King County public meetings in 2023
246 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee has cancelled its meeting scheduled for December 27, 2023. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Local Services and Land Use Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
Board of Health
The King County Board of Health meeting scheduled for December 21, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
Regional Transit Committee
The December 20, 2023 meeting of the Regional Transit Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for Metropolitan King County Council business.
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The King County Flood Control District Executive Committee meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been cancelled.
Committee of the Whole
The scheduled meeting of the King County Committee of the Whole has been cancelled. This notice serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council business as well.
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for December 19, 2023, is cancelled. This is due to the King County Council being at recess until January 2, 2024.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will not hold its regularly scheduled meeting on December 19, 2023. The council is currently in recess from December 13 through January 2, 2024, pursuant to county code. No agenda items or votes are scheduled for this date.
- No substantive items; the meeting is cancelled due to a scheduled council recess.
King County Forecast Council
The King County Forecast Council is holding a special meeting to review minutes from August 31, 2023. The council will also consider a resolution to appoint a chief economist for the county.
- Resolution KCFC2023-05 to appoint a chief economist
- Approval of meeting minutes from August 31, 2023
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023, has been cancelled. No committee business was scheduled for this date.
Regional Policy Committee
The regular meeting of the Regional Policy Committee scheduled for December 13, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
King County Flood Control District
The King County Flood Control District meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023, has been cancelled.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee will review a briefing on the King County International Airport audit and an elections briefing. The committee will also consider motions regarding a menstrual hygiene product implementation plan and an appointment to the King County International Airport roundtable.
- Motion No. 2023-0344: Acknowledging receipt of the Menstrual Hygiene Product Implementation Plan
- Motion No. 2023-0331: Confirming Ken Moninski to the King County International Airport roundtable
- Briefing No. 2023-B0126: King County International Airport Audit
- Briefing No. 2023-B0127: Elections Briefing
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider several ordinances including property tax levies for 2024 and body worn camera regulations. The meeting also includes the swearing in of two councilmembers and discussions on regional policy implementation plans.
- Ordinance No. 2023-0405: Changing Highlands Sewer District name to Highlands Utility District
- Ordinance No. 2023-0360: Regarding 2024 county property tax levies
- Ordinance No. 2023-0366.2: Relating to body worn cameras for the King County sheriff's office
- Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0373.4: Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy Implementation Plan
- Ordinance No. 2023-0376: Supplemental appropriation of $97,019,000 to veterans, seniors, and human services levy
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee is reviewing a proposed ordinance to govern the expenditure of levy proceeds from 2024 to 2029. The plan aims to address housing stability, healthy living, and service system access for veterans, seniors, and their families in King County.
- Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0373.4 regarding the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) Implementation Plan
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will receive reports from the MWPAAC and the Wastewater Treatment Division. The agenda includes a briefing regarding a request to prioritize the update to the Regional Wastewater Services Plan.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0123: Request for Executive prioritization of the Regional Wastewater Services Plan update
- WaterWorks Grant Program 2023-2024 Cycle review
- Monthly Review of 2023 Work Program
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is convening a special meeting at King County Elections in Renton. The agenda consists of a call to order, roll call, and a meeting with the King County State Legislative Delegation.
- King County State Legislative Delegation Meeting
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee for December 5, 2023, has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is considering several ordinances related to budget supplemental appropriations, property tax levies, and sheriff body-worn cameras. The agenda also includes discussions on a cultural organization program, veteran and senior services, and land annexation.
- Supplemental appropriation of $16,419,000 to general fund agencies
- Supplemental appropriation of $295,967,225 to non-general fund agencies
- Supplemental appropriation of $369,034,702 from capital fund budgets
- Ordinance regarding the LakePointe Annexation of 79.90 acres into Soos Creek Water and Sewer District
- Proclamation of December 25-31, 2023, as Boys in the Boat Week in King County
Committee of the Whole
The King County Council will discuss three proposed measures: a motion to address historical redlining, a new one-tenth of one percent sales tax to fund cultural organizations through the "King County Doors Open" program, and an implementation plan for the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy covering 2024 to 2029. These proposals would direct new tax revenue and existing levy funds toward local arts groups, veteran and senior services, and housing stability initiatives. All items are proposed or informational; no final votes are scheduled in this agenda.
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0420: Requests executive recommendations on race-based restrictive real estate practices based on a redlining impact report.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343: Creates the "King County Doors Open" program and imposes a one-tenth of one percent sales and use tax to finance it.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0373: Adopts the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) Implementation Plan for 2024–2029 to guide spending on housing stability, senior services, and veteran support.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0125: Executive COVID briefing by Office of Performance, Strategy, and Budget Director Dwight Dively.
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The Local Services and Land Use Committee will review the 2024 Comprehensive Plan briefing and a code enforcement audit. The agenda includes motions to confirm several individuals to the King County agriculture commission and drainage district No. 13. An ordinance to rename the Highlands Sewer District is also proposed.
- Ordinance changing Highlands Sewer District name to Highlands Utility District
- Appointments for Stacey Smith, Hina Khan, and Leann Krainick to the agriculture commission
- Appointment of Judi Puttman to King County drainage district No. 13 board
- Briefing on the 2024 Comp Plan
- Briefing on a code enforcement audit
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering several ordinances related to for-hire transportation regulation, waste management agreements, and school impact fees. The agenda also includes the adoption of a six-year road capital improvement program.
- Ordinance 2023-0230.2: Regulations for transportation network companies, drivers, and vehicles
- Ordinance 2023-0231.2: Fees related to the for-hire transportation industry
- Ordinance 2023-0279.2: Interlocal agreement with Seattle regarding recyclable materials
- Ordinance 2023-0347.2: School impact fees for various school districts
- Ordinance 2023-0349: Annual Six-Year (2024 - 2029) Road Services Capital Improvement Program
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0053. This ordinance relates to the environment, health, climate, and community impacts of activities at King County International Airport/Boeing Field.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0053 regarding King County International Airport/Boeing Field
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will consider a plan for the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy. The committee will also discuss an ordinance to create the King County Doors Open program through a new sales and use tax.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0373: Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy Implementation Plan (2024-2029)
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343: Creation of the King County Doors Open program via a 0.1% sales and use tax
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee is considering several ordinances related to county taxes and levies. Discussion includes a large supplemental appropriation for various agencies and funds, as well as adjustments to the veterans, seniors and human services levy fund.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0375: extending the purpose of the veterans, seniors and human services levy fund
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0366: relating to body worn cameras for the King County sheriff's office
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0360: relating to county property tax levies for collection in 2024
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0363: relating to the 2023 levy of property taxes for collection in 2024
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0355: $14,704,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies, $197,902,000 to non-general fund agencies, and $298,815,774 from capital fund budgets
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee meeting scheduled for November 21, 2023, has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council agenda limited to committee business.
Employment and Administration Committee
The committee is holding a special meeting to conduct business. The agenda includes an executive session to review the performance of a public employee.
- Executive Session to review public employee performance
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for November 21, 2023, has been cancelled.
Employment and Administration Committee
The regular 2:00 p.m. meeting of the Employment and Administration Committee has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on the same day.
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee is discussing Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343. This ordinance would create the King County Doors Open program to support cultural organizations. The proposal includes a one-tenth of one percent sales and use tax to finance the program.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343 creating the King County Doors Open program
- A proposed one-tenth of one percent sales and use tax to finance the program
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343. This ordinance would create the King County Doors Open program to support cultural organizations. The proposal includes a one-tenth of one percent sales and use tax to finance the program.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343 creating the King County Doors Open program
- A proposed one-tenth of one percent sales and use tax to fund cultural organizations
Board of Health
The King County Board of Health will review a briefing regarding on-site sewage and septic systems. The board will also receive an update from the Homelessness Workgroup and discuss planning for the 2024 work plan.
- Briefing No. 23-B19 on on-site sewage/septic systems
- Update from the Board of Health Homelessness Workgroup
- Planning for the 2024 Board of Health work plan
- Approval of October 19, 2023 meeting minutes
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The committee will consider several appointments to the transit advisory commission and solid waste advisory committee. Additional items include a land donation on Vashon Island, public transportation fare extensions, and an ordinance regarding hourly minimum wages.
- Confirming seven appointments to the King County transit advisory commission
- Confirming Jay Blazey to the King County solid waste advisory committee
- Accepting a donation of three parcels on Vashon Island appraised at $75,000
- Extending the one-dollar low-income fare for public transportation for 24 months
- Establishing an hourly minimum wage for certain county employees and contractors
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to consider a contract for facilitator services and a resolution regarding the Riverwalk Project. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and invoices.
- Motion authorizing a contract for Lower Green River Corridor Visioning Committee Facilitator Services
- Resolution authorizing an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with the City of Snoqualmie related to the Riverwalk Project
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will receive a briefing on Metro service updates from the Metro Transit Department General Manager. The committee will also consider a motion regarding the King County Metro Transit Strategic Plan for Public Transportation 2021-2031 and the 2023 System Evaluation.
- Metro Service Update briefing
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0397 regarding the King County Metro Transit Strategic Plan 2021-2031 and the 2023 System Evaluation
Committee of the Whole
The committee is considering the establishment of the King County 2024 State Legislative Agenda. Members will also discuss an ordinance regarding Harborview Medical Center and several appointments to the Board of Health and District Court.
- Establishing the King County 2024 State Legislative Agenda
- Ordinance amending the Hospital Services Agreement for Harborview Medical Center
- Confirming community stakeholder representatives to the Board of Health
- Filling a judicial vacancy in the District Court east division
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee will review briefings on courthouse improvements and a code enforcement audit. The committee will also consider several ordinances regarding voting precinct revisions and the regulation of taxicabs and for-hire vehicles.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0406: Revision of 2024 voting precincts
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0230: Taxicab and for-hire vehicle industry regulations
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0231: Separation of taxicab and for-hire vehicle regulations
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0232: Interlocal agreement for for-hire transportation regulation
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0233: Interlocal agreement with the City of Seattle for transportation regulation
King County Flood Control District
The Executive Committee will consider resolutions to adopt the 2024 budget and authorize improvements. The board will also review a resolution for a 2024 property tax levy.
