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Project Description: The City of Mercer Island seeks qualifications for the administration of the 2021/2022 Town Center Parking Study. Please see the attached RFP document. Solicited using the MRSC Consultant Roster.

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: 4004 Island Crest Way Deconstruction/Salvage
Project No.: 21-46

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Project Title: Aubrey Davis Park Picnic Shelter Roof Replacement
Bid Number: 22-06
Engineer’s Estimated Cost: $150,000

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 25-37

Although our burglary rate here is comparable to other nearby jurisdictions, MIPD believes that with residents' help it can achieve the lowest burglary rate in the region. Did you know a recent analysis of five years of MIPD crime data revealed some trends and behaviors that may be surprising to some residents:

The following article, “Sisterly Love,” appeared in the July, 2021 issue of “Mercer Island Living.”

The SAIL fitness classes at 10:30 and 12:00 are canceled for 11/28/25.

***LOCATION CHANGE***

On July 1st, the Community Center parking lot will be closed and used for FIFA parking only. The Hopelink Mobile Market will be in the Luther Burbank Park South Parking Lot on this day. The map on the attached flyer shows directions from the normal market location to the July 1 location.

WHEN:  July 1, 2026, 1:00pm-4:00pm

WHERE:  Luther Burbank South Parking Lot 2040 84 Ave SE th Mercer Island, WA 98040

QUESTIONS:  Please call the YFS Confidential Voicemail line at (206) 275-7657

*NOTE: The September meeting of the Senior Support Group is CANCELLED.  The group will meet again on October 23*

A small grind and patch project in the 7500 block of North Mercer Way was completed on July 16, 2020. 

A portion of the eastbound lane was closed for most of the day to do the repair. 

This is one of four road construction project the City is undertaking this summer.

Please contact Clint Morris with questions 206-275-7807. 

Overlay Road Construction at SE 78th Street (84th to 85th Ave) is scheduled for this summer. 

This is one of four road construction projects the City is undertaking this summer.

Please contact Clint Morris with questions 206-275-7807. 

Project Status

Click here for the latest updates on the project.

Project Details/Neighborhood 

Schedule A: West of West Mercer Way near 6110 Block

Schedule B: East of 3990 92nd Place SE

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After more than 18 months of blank walls, artwork returns to the Mercer Island Community and Event Center this October! The Mercer Island Galley reopens with the familiar and truly missed holiday show, presented by Mercer Island Visual Arts League (MIVAL) artists. Enjoy more than forty works by fifteen local artists on display from October 19 to December 17.

Gallery Hours
Tuesday-Thursday, 10 am-7 pm
Friday-Saturday, 10am-5 pm

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To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site on a regular basis. Click here to see status updates.

At its December 6, 2022 regular meeting, the City Council adopted the 2023-2024 Biennial Budget. Scroll to the bottom of the page to select specific budget sections.

​​Project Status

To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site regularly. Click here to see status updates.

​​Project Status

To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site regularly. Click here to see status updates.

Project Details/Neighborhood 

In a disaster, professional responders and resources will be stretched thin and may not be immediately available to provide assistance. The City offers training in basic disaster preparedness and response skills to Mercer Island residents and businesses. The program is known nationally as Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training.

CERT trains and organizes volunteers to assist families, neighbors, co-workers, and other community members during emergencies. Through CERT, participants will learn:

In a disaster, professional responders and resources will be stretched thin and may not be immediately available to provide assistance. The City offers training in basic disaster preparedness and response skills to Mercer Island residents and businesses. The program is known nationally as Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training.

CERT trains and organizes volunteers to assist families, neighbors, co-workers, and other community members during emergencies. Through CERT, participants will learn:

The City will advocate during the 2026 Legislative Session on the following issues: 

Support for Safe Use of E-Bikes and E-Motorcycles/E-Dirt Bikes

The City supports the use of regulatory and law enforcement strategies to promote the safe and appropriate use of e-bikes and e-motorcycles/e-dirt bikes.

What an incredible turnout for this year’s Summer Celebration! Please view the slideshow for pictures from a wonderful day filled with community spirit, from the classic parade and live music to the delicious food and spectacular fireworks.

A massive THANK YOU to everyone who attended, and to the amazing partners who made it all possible:

Project Title: Water Distribution SCADA Equipment Replacement
Project No. 21-01
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $329,000 - $465,000
Awarded: Bainbridge Island Electric
www.mercerisland.gov/water21-01

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Notice is hereby given that the City of Mercer Island is soliciting proposals to conduct a needs assessment for an anticipated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software replacement, draft a Request for Proposals (RFP) for ERP replacement, and client-side project management during implementation of the new ERP.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 2021-07

Notice is hereby given that the City of Mercer Island (City) is announcing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified consultants to provide professional services in performing and completing On-Call Traffic Engineering Services for the City’s engineering team.

The City of Mercer Island (“City”) is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a Classification and Compensation Study to examine and evaluate the City’s current salary schedule for non-represented employees, develop a classification system for all positions, and recommend improvements or changes to be implemented. 

