Lake Forest Park, WA
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Lake Forest ParkWA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$928,700 Typical home value $1,024,649 -1.8% yr/yr · +12.2% 5-yr
Development activity
20256 housing units ($1.7M)
🗳️ Election results (13 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council Position 7 2025-11-04
Larry Goldman ✓ 4,078 · WRITE-IN 58
City Council Position 5 2025-11-04
Tracy Furutani ✓ 4,216 · Reid Olsen 1,192 · WRITE-IN 21
City Council Position 3 2025-11-04
Josh Rosenau ✓ 2,947 · Jon Lebo 2,558 · WRITE-IN 12
City Council Position 2 2025-11-04
Matt Muilenburg ✓ 3,419 · WRITE-IN 1,290 · Fred Grant 756
City Council Position 1 2025-11-04
Semra Riddle ✓ 3,068 · Bryce James 2,497 · WRITE-IN 12
Mayor 2023-11-07
Tom French ✓ 3,161 · Jeff R. Johnson 1,701 · WRITE-IN 4
City Council Position 6 2023-11-07
Paula Goode ✓ 2,526 · Stephanie Angelis 2,268 · WRITE-IN 17
City Council Position 4 2023-11-07
Ellyn Saunders ✓ 4,052 · Nigel Keiffer 726 · WRITE-IN 8
City Council Position 2 2023-11-07
Lorri Bodi ✓ 3,706 · WRITE-IN 37
City Council Position 7 2021-11-02
Larry Goldman ✓ 2,875 · Paul Sanford 2,494 · WRITE-IN 25
City Council Position 5 2021-11-02
Tracy Furutani ✓ 3,034 · Maddy Larson 2,326 · WRITE-IN 23
City Council Position 3 2021-11-02
Jon Lebo ✓ 3,359 · Stephanie Angelis 1,998 · WRITE-IN 26
Upcoming
Thu Aug 20, 2026
CANCELLED - CITY COUNCIL BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
Lake Forest Park cancels three August 2026 city council meetings
This agenda is a notice of cancellation for three upcoming Lake Forest Park City Council meetings: the Budget & Finance Committee meeting on August 20, 2026, the Committee of the Whole meeting on August 24, 2026, and the Regular Council meeting on August 27, 2026. No business items are listed because the meetings are cancelled.
- Cancellation of Budget & Finance Committee meeting (Aug 20, 2026)
- Cancellation of Committee of the Whole meeting (Aug 24, 2026)
- Cancellation of City Council Regular meeting (Aug 27, 2026)
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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Lake Forest Park City Council meetings
are cancelled:
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
Monday, August 24, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Regular Meeting
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Matthew McLean, CMC
City Clerk
Dated:
August 18, 2025
Posted:
August 18, 2025
Mon Aug 24, 2026
CANCELLED - CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
Lake Forest Park cancels Aug. 20, 24, 27 city meetings
This agenda is a notice of cancellation, not a working meeting. The Lake Forest Park City Council has cancelled its Budget & Finance Committee meeting, Committee of the Whole meeting, and Regular Council meeting for late August 2026. No business will be conducted at these sessions.
- Budget & Finance Committee meeting cancelled for Aug. 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
- City Council Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled for Aug. 24, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
- City Council Regular Meeting cancelled for Aug. 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
- Notice dated and posted Aug. 18, 2025, by City Clerk Matthew McLean
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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Lake Forest Park City Council meetings
are cancelled:
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
Monday, August 24, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Regular Meeting
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Matthew McLean, CMC
City Clerk
Dated:
August 18, 2025
Posted:
August 18, 2025
Thu Aug 27, 2026
CANCELLED - CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Lake Forest Park cancels Aug. 20, 24, and 27 city meetings
This agenda is a notice of cancellation, not a working meeting. The Lake Forest Park City Council has cancelled its Budget & Finance Committee meeting, Committee of the Whole meeting, and Regular Meeting scheduled for late August 2026. No business will be conducted on those dates.
- Budget & Finance Committee meeting cancelled for Aug. 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
- City Council Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled for Aug. 24, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
- City Council Regular Meeting cancelled for Aug. 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
- Notice dated and posted Aug. 18, 2025, by City Clerk Matthew McLean
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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Lake Forest Park City Council meetings
are cancelled:
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
Monday, August 24, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Regular Meeting
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Matthew McLean, CMC
City Clerk
Dated:
August 18, 2025
Posted:
August 18, 2025
Thu Sep 10, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thu Sep 10, 2026
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 13, 2026
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Thu Aug 13, 2026
CANCELLED - CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Lake Forest Park City Council work session cancelled
This agenda is a notice of cancellation. The Lake Forest Park City Council Work Session scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled, as announced by City Clerk Matthew McLean on August 10, 2026. No business items are scheduled for this meeting.
- Cancellation of City Council Work Session on August 13, 2026
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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Lake Forest Park City Council meeting is
cancelled:
City Council Work Session
Thursday, August 13, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Matthew McLean, CMC
City Clerk
Dated:
August 10, 2026
Posted:
August 10, 2026
Thu Aug 13, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Council to confirm new police chief, approve contracts and ordinances
The Lake Forest Park City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including confirming the mayor's offer of employment to Diego Zanella as Chief of Police, authorizing an engagement letter with the Arete Law Group, and approving a master use permit for McLeodUSA. They will also receive presentations on fiscal year-end projections and the Washington Collaborative Elected Leaders Institute, and consider resolutions for the L90 Culvert Project and arborist services for Sound Transit's ST3 permit review.
- Confirming Diego Zanella as Chief of Police and authorizing employment agreement
- Authorizing engagement letter with Arete Law Group
- Ordinance 26-1319: Master Use Permit for McLeodUSA Telecommunications Services, LLC
- Resolution 26-2091: Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc. for L90 Culvert Project design services
- Resolutions 26-2093/26-2094: Professional Service Agreements with Facet NW, Inc. for arborist services for Sound Transit ST3 permit review
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Please note, this link works for both the Work Session (6:00 p.m.) and Regular Meeting (7:00
p.m.).
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89716009522
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 897 1600 9522
The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to the Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up-to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Planning Commission to discuss middle housing and Critical Areas Ordinance updates
The Lake Forest Park Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with continued discussions on middle housing regulations and potential amendments to the Critical Areas Ordinance. The meeting includes public comment opportunities, but only in-person oral comments are accepted. No public hearings or new business items are listed.
