# 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 city services, community programs, and infrastructure funding. Key procurement-related topics included a detailed presentation on proposed updates to impact fees for parks, fire, police, general government, and transportation, aimed at reducing development costs and improving housing feasibility. The council discussed near-term and long-term options for updating these fees, with a recommendation to proceed with a phased approach starting in early 2027. There was also extensive deliberation on the city's performance measurement system, including proposals to refine how performance data is organized and reported to better inform council decision-making and budget priorities. Additionally, the meeting covered budget considerations for Eastside Fire and Rescue, including equipment replacement and capital facilities maintenance funds, with discussions on funding shortfalls, overtime costs, and the impact of fire apparatus monopolies on costs. No formal votes were recorded during the meeting, but council members provided feedback and requested further analysis on impact fees, performance metrics, and fire department budgeting.

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

### Sources
- [Issaquah City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting - September 14, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuDg5Dw3dos) - City of Issaquah