Redmond public meetings in 2025
107 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will approve the agenda and the December 3, 2025 meeting minutes, then hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use and Zoning Map for the 6900 188th Ave NE property. Afterwards, the commission will conduct a study session on the Transportation Master Plan and may vote on a recommendation to the City Council. The meeting also includes public comments on non‑hearing items and staff and commissioner updates.
- Public hearing on land use and zoning map amendments for 6900 188th Ave NE (60 min)
- Study session on Transportation Master Plan update, possible vote on recommendation to City Council (45 min)
- Approval of agenda (2 min)
- Approval of December 3, 2025 meeting minutes (3 min)
- Public comments on items not subject to a hearing (5 min)
The commission approved its agenda and the December 3, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to amend the Transportation Master Plan recommendation by adding a bullet point for clearer public‑education language was adopted with five votes in favor and one abstention. No vote was taken on the 6900‑188th Avenue rezoning proposal; the matter was left for future consideration.
- Approved agenda (motion passed)
- Approved December 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Amended Transportation Master Plan recommendation to add bullet point (5 yays, 1 abstention)
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will consider updates from the fire and police departments. It will vote on eligibility lists for entry‑level firefighters and several categories of police officers. The commission will also vote on a proposed selection process for the Deputy Fire Chief and on revised civil‑service rules.
- Fire Department update (information only)
- Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List motion
- Deputy Fire Chief Proposed Selection Process motion
- Police Department update (information only)
- Revised Civil Service Rules motion
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. It approved the entry‑level firefighter eligibility list, the deputy fire chief selection process, and three police officer eligibility lists. The commission also adopted revised civil service rules. All motions passed.
- Approved minutes from 11/19/2025 meeting
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List
- Approved Deputy Fire Chief Proposed Selection Process
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
- Approved Exceptional Police Officer Eligibility List
- Approved Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
- Approved revised Civil Service Rules
- Adjourned meeting
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss tourism updates, and review draft rules and procedures.
- Approval of August 26 meeting minutes
- Experience Redmond Update
- World Cup Update
- Rules and Procedures DRAFT
- Tourism Grants Update
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee unanimously approved the meeting minutes from the August 26 session (4‑0). The committee also adopted the drafted Rules and Procedures presented by staff, passing the motion with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken before adjournment.
- Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
- Adopted drafted Rules and Procedures (4-0)
Human Services Commission
The Redmond Human Services Commission will review program performance, discuss the 2026 work plan, and vote on setting aside funds for East King County homeless housing and shelter programs.
- Quarterly update on fund balance and program performance
- Emergency funding request for Immigrant Women’s Community Center
- Vote on proposed fund set aside for Housing/Homelessness Programs
- Discussion of 2026 Work Plan and leadership nominations
- Review of meeting schedule and application review priorities
The commission approved a $10,000 emergency funding request for the Immigrant Women’s Community Center. It also voted to set aside additional funds for housing and homelessness programs. The meeting summaries from October and November were approved by universal acclamation.
- Approved $10K emergency funding for Immigrant Women’s Community Center
- Approved setting aside funds for housing and homelessness programs
- Approved meeting summaries by universal acclamation
Parks & Trails Commission
The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the recreation program plan, the draft Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list, an ADA playground, and new calisthenics equipment. Commissioners will also hear reports on signage and wayfinding, outdoor programming, and upcoming community events. The meeting includes public comment time and a discussion of next steps for the ERC and the draft CIP list.
- Recreation Program Plan Update
- Draft Capital Improvement Project (CIP) List Update
- ADA Playground Public Comment Update
- Calisthenics Equipment Update
- Signage and Wayfinding Subcommittee Update
The commission voted to approve the December 4, 2025 meeting agenda. It also approved the November 2025 minutes after correcting sections II, IV.b, and IV.f. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.
- Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
- Approved corrected November 2025 minutes (motion passed)
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review regional manager updates on library statistics and services. The board will also discuss written public comment from October 1, 2025, and a proposal from Board Member Halabe.
- Review of programs, services, and library statistics
- Discussion of written public comment from October 1, 2025
- Update on Board Member Halabe’s proposal
Planning Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing on the Transportation Master Plan and continue a study session on its issues matrix. Staff will brief the board on the cumulative effects of the 2025‑26 Annual Docket amendments to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. A briefing on the 2026 Code Amendment series will also be presented. The meeting includes routine updates and public comment.
- Transportation Master Plan public hearing and study session (issues matrix)
- Analysis of cumulative effects of 2025‑26 Annual Docket amendments to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan
- Briefing on the 2026 Code Amendment series
- Staff & Commissioner updates (discussion only, no action)
- Items from the audience – public comment (no action)
The Redmond Planning Commission approved its meeting agenda and the November 19, 2025 meeting summary. No substantive approvals, denials, or policy changes were decided during the session. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved agenda (motion passed)
- Approved November 19, 2025 meeting summary unanimously
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a study session to review proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map and Zoning Map for the 6900 188th Ave parcel. It will also hold a study session on the Transportation Master Plan, reviewing the draft plan and an issues matrix before a Dec. 3 public hearing. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and a public comment period for items not on the formal agenda.
- Land Use and Zoning Map Amendments – 6900 188th Ave – study session (30 min)
- Transportation Master Plan (TMP) Update – study session (60 min)
- Approval of the agenda (2 min)
- Approval of the Oct. 22, 2025 meeting summary and minutes (3 min)
- Public comment on items not subject to a public hearing (5 min)
The Redmond Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes. No actions were taken on the land‑use map amendments or the Transportation Master Plan; study sessions were scheduled for later dates. The commission then adjourned the meeting unanimously.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved eligibility lists for several fire and police positions, including entry‑level and supervisory roles. It also approved the proposed selection processes for the Assistant Fire Marshal and a supplemental Department Administrative Coordinator. The commission agreed to move forward with recommended education‑requirement rule changes, with a public posting to be issued for ten business days.
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Emergency Preparedness Manager Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Deputy Chief Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Assistant Fire Marshal Proposed Selection Process (motion passed)
- Approved Department Administrative Coordinator (Supplemental) Proposed Selection Process (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Lateral Level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Agreed to proceed with proposed civil service education rule changes and issue public posting (motion passed)
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will conduct a roll call, allow public comment during the Redmond City Council meeting, and then adjourn. No policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda.
- Roll call of board members
- Public comment during the Redmond City Council meeting
- Adjournment
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will discuss the Overlake Commons project and the Public Art Master Plan. The body is seeking approval for the 2026 rotating artists for the Redmond Senior & Community Center and a motion to cancel the December meeting.
- Motion to approve 69 regional artists for 2026 rotating exhibits at the Redmond Senior & Community Center
- Update on the recommendation to rebuild the Old Fire House Teen Center at its current location
- Review of Overlake Commons art designs including an entry plaza sculpture and a seasonal stormwater feature
- Public Art Master Plan updates
- Motion to cancel the December meeting
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission will review a triannual Community Needs Assessment presented by Hopelink CEO Meghan Altimore. Members will also discuss potential fund set-asides for homeless housing and shelter programs in East King County.
- Presentation of triannual Community Needs Assessment by Hopelink CEO Meghan Altimore
- Discussion on setting aside funds for East King County homeless housing/shelter programs
- Rapid Response Funding update
- Succession planning for chair and vice chair roles
The commission postponed the October 13, 2025 meeting because a quorum was not present. It approved rapid response funding awards totaling $250,000 to seven organizations serving immigrant, refugee, and asylum‑seeking residents. Commissioners asked staff to make minor edits to the draft homelessness‑fund set‑aside and to circulate it for approval in December.
- Postponed October 13, 2025 meeting due to lack of quorum
- Approved $250,000 rapid response funding to seven groups:
- ‑ $50,000 to 4 Tomorrow for coordination and emergency supplies
- ‑ $25,000 to Africans on the Eastside for basic needs and interpreter stipends
- ‑ $50,000 to Centro Cultural Mexicano for rental assistance and outreach
- ‑ $18,450 to Communities in Schools Greater King County for home visits
- ‑ $37,050 to Indian American Community Services for legal clinics
- ‑ $44,500 to Renewal Food Bank for food purchases
Parks & Trails Commission
The Redmond Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will review staff and subcommittee updates, consider a lighting ordinance, and address scheduling, a commissioner retreat, and other commission business. The meeting also includes public comment time and introductions of a new commissioner.
- Discussion of a lighting ordinance
- Mayor’s World Cup Ambassadors presentation
- Scheduling of January and June commission meetings
- Planning for a commissioner retreat
- Recommendation on the Old Fire House Teen Center
The commission approved the November 6, 2025 meeting agenda. Members agreed to reschedule the Jan 1, 2026 meeting to Jan 8, 2026. They also decided to hold an off‑site meeting at Farrel McWhirter Park, possibly in June 2026.
- Agenda for Nov 6, 2025 approved (motion passed)
- Rescheduled Jan 1, 2026 meeting to Jan 8, 2026 (agreement)
- Approved off‑site meeting at Farrel McWhirter Park, possibly June 2026
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will review regional manager updates on programs, services, and statistics. Members will discuss written public comments from October 1 and coordinate attendance for a November 18 Council meeting.
- Approval of October 1, 2025 minutes
- Regional Manager update on programs, services, and library statistics
- Discussion of written public comment from October 1, 2025
- Coordination for November 18 Council meeting public comment
Redmond Disability Board
The board is meeting to approve minutes from October 1, 2025, and review several reimbursement claims. These claims cover medical supplies, nursing home care, and Medicare premiums for retired police and fire department personnel.
- Nursing home care reimbursement: $12,060.00
- Medical supplies reimbursement: $540.70
- Medicare Part B premiums and vision hardware reimbursement: $820.96
- Medicare Part A & B premiums reimbursement: $703.00
- Medicare Part B premiums for retired fire department: $961.80 and $610.50
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will review the Capital Facilities Plan 2050 for General Government and may vote on a recommendation to the City Council. It will also receive an update on the Transportation Master Plan, including transportation demand management and facilities plan elements. Public comment will be accepted on items not covered by a formal hearing. No actions are scheduled for staff and commissioner updates.
