Elections in Washington local government
What Washington city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
293 Washington meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Washington with the most elections activity
- Clallam County, WA (28)
- King County, WA (27)
- Olympia, WA (24)
- Seattle, WA (19)
- Pierce County, WA (19)
- San Juan County, WA (16)
- Tacoma, WA (11)
- Lacey, WA (10)
- Bellevue, WA (9)
- Vancouver, WA (9)
- Auburn, WA (9)
- Port Townsend, WA (7)
Latest matching meetings
Committee reviews Safe Homes for All initiative and Water Integrated Resource Plan
The Government Performance and Finance Committee will consider recommendations for volunteers to serve on committees for the Safe Homes for All Initiative Measure No. 1. The body will also receive a briefing on the Water Integrated Resource Plan.
Committee to consider transit sales tax for November ballot
The Select Committee on Seattle Transportation Benefit District will discuss and possibly vote on an ordinance (CB 1212261) that would place a sales and use tax proposition before voters on November 3, 2026, to fund transit and related transportation programs in Seattle. Only written public comment is being accepted…
Arts Commission to discuss Cultural Plan Retreat and elect officers
The Bothell Arts Commission will discuss the Cultural Plan Retreat, update on the Strategic Plan, and consider the Outstanding Artist Award. The commission will also hold elections for chair, vice-chair, and secretary. Staff will report on upcoming Creative Arts Grant Award events and the 2027 application cycle.
Council considers levy lid lift ballot measure and tree ordinance changes
The City Council will review a resolution to submit a ballot measure for a levy lid lift and confirm committee appointments. Additionally, the council is considering an ordinance regarding Chapter 17.38.
Public hearing on proposed Seattle transit sales tax for Nov 2026 ballot
The Select Committee on Seattle Transportation Benefit District will hold a public hearing on Council Bill 1212261, which proposes placing a sales and use tax measure before voters at the November 3, 2026 election to fund transit and related transportation programs. The committee will conduct two comment sessions…
City Council schedules November special election for Safe Homes for All housing measure.
The Tacoma City Council will vote on two infrastructure contracts for pedestrian safety near Baker Middle School and wastewater pipe replacement along East 36th Street. Council members will also confirm a November special election for the Safe Homes for All housing initiative and approve a final reading of an…
Seattle Council to place a transit sales tax on the November 2026 ballot
The Select Committee on the Seattle Transportation Benefit District will review an ordinance to place a sales and use tax proposition on the November 3, 2026 ballot. If approved, the tax would fund transit and related transportation programs across Seattle. The committee will also hear public comment and review fiscal…
Arts Commission selects emerging artists and reviews Grand Connection Crossing update.
The Bellevue Arts Commission will review project updates and approve committee assignments for the upcoming term. Members will select artists for the Emerging Artist Projects program and receive an update on the Grand Connection Crossing public art initiative. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and a…
Board to vote on appointing Executive Director
The Public Facilities District Board will elect officers, ratify a legal contract (SR 06.25.26.01), and vote on appointing the Executive Director. They will also approve meeting minutes, claims and vouchers, and receive updates on May financials and the audit. A general manager update and possible executive session…
Council to consider property tax levy ballot measure for public safety
The Lake Forest Park City Council will consider a resolution to place a property tax levy on the November 2026 ballot to fund public safety services. The council is also set to take action on a Road Safety Action Plan, a master use permit for Forged Fiber 37, LLC, and a budget amendment. New business includes grant…
Design Commission to discuss Parker Rd cleanup and 76 Station
The Design Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to elect a Vice Chair, discuss a site cleanup at 5706 and 5712 Parker Rd, and consider a proposal at 13115 24th St E (76 Station). Staff will also introduce a new Planning Manager and announce a transition to Civiclerk with paper copies available on request.
Board prepares for City Council retreat on 2027 priorities
The Parks, Recreation, Trees, and Trails Advisory Board will elect a vice chair, discuss a permit update for a student project at Kah Tai Lagoon, and prepare input for the City Council's upcoming retreat on 2027 workplan priorities. The board will also relocate to the Skate Park at 607 Water St for an artists'…
Council considers budget emergency funds and new candidate disclosure rules
The Council will consider an emergency appropriation to increase funding for the Prosecuting Attorney due to revenue losses. They will also discuss a charter amendment regarding mandatory political history disclosures for county officials.
Council to consider ballot measure for police/public safety property tax levy
The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss Resolution 26-2084, which would place a measure on the November 2026 ballot asking voters to authorize exceeding state property tax limits for police and public safety services beginning in 2027. The committee will also review possible updates to the Governance…
Commission to elect chair and review reimagined public safety progress
The Social Justice & Equity Commission will elect a chair for 2026 and discuss a draft progress report on reimagining public safety. They may also approve a comment letter on the report.
Design Review Board to review Briggs Professional Suites project
The Design Review Board will hold a concept review for the Briggs Professional Suites project (Case 26-0442). The board will also elect a Design Review Board officer for the upcoming term.
Council considers a new sales tax proposition to fund Seattle transit
The committee will discuss an ordinance to place a sales and use tax on the November 3, 2026, ballot. This tax would provide funding for transit and related transportation programs within the Seattle Transportation Benefit District.
