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 Edmonds 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 Direction
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.
3. Prioritization, Trade-offs, and Capacity
Make clear, equitable, and transparent choices about city priorities, recognizing limited capacity,
and focusing efforts where they deliver the greatest overall community benefit.
4. Economic Development
Support and strengthen existing businesses while attracting new businesses and shaping
economic growth and redevelopment opportunities that preserve Edmonds neighborhood
character, enhance livability in commercial and urban areas, and advance long-term financial
stability.
The priorities set forth in this resolution, do define the council's focus. These priorities shall be
implemented and evaluated through a consistent commitment to engagement, communication,
and transparency as governing practices that guide how the council conducts its work.
This framework ensures clarity of process, accessibility of information, and accountability in
how community and stakeholder input informs decision -making across all priorities
Attached Exhibits: Exhibit A
RESOLVED this 24t' day of February, 2026.
CITY OF EDMONDS
Mayor, Mike Rosen
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED
City Clerk, Luke Lonie
EXHIBIT A
Engagement,
Communication &
Transparency
1.