Update: Local Power Outages

9:45 a.m. Oct. 25: Puget Sound Energy (PSE) crews have restored power to most of Issaquah following windy weather this weekend. A few small outages are still present on PSE's outage map. 

Earlier power outages were the result of the wind ...

Election 2021: City Hall Ballot Drop Box is Open

Voters: ballots are being mailed, drop boxes are open and soon you'll make your decisions on important issues. 

King County Elections offers more information about how to complete and return your ballot. Once you've completed and sealed your ballo...

Vaccine Verification or Negative COVID-19 Test Required for Facilities

Starting Oct. 25, 2021, a verification of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test will be required by Public Health — Seattle & King County to participate in activities, events, fitness programs or other gatherings in the following City of Iss...

State Parks: Free Entrance Days in 2021

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will again offer 12 free days next year, in which day-use visitors won’t need a Discover Pass to visit state parks by vehicle. The first free day of 2021 is New Year’s Day, Jan. 1.

State Parks free days ...

City Offices to Close to Public through October 29

Update: As the COVID-19 delta variant continues to spread in King County, Issaquah City Hall will close to in-person services through Oct 29. Many options are still available online, including virtual Permit Center appointments and auto-pay for utility bi...

Wildfire Season: Sign Up for Emergency Notifications

We’re preparing for wildfire season. Are you? 

Even in temperate western Washington, it can take only a few sunny days for forests to dry out enough to catch fire. With windy conditions wildfires can get out of control quickly.

Did you know you can...

Public Safety Tip: Make a Workplace Safety Plan

There are critical but simple steps to improve the safety and security of your business and our community. One small step to take is to prepare a workplace safety plan. While you might focus on preventing external threats, many elements within your busine...

Public Safety Tip: Got a Lock?

There are critical but simple steps to improve the safety and security of your business and our community. One small step to take to protect your business space is to install a secure and appropriate lock. While you might not think twice about the lock on...

City Hall: New Billing and Permit Fee Box

A new billing and permit payment box has been installed at City Hall (130 E Sunset Way) to provide another flexible and secure way to make payment and to mitigate disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The box can be used for the following purposes:...

Election 2021: City Hall Ballot Drop Box is Open

Voters: ballots are being mailed, drop boxes are open and soon you'll make your decisions on important issues. 

King County Elections offers more information about how to complete and return your ballot. Once you've completed and sealed your ballo...

City Offices to Close to Public through October 29

Update: As the COVID-19 delta variant continues to spread in King County, Issaquah City Hall will close to in-person services through Oct 29. Many options are still available online, including virtual Permit Center appointments and auto-pay for utility bi...

Snoqualmie Tribe: Ancestral Lands Movement

Earlier this year, the Snoqualmie Tribe launched an Ancestral Lands Movement to: 

• Spread awareness of the Snoqualmie people, who have lived in the southern Salish Sea region since time immemorial. 
• Share the significance of these lands and...

Now Updated: Development Report

Learn more about current construction projects in Issaquah, including updates on the high school and elementary school at Providence Point; Mallard Pointe- a 34-unit development in South Lake Sammamish; Panorama- a 63 unit development in Talus; new afford...

Update: Local Power Outages

9:45 a.m. Oct. 25: Puget Sound Energy (PSE) crews have restored power to most of Issaquah following windy weather this weekend. A few small outages are still present on PSE's outage map. 

Earlier power outages were the result of the wind ...

Wildfire Season: Sign Up for Emergency Notifications

We’re preparing for wildfire season. Are you? 

Even in temperate western Washington, it can take only a few sunny days for forests to dry out enough to catch fire. With windy conditions wildfires can get out of control quickly.

Did you kn...

Council Adopts Ordinance Establishing Stipends for Boards & Commissions

Issaquah City Council adopted an Ordinance establishing a stipend program for Boards and Commissions. The intent of this program is to help reduce access-related barriers to serve as volunteers on the City’s community advisory boards, thus increasing comm...

Utility Discounts and Rebates

The City of Issaquah provides discounts on select programs and services: 

Utility Rebate: A $100 rebate check on water utility bills is provided to each Issaquah resident enrolled in the Puget Sound Energy - PSE HELP program, to homeowners and ren...