- Capital Facilities Plan 2050 – General Government study session (potential recommendation to City Council)
- Transportation Master Plan update – study session (review of GMA requirements, TDM strategies, Transportation Facilities Plan)
- Public comments on non‑hearing items (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- Approval of agenda and meeting minutes
- Staff & commissioner updates (discussion only)
The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the October 8, 2025 minutes. It unanimously adopted a recommendation to approve the Capital Facilities Plan 2050 and approved the accompanying report. No actions were taken on the Transportation Master Plan update or audience items. The meeting was adjourned.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Capital Facilities Plan 2050 and approved report (unanimous)
- No action on audience items (discussion only)
- No action on Transportation Master Plan update (discussion only)
- No action on staff & commissioner updates (discussion only)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will consider motions to approve eligibility lists for several fire, police and public safety roles, including lateral firefighter/paramedic positions, entry‑level police officer, and behavioral health professional. The meeting also includes informational updates from the Fire Department and Police Department. Old business will review civil service rule updates on education requirements and candidate notifications. All listed motions are pending commission votes.
- Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic (Traditional) eligibility list motion
- Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic (Accelerated) eligibility list motion
- Entry-Level Police Officer eligibility list motion
- Exceptional Police Officer eligibility list motion
- Behavioral Health Professional eligibility list motion
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. It also approved the proposed selection processes for both traditional and accelerated lateral firefighter/paramedic positions. In addition, the commission approved multiple eligibility lists for police and public safety roles, as well as a behavioral health professional list. The meeting was adjourned at 5:03 pm.
- Approved minutes of 09/17/2025 meeting
- Approved Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic (Traditional) selection process
- Approved Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic (Accelerated) selection process
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
- Approved Exceptional Police Officer eligibility list
- Approved Lateral Public Safety Communications Manager eligibility list
- Approved Behavioral Health Professional eligibility list
- Approved Police Support Services Specialist eligibility list
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission will discuss potentially setting aside funds for homeless housing and shelter programs in East King County. The body will also receive updates on a rapid response fund and a biannual human services needs update for Bellevue.
- Discussion on funding set aside for East King County homeless housing/shelter programs
- Staff update on Council funding for a rapid response fund regarding federal policy changes
- Review of the Bellevue Human Services Needs biannual update
- Update and revisit of group norms for the next funding cycle
The Human Services Commission approved the September 8, 2025 meeting summary by acclamation. No other formal actions, votes, or approvals were recorded; the remaining agenda items were informational updates and discussion topics.
- Approved September 8, 2025 meeting summary (acclamation)
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Old Fire House Teen Center and the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan. The body will consider a motion to approve the 2026 Operational Support Grant call for local non-profits.
- Proposed 2026 Operational Support Grant providing up to $3,500 to eligible Redmond non-profits
- Update on Old Fire House Teen Center renovation or rebuild status
- Progress update on the 2025-2030 Environmental Sustainability Action Plan refresh
- Recap of the Downtown Redmond Art Walk
- Recap of the joint meeting with City Council
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and study session on the Capital Facilities Plan 2050 – General Government, which will be adopted by reference into the Capital Facilities chapter of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, approval of the September 24, 2025 meeting summary and minutes, and a public comment period for non‑hearing topics. Staff and commissioner updates will be discussed with no action taken.
- Public hearing and study session on Capital Facilities Plan 2050 – General Government
- Approval of the agenda
- Approval of the September 24, 2025 meeting summary and minutes
- Public comments from the audience on items not subject to a hearing
- Staff and commissioner updates (discussion only, no action)
The Redmond Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the Capital Facilities Plan 2050 to the October 22, 2025 meeting unless concluded earlier. During the study session, commissioners closed several issues in the Issues Matrix, discussed adding extreme heat and climate vulnerability language to the plan, and left some issues open pending further review. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the September 24, 2025 meeting summary.
- Continued Capital Facilities Plan 2050 public hearing to Oct 22, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved September 24, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
- Closed Issues 4-7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 17 in Issues Matrix
- Left Issue 8 open pending language on extreme heat
- Left Issue 10 open pending wording on resilient materials
- Left Issue 12 open until Commissioner Coleman present
- Created Issue 10A on climate vulnerability assessments
Parks & Trails Commission
The Commission will receive updates on the Old Fire House Teen Center, the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan, and the Recreation Program Plan. Members will also discuss grants, a calisthenics park, and a bird migration documentary.
- Old Fire House Teen Center update
- Environmental Sustainability Action Plan update
- Signage and Wayfinding Subcommittee update
- Recreation Program Plan update
- CIP Project updates
The commission approved the October 2, 2025 meeting agenda and accepted the September 2025 meeting minutes as written. Commissioners also agreed to change the regular meeting start time to 6:00 PM, effective at the next meeting on November 6, 2025. No other actions were decided during this session.
- Approved October 2, 2025 meeting agenda (motion passed)
- Approved September 2025 meeting minutes as written
- Changed regular meeting start time to 6:00 PM starting Nov 6, 2025
Library Board
The Library Board will approve the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes, receive a regional manager update on programs, services, library statistics, and teen services, and allow board members time for discussion.
- Approval of September 3, 2025 minutes
- Regional manager update on programs and services
- Review of library statistics
- Teen services update
- Board member talk time
Redmond Disability Board
The Redmond Disability Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of several reimbursement claims for retired police department members. The claims total $1,311.13 for medical supplies, $12,060.00 for 31 days of nursing home care, and multiple Medicare Part A and B premium reimbursements ranging from $185.00 to $703.00. In new business, the board will discuss a hearing aid claim that exceeds the $6,000 maximum.
- Approve $1,311.13 medical supplies claim for Disability Retired Police
- Approve $12,060.00 nursing home care claim for Disability Retired Police (31 days)
- Approve $555.00 Medicare Part B premiums (July‑Sept 2025) for Service Retired Police (two identical entries)
- Approve $703.00 Medicare Part A & B premium for October 2025 for Service Retired Police
- Discuss hearing aid claim exceeding $6,000 limit for Disability Retired Police
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will hear a staff presentation on the draft 2025 Environmental Sustainability Action Plan, including community feedback and proposed strategies. Members will discuss any missing actions, how to better align the plan with feedback, and whether to prepare a letter to accompany the draft. The meeting will also set a date for an October session to continue work on the plan. Staff will provide updates on open seats on the committee and a city food‑drive event.
- Staff presentation of draft 2025 ESAP strategies and actions
- Discussion on gaps and alignment with community feedback
- Consideration of a letter to include with the draft plan
- Scheduling of an October meeting (possible dates: Oct 22 or Oct 23)
- Announcement of open ESAC seats (Youth and Developer) and food‑drive volunteer opportunity
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Capital Facilities Plan 2050 – General Government, which will be adopted by reference into the Capital Facilities chapter of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The session is a preparatory step for a public hearing scheduled for October 8. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, approval of the August 27, 2025 meeting summary and minutes, and a public comment period for items not on a formal hearing.
- Study session on Capital Facilities Plan 2050 – General Government (adoption by reference)
- Approval of the agenda (2 minutes)
- Approval of the August 27, 2025 meeting summary and minutes (3 minutes)
- Public comment period for non‑hearing items (5 minutes)
- Staff and commissioner updates (discussion only, no action)
The Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the August 27, 2025 meeting summary. No actions were taken on the Capital Facilities Plan 2050 – General Government or the staff and commissioner updates, which were discussed only.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved August 27, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
- No action on Capital Facilities Plan 2050 – General Government (discussion only)
- No action on Staff & Commissioner Updates (discussion only)
Salary Commission
The Redmond Salary Commission will review the 2024 Salary Commission decision and provide updates on upcoming 2026 salary changes, including a cost‑of‑living adjustment and pay‑plan revisions. It will adopt the regular meeting schedule for 2026 and consider commissioner terms expiring in September 2026 along with a recruitment plan. The commission will also address data request processes and accept public comments.
- Review of the 2024 Salary Commission Decision
- Discussion of 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and pay plan changes
- Consideration of commissioner terms expiring September 2026 and recruitment plan
- Adoption of 2026 regular meeting schedule (March 19, April 2, April 16, 2026)
- Data request summary and solicitation for additional data in March 2026
The commission approved the regular 2026 meeting schedule—March 19, April 2 and April 16—at City Hall at 6:30 p.m. each. The motion was made by Commissioner Cline, seconded by Commissioner Tomac, and all members approved (Marguerite gave verbal approval after a brief absence). Commissioners also voted to retain the existing public‑comment process for upcoming meetings. They directed staff to provide updated 2024 salary data, the mayor’s pay history, and comparative information on other cities’ salary commissions.
- Approved 2026 meeting dates (Mar 19, Apr 2, Apr 16) and City Hall location at 6:30 p.m. (motion passed)
- Retained existing public‑comment process for future meetings
- Requested updated 2024 salary data, mayor’s pay history, and comparative city salary‑commission information
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will vote on eligibility lists for multiple positions within the police and fire departments. The meeting also includes updates from both departments and an appeal regarding an entry-level firefighter.
- Entry-Level Firefighter appeal
- Eligibility lists for Police Sergeant, Exceptional Police Officer, and Entry-Level Police Officer
- Eligibility lists for Battalion Chief and Driver/Engineer
- Eligibility lists for Public Safety Communications Manager and Lateral Communicator
- Eligibility lists for Parking Program Manager and Police Support Services Specialist
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the August 20 meeting and a series of eligibility lists for emergency preparedness, fire, and police positions. An appeal regarding the Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List was heard and denied. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved 08/20/2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
- Approved Emergency Preparedness Manager Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Driver/Engineer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Battalion Chief Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Exceptional Level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Police Sergeant Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Denied appeal for Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List (appeal denied)
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will consider updates on the Old Fire House teen center and the city’s Environmental Sustainability Action Plan. Commissioners will hear a motion to approve privately developed public art and a separate motion to approve the 2025 Redmond Lights temporary public and video art installations. The meeting also includes a review of the upcoming joint meeting with City Council and regular commission discussion.