- Continued discussion on middle housing regulations under LFPMC Title 18
- Continued discussion on potential amendments to the Critical Areas Ordinance
- Approval of June 9, 2026 meeting minutes
- Report from City Council liaison Josh Rosenau
- Planning Commission member appointments update
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88590680456
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 885 9068 0456
The Planning Commission is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment
or by attending the meeting in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room.
Fill out the form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are
limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments for public hearings will be submitted to Planning Commission if received by 5:00 p.m.
on the date of the meeting; otherwise, they will be provided to the Planning Commission the next day.
Because the City has implemented oral comments, written comments are no longer being read under
Public Comments.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 P.M. (confirm recording start)
2. PLANNING COMMISSION’S LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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Wed Aug 5, 2026
TREE BOARD MEETING
Lake Forest Park Tree Board to discuss KCD map, tree giveaway, and outreach updates
The Tree Board will meet to consider old business items including a King Conservation District map, a tree giveaway event, and outreach articles. The meeting includes in-person public comment and approval of July 8th special meeting minutes.
- Discussion of KCD Map
- Tree Giveaway planning
- Outreach Check-In
- Updates on Articles
- Approval of July 8th special meeting minutes
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
TREE BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, August 05, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83369270310
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 833 6927 0310
The Tree Board is providing opportunities for public comment by attending in person to provide oral public
comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room. Fill out the
form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are limited to
3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
2. SHORT REFLECTION
3. INTRODUCTIONS
4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
5. APPROVE MINUTES
A. Approval of July 8th special meeting minutes.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Board will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a three
(3) minute time limit.
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Board on agenda items.
- Oral public comments are only accepted in person to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting.
- Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes.
- Board members may not resp …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
CANCELLED - PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting cancelled
The regular Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, has been cancelled.
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
PARKS AND RECREATION
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING -
CANCELLED
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at
4:00PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
LAKE FOREST PARK PARKS AND RECREATION ADVIOSRY BOARD MEETING
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING CANCELATION
The Regular Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting for
Tuesday August 4, 2026, has been cancelled.
Thu Jul 23, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Council considers public safety levy committees and L90 Culvert project design
The City Council will discuss the 2027-2028 biennium budget and upcoming King County Metro route changes. The body is deciding on appointments for the Proposition 1 Public Safety Services Levy Lid Lift committees and a design services agreement for the L90 Culvert Project.
- Resolution 26-2091: Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc. for L90 Culvert Project design
- Ordinance 26-1319: Master Use Permit for McLeodUSA Telecommunications Services, LLC
- Appointment of members to Pro and Con Committees for Proposition 1 Public Safety Services Levy Lid Lift
- Resolution 26-2090: Amendment to Interlocal agreement with Coalition of Small Police Agencies
- Detour planning for State Route 104 and 40th Place NE Roundabout
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87276662793
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 872 7666 2793
The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to the Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov
Meetings are shown on the city’s website and on Comcast channel 21 for subscribers within the Lake
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Thu Jul 23, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Lake Forest Park Council to consider public safety levy lid lift committees and telecom master use permit
The City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including appointing pro and con committees for a November 2026 public safety levy lid lift, a first presentation of a master use permit for McLeodUSA Telecommunications, and authorizing a utility easement for the SR 104 roundabout project. The agenda also includes consent items such as an interlocal agreement amendment with the Coalition of Small Police Agencies and a professional services agreement for the L90 Culvert Project design.
- Appointing pro and con committees for Proposition 1, Public Safety Services Levy Lid Lift on the November 3, 2026 ballot
- Ordinance 26-1319: Master Use Permit for McLeodUSA Telecommunications Services, LLC (first presentation)
- Resolution 26-2091: Amendment No. 1 to professional services agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc. for L90 Culvert Project design
- Authorizing mayor to execute a utility easement with Erin Campbell for the SR 104 and 40th Place NE Roundabout Project
- Resolution 26-2090: Authorizing interlocal agreement amendment with Coalition of Small Police Agencies to approve University of Washington Police Department joining
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87276662793
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 872 7666 2793
The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to the Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov
Meetings are shown on the city’s website and on Comcast channel 21 for subscribers within the Lake
F …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
CANCELLED - CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
City Council Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled
The City Council Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026, has been cancelled.
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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Lake Forest Park City Council meeting is
cancelled:
City Council Committee of the Whole
Monday, July 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Matthew McLean, CMC
City Clerk
Dated: July 16, 2026
Posted: July 16, 2026
Thu Jul 16, 2026
CITY COUNCIL BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
Committee will discuss the 2027‑2028 budget calendar and process
The Budget and Finance Committee will adopt its agenda, hear public comments, and receive a June 2026 budget monitoring update. It will review the proposed budget calendar for the 2027‑2028 biennium and provide an overview of the upcoming budget process. No decisions are listed beyond discussion items.
- Adoption of agenda
- Public comments (in‑person only, 3‑minute limit)
- Director's report: Budget monitoring and financial update – June 2026
- Old business: Review of budget calendar for the 2027‑2028 biennium
- New business: Overview of the budget process
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✓ Decided: Budget and Finance Committee meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. and adjourned at 6:01 p.m. because a quorum of Committee members was not present. No substantive decisions were made.
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL BUDGET AND FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030684281
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 840 3068 4281
The City Council Budget and Finance Committee is providing opportunities for public comment by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Fill the form out and the Presiding Officer will call your name at the appropriate time.
Oral comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Committee will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a
three (3) minute time limit.
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Committee on agenda items.
- Oral public comments are only accepted in person to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting.
- Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes.
- Committee members may not respond during public comments, but may ask staff to follow up, if
appropriate.
- Public comments may not b …
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Budget and Finance Committee Meeting Minutes Approved by Council
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
July 16, 2026
It is noted that this meeting was held in person in the Emergency Operations Center at City
Hall and virtually via Zoom.
