Redmond public meetings in 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to vote on eligibility lists and selection processes for multiple fire and police department positions. The body will also discuss updates to Civil Service Rule 5.20 and a Fire Lieutenant exam appeal.

• Proposed updates to Civil Service Rule 5.20
• Eligibility lists for Entry Fire Fighter, Deputy Fire Chief, and Fire Lieutenant
• Selection processes for Community Health Care Coordinator, Lateral Deputy Fire Marshal, Driver/Engineer, and MSO
• Selection processes for Police Captain, Police Lieutenant, and Lateral Dispatch
• Eligibility lists for Entry Officer, Police Support Services Specialist, Lateral Police Officer, and Civilian Commander

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold study sessions on Redmond 2050 items: Green Building Program and Overlake Incentive Package, the Land Use Element draft, and Housing Regulations. They will also receive a briefing on the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) and a monthly Redmond 2050 update. The meeting is mostly discussion and review, with no final decisions expected.

• Study session on Overlake Package 3 and Green Building Program amendments, including revised RZC 21.12 with new section 21.12.505
• Briefing on Redmond 2050 Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS)
• Review of Land Use Element Draft 2
• Review of Housing Element zoning code amendments, including ARCH analysis
• Approval of November 15 and December 6 meeting minutes

Human Services Commission

The commission will review meeting summaries from October and November 2023. The agenda includes a debrief of a joint study session with City Council and the nomination process for 2024 Chair and Vice Chair.

• Review of October 9 and November 13, 2023 meeting summaries
• Debrief of November 14 joint study session with City Council
• Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• Presentation of 2023 year-end summary

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to approve minutes from previous sessions and review a development proposal for Overlake Square. The board will consider the demolition of commercial buildings to make way for a new mixed-use structure.

• Review of LAND-2023-00031 for an 8-story mixed-use building at 15117/15171 NE 24th Street
• Proposed demolition of existing commercial buildings at Overlake Square
• Approval of minutes from July 5, September 7, and September 21, 2023

Parks & Trails Commission

The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission is considering a motion to convene a subcommittee to study the East Redmond Corridor. The group would support staff in developing an implementation strategy for the corridor's Master Plan.

• Proposal to create an East Redmond Corridor subcommittee including Gary Smith, Garrett Michaud, Greg Laird, and Jim Kleppe
• Recognition of land purchase from Martha Hanscom near Perrigo Park and Conrad Olson Park
• Discussion of the 2024 Commission Workplan
• Review of final Rules of Procedure

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is holding public hearings and study sessions on several Redmond 2050 items, including proposed zoning code amendments for housing regulations, a green building program and Overlake incentive package, and drafts of the Utilities and Land Use Elements. These are continued reviews and discussions, with no final decisions expected at this meeting. The agenda also includes public comment periods and routine updates.

• Public hearing on Redmond Zoning Code amendments for Housing Element updates, including revised RZC 21.20 for Fee-in-Lieu
• Public hearing on Green Building Program and draft Overlake incentive package, with amendments to RZC 21.60
• Study session on Utilities Element Draft 2 and issues matrix
• Review of Land Use Element Draft 2 and issues matrix

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items, including minutes from November 1, 2023, and a series of Medicare premium reimbursements for retired fire and police department members. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2023
• Reimbursement of $6,712.90 for retired firefighter Medicare Part A & B and assisted living
• Reimbursement of $494.70 for retired firefighter Medicare Part B (Dec 2023-Feb 2024)
• Reimbursement of $432.80 for retired firefighter Medicare Part B and vision exam
• Reimbursement of $1,341.80 for retired police Medicare Part A & B (Oct-Nov 2023)

Library Board

The Redmond Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to nominate and appoint board leadership. The agenda also includes a regional manager update on programs, services, and library statistics, followed by member talk time. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Nomination and appointment of board leadership
• Regional manager update on programs, services, and library statistics

Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will review findings from the 2022 greenhouse gas emissions inventory and discuss how to use this data for future priorities. Members will also review existing sub-committees and discuss opportunities for community engagement.

• Review of 2022 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory and Annual Report
• Discussion of sub-committee roles and vacancies
• Upcoming public hearing for the Green Building Incentive Program on Dec 6
• Update on City Operations Building Decarbonization Strategy work
• Review of the 2023-2024 ESAC Workplan

Civil Service Commission

The commission is meeting to decide on eligibility lists and selection processes for several fire and police department positions. The body will also consider updates to civil service rules and the Civil Service Code.

• Proposed Fire updates to Civil Service Rules
• Eligibility lists for Fire Battalion Chief, Fire Captain, Exceptional Entry Officer, and Entry Officer
• Selection processes for Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, Lateral Deputy Fire Marshal, and Driver/Engineer
• Fire Lt. Exam Appeal
• Revised Civil Service Code

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on proposed zoning code amendments tied to the Housing Element update, followed by study sessions on several Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan elements, including Participation/Implementation/Evaluation, Overlake incentives, and Capital Facilities/Utilities. The meeting also includes routine items like agenda approval, minutes, and public comment.

• Public hearing on Redmond Zoning Code amendments for Housing Element updates
• Study session on Draft 2 of Participation, Implementation, and Evaluation Element
• Study session on draft Overlake incentive package with calculator and green incentive program
• Study session on Draft 2 of Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements
• Monthly Redmond 2050 update briefing

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review one-time funding applications for United Hub and discuss emergency funding requests. The meeting also includes a review of third quarter program performance and fund balances.

• Questions regarding United Hub's application for one-time funding
• Discussion of applications for one-time funding and emergency funding requests
• Review of third quarter program performance and updated fund balance
• Review of revised slides for a November 14 Council presentation

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Redmond Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to review its mission and processes, receive updates on the Local Road Safety Plan, discuss regional resources, and hear about MoveRedmond light rail mapping. The meeting includes an open comment period for public input.

• Update on Local Road Safety Plan
• MoveRedmond – Light Rail Mapping discussion
• Regional resources conversation
• Open comment period

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will vote on operations grants and receive an overview of the Redmond 2050 Art & Design plan. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of October minutes, a staff report, and commission updates. Most of the agenda is routine business, with the grant vote and 2050 plan being the substantive items.

• Operations Grants motion-to-approve
• Redmond 2050 Art & Design overview by Principal Planner Beckye Frey
• Approval of October 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (3 min per person, advance submissions to [email protected])
• Staff report by Cultural Arts Supervisor Chris Weber

Parks & Trails Commission

The Commission will discuss priorities for the 2024 workplan, including SE Redmond Park and website improvements. The agenda also includes a preview of the Redmond Lights event and discussions regarding the East Redmond Corridor trail connections.

• Discussion of 2024 Commission Workplan priorities
• East Redmond Corridor interim activation and trail acquisition needs
• Redmond Lights event preview
• Review of Parks User Fee Schedule and Activity and Facility Use Policy motion

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will review and approve its report on annual zoning code cleanups, then hold study sessions on several Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan elements, including the Natural Environment, Housing, Participation/Implementation/Evaluation, Overlake incentives, and Capital Facilities/Utilities. These are study sessions for discussion, not final decisions, except for the zoning code cleanup report approval.

• Approval of report to City Council on Redmond Zoning Code ReWrite annual code cleanups
• Study session on Natural Environment Element Draft 2 and 2023 Critical Areas Regulations updates
• Study session on Housing Element zoning code amendments, including inclusionary zoning and MFTE analysis
• Study session on Overlake incentive package with draft calculator
• Study session on Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements Draft 2

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees met for a special session to receive updates from the Regional Manager. The agenda also included discussions regarding library programs, services, and statistics.

• Regional Manager Update
• Programs & Services discussion
• Review of Library Statistics

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes minutes from the October 4, 2023 meeting and several claims for Medicare and vision reimbursements for retired fire and police department members. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2023
• Reimbursement of $6,921.90 for retired firefighter Medicare and assisted living costs
• Reimbursement of $494.70 for retired firefighter Medicare Part B premiums
• Reimbursement of $670.90 for retired police Medicare Part A & B premiums
• Reimbursement of $630.90 for retired police Medicare and vision costs

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold study sessions on the Redmond Zoning Code ReWrite annual code cleanups and the first draft of Downtown and Community Design policies for Redmond 2050. They will also receive a briefing from the Redmond 2050 Community Advisory Committee. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Redmond Zoning Code ReWrite: Annual Code Cleanups study session
• Redmond 2050 Downtown and Community Design Policies first draft study session
• Redmond 2050 Community Advisory Committee briefing
• Approval of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes and October 11, 2023 meeting summary
• Public comment on non-hearing items

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is holding a regular meeting with updates from the Fire and Police Departments, and will consider motions on selection processes and eligibility lists for officer and dispatch positions. The commission will also discuss revising the Civil Service Code.

• Proposed selection process for Medical Services Officer 2023-24
• Entry Officer Eligibility List
• Lateral Dispatch Eligibility List
• Revising Civil Service Code
• Fire and Police Department updates

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to consider two motions: one to approve a video art piece for Redmond Lights and another to approve a Poet Laureate. The agenda also includes a summer recap from Parks and Recreation, staff reports, and discussion of future agenda items.

• Motion to approve Redmond Lights video art
• Motion to approve Poet Laureate
• Parks and Recreation summer recap
• Public comments accepted in advance via email
• Next meeting scheduled for November 9, 2023

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold study sessions on several draft elements of the Redmond 2050 comprehensive plan, including first drafts of downtown/community design and climate resilience policies, and second drafts of human services and annexation/regional planning elements. These are discussion items for input, not final decisions.

• First draft of Downtown and Community Design Policies
• Second draft of Human Services Element
• Second draft of Annexation and Regional Planning Element
• First draft of Climate Resilience and Sustainability Policies

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will discuss the 2025-26 funding application process and review received Request for Proposals (RFP) applications. The commission will also review a funding request from IACS and begin discussions on the 2024 work plan.

• Overview of 2025-26 City funding application and review process
• Presentation of received Request for Proposals (RFP) applications
• Review of additional information and funding request from IACS
• Initial discussion regarding the 2024 Work Plan

Parks & Trails Commission

The Redmond Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission is considering a motion to recommend a revised Parks User Fee Schedule and an updated Activity and Facility Use Policy to the City Council. The meeting will also include a discussion on the SE Redmond Master Plan and a recap of summer programming.