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: 21-11 Reservoir Improvements
Project No: 21-11
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $60,000 - $85,000

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 21-22

Notice is hereby given that the City of Mercer Island (City) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified engineering firms to provide professional services for assessment of the City’s reservoir booster pump station equipment, specifically the pump and motor assemblies, and prepare a design addressing any improvements. The complete RFQ can be downloaded at www.mercerisland.gov/rfps.

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Project Title: 2021 Arterial and Residential Street Overlays

Bid Number: 21-25

Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $1,175,000 to $1,275,000

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Project Title: Sub-Basin 42 Watercourse Stabilization Project
Bid Number: 21-27
Engineer’s Estimated Cost:  $264,000
http://www.mercerisland.gov/storm21-27

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 21-30

Project Description:
The City of Mercer Island is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified architectural firms to assist in space planning and design at Mercer Island City Hall (“City Hall”) and the Luther Burbank Administrative Building (“Admin Building”). Other facilities may be included as the City begins to restore services following the Pandemic.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 21-35

Notice is hereby given that the City of Mercer Island (City) is announcing a Request for
Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified
engineering consultants to provide professional services in performing and completing
the Island Crest Way Corridor Safety Analysis.

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 21-45

Notice is hereby given that the City of Mercer Island (City) has issued a Request for
Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified engineering firms to assist with a design for replacing
the permanent backup generator and associated appurtenances, located in an
underground vault, at the First Hill Booster Pump Station. The complete RFQ can be
downloaded at www.mercerisland.gov/rfps.

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: Roadside Shoulder Improvements West Mercer Way Phase 3
Project No: 22-01
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $420,00-$490,000

www.mercerisland.gov/street22-01

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title:  2022 Street Related Utility Improvements
Project No:  22-03
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $480,000 - $530,000

www.mercerisland.gov/street22-03

Method of Bid Solicitation:  MRSC Small Public Works Roster in accordance with RCW 39.04.155. 

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Project Title:    East and West Mercer Way Trenchless Culvert Replacement Project
Bid Number:    22-13
Engineers Estimated Cost : $120,000

City of Mercer Island

State and Federal Lobbyist 

Request for Proposals (RFP) # 22-15

Date of Release: April 22, 2022

RFP Submissions Due: Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 5:00 pm PST

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City of Mercer Island
 

Project Title: City Hall Lobby Renovations
Bid Number: 22-18
Engineer’s Estimated Cost: $322,000 (excludes WSST)

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Project Title:    Sunset Hwy & 77th Ave SE Intersection Improvements
Bid Number:    22-23
Engineers Estimated Cost: $985,000

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: Reservoir Standby Generator Replacement
Project No.: 22-25
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $1,000,000 - $1,250,000.

Proposals Due: January 17, 2023
Contact: Merrill Thomas-Schadt, merrill.schadt@mercergov.org

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: Sewer SCADA Systems Replacement
Bid Number: 22-31
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $2,168,000 - $3,060,000

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: Basin40 CIPP Sewer Lining Project – Phase 1

Bid Number: 22-33

Engineer’s Estimated Cost (range): $600,000 to 750,000

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: Luther Burbank South Shoreline Restoration
Bid Number: 22-35
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $315,000-385,000

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Project Title: North and South Reservoir Improvements
Bid Number: 22-40, Project Number WU0103
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $5.0 M to $5.8 M

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Project Title: Basin 61 Sewer Pipe Upsizing Project
Bid Number: 23 03
Engineer's Estimated Cost (range): $700,000 to 850,000

Method of Bid Solicitation:  MRSC Small Public Works Roster in accordance with RCW 39.04.155. 

Contacts: Sam Harb, Parks Operations Manager, sam.harb@mercerisland.gov

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City of Mercer Island

Project Title: 2023 Residential Street Overlays
Bid Number: 23-16
Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $950,000 to $1,050,000

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City of Mercer Island

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Mercer Island, Washington is requesting bid proposals for:

Pump Station 10 Access Road Improvements

Project No. 23-24.

2023 Sewer Root Control Services

Project No. 23-26

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City of Mercer Island

The City of Mercer Island has determined that the use of the Job Order Contracting system benefits the public by providing an effective means of reducing total lead-time, facilitating collaboration between the Contractor and design team, and reducing cost for public works projects. Through the use of Contract Construction Task Catalog® and Job Orders, time consuming, costly aspects of traditional public works processes can be eliminated.

23-31 RFQ - Sub-basin 46.3a Watercourse Stabilization Design

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Engineers Estimated Cost (range): $510,000 to $560,000

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**REVISED BID OPENING**

City of Mercer Island

Project Title: Booster Pump Station Upgrades

Project Number: 24-03

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City of Mercer Island

Engineers Estimated Cost: $850,000 to $1,050,000

METHOD OF BID SOLICITATION:  MRSC Small Public Works "Storm Drainage Facility Construction, Repair and Maintenance" and "Water Facility Construction, Repair and Maintenance” Roster in accordance with RCW 39.04.155. 