Budget & Finance Committee members present: Semra Riddle, Chair
Budget & Finance Committee members absent: Paula Goode, Vice Chair; Matt Muilenburg
Other Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Larry Goldman
Staff present: Phil Hill, City Administrator; Jessica Halterman, Deputy City Clerk
Others present: 0 visitors
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Riddle called the July 16, 2026, Budget and Finance Committee meeting to order at
6:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Lacking a quorum of Committee members, Chair Riddle adjourned the meeting at 6:01 p.m.
Semra Riddle, Chair
Jessica Halterman, Deputy City Clerk
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING - CANCELLED
Lake Forest Park Planning Commission meeting cancelled for July 14, 2026
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026 has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed.
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING -
CANCELLED
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING CANCELLATION
The Planning Commission meeting for Tuesday, July 14th, 2026, has been cancelled.
Thu Jul 9, 2026
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Council will discuss community outreach and the 2027‑2028 budget calendar
The Lake Forest Park City Council Work Session will include discussion of community outreach and a review of the budget calendar for the 2027‑2028 biennium. No public comment will be taken during the work session. The meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM and will be held in person at City Hall and via Zoom.
- Discussion of community outreach initiatives
- Review of the budget calendar for the 2027‑2028 biennium budget
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✓ Decided: City Council tables community outreach discussion
The City Council adopted the meeting agenda and voted to table the community outreach item until the next session. The council discussed the 2027-2028 biennium budget calendar, which will be revisited at a future meeting.
- Adopted agenda as presented (Unanimous)
- Tabled community outreach item to next session (Carried, Cmbr. Riddle dissenting)
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Thursday, July 09, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Please note, this link works for both the Work Session (6:00 p.m.) and Regular Meeting (7:00
p.m.).
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89716009522
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 897 1600 9522
Public Comment is not taken during the Work Session.
As allowed by law, the Council may add items not listed on the agenda.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov.
Meetings are shown on the city’s website and on Comcast channel 21 for subscribers within the Lake
Forest Park city limits.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. COUNCIL DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. Community outreach
B. Budget calendar for the 2027-2028 biennium budget
4. ADJOURN
FUTURE SCHEDULE
- Thursday, July 9, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council Regular Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall and via
Zoom)
- Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Budget & Finance Committee Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall
and via Zoom)
- Monday, July 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall and via
Zoom)
- Thursday, July 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council Regular Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall and via
Zoom)
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City Council Work Session Minutes Approved by Council
July 9, 2026 July 23, 2026
CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING MINUTES
July 9, 2026
It is noted that this meeting was held in person in the Emergency Operations Center and
remotely via Zoom.
Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Deputy Mayor; Larry Goldman, Vice Chair; Paula
Goode, Matt Muilenburg, Semra Riddle, Josh Rosenau, Ellyn Saunders (via Zoom)
Councilmembers absent: none
Staff present: Tom French, Mayor; Phillip Hill, City Administrator; Nova Heaton, Public Works
Director; Mark Hofman, Community Development Director; Matt McLean, City Clerk
Others present: 0 visitors
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor French called the July 9, 2026, City Council work session meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Deputy Mayor Furutani moved to adopt the agenda as presented. Cmbr. Riddle
seconded. The motion to adopt the agenda as presented carried unanimously.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION TOPICS
Community Outreach
Cmbr. Muilenburg moved to table this item to the next session. Cmbr. Goode seconded.
The motion carried with Cmbr. Riddle dissenting.
Budget Calendar for the 2027-2028 biennium budget
Administrator Hill gave a brief introduction. Council discussion followed.
Vice Chair Goldman arrived at 6:08 p.m.
Cmbr. Rosenau arrived at 6:13 p.m.
This will be brought back at a future meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor French adjourned th …
Thu Jul 9, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Council to vote on stormwater cleaning contract and police interlocal agreement amendment
The council will hear a proclamation honoring Principal Aimee Miner and receive presentations from community partners on the 2027-2028 biennial budget. Under new business, the council will consider authorizing a contract for stormwater system cleaning with Ventilation Power Cleaning, Inc. and an amendment to the interlocal agreement with the Coalition of Small Police Agencies to allow the University of Washington Police Department to join.
- Proclamation honoring Principal Aimee Miner from Lake Forest Park Elementary
- Presentations on 2027-2028 biennial budget by ShoreLake Arts, Senior Center, and Hangtime
- Resolution 26-2089 to authorize contract with Ventilation Power Cleaning, Inc. for stormwater system cleaning
- Resolution 26-2090 to approve University of Washington Police Department joining the Coalition of Small Police Agencies
- Consent calendar approval of June meeting minutes and expenditures through July 9, 2026
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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 stormwater system cleaning contract
The City Council approved a service contract for stormwater system cleaning and authorized claim fund transactions totaling $528,441.55. An amendment to an interlocal agreement regarding the Coalition of Small Police Agencies was moved to a future meeting's consent calendar.
- Approved Resolution 26-2089 for 2026 Stormwater System Cleaning contract with Ventilation Power Cleaning, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved $528,441.55 in claim fund transactions (Unanimous)
- Approved June 22, 2026 Committee of the Whole notes and June 25, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Moved Resolution 26-2090 regarding the Coalition of Small Police Agencies to the July 23, 2026 Consent Calendar
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 09, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Please note, this link works for both the Work Session (6:00 p.m.) and Regular Meeting (7:00
p.m.).
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89716009522
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The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to the Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov …
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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Approved by Council
July 9, 2026 July 23, 2026
CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
July 9, 2026
It is noted that this meeting was held in person in the City Council Chambers and remotely via
Zoom.
Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Deputy Mayor; Larry Goldman, Vice Chair; Paula
Goode, Matt Muilenburg, Semra Riddle, Josh Rosenau, Ellyn Saunders (via Zoom)
Councilmembers absent: none
Staff present: Tom French, Mayor; Phillip Hill, City Administrator; Kim Adams Pratt, City
Attorney (via Zoom); Diego Zanella, Interim Police Chief; Nova Heaton, Public Works
Director; Mark Hofman, Community Development Director; Matt McLean, City Clerk
Others present: Laura James, ShoreLake Arts Executive Director
Emily Jones, Shoreline-LFP Senior Activity Center Executive Director
Linda Finch, City of Shoreline Recreation & Cultural Services Superintendent
17 visitors
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor French called the regular City Council meeting of July 9, 2026, to order at 7:00 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Cmbr. Rosenau led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Deputy Mayor Furutani moved to adopt the agenda as presented. Cmbr. Rosenau
seconded. The motion to adopt the agenda carried by unanimous consent.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor French invited comments from the public.
