Bothell public meetings in 2025

Arts Commission

The regular Bothell Arts Commission meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025 was cancelled. The cancellation was issued because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered or decided.

Civil Service Commission

The Bothell Civil Service Commission will open with a call to order, review the November 19, 2025 meeting minutes, and consider several new‑business items. Commissioners will vote on removing names from eligibility lists, approve the entry‑level policy officer eligibility list, approve the sergeant promotional eligibility list, review the fire department EDO promotional assessment process, and receive a report on recent appointments and probations. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Remove specified names from eligibility lists
• Approve entry‑level policy officer eligibility list
• Approve sergeant promotional eligibility list
• Review fire department EDO promotional assessment process
• Report on appointments made and probations completed (period between 11.16.25 – 12.15.25)

The Civil Service Commission approved the November 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It removed listed names from current eligibility lists and approved both the entry‑level Police Officer and Police Sergeant eligibility lists. The commission also approved the Fire Department’s EDO Promotional Assessment Process. No further business was taken.

• Approved November 19, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Removed specified names from eligibility lists (motion passed)
• Approved Entry‑level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
• Approved Police Sergeant Eligibility List (motion passed)
• Approved Fire EDO Promotional Assessment Process (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to collect comments on the proposed Transportation Impact Fee (TIF) update and related changes to Bothell Municipal Code Title 17. Commissioners will review and consider approving the Findings, Facts, and Conclusions for the fee revisions, which include new per‑person‑trip rates and several reduction provisions. The agenda also includes study sessions on the Urban Forest Management Plan and a 2026 Private Comprehensive Plan docket request.

• Public hearing on Transportation Impact Fee update and Bothell Municipal Code Title 17 amendment
• Proposed per‑person‑trip TIF rate of $9,928
• 10% TIF reduction for residential uses within a quarter‑mile of major transit routes and in Canyon Park, Midtown, and Downtown subareas
• Affordable‑housing fee reductions up to 80% based on AMI brackets, with an estimated $15.8 million revenue reduction
• Change‑in‑use exemption for minor redevelopment projects such as interior remodels

The Planning Commission approved the findings, facts, conclusions, and recommendations for the Urban Forest Management Plan with all present commissioners in favor. The commission also approved the November 19, 2025 meeting minutes and unanimously voted to table the staff recommendation to decline a 2026 Comprehensive Plan land‑use amendment. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved November 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Urban Forest Management Plan findings, facts, conclusions, and recommendations (unanimous)
• Tabled staff recommendation to decline 2026 Comprehensive Plan amendment (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and the 2026-2030 Storm and Surface Water Plan Update. The meeting includes the recognition of outgoing councilmembers Zornes and Mahnkey.

• Functional Replacement Agreement GCB 3930 with WSDOT for a new Shop 1 Facility: $2,146,081
• Amendment No. 4 with Floyd Snider, SPC for contamination cleanup: $760,031
• Agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc. for Public Works Engineering and Utility On-Call Services: $300,000
• Adoption of the 2026-2030 Storm and Surface Water Plan Update
• Acquisition of right-of-way and easements for the Bothell Way Multimodal Improvements Project

The council approved the consent agenda, which included several contracts and agreements, with a 6‑0‑1 vote. An interlocal agreement with the Snohomish Conservation District was also approved by a 6‑0‑1 vote. The council adopted a professional services supplement for the Bothell Way project with a 5‑0‑1‑1 vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda items, including $760,031 contamination cleanup amendment (6-0-1)
• Approved 2026-2030 Storm and Surface Water Plan Update (6-0-1)
• Approved Functional Replacement Agreement GCB 3930 for Shop 1, $2,146,081 (6-0-1)
• Approved agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc., $300,000 for public works services (6-0-1)
• Approved acquisition documents for Bothell Way Multimodal Improvements Project (6-0-1)
• Approved minutes from December 2 and December 9, 2025 (6-0-1)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Snohomish Conservation District (6-0-1)
• Approved Professional Services Supplement No. 4 with WSP USA, Inc., $492,275 (5-0-1-1)

City Council

The Bothell City Council will vote on a package of 2025 Bothell Municipal Code amendments covering residential dimensions, planned unit developments, and several subarea updates. It will also consider an ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element, a resolution approving the 2026 ARCH housing work program and budget, and a resolution authorizing the 2026‑2031 Parks Property Tax Agreement with King County. Additional items include affordable and middle‑housing code changes and a study of the Moonlight on Main community event series.

• Adopt 2025 Miscellaneous Code Amendments (BMC Chapter 12) – multiple ordinances
• Adopt ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element (AB #25-218)
• Adopt resolution approving the 2026 ARCH work program and budget (AB #25-219)
• Adopt resolution authorizing the 2026‑2031 Parks Property Tax Agreement with King County (AB #25-220)
• Adopt affordable housing and middle‑housing code amendment ordinances (AB #25-221, AB #25-222)

The council approved the consent agenda, which included 2025 miscellaneous code amendments, a land‑use plan amendment, the ARCH 2026 work program and budget, and a 2026‑2031 parks property tax agreement (vote 6‑0‑1). It also adopted affordable‑housing code changes (vote 5‑1‑1) and middle‑housing code changes (vote 6‑0‑1). All motions were recorded with the indicated vote tallies.

• Approved Consent Agenda covering code amendments, land‑use plan, ARCH 2026 budget, and parks tax agreement (6‑0‑1)
• Adopted Affordable Housing Code amendments (BMC 12.07, 12.48, 12.64) (5‑1‑1)
• Adopted Middle Housing Code amendment (BMC 12.06.140) (6‑0‑1)

City Council

The Bothell City Council will consider approving a water supply contract amendment with Seattle, the 2025-2026 Mid-Biennium Budget Amendments, and updates to the Critical Areas Ordinance and SEPA Threshold Ordinance. The meeting also includes a public hearing on miscellaneous code amendments and a resolution supporting immigrants.

• Approval of First Amended Water Supply Contract with Seattle
• Adoption of 2025-2026 Mid-Biennium Budget Amendments
• Updates to Critical Areas Ordinance and SEPA Threshold Ordinance
• Public hearing on 2025 Miscellaneous Code Amendments
• Resolution affirming support for immigrants and state laws

The council adopted a resolution affirming support for immigrants (5-0-2) and approved the consent agenda (5-0-2). It also approved the 2025‑2026 Mid‑Biennium Budget Amendments (5-0-2). A motion to delay the Critical Areas Ordinance adoption date failed (2-3-2), but ordinances amending BMC Chapter 14.04 and Chapter 14.02 were adopted (each 5-0-2).

• Adopted Resolution affirming support for immigrants (5-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0-2)
• Approved 2025‑2026 Mid‑Biennium Budget Amendments (5-0-2)
• Failed motion to amend adoption date for Critical Areas Ordinance (2-3-2)
• Adopted ordinance amending BMC Chapter 14.04, Critical Area Regulations (5-0-2)
• Adopted ordinance amending BMC Chapter 14.02, State Environmental Policy Act (5-0-2)

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will discuss the theme for the Triangle Junction Art Panel and receive updates on public art and the Creative Arts Grant Program. The body will also review the strategic plan calendar and assignments.

• Triangle Junction Art Panel theme determination
• Creative Arts Grant Program staff report
• Public Art update
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignment update
• Meet and Mingle recap

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will hold a study session to review a draft Urban Forest Management Plan. The session focuses on a proposed citywide canopy cover goal of 46% and seeks feedback on strategies and actions for the next 20 years. No formal action is scheduled for this meeting.

• Study session: Urban Forest Management Plan
• Discussion of 46% citywide canopy cover goal
• Review of proposed strategies and actions
• Approval of November 5, 2025 minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting. The commission then unanimously moved to adjourn the November 19, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions or approvals were taken.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Bothell Civil Service Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2025. It will review the minutes from the August 27 special meeting and the October 15 regular meeting. The main new‑business item is the approval of the entry‑level police officer eligibility list and the removal of certain names from eligibility lists, along with a report on appointments and completed probations for the period 10/16/25‑11/15/25. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Call to Order & Roll Call (procedural)
• Review of minutes from August 27, 2025 special meeting and October 15, 2025 regular meeting
• Removal of names from eligibility lists
• Approval of entry‑level police officer eligibility list
• Report of appointments made, probations completed, and other notations (10.16.25 – 11.15.25)

The commission approved the minutes from the October 15 and August 27 meetings. Names were removed from current eligibility lists after a motion passed. The Entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List was approved by the commission.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Removed names from eligibility lists (motion passed)
• Approved Entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding code amendments for affordable and middle housing. The body is also considering the adoption of a Climate Action Plan and a property tax ordinance for 2026.

• Public hearings on Affordable Housing and Middle Housing Code Amendments
• Adoption of the Climate Action Plan and K4C Joint Climate Commitments
• Professional Services Supplement No. 2 with KPFF for the Bridge Program for $350,000
• Economic Development Partnership Agreement with the Port of Seattle for downtown pilot projects
• Appointment of Wallace “Bob” Langbehn as Municipal Court Judge

The Bothell City Council approved the final Climate Action Plan and the King County‑Cities Climate Collaboration (K4C) joint commitments, each passing 4‑0‑3. Council also confirmed Wallace “Bob” Langbehn as Municipal Court Judge and adopted a technical correction ordinance levying 2026 property taxes, both with a 4‑0‑3 vote. The consent agenda was approved, including an interlocal agreement for Northshore Parks, an economic‑development partnership with the Port of Seattle, a $350,000 KPFF bridge‑program supplement, and a lease with Park Row, LLC. All votes were 4‑0‑3; Mayor Thompson, Councilmembers Zornes and Mahnkey were absent.

• Adopted Climate Action Plan (4‑0‑3)
• Adopted K4C Joint Climate Commitments (4‑0‑3)
• Confirmed Wallace “Bob” Langbehn as Municipal Court Judge (4‑0‑3)
• Approved Technical Correction Ordinance levying 2026 property taxes (4‑0‑3)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Northshore Parks and Recreation (4‑0‑3)
• Approved Economic Development Partnership Agreement with Port of Seattle (4‑0‑3)
• Approved Professional Services Supplement No. 2 with KPFF for Bridge Program, $350,000 (4‑0‑3)
• Approved Lease Agreement with Park Row, LLC for evidence storage facility (4‑0‑3)

Council Salary Commission

The Bothell Salary Commission will meet on November 13, 2025. The agenda includes a discussion on healthcare matters, approval of the October 30, 2025 meeting minutes, and delegation of approval for the November 13, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Welcome
• Healthcare discussion
• Approval of October 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Delegation of approval for November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adjourn

The Salary Commission approved the meeting minutes from October 30, 2025. It then delegated approval of the November 13, 2025 meeting minutes to staff liaison Ann Bouzigard. No other actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved October 30, 2025 meeting minutes (vote tally not recorded)
• Delegated approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes to Staff Liaison Ann Bouzigard (vote tally not recorded)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will receive staff updates on community engagement for the PROS Plan and master planning for the former Wayne Golf Course. Members will also discuss agenda topics for the first and second quarters of the year.

• Update on PROS Plan community engagement and survey
• Update on former Wayne Golf Course master planning
• Notice of December 11th meeting change for Park at Bothell Landing open house
• Subcommittee report on Doug Allen Memorial Art Piece

The board unanimously approved the October 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved $2,000 in additional spending for the Doug Allen Memorial Art Piece. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved October 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 additional spending for Doug Allen Memorial Art Piece (no vote tally recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on draft findings for 2025 Comprehensive Plan amendments that would allow up to 6 middle housing units per lot in residential zones. The vote is advisory, with the City Council scheduled to hold a public hearing on the matter in December.

