Utility Board

About

The Mercer Island Utility Board was established in 1971 as an advisory board to the City Council on matters regarding all utilities on the Island.

Meetings

The Utility Board meets, as needed, on the second Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m. Board and Commission meetings are being held in a hybrid format. The public is welcome to join meetings in person at Mercer Island Community & Event Center, 8236 SE 24th Street, Mercer Island, or remotely using Zoom.

Agendas, Minutes, and Videos

Visit the meetings page to view Utility Board meeting agendas, review past meeting minutes, or find links to meeting videos. 

Staff Liaison

Jason Kintner
Chief of Operations
(206) 275-7802
jason.kintner@mercerisland.gov

Membership

Seven residents comprise the board which is staffed by the Finance and Public Works Departments. Members are appointed by the City Council to four year terms running June 1-May 31. A City Councilmember also serves as liaison to the group. 

Utility Board members should have an interest in City-operated utilities as well as private utilities. Some understanding of rate setting, utility infrastructure or administration is desirable.

Click HERE for an application to serve on the Utility Board.

Members