• Recommendation of revised Parks User Fee Schedule (last revised in 2016)
• Recommendation of updated Activity and Facility Use Policy (last updated in 2009)
• Discussion regarding the SE Redmond Master Plan
• Summer Events Recap

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes minutes from September 6, 2023, and several reimbursement claims for retired fire and police department members. These claims cover Medicare premiums and other expenses. The meeting is open to the public via Teams or in person, and written comments are accepted before noon on the meeting date.

• Approval of minutes from September 6, 2023
• Reimbursement for retired firefighter: Medicare Part A & B ($442.90/mo) and assisted living ($6,270) totaling $6,712.90
• Reimbursement for retired firefighter: Medicare Part B for July-August 2023 totaling $329.80
• Reimbursement for retired firefighter: Medicare Part B for Oct-Dec 2023 totaling $544.20
• Reimbursement for retired police: Medicare Part B and toric lens implants totaling $1,664.90

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to receive an update from the Regional Manager. The discussion includes library statistics, programs, services, and methods for connecting with the Spanish-speaking community.

• Regional Manager update
• Review of library statistics
• Discussion on Spanish-speaking community outreach
• Information for City Newsletter

Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will review and provide feedback on the draft Climate Resilience and Sustainability Element, developed to address HB1181. The committee will also welcome new members and hear staff updates on sustainability projects, including a solar feasibility study grant.

• Draft Climate Resilience and Sustainability Element policies for Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Welcome of new committee members Mike Vermeulen and Nancy Logan
• Introduction of Sustainability Fellow Bridget Wipfler
• Conditional award of $100K Department of Commerce grant for solar and battery storage feasibility study
• Draft Green Building Incentive Program open for public comment

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is holding a public hearing and study session on annual code cleanups as part of the Redmond Zoning Code ReWrite. They will also study the first draft of Downtown and Community Design Policies for Redmond 2050, receive a briefing on the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement, and get a monthly update on Redmond 2050.

• Public hearing on annual Redmond Zoning Code ReWrite code cleanups
• First draft of Downtown and Community Design Policies for Redmond 2050
• Briefing on Redmond 2050 Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement
• Monthly update briefing on Redmond 2050
• Public comment opportunities for items not subject to a public hearing

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is reviewing a proposal for an 8-story, 220-unit apartment building with 183 parking stalls, live/work units, and commercial spaces at 15075 NE 24th Street in the Overlake neighborhood. The board will consider design standards, comprehensive plan policies, and decision criteria for this project.

• LAND-2023-00077, Stream Overlake: 8-story, 220-unit apartment building with 183 parking stalls, amenity spaces, live/work units, and commercial spaces at 15075 NE 24th Street
• Applicant: Jill Burdeen with Board & Vellum
• Staff contact: Lauren Anderson, Senior Planner

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear updates from the Fire and Police Departments, and vote on multiple eligibility lists for hiring, including firefighter, officer, dispatch, and coordinator positions. The meeting is largely procedural, focusing on personnel actions.

• Approval of August 18, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Fire Department update (information only)
• Votes on Administrative Officer, Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic, Entry Level Firefighter, Entry Officer, Lateral Dispatch, Program Coordinator, Exceptional Entry Officer, and Crime Analyst eligibility lists
• Crime Analyst Eligibility List Correction Memo (information only)
• Police Department update (information only)

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss new business including grantee introductions from SecondStory Repertory, a joint meeting with City Council, and rotating exhibition spaces. They will also review the Downtown Redmond Art Walk recap and staff report. The meeting is open to the public via phone.

• Grantee introduction: SecondStory Repertory
• Joint meeting with City Council scheduled for September 26, 2023
• Discussion of rotating exhibition spaces
• Downtown Redmond Art Walk recap
• Public comments accepted in advance via email

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is meeting to introduce the draft 2023 Water System Plan, conduct a study session on annual zoning code cleanups, and receive a briefing on the Overlake Incentives Program. These are discussion items, with no final decisions expected at this meeting.

• Introduction of draft 2023 Water System Plan (staff presentation and memo)
• Study session on annual Redmond Zoning Code ReWrite code cleanups
• Briefing on Overlake Incentives Program, including consultant cost information
• Public comment period for non-hearing items (3 minutes per speaker)

Human Services Commission

The Commission will review and provide input on the draft human services element of the city's comprehensive plan. The meeting also includes a presentation of an emergency funding request from Indian American Community Services (IACS).

• Presentation of emergency funding request by Indian American Community Services (IACS)
• Review and discussion of draft human services element of city comprehensive plan
• Continuation of discussion regarding draft Request for Proposals for fund balance distribution
• Discussion on presenter for the November 14 Council study session regarding the funding model
• Introduction of new youth advisor to the Commission

The commission approved the August 14 meeting summary and updated a draft Request for Proposals to increase the maximum award to $30,000. Members also discussed a funding request from IACS and provided feedback on the city's comprehensive plan draft.

• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting summary (universal acclamation)
• Increased maximum RFP award amount to $30,000
• Decided to keep RFP preference for organizations with budgets under $1 million
• Agreed to allow more than just the Chair and Vice Chair to present recommendations to Council in November
• Determined IACS funding request will be considered under the RFP rather than as an emergency request

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to review its mission and processes, discuss walking and biking safety in school zones, and plan future committee events. The meeting includes an open comment period for public input.

• Review of PBAC mission and processes
• Discussion of walking and biking safety in school zones
• Planning for future PBAC event(s)
• Open comment period for public input

The committee reviewed the restart of the SchoolPool program for local elementary schools. Members proposed several community outreach events, including winter safety classes and tabling at Redmond Lights, which staff will develop into a formal proposal.

• Suggested adding a parent feedback mechanism to the SchoolPool website
• Proposed future events including coffee chats and maintenance classes
• Proposed a winter walking and wheeling gear open house at City Hall
• Agreed to volunteer for information tabling at Redmond Lights

Parks & Trails Commission

The Parks & Trails Commission will discuss and vote on recommending the Draft 2023 PARCC Plan to City Council. Other items include updates on senior centers, volunteer programs, and SE Redmond Park community meetings.

• Motion to recommend the Draft 2023 PARCC Plan to City Council
• SE Redmond Community Meeting scheduled for September 13

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board will review three development projects at its September 7, 2023 meeting. The board will consider a 420-unit multifamily building at 2233 Bel-Red Road, a five-story mixed-use project at 15171 NE 24th Street, and a six-story mixed-use building at 16701 Cleveland Street. The board will also approve minutes from the July 5, 2023 special meeting.

• LAND-2022-00272: Modera BelRed, 420 residential units at 2233 Bel-Red Road
• LAND-2023-00031: Overlake Square, five-story mixed-use at 15171 NE 24th Street
• LAND-2023-00086: Demolition and new 6-story mixed-use at 16701 Cleveland Street
• Approval of minutes from July 5, 2023 special meeting

The Board recommended approval for the Modera BelRed project with specific compliance requirements. Discussions were held on two pre-application projects, one of which was tabled for further review at the next meeting.

• Recommended approval of LAND-2022-00272 (Modera BelRed) with exceptions for ADF 1 and 2 (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of LAND-2023-00086 (16701 Cleveland Street) until the next meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees met for a special session to receive updates from the Regional Manager. The agenda included discussions regarding programs, services, and library statistics.

• Regional Manager update
• Review of programs and services
• Review of library statistics
• Information for City Newsletter

Redmond Disability Board

The board approved the minutes from August 2, 2023, and authorized seven claims for Medicare premium and assisted living reimbursements for retired fire and police department personnel.

• Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Fire Department reimbursement of $6,921.90 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Fire Department reimbursement of $494.70 (4-0)
• Approved Disability Retired Fire Department reimbursement of $824.50 (4-0)
• Approved Disability Retired Fire Department reimbursement of $1,159.50 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Police Department reimbursement of $670.90 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Police Department reimbursement of $164.90 (4-0)
• Approved Disability Retired Police Department reimbursement of $1,154.30 (4-0)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear an update on the Experience Redmond brand, consider a request to transfer a $1,500 tourism grant from OneRedmond's Simon event to a Robot Combat Challenge, receive an update on the Tourism Strategic Plan RFP, and discuss 2024 tourism grant scoring and recommendations.

• Approval of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Bullseye Creative – Experience Redmond brand update
• 2023 Tourism Grant Change Request: transfer $1,500 from Largest Game of Simon to Robot Combat Challenge
• Tourism Strategic Plan RFP update
• 2024 Tourism Grant Scoring and Recommendations

The committee approved funding recommendations for 2024 tourism grants, including $186,000 for non-city applications and $150,000 for city applications. A grant transfer for a Robot Combat Challenge was also approved. The committee received an update on the Tourism Strategic Plan RFP process.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved transfer of $1,500 tourism grant from Largest Game of Simon to Robot Combat Challenge (6-0)
• Approved $186,000 in funding for 20 of 22 non-city grant applications (6-0)
• Approved $150,000 total for three City funding applications: Derby Days, Redmond Lights, and Cultural Arts Programming

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is holding a special hybrid meeting to receive updates and briefings on several planning initiatives. The main items are a study session on the draft Green Building Incentive Program code revisions and a briefing on the Overlake Incentives Program, including consultant cost information. The commission will also get a monthly update on the Redmond 2050 planning effort. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled on these items.

• Study session on draft RZC 21.67 code revisions for Green Building Incentive Program
• Briefing on Overlake Incentives Program status and consultant cost information
• Redmond 2050 monthly update briefing
• Public comment period for non-hearing items (3 minutes per speaker)

The Planning Commission held a special meeting consisting primarily of briefings and discussions. No substantive policy decisions were made, and one agenda item was removed.

• Approved revised agenda removing the Overlake Incentives Update (unanimous)
• Green Building Program Introduction: Discussion only, no action taken
• Redmond 2050 Monthly Update: Discussion only, no action taken

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and study session on proposed revisions to the Overlake Zone Regulations (LAND-2023-00120), including considering closing the written public hearing for the first package. They will also continue a study session on the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing on Overlake Zone Regulations 2nd Package (LAND-2023-00120)
• Consider closing written public hearing for first package of Overlake Zone regulations
• Study session on Housing Element revisions to Comprehensive Plan
• Public comment period for non-hearing items (3 minutes per speaker)

The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing and study session regarding proposed revisions to the Overlake Zone Regulations. No final votes were taken on the regulations, but the Commission closed several specific items within the Issues Matrix. The public hearing remains open for written comments.

