Everett public meetings in 2025

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission will review and approve personnel actions from November and December 2025. The body will also discuss scheduling meeting dates for 2026.

• Approval of November 2025 Personnel Action Report
• Approval of Chief Examiner approvals for December 2025
• Approval of Chief Examiner certifications for December 2025
• Discussion of Civil Service Commission meeting dates for 2026

The December 17, 2025 Civil Service Commission meeting did not achieve a quorum. Because of the lack of quorum, the meeting was rescheduled to Monday, January 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Rescheduled meeting to Monday, January 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM (no vote)

Everett City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure projects, utility billing due date changes, and a historic place designation. The body is also reviewing payroll and general claims totaling over $8.4 million.

• PSA for 41st Street to Rucker Avenue Corridor Phase 2 in the amount of $2,649,646
• Ordinance relating to due dates for utility billing (CB 2512-87)
• Adding the residence at 1702 Rucker Avenue to the Everett Register of Historic Places
• Payroll claims of $5,863,618.47 and general claims of $2,574,128.43
• Interlocal Agreement for Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force in the amount of $30,760

Everett City Council

The Parks and Built Environment Council will receive a staff update on downtown parking, reviewing the 2019 study results, current challenges, and stakeholder input. The committee will consider recommendations such as hiring a downtown parking manager, extending enforcement to Saturdays, and implementing paid on‑street parking. No formal decisions are noted; the discussion will shape next steps for a downtown parking strategy.

• Review of 2019 parking study showing 2,057 on‑street stalls and 7,345 off‑street stalls
• Current time limits of 30 and 90 minutes and a residential permit program north of 41st St
• Recommendation to hire a downtown parking manager and reboot enforcement
• Proposal to extend enforcement to Saturdays and implement paid on‑street parking in the downtown core
• Planned occupancy study of weekday and weekend Silvertips and larger utilization study in April and May

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will consider several consent items, including a $3,716,637.34 claim settlement and a $2,020,202.02 water‑main replacement contract. It will also act on proposed ordinances that close or create special improvement projects and adopt a basic salary schedule for 2026. A public hearing will address the renewal and expansion of the Downtown Everett Business Improvement Area. Finally, the council will adopt the 2025 revised budget appropriations.

• Adopt resolution authorizing $3,716,637.34 in claims against the City of Everett
• Award the $2,020,202.02 construction contract for Water Main Replacement “Y”, Phase 2 to Interwest Construction, Inc.
• Approve a $335,000 annual professional services agreement with Perteet Inc. for a site assessment and feasibility study
• Authorize $95,000 amendment for interim finance director services for Mike Bailey
• Adopt ordinance establishing the basic salary schedule for City of Everett employees for 2026

Cultural Arts Commission

The Everett Cultural Arts Commission met on December 9, 2025 at 2930 Wetmore Ave. After routine roll call, agenda adoption, and minutes acceptance, the commission performed a land acknowledgment reading. The meeting included commission updates and a business discussion on the 2026 Cultural Arts Grants and the 2026 work planning.

• Land Acknowledgment Reading
• Commission updates (council, commissioners, staff)
• Discussion of 2026 Cultural Arts Grants
• Discussion of 2026 Work Planning

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission approved five $5,000 grants for community arts programs, including Latin American Day of the Dead events, Evergreen Arboretum, Huong Viet Arts Group, Imagine Children’s Museum, and Schack Art Center. The September agenda was unanimously approved. The city’s Creative District application was moved to the 2026 cycle, and commissioners noted the need to select a new chair in 2027 and a new vice‑chair in 2026.

• Unanimously approved September 2025 agenda (motion by Leland, second by Jane)
• Awarded five $5,000 Cultural Arts Grants to specified community groups
• Moved Everett’s Creative District designation application to the 2026 cycle
• Identified need for a new Chair in 2027 and Vice‑Chair in 2026 (succession planning)
• Approved signage suggestion for bike racks on Broadway; staff to follow up with Transit

Everett City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2026 basic salary schedule for city employees and the renewal and expansion of the Downtown Everett Business Improvement Area. The body is also reviewing the 2025 revised city budget and various special improvement projects.

• Proposed 2026 basic salary schedule for City of Everett employees
• Public hearing on renewing and expanding the Downtown Everett Business Improvement Area for 2026–2030
• Purchase agreement for a drainage and sewerline camera truck from CUES, Inc. not to exceed $744,313.67
• Proposed $500,000 for Wiggums Hollow Playground Repair project
• Approval of 2025 Revised City of Everett Budget appropriations

Everett Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to vote on a design review for a 2-unit DADU and a special valuation. The body will also discuss CLG grants.

