A man armed with a gun stole an $11,000 bike from Veloce Velo bike shop at 98 Front Street South in Issaquah on Saturday.
According to King 5 news, an image of the man has been captured on surveillance video.
Council members hope the increased presence of officials will deter break-ins at trailheads.
Victoria Hunt will fill the position held by Bill Ramos, who died unexpectedly in April.
Both directions of traffic will be closed around the clock until June 4.