Woodway Town Council to meet two days this week Sept. 2 and 3

Edmonds, WALocal News

The Woodway Town Council will meet on September 2 and 3, focusing on significant governance matters. An executive session on September 2 will address potential litigation starting at 5:30 p. m. , followed by a public business meeting at 6 p. m.

that includes a retirement celebration for Position 5 Councilmember Elizabeth Mitchell. The September 3 meeting will feature interviews for the vacant council seat, with candidates Micah Blair, Per Odegaard, and Alethea Westover vying for the position. Following the interviews, the council will enter an executive session to discuss the candidates before appointing the new councilmember. These meetings highlight the council's efforts to ensure effective governance and community representation in Woodway. Both sessions will occur at Town Hall and will be broadcast via Microsoft Teams, providing accessibility for community members.

This approach emphasizes the council's commitment to transparency and public engagement.

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