King County public meetings in 2021
293 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Local Services Committee
The December 28, 2021, meeting of the King County Local Services Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
- No items scheduled due to cancellation
Employment and Administration Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Employment and Administration Committee for December 28, 2021, has been cancelled.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for December 28, 2021, has been cancelled. No other business was listed on the agenda.
Mobility and Environment Committee
The December 22, 2021, meeting of the King County Mobility and Environment Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee meeting scheduled for December 21, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Metropolitan King County Council
The December 21, 2021 meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council was cancelled. The agenda contained only a cancellation notice.
Board of Health
The scheduled meeting for the King County Board of Health on December 16, 2021, has been cancelled. No items are listed for discussion or decision.
Regional Transit Committee
The December 15, 2021, meeting of the Regional Transit Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Committee of the Whole
The scheduled meeting of the King County Committee of the Whole for December 15, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
- Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole and Metropolitan King County Council meetings
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The King County Flood Control District Executive Committee meeting scheduled for December 15, 2021, was cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in the notice.
King County Flood Control District
The scheduled meeting for the King County Flood Control District on December 14, 2021, has been cancelled. No items are listed for discussion or decision.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will consider confirming two executive appointments to local boards. The agenda includes briefings on dental director and combined compensation. Members will also discuss an ordinance regarding voters' pamphlets.
- Confirmation of Tony To to the King County board of appeals and equalization
- Confirmation of Cindy Hales to the Museum of Flight Authority board of directors
- Briefing on dentist and public health dental director compensation
- Briefing on combined compensation
- Ordinance 2021-0420 regarding voters' pamphlets
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council met to swear in three members and receive a COVID-19 briefing. The session included decisions on school impact fees, property tax levies, and employee wage increases. The Council also authorized significant funding for sewer infrastructure.
- $905,000,000 in bonds for sewer system improvements
- School impact fees for districts including Tahoma and Renton
- 4.545% wage increases for King County employees
- Ending hazard pay requirements for grocery employees in unincorporated areas
- Creation of criminal court commissioner positions
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled work session for the Metropolitan King County Council on December 14, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items are listed on this agenda.
- Cancellation of the December 14, 2021, work session
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee is reviewing ordinances related to property tax levies for 2022. The agenda includes a proposal for $905,000,000 in bonds for sewer system improvements. Members will also discuss school impact fees and changes to solid waste rate structures.
- $905,000,000 in bonds for sewer system improvements
- 2021 property tax levies for 2022 collection
- School impact fees for Tahoma, Federal Way, and Renton school districts
- Proposed changes to the solid waste rate structure
- Property transfer in Seattle involving 400 Third Avenue
Regional Policy Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Regional Policy Committee for December 8, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council meeting, which was limited to committee business.
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will review several appointments to various county advisory boards and committees. Members will also discuss ordinances regarding judicial administration and the creation of new court commissioner positions. Additionally, they will receive a report on Seattle's use of secure detention for misdemeanants.
- Ordinance 2021-0426: Creating criminal court commissioner positions for King County Superior Court
- Ordinance 2021-0378: Changes to divisions in the department of judicial administration
- Report on Seattle's use of secure detention for misdemeanants
- Appointments to the women's advisory board and behavioral health advisory board
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing a plan to govern sales and use tax proceeds for health through housing from 2022 to 2028. The agenda also includes public hearings on transit service updates and an agreement for the Eastrail 520 Connector project. Additionally, the council will consider various appointments and motions regarding county services.
- Implementation plan for health through housing tax proceeds (2022–2028)
- Agreement with Eastrail Partners for the 520 Connector to Eastrail
- Updates to King County Metro Strategic Plan and service guidelines
- Transfer of retired vanpool vans to nonprofits and local governments
- Proposed changes to solid waste fees at recycling and transfer facilities
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The scheduled meeting for the King County Flood Control District Executive Committee on December 1, 2021, has been cancelled.
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will review reports from the MWPAAC and the Wastewater Treatment Division. The agenda includes briefings regarding the Clean Water Plan response to auditor issues and capital projects. Members will also hear a briefing on the Joint Ship Canal Water Quality Project.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0152: Clean Water Plan executive response to auditor management letter
- Briefing No. 2021-B0153: Capital Projects Update
- Briefing No. 2021-B0154: Joint Ship Canal Water Quality Project
- Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss an ordinance to end hazard pay requirements for grocery employees working in unincorporated areas. The agenda also includes a judicial vacancy appointment and the establishment of the 2022 State Legislative Agenda. Additionally, staff will provide briefings on the 4Culture annual report and budget, as well as an executive COVID briefing.
- Ordinance 2021-0290: Ending hazard pay for grocery employees in unincorporated King County
- Motion 2021-0434: Appointment to fill a judicial vacancy in the King County district court
- Motion 2021-0416: Establishing the King County 2022 State Legislative Agenda
- Briefing No. 2021-B0156: 4Culture Annual Report and Budget
- Briefing No. 2021-B0155: Executive COVID Briefing
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee will consider updates to the King County Metro Strategic Plan and service guidelines. Discussion includes an agreement for the 520 Connector to Eastrail and the transfer of retired vanpool vans. A briefing on federal infrastructure funding is also scheduled.
- Updates to King County Metro Strategic Plan and long-range plans
- Agreement with Eastrail Partners for the 520 Connector to Eastrail
- Transfer of retired vanpool vans to nonprofits and local governments
- Appointment of Edward Dumas to the parks levy oversight board
- Ratification of Growth Management Planning Council motions
Local Services Committee
The Local Services Committee is reviewing appointments to the King County agriculture commission. The committee will also discuss a request for rules regarding encampment removal on public property. Additionally, members will consider a franchise renewal for Sprint Communications Company L.P.
- Confirming Henry Wong to the agriculture commission
- Confirming Shelley Pasco to the agriculture commission
- Requesting guidelines and a report on encampment removal from public property
- Renewing a franchise for Sprint Communications Company L.P. in unincorporated King County
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for November 30, 2021, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed for this date.
- Cancellation of the November 30, 2021 meeting
Mobility and Environment Committee
The November 24, 2021, meeting of the King County Mobility and Environment Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee is reviewing reappointments to the citizens' elections oversight committee. The agenda also includes discussions on council organization changes and the recruitment timeline for a new Council Chief of Staff.
- Reappointments to the citizens' elections oversight committee
- Motion regarding council organization changes
- Briefing on Council Chief of Staff recruitment and timeline
- Discussion on interim Chief of Staff continuation
- Personnel matter related to harassment and discrimination policies
Local Services Committee
The November 23, 2021, meeting of the King County Local Services Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing a major supplemental appropriation of hundreds of millions of dollars across general and capital funds. The agenda also includes a development agreement for affordable housing at the Northgate Park and Pool lot. Other items involve fee changes and various committee appointments.
- Affordable housing development agreement at Northgate Park and Pool lot
- Supplemental appropriation of $33,948,000 to general fund agencies
- Supplemental appropriation of $288,992,389 from capital fund budgets
- Acceptance of a $25,000 donation for Afghan refugees
- Loan financing agreement with the Washington state Department of Ecology
Metropolitan King County Council
The meeting consists of procedural items and updates. No specific legislative actions are listed for this work session.
- Approval of November 9, 2021 minutes
- Issue briefing by Councilmember McDermott
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair update
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing Proposed Motion No. 2021-0427. This motion proposes appointing a qualified Newcastle resident to a vacant position on the Newcastle city council.
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0427: Appointing a Newcastle resident to a vacancy on the Newcastle City Council
Board of Health
The King County Board of Health is meeting to consider updates to hazardous waste management and medicine return rules. The agenda includes a resolution for the 2021 Local Hazardous Waste Management Program plan update. A briefing on state legislative policy is also scheduled.
- Resolution No. 21-09: 2021 plan update for the Local Hazardous Waste Management Program
- R&R No. BOH21-02: New regulations regarding secure medicine returns
- Briefing No. 21-B18: State legislative policy briefing
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will review several ordinances and motions. Key items include a significant supplemental appropriation for various agencies and a development agreement for affordable housing at Northgate Park and Pool lot.
- Supplemental appropriation of $26,113,000 to general fund agencies and $333,221,000 to non-general fund agencies
- Development agreement for affordable housing at Northgate Park and Pool lot
- Adoption of an updated Debt Management Policy
- Fees for disposal of court exhibits by the Department of Judicial Administration
- Loan financing agreement with Washington State Department of Ecology for a wastewater project
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing ordinances regarding housing investment reporting and a commercial property clean energy financing program. The agenda also includes motions related to human trafficking awareness and plans for zero youth detention.
- Ordinance 2021-0355.2: Establishing housing engagement policies and annual reporting for investments
- Ordinance 2021-0301.2: Creating a commercial property clean energy and resiliency financing program
- Motion 2021-0349.2: Supporting public awareness campaigns to combat human trafficking
- Motion 2021-0385: Reviewing the plan for achieving zero youth detention
- Ordinance 2021-0433: Requiring public notice for hotel purchases intended for affordable housing
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will consider Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0330 to adopt the Initial Health through Housing Implementation Plan, which governs sales and use tax proceeds from 2022 through 2028. The agenda also includes briefings on the King County Superior Court COVID-19 case backlog and the 2022-2027 BSK Levy governance update.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0330: Adopting the Initial Health through Housing Implementation Plan
- Briefing on addressing King County Superior Court COVID-19 case backlog
- Briefing on 2022-2027 BSK Levy Governance Update
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to take final action on several resolutions. This includes adopting the 2022 budget and authorizing a property tax levy. The Board will also consider an agreement with the City of Redmond regarding a flood erosion project.
- Adoption of the 2022 budget and improvements (FCD2021-12)
- Public hearing for a property tax levy (FCD2021-13)
- Interlocal agreement with Redmond for Avondale Road/Bear Creek Flood Erosion Project (FCD2021-15)
- Approval of a process for capital project approval (FCD2021-16)
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The November 9, 2021, meeting of the Government Accountability and Oversight Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda limited to committee business.
Metropolitan King County Council
This meeting consists of procedural items and various updates. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from September 28 and October 26, 2021, along with several briefings.
- Approval of September 28 and October 26, 2021, minutes
- Review of upcoming agendas and committee issues
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair update
Metropolitan King County Council
The King County Council is reviewing an ordinance to establish clean energy financing for commercial properties. The meeting also includes discussions on wastewater discharge reports and various board appointments. Additionally, the council will consider a request to review home business regulations.
- Ordinance 2021-0301.2: Commercial property clean energy and resiliency financing program
- Motion 2021-0390.2: $7,500,000 donation from Amazon for Eastrail Wilburton projects
- Motion 2021-0285: Report on wastewater discharges into Puget Sound and Lake Washington
- Ordinance 2021-0426: Creation of criminal court commissioner positions
- Motion 2021-0287.2: Review of home occupation and industry regulations
Regional Water Quality Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Regional Water Quality Committee for November 3, 2021, was cancelled. No committee business was held.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review an executive COVID briefing and a health through housing implementation plan. The committee will also consider motions to fill a judicial vacancy and confirm several appointments to a gender identity and sexual orientation inclusion task force.
- Motion to fill a judicial vacancy in the King County district court south division
- Confirming appointments to the gender identity and sexual orientation inclusion task force
- Executive COVID Briefing
- Health through Housing Implementation Plan briefing
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is meeting to review minutes from October 20, 2021. The committee will also consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding a process for capital project approval.
- Resolution No. FCD2021-16 regarding capital project approval process
- Approval of October 20, 2021 meeting minutes
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will consider ordinances regarding housing engagement policies and district court service agreements. Members will also review a report on achieving zero youth detention. A briefing on alternatives to policing is also scheduled.