• Public Hearing on 2025 Comprehensive Plan Annual Amendments
• Public Hearing on Affordable Housing Zoning Code Amendments
• Consideration of allowing up to 6 units per lot in R-L1 and R-L2 zones
• Approval of October 22, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items

The commission approved the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted the amended findings, conclusions and recommendations for the affordable‑housing zoning code amendments, also unanimously. No public comments were received on either hearing. The meeting was adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Adopted amended affordable‑housing zoning code recommendations (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on the 2026 fee schedule and 1% rate increases for property tax and EMS levies. The body will also consider several road widening contracts and a pilot program for 20 mph residential speed limits.

• Adoption of the 2026 Fee Schedule
• 1% rate increase for King and Snohomish County Property Tax Levies for 2026
• 1% rate increase for the EMS levy in the Snohomish County portion of Bothell for 2026
• Agreement with David Evans and Associates, Inc. for Beardslee Blvd Widening design ($1,331,995)
• Agreement with Program X, LLC for 228th St Widening Right of Way Services ($184,914)

The council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, vouchers and payroll transactions. It authorized several road‑related agreements, notably a $184,914 right‑of‑way contract for the 228th St widening and a $4 million RAISE funding agreement for the Bothell Way NE multimodal improvements. The council also adopted a 1% EMS levy increase with new construction and a 1% property‑tax levy increase for 2026, and approved the 2026 fee schedule. All motions carried 6‑0‑1 with Mayor Thompson absent.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, vouchers, payroll) (6-0-1)
• Approved $184,914 agreement with Program X, LLC for 228th St widening (6-0-1)
• Approved $1,331,995 design services and $1,220,596 agency supplement for Beardslee Blvd widening (6-0-1)
• Approved $4,000,000 RAISE funds for Bothell Way NE multimodal improvements (6-0-1)
• Adopted 1% EMS levy increase plus new construction for 2026 (6-0-1)
• Adopted 1% property tax levy increase for King and Snohomish Counties for 2026 (6-0-1)
• Adopted 2026 fee schedule (6-0-1)

Council Salary Commission

The Bothell Salary Commission will hold a public hearing on a draft resolution to adjust compensation for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and City Council members. The proposal sets Councilmember salaries at $49,500 annually, the Deputy Mayor at $53,955, and the Mayor at $58,084, tied to 45% of the area median income and adjusted each April. It also adds eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, BYOP incentives, and a 2% match in the City’s 457 deferred compensation program. After the hearing, the commission will deliberate and vote on the resolution.

• Draft resolution to set Councilmember salary at $49,500 annually (45% of area median income)
• Deputy Mayor salary increase to $53,955 annually
• Mayor salary increase to $58,084 annually
• Councilmembers to become eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and BYOP incentives
• Councilmembers to receive a 2% match in the City’s 457 deferred compensation program

The Bothell Salary Commission voted unanimously to adopt a resolution establishing a salary schedule for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and City Council members. The resolution sets the councilmember salary at $50,000 and creates a 30‑day window for the public to file a referendum petition, after which the changes become effective on November 29 if no petition is filed. Two written public comments were received and entered into the record.

• Adopted salary compensation resolution for Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Set new councilmember salary at $50,000
• Created 30‑day public referendum window per resolution
• Effective date of changes set for November 29 if no referendum filed
• Received two written public comments (Michelle Cox, Corina Pfeil)

Planning Commission

The commission adopted updates to the Critical Area Ordinance, including SEPA categorical exemption threshold amendments. It also approved the 2025 Miscellaneous Code Amendments (BMC 12) and Middle Housing Code Amendments to expand housing opportunities. A study session provided an update on the Urban Forest Management Plan, with no action required at this meeting.

• Critical Area Ordinance update and SEPA categorical exemption threshold amendments
• 2025 Miscellaneous Code Amendments – BMC 12
• Middle Housing Code Amendments – zoning category changes to expand housing
• Urban Forest Management Plan update (study session, no action required)

The Bothell Planning Commission approved the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes with all present voting in favor. The commission then adjourned the meeting, also with unanimous support. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Bothell Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review meeting minutes and discuss the Downtown Bothell Public Art Plan. The group will also set dates for future meetings and review the 2026 calendar.

• Review of July 15, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Downtown Bothell Public Art Plan and Pilot Implementation Project
• Setting of future meeting dates and agenda items
• Review of 2026 LTAC meeting dates
• Overview of Lodging Tax Advisory Committees and Hotel/Motel Tax Funding

City Council

The Bothell City Council will consider several public‑hearing items, including a draft update to the Critical Areas Ordinance, the 2025‑2026 Mid‑Biennium Budget Amendments, and proposed 1% property‑tax levies for 2026. The council will also adopt a resolution extending the Salary Commission deadline to November 30, 2025, and approve easements for rectangular rapid flashing beacons at school crosswalks. All items are listed on the agenda for the October 21, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on Critical Areas Ordinance Update (AB #25‑177)
• Public hearing on 2025‑2026 Mid‑Biennium Budget Amendments (AB #25‑178)
• Public hearing on proposed 2026 1% King and Snohomish County Property Tax Levies (AB #25‑179)
• Public hearing on proposed 2026 1% Property Tax Rate for Snohomish County EMS Levy (AB #25‑180)
• Resolution to extend Salary Commission deadline to November 30, 2025 (AB #25‑181)

The City Council approved the consent agenda (minutes and school crosswalk beacon easements) and a resolution extending the Salary Commission's deadline to November 30, 2025, both by 7-0 votes. Public hearings were held on the Critical Areas Ordinance update, 2025-2026 mid-biennium budget amendments, and 2026 property tax levies, but no votes were taken on these items. During study sessions, Council expressed consensus for a higher Transportation Impact Fee reduction for affordable housing and a change-in-use exemption, and directed staff to bring the Climate Action Plan back on November 18 for final adoption.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and school crosswalk beacon easements (7-0)
• Approved resolution extending Salary Commission deadline to November 30, 2025 (7-0)
• Held public hearing on Critical Areas Ordinance update; no action taken
• Held public hearing on 2025-2026 mid-biennium budget amendments; no action taken
• Held public hearing on 2026 1% property tax levies; no action taken
• Held public hearing on 2026 EMS levy; no action taken
• Council consensus for higher Transportation Impact Fee reduction for affordable housing and change-in-use exemption
• Staff to bring Climate Action Plan back November 18 for final adoption

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will consider the minutes from its September 18 meeting and update its strategic plan calendar. It will discuss three staff‑report items: the Creative Arts Grant Program, the Downtown Public Art Plan and Pilot Implementation Project, and the Lot EFG Art Panels. Public comments will be heard, and the meeting will conclude with updates on town events and future agenda items.

• Consideration of September 18 meeting minutes
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignment Update
• Creative Arts Grant Program
• Downtown Public Art Plan and Pilot Implementation Project
• Lot EFG Art Panels

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the September minutes, both unanimously. It decided to continue declining the Queer Covid Cautious Creatives program. A panel of artists reviewed applications and the commission chose one artist, with staff to draft a contract for a mid‑December start.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to continue declining Queer Covid Cautious Creatives
• Selected artist for new public art project

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and vote on draft findings, conclusions, and recommendations for the Critical Areas Ordinance and SEPA threshold amendments. It will also consider 2025 miscellaneous code amendments (BMC 12) and middle‑housing code amendments. In addition, the commission adopted the Climate Action Plan findings and discussed Transportation Impact Fee exemption changes.

• Public hearing and vote on Critical Areas Ordinance and SEPA threshold updates
• Consideration of 2025 Miscellaneous Code Amendments – BMC 12
• Consideration of Middle Housing Code Amendments
• Adoption of Climate Action Plan findings, conclusions, and recommendations
• Discussion of Transportation Impact Fee exemption changes

The commission unanimously adopted the findings, conclusions and recommendations for the Critical Area Ordinance update and SEPA categorical exemption threshold amendments. It also approved the 2025 Miscellaneous Code Amendments (BMC 12) and the Middle Housing Code Amendments that expand housing opportunities. All three actions passed with all present commissioners voting in favor.

• Adopted Critical Area Ordinance update and SEPA categorical exemption threshold amendments (passed with all present in favor)
• Adopted 2025 Miscellaneous Code Amendments – BMC 12 (passed with all present in favor)
• Adopted Middle Housing Code Amendments to expand housing opportunities (passed with all present in favor)
• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (passed with all present in favor)

Civil Service Commission

The Bothell Civil Service Commission will consider removing names from eligibility lists and will vote on two policy officer eligibility lists—one for entry‑level and one for academy graduates. It will also approve a $50.00 fee for a Civil Service Conference scheduled for October 21, 2025, conducted via Zoom. Additionally, the commission will receive a report on appointments made and probations completed between August 16 and October 15, 2025.

• Removal of names from eligibility lists
• Approval of entry‑level policy officer eligibility list
• Approval of academy graduate‑level policy officer eligibility list
• Civil Service Conference on Oct 21, 2025 via Zoom, fee $50.00
• Report of appointments made and probations completed (Aug 16‑Oct 15, 2025)

The Civil Service Commission voted to remove certain candidates from the current eligibility lists. It also approved the Entry‑level Police Officer Eligibility List and the Academy Graduate‑level Police Officer Eligibility List as presented by the police department.

• Removed specified names from eligibility lists (motion passed)
• Approved Entry‑level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
• Approved Academy Graduate‑level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)

City Council

The Bothell City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes adopting a resolution to award a $315,074 construction contract to Reaper Construction for the 2025 Safety Projects Package 2. The council will also vote on a resolution to amend the Johnston Group LLC professional services agreement, extending it to Dec 31 2027 and adding $165,454. Study sessions will provide information on draft comprehensive‑plan amendments and a mid‑biennium budget update, but no action is requested on those items. A proclamation will recognize Hindu American Awareness and Appreciation Month.

• Adopt resolution awarding $315,074 contract to Reaper Construction for Safety Projects Package 2
• Adopt resolution amending Johnston Group LLC contract, adding $165,454 and extending to Dec 31 2027
• Study session on 2025 Comprehensive Plan amendment and related municipal code changes (no action)
• Study session on 2025‑26 Mid‑Biennium Budget update and related tax/fee proposals (no action)
• Proclamation of Hindu American Awareness and Appreciation Month

The City Council adopted the consent agenda, approving a construction contract for the 2025 Safety Projects Package 2 with Reaper Construction for $315,074. The Council also authorized an amendment to the professional services agreement with Johnston Group LLC, extending it through Dec 31 2027 and adding $165,454. The motion to approve the consent agenda passed with a 6‑0‑1 vote (Councilmember Mahnkey absent). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Reaper Construction contract for 2025 Safety Projects Package 2 ($315,074) – motion carried 6-0-1
• Approved amendment to Johnston Group LLC federal relations services contract, adding $165,454 and extending to Dec 31 2027 – motion carried 6-0-1

Council Salary Commission

The Salary Commission will meet to review a staff presentation regarding commission options. The body will deliberate on these options and provide direction to staff.

• Staff presentation on Commission options
• Approval of minutes from 9/18 and 9/25 meetings
• Discussion of upcoming meeting schedule

The Salary Commission removed the low and medium salary options and recommended a base salary equal to 45% of Area Median Income for a one‑person household. It also recommended offering healthcare benefits with participation requirements, keeping deferred compensation with a 2% match, and providing life insurance and PERS coverage, while rejecting childcare and transportation stipends and limiting BYOP to all city employees. The commission will forward this recommendation to the City Council at a public hearing on October 30.

