Des Moines Detail
The Des Moines City Council Meeting is on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
Des Moines City Council Full Agenda
PUBLIC HEARING/CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING 2026 PROPERTY TAX LEVY - 1st READING Staff Presentation by Finance Director Jeff Friend 2026 Property Tax Levy
New Business
- Marina Steps Project:
Public Works Director Mike Slevin presentation on contracts and consultant agreements for construction, administration, and engineering services for the Marina Steps project. - Water/Sewer Franchise Agreements:
Presentation by Tyler Beekley, Surface Water/Environmental Engineer, regarding updated utility franchise agreements. - B&O Tax Model Ordinance Update (1st Reading):
Assistant City Attorney Matthew Hutchins presentation outlining updates aligning the city’s ordinance with the state’s model. - Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) – King County Metro Transit:
City Manager Katherine Caffrey propose a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Des Moines and King County Metro to enhance transit coordination. - Consultant Services Contract – Nelson/Nygaard:
Council considered a contract with Nelson/Nygaard for consulting services (likely transportation or planning-related). - New Agenda Items for Consideration:
Time reserved for introducing potential future discussion items.
Additional Reports
- Councilmember Reports: Updates from councilmembers on regional and community matters (approx. 30 minutes).
- Presiding Officer’s Report: Remarks from the Mayor or Council President.
- Executive Session: Held as needed for confidential discussions.
Next Meeting: November 6, 2025 – City Council Study Session
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