- Ordinance 2021-0355: Establishing housing engagement policies and annual reporting
- Ordinance 2021-0281: Authorizing agreements for district court services
- Motion 2021-0385: Plan for achieving zero youth detention
- Motion 2021-0349: Support for human trafficking awareness campaign
- Briefing 2021-B0122: Alternatives to policing
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a six-year capital improvement program for road services and an implementation plan for Best Start for Kids funds through 2027. The agenda also includes grant allocations for the WaterWorks program and various appointments to county commissions.
- Adoption of the 2022-2027 road services capital improvement program
- Implementation plan for Best Start for Kids levy proceeds (2022-2027)
- Grant funding allocations for WaterWorks grant program, Round 5
- Denial of public benefit rating system application for property in Redmond
- Ordinance to provide GIS services to external customers
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee will review several appointments to the King County parks levy oversight board and discuss updates to the King County Metro Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes proposals regarding green building program modifications and new clean energy financing for commercial properties.
- Acceptance of a $7,500,000 donation from Amazon for Eastrail Wilburton projects
- Modifications to the green building and sustainable infrastructure program
- Establishment of a clean energy and resiliency financing program for commercial property
- Grant funding allocations for the WaterWorks grant program
- Updates to the King County Metro Strategic Plan for Public Transportation
Local Services Committee
The committee will consider appointments to the King County agriculture commission and a briefing on rental assistance distribution in unincorporated areas. A motion is also proposed to request an executive review of home occupation and industry regulations.
- Confirmation of Jessica Bloom to the agriculture commission
- Confirmation of Janet Keller to the agriculture commission
- Briefing on rental assistance distribution in unincorporated King County
- Motion to request a review of home occupation and home industry regulations
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will hold briefings on legislative branch personnel policies and procedures. The committee will also review the recruitment and hiring process for the Council's Chief of Staff. Additionally, members will consider approving minutes from June 22, September 28, and October 12, 2021.
- Briefing on Legislative Branch Personnel Policies and Procedures Updates
- Briefing on Council's Chief of Staff Recruitment and Hiring Process
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 22, September 28, and October 12, 2021
Metropolitan King County Council
This meeting consists of procedural items and administrative reviews. The agenda includes approving minutes from September 28, 2021, and reviewing upcoming committee issues.
- Approval of September 28, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming agendas and issues in committee
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental updates
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing motions regarding race- and gender-conscious affirmative action practices. The agenda also includes several appointments to judicial vacancies and county boards. Additionally, the Council will consider a plan for participatory budgeting in urban unincorporated areas.
- Motion declaring race- and gender-conscious affirmative action practices are needed in King County
- Appointment of a judge for the east division, northeast electoral district
- Establishment of a fellowship pilot program for military interpreters and translators
- Proposal to establish a hate crimes unit within the department of public safety
- Motion regarding the King County 2022 State Legislative Agenda
Board of Health
The King County Board of Health will consider a rule change regarding bicycle helmet use for all age cyclists. The meeting also includes a briefing on gender-based violence impacts from COVID-19 and a resolution recognizing October 2021 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
- Proposed rule change requiring bicycle helmet use by all age cyclists
- Resolution recognizing October 2021 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Public hearing on a resolution supporting helmet use for bicycle and wheeled device riders
- Briefing on gender-based violence in the impacts of COVID-19
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0286. This ordinance proposes updates to the King County Metro Strategic Plan, Service Guidelines, and the METRO CONNECTS long-range plan. The agenda also includes routine reports and the approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0286 regarding King County Metro strategic plans
- Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider a plan for Best Start for Kids levy proceeds from 2022 through 2027. The agenda also includes motions regarding a judicial vacancy and affirmative action practices.
- Adoption of the Best Start for Kids implementation plan (2022-2027)
- Appointment to fill a King County district court judicial vacancy
- Motion to restore race and gender conscious affirmative action practices
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding an interlocal agreement with the City of Redmond for a flood erosion project. The meeting also includes a briefing on 2021 King County Flood Control District construction projects.
- Resolution FCD2021-15: Interlocal agreement with the City of Redmond for Avondale Road/Bear Creek Flood Erosion Project
- Briefing FCD2021-B11: 2021 King County Flood Control District Construction Projects
- Approval of invoices
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee is reviewing several proposed ordinances, including significant supplemental budget appropriations for general and non-general fund agencies. The agenda also includes the adoption of a six-year road capital improvement program and the sale of surplus property in Seattle.
- Supplemental appropriation of $26,113,000 to general fund agencies and $333,221,000 to non-general fund agencies
- Adoption of the 2022–2027 road services capital improvement program
- Sale of surplus property located at 10821 8th Ave SW, Seattle
- Extension of the Best Starts for Kids levy fund purpose
- Authorization of GIS services to external customers
Metropolitan King County Council
The King County Council is reviewing several ordinances and motions, including a proposal to issue up to $905,000,000 in bonds for sewer system capital needs. The agenda also includes a public hearing on construction waste management and a request for a report regarding safety at City Hall park.
- $905,000,000 bond issuance for sewer system improvements
- Public hearing on construction and demolition waste disposal agreements
- Request for a report on safety and shelter options for City Hall park
- Agreement with Eastrail Partners for the 520 Connector to Eastrail
- Funding allocation for the WaterWorks grant program
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The Community, Health and Housing Services Committee will hold several informational briefings. These presentations cover sudden unexpected infant death awareness, the sexual assault kit backlog, and civil protection orders. No legislative actions or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0141: Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Awareness
- Briefing No. 2021-B0131: Sexual Assault Kit Backlog
- Briefing No. 2021-B0132: Civil Protection Orders and the Impacts of HB 1320
- Briefing No. 2021-B0133: Superior Court: Civil Protection Orders and the Backlog of Domestic Violence Cases
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will consider the implementation plan for Best Start for Kids levy proceeds from 2022 through 2027. Members will also review the Initial Health through Housing Implementation Plan for tax proceeds running from 2022 to 2028. A briefing on the BSK Levy governance update is also scheduled.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0288: Best Start for Kids implementation plan (2022-2027)
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0330: Initial Health through Housing Implementation Plan (2022-2028)
- Briefing No. 2021-B0140: 2022-2027 BSK Levy Governance Update
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The October 13, 2021, Community, Health and Housing Services Committee meeting has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council meeting scheduled for that day.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will review a briefing on broadband internet in King County. Members will also discuss a motion regarding tax transparency and an ordinance related to the King County International Airport.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0120: Broadband Internet in King County
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0278 regarding tax transparency
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0337 regarding Boeing Field environmental and health impacts
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors will discuss adopting the 2022 budget and authorizing a property tax levy. The Board is also scheduled to take final action on motions regarding the Lower Green River Corridor Flood Hazard Management Plan and executive committee rules.
- Adoption of the 2022 budget and authorization for improvements
- Property tax levy protecting up to $.25 per $1,000 of assessed value
- Lower Green River Corridor Flood Hazard Management Plan update
- Amendment to executive committee size and operating procedures
Metropolitan King County Council
The meeting consists of a work session focused on briefings and intergovernmental updates. The council will also review upcoming agendas and issues in committee. No specific legislative actions or ordinances are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of September 28, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming agendas and committee issues
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
Metropolitan King County Council
The council will review a supplemental budget appropriation involving hundreds of millions of dollars for general and capital funds. The agenda also includes discussing property tax levies and a $7,500,000 donation from Amazon for Eastrail projects.
- Supplemental appropriation of $26,113,000 to general fund agencies and $333,221,000 to non-general fund agencies
- $7,500,000 donation from Amazon for Eastrail projects
- Vacation of a portion of Richardson Road right of way on Vashon-Maury Island
- Appointment of Andrew Ely to the King County agriculture commission
- 2022-2027 road services capital improvement program
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will discuss personnel matters related to the Council's policies against harassment and discrimination. The meeting also includes an executive session to review a public employee's performance and discuss legal risks with counsel.
- Discussion of policies against harassment and discrimination
- Executive session regarding public employee performance review
- Discussion of legal risks related to proposed actions
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled work session for the Metropolitan King County Council on October 12, 2021, has been cancelled. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice.
Committee of the Whole
The committee will consider an ordinance regarding construction and demolition waste disposition. Members will also discuss a report request for City Hall Park services and acknowledge the receipt of a disability equity action plan.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2020-0243 regarding construction and demolition waste
- Motion requesting a report on shelter and services for City Hall Park
- Acknowledgment of the disability equity action plan receipt
- Executive COVID Briefing
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will review reports on the causes of January 2021 wastewater discharges into Puget Sound and Lake Washington. The meeting also includes discussions on sewer rate cost shifts to single-family residents and the Clean Water Plan development process.
- Motion acknowledging report on Jan 13, 2021, West Point Treatment Plant discharges
- Motion acknowledging report on sewer rate cost burden shift to single-family sector
- Briefing on the King County Auditor’s review of the Clean Water Plan process
- Briefing regarding questions and concerns about the Clean Water Plan
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee is holding a special meeting for a work session. The agenda is limited to discussing the Clean Water Plan.
- Clean Water Plan Work Session
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider resolutions to adopt the 2022 budget and authorize a property tax levy. The committee will also discuss updates to the planning process for the Lower Green River Corridor Flood Hazard Management Plan.
- Adoption of the 2022 budget and improvements (Resolution FCD2021-12)
- Authorization of a property tax levy for the 2022 budget (Resolution FCD2021-13)
- Update to the Lower Green River Corridor Flood Hazard Management Plan process (Motion FCD21-03)
Law and Justice Committee
The committee will discuss a motion signaling intent to create a hate crimes unit within the criminal investigation division. The agenda also includes briefings on state police reform, Public Safety Advisory Committee recommendations, and the OLEO annual report.
- Motion No. 2021-0156 regarding a new hate crimes unit
- Briefing on KCSO practices and state police reform
- Public Safety Advisory Committee recommendations briefing
- OLEO Annual Report briefing
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing ordinances regarding school impact fees and telecommunications franchises. The agenda also includes proclamations for the Snoqualme Tribe’s Ancestral Lands Movement and National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Other items include contract renewals and appointments to various boards.
- Ordinance 2021-0365: Establishing school impact fees for several districts including Tahoma and Renton
- Ordinance 2021-0356: Renewing a franchise with Sprint Communications Company L.P.
- Ordinance 2021-0362: Authorizing a loan agreement with the Washington State Department of Ecology for a wastewater project
- Ordinance 2021-0363: Approving a lease agreement with The Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle
- Motion 2021-0368: Requesting the development of a rental housing report
Law and Justice Committee
The Law and Justice Committee will hold a briefing regarding community concerns about youth legal records on the SCRIPT system. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the August 31, 2021, special meeting.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0123 regarding youth legal records on the SCRIPT system
- Approval of minutes from the August 31, 2021, special meeting
Local Services Committee
The Local Services Committee will consider a motion to request a review of home occupation and home industry regulations. Members will also discuss confirming Andrew Ely to the King County agriculture commission. A briefing on permit processing times is also scheduled.
- Motion to confirm Andrew Ely to the King County agriculture commission
- Briefing on DLS Permit Processing Time Report
- Motion requesting review of home occupation and home industry regulations
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will review several proposed motions regarding council personnel. These include approving job descriptions for a special projects administrator and the council chief of staff. The committee will also consider renewing contracts for the council's chief and deputy chief legal counsel.
- Motion No. 2021-0354: Special projects administrator job description
- Motion No. 2021-0353: Council chief of staff job description
- Motion No. 2021-0351: Deputy chief legal counsel contract renewal
- Motion No. 2021-0352: Chief legal counsel contract renewal
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will hold a virtual work session. The agenda consists of procedural items, committee reviews, and briefings.
