City Council Business Meeting | June 2, 2026

The City Council of Redmond held a regular business meeting on June 2, 2026, which included significant discussions on procurement and regulatory matters. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of a $38.5 million acquisition of the Highleberg Materials property for the city's Maintenance and Operations Center (MOC), with assurances of environmental due diligence and stormwater management to protect local groundwater. The council also approved the first contract amendment for a progressive design-build (PDB) project with Lease Crutcher Lewis Washington for the MOC rebuild, emphasizing the importance of securing long-lead materials and planning for future amendments. Additionally, the council addressed an interim official control (IOC) regulating commercial drone ports, ultimately voting to impose a moratorium on drone port land uses in all zoning districts while permanent regulations are developed, reflecting community concerns about noise, privacy, and safety. Public hearings and extensive community engagement were integral to these discussions, with multiple stakeholders providing input on noise ordinances affecting local shooting ranges and the implications of drone operations. The meeting also included updates on tenant protection policies, environmental grant funding, and community events, but no other procurement actions were noted.