• Approved the August 23, 2023 Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the August 9, 2023 Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Closed Issues Matrix item regarding art
• Closed Issues Matrix item regarding Land Use correction
• Closed Issues Matrix item regarding live-work commercial and residential definitions
• Closed Housing Element Issues Matrix item regarding the term 'posture'
• Closed Housing Element Issues Matrix item regarding student homelessness data

Design Review Board

The August 21, 2023 Design Review Board meeting is cancelled. All agenda items, including approval of minutes and three project reviews, have been moved to the September 7, 2023 agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 5, 2023 special meeting
• LAND-2022-00272, Modera BelRed: ~420-unit multifamily development at 2233 Bel-Red Road
• LAND-2023-00031, Overlake Square: five-story mixed-use at 15171 NE 24th Street
• LAND-2023-00086, 16701 Cleveland Street: demolition and new 6-story mixed-use building

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider and vote on numerous eligibility lists for fire and police department positions, including firefighter, police officer, and administrative roles. The agenda also includes updates from the Fire and Police Departments and proposed selection processes for a Police Captain and a Community Support Program Manager. Public comment is scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2023 regular meeting
• Fire Department Update (information only)
• Eligibility lists for Driver Engineer, Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic, Lateral Firefighter, Entry Level Firefighter, Administrative Officer, Firefighter Re-Employment
• Eligibility lists for Crime Analyst, Entry Officer, Exceptional Entry Officer, Entry Dispatch, PIO (Program Coordinator), Police Sergeant
• Proposed selection processes for Police Captain and Community Support Program Manager

The Commission approved several eligibility lists for Fire Department and Police Department positions. It also approved two proposed selection processes for police leadership and program management roles.

• Approved Driver Engineer Eligibility List
• Approved Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List
• Approved Lateral Firefighter Eligibility List
• Approved Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List
• Approved Administrative Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Firefighter Re-Employment Eligibility List
• Approved Crime Analyst, Entry Officer, Exceptional Entry Officer, Entry Dispatch, PIO, and Police Sergeant Eligibility Lists
• Approved Revised Police Captain and Community Support Program Manager Proposed Selection Processes

Civil Service Commission

The August 16, 2023 regular meeting of the Redmond Civil Service Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review agency presentations and a second quarter program report. Members will also discuss mechanisms for spending the existing fund balance and prepare a draft presentation for a November 14 City Council study session.

• Agency presentations from Community Homes Education for Families of IDD, LINKS Lunch Buddy Mentoring, and HERO House NW
• Discussion on possible mechanisms to spend down the existing fund balance
• Review of draft presentation for November 14 Council study session
• Second Quarter Program Report update on funded programs
• Acknowledgement of Youth Advisor Laya Nair's service

The Commission directed staff to create a request for proposals for smaller agencies focusing on marginalized communities with a limit of $15-20K. Members also reviewed a draft presentation for the City Council and discussed the use of a $130K fund balance.

• Approved July 10 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft RFP for smaller agencies focusing on marginalized communities ($15-20K limit)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Redmond Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to review plans for the 70th St extension, a project previously discussed in November 2022, and to debrief the July Walk and Roll event. The agenda also includes an open comment period for public input.

• Review of 70th St Extension Plans
• Debrief of July Walk and Roll Event
• Open Comment Period

The committee reviewed 90% design plans for the 70th Street Extension and discussed feedback from the July Walk and Roll event. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will consider approving artists for Redmond Lights, discuss the Downtown Redmond Art Walk, and plan a joint meeting with the City Council. They will also review the Derby Days recap and other staff reports.

• Motion to approve Redmond Lights artists
• Discussion of Downtown Redmond Art Walk
• Joint meeting with City Council scheduled for September 26
• Derby Days recap in staff report
• Public comments accepted in advance via email

The Commission approved the selected artists for the Redmond Lights temporary public art project. Staff provided updates on the upcoming Downtown Redmond Art Walk and a scheduled joint meeting with the City Council.

• Approved July 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Redmond Lights Temporary Public Art Artists

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will approve its recommendation on the Centers Element of the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan, hold public hearings on the Housing Element and Overlake Zone regulations, and continue reviewing policy updates for Marymoor Village and Southeast Redmond. These are part of the city's long-range planning efforts.

• Public hearing and study session on Redmond 2050 Centers Element recommendation
• Public hearing on proposed revisions to the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan
• First of three public hearings on Overlake Zone regulations (LAND-2023-00120)
• Study session on Marymoor Village and Southeast Redmond policy updates

The Planning Commission conducted public hearings and study sessions regarding the Redmond 2050 Centers, Housing, and Overlake Zone elements. No formal recommendations were made, as the sessions focused on gathering community feedback and reviewing issues matrices.

• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes and July 26, 2023 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing and written comments for Redmond 2050 Centers Element
• Closed verbal portion of public hearing for Redmond 2050 Housing Element
• Closed verbal portion of public hearing for Redmond 2050 Overlake Zone Regulations

Parks & Trails Commission

The Commission will discuss a new plan for vegetation management and tree health risk mitigation. The agenda also includes information on an upcoming joint meeting with the Redmond City Council.

• Discussion of Climate Resiliency & Sustainability in Vegetation Management Plan
• Information regarding Parks for Pollinators September Event
• Discussion of a joint meeting with Redmond City Council
• Update on SE Redmond Park development
• Review of the PARCC Plan

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and corrected the June 1, 2023, minutes. Members discussed upcoming vegetation management plans, a joint meeting with City Council on October 24, and the finalization of the PARCC Plan draft.

• Approved August 3, 2023, meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 1, 2023, meeting minutes as corrected

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees is meeting to receive an update from the Regional Manager. The discussion will cover library statistics, programs, and services.

• Regional Manager update
• Review of library statistics
• Discussion of programs and services
• Information for City Newsletter

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes minutes from July 5, 2023, and eight claims for reimbursements to retired fire and police department members for Medicare premiums, assisted living, and vision expenses. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 5, 2023
• Reimbursement of $6,921.90 for Medicare Part A & B and assisted living for a retired firefighter
• Reimbursement of $494.70 for Medicare Part B premiums for a retired firefighter
• Reimbursement of $329.80 for Medicare Part B premiums for a retired firefighter
• Reimbursement of $398.98 for vision exam and hardware for a retired firefighter

The Disability Board approved the July 5, 2023, meeting minutes and several reimbursement claims for retired fire and police department personnel. These claims cover Medicare premiums, assisted living, and vision expenses.

• Approved July 5, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $6,921.90 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department (Medicare and assisted living) (3-0)
• Approved $494.70 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department (Medicare Part B) (3-0)
• Approved $329.80 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department (Medicare Part B) (3-0)
• Approved $398.98 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department (vision exam and hardware) (3-0)
• Approved $494.70 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department (Medicare Part B) (3-0)
• Approved $670.90 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department (Medicare Part A & B) (3-0)
• Approved $269.96 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department (vision hardware) (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission holds study sessions on four Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan updates: the Centers Element, Overlake zoning regulations, the Land Use Element, and an introduction to the Housing Element. The Commission may conclude its review of the Centers Element and make a recommendation; the other items are for continued review or introduction only.

• Redmond 2050 Centers Element review (LAND-2023-00120) — may conclude and recommend
• Overlake zone regulations update — study session
• Land Use Element first draft policy updates — study session
• Housing Element and regulatory amendments introduction
• Public comment on non-hearing items limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Planning Commission conducted several study sessions regarding the Redmond 2050 comprehensive plan updates. No substantive actions or decisions were taken on the proposed element updates or zoning regulations.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve June minutes, hear updates from the Fire and Police Departments, and take action on an entry officer eligibility list, proposed selection processes for Police Captain and Police Support Civilian Commander, and proposed revisions to Civil Service Rules. Public comment is accepted in writing or in person.

• Approval of June 21, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Fire Department update (information only)
• Police Department update (information only)
• Entry Officer Eligibility List (motion)
• Proposed selection processes for Police Captain and Police Support Civilian Commander (motions)

The Commission approved the Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List and selection processes for Police Captain and Police Support Civilian Commander. Proposed changes to the Civil Service Rules were tabled until the August meeting for further review.

• Approved June 21, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Police Captain Proposed Selection Process
• Approved Police Support Civilian Commander Proposed Selection Process
• Tabled proposed changes to Civil Service Rules until August

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Arts and Culture Commission approved the design for a rainbow crosswalk on Cleveland Street and mural designs for the first annual Downtown Art Walk. The commission also approved a video call for artists to submit works for the Redmond Lights projection.

• Approved Rainbow Crosswalk Design for Cleveland St (Unanimous)
• Approved Art Walk Mural Designs (Unanimous)
• Approved Redmond Lights Video Call for artist submissions (Unanimous)
• Approved June 2023 minutes

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will approve its recommendation on the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation (PARCC) Element and Plan, and the Economic Vitality Element. It will also hold a public hearing on the Centers Element, and study the Land Use, Housing, and Overlake zone regulations as part of the Redmond 2050 comprehensive plan update.

• Approval of PARCC Element, PARCC Functional Plan, and Economic Vitality Element
• Public hearing on Centers Element revisions (LAND-2023-00120)
• Study session on first draft of Land Use Element policies
• Study session on updated Housing Element and regulatory amendments
• Study session on Overlake zone regulations, including new public art and solid waste storage sections

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the Recommendation and Report for the updated Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation (PARCC) Element, PARCC Functional Plan, and Economic Vitality Element. The commission also held a public hearing and study session regarding proposed revisions to the Centers Element of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved June 14, 2023 Meeting Summary (unanimous)
• Approved June 28, 2023 Meeting Summary (unanimous)
• Approved updated PARCC Element, PARCC Functional Plan, and Economic Vitality Element (unanimous)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review a draft policy regarding the distribution of recaptured funds. Members will also discuss data options for determining future human services funding levels in preparation for a November meeting with City Council.

• Review and potential approval of draft Recaptured Funds Policy
• Discussion on funding model options for human services
• Agency presentation by Adam Dibba of Africans on the Eastside
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion discussion led by Commissioner Jung Lee

The Commission approved the June 12, 2023 meeting summary and an amended Fund Balance Policy. Members discussed potential funding models and metrics for diversity, equity, and inclusion to prepare for a November 14 City Council request.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting summary (universal acclamation)
• Approved renaming Recaptured Funds Policy to 'Fund Balance Policy' and removing the sentence allowing case-by-case requests from schools, community groups, or individuals (unanimous)

Parks & Trails Commission

The regularly scheduled July 6, 2023, meeting of the Redmond Parks, Trails, and Recreation Commission has been canceled. Commission meetings are scheduled to resume in August.

