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WA Rev Code § 35.23.800 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.800 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Elective officers.

RCW 35.23.800 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Elective officers.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the elective officers shall consist of a mayor, twelve councilmembers, a city clerk, and a city treasurer.[ 1994 c 81 § 24; 1987 c 3 § 6; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.020. Prior: 1949 c 83 § 1; 1907 c 241 § 2; RRS § 9007. Formerly RCW 35.23.020.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 3: See note following RCW 3.70.010.
WA Rev Code § 35.23.805 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.805 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Elections—Terms of office.

RCW 35.23.805 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Elections—Terms of office.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the terms of office of mayor, city clerk, city treasurer and councilmembers shall be four years, and until their successors are elected and qualified and assume office in accordance with RCW 29A.60.280, but not more than six councilmembers normally shall be elected in any one year to fill a full term.[ 2015 c 53 § 40; 1994 c 81 § 25; 1987 c 3 § 7; 1979 ex.s. c 126 § 21; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.040. Prior: 1963 c 200 § 14; 1959 c 86 § 3; prior: (i) 1951 c 71 § 1; 1909 c 120 § 4; 1907 c 241 § 3; RRS § 9008. (ii) 1951 c 71 § 1; 1907 c 241 § 4; RRS § 9009. Formerly RCW 35.23.040.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 3: See note following RCW 3.70.010.Purpose—1979 ex.s. c 126: See RCW 29A.60.280(1).
WA Rev Code § 35.23.810 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.810 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Mayor—General duties.

RCW 35.23.810 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Mayor—General duties.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the mayor shall be the chief executive officer of the city and shall:(1) Have general supervision over the several departments of the city government and over all its interests;(2) Preside over the city council when present;(3) Once in three months, submit a general statement of the condition of the various departments and recommend to the city council such measures as the mayor deems expedient for the public health or improvement of the city, its finances or government; and(4) Countersign all warrants and licenses, deeds, leases and contracts requiring signature issued under and by authority of the city.If there is a vacancy in the office of mayor or the mayor is absent from the city, or is unable from any cause to discharge the duties of the office, the president of the council shall act as mayor, exercise all the powers and be subject to all the duties of the mayor.[ 1994 c 81 § 26; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.080. Prior: (i) 1907 c 241 § 16, part; RRS § 9021, part. (ii) 1907 c 241 § 17, part; RRS § 9022, part. Formerly RCW 35.23.080.]
WA Rev Code § 35.23.815 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.815 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Appointive officers.

RCW 35.23.815 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Appointive officers.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the appointive officers shall be a chief of police, city attorney, health officer, and street commissioner; the council may also create by ordinance the offices of superintendent of irrigation, city engineer, harbor master, pound keeper, city jailer, chief of the fire department, and any other offices necessary to discharge the functions of the city and for whose election or appointment no other provision is made. If a paid fire department is established therein a chief engineer and one or more assistant engineers may be appointed. If a free library and reading room is established therein five library trustees shall be appointed. The council by ordinance shall prescribe the duties of the officers and fix their compensation subject to the provisions of any statutes pertaining thereto.[ 1994 c 81 § 27; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.120. Prior: 1949 c 83 § 2; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 9007A. Formerly RCW 35.23.120.]
WA Rev Code § 35.23.820 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.820 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Health officer.

RCW 35.23.820 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Health officer.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the council shall create the office of city health officer, prescribe the duties and qualifications of this office and fix the compensation for the office.[ 1994 c 81 § 28; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.150. Prior: 1907 c 241 § 64; RRS § 9067. Formerly RCW 35.23.150.]
WA Rev Code § 35.23.825 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.825 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Street commissioner.

RCW 35.23.825 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Street commissioner.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the street commissioner shall be under the direction of the mayor and city council shall have control of the streets and public places of the city and shall perform such duties as the city council may prescribe.[ 1994 c 81 § 29; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.160. Prior: 1907 c 241 § 23; RRS § 9028. Formerly RCW 35.23.160.]
WA Rev Code § 35.23.830 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.830 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Appointment of officers—Confirmation.

RCW 35.23.830 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Appointment of officers—Confirmation.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the mayor shall appoint all the appointive officers of the city subject to confirmation by the city council. If the council refuses to confirm any nomination of the mayor, the mayor shall nominate another person for that office within ten days thereafter, and may continue to so nominate until a nominee is confirmed. If the mayor fails to make another nomination for the same office within ten days after the rejection of a nominee, the city council shall elect a suitable person to fill the office during the term. The affirmative vote of not less than seven councilmembers is necessary to confirm any nomination made by the mayor.[ 1994 c 81 § 30; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.180. Prior: 1907 c 241 § 8, part; 1890 p 145 § 25; RRS § 9013, part. Formerly RCW 35.23.180.]
WA Rev Code § 35.23.835 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.835 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Oath and bond of officers.