• Design Review of 2-Unit DADU at 2227 Virginia Avenue
• Special Valuation for 1611 Everett Avenue
• Discussion regarding CLG grants

The commission accepted the agenda as amended and approved the October 28, 2025 meeting summary, both unanimously. It also approved the proposed design for two detached accessory dwelling units with garages at 2227 Virginia Avenue, a Neighborhood Residential property in the Riverside Historic Overlay Zone. The next meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, with no meeting in December.

• Accepted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Approved design for two detached ADUs at 2227 Virginia Avenue (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Tuesday, January 27 and will not meet in December

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Transportation Advisory Committee will receive informational briefings and hold discussions on three primary topics. The meeting includes reports from engineering, traffic, police, and transit departments.

• Vision Zero Everett update briefing by Kimley-Horn
• Discussion on freight traffic on Everett streets
• Review of downtown parking policy and practice
• Recognition of outgoing committee members

The committee approved the September meeting minutes, adding two amendments. The amendments specify the location of locally funded paving work and add details about the Vision Zero speed management plan. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved September meeting minutes with two amendments (paving work location; Vision Zero speed plan details)

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission will meet to approve personnel reports and applicant calls. The body is deciding on new and revised classification specifications for six different job roles.

• Revised classification specification for Construction Inspector I
• New classification specification for Construction Inspector II
• Revised classification specification for Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
• New classification specification for Senior Billing Specialist
• New classification specifications for Utility Billing Specialist and Utility Billing Technician

The commission approved revised and new classification specifications for several positions, including Construction Inspector I and II, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, Senior Billing Specialist, Utility Billing Specialist, and Utility Billing Technician. All motions were moved by a commissioner, seconded by another, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved revised classification specification for Construction Inspector I (unanimous)
• Approved new classification specification for Construction Inspector II (unanimous)
• Approved revised classification specification for Fleet Maintenance Supervisor (unanimous)
• Approved new classification specification for Senior Billing Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved new classification specification for Utility Billing Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved new classification specification for Utility Billing Technician (unanimous)

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will adopt resolutions to authorize $5.8 million in claims and $5.66 million in payroll claims. It will award a $104,860,670.13 contract to Absher/Stellar J Joint Venture for the Port Gardner Storage Facility construction. The council will also adopt ordinances to levy EMS and regular property taxes for fiscal year 2026 and appropriate a $943,828,973 budget for the city.

• Adopt Resolution authorizing $5,803,197.64 claims against the city (period ending Oct 31, 2025)
• Adopt Resolution authorizing $5,661,995.74 payroll claims (period ending Nov 1, 2025)
• Award contract to Absher/Stellar J Joint Venture for Port Gardner Storage Facility – $104,860,670.13
• Adopt ordinance levying EMS property taxes for FY 2026
• Adopt ordinance appropriating the 2026 city budget – $943,828,973

Everett Planning Commission

The Everett Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and make a recommendation on Critical Area Regulations. It will also provide an update on the Everett 2044 Housekeeping Amendments. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, commissioner and staff reports, and an open public comment period.

• Critical Area Regulations – public hearing and recommendation
• Everett 2044 Housekeeping Amendments – update
• Approval of minutes
• Roll call and land acknowledgement
• Open public comment

The commission revised the agenda to discuss Housekeeping Regulations before Critical Areas. It adopted a staff‑proposed addition to Planning Commission Resolution 25‑02 and amended it so the fee will adjust automatically each year based on the Seattle‑Tacoma‑Bellevue CPI starting Jan 1 2027. The revised Resolution 25‑02 was then approved. A public hearing on the Critical Area Regulations was opened and later closed.

• Revised agenda order to discuss Housekeeping Regulations before Critical Areas (consensus)
• Adopted staff‑proposed addition to Planning Commission Resolution 25‑02 (unanimous)
• Amended fee provision to auto‑adjust with Seattle‑Tacoma‑Bellevue CPI beginning Jan 1 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved revised Planning Commission Resolution 25‑02 (unanimous)
• Opened Critical Area Regulations public hearing (unanimous)
• Closed Critical Area Regulations public hearing (unanimous)

Everett Parks Board

The Everett Parks Board will review the annual golf program, consider a change to golf fees, receive an update on the city’s park budget, and examine the capital improvement list. After the informational items, the board will address new business such as recognizing the outgoing council liaison. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Annual Golf Update (20 minutes)
• Golf Fee Adjustment (20 minutes)
• Annual Budget Update (20 minutes)
• Capital Improvement List Review (20 minutes)
• Recognition of outgoing council liaison (new business)

Everett City Council

The Parks and Built Environment Council Committee will receive a staff update on the Manufactured Home Overlay Zone Ordinance. The committee will also consider topics for the next meeting's agenda. No decisions or votes are indicated in this agenda.

• Manufactured Home Overlay Zone Ordinance Update from Staff

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will consider several consent items, including a $7,355,188.87 claim resolution and authorizations for grants and agreements. It will hold a public hearing on ordinances that levy EMS and regular property taxes for fiscal year 2026. The council will also adopt the 2026 budget appropriation of $943,828,973 and consider revisions to the business and occupation tax and a special improvement project for Evergreen Way drainage. An action item will amend the municipal code to add a provision on exposing a minor child to domestic violence.