- Approval of September 14, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming committee agendas and issues
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will consider a motion requesting an assessment report on responsibilities during the regional homelessness crisis. The agenda also includes first readings for ordinances regarding housing engagement policies and a youth art competition.
- Proposed ordinance for the sale of surplus property at 155XX NE Woodinville Duvall Rd
- Motion requesting an assessment report on roles in responding to the regional homelessness crisis
- Ordinance establishing housing engagement policies and annual reporting
- Motion to establish an annual King County youth art competition
- Proposed ordinance for the vacation of a portion of SE 28th Street/Hemlock Street
Mobility and Environment Committee
The September 22, 2021 meeting of the King County Mobility and Environment Committee has been cancelled. No committee business was scheduled for this date.
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee meeting scheduled for September 21, 2021, has been cancelled.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing the structure of the Best Starts for Kids advisory board and accepting its fifth annual report. The agenda includes several ordinances regarding open space valuations in Kent, Enumclaw, Vashon, and Auburn. The council will also consider a judicial vacancy appointment.
- Ordinance 2021-0186: Structure of the Best Starts for Kids advisory board
- Appointment to fill a King County District Court judicial vacancy
- Open space assessed valuation applications in Kent, Enumclaw, Vashon, and Auburn
- Ordinance 2021-0346: Amendments to building and construction standards
- Motion for a countywide hate crime reporting hotline (deferred)
Board of Health
The Board of Health will receive updates regarding COVID-19 and vaccines. The meeting also includes a briefing on policy options for bicycle helmet laws and the impacts of enforcement.
- Briefing No. 21-B15: Covid-19 and Vaccine Updates
- Briefing No. 21-B16: Policy options on bicycle helmet laws and enforcement impacts
- Approval of July 15, 2021 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss motions regarding regional homelessness responsibilities and services for City Hall park. The agenda also includes a judicial appointment and a briefing on the Best Starts for Kids implementation plan.
- Motion to fill a King County district court judicial vacancy in the south division
- Motion requesting an assessment report on regional homelessness response roles
- Briefing on the Best Starts for Kids Implementation Plan
- Motion regarding shelter services and potential acquisition of City Hall park
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0286 during a joint meeting with the Mobility and Environment Committee. This ordinance proposes updates to the King County Metro Strategic Plan, Service Guidelines, and METRO CONNECTS long-range plan. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the July 21, 2021 meeting.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0286 regarding King County Metro strategic and long-range plans
- Approval of July 21, 2021 meeting minutes
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0286 during a joint meeting with the Regional Transit Committee. This ordinance proposes updates to the King County Metro Strategic Plan, Service Guidelines, and METRO CONNECTS long-range plan.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0286 regarding King County Metro strategic plans
- Approval of August 25, 2021 meeting minutes
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will conduct a briefing regarding the 2022 King County Flood Control District budget. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes from September 1, 2021, and approval of invoices.
- 2022 Budget Briefing (FCD2021-B09)
- Approval of September 1, 2021, meeting minutes
- Approval of invoices
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors will consider resolutions regarding flood control projects and agreements. This includes authorizing fund expenditures for flood reduction grants and an agreement with the City of Issaquah. The board will also review an amendment for project manager services for the Lower Green River Corridor Plan.
- Interlocal agreement with the City of Issaquah regarding the Jerome Revetment
- Authorization of District funds for Flood Reduction Grants projects
- Amendment to the agreement for Lower Green River Corridor Plan and PEIS Project Manager Services
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will receive an update on audit recommendation implementation and outstanding risks. Members will also consider a motion regarding the executive's implementation of recommendations from a 2015 women's advisory board report.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0121: Audit Recommendation Implementation and Outstanding Risks Update
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0212 regarding the women's advisory board report recommendations
- Rescinding of Motion 14334
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will hold a virtual work session. The agenda consists of procedural items and updates, including reviewing upcoming committee agendas and receiving an intergovernmental update.
- Approval of July 27, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming committee agendas and issues
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair update
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing ordinances regarding the public defender selection process and advisory board. The agenda also includes supplemental budget appropriations for emergency medical services and the sheriff's office. Additionally, several appointments to various county boards are scheduled for confirmation.
- $1,422,000 supplemental appropriation to emergency medical services
- $170,000 supplemental appropriation to King County sheriff's office
- Ordinance regarding the public defender selection process
- Collective bargaining agreement for International Association of Fire Fighters
- Collective bargaining agreement for Puget Sound Police Managers Association
Regional Policy Committee
The committee is reviewing an ordinance to adopt the Best Start for Kids implementation plan, which governs levy proceeds from 2022 through 2027. The agenda also includes a briefing on the Initial Health through Housing Implementation Plan and the introduction of the Regional Homelessness Authority Director.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0288 regarding Best Start for Kids levy proceeds
- Introduction of Regional Homelessness Authority Director Marc Dones
- Briefing on Initial Health through Housing Implementation Plan
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The committee will review briefings on housing production techniques and rural childcare access. Members will also consider a motion to accept the fifth annual report for Best Starts for Kids and an ordinance regarding its advisory board structure.
- Briefing on housing and federal funding ideas
- Motion to accept the fifth annual report on Best Starts for Kids
- Ordinance regarding the structure of the Best Starts for Kids advisory board
- Update on childcare access in rural areas
Law and Justice Committee
The September 7, 2021, meeting of the King County Law and Justice Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
- No items were scheduled due to the meeting cancellation
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will review a COVID-19 response briefing and recognize Ukraine National Day and Afghan refugees. The agenda includes ordinances for medical center capital improvements and bond issuances up to $1,740,000,000. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding solid waste fees and search and rescue facilities.
- Bond issuance up to $1,740,000,000 for Harborview Medical Center improvements
- Proposed changes to solid waste fees at recycling and transfer facilities
- Agreement with Puget Sound Energy for the Interurban Trail South construction
- Public hearing on search and rescue facility planning and permitting
- Interagency agreement with SeaTac for the Lake to Sound trail
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review recommendations for the Board of Supervisors regarding flood reduction grant expenditures. They will also consider an amendment to the Lower Green River Corridor Plan project manager services agreement. A briefing on 2022 budget recommendations from the Advisory Committee is also scheduled.
- Resolution FCD2021-10 authorizing District funds for Flood Reduction Grants
- Resolution FCD2021-11 amending the Lower Green River Corridor Plan and PEIS Project Manager Services agreement
- Briefing on 2022 budget recommendations from the Advisory Committee
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will review a report regarding an unpermitted wastewater discharge from January 2021. The meeting also includes a briefing on Clean Water Plan strategies and reports from the Wastewater Treatment Division and MWPAAC.
- Report on January 2021 Unpermitted Wastewater Discharge
- Clean Water Plan Strategies briefing
- Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee (MWPAAC) Report
- Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) Report
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee is holding a special meeting work session. The agenda focus is a work session regarding the Clean Water Plan.
- Clean Water Plan Work Session
Committee of the Whole
The committee will consider a motion requesting an assessment report on regional homelessness responsibilities. Members will also discuss authorizing a contract for services to represent the county with the Washington state Legislature. An executive COVID-19 briefing is also scheduled.
- Motion 2021-0289: Requesting an assessment report on regional homelessness response roles
- Motion 2021-0264: Authorizing a contract for legislative representation in Washington state
- Executive COVID-19 Briefing from the Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The Community, Health and Housing Services Committee will consider motions to confirm individuals to various advisory boards and the King County Housing Authority. The meeting also includes briefings regarding courthouse safety and Department of Community and Human Services operations.
- Appointment of Brenda Fincher to mental illness and drug dependency advisory committee
- Appointment of Jasmeet Singh to behavioral health advisory board
- Appointment of Corey Williams to behavioral health advisory board
- Appointment of Regina Elmi to King County Housing Authority board of commissioners
- Briefing on courthouse safety from Superior Court officials
Law and Justice Committee
The committee will consider proposed ordinances regarding the public defense advisory board and selection process. Members will also discuss motions to establish a hate crime reporting system and a dedicated investigation unit. A briefing is scheduled regarding the evaluation of officer-involved shooting policies.
- Ordinance 2021-0193 regarding the public defense advisory board
- Ordinance 2021-0194 regarding the public defender selection process
- Motion 2021-0205 to develop a community-based hate crime reporting system
- Motion 2021-0156 to establish a hate crimes unit within the department of public safety
- Briefing on the evaluation of officer-involved shooting policies
King County Forecast Council
The King County Forecast Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on KCFC Resolution No. KCFC2021-03 regarding the 2022 economic forecast. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 15, 2021, meeting.
- Adoption of KCFC Resolution No. KCFC2021-03 for the 2022 economic forecast
- Approval of March 15, 2021, meeting minutes
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee is reviewing ordinances regarding regional trail construction and maintenance. This includes an interagency agreement with the City of SeaTac for a portion of the Lake to Sound trail. Members will also discuss growth management planning and a transit service equity report.
- Interagency agreement between King County and SeaTac for Segment C of the Lake to Sound trail
- Agreement with Puget Sound Energy for use of property for the Interurban Trail South
- Approval of Metro Transit COVID-19 Response Title VI Service Equity Analysis report
- Adoption of Growth Management Planning Council Motions 21-1 and 21-2
- Annual Conservation Futures Tax Levy Report briefing
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee will discuss proposed ordinances regarding an employee giving program and small contractor certification eligibility. The meeting also includes a briefing on courthouse security.
- Courthouse Security Briefing by Superior Court judges
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0251 regarding an employee giving program
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0213 regarding small contractor and supplier certification eligibility
- Motion to acknowledge the King County International Airport Master Plan Update report
Local Services Committee
The August 24, 2021, meeting of the Local Services Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council session scheduled for that time.
Employment and Administration Committee
The King County Employment and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for August 24, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for August 24, 2021, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were provided.
Metropolitan King County Council
The August 24, 2021, work session of the Metropolitan King County Council has been cancelled. No other items are listed on this agenda.
Board of Health
The August 19, 2021, meeting of the King County Board of Health is cancelled. No other agenda items were listed.
Regional Transit Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Regional Transit Committee for August 18, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda regarding committee business.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance related to surplus county real property. The meeting also includes an executive COVID-19 briefing and several appointments to county commissions and task forces.
- Ordinance 2021-0257 regarding surplus county real property
- Executive COVID-19 Briefing (No. 2021-B0108)
- Appointments to the King County immigrant and refugee commission
- Appointments to the gender identity and sexual orientation inclusion task force
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is reviewing a resolution to recommend an interlocal agreement with the City of Issaquah regarding the Jerome Revetment. The committee will also take final action on contract amendments for advisory services and flood preparedness brochures.
- Resolution approving an interlocal agreement with the City of Issaquah regarding the Jerome Revetment
- Motion to amend the agreement for advisory committee facilitation services
- Motion to amend the contract for a Flood Preparedness Brochure
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will discuss several ordinances regarding county finances and infrastructure. The agenda includes updates to sewer bond definitions, changes to solid waste fees, and the 2022 capital budget for Harborview Medical Center.
- Authorization of up to $1,740,000,000 in bonds for Harborview Medical Center improvements
- Proposed changes to solid waste fees at recycling and transfer facilities and Cedar Hills regional landfill
- Adoption of the 2022 Capital Improvement Program Annual Budget for Harborview Medical Center
- Amendments to ordinances regarding sewer revenue refunding bonds
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will conduct public hearings on a moratorium for breweries and wineries and a collective bargaining agreement for the Sheriff's Office Marshals' Guild. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances regarding grocery employee hazard pay and transit plan updates.
