Prospective Candidate Hybrid Workshop 03/30/2023 05:00 PM Mercer Island City Hall and via Zoom

We strive to create an inclusive and accessible experience. Those requiring accommodation for Council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s Office three (3) days prior to the meeting at 206.275.7793 or by emailing cityclerk@mercerisland.gov.

WELCOME, INTRODUCTIONS, AGENDA REVIEW

CANDIDATE RESOURCES

1.Serving on the City Council

COUNCIL-MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT

2.City Manager as the Only Appointed Official
3.International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Code of Ethics
4.City of Mercer Island Code of Ethics

COUNCILMEMBER COMMITMENT

5.Compensation
6.Filing for Office
7.Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) Filing

COUNCILMEMBER ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

8.Meeting Commitment
9.Councilmember Workload

CITY MANAGER REPORT

10.Q&A
11.Information Resources:

Council Candidate Orientation – June 8, 2023 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Council-Elect Orientation – December 2023, date to be determined

City Website – https://www.mercerisland.gov/

Staff:
Jessi Bon, City Manager (jessi.bon@mercerisland.gov)
Ali Spietz, Chief of Administration (ali.spietz@mercerisland.gov)
Andrea Larson, City Clerk (andrea.larson@mercerisland.gov)