Civil Service Commission Meeting of April 9, 2026

The City of Lake Stevens Civil Service Commission held a meeting on April 9, 2026, primarily focused on police department staffing and recruitment updates. The commission approved the minutes from the January 8 meeting and discussed the current status of police officer candidates, including background checks, polygraph tests, and the certification process. The chief of police reported on the number of authorized positions, ongoing field training officers (FTOs), and the eligibility list, which currently has 111 candidates. The commission also noted recent promotions within the police department and emphasized the need to fill officer vacancies. No specific procurement or contracting actions were discussed during this meeting.