Executive
Staff
The Executive Department includes the
mayor, city administrator, deputy city administrator and several specialized staff.
Responsibilities
Issaquah operates under the mayor-council form of government. In this form, the elected mayor serves as the city’s chief administrative officer. Under the direction of the mayor, the administrators:
- Carry out policies established by the City Council
- Provide leadership to all city departments
- Assess community needs and develop strategies
- Lead interdepartmental planning efforts
- Work collaboratively with regional partners
This office also includes several specialized positions that oversee
public communications, legal issues,
human services,
arts and special projects.