PROJECT INFORMATION

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Project Title: Island Crest Way Crosswalk Improvements
Bid Number: 24-14
Engineers Estimated Cost: $1,150,000

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: 24-16

CANCELLED

PD Modular Building Site Development

Project No. 24-18

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Project Title: 2024 Water System Improvements
Bid Number: 24-22
Engineers Estimated Cost: $3,700,000 to $4,300,000

Contact: Chris Marks, Utilities Engineer, chris.marks@mercerisland.gov

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Engineers Estimated Cost: $1,650,000

METHOD OF BID SOLICITATION:  MRSC Small Public Works" Engineering Services” and “Environmental Consulting” Roster in accordance with RCW 39.04.155. 

METHOD OF BID SOLICITATION: MRSC Small Works "Parking lots and Paving"; Trails and Walking Paths”, and with the matching sub-categories "Trails construction and/or rehab”, Roster in accordance with RCW 39.04.155.

As of July 1, 2024, all businesses must be registered in the agency work categories Prior to advertisement to be eligible to bid. 

The City of Mercer Island Community is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide for “on-call” services at the City’s discretion for environmental review and arborist review support services. The selected firms should have expertise in identifying critical areas, determining their presence or absence, and evaluating development proposals in regions where critical areas or other sensitive environmental features are present, and arborist review support services. The ideal firm will have experience providing these services to similar local agencies.

METHOD OF BID SOLICITATION:  MRSC Consulting “Design and Planning” and “Environmental Consulting” and with the matching sub-categories of “Electrical Transportation Systems”, “Electrical Vehicle Site Assessment”, “Sustainability planning” Roster in accordance with RCW 39.04.155. 

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: RFQ No. 24-47

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: RFQ No. 25-02

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 25-07

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 25-15

Bid/RFP Status: Open 

RFQ Submittal Due: Wednesday, April 30th, 5pm (PST)

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: RFQ No. 25-29

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 25-39

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND 
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS No. 25-44

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 25-48

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Project Title:     First Hill Booster Station Generator Replacement
Bid Number: 25-55
Engineers Estimated Cost: $734,000

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: RFP No. 25-60

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: RFP No. 26-06

​​Project Status

To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site on a regular basis. For up to date information, please refer to the Status Updates Section below.

Project Details/Neighborhood 

​​Project Status

To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site on a regular basis. Click here to see status updates.

Project Details/Neighborhood 

• 80th Avenue SE between SE 30th and SE 32nd Streets.

​Background

As the City's response to the November 19, 2024 wind storm continues, Mayor Nice and Deputy Mayor Rosenbaum released a joint statement to the community: 

Mercer Island Residents, 

As our community continues to recover from the recent storm - one of the most challenging since our last major windstorm in 2006 - we want to acknowledge the hardship many of you have faced. 

February 3, 2022

To:

Lisa Wellman
Senator

Tana Senn
Representative

My-Linh Thai
Representative

I am writing today on behalf of Mercer Island's more than 25,000 residents. As the elected representatives for Mercer Island, I hope you thoroughly and carefully consider the concerns expressed in this letter.

Spring is upon us, and like many of you, my family and I are beginning to turn our attention to the warmer months ahead. We find ourselves filled with anticipation about spring vegetable garden planting, summer bike rides, the numerous lake activities we all love, and the return of Seafair and the tradition of Mercer Island's own Summer Celebration! 

While we shift our focus to the future, I want to take a moment to reflect on the accomplishments of the City Council and the work the City of Mercer Island has done on behalf of Islanders this past four months.  

Apr 29, 2020 - A Message From City Manager Jessi Bon:

Mercer Island Community,
Today, I regrettably share with the Mercer Island community that I have implemented a number of workforce reductions in response to revenue shortfalls resulting from the impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic. This unparalleled situation has led to very difficult and painful actions that deeply affect staff and residents alike. The decisions I’ve made over these past two months are choices no City Manager ever wants to face.

March 29, 2023 

At the upcoming Mercer Island City Council meeting on April 4, my office will recommend to the City Council that the City of Mercer Island formally explore the adoption of a regional fire services model by seeking proposals from the City of Bellevue and Eastside Fire & Rescue to provide fire services on Mercer Island.

March 6, 2024

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that both prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in the mainstream of American life. The City of Mercer Island develops its buildings and infrastructure to meet these standards and, where possible, update facilities to meet these standards. 

Considered a Substantial Residential Project: May require an Intake Screening prior to review.

Community Planning and Development administrators are sometimes required to interpret the City's development codes in order to provide clarification. Please see the following administrative interpretations for additional information.

The following administrative services are offered by the Mercer Island Police Department:

May 10, 2023 - WSDOT is conducting several necessary I-90 ramp closures that will impact traffic flow on Mercer Island. These closures are in close sequence throughout this month:

The U.S. Congress signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990, and it went into effect in 1992. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in access to jobs, public accommodations, government services and programs, public transportation, and telecommunications. 