Library Board

The meeting will cover updates on library programs, statistics, and discuss volunteer roles for Derby Day and potential content for the city newsletter.

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items, including reimbursements for Medicare premiums and assisted living costs for retired fire and police department members. The board will also discuss an update on a wheelchair lift request and correct a typo in last month's claims listing.

• Approval of minutes from June 5, 2023
• Reimbursement of $6,712.90 for retired firefighter Medicare and assisted living
• Reimbursement of $544.20 for retired firefighter Medicare Part B
• Reimbursement of $670.90 for retired police Medicare Part A & B
• Update on wheelchair lift pre-approval request

The Board approved several claims for Medicare premiums, assisted living, and a vision exam for retired fire and police department personnel. The Board deferred a vote on a wheelchair lift pending an official denial from Medicare.

• Approved June 5, 2023 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $6,712.90 reimbursement for retired fire department Medicare and assisted living (3-0)
• Approved $544.20 reimbursement for retired fire department Medicare Part B (3-0)
• Approved $670.90 reimbursement for retired police department Medicare Part A & B (3-0)
• Approved $494.70 reimbursement for retired police department Medicare Part B (3-0)
• Approved $598.30 reimbursement for retired police department vision exam and Medicare Part B (3-0)
• Approved $164.90 reimbursement for retired police department Medicare Part B (3-0)
• Tabled wheelchair lift coverage pending official Medicare denial

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board is holding a special hybrid meeting to review two pre-application proposals for eight-story mixed-use buildings: Chelsea Square in Downtown and Overlake Mixed Use in the Overlake neighborhood. The board will also approve minutes from its May 11 and May 18, 2023 meetings.

• Pre-application LAND-2023-00097: Chelsea Square, 8-story mixed-use at 16340 NE 83rd Street, applicant Michele Wang with Runberg Architecture
• Pre-application LAND-2023-00006: Overlake Mixed Use, 8-story building with 230 apartment units and ground-level commercial at 2120 152nd Ave NE, applicant Sarah Hatfield & Lindsay Ratliff with SHW
• Approval of minutes from May 11 and May 18, 2023 meetings

The Board conditionally approved the Overlake Mixed-Use building project. A pre-application for the Chelsea Square project was reviewed with requests for further design details. The July 20, 2023 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved May 11, 2023 Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2023 Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved LAND-2023-00006, Overlake Mixed-Use (unanimous)
• Cancelled July 20, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Council adopt the updated PARCC Element and Functional Plan, as well as the updated Economic Vitality Element. Other items regarding the Centers and Natural Environment elements were discussed without action.

• Recommended adoption of updated PARCC Element and PARCC Functional Plan, including the Bike Park in inventory (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of updated Economic Vitality Element (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from May and June, hear public comment, and receive updates from the Police and Fire Departments. The commission will vote on several eligibility lists for entry-level and exceptional entry officers, as well as a medical services officer, and discuss a proposed selection process for an administrative officer.

• Approval of May 17, 2023, regular meeting minutes
• Approval of June 1, 2023, special meeting minutes
• Motion on Entry Level Officer Eligibility List
• Motion on Exceptional Entry Officer Eligibility List
• Motion on Medical Services Officer Eligibility List

The Commission approved eligibility lists for police and fire department positions. The meeting also included the approval of minutes from two previous meetings.

• Approved Police Officer Entry Level Eligibility List (AU)
• Approved Police Officer Exceptional Entry Eligibility List (AU)
• Approved Medical Service Officer Eligibility List (AU)
• Approved Administrative Officer Proposed Selection Process Eligibility List (AU)
• Approved 5/17/23 regular meeting minutes (AU)
• Approved 6/1/23 special meeting minutes (AU)

Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will review requirements of HB 1181 and a draft outline for a new Climate Element in the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan, seeking feedback on key topics. They will also discuss results from a community questionnaire on gas-powered leaf blower policies and programs, and consider next steps. The meeting includes public comment and staff announcements.

• Discussion of new Climate Element for Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan to address HB 1181
• Review of leaf blower questionnaire results: 70.8% support electric leaf blower policy
• Regional examples: Seattle resolution to ban gas leaf blowers by 2027, Kirkland initiative to sunset by 2025
• ESAP implementation update: Routes to Rails campaign, Recycling Video Library, Energy Smart Eastside incentives

The committee provided feedback on a proposed standalone climate element to comply with HB 1181. Staff reviewed results from a community questionnaire regarding gas leaf blower policies. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Discussed vision and key themes for a new climate element for the 2024 comprehensive plan update
• Reviewed community questionnaire results regarding gas leaf blower policies
• Noted 120-day delay to the 2021 Washington State Building Code adoption

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold public hearings and study sessions on two updated Redmond 2050 comprehensive plan elements: the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation (PARCC) Element and Plan, and the Economic Vitality Element. The commission will also review first drafts of four additional elements: Utilities, Capital Facilities, Natural Environment, and Participation, Implementation, and Evaluation. The meeting is a hybrid format with in-person and remote participation options.

• Public hearing on updated PARCC Element and PARCC Plan
• Public hearing on updated Economic Vitality Element
• Study session on first drafts of Utilities, Capital Facilities, Natural Environment, and PIE elements
• Approval of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for non-hearing items

The Planning Commission conducted public hearings and study sessions for the Redmond 2050 Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation (PARCC) Element and the Economic Vitality Element. No final votes were taken on these plans; the commission will hold further study sessions to refine the documents.

• Approved May 24, 2023 Meeting Summary (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Tabled final action on PARCC Element and Plan pending further study session
• Tabled final action on Economic Vitality Element pending further study session

Human Services Commission

The Commission will hold a continued discussion regarding how to manage the human services fund balance and staff authority. Staff will also present the funding process and various ways to evaluate the funding formula for grants.

• Public comment on proposed 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects
• Discussion on financial thresholds and spending plans for the human services fund balance
• Review of the funding process and grant funding formulas

The Commission approved the May 8, 2023 meeting summary. Members discussed the Human Services Fund Balance and funding models, requesting staff follow-up on how other cities handle increased funding requests. No public comment was received regarding proposed 2024 CDBG allocations.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting summary (unanimous)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Redmond Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates to the Bicycle Design Guide and preferences for bicycle signal types, and to plan a ride/walk-along event. The agenda is mostly discussion and planning, with no formal votes or public hearings listed.

• Bicycle Design Guide Updates
• Bicycle Signal Type Preference
• PBAC Ride/Walk-Along Planning

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission approved the calls for the Redmond Lights and Poet Laureate programs. The commission also discussed a scheduled joint meeting with the City Council for September 26.

• Approved May 2023 minutes
• Approved Redmond Lights Art Call
• Approved Poet Laureate Call

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees met for a special session to receive updates from the Regional Manager. The agenda included discussions regarding library programs, services, and information for the City Newsletter.

• Regional Manager update
• Programs & Services discussion
• City Newsletter information

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes minutes from May 3, 2023, and eight claims for Medicare premium and medical expense reimbursements for retired fire and police department members. The board will also receive an update on a request for pre-approval of a wheelchair lift. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 3, 2023
• Reimbursement of $6,921.90 for Medicare Part A & B and assisted living for a retired firefighter
• Reimbursement of $619.70 for Medicare Part B and an eye exam for a retired firefighter
• Reimbursement of $1,341.80 for Medicare Part A & B for a retired police officer
• Update on request for pre-approval of a wheelchair lift

The Board approved a consent agenda including the May 3, 2023 minutes and eight claims for Medicare premiums and medical expenses. A request for a wheelchair lift reimbursement totaling $22,565.20 remains under review as old business.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Fire Department reimbursements for Medicare and assisted living: $6,921.90 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Fire Department reimbursements for Medicare and eye exam: $619.70 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B reimbursements: $329.80 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B reimbursements: $489.50 (4-0)
• Approved Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B reimbursements: $659.60 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part A & B reimbursements: $1,341.80 (4-0)
• Approved Service Retired Police Department vision hardware reimbursement: $210.02 (4-0)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss the 2024 Tourism Grant application window, and review council feedback on their recommendations, including a second round of council input.

• Approval of March 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• 2024 Tourism Grant application window set for August 1-15
• Council feedback on LTAC recommendations from April 25 study session and April 4 committee meeting
• Round 2 of Council Recommendations

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee recommended maintaining a target end fund reserve of 60% of projected budget revenues. The committee also recommended allocating up to $80,000 to support a tourism strategic plan. Both recommendations passed unanimously.

• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended maintaining target end fund reserve of 60% of projected budget revenues (6-0)
• Recommended allocating up to $80,000 for a tourism strategic plan (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to take action on several personnel items, including a fire department reclassification and multiple police eligibility lists. The commission will also receive an informational update from the Police Department. Public comment is invited in writing or in person.

• Fire Department Reclassification: Deputy Fire Chief – Administration (motion)
• Police Department Update (information only)
• Police Officer Entry-Level Eligibility List (motion)
• Police Officer Exceptional Entry Eligibility List (motion)
• Police Support Services Specialist Eligibility List (motion)

The Commission approved the reclassification of a fire department position and three police department eligibility lists. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved reclassification of Administrative Supervisor to Administrative Officer
• Approved Police Entry-Level Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Police Exceptional Entry Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Police Support Services Specialist Eligibility List

Parks & Trails Commission

The Commission will review neighborhood park standards for SE Redmond Park and discuss a potential property acquisition. The meeting also includes updates on the PARCC Plan, rules of procedure edits, and upcoming trails day activities.

• Discussion of SE Redmond Park-Neighborhood Park Standards
• Information regarding an 8.42-acre property acquisition at 19055 NE 95th Street for $750,000
• Review of Rules of Procedure edits
• Update on the PARCC Plan and public hearing schedule
• Discussion of National Trails Day

The Commission discussed conceptual plans and potential amenities for the Southeast Redmond Park. Staff reported on the City Council's approval to acquire an 8.42-acre parcel in the East Redmond Corridor. No substantive votes were taken on new business items.

• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes as amended

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is meeting to receive briefings on the Redmond Zoning Code rewrite, including Overlake Metro Center code revisions, and on Redmond 2050 activities. Staff will also present the Redmondscapes game, an engagement tool for community outreach. No final decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and questions.

• Briefing on Redmond Zoning Code amendment packages and review process
• Update on Overlake Metro Center zoning code revisions
• Redmond 2050 monthly update with Cinco de Mayo questionnaire results
• Presentation of Redmondscapes game for community engagement

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the April 26, 2023 meeting summary. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff briefings and discussions regarding the Zoning Code re-write, Redmond 2050, and the Redmondscapes engagement tool, with no substantive actions taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2023 Meeting Summary (unanimous)
• Redmond Zoning Code Re-Write and Overlake Code Updates: Discussion only, no action taken
• Redmond 2050 Monthly Update: Discussion only, no action taken
• Redmondscapes Game engagement tool: Discussion only, no action taken

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board will review two downtown projects: a final approval for the Anderson Park Apartments, a 5-story multi-family building at 16912 NE 129th Street, and a pre-application for an 8-story mixed-use residential building at 16310 NE 80th Street. The board will also approve minutes from April 13 and April 20, 2023. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Final approval: LAND-2022-00151, Anderson Park Apartments, 5-story multi-family with mezzanine at 16912 NE 129th Street
• Pre-application: LAND-2023-00046, 8-story mixed-use residential with open space and type IX pedestrian system at 16310 NE 80th Street
• Approval of minutes from April 13 and April 20, 2023

The Board unanimously approved the site plan entitlement for the Anderson Park Apartments. A pre-application for an eight-story mixed-use building at 16310 Northeast 80th Street was discussed, with the Board providing feedback on massing and materials.

• Approved LAND-2022-00151 Anderson Park Apartments Site Plan Entitlement (unanimous)
• Approved April 13, 2023 Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2023 Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled June 1, 2023 meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss updates from the Fire and Police Departments and to consider several personnel-related motions, including fire reclassification requests and approval of eligibility lists for entry and lateral dispatch officer positions. The agenda is largely routine, with most items being informational or requiring commission action on personnel matters.

• Fire Department Update (information only)
• Fire Reclassification Requests (motion)
• Police Department Update (information only)
• Entry Officer Eligibility List (motion)
• Lateral Dispatch Officer Eligibility List (motion)

The Commission approved the reclassification of two medical services positions. It also approved the Entry Level and Lateral Communications Dispatcher eligibility lists. The Fire Department reported 455 applicants for entry-level firefighter positions.

• Approved reclassification of Dana Yost from Paramedic to Training Medical Services Officer
• Approved reclassification of a vacant Paramedic position to a Mobile Integrated Community Health Medical Services Officer
• Approved Entry Level Eligibility List
• Approved Lateral Communications Dispatcher Eligibility List
• Approved amended April 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board is holding a special hybrid meeting to review a pre-application for Overlake Square, a proposed five-story mixed-use development at 15171 NE 24th Street. The board will discuss the proposal with the applicant and staff; no final decision is expected at this pre-application stage.

• Pre-application LAND-2023-00031 for Overlake Square, a five-story mixed-use building
• Location: 15171 NE 24th Street, Overlake neighborhood
• Applicant: Scott Stidell with MG2

The Board reviewed a pre-application for a five-story mixed-use development at 15171 Northeast 24th Street. No formal decisions were made; the Board provided design feedback on building massing, elevations, and materiality for the applicant to refine.

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will consider motions to approve artists for a rainbow crosswalk, a mural, and temporary public art, and will hear an introduction from Sadhana World. The commission will also approve April meeting minutes, receive a staff report, and discuss future agenda items. Public comments can be submitted in advance to [email protected].

• Motion to approve Rainbow Crosswalk Artist
• Motion to approve Mural Artist
• Motion to approve Temporary Public Art
• Sadhana World introduction by founder Piyali Biswas De
• Approval of April 2023 meeting minutes

The Arts and Culture Commission selected Jing Jing Wang to design a rainbow crosswalk for downtown Redmond. The commission also approved a list of muralists and temporary public artists for the first annual Downtown Redmond Art Walk.

• Approved Jing Jing Wang as the Rainbow Crosswalk Artist
• Approved muralists Deepti Agrawal, Kay Bae, Carlos Martinez, and Alex Nason
• Approved temporary public artists Randi Ganulin, Sofia Gulaid, Brian Hays, Rohini Mathur, Michelle Rainville, Bonnie Smerdon, and Jenya Steevan
• Approved April 2023 minutes

Human Services Commission

The Commission will hold a deep dive into diversity, equity, and inclusion issues with guest Debbie Lacy. Members will also discuss how to best utilize the Human Services Fund Balance and consider proposed changes to the Out of Cycle Funding policy.

• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion presentation by Debbie Lacy
• Discussion on Human Services Fund Balance utilization
• Consideration of proposed changes to the Out of Cycle Funding policy

The commission heard a presentation on diversity, equity, and inclusion in nonprofit funding and discussed barriers and accountability. They also debated how to handle excess reserve funds but did not make a decision, instead asking staff to revise the proposal for further discussion next month. The meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved April 2023 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Discussed but tabled reserve fund spending changes; staff to rework proposal

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Redmond Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to receive project updates on the Routes to Rails, Avondale Paving Project, and Overlake Village Station Pedestrian Bridge. They will also plan a PBAC ride-along activity tentatively scheduled for July 17, 2023. The meeting is hybrid, held in Microsoft Teams and City Hall Room 135.

• Project updates: Routes to Rails
• Project updates: Avondale Paving Project
• Project updates: Overlake Village Station Pedestrian Bridge
• Plan PBAC Ride-Along activity (tentatively 07/17/2023)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Commission is reviewing ways to prioritize the PARCC Plan projects list to align with Redmond 2050 goals. Members are also discussing opportunities for volunteerism in parks and updates on the Pop Up Dog Park.

• Discussion on prioritizing PARCC Plan projects by lifecycle, capacity, and non-capital types
• Discussion regarding volunteerism in parks
• Update on Pop Up Dog Park project
• Review of Rules of Procedure following Commission retreat
• Information on community gardens at Juel Park and Marymoor Village

The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission discussed a proposed volunteer pilot program and reviewed revisions to its Rules of Procedures, but took no final votes on either. The commission also received updates on the Pop Up Dog Park survey, new community garden plots at Juel Park and Spectra Apartments, and the Southeast Redmond Park master plan contract moving to City Council on May 16, 2023. The meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0)

Salary Commission

The Redmond Salary Commission meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted; questions may be directed to the provided email.

• Meeting cancelled

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees met for a special meeting to discuss regional manager updates and programs. The board also addressed a motion regarding the removal of a board member and a request letter to Mayor Birney.

• Motion to remove a board member
• Approval of removal request letter to Mayor Birney
• Regional Manager update
• Discussion of programs and services

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items, including reimbursements for Medicare premiums and assisted living costs for retired fire and police department members. They will also receive an update on a member's request for pre-approval of a wheelchair lift. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business.

• Approval of minutes from April 5, 2023
• Reimbursement of $6,712.90 for retired firefighter Medicare and assisted living
• Reimbursement of $670.90 for retired police Medicare Part A & B
• Reimbursement of $164.90 for retired police Medicare Part B
• Update on wheelchair lift pre-approval request

The Redmond Disability Board approved the consent agenda, including $6,712.90 in retiree medical reimbursements, and discussed a pending request for a wheelchair lift that requires further review by insurance providers. No board members will attend the annual educational conference.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 (5-0).
• Approved $6,712.90 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department medical premiums and assisted living.
• Approved $670.90 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums.
• Approved $164.90 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums.
• Approved $494.70 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums.
• Tabled wheelchair lift pre-approval pending insurance review.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission conducted study sessions and briefings regarding the Redmond 2050 Human Services policies and Overlake code updates. No substantive actions were taken on these items. The commission approved the meeting agenda and previous meeting summaries.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 12 and April 19 meeting summaries (unanimous)

Salary Commission

The Redmond Salary Commission meeting scheduled for April 20, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed. Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board will review a master plan and two site plan entitlements for Overlake East, a four-building residential and commercial development at 15230 NE 24th Street. The board will also approve minutes from the March 23, 2023 meeting.

• LAND-2022-00206 Master Plan Development for Overlake East
• LAND-2022-00207 Overlake East Phase 1 Site Plan Entitlement
• LAND-2022-00208 Overlake East Phase 2 Site Plan Entitlement
• Four-building development with residential multi-family and commercial uses
• Location: 15230 NE 24th Street

The Board approved the Master Plan and Site Plan Entitlements for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Overlake East project. The development consists of four buildings for residential multi-family and commercial use. The Board also approved associated Administrative Design Flexibilities.

• Approved March 23, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved LAND-2022-00206 Master Plan Development, Overlake East (unanimous)
• Approved LAND-2022-00207 Overlake East Phase 1 Site Plan Entitlement (unanimous)
• Approved LAND-2022-00208 Overlake East Phase 2 Site Plan Entitlement (unanimous)
• Approved Administrative Design Flexibilities for Phase 1 and Phase 2 Site Plan Entitlements (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission will consider approving eligibility lists for entry police officers and lateral firefighters/paramedics, and receive updates from the police and fire departments. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of March 15, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of April 6, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Police Department update (information only)
• Entry Police Officer Eligibility List (motion)
• Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List (motion)

The Civil Service Commission approved the Entry Police Officer and Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic eligibility lists. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 15 and April 6 meetings.

• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved April 6, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Approved Entry Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Lateral Firefighter / Paramedic Eligibility List

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is holding its annual workshop to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, an update on a light rail disability access study, and results of a public spaces evaluation. Commissioners will also review their norms and look ahead to 2023 topics. This is a discussion and review session, not a decision-making meeting.

• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts presentation by Jan Harrison
• Light Rail Disability Access Project update on accessibility study
• Complete Neighborhoods public spaces evaluation discussion
• Review and update of Planning Commission Norms
• Look ahead at 2023 workplan

The Planning Commission held an annual workshop to discuss several city projects and workplans. The commission decided to keep the operational norms established in April 2022 without changes. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Agreed to make no changes to Planning Commission Norms updated 4.20.2022

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to approve March minutes, hear public comments, and discuss new business including commissioner introductions, Eastrail Partners, grant requests from Columbia Choirs and APEX, and the Downtown Redmond Artwalk. They will also review a staff report and debrief from a recent retreat.