• Removed Options 1 (status quo) and 2 (average of top 5 cities) from consideration
• Recommended councilmember salary set at 45% of AMI for a one‑person household
• Recommended offering healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision) with participation restrictions
• Recommended no childcare stipend
• Recommended no transportation stipend
• Recommended allowing BYOP if eligible for all city employees
• Recommended keeping deferred compensation at no cost to City and adding a 2% salary match
• Recommended continuing PERS retirement coverage and life insurance/AD&D

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bothell Parks & Recreation Board will meet to approve the September 11, 2025 minutes. The session includes a public comment period, a chairperson report that recaps the Arbor Day Celebration at Blyth, and staff updates on community events and surveys. A subcommittee will report on the Doug Allen Memorial Art Piece.

• Approval of September 11, 2025 minutes
• Public comments from residents
• Chairperson report on Arbor Day Celebration at Blyth
• Staff briefing on Trick-or-Treat on Main Street and community engagement survey
• Subcommittee report on Doug Allen Memorial Art Piece

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board also approved the Doug Allen Memorial stone sculpture art piece unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Doug Allen Memorial stone sculpture art piece (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Landmark Preservation Board

The Bothell Landmark Preservation Board will hold a hybrid meeting on October 8, 2025 at City Hall, 18415 101st Avenue NE. The board will approve the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. New business consists of a briefing on the Bothell Register of Historic Landmarks presented by Adam S. Alsobrook. No other items are scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Briefing on the Bothell Register of Historic Landmarks (presentation by Adam S. Alsobrook)
• Public comments period for items not on the agenda
• Old business: none
• Adjournment scheduled after briefing

The Landmark Preservation Board approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. The board then adjourned the meeting. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (all present in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all present in favor)

City Council

The City Council will hold study sessions on middle housing, inclusionary zoning, and the Critical Areas Ordinance. The body is also considering a five-year agreement with Axon Enterprises for Evidence.com services.

• Five-year agreement with Axon Enterprises for Evidence.com
• Study session on Middle Housing Code and Inclusionary Zoning Code amendments
• Study session on 2025 Critical Areas Ordinance Update (BMC chapter 14.04)
• Study session on BMC Title 20 Construction Administrative Code Updates
• Update on the Trust Land Transfer grant application for the 26.86-acre Shelton View DNR Parcel

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the September 16, 2025 minutes, August 2025 vouchers, August payroll and benefit transactions, and a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a five‑year Evidence.com services agreement with Axon Enterprises. The motion carried 6‑0‑1, with Councilmember Mahnkey absent. After the vote, the council recessed and later reconvened to continue the meeting.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved August 2025 vouchers (6-0-1)
• Approved August 2025 payroll and benefit transactions (6-0-1)
• Approved resolution authorizing a five‑year Axon Enterprises Evidence.com agreement (6-0-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will complete its findings and recommendations for the city's first Climate Action Plan to be sent to City Council. The body will also hold a study session regarding Transportation Impact Fees.

• Finalization of Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendation for the Climate Action Plan
• Study session on Transportation Impact Fee
• Review of Climate Action Plan revisions regarding funding and prioritization

The commission approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted the edited findings, conclusions, and recommendations for the Climate Action Plan with all present in favor. Commissioners also gave unanimous support for a higher reduction in transportation impact fee exemptions. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Climate Action Plan findings, conclusions, and recommendations (unanimous)
• Supported higher reduction in transportation impact fee exemptions (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Council Salary Commission

The Bothell Salary Commission will hold an interview with Mayor Thompson and Councilmember Curd. Commissioners will discuss preparation for the October 9 deliberations and decisions. The meeting will also cover the schedule for upcoming commission meetings.

• Welcome
• Interview with Mayor Thompson and Councilmember Curd
• Preparation for October 9 deliberations and decisions discussion
• Discuss upcoming meeting schedule

The Salary Commission discussed council compensation options and heard input from Mayor Thompson and Councilmember Curd. It set a timeline for further work, planning a deliberation meeting on October 9 and a public hearing on October 23. No votes, approvals, or formal decisions were recorded at this meeting.

Council Salary Commission

The Salary Commission is meeting to review responses from a council survey. The body will also discuss the scheduling of potential interviews and future meeting dates.

• Review of Council Survey Responses
• Discussion of potential interview scheduling
• Discussion of upcoming meeting schedule

The commission approved and signed the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The commission discussed survey feedback, interview scheduling, and requested a costing model from staff.

• Approved September 11, 2025 Salary Commission minutes (no vote tally recorded)

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will review juror comments and award recommendations for the Creative Arts Grant Program and discuss the installation of temporary public art projects.

• Creative Arts Grant Program 2025/2026 Top Applications with Juror Comments
• Request for Proposals – Downtown Public Art Plan and Pilot Implementation Project
• Public Art – Lot EFG, John Fleming’s Journeys
• Review of July 17 Meeting Minutes
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignment Update

The commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The July meeting minutes were approved with six votes in favor and one abstention. The juror panel’s recommendations for the 2025/2026 Creative Arts Grant program were approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July minutes (6‑0‑1 abstain)
• Approved 2025/2026 Creative Arts Grant selections (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission held a hybrid meeting on September 17, 2025 to study updates, focusing on the Climate Action Plan final draft. Staff presented the revised plan, shared public comment statistics (1,302 views and 48 comments from 11 commenters), and asked the commission for feedback to draft findings, conclusions, and recommendations for the City Council. The commission will finalize its recommendations at the October 1 meeting, with the plan slated for City Council adoption on November 18.

• Review of Climate Action Plan final draft (Agenda Item 4A)
• Presentation of public comment summary (48 comments from 11 commenters)
• Reference to $500,000 Washington State Department of Commerce grant supporting the plan
• Commission asked to provide feedback for drafting findings and recommendations
• Next steps: draft recommendations to City Council on Oct 1 and final study session with Council on Oct 21

The Bothell Planning Commission voted to approve the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes with all members in favor. No other motions were decided. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The regular Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025, has been canceled.

City Council

The Bothell City Council will consider an ordinance that would allow the city to acquire property by eminent domain for the Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project. The council will also vote on a $250,000 professional services agreement with Allied Universal Security Services for armed guard services and a $61,611.54 amendment to the Sutphen ladder‑truck refurbishment contract. Additional items include appointing council members to the Joint Fire and Medical Advisory Board and discussing downtown parking enforcement implementation.

• Ordinance authorizing eminent‑domain acquisition for the Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project (AB #25‑162)
• Professional Services Agreement with Allied Universal Security Services for $250,000 for armed guard services (AB #25‑160)
• Contract amendment increasing the Sutphen ladder‑truck refurbishment contract by $61,611.54 and extending the schedule (AB #25‑161)
• Appointments of two council members (and an alternate) to the Joint Fire and Medical Advisory Board (AB #25‑163)
• Study session seeking direction on implementation of downtown parking enforcement

Council revised the agenda to consider the eminent‑domain ordinance (Agenda Item 9a) before entering Executive Session, with both the amendment and the motion passing unanimously (7‑0). The council then voted 7‑0 to adopt the ordinance authorizing the use of eminent domain for property needed for the Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $250,000 professional services agreement with Allied Universal and a $61,611.54 amendment to the Sutphen ladder‑truck contract (vote 6‑0‑1). Additionally, the council adopted a resolution (6‑1) authorizing the city manager to execute the first amended and restated grant agreement for the same multimodal project and appointed Councilmember Curd to the Joint Fire and Medical Advisory Board.

• Revised agenda to hear Agenda Item 9a before Executive Session (amendment 7‑0, motion 7‑0)
• Approved eminent‑domain ordinance for Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda, including $250,000 Allied Universal security services agreement (6‑0‑1)
• Approved $61,611.54 amendment to Sutphen ladder‑truck refurbishment contract (6‑0‑1)
• Postponed second study session to October 7, 2025 (consensus)
• Appointed Councilmember Curd to Joint Fire and Medical Advisory Board; Dodd and Mahnkey to select second member (by consensus)
• Approved Resolution (Option 1) authorizing city manager to execute grant amendment for Bothell Way project (6‑1)
• Cancelled Eastside Transportation Partnership meeting (informational)

City Council

The subcommittee is meeting to approve the minutes from its August 19, 2025, session. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 Subcommittee Meeting Minutes

The subcommittee voted 3-0 to approve the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes and to delegate authority to Chair Curd to administratively approve the September 16, 2025 minutes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Delegated authority to Chair Curd to administratively approve September 16, 2025 minutes

Council Salary Commission

The Bothell Salary Commission will hear a consultant presentation on data from surrounding cities and a staff presentation covering public records, low‑income opt‑out programs, and national trends on elected official salaries. The commission will discuss the area's average median income and finalize a survey for councilmembers. The meeting will also include a director update and scheduling of the next session.

• Consultant presentation on data of surrounding cities
• Staff presentation on public records, low‑income/opt‑out programs, and salary trends
• Discussion of area median income (AMI)
• Finalization of survey for councilmembers
• Scheduling of next Salary Commission meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will receive a special presentation on a Trust Land Transfer Grant application. Staff will provide updates on summer operations, capital project timelines, and community engagement for the PROS Plan.

• Special Presentation: Trust Land Transfer Grant Application
• PROS Plan Community Engagement & Survey notice
• Capital Projects Timelines update
• Sustainamania event on September 20th
• Upcoming GIS Parks Tour Map and event sponsorship packages

The Parks & Recreation Board unanimously approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes. The board then unanimously moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:24 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:24 p.m. (unanimous)

Landmark Preservation Board

The Bothell Landmark Preservation Board will review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for the Dr. Elmer E. Lytle House at 9929 NE 180th Street, which includes a proposed demolition mitigation plan. The meeting will also include briefings on the Downtown Plan Update and the Historic Built Environment Survey.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for Dr. Elmer E. Lytle House
• Briefing on Downtown Plan Update
• Briefing on Historic Built Environment Survey Update
• Approval of May 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Hybrid meeting at City Hall and Zoom

The Landmark Preservation Board unanimously approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes. After briefings on the Downtown Plan Update and the Historic Built Environment Survey, the board voted to approve the applicant's mitigation measures for the demolition of the Dr. Elmer Lytle House. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved mitigation measures for demolition of Dr. Elmer Lytle House (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold study sessions on the 2026-2030 Storm and Surface Water Master Plan and mandatory updates to the Critical Areas Ordinance. The body will also consider several interagency agreements and a lease renewal for an evidence storage facility.

• Amendment to Alderwood Water and Wastewater District agreement for 2025 Cured-in-Place Pipe Project totaling $1,518,052.56
• Resolution to participate in Purdue Pharma/Sackler Family and Generic Manufacturer opioid settlements
• Interagency Agreement with King County for a replacement trail bridge at the former Wayne Golf Course Back 9 property
• Letter of Intent to renew lease for Evidence Storage and Training Facility at the Park at Woodinville
• 1-year extension of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF Local 2099

The Bothell City Council approved several items on the consent agenda, including a resolution to let the City Manager handle the Purdue Pharma and related opioid settlement proceeds. The Council also approved a one‑year extension of the collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 2099, an interagency trail‑bridge agreement, an amendment to the pipe‑repair agreement costing $1,518,052.56, and an AFIS interagency connection. Additionally, the Council adopted a Letter of Intent to renew the lease for the police evidence storage and training facility. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved resolution to participate in opioid settlement proceeds (7-0)
• Approved 1‑year extension of IAFF Local 2099 collective bargaining agreement (7-0)
• Approved interagency agreement for replacement trail bridge at Former Wayne Golf Course (7-0)
• Approved amendment to interlocal agreement for 2025 Cure‑In‑Place Pipe Project, total cost $1,518,052.56 (7-0)
• Approved interagency connection agreement for King County Regional Automated Fingerprint Identification System (7-0)
• Approved Letter of Intent to renew lease for evidence storage and training facility at the Park at Woodinville (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to provide feedback on initial goals and recommendations for the city's first Urban Forest Management Plan. Staff will present findings from a tree canopy assessment and a public survey to refine the plan before a full draft is released in October.