- Adoption of the 2024 budget and authorization of improvements (Resolution FCD2023-10.2)
- Authorization of a 2024 property tax levy (Resolution FCD2023-11)
- Protection of up to $0.25 per $1,000 of assessed value from proration
- Approval of October 10 and November 7, 2023 meeting minutes
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider ordinances regarding interim zoning in Fall City and regional motor sports facility planning. Additionally, members will review a motion to convene the King County board of appeals and a supplemental appropriation for building repairs.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0202: Interim zoning for residentially zoned land in Fall City
- Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0267.2: Regional motor sports facility master planning project
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0395: Convening the King County board of appeals and equalization
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0418: $36,400,000 supplemental appropriation for building repair and replacement fund
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0426: Annexation of approximately 79.90 acres into Soos Creek Water and Sewer District
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is holding a joint meeting with the Regional Policy Committee. The discussion includes a proposed ordinance for the King County Doors Open program and an implementation plan for the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343: creates the King County Doors Open program and imposes a 0.1% sales and use tax
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0373: adopts the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) Implementation Plan for 2024 to 2029
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee is reviewing proposed ordinances regarding county appropriations, fees, and infrastructure plans. The agenda includes a supplemental appropriation for general fund and non-general fund agencies. Other items involve road improvement programs and school impact fees.
- Supplemental appropriation of $14,704,000 to general fund agencies and $197,902,000 to non-general fund agencies
- Adoption of the 2024–2029 Road Services Division Capital Improvement Program
- Establishment of a fee for body worn cameras in the King County sheriff's office
- Creation of the crisis care centers fund
- Implementation of school impact fees for several local school districts
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will discuss a new ordinance to create the King County Doors Open program using a 0.1% sales and use tax. Members will also review the implementation plan for the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy through 2029. Additionally, the committee will consider an agreement with Seattle regarding recyclable materials.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343: Creating King County Doors Open program via a 0.1% sales tax
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0373: Adopting the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy Implementation Plan (2024–2029)
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0279: Interlocal agreement with Seattle regarding recyclable materials
King County Flood Control District
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding a property tax levy to fund the 2024 budget and work program. Members will also discuss the District's 2024 budget and authorized improvements. A final action is scheduled to amend an agreement with Bellevue for a flood mitigation project.
- Property tax levy authorization of up to $0.25 per $1,000 of assessed value
- Adoption of the 2024 budget and authorization of improvements
- Amending an interlocal agreement with Bellevue for the 148th Ave SE at Larsen Lake Flood Mitigation Project
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will consider appointments to several advisory boards and a report on the Best Starts for Kids initiative. Members will also discuss an ordinance regarding treatment and services for juveniles in adult and juvenile detention.
- Motion confirming Brian Berry to the veterans, seniors and human services levy advisory board
- Motion confirming Brandon Graham to the King County board for developmental disabilities
- Motion confirming Kevin Host to the King County behavioral health advisory board
- Motion acknowledging receipt of the first annual report on the second Best Starts for Kids initiative
- Ordinance regarding treatment and services for juveniles in the custody of the department of adult and juvenile detention
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will review a request to develop a property tax levy proposal to address the climate crisis. The agenda also includes development regulation changes in North Highline and sewer plan approvals. Additionally, the Council will consider several appointments to various county boards and commissions.
- Property tax levy proposal for climate change funding
- Development regulation amendments in North Highline
- Woodinville Water District General Sewer Plan approval
- Lease amendment for Department of Executive Services
- 2024 budgets for ARCH and South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will hear reports from the Wastewater Treatment Division and MWPAAC. The agenda includes a briefing on improving processes for developing and reviewing rate policies. Members will also conduct a monthly review of the 2023 Work Program.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0101 regarding improvements to rate policy development and review
- Monthly review of the 2023 Work Program
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive briefings regarding a cultural access sales tax proposal and the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy implementation plan. The committee will also discuss a proposed motion to establish the King County 2024 State Legislative Agenda.
- Briefing on PO 2023-0343 King County Doors Open Cultural Access Sales Tax Proposal
- Briefing on PO 2023-0373 Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) Implementation Plan
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0341 establishing the King County 2024 State Legislative Agenda
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance for a lease amendment to support the department of executive services. The committee will also discuss a large supplemental appropriation involving general, non-general, and capital fund budgets.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0309: Amendment to an existing lease for the department of executive services
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0355: $14,704,000 net supplemental appropriation to various general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0355: $197,902,000 net supplemental appropriation to various non-general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0355: $298,815,774 net supplemental appropriation from various capital fund budgets
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The Local Services and Land Use Committee will consider several executive appointments and a water district plan. The committee is also scheduled to review the 2024 budgets and work plans for South King Housing and Homelessness Partners and ARCH, A Regional Coalition for Housing.
- Appointment of Robert F. Harmon, Jr. to the King County Housing Authority board of commissioners
- Appointment of Ashley Brooks to the King County emergency management advisory committee
- Appointment of Ryan Mumma to the King County emergency management advisory committee
- Ordinance approving the Woodinville Water District General Sewer Plan dated May 2023
- 2024 budget and work plan for South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider ordinances regarding risk management policies and employee bond amounts. The agenda also includes a memorandum of agreement for Department of Natural Resources and Parks employees and the implementation plan for the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy.
- Ordinance 2023-0262.2 regarding risk management policies and claim processing
- Ordinance 2023-0313.2 establishing bond amounts for certain officers and employees
- Ordinance 2023-0368 approving a memorandum of agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 117
- Ordinance 2023-0165.2 regarding property valuation for GROW, Inc at 2317 S. Norman Street, Seattle
- Ordinance 2023-0373 adopting the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy Implementation Plan
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review a strategic planning update and consider resolutions regarding board membership. The meeting includes discussions on reappointing current nonelected members and selecting new candidates to begin serving in 2024.
- Strategic Planning Update briefing
- Resolution No. 23-05: Reappointment of Butch DeCastro and Lisa Chew
- Resolution No. 23-06: New member candidates Christopher Archiopoli and Francoise Milinganyo
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will review updates regarding transit service and fare structures. Briefings include a progress report on RapidRide K and R, as well as the implementation of zero youth fares and engagement on reduced fare programs.
- RapidRide K and R Progress Report
- Implementation of Zero Youth Fare and Engagement on Reduced Fare Programs
Committee of the Whole
The committee will review briefings regarding COVID-19 and the King County Library System. Members will also consider motions to confirm a department director and acknowledge updates to the inquest website.
- Appointment of Lorraine Patterson-Harris as county administrative officer and director of the department of executive services
- King County Library System Annual Briefing
- Executive COVID Briefing
- Acknowledgment of improvements to the county's inquest website
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review items for final action and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. Discussion includes a website improvement contract, the 2024 budget, and a flood mitigation agreement amendment.
- Motion to authorize a contract for King County Flood Control Zone Districts website revision and improvement
- Resolution to adopt the 2024 budget and authorize improvements
- Resolution to amend the 148th Ave SE Larsen Lake Flood Mitigation agreement with the City of Bellevue
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The committee will consider an ordinance establishing an hourly minimum wage for certain county employees and contractors. Members will also discuss a request for the executive to develop a property tax levy proposal to address climate change. Additionally, the committee will review briefings on Metro transit management and security.
- Ordinance establishing an hourly minimum wage for certain county employees and contractors
- Request for a property tax levy proposal to address climate change
- Appointments to the King County access paratransit advisory board
- Briefings on Metro transit general management and security
- Acknowledgment of the Economic Development and Small Business Assistance Strategies Report
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will consider a motion to appoint a jurisdictional representative to the citizens' elections oversight committee. The meeting also includes briefings on culture change, continuity of operations, human resources, and the Chief of Staff.
- Motion No. 2023-0350: Appointment to the citizens' elections oversight committee
- Culture change consultant report briefing
- Continuity of operations plan (COOP) briefing
- Human Resources update briefing
- Chief of Staff update briefing
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing several ordinances, including those regarding property tax collection for 2024 and various supplemental budget appropriations. The agenda also includes land sale proposals, lease authorizations, and personnel appointments.
- Sale of surplus property at 36118 SE Fish Hatchery Road, Fall City
- Supplemental appropriation of $473,205 to the building repair and replacement fund
- New lease for the department of public defense
- Lease amendment for the department of public health
- Supplemental appropriation of $14,704,000 to various general fund agencies
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will receive briefings regarding the history and future of UW Medicine and long-term options for regional solid waste disposal. Members will also discuss a proposed ordinance to create the King County Doors Open program.
- Briefing: An Overview of UW Medicine
- Briefing: Long-Term Disposal Options for Regional Solid Waste
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0343: Creating the King County Doors Open program via a 0.1% sales and use tax
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the district's operations and finances. The primary item for discussion is a resolution to adopt the 2024 budget and authorize improvements.
- FCD Resolution No. FCD2023-10 regarding the 2024 budget and authorizing improvements
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will discuss several ordinances regarding county funds and leases. Items include a supplemental appropriation for building repairs and the sale of surplus property in Fall City. The committee will also review lease amendments for public health and public defense.
- $473,205 supplemental appropriation for building repair and replacement fund
- Sale of surplus property at 36118 SE Fish Hatchery Road, Fall City
- New lease to support Department of Public Defense operations
- Lease amendment to support Department of Public Health operations
- Request for a long-term sewer rate forecast from the Wastewater Treatment Division
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee will consider several ordinances regarding risk management, employee bond amounts, and for-hire vehicle regulations. The committee will also vote on a motion to confirm Verna Seal to the King County Library System board of trustees.
- Motion to confirm Verna Seal to the King County Library System board of trustees
- Ordinance regarding the office of risk management services
- Ordinance establishing bond amounts for certain officers and employees
- Ordinance relating to taxicabs and for-hire vehicles
- Ordinance authorizing interlocal agreements to regulate for-hire transportation
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution regarding the district's operations and finances. This includes authorizing the expenditure of funds for projects through Flood Reduction Grants. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
- Resolution FCD2023-08: Authorizing District funds for Flood Reduction Grants
- Approval of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes
- Public comment period
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider an ordinance for a traffic signal agreement with the City of Federal Way and a new ordinance regarding school impact fees. Other items include appointments to advisory commissions and reports on criminal case backlogs.
- Ordinance 2023-0247: Interlocal agreement with the City of Federal Way for traffic signal maintenance
- Motion 2023-0200: Report on addressing criminal case backlog and eviction cases
- Motion 2023-0328: Reappointment of Aaron Morrow to the King County transit advisory commission
- Ordinance 2023-0347: School impact fees for various school districts including Tahoma, Federal Way, and Kent
- Motion 2023-0344: Menstrual Hygiene Product Implementation Plan
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 a stormwater summit and rate development policy reviews.