November 29, 2023 - Earlier this year, the City Council voted to permanently close City Hall. City staff, the City Council, and outside experts have since been hard at work planning for a solution to the City Hall closure, as part of the City’s existing Long Range Facility Planning process. 

Annual Advisory Boards & Commissions Recruitment - Your Community needs you!

Serve on a City Advisory Board or Commission!

Considering applying to serve on a Mercer Island advisory board or commission? The annual recruitment for these positions has been extended and is open now through May 9, 2025.

Join EarthCorps and the City of Mercer Island in celebrating Arbor Day!

We will be planting and restoring a native forest in Upper Luther Burbank Park.

No experience necessary, but registration is required, and space is limited! Register here: Volunteer Event - EarthCorps

We'll be meeting at the park entrance closest to SE 32nd St and 84th Ave SE.

Approximate meeting address: 3219 SE 32nd St

Celebrate Arbor Day with Mercer Island

We’re celebrating our 6th year as a Tree City with our annual Arbor Day planting event! Come plant trees and shrubs in Mercerdale Park to enhance the forest buffer and start the next generation of trees. Get your hands in the dirt, celebrate the trees of the city, work alongside neighbors and friends, and eat snacks! No experience necessary; gloves and tools are provided.

March 14, 2024 - Two suspects were arrested today, March 14, in connection to the homicide of missing Mercer Island resident Curtis Engeland. Both suspects were located and taken into custody in southern California on suspicion of defrauding and then killing the 74-year-old. The full investigation remains ongoing and additional updates will be provided when appropriate. 

The City programs and maintains two galleries on Mercer Island. The Mercer Island Gallery is located inside the Mercer Island Community & Event Center and mounts several exhibits per year. The Greta Hackett Outdoor Sculpture Gallery is located in Town Center and features both works from the City’s public art collection and sculptures for sale. Proceeds from art sales benefit City arts and culture programs.

The City collaborates with local artists, community organizations, and others to provide opportunities for Mercer Island residents to engage with arts, culture, and creativity. From art galleries to concerts in the park, there are many ways for you, your family, and friends to experience art on the Island. 

The Mercer Island Arts Council was established in 1985. Its mission is to nurture, promote, and support high-quality arts & culture activities for the community. Click here to learn more.

The Mercer Island Arts Council meets at 6:30 pm on the second Wednesday of the month at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. View meeting Agendas and Minutes here. 

The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and saved on the City’s YouTube Channel.

The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and saved on the City’s YouTube Channel.

April 19, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom as well as recorded and posted on the City's YouTube Channel.

Virtual Meeting Notice

The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and saved on the City’s YouTube Channel.

The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and saved on the City’s YouTube Channel.

The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and saved on the City’s YouTube Channel.

The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and saved on the City’s YouTube Channel.

Jan 30 - Notice is hereby given that the Arts Council Regular Meeting on April 16, 2025, is canceled.

Notice:

April 19, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom as well as recorded and posted on the City's YouTube Channel.

Oct 17 - Notice is hereby given that the Mercer Island Arts Council will hold a Special Hybrid Meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The Special Hybrid Meeting will be held in the Slater Room Council Chambers at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island, WA 98040, and via Zoom.

May 30 – Notice is hereby given that the Arts Council will hold a Special Hybrid Meeting on Monday, June 17, 2024. The meeting will begin at 5:30 PM. It will be held in the Slater Room Council Chambers at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St, Mercer Island, WA 98040, and online via Zoom.

October 19 - Notice is hereby given that the Mercer Island Arts Council will hold a special video meeting on October 25, 2023 at 6:30pm via Zoom.

NOTICE:

NOTICE OF CANCELATION – Arts Council – Feb 18

February 10 - Notice is hereby given that the Special Hybrid Arts Council Meeting on February 18, 2026, is canceled. The next regular meeting will be April 15, 2026, at 5:30pm.

Notice:

Notice is hereby given that the Arts Council Special Meeting of November 10, 2020 is canceled. The next meeting will be a Regular Meeting and is scheduled for Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 6:30 PM

NOTICE:

• Arts Council Email, November 9, 2020
• Arts Council Calendar, November 9, 2020
• Agenda Email Distribution List, November 10, 2020
• Website News, November 9, 2020

December 7, 2021 -The Arts Council Video Meeting will meet on December 8, 2021 at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and uploaded to the City Council’s YouTube Channel within approximately 24-48 hours.

CITY OF MERCER ISLAND
NOTICE OF ARTS COUNCIL REGULAR VIDEO MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the Arts Council will hold a Regular Video Meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 6:30 PM.

May 10, 2021 -The Arts Council Video Meeting will meet on May 12, 2021 at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and uploaded to the City Council’s YouTube Channel within approximately 24-48 hours.

Registering to Speak: Individuals wishing to speak live during Public Appearances will need to register their request with Sarah Bluvas at 206.275.7864 and leave a message before 4 PM on the day of the meeting. Please reference "Appearances" on your correspondence. Each speaker will be allowed three (3) minutes to speak.

July 9, 2021 -The Arts Council Video Meeting will meet on July 14, 2021 at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and uploaded to the City Council’s YouTube Channel within approximately 24-48 hours.

