Mil Creek honors longtime public works director Mike Todd with proclamation and tributes

The Mil Creek City Council on May 12 issued a proclamation recognizing Mike Todd for more than four decades of service to the city, and council members offered personal tributes at a brief presentation and photo event.

Mayor Stephanie Vignell read the proclamation noting Todd’s service on local boards and committees, his election to council in 2005, tenure as mayor in 2010 and later transition to director of public works. The proclamation credited Todd with leading public-works operations through significant challenges and “giving all residents what they need to live in a clean, safe, and well-maintained community.”

Multiple council members and residents recalled Todd’s mentorship and everyday commitment. Council member Cavaleri said she had relied on Todd’s experience when she first entered local government, calling him “an absolute historical encyclopedia” who taught elected officials composure during debate. Council member Steckler described Todd’s long community involvement and said he’d been an early supporter when Steckler sought appointment to council.

Former Mayor Brian Holtzclaw and others described seeing Todd out early at work and credited him with institutional knowledge that helped the council and staff when materials were not yet finalized. The council then gathered for photos with Todd and his family.

The ceremony also included a proclamation designating National Public Works Week (May 17–23, 2026), which Mayor Vignell read, highlighting the role of public works employees in maintaining infrastructure and community well-being.

The presentation concluded with a brief public comment period that had included residents thanking Todd and recounting his local involvement. Todd did not present policy remarks; the council framed the event as recognition and gratitude ahead of his retirement.