Creates second full-time municipal judge position and eliminates court commissioner position to offset costs for 2026. Authorizes mayoral appointment with council approval anticipated February 2026, with election for full judicial term beginning January 1, 2030.
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Bill #2024-813
Municipal Court Judge Position Creation
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Summary
Meeting History
Discussed in 3 meetings
January 26, 2026
— Washington-Whatcom-Bellingham
City Council Regular Meeting
The Bellingham City Council convened for its first regular meeting of 2026, marked by significant announcements about modernized city operations and substantial infrastructure investments. The ...
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January 26, 2026
— Washington-Whatcom-Bellingham
Committee of the Whole
The Bellingham City Council Committee of the Whole held a brief but productive meeting focused on municipal court expansion and administrative improvements. The primary action was unanimous approval ...
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February 09, 2026
— Washington-Whatcom-Bellingham
City Council Regular Meeting
The Bellingham City Council conducted a busy regular meeting covering infrastructure investment, affordable housing preservation, and committee appointments. The most significant financial action was ...
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