Barry Hansen provided comments thanking the Council for supporting the Shoreline Historical
Museum and presented the newly p …
Wed Jul 8, 2026
SPECIAL TREE BOARD MEETING
Lake Forest Park Tree Board meets to discuss tree-related updates
This is a procedural special meeting of the Lake Forest Park Tree Board to review minutes, take public comments, and discuss ongoing items including the KCD map, a tree giveaway, outreach efforts, and article updates. No specific decisions or new business items are listed.
- Review of June 3, 2026 meeting minutes
- Old business: KCD Map update
- Old business: Tree Giveaway planning
- Old business: Outreach Check-In
- Old business: Updates on Articles
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
SPECIAL TREE BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, July 08, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
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The Tree Board is providing opportunities for public comment by attending in person to provide oral public
comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room. Fill out the
form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are limited to
3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
2. SHORT REFLECTION
3. INTRODUCTIONS
4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
5. APPROVE MINUTES
A. June 03, 2026 Meeting Minutes
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Board will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a three
(3) minute time limit.
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Board on agenda items.
- Oral public comments are only accepted in person to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting.
- Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes.
- Board members may not respond during …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board discusses Lakefront and Blue Heron Park projects
The Board will review previous meeting minutes and discuss several park-related initiatives. Discussion topics include a wildlife scavenger hunt, historical photo projects, and 2026 community events.
- Lakefront Wildlife Scavenger Hunt Project
- Lakefront History Photo/Project
- Blue Heron Park discussion
- 2026 Community Events
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY
BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, July 07, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
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The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is providing opportunities for public comment by attending in
person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room.
Fill out the form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are
limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
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AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
2. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS
3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4. REVIEW / APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
A. May 7, 2026 PRAB Minutes
B. May 21, 2026 PRAB Minutes
5. BUSINESS
- Lakefront
-Wildlife Scavenger Hunt Project
-Lakefront History Photo/Project
-Other
- Blue Heron Park
- 2026 Community Events
- LFP Adventure Lab/Geocaching
- Other
A. Lakefront Wildlife Scavenger Hunt
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Board will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
TREE BOARD MEETING- CANCELLED
Tree Board July 1 meeting cancelled, special meeting July 8
The regular Tree Board meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026 has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on July 8, 2026. No other agenda items are provided.
- Regular meeting of July 1, 2026 cancelled
- Special meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
TREE BOARD MEETING- CANCELLED
Wednesday, July 01, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
Notice of Regular Meeting Cancellation
The regular Tree Board meeting for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, has been cancelled.
A special meeting will be held July 8th, 2026.
Thu Jun 25, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Council to consider property tax levy ballot measure for public safety
The Lake Forest Park City Council will consider a resolution to place a property tax levy on the November 2026 ballot to fund public safety services. The council is also set to take action on a Road Safety Action Plan, a master use permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC, and a budget amendment. New business includes grant agreements for park improvements at Horizon View Park and Blue Heron Park. A draft letter to King County Metro about proposed changes to bus route 372 will be discussed.
- Resolution 26-2084: Ballot measure authorizing regular property tax levy exceeding state limits for public safety services starting 2027
- Road Safety Action Plan (third presentation/action)
- Ordinance 26-1317: Master Use Permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC (third presentation/action)
- Resolution 26-2087: Authorizing grant agreement with King County for Horizon View Park Improvements (Youth and Amateur Sports)
- Draft letter to King County Metro about proposed changes to bus route 372
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✓ Decided: Council approves property tax levy proposition for public safety services
The City Council approved a ballot proposition for a property tax levy to fund police and public safety starting in 2027. Other actions included adopting the Road Safety Action Plan and several park-related grant resolutions.
- Approved Road Safety Action Plan (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1317: Master Use Permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-1318: Biennial Budget Amendment (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-2087: Horizon Vie Park Improvements Grant Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-2088: Blue Heron Park Climate Resilience Project Grant Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-2084: Property tax levy proposition for November 3, 2026 election (unanimous)
- Approved letter to King County Metro regarding bus route 372 changes (unanimous)
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
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The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to the Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov
Meetings are shown on the city’s website and on Comcast channel 21 for subscribers within the Lake
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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Approved by Council
June 25, 2026 July 9, 2026
CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
June 25, 2026
It is noted that this meeting was held in person in the City Council Chambers and remotely via
Zoom.
Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Deputy Mayor; Larry Goldman, Vice Chair; Paula
Goode (via Zoom), Matt Muilenburg (via Zoom), Semra Riddle, Josh Rosenau, Ellyn
Saunders (via Zoom)
Councilmembers absent: none
Staff present: Tom French, Mayor; Phillip Hill, City Administrator; Kim Adams Pratt, City
Attorney; Lindsey Vaughn, Finance Director (via Zoom); Diego Zanella, Interim Police
Chief; Nova Heaton, Public Works Director; Mark Hofman, Community Development
Director; Matt McLean, City Clerk
Others present: 17 visitors
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor French called the regular City Council meeting of June 25, 2026, to order at 7:01 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Mayor French led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Deputy Mayor Furutani moved to adopt the agenda as presented. Cmbr. Riddle
seconded. The motion to adopt the agenda carried by unanimous consent.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor French invited comments from the public.
Mike Harden provided comments thanking Sgt. Gross for his service with the LFP Police
Department.
There being no one else in the audience wishing to speak, Mayor French closed public
comment.
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Thu Jun 25, 2026
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
Civil Service Commission to certify police officer eligibility lists
The Lake Forest Park Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the police chief hiring process and to remove and certify entry-level and lateral police officer eligibility lists. The commission will consider an interview panel for the chief hiring and approve minutes from May 5.
- Discussion of Chief of Police hiring process and interview panel
- Removal of names from Entry Level and Lateral Police Officer Civil Service List
- Certification of Entry Level and Lateral Police Officer Eligibility Lists
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION SPECIAL
MEETING
Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Meeting Location: Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PARTICIPATING IN THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
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AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 8:00 A.M.
