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July 21st, 2026 - City Council Meeting
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Sammamish Comprehensive Plan Amended to Remove 'Regional Growth Center' Designation
The City Council considered and approved a resolution to amend Land Use Policy 10.4 of the city's Comprehensive Plan to remove references to the 'Regional Growth Center' designation. This amendment was deemed necessary because Sammamish does not meet the criteria for such a designation under county-wide planning policies. The council agreed that removing this language was an error that needed correction and would not impact county-wide planning policies. The resolution passed unanimously.
Southeast Sixth Street Improvements Phase A Project Update: Road Construction Nears Completion, Targeting November Substantial Completion
The Public Works Department provided an update on the Southeast Sixth Street Improvements Phase A project. The project aims to construct the southern half of the street, which is located on the northern boundary of Lower Sammamish Commons Park and the southern boundary of Brownstones East and West parcels. The northern half of the street was previously constructed by developers. The project includes a single travel lane, angled parking spaces, a ten-foot sidewalk, pedestrian lighting, and incorporates existing rain gardens for stormwater management. The city plans to seek council action in August for a right-of-way dedication and consultant contract award. The estimated total project cost is $2.55 million, funded by the Transportation Capital Fund and Stormwater Capital Fund. Substantial completion is anticipated in November, weather permitting.
City Council Approves Amendments to Affordable Housing Program, Balancing New Development with Existing Resident Affordability
The city council discussed and ultimately voted on amendments to the Inclusionary Affordable Housing Program, specifically regarding exemptions and fee structures for new construction and home additions. The amendments aimed to balance the need for affordable housing with maintaining affordability for existing residents. After significant debate and several proposed amendments, the council voted to approve a motion that included averaging unit sizes for exemption eligibility and making exemption threshold changes retroactive to all permit applications. However, a subsequent amendment to apply the fee only to conditioned floor area above 1750 square feet failed. The final approved motion, effectively option one as presented on screen, passed with a 5-2 vote, but it was noted that a subsequent final vote on the language would be required due to substantive edits made during the meeting.
City Council Approves Updates to Code Governing Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulation Amendments
The council discussed a proposal for updating Title 24A of the Municipal Code, which governs how the comprehensive plan and development regulations are updated. Key changes include clarifying that subarea plans can be updated annually, waiving docket request fees for council/commission-initiated requests, and cleaning up language related to the docket process. The presentation highlighted significant effort from staff and the Planning Commission. The proposed changes aim to streamline the amendment process. The ordinance passed unanimously.
City Council Considers Streamlining Meeting Schedule to Improve Efficiency
The City Council reviewed and discussed proposed updates to the City Council's Rules of Procedure, primarily focusing on adjusting the meeting schedule. The proposed changes included eliminating the second Tuesday work session, adding shorter work sessions before regular meetings, and aiming for earlier adjournment times (around 9:00 PM). The objective was to improve efficiency, reduce overall meeting times, and allow staff and council members more time for preparation and recovery. The council expressed support for the concept of streamlining, with some members emphasizing the need to ensure sufficient time for deep dives into topics and clear communication with the public about the changes. The proposed changes were not voted on but will be brought back for action at a later meeting.
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