Sammamish City Council Retreat - Feb 7, 2026

The City of Sammamish held a comprehensive council retreat focused on reviewing and refining the city's goals, priorities, and work plans across multiple departments including public works, parks and recreation, community development, finance, IT, and public safety. Key discussions centered on establishing clear, measurable success metrics for goals such as housing, environmental sustainability, trust and transparency, and fiscal sustainability. The council emphasized the importance of maintaining core services while exploring performance-based budgeting to align resources with community priorities. Additionally, the meeting addressed the need for improved communication strategies, community engagement, and inclusivity initiatives, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. The retreat concluded with a commitment to collaborative governance and ongoing evaluation of city services to ensure effective and transparent management of public resources.