Redmond public meetings in 2025

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

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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 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

Redmond Disability Board

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 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 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 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 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 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 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)

Redmond Disability Board

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 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)

Planning Commission

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 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 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)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

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)

Redmond Disability Board

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 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 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)

Planning Commission

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 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 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)

Redmond Disability Board

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

Planning Commission

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)

Civil Service Commission

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)

Human Services Commission

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 Disability Board

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)

Planning Commission

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)

Planning Commission

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 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 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

Planning Commission

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)

Redmond Disability Board

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)

Planning Commission

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 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)