• Adopt Resolution authorizing $7,355,188.87 in claims against the City (period ending Oct 31 2025)
• Authorize Mayor to sign amended interlocal agreement with Snohomish County (not to exceed $200,000)
• Adopt Ordinance appropriating the 2026 City budget of $943,828,973
• Adopt EMS Property Tax Ordinance for fiscal year starting Jan 1 2026
• Create Evergreen Way Drainage Improvements Special Improvement Project

Everett City Council

The committee will receive a staff briefing on the Fire Department’s standards of cover analysis. It will also hear a briefing on unlicensed street food vendors. The meeting will end with discussion of proposed agenda items for the next meeting. No public comment will be taken.

• Fire Department standards of cover analysis briefing
• Unlicensed street food vendors briefing
• Discussion of next meeting proposed agenda items

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will consider a series of consent items, including resolutions to authorize $2,223,274.20 in claims and $5,663,312.35 in payroll claims for October 2025. A major agenda item is the adoption of an ordinance appropriating the 2026 city budget in the amount of $943,828,973, along with ordinances to levy EMS and regular property taxes for fiscal year 2026. Additional items include a call for bids on the Lenora Regional Stormwater Facility Project and the creation of special improvement projects for a police boathouse and Cedar Hall demolition.

• Adopt resolution authorizing $2,223,274.20 in claims against the city for Oct 18‑24, 2025
• Adopt resolution authorizing $5,663,312.35 payroll claims for the period ending Oct 18, 2025
• Adopt ordinance appropriating the 2026 budget of $943,828,973
• Adopt ordinances levying EMS and regular property taxes for fiscal year starting Jan 1, 2026
• Authorize a call for bids for the Lenora Regional Stormwater Facility Project

Everett Planning Commission

The Everett Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, begin with roll call and approve the previous meeting’s minutes. Commissioners and staff will present reports and open public comment. The commission will consider old business concerning critical area regulations.

• Roll call and land acknowledgement
• Approval of minutes
• Reports and comments from commissioners and staff
• Public comment period
• Discussion of critical area regulations (old business)

The commission read a land acknowledgement, approved the meeting minutes with an amendment, heard brief staff reports and public comment, and received a briefing on the 2025 critical area regulation update. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded.

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission holds a special meeting on Oct. 29, 2025 to consider several approvals. Commissioners will vote on the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes, the September 2025 Personnel Action Report, and October 2025 Chief Examiner approvals and certifications. The agenda also includes public comment and other business items.

• Approval of the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of the Personnel Action Report (September 2025)
• Approval of Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants (October 2025)
• Approval of Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers (October 2025)
• Public comment

The commission approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the September 2025 Personnel Action Report. The Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants for October 2025 were approved. The Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers for October 2025 were approved. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2025 Personnel Action Report (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants for October 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers for October 2025 (unanimous)

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing $2,790,468.63 in claims against the city for the period ending October 17, 2025. It will also set a public hearing for November 19 to discuss renewing and expanding the Downtown Everett Business Improvement Area through 2030. Additional items include approval of a $20,000 ASPCA grant, adoption of ordinances for a police boathouse design fund and a code amendment on domestic‑violence exposure, and the purchase of 3310 Paine Avenue.

• Adopt resolution authorizing $2,790,468.63 in claims against the city (Oct 11‑17, 2025)
• Approve Mayor’s acceptance of a $20,000 grant from the ASPCA for the Fund for the Animals
• Adopt ordinance creating the City of Everett Police Boathouse Project to fund design costs
• Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 10.16 to add exposing a minor child to domestic violence
• Authorize purchase of property at 3310 Paine Avenue and approve the purchase‑sale agreement

Everett Historical Commission

The Everett Historical Commission will meet to vote on a register nomination and a design review. The body will also approve the September meeting summary.

• Everett Register Nomination for 1702 Rucker Avenue
• Design Review of 2-Unit DADU at 2313 Everett Avenue
• Approval of September meeting summary

The commission accepted the amended agenda and approved the September meeting summary, both unanimously. It recommended approval of the 1702 Rucker Avenue historic nomination, noting the garage is non‑contributing. It also recommended approval of the 2313 Everett Avenue two‑unit ADU design with specific exterior conditions. The next meeting was scheduled for November 25, 2025.

• Accepted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 1702 Rucker Ave historic nomination, garage non‑contributing (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 2313 Everett Ave 2‑unit ADU design with deeper eaves and shingle siding (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will consider a series of financial authorizations, including claims, payroll and electronic fund transfers totaling over $27 million. It will also authorize the mayor to sign amendments to Boeing right‑of‑entry agreements for two city‑owned parcels and a professional services agreement with Brown & Caldwell for the WPCF Headworks Replacement project. Several special improvement project ordinances and a resolution establishing prohibited drug‑trafficking areas will be voted on. A public hearing will address a petition to vacate alleys bounded by Rockefeller, Oakes, Pacific and 32nd streets.

