The City of Mukilteo is proud to announce the adoption of the USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53), an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer assigned to Naval Station Everett. On September 2, Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine proclaimed the adoption of the USS John Paul Jones, crew and families, in partnership with the Mukilteo Kiwanis, the South Everett Mukilteo Rotary Club, and the Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce–strengthening ties between the Mukilteo community and the Navy members and their families.
“By adopting the USS John Paul Jones, we are deepening our commitment to our veterans, active-duty personnel, and their families by helping them feel at home in our community,” said Mayor Marine.
Through this partnership, the City of Mukilteo, Mukilteo Kiwanis, South Everett Mukilteo Rotary, and the Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce will participate in events designed to welcome sailors into the community, recognize their service, and strengthen the bond between military personnel and residents.
Mukilteo is proud to join a tradition of cities across the country adopting Navy ships to build bridges between service members and the communities they serve.