- Public hearing on a one-year moratorium for new or expanded breweries, wineries, and distilleries
- Public hearing on a collective bargaining agreement for the King County Sheriff's Office Marshals' Guild
- Ordinance to end hazard pay requirements for grocery employees in unincorporated King County
- First reading of an interagency agreement with SeaTac for the Lake to Sound trail
- Proposed ordinance for a commercial property clean energy and resiliency financing program
Regional Policy Committee
The August 11, 2021, meeting of the Regional Policy Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
- No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The August 11, 2021, meeting of the King County Community, Health and Housing Services Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
King County Flood Control District
The scheduled meeting of the King County Flood Control District for August 10, 2021, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in the notice.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for August 10, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on this agenda.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The August 10, 2021, meeting of the Government Accountability and Oversight Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda limited to committee business.
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The August 4, 2021, meeting of the King County Flood Control District Executive Committee has been cancelled. No agenda items were provided for this date.
Regional Water Quality Committee
The scheduled August 4, 2021, meeting of the Regional Water Quality Committee has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council agenda regarding committee business.
Committee of the Whole
The August 4, 2021, meeting of the Committee of the Whole has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
- No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation
Law and Justice Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Law and Justice Committee for August 3, 2021, was cancelled. This notice also served as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for August 3, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision due to this cancellation notice.
Mobility and Environment Committee
The July 28, 2021, meeting of the Mobility and Environment Committee is cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council business scheduled for this time.
Local Services Committee
The Local Services Committee will review briefings on King County homelessness investments and the Department of Local Services Director’s Report. The committee will also consider a motion regarding guidelines for removing encampments from public property. An ordinance for an honorary road name at Mukai Farm and Garden is also scheduled for discussion.
- Briefing on King County homelessness investments
- Proposed motion for encampment removal rules on public property
- Proposed ordinance for Mukai Farm and Garden honorary road name
- Department of Local Services Director’s Report
Employment and Administration Committee
The July 27, 2021, meeting of the King County Employment and Administration Committee has been cancelled.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will hold a work session to review upcoming agendas and issues in committee. The meeting also includes an issue briefing, intergovernmental updates, and reports from the Council Chair.
- Approval of June 22, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming agendas and committee issues
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair updates
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing ordinances for supplemental budget appropriations related to COVID-19 and the State v. Blake decision. The agenda also includes appointments to advisory committees and motions regarding property sales and public safety.
- Ordinance 2021-0238: Supplemental COVID-19 appropriations for general fund, non-general fund, and capital improvement funds
- Ordinance 2021-0249: $19,545,000 supplemental appropriation related to the State v. Blake decision
- Ordinance 2021-0275: Sale of surplus property at 10821 8th Ave SW, Seattle
- Motion 2021-0284: Policy to reestablish a gang unit within the department of public safety
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes and invoices. No specific projects or new ordinances are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of July 7, 2021 minutes
- Approval of invoices
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will review a briefing regarding part two of the 2022 service restoration plan. The meeting also includes reports from the Chair and General Manager, and the approval of minutes from June 16, 2021.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0102: Service Restoration Part 2 - 2022
- Approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a motion to appoint a judge for the King County district court's west division. The agenda also includes an executive COVID-19 briefing and approval of minutes from July 7, 2021.
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0266 to fill a judicial vacancy in the west division, west electoral district
- Executive COVID-19 Briefing (No. 2021-B0106)
- Approval of July 7, 2021 meeting minutes
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will consider several ordinances regarding supplemental budget appropriations for COVID-19 and the State v. Blake decision. A briefing on the rental assistance process from the Department of Community and Human Services is also scheduled. The meeting includes discussions on amending bond issuance ordinances.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0238: COVID-19 supplemental appropriations for general, non-general, and capital funds
- Briefing on the Department of Community and Human Services rental assistance process
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0249: $19,545,000 supplemental appropriation related to the State v. Blake decision
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0209: Amendments to ordinance 18898 regarding sewer revenue and multi-modal limited tax refunding bonds
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee is reviewing a motion to appoint the director of the office of law enforcement oversight. The committee will also consider approving a job description for a human resources manager and receive a briefing on chief of staff recruitment. Additionally, the agenda includes a temporary assignment extension for the acting chief of staff.
- Motion to appoint the director of the office of law enforcement oversight
- Approval of a job description for the human resources manager position
- Temporary assignment extension for Janine Weihe, Acting Chief of Staff
- Briefing on Chief of Staff recruitment
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will hold public hearings on a proposed property tax levy for road maintenance and interim zoning for temporary small house sites. Members will also discuss establishing guidelines for removing encampments from public property.
- Proposed property tax levy of up to $2.25 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for roads
- Interim zoning ordinance for temporary small house sites
- Motion requesting guidelines for encampment removal on public property
- Interlocal agreement with King County Flood Control Zone District
- Appointment of Matthew P. Carroll to the Skykomish Town Council
Board of Health
The meeting includes briefings on a drug user health panel discussion and an overview of House Bill 1152. The board will also receive a briefing regarding the Determinants of Equity Retreat. Routine items include the approval of minutes from June 17, 2021.
- Drug User Health Panel Discussion (Briefing No. 21-B12)
- Determinants of Equity Retreat briefing (Briefing No. 21-B13)
- Overview of House Bill 1152 (Briefing No. 21-B14)
- Approval of June 17, 2021 minutes
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The committee will consider motions to confirm three individuals to the King County mental illness and drug dependency advisory committee. The meeting also includes a briefing on the implementation of ITA Court and Ricky’s Law.
- Appointment of Sunny Lovin to the mental illness and drug dependency advisory committee
- Appointment of Victor Loo to the mental illness and drug dependency advisory committee
- Appointment of Brenda Fincher to the mental illness and drug dependency advisory committee
- Briefing on ITA Court and Ricky’s Law implementation
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will consider a resolution expressing commitment to equity and social justice. The agenda also includes briefings on the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network and the Best Starts for Kids initiative.
- Resolution RPC2021-02 regarding equity and social justice
- Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network update briefing
- Fifth annual report on the Best Starts for Kids initiative
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee will receive several briefings during this meeting. These include updates on airport operations, the Assessor’s Office, and a pandemic response audit. The agenda also includes the recognition of Michael Colmant.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0098: Annual Briefing and Update on Airport Operations
- Briefing No. 2021-B0099: Assessor’s Office Briefing
- Briefing No. 2021-B0100: Pandemic Response Audit Briefing
- Recognition of Michael Colmant
King County Flood Control District
The King County Flood Control District Board of Supervisors will consider two resolutions for final action. These items involve an interlocal agreement with King County and the authorization of funds for projects in specific Water Resource Inventory Areas.
- Resolution FCD2021-06: Approving an interlocal agreement with King County for flood protection services
- Resolution FCD2021-07: Authorizing District funds for projects in Water Resource Inventory Areas 7, 8, 9, and 10
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council work session scheduled for July 13, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.
- Cancellation of the July 13, 2021, work session
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a proposal for supplemental COVID-19 funding. The agenda also includes discussions regarding ranked-choice voting and property tax levies for roads. Additionally, the Council is reviewing electric vehicle parking regulations.
- Supplemental COVID-19 appropriations of $39,795,000 to general fund agencies and $146,285,000 to non-general fund agencies
- Proposed implementation of ranked-choice voting for the election of county officers
- Sale of surplus property located at 13620 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue
- Property tax levy proposal for King County road system maintenance
- Electric vehicle parking regulations in unincorporated King County
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will review preliminary county perspectives regarding the Draft Nutrients General Permit. Members will also discuss strategies for the Clean Water Plan. The agenda includes reports from the MWPAAC and the Wastewater Treatment Division.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0093: Draft Nutrients General Permit
- Briefing No. 2021-B0094: Clean Water Plan strategies discussion
- MWPAAC Report
- Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) briefing
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will hold a special meeting work session. The agenda consists of a work session regarding the Clean Water Plan.
- Clean Water Plan Work Session
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed ordinances to amend the King County Charter. These include implementing ranked-choice voting for county officers and renaming the legislative branch. The committee will also receive a COVID-19 briefing and consider the sale of surplus property in Bellevue.
- Proposed ordinance to implement ranked-choice voting for county officers
- Proposed ordinance to rename the legislative branch as Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr., County council
- Proposed ordinance regarding the sale of surplus property at 13620 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue
- Executive COVID-19 briefing
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider resolutions for an interlocal agreement with King County regarding flood protection projects. The committee will also review funding for projects in Water Resource Inventory Areas 7, 8, 9, and 10. Additionally, a motion regarding project manager services for the Lower Green River Corridor Plan is on the agenda.
- Resolution FCD2021-06: Interlocal agreement with King County for flood protection projects
- Resolution FCD2021-07: Funding for projects in Water Resource Inventory Areas 7, 8, 9, and 10
- Motion FCDECM2021-04: Amendment to Lower Green River Corridor Plan project manager services
- Briefing on Signature Pointe Levee
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will consider a proposed ordinance to make several supplemental appropriations related to COVID-19. The meeting also includes a briefing on the rental assistance process from the Department of Community and Human Services.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0238: $39,795,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0238: $146,285,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0238: $16,540,000 supplemental appropriation to capital improvement funds
- Briefing on the Department of Community and Human Services rental assistance process
Law and Justice Committee
The July 6, 2021, meeting of the King County Law and Justice Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding RapidRide J Line stations and a property tax levy for roads. The agenda also includes a $19,545,000 supplemental budget appropriation.
- Ordinance establishing RapidRide J Line alignment and station locations
- Proposed property tax levy for road system maintenance
- $19,545,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies
- Approval of Sallal Water Association Water System Plan of 2020
- Motion to establish outreach teams for people experiencing homelessness
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is holding public hearings regarding tenant protections and an electric scooter pilot program. Members are also considering motions to transfer retired vanpool vans to nonprofits and local governments. Additionally, several land use assessments for timber or public benefit ratings will receive their first readings.
- Public hearing on tenant protection ordinance amendments
- Public hearing on electric scooter share pilot program
- Motion to transfer retired vanpool vans to nonprofits and local governments
- Land use assessments for properties in Kent, Enumclaw, Vashon, and Auburn
- Request to consult on condemning City Hall park
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee will discuss transit service restorations and wastewater treatment policies. Members will also review ordinances regarding electric scooter programs and vanpool van transfers. A public hearing is scheduled for open space classification applications in Seattle and Issaquah.
- Ordinance 2021-0211 regarding RapidRide J Line alignment and station locations
- Ordinance 2021-0204 amending the electric scooter share pilot program
- Public hearing for open space classification at 8240 43rd Avenue NE, Seattle
- Public hearing for open space classification near 5652 229th Avenue SE, Issaquah
- Motion to accept the King County-Cities Climate Collaboration 2021 Work Plan and Budget
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0131 regarding tenant protections. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 16, 2021 meeting.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0131 relating to tenant protections
- Approval of June 16, 2021, meeting minutes
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will consider motions regarding a human resources manager job description and the reappointment of David Spohr as hearing examiner. The committee will also receive an update on the recruitment for the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight Director.
- Motion to approve human resources manager job description
- Motion to reappoint David Spohr as King County hearing examiner
- Recruitment update for Office of Law Enforcement Oversight Director
- Executive session regarding employee performance and legal risks
Local Services Committee
The Local Services Committee is considering ordinances regarding the Sallal Water Association Water System Plan and a property tax levy for roads. The agenda also includes a motion for a property tax levy to support road system operations through 2026.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0182: Approval of the Sallal Water Association Water System Plan of 2020
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0206: Property tax levy for roads at a rate up to $2.25 per $1,000 of assessed valuation
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0207: Property tax levy for road system safety and maintenance from 2021 through 2026
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider several ordinances, including a large supplemental budget appropriation for various agencies. They will also discuss updates to the King County Charter and a moratorium on new breweries and distilleries.
