Next Election: 2029
Councilmember Sterba serves on the Mukilteo City Council after being elected to a four-year term commencing in 2026.
James is honored to represent the interests of our community and committed to fostering a collaborative, common sense approach to local governance with our residents. With a distinguished career in senior leadership at The Boeing Company, James demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation, collaborative problem solving, and promoting teamwork.
He focuses on fiscal stewardship, public safety, fostering economic growth, protecting the character of our neighborhoods, and ensuring the voices of citizens are heard in government decisions. He believes in transparent governance and actively engages with constituents and local business leaders to address their concerns and aspirations.
Councilmember Sterba holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from The University of Washington, Seattle and a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Outside of his council responsibilities and professional work, James enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters engaging in local activities and exploring the natural beauty of Mukilteo and the Pacific Northwest.
Mukilteo Boards, Commissions & Committees
Outside Boards / Committees:
- Paine Field Airport Commission Liaison