• Study session on Urban Forest Management Plan update
• Review of Tree Canopy Assessment Report showing 44% canopy cover in city limits
• Discussion of $500,000 Climate Planning Grant from the Department of Commerce
• Review of public survey results where 69% of respondents desired more citywide trees

The Bothell Planning Commission unanimously approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission then moved to adjourn, which also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (all present in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all present in favor)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several construction contracts and a municipal code amendment regarding drug loitering. The body will also receive an update on Council priorities and strategic goals.

• Construction contract with Ryatt Construction, LLC for $3,835,450.99 for utility improvements at 96th Ave, 100th Ave, 180th St, and 183rd St
• Small Works Roster Contract with Elite Contracting Co., Inc. for $180,760.76 to install a generator at Bothell Operation Center
• Ordinance amending BMC Ch. 9.04.70 to prohibit drug loitering
• Contract amendment with PlanIT Geo, Inc. for $12,750.00 for tree inventory services
• Proclamations for National Diaper Need Awareness Week, National Preparedness Month, and National Suicide Prevention Week

The City Council adopted the consent agenda, approving June and July vouchers, payroll transactions, a $180,760.76 generator contract, a $3,835,450.99 utility‑improvement contract, and a $12,750 amendment to a tree‑inventory services agreement. The council also passed an ordinance amending BMC 9.04.070 to prohibit drug loitering. Council set the November 4, 2025 meeting to end no later than 8 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (6‑0‑1) covering vouchers, payroll and contracts
• Awarded Small Works contract to Elite Constructing Co., Inc. for $180,760.76
• Awarded Construction contract to Ryatt Construction, LLC for $3,835,450.99
• Authorized amendment to PlanIT Geo, Inc. services increasing contract by $12,750.00
• Approved indemnification and defense resolution for a Bothell employee
• Adopted ordinance amending BMC 9.04.070 to prohibit drug loitering (6‑0‑1)
• Scheduled November 4, 2025 council meeting to conclude by 8 p.m.

Civil Service Commission

The Bothell Civil Service Commission will meet to review minutes from its July 16 meeting and conduct new business, including approving eligibility lists for entry-level police and fire roles and discussing promotion processes for sergeants, captains, and battalion chiefs.

• Review July 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve entry-level police officer eligibility list
• Approve entry-level firefighter eligibility list
• Discuss sergeant and captain promotion processes for police
• Discuss battalion chief promotion process for fire

The Civil Service Commission approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It removed listed candidates from current eligibility lists and approved the entry‑level Police Officer and Firefighter eligibility lists. The commission also approved the Police Sergeant and Captain promotional assessment center processes and the Battalion Chief promotional assessment center process.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Removed specified names from eligibility lists (motion passed)
• Approved entry‑level Police Officer eligibility list (motion passed)
• Approved Police Sergeant and Captain promotional assessment center process (motion passed)
• Approved entry‑level Firefighter eligibility list (motion passed)
• Approved Battalion Chief promotional assessment center process (motion passed)

Council Salary Commission

The Bothell Salary Commission meets to hear updates on consultant work, review council discussion guidelines, and discuss public office accessibility. The meeting includes a staff presentation with data from Kirkland and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

• Staff presentation on consultant work status update
• Review of City Council Discussion Guidelines
• Salary Commission discussion on public office accessibility

The commission approved the August 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It rescheduled the September 4 meeting to September 11. Staff were directed to gather comparative salary data, answer the questions raised, and draft a SurveyMonkey questionnaire for the next meeting.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Rescheduled September 4 meeting to September 11
• Assigned Alex to provide comparative city salary data
• Tasked staff to answer all questions raised at this meeting
• Tasked staff to draft a SurveyMonkey survey for next meeting
• Commission to review draft survey before it is sent

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission is in recess for the month of August 2025. No business will be conducted during this period.

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Civil Service Commission scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been canceled.

City Council

The Bothell City Council subcommittee will vote on a letter opposing the inclusion of a recently expanded Snohomish County Urban Growth Area (UGA) into Bothell’s Municipal Urban Growth Area (MUGA). The letter argues that Bothell lacks the resources to support the expansion and criticizes the County’s process for ignoring prior City feedback.

• Finalize letter opposing Snohomish County UGA expansion into Bothell’s MUGA
• Letter to be sent to Snohomish County Council on behalf of Bothell City Council
• Opposition cites lack of municipal resources and unsustainable sprawl concerns

The subcommittee approved the drafted letter to Snohomish County Council that opposes the Urban Growth Area expansion. The motion to approve the letter was moved by Councilmember Dodd, seconded by Councilmember Curd, and carried unanimously with a 3-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved draft letter opposing UGA expansion (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bothell City Council and its Boards/Commissions are in recess for the month of August 2025. No meeting is scheduled for this date.

LEOFF

The Bothell LEOFF I Disability Board will hold a hybrid meeting to consider approval of its February 12, 2025 meeting minutes and review a claim for medical reimbursement. The board has no old business and no other new items listed.

• Approve minutes from 2/12/25 meeting
• Review claim for medical reimbursement

Council Salary Commission

The Salary Commission is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and establish logistics. The body will hear presentations from staff and a consultant to begin discussions regarding council interaction and salary.

• Election of a Chair and a Vice Chair
• Staff presentation by Mathew Pruitt
• Consultant presentation by Alexandra Sheets
• Discussion on Council Interaction

The Salary Commission elected Commissioner Tamara Wood as Chair and Commissioner Jeremy Tadros as Vice Chair. The commission set bi‑weekly meetings from August through October and confirmed a 90‑day work timeline. It noted that three commissioners must be present to meet quorum. No other formal actions were taken.

• Elected Tamara Wood as Commission Chair
• Elected Jeremy Tadros as Commission Vice Chair
• Scheduled bi‑weekly commission meetings August‑October
• Adopted a 90‑day timeline for commission work
• Confirmed quorum requirement of three commissioners present

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Bothell City Council and its Boards and Commissions are in recess for August 2025. No business is scheduled for this meeting.

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will meet to elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The body will also review the Downtown Public Art Plan and Pilot Implementation Project request for qualifications.

• Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary elections
• Request for Qualifications for Downtown Public Art Plan and Pilot Implementation Project
• Creative Arts Grant Program 2025/2026 Call to Artists
• Free Little Art Gallery update
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignment update

The Bothell Arts Commission approved its July agenda and the meeting minutes, both unanimously. The commission voted to re‑elect Marybeth Turk as Chair, Holley Hughes as Vice‑Chair, and Kylie Chang as Secretary for the 2025‑2026 term, with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 17 agenda (unanimously)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Re‑elected Marybeth Turk as Chair for 2025‑2026 (unanimously)
• Re‑elected Holley Hughes as Vice‑Chair for 2025‑2026 (unanimously)
• Re‑elected Kylie Chang as Secretary for 2025‑2026 (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a study session to discuss a mandatory update to the Critical Areas Ordinance (BMC section 14.04) and potential changes to SEPA exemption thresholds. The update must be completed by December 31, 2025, to comply with the Growth Management Act.

• Proposed removal of the variance section under Article VIII
• Proposed addition of critical area perimeter signage spacing standards
• Proposed addition of a bond calculation worksheet for mitigation cost estimates
• Proposed vegetative buffer standards for streams and wetlands
• Discussion of updating definitions for public agencies and public utilities

The Bothell Planning Commission approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the July 16 meeting also passed unanimously. No other actions or approvals were taken.

• Approved July 2, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned July 16, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Bothell Civil Service Commission will meet on July 16, 2025, to review minutes from its June 18 meeting and conduct new business including removing names from eligibility lists, certifying entry-level police officer eligibility, and reporting appointments made between June 18 and July 16.

• Names to be removed from eligibility lists
• Certification of entry-level police officer eligibility list
• Report of appointments made between June 18 and July 16

The Civil Service Commission approved the June 18 minutes. It voted to remove listed candidates from current eligibility lists. It also approved the entry‑level Police Officer eligibility list as presented.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved removal of names from current eligibility lists (motion passed)
• Approved entry‑level Police Officer eligibility list (motion passed)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will receive a marketing update from Streetsense and discuss a request for qualifications for a downtown public art plan. The body will also review 2025 revenue to date and discuss the World Cup.

• Streetsense Marketing Update
• RFQ for Downtown Bothell Public Art Plan and Pilot Implementation Project
• Review of 2025 revenue to date
• Discussion regarding the World Cup

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved its July 15 agenda with a unanimous vote. The committee also approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved July 15 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several construction contracts and a land purchase. The body is also discussing the Snohomish County Urban Growth Area expansion and a draft Climate Action Plan.

• Construction contract with Holt Services Inc. for $1,739,473.61 for Ultra Custom Care Cleaners groundwater treatment
• Construction contract with Becker Blacktop, LLC for $906,518 for the 240th St SE Overlay Project
• Small Works Roster Contract with Kamins Construction Inc. for $249,858 for Hwy 522 and 101st Avenue Storm Repair
• Purchase of Snohomish County Parcel No. 27053100303100 from 810 240th LLC
• Public Works Board Pre-Construction Loan Funding Agreement of $250,000 for Maywood Hills Reservoir Replacement design

The Bothell City Council approved the full consent agenda, which includes several construction and service contracts, a procurement policy amendment, and a fire services addendum (7‑0). The Council also authorized the purchase of Snohomish County Parcel No. 27053100303100, appointed members to the Pro/Con Committee for the Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy renewal, and approved settlement of the Estate of Simmers v. Bothell (each 7‑0). Additionally, a subcommittee of three councilmembers was formed to draft a letter opposing the county’s MUGA expansion.

• Approved Consent Agenda items including fire services addendum, professional services amendment, procurement policy amendment, and multiple construction contracts (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Snohomish County Parcel No. 27053100303100 (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Ryan Ellis, Jenne Alderks, and Jeanne Zornes to the Pro/Con Committee (7-0)
• Approved settlement of Estate of Simmers v. Bothell and execution of related documents (7-0)
• Formed subcommittee (Councilmembers Dodd, Curd, Mahnkey) to send a letter opposing the MUGA expansion

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will receive a special presentation on the PROS Plan from the City and consultant Design Workshop. Members will also receive updates on summer programs and timelines for several capital projects.

• Special presentation on the PROS Plan by Aaron Milner and Design Workshop
• Presentation by City Planner Cameron Colvin
• Update on capital project timelines for the PROS Plan, Former Wayne Golf Course Master Planning, and Park at Bothell Landing
• Notice of a Community Workshop on July 24 regarding Skatepark & Pump Track Design

The Parks & Recreation Board unanimously approved the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes. No other motions or substantive actions were taken. The board then unanimously moved to adjourn the July 10, 2025 meeting.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting final ordinances for Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan Code Updates. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Arts Commission to discuss the Cultural Plan and several contract approvals.

• Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan Code Updates including parking, variance, and building coverage ordinances
• Amendment No. 3 to the Shop 1 Agreement with WSDOT bringing the contract total to $6,940,148
• Professional Services Agreement with BEA Environmental for $165,000
• Contract for mental and behavioral health services with The Northshore YMCA
• Appointments to the 2025 Salary Commission

The council approved the July 1, 2025 minutes and several consent‑agenda items, including a $6,940,148 amendment to the Functional Replacement Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation, a $165,000 professional services agreement with BEA Environmental, and a third addendum to the City Manager’s employment agreement. Council members adopted the final ordinances for the Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan code updates with a 5‑1‑1 vote. They also authorized a contract with The Northshore YMCA for mental and behavioral health services and confirmed the mayor’s appointments to the 2025 Salary Commission.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Adopted Amendment No. 3 to Functional Replacement Agreement for Shop 1, $6,940,148 (7‑0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with BEA Environmental, $165,000 (7‑0)
• Adopted third addendum to City Manager’s employment agreement (7‑0)
• Adopted Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan code updates (5‑1‑1)
• Authorized contract for mental and behavioral health services with The Northshore YMCA (6‑0‑1)
• Approved Mayor Thompson’s appointments to the 2025 Salary Commission (6‑0‑1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to receive an update on the draft Climate Action Plan. Staff are seeking feedback and direction to guide revisions and outreach before a final version is released this fall.