Mediation Services for Issaquah Residents, Landlords and Small Businesses

The Dispute Resolution Center of King County provides Issaquah tenants, landlords and local business owners who have been impacted by COVID-19 comprehensive conflict resolution services including the Eviction Resolution Program (ERP), small claims court m...

Career and Volunteer Opportunities with Issaquah Non-Profit Agencies

Career Opportunities

Eastside Baby Corner is seeking a dedicated, self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills and a community-centric focus to fill the Program Assistant, Volunteers & Distribution posi...

Upcoming Work: Highlands Drive Water Main Installation

The City of Issaquah is currently constructing a booster pump station, which will provide a redundant option for delivering drinking water to the Issaquah Highlands (including more than 5,000 residents) and Swedish Hospital, which serves as a critical car...

Update: Olde Town Traffic Calming

The City has an update regarding Olde Town traffic calming:

• School crosswalk signs have been installed at major uncontrolled crosswalks within 800 feet of school properties located in Olde Town. This includes Clark Elementary, Issaquah High School and Issa...

Traffic Alert: I-90 Overnight Work

Starting in May, 2021, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will resume night work on a project to add capacity on Interstate 90, between 150th Avenue Southeast in Bellevue and State Route 900 in Issaquah....

Vaccine Verification or Negative COVID-19 Test Required for Facilities

Starting Oct. 25, 2021, a verification of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test will be required by Public Health — Seattle & King County to participate in activities, events, fitness programs or other gatherings in the following City of Iss...

Fall Recreation Guide Released

The Fall 2021 Recreation Guide is here and packed full of important dates and events.

Fit and Fun for All Program

Thanks to the Issaquah Recovery Task Force, the City launched its “Fit and Fun for All” program during the pandemic, which funded new opportunities for community members to exercise outdoors.

At Memorial Field in Olde Town, the City ins...

State Parks: Free Entrance Days in 2021

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will again offer 12 free days next year, in which day-use visitors won’t need a Discover Pass to visit state parks by vehicle. The first free day of 2021 is New Year’s Day, Jan. 1.

St...

Update: Pool to Reopen Sept. 24

Following an unplanned closure at the Julius Boehm Pool, the facility will reopen Sept. 24. During routine annual maintenance last month, an issue was discovered related to the pool circulation pump, and a new part was needed before reopening the pool. Th...

UPDATE: IPD Seeks Person of Interest in Catalytic Converter Thefts

Tips to Prevent Car Prowls and Thefts

The Issaquah Police Department has seen a spike in car prowls over the last month. 

 Most car prowls are crimes of opportunity. While IPD works to identify and arrest suspects in these recent cases, here’s how you can help make your vehic...

Pink Patch Project: Issaquah Police Department Promotional Patch Released

The Issaquah Police Department (IPD) have released their annual promotional uniform patch as part of the Pink Patch Project. The patch can be purchased for $10. Simply email your request in to IPD to get instructions for payment and how to receive the pat...

Senior Center: October Newsletter is Here!

The October Newsletter is here! We have tons of virtual resources, events and classes. Be sure to check out the lunch menu to see what is being offered to go daily!

Sign Up: Aging Mastery Program

The Issaquah Senior Center has limited spots remaining for their hybrid Aging Master Program. Interested participants can RSVP by calling 425-837-3339 or emailing staff. Participants can take part in the program either remotely through Zoom or at the Issa...

Traffic Alert: NW Sammamish Road

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) crews will be completing some restoration work and installing permanent barriers adjacent to sound walls along NW Sammamish Road. This is part of their I-90 Auxiliary Lane and Sound Wall Improvement Pr...

Traffic Alert: Front Street

Many traffic signals along Issaquah's Front Street are without power, and should be treated as a four-way stop. Expect potential delays during the morning commute, and take alternative routes if possible.

Traffic Alert: I-90 Overnight Work

Starting in May, 2021, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will resume night work on a project to add capacity on Interstate 90, between 150th Avenue Southeast in Bellevue and State Route 900 in Issaquah....

Sound Transit: Route 556 Changes

With the recent service adjustment, Sound Transit Route 556 service has been restored between U District Station and Issaquah via Bellevue. 

Service operates in peak periods every 30 min.

Learn more about service changes and plan your trips on Soun...