- $305,330,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies
- Proposed amendment to the King County Charter regarding election timelines
- Lease agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. at King County International Airport
- Six-month renewal of a moratorium on new wineries, breweries, and distilleries
- $146,285,000 supplemental appropriation related to COVID-19
Metropolitan King County Council
This meeting consists of procedural items and briefings. No specific legislative actions or ordinances are listed for this session.
- Approval of May 25, 2021 minutes
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair updates
Board of Health
The King County Board of Health will review the May 20, 2021 meeting minutes and hear reports from the Chair and Director. The agenda includes a panel discussion regarding the impacts of bicycle helmet law enforcement and a briefing on a Determinants of Equity Retreat.
- Briefing No. 21-B10: Panel discussion on bicycle helmet laws and disparate impacts of enforcement
- Briefing No. 21-B11: Determinants of Equity Retreat
- Approval of May 20, 2021 minutes
Regional Transit Committee
The committee will receive briefings regarding Fall 2021 transit service restoration plans. The agenda also includes updates to countywide planning policies and growth targets.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0086: Service Restoration Part 1 - Fall 2021
- Briefing No. 2021-B0087: Countywide Planning Policies and Growth Target Updates
- Approval of May 19, 2021 meeting minutes
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
This meeting consists of procedural items for the King County Flood Control District Executive Committee. The agenda includes approving minutes from June 2, 2021, and reviewing invoices. No specific projects or new ordinances are listed in this document.
- Approval of June 2, 2021 minutes
- Approval of invoices
Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to implement ranked-choice voting for county officers, including the executive and councilmembers. This proposal would amend the King County Charter and be submitted to voters in the November 2021 election. The meeting also includes briefings on the Executive COVID-19 Response and the Harborview Annual Report.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0232 for ranked-choice voting
- Briefing on Executive COVID-19 Response
- Briefing on Harborview Annual Report
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will discuss several proposed ordinances. The agenda includes a large supplemental appropriation for various general and non-general fund agencies. The committee will also consider lease agreements involving the King County International Airport and the sheriff's office.
- $27,884,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies
- $300,100,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies
- $16,226,000 disappropriation from capital fund budgets
- Lease agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. at King County International Airport
- Lease amendment to support the King County sheriff's office
King County Flood Control District
The King County Flood Control District Board of Supervisors will meet to consider a resolution regarding district operations and finances. This includes adopting a revised 2020 budget, oversight budget, and capital budget. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss legal risks with counsel.
- Resolution FCD2021-05: adoption of revised 2020 budget and capital budgets
- Adoption of six-year capital improvement program for 2021-2026
- Executive session to discuss litigation or legal risks with counsel
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the King County Charter and tenant protections. The agenda also includes first readings for ordinances regarding RapidRide J Line stations and solid waste fees.
- $1,740,000,000 bond issuance for Harborview Medical Center improvements
- Public hearing on tenant protections ordinance
- Proposed King County Charter amendments regarding government goals and election timelines
- Establishment of station locations for RapidRide J Line
- Amendments to solid waste fees at recycling facilities and Cedar Hills regional landfill
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance related to tenant protections. The agenda also includes briefings on the Blake decision impacts and the implementation of Ricky’s Law. A briefing on recovery work at the University of Washington is also scheduled.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0131 regarding tenant protections
- Briefing on ITA Court and Ricky’s Law implementation
- Briefing on Blake Decision impacts
- Briefing on recovery perspective and work at the University of Washington
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will review several briefings regarding county operations. These include a budget update, recreation investments in equity, and the King County Clean Water Plan.
- Budget Update (Briefing No. 2021-B0088)
- Recreation Investments in Equity briefing (Briefing No. 2021-B0089)
- King County Clean Water Plan briefing (Briefing No. 2021-B0090)
- Approval of May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will review ordinances regarding district court electoral boundaries and financial services contract bidding. Members will also consider confirming several appointments to the employee giving program committee. A briefing on a contracting audit is also scheduled.
- Ordinance 2021-0135 regarding district court electoral district boundaries
- Ordinance 2021-0165 approving transfer of control for cable franchise 5602
- Ordinance 2021-0108 regarding bidding for financial services contracts
- Briefing on a contracting audit by the King County Auditor
- Confirming appointments to the employee giving program committee
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for June 8, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
King County Flood Control District
The Board will consider Resolution No. FCD2021-05 regarding district operations and finances. This includes adopting a revised 2020 budget, an oversight budget, and a capital budget. The resolution also covers the six-year capital improvement program for 2021-2026.
- Resolution No. FCD2021-05 regarding operations and finances
- Adoption of a revised 2020 budget, oversight budget, and capital budget
- Six-year capital improvement program for 2021-2026
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 9, March 30, and May 25, 2021
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council work session scheduled for June 8, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider recommendations for the Board of Supervisors. This includes a resolution to adopt a revised 2020 budget, oversight budget, and capital budget. The committee will also review the six-year capital improvement program for 2021-2026.
- Resolution No. FCD2021-05 regarding revised 2020 budgets
- Six-year capital improvement program for 2021-2026
- Approval of May 19, 2021 meeting minutes
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will review reports from the MWPAAC and the Wastewater Treatment Division. Staff will present briefings on Clean Water Plan actions regarding pollution control and wet weather management. The agenda also includes a briefing on the Clean Water/Healthy Habitat Project.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0079: Clean Water Plan Actions
- Briefing No. 2021-B0080: Clean Water/Healthy Habitat Project
- Approval of May 5, 2021 meeting minutes
- MWPAAC Report
- Wastewater Treatment Division Report
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss two proposed ordinances to amend the King County Charter. These measures would be submitted to voters for ratification or rejection at the November 2, 2021, general election.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0184 to amend the King County Charter Preamble
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0185 regarding charter ballot measure timelines
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will hold a special work session focused on the Clean Water Plan. The agenda contains only this work session and standard procedural items.
- Clean Water Plan Work Session
Law and Justice Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Law and Justice Committee for June 1, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing ordinances regarding budget appropriations and sewage treatment rates. The agenda also includes a proposal to prohibit facial recognition technology use by County offices.
- $22,539,969 appropriation to the HMC Capital Program 2020 Prop 1 fund
- Ordinance prohibiting facial recognition technology use by County offices
- Proposed property tax levy for King County road system maintenance
- $11,550,136 appropriation to the water quality construction fund
- Amendments to sewage treatment and disposal rates
Mobility and Environment Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Mobility and Environment Committee for May 26, 2021, has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council session limited to committee business.
- Cancellation of the May 26, 2021, meeting
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will consider motions to reappoint the King County auditor and several members to the citizens' elections oversight committee. The agenda also includes briefings on recruitment updates and a human resources consultant request for proposal. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and investigations regarding harassment and discrimination policies.
- Reappointment of Kymber Waltmunson as King County auditor
- Appointment of Linda Grez to the citizens' elections oversight committee
- Reappointment of Julie Kang to the citizens' elections oversight committee
- Reappointment of Quynh Pham to the citizens' elections oversight committee
- Recruitment update for Office of Law Enforcement Oversight Director
Employment and Administration Committee
The King County Employment and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for May 25, 2021, was cancelled. No other business or items were listed on the agenda.
Local Services Committee
The Local Services Committee will hear several departmental briefings. These include updates on roads funding, rural behavioral health needs, and an impact analysis of COVID-19 isolation sites.
- Roads funding briefing (No. 2021-B0076)
- Rural behavioral health needs briefing (No. 2021-B0078)
- King Conservation District annual briefing (No. 2021-B0012)
- COVID-19 isolation and quarantine sites impact analysis (No. 2021-B0077)
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council meeting consists of procedural items and information sessions. No substantive legislative actions or policy decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of May 11, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming committee agendas
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair updates
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a large supplemental appropriation for COVID-19 response agencies. Other items include a proposed moratorium renewal for breweries and wineries and interim zoning for small house sites. The meeting also includes a briefing on the COVID-19 response.
- Proposed $127,863,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies for COVID-19
- Proposed six-month renewal of moratorium on new wineries, breweries, and distilleries
- Proposed interim zoning ordinance regulating temporary small house sites
- Proposed agreement with Puget Sound Energy for the Interurban Trail South
- Motion to develop a vaccine incentive program for King County residents
King County Flood Control District
The King County Flood Control District is holding a special meeting to consider adopting its 2020 financial statements. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as roll call and public comment.
- Motion FCD21-02: Adoption of the 2020 financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020
Board of Health
The Board will consider a resolution to recognize June 4 as Regional Community Safety and Wellbeing Day. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Determinants of Equity Retreat. Procedural items include reports from the Chair, Director, and Administrator.
- Resolution No. 21-05: Recognizing June 4 as Regional Community Safety and Wellbeing Day
- Briefing No. 21-B09: Determinants of Equity Retreat
- Approval of April 15, 2021 meeting minutes
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will receive a briefing regarding proposed changes to transit policy. The meeting also includes reports from the Chair and General Manager, as well as the approval of minutes from the April 21, 2021 meeting.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0072: Overview of Proposed Transit Policy Changes
- Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss ordinances to amend the King County Charter and a proposal to prohibit facial recognition technology in county offices. The agenda also includes an executive COVID-19 briefing and updates from the Charter Review Commission.
- Ordinance 2021-0091: Prohibiting use of facial recognition technology by county departments
- Ordinance 2021-0184: Amending King County Charter preamble for voter ratification
- Ordinance 2021-0185: Updating charter timelines for referendums and initiatives
- Executive COVID Briefing from the Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider adopting the district's 2020 financial statements. The committee will also discuss a resolution to adopt a revised 2020 budget and a six-year capital improvement program for 2021-2026.
- Adoption of 2020 financial statements (Motion FCD21-02)
- Adoption of revised 2020 budget and oversight budget (Resolution FCD2021-05)
- Adoption of six-year capital improvement program for 2021-2026
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding county funding. These items include significant supplemental appropriations for general fund and non-general fund agencies. The agenda also includes discussions on sewage treatment rates and medical center capital funds.
- Ordinance 2021-0179: Supplemental appropriation of $27,884,000 to general fund agencies and $300,100,000 to non-general fund agencies.
- Ordinance 2021-0187: Changes to sewage treatment and disposal rates and charges.
- Ordinance 2021-0190: Supplemental appropriation of $1,435,000 to the wastewater treatment division.
- Ordinance 2021-0159: Establishment of Harborview Medical Center capital project fund.
- Ordinance 2021-0160: Appropriation of $22,539,969 to the HMC Capital Program 2020 Prop 1 capital fund.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will hold public hearings on residential lighting ordinances and a COVID-19 supplemental budget appropriation. Members will also review property valuation applications for open space and confirm several committee appointments.
- $127,863,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies for COVID-19
- $467,781,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies for COVID-19
- Ordinance regarding exterior lighting in residential areas
- Open space assessed valuation approvals for properties in Vashon, Redmond, and Fall City
- Appointments to the King County emergency management advisory committee
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The committee will consider a motion regarding a secure medicine return mail-back program and an awareness campaign. The agenda also includes briefings on geriatric medicine and the impacts of the Blake decision.
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0181: Secure medicine return and communications campaign
- Briefing No. 2021-B0068: Geriatric Medicine
- Briefing No. 2021-B0069: Impacts of the Blake Decision
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will discuss supplemental appropriations for COVID-19 response across general and non-general funds. Members will also consider lease agreements for land at King County International Airport and for the sheriff's office.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0155: $125,663,000 appropriation to general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0155: $439,716,000 appropriation to non-general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0155: $34,317,000 appropriation to a capital improvement fund
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0003: Lease agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. at King County International Airport
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0162: Lease amendment for the King County sheriff's office
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will consider a motion for mental health and substance use prevention programs for children and youth. The agenda also includes briefings on the King County budget and Harborview Medical Center.