• Study session on the draft Climate Action Plan
• Review of 2023 communitywide emissions (570,092 MTCO2e) and municipal emissions (2,176 MTCO2e)
• Discussion of a $500,000 Department of Commerce grant for climate planning
• Recommendation to sign on to K4C Joint Commitments for emission reductions

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. Afterward, the commission unanimously moved to adjourn the session. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several construction contracts and the 2025 Economic Vitality Plan. Members will also discuss updates to transportation impact fees and the potential cancellation of the King County Metro Flex pilot program.

• Construction contract with CR Construction for Lift Station One Improvement Project for $1,983,030.27
• Construction contract with Moeco LLC for 122nd Place NE Cul-de-sac Improvements Project for $192,004.01
• Adoption of the 2025 Economic Vitality Plan
• Study session on 2025 Transportation Impact Fee updates
• Proclamation of Disability Pride Month

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the June 17, 2025 minutes, May 2025 vouchers, payroll and benefit transactions, and two construction contracts totaling $2,175,034.28, and adopted the 2025 Economic Development Vitality Plan. Council also agreed to send a letter supporting King County Metro’s Juanita Flex program and expressed interest in a health‑services presentation from Connections Health Solutions. Additionally, the council endorsed a quarterly community‑engagement event series and will add a future discussion on displaying a Disability Pride Flag to next year’s workplan.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved May 2025 vouchers (7-0)
• Approved May 2025 payroll and benefit transactions (7-0)
• Authorized $1,983.030.27 contract with CR Construction for Lift Station One Improvement (7-0)
• Authorized $192,004.01 contract with Moeco LLC for 122nd Place NE Cul‑de‑Sac Improvements (7-0)
• Adopted 2025 Economic Development Vitality Plan (7-0)
• Supported sending a letter to King County Metro backing the Juanita Metro Flex program (consensus)
• Approved quarterly Council Engagement Event Series; first event scheduled for Q4 2025 (general support)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to gather feedback on draft housing affordability concepts. Staff are proposing zoning code amendments to increase the production of dedicated affordable housing in tandem with market-rate housing.

• Discussion of density flexibility and height increases for new construction
• Proposal to reduce or waive permit and transportation impact fees
• Review of the Multifamily Tax Exemption (MFTE) program
• Discussion of permit expediting for residential developments with affordable housing

The commission approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting after Lever moved and Westerbeck seconded, with all present voting in favor. The commission then adjourned the June 18 meeting after Robson moved and Lever seconded, also with unanimous approval.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (all present in favor)
• Adjourned June 18 meeting (all present in favor)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to manage personnel lists and staffing updates. The body is reviewing the certification of the Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List.

• Certification of Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Removal of names from Eligibility Lists
• Report of appointments and completed probations between 5.21.25 and 6.18.25

The Civil Service Commission approved the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to remove listed names from current eligibility lists. It also approved the entry‑level police officer eligibility list as presented.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Removed names from eligibility lists (motion passed)
• Approved entry‑level police officer eligibility list (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan Code Updates. The body is also considering several interlocal agreements and contracts for downtown improvements and community engagement.

• Public hearing for Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan Code Updates
• Change Order No. 2 with Granite Construction Company for 102nd Ave NE Downtown Access Improvements: $125,350.00
• Professional Services Agreement with BERK Consulting for Downtown Subarea Plan Update and Housing Action Plan: $225,000.00
• Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Northshore School District for a School Resource officer
• Solid waste management agreement amendments with King County and Snohomish County

The Bothell City Council approved the consent agenda, which included a $225,000 professional services agreement with BERK Consulting for community engagement on the Downtown Subarea Plan and Housing Action Plan. The council also approved a $125,350 change order with Granite Construction for the 102nd Ave NE Downtown Access Improvements project and several solid‑waste interlocal agreement amendments. The motion to approve the consent agenda passed 6‑0‑1 with Councilmember Dodd absent.

• Approved June 3 and June 10, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to the Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement with King County
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the Solid Waste Agreement with Snohomish County
• Approved Change Order No. 2 with Granite Construction for $125,350 construction contract
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with BERK Consulting for $225,000 community engagement services
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Northshore School District
• Motion to approve consent agenda carried 6‑0‑1 (absent Councilmember Dodd)

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss artwork designs for BRT and Bothell Parks. The body will also review the Creative Arts Grant Program and the 4th of July Parade.

• BRT Artwork Design presentation
• Bothell Parks/Public Art presentation
• Creative Arts Grant Program staff report
• 4th of July Parade discussion
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignment Update

The commission voted to approve the May agenda with no opposition. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved May agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review 2025 revenue to date and discuss several local events. The agenda includes updates on Downtown Bothell and the World Cup.

• Discussion of Sip and Stay
• Discussion of World Cup
• Review of 2025 revenue to date
• Downtown Bothell update
• Current opening on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee unanimously approved the June 17 agenda. It also unanimously approved the April 15, 2025 minutes. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved June 17 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is deciding whether to authorize a November 2025 election for a 9-year Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy renewal. The body will also discuss potential zoning updates to allow up to six middle housing units per lot in all residential zones.

• Ordinance for a 9-year Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy renewal at $0.50/$1,000 assessed value
• Proposed zoning code amendments to permit up to six middle housing units per lot
• Right-of-way acquisitions for Sound Transit Bus Rapid Transit (Parcels 3067600050 and 0726059054)
• Groundwater monitoring and construction easements for Ultra Custom Care Cleaners Cleanup Project
• Study session for the final draft of the Economic Vitality Plan

The City Council voted 6-0-1 to approve the Sound Transit Bus Rapid Transit right‑of‑way acquisitions. It also approved limited‑term groundwater monitoring and temporary construction easements for the Ultra Cleanup Project. In addition, the council authorized a November 4, 2025 election to renew the 9‑year Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy.

• Approved Sound Transit BRT right‑of‑way acquisitions (6-0-1)
• Approved Ultra Cleanup project groundwater monitoring and construction easements (6-0-1)
• Approved ordinance to place Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy renewal election on Nov 4, 2025 (6-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will discuss proposed Bothell Municipal Code amendments related to the Comprehensive Plan Phase 2. The meeting includes a staff briefing on Washington State's new rent stabilization law (HB1217) and a review of the Fire Administration Interlocal Agreement.

• Proposed Bothell Municipal Code amendments for Comprehensive Plan Phase 2
• Staff briefing on HB1217 tenant protections and rent stabilization
• Year 1 review of Fire Administration Interlocal Agreement
• Approval of April 2025 vouchers and payroll/benefit transactions
• Selection of up to three voting delegates for the AWC 2025 Business Meeting

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the May 20 minutes, April vouchers, and payroll transactions, with a 5-0-2 vote. By consensus, Councilmember Zornes, Councilmember Curd, and Mayor Thompson were selected as voting delegates for the Annual Business Meeting of the AWC. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Approved April 2025 vouchers (5-0-2)
• Approved April 2025 payroll and benefit transactions (5-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (5-0-2)
• Appointed Councilmember Zornes, Councilmember Curd, and Mayor Thompson as AWC conference delegates (by consensus)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider and vote on recommendations for Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan Code Updates to be sent to City Council. The body will also hold a study session to provide input on updating Transportation Impact Fees to align with the 2025 Comprehensive Plan.

• Vote on Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendation for Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan Code Updates
• Study session on Transportation Impact Fee update to fund a $850 million 20-year project list
• Discussion on whether to implement citywide vs. zone-based transportation fees
• Discussion on the feasibility of reduced impact fees for affordable housing

The commission approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. It voted to forward the findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan amendments to the City Council for adoption. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (passed with all present in favor)
• Forwarded Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan amendment recommendations to City Council (passed with all present in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (passed with all present in favor)

Civil Service Commission

The Bothell Civil Service Commission will certify entry-level police officer and fire lieutenant eligibility lists, and review the fire fighter recruitment process. It will also receive a report of appointments made and probation completions between April 16 and May 21, 2025.

• Certification of entry-level police officer eligibility list
• Certification of fire lieutenant eligibility list
• Review of fire fighter recruitment process
• Report of appointments made and probation completions (4/16/25–5/21/25)

The commission approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. It certified the New‑GSI entry‑level police officer eligibility list. It certified the fire lieutenant eligibility list and the entry‑level firefighter recruitment process. No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved New‑GSI entry‑level police officer eligibility list (motion passed)
• Approved fire lieutenant eligibility list (motion passed)
• Approved entry‑level firefighter recruitment process (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will discuss whether to seek voter approval for a 9-year property tax levy renewal. The body is also reviewing housing affordability incentive concepts and the 2026-2031 Six Year Transportation Improvement Program.

• Proposed Safe Streets and Sidewalks levy renewal at $0.50 per $1,000 assessed value
• Amendment No. 1 with David Evans & Associates for $1,300,000
• Amendment No. 1 with Perteet for $1,300,000
• Construction contract with Combined Construction for $195,715.20 for Former Wayne Golf Course Bridge Repair
• Design contract with Berger Partnership for Former Wayne Golf Course Master Plan

The council approved the May 13, 2025 minutes, adopted the 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program, and authorized two $1.3 million engineering on‑call service amendments. It also approved a $195,715.20 bridge repair contract and a design contract for the former Wayne Golf Course master plan. The consent agenda motion passed 6‑0‑1, and council members expressed support for seeking voter approval to renew the Safe Streets and Sidewalks levy.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (6‑0‑1)
• Adopted 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program
• Authorized $1,300,000 amendment with David Evans & Associates for Public Works Engineering On‑Call Services
• Authorized $1,300,000 amendment with Perteet for Public Works Engineering On‑Call Services
• Approved $195,715.20 construction contract with Combined Construction for Former Wayne Golf Course Bridge Repair
• Approved design contract with Berger Partnership for Former Wayne Golf Course Master Plan
• Council expressed support for seeking voter approval of the Safe Streets and Sidewalks levy renewal
• Motion to approve consent agenda carried 6‑0‑1 (absent Councilmember Mahnkey)

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve juror recommendations for the City Hall Gallery, review April meeting minutes, and receive updates on the Creative Arts Grant Program and the strategic plan. No major policy decisions or expenditures are on the agenda.

• Juror recommendations for City Hall Gallery
• Consideration of April 17 meeting minutes
• Creative Arts Grant Program staff report
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignments Update
• Draft template for joint Council/BAC meeting

The commission unanimously approved the May 15 agenda. They also unanimously approved the April meeting minutes. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved May 15 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Landmark Preservation Board

The Bothell Landmark Preservation Board will hold a hybrid meeting on May 14, 2025. The only new business is the election of board officers. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its November 13, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of the November 13, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Election of Landmark Preservation Board officers

The board approved the November 13, 2024 meeting minutes. Members voted to keep Andrew Nelson as chair and Ray Thomas as vice chair, each passing unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 13, 2024 minutes (4‑0)
• Reappointed Andrew Nelson as chair (4‑0)
• Appointed Ray Thomas as vice chair (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program, with adoption scheduled for May 20. They will also consider a resolution appropriating opioid settlement funds, approve an interlocal agreement for interim sewer service with the Woodinville Water District, and receive updates on Sound Transit's Stride Bus Rapid Transit project and the Climate Action Plan. Additionally, a study session will discuss the Urban Forestry Management Plan, including preliminary tree canopy and street tree inventory data.