- Motion to approve privately developed public art
- Motion to approve 2025 Redmond Lights temporary public art and video art
- Update on Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (2025‑2030 refresh)
- Old Fire House Teen Center update
- Review of joint meeting format with City Council
Human Services Commission
The Redmond Human Services Commission will review a proposed fund set aside for housing and homelessness programs, hear a presentation on the city’s Environmental Sustainability Action Plan, and receive data from Communities Count on King County and Redmond. The meeting also includes public comment and updates from commissioners and staff.
- Proposed fund set aside for housing/homelessness programs (40 min discussion)
- Environmental Sustainability Action Plan presentation (15 min)
- Communities Count data presentation on King County, Eastside, and Redmond (45 min)
The Redmond Human Services Commission approved the summary of its August 11, 2025 meeting by acclamation. The commission also received staff presentations on the Communities Count data dashboard, the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan, a proposed fund set‑aside for housing and homelessness programs, and an update on the Rapid Response Fund RFP, but no votes or decisions were recorded on those items.
- Approved August 11, 2025 meeting summary (acclamation)
Parks & Trails Commission
The Commission will receive staff updates on several city projects, including the Old Fire House Teen Center and the Public Art Master Plan. The body will also discuss the TIS Park Amenities Mapping Project.
- Old Fire House Teen Center update
- Public Art Master Plan update
- Nancy McCormack Bosque dedication update
- SE Redmond Park update
- TIS Park Amenities Mapping Project discussion
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review regional manager updates on programs, services, and statistics. The meeting includes a discussion on a proposal from Board Member Aaron Halabe regarding the Redmond Imprint.
- Approval of June 4, 2025, and August 6, 2025, minutes
- Regional Manager update on programs, services, and library statistics
- Board Member Halabe’s Redmond Imprint Proposal
Redmond Disability Board
The Redmond Disability Board will meet on September 3, 2025, to approve minutes from the July 2 meeting and claims totaling $14,933.90 for Medicare premiums and nursing home care. The board will also review proposed policy language for uncovered services and a $2,000 nursing home deposit request.
- Approval of minutes from July 2, 2025 meeting
- Approval of claims totaling $14,933.90 for Medicare premiums and nursing home care
- Review proposed policy language for uncovered services and supplies
- Review request to cover $2,000 nursing home deposit
- Discussion of medication coordination and billing service setup
The Redmond Disability Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes from July 2, 2025 and six reimbursement claims, with a 4‑0 vote. The board also adopted new policy language for uncovered medical services and supplies costing over $500, voting 4‑0. Additionally, the board approved a $2,000 deposit for a nursing home coordination request, also by a 4‑0 vote.
- Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes and six reimbursement claims) – vote 4-0
- Approved new policy language for uncovered services over $500 – vote 4-0
- Approved $2,000 nursing home deposit request – vote 4-0
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a study session and potential vote on the 2025-2050 Redmond Fire Functional Plan. Members will also receive briefings on the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan Refresh and the General Government Facilities Plan.
- Vote on recommendation for the 2025-2050 Redmond Fire Functional Plan
- Briefing on the Environmental Sustainability Action (ESAP) Plan Refresh
- Introduction to the Redmond Capital Facilities Plan for General Government Facilities
The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It voted to recommend approval of the 2025‑2050 Redmond Fire Functional Plan and approved the accompanying report, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended adoption of 2025‑2050 Redmond Fire Functional Plan (unanimous)
- Approved fire plan report (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss funding recommendations for 2026 tourism grants. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the July 9 meeting.
- 2026 Tourism Grants LTAC Funding Recommendations
- Approval of July 9 meeting minutes
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee unanimously approved the meeting minutes. Members voted to accept the late Surf Cup application and to include it in the funding round, with a 4‑2 vote. Funding adjustments were made for several events, and the committee approved a total of $175,000 in tourism grants for City Council consideration.
- Approved meeting minutes (6‑0)
- Approved acceptance of late Surf Cup application (6‑0)
- Approved including Surf Cup in funding considerations (4‑2)
- Increased Young Professionals Theater grant to $5,000 (part of approved funding)
- Set Surf Cup grant at $17,000 (part of approved funding)
- Added $2,000 to Cinco de Mayo, $1,000 to Ananda Mela, $1,000 to VegFest (part of approved funding)
- Approved total $175,000 tourism grant recommendations for City Council (6‑0)
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from prior meetings and act on multiple eligibility lists for firefighter and police positions. The meeting will also receive updates from the Fire and Police Departments.
- Approve July 16, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes
- Approve July 28, 2025, Special Meeting Minutes
- Approve Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List
- Approve Exceptional Entry Firefighter Eligibility List
- Approve Entry-Level Police Officer Eligibility List
The commission approved the meeting minutes from the July 16 and July 28, 2025 meetings. It also approved several eligibility lists for fire and police positions, including entry‑level, lateral, and supervisory roles. The meeting was adjourned at 4:57 p.m.
- Approved minutes of 07/16/2025 meeting (motion passed)
- Approved minutes of 07/28/2025 meeting (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Lateral Firefighter Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Police Sergeant Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Property and Evidence Technician Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Adjourned meeting at 4:57 p.m. (motion passed)
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to approve a call for artists for 2026 exhibitions at the Redmond Senior & Community Center. The body will also consider the appointment of Nancy Mburu as the 2026/27 Poet Laureate.
- Motion to approve 2026 Rotating Artists Call for the Redmond Senior & Community Center
- Motion to approve Nancy Mburu as the 2026/27 Poet Laureate
- Review of joint meeting and staff report
- Discussion of 'Talk Time'
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and study session regarding the proposed 2025-50 Redmond Fire Functional Plan. The body may make a recommendation to the Council to adopt the plan into the Capital Facilities chapter of the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan.
- Public hearing on the 2025-50 Redmond Fire Functional Plan
The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda. It then unanimously approved the July 23, 2025 meeting summary. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn passed.
- Approved agenda (motion passed)
- Approved July 23, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
Human Services Commission
The Commission will hold a guest panel discussion regarding concerns of the Latino and Spanish-speaking community. The meeting also includes a tour of the Together Center campus and quarterly updates on fund balances and program performance.
- Guest panel discussion with Latinos Unidos, Centro Cultural Mexicano, and NAMI Eastside
- Tour and history of Together Center campus by CEO Kim Sarnecki
- Quarterly update on fund balance
- 2025 Second Quarter Program Performance update by Senior Planner Alaric Bien
The commission approved the July 14, 2025 meeting summary by acclamation. It also approved changing LifeWire’s Survivor Advocacy Program from counseling to a help‑line service, cutting hours to 29 and reimbursing only the actual cost. Discussion of how to use the remaining fund balance will be deferred to a future meeting.
- Approved July 14, 2025 meeting summary (by acclamation)
- Approved change to LifeWire Survivor Advocacy Program: shift to help‑line assistance, reduce hours to 29, reimburse actual costs
Parks & Trails Commission
The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will receive updates on several planning initiatives and requests for proposals. The body will also discuss reports from the Eastrail workshop and the Derby Days event.
- Signage and Wayfinding RFP update
- Impact Fee RFP update
- East Redmond Corridor (ERC) Implementation Plan update
- Tree Code update
- Arthur Johnson Soft Surface Trail volunteer event
The commission voted to approve the August 7, 2025 meeting agenda. It also approved the June 2025 meeting minutes as corrected. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the session.
- Approved August 7, 2025 meeting agenda (motion passed)
- Approved June 2025 meeting minutes as corrected (motion passed)
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from June 4, 2025. The board will discuss regional manager updates regarding programs, services, and library statistics, as well as a proposal from Board Member Yajaman.
- Approval of June 4, 2025 minutes
- Regional Manager update on programs and services
- Review of library statistics
- Proposal from Board Member Yajaman
Redmond Disability Board
The board is meeting to approve several medical and insurance reimbursements for retired fire and police personnel. Members will also review policy language for uncovered services and a specific request for a nursing home deposit.
- Nursing home care and assessment reimbursement of $11,329.00
- Request to cover $2,000 nursing home deposit for documentation and medication coordination
- Medicare Part A & B premium reimbursement of $703.00
- Medicare Part B premium reimbursement of $480.90
- Vision hardware reimbursement of $400.00
The Redmond Disability Board approved the July 2, 2025 meeting minutes and six reimbursement claims with a 3‑0 vote. The approved claims total $13,652.90 and cover Medicare premiums, nursing home care, and vision hardware for retired fire and police personnel.
- Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premium reimbursement ($480.90) (3-0)
- Approved Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums for April‑June 2025 ($555.00) (3-0)
- Approved Disability Retired Police Department nursing home care reimbursement ($11,329.00) (3-0)
- Approved Disability Retired Police Department vision hardware reimbursement ($400.00) (3-0)
- Approved Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part A & B premiums for August 2025 ($703.00) (3-0)
- Approved Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premium for July 2025 ($185.00) (3-0)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss new business. The primary focus of the meeting is the Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List.
- Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List
The Redmond Civil Service Commission voted to approve the Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List. The motion was made by Commissioner Leavitt, seconded by Commissioner Powell, and passed. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion of Commissioner Powell, seconded by Commissioner Leavitt, which also passed.
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will review recent zoning code changes that impact nearly every property in the city. The body will also discuss a recap of the 2025 state legislative session and updates to the Environmental Sustainability Action Plan (ESAP).
- Review of Redmond 2050 zoning code changes including mandatory green building requirements and EV-ready parking
- Discussion of the proposed framework and next steps for the ESAP Refresh
- Recap of 2025 state legislative session policies impacting ESAP implementation
- Update on the Solarize Campaign following the July 3 signup deadline
- Review of 2025 Community Survey results regarding resident priorities
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a study session to introduce the 2025-50 Redmond Fire Dept. Functional Plan. Staff is seeking a recommendation to Council to adopt the plan as part of the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan.
- Study session for the 2025-50 Redmond Fire Dept. Functional Plan
The commission approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. It also approved the June 11 and June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and summaries unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and summary (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will vote on several eligibility lists for fire and police department positions. The body will also discuss proposed selection processes for the Emergency Manager and police support roles.