• Adopt Resolution authorizing $4,339,931.02 in claims against the city (period ending Oct 4‑10, 2025)
• Adopt Resolution authorizing $5,691,641.10 payroll claims (period ending Oct 4, 2025)
• Authorize mayor to sign Amendment No. 3 to Right‑of‑Entry Agreement for Boeing on parcel 28040300100100
• Authorize mayor to sign Amendment No. 3 to Right‑of‑Entry Agreement for Boeing on parcel 29043400404100
• Authorize mayor to sign professional services agreement with Brown & Caldwell for $8,998,917 WPCF Headworks Replacement

Animal Shelter Advisory Board

The board is reviewing Q2 2025 performance measures and municipal code revisions regarding commercial kennels and habitual violators. Members also discussed the impact of the Wandering Rover program and a grant-funded dog behavior pilot.

• Review of Q2 2025 performance measures, including a $445,175 fund transfer for Vet Services wages
• Discussion of municipal code revisions for commercial kennels and habitual violators
• Report on Wandering Rover program: 293 dogs participated and 233 were adopted
• Update on grant-funded dog behavior pilot program running through December
• Announcement of Clark Park Dog Park opening on July 29

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Everett Transportation Advisory Committee will meet on Oct 16, 2025 for informational briefings on traffic signal operations policy and practice, presented by Jenny Liu of Public Works, and to discuss comments on the city’s Vision Zero initiative, led by Corey Hert of Public Works. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion.

• Traffic Signal Operations: Policy and Practice – informational briefing (Jenny Liu, Public Works)
• Vision Zero Everett Comments – informational briefing and discussion (Corey Hert, Public Works)

The committee approved the minutes from the August meeting. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and informational briefings.

• Approved August meeting minutes

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will vote on four consent items, including a resolution to authorize $1,585,315.24 in claims for the period ending October 3, 2025, a surplus vehicle sale, partial property‑damage settlements, and a WSDOT Green Transportation Grant agreement. The council will also consider several ordinances, such as extending service‑facility buffer zones through 2027, creating special improvement projects on 41st Street to Rucker Avenue and a lift station, and amending park‑path and pedestrian‑safety projects. All items are scheduled for first, second, or final readings as indicated.

• Adopt Resolution authorizing $1,585,315.24 in claims against the City (period ending Sep 27 2025‑Oct 3 2025)
• Adopt Resolution declaring a 2009 Toyota Prius (A0060) surplus and authorizing public auction
• Adopt Ordinance amending Ordinance 3957-23 to extend service‑facility buffer zones until Dec 31 2027
• Adopt Ordinance creating Special Improvement Project “41st Street to Rucker Avenue Corridor Phase 2” (Fund 303, Program 123)
• Adopt Ordinance creating Special Improvement Project “Lift Station #24 Conveyance Improvements” (Fund 336, Program 050)

Everett City Council

The Parks and Built Environment Council Committee will meet on Oct. 8, 2025 to discuss several updates. Items include vacant storefront and façade maintenance issues tied to downtown revitalization, a staff update on the Park and Park Amenities Naming Policy, and an update on South Everett grocery access initiatives. The committee will also consider topics for the next meeting agenda. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Vacant storefronts, façade maintenance, downtown revitalization, and vacant big‑box stores
• Park and Park Amenities Naming Policy and Procedures update (staff report)
• South Everett grocery access initiatives update (staff report)
• Discussion of next meeting agenda topics

Everett City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding indigent defense standards and discuss establishing prohibited areas for drug trafficking. The body is also reviewing several special improvement projects for pedestrian safety and infrastructure.

• Final vote on an ordinance relating to indigent defense standards (CB 2508-49)
• Contract with Osborn Consulting Inc. for fish passage assessments for $100,000
• Sole source purchase from Braun Northwest Inc. for ambulance services at approximately $400,000 annually
• Authorization of claims totaling $4,832,328.83 and payroll claims of $5,757,772.19
• Proposed extension of service facility buffer zones until December 31, 2027

Everett Planning Commission

The Everett Planning Commission will convene to review old business regarding critical areas regulations. The meeting includes a roll call, approval of minutes, and a public comment period. No new ordinances or contracts are scheduled for a vote.

• Approval of minutes
• Critical areas regulations briefing
• Commission reports and comments
• Open public comment

The commission approved the minutes from the August 19 and September 16 meetings. They reviewed proposed amendments to chapters 19.04 and 19.37 of the Unified Development Code but took no action. The commission noted a change to the minutes template to include video recordings on the city’s YouTube channel. No vote tallies were recorded for the approval.

