City Council Business Meeting | September 15, 2026

The City of Redmond held a regular City Council Business Meeting on September 15, 2026. The meeting included a detailed presentation from One Redmond on their 2025 annual economic development contract report and ongoing efforts to support small businesses, business recruitment, and industry cluster development, including the Redmond Space District and Washington Interactive Network. The council approved the swearing-in of new commission members and passed the 2026 community stability funding recommendations. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public comments on various community issues such as noise from pickleball courts, bike safety, and human services funding. The council also reviewed the second quarter financial report, noting strong sales tax revenues and overall positive budget performance. A key procurement-related discussion involved the approval of a sole source consultant contract with Project CORE for a human resources assessment at a cost of $318,500. The council engaged in extensive dialogue about the selection process, scope, and cost justification of this contract, expressing concerns about the lack of competitive bidding and the timing relative to hiring a new HR director. The meeting concluded with announcements of upcoming committee meetings and two executive sessions on potential litigation and real estate matters, with no further public action taken.