• Public hearing on the 2026-2031 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Resolution approving staff's recommendations for opioid settlement fund appropriations
• Interlocal Agreement with Woodinville Water District for interim sewer service
• Study session on Urban Forestry Management Plan with preliminary tree canopy assessment
• Sound Transit update on Stride Bus Rapid Transit project, with service opening in 2028/2029

The council approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. It also approved an interlocal agreement for interim sewer service with the Woodinville Water District. Finally, the council adopted staff recommendations to appropriate the city’s opioid settlement funds. Each motion passed with a 5‑0‑2 vote.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Approved interlocal agreement for interim sewer service with Woodinville Water District (5-0-2)
• Approved resolution adopting staff recommendations for opioid settlement appropriations (5-0-2)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approval of April meeting minutes, receive staff briefings on several park projects including the PROS Plan, former Wayne Golf Course master planning, and Park at Bothell Landing, and hold subcommittee discussions on the Doug Allen Memorial dog statue artwork and stakeholder engagement for fall/winter 2025. The board will also note an upcoming community workshop on inclusive play design on May 17.

• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on PROS Plan project timelines and phases
• Notice of May 17 Community Workshop on inclusive play focus for PABL project
• Update on Dog Statue Artwork – Doug Allen Memorial project
• Discussion of stakeholder development action items for fall/winter 2025 engagement

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board then adjourned the May 8, 2025 meeting unanimously. No other motions were decided; staff provided project updates and public comments were noted.

• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss preliminary data from a citywide tree canopy assessment and street tree inventory. The body is reviewing these findings to help guide the development of the city's first Urban Forest Management Plan.

• Update on Urban Forestry Management Plan supported by a $500,000 Department of Commerce grant
• Preliminary street tree inventory of 13,230 trees
• Tree canopy assessment showing approximately 44% cover within city limits
• Discussion on Housing Affordability Incentives
• Discussion on Phase 2 Code Amendments

The Bothell Planning Commission approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No other matters were decided, and the meeting was adjourned. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a year-end budget report showing $383.5 million in total revenues for the 2023-24 biennium. The body is deciding on several infrastructure agreements, including a multimodal project and playground design. Council will also consider updates to the city's sign code and commute trip reduction plan.

• Local Agency Agreement for $10,710,000 for the Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project
• Amendment for $300,000 with Universal Field Services for right-of-way and appraisal services
• Ordinance updating Bothell Municipal Code Chapters 12.22 and 12.64 regarding Sign Code
• Professional Services Agreement amendment with Harper’s Playground for the Cedar Grove Park Inclusive Playground Project
• Rejection of all bids for the Lift Station One Improvements Project

The Bothell City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included amendments, easements, and agreements for several capital projects. It also adopted ordinances updating the Sign Code and the Commute Trip Reduction Plan, and rejected bids for the Lift Station One Improvements Project. An executive session was added to discuss a real‑estate acquisition.

• Approved amendment to professional services agreement for Cedar Grove Inclusive Playground
• Approved permanent and temporary easements for the 122nd Place NE Cul‑de‑Sac Improvements Project
• Adopted $10,710,000 Local Agency Agreement with WSDOT for Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project
• Approved ordinances adopting the 2025‑2029 Commute Trip Reduction Plan and related code amendments
• Approved interlocal agreement with Community Transit to administer the Commute Trip Reduction Plan
• Approved OMNIA Partners cooperative purchasing agreement
• Adopted resolution rejecting all bids for the Lift Station One Improvements Project
• Approved ordinance updating BMC Chapters 12.22 and 12.64 – Sign Code

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will meet to discuss temporary and permanent public art opportunities. The body will also review the Creative Arts Grant Program and the City Hall Gallery.

• Temporary/Permanent Public Art Opportunities
• Creative Arts Grant Program
• City Hall Gallery
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignments Update

The commission unanimously approved the April 17 agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 20 meeting. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved April agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 20 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will receive a staff briefing on the Climate Action Plan (CAP) update, with no action required. The update covers survey results, upcoming public workshops, and greenhouse gas inventory progress. The city is developing its first CAP, building on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and a $500,000 state grant.

• Community survey results: 72.5% of 193 respondents are very concerned about climate change
• Two public workshops in May on energy efficiency/electrification (May 3) and transportation choices (May 10)
• Greenhouse gas inventories for 2022-2023 underway, with communitywide results expected soon
• City awarded $500,000 grant from Washington Department of Commerce for CAP and Urban Forest Management Plan
• Approval of March 19, 2025 meeting minutes

The Bothell Planning Commission approved the March 19, 2025 minutes with all present in favor. Deputy Director Geitz reported that Cary Westerbeck was re‑appointed to the Planning Commission and that the next regular meeting will be May 7, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. after a unanimous motion.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (all present in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all present in favor)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider extending the exhaustion date for an entry-level police officer eligibility list and certifying a new list. They will also discuss the engagement of an attorney to review civil service rules and regulations, and receive updates on appointments and probation completions.

• Police: Extend date to exhaust the 'LSI-Old' Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Police: Certification of 'LSI-Old' Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Human Resources engaged attorney Steve DiJulio of Foster Garvey to review Civil Service Rules and Regulations
• Names to be removed from Eligibility Lists
• Review of March 19, 2025 regular meeting minutes

The commission approved the March 15 minutes. It extended the sunset date for the LST‑Old police eligibility list from April 30 to May 31, 2025. It also certified the updated LST‑Old entry‑level police officer eligibility list.

• Approved March 15, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Extended LST‑Old police eligibility list sunset date to May 31, 2025 (motion passed)
• Certified the LST‑Old entry‑level police officer eligibility list (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a resolution declaring Bothell a welcoming community for transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals. A public hearing is scheduled on proposed updates to the city's sign code (Chapters 12.22 and 12.64 BMC). The consent agenda includes several contracts: $1.2 million in grant funds for widening 228th Street SE, a $498,410 erosion control contract for Blyth Creek, $178,618 for refurbishing a fire ladder truck, and $473,060 for Norway Hill pavement preservation. The meeting also features a proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and a staff briefing on surface water education programs.

• Resolution affirming Bothell as a welcoming community for transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse people
• Public hearing on updates to sign code (Chapters 12.22 and 12.64 BMC)
• Local Agency Agreement with WSDOT for 228th St SE widening: $1,218,785 in grant funds + $245,525 local match
• Blyth Creek erosion control contract with OMA Construction Inc. for $498,410.25
• Norway Hill pavement preservation project with Lakeside Industries for $473,060.50

The council voted 5-2 to adopt the Resolution affirming Bothell as a welcoming community for transgender, non‑binary, and gender‑diverse people. A unanimous 7-0 vote approved the consent agenda, which included the April 8 minutes, a WSDOT agreement for the 228th Street widening, Blyth Creek erosion control contracts, a ladder‑truck refurbishment agreement, the Norway Hill pavement preservation project, and a professional services agreement for the 2026 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan. The council also held a public hearing on updates to the sign code but took no further action. The meeting adjourned after a closed‑session labor negotiation discussion.

• Adopted Resolution affirming Bothell as a welcoming community (5-2)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (7-0)
• Authorized $1,218,785 WSDOT grant and $245,525 local match for 228th St widening
• Authorized $498,410.25 Blyth Creek erosion control contract
• Authorized $178,618.05 ladder‑truck refurbishment agreement
• Authorized $473,060.50 Norway Hill pavement preservation project
• Authorized professional services agreement for 2026 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan
• Held public hearing on sign‑code updates (no action taken)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will consider approval of November 2024 meeting minutes, reschedule a missed meeting, and discuss allocation of lodging tax funds. Topics include World Cup 2026 preparations, holiday lights, downtown updates, summer events and giveaways, a printed map, and 2024 year-end revenue.

• Consideration of November 19, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of World Cup 2026 plans
• Review of 2024 year-end lodging tax revenue
• Update on Bothell Downtown and holiday lights
• Summer events and giveaways, printed map

The committee unanimously approved the April 15 agenda and the November 19, 2024 minutes. It rescheduled the cancelled January 21, 2025 meeting for June 17, with a possible September 16 date if needed. The LTAC asked staff to share an email from Susan Gardner about the historic schoolhouse ADA ramp and to provide feedback, noting that using lodging‑tax funds is permissible but not recommended before design work is completed. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 15 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled cancelled Jan 21, 2025 meeting to June 17 (and Sep 16 if needed)
• Requested staff share Susan Gardner email and feedback on ADA ramp (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board then adjourned the April 10, 2025 meeting, also unanimously. No other substantive actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several consent items including equipment purchases and interlocal agreements for road projects. The body will also hold a study session on Phase 2 Comprehensive Plan Code Updates and discuss a resolution regarding a welcoming community for gender-diverse people.

• Purchase of a 750 kW portable generator from Cummins for $313,815.40 plus sales tax
• Local Agency Agreement with WSDOT for 240th St SE Overlay Project obligating $1,369,064 in grant funds and $213,669 in local matching funds
• Interlocal Agreement with Alderwood Water and Wastewater District for $23,789.25 for the 240th St SE Overlay Project
• Grant acceptance of $125,000 from Snohomish County for the Cedar Grove Inclusive Playground Project
• Ordinance to amend Bothell Municipal Code Title 11 regarding local project review timelines per State Bill 5290

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving a $313,815.40 purchase of a 750 kW portable generator, several interlocal and agency agreements for the 240th St SE Overlay Project, a memorandum with Community Transit, a grant for the Cedar Grove Inclusive Playground, and updates to Municipal Code Title 11. The council also approved an ordinance amending BMC Chapter 2.92 on salary commissions and ratified the 2025 board and commission appointments. All items were approved by recorded vote counts.

• Approved purchase of a 750 kW portable generator from Cummins for $313,815.40 (6-0-1)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Alderwood Water and Wastewater District for $23,789.25 (6-0-1)
• Approved Local Agency Agreement with WSDOT obligating $1,369,064 grant funds and $213,669 local match (6-0-1)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Community Transit for Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements (6-0-1)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement and grant acceptance with Snohomish County for $125,000 Cedar Grove Inclusive Playground (6-0-1)
• Adopted Municipal Code Title 11 updates for State Bill 5290 local project review (6-0-1)
• Approved ordinance amending BMC Chapter 2.92 on salary commissions (6-0-1)
• Ratified 2025 Board & Commission appointments (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the 2025–2029 Commute Trip Reduction Plan Update. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and seeking feedback on sign code and housing action plan updates.

• Public hearing for the 2025–2029 Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Plan Update
• Contract with Wolf Water Resources for Waynita Creek Restoration Project design: $829,702
• Contract with Floyd Snider, Inc. for contamination cleanup activities: $469,486
• Contract with Ryatt Construction, LLC for Main and Festival Street Improvements: $373,364
• Resolution to decline a private Comprehensive Plan Amendment request for CIO Canyon Park

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving minutes, vouchers, payroll, and several contracts totaling over $2.4 million. It also approved a resolution declining further consideration of the private Comprehensive Plan amendment for Canyon Park. The consent agenda motion passed 6‑0‑1.

• Approved minutes from March 18 and March 25, 2025 (consent agenda vote 6‑0‑1)
• Approved February 2025 vouchers
• Approved February 2025 payroll and benefit transactions
• Authorized the City Manager to sign Amendment No. 3 with Floyd Snider, Inc. for $469,486 contamination cleanup
• Authorized the City Manager to sign construction contract with Ryatt Construction, LLC for $373,364 Main and Festival Street Improvements
• Authorized the City Manager to approve design services contract with Wolf Water Resources for Waynita Creek Restoration ($829,702)
• Authorized the City Manager to sign design services amendment with Site Workshop Landscape Architecture for Park at Bothell Landing
• Adopted resolution declining further consideration of the private Comprehensive Plan amendment for Canyon Park

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for 23 applicants seeking positions on five council-appointed advisory bodies. Final appointments are scheduled for April 8, 2025.

