City Council Special and Regular Meeting
Special MeetingMedina, WA · January 26, 2026
Minutes
MEDINA, WASHINGTON
MEDINA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Hybrid – Virtual/In-Person
Medina City Hall – Council Chambers
501 Evergreen Point Road, Medina, WA 98039
Monday, January 26, 2026 – 5:00 PM
MINUTES
1. STUDY SESSION
Mayor Rossman called the study session of the Medina City Council to order in the
Council Chambers at 5:02pm
PRESENT
Mayor Jessica Rossman
Deputy Mayor Randy Reeves
Councilmember Joseph Brazen (arrived 5:08 PM)
Councilmember Laura Bustamante
Councilmember Michael Luis
Councilmember Heija Nunn
ABSENT
Councilmember Harini Gokul
STAFF
Swanson, Osada, Wagner, Wilcox, Sass, Robertson, Nations
1.1 2026 Draft Capital Project List by Ryan Osada, Public Works Director
Ryan Osada, Public Works Director gave presentation on the 2026 Draft Capital Project
List. Council discussed, asked questions and staff responded.
ACTION: Discussion only; no action taken.
2. REGULAR MEETING - CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Mayor Rossman called the regular meeting of the Medina City Council to order in the
Council Chambers at 6:00 pm.
PRESENT
Mayor Jessica Rossman
Deputy Mayor Randy Reeves
Councilmember Joseph Brazen
Councilmember Laura Bustamante
Councilmember Michael Luis
Councilmember Heija Nunn
ABSENT
Councilmember Harini Gokul
STAFF
Swanson, Osada, Wagner, Wilcox, Sass, Robertson, Nations
3. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
Mayor Rossman added an additional Executive Session to item 13 as RCW 42.30.110
(1(b).
ACTION: By consensus the meeting agenda was approved as amended.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Mayor Jessica Rossman opened the public comment period. There were no speakers,
and the public comments was closed.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1 Introduction of New Assistant Finance Director
Ryan Wagner Finance/HR director introduced the new Assistant Finance Director, Leah
Struthers. She has 20 years’ professional experience in the finance and accounting
world. Council welcomed Ms. Struthers and is excited to have her join the team.
Ms. Struthers addressed the council and is very excited to be working here.
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
6.1a State Legislative Update
Jeff Swanson gave a brief update on the State Legislative Session updates and what is
happening in Olympia. He gave a brief report on the AWC City Action days he attended
along with Mayor Rossman and councilmembers Nunn and Bustamante they met with
representatives and were able to ask questions. They all reported it was a great event.
Jeff Swanson gave a brief overview of the AWC hot sheet for bills. He noted bills to be
watched and bills the council may be acting on. Council asked questions and staff
responded.
Jeff Swanson read a statement on federal law enforcement activities within local
jurisdictions. The statement is posted on the City’s website under “Community News”
and was posted on social media outlets.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
ACTION: Councilmember Reeves moved to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion
was Seconded by Councilmember Bustamante and carried by a vote of 6-0.
7.1 Amending Chapter 2.04 MMC to update Council Meeting times and procedures
Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 1051.
Staff Contacts: Jeff Swanson, City Manager and Jennifer Robertson, City Attorney
8. LEGISLATIVE HEARING
None.
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9.1 Public Hearing on Interim Official Control – Outdoor Lighting
Recommendation: Receive Public Comment and discussion.
Staff Contacts: Jeff Swanson, City Manager and Jennifer Robertson, City Attorney
Mayor Rossman opened the public hearing for the Public Hearing on Interim Official
Control – Outdoor Lighting and gave a brief introduction to the purpose of the hearing.
Jennifer Robertson, City Attorney gave a brief update on the Public Hearing on Interim
Official Control – Outdoor Lighting concerns about lighting was brought up by residents
during public engagement.
The steps taken:
June 2025 council directed staff to bring forward a Lighting Ordinance that would
take effect with Middle Housing to do that timely staff created an Interim Official
control on Outdoor lighting which is a temporary land use code update in effect
while matters could be studied.