The Arts Council Video Meeting will meet on March 10, 2021 at 6:30 PM. The meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and uploaded to the City Council’s YouTube Channel within approximately 24-48 hours.

1/13 Update - Due to widespread power outages on the Island, the January 13 Arts Council meeting has been canceled and will be rescheduled.

NOTICE OF ARTS COUNCIL VIDEO MEETING
The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and uploaded to the City’s YouTube Channel within approximately 24-48 hours.

Feb 3, 2021 - NOTICE OF ARTS COUNCIL VIDEO MEETING
The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded and uploaded to the City’s YouTube Channel within approximately 24-48 hours.

Mercer Island has a variety of grass and synthetic turf multi-use athletic fields serving resident and regional programming. The Parks and Recreation Department strives to maximize the use of all athletic field venues, while preserving the park assets. Field allocation prioritizes in-season sports, on-Island users, and recreation-based youth programs.

All City field usage is scheduled though the Mercer Island Parks and Recreation Department. Please view the documents at the bottom of the page for reservation guide, fees and application.

The City provides an array of athletic fields, sport courts, and other areas for active recreation across Mercer Island parks. Facilities are available for:

Project Details/Neighborhood 

• Aubrey Davis Park/Lid Park, from 60th to 76th

​Background

​​Project Status

To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site on a regular basis. Click here to see status updates.

​​Project Status

To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site on a regular basis. Click here to see status updates.

Bat and Beaver Night

We will spend the first portion of the evening looking for beavers, and discussing the crucial role they play in our local ecosystems. We will then spend time learning about the bats in our region before participating in the Woodland Park Zoo's Bat Activity Trends (BAT) community science program!

Join us for our last BAT Night of 2026! At this family friendly night of community science, you’ll learn all about our local bat populations and participate in the Bat Activity Trends (BAT) project. This community science program helps to track bat activities in parks across the region. Be prepared to explore the park just after sunset and help make counts on these fascinating flying friends!

BAT Night with Woodland Park Zoo 

Join us for a fun night of community science. We’ll be learning all about our local bat populations and then participating in the Bat Activity Trends (BAT) project. This community science program helps to track bat activities in parks across the region. Be prepared to explore the park just after sunset and help make counts on these fascinating flying friends!

BAT Night Ellis Pond

Have you ever wanted to learn more about bats?

BAT Observation Kick off Event!

Join us in Luther Burbank Park for a fun night of community science. We’ll be learning all about our local bat populations and then participating in the Bat Activity Trends (BAT) project. This community science program helps to track bat activities in parks across the region. Be prepared to explore the park just after sunset and help make counts on these fascinating flying friends!

8/26 BAT Night Rotary Park

Have you ever wanted to learn more about bats?

September 9, 2022 - The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and local partners are warning about new forms of fentanyl that have begun circulating in Washington targeted towards children and young adults. These versions of the drug are formulated in brightly colored pills, powders, and blocks that have been termed "rainbow fentanyl" in many media reports.

July 10, 2023 - City of Mercer Island Emergency Management and Police personnel will be conducting training and emergency drills at Mercer Island High School on Tuesday, July 11 and Wednesday, July 12.

There will be numerous police and emergency personnel and vehicles on the MIHS campus all day on both Tuesday and Wednesday.

These drills are part of a continuing partnership between the City, Police Department, and the School District on programs and initiatives involving the safety and security of our students, staff, and buildings.

Join the Emerald Ash Borer Community Science Project

The Mercer Island Police implemented a bicycle patrol in 1993 and it currently consists of one supervisor and eight officers.
 
There is one police bicycle instructor, certified by the Law Enforcement Bicycle Association (LEBA), who conducts the initial 35 plus hours training course and training updates. Officers must pass a written test and cycling tests which include numerous agility maneuvers, tactical dismounts, ascending and descending stairways, firearms, and police tactical procedures.
 

Since 2004, the City has conducted a biennial community survey to track customer satisfaction with City services, to identify resident priorities, and to get input on significant community issues. Through 2016, the survey was conducted by telephone (by EMC, Inc) with 300-400 randomly-selected Island residents of all ages. In 2018, the survey was conducted by mail (by ETC Institute). No survey was conducted in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Mercer Island Bike Skills Area (BSA) is a new skill-building course for riders of all ages. Designed by American Ramp Company, the BSA includes beginner and intermediate bike trails with jumps and other features, as well as a bicycle playground area for less-experienced riders. 

Join us for a virtual community meeting to discuss the revised conceptual design and provide feedback.

Review and provide feedback on the updated draft of the 30% design for a new Bike Skills Area facility. The meeting will include a presentation and breakout sessions. 

Meet friends and neighbors at the park from 3:00pm to 4:30pm, and enjoy light refreshments, a ribbon cutting, and more.

The weather looks great, so make sure to bring your bike to try out the new course after the ribbon cutting. (Helmets and other safety equipment strongly encouraged.)