• Interviews for 4 Arts Commission openings
• Interviews for 2 Landmark Preservation Board openings
• Interviews for 4 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee openings
• Interviews for 5 Parks & Recreation Board openings
• Interviews for 1 Planning Commission opening

The council approved the meeting agenda without any changes. Councilmembers interviewed applicants for several boards and commissions. The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 PM. No substantive actions or votes were taken.

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will hear a final report from a Creative Grant recipient, review draft guidelines for the Creative Arts Grant program, and discuss the strategic plan calendar and upcoming public art projects. They will also consider meeting minutes and receive reports from the chair on the National League of Cities and a joint council/commission meeting.

• Creative Grant Recipient Final Report by Global Artists Collective (Rob Pastorok & Marcus Sharpe)
• Review of February 20 meeting minutes (Attachment B)
• Strategic Plan Calendar and Assignments discussion
• Creative Arts Grant Draft Guideline Review
• Public Art Project Updates

The commission unanimously approved the February agenda. They also unanimously approved the January 23 minutes with two edits to a name spelling and date range. The discussion on the National League of Cities was tabled for the chair to present at the next meeting, and the joint Council/Arts Commission study session was rescheduled with a new date to be announced. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved February agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 23 minutes with edits (unanimous)
• Tabled National League of Cities discussion (no vote recorded)
• Rescheduled joint Council/Arts Commission study session (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will consider and vote on proposed Phase 1 Sign Code Amendments to remove content-based sign distinctions (on/off-premises, commercial/non-commercial) in response to Supreme Court rulings. The commission will also hold a study session on Phase 2 Development Code Amendments and consider approval of the March 5 meeting minutes.

• Vote on Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendation for Phase 1 Sign Code Update
• Study session on Phase 2 Development Code Amendments
• Approval of March 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunity for items not on the agenda

The commission approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the findings, conclusions and recommendations of the Sign Code Update study. No other substantive actions were taken, and the meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Sign Code Update findings, conclusions and recommendations (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss police department staffing and testing. The body will review eligibility lists and a new Public Safety Testing (PST) process.

• Removal of names from eligibility lists
• Certification of Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Discussion of new Public Safety Testing (PST) process and impacts
• Review of appointments and completed probations between 2.19.25 and 3.19.25

The commission approved the minutes from the February 15 meeting. It voted to remove listed names from current eligibility lists. It certified the entry‑level Police Officer Eligibility List as presented. It selected option 2 to sunset the old list on April 30, start a new list, and provide free testing vouchers for candidates who re‑test by that date.

• Approved February 15 minutes (motion passed)
• Removed specified names from eligibility lists (motion passed)
• Certified entry‑level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
• Chose option 2: sunset old list on April 30, start new list, offer testing vouchers (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $4.3M Public Works Board loan for the Downtown Utility Project, two $300K engineering contracts, and a Community Van Service agreement. Separate action items include a $225K contract for a Saturday night event series and an interlocal agreement with Kirkland for jail services through 2029. A study session will discuss the Downtown Subarea Plan update vision and goals. The meeting begins with a proclamation for Women’s History Month and public comment.

• Approval of $4.3M Public Works Board construction loan for Downtown Utility Improvement Project
• Approval of $225K professional services agreement with Gilly Wagon LLC for Saturday Night Community Event Series on Main Street
• Approval of interlocal agreement with Kirkland for jail services through 2029
• Approval of two on-call engineering contracts up to $300K each with David Evans & Associates and Perteet Inc.
• Study session on Downtown Subarea Plan Update – vision, goals, and community engagement strategy

The Bothell City Council approved a $225,000 professional services agreement with Gilly Wagon, LLC to manage a 15-week Saturday night community event series on Main Street. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $4.3 million Public Works Board loan for the Downtown Utility Improvement Project, and an interlocal agreement with Kirkland for jail services through 2029. A letter to King County Council seeking inclusion of the East Riverside Trail project in the Parks Levy Renewal was supported, pending staff corrections. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $225,000 agreement with Gilly Wagon, LLC for Saturday night event series (6-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $4.3M Public Works Board loan for Downtown Utility Project (6-0-1)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Kirkland for jail services through 2029 (6-0-1)
• Supported sending letter to King County Council for East Riverside Trail funding, pending corrections
• Accepted subcommittee's recommended interviewees for board and commission interviews, adding three applicants

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bothell Parks and Recreation Board will hear staff updates on ongoing capital projects and recreation programs, discuss a city-wide sponsorship/donation policy, and review the dog statue artwork for the Doug Allen Memorial. The board will also plan for future stakeholder engagement opportunities.

• Discussion of city-wide sponsorship/donation policy
• Update on dog statue artwork for Doug Allen Memorial
• Ongoing capital park projects update
• Update on signature events and programs
• Discussion of stakeholder development for fall/winter 2025 engagement

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff briefings on capital projects, recreation events, and a subcommittee update on a dog statue memorial. The board agreed to keep the April 10 meeting date despite spring break.

• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Maintained April 10, 2025 meeting date despite spring break (consensus)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will hold a study session on proposed updates to Chapter 12.22 BMC (Sign Code) to comply with recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings. No action will be taken at this meeting; staff are seeking initial feedback before returning on March 19 for final discussion and eventual City Council consideration. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 19, 2025, and routine reports.

• Study session on Phase 1 Sign Code Update to align with Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015) and City of Austin v. Reagan National Advertising (2022)
• Proposed removal of content-based distinctions between commercial and non-commercial signs
• Proposed removal of distinctions between on-premises and off-premises signs
• Staff plans to return March 19, 2025 for final Planning Commission discussion before City Council hearing
• Phase 2 update (Q3/Q4 2025) to simplify the entire Sign Code in line with the 2025 Imagine Bothell Comprehensive Plan

The Bothell Planning Commission held a regular meeting on March 5, 2025, with four commissioners present. They approved the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The only substantive item was a study session on the Sign Code Update, which was presented by Planner Megan Rigney and discussed, but no decision was made. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:21 p.m.

• Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Sign Code Update (no action taken)

City Council

The Bothell City Council will vote on a $2.17 million contract supplement for the Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project and approve several consent agenda items including utility and design contracts. The council will also hold a public hearing on code amendments related to State Bill 5290, discuss a downtown subarea planned action ordinance, and seek input on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan Docket. No action is required on a state legislative update or a joint study session with the Parks and Recreation Board.

• Professional Services Supplement No. 3 with WSP USA for Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project in additional amount of $2,169,138
• Public hearing on State Bill 5290 Local Project Review Code Amendments
• Planned Action Ordinance amending the Downtown Subarea Planned Action
• Construction contract with CR Construction LLC for SR 522 Stage 2B Utilities Project in amount of $211,439.64
• Amendment No. 1 to agreement with Stantec Consultants for Woodcrest Neighborhood Utility Project in amount of $244,042 (total $1,215,300.15)

The Bothell City Council approved the consent agenda 7-0, which included contracts for the SR 522 Stage 2B Utilities Project, the Woodcrest Neighborhood Utility Project design, and several interlocal agreements. The Council also approved a $2.17 million supplement for the Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project (6-0-1). Council declined to move forward on a Comprehensive Plan amendment request to allow multifamily housing on a 10-acre site in Canyon Park, instead directing staff to consider residential allowances in the subarea update.

• Approved consent agenda 7-0, including $211,439.64 contract with CR Construction for SR 522 Stage 2B Utilities Project
• Approved $244,042 amendment with Stantec for Woodcrest Neighborhood Utility Project design, bringing total to $1,215,300.15
• Approved $2,169,138 supplement with WSP for Bothell Way NE Multimodal Improvements Project (6-0-1, Curd abstained)
• Approved interlocal agreements for Chinook salmon conservation and Eastside Transportation Partnership membership
• Approved Puget Sound Energy easement on city property at 18410 101st Ave NE
• Approved Downtown Subarea Planned Action Ordinance amendment
• Declined to docket City Office REIT's Comprehensive Plan amendment for 2300-2530 223rd St SE; directed staff to consider residential uses in Canyon Park Subarea Update
• Appointed subcommittee (Curd, Alderks, Thompson) to review board/commission applications

Arts Commission

The Bothell Arts Commission will discuss updates to its strategic plan and retreat, review the Creative Arts Grant Program and public art opportunities, and consider minutes from January. Staff reports also cover the City Hall Gallery. No binding votes on large expenditures or policy changes are expected.

• Consideration of January 23 meeting minutes
• Retreat and strategic plan updates
• Creative Arts Grant Program update
• Public art opportunities discussion
• Joint Council/Arts Commission meeting scheduled for March 18

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Downtown Subarea Plan Update Community Engagement Plan, the Housing Action Plan community engagement and goals, and Phase 2 BMC Updates from the Comprehensive Plan. No formal action is required; the commission is providing feedback to staff. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 5, 2025.

• Downtown Subarea Plan Update – Community Engagement Plan study session
• Housing Action Plan – Community Engagement and Goals discussion
• Phase 2 BMC Updates from Comprehensive Plan review

The Bothell Planning Commission held a study session with presentations on the Downtown Subarea Plan, Housing Action Plan community engagement, and Phase 2 BMC Updates for the Comprehensive Plan. No formal decisions were made; the only votes were to approve the February 5 minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:27 p.m. (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and approve routine personnel actions, including removing names from eligibility lists, certifying an entry-level police officer eligibility list, and acknowledging appointments, probation completions, and other notifications from the past month.

• Removal of names from eligibility lists
• Certification of Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Review of appointments made, probations completed, and other notifications between Jan 15 and Feb 19, 2025

The Bothell Civil Service Commission approved minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting, removed names from current eligibility lists, and approved the Entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List as presented. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from January 15, 2025 meeting
• Removed names from current eligibility lists
• Approved Entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List as presented

City Council

The City Council will hold a joint study session with the Planning Commission to discuss priorities for the 2025-2029 Long-Range Planning Workplan, which includes the Climate Action Plan, Downtown Subarea Plan, Housing Action Plan, and parking code updates. The consent agenda includes a resolution authorizing a grant agreement for cleanup of the Riverside HVOC site. The council will also consider resolutions reaffirming commitment to a safe and equitable community and supporting universal health care. Proclamations for Youth Art Month and Cascadia College's 25th anniversary, and a closed session for labor negotiations are also on the agenda.

• Joint meeting with Planning Commission to set priorities for 2025-2029 Long-Range Planning Workplan (Climate Action Plan, Downtown Subarea Plan, Housing Action Plan, parking code updates)
• Consent agenda: Resolution authorizing grant agreement (No. TCPRA-2123-BothePW-00071) for cleanup of Riverside Halogenated Volatile Organic Compounds (HVOC) site
• Resolution reaffirming Bothell's commitment to building a safe, welcoming, and equitable community
• Resolution supporting universal health care for Washington State
• Proclamations recognizing Youth Art Month (March 2025) and Cascadia College 25th Anniversary (February 26, 2025)

The Bothell City Council approved a resolution reaffirming the city's commitment to building a safe, welcoming, and equitable community for all, with a 5-0 vote (two absent). They also approved a resolution supporting universal health care for Washington State, 4-1 (one opposed, two absent), and the consent agenda, which included approving prior minutes and a grant agreement for cleanup of the Riverside HVOC site. The meeting included proclamations for Youth Art Month and Cascadia College's 25th anniversary, and a study session with the Planning Commission on long-range planning priorities.