2. APPROVE MINUTES
A. Meeting Minutes May 5, 2026
3. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. Chief of Police Hiring Process - Interview Panel
B. Entry Level and Lateral Police Officer Civil Service List - Removal of Names
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Certify Entry Level and Lateral Police Officer Eligibility Lists
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS / SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
7. ADJOURN
Any person requiring a disability accommodation should contact city hall at 206-368-5440 by 12:00 p.m.
one business day before the meeting for more information.
Mon Jun 22, 2026
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
Council to consider ballot measure for police/public safety property tax levy
The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss Resolution 26-2084, which would place a measure on the November 2026 ballot asking voters to authorize exceeding state property tax limits for police and public safety services beginning in 2027. The committee will also review possible updates to the Governance Manual related to the Open Public Meeting Act and consider a draft letter to King County Metro regarding proposed changes to bus route 372. Public comments are accepted in person only.
- Resolution 26-2084: ballot measure to exceed property tax limits (RCW 84.55) for police and public safety services starting in 2027
- Overview of the Open Public Meeting Act and possible updates to the Governance Manual
- Draft letter to King County Metro about proposed changes to bus route 372
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✓ Decided: Council discusses bus route changes and a proposed public safety tax levy
The Council discussed a draft letter regarding King County Metro Bus Route 372 and a resolution for a property tax levy to fund police and public safety services. Both items were held for consideration at a future meeting.
- Draft letter to King County Metro about Bus Route 372 brought back for future consideration
- Resolution 26-2084 regarding a property tax levy for police and public safety brought back for future consideration
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE
WHOLE MEETING
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
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The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign in sheet located near the entrance to the Council
Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov
Meetings are shown on the city’s website and on Comcast channel 21 for subscribers within th …
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Council Committee of the Whole Special Meeting Notes Approved by Council
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE SPECIAL MEETING NOTES
June 22, 2026
It is noted this meeting was held in person in the City Council Chambers and remotely via
Zoom.
Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Deputy Mayor; Larry Goldman, Vice Chair;
via Zoom: Matt Muilenburg, Semra Riddle, Josh Rosenau, Ellyn Saunders
Councilmembers absent: Paula Goode
Staff present: Phil Hill, City Administrator; Kim Adams Pratt, City Attorney (via Zoom); Matt
McLean, City Clerk
Others present: 1 visitor
CALL TO ORDER
Deputy Mayor Furutani called the June 22, 2026, Committee of the Whole special meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Deputy Mayor Furutani invited comments from the public.
K.C. Chen provided comments offering training to City staff for post-earthquake building safety
evaluation.
There being no one else in the audience wishing to speak, Deputy Mayor Furutani closed public
comment.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Overview of the Open Public Meeting Act
Attorney Pratt gave a brief presentation and responded to Council questions.
Draft letter to King County Metro about Proposed Changes to Bus Route 372
Vice Chair Goldman introduced the most recent draft of a letter to King County Metro. Council
discussion followed.
This will be brought back for consideration at a future meeting.
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
CANCELLED - CITY COUNCIL BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
Lake Forest Park Budget & Finance Committee meeting cancelled
This meeting was cancelled. No business was conducted. The notice of cancellation was posted on June 17, 2025.
- Cancellation of June 18, 2026 Budget & Finance Committee meeting
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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Lake Forest Park City Council meeting is
cancelled:
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Matthew McLean, CMC
City Clerk
Dated: June 17, 2025
Posted: June 17, 2025
Thu Jun 11, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Council to consider budget amendment and transportation plan for 2027-2032
The Lake Forest Park City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a resolution adopting the six-year Transportation Improvement Program, a road safety plan, and a master use permit for a fiber optics project. New business includes approving professional services agreements for engineering support related to Sound Transit permit review and an ordinance amending the 2025-2026 budget. Council will also discuss financial outlook and a draft letter to King County Metro regarding changes to bus route 372.
- Resolution 26-2075 adopting Transportation Improvement Program for 2027-2032 (third presentation)
- Ordinance 26-1317 for Master Use Permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC (second presentation)
- Ordinance 26-1318 amending the 2025-2026 budget
- Professional Services Agreements for on-call engineering services for Sound Transit permit review
- Draft letter to King County Metro about proposed changes to bus route 372
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✓ Decided: Council unanimously directs drafting of property tax levy measure for 2027-2032
The Council approved a six-year Transportation Improvement Program (2027-2032) and authorized multiple professional services agreements with engineering firms for on-call and Sound Transit ST3 support. Council also unanimously directed the administration to draft a ballot measure for a property tax levy of $0.22 per $1,000 assessed value from 2027 through 2032. Two ordinances (Master Use Permit for Forged Fiber 37 LLC and 2025-2026 budget amendment) were postponed to future meetings.
- Approved Resolution 26-2075 adopting six-year Transportation Improvement Program (2027-2032) unanimously
- Approved Resolutions 26-2076 & 26-2080 with David Evans for on-call engineering and Sound Transit support (1 dissent: Goode)
- Approved Resolutions 26-2077 & 26-2081 with GeoEngineers for on-call engineering and Sound Transit support (1 dissent: Goode)
- Approved Resolutions 26-2078 & 26-2082 with Otak for on-call engineering and Sound Transit support unanimously
- Approved Resolutions 26-2079 & 26-2083 with PACE Engineers for on-call engineering and Sound Transit support unanimously
- Directed administration to draft a property tax levy ballot measure at $0.22/$1,000 for 2027-2032 (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Calendar including meeting notes, minutes, and claim fund transactions totaling $514,357.42 unanimously
- Amended agenda to remove item 9.B (letter to King County Metro on bus route 372) without objection
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Please note, this link works for both the Work Session (6:00 p.m.) and Regular Meeting (7:00
p.m.).
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89716009522
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 897 1600 9522
The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to the Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov …
Thu Jun 11, 2026
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Council to discuss zero-emission program and bus route 372 letter
This is a work session of the Lake Forest Park City Council, where no public comment is taken and no formal decisions are made. The council will discuss the Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program (WAZIP), a draft letter to King County Metro about proposed changes to bus route 372, and the Planning Commission's work plan tiers.