• Micro Grant Request from APEX
• Operation Grant Introduction: Columbia Choirs
• Downtown Redmond Artwalk discussion
• Retreat Debrief & Next Steps
• New Commissioner Introductions

The Commission approved a micro grant for APEX to install a hanging system for artists at a local coffeeshop. The meeting also included presentations on the Eastrail project and the Columbia Choirs program.

• Approved March 2023 minutes
• Approved APEX Micro Grant application for a coffeeshop hanging system

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board is holding a special hybrid meeting to review three development proposals. The board will consider approval for The Stelvio, a 6-story mixed-use building with 48 residential units and retail space, and will hear pre-application presentations for two multi-family housing projects: Modera Bel-Red with about 420 units and Anderson Park Apartments with 5 stories.

• LAND-2022-00002, The Stelvio: 6-story mixed-use building, 48 residential units, 53 parking stalls at 15815 Bear Creek Parkway
• LAND-2022-00272, Modera Bel-Red: approximately 420 residential units at 2233 Bel-Red Road
• LAND-2022-00151, Anderson Park Apartments: 5-story multi-family building at 16912 NE 129th Street

The Board unanimously approved the design for The Stelvio, a six-story mixed-use building, with a condition to address the southern blank wall. Two other multi-family residential projects were reviewed at the pre-application stage and will return for future action.

• Approved LAND-2022-00002 (The Stelvio) mixed-use building (Unanimous)
• Conditioned The Stelvio approval on addressing the southern blank wall during the application process
• Reviewed pre-application for LAND-2022-00272 (Modera Bel-Red); no approval given as it is in pre-application stage
• Reviewed pre-application for LAND-2022-00151 (Anderson Park Apartments); no approval given

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms, then begin review and discussion of first drafts of updated Human Services and Annexation and Regional Planning policies as part of the Redmond 2050 comprehensive plan update. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and staff updates, with no final decisions expected on the policy drafts at this session.

• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair for one-year term
• Review of Human Services Policies Draft 1 (Redmond 2050)
• Review of Annexation and Regional Planning Policies Draft 1 (Redmond 2050)
• Approval of March 22, 2023 meeting summary
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Planning Commission held officer elections for one-year terms. The commission reviewed draft policies for Human Services and Annexation and Regional Planning, but no action was taken on those items.

• Elected Chair Nichols (unanimous)
• Elected Vice-Chair Weston (unanimous)
• Approved April 12 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 22 meeting summary (unanimous)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review the King County Regional Homelessness Authority five-year plan and Redmond's current homelessness outreach services. The commission will also discuss the process for awarding unspent dollars from the Human Services fund balance.

• Overview of KCRHA 5-year plan and Eastside subregion
• Review of Redmond’s homelessness response history and available services
• Discussion on revisions to draft policy for awarding Human Services fund balance funds
• Review of community norms and diversity, equity, and inclusion discussion

The Commission approved the March 13, 2023 meeting summary. Members received presentations on the King County Regional Homelessness Authority and the city's homeless response. Staff noted a large fund balance and will provide recommendations for updating the Out of Cycle Funding policy next month.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting summary (universal acclamation)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Redmond Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updating the city's bicycle map to reflect new biking infrastructure and possible design changes. They will also review the upcoming National Trails Day volunteer event sponsored by Redmond Parks.

• Redmond Bicycle Map update project
• National Trails Day Volunteer Event

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee discussed potential improvements to the Redmond Bike Map, including online functionality, stress level notations, and infrastructure details. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider and vote on several eligibility lists for police and communications positions, as well as a proposed selection process for police support services. These actions are part of the city's hiring procedures for public safety roles.

• Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Exceptional Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Entry Communications Dispatcher Eligibility List
• Crime Analyst Eligibility List
• Police Support Services Proposed Selection Process

The Commission approved four eligibility lists for police and dispatch roles. It also approved the proposed selection process for Police Support Services.

• Approved Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Exceptional Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Entry Communications Dispatcher Eligibility List
• Approved Crime Analyst Eligibility List
• Approved Police Support Services Proposed Selection Process

Salary Commission

The Redmond Salary Commission will interview the Council President and Vice President and review information and data to guide its work on elected official compensation. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and preparation for the April 20 agenda. This is a working session, not a final decision meeting.

• Interview with Council President and Council Vice President
• Review of interview information and data
• Prep for April 20 agenda
• Public comment period

The Commission conducted interviews with the Council President and Vice President regarding their workloads and the impact of current pay. Members discussed potential salary increases based on living wage data and the possible budget impacts of moving to a full-time pay scale.

• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Voted to ask follow-up questions to Council leadership instead of original list
• Denied request to have Mayor Angela Birney join the meeting (2-4)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss a quarterly recreation update and next steps for an upcoming retreat. The agenda also includes staff updates on the SE Redmond Master Plan, dog parks, and community gardens.

• Quarterly Recreation Update & Discussion
• Retreat Next Steps & Rules of Procedure
• SE Redmond Master Plan update
• Dog Parks project update
• Community Gardens project update

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed 2022 recreation accomplishments, upcoming summer programs, and methods for prioritizing the PARCC Plan projects list.

• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees met for a special session to receive updates from the Regional Manager. The agenda included discussions regarding library programs, services, and board term lengths.

• Regional Manager update
• Discussion of Programs & Services
• Review of Library Board Term Length
• Information for City Newsletter

Redmond Disability Board

The Board approved several Medicare and assisted living reimbursement claims for retired fire and police personnel. It adopted clarifying language regarding retroactive Long Term Care rates and denied one claim for 2021 Medicare B payments due to submission timing.

• Approved Consent Agenda including 10 reimbursement claims for retired fire and police (4-0)
• Adopted clarifying language for section IV.6 regarding retroactive Genworth rate changes (5-0)
• Approved $756 deduction from a member's April reimbursement due to overpayment (5-0)
• Denied request for $1,782.00 in 2021 Medicare B payments (4-1)
• Directed staff to research Premera and Medicare coverage for a wheelchair lift request

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is holding a retreat with the Parks & Recreation staff and the Parks & Trails Commission. The main agenda item is a training session led by Ann McFarlane of Jurassic Parliament on conducting great citizen advisory meetings. The meeting is largely procedural and workshop-focused, with no formal decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Training session on 'Great Citizen Advisory Meetings' led by Ann McFarlane (Jurassic Parliament)
• Joint retreat with Parks & Trails Commission (PTRC) and Parks & Recreation staff
• Public can listen via phone: +1 206-800-4590, passcode 626238323#

Parks & Trails Commission

The meeting is a scheduled commission retreat focused on connected community, enhanced livability, and environmental sustainability. The agenda consists of introductions and a presentation by Ann McFarlane regarding Great Citizen Advisory Meetings.

• Commission Retreat
• Presentation: Jurassic Parliament (Ann McFarlane)

Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will meet virtually to confirm its 2023 workplan, review the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan updates for climate and energy, and discuss a draft leaf blower questionnaire. The committee will also receive an update on commercial energy conservation programs tied to Washington's Clean Building Performance Standard.

• Confirm 2023 ESAC priorities and sub-committee roles
• Review Redmond 2050 Natural Environment and Utilities elements, focusing on climate change and energy
• Discuss draft leaf blower questionnaire on switching from gas to electric
• Overview of Washington State Clean Building Performance Standard and business engagement program
• February ESAP implementation update included as FYI

The committee reviewed its 2023 workplan and provided recommendations for a community questionnaire regarding gas-powered leaf blowers. Staff presented updates on the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan and the state's Clean Buildings Performance Standard. No members volunteered for the vacant Partnership Sub-committee chair or the Clean Buildings support work.

• Recommended City include survey usage info and follow-up contact options in leaf blower questionnaire
• Agreed to keep PSE clean energy transition on the 2023 workplan
• Communications sub-committee volunteered for eNewsletter and coffee chat tasks
• Agreed to rethink the need for the Partnership Sub-committee if no one volunteers for the chair role

Salary Commission

The Commission reviewed various compensation models, including living wage and stipend options, to determine future Council salaries. No final salary amounts were decided; the body focused on gathering data and preparing for interviews with Council leadership.

• Approved March 9, 2023 minutes with two additions (6-0)
• Accepted agenda with addition of Wage Model Options Proposal (6-0)
• Agreed to add a pay 'floor' to the council compensation model
• Finalized a list of interview questions for the Council President and Vice President

Design Review Board

The Board held a study session for the MGP XII-Overlake East project, a residential and commercial development. No final approvals were granted, but members indicated Phase I could be approved once the east façade is improved. The Board requested additional lighting studies and pedestrian-level renderings for both phases.

• Approved February 23, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of Phase I pending improvements to the east façade
• Requested winter-day lighting study for Administrative Design Flexibility (ADF) request
• Requested lighting study and immersive pedestrian views for Phase II
• Cancelled April 6, 2023 meeting due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold study sessions on two draft elements of the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan: the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation (PARCC) Element and Plan, and the Economic Vitality Element. Staff will present updates and seek input to inform final drafts. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and a monthly Redmond 2050 briefing.

• Study session on draft PARCC Element and first draft PARCC Plan
• Study session on draft Economic Vitality Element
• Briefing on Redmond 2050 activities
• Approval of March 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for non-hearing items

The Planning Commission held study sessions and briefings regarding the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan, specifically the Economic Vitality Element and the PARCC Element and Plan. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 8, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• PARCC Element and PARCC Plan: Discussion only, no action taken
• Economic Vitality Element: Discussion only, no action taken
• Redmond 2050 Monthly Update: Discussion only, no action taken

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear updates from the Fire and Police Departments, and vote on proposed selection processes for several positions, including Battalion Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Lateral Communications Dispatcher, and an Exceptional Entry Police Officer eligibility list. Public comment is invited in person or in writing.

• Fire Department Update (information only)
• Battalion Chief Proposed Selection Process (motion)
• Captain Proposed Selection Process (motion)
• Lieutenant Proposed Selection Process (motion)
• Exceptional Entry Police Officer Eligibility List (motion)

The Commission approved selection processes for Battalion Chief, Captain, and Lieutenant roles in the Fire Department, as well as for Lateral Communications Dispatchers. The Exceptional Entry Police Officer Eligibility List was also approved. The Commission received staffing updates for both the Fire and Police departments.