• Approved August 19 and September 16 minutes (no vote tally provided)

Everett City Council

The committee will receive a briefing on the Community Alternative Response Everett (CARE) Team and an update on the Police UAV Program. Members will also propose items for future agendas.

• Community Alternative Response Everett (CARE) Team briefing
• Police UAV Program update

The Community Health & Safety Council Committee heard a briefing on the Community Alternative Response Everett (CARE) team and an update on the police UAV program. The committee discussed proposed agenda items for the next meeting and listed several pending topics for future agendas, including fire department standards, CPTED tools, and fentanyl exposure penalties. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded during this meeting.

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will consider a series of consent items, including a resolution to authorize $2,898,770.50 in claims for the period September 13‑19, 2025, and a call for bids on the Edgewater Park renovation. Council members will also vote on several professional services agreements and amendment contracts, such as a $1,311,609 amendment with Jacobs Engineering and a $131,766 engineering services contract for an Everett Transit bus‑charger installation. Proposed action items include a second reading of an indigent defense ordinance and first readings of special improvement projects for Lift Station #24, Walter E. Hall Park path, and RRFB pedestrian safety. A public hearing on the 2026 budget revenue forecast will conclude the agenda.

• Adopt Resolution authorizing $2,898,770.50 in claims for Sep 13‑19, 2025
• Authorize call for bids for the Edgewater Park Renovation Project
• Approve Amendment No. 3 with Jacobs Engineering Group for $1,311,609
• Create a Special Improvement Project for “Lift Station #24 Conveyance Improvements”
• Approve Engineering Services PSA for Everett Transit bus‑charger installation ($131,766)

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission will consider several approvals, including the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting and a personnel action report from August 2025. It will also approve chief examiner approvals of calls for applicants and certifications of eligible registers for September 2025. In new business, the commission will vote on the revised classification specification for the Fire Division Chief.

• Approve minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting
• Approve personnel action report (August 2025)
• Approve chief examiner approvals of calls for applicants (September 2025)
• Approve chief examiner certifications of eligible registers (September 2025)
• Approve revised classification specification for Fire Division Chief

The Everett Civil Service Commission approved the meeting minutes from August 27, 2025, and the Personnel Action Report for August 2025. It also approved the Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants and certifications of eligible registers for September 2025. In new business, the commission unanimously approved the revised classification specification for the Fire Division Chief.

• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Action Report for August 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants for September 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers for September 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved revised classification specification for Fire Division Chief (unanimous)

Everett City Council

The City Council will review the 2026-2030 Everett Housing Strategy and consider an ordinance for the North Broadway Pedestrian Bridge project. The body is also deciding on several lease agreements and city claims.

• Ordinance to create North Broadway Pedestrian Bridge Special Improvement Project
• Approximately $541,000 contract with Carahsoft Technology Corp over five years
• Lease agreement with Everett Silvertips at 2000 Hewitt
• Proposed alley vacation hearing for block bounded by Rockefeller Ave, Oakes Ave, Pacific Ave, and 32nd St
• Claims authorization of $4,700,194.88 and payroll claims of $5,800,547.36

Everett Historical Commission

The Everett Historical Commission will approve the July meeting summary and conduct two design reviews: a pergola structure at 1528 Grand Ave and a conceptual 2‑unit accessory dwelling unit at 2313 Everett Ave. The meeting will also include routine items such as attendance, agenda acceptance, citizen comments, and setting the date and topics for the next meeting.

• Approval of July meeting summary (Action Item)
• Design Review of Pergola Structure at 1528 Grand Ave (Action Item)
• Conceptual Design Review of 2‑Unit DADU at 2313 Everett Ave
• Next meeting date and subjects
• Citizen comments for items not on agenda

The Everett Historical Commission unanimously accepted the amended agenda. It also unanimously approved the July 2, 2025 meeting summary. The commission approved the design of a detached pergola at 1528 Grand Ave and the design of a detached ADU at 2321 Rucker Ave. The 2‑unit ADU design at 2313 Everett Ave was not decided and will be revisited at a future meeting.

• Accepted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Approved pergola design at 1528 Grand Ave (unanimous)
• Approved ADU design at 2321 Rucker Ave (unanimous)

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Everett Transportation Advisory Committee will receive an informational briefing on the Swift Gold Line service. A second briefing will cover local service integration with the Swift Gold Line. A third briefing and discussion will address Vision Zero Everett. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Swift Gold Line – informational briefing (Community Transit)
• Local Service Integration with Swift Gold Line – informational briefing (Transit Director Michael Schmieder)
• Vision Zero Everett – informational briefing and discussion (Public Works)

The committee approved the July meeting minutes. An amendment was adopted to change Sonja Bodge’s status from Guest to Member. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved July meeting minutes with amendment moving Sonja Bodge from Guests to Members

Everett City Council

The Budget Council Committee is reviewing the July financial report and general government budget forecasts. The meeting includes a preview of budget balancing measures to address projected deficits through 2032.