- Exceptional Entry, Lateral Entry, and Lateral Firefighter Paramedic eligibility lists
- Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant eligibility lists
- Program Coordinator – Emergency Readiness eligibility list
- Entry-Level Public Safety Telecommunicator and Lead Support Services Specialist eligibility lists
- Proposed selection processes for Emergency Manager, Police Support Services Specialist, and Lead Police Support Services Specialist
The commission approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved eligibility lists for Exceptional Entry Firefighter, Lateral Entry Firefighter, Lateral Firefighter Paramedic, and for Entry Level Public Safety Telecommunicator and Lead Support Services Specialist. The proposed selection processes for the Emergency Manager and for Police Support Services Specialist positions were approved. The meeting was adjourned at 4:48 p.m.
- Approved minutes of 06/18/2025 meeting (motion passed)
- Approved Exceptional Entry Firefighter, Lateral Entry Firefighter, Lateral Firefighter Paramedic eligibility list (motion passed)
- Approved Emergency Manager proposed selection process (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Public Safety Telecommunicator and Lead Support Services Specialist eligibility list (motion passed)
- Approved Police Support Services Specialist and Lead Police Support Services Specialist proposed selection process (motion passed)
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
Human Services Commission
The Commission will discuss issues affecting the LGBTQIA+ community and review data from the Communities Count Road Show. Members will also determine if funds can be shifted to the Hopelink Adult Education Program.
- Discussion with Pride Across the Bridge and Youth Eastside Services regarding the LGBTQIA+ community
- Presentation of Communities Count data for King County, Eastside, and Redmond
- Review of Hopelink data to determine if funds may be shifted to the Adult Education Program
The commission approved the June 9, 2025 meeting summary by acclamation. The Communities Count Data Road Show was postponed to a future meeting due to presenter illness. A vote of 4‑1 allocated unspent 2025‑26 Employment program funds to the Adult Education program.
- Approved June 9, 2025 meeting summary (by acclamation)
- Postponed Communities Count Data Road Show to a future meeting
- Allocated unspent 2025‑26 Employment program funds to Adult Education program (4‑1)
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will discuss the development of a Public Art Master Plan by firm MIG. The body is also seeking approval for temporary public art and video art calls for the Redmond Lights event.
- Motion to approve 2025 Redmond Lights Temporary Public Art & Video Art Calls
- Temporary public art awards for Esterra Park up to $7,500
- Briefing on the Public Art Master Plan project by Moore Iacofano Goltsman (MIG)
- Discussion regarding a joint meeting with City Council
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The committee will receive updates from the City Transportation Team and PR agencies. Staff will discuss World Cup programming, short-term rentals, and the 2026 tourism grant cycle.
- Experience Redmond Marketing Update by Bullseye Creative
- World Cup Programming update
- Short term Rentals update
- 2026 Tourism Grants (Open July 21 – August 11)
- Partnership with Woodinville Wine Country (WWC)
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. The committee also discussed transportation coordination, shuttle service area, marketing efforts, short‑term rental timeline, tourism grant deadline, and partnership renewal, but no additional actions were taken.
- Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Parks & Trails Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting for July 3, 2025, has been canceled. Commission meetings will resume in August.
Redmond Disability Board
The board is meeting to approve several Medicare Part A and B premium reimbursements for retired police and fire department personnel. Members will also consider a reimbursement request for a portable wheelchair shower and discuss potential policy language regarding equipment research.
- Medicare Part B reimbursement for Retired Fire Department: $480.90
- Medicare Part A & B reimbursements for Retired Police Department totaling $2,183.00
- Reimbursement request for portable wheelchair shower and shipping: $4,792.00
- Discussion of equipment research and potential policy language
The board approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes and a series of Medicare premium reimbursement claims for retired fire and police personnel, with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved reimbursement of $3,250 for a portable wheelchair shower plus $392 shipping, totaling $3,642, again by a 3‑0 vote. The board asked staff to draft policy language for pre‑approval of non‑Medicare claims exceeding $500.
- Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved Medicare premium reimbursement claims for retired fire and police personnel (3-0)
- Approved $3,250 reimbursement for portable wheelchair shower plus $392 shipping, total $3,642 (3-0)
- Requested staff draft policy language for non-Medicare claim pre-approval (action pending)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review and approve reports for the 2025-26 Annual Docket and the 2025 Annual Code Cleanup. These reports document the Commission's recommendations to the City Council.
- Approval of the 2025-26 Annual Docket report
- Approval of the 2025 Annual Code Cleanup report
The Redmond Planning Commission approved its agenda and then unanimously approved two reports: the 2025‑26 Annual Docket report and the 2025 Annual Code Cleanup report, each documenting recommendations to the City Council. No other actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved 2025‑26 Annual Docket report (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Annual Code Cleanup report (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will discuss hiring requirements for lateral firefighters and review multiple eligibility lists for police, fire, and public safety positions. The meeting includes updates from the Fire and Police Departments.
- Lateral Firefighter hiring requirements
- Eligibility lists for Fire Battalion Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, and Driver/Engineer
- Eligibility lists for Entry Level and Exceptional Police Officers
- Eligibility lists for Public Safety Telecommunicators and Behavioral Health Professionals
- Eligibility list for Property and Evidence Technicians
The Redmond Civil Service Commission voted to approve several eligibility lists for fire and police positions, including the Lateral Firefighter Paramedic, Medical Services Officer, and various fire leadership roles. The commission also admitted Russell Calcote to the Exceptional Lateral Academy. All motions were passed without recorded vote tallies.
- Approved Lateral Firefighter Paramedic Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Medical Services Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Fire Battalion Chief Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Fire Captain Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Fire Lieutenant Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Driver/Engineer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Admitted Russell Calcote to the Exceptional Lateral Academy (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to approve artists for the September 18 Art Walk and discuss privately developed art. The body will also plan for a joint meeting with the City Council scheduled for September 23.
- Motion to approve live mural painters: Lori Angdahl, Myron Curry, Sylvia Merczel, and Tori Shao
- Motion to approve temporary artists: Anna Tono, Cam Smith, Po-Yan Tsang, Stella Bronson, and TK Kazankov
- Motion to approve Prisma privately developed art
- Discussion on potential commemorative public art
- Planning for September 23 joint meeting with City Council
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and study session regarding the 2025 Annual Code Cleanup Package of Redmond Zoning Code amendments. The body will also review updates to the Transportation Master Plan and discuss the 2025-26 Annual Docket of Comprehensive Plan Amendments.
- Public hearing on 2025 Annual Code Cleanup Package of Redmond Zoning Code amendments
- Status update on Transportation Master Plan (TMP) including bicycle, pedestrian, streets, and transit chapters
- Study session on the 2025-26 Annual Docket of Comprehensive Plan Amendments
The Redmond Planning Commission approved its agenda and the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the 2025 Annual Cleanup Package for the Redmond Zoning Code. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.
- Approved agenda (motion passed)
- Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of 2025 Annual Cleanup Package for the Redmond Zoning Code (unanimous)
Human Services Commission
The Human Services Commission will take public comment on proposed 2026 Community Development Block Grant projects. Members will also consider a request from Hopelink to move unexpended funds from an Employment program to an Adult Education program.
- Public comment on proposed 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Projects
- Hopelink request to allocate unexpended funds from Employment to Adult Education Program
- Presentations on affordable housing from ARCH and the City of Redmond Senior Long Range Planner
- Information on Hopelink Adult Education and Employment programs
- Updates on Bridge Disability Ministries and Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center open houses
The commission approved the May 12, 2025 meeting summary by acclamation. It also directed staff to request additional information from Hopelink, with a final decision to be made at the July meeting. No public comment was received on the Community Development Block Grant allocations.
- Approved May 12, 2025 meeting summary (acclamation)
- Directed staff to request additional information from Hopelink (decision pending at July meeting)
Civil Service Commission
The Commission is meeting to consider the proposed selection processes for the Program Coordinator (Emergency Readiness) and the Public Safety Communications Manager positions.
- Proposed selection process for Program Coordinator (Emergency Readiness)
- Proposed selection process for Public Safety Communications Manager
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved the proposed selection process for the Program Coordinator (Emergency Readiness). It also approved the proposed selection process for the Public Safety Communications Manager position. Both motions were recorded as passed, with no vote tallies provided. The meeting was adjourned at 5:01 p.m.
- Approved Program Coordinator (Emergency Readiness) selection process (motion passed)
- Approved Public Safety Communications Manager selection process (motion passed)
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
Parks & Trails Commission
The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission reviewed the East Redmond Corridor Implementation Plan and discussed a request for proposal process for signage and wayfinding. The body also coordinated preparations for Derby Days and National Trails Day.
- East Redmond Corridor Implementation Plan to be presented to Council on May 27, 2025
- Establishment of a Signage and Wayfinding Subcommittee consisting of four members
- Opening of community gardens at Anderson Park
- Planning for National Trails Day work party at Hartman Park on June 7, 2025
- Decision to cancel the July meeting
Redmond Disability Board
The board is meeting to approve several Medicare Part A and B premium claims for retired fire and police department personnel. The board will also consider a reimbursement request for a portable wheelchair shower.
- Medicare Part B reimbursements for Retired Fire Department: $925.00, $480.90, and $555.00
- Medicare Part A & B reimbursements for Retired Police Department: $703.00 and $185.00
- Reimbursement request for portable wheelchair shower: $4,792.00
The Redmond Disability Board approved the consent agenda, which included the May 7, 2025 minutes and five Medicare premium reimbursement claims, by a 3‑0 vote. The board also asked staff to research average costs and draft policy for a portable wheelchair shower reimbursement request. A recap of the WSELA Conference was shared and materials will be distributed to virtual members.
- Approved consent agenda items (minutes and five Medicare reimbursement claims) with vote 3‑0
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the May 7, 2025 minutes. The session includes a Regional Manager update regarding library statistics, programs, and services.
- Approval of May 7, 2025 minutes
- Regional Manager update on programs, services, and library statistics
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will meet to discuss and hear public input on the 2025-26 Annual Docket of Comprehensive Plan Amendments and the Annual Redmond Zoning Code Amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing, study sessions, and procedural updates.
