New codes of conduct and ethics will oversee city official behavior
The city passed these codes hoping to ensure city official accountability in the future.
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Sammamish sets 95% reduction goal for greenhouse gas emissions
After years of advocacy from youth and pro-environment council members, Sammamish has finally created a plan of action.
City grants emergency extension for homeless encampment Tent City 4
Although they faced some resistance, due to the support of others this homeless encampment was able to extend their permit to stay in Sammamish.
Council approves Town Center Brownstones West development
Plan for 28 townhomes and 10 single-family homes was approved after nearly three years of delays.
Council censures Treen for alleged violation of public records
Councilmember Treen was reprimanded for failing to report a violation of the Public Records Act.
City kicks off the process to update the comprehensive plan
The council is seeking feedback for the leading policy document to determine Sammamish’s future.
City council raises property taxes amidst economic uncertainty
Residents will pay an average additional $19.17 per year.
Council aims for stability with new city manager MacColl
Among the four candidates for the position, MacColl’s prior positions as deputy and interim city manager helped him stand out.
Local residents push Sammamish to take action on climate change
Sammamish is one of the only cities in King County-Cities Climate Collaboration to not have a climate action plan. These advocates want to change that.
Council appoints O’Farrell and Indapure to vacant seats
The two new council members have experience on city commissions and in community leadership, and will serve until Nov. 2023.