# Issaquah City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting September 14, 2026

The City of Issaquah held a Committee of the Whole meeting on September 14, 2026, focusing primarily on updates and discussions related to impact fees, performance measurement systems, and budget considerations for public safety and infrastructure. Key procurement-related topics included a proposed update to parks, fire, police, and general government mitigation fees, with a near-term interim update planned for early 2027 and a comprehensive update in 2028. The council discussed the methodology and timing of impact fee collections, emphasizing the need to balance development costs and housing affordability while maintaining infrastructure funding. Additionally, the meeting covered the city's performance measurement framework, proposing a refinement to better align metrics with strategic goals and improve data presentation to support council decision-making. Budget discussions highlighted challenges in funding for Eastside Fire and Rescue, including equipment replacement and overtime costs, with concerns about reliance on reimbursements and the impact of monopolistic pricing in fire apparatus procurement. No formal votes were recorded during this session, but council members provided extensive feedback and requested further analysis and follow-up presentations on these topics.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 14, 2026

### Sources
- [Issaquah City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting September 14, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ut2W1ZoiMI) - City of Issaquah