- 2025-26 Annual Docket public hearing and study session for Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- 2025 Annual Zoning Code Amendments study session with proposed cleanup package
- Review and adoption of revised Planning Commission Norms
The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the April 23 and April 30 meeting summaries unanimously. A motion to adopt the 2025 Planning Commission Norms passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned after these actions.
- Agenda approved (motion passed)
- April 23 and April 30 meeting summaries approved unanimously
- 2025 Planning Commission Norms approved unanimously
- Meeting adjourned (motion passed)
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Redmond Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will discuss three key items: a progress update on the Solarize Eastside campaign, a review of the newly implemented Construction and Demolition Recycling Ordinance, and an update on the ongoing Environmental Sustainability Action Plan refresh. The meeting will also include brief updates from staff and committee members.
- Solarize Eastside campaign update with group purchase discounts for solar installations
- Construction and Demolition Recycling Ordinance (Ordinance 3162) implementation review
- Environmental Sustainability Action Plan refresh update with engagement strategy for June/July
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from its April 16 meeting, hear updates from the Fire and Police Departments, and take action on multiple eligibility lists for firefighter and police positions. The commission will also discuss proposed selection processes for a Police Sergeant and a Behavioral Health Professional.
- Fire Department Lateral Entry Firefighter Eligibility List (action)
- Police Department Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (action)
- Police Sergeant Proposed Selection Process (action)
- Behavioral Health Professional Proposed Selection Process (action)
- Parking Program Manager Eligibility List (action)
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved several eligibility lists for fire, police and public safety positions, including lateral and entry‑level firefighter lists, police officer and telecommunicator lists, and a parking program manager list. It also approved the proposed selection processes for police sergeant and behavioral health professional positions. The Police Support Administrative Specialist Eligibility List was noted as expired. All motions were recorded as passed.
- Approved Lateral Entry Firefighter Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Exceptional Entry Firefighter Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Entry Level Public Safety Telecommunicator Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Parking Program Manager Eligibility List (motion passed)
- Approved Police Sergeant Proposed Selection Process (motion passed)
- Approved Behavioral Health Professional Proposed Selection Process (motion passed)
Parks & Trails Commission
The Parks, Trails and Recreation Commission, Arts & Culture Commission, Senior Advisory Committee, and Redmond Youth are holding a joint special meeting. The agenda consists of a presentation and refreshments.
- Joint meeting of Parks, Trails and Recreation Commission, Arts & Culture Commission, Senior Advisory Committee, and Redmond Youth
Human Services Commission
The Redmond Human Services Commission will hear a Lake Washington School District update on student trends and programs, review fund balances and emergency requests, and decide on Hopelink's request to shift funds from Employment to Adult Education. They will also evaluate first-quarter program performance for 2025-26 funded programs and discuss overarching funding priorities for the next round.
- Lake Washington School District update on student discipline, Communities in Schools, and Care Solace
- Quarterly fund balance update for Habitat for Humanity, Communities Rise, and Communities in Schools
- Decision on Hopelink request to shift funds from Employment to Adult Education program
- 2025 first quarter program performance review for funded programs
- Discussion of funding priorities and commission mission for city residents
The commission approved the meeting summaries for March 10 and April 14, 2025 by acclamation. It authorized a $10,000 emergency grant to replace a faulty fire alarm system at Habitat for Humanity’s Patterson Park complex. The board directed staff to provide an updated fund‑balance figure and Hopelink Adult Education budget information before deciding on any reallocation of unspent grant dollars. Discussion of future funding priorities was postponed to the June meeting.
- Approved March 10 and April 14, 2025 meeting summaries (acclamation)
- Authorized $10,000 emergency funding for Patterson Park fire alarm replacement
- Directed staff to share updated fund balance and Hopelink Adult Education budget before any fund reallocation decision
- Requested Hopelink grant applications and the policy for allocating unspent funds
- Postponed funding priorities discussion to the June meeting
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Commission is meeting to approve the application process for the 2026/27 Poet Laureate. Members will also discuss the format and goals for a joint meeting with the City Council scheduled for September 23, 2025.
- Motion to approve 2026/27 Call for Poet Laureate
- Poet Laureate annual stipend of $5,000
- Annual budget of $5,000 for Poet Laureate events and projects
- Interview stipends of $250 for finalists
- Discussion of September 23 Joint Meeting with City Council
Redmond Disability Board
The board is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and review several reimbursement claims. These claims cover Medicare premiums and medical supplies for retired fire and police department personnel.
- Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums: $480.90
- Disability Retired Police Department medical supplies: $335.61
- Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums: two claims of $555.00
- Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part A & B premiums: $703.00
- Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums: $185.00
The Redmond Disability Board approved the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. The board also approved six reimbursement claims for retired fire and police department personnel, covering Medicare premiums and medical supplies, each approved by a 3‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved reimbursement of $480.90 for Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums (May–July 2025) (3-0)
- Approved reimbursement of $335.61 for Disability Retired Police Department uncovered medical supplies (3-0)
- Approved reimbursement of $555.00 for Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums (Jan–Mar 2025) (3-0)
- Approved reimbursement of $555.00 for Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums (Jan–Mar 2025) (second entry) (3-0)
- Approved reimbursement of $703.00 for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part A & B premiums (May 2025) (3-0)
- Approved reimbursement of $185.00 for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums (April 2025) (3-0)
Library Board
This is a special meeting of the Redmond Library Board of Trustees with mainly procedural items. The board will vote on minutes from April 2, 2025, and receive a regional manager update on programs, services, and library statistics from the Director of Finance. Board member talk time is also scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025
- Regional Manager Update on Programs and Services; Library Statistics (Donna Zirkle, Director of Finance)
- Board Member Talk Time
Parks & Trails Commission
The Redmond Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will consider finalizing a wayfinding signage subcommittee and review slides for a joint meeting with the City Council. Staff will update on the East Redmond Corridor implementation plan, community gardens at Anderson Park, and National Trails Day event plans. The commission will also discuss Derby Days participation and assign slides for the council presentation.
- Unfinished Business: Signage and Wayfinding RFP process and subcommittee finalization
- Unfinished Business: Joint meeting with City Council – official slide assignment
- Unfinished Business: Derby Days participation finalization
- Staff Update: Community Gardens at Anderson Park
- New Business: National Trails Day Event planning
Planning Commission
This is an annual workshop, not a regular meeting; no public comment will be taken and it will not be broadcast live. The Commission will receive an update on the Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Vegetation Management Plan, discuss Transit Oriented Development and light rail growth in Redmond's centers, and review the Planning Commission Norms.
- Update on implementation of the 2024 Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Vegetation Management Plan by Parks Department
- Discussion of Transit Oriented Development policy and development pipeline related to light rail
- Review and potential update of Planning Commission Norms (last revised April 2024)
- Opportunity for commissioners to share future topics and ideas
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Vice‑Chair Woodyear and a second by Commissioner Coleman. All other agenda items were discussed without any formal action. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned following a motion by Commissioner Aparna and a second by Commissioner Coleman.
- Approved agenda (unanimous vote)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will kick off the ESAP update with the consulting team KLA, reviewing a draft Communications and Engagement Strategy and defining the committee's role in community engagement. Staff updates cover several ongoing programs: the Solarize Eastside campaign, Energy Smart Eastside ambassador recruitment, a new Construction and Demolition Recycling Ordinance taking effect May 1, 2025, and a Solar + Energy Storage Feasibility Study for city facilities.
- ESAP Refresh project kickoff with KLA consulting team – 90-minute discussion on brand, priorities, and engagement
- Draft Communications and Engagement Strategy for the ESAP update
- Solarize Eastside Campaign – next in-person workshop on May 7; discounted solar rates and vetted contractors
- Construction and Demolition Recycling Ordinance goes into effect May 1, 2025, to track recycling rates
- Solar + Energy Storage Feasibility Study completed for five city facilities; funding integrated into 2025/2026 budget
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review and vote on a report recommending design standards amendments to implement Redmond 2050. They will also receive a briefing on the Fire Functional Plan to prepare for a future detailed review. The meeting includes approval of April 9 minutes and public comment.
- PC Report Approval and Recommendation on 2025 Code Package Part 3 – Design Standards
- Fire Functional Plan Briefing
- Approval of April 9, 2025 Meeting Minutes
- Items from the Audience (public comment)
The commission unanimously approved the agenda for the April 23 meeting. It also unanimously approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission voted unanimously to have staff recommend to city council the design‑standard amendments in Part 3 of the Redmond 2050 zoning code package. The meeting concluded with a unanimous approval of the meeting minutes and adjournment.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved staff recommendation to city council on design standards, Part 3 of Redmond 2050 code (unanimous)
- Approved this meeting’s minutes (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will vote on several personnel actions, including approval of eligibility lists for lateral police officer, police lieutenant, sergeant, parking program manager, lateral public safety telecommunicator, property and evidence technician, and a proposed selection process for police sergeant. They will also consider a lateral firefighter/paramedic selection process and police reclassifications for Police Support Records Specialist and Police Support Services Manager. Fire and police department updates are provided for information only.
- Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Proposed Selection Process
- Police Lieutenant Eligibility List
- Police Sergeant Eligibility List
- Police Reclassification: Police Support Records Specialist
- Police Reclassification: Police Support Services Manager
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. It also approved the proposed selection processes for lateral firefighter/paramedic and police sergeant positions, as well as eligibility lists for multiple police roles. Additionally, the commission approved reclassifications of a Police Support Services Specialist to Police Support Records Specialist and an Administrative Supervisor to Police Support Services Manager.
- Approved minutes of 03/19/2025 meeting
- Approved Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Proposed Selection Process
- Approved eligibility lists for Lateral Police Officer, Police Lieutenant, Police Sergeant, Parking Program Manager, Lateral Public Safety Telecommunicator, and Property and Evidence Technician
- Approved Police Sergeant Proposed Selection Process
- Approved reclassification of Police Support Services Specialist to Police Support Records Specialist
- Approved reclassification of Administrative Supervisor to Police Support Services Manager
Human Services Commission
The Commission will vote on a proposed youth advisor and discuss overarching goals for funding recommendations for city residents. The meeting includes presentations from the Youth Panel and representatives regarding Best Starts for Kids programs in East King County.