• Approved Battalion Chief Proposed Selection Process
• Approved Captain Proposed Selection Process
• Approved Lieutenant Proposed Selection Process
• Approved Exceptional Entry Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Lateral Communications Dispatcher Proposed Selection Process
• Approved amended February 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Human Services Commission

The Redmond Human Services Commission will review 2022 program performance and outcome data, discuss how to present the Strategic Plan to the community, and hear presentations from three agencies: Ubumwe Women Association, Vine Community Services, and Immigrant Women's Community Center. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting summaries and a discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Agency presentations from Ubumwe Women Association, Vine Community Services, and Immigrant Women's Community Center
• Review of 2022 program performance and outcome data
• Discussion on presenting the Human Services Strategic Plan to the community
• Approval of January 9 and February 13, 2023 meeting summaries

The Commission approved the meeting summaries from January 9 and February 13, 2023. Members heard presentations from Brazilian Community Services and the Immigrant Women’s Community Center and reviewed 2022 program performance data.

• Approved January 9 and February 13, 2023 meeting summaries (Unanimous)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Redmond Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Local Road Safety Plan and the Routes to Rails campaign. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Review of Local Road Safety Plan
• Review of Routes to Rails campaign

Salary Commission

The Redmond Salary Commission is holding its first official meeting to organize itself: nominating a chair, reviewing a work plan, and setting the agenda for its March 23 meeting. The commission's purpose is being restated, and public comments are accepted in writing before the meeting.

• Nomination of Commission Chair
• Review of Work Plan
• Discussion of March 23 agenda and next steps
• Public comment period (written comments due by noon the day prior)

The Commission elected Karen Tennyson as Chair and outlined a work plan to determine Council salaries by May 4. Members requested various economic and salary data points to review at the next meeting.

• Elected Karen Tennyson as Commission Chair
• Requested data on living wages, rent, and comparable city salaries for March 23 meeting
• Recommended inviting Council members to the April 6 meeting

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of February minutes, and votes on several motions: commission elections, a Public Art Intensive Cohort, Downtown Art Walk calls, a Micro Grant application, and a Rainbow Crosswalk Art Call. The meeting is open to the public in person or by phone.

• Commission Elections
• Public Art Intensive Cohort (Motion to Approve)
• Downtown Art Walk Calls (Motion to Approve)
• Micro Grant Application (Motion to Approve)
• Rainbow Crosswalk Art Call (Motion to Approve)

The Commission approved the Micro Grant application and the Rainbow Crosswalk Art Call. It also approved all applicants for the Public Art Intensive Eastside and the Downtown Art Walk calls. Additionally, the Commission voted to renew the current Chair and Vice Chair for a second term.

• Approved February 2023 minutes
• Approved second terms for Chair Cari Scotkin and Vice Chair Anna Zanella
• Approved all applicants for Public Art Intensive Eastside
• Approved Downtown Art Walk Art Calls
• Approved Micro Grant application
• Approved Rainbow Crosswalk Art Call

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held study sessions regarding affordable housing zoning amendments and the Redmond 2050 Complete Neighborhoods initiative. No substantive actions or decisions were taken on these items. The commission approved the meeting agenda and the February 22, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Redmond Zoning Code Text Amendments: Affordable Housing: No action taken
• Redmond 2050 – Complete Neighborhoods: No action taken

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive a marketing update from Bullseye Creative, and continue discussing how to allocate lodging tax funds, including reviewing 2022 revenues and the current fund balance.

• Approval of February 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Bullseye Creative – Experience Redmond marketing update
• Discussion of 2022 Lodging Tax revenues
• Review of current end-fund balance
• Local research recap

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved three recommendations regarding fund management and budgeting. The committee also reviewed 2022 revenues, which totaled approximately $487,739.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended shifting lodging tax budgeting to the City's biennium line-item process starting in 2025 (5-0)
• Recommended maintaining a target end-fund balance equal to or greater than average annual revenues (5-0)
• Recommended seeking alternative funding for City signature events and cultural arts outside the lodging tax fund (5-0)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Redmond Parks & Trails Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair at this meeting. Commissioners will also receive an overview of the land acquisition process and vote on a location for National Trails Day. The meeting includes discussion of the PARCC Plan update and staff updates on the Redmond Senior & Community Center delay and a pop-up dog park.

• Election of new Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Acquisitions Overview presentation on land acquisition process
• Vote on location for National Trails Day work party
• PARCC Plan update review and timeline discussion
• Redmond Senior & Community Center opening delayed to May 2024 due to supply chain issue

The Commission unanimously selected the upper portion of Northeast 172nd for the June 3, 2023, National Trails Day event. Members also elected a new Chair and Vice Chair and prioritized near-term projects for the PARCC Plan.

• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes with date correction (7-0)
• Elected Jim Kleppe as Chair
• Elected Ella Elman as Vice Chair
• Adopted upper portion of Northeast 172nd for 2023 National Trails Day

Library Board

The Redmond Library Board of Trustees is meeting to receive updates from the regional manager and library staff, including a guest presentation from the teen librarian, and to discuss programs and services. The board will also consider providing information for the city newsletter.

• Guest speaker: Duke (Teen Librarian)
• Regional Manager update
• Programs & Services discussion
• Information for City Newsletter

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items, including reimbursement claims for retired fire and police department members' Medicare premiums and other expenses. They will also discuss an updated Long Term Care rate for 2023, which increased from $209 to $236 per day. The meeting is open to the public via Teams or in person.

• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2023
• Reimbursement of $7,050.90 for retired firefighter Medicare and assisted living costs
• Reimbursement of $484.30 for retired firefighter Medicare Part B premiums (March-May 2023)
• Reimbursement of $670.90 for retired police Medicare Part A & B premiums
• Reimbursement of $154.98 for retired police vision hardware

The board approved the February 1, 2023, meeting minutes and four reimbursement claims for retired fire and police personnel. The board also directed staff to research policy language regarding retroactive adjustments for updated long-term care rates.

• Approved February 1, 2023, minutes (4-0)
• Approved $7,050.90 reimbursement for retired fire department Medicare premiums and assisted living (4-0)
• Approved $484.30 reimbursement for retired fire department Medicare premiums (4-0)
• Approved $670.90 reimbursement for retired police department Medicare premiums (4-0)
• Approved $154.98 reimbursement for retired police department vision hardware (4-0)
• Instructed staff to research other boards' policies on retroactive long-term care rate adjustments

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board is holding a special hybrid meeting to review three development applications: a commercial building, a mixed-use building, and a pre-application for a mixed-use project. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes staff memos and applicant presentations for each project.

• LAND-2022-00071: Two-story commercial building with ground-floor retail and office at 8412 164th Ave NE
• LAND-2023-00006: 8-story mixed-use building with 230 apartments, ground-floor commercial, and 3 live-work units at 2120 152nd Ave NE
• LAND-2022-00002: 6-story mixed-use building with 48 residential units and 53 parking stalls at 15815 Bear Creek Parkway
• Approval of minutes from November 3, 2022, November 17, 2022, December 1, 2022, and January 12, 2023

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and study session on proposed zoning code text amendments related to affordable housing. The commission will also receive briefings on the Redmond 2050 Overlake regulations and a monthly update on Redmond 2050 activities. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda, minutes, and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Redmond Zoning Code text amendments for affordable housing
• Briefing on progress drafting Overlake regulations for Redmond 2050
• Briefing on Redmond 2050 monthly update, including 2023 Community Conversations
• Approval of February 8, 2023 meeting summary

The Commission held a public hearing and study session regarding proposed zoning code text amendments for affordable housing. Staff also provided briefings on Redmond 2050 Overlake regulations and general project updates. No substantive votes were taken on the zoning or regulation proposals.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 08, 2023 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for verbal testimony on affordable housing zoning amendments
• Tabled action on Overlake regulations (discussion only)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive general updates, review fund performance, and continue discussions on fund allocations. Public comments must be submitted by email in advance.

• Approval of November 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Tourism Promotion Area (TPA) update
• Experience Redmond website updates
• Fund performance overview
• Fund allocation discussion (continued)

The committee approved the November 7, 2022 meeting minutes and reviewed a 2022 fund performance that exceeded expectations. Members discussed fund allocations and requested a follow-up meeting to develop a budgeting policy recommendation for the City Council.

• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Requested follow-up meeting in 3-4 weeks to determine budgeting policy recommendation for City Council
• Requested Experience Redmond DMO attend next meeting to review marketing strategy and results

Human Services Commission

The Redmond Human Services Commission will hear presentations from Bighug-KARC, Kin On Health Care Center, and Immigrant Women's Community Center. Commissioners will also discuss the existing funding formula and consider changes to the out-of-cycle funding policy.

• Agency presentations: Bighug-KARC, Kin On Health Care Center, Immigrant Women's Community Center
• Review of Out of Cycle Funding policy and fund balance discussion
• Begin discussion of the human services funding formula

The commission heard presentations from BigHug-KARC and Kin On Health Care Center. No formal votes were taken as the approval of the January 9 meeting summary and the funding formula were postponed.

• Postponed approval of January 9, 2023 meeting summary
• Postponed funding formula discussion to next meeting
• Requested staff identify missed opportunities from last funding cycle and review approval thresholds for fund balances

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission meets to approve the January minutes and a work plan, and to hear updates on several arts initiatives. New business includes an introduction from TEAD, a PARCC plan update, and discussions on the Downtown Redmond Art Walk, a Rainbow Cross Walk, and Micro Grants. The meeting is largely informational and discussion-focused, with one formal motion to approve the work plan.

• Motion to approve the 2023 Work Plan
• TEAD introduction by founder Ariel Gliboff
• Downtown Redmond Art Walk discussion
• Rainbow Cross Walk discussion
• Micro Grants discussion led by Nicole McDonald

The commission unanimously approved the 2023 Work Plan, which includes projects such as the Poet Laureate Program and the Rainbow Crosswalk. Members also reviewed updates to the PARCC plan and discussed the creation of a subcommittee for a Downtown Redmond Art Walk.

• Approved January 2023 minutes
• Approved 2023 Work Plan (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is holding a briefing on the updated Transportation Master Plan and a study session on zoning code amendments related to affordable housing. Both items are for discussion only, with no action scheduled. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and public comment opportunities.