- Briefing: 2023 Stormwater Summit: Action Goals, Opportunities, and Next Steps
- Briefing: Improvements to Facilitate RWQC Review of Rate Development Policies
- Monthly Review of 2023 Work Program
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a briefing regarding the King County Doors Open Cultural Access Sales Tax Proposal (PO 2023-0343). Presenters include representatives from the Executive's Office, the Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget, and 4Culture.
- Briefing on PO 2023-0343 King County Doors Open Cultural Access Sales Tax Proposal
- Approval of September 20, 2023 meeting minutes
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will review reports regarding secure juvenile detention strategic planning and new civil protection order procedures. Additionally, a briefing is scheduled to discuss the Class A Attorney Attrition Crisis.
- Motion No. 2023-0283: Receipt of first report on strategic planning for future of secure juvenile detention
- Motion No. 2023-0211: Receipt of new civil protection order procedure report
- Briefing No. 2023-B0097: Class A Attorney Attrition Crisis
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing an ordinance to establish and administer a forest carbon program. The agenda also includes discussions on regulating taxicabs and for-hire vehicles, as well as motions regarding wastewater contaminants and mature forests.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0185.2: Establishment of a forest carbon program
- Motion 2023-0278: Health and safety improvements at Harborview Medical Center using bond revenues
- Ordinance 2023-0230: Updates to taxicab and for-hire vehicle regulations
- Motion 2023-0316.2: Requesting an analysis of mature forests in King County
- Motion 2023-0264.2: Addressing contaminants of emerging concern in wastewater effluent
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will consider an ordinance regarding services for juveniles in the custody of the department of adult and juvenile detention. The agenda also includes a briefing on substance use disorder crisis causes and a motion acknowledging reports on criminal case backlogs and eviction cases.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0212 regarding treatment and services for juveniles in detention
- Briefing No. 2023-B0089 on Substance Use Disorder Crisis Causes & Context
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0200 acknowledging reports on criminal case backlogs and eviction cases
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The September 27, 2023, meeting of the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The Local Services and Land Use Committee will review an audit of the County's Franchise Rent Program. Members will also discuss ordinances regarding energy storage systems, a traffic control agreement with Federal Way, and development regulations in North Highline.
- Audit on the County’s Franchise Rent Program
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0263 relating to energy storage systems
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0247 regarding an interlocal agreement with the City of Federal Way for traffic signal maintenance
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2022-0265 relating to development regulations in North Highline
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering several executive appointments for the King County International Airport roundtable. Additionally, the agenda includes a collective bargaining agreement for Metro Transit Department staff and contract renewals for legal counsel.
- Ordinance No. 2023-0317: Collective bargaining agreement for Technical Employees' Association (Metro Transit Department)
- Five appointments to the King County International Airport roundtable
- Motion No. 2023-0281.2: Contract renewal for assistant chief legal counsel
- Motion No. 2023-0282: Contract renewal for chief legal counsel
- Proclamation of October 2-8, 2023, as Week Without Driving in King County
Board of Health
The Board of Health will consider a resolution regarding the funding prioritization methodology recommended in the 2023 Community Engagement Report. The agenda also includes briefings on Vision Zero for health equity and board membership recommendations.
- Resolution No. 23-04: supporting funding framework and methodology from the 2023 Community Engagement Report
- Briefing No. 23-B16: Vision Zero for Health Equity
- Briefing No. 23-B17: Board of Health membership recommendations
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the Chair and General Manager. A briefing regarding the Metro Strategic Plan Performance Measures Dashboard is scheduled.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0091: Metro Strategic Plan Performance Measures Dashboard
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review a resolution to authorize District funds for projects under Flood Reduction Grants. The meeting also includes a briefing on 2024 budget recommendations from the Advisory Committee. Additionally, the committee will approve minutes and invoices.
- Resolution FCD2023-08 regarding flood reduction grant expenditures
- 2024 budget recommendations from the Advisory Committee
- Approval of August 16, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of invoices
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive an executive COVID briefing and consider three specific motions. These items include a report on health through housing and discussions regarding wastewater contaminants and medical center improvements.
- Executive COVID Briefing by Dwight Dively
- Motion No. 2023-0217: Acknowledging receipt of the 2022 health through housing annual report
- Substitute Motion No. 2023-0264.2: Concerning contaminants of emerging concern in wastewater effluent
- Motion No. 2023-0278: Approving a program plan for health and safety improvements at Harborview Medical Center
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The committee will review ordinances regarding a regional motor sports facility project and the establishment of a forest carbon program. Members will also discuss motions requesting studies on state forest trust lands and potential property tax levy proposals for climate change funding.
- Ordinance 2023-0267: Regional motor sports facility master planning project
- Ordinance 2023-0185: Establishment of a forest carbon program
- Motion 2023-0315: Request for a climate change property tax levy proposal
- Motion 2023-0314: Study request regarding state forest trust lands
- Appointments to waterworks, conservation, and parks oversight boards
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will discuss two motions regarding legal staff. The meeting includes briefings from the Human Resources Manager and the Chief of Staff.
- Motion No. 2023-0282: Renewal of contract for chief legal counsel to the King County council
- Motion No. 2023-0281: Renewal of contract for the deputy chief legal counsel to the King County council
- Human Resources Update briefing
- Chief of Staff Update briefing
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is scheduled to review several proposed ordinances. These include updates to the office of risk management services, new bond amounts for county employees, and a collective bargaining agreement for Metro Transit Department staff.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0262 regarding the office of risk management services
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0313 establishing bond amounts for certain officers and employees
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0317 approving a collective bargaining agreement for Technical Employees' Association (Metro Transit Department, Capital Division - Staff)
- Proclamation of September 2023 as National Service Dog Month in King County
- Recognition of Thomas Dambo for the Northwest Troll Project: The Way of the Bird King
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee meeting scheduled for September 13, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will receive a briefing on waste to energy and a briefing regarding Department of Community and Human Services data efforts. Members will also consider a motion acknowledging the first annual report for the second Best Starts for Kids initiative.
- Waste to Energy Briefing (No. 2023-B0092)
- Motion No. 2023-0259 regarding the second Best Starts for Kids annual report
- Department of Community and Human Services Data and Reporting Efforts briefing (No. 2023-B0093)
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will review an audit of the County’s Franchise Rent Program. Members will also consider several motions to confirm executive appointments for the King County International Airport roundtable and discuss an ordinance regarding airport impacts.
- Audit on the County’s Franchise Rent Program
- Motion confirming Dalan Angelo to the King County International Airport roundtable
- Motion confirming Guido Perla to the King County International Airport roundtable
- Motion confirming Morgan Kaivo to the King County International Airport roundtable
- Motion confirming Erik Utter to the King County International Airport roundtable
King County Flood Control District
The King County Flood Control District Board of Supervisors will review items for final action, including a procurement agreement with the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services. The Board will also consider authorizing expenditures for projects in Water Resource Inventory Areas 7, 8, 9, and 10. A briefing on the 2023 Cooperative Watershed Management Grant Program is also scheduled.
- Resolution FCD2023-09: Interlocal Agreement with WA State Dept of Enterprise Services for procurement
- Resolution FCD2023-07: Expenditure of District funds for projects in Water Resource Inventory Areas 7, 8, 9, and 10
- Briefing No. FCD2023-B06: 2023 Cooperative Watershed Management Grant Program
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is reviewing ordinances to establish an hourly minimum wage for certain employees and contractors in unincorporated King County. The agenda also includes collective bargaining agreements for transit and health department staff, as well as motions regarding climate change funding.
- Proposed ordinance establishing an hourly minimum wage for certain county employees and contractors
- Collective bargaining agreement with Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587
- Collective bargaining agreement with Washington State Nurses Association
- Authorization of a new lease for the Department of Public Defense
- Motion requesting a property tax levy proposal to address climate change funding
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will review a motion regarding contaminants of emerging concern in wastewater effluent. The meeting also includes a progress update on methodology for forecasting long-term costs for the Wastewater Treatment Division's capital needs.
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0264 concerning contaminants of emerging concern in wastewater effluent
- Briefing No. 2023-B0090 regarding long-term cost forecasting for Wastewater Treatment Division capital improvement needs
- Monthly Review of 2023 Work Program
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
King County Forecast Council
The King County Forecast Council is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a resolution regarding the county's upcoming economic outlook. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the July 26, 2023, meeting.
- Resolution KCFC2023-04: adopting the 2024 economic forecast for King County
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for August 29, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee is holding a special meeting to receive briefings. The agenda includes reports on commercially sexually exploited children and labor exploitation, as well as the annual report from the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0082: Commercially Sexually Exploited Children Task Force and Labor Exploited Children
- Briefing No. 2023-B0083: Office of Law Enforcement Oversight Annual Report
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee is reviewing motions related to long-term financial forecasting for the regional wastewater system. The agenda also includes discussions on managing contaminants of emerging concern in wastewater effluent.
- Motion 2023-0257: Researching methodologies to forecast long-term capital improvement costs
- Briefing 2023-B0086: Long-term financial forecast for revenue and sewer rate requirements
- Motion 2023-0264: Addressing contaminants of emerging concern in wastewater effluent
- Briefing 2023-B0087: Update on federal advocacy related to long-term wastewater needs
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will consider a motion to adopt a schedule for King County's transition to annual budgeting. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding easements in Bellevue and the transfer of county assets.
- Motion to adopt a schedule for moving to annual budgeting
- Ordinance for public right of way easements at 1790 and 1975 124th Ave NE, Bellevue
- Ordinance authorizing asset transfers to Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network Operator
- Ordinance regarding the 2023 King County real property asset management plan report
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The committee will discuss energy storage system regulations and an interim zoning ordinance for the Rural Town of Fall City. Members may also take action on water and sewer plans for the Sammamish Plateau and Lake Meridian districts.
- Interim zoning ordinance for residentially zoned land in the Rural Town of Fall City
- Regulations regarding energy storage systems
- Sammamish Plateau Water and Sewer District Wastewater Comprehensive Plan Update
- Lake Meridian Water District Water Comprehensive Plan
- Appointment of Leih Mulvihill to the King County emergency management advisory committee
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing proposals to dissolve King County Fire Protection District No. 24 and the Shoreline Park and Recreation District. The agenda also includes first readings for a property sale in Fall City and a recycling agreement with the city of Seattle.
- Proposed dissolution of King County Fire Protection District No. 24
- Proposed dissolution of Shoreline Park and Recreation District
- Sale of surplus property at 36118 SE Fish Hatchery Road, Fall City
- Agreement with Seattle regarding processing recyclable materials
- Amendments to ordinances for the King County office of public complaints
Board of Health
The scheduled meeting of the King County Board of Health for August 17, 2023, has been cancelled.