- Vote on proposed youth advisor
- Presentation by Latinos Unidos, RYPAC, and Friends of Youth
- Discussion on Best Starts for Kids (BSK) levy funded programs and city funded services
- Debrief of the Kent Parallel Application Process
- Discussion of funding priorities and the Commission's mission
The Redmond Human Services Commission unanimously approved Vivek Prakriya as its new youth advisor. Approval of the March 10, 2025 meeting summary was postponed to the next month. Approval of the Kent Parallel Application Process debrief was also postponed to the next month.
- Unanimously approved Vivek Prakriya as youth advisor
- Postponed approval of March 10, 2025 meeting summary to next month
- Postponed approval of Kent Parallel Application Process debrief to next month
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Commission will discuss goals and potential topics for a joint meeting with the City Council scheduled for September 23, 2025. The body will also discuss teen services engagement and receive staff updates on public art and community events.
- Planning for September 23 Joint Meeting with City Council
- Discussion on Teen Services Engagement
- Staff report on Public Art Intensive Eastside workshops (May 3, 10, & 17)
- Update on Sound Transit artwork installation at SE Redmond Station
- Planning for Downtown Redmond Art Walk on September 18, 2025
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a study session on the 2025 Housing Amendments package and may make a recommendation. They will also continue a public hearing on the 2025 Code Package Part 3 – Design Standards, with possible recommendation. Additionally, the commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms. Other items include approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- 2025 Housing Amendments package (study session, possible recommendation)
- 2025 Code Package Part 3 – Design Standards (public hearing, study session, possible recommendation)
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms
- Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes
- Items from the audience (public comment on non-hearing items)
The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the March 26 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners elected Susan Weston as Chair and Jeannine Woodyear as Vice‑Chair, both unanimously. The commission voted unanimously to have staff recommend the 2025 Housing Amendments to the City Council and approved the staff report for the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Susan Weston as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Jeannine Woodyear as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
- Asked staff to recommend 2025 Housing Amendments to City Council (unanimous)
- Approved staff report for this meeting (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
Parks & Trails Commission
The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will welcome two new commissioners, discuss and select locations for National Trails Day, and refresh the Signage and Wayfinding Subcommittee. They will also prepare slides for a joint meeting with the City Council and receive informational updates on the Youth Advocates Project, Arbor Week events, and grants.
- Welcome new commissioners Siri Bliesner and Jodi Peña
- Discussion and selection of National Trails Day locations
- Refresh of the Signage and Wayfinding Subcommittee
- Preparation of slides for joint meeting with City Council on June 10, 2025
- Informational update on Youth Advocates Project with school presentations
Redmond Disability Board
The Redmond Disability Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving minutes from March and reimbursing retired police and fire personnel for Medicare premiums and medical supplies, totaling approximately $2,787. The board will also recognize the re-election of police representative Larry Gainer and alternate Jim Taylor.
- Reimbursement of $610.50 to Service Retired Fire Department for Medicare Part B premiums (Apr–Jun 2025)
- Reimbursement of $112.97 to Disability Retired Police Department for uncovered medical supplies
- Reimbursement of $555.00 to Service Retired Police Department for Medicare Part B premiums (Jan–Mar 2025)
- Reimbursement of $703.00 to Service Retired Police Department for Medicare Part A & B premiums (Apr 2025)
- Reimbursement of $251.00 to Service Retired Police Department for Medicare Part B premium (Mar 2025) and an eye exam
The Redmond Disability Board approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes and six reimbursement claims on a 4‑0 vote. The claims covered Medicare Part B premiums and medical supplies for retired fire and police department personnel. No other actions were taken.
- Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved $610.50 Medicare Part B premium reimbursement for retired fire department (4-0)
- Approved $112.97 medical supplies reimbursement for retired police department (4-0)
- Approved $555.00 Medicare Part B premium reimbursement (Jan‑Mar 2025) for retired police department (4-0)
- Approved second $555.00 Medicare Part B premium reimbursement (Jan‑Mar 2025) for retired police department (4-0)
- Approved $703.00 Medicare Part A & B premium reimbursement (April 2025) for retired police department (4-0)
- Approved $251.00 reimbursement for Medicare Part B premium (Mar 2025) and eye exam for retired police department (4-0)
Library Board
The Redmond Library Board of Trustees is discussing a regional manager update covering programs, services, and library statistics, along with approving minutes from the previous meeting and allowing board member comments.
- Approval of minutes from March 5, 2025
- Regional manager update on programs, services, and library statistics presented by Organizational Strategy Manager Lisa Fraser
- Board member talk time for open discussion
Parks & Trails Commission
This is a special joint meeting of the Parks, Trails and Recreation Commission and the Redmond Arts & Culture Commission, along with the Senior Advisory Committee and Redmond Youth. The agenda includes a presentation and refreshments, with no decision items. It is primarily a celebratory and networking event.
- Joint meeting of Parks, Trails and Recreation Commission and Redmond Arts & Culture Commission
- No public hearings, rezonings, contracts, or fee changes on the agenda
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission and Parks, Trails and Recreation Commission are holding a special joint meeting and celebration. The agenda includes introductions, a presentation, and refreshments. No decisions or formal actions are scheduled.
- Joint meeting of Parks, Trails and Recreation Commission and Redmond Arts & Culture Commission
- Presentation scheduled from 5:35–6:05 pm
- Refreshments from 6:05–7:00 pm
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings and study sessions regarding 2025 housing amendments and design standard updates. The body will also receive a staff briefing on the city budgeting process.
- Public hearing and study session on 2025 Housing Amendments covering Middle Housing Implementation and Legislative Compliance
- Public hearing and study session on 2025 Code Package Part 3 regarding Design Standards
- Staff briefing on the City Budgeting process
The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda and unanimously approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes. Several items in the 2025 Code Package were formally closed, including the Design Review Board issue, Landmark Buildings, High Traffic Corridors, Single‑Family issue 18, and the Wildfire Standards issue. No other substantive actions were adopted or denied during this meeting.
- Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
- Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously
- Closed Design Review Board issue (Issue 1)
- Closed Landmark Buildings issue (Issue 8)
- Closed High Traffic Corridors issue (Issue 12) per Commissioner direction
- Closed Single‑Family issue (Issue 18) per Commissioner statement
- Closed Wildfire Standards issue (Issue 20) as previously resolved
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Redmond Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review and discuss updates on the upcoming Light Rail opening (May 10), World Cup 2026 planning, and the Experience Redmond marketing campaign. The agenda also includes a transportation department overview and introduction of a new PR agency, GreenRubino.
- Light Rail opening scheduled for May 10
- World Cup 2026 budget and grant discussion
- Introduction of GreenRubino as PR agency
- Experience Redmond marketing update from Bullseye Creative
- City Transportation Department overview
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. The remainder of the session consisted of updates and discussions on tourism marketing, data challenges, a transportation pilot, and upcoming projects, but no further actions were decided.
- Approved September 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from the Fire and Police Departments, and vote on multiple eligibility lists for entry-level and lateral police officers, public safety telecommunicators, police support specialists, and a mental health co-responder. The meeting is procedural in nature.
- Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
- Approval of Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
- Approval of Entry Level Public Safety Telecommunicator Eligibility List
- Approval of Police Support Services Specialist Eligibility List
- Approval of Mental Health Professional (MHP) Co-Responder Eligibility List
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved several eligibility lists for police and public safety positions, including Entry Level and Lateral Police Officers, Public Safety Telecommunicators, Police Support Services Specialists, and a Mental Health Professional Co-Responder. The Chief Examiner rejected one candidate on the MHP Co-Responder list for not meeting minimum qualifications. The commission also received updates from the Fire and Police Departments and appointed Adam Powell as the new Chairperson.
- Approved Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Entry Level Public Safety Telecommunicator Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Police Support Services Specialist Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Mental Health Professional Co-Responder Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Chief Examiner rejected one MHP Co-Responder candidate for not meeting minimum qualifications
- Adam Powell declared new Chairperson
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission is discussing the 2025 Public Art Intensive Eastside, a three-day workshop for visual artists exploring public art. The program offers a $100 stipend and eligibility for a paid temporary public art project. Applications are due March 2, 2025.
- Applications due March 2, 2025, at 11 p.m. PST
- Workshop dates: Saturdays, May 3, 10 & 17, 2025, at Old Fire House Teen Center
- $100 stipend for completing workshop and homework
- Eligibility: artists 18+, no prior public commission over $5,000
- Selection announced March 17, 2025
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will hold two study sessions: one on the 2025 Housing Amendments covering middle housing implementation, residential adjustments, and legislative compliance; another on the 2025 Code Package Part 3 – Design Standards to meet state requirements and implement Redmond 2050 policy. No public hearings or final decisions are scheduled. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and time for public comment on non-hearing items.
- Study session on 2025 Housing Amendments: Middle Housing Implementation, Residential Adjustments, Legislative Compliance
- Study session on 2025 Code Package Part 3 – Design Standards: state requirements and Redmond 2050 implementation
- Approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes
- Public comment period for items not on a public hearing
- Staff and commissioner updates (no action taken)
The Redmond Planning Commission met on March 12, 2025, and approved the agenda and the February 26 meeting summary. The meeting consisted of two study sessions—one on the 2025 Housing Amendments and another on the 2025 Code Package Part 3 Design Standards—plus items from the audience and staff updates. All substantive items were discussion only; no decisions were made.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 26, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
- Adjourned at 8:24 p.m. (unanimous)
Human Services Commission
The Redmond Human Services Commission will hear a presentation from the City of Kent on its small grant and Opportunity Fund experience. Commissioners will discuss funding priorities for the next cycle, including whether to concentrate support on fewer programs or spread funds broadly. The agenda also includes a debrief of a prior opioid presentation, review of 2024 program performance, and consideration of reactivating a youth advisor position.
