If you've been looking to get involved with city planning and make a tangible impact on the future of Lake Stevens, here's your shot. The city is looking for a new member to fill a mid-term vacancy on its Planning Commission – a role that plays a critical part in shaping local land-use policy. The commission serves as an advisory body to the City Council on a range of issues, including zoning, land use, and the resulting effects on traffic and public safety.
Those interested should be ready for a commitment; the Planning Commission meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 6:00 p.m., with the potential for an additional session on the third Wednesday, applicants need to reside or own property within the City or its urban growth area, and out of the appointed members at least four must be residents of the city itself, this is a chance for you to weigh in on decisions that will affect every citizen in Lake Stevens.
The position is unpaid, but for those looking to give back to their community, it's an opportunity to have a voice in local governance. If you're up for the task, Lake Stevens officials have made the application process straightforward. Forms can be obtained from the City's website, with the option to submit your application via email to [email protected], or for those preferring the analog route, you can drop off your submission at the City Clerk's office or mail it to their post office box.
Remember though, time is ticking; the application deadline is Friday, October 24, 2025 at 5:00 p.m., so if this civic opportunity stirs a sense of duty within you, don't delay. For additional queries or if seeking clarification you can directly reach out to the Deputy Clerk via the same email, and as once published by the City of Lake Stevens, all applications should be in before the cut-off date to be considered for this influential position on the Planning Commission.