Public hearing was held in July 2025.
December 8, 2025, council extended the IOC.
Tonight is the mandated public hearing. The IOC will be in effect June 2026. The
Planning Commission will address the code and is working towards getting an
official code update to the Council by June 2026.
Council discussed, asked questions and staff responded.
Mayor Rossman opened the public hearing comment period. There were no speakers
without objection, Mayor Rossman closed the public hearing.
10. CITY BUSINESS
10.1 Council Committee Structures - Finance, Personnel, Development Services
Recommendation: Discussion and direction.
Staff Contacts: Jeff Swanson, City Manager and Jessica Rossman, Mayor
Mayor Rossman and City Manager Swanson gave overview of the council committees
and external committees. Council discussed, asked questions and staff responded.
The committee assignments will be assigned on February 9, 2026, at the council
meeting.
11. REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
No additional requests presented.
12. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Jessica Rossman opened the public comment period. The following person
addressed the council:
Chris Koh addressed the council regarding lighting issues with nearby neighbor’s
houses; without window coverings they should be required and landscaping pathway
lighting should have controls to be turned off when not occupied.
There were no additional speakers, and the public comments was closed.
13. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
The Council entered Executive Session at 6:59 PM to discuss matters as authorized
under the following:
RCW 42.30.110 (1)(b), RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i), and RCW 42.30.110 (1)(g)
ACTION: No action was taken following the Executive Session.
The City Attorney Jennifer Robertson was present during the Executive Session
14. ADJOURNMENT
Council adjourned from Executive Session.
Meeting minutes taken by Dawn Nations, Acting City Clerk
Agenda
MEDINA CITY COUNCIL
Monday, January 26, 2026
5:00 PM – STUDY SESSION
6:00 PM - REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
VISION STATEMENT
Medina is a family-friendly, diverse and inclusive community on the shores
of Lake Washington. With parks and open spaces, Medina is a quiet and
safe small city, with active and highly-engaged residents. Medina honors its
heritage while preserving its natural environment and resources for current
and future generations.
MISSION STATEMENT
Ensure efficient delivery of quality public services, act as responsible
stewards of Medina's financial and natural resources, celebrate diversity,
leverage local talent, and promote the safety, health, and quality of life of
those who live, work, and play in Medina.
MEDINA, WASHINGTON
MEDINA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING
Hybrid - On-line/In-Person
Medina City Hall – Council Chambers
501 Evergreen Point Road, Medina, WA 98039
Monday, January 26, 2026 – 5:00 PM
AGENDA
MAYOR | Jessica Rossman
DEPUTY MAYOR | Randy Reeves
COUNCIL MEMBERS | Joseph Brazen, Laura Bustamante, Harini Gokul, Michael Luis,
Heija Nunn
CITY MANAGER | Jeff Swanson
CITY ATTORNEY | Jennifer S. Robertson
ACTING CITY CLERK | Dawn Nations
Hybrid Meeting Participation
The Medina City Council has moved to hybrid meetings, offering both in-person and online
meeting participation. Medina City Council welcomes and encourages in-person public
comments. To participate in person, please fill out a comment card upon arrival at City Hall and
turn it in to the City Clerk. To participate online, please register your request with the City Clerk
at 425.233.6410 or email dnations@medina-wa.gov and leave a message before 2PM on the day
of the Council meeting; please reference Public Comments for the Council meeting on your
correspondence. The City Clerk will call you by name or telephone number when it is your turn
to speak. You will be allotted 3 minutes for your comment and will be asked to stop when you
reach the 3-minute limit. The city will also accept written comments to Council@medina-wa.gov
at any time.
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1. STUDY SESSION
The Study Session is an informal discussion for the City Council. This session is held in
person only and is not recorded. The public is welcome to attend; however, Zoom
access will not be available until the regular meeting begins at 6:00 PM.
1.1 2026 Draft Capital Project List by Ryan Osada, Public Works Director
Time Estimate: 50 minutes
The Regular meeting will start at 6:00 PM.