• Approved resolution reaffirming commitment to safe, welcoming, equitable community (5-0-2)
• Approved resolution supporting universal health care for Washington State (4-1-2)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 11 minutes and Ecology grant agreement for Riverside HVOC cleanup (5-0-2)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bothell Parks and Recreation Board will receive staff updates on events, programs, and strategic projects, and a subcommittee report on the dog statue artwork project at Doug Allen Sportsfield. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, and chairperson remarks. No major decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Update on dog statue artwork at Doug Allen Sportsfield
• Recap of MLK Day volunteer efforts
• Board & commission application timeline update
• Staff briefing on events, programs, projects, and operations
• Approval of January 9, 2025 meeting minutes

LEOFF

The Bothell LEOFF I Disability Board will hold a hybrid meeting to consider approval of prior meeting minutes, review a medical reimbursement claim, and evaluate Board Rule 9.11 regarding preventative dental care. No old business is scheduled.

• Approval of 10/9/24 meeting minutes
• Review claim for medical reimbursement
• Evaluate Board Rule 9.11 Dental Benefits Part A: Preventative Care

The LEOFF I Board approved a member's dental reimbursement claim and reviewed dental benefit coverage amounts, deciding no rule changes are needed. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting.

• Approved October 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved dental reimbursement claim for a LEOFF member (unanimous)
• Agreed no change to dental benefit coverage rules

City Council

The City Council will discuss funding for the Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH) and seek feedback on transportation funding options, including a potential voter-approved levy. The meeting also includes updates on the Housing Action Plan and the WSDOT I-405 Express Toll Lanes project.

• Resolution to authorize $173,748 from the General Fund and $124,700 from the Housing Trust Fund to ARCH
• Proposed ordinance to repeal and replace Bothell Municipal Code Title 6 on Animals
• Study session on transportation funding and a potential voter-approved levy
• Staff briefing on the Housing Action Plan and WSDOT I-405 Express Toll Lanes project
• Proclamation for Black History Month

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the 2025 ARCH administrative budget and work program, including a $173,748 payment from the General Fund and $124,700 from the Housing Trust Fund for housing projects in Kenmore and Bellevue. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included adopting an ordinance updating Bothell Municipal Code Title 6 on Animals. During a study session, council members expressed support for continued research into a potential voter-approved transportation levy, with staff to return in June.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and animal code update (6-0-1)
• Adopted ARCH 2025 work program and administrative budget (6-0-1)
• Authorized $173,748 General Fund payment to ARCH (6-0-1)
• Approved $124,700 Housing Trust Fund for TWG Larus and LIHI projects (6-0-1)
• Directed 2024 shared sales tax revenue to ARCH Housing Trust Fund (6-0-1)
• Supported continued research into potential transportation levy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss the preliminary vision, goals, and scope for updating the Downtown Subarea Plan, adopted in 2009. The update aims to guide downtown growth through 2026, including 1,895 additional residential units and 725,000 square feet of commercial space. Commissioners will also receive updates on the 2025 docket request and a sign code amendment legal review.

• Downtown Subarea Plan update – review of preliminary vision, goals, and scope
• 2025 docket request update
• Sign code amendment legal update
• Approval of January 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• $200 million in public investments since 2009 cited as context for downtown growth

The Bothell Planning Commission held a study session on the Downtown Subarea Plan, the 2025 Docket Request Update, and a Sign Code Amendment legal update. A motion to oppose the staff recommendation on the 2025 docket failed, with commissioners voting 2-4 (Sills and Gustafson in favor, Jones, Lever Ortiz, Robson, and Kiernan against). An amendment to add more review time also failed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to oppose staff recommendation on 2025 docket failed (2-4)
• Amendment to add more review time failed (1-4, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned at 8:34 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss adopting a new chapter of the Bothell Municipal Code regarding the acceptance of gifts and donations. The meeting also includes updates on the city's Economic Vitality Plan and the state legislative calendar.

• Adoption of a new Bothell Municipal Code chapter for Donation and Sponsorship Policy
• Approval of December 2024 payroll and benefit transactions
• Study session on the frequency of appointing a Salary Committee
• Update on Economic Vitality Plan themes of focus
• FBI-LEEDA Agency Trilogy Award presentation to Police Department command staff

The Bothell City Council approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and December 2024 payroll, and adopted a new chapter of the Bothell Municipal Code to allow accepting gifts and donations. Council also discussed future resolutions on universal health care and a sanctuary city statement, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and December 2024 payroll (7-0)
• Adopted new BMC chapter for donations and sponsorships (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution to authorize the city manager to execute a purchase and sale agreement with Bothell United Methodist Church and BRIDGE Housing for the sale of Lot P South. The council will also discuss providing a letter of support for Woodinville's $3.5 million federal grant application to acquire property for a regional community center. Additionally, staff will present a status update on the Urban Forest Management Plan and Climate Action Plan, which are funded by a $500,000 state grant and due by end of 2025.

• Resolution authorizing sale of Lot P South to Bothell United Methodist Church and BRIDGE Housing
• Discussion on letter of support for Woodinville's $3.5 million Community Project Funding application for regional community center property
• Status update on Urban Forest Management Plan and Climate Action Plan development, with $500,000 state grant and completion target of end of 2025

The City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Bothell United Methodist Church (BUMC) and BRIDGE Housing for the sale of Lot P South. The motion carried 5-2, with Councilmembers Zornes and Mahnkey opposed. The council also expressed support for a letter of support for Woodinville's Northshore Regional Community Center CPF Application.

• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to sign Purchase and Sale Agreement with BUMC for Lot P South (5-2)
• Expressed support for letter of support for Woodinville's Northshore Regional Community Center CPF Application

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2024 and 2025 Sip and Stay analytics and discuss the World Cup 2026. The meeting also includes a report on holiday lights and an open house for committee recruitment.

• World Cup 2026 discussion
• Sip and Stay 2025 and 2024 Analytics
• Holiday Lights staff report
• LTAC Recruitment Open House
• Approval of November 19, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a retreat to review progress on Council Priorities and discuss focus areas for 2025. The sessions include discussions on leadership values, council norms, and collaboration among members.

• Review of 2024 accomplishments
• Discussion of prioritized focus areas
• Establishment of Council Norms & Agreements

The City Council held a retreat on January 17-18, 2025, focused on teambuilding. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and included recesses and attendance changes.

• Approved motion to suspend rules for recording the 2025 Council Retreat (at Jan 14 regular meeting)

City Council

The Bothell City Council is holding a two-day retreat at Fire Station 42 to review 2024 accomplishments, clarify 2025 priorities, and improve council collaboration. Activities include discussions on leadership values, council norms, and prioritization of focus areas. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review progress on Council Priorities and celebrate 2024 successes
• Discuss leadership values and council norms and agreements
• Prioritize focus areas for 2025
• Retreat facilitated by Carrie Heron and Kara de Maine

The Bothell City Council held a two-day retreat on January 17-18, 2025, focused on teambuilding among councilmembers. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the retreat; the minutes only document attendance, recesses, and adjournment.

• Approved suspension of rules for recording the 2025 Council Retreat (at Jan 14 regular meeting)

Arts Commission

The commission will review a proposal for temporary artwork on the Bothell Bridge and discuss the 2025/2026 Creative Arts Grant program. The body will also address the Doug Allen Sculpture Committee and updates on the City Hall Gallery.

• Will Schlough proposal for temporary artwork on the Bothell Bridge
• Creative Arts Grant Program 2025/2026 planning
• Doug Allen Sculpture Committee discussion
• 4Culture Sustained Support Grant Award staff report
• City Hall Gallery and Mural Wall updates

The Bothell Arts Commission held a routine meeting, approving the January agenda and minutes from January and December special meetings. They discussed the Doug Allen Sculpture project, estimated at up to $60,000, and selected 'Fishing Frog' as the concept for temporary public art. The commission also reviewed the Creative Grants Program for 2025-2026, with 4Culture funding doubled to $26,000.

• Approved January agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected 'Fishing Frog' concept for temporary public art by Will Schlough
• Reviewed Creative Grants Program 2025-2026 using 4Culture funds
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bothell Planning Commission will hold study sessions on two major initiatives: the kick-off of the city's first Climate Action Plan, funded in part by a $500,000 state grant, and an update to the Housing Action Plan to comply with state middle-housing requirements. No votes are scheduled; staff seek initial feedback on both plans. The commission will also approve the minutes from its November 6, 2024 meeting.

• Study session on Climate Action Plan, including a greenhouse gas inventory and community engagement strategy
• Study session on Housing Action Plan update to comply with HB 1110 middle-housing mandate by June 30, 2025
• $500,000 Climate Planning Grant from Washington State Department of Commerce for CAP and Urban Forest Management Plan
• Approval of November 6, 2024 Planning Commission minutes

The Bothell Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no public comments. The commission approved the November 6, 2024 minutes unanimously. The meeting included study sessions on the Climate Action Plan kickoff and the Housing Action Plan update, with discussion only. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (all present in favor)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to manage personnel lists and certifications. The body is scheduled to discuss the removal of names from eligibility lists and the certification of the entry-level police officer list.

• Removal of names from eligibility lists
• Certification of Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Review of appointments and probation completions between 11.20.24 and 1.15.25

The Bothell Civil Service Commission approved the removal of names from current eligibility lists and certified the Entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List as presented. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved minutes from November 25, 2024 Special Meeting
• Approved removal of names from current eligibility lists
• Approved Entry-level Police Officer Eligibility List as presented

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preferred conceptual design for the Park at Bothell Landing and a proposal for a Night Market event series. The body is also considering a contract amendment for comprehensive plan implementation services.

• Amendment No. 3 with Fehr & Peers, Inc. for $313,205 (total contract $1,235,870) for 2024 Imagine Bothell Comprehensive Plan implementation
• Study session on the Preferred Conceptual Design of the Park at Bothell Landing
• Discussion on a proposal from Gilly Wagon LLC for a Night Market Event Series
• Proclamation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Staff briefing on the City of Bothell Micromobility Strategy Process

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $313,205 amendment to the Fehr & Peers consulting contract for the Imagine Bothell Comprehensive Plan, bringing the total to $1,235,870. They also approved the January 7, 2025 minutes and suspended recording rules for the upcoming retreat. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and discussions on the night market, skatepark, and Park at Bothell Landing design.

• Approved $313,205 contract amendment with Fehr & Peers for Imagine Bothell plan (7-0)
• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Suspended recording rules for January 17-18 Council Retreat (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving the December 12, 2024 minutes and receive annual updates from staff on park maintenance and recreation programs. A subcommittee will report on the Doug Allen Sportsfield Dog Statue Project. Public comment will be taken.

• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Annual park maintenance update from Parks Operations Manager Scott Purdy
• General recreation update from Recreation & Community Event Coordinator Blaine Land
• Subcommittee report on Doug Allen Sportsfield Dog Statue Project

The Parks and Recreation Board meeting was informational only, with no substantive decisions made. The board heard annual updates from staff on park maintenance, staffing, and 2025 event planning, and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several professional service agreements and interlocal agreements. The body is also considering an interim ordinance regarding local project reviews in response to Senate Bill 5290.

• On-call construction management agreements with DOWL (up to $300,000) and Perteet (up to $300,000)
• Interlocal Agreement with King County for jail services through December 31, 2029
• Interlocal Agreement establishing the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force
• Five-year agreement with Ogden Murphy Wallace, PLLC to serve as City Ethics Officer
• Interim ordinance for local project review in response to Senate Bill 5290

The Bothell City Council approved the consent agenda 7-0, which included contracts for construction management, an easement with Puget Sound Energy, jail services with King County, and a drug task force agreement. They also adopted an interim ordinance amending municipal code sections in response to Senate Bill 5290. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda 7-0, including $300K contracts with DOWL and Perteet for on-call construction management
• Approved easement agreement with Puget Sound Energy for street light takeover
• Approved interlocal agreement with King County for jail services through 2029
• Approved interlocal agreement establishing Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force
• Approved 5-year ethics officer contract with Ogden Murphy Wallace
• Adopted interim ordinance amending BMC Chapters 11.04, 11.06, 11.10, 11.12 (7-0)