Friday, May 15, is Bike to Work Day, a nationwide event that encourages people to ditch their cars for a day and experience the joy of commuting to work or school on two wheels. Traveling by bike provides a host of benefits, including reduced pollution from tailpipe emissions for communities and the ability to save money on gas and become healthier for riders.   

Join us for a morning birding walk through Luther Burbank Park, just in time for spring migration. If you’re new to birding, curious about birding in a group, or just want to enjoy the park through a new lens, this is the walk for you!

Join us for a morning birding walk through Luther Burbank Park, just in time for spring migration. If you’re new to birding, curious about birding in a group, or just want to enjoy the park through a new lens, this is the walk for you!

The City of Mercer Island and the MI Chamber of Commerce have partnered with Bloodworks Northwest to organize another Blood Drive on Monday, Jan. 5, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the MI Community and Event Center. Your blood donations save lives by helping patients needing surgery, cancer treatment, transfusions for blood loss, and for many other conditions.

Visit bloodworksNW.org/giveblood to book your one hour appointment.

Appointments are required for the best possible donation experience. Same-day appointments available at many locations. Photo ID required.

For safety, we kindly request no visitors under 16. Eat a hearty meal and drink plenty of fluids prior to donation.

Visit bloodworksNW.org/GiveBlood to book your one hour appointment today!

Photo ID and appointments required. 

All donations will go to local patients in local hospitals. 

Sip 'n' Socialize at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center!

Enjoy FREE coffee & tea and catch up with old friends or new acquaintances. No need to register, just show up, join us for a warm cup of joe, and start your day in a wonderful way. 

For more information on current programs and offerings, visit our Recreation page.

Sip 'n' Socialize at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center!

Enjoy FREE coffee & tea and catch up with old friends or new acquaintances. No need to register, just show up, join us for a warm cup of joe, and start your day in a wonderful way. 

For more information on current programs and offerings, visit our Recreation page.

Sip 'n' Socialize at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center!

Enjoy FREE coffee & tea and catch up with old friends or new acquaintances. No need to register, just show up, join us for a warm cup of joe, and start your day in a wonderful way. 

For more information on current programs and offerings, visit our Recreation page.

Sip 'n' Socialize at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center!

Enjoy FREE coffee & tea and catch up with old friends or new acquaintances. No need to register, just show up, join us for a warm cup of joe, and start your day in a wonderful way. 

For more information on current programs and offerings, visit our Recreation page.

Sip 'n' Socialize at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center!

Enjoy FREE coffee & tea and catch up with old friends or new acquaintances. No need to register, just show up, join us for a warm cup of joe, and start your day in a wonderful way. 

For more information on current programs and offerings, visit our Recreation page.

Sip 'n' Socialize at the Mercer Island Community & Event Center!

Enjoy FREE coffee & tea and catch up with old friends or new acquaintances. No need to register, just show up, join us for a warm cup of joe, and start your day in a wonderful way. 

For more information on current programs and offerings, visit our Recreation page.

The BMX Community Meeting scheduled for Saturday, February 6, at Upper Luther Burbank Park has been canceled.  Due to COVID-19 safety concerns, the City will reschedule the meeting through the online video conferencing platform  Zoom.

This will allow the City to safely welcome a larger number of participants in accordance with the State’s Phase 2 – Healthy Washington guidelines that went into effect on Feb 1.

Annual Recruitment - Your Community needs you!

February 2 - The City Council is recruiting for vacant positions on the Arts Council and Open Space Conservancy Trust, and you can join! There are two positions being recruited for.

The City of Mercer Island has five advisory boards and commissions that advise the City Council, including:

• Mercer Island Arts Council
• Open Space Conservancy Trust
• Parks & Recreation Commission
• Planning Commission
• Utility Board

City Council appoints applicants each May to vacant or expiring positions. Applications for appointment are only accepted during an open recruitment. 

The Marine Patrol unit promotes boating safety and education in all facets of their work: boating enforcement contacts, educational literature, boating safety inspections, public presentations and special events.

​​Project Status

To help keep area residents informed of our construction progress, we will post project updates to this site on a regular basis. Click here to see status updates.

The Building Team consists of the Building Official, Building Plans Examiners and Building Inspectors reviewing construction projects for compliance with adopted building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy and accessibility codes. Our experienced staff includes licenses, degrees, and certifications in engineering, architecture, electrical journeyman, building, mechanical, and plumbing fields.

The following links to incentives and rebates may be applicable to your project:

Each permit type administered by Community Planning and Development will have a threshold for when a permit is required. The threshold for when a building permit is required can be complicated, so feel free to reach out to staff for your specific situation.

In order to maximize transit efficiency and reduce air pollution and traffic congestion, current Sound Transit plans call for its regional buses that currently traverse the floating bridge to/from Seattle to terminate at the South Bellevue Park-and-Ride. A few Metro routes will continue to serve the MI Park-and-Ride.  At both facilities, passengers will transfer to/from light rail that will serve Seattle and Bellevue.

All entities engaging in business within City of Mercer Island limits are required to obtain a license from the City. For a definitions and exemptions, see Mercer Island City Code 5.01.035.