Regional Transit Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Regional Transit Committee for August 16, 2023, 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 Executive Committee will consider a resolution to authorize expenditures for projects in Water Resource Inventory Areas 7, 8, 9, and 10. The committee will also take final action on agreements for graphic design services and committee facilitation. A briefing on the Home Elevation Program is also scheduled.
- Resolution FCD2023-07: Authorizing expenditures in Water Resource Inventory Areas 7, 8, 9, and 10
- Motion FCDECM2023-03: Agreement for Flood Preparedness Brochure design and management services
- Motion FCDECM2023-04: Amendment to agreement for advisory committee facilitation services
- Briefing FCD2023-B05: Home Elevation Program Proviso Report
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive an executive COVID briefing. The council is also considering several motions to confirm appointments for the immigrant and refugee commission, the Harborview Medical Center board of trustees, and the juvenile division.
- Executive COVID Briefing by Dwight Dively
- Appointment of Jeneva Cotton as director of the juvenile division
- Appointments of Dorothy Frost Teeter and Eileen Cody to the Harborview Medical Center board of trustees
- Multiple appointments to the King County immigrant and refugee commission
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee is reviewing several ordinances and motions. The agenda includes approving appointments to the King County waterworks grant ranking committee and discussing a new forest carbon program. The committee will also consider grant allocations for the 2020-2025 parks, recreation, trails, and open space levy.
- Grant funding allocation for 2020-2025 parks, recreation, trails, and open space levy projects
- Establishment and administration of a forest carbon program
- Regional motor sports facility master planning demonstration project ordinance
- Final report on the King County Scooter Share Pilot Program
- Request for wastewater treatment division research on long-term capital improvement costs
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including supplemental appropriations for COVID-19 related agencies and capital improvement funds. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to countywide planning policies and a name change for South King Fire and Rescue.
- Supplemental appropriation of $10,963,000 to general fund agencies for COVID-19
- Supplemental appropriation of $20,359,000 to non-general fund agencies for COVID-19
- Supplemental appropriation of $8,416,807 to capital improvement funds for COVID-19
- Amendments to the 2021 King County Countywide Planning Policies
- Renaming South King Fire and Rescue to South King Fire
Employment and Administration Committee
The committee will discuss the Equity and Social Justice Office Work Plan. The agenda also includes briefings on Human Resources and updates from the Chief of Staff.
- Discussion of Equity and Social Justice Office Work Plan
- Human Resources Update briefing
- Chief of Staff Update briefing
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee for August 9, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Regional Policy Committee
The regular meeting of the King County Regional Policy Committee scheduled for August 9, 2023, has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The August 8, 2023, meeting of the Government Accountability and Oversight Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
King County Flood Control District
The scheduled meeting for the King County Flood Control District on August 8, 2023, has been cancelled.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council meeting scheduled for August 8, 2023, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed.
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee for August 1, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for August 1, 2023, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0210. This ordinance involves supplemental appropriations for several general fund, non-general fund, and capital improvement agencies related to COVID-19.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0210: $7,662,000 net supplemental appropriation to several general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0210: $22,111,000 net supplemental appropriation to several non-general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0210: $8,416,807 net supplemental appropriation to several capital improvement funds
King County Forecast Council
The King County Forecast Council is meeting to consider a resolution regarding the county's upcoming economic outlook. The agenda includes the potential action of adopting the 2024 economic forecast.
- KCFC Resolution No. KCFC2023-03: Adopting the 2024 economic forecast for King County
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The Local Services and Land Use Committee will review several proposed ordinances. Discussion includes updates to countywide planning policies and a request for an honorary road name designation.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0224: Amendments to the 2021 King County Countywide Planning Policies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0215: Honorary road name designation for Northwood Middle School
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0226: Name change from South King Fire and Rescue to South King Fire
- Briefing No. 2023-B0081 by Rosa Méndez-Perez, Executive Director of King Conservation District
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider the 2024 Capital Improvement Program Annual Budget for Harborview Medical Center. The agenda also includes motions regarding vanpool transfers and wastewater contaminants. Several appointments to the King County immigrant and refugee commission are scheduled for confirmation.
- Adoption of Harborview Medical Center 2024 Capital Improvement Program Annual Budget
- Ordinance regarding the King County office of public complaints
- Motion to transfer retired vanpool vans to nonprofits and local governments
- Report on capacity charge exemptions for residents impacted by racial redlining
- First reading of an ordinance relating to energy storage systems
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss potential updates to hazardous waste management regulations. The meeting also includes a briefing on the public health budget and board membership recruitment.
- Rule and regulation updates for hazardous waste management (R&R No. BOH23-01)
- Public health budget update briefing
- Board of Health membership and recruitment briefing
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will hold a special in-person meeting at the Metro South Base. The agenda includes a briefing on bus operations and electrification presented by Huoi Trieu.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0070: Introduction to Bus Operations and Electrification
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review briefings regarding COVID-19 and Harborview Medical Center. The committee will also discuss a motion to create a priority hiring pathway for former county employees who left due to vaccine mandate noncompliance.
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0094: Priority hiring pathway for former employees separated due to COVID-19 vaccine mandate noncompliance
- Executive COVID Briefing (No. 2023-B0078)
- Harborview Medical Center Annual Report (No. 2023-B0079)
- Harborview Medical Center Oversight Work Group Briefing (No. 2023-B0080)
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Flood Control District Executive Committee for July 19, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were presented for decision or discussion.
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee will receive three briefings regarding Metro operations. These include a briefing from the Metro General Manager, an auditor's report on project delays, and a service statistics update.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0075: Metro General Manager Briefing
- Briefing No. 2023-B0076: Metro Transit data and project delay processes briefing
- Briefing No. 2023-B0077: Metro Service Statistics Briefing
Employment and Administration Committee
The Committee will consider a motion to reappoint Julie Kang as a Korean-speaking community representative to the citizens' elections oversight committee. The agenda also includes briefings regarding human resources, the chief of staff, and the hearing examiner pro tem.
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0213: Reappointment of Julie Kang to the citizens' elections oversight committee
- Briefing: Citizens' Elections Oversight Committee
- Briefing: Human Resources Update
- Briefing: Chief of Staff Update
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will review ordinances regarding water district plan updates and public easements in Bellevue. The meeting also includes discussions on allocating funds from the 2020-2025 parks and open space levy. Additionally, several appointments to county commissions and boards are up for confirmation.
- Grant funding allocation for the 2020-2025 parks, recreation, trails, and open space levy
- Denial of property reclassification at SE Kent-Kangley Road and Landsburg Road SE
- Easements for public right of way at 1790 and 1975 124th Ave NE in Bellevue
- Sammamish Plateau Water and Sewer District Wastewater Comprehensive Plan Update
- Transfer of retired vanpool vans to nonprofit organizations and local governments
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee is reviewing proposed ordinances for COVID-19 supplemental appropriations. The agenda also includes the 2024 Harborview Medical Center Capital Improvement Program budget. Additionally, the committee will discuss a transition to annual budgeting.
- Proposed $7,662,000 supplemental appropriation for general fund agencies related to COVID-19
- Proposed $8,416,807 supplemental appropriation for capital improvement funds related to COVID-19
- Proposed 2024 Capital Improvement Program Annual Budget for Harborview Medical Center
- Motion regarding the schedule for King County's move to annual budgeting
- Motion acknowledging a report on capacity charge exemptions related to redlining and racial restrictive covenants
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will receive two briefings during this meeting. The agenda includes an annual update from the King County Flood Control District and a follow-up regarding the King County Regional Homelessness Authority.
- King County Flood Control District (KCFCD) Annual Update
- King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) Follow-Up
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee will discuss several proposed ordinances regarding executive branch duties and the office of public complaints. The agenda also includes a discussion on King County International Airport impacts and a briefing on human resources compensation.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0214: Executive branch organization and administrative duties
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0180: King County office of public complaints
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0100: Introduction and initial consideration of proposed legislation
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0053: Environment, health, climate and community impacts at King County International Airport/Boeing Field
- Briefing No. 2023-B0071: Department of Human Resources Combined Compensation Request
King County Flood Control District
The King County Flood Control District Board of Supervisors will consider Resolution No. FCD2023-06 for final action. This resolution involves adopting a revised 2023 operating and capital budget. It also includes the adoption of a six-year capital improvement program for 2023-2028.
- Resolution No. FCD2023-06 regarding revised 2023 operating and capital budgets
- Adoption of a six-year capital improvement program for 2023-2028
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider several ordinances and motions including environmental cleanup at Maury Island, sewage disposal agreements, and land use permit processes. Additionally, the agenda includes supplemental budget appropriations for jail health services and public health.
- Ordinance 2023-0023: Cleanup of Maury Island Site/Glacier/Northwest Aggregates Sand and Gravel Mine
- Ordinance 2023-0047: Sewage disposal agreement amendment with Ronald Wastewater District
- Ordinance 2023-0227: $1,827,000 appropriation for jail health services and $645,000 for public health
- Motion 2023-0193.2: Acceptance of a $500,000 donation from Kaiser Permanente for the Wilburton Trestle project
- Ordinance 2023-0225: Collective bargaining agreement with Washington State Nurses Association
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will discuss wastewater governance and a proposed methodology for forecasting long-term financial investments for Wastewater Treatment Division capital improvements. The committee may also consider authorizing a letter regarding NPDES Permit 0029181.
- Proposed methodology for forecasting long-term financial investments for Wastewater Treatment Division capital improvements
- Authorization of a letter regarding NPDES Permit 0029181
- Briefing on wastewater governance
- Review of the 2023 Work Program
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The scheduled meeting of the King County Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee for July 4, 2023, has been cancelled. No committee business was scheduled to take place.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for July 4, 2023, has been cancelled.
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will discuss a proposed ordinance for supplemental COVID-19 funding across general fund, non-general fund, and capital improvement funds. The committee will also consider a motion to approve specifications for seeking bids for banking services.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0210: $7,662,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0210: $22,111,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0210: $8,416,807 supplemental appropriation to capital improvement funds
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0137: Authorization to seek bids for banking services
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The committee will discuss updates to the King County Comprehensive Plan and the Snoqualmie Valley Subarea Plan. Members will also consider development regulations in North Highline and a cleanup agreement for the Maury Island Site. Additionally, the committee will review an amendment to the sewage disposal agreement with the Ronald Wastewater District.