- Discussion of the Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program (WAZIP)
- Draft letter to King County Metro regarding proposed changes to bus route 372
- Planning Commission work plan 'tiers'
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✓ Decided: Council discusses bus route, climate incentives, planning — no votes taken
The Lake Forest Park City Council held a work session on June 11, 2026. They discussed the Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program, a draft letter to King County Metro regarding proposed changes to Bus Route 372, and the Planning Commission's work plan tiers. No formal votes or decisions were taken on these topics; the only action was unanimous adoption of the meeting agenda.
- Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Please note, this link works for both the Work Session (6:00 p.m.) and Regular Meeting (7:00
p.m.).
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89716009522
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 897 1600 9522
Public Comment is not taken during the Work Session.
As allowed by law, the Council may add items not listed on the agenda.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov.
Meetings are shown on the city’s website and on Comcast channel 21 for subscribers within the Lake
Forest Park city limits.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. COUNCIL DISCUSSION TOPICS
A. Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program (WAZIP)
B. Draft letter to King County Metro about proposed changes to bus route 372
C. Planning Commission work plan "tiers"
4. ADJOURN
FUTURE SCHEDULE
- Thursday, June 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council Regular Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall and via
Zoom)
- Thursday, June 18, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Budget & Finance Committee Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall
and via Zoom)
- Friday, June 19, 2026 Juneteenth Holiday – City Hall closed
- Monday, June 22, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hal …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Planning Commission to discuss Critical Areas Ordinance update and affordable housing
The Lake Forest Park Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates to the Critical Areas Ordinance and next steps for affordable housing. The agenda includes public comment opportunities in person only, approval of previous meeting minutes, and a report from the City Council liaison. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Critical Areas Ordinance Update – discussion on tribal outreach, checklist, and questions
- Affordable Housing Next Steps and Direction Discussion
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 12, 2026
- Report from City Council liaison Josh Rosenau
- Next regular meeting scheduled for July 14, 2026
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Tuesday, June 09, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88590680456
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The Planning Commission is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment
or by attending the meeting in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room.
Fill out the form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are
limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments for public hearings will be submitted to Planning Commission if received by 5:00 p.m.
on the date of the meeting; otherwise, they will be provided to the Planning Commission the next day.
Because the City has implemented oral comments, written comments are no longer being read under
Public Comments.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 P.M. (confirm recording start)
2. PLANNING COMMISSION’S LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We’d like …
Wed Jun 3, 2026
TREE BOARD MEETING
Tree Board to discuss roundabout canopy coverage update
The Lake Forest Park Tree Board will hold a regular meeting on June 3, 2026, with public comment accepted only in person. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, old business items such as the KCD map and tree giveaway, and a new business update on roundabout canopy coverage.
- Roundabout Canopy Coverage Update
- KCD map discussion
- Tree Giveaway planning
- Outreach check-in
- Updates on articles
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
TREE BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, June 03, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83369270310
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 833 6927 0310
The Tree Board is providing opportunities for public comment by attending in person to provide oral public
comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room. Fill out the
form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are limited to
3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
2. SHORT REFLECTION
3. INTRODUCTIONS
4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
5. APPROVE MINUTES
A. May 06, 2026, Meeting Minutes
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Board will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a three
(3) minute time limit.
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Board on agenda items.
- Oral public comments are only accepted in person to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting.
- Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes.
- Board members may not respond during public …
Tue Jun 2, 2026
CANCELLED - PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
June 2 parks board meeting cancelled
This Regular Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items to report.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING -
CANCELLED
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 4:00PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
LAKE FOREST PARK PARKS AND RECREATION ADVIOSRY BOARD MEETING
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING CANCELATION
The Regular Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting for
Tuesday June 2, 2026, has been cancelled.
Thu May 28, 2026
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
Council discusses budget strategies, bus route 372 changes
The Lake Forest Park City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss three items: the Planning Commission's work plan tiers, a draft letter to King County Metro regarding proposed changes to bus route 372, and a continued discussion on the city's financial outlook and budget strategies. No final decisions are expected at this meeting; these are discussion items only.
- Planning Commission work plan tiers
- Draft letter to King County Metro on proposed changes to bus route 372
- Continued discussion on City Financial Outlook and Budget Strategies
- No public hearings or ordinances on the agenda
- Meeting is hybrid; public comment accepted in writing by 5:00 p.m.
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✓ Decided: Council forms two subcommittees to review bus route changes and planning priorities
The council held a special Committee of the Whole meeting focused on discussion rather than policy adoption. Members approved the formation of two subcommittees to refine a draft letter to King County Metro regarding Bus Route 372 and to identify affordability priorities for the Planning Commission. A proposed levy resolution and city financial outlook were opened for discussion but no action was taken.
- Formed subcommittee to refine draft letter to King County Metro regarding Bus Route 372
- Formed subcommittee to identify affordability priorities for Planning Commission
- Opened discussion on proposed levy resolution and city financial outlook (no action taken)
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE
WHOLE MEETING
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Please note, this link works for both the Committee of the Whole (6:00 p.m.) and Regular
Meeting (7:00 p.m.).
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87276662793
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 872 7666 2793
The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov
Meetings are shown on the city’s website and on Comcast channel 21 for subscribers within the Lake
Forest Park city limits.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Planning Commission work plan "tiers"
B. Draft letter to King County Metro about proposed changes to bus route 372
C. Continued discussion regarding City Financial Outlook and Budget Strategies
3. ADJOURN
FUTURE SCHEDULE
- Thursday, Ju …
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Council Committee of the Whole Special Meeting Notes Approved by Council
May 28, 2026 1 June 11, 2026
CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE SPECIAL MEETING NOTES
May 28, 2026
It is noted this meeting was held in person in the City Council Chambers and remotely via
Zoom.
Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Deputy Mayor; Larry Goldman, Vice Chair; Paula
Goode, Semra Riddle, Josh Rosenau
Councilmembers absent: Matt Muilenburg, Ellyn Saunders
Staff present: Phil Hill, City Administrator; Lindsey Vaughn, Finance Director; Matt McLean, City
Clerk
Others present: 1 visitor
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Goldman called the May 28, 2026, Committee of the Whole special meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
C
mbr. Rosenau moved to adopt the agenda as presented. Cmbr. Riddle seconded. The
motion carried unanimously.
D
ISCUSSION ITEMS
D
raft letter to King County Metro about Proposed Changes to Bus Route 372
De
puty Mayor Furutani arrived at 6:03 p.m.