Add Mercer Island as an endorsement to your WA State Business License.

The site of the original East Seattle dock, Calkins Landing is a developed street end that provides great waterfront access and an accessible picnic area.

There is no specified starting date for posting campaign signs. Here are some sign placement tips:

Given the surge in COVID-19 cases across the Puget Sound region, all volunteer events are canceled through the end of the month. Although strong safety protocols were in place, the City has determined that there is no way to conduct the volunteer event while isolating participants by household. 

For more information click here.

UPDATE: Given the surge in COVID-19 cases across the Puget Sound region, the City made the difficult decision to cancel the IlluMInate MI volunteer event scheduled for Saturday, November 14. Although strong safety protocols were in place, the City has determined that there is no way to conduct the volunteer event while isolating participants by household. We have revised installation plans to ensure IlluMInate MI will still happen! City crews will perform the installation following all COVID safety protocols and guidelines.

After Ludwig van Beethoven’s death, his assistant Anton Schindler attempts to discover the true identity of the “immortal beloved” addressed in three letters from the late composer’s estate. Gary Oldman portrays the infamous composer in this semi-biographical account of Beethoven’s life.

Click here to watch the movie trailer.  

The Caregiver Support Group (formerly known as the Senior Support Group) is a free support group for spouses and partners of those with dementia.  Group meetings will be held on the following dates from 10:30am to noon at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center: 1/28, 2/25, 3/25, 4/22, 5/27, 6/17, 7/22, 8/26, 9/23, 10/28, 11/18, 12/16

The Caregiver Support Group (formerly known as the Senior Support Group) is a free support group for spouses and partners of those with dementia.  Group meetings will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 10:30am to noon at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. 

The group is facilitated by long-time Mercer Island resident Carin Mack, MSW. Carin is a retired geriatric social worker with 40 years of experience, most recently as the Director of the Memory Loss Program at Greenwood Senior Center. Carin is supported by YFS staff.

The Caregiver Support Group (formerly known as the Senior Support Group) is a free support group for spouses and partners of those with dementia.  Group meetings will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 10:30am to noon at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. 

The group is facilitated by long-time Mercer Island resident Carin Mack, MSW. Carin is a retired geriatric social worker with 40 years of experience, most recently as the Director of the Memory Loss Program at Greenwood Senior Center. Carin is supported by YFS staff.

The 520 sq. ft. catering kitchen is complete with ice-maker, convection oven, cook top, refrigerator, freezer, steamer and restaurant-style dish washing station. The kitchen can be rented for a minimum of five hours and may be rented up to two hours in advance of your room rental.

January 17, 2025 - Late last week, the Mercer Island Police Department asked the public’s help to identify two suspects in connection with the January 1, 2025 vandalism at Islander Middle School involving antisemitic and racist symbols and phrases. Tips and information led to the identification of both suspects.

March 13, 2024 - Mercer Island Police Chief Ed Holmes announced he will be retiring from the Mercer Island Police Department on June 14, 2024, after 30 years of service – 18 of them as Chief. He will continue to lead the department and serve as Chief until that date.

City Manager Jessi Bon will lead a process to select a new chief, working closely with Chief Holmes and City staff on this transition.

Jason served as Mercer Island’s Public Works Director from September 2015 through December 2020 when he was promoted to Chief of Operations. He has been with the City since 2005, serving in various roles including, Parks Maintenance Team Member and Parks Superintendent. Prior to this, Mr. Kintner served as a Management Assistant with the City of Long Beach, California.  In his spare time, Jason enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid sports fan supporting local teams!

Island seniors are invited to join the free Seniors Community Lunch.

Join us for lunch, grab a copy of the May Seniors Rising Newsletter, and connect with neighbors!

Monday, May 11, 2026
11:00AM-1:00PM
Mercer Island Community and Event Center

Serving: Hot dogs, salads, chips, cookies, and refreshments!

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Apr 21, 2020 - At tonight’s City Council Meeting, the State Auditor’s Office (SAO) presented its annual report on the City’s financial statements and book-keeping protocols. In a detailed process that takes several months, all local governments in Washington must be audited annually by the SAO. While the City’s past reports have generated clean audits, this year’s results are mixed.

December 6, 2022 - The City of Mercer Island and Sound Transit announced that both agencies reached an agreement to end current litigation pertaining to the Mercer Island Transit Integration project. This is after several years of legal dispute. The agreement allows both agencies to avoid costly ongoing legal proceedings, including a trial set for early next year. 

May 11, 2021  –  The Mercer Island Thrift Shop – a City-run resale boutique that helps fund critical youth and family programs – welcomes a new transition leader to oversee the recovery of this important community institution. City Manager Jessi Bon announced Sharon Perez as Interim Thrift Shop Administrator, having started on May 10. 

Under Washington State Law, the City Manager presents a balanced annual or biennial budget for the City’s upcoming fiscal period for consideration and adoption by the City Council.

