City Council Special Meeting of June 2, 2026

The City Council of Lake Stevens held a special meeting on June 2, 2026, which included discussions on several procurement and budget-related items. The council approved a cost-sharing agreement with Snohomish County and the Department of Natural Resources for high-definition LIDAR data acquisition, with the city’s share amounting to $4,362. Additionally, the council discussed the Winterfest event's tradition of distributing limited-edition ornaments, exploring options to reduce costs by potentially involving Career and Technical Education (CTE) students in ornament production and considering a mixed model of free distribution with optional sales or donations to offset expenses. The meeting also featured a presentation from the Lake Stevens School District’s CTE department highlighting their programs, grant funding, and workforce readiness initiatives, including plans to introduce courses in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The council approved the meeting agenda with amendments and passed the consent agenda without opposition. An executive session was held on litigation and collective bargaining matters, with no actions taken afterward.