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.
364 Washington meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Washington with the most elections activity
- King County, WA (29)
- Clallam County, WA (28)
- Olympia, WA (24)
- Pierce County, WA (20)
- Seattle, WA (19)
- San Juan County, WA (15)
- Tacoma, WA (10)
- Lacey, WA (10)
- Bellevue, WA (9)
- Vancouver, WA (9)
- Gig Harbor, WA (9)
- Auburn, WA (9)
Latest matching meetings
Council of Neighborhoods plans elections, guest speakers, and January bylaws workshop
This is an executive meeting of the Everett Council of Neighborhoods to plan upcoming meetings. The group will discuss October elections, schedule guest speakers for October and November, and consider a January workshop to review bylaws. No decisions are made at this meeting; it is primarily administrative planning.
Committee to confirm Jason Lambacher for elections oversight role
The Employment and Administration Committee will vote to confirm Jason Lambacher for a seat on the citizens' elections oversight committee. The meeting also includes briefings on the OLEO Director recruitment, human resources updates, and the Chief of Staff's report. No other substantive policy items are listed on the…
Drainage district to set 2026-27 budget meeting schedule, 2028 voting calendar
The Chimacum Drainage District is holding a special meeting to continue discussions and potentially take action on its budget meeting schedule for the remainder of 2026 and 2027, including publication. The board will also discuss and potentially act on a voting calendar for the 2028 elections and priority projects…
Council to vote on jail voting day resolution and multiple contracts
The Snohomish County Council will vote on a resolution supporting Jail Voting Day to improve voter registration for eligible inmates, and will consider several consent agenda items including budget transfers, professional service agreements, and a software purchase. The meeting also includes administrative matters…
Commissioners to approve Clear Ballot voting system hardware purchase
The Benton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 18, 2026, to consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including contracts, fund transfers, and appointments. A public hearing is scheduled for a short plat vacation. The most notable item is the approval of new election…
County board to discuss open range code, disaster relief permits, surplus property hearing
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners meets over several days to discuss and act on county business. Key items include a public hearing on surplus county property, board discussion on open range code amendments and disaster relief permits, and a joint meeting with Chelan County commissioners. The agenda also…
City Council conducts interviews for vacant position No. 5
The Port Orchard City Council is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for an elective office vacancy. Following the interviews, the Council will enter an executive session to evaluate candidate qualifications for appointment to Council Vacant Position No. 5.
Jefferson County commissioners to vote on $1.8M in contracts and levy lift
The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve a consent agenda including $1.8M in contracts for services like election software, public health support, and road repairs, as well as a levy lid lift resolution. The meeting also includes workshops on harm reduction programs and a DOI briefing, with…
Puyallup Arts Commission to elect chair, review Nature's Throne repairs
The Arts & Culture Commission is meeting to elect a new chair and vice chair, approve minutes, and discuss new and old business. New business includes repairs to Nature's Throne, while old business covers updates on 2026 Signal Cabinet Wraps and the Library Display Case. The meeting is open to the public with written…
DEI Commission to discuss and approve 2027-2028 biennial budget
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the June 24, 2026 minutes, elect a Vice Chair for 2026, and discuss and approve the 2027-2028 biennial budget. The commission will also discuss goal team assignments, approve events like Diwali and Mental Health Awareness Month, and…
Arts commission to elect chair, discuss public art
The Mountlake Terrace Arts Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting. They will nominate and elect a chair and vice chair. There will be a discussion on public art with Kerem Onat. They will also discuss the 2026 Arts of the Terrace.
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.
Board discusses planning for 2028-2030 Educational Programs & Operations levy
The Board is reviewing timing and financial assumptions for the replacement Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) levy for 2028-2030. Staff is evaluating a scenario to maintain the current levy rate of $2.50 per $1,000 of assessed value. The District is recommending a November 2026 replacement levy election.
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…