• July Financial Report showing YTD actual revenues of $94,375,420
• B&O Tax YTD actual receipts of $16,420,168
• Sales Tax YTD actual receipts of $22,219,399
• Proposed expenditure reductions including $213,346 from department M&O growth
• Proposed revenue transfers including $2,296,117 and $2,556,139 from Local COVID Relief Program funds

Everett City Council

The council will adopt the appropriations of the 2025 Revised City of Everett Budget, amending Ordinance No. 4099-25. It will also consider grant authorizations, including a $120,000 municipal stormwater capacity grant, a $300,000 Defense Community Infrastructure Program grant, and a Washington State Department of Transportation commute‑trip reduction grant. Additional actions include adopting ordinances for the North Broadway Pedestrian Bridge and Riverpoint Outfalls Replacement special improvement projects and a resolution rebuking Kroger’s closure of the SW Everett Fred Meyer store.

• Adopt resolution authorizing $5,226,521.40 in claims against the city for the period ending Sep 5 2025.
• Authorize the mayor to apply for and sign a $120,000 municipal stormwater capacity grant.
• Adopt ordinance creating the “North Broadway Pedestrian Bridge” Special Improvement Project (Fund 303, Program 133).
• Adopt ordinance creating the “Riverpoint Outfalls Replacement” Special Improvement Project (Fund 336, Program 049).
• Adopt ordinance approving appropriations of the 2025 Revised City of Everett Budget (amending Ordinance No. 4099‑25).

Everett Planning Commission

The Everett Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on item E2044 Housekeeping. The commission will also discuss new Critical Area Regulations. Both items are scheduled for the September 16, 2025 meeting.

• E2044 Housekeeping – public hearing and recommendation (old business)
• Critical Area Regulations – discussion as new business

The commission approved moving the agenda out of order. It opened and then closed a public hearing with no public comments. An amendment to retain dumpster restrictions in the code was adopted. Resolution 25‑02 was approved with three amendments.

• Agenda taken out of order approved
• Public hearing opened (no public present)
• Public hearing closed
• Code amendment adopted to keep dumpster restrictions
• Resolution 25‑02 approved with three amendments

Everett City Council

The Parks and Built Environment Council Committee will discuss an update to the Manufactured Home Overlay Zone Ordinance and receive a briefing on park safety. The meeting will not include public comment.

• Manufactured Home Overlay Zone Ordinance update and discussion
• Park Safety Briefing
• Downtown Storefronts Listening Session (future agenda)
• Everett Mall Way Pedestrian Safety (future agenda)
• Bond Street Project Briefing (future agenda)

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will consider several consent items, including authorizing $11,293,701.77 in claims and $5,676,093.78 in payroll claims. It will award a $868,210 construction contract for the Forest Park Pickleball Court and accept completion of the Water Main Replacement “Y” Phase 1. The council will also move forward with the second reading of the ordinance approving the 2025 revised city budget and other special improvement projects.

• Adopt resolution authorizing $11,293,701.77 in claims against the city (period ending Aug 23‑29, 2025)
• Adopt resolution authorizing $5,676,093.78 in payroll claims (period ending Aug 23, 2025)
• Award $868,210 contract to Diverse Earthworks, Inc. for Forest Park Pickleball Court installation
• Second‑reading ordinance (CB 2508‑47) approving appropriations of the 2025 revised city budget
• Second‑reading ordinance (CB 2508‑46) creating the Riverpoint Outfalls Replacement special improvement project

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will meet to review its 2025/2026 workplan and 2026 goals. The body will also discuss succession planning and the 2026 Cultural Arts Grant.

• 2025/2026 Workplan Review
• Cultural Arts Grant 2026
• Broadway Bike Racks Refin
• Succession Planning and Terms

Everett City Council

The Everett City Council will consider approving a 2025 budget amendment and final readings for two special improvement projects. The meeting also includes consent items for city claims, a grant application, and agreements with Sound Transit and Snohomish County.

• Approve 2025 Revised City Budget and Amendment No. 3
• Create 'Riverpoint Outfalls Replacement' special improvement project
• Create 'Municipal Court Access Control Installation Project'
• Authorize $101,000 for Sex Offender Address and Residency Verification Program
• Authorize $53,150 for Emergency Management Performance Grant application

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission approved the July 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the Personnel Action Report for July 2025. The Commission approved the Chief Examiner's approvals of calls for applicants for August 2025. Finally, it approved the Chief Examiner's certifications of eligible registers for August 2025. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 Personnel Action Report (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers (unanimous)

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Transportation Advisory Committee reviewed engineering reports, Vision Zero updates, the long‑range transit plan, and the outdoor event center project, and reported that all 11 photo‑enforcement cameras are now operational. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational briefings and discussion.