The City of Mercer Island recently wrapped up a four-year effort to modernize its water storage and distribution system. This work, carried out through a series of coordinated projects, has greatly improved resilience and reliability, ensuring high quality water service for Island residents and businesses.

The City of Mercer Island operates under the Council/Manager form of government. In this form, the City Council of seven elected members hires a City Manager to act as Chief Executive of the City. The City Manager reports directly to the Council and carries out their policy directions. Council's vision statement and annual retreat outcomes provide a framework for city operations.

March 14 - Notice is hereby given that the City Council will hold a Special Hybrid Meeting on Thursday,  March 21, 2024 to hold a Joint Meeting with the Mercer Island School Board of Directors. The Special Hybrid Meeting will begin at 5:00 pm in the MISD Administrative Board Room - 4160 86th Avenue Southeast, Mercer Island, WA and via Zoom.

Feb 16, 2021 – At tonight’s meeting, the Mercer Island City Council passed Ordinance No. 21C-02 (effective March 1) creating a new Chapter of the Mercer Island City Code (MICC) relating to the use of public property and prohibiting camping and the storage of personal belongings on all public property.  If no space is available in local shelters at the time, enforcement under the ordinance is suspended for persons experiencing homelessness.

Nov 25, 2019 - At its Tuesday, November 19 meeting, the City Council unanimously endorsed an updated version of a pledge to continue local and regional work on greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction measures. 

June 10, 2020 - In light of the recent protests over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis two weeks ago, the City Council joins with the community in committing to meaningful progress in combating racism, and proclaiming a renewed commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in Mercer Island.  The incident provides yet another example of the important work yet to be accomplished here and across the country.

Each year the City Council holds at least one planning session to discuss its priorities for the upcoming year. At times, the Council has also held a mid-year planning session to check in on the priorities. The Council has been holding annual planning sessions (retreats) since 1987; minutes are provided below from 1997 to the present.

August 28 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

September 25 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

November 13 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

January 11 - The hybrid meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

February 15 - The hybrid meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

March 11 - The hybrid meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

September 13 - The hybrid meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

October 11 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

November 15 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

June 29, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

August 30, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

October 12 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

November 9 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

March 11 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

January 29 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

April 30 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

June 25 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

November 26 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

January 15 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

April 9 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

September 9 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

November 12 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

March 30, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

APRIL 5, 5:58PM - We are experiencing technical difficulties.  The meeting has been recessed for 30 minutes and will begin at approximately 6:25 pm.  Thank you for your patience. 

April 27, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

June 15, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

April 1 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

May 27 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

April 15 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

December 27 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

January 10 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

January 31 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

February 14 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

February 28 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

March 13 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

April 2 -  Due to technical difficulties the City Council Meeting will begin at around 5:05pm. Thank you for your patience. 

March 27 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

April 10 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

May 1 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

May 15 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

June 12 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

July 10 - The hybrid meeting will be live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

March 30, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

December 4 - Notice is hereby given that the Regular Hybrid City Council Meeting of December 17, 2024 is canceled.

The next schedule City Council Meeting is on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 beginning at 5pm. Information on how to join the meeting will be available online on or before January 2, 2025 here: https://www.mercerisland.gov/citycouncil

July 20 - Notice is hereby given that the City Council Meetings of August 1 and 15 are canceled. 

The next scheduled City Council Meeting is on Tuesday, September 5 beginning at 5pm. Information on how to join the meeting will be available online on or before August 30 here:
https://www.mercerisland.gov/citycouncil/page/city-council-special-hybrid-meeting-8

December 6 - Notice is hereby given that the City Council Regular Hybrid Meeting of December 19, 2023 is canceled.

July 20 - Notice is hereby given that the City Council Regular Hybrid Meetings of August 2 and August 16, 2022 are canceled. 

The next scheduled City Council Regular Hybrid Meeting is September 6, 2022 at 5pm at Mercer Island City Hall and via Zoom.  Information on how to join the meeting virtually will be available on or before August 31, 2022 here.

Notice:

March 31 - Notice is hereby given that the Regular Hybrid City Council Meeting of April 1, 2025 is canceled in observance of Councilmember Jake Jacobson's passing. 

February 5 - Notice is hereby given that the Regular Hybrid City Council Meeting of February 18, 2025 is canceled.

The next schedule City Council Meeting is on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 beginning at 5pm. Information on how to join the meeting will be available online on or before February 26, 2025 here: https://www.mercerisland.gov/citycouncil.

December 3 - Notice is hereby given that the Mercer Island City Council Regular Hybrid Meeting of Tuesday, December 16, 2025 has been canceled.

The next scheduled City Council Meeting is on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 beginning at 5:00pm.

July 17 - Notice is hereby given that the City Council Meetings of August 6 and August 20 are canceled.

The next scheduled City Council Meeting is on Tuesday, September 3 beginning at 5pm. Information on how to join the meeting will be available online on or before August 28 here: https://www.mercerisland.gov/citycouncil. 

March 10, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.

May 11, 2022 - The virtual meeting will be broadcast live on MITV Channel 21 and live streamed on the City Council’s YouTube Channel.