RCW 35.23.835 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Oath and bond of officers.Before entering upon official duties and within ten days after receiving notice of being elected or appointed to city office, every officer of a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city shall qualify by taking the oath of office and by filing such bond duly approved as may be required. The oath of office shall be filed with the county auditor. If no notice of election or appointment was received, the officer must qualify on or before the date fixed for the assumption of the duties of the office. The city council shall fix the amount of all official bonds and may designate what officers shall be required to give bonds in addition to those required to do so by statute.All official bonds shall be approved by the city council and when so approved shall be filed with the city clerk except the city clerk's which shall be filed with the mayor. No city officer shall be eligible as a surety upon any bond running to the city as obligee.The city council may require a new or additional bond of any officer whenever it deems it expedient.[ 1994 c 81 § 31; 1987 c 3 § 8; 1986 c 167 § 17; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.190. Prior: (i) 1907 c 241 § 10, part; 1890 p 145 § 29; RRS § 9015, part. (ii) 1907 c 241 § 11; 1890 p 145 § 29; RRS § 9016. Formerly RCW 35.23.190.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 3: See note following RCW 3.70.010.Severability—1986 c 167: See note following RCW 29A.16.040.
WA Rev Code § 35.23.840 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.840 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—City council—How constituted.

RCW 35.23.840 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—City council—How constituted.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the mayor and twelve councilmembers shall constitute the city council. At the first council meeting in each calendar year, the city council shall elect one of their own body to serve as president of the council.The mayor shall preside at all meetings at which the mayor is present. In the absence of the mayor, the president of the council shall preside. In the absence of both the mayor and the president of the council, the council may elect a president pro tempore from its own body. The president pro tempore shall have all the powers of the president of the council during the session of the council at which the president pro tempore is presiding.[ 1994 c 81 § 32; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.250. Prior: (i) 1907 c 241 § 17, part; RRS § 9022, part. (ii) 1907 c 247 § 27; RRS § 9032. (iii) 1907 c 241 § 28, part; 1890 p 148 § 37; RRS § 9033, part. Formerly RCW 35.23.250.]
WA Rev Code § 35.23.845 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.845 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—City council—Presiding officer—Voting rights.

RCW 35.23.845 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—City council—Presiding officer—Voting rights.In a city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the mayor shall have a vote only in the case of a tie in the votes of the councilmembers. The president of the council while presiding or the president pro tempore shall have the right to vote upon all questions coming before the council.A majority of all the members elected shall be necessary to pass any ordinance appropriating for any purpose the sum of five hundred dollars or upwards or any ordinance imposing any assessment, tax, or license or in any wise increasing or diminishing the city revenue.[ 1994 c 81 § 33; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.280. Prior: (i) 1907 c 241 § 28, part; 1890 p 148 § 37; RRS § 9033, part. (ii) 1907 c 241 § 61; 1890 p 159 § 51; RRS § 9064. Formerly RCW 35.23.280.]
WA Rev Code § 35.23.850 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.850 - Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Wards—Division of city into.

RCW 35.23.850 Code city retaining former second-class city plan—Wards—Division of city into.In any city initially classified as a second-class city prior to January 1, 1993, that retained its second-class city plan of government when the city reorganized as a noncharter code city, the city council may divide the city into wards, not exceeding six in all, or change the boundaries of existing wards at any time less than one hundred twenty days before a municipal general election. Unless the city is dividing into wards or changing the boundaries of existing wards under RCW 29A.92.040 or 29A.92.110, no change in the boundaries of wards shall affect the term of any councilmember, and councilmembers shall serve out their terms in the wards of their residences at the time of their elections. However, if these boundary changes result in one ward being represented by more councilmembers than the number to which it is entitled, those having the shortest unexpired terms shall be assigned by the council to wards where there is a vacancy, and the councilmembers so assigned shall be deemed to be residents of the wards to which they are assigned for purposes of determining whether those positions are vacant.If the city is dividing into wards or changing the boundaries of existing wards under RCW 29A.92.040 or 29A.92.110, all council positions are subject to election at the next regular election.The representation of each ward in the city council shall be in proportion to the population as nearly as is practicable.Wards shall be redrawn as provided in chapter 29A.76 RCW. Wards shall be used as follows: (1) Only a resident of the ward may be a candidate for, or hold office as, a councilmember of the ward; and (2) only voters of the ward may vote at a primary to nominate candidates for a councilmember of the ward. Voters of the entire city may vote at the general election to elect a councilmember of a ward, unless the city had prior to January 1, 1994, limited the voting in the general election for any or all council positions to only voters residing within the ward associated with the council positions. If a city had so limited the voting in the general election to only voters residing within the ward, then the city shall be authorized to continue to do so. The elections for the remaining council position or council positions that are not associated with a ward shall be conducted as if the wards did not exist.[ 2019 c 454 § 6; 2015 c 53 § 41; 1995 c 134 § 10. Prior: 1994 c 223 § 16; 1994 c 81 § 34; 1965 c 7 § 35.23.530; prior: 1907 c 241 § 14; 1890 p 147 § 35; RRS § 9019. Formerly RCW 35.23.530.]NOTES:Retroactive application—Effective date—2019 c 454: See notes following RCW 29A.92.050.
WA Rev Code § 35.23.860 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.23 - Second-Class Cities.|35.23.860 - Telecommunications services and facilities authorized—Requirements.