Everett City Council

The Budget Council Committee is discussing the city's general government budget performance through June 2025. The meeting covers financial forecasting regarding the budget deficit and a review of the Contingency Reserve.

• Year-to-date general government budget performance as of June 2025
• Financial forecasting and its impact on the budget deficit
• Review of the Contingency Reserve (Rainy Day Fund) with an estimated 2025 ending balance of $3,873,676
• B&O Tax YTD actual receipts of $10,066,349
• Sales Tax YTD actual receipts of $18,965,283

Everett City Council

The City Council will vote on an ordinance creating a civil infraction for illegal graffiti. The body is also reviewing several special improvement projects for parks and the municipal court, and authorizing over $7.8 million in claims.

• Authorization of claims against the city totaling $7,818,281.65
• Final reading of an ordinance creating a civil infraction for graffiti taggers
• Proposed projects for Forest Park pickleball courts and Lion's Park lighting
• Proposed Municipal Court Access Control Installation Project
• WSDOT Green Transportation Grant Agreement for bus charging at Everett Station

Everett Planning Commission

The commission approved the May 6, 20, and June 3 meeting minutes. Commissioners elected Nathan Shelby as vice-chair, with the motion passing unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 6, 20, and June 3 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Nathan Shelby as vice-chair (unanimous)

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission approved the June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and several personnel actions. It also approved the chief examiner approvals for July applicant calls and eligible register certifications. In new business, the commission unanimously approved revised classification specifications for the Fire Division Chief, a Treatment Plant Operator‑In‑Training, and Water Pollution Control Operators I‑III.

• Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Action Report for June 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants for July 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers for July 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved revised classification specification for Fire Division Chief (unanimous)
• Approved revised classification specification for Treatment Plant Operator‑In‑Training (unanimous)
• Approved revised classification specifications for Water Pollution Control Operators I‑III (unanimous)

Everett Historical Commission

The Everett Historical Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the May 27, 2025 meeting summary. Commissioners also voted unanimously to approve the proposed one‑story addition to the residence at 1908 Baker Avenue in the Riverside Historic District. The next commission meeting was scheduled for September 22, 2025.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Approved proposed one‑story addition at 1908 Baker Avenue (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 22, 2025

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Everett Transportation Advisory Committee met on June 18, 2025 and provided updates on Vision Zero safety initiatives, pavement condition findings, and proposed transit service changes. The session was informational and included discussion of engineering projects and community outreach plans. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. It also approved the May 2025 Personnel Action Report, the June 2025 Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants, and the June 2025 Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers. Additionally, the commission approved the eligible register for Fire Captain. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Action Report for May 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants for June 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers for June 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved eligible register for Fire Captain (unanimous)

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Transportation Advisory Committee reviewed updates on pavement projects, pedestrian improvements, Vision Zero initiatives, transit service changes, and other items. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 9:44 a.m.

Everett Planning Commission

The Everett Planning Commission adopted a recommendation that the inclusionary zoning regulations (19.09.070) be removed and that the City pursue a sub‑area planning effort. It also approved a recommendation for the City Council to adopt the Everett 2044 Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations. Both actions passed unanimously. The public hearing was closed by a unanimous motion.

• Closed public hearing (motion by Nathan Shelby, seconded by Todd Welch) – unanimous
• Amended motion to sunset inclusionary zoning in three years (motion by Kevin Ballard, seconded by Todd Welch) – unanimous
• Recommended removal of inclusionary zoning regulations (19.09.070) and sub‑area planning effort – unanimous
• Recommended City Council adopt the Everett 2044 Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations – unanimous

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission approved the April 23, 2025 meeting minutes and the April 2025 Personnel Action Report. It also approved the Chief Examiner’s May 2025 approvals of calls for applicants and certifications of eligible registers. The commission re‑established the classification specification for the Public Works Dispatcher. Additionally, it extended acting appointments for Lieutenant Doug Jackson, Sergeant Travis Katzar, and Captain Brett Yeadon, all unanimously.

• Approved April 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 Personnel Action Report (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants for May 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers for May 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved re‑established classification specification for Public Works Dispatcher (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum extension on acting appointment for Acting Lieutenant Doug Jackson (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum extension on acting appointment for Acting Sergeant Travis Katzar (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum extension on acting appointment for Acting Captain Brett Yeadon (unanimous)

Everett Historical Commission

The commission accepted the revised agenda. The March 25 meeting summary was approved unanimously. Plans for an accessory dwelling unit at 2811 Victor Place were accepted as submitted with a unanimous vote. The commission agreed to forward a draft letter supporting the Everett 2044 Comprehensive Plan to the mayor and council.