- Cleanup agreement for Maury Island Site and Glacier/Northwest Aggregates Sand and Gravel Mine
- Development regulation amendments for North Highline
- Sewage disposal agreement amendment with Ronald Wastewater District
- King County Comprehensive Plan 2024 Update briefing
- Snoqualmie Valley/Northeast King County Subarea Plan briefing
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several ordinances including a new concurrency test results map. Other items include amendments to sewer revenue bonds, wastewater project financing, and regional animal care regulations.
- Adoption of a new concurrency test results map (Ordinance No. 2022-0309)
- Extension of final maturity date for sewer revenue bonds (Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0181.2)
- Loan financing agreement for a wastewater capital project (Ordinance No. 2023-0195)
- Contracting with commercial banking institutions for financial services (Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0207)
- Amendments regarding regional animal care and control services (Substitute Ordinance No. 2022-0348.2)
Regional Transit Committee
The committee will review updates regarding transit service in rural areas and the progress of the RapidRide Prioritization Plan. Members will also receive a briefing on the Safety, Security & Fare Enforcement (SaFE) Initiative. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the May 17, 2023, meeting.
- Briefing on transit service in rural areas
- RapidRide Prioritization Plan progress update
- Safety, Security & Fare Enforcement (SaFE) Initiative briefing
- Approval of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The King County Committee of the Whole will discuss several motions and an executive briefing. The agenda includes reviewing a report on toxics in wastewater effluent and confirming a board appointment for 4Culture. Members will also consider approving recommendations from a gender identity and sexual orientation inclusion task force.
- Appointment of Catherine Nueva Espana to the 4Culture board
- Executive COVID briefing from the Office of Performance, Strategy, and Budget
- Report on toxics in King County wastewater effluent
- Approval of Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Inclusion Strategy Report and Recommendations
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to conduct regular business including the approval of minutes and invoices. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and public comment.
- Approval of May 17, 2023 minutes
- Approval of invoices
Employment and Administration Committee
The King County Employment and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023, has been cancelled. No legislative items are scheduled for this session.
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The committee will discuss ordinances regarding open space acquisition and the conservation futures program. Members will also consider accepting a $500,000 donation from Kaiser Permanente for the Wilburton Trestle project. Additionally, there is a briefing scheduled from the Metro Transit Department manager.
- Acceptance of a $500,000 donation from Kaiser Permanente for the Wilburton Trestle Eastrail project
- Ordinance authorizing an interlocal agreement template for open space acquisition projects
- Amendments to the conservation futures program and related ordinances
- Approval of project eligibility criteria for conservation futures funding
- Receipt of a report on transit stops and centers cleanliness efforts
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance that would prohibit retailers in unincorporated King County from refusing cash payments. The Council will also consider motions to confirm two appointments to county boards and an honorary road name designation.
- Public hearing on ordinance prohibiting retailers in unincorporated King County from refusing cash
- Confirmation of Laura Crandall to the King County board of ethics
- Confirmation of Cilia Jurdy to the Communities of Opportunity-Best Starts for Kids levy advisory board
- Honorary road name designation for Northwood Middle School
Board of Health
The meeting includes briefings regarding the current landscape of youth mental health and county programming. It also covers discussions on Board of Health membership and recruitment.
- Briefing on youth mental health landscape and county programming
- Briefing on Board of Health membership and recruitment
- Approval of May 18, 2023, meeting minutes
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will receive briefings regarding the King County Regional Homelessness Authority Five-Year Plan and emergency management. The committee will also review Re+ implementation and approve minutes from April 2023 meetings.
- Briefing on King County Regional Homelessness Authority Five-Year Plan
- Emergency Management Briefing
- Re+ Implementation briefing
- Approval of April 24 and April 28, 2023 meeting minutes
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will review proposed budget reduction targets from the Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget. The committee will also discuss ordinances regarding sewer revenue bonds, wastewater project financing, and commercial banking service contracts.
- Briefing on Executive-Proposed Budget Reduction Targets
- Ordinance 2023-0181: Extending maturity dates for U.S. EPA WIFIA program sewer revenue bonds
- Ordinance 2023-0195: Loan financing for a wastewater capital project via the WA Department of Commerce Public Works Board
- Ordinance 2023-0207: Contracting with commercial banking institutions for financial services
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for June 13, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council held a special meeting on June 13, 2023. The agenda consisted of procedural items and a briefing regarding the Annual Labor Summit.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0055: Annual Labor Summit
King County Flood Control District
The Board will discuss and take possible action on a resolution regarding the district's operations and finances. This includes adopting a revised 2023 operating and capital budget, as well as a six-year capital improvement program for 2023-2028.
- Resolution FCD2023-06: Revised 2023 operating budget
- Resolution FCD2023-06: Revised 2023 capital budget
- Resolution FCD2023-06: Six-year capital improvement program (2023-2028)
Metropolitan King County Council
The King County Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a major supplemental budget appropriation and COVID-19 related funding. The agenda also includes proposals for radio communication services and juvenile detention requirements.
- Supplemental appropriation of $46,426,000 to general fund agencies and $277,003,000 to non-general fund agencies
- COVID-19 related supplemental appropriations for various funds
- Proposed ordinance authorizing radio communication services to external agencies
- Adoption of the Harborview Medical Center 2024 Capital Improvement Program Annual Budget
- Ordinance regarding treatment and services for juveniles in custody
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will review reports from the Wastewater Treatment Division and MWPAAC. Briefings are scheduled regarding wastewater governance, long-term capital improvement investments, and federal funding opportunities. The committee will also conduct a monthly review of its 2023 work program.
- Briefing on wastewater governance (No. 2023-B0053)
- Briefing on long term capital improvement investments (No. 2023-B0054)
- Briefing on federal funding opportunities (No. 2023-B0039)
- Approval of May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Monthly review of the 2023 work program
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will consider a motion to confirm Laura Crandall to the King County Board of Ethics. Members will also discuss ordinances regarding regional animal care and control, radio communication services, and the Office of Public Complaints. A briefing on a combined compensation request is also scheduled.
- Motion to confirm Laura Crandall to the King County Board of Ethics
- Ordinance amendments for regional animal care and control services
- Authorization of radio communication services to external agencies
- Amendments regarding the King County Office of Public Complaints
- Briefing on a combined compensation request
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will consider a motion to confirm Cilia Jurdy to the Best Starts for Kids levy advisory board. Additionally, staff will provide a mid-point report from the Anti Hate and Bias Coalition and the Office of Equity and Social Justice.
- Motion No. 2023-0123: Confirming Cilia Jurdy to the Communities of Opportunity-Best Starts for Kids levy advisory board
- Briefing No. 2023-B0051: Anti Hate and Bias Coalition and Office of Equity and Social Justice Mid Point Report
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will review several ordinances, including significant supplemental funding for various county agencies. The agenda also includes a proposal regarding cash payments at retailers in unincorporated areas and an annexation into the Covington Water District.
- $277,003,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies
- $9,164,000 supplemental appropriation for wastewater treatment
- Ban on retailers in unincorporated King County refusing cash payments
- Annexation of 46.05 acres into the Covington Water District
- Behavioral health workforce stabilization bonus program agreement
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for May 30, 2023, has been cancelled.
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will discuss a University of Washington wage study and several proposed ordinances. These include significant supplemental appropriations for general fund and non-general fund agencies. The agenda also includes updates to sewage treatment rates and bond issuances.
- $45,925,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies (Ordinance 2023-0154)
- $276,478,000 supplemental appropriation to non-general fund agencies (Ordinance 2023-0154)
- $9,164,000 supplemental appropriation to the wastewater treatment division (Ordinance 2023-0173)
- University of Washington Wage Study briefing (Briefing No. 2023-B0052)
- Changes to sewage treatment and disposal rates and charges (Ordinance 2023-0172)
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The Local Services and Land Use Committee is reviewing several items including land annexations, various emergency management appointments, and a donation for conservation. The agenda also includes discussions on retail cash payments and permit review processes.
- Annexation of 46.05 acres into the Covington Water District (HUB/Maple2023-0176)
- Donation of $1,080,000 for a conservation easement on Evans Creek
- Ordinance prohibiting retailers in unincorporated King County from refusing cash payments
- Honorary road name designation for Northwood Middle School
- Multiple appointments to the King County emergency management advisory committee
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several ordinances and motions. These include updates to court boundaries, collective bargaining agreements for transit employees, and a new interim zoning ordinance for Fall City. The council will also consider accepting a $500,000 donation for the Wilburton Trestle project.
- $500,000 donation from Kaiser Permanente for the Wilburton Trestle project
- Interim zoning ordinance for residentially zoned land in Fall City
- Updates to King County district court electoral district boundaries
- Collective bargaining agreements for Transit Chiefs and Superintendents
- Abolishing a county fund and transferring remaining net assets
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review briefings regarding regional gun violence and the role of co-creation in addressing racism. The meeting includes a discussion on Resolution No. 23-03 to recognize Regional Community Safety and Wellbeing Day.
- Briefing: Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis
- Briefing: A public health approach to regional gun violence
- Resolution No. 23-03: Recognizing June 2, 2023, as Regional Community Safety and Wellbeing Day
- Briefing: State legislative session debrief
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes and invoices. The committee is also considering a resolution to adopt a revised 2023 operating budget, capital budget, and a six-year capital improvement program for 2023-2028.
- FCD Resolution No. FCD2023-06: adopting a revised 2023 budget, operating budget, and capital budget
- Adoption of a six-year capital improvement program for 2023-2028
- Amendment of Resolution FCD2022-13
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will hear reports from the Chair and General Manager. The meeting includes briefings on innovative mobility services and Metro’s capital toolkit for partners.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0041: Innovative and flexible mobility services
- Briefing No. 2023-B0042: Metro’s capital toolkit for partners
- Approval of April 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The committee will receive briefings on King County overdose trends and the Sheriff’s Office Gun Buy Back Program results. Members will also consider confirming Steven Schindler to the cultural development authority. Additionally, staff will provide an executive COVID briefing.
- Appointment of Steven Schindler to the King County cultural development authority
- Briefing on King County overdose trends, treatment, and response
- Briefing on Sheriff’s Office Gun Buy Back Program results
- Receipt of the Safe Vehicle Parking Program Report
- Executive COVID briefing
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will consider a motion regarding job descriptions for the office of public complaints/tax advisor. The meeting also includes briefings from the Human Resources Manager and the Chief of Staff.