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0178 regarding mental health and substance use services for youth
- King County Budget Update briefing
- Harborview Medical Center update briefing
- Approval of March 26, 2021 meeting minutes
King County Flood Control District
The scheduled meeting for the King County Flood Control District on May 11, 2021, has been cancelled.
Employment and Administration Committee
The committee will discuss a personnel matter and an investigation regarding the Council's policies against harassment and discrimination. The meeting also includes an executive session to review public employee performance and legal risks.
- Discussion on personnel matter and investigation related to harassment and discrimination policies
- Executive session to review public employee performance and legal risks
- Approval of April 6, 2021 minutes
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The scheduled May 11, 2021, meeting of the King County Government Accountability and Oversight Committee has been cancelled. No other business was listed on the agenda.
Metropolitan King County Council
This meeting is a scheduled work session consisting of procedural and informational items. No specific legislative actions, contracts, or ordinances are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of April 27, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming committee agendas and issues
- Intergovernmental update
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will discuss a motion to appoint committees for a voters pamphlet statement regarding a proposed property tax levy for child health programs. The agenda also includes supplemental budget appropriations for wastewater treatment and water quality construction. Additionally, the meeting features the State of the County Address and several advisory committee reappointments.
- Proposed property tax levy for child health and youth programs
- $1,435,000 supplemental appropriation for wastewater treatment
- $11,550,136 supplemental appropriation for water quality construction
- Emergency mutual aid agreement with Washington Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network
- Reappointments to the Priority Hire and Emergency Management advisory committees
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee is holding a special meeting work session. The agenda focuses on a work session for the Clean Water Plan.
- Clean Water Plan Work Session
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The King County Flood Control District Executive Committee meeting scheduled for May 5, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed.
Law and Justice Committee
The Law and Justice Committee will consider motions to establish a hate crimes unit and approve a transit safety report. The committee will also review several appointments to the emergency management advisory committee. Additionally, members will discuss support for sheriff's office mental health programs.
- Motion to establish a hate crimes unit within the department of public safety
- Approval of a transit safety and security report
- Appointments to the emergency management advisory committee
- Support for sheriff's office mental health programs
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposal to issue up to $806 million in bonds for infrastructure and housing projects. The agenda also includes discussions on public transportation service changes and potential amendments to the King County Charter.
- Proposed issuance of up to $806,000,000 in bonds for transit, bridges, and affordable housing
- Proposed ordinance regarding October 2021 public transportation service changes
- Ordinance for the sale of surplus parcels on Issaquah Pine Lake Rd SE in Sammamish
- Budget appropriation of $27,884,000 to general fund agencies and $300,100,000 to non-general fund agencies
- Confirming appointments to the Harborview Medical Center board of trustees
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee will consider proposed changes to King County's public transportation services for September 2021. The agenda also includes a proposal for an emergency mutual aid agreement with the Washington Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network and briefings on transit guidelines and the Clean Water Plan.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0130 regarding September 2021 public transportation service changes
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0029 for an emergency mutual aid agreement with the Washington Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network
- Briefing on transit service guidelines, reductions, and partnerships
- Briefing on Clean Water Plan investments
Local Services Committee
The committee will review briefings regarding election outreach and roads funding. Members will also consider ordinances related to search and rescue facilities and a six-month moratorium on new wineries, breweries, and distilleries.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0134: Renewing a six-month moratorium on new or expanded wineries, breweries, and distilleries
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0163: Allowing search and rescue facilities in King County subject to conditions
- Briefing on King County Election Outreach
- Briefing on Roads Funding
Employment and Administration Committee
The April 27, 2021, meeting of the Employment and Administration Committee has been cancelled. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.
Metropolitan King County Council
This meeting consists of procedural actions and informational briefings. The Council will review minutes from March 23, 2021, and receive intergovernmental and chair updates.
- Approval of March 23, 2021 minutes
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair updates
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will hold public hearings regarding ordinances for fireworks regulations and sewer system utility planning. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 response briefing and several first readings of motions.
- Public hearing on fireworks regulation ordinance No. 2021-0057.2
- Public hearing on sewer system utility planning ordinance No. 2020-0024.2
- Ordinance denying the vacation of Richardson Road right of way
- Motion to approve a transit safety and security report
- Confirmation of Jenna Yang to the immigrant and refugee commission
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The committee will hear briefings on childcare programs and the Mental Illness and Drug Dependency budget. Members will also discuss a legislative update on tenant protections and review Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0131.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0131 regarding tenant protections
- Briefing on Childcare Programs in King County
- Briefing on Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) Budget
- Discussion of Tenant Protections legislative update
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee will discuss and potentially take action on Proposed Motion No. 2020-0288, which relates to the 2020 Strategic Climate Action Plan. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 24, 2021, meeting.
- Proposed Motion No. 2020-0288 regarding the 2020 Strategic Climate Action Plan
- Approval of March 24, 2021, meeting minutes
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will review a briefing regarding transit service guidelines. The presentation covers service reductions, restructures, and flexible service partnerships.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0059: Service Guidelines Reductions, Restructures, and Flexible Service Partnerships
Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance regarding the use of facial recognition technology by county departments. The agenda also includes appointments to the Harborview Medical Center board of trustees and a briefing on the COVID-19 response.
- Ordinance No. 2021-0091 prohibiting facial recognition technology use
- Appointment of Bill Boyce to Harborview Medical Center board of trustees
- Appointment of David Hadley to Harborview Medical Center board of trustees
- Briefing on the Executive COVID-19 Response
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
This meeting consists of procedural items for the King County Flood Control District Executive Committee. The agenda includes approving minutes from April 7, 2021, and approving invoices.
- Approval of April 7, 2021, minutes
- Approval of invoices
- Public comment period
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will discuss several proposed ordinances regarding budget adjustments and land use. This includes a significant supplemental appropriation related to COVID-19 and the issuance of bonds for infrastructure projects.
- Proposed $125,663,000 general fund appropriation for COVID-19 response
- Proposed lease agreement with UPS at King County International Airport
- Sale of surplus parcels on Issaquah Pine Lake Rd SE in Sammamish
- Proposed $806,000,000 bond issuance for transit and infrastructure projects
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider an ordinance to place a property tax levy proposal on the August 3, 2021, special election. The agenda also includes proclamations, committee reappointments, and various land use decisions.
- Proposed property tax levy for child and youth health programs
- Proclamation condemning racism, xenophobia, and intolerance against AAPI
- Open space assessments for properties in Seattle, North Bend, Enumclaw, and Vashon
- Reappointments to the emergency management advisory committee and personnel board
- Transfer of cable franchise 5602 from Radiate Holdings, L.P. to Stonepeak Associates IV, LLC
Board of Health
The King County Board of Health will review briefings regarding COVID-19, vaccines, and state legislative updates. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 18, 2021, meeting.
- Briefing No. 21-B07: COVID-19 and vaccine updates
- Briefing No. 21-B08: State legislative update
- Approval of March 18, 2021 meeting minutes
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The April 14, 2021, meeting of the Community, Health and Housing Services Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
- No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation
Regional Policy Committee
The April 14, 2021, meeting of the Regional Policy Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The April 13, 2021, meeting of the King County Government Accountability and Oversight Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
King County Flood Control District
The scheduled meeting for the King County Flood Control District on April 13, 2021, has been cancelled.
Metropolitan King County Council
The April 13, 2021, meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council has been cancelled.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled work session for the Metropolitan King County Council on April 13, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed for this meeting.
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will hold discussions regarding preliminary sewer rates and capacity charges for 2022. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Clean Water Plan investment strategy.
- Discussion of 2022 preliminary sewer rate and capacity charges
- Briefing on Clean Water Plan investments
- Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee (MWPAAC) Report
- Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) Report
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed ordinance to authorize a property tax levy for children and youth programs at a special election on August 3, 2020. The committee will also receive a briefing regarding the Executive COVID-19 Response.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0062 regarding a property tax levy
- Briefing No. 2021-B0058 on the Executive COVID-19 Response
- Property tax rate of up to $0.19 per $1,000 of assessed valuation
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The committee will consider a motion regarding the Willowmoor Floodplain Restoration Project and Lake Sammamish mitigation strategies. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Tolt River Level of Service.
- Motion to include Willowmoor Floodplain Restoration Project in Sammamish Capital Investment Strategy
- Exploration of near-term mitigation strategies for Lake Sammamish property owners
- Tolt River Level of Service Briefing
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee is holding a special work session. The meeting focuses on discussing the Clean Water Plan.
- Clean Water Plan Work Session
Law and Justice Committee
The Law and Justice Committee will review a briefing on a jail safety audit. The report examines using a risk-based approach to improve safety and equity in adult jails.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0057: Jail Safety Audit regarding risk-based approaches for adult jails
- Approval of March 2, 2021 meeting minutes
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several items, including a briefing on the COVID-19 response. The agenda also includes proposals for significant budget amendments and new bond issuances.
- Proposed ordinance for supplemental COVID-19 appropriations of $125,663,000 to general fund agencies
- Authorization of up to $806,000,000 in bonds for transit, housing, and infrastructure projects
- Acceptance of a donation of approximately 23.5 acres of conservation easements valued at $167,500
- Motion to establish a hate crimes unit within the Department of Public Safety
Employment and Administration Committee
The committee will receive a briefing regarding a personnel matter and an investigation into policies against harassment and discrimination. The meeting also includes an executive session to review public employee performance and discuss legal risks.
- Briefing on personnel matter and investigation related to harassment and discrimination policies
- Executive session to review public employee performance and discuss legal risks
- Approval of February 23, 2021, meeting minutes
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled March 30, 2021, meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion due to this cancellation notice.
King County Flood Control District
This special meeting includes procedural items such as a call to order and roll call. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss litigation or legal risks with legal counsel.
- Executive Session to discuss litigation or legal risks
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0062 regarding a special election on August 3, 2021. The ordinance proposes a property tax levy to fund prevention and early intervention strategies for children and youth. The proposal includes provisions for resident oversight and limits on annual levy increases.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0062 regarding a property tax levy for child and youth health services
- Approval of March 10, 2021 meeting minutes
Mobility and Environment Committee
The Mobility and Environment Committee will discuss proposed public transportation service changes for September 2021. The agenda also includes a motion to accept a $167,500 donation of conservation easements near Covington. Additionally, staff will provide updates on COVID-19 transit impacts and the Clean Water Plan.
- Proposed ordinance for September 2021 public transportation service changes
- Authorization to accept a $167,500 donation of 23.5 acres for wildlife habitat near Covington
- Confirmation of Ali Javed to the King County transit advisory commission
- Confirmation of Melissa Ivancevich to the waterworks grant ranking committee
- Briefing on COVID-19 related transit service suspensions and restorations
Local Services Committee
The Local Services Committee will discuss several proposed ordinances and a briefing. Items include new electric vehicle parking rules, the North City Water District plan, and residential exterior lighting regulations. The committee will also hear a briefing on participatory budgeting.
- Proposed ordinance for electric vehicle parking regulations in unincorporated King County
- Approval of the North City Water District 2020 Water System Plan
- Motion for an honorary road name designation for Mukai Farm & Garden
- Proposed ordinance regarding exterior lighting in residential areas
- Briefing on participatory budgeting from the Department of Local Services
Employment and Administration Committee
The King County Employment and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for March 23, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will review a COVID-19 response briefing and consider several ordinances. These include budget increases for various agencies to address the pandemic and an appropriation for water quality construction. The meeting also includes appointments to county advisory boards and committees.