- Presentation by City of Kent Senior Human Services Coordinator on small grant process and Opportunity Fund
- Discussion of funding priorities: support fewer programs more fully or spread funding thinly
- Debrief of last month's opioid presentation
- Review of 2024 program performance and outcomes
- Consideration of reactivating a youth advisor position and planning community outreach events
The Redmond Human Services Commission approved the February 10, 2025 meeting summary by unanimous acclimation. They discussed funding priorities for the next cycle, including possibly reducing funding for some services to support capacity building and setting a maximum request amount (e.g., $100K). The commission also favored reestablishing a youth advisor position to accommodate a third candidate for two open seats in April, and planned a potato bar dinner at PorchLight in late April.
- Approved the February 10, 2025 meeting summary by unanimous acclimation.
- Favored reestablishing one youth advisor position to accommodate a third candidate for two open commission seats in April; staff will forward the candidate's information for potential approval.
- Planned to host a potato bar dinner at PorchLight on a Monday evening in late April; staff will confirm the date.
- Discussed funding priorities, including possibly reducing funding for some services to support capacity building and considering a maximum request amount (e.g., $100K).
- Recommended setting funding priorities by the end of this year, before the next review process.
- Requested updated data on city demographics and needs.
- Expressed interest in partnering with the Redmond Library for a community event during Welcoming Week (September 12-21, 2025).
Parks & Trails Commission
The commission will receive an informational presentation on the draft East Redmond Corridor Implementation Plan, which proposes phased development and trail connections across eight parks. They will also consider a motion on the commission's work plan, discuss joint meeting topics with City Council, and hear updates on the Youth Advocates project. Staff will provide updates on a tree giveaway, staffing, and improvements at Anderson and Idylwood Parks.
- East Redmond Corridor Implementation Plan Draft (informational) covering phasing, priorities, and cost estimates for eight parks connected by a Spine Trail
- Motion on commission work plan
- Discussion of topics for a joint meeting with City Council (slide completion by April)
- Youth Advocates Project update
- Tree giveaway update, staffing updates, and updates at Anderson and Idylwood Parks
The Parks, Trails, and Recreation Commission recommended the City reprioritize item #7 (COP/FMP Phase 1b-COP to Novelty Spine Trail) from medium to high priority in the ERC Implementation Plan draft. They also approved the 2025 work plan as amended and elected Clint Smith as Chair and Garrett Michaud as Vice Chair for 2025-2026. The meeting was informational and procedural, with no other major decisions.
- Approved the March 2025 meeting agenda (6-0).
- Approved the January 2025 meeting minutes as corrected.
- Recommended reprioritizing ERC item #7 (COP/FMP Phase 1b-COP to Novelty Spine Trail) from medium to high priority.
- Approved the 2025 work plan as amended (unanimous).
- Elected Clint Smith as Chair and Garrett Michaud as Vice Chair for 2025-2026.
Redmond Disability Board
The board approved several reimbursement claims for retired fire and police department personnel. Members also discussed upcoming information regarding the 2025 WSLEA Conference and an ongoing police election process.
- Approval of two Disability Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B reimbursements of $2,096.40 each
- Approval of Service Retired Fire Department reimbursements totaling $1,748.90 and $575.60
- Approval of Disability Retired Police Department reimbursements of $296.26 and $524.10
- Approval of Service Retired Police Department reimbursements of $703.00 and $185.00
The Redmond Disability Board approved the consent agenda unanimously (5-0), which included the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes and eight claims for Medicare Part B premium reimbursements and uncovered medical supplies for retired fire and police department members. No other substantive decisions were made; the board discussed upcoming informational items only.
- Approved consent agenda including February 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Approved $2,096.40 reimbursement for Disability Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums (Jan-Dec 2024)
- Approved $2,096.40 reimbursement for Disability Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums (Jan-Dec 2024)
- Approved $1,748.90 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums and income-related adjustment
- Approved $575.60 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums (Mar-May 2025)
- Approved $296.26 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department uncovered medical supplies
- Approved $524.10 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums (Oct-Dec 2024)
- Approved $703.00 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part A & B premiums (Mar 2025)
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting, receive a regional manager update on programs, services, and library statistics, and tour the facility's back room. The meeting is in-person only, with no remote attendance option.
- Approval of minutes from February 5, 2025
- Regional Manager update on programs, services, and library statistics
- Facilities back room tour and introduction of Welcoming Ambassador David Orozco Lugo
- Board Member Talk Time
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a study session to introduce the final part of the 2025 Code Package. This session focuses on proposed design standard amendments to meet state requirements and Redmond 2050 policy. The body will also receive a briefing on the annual code clean-up process.
- 2025 Code Package Part 3: Proposed amendments to design standards, including Context Sensitive Design and Residential Standards
- Annual Code Clean-Up Training briefing regarding the Commission's role in the process
The Redmond Planning Commission met on February 26, 2025, and approved the agenda and the February 12 meeting summary. The meeting included a study session on the 2025 Code Package Part 3, focusing on proposed design standards amendments, and a briefing on the Annual Code Clean-Up process. No substantive decisions were made; all items were discussion only.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 12, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will consider approving several eligibility lists for fire department positions, including Fire Mechanic, Administrative Assistant, Administrative Specialist, Medical Services Administrator, Program Coordinator, and Entry Level Firefighter. The commission will also vote on proposed selection processes for Fire Captain (Promotional), Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic, and Fire Lieutenant. Updates from the Fire and Police Departments are scheduled as information items.
- Approval of Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List
- Fire Captain (Promotional) Proposed Selection Process
- Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Proposed Selection Process
- Fire Lieutenant Proposed Selection Process
- Approval of Fire Mechanic Eligibility List
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved six eligibility lists for fire and police positions, including Fire Mechanic, Administrative Assistant-FS, Administrative Specialist-Prevention, Medical Services Administrator, Program Coordinator, and Entry Level Firefighter. It also approved proposed selection processes for Fire Captain (Promotional), Lateral Firefighter Paramedic, and Fire Lieutenant. Commissioner Adam Powell was elected as the new Chairperson, effective April 1, 2025.
- Approved Fire Mechanic Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Administrative Assistant-FS Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Administrative Specialist-Prevention Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Medical Services Administrator Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Program Coordinator Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Fire Captain (Promotional) Proposed Selection Process (unanimous)
- Approved Lateral Firefighter Paramedic Proposed Selection Process (unanimous)
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will meet to consider approvals for operating support grants and a cultural work plan. The commission is also scheduled to hold leadership elections.
- Operating Support Grants (Motion-to-Approve)
- Cultural Work Plan (Motion-to-Approve)
- Leadership Elections
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will vote on a recommendation to the City Council for the 2025 Code Package Part 1 and 2, which amends numerous sections of the Redmond Zoning Code and the zoning map to implement the Redmond 2050 plan. They will also hold a study session on Part 3, focused on design standards, and receive training on functional plans and the annual Comprehensive Plan docket process.
- Vote on recommendation for 2025 Code Package Part 1 & 2 amending RZC chapters on land use, special districts, downtown zones, affordable housing, parking, and more
- Consideration of a recommended Downtown Redmond Center Plan and updated Redmond Zoning Map
- Study session on 2025 Code Package Part 3: proposed amendments to design standards to meet state requirements and implement Redmond 2050 policy
- Training on the role of functional plans in capital facility planning and the Commission's review of them later in 2025
- Training on the annual process to amend the Redmond 2050 Comprehensive Plan (Annual Docket)
The Redmond Planning Commission unanimously approved the 2025 Code Package Part 1 and Part 2 amendments as drafted by staff, and approved the accompanying report to the City Council. The package includes updates to the Redmond Zoning Code and Zoning Map. No action was taken on the Part 3 design standards introduction, functional plan training, or annual docket training, which were discussion-only items.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 22, 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)
- Approved Redmond 2050 2025 Code Package Part 1 and 2 amendments as drafted (unanimous)
- Approved Planning Commission Report to City Council on the code package (unanimous)
Human Services Commission
The commission will receive presentations on opioids in Redmond from HealthPoint and Seattle King County Public Health. Members will also discuss priorities for the next funding cycle, including whether to support fewer programs more fully or spread funding more broadly.
- Presentation on opioids in Redmond by Dr. Julie Duncan and Brad Feingood
- Quarterly fund balance update from Human Services Manager Brooke Buckingham
- Discussion on funding priorities and minimum request amounts for the next cycle
The Redmond Human Services Commission approved the January 13, 2025 meeting summary by acclamation. They decided not to set a minimum request amount for future funding cycles, but will require applicants requesting under $10,000 to meet with staff. The commission also approved one-time COVID-response funds for five programs for 2025 only, and decided to host a meal at the men's shelter, potentially in April.
- Approved January 13, 2025 meeting summary by acclamation
- Decided no minimum ask for funding applications, but require staff meeting for requests under $10K
- Awarded one-time COVID funds to Hopelink Housing, Hopelink Financial Resiliency, Imagine Housing Resident Services, Overlake Christian Church Emergency Financial Aid, and 4 Tomorrow Eviction Prevention, Rental, Move-in and Mortgage Assistance (2025 only)
- Decided to host a meal at the men's shelter, potentially in April
Parks & Trails Commission
The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will consider a motion to approve the 2025 Commission Work Plan and discuss topics for an upcoming joint meeting with the Redmond City Council. Staff will provide updates on upcoming events, the tree giveaway program, and the new volunteer and Green Redmond coordinator. Youth advocates will give a project update.
- Motion to approve the 2025 Commission Work Plan
- Discussion of topics for joint meeting with City Council (slide completion by April)
- Youth Advocates project update (informational)
- Staff updates: events check-in, tree giveaway, new volunteer and Green Redmond coordinator
- Commission positions update
Redmond Disability Board
This meeting consists of a consent agenda to approve minutes from January 8, 2025, and five claims for disability and service retired police department members. The claims cover Medicare Part B and A premiums and medical supplies for periods in 2024 and 2025, totaling $4,872.18. No old or new business is listed.
- Approval of minutes from January 8, 2025.
- Reimbursement to Disability Retired Police: Medicare Part B premiums Jan–Dec 2024 plus uncovered medical supplies ($2,411.88).
- Reimbursement to Disability Retired Police: Medicare Part B premiums Jul–Dec 2024 ($1,048.20).