- Motion No. 2023-0190: approving job descriptions for positions within the office of public complaints/tax advisor
- Human Resources Update by Deandra Stanley
- Chief of Staff Update by Stephanie Cirkovich
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The committee will review several briefings regarding transit operations, employment strategies, and natural resources. Topics include updates on Metro operations, a green jobs strategy, and the establishment of a Forest Carbon Program.
- Fare-free Transit Briefing
- Metro General Manager’s Briefing
- Green Jobs Strategy Briefing
- CFT Proposed Changes
- Forest Carbon Program Establishment
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider a motion requesting an evaluation of programs and funding recommendations to reduce the population in adult secure detention facilities. The agenda also includes first readings for ordinances regarding forest carbon, sewer revenue bonds, and transit collective bargaining agreements. Additionally, several appointments to advisory boards are up for confirmation.
- Motion to evaluate programs and funding recommendations for reducing adult detention populations
- Ordinance 2023-0185 establishing a forest carbon program
- Collective bargaining agreements for Transit Chiefs and Transit Superintendents
- Ordinance 2023-0192 regarding property at 47101 SE 171st Street, North Bend
- Ordinance 2023-0181 extending maturity dates for sewer revenue bonds
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee is reviewing several ordinances related to county funding. Discussion includes large supplemental appropriations for various agencies and adjustments to sewage treatment rates and wastewater division funding.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0156: Abolishing a county fund and transferring assets
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0154: $45,925,000 supplemental appropriation to general fund agencies; $276,478,000 to non-general fund agencies; and $34,272,175 from capital fund budgets
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0173: $9,164,000 supplemental appropriation to the wastewater treatment division
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0172: Changes to rates and charges for sewage treatment and disposal
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0155: Amendments regarding the issuance of limited tax general obligation bonds
Regional Policy Committee
The regular meeting of the Regional Policy Committee scheduled for May 10, 2023, has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors will vote on resolutions to amend district operating procedures and approve grant agreement templates. They will also authorize a quit claim deed related to the Lower Russell Russell Road Levee Setback Project. Additionally, staff will present a briefing on the Lower Green River Corridor flood hazard management plan.
- Resolution FCD2023-03: Amending district rules and operating procedures
- Resolution FCD2023-04: Property transfer for the Lower Russell Road Levee Setback Project
- Resolution FCD2023-05: Approval of grant agreement templates
- Briefing on Lower Green River Corridor Flood Hazard Management Plan draft EIS
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will discuss and consider possible action on three proposed ordinances. These include updates to court boundaries, translated voting materials, and the processing of lawsuits and summons.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0104 regarding district court electoral boundaries
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0152 regarding translated voting materials
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0174 regarding servicing of summons and lawsuit processing
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider several ordinances regarding land use and property assessments. Discussion includes a proposed water district annexation and various applications for open space benefit ratings. The agenda also features motions related to a special election property tax levy.
- Annexation of 46.05 acres into the Covington Water District (HUB/Maple Valley Annexation)
- Open space assessed valuation applications for properties in Auburn, Vashon, Issaquah, and Renton
- Motion regarding a property tax levy for the August 1, 2023, special election
- Reappointments to the King County children and youth advisory board
- Ordinance authorizing radio communication services to external agencies
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will receive reports from the Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee and the Wastewater Treatment Division. The agenda includes briefings on proposed ordinances and federal funding opportunities.
- Briefing on Proposed Ordinances 2023-0172 and 2023-0173
- Briefing on Federal Funding Opportunities
- Monthly Review of 2023 Work Program
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will consider a motion requesting an evaluation of programs to reduce the average daily population in King County adult secure detention facilities. The agenda also includes confirming Nathan Gordon's appointment to the behavioral health advisory board.
- Motion 2023-0113: Confirming Nathan Gordon to the King County behavioral health advisory board
- Motion 2023-0160: Requesting evaluation of programs to reduce adult detention populations and funding recommendations
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing a proposed property tax levy for a special election on August 1, 2023. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding fossil fuel facilities and sewage treatment rates. Additionally, the council will consider motions related to paratransit advisory appointments and vanpool transfers.
- Proposed property tax levy for veterans, seniors, and human services
- Ordinance regarding fossil fuel and non-hydroelectric generation facilities
- Transfer of retired vanpool vans to nonprofits or local governments
- Amendments to sewage treatment and disposal rates
- Current use assessments for properties in Vashon, Issaquah, Renton, and Maple Valley
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee is reviewing Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0095. This ordinance proposes a six-year property tax levy to fund veterans, seniors, and community health and human services.
- Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0095: A property tax levy of up to twelve cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation in the first year
- Resolution for further review and recommendation of Proposed Ordinance 2023-0095
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Local Services and Land Use Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for April 25, 2023, has been cancelled.
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will discuss Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0095.3 regarding a special election on August 1, 2023. This ordinance proposes a property tax levy to fund regional health and human services, capital facilities, and support for veterans and seniors.
- Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0095.3 regarding a special election property tax levy
- Property tax rate of up to twelve cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation in the first year
- Annual levy increase cap of three and one-half percent for five years
Board of Health
The Board of Health will conduct a hybrid meeting including reports from the Chair, Director, and Administrator. Briefings are scheduled regarding state legislative updates and county overdose trends and response.
- Briefing on King County overdose trends and response
- Briefing on state legislative update
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to consider several resolutions for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. Items include amendments to operating procedures and a property transfer related to the Lower Russell Road Levee Setback Project.
- FCD Resolution No. FCD2023-03: Amending rules and operating procedures
- FCD Resolution No. FCD2023-04: Property transfer via quit claim deed for Lower Russell Road Levee Setback Project
- FCD Resolution No. FCD2023-05: Approving a template for grant agreements
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will review briefings regarding King County Metro’s operations. These include a service recovery plan and a plan for a zero-emission fleet. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting.
- Briefing on Metro’s Service Recovery Plan
- Briefing on Metro’s zero-emission fleet plan
- Approval of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The scheduled meeting of the King County Committee of the Whole has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee met to consider Proposed Motion No. 2023-0171. This motion seeks the appointment of the ombuds, director of the King County office of public complaints/tax advisor. The committee held an executive session to evaluate applicant qualifications for this position.
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0171: Appointment of the King County office of public complaints director/tax advisor
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee will consider motions to confirm two appointments to county boards. The committee will also discuss a motion regarding the transfer of retired vanpool vans to nonprofits and local governments. Additionally, members will receive a briefing from the Downtown Recovery Panel.
- Motion to confirm Apryl Hynes to the King County waterworks grant ranking committee
- Motion to confirm Steven Field to the King County access paratransit advisory board
- Motion regarding the transfer of retired vanpool vans to nonprofits and local governments
- Briefing from the Downtown Recovery Panel
Metropolitan King County Council
The King County Council is reviewing several ordinances and motions, including updates to emergency management standards and the Northeast Sammamish Sewer and Water District General Sewer Plan. The agenda also includes various land use actions regarding property valuations and several executive appointments.
- Ordinance 2022-0305.2: Emergency management and continuity of operations planning
- Ordinance 2023-0087.2: Northeast Sammamish Sewer and Water District General Sewer Plan
- Ordinance 2022-0448.2: Vacation of a portion of 310th Avenue NE/Alder Road
- Open space assessed valuation applications for properties in Enumclaw, Auburn, and Vashon
- Appointments to the King County Housing Authority and various levy advisory boards
Employment and Administration Committee
The regular meeting of the King County Employment and Administration Committee scheduled for April 18, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting is instead scheduled to take place on April 19, 2023.
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will discuss a proposed property tax levy for the August 1, 2023, special election. They will also review supplemental appropriations across general, non-general, and capital funds.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0154: $45,925,000 appropriation to general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0154: $276,478,000 appropriation to non-general fund agencies
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0154: $34,272,175 appropriation from capital fund budgets
- Proposed Substitute Ordinance No. 2023-0095.2: Property tax levy for veterans and seniors
Regional Policy Committee
The regular meeting of the Regional Policy Committee scheduled for April 12, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
- No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation
King County Flood Control District
The scheduled meeting of the King County Flood Control District for April 11, 2023, was cancelled. No other items were listed in the agenda.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The April 11, 2023, meeting of the King County Government Accountability and Oversight Committee is cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Metropolitan King County Council
The scheduled meeting of the Metropolitan King County Council for April 11, 2023, has been cancelled.
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will review reports from the Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee and the Wastewater Treatment Division. Discussion includes a motion regarding toxics in wastewater effluent and a resolution for the 2023 work program.
- Motion No. 2023-0034: Acknowledging receipt of the report on toxics in King County wastewater effluent
- Resolution No. RWQC2023-01: Concerning the Regional Water Quality Committee work program for 2023
- Briefing No. 2023-B0029: 2024 Sewer Rate and Capacity Charge Briefing
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee is considering motions to confirm multiple executive appointments to the King County veterans, seniors and human services levy advisory board and the Communities of Opportunity-Best Starts for Kids levy advisory board. Additionally, the committee will receive a briefing on the Reimagining Public Safety Report.
- Appointment of Brett Habenicht to the veterans, seniors and human services levy advisory board
- Multiple appointments to the Communities of Opportunity-Best Starts for Kids levy advisory board
- Briefing: Reimagining Public Safety Report by Celia Jackson
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering several ordinances including Metro transit subleases and the City of Renton's wastewater management plan. Additional items include a public hearing for jail services and various motions regarding agency safety plans and emergency management appointments.
- Ordinance 2023-0085: Sublease to support Metro transit department operation
- Ordinance 2023-0086: City of Renton Long-Range Wastewater Management Plan
- Ordinance 2023-0091: Interagency agreement for Lake to Sound trail Segment C in Burien
- Substitute Ordinance 2022-0439.2: Interlocal agreement with South Correctional Entity for jail services
- Ordinance 2023-0154: Supplemental appropriations of $45,925,000, $276,478,000, and $34,272,175
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0095. This ordinance would authorize a six-year property tax levy to fund regional health, human services, and capital facilities.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0095: A property tax levy of up to ten cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation in the first year, with annual increases limited to 3.5% for five years.
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will consider motions regarding council organization and a community engagement specialist job description. The meeting also includes briefings from Human Resources and the Chief of Staff.
- Motion 2023-0103: Amending the organizational compilation of the council
- Motion 2023-0101: Approving a job description for a community engagement specialist in the office of law enforcement oversight
- Human Resources Update briefing
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The Local Services and Land Use Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding water management, emergency standards, and retail payment rules. The agenda also includes a motion to confirm an appointment to the King County Housing Authority board.
