City of Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet

06/11/2026

Following a nationwide recruitment and competitive interview process, City of Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet announced his selection of Stephen L. Mylett as the next Issaquah Police Department Chief, pending successful completion of background checks and City Council confirmation on June 29.

“I’m excited to bring Steve to Issaquah. With his many years of experience, I’m confident he will do an outstanding job in our community, leading our excellent police department, and working closely with our regional partners,” said Mayor Mullet.

Mylett brings more than 35 years of law enforcement experience to the role, including as Chief of Police for four different communities across the country: Akron, Ohio; Bellevue, Washington; Southlake, Texas; and Worthington, Ohio.

More: bit.ly/43ZmBmD

06/08/2026

I attended the United States Conference of Mayors summer meeting this past weekend in Long Beach. It was a great opportunity to talk to and learn from other mayors and their communities.

I'm pleased to share that the City of Issaquah - was honored for our innovative work on resilience hubs, ways for community members to get electricity and resources during disasters like the bomb cyclone. Bravo to the Issaquah team!

06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month!

06/01/2026

City Council is considering a park bond renewal for the November 2026 ballot that would fund projects included in the City's Park System Plan.

Here are some highlights:
🏓 Add pickleball courts in Central Park
🐕 Create dog park and upgrade playground at Tibbetts Valley Park
🏡 Restore Confluence Park Ek House
🚻 Improve Senator Bill Ramos Memorial Trailhead
🥾 Create new trail corridors on Cougar and Squak Mountains
⚽ Renovate community sports fields

Interested in learning more? Attend 2026 Potential Park Bond Renewal Open House on June 2 at 6 p.m. at Pickering Barn.

05/28/2026

Nominate a Heritage Tree 🌳🌲

Heritage Trees are living landmarks. They connect generations, provide habitat and beauty, and create a distinctive community character.

Heritage Trees reflect important community values because they exhibit one or more of the following characteristics: specimen (exceptional size, age, form or rarity), historic significance, and ecological value.

Have a tree you think should be considered? Use the online form to make your voice heard: bit.ly/nominateheritagetree

05/26/2026

Was honored to speak at Issaquah / Mount Si VFW Post 3436's Memorial Day event yesterday at the Issaquah Senior Center. America is the home of the free because of the brave.

05/22/2026

I want to give an update on Save Issaquah Light Rail. First, thank you to our community for showing up and making your voices heard. The Sound Transit board is meeting on May 28. If you can, I encourage you to show up.

Here in Issaquah we're setting a positive example of creating ways to make light rail work faster and cheaper. City Council passed a resolution saying we want to be a partner to lower costs for permitting light rail infrastructure in Issaquah.

Finally, we are hosting a volunteer recognition event on June 1 at the Issaquah Train Depot from 6-7 p.m. to thank all of you who have played a role in Save Issaquah Light Rail. We hope you can be there!

05/21/2026

Burgermaster will be opening in Issaquah on May 26 and I cannot wait!

05/15/2026

Was so pleased to present the Issaquah Hall of Fame award to such a deserving person.

City of Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet presented the 2026 Hall of Fame award during the 46th Annual Issaquah Community Awards celebration last night.

Members of the Hall of Fame have raised the bar with their inspiring examples of service, leadership, and civic achievements. The award is our community’s top honor.

This year’s winner is Fred Nystrom. Congratulations, Fred, and thank you for all you do for Issaquah!

Read about Fred: bit.ly/495YHJk

05/15/2026