The City Council unanimously approved Resolution 1499, adopting Snohomish’s Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program for 2027–2032. The 5-0 vote authorized the mayor to file the program with the State Secretary of Transportation and required agencies.

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Briefing

Jun 2, 2026

Council Approves Three-Year Labor Agreements

The council unanimously authorized the mayor to sign collective bargaining agreements with the Teamsters 763 Public Works and Office Technical groups covering January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028.

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Briefing

May 28, 2026

Council Reviews Goals, Projects and Records System

Snohomish reported 54 public-records requests through May 26, 2026, with an average fulfillment time of 31 days and 25 requests still open. The council also reviewed the city’s financial outlook, prioritized proposed 2027–2028 goals, and identified priority current and planned projects.

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Briefing

May 19, 2026

Council Approves Third and Pine Design Work

The Council unanimously authorized the mayor to sign a fifth contract amendment with Lawhead Architects for final design development and permitting for the revised Third and Pine project. It also unanimously confirmed Michael Stevens as Planning and Development Services Director, while postponing action on Ordinance 2538 for a future discussion.

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Briefing

Apr 21, 2026

First Street Master Plan Approved

The Council unanimously approved Resolution 1498 adopting the First Street Master Plan, with a 7-0 vote. It also unanimously authorized the mayor to execute a commercial and investment purchase and sale agreement for 2504 Menzel Lake Road; the minutes do not specify whether the City is buying or selling the property.

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Briefing

Apr 7, 2026

Council Approves Teamsters Settlement

Following an executive session, the City Council unanimously voted 5-0 to authorize the Mayor to sign a settlement agreement with the Teamsters Union.

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Briefing

Mar 17, 2026

Council Adopts Updated Housing Rules

The Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2536 updating rules for accessory dwelling units, detached dwellings, and cottage housing, with section 5 removed. A proposed 1,200-square-foot maximum dwelling size failed 4-3.

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Briefing

Mar 3, 2026

Council reviews housing and First Street plans

The Council unanimously approved consent items, including appointments to the Planning Commission and Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, contracts for the Easter Parade and Farmers Market, and a separation agreement. It also reviewed the Draft First Street Master Plan and provided guidance, but took no formal action on it.

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Briefing

Feb 17, 2026

Council Authorizes First Street Property Negotiations

The City Council unanimously voted 7-0 to authorize the City Administrator to counter the current offer and negotiate documents for the purchase and sale of 1301 First Street. The council also received an update that SR 9 bridge replacement work is underway, with pile driving, detours, and roadway closures expected to affect city streets.

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Briefing

Feb 3, 2026

Council Approves Routine Consent Items

The Snohomish City Council approved vouchers and ACH transactions, along with the January 20 meeting minutes, by a 6-0 vote.

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Briefing

Jan 20, 2026

Council reviews police report

The Council received the Snohomish Police Department’s third-quarter report, but the minutes record no related action or policy change. Council also unanimously approved the agenda and consent items, including vouchers, prior minutes, and the mayor’s appointment of a deputy city treasurer.

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Briefing

Jan 6, 2026

Council Lowers Second Street Speed Limit

The council approved lowering Second Street’s posted speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph by a 6-0 vote, with new signs estimated to cost $500 from the Streets Fund.

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