2. REGULAR MEETING - CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Council Members Brazen, Bustamante, Gokul, Luis, Nunn, Reeves, Rossman
3. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
4. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Individuals wishing to speak live during the Virtual City Council meeting may register their
request with the Acting City Clerk at 425.233.6410 or email dnations@medina-wa.gov and
leave a message before 2PM on the day of the Council meeting. Please reference Public
Comments for the Council Meeting on your correspondence. The Acting City Clerk will call
on you by name or telephone number when it is your turn to speak. You will be allotted 3
minutes for your comment and will be asked to stop when you reach the 3-minute limit.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1 Introduction of New Assistant Finance Director
Time Estimate: 5 minutes
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Time Estimate: 10 minutes
6.1a State Legislative Update
7. CONSENT AGENDA
Time Estimate: 5 minutes
Consent agenda items are considered to be routine and will be considered for adoption
by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a
Councilmember or City staff requests the Council to remove an item from the consent
agenda.
7.1 Amending Chapter 2.04 MMC to update Council Meeting times and procedures
Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 1051.
Staff Contacts: Jeff Swanson, City Manager and Jennifer Robertson, City Attorney
8. LEGISLATIVE HEARING
None.
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9.1 Public Hearing on Interim Official Control – Outdoor Lighting
Recommendation: Receive Public Comment and discussion.
Staff Contacts: Jeff Swanson, City Manager and Jennifer Robertson, City Attorney
Time Estimate: 20 minutes
10. CITY BUSINESS
10.1 Council Committee Structures - Finance, Personnel, Development Services
Recommendation: Discussion and direction.
Staff Contacts: Jeff Swanson, City Manager and Jessica Rossman, Mayor
Time Estimate: 20 minutes
11. REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
a) Requests for future agenda items.
12. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comment period is limited to 10 minutes. Speaker comments are limited to one minute
per person.
13. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS
Tie Estimate: 15 minutes
RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i)
To discuss with legal counsel representing the agency matters relating to agency
enforcement actions, or to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency litigation or
potential litigation to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an
official capacity is, or is likely to become, a party, when public knowledge regarding the
discussion is likely to result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency;
and
Time Estimate: 30 minutes
RCW 42.30.110 (1)(g)
To evaluate the qualifications of an applicant for public employment or to review the
performance of a public employee. However, subject to RCW 42.30.140(4), discussion by
a governing body of salaries, wages, and other conditions of employment to be generally
applied within the agency shall occur in a meeting open to the public, and when a
governing body elects to take final action hiring, setting the salary of an individual
employee or class of employees, or discharging or disciplining an employee, that action
shall be taken in a meeting open to the public.
No action will be taken following Executive Sessions.
14. ADJOURNMENT
Next regular City Council Meeting: February 9, 2026, at 5 PM.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Public documents related to items on the open session portion of this agenda, which are
distributed to the City Council less than 72 hours prior to the meeting, shall be available for public
inspection at the time the documents are distributed to the Council. Documents are available for
inspection at the City Clerk's office located in Medina City Hall.
The agenda items are accessible on the City’s website at www.medina-wa.gov on Thursdays or
Fridays prior to the Regular City Council Meeting.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a disability-related modification
or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in this meeting, please
contact the City Clerk’s Office at (425) 233-6410 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Monday, February 9, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, February 16, 2026 - Presidents' Day - City Hall Closed
Monday, February 23, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, March 9, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, March 23, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, April 13, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, April 27, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, May 11, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, May 25, 2026 - Memorial Day - City Hall Closed
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Monday, June 8, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Friday, June 19, 2026 - Juneteenth - City Hall Closed
Monday, June 22, 2026 - City Council Meeting (5:00PM)
Friday, July 3, 2026 - Independence Day - City Hall Closed
CERTIFICATION OF POSTING AGENDA
The agenda for Monday, January 26, 2026, Special and Regular Meeting of the Medina City
Council was posted and available for review on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at City Hall of the
City of Medina, 501 Evergreen Point Road, Medina, WA 98039. The agenda is also available on
the city website at www.medina-wa.gov.
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