City officials are serious and passionate about community priorities and eager to increase City participation and representation in the Washington State legislative process. City leaders are highly engaged in this work, advocating for funding and policy priorities that benefit our community. A standing project team led by the Mayor’s Office coordinates this work and a contract lobbying team represents the City in Olympia during the legislative session and year around. City leaders also enjoy strong relationships with elected state representatives and interact regularly with them.
2026 Legislative Agenda
(Draft legislative agenda to come, anticipated to be posted by January 2, 2026)
2025 Legislative Agenda
2025 Legislative Agenda (printable PDF)
A Living Document
While the annual legislative agenda as presented and approved by City Council represents key City priorities, it is a living document. City leaders and our contract lobbying team monitor legislative activities, interact with our delegation and others, and address emerging legislation as needed during the session and throughout the year.
Partner Legislative Priorities
The City values its local partners in public service, advocacy organizations representing specific service areas, and our tribal government neighbors. We support their priorities where needs and interests align.