Pierce County Charter Review Commission meets to advance ballot proposals
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and potentially advance several proposed charter amendments to the ballot, including juvenile detention oversight and changes to the sheriff's office and initiative processes.
Commission to vote on charter amendments, including sheriff appointment and term limits
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission will consider a set of amendment proposals listed on the agenda. Items include changes to sheriff appointment qualifications, intergovernmental cooperation, the charter preamble, council member residency requirements, and competitive hiring for appointed positions. The…
Charter Review Commission considers 23 potential charter amendment proposals
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission will review proposals passed for final consideration and hear presentations from the Superior and Juvenile Courts. The body may take action on various amendment proposals regarding county governance and operations.
Commission reviews proposals to change Sheriff from elected to appointed
The 2026 Charter Review Commission is meeting to take public comment on 21 proposed charter amendments. These proposals include changes to elected office qualifications, hiring processes, and the structure of county leadership.
Public comment on multiple charter amendment proposals
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission will hold a special meeting to receive public comment on a series of charter amendment proposals. No votes or other actions will be taken; the commission will only hear comments on each listed item.
Charter Review Commission to consider 20 potential charter amendments
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission is holding a special meeting to review and potentially take action on 20 proposed amendments to the county charter. These proposals cover a range of governance issues including elected official terms, public safety oversight, and financial procedures.
Adams County Board of Health to elect officers for 2026-27 term
The Adams County Board of Health will meet to approve past minutes, discuss board updates, and elect a new chairman and vice-chairman for a one-year term.
Moses Lake council to adopt $73.8M six-year transportation program.
The Moses Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program, which outlines $73.8 million in planned road and bridge projects. The council will also consider a resolution to place a public safety sales tax measure on the ballot and approve routine contracts and…
Council to select voting delegates for AWC conference
The Sumner City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and appoint voting delegates for the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Conference. This is a procedural item with no other business on the agenda.
Commission to review utilities budget, elect chair
The Environmental Services Commission will elect a chair and vice chair and review the Utilities 2027-2028 Operating Budget and 2027-2032 CIP Budget proposals. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
Board approves contracts for elections, juvenile center, and road projects
The Benton County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including the renewal of agreements for substance use disorder treatment, the lease of a folder machine for the elections office, and the purchase of furniture for the juvenile justice center. The board will also authorize the advertising of bids…
Committee considers appointments to elections oversight committee
The Employment and Administration Committee will discuss and possibly act on two motions to confirm appointments to the citizens' elections oversight committee: one as a representative of the Korean-speaking community and one sponsored by a small city or junior taxing district. The committee will also receive…
Charter Review Commission to discuss various county government amendments
The 2026 Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss and review proposed amendments to the county charter. The body will consider new proposals and hold first and second readings on several substantive amendments.
Commission votes to amend Charter vacancy provisions in Proposal C‑40
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission will consider several amendment proposals, including a first‑reading discussion of new public amendments and a second‑reading vote on multiple items. The most consequential item is the amendment to Proposal C‑40, which changes the language governing suspension and removal of…
Public hearing on human services needs in Bellevue
The Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing to gather community input on human services needs. The commission will also elect officers and approve meeting minutes from May 18.
First Chimacum Drainage District meeting to discuss schedule, reports, and budget
The Chimacum Drainage District board will approve the May 12 special meeting minutes and discuss several items, including the meeting schedule and locations, a beaver management report, outreach efforts, a new grant process with Sierra of Jefferson County Conservation District, and preliminary budget matters. The…
Committee elects new chair and vice chair while reviewing solid waste plan
The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the January and April 2026 meetings, receive reports from the Cities of Sequim and Port Angeles and the County, and discuss updates to the Solid Waste Comprehensive Management Plan, including Chapters 3 and 4. The committee will also hold elections for a…
Board reviews agreements on septic management, road overlay, and voter pamphlet
The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will discuss an amendment to its agreement with the Puget Sound Partnership for the Onsite Septic Management Plan, a road overlay project on Old Olympic Highway between Kitchen Dick Road and Carlsborg Road, and an update on an Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant. Additional items…
Charter Review Commission discusses amendments to county governance
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss several proposed amendments to the county charter. The body will review items related to office vacancies, public services, and the size of the County Council.
City of Port Angeles seeks comments on seaplane float and ramp permit
The Marine Resources Committee will review a public notice for a shoreline substantial development permit to install a seaplane float and ramp at Hollywood Beach/City Pier, with written comments due by May 1, 2026. The meeting will also include the election of a chairperson, vice‑chairperson, and NWSC representative…
Board to review 90% draft of Parks and Recreation Open Space Plan
The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and provide feedback on the 90% draft of the Bothell Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan. The board will also vote on reappointments and elect a chairperson and vice chair. Public comments will be taken on these topics.
Charter Review Commission considers council size and sheriff appointment
The Pierce County Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss proposed amendments, including increasing the council size to nine members and changing the sheriff from an elected to an appointed position. The meeting will also cover veteran affairs and anti-discrimination language.
Commission to review street painting proposal and recommend to council
The Port Townsend Arts Commission will review a street painting proposal from the Jefferson County Farmers Market for the intersection of Tyler and F Street and vote on a recommendation to City Council. Commissioners will also elect a new chairperson, discuss a grant rubric proposal, and begin planning the 2027…