V
ice Chair Goldman gave a brief introduction and opened a discussion on a draft letter to King
County Metro regarding proposed bus route changes.
V
ice Chair Goldman and Cmbrs. Goode and Rosenau will form a subcommittee to refine the draft
letter.
P
lanning Commission work plan “tiers”
C
mbr. Rosenau gave a brief introduction and opened discussion on providing direction to the
Planning Commission regarding affordability.
V
ice Chair Goldman and Cmbrs. Riddle and Rosenau will form a subcommittee to identif …
Thu May 28, 2026
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Council to hold public hearing on 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program
The council will hold a public hearing on Resolution 26-2075 for the Transportation Improvement Program covering 2027-2032. Also on the agenda are a contract for prosecution services with Sarah Roberts, PLLC, and an ordinance for a Master Use Permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC. The council will continue discussions on the city's financial outlook and budget strategies, and will consider proclamations for Pride Month, Gun Violence Awareness Day, and Ride Transit Month.
- Public hearing on Resolution 26-2075 (Transportation Improvement Program 2027-2032)
- Resolution 26-2074 authorizing contract for prosecution services with Sarah Roberts, PLLC
- Ordinance 26-1317 for Master Use Permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC
- Continued discussion on city financial outlook and budget strategies
- Executive session on real estate acquisition and employee performance review
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✓ Decided: Council approves prosecution services contract and $862,634.73 in payments
The City Council approved a contract with Sarah Roberts, PLLC for prosecution services and authorized various fund payments totaling $862,634.73. A public hearing was held for the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program, and a master user permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC was tabled for a future meeting.
- Approved Resolution 26-2074 authorizing a contract with Sarah Roberts, PLLC for prosecution services (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Calendar including $862,634.73 in total transactions (unanimous)
- Approved May 14, 2026 Work Session, Regular Meeting, and Town Hall minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 21, 2026 Budget & Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled Ordinance 26-1317 regarding Master User Permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Please note, this link works for both the Committee of the Whole (6:00 p.m.) and Regular
Meeting (7:00 p.m.).
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87276662793
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 872 7666 2793
The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Simply fill the form out and the Mayor will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral
comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to the Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityo …
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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Approved by Council
May 28, 2026 June 11, 2026
CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
May 28, 2026
It is noted that this meeting was held in person in the City Council Chambers and remotely via
Zoom.
Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Deputy Mayor; Larry Goldman, Vice Chair; Paula
Goode, Semra Riddle, Josh Rosenau
Councilmembers absent: Matt Muilenburg, Ellyn Saunders
Staff present: Tom French, Mayor; Phillip Hill, City Administrator; Kim Adams Pratt, City
Attorney; Lindsey Vaughn, Finance Director; Diego Zanella, Interim Police Chief; Nova
Heaton, Public Works Director; Mark Hofman, Community Development Director; Matt
McLean, City Clerk
Others present: 26 visitors
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor French called the regular City Council meeting of May 28, 2026, to order at 7:00 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Mayor French led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Vice Chair Goldman moved to amend the agenda, moving item 6. Public Hearings to
follow item 7. Proclamations. Deputy Mayor Furutani seconded. The motion to approve
the agenda as amended carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor French invited comments from the public.
Sarah Phillips – recap from May 20, 2026 Town Hall and feedback received. Third Place
Commons is planning one for April 28, 2027.
Jeff Johnson – congratulating Chief Harden on his retirement.
There being no one else in the audience wishing to speak, Ma …
Thu May 21, 2026
CITY COUNCIL BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
Budget committee to discuss financial outlook and strategies
The Budget and Finance Committee will receive a budget monitoring update for April 2026 and continue a discussion on the city's financial outlook and budget strategies. Public comments are accepted in person only; no new business is on the agenda.
- Budget Monitoring & Financial Update - April 2026
- Continued discussion on City Financial Outlook and Budget Strategies
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✓ Decided: Budget and Finance Committee reviewed April 2026 financial reports
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review the city's financial outlook. Finance Director Vaughn presented the April 2026 financial reports and responded to questions. The committee also held a discussion regarding budget strategies.
- Adopted the meeting agenda by unanimous consent
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL BUDGET AND FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030684281
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 840 3068 4281
The City Council Budget and Finance Committee is providing opportunities for public comment by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign -in sheet located near the entrance to the
Council Chambers. Fill the form out and the Presiding Officer will call your name at the appropriate time.
Oral comments are limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Committee will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a
three (3) minute time limit.
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Committee on agenda items.
- Oral public comments are only accepted in person to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting.
- Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes.
- Committee members may not respond during public comments, but may ask staff to follow up, if
appropriate.
- Public comments may not be …
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Budget and Finance Committee Meeting Minutes Approved by Council
May 21, 2026 May 28, 2026
CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
May 21, 2026
It is noted that this meeting was held in person in the Emergency Operations Center at City
Hall and virtually via Zoom.
Budget & Finance Committee members present: Semra Riddle, Chair; Paula Goode, Vice Chair;
Matt Muilenburg (via Zoom)
Budget & Finance Committee members absent: none
Other Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Larry Goldman, Josh Rosenau (via Zoom)
Staff present: Tom French, Mayor; Lindsey Vaughn, Finance Director; Jessica Halterman,
Deputy City Clerk
Others present: 2 visitors
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Riddle called the May 21, 2026, Budget and Finance Committee meeting to order at
6:00 p.m.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
There being no discussion on the agenda, it was adopted by unanimous consent.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Chair Riddle invited comments from the public.
There being no one in the audience wishing to speak, Chair Riddle closed public comment.
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Budget Monitoring & Financial Update – April 2026
Director Vaughn reviewed the April 2026 financial reports and responded to questions.
OLD BUSINESS
City Financial Outlook and Budget Strategies
Chair Riddle opened a discussion on the City’s financial outlook and budget strategies.
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Thu May 21, 2026
SPECIAL - PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Parks board to discuss Lakefront Park history and project
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss Lakefront Park history photos and a related project. The board will also take public comments in person. No formal decisions are expected; the agenda is largely procedural aside from the park discussion.
- Discussion of Lakefront Park history photos and project
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✓ Decided: Parks board meeting held with no substantive agenda items decided
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met to discuss Lakefront Park history photos and accept public comments, but no substantive decisions were recorded.
