TO: Committee of the Whole - Public Safety and Human Services
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Fire |
Adrian Sheppard, Fire Chief |
425-556-2200 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Fire |
Jim Whitney |
Deputy Fire Chief - Operations |
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Fire |
Caleb Freeman |
Battalion Chief - Training |
TITLE:
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Approval of Interlocal Agreement for Hazardous Materials Response
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
The City of Redmond is being asked to approve the updated Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for Hazardous Materials Response alongside regional partner agencies. The agreement establishes a joint framework for training, funding, and coordinated response to hazardous materials incidents across participating jurisdictions.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☐ Receive Information ☒ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
Fire Department 2022-2027 Strategic Plan
• Required:
RCW 39.34 - Interlocal Cooperation Act
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
o The agreement outlines responsibilities for governance, cost-sharing, equipment management, and response protocols.
o Bellevue Fire Department continues to serve as the administering agency.
o The updated agreement includes revised language for new members, cost allocations, and termination procedures.
OUTCOMES:
Approval of this agreement enables continued regional coordination in response to hazardous materials incidents. It provides Redmond with access to shared resources, consistent training standards, and cost-effective operational support through the Hazardous Materials Consortium Fund.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
N/A
• Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$25,000
The Executive Board approves an annual budget and member contributions are scheduled and invoiced accordingly each year.
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
0000277
Budget Priority:
Safe and Resilient Community
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☒ No ☐ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
N/A
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
Item has not been presented to Council |
N/A |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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8/4/2025 |
Business Meeting |
Approve |
Time Constraints:
Agencies are seeking timely execution of the ILA to proceed with 2025 coordination and planning.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
Redmond may lose access to regional hazardous materials resources, joint training opportunities, and shared funding mechanisms. The City would be required to independently fund and manage response to HM incidents, increasing operational and financial burden.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Hazardous Materials Interlocal Agreement - Final (2025)