- Reimbursement to Service Retired Police: Medicare Part A & B premiums Feb 2025 ($703.00).
- Reimbursement to Service Retired Police: Medicare Part B premiums Jan 2025 ($185.00).
The Redmond Disability Board approved the consent agenda unanimously (4-0), including the January 8, 2025 meeting minutes and five claims for Medicare premium and medical supply reimbursements for retired police department members. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.
- Approved January 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved $2,411.88 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B and medical supplies (4-0)
- Approved $524.10 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B (4-0)
- Approved $1,048.20 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department Medicare Part B (4-0)
- Approved $703.00 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part A & B (4-0)
- Approved $185.00 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B (4-0)
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates from the Regional Manager. The session includes reports on programs, services, and library statistics.
- Approval of November 6, 2024, and December 4, 2024, minutes
- Regional Manager update on programs, services, and library statistics
- Report from BJ Colvin, Director of ITS
- Report from Isaid David Orozco Lugo, Ambassador
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will discuss education and outreach for the ESAP Refresh, breaking into small groups to brainstorm engagement strategies by target audience. They will also receive updates on a sustainability dashboard sub-committee, proposed green building and EV readiness code changes, a solar feasibility study, and the status of the ESAP Refresh RFP.
- 75-minute breakout session to brainstorm ESAP Refresh engagement strategies
- Sub-committee review of sustainability dashboard platforms
- Proposed green building and EV ready/capable code changes for Redmond 2050
- Solar + Energy Storage Feasibility Study results for 5 city facilities
- ESAP Refresh RFP closed Jan 16; contract expected for Council approval March 4
Planning Commission
The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Redmond 2050 Code Package Part 2, focusing on requirements and incentives for the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and Zoning Map. They will also continue review of Part 1 (zones and uses) with minor corrections, and receive a briefing on the annual code clean-up process. No votes are scheduled; these are study sessions and a briefing only.
- Study session on Redmond 2050 Code Package Part 2: Requirements and Incentives, affecting zoning districts including Downtown, Overlake, Marymoor Village, and others
- Study session on Redmond 2050 Code Package Part 1: Zones and Uses, including affordable housing, open space, and development incentive program amendments
- Briefing on annual code clean-up process and training
- Approval of January 8, 2022 meeting minutes (3 min)
The Redmond Planning Commission held study sessions on the 2025 Code Package Parts 1 and 2, covering zones, uses, requirements, and incentives. They voted to direct staff to prepare a single draft recommendation to the City Council that integrates both parts and the commission's January 22 discussion, for review at the February 12 meeting. The motion passed 5-1 with one commissioner absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the annual code clean-up training was postponed.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Directed staff to prepare single draft PC recommendation to Council for 2025 Code Packages Parts 1 and 2 (5-1, 1 absent)
- Postponed annual code clean-up training to a future meeting
Civil Service Commission
The Redmond Civil Service Commission will consider approving several eligibility lists for firefighter, police, and other city positions, as well as proposed selection processes for entry-level, exceptional-entry, and lateral-entry firefighters. The meeting also includes updates from the Fire and Police Departments.
- Fire Mechanic Eligibility List for approval by motion
- Administrative Assistant FS Eligibility List for approval by motion
- Entry Level Firefighter Proposed Selection Process for approval by motion
- Lateral Entry Firefighter Proposed Selection Process for approval by motion
- Property and Evidence Technician Eligibility List for approval by motion
The Redmond Civil Service Commission approved several eligibility lists for fire and police positions, including Fire Mechanic, Administrative Assistant Fire Support, Entry Level Firefighter selection process, Exceptional Entry Police Officer, Property and Evidence Technician, Parking Program Manager, Public Safety Telecommunicator Lateral, and Legal Advocate. The proposed selection processes for Exceptional Entry and Lateral Entry Firefighters were deemed incomplete and will be revisited at the next meeting. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 4:58 p.m.
- Approved Fire Mechanic Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Administrative Assistant Fire Support Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Entry Level Firefighter Proposed Selection Process (unanimous)
- Approved Exceptional Entry Police Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Property and Evidence Technician Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Parking Program Manager Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Public Safety Telecommunicator Lateral Eligibility List (unanimous)
- Approved Legal Advocate Eligibility List (unanimous)
Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee
The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee will discuss updates to the Transportation Master Plan, focusing on Transportation Demand Management and transit. The meeting also includes a review of committee processes and an open comment period.
- Transportation Master Plan: Transportation Demand Management discussion
- Transportation Master Plan: Transit updates
- Review of PBAC processes and mission
- Open Comment period for public input
Human Services Commission
The Redmond Human Services Commission will hear a 75-minute disability panel from four organizations, vote on a new Chair and Vice Chair for 2025, and review the proposed 2025 work plan. Public comment can be submitted in writing or given verbally during the meeting.
- Disability Panel with representatives from Disability Empowerment Center, Open Doors for Multicultural Families, Kindering, and Community Homes
- Vote to confirm 2025 Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Review and discussion of the 2025 Work Plan
The Redmond Human Services Commission met jointly with Kirkland commissioners and heard from a disability services panel. They unanimously approved the December 9, 2024 meeting summary and confirmed Kathleen Reynolds as 2025 chair and Samit Bordoloi as vice chair. The 2025 work plan was reviewed, with commissioners adding presentations from 501 Commons and non-funded organizations. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved December 9, 2024 meeting summary (unanimous)
- Confirmed Kathleen Reynolds as 2025 chair (unanimous)
- Confirmed Samit Bordoloi as 2025 vice chair (unanimous)
- Added 501 Commons wage/salary survey presentation to 2025 work plan
- Added hearing from non-funded organizations to 2025 work plan
Redmond Arts & Culture Commission (RACC)
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will consider a motion to approve a Public Art Intensive Call, hear recaps of the 2024 Redmond Lights and Poet Laureate programs, receive an introduction to the Cultural Arts Work Plan, and hold leadership elections.
- Motion to approve a Public Art Intensive Call
- 2024 Redmond Lights recap
- 2024 Poet Laureate recap
- Cultural Arts Work Plan introduction
- Commission leadership elections
Redmond Disability Board
The Redmond Disability Board will consider approval of the December 2024 meeting minutes and eight claims for retiree reimbursements totaling $6,620.90. The claims cover Medicare Part B premiums, uncovered medical supplies, and an eye exam for retired fire and police department personnel.
- Approve minutes from December 4, 2024
- Reimbursement of $698.80 for Disability Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums (Sep–Dec 2024)
- Reimbursement of $818.04 for Disability Retired Police Department uncovered medical supplies
- Reimbursement of $2,557.36 for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums, eye exam, and vision hardware
- Additional reimbursements totaling $2,546.70 for Service Retired Police Department Medicare premiums
The Redmond Disability Board approved the consent agenda unanimously (3-0), which included the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes and eight claims for retiree reimbursements totaling $6,620.90. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and adjourned at 3:32 p.m.
- Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved $698.80 reimbursement for Disability Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums (3-0)
- Approved $610.50 reimbursement for Service Retired Fire Department Medicare Part B premiums (3-0)
- Approved $818.04 reimbursement for Disability Retired Police Department medical supplies (3-0)
- Approved $2,557.36 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B, eye exam, and vision hardware (3-0)
- Approved $524.10 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums (3-0)
- Approved $524.10 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part B premiums (3-0)
- Approved $703.00 reimbursement for Service Retired Police Department Medicare Part A & B premiums (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Redmond 2050 Zones and Uses code package, followed by a continued public hearing and study session on the Requirements and Incentives code package, which includes proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and Zoning Map. No action is expected on the first item, as there are no open issues. The public hearing will allow comment on the proposed code changes.
- Study session on Redmond 2050 2025 Code Package – Zones and Uses
- Continued public hearing on Redmond 2050 2025 Code Package – Requirements and Incentives
- Proposed amendments to Redmond Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and Zoning Map
- Attachments include memos, presentation slides, issues matrices, and an Affordable Housing Analysis
- Public comments accepted via email or in-person/phone for the hearing
The Planning Commission held a public hearing and study session on the Redmond 2050 Code Package's Requirements and Incentives, focusing on inclusionary zoning and affordable housing. No final decisions were made; the commission discussed the proposed 15% inclusionary zoning requirement for Urban Mixed-Use and Marymoor zones, heard public comments, and left written comments open. Staff will incorporate feedback into the next packet, with a goal of closing the Issues Matrix after the next meeting.
- Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
- Approved December 4 and December 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Held public hearing on Requirements and Incentives; written comments left open
- Discussed inclusionary zoning percentage; no change adopted
- Commissioner Copley proposed Pioneer Provision (10-12% for first 3 Marymoor developments over 200 units, then 15%); no action taken
- Staff to add response to Katie Kendall's letter to Issues Matrix
- Adjourned at 8:36 p.m. (unanimous)
Parks & Trails Commission
The Redmond Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will consider approving its 2025 work plan, which sets priorities for the year including the East Redmond Corridor implementation and Southeast Redmond park design. Staff will provide a refresher on the PARCC Plan and discuss new credit card fees. The commission will also discuss nominations for chair and vice chair (vote in February), a vacant commission seat, and a potential joint meeting with the City Council in June 2025.
- Motion to approve the 2025 Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission Work Plan
- PARCC Plan Refresher presentation (link provided in agenda)
- New credit card fee structure for recreation programs
- East Redmond Corridor monthly report (final report)
- Discussion of open commission seat recruitment and joint meeting with City Council (June 2025)
The Redmond Parks, Trails, and Recreation Commission approved the January 2025 meeting agenda (7-0) and the December 2024 minutes. Staff presented year-end recreation accomplishments, a PARCC Plan refresher, and new credit card fees. No substantive policy decisions were made; the work plan revision and 2025 officer elections were deferred to future meetings.
- Approved January 2025 meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved December 2024 meeting minutes as written
- Deferred work plan approval to next meeting
- Deferred 2025 Chair and Vice Chair vote to March
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from November and December 2024, and to receive a regional manager update on programs, services, and library statistics. No other business is scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024 and December 4, 2024
- Regional manager update on programs, services, and library statistics