- Supplemental COVID-19 appropriations totaling over $92 million
- $64,624,124 appropriation to the water quality construction fund
- Cancellation of $924,750 in uncollectible personal property taxes
- Updates to King County district court electoral district boundaries
- Confirmations for various county advisory board appointments
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is conducting a virtual work session. The agenda includes reviewing upcoming committee issues, an issue briefing, and intergovernmental updates. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of March 9, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming committee agendas and issues
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
Board of Health
The Board of Health will receive briefings on COVID-19 vaccine updates and the impact of airport pollutants on community health. The meeting also includes a state legislature update from Public Health officials.
- COVID-19 and vaccine updates briefing
- Airport community health profiles and pollutant impacts briefing
- State Legislature update briefing
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will review briefings regarding a budget proviso response for service restoration and restructuring. The committee will also hear a briefing on proposed changes to Metro Connects.
- Briefing on response to budget proviso for service restoration and restructures
- Briefing on proposed Metro Connects changes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a briefing on the Executive COVID-19 Response and consider an ordinance regarding fireworks regulations. The committee will also vote on several appointments to county boards and departments.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0057 regarding fireworks regulations
- Briefing on the Executive COVID-19 Response
- Appointment of Janice Case as deputy director of the department of elections
- Appointment of Taylor Atkinson to the King County solid waste advisory committee
- Appointment of Patricia Moss to the 4Culture board
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes from March 3, 2021, and the approval of invoices. No substantive projects or legislative actions are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of March 3, 2021, meeting minutes
- Approval of invoices
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee meeting scheduled for March 16, 2021, has been cancelled.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing an interlocal agreement for the countywide enhanced 911 emergency communications system. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding tenant protections and a proposal to renew a moratorium on new wineries, breweries, and distilleries.
- Interlocal agreement for countywide enhanced 911 emergency communications
- Ordinance regarding tenant protections
- Renewal of moratorium on new or expanded wineries, breweries, and distilleries
- September 2021 public transportation service changes
- Open space assessed valuation applications in Vashon, Duvall, and Enumclaw
King County Forecast Council
The King County Forecast Council is meeting to elect new leadership and review economic projections. The council will consider adopting a preliminary economic and revenue forecast for the 2022 budget and beyond. They will also review the 2021 work plan for the office of economic and financial analysis.
- Resolution KCFC2021-01: Adoption of preliminary economic and revenue forecast for the 2022 King County budget
- Resolution KCFC2021-02: Approval of the 2021 work plan for the office of economic and financial analysis
- Election of Council Chair and Vice-chair
- Approval of minutes from August 25, 2020
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will consider several proposed ordinances regarding budget amendments. These include supplemental funding for COVID-19 response and the water quality construction fund, as well as the cancellation of uncollectible personal property taxes. The committee will also discuss a land lease at King County International Airport.
- $15,930,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies for COVID-19
- $75,262,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies for COVID-19
- $64,624,124 supplemental appropriation to the water quality construction fund
- Cancellation of $924,750 in uncollectible personal property taxes (2013-2020)
- Lease agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. at King County International Airport
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The Community, Health and Housing Services Committee will consider motions to confirm two appointments to advisory boards. The committee will also receive briefings regarding accessibility in Family Court and affordable housing.
- Motion to confirm Alex Sheehan to the King County behavioral health advisory board
- Motion to confirm Trenecsia Wilson to the mental illness and drug dependency advisory committee
- Briefing on accessibility issues in Family Court
- Panel on affordable housing
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance for a special election on August 3, 2021. This measure would authorize a property tax levy to fund health and well-being programs for children and youth. The agenda also includes a briefing on affordable housing investments by Amazon and Microsoft.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0062 regarding a property tax levy of up to $0.19 per $1,000 of assessed valuation
- Briefing on affordable housing investments by Amazon and Microsoft
- Approval of February 10, 2021 meeting minutes
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will consider a motion to approve bylaws for the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network Operator and an ordinance regarding staff recruitment. The agenda also includes briefings on elections and a cybersecurity audit.
- Motion 2021-0106: Approving articles of incorporation and bylaws for Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network Operator
- Ordinance 2021-0107: Agreement regarding King County employees serving as staff for the radio network operator
- Elections briefing from Elections Director Julie Wise
- Cybersecurity Audit Briefing from the King County Auditor
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing several proposed ordinances, including hazard pay for grocery workers during the COVID-19 emergency. The agenda also includes a briefing on the COVID-19 response and budget appropriations for public health and jail services.
- Hazard pay requirement for grocery employees in unincorporated King County
- $526,000 supplemental appropriation to jail health services and $517,000 to public health
- Collective bargaining agreements with the Washington State Nurses Association
- Water system plan updates for Northeast Sammamish Sewer and Water District and King County Water District No. 54
- Report on untreated wastewater discharge from the West Point Treatment Plant
Metropolitan King County Council
This meeting consists of procedural items and briefings. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed on the agenda.
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will consider a resolution for the regional water quality committee work program. Staff will also provide briefings on sewer rate schedules and the Clean Water Plan workshop.
- Resolution No. RWQC2021-01 regarding the committee work program
- Briefing on sewer rate schedule, process, and asset management
- Clean Water Plan workshop briefing
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider a resolution to amend an agreement for environmental impact studies regarding the Lower Green River Corridor Plan. The committee will also discuss including the Willowmoor Floodplain Restoration Project in the Sammamish Capital Investment Strategy. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Lower Green River Corridor planning process.
- Resolution to amend professional services agreement for a Lower Green River Corridor Plan environmental impact statement
- Motion regarding Willowmoor Floodplain Restoration Project and Lake Sammamish mitigation strategies
- Update on the Lower Green River Corridor Planning Process
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several legislative proposals and receive a COVID-19 response briefing. The agenda includes reviewing changes to fireworks regulations and an appointment for a judicial vacancy. Members will also consider establishing hazard pay for grocery workers during the coronavirus emergency.
- Proposed ordinance establishing hazard pay for grocery employees in unincorporated King County
- Proposed ordinance regarding fireworks regulations
- Motion to fill a judicial vacancy in the King County District Court
- Briefing on the Executive COVID-19 Response
Law and Justice Committee
The Law and Justice Committee will consider an interlocal agreement regarding the countywide 911 emergency communications system. The committee will also discuss a new advisory committee for public safety leadership and penalties for disrupting support group video calls.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0113: Establishing an advisory committee for selecting the department of public safety chief officer.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2020-0170: Authorizing an interlocal agreement for the countywide enhanced 911 emergency communications system.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2020-0201: Creating criminal and civil penalties for unauthorized disruption of support group video teleconferences.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several ordinances and motions. This includes significant supplemental appropriations for COVID-19 response and water quality construction. The council will also consider transit funding agreements with Seattle and the cancellation of uncollectible property taxes.
- Supplemental appropriation of $15,930,000 to general fund agencies for COVID-19
- $64,624,124 supplemental appropriation to the water quality construction fund
- Cancellation of $778,436 in uncollectible personal property taxes
- Transit service funding agreement with the city of Seattle
- Amendments to fees and terms for county automotive parking facilities
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee will review a proposed transit service funding agreement with the City of Seattle and updates to the retired passenger van program. Members will also discuss sewer system utility planning and the climate action plan toolkit. A report regarding wastewater discharge at the West Point Treatment Plant is also scheduled for consideration.
- Transit service funding agreement with the City of Seattle
- Report on January 13, 2021, wastewater discharge at West Point Treatment Plant
- Amendments to the retired passenger van program
- Approval of the climate action plan toolkit
- Sewer system utility planning ordinance
Local Services Committee
The committee will consider proposed ordinances regarding electric vehicle parking regulations and water system plan updates. The meeting also includes a briefing on substance abuse services from the Department of Community and Human Services.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2020-0417: Electric vehicle parking regulations in unincorporated King County
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0038: Northeast Sammamish Sewer and Water District Water System Plan Update for 2020
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0039: King County Water District No. 54 Comprehensive Water System Plan for 2019
- Substance Abuse Services Briefing from the Department of Community and Human Services
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will consider motions regarding staff recruitment and job descriptions. This includes a proposal to create an advisory committee to assist in appointing a new director for the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight. The committee will also review a job description for an Information Technology Services Supervisor.
- Creation of a recruitment advisory committee for the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight director
- Approval of a job description for Information Technology Services Supervisor
Metropolitan King County Council
The meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and committee reviews. No specific legislative actions or policy decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of February 9, 2021 minutes
- Committee issue reviews
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair updates
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will review a briefing on the COVID-19 response from Public Health. Members are also considering an interlocal agreement between King County and Seattle regarding the administration of the area agency on aging. The agenda includes several appointments to county boards and ordinances related to residential lighting and land use assessments.
- Interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Seattle for aging services administration
- Revision of voting precincts in King County for 2021
- Ordinance regarding exterior lighting in residential areas
- Applications for timber land or public benefit rating system assessments in Vashon, Redmond, and Carnation
- Appointments to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network board of directors
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss a resolution urging the state legislature to investigate COVID-19 precautions in Department of Corrections facilities. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 and vaccines, as well as the election of new chairs. The board will also vote to adopt its 2021 work plan.
- Resolution No. 21-04: Urging investigation into COVID-19 management in state correctional facilities
- COVID-19 and vaccine updates briefing
- Election of Board Chair and Vice Chairs
- Resolution No. 21-02: Designating the order of vice-chairs for 2021
- Resolution No. 21-01: Adopting the 2021 work plan
Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance regarding fireworks regulations. Members will also consider confirming Tanya Woo to the King County landmarks commission. Briefings are scheduled for the executive COVID-19 response and the Best Starts for Kids Levy renewal.
- Proposed ordinance No. 2021-0057 regarding fireworks regulations
- Motion No. 2021-0010 to confirm Tanya Woo to the landmarks commission
- Briefing on the executive COVID-19 response
- Briefing on the Best Starts for Kids Levy renewal
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will meet to consider a resolution to adopt the 2021 work plan for the committee. The meeting also includes a briefing on service guidelines updates from the Metro Transit Department.
- Resolution No. RTC2021-01: Adopting the 2021 work plan for the King County regional transit committee
- Briefing No. 2021-B0028: Service Guidelines Update
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review meeting minutes from February 3, 2021, and approve invoices. The committee is also considering a resolution regarding the Covington Creek Culvert Replacement Project.
- Resolution FCD2021-03: Interlocal agreement with City of Black Diamond for Covington Creek Culvert Replacement Project
- Approval of February 3, 2021 minutes
- Approval of invoices
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will discuss several ordinances regarding county finances and land use. The agenda includes proposals for tax cancellations, investment property rules, and a new airport lease. The committee will also review changes to parking facility fees.
- Cancellation of $778,436 in uncollectible personal property taxes from 2012 through 2019
- Lease agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. for land at King County International Airport
- Amendments to terms and fees for county automotive parking facilities
- Updates to ordinances regarding financial investment properties
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will hold a second reading on a health through housing implementation plan. Members will also consider ordinances regarding facial recognition technology and hazard pay for grocery employees. Additionally, several appointments to county commissions are up for confirmation.
- Ordinance prohibiting the use of facial recognition technology by County departments
- Ordinance establishing hazard pay for grocery employees during the COVID-19 emergency
- Subdivision ordinance for property in Auburn, WA
- Acceptance of $167,500 worth of conservation easements near Covington
- Second reading of the health through housing implementation plan
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance regarding a special election on August 3, 2021. This measure would authorize a property tax levy to fund prevention and early intervention strategies for children and youth. The agenda also includes briefings on pandemic assistance and the Best Starts for Kids initiative.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2021-0062 regarding a property tax levy
- Pandemic Assistance Update briefing
- Fourth Annual Report on the Best Starts for Kids Initiative
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The committee will review briefings regarding University of Washington behavioral health programs and crime trends from the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The agenda also includes consideration of an ordinance for an interlocal agreement with Seattle and a motion to accept a mental illness evaluation report.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2019-0427: Interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Seattle for area agency on aging administration
- Briefing on University of Washington Behavioral Health Programs and Harborview Facility Plans
- Prosecuting Attorney’s Office presentation on crime trends
- Proposed Motion No. 2020-0280: Acceptance of the 2019 annual mental illness and drug dependency evaluation summary report
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will review a proposed ordinance to revise King County voting precincts for the year 2021. The agenda also includes briefings from the Assessor’s Office and Auditor’s Office, as well as appointments to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network board.
