Briefs

Voter registration drive under way

A voter registration drive is taking place at the Mill Creek Library, 15429 Bothell-Everett Highway.

For more information, contact Pat Hannifin at 425-481-3948 or via e-mail pat1953@hotmail.com, or Yoshi Shelton via e-mail at yoshiyshelton@gbronline.com.

City seeks EMS levy members

The city of Mill Creek is seeking residents to advocate for or against the Nov. 2 ballot question that if passed, would renew the city’s emergency medical service tax levy.

Interested individuals should submit letters of interest that include their names, telephone numbers, and fax numbers (if available) to the City of Mill Creek, EMS Levy Committee, 15728 Mill Creek Blvd, Mill Creek, WA 98012 no later than Monday, July 26, at 5 p.m.

Individuals must also indicate their support or opposition to the proposition and explain why they are interested in serving as a committee member. Letters may be submitted via e-mail to: Kelly@cityofmillcreek.com or by fax to 425-745-9560, or by mail to the above address.

Each committee will be responsible for writing statements that will appear in the local voters pamphlet (maximum of 250 words) related to the levy. The Council anticipates appointing members during its July 27 meeting.

Skateboard classes are next week

The city of Mill Creek will be holding a beginning skateboard for two days on Monday and Wednesday, July 26 and 28 at the Mill Creek Skate Park, 13903 North Creek Drive, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.

The instructor, Aaron Fox, has been skateboarding for 15 years and performs in skateboard exhibitions around the area.

Cost of the class is $35. Registration forms are available online at www.cityofmillcreek.com or at City Hall, 15728 Mill Creek Blvd. For more information, call 425-745-1891.

Lane closures affect area roads

Two streets outside of the Mill Creek city limits are subject to lane closures through the summer because of construction.

South of the city, one traffic lane on 183rd Street SE just west of the Bothell-Everett Highway is closed so a water main can be installed. The closure will be in effect between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. until Aug. 2.

West of Mill Creek, one lane on 3rd Avenue SE north of 168th Place SE is closed between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. through Aug. 20. That closure, which affects 180 feet of the road, is to allow sewer work to be completed for a subdivision under construction.

Donations needed for Rescue Pup

Rescue Pup, a Mill Creek-based non-profit organization that finds homes for stray sick and injured dogs, regularly needs donations to cover veterinary expenses.

Donations can be made at Pet Pleasers, a non-profit pet supply store the organization operates. Pet Pleasers is located next to Claire’s Pantry at the corner of 9th Avenue SE and 164th Street SE.

For more information, call 425-742-6072.

DARE chocolate shield fund raiser

Mill Creek police are selling police department chocolate shields for $2 to benefit the DARE program.

The shields were made from a mold that was designed with the Mill Creek water wheel and the words “Mill Creek Police.” The shields can be purchased at the police department’s service counter inside City Hall, 15728 Mill Creek Blvd.

Community focus items for Mill Creek and surrounding areas can be sent to millcreek@heraldnet.com, faxed to 425-673-6533 or mailed to 4303 198th St. SW, Lynnwood, WA. 98036, attention John Santana. Deadline is 5 p.m. the Tuesday prior to publication. Include a contact number with area code for publication in the newspaper.