Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee

Committee recommends passage of ethics, SODO BIA, and employment ordinances; confirms three reappointments

On December 11, 2025 the Governance, Accountability, and Economic Development Committee met in Council Chamber and recommended City Council pass ordinances on the Ethics Code for political consultants (as amended), SODO Parking and Business Improvement Area assessment changes (as amended), civil service exemptions/returns, and a Deferred Compensation Analyst classification; the committee also recommended confirmation of three reappointments to advisory bodies. Meeting started at 2:03 p.m. and adjourned at 4:18 p.m.