• Transportation Master Plan briefing with presentation by staff
• Zoning Code text amendments for affordable housing, including Technical Committee Report and Issues Matrix
• Public comment period for non-hearing items, limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Planning Commission received staff briefings on the updated Transportation Master Plan and proposed Zoning Code text amendments for affordable housing. No substantive actions or decisions were taken on these items.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting summary (unanimous)

Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed the 2023-2024 operating budget and discussed priorities for the year's work plan. Staff provided updates on the Energy Smart Eastside heat pump program and the 2023 Climate Action Challenge. No formal votes were recorded.

• Discussed 2023-2024 budget priorities including Climate and Energy ($550K) and Waste and Recycling ($175K)
• Tabled high-level work plan for discussion at the March meeting
• Noted vacancy for Vice-Chair position after Rheya stepped down
• Reviewed Energy Smart Eastside incentives: $2,000 market rate incentive and full cost coverage for income-qualified members

Parks & Trails Commission

The Redmond Parks & Trails Commission will discuss the PARCC Plan update (Chapter 3) and hold a listening session on 2023 events. They will also receive staff updates on the Senior and Community Center, commission recruitment, and National Trails Day. The meeting includes approval of the February agenda and January 2023 minutes.

• Redmond Events Listening Session for 2023 (discussion)
• PARCC Plan Review – Chapter 3 (discussion)
• Parks and Trails Commission Elections reminder (March 2023)
• Staff updates: Ombuds Report, Senior and Community Center, commission recruitment, National Trails Day
• Commission retreat topics and potential dates discussion

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members provided feedback on Derby Days and Redmond Lights events and reviewed Chapter 3 of the PARCC plan update.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board meeting for February 2, 2023, did not proceed because a quorum was not met. The sole agenda item, a design review for a new commercial building in Downtown Redmond, was moved to a special meeting on February 23, 2023. No decisions were made at this meeting.

• LAND-2022-00071, SFT Redmond Commercial Building: two-story single tenant building with ground floor retail and office above, at 8412 164th Ave NE
• Project moved to February 23 Special Meeting due to lack of quorum
• Minutes from November 3, November 17, and December 1, 2022, were on the agenda for approval but not acted upon

Library Board

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Redmond Disability Board

The Disability Board approved the January 4, 2022 meeting minutes. The board also approved six claims for Medicare premiums and assisted living reimbursements for retired fire and police department personnel.

• Approved January 4, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved $6,921.90 reimbursement for retired fire department Medicare premiums and assisted living
• Approved $489.50 reimbursement for retired fire department Medicare Part B premiums
• Approved $320.20 reimbursement for retired fire department Medicare Part B premiums
• Approved $670.90 reimbursement for retired police department Medicare Part A & B premiums
• Approved $2,041.20 reimbursement for retired police department Medicare Part B premiums
• Approved $510.30 reimbursement for retired police department Medicare Part B premiums

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission is meeting to receive staff briefings on two topics: a package of Zoning Code text amendments related to affordable housing, and a monthly update on the Redmond 2050 planning activities. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of briefings, public comment, and routine approvals of prior meeting minutes.

• Briefing on Redmond Zoning Code Text Amendments: Affordable Housing (staff: Ian Lefcourte)
• Briefing on Redmond 2050 Monthly Update, including Q4 2022 Community Involvement Summary (staff: Jeff Churchill)
• Public comment period for non-hearing items (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of January 11, 2023 meeting summary

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the January 11, 2023, meeting summary. No substantive actions were taken regarding affordable housing zoning or the Redmond 2050 update, as those items were for discussion only.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2023, meeting summary (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Redmond Civil Service Commission will meet to elect a chairperson for January 2023, receive a police department update, and consider approval of eligibility lists for lateral police officers and police support services specialists. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Elect Chairperson January 2023 per Rule 2.10
• Police Department Update (information only)
• Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List (motion)
• Police Support Services Specialist Eligibility List (motion)
• Approval of December 14, 2022 minutes

The Civil Service Commission approved the Lateral Police and Police Support Services Specialist eligibility lists. The commission also appointed Commissioner Smith as chairperson. Staff provided personnel updates for the Fire and Police departments.

• Amended December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (Passed)
• Appointed Commissioner Smith as chairperson (Passed)
• Approved Lateral Police Eligibility List (Passed)
• Approved Police Support Services Specialist Eligibility List (Passed)

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board is holding a special meeting to review a sign program and two pre-applications for large developments. The board will consider a proposed six-story mixed-use building with retail and housing on Cleveland Street, and a 416-unit residential project in the Overlake area. The meeting also includes approval of the October 20, 2022 minutes.

• LAND-2022-00310: Sign program for Together Center/Polaris at 16255 NE 87th Street
• LAND-2022-00282: Six-story mixed-use building with ~110 residential units, ~4,000 sq ft retail, 77 parking spaces at 16701 Cleveland Street
• LAND-2022-00272: Demolition and construction of 416-unit multi-family building at 12260 152nd Ave NE/2233 NE Bel-Red Rd
• Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board unanimously approved a sign program for the Together Center/Polaris. Two mixed-use residential projects were reviewed at the pre-application stage, with the Board providing feedback on massing, pedestrian experience, and materiality.

• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved LAND-2022-00310 Together Center/Polaris Sign Program (unanimous)

Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)

The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of December minutes, and several new business items. The commission will consider motions to approve the Public Art Intensive Call and Operational Grants, and discuss the Salmon Mural, Redmond Signature Events, Micro Grants, and the Work Plan Introduction. A staff report and commission updates are also scheduled.

• Motion to approve Public Art Intensive Call
• Motion to approve Operational Grants
• Discussion of Salmon Mural
• Discussion of Redmond Signature Events
• Discussion of Micro Grants

The Arts and Culture Commission approved the Public Art Intensive Eastside Artist Call and the Operating Grant Awardees. The commission also received presentations regarding the Save Our Salmon Mural and Redmond Signature Events.

• Approved December 2022 minutes
• Approved Public Art Intensive Eastside Artist Call
• Approved Operating Grant Awardees

Planning Commission

The Redmond Planning Commission will review and vote on its report to the City Council regarding proposed Zoning Code text amendments for the Town Center (TWNC) zoning district. The Commission will also hear an introduction to the Redmond 2050 community design framework and seek input on the approach. The meeting includes public comment periods and routine approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Vote on Planning Commission report to City Council on Town Center (TWNC) zoning code text amendments
• Introduction to Redmond 2050 community design framework for future community look and feel
• Public comment opportunity on non-hearing items (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Approval of December 7th meeting summary

The Planning Commission approved a report for the City Council regarding proposed Zoning Code text amendments for the Town Center (TWNC) zoning district. The commission also reviewed a framework for community design as part of Redmond 2050, though no action was taken on that item.

• Approved report to City Council on Town Center (TWNC) zoning code text amendments (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 7 meeting summary (unanimous)

Human Services Commission

The Redmond Human Services Commission will discuss and determine how to expend the balance of Council-awarded 2023-24 funds, continue building the 2023 work plan, and elect new leadership. The meeting also includes a diversity, equity, and inclusion discussion.

• Discuss and determine how to expend the balance of Council awarded 2023-24 funds
• Continue building the 2023 commission work plan
• Nominate and elect new 2023 chair and vice chair
• Watch a video and discuss commission's role in fostering welcoming and inclusive community

The Commission approved using unspent 2023-24 and 2021-22 funds to fully fund four recommended programs. The body also elected its 2023 leadership and reviewed a draft work plan focused on agency learning and equity training.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting summary (unanimous)
• Elected Rachid as 2023 Commission Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Kathleen as 2023 Commission Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved $10,400 for Crisis Connections - Crisis Line (unanimous)
• Approved $33,000 for Hopelink – Employment (unanimous)
• Approved $23,700 for Hopelink - Family Development (unanimous)
• Approved $23,000 for NAMI Eastside - Mental Health Education & Support Programs (unanimous)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Redmond Parks & Trails Commission will vote on its 2023 work plan and discuss the PARCC (Park, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation) Plan update, including timeline and project list. The meeting also includes park operations updates, commission elections, and staff reports on budget and rules of procedure.

• Approval of 2023 Parks and Trails Commission Work Plan
• Discussion of PARCC Plan update with timeline and project list
• Park Operations Update from Deputy Director Dave Tuchek
• Parks and Trails Commission Elections
• Budget update and rules of procedure reminders for 2023

The Commission approved the 2023 Parks and Trails Commission Work Plan. Members also received updates on the 2023-2024 operating budget and the timeline for the PARCC Plan update.

• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes with amendments (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Parks and Trails Commission Work Plan (8-0)

Design Review Board

The Redmond Design Review Board will meet to approve minutes and review three development proposals. They will consider a sign program for the Together Center/Polaris, a pre-application for a six-story mixed-use building on Cleveland Street, and a pre-application for the Modera Bel-Red project, which includes demolishing existing structures and constructing a 416-unit residential building.

• LAND-2022-00310: Sign program for Together Center/Polaris at 16255 NE 87th Street
• LAND-2022-00282: Pre-application for 6-story mixed-use building at 16701 Cleveland Street (110 residential units, 4,000 sq ft retail, 77 parking spaces)
• LAND-2022-00272: Pre-application for Modera Bel-Red at 12260 152nd Ave NE/2233 NE Bel-Red Rd (416-unit multi-family residential)
• Approval of October 20, 2022 minutes

Library Board

This appears to be a routine meeting agenda with only procedural or placeholder items. No substantive decisions, contracts, or public hearings are identifiable from the provided text.

Redmond Disability Board

The Redmond Disability Board is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes the minutes from December 7, 2022, and a series of reimbursement claims for retired fire and police department members. These claims cover Medicare Part A and B premiums and vision-related expenses for various periods in 2022 and 2023. The meeting is largely procedural, with no new business or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2022
• Reimbursement of $6,675.10 for a retired firefighter's Medicare Part A & B and assisted living
• Reimbursement of $2,365.18 for a retired police officer's Medicare Part B and vision costs
• Multiple Medicare Part B premium reimbursements for retired fire and police personnel
• Public comments accepted until 12:00 PM on January 4, 2023

The Disability Board approved the December 7, 2022 meeting minutes. The board also approved 13 claims for Medicare premiums, vision hardware, and assisted living reimbursements for retired fire and police department personnel.

• Approved December 7, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Approved 13 medical and Medicare reimbursement claims for retired fire and police personnel (3-0)