- Ordinance No. 2023-0086: City of Renton Long-Range Wastewater Management Plan
- Motion No. 2023-0061: Appointment of Richard Jackson to the King County Housing Authority board
- Ordinance No. 2023-0027: Prohibiting retailers in unincorporated King County from refusing cash payments
- Emergency Management Briefing (No. 2023-B0030)
- Ordinance No. 2022-0305: Emergency management standards and continuity of operations planning
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering several ordinances regarding jail services, no shooting areas, and the use of serial commas. Additionally, members will review various motions to confirm executive appointments to several advisory boards.
- Ordinance No. 2022-0439.2: Interlocal agreement with South Correctional Entity for jail services
- Ordinance No. 2023-0089: Establishing a second no shooting area within the Crow voting precinct
- Ordinance No. 2023-0115: Use of serial commas in ordinances and motions
- Motion No. 2023-0096: Adopting the King County 2023 Federal Legislative Agenda
- Ordinance No. 2023-0126: Memorandum of agreement for Communications Specialists Supervisors in the Sheriff's Office
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The Government Accountability and Oversight Committee will receive two briefings. The first covers a report from the King County Auditor regarding County Equity Initiatives, and the second addresses courthouse security.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0028: King County Auditor’s Report on County Equity Initiatives
- Briefing No. 2023-B0033: Courthouse Security
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will receive briefings regarding county debt refinance and a proposed levy ballot measure. Members will also discuss and consider two ordinances related to Metro transit department subleases.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0031: County Debt Refinance Overview
- Briefing No. 2023-B0032: Proposed ordinance 2023-0095 regarding the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy ballot measure
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0088: Authorization of a sublease to support Metro transit department operations
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0085: Authorization of a sublease to support Metro transit department operations
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee is reviewing several items including a public transportation safety plan and a trail agreement with the city of Burien. The agenda also includes a work plan for the King County-Cities Climate Collaboration and briefings regarding environmental plans.
- Motion No. 2023-0084: Approval of the King County Metro Agency Safety Plan 2023
- Ordinance No. 2023-0091: Interagency agreement with the city of Burien for Segment C of the Lake to Sound trail
- Motion No. 2023-0048: Acceptance of the King County-Cities Climate Collaboration (K4C) 2023 Work Plan and Budget
- Briefing No. 2023-B0023: Re + Plan Briefing
- Briefing No. 2023-B0024: GHG Inventory Briefing
Employment and Administration Committee
The King County Employment and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for March 21, 2023, is cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering ordinances regarding jail services and a workgroup for Harborview Medical Center improvements. Additional items include various land use assessments, appointments to county commissions, and district court boundary adjustments.
- Ordinance 2023-0097.2: Establishing a workgroup for the 2020 bond to support Harborview Medical Center improvements
- Ordinance 2022-0439.2: Authorizing an interlocal agreement with the South Correctional Entity for jail services
- Ordinance 2023-0118: Type 4 Rezone at NE Corner of SE Kent-Kangley Road and Landsburg Road SE
- Multiple current use assessment applications for properties in Vashon, Duvall, North Bend, and Redmond
- Motion 2023-0116: Requesting a report on fatal and nonfatal overdoses in county-funded housing and homelessness facilities
Board of Health
The Board of Health will conduct a hybrid meeting including reports from the Chair and Director. Briefings are scheduled regarding youth cannabis and THC access, strategic planning, and state legislative updates.
- Briefing on youth cannabis and THC access
- Briefing on Public Health Seattle and King County Strategic Planning
- Briefing on state legislative update
Regional Transit Committee
The Regional Transit Committee will receive two briefings regarding transit planning and service development. These include a report on Metro Connects and updates on the progress of RapidRide K & R Lines.
- Briefing on Metro Connects and Metro’s support for regional planning
- Briefing on progress of RapidRide K & R Lines
Committee of the Whole
The committee will consider several appointments to the King County landmarks commission and an extension for the acting director of the juvenile division. The agenda also includes briefings on COVID-19, regional homelessness planning, and equity analysis methodology.
- Appointment of Jeffrey Murdock to the King County landmarks commission
- Appointment of Huy Pham to the King County landmarks commission
- Appointment of Francesca Renouard to the King County landmarks commission
- Extension of Quanetta West as acting director of the juvenile division
- Ordinance regarding a program plan and status reports for 2020 bond funding for Harborview Medical Center
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to review the Tolt River Level of Service Analysis briefing. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and invoices.
- Tolt River Level of Service Analysis briefing
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The March 14, 2023, meeting of the King County Government Accountability and Oversight Committee has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
- No items scheduled due to cancellation
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors will consider several resolutions and a motion for final action. These items include interlocal agreements with the cities of North Bend and Bellevue, as well as an agreement for financial services.
- Resolution FCD2023-01: Interlocal agreement with the city of North Bend regarding the Flood Conveyance North Bend Project
- Resolution FCD2023-02: Interlocal agreement with the city of Bellevue regarding the Factoria Boulevard Storm Conveyance Improvements Project
- Motion FCD23-03: Professional services agreement with Francis & Company PLLC for accounting and financial management services
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will consider an ordinance regarding council rules and order of business. Additionally, members will review several motions related to emergency management advisory committee appointments and public transportation safety plans.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0102 regarding council rules and order of business
- Motion No. 2023-0016 confirming Jeffrey Flohr to the emergency management advisory committee
- Motion No. 2023-0020 confirming John Parrott to the emergency management advisory committee
- Motion No. 2023-0022 confirming Michelle Theurer to the emergency management advisory committee
- Motion No. 2023-0084 approving the King County Metro Agency Safety Plan 2023
King County Forecast Council
The King County Forecast Council will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The council is also scheduled to consider resolutions regarding the preliminary economic and revenue forecast for the 2023 budget and beyond, as well as the 2023 work program for the office of economic and financial analysis.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Resolution KCFC2023-01: adopting the preliminary economic and revenue forecast for the 2023 budget and beyond
- Resolution KCFC2023-02: approving the 2023 work program for the office of economic and financial analysis
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee for March 8, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee will discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0095. This ordinance proposes a six-year property tax levy to fund regional health, human services, and capital facilities.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0095: A property tax levy for veterans, seniors, and resilient communities
- Proposed levy rate: Not more than ten cents per one thousand dollars of assessed valuation in the first year
- Proposed annual levy increases: Limited to three and one-half percent for five succeeding years
- Proposed special election date: August 1, 2023
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee is considering two proposed ordinances. One ordinance relates to establishing a second no shooting area within the Crow voting precinct, and the other authorizes an interlocal agreement for jail services.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0089: establishes a second no shooting area in the Crow voting precinct
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2022-0439: authorizes an interlocal agreement with the South Correctional Entity for jail services
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council will review several ordinances including a Metro service recovery plan and the cancellation of uncollectible property taxes. The agenda also includes approving city sewer plans and confirming appointments to the conservation futures advisory committee.
- Cancellation of $1,403,179 in uncollectible personal property taxes (2015-2022)
- Approval of the King County Metro Service Recovery Plan
- Approval of the City of Snoqualmie Final General Sewer Plan
- Updating the Vashon-Maury Island groundwater protection committee
- Confirmation of Jean White and Tom Stafford to the conservation futures advisory committee
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a briefing regarding Harborview Medical Center. The committee will also discuss Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0097, which requires a program plan and monthly status reports for facility and infrastructure improvements funded by a 2020 bond.
- Briefing No. 2023-B0022: Harborview Medical Center Update
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0097: Requires a program plan and monthly status reports for the 2020 bond to fund Harborview Medical Center facility and infrastructure improvements
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is convening a special meeting at Cedarbrook Lodge. The agenda consists of council organizational discussion and an executive session.
- Council organizational discussion
Regional Water Quality Committee
The committee will conduct a work session regarding the 2023 RWQC Workplan. The agenda also includes reports from the Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee and the Wastewater Treatment Division.
- 2023 RWQC Workplan Work Session
- Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee (MWPAAC) Report
- Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) Report
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The committee will consider appointments to the King County emergency management advisory committee and an ordinance for the City of Snoqualmie sewer plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding fossil fuel facilities and fireworks regulation enforcement.
- Approval of City of Snoqualmie Final General Sewer Plan
- Appointments to the King County emergency management advisory committee
- Ordinance regarding fossil fuel and non-hydroelectric generation facilities
- Discussion on fireworks regulation enforcement
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering several motions for personnel appointments and a new ordinance regarding Harborview Medical Center. The agenda also includes a vote on revising voting precincts for 2023.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0051: revision of voting precincts of King County for the year 2023
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0026: appointment of Michelle Allison as director of the Metro transit department
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0033: appointment of Megan Clarke as director of the King County department of information technology
- Proposed Motion No. 2022-0445: appointment of Jesse Anderson to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network operator board of directors
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0097: program plan for the 2020 bond to fund Harborview Medical Center improvements
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The Budget and Fiscal Management Committee will consider an ordinance to cancel uncollectible personal property taxes totaling $1,403,179 for the years 2015 through 2022. The committee will also acknowledge receipt of a superior court report regarding the 2021-22 Biennial Budget Ordinance.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0050: Canceling $1,403,179 in uncollectible personal property taxes for 2015-2022
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0036: Acknowledging receipt of the superior court's report on the 2021-22 Biennial Budget Ordinance
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The committee is reviewing appointments to the conservation futures advisory committee and transit-related reports. Members will also consider an ordinance regarding the Vashon-Maury Island groundwater protection committee. Briefings on Sound Transit ridership and the Equitable Development Initiative are also scheduled.
- Ordinance to update the Vashon-Maury Island groundwater protection committee membership
- Approval of the King County Metro Service Recovery Plan
- Acceptance of the King County Metro Transit 2022 System Evaluation
- Appointments for the King County conservation futures advisory committee
- Briefing on Sound Transit system recovery and ridership
Employment and Administration Committee
The Employment and Administration Committee is meeting to discuss the rescission of the vaccine mandate. The agenda also includes updates from Human Resources and the Chief of Staff.
- Discussion regarding vaccine mandate rescission
- Human Resources update from Deandra Stanley
- Chief of Staff update from Stephanie Cirkovich
- Approval of January 17, 2023, meeting minutes
Metropolitan King County Council
The King County Council is considering several ordinances, including a proposed property tax levy for an August special election. The agenda also includes agreements for public defense services and wastewater project financing. Other items involve transit subleases and appointments to various county boards.