• Accepted revised agenda (vote not recorded)
• Approved March 25 meeting summary unanimously
• Approved accessory dwelling unit plans at 2811 Victor Place unanimously
• Agreed to forward draft letter supporting Everett 2044 Comprehensive Plan to mayor and council (vote not recorded)

Emergency Management Executive Committee

The committee accepted the April 7, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion passed with five votes in favor and one abstention. A motion to approve the finalized committee membership list also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted April 7 minutes (5 approve, 1 abstain)
• Approved committee membership list (6-0 unanimous)

Everett Planning Commission

The commission heard a staff presentation on the Everett 2044 development regulations update and public comments on accessory dwelling units and middle‑housing design standards. Commissioners asked questions about housing orientation, yard requirements, and street‑facing rules, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The committee approved a $1.3 million pavement maintenance contract for East Casino Road and awarded the contract for the Fulton Street active‑transportation project, which includes bike lanes and new sidewalks. It also decided not to move forward with any of the proposed September transit service changes. All other items remain in study or planning stages.

• Awarded $1.3 M pavement maintenance contract for East Casino Rd (no vote recorded)
• Awarded contract for Active Transportation Fulton St bike lanes and sidewalks (start pending contractor availability)
• Decided not to adopt any September transit service change options
• No formal approvals for other projects; they remain in design, study, or planning phases

Everett Planning Commission

The Everett Planning Commission approved the April 15 minutes, adding a friendly amendment. No other actions, votes, or approvals were recorded; staff outlined upcoming updates to the 2044 Comprehensive Plan and an open house. Public comments addressed zoning overlays, affordable housing, and displacement concerns, but no decisions were made. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 15 meeting minutes (with amendment)

Everett Salary Commission

The commission unanimously approved the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It then adopted the final salary schedule for 2026‑2027, setting CPI‑linked increases and a market adjustment for the mayor and council, and keeping the council president’s salary 30% above council members. The vote on the schedule was 5‑0 with one commissioner absent.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted final salary schedule for 2026‑2027 (5‑0)

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission approved the March 2025 meeting minutes, the March 2025 Personnel Action Report, and the April 2025 Chief Examiner approvals and certifications. The commission also approved memorandum extensions for Acting Lieutenant Doug Jackson and Acting Sergeant Travis Katzar. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 Personnel Action Report (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum extension for Acting Lieutenant Doug Jackson (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum extension for Acting Sergeant Travis Katzar (unanimous)

Everett Salary Commission

The Salary Commission approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The commission also unanimously voted to close the public hearing portion of the meeting and to adjourn the meeting. All motions were moved and seconded by commissioners.

• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing portion (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The committee approved the February meeting minutes, adding amendments regarding AFSCME security officers, Everett Mall Station relocation funding, and a spelling correction for June Schober. The remainder of the agenda consisted of reports, updates, and requests, but no additional actions were formally decided.

• Approved February meeting minutes with amendments

Everett Planning Commission

The Everett Planning Commission approved the April 1 meeting minutes, adding a friendly amendment. Staff presented drafts of the Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations for public comment. Residents and the Port of Everett offered comments on specific sections. No other resolutions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved April 1 meeting minutes (with amendment)

Everett Salary Commission

The Everett Salary Commission approved the April 3, 2025 minutes without dissent. A motion to adjourn the April 10, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No substantive policy or salary decisions were made.

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

Emergency Management Executive Committee

The Emergency Management Executive Committee met to review the purpose of the committee, discuss its tasks, operating procedures, and potential members. A brief update on the 2026 World Cup planning and the future of FEMA was provided. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Everett Salary Commission

The Salary Commission unanimously approved the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously voted to close the public hearing portion of the meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing portion (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Everett Planning Commission

The commission approved the March 18 meeting minutes. The draft Everett 2044 Comprehensive Plan will be presented to Council on April 4. Discussion of the regulations element of the Everett 2044 plan was deferred to the next meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 18 minutes
• Deferred Everett 2044 regulations discussion to next meeting

Everett Parks Board

The board reviewed updates on the Silver Lake Boat Regatta public process, the 2025 Park Board plan, tree grant progress, golf fee changes, and capital improvement projects. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during this session. The meeting concluded with an adjournment at 6:38 p.m.

Everett Civil Service Commission

The Everett Civil Service Commission approved the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the February 2025 Personnel Action Report, the March 2025 Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants, and the March 2025 Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2025 Personnel Action Report (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 Chief Examiner approvals of calls for applicants (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 Chief Examiner certifications of eligible registers (unanimous)

Everett Salary Commission

The Everett Salary Commission did not have a quorum, so the March 24, 2025 meeting and public hearing were postponed. The next meeting is scheduled for 04/03/2025. No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Meeting deferred to 04/03/2025

Everett Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)

The committee reviewed updates on the Speed Management Plan grant, photo‑enforcement revenue, Proterra bus fleet issues, and the Everett Mall Station relocation bid. No motions were voted on, and no approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. The meeting concluded with discussion of upcoming safety workshops and the draft Comprehensive Plan transportation element.