Resolution 1586RESOLUTION NO. 1586
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS
ESTABLISHING CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES AND A GOVERNING
FRAMEWORK FOR IMPLEMENTATION.
WHEREAS, the Ed monds City Council held a workshop retreat and study session on February 6
and February 11, 2026, to identify and refine key priorities to guide the City's strategic
direction; and
WHEREAS, the Council recognizes the need for clear, outcome focused priorities that can be
used for budgeting, performance tracking, and implementation; and
WHEREAS, the Council recognizes that effective governance depends upon engagement,
communication, and transparency as foundational practices that support community trust,
organizational alignment, and accountability;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS,
WASHINGTON AS FOLLOWS:
The purpose of this resolution is to establish the Edmonds City Council's priorities and the
framework through which said priorities will be implemented:
1.Financial Stability
Establish disciplined, outcomes-focused budgeting across all city spending-aligning
discretionary investments with Council priorities, tracking performance and results for required
services, and strengthening stable revenue plans to move the city out of crisis mode and into
long-term financial stability.
2.Strategic Clarity and Di rection
Establish clear council priorities and objectives to guide strategic decision-making and enable
modern, outcomes-focused governance that delivers clearer, more consistent results for the
community.