- Proposed property tax levy for veterans, seniors, and human services (August 2023 election)
- Agreement for public defense services between King County and the City of Seattle
- Loan financing amendments with the Washington State Department of Ecology for wastewater projects
- Ordinances regarding Metro transit department subleases
- Motion to support federal recognition efforts for the Duwamish Tribe
Board of Health
The King County Board of Health will consider adopting its 2023 work plan. The meeting also includes briefings on infant mortality prevention and a state legislative update.
- Resolution No. 23-02: Adopting the 2023 work plan for the King County Board of Health
- Briefing on infant mortality prevention
- State legislative update briefing
- Approval of January 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Regional Transit Committee
The committee will consider a resolution to adopt its 2023 work plan. The meeting also includes briefings regarding the Metro Connects funding gap and Metro's research program.
- Resolution No. RTC2023-01 to adopt the 2023 work plan
- Briefing on the Metro Connects funding gap update
- Briefing on Metro’s research program
Committee of the Whole
The King County Committee of the Whole will discuss an executive COVID briefing and two proposed motions. The committee will consider confirming Michelle Allison as director of the Metro transit department and Megan Clarke as director of the Department of Information Technology.
- Appointment of Michelle Allison as director of the Metro transit department
- Appointment of Megan Clarke as director of the King County Department of Information Technology
- Executive COVID Briefing (Briefing No. 2023-B0014)
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The King County Flood Control District Executive Committee will meet to approve minutes from January 18, 2023, and review invoices. The committee will also consider a motion to authorize the chair to enter into a contract for website maintenance and hosting services.
- Motion FCDECM2023-02: Authorizing a contract for website maintenance and hosting services
- Approval of January 18, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of invoices
King County Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors will consider a motion to authorize a Memorandum of Agreement regarding the Lower Russell Road Levee Project. The agenda also includes provisions for public comment and an executive session.
- Motion FCD23-02: Authorization to sign a Memorandum of Agreement for the Lower Russell Road Levee Project
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The committee will consider revising King County voting precincts for 2023. It will also review the Citizens Elections Oversight Committee annual report and discuss regional animal care and control services. Two appointments to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network boards are proposed for confirmation.
- Revision of King County voting precincts (Ordinance No. 2023-0051)
- Appointment of Troy Olmsted to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network joint board
- Appointment of Jesse Anderson to the Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network operator board
- Citizens Elections Oversight Committee Annual Report briefing
- Discussion of regional animal care and control services (Ordinance 2022-0348)
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering motions related to an April 25, 2023, special election regarding a property tax levy for behavioral health services. They are also reviewing several executive appointments and reappointments to various county boards. Additionally, the Council will consider canceling over $1.4 million in uncollectible personal property taxes.
- Motion to appoint committees for April 25 special election tax levy statements
- Ordinance to cancel $1,403,179 in uncollectible personal property taxes from 2015-2022
- Appointment of Kymber Waltmunson as interim ombuds and tax advisor
- Acceptance of the King County-Cities Climate Collaboration 2023 Work Plan and Budget
- Executive appointments to the King County Housing Authority and Landmarks Commission
Regional Policy Committee
The Regional Policy Committee is considering a resolution regarding the 2023 work program. The committee will also receive a briefing on the 2021 Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Report.
- Resolution RPC2023-01 concerning the 2023 work program
- Briefing on the 2021 Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Report
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will discuss a proposal to change the timing of biennial budget adoption to odd-numbered years. Members will also consider two ordinances regarding loan financing for wastewater capital projects with the Washington state Department of Ecology.
- Briefing on adjusting the adoption of biennial budgets to odd-numbered years
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0024 regarding wastewater capital project loan financing
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-0025 regarding wastewater capital project loan financing
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The committee will review a briefing regarding deaths in Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention Facilities. Members will also consider an appointment to the public defense advisory board and an interlocal agreement for public defense services between King County and Seattle.
- Motion 2022-0414: Confirming La Rond Baker to the King County public defense advisory board
- Briefing 2023-B0005: Deaths in Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention Facilities
- Ordinance 2022-0438: Interlocal agreement for public defense services between King County and Seattle
Metropolitan King County Council
The King County Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance regarding the 2022 property tax levy for 2023 collection. The meeting also includes motions for a multifamily housing code study and several committee appointments. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances related to airport environmental impacts and site cleanups.
- Public hearing on proposed ordinance for 2023 property tax levy collection
- Motion for a code study regarding expanded multifamily housing types
- Ordinance authorizing cleanup of the Maury Island Site
- Ordinance regarding environmental and climate impacts at King County International Airport
- Appointment of committees for April 25, 2023, special election pamphlet statements
Regional Water Quality Committee
The Regional Water Quality Committee will review reports from the Wastewater Treatment Division and the Metropolitan Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee. The agenda includes a briefing on emerging PFAS regulatory directions and a motion to acknowledge a report regarding toxics in King County wastewater effluent.
- Briefing on implications of emerging PFAS regulatory direction
- Motion to acknowledge receipt of report on toxics in King County wastewater effluent
Metropolitan King County Council
The Council is considering a proposal to put a nine-year property tax levy for behavioral health services on the April 25, 2023, special election ballot. Other agenda items include the sale of surplus property in Sammamish and first readings for several land use ordinances. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the King County Metro Service Recovery Plan.
- Proposed tax levy for regional behavioral health crisis care centers and services
- Sale of surplus property at Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd SE, Sammamish
- King County Metro Service Recovery Plan ordinance
- Subdivision of properties at 4218 & 4250 324th Ave. SE, Fall City
- Amendment to sewage disposal agreement with Ronald Wastewater District
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The committee will discuss several ordinances, including a proposed property tax levy for regional behavioral health services to be decided in a special election. The agenda also includes the 2022 property tax levy and the sale of surplus property in Sammamish.
- Proposed property tax levy for regional behavioral health services and capital facilities
- Proposed ordinance regarding the 2022 property tax levy for collection in 2023
- Sale of surplus property at Issaquah-Pine Lake Rd SE, Sammamish
- Amendments to agreements with the Washington state Department of Ecology for wastewater capital project loans
Local Services and Land Use Committee
The committee will review motions to confirm several appointments to advisory committees. It will also discuss an ordinance regarding fossil fuel and nonhydroelectric generation facilities.
- Motion for a code study on expanded multifamily housing types
- Ordinance regarding fossil fuel and nonhydroelectric generation facilities
- Appointments to the King County emergency management advisory committee
- Appointment to the King County rural forest commission
Metropolitan King County Council
The King County Council will review an ordinance related to the retired passenger van program and a judicial appointment for the shoreline division. The meeting also includes several committee reappointments and a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
- Ordinance No. 2023-0002 regarding the retired passenger van program
- Appointment of Raul Martinez to a judicial vacancy in the shoreline division
- Extension of Quanetta West as acting director of the juvenile division
- Proclamation of January 2023 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
- Ordinance No. 2022-0348 regarding regional animal care and control services
Board of Health
The Board will conduct elections for its Chair and Vice Chairs. Additionally, members will review a briefing on key public health issues for 2023 and discuss the draft workplan.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chairs
- Resolution No. 23-01: Designating vice-chair order of succession
- Briefing on key public health issues in 2023
- Discussion of the 2023 Board of Health Draft Workplan
Regional Transit Committee
The committee will discuss an overview of the committee and conduct a selection for Vice Chair. Members will also review the 2023 Regional Transit Committee Work Plan. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting.
- Selection of Vice Chair
- Review of 2023 Regional Transit Committee Work Plan
- Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss appointments for a district court judge and a juvenile division director. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting.
- Extension of Quanetta West as acting director of the juvenile division
- Appointment to fill a judicial vacancy in the shoreline division, judge position number one
King County Flood Control District Executive Committee
The King County Flood Control District Executive Committee will meet on January 18, 2023. The committee will review a motion to amend the contract for accounting services and receive briefings on 2023 construction projects and the district work plan.
- Motion to amend the contract for accounting services
- Briefing on 2023 King County Flood Control District Construction Projects
- Briefing on the 2023 Flood Control District Work Plan
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council meeting scheduled for January 17, 2023, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.
- Meeting cancellation
Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee
The King County Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee meeting scheduled for January 17, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation of the Metropolitan King County Council session.
Employment and Administration Committee
The committee will consider a proposed motion relating to the organization of the council. The agenda also includes briefings on human resources, legislative branch operations, and hearing examiner assignments.
- Proposed Motion No. 2023-0028 regarding council organization
- Legislative Branch Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) briefing
- Human Resources update
- Hearing Examiner Pro Tem assignments briefing
Regional Policy Committee
The committee will consider a proposed ordinance regarding a special election on April 25, 2023, to authorize a nine-year property tax levy. The levy would fund regional behavioral health crisis care centers, residential treatment facilities, and mobile crisis care. The agenda also includes a public health update and the selection of a vice chair.
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2022-0399 for a property tax levy for behavioral health services
- Selection of committee vice chair
- Public Health - Seattle & King County update
Budget and Fiscal Management Committee
The January 11, 2023, meeting of the King County Budget and Fiscal Management Committee has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.
King County Flood Control District
The scheduled meeting of the King County Flood Control District for January 10, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.
Government Accountability and Oversight Committee
The January 10, 2023, 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.
- Cancellation of the scheduled committee meeting
Metropolitan King County Council
The Metropolitan King County Council is reviewing several ordinances and motions. This includes a proposal regarding cash payments at retailers in unincorporated King County and the adoption of the Auditor's Office Work Program. The agenda also features various appointments to county boards and commissions.
- Ordinance 2023-0027: Prohibiting retailers in unincorporated King County from refusing cash payments
- Ordinance 2022-0429: Public hearing on procurement of clothing and uniforms
- Motion 2022-0444: Adoption of the King County Auditor's Office Work Program 2023-2024
- Motion 2023-0026: Appointment of Michelle Allison as Director of Metro transit department
- Ordinance 2023-0002: Amendments related to the retired passenger van program
Committee of the Whole
The January 4, 2023, meeting of the Committee of the Whole has been cancelled. This cancellation notice also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Regional Water Quality Committee
The January 4, 2023, meeting of the King County Regional Water Quality Committee has been cancelled. This notice also serves as a cancellation for the Metropolitan King County Council agenda.
Metropolitan King County Council
The provided agenda contains only a cancellation notice. It states that the January 3, 2022, Metropolitan King County Council meeting is cancelled.
- Cancellation of the January 3, 2022 meeting
Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee
The January 3, 2023, meeting of the Law, Justice, Health and Human Services Committee has been cancelled. This cancellation also applies to the Metropolitan King County Council meeting that was limited to committee business.
- Meeting cancellation