- Proposed ordinance revising King County voting precincts for 2021
- Confirmation of Brenda Bauer to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network board
- Confirmation of Dwight Dively as an alternate to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network board
- Acknowledgment of a report on regional animal services outcomes and financial sustainability
- Briefings regarding cybersecurity audits and the Assessor’s Office
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will conduct a work session to review upcoming agendas and issues in committees. The meeting also includes an issue briefing, intergovernmental updates, and chair updates.
- Approval of January 26, 2021, meeting minutes
- Review of upcoming agendas and committee issues
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair updates
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors will review authorizations for employee insurance benefits agreements and an amendment to an accounting services contract. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the January 12, 2021, meeting.
- Resolution FCD2021-02: Authorizing agreements for employee insurance benefits
- Motion FCD21-01: Authorizing an amendment to the accounting services contract
- Approval of January 12, 2021, meeting minutes
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will review a Public Health briefing on the COVID-19 response. The agenda includes ordinances for renaming a regional park and adjusting North Bend city boundaries. The Council will also consider a motion calling on the state Legislature to prohibit preferential vaccine access for hospital donors.
- Motion condemning preferential COVID-19 vaccine access for hospital donors
- Ordinance naming Preston Park complex as Jim Ellis Memorial Regional Park at Preston
- Ordinance revising North Bend city boundaries to include specific rights-of-way
- Ten-year use agreement for a lookout tower at Pinnacle Peak park in Enumclaw
- Cancellation of $924,750 in uncollectible personal property taxes
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee is meeting to discuss Resolution No. RWQC2021-01 concerning its work program. The agenda also includes briefings on treatment plant flows and COVID sewer surveillance.
- Resolution No. RWQC2021-01 regarding the committee work program
- Briefing on Treatment Plant Flows and Loadings Study
- Briefing on COVID Sewer Surveillance
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is considering recommendations for the Board of Supervisors regarding employee insurance benefits and an accounting services contract amendment. Briefings are also scheduled for the King County Flood Warning Center and the 2021 Work Plan.
- Resolution FCD2021-02: Agreements for employee insurance benefits
- Motion FCD21-01: Amendment to accounting services contract
- Briefing: King County Flood Warning Center
- Briefing: 2021 Flood Control District Work Plan
Committee of the Whole
The committee will receive a briefing on the executive COVID-19 response. Members will also discuss an ordinance regarding a health through housing implementation plan and consider several appointments to county advisory committees.
- Briefing on Executive COVID-19 Response
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2020-0338.2 for a health through housing implementation plan
- Appointments to the King County solid waste advisory committee
- Appointments to the King County landmarks commission
Law and Justice Committee
The committee will hear a briefing regarding COVID-19 public health compliance in county courts and jails. The agenda also includes an annual update from King County Search and Rescue. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from the December 8, 2020, meeting.
- Briefing on COVID-19 public health compliance in county courts and jails
- King County Search and Rescue annual update
- Approval of December 8, 2020, meeting minutes
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will consider several ordinances, including a proposed property tax levy for child and youth well-being at a special election. The agenda also includes a public health briefing on vaccines and transit funding agreements with Seattle.
- Proposed property tax levy for child and youth health services
- Transit service funding agreement with the city of Seattle
- Revision of King County voting precincts for 2021
- Ordinance regarding the vacation of a portion of S.A. Nelson Road
- Criminal penalties for disrupting video teleconferences of support groups
Mobility and Environment Committee
The committee is reviewing proposed ordinances for the shoreline master program and sewer system utility planning. The meeting also includes discussions on Metro Transit policy updates and several advisory committee appointments.
- Ordinance 2020-0394 regarding the shoreline master program
- Ordinance 2020-0024 relating to sewer system utility planning
- Ordinance 2020-0234 naming Preston park complex as Jim Ellis Memorial Regional Park at Preston
- Acceptance of the King County Metro Transit 2020 System Evaluation
- Appointments to the King County conservation futures advisory committee
Local Services Committee
The committee will discuss proposed ordinances regarding surface water management fees and North Bend city boundaries. The agenda also includes briefings on the COVID-19 response and the King Conservation District. Additionally, members will consider a ten-year use agreement for a lookout tower at Pinnacle Peak park.
- Proposed ordinance regarding surface water management fees for unincorporated parcels
- Proposed ordinance to revise the North Bend corporate boundary
- Proposed ten-year use agreement for a lookout tower at Pinnacle Peak park
- Briefing on Department of Local Services COVID-19 response
Employment and Administration Committee
The committee will receive a consultant presentation regarding pay equity and employee classification for the Legislative Branch. It will also hear an update on recruitment for the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight Director.
- Legislative Branch pay equity and employee classification consultant presentation
- Office of Law Enforcement Oversight Director recruitment update
- Introduction of new Legislative Branch employees
- Approval of December 8, 2020, meeting minutes
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several ordinances and motions. This includes a supplemental budget increase for employee benefits and new electric vehicle parking regulations. The agenda also covers judicial appointments and reports on wastewater discharge.
- $9,000,000 supplemental appropriation for employee benefits
- Electric vehicle parking regulations in unincorporated King County
- Motion regarding equitable access to COVID-19 vaccinations
- Report on untreated wastewater discharge into Puget Sound
- Amendments to fireworks regulations
Metropolitan King County Council
This meeting is a work session consisting of committee reviews, issue briefings, and intergovernmental updates. The agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific legislative actions or projects.
- Approval of January 12, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming committee agendas and issues
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to elect new leadership and adopt its 2021 work plan. The agenda includes resolutions regarding racism in public health and institutional racism at Seattle Children’s Hospital. A briefing on COVID-19 and vaccine updates is also scheduled.
- Adoption of the 2021 Board of Health work plan (Resolution No. 21-01)
- Resolution calling for independent review of racism allegations at Seattle Children’s Hospital (Resolution No. 21-03)
- Resolution encouraging state legislature to address racism as a public health crisis (Resolution No. 20-10)
- Designating the order of vice-chair succession for 2021 (Resolution No. 21-02)
- Briefing on COVID-19 and vaccine updates
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a briefing on the Executive COVID-19 Response. The committee will also consider a motion to fill a vacancy for a southwest district judge in the King County district court.
- Briefing No. 2021-B0006 regarding Executive COVID-19 Response
- Proposed Motion No. 2021-0006 to fill a southwest district judge vacancy
- Approval of December 1, 2020 meeting minutes
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will consider a motion regarding the King County Metro Transit Strategic Plan and service guidelines. The committee will also review the 2021 work plan and receive an update on the strategic plan. Members will also discuss selecting a Vice Chair.
- Selection of Vice Chair
- Motion regarding King County Metro Transit Strategic Plan and Service Guidelines
- Acceptance of the Transit 2020 System Evaluation
- Review of the 2021 Regional Transit Committee Work Plan
- Strategic Plan Update
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will consider motions to amend agreements for advisory committee facilitation and project manager services. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the new Flood Control District website. Procedural items include approving invoices and minutes from December 2, 2020.
- Amendment to advisory committee facilitation services agreement
- Amendment to Lower Green River Corridor Plan and PEIS project manager services agreement
- New Flood Control District website presentation
- Approval of December 2, 2020 meeting minutes
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The January 19, 2021, meeting of the King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several proposed ordinances, including a $9,000,000 supplement to employee benefits. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding the 2021 property tax levy and the North Bend Water System Plan. Other items include appointments to local commissions and an agreement for the countywide 911 emergency communications system.
- $9,000,000 supplemental appropriation for employee benefits (Ordinance 2021-0045)
- 2020 property tax levy for collection in 2021 (Ordinance 2020-0314)
- Approval of the City of North Bend Water System Plan of 2020 (Ordinance 2021-0044)
- Interlocal agreement for the countywide enhanced 911 emergency communications system (Ordinance 2020-0170)
- Naming Preston Park complex as Jim Ellis Memorial Regional Park at Preston (Ordinance 2020-0234)
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The committee will consider an ordinance regarding an interlocal agreement between King County and the city of Seattle. The agenda also includes briefings on COVID-19 pandemic responses and the Regional Homelessness Authority.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2019-0427 for an interlocal agreement with Seattle regarding area agency on aging administration
- Briefing on County response to COVID-19 and impacts on programs
- Briefing on the Regional Homelessness Authority
- Public Health briefing on COVID-19 pandemic response
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will meet to adopt its 2021 work plan and elect a Vice-Chair. The agenda includes discussing an ordinance regarding a health through housing implementation plan. Members will also consider a motion to accept the 2019 mental illness and drug dependency evaluation summary report.
- Adoption of the 2021 RPC Work Plan (Resolution No. RPC2021-01)
- Ordinance No. 2020-0338 regarding a health through housing implementation plan
- Motion No. 2020-0280 to accept the 2019 mental illness and drug dependency evaluation summary report
- Election of the RPC Vice-Chair
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The January 12, 2021, meeting of the Government Accountability and Oversight Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will hold a briefing from Public Health regarding vaccines. The agenda also includes reviews of water system plans for North Bend and the Northeast Sammamish Sewer and Water District. Additionally, the Council will consider various committee appointments and property assessments.
- Public Health briefing on vaccines (Briefing No. 2021-B0005)
- Northeast Sammamish Sewer and Water District Water System Plan Update for 2020
- City of North Bend Water System Plan of 2020
- Agreement regarding insured benefits for King County employees
- Property assessments in Redmond, Carnation, and Renton
Metropolitan King County Council
This work session consists of procedural items and briefings. The Council will review upcoming committee agendas, receive an issue briefing, and hear intergovernmental and chair updates.
- Review of upcoming committee agendas
- Issue briefing
- Intergovernmental update
- Council Chair updates
King County Flood Control District
The board will consider a resolution to change regular meeting times and operating procedures. Members will also receive an update on the Lower Green River Corridor Planning Process. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential legal risks or litigation.
- Resolution FCD2021-01: Amending meeting times and operating procedures
- Briefing on the Lower Green River Corridor Planning Process
- Executive session regarding potential litigation or legal risks
Community, Health and Housing Services Committee
The January 6, 2021, meeting of the King County Community, Health and Housing Services Committee has been cancelled. This cancellation notice also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council agenda limited to committee business.
Regional Water Quality Committee
The January 6, 2021, meeting of the Regional Water Quality Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda regarding committee business.
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The King County Flood Control District Executive Committee meeting scheduled for January 6, 2021, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed.
- Meeting cancellation notice
Committee of the Whole
The King County Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for January 6, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing a proposed lease for United Parcel Service, Inc. at the King County International Airport. The agenda also includes several ordinances regarding land use assessments for open space and timber land. Additionally, the council will consider appointments to various county advisory boards.
- Lease agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. for county-owned land at King County International Airport
- Proposed ordinance regarding council rules and order of business
- Appointments to the King County solid waste advisory committee
- Motion regarding the King County Metro Transit Strategic Plan and 2020 System Evaluation
- Plat alteration in Redmond, WA
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The King County Government Accountability and Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for January 5, 2021, has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council meeting because its agenda was limited to committee business.
Local Services Committee
A cancellation notice was issued for the King County Local Services Committee meeting scheduled for January 4, 2021. No committee business was scheduled.