- Meeting called to order at 7:00 PM
- Agenda adopted
- Lakefront Park history photos/project discussion held
- Public comments accepted in person (3-minute limit)
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
SPECIAL - PARKS AND RECREATION
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82717700474
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 827 1770 0474
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is providing opportunities for public comment by attending in
person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room.
Fill out the form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are
limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at .
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
2. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS
3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4. LAKEFRONT PARK HISTORY PHOTOS/PROJECT DISCUSSION
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Board will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a three
(3) minute time limit.
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Board on agenda items.
- Oral public comments are only accepted in person to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting.
- Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes.
- Boar …
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
SPECIAL - PARKS AND RECREATION
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82717700474
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 827 1770 0474
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is providing opportunities for public comment by attending in
person to provide oral public comment.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE WITH ORAL COMMENTS:
If you are attending the meeting in person, there is a sign-in sheet located near the entrance to the room.
Fill out the form and the presiding officer will call your name at the appropriate time. Oral comments are
limited to 3:00 minutes per speaker. Oral comments are not being accepted via Zoom.
The meeting is being recorded.
For up-to-date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at .
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
2. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS
3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4. LAKEFRONT PARK HISTORY PHOTOS/PROJECT DISCUSSION
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Board will not be accepting online public comments. Comments are limited to a three
(3) minute time limit.
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Board on agenda items.
- Oral public comments are only accepted in person to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting.
- Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes.
- Boar …
Wed May 20, 2026
CITY COUNCIL TOWN HALL & COMMUNITY DISCUSSION (SPECIAL MEETING)
Town Hall community Q&A session with City Council
This is a special meeting of the Lake Forest Park City Council held as a town hall and community discussion. The agenda consists of a public question-and-answer session with no formal legislative actions, rezonings, or contracts listed. Written and in-person public comment are accepted.
- Community Q&A session with the full City Council
- Meeting held in person at Third Place Commons and virtually via Zoom
- Public comment accepted in writing or orally in person
- No votes or action items on the agenda
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✓ Decided: Lake Forest Park council holds town hall for community questions
The Lake Forest Park City Council held a special town hall meeting to discuss community concerns, including tree canopy coverage, pedestrian safety, and financial challenges. Councilmembers answered questions from residents but did not vote on any substantive items.
- Meeting held at Third Place Commons and via Zoom
- Councilmembers answered resident questions on tree canopy, road changes, and finances
- No substantive decisions or votes recorded
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL TOWN HALL &
COMMUNITY DISCUSSION (SPECIAL
MEETING)
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Meeting Location: In Person and Virtual / Zoom
Third Place Commons, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park,
WA 98155
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ATTENDING THIS MEETING VIRTUALLY:
Join Zoom Webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86065303470
Call into Webinar: 253-215-8782 | Webinar ID: 860 6530 3470
The City Council is providing opportunities for public comment by submitting a written comment or by
attending in person to provide oral public comment.
The meeting is being recorded.
HOW TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS:
Written comments will be submitted to Council if received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting;
otherwise, they will be provided to the City Council the next day. The City Clerk will read your name and
subject matter into the record during Public Comments.
As allowed by law, the Council may add and take action on items not listed on the agenda. For up -to-
date information on agendas, please visit the City’s website at www.cityoflfp.gov
AGENDA
1. WELCOME AND OPEN REMARKS
2. INTRODUCTIONS
3. COMMUNITY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SESSION
4. CLOSING REMARKS
5. ADJOURN
FUTURE SCHEDULE
- Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Budget & Finance Committee Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall
and via Zoom)
- Monday, May 23, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole Meeting – hybrid meeting (City Hall and
via Zoom)
- Thursday, May 28, 20 …
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City Council Special Meeting Minutes Approved by Council
May 20, 2026 May 28, 2026
CITY OF LAKE FOREST PARK
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
May 20, 2026
It is noted that this meeting was held in person at Third Place Commons, 17171 Ballinger Way
NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155 and remotely via Zoom.
Councilmembers present: Tracy Furutani, Deputy Mayor; Larry Goldman, Vice Chair; Paula
Goode, Semra Riddle, Josh Rosenau
Councilmembers absent: Matt Muilenburg, Ellyn Saunders
Staff present: Tom French, Mayor; Lindsey Vaughn, Finance Director; Mike Harden, Police
Chief; Diego Zannella, Police Commander; Ross Adams, Police Commander; Matt
McLean, City Clerk
Others present: Erika Olson, Third Place Commons board member, Moderator
105 visitors
CALL TO ORDER & OPENING REMARKS
Mayor French called the special City Council meeting of May 20, 2026, to order at 7:04 p.m. and
gave brief opening remarks.
INTRODUCTIONS
Each Councilmember introduced themselves, shared their vision for the City, and where they
represent the City on regional bodies.
COMMUNITY QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Ms. Olson moderated a question-and-answer period.
The following people asked questions:
Ross Baarslag-Benson: Concerned about tree canopy coverage. Would Council support a
creative solution like asking Sound Transit to give the City money to support hiring two full-time
arborists?
Vice Chair Goldman responded
Ed Colman: What is the process for involving immed …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $2.9M | NORTH PACIFIC WILDLIFE CONSULTING, LLC Department of the Interior · WALRUS AND POLAR BEAR RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT |
| $838,378 | INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INC. Department of Agriculture · 12-3J14-19-B-0499/FRUIT, CANNED |
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| $249,668 | MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGY INC Department of Health and Human Services · SURFACE&AGRICULTURAL WATER FOR CYCLOSPORA AND OTHER PATHOGENS |
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| $238,460 | NORTH PACIFIC WILDLIFE CONSULTING, LLC Department of the Interior · BI-LATERAL RUSSIAN SCIENTIFIC LIAISON SUPPORT SERVICES FOR MARINE MAMM |
| $225,600 | MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGY INC Department of Health and Human Services · SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS FOR INFANT FOOD |
| $162,354 | MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGY INC Department of Health and Human Services · NARMS RETAIL MEAT SAMPLE COLLECTION AND TESTING |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (King County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Business establishments70,376 (1,305,947 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,671/mo (35 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy13.3% (low numeracy 19% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the
research explorer.
Meeting archives
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