visit our website for past event photos and more! https://lakestevenswa.gov/GoingAViking
Are you looking for volunteer opportunities with the City? We have a variety of positions available for our upcoming events from photography and event stations to runners and customer service. For more details and to sign up, visit https://lakestevenswa.gov/volunteer or email events@lakestevenswa.gov
The city's FREE, family-friendly annual event, HarvestFest, returns to North Cove Park on Halloween, Friday, October 31, from 4 - 7 pm. Mobile food vendors will be available. Free activities include trick-or-treat at the business and community group booths, arts and crafts, and exploring big rig vehicles on Mill Spur. 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM is sensory-friendly hour and at 5:15 PM is the participate in our all-ages costume parade. Stay tuned to the event page as more details become final. https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/harvestfest

Police

Calling all popsicle lovers! Join your Lake Stevens Police Department for a FREE popsicle at Pops with Cops from 1 - 3 pm, at North Cove Park on August 28th. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with delicious treats (while supplies last and get to know your local police department staff.
Get ready for the ultimate battle between your local heroes at the GUNS and HOSES Softball Charity Game! Join us Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 4:00 pm, at the Lake Stevens Community Park for an afternoon of fun and community spirit, while supporting a great cause. We will be collecting soup and cereal donations for the Lake Stevens Community Food Bank. Let’s make a difference in the lives of those struggling with hunger in our community! Come cheer for the Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue and Lake Stevens Police Department as we go head-to-head on the softball field. Let’s hit a home run against hunger together!
Are you curious what your police department does to make the City of Lake Stevens a great place to live and work? The 2025 Citizens’ Academy is a free, 9-week course starting on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. A background check is required for all participants. The deadline to apply is Monday, September 15, 2025. Classes are held at the Lake Stevens Police Department Training Center located at 1825 South Lake Stevens Road. For more information and to download an application, visit: https://www.lakestevenswa.gov/554/Citizens-Academy

In Other News..

The Lake Stevens City Council will take a summer recess from Council Meetings starting July 16 through August 25, 2025. The next City Council meeting is August 26, 2025.
Looking for volunteer opportunities that allow you to support your local community? The city has an account with JustServe.org. This website gives organizations a place to showcase volunteer opportunities for people interested in volunteering. Visit the Lake Stevens Just Serve webpage.

City Meetings