RCW 35.23.860 Telecommunications services and facilities authorized—Requirements.(1) A second-class city may construct, purchase, acquire, develop, finance, lease, license, provide, contract for, interconnect, alter, improve, repair, operate, and maintain telecommunications services or telecommunications facilities for the purpose of furnishing the second-class city and its inhabitants with telecommunications services. The second-class city has full authority to regulate and control the use, distribution, and price of the services.(2)(a) Before providing telecommunications services pursuant to subsection (1) of this section, a second-class city must examine and report to its governing body and to the state broadband office the following about the area to be served by the second-class city:(i) An assessment of the current availability of broadband infrastructure and its adequacy to provide high-speed internet access and other advanced telecommunications services to end users;(ii) The location of where retail telecommunications services will be provided;(iii) Evidence relating to the unserved nature of the community in which retail telecommunications services will be provided;(iv) Expected costs of providing retail telecommunications services to customers to be served by the second-class city;(v) Evidence that proposed telecommunications infrastructure will be capable of scaling to greater download and upload speeds to meet state broadband goals under RCW 43.330.536;(vi) Sources of funding for the project that will supplement any grant or loan awards; and(vii) A strategic plan to maintain long-term operation of the infrastructure, and the expected installation charges and monthly costs for end users.(b) The state broadband office must post a review of the proposed project on its website.(3) For purposes of this section:(a) "Telecommunications" has the same meaning as defined in RCW 80.04.010.(b) "Unserved" means an area of Washington in which households and businesses lack access to broadband service at a minimum 100 megabits per second download speed and at a minimum 20 megabits per second upload speed.[ 2021 c 294 § 6.]NOTES:Short title—2021 c 294: See note following RCW 54.16.330.
WA Rev Code § 35.27.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.27 - Towns.|35.27.010 - Rights, powers, and privileges.

RCW 35.27.010 Rights, powers, and privileges.Every town shall be entitled the "Town of . . . . . . . . ." (naming it), and by such name shall have perpetual succession, may sue, and be sued in all courts and places, and in all proceedings whatever; shall have and use a common seal, alterable at the pleasure of the town authorities, and may purchase, lease, receive, hold, and enjoy real and personal property and control, lease, sublease, convey, or otherwise dispose of the same for the common benefit.[ 1994 c 273 § 11; 1994 c 81 § 53; 1965 c 7 § 35.27.010. Prior: 1890 p 198 § 142; RRS § 9163.]NOTES:Reviser's note: This section was amended by 1994 c 81 § 53 and by 1994 c 273 § 11, each without reference to the other. Both amendments are incorporated in the publication of this section pursuant to RCW 1.12.025(2). For rule of construction, see RCW 1.12.025(1).
WA Rev Code § 35.27.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.27 - Towns.|35.27.030 - Uncertain boundaries—Petition—Request for examination.

RCW 35.27.030 Uncertain boundaries—Petition—Request for examination.Whenever a petition is presented to the council of any incorporated town in this state, signed by not less than five electors of such town, setting forth that in the belief of the petitioners, the boundaries of said town are indefinite and uncertain and that on account of such indefiniteness and uncertainty the legality of the taxes levied within such town are in danger of being affected, and setting forth the particular causes or reasons of such alleged indefiniteness or uncertainty, it shall be the duty of the town council to cause the petition to be filed and recorded by the clerk, and to cause a copy of the same to be made and certified by the clerk and the corporate seal of such town to be attached to said certificate, and the mayor of such town shall forthwith present said certified copy of the petition to the board of county commissioners of the county wherein said town is situated, with a written request to be signed by him or her as such mayor that the said board of county commissioners proceed to examine the boundaries of such town or city, and make the same definite and certain.[ 2009 c 549 § 2054; 1965 c 7 § 35.27.030. Prior: 1899 c 79 § 1; RRS § 9195.]
WA Rev Code § 35.27.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.27 - Towns.|35.27.040 - Duty of county commissioners.

RCW 35.27.040 Duty of county commissioners.The board of county commissioners upon receipt of the certified copy of said petition, and the request aforesaid, shall cause the same to be filed in the office of the county auditor and forthwith proceed to examine the boundaries of the town and make the same definite and certain. For this purpose they may employ a competent surveyor, and shall commence at some recognized and undisputed point on the boundary line of the town, if such there be, and if there is no such recognized and undisputed point, they shall establish a starting point from the best data at their command and from such starting point they shall run a boundary line by courses and distances around such town, in one tract or body.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.27.040. Prior: 1899 c 79 § 2; RRS § 9196.]
WA Rev Code § 35.27.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.27 - Towns.|35.27.050 - Report of survey.

RCW 35.27.050 Report of survey.The board of county commissioners, without unnecessary delay, shall make and file a report of their doings in the premises in the office of the county auditor, who shall transmit a certified copy thereof under the seal of the county, to the clerk of the town, and the clerk shall record the same in the records of the town, and keep the copy on file in his or her office. The report shall contain the description of the boundary of the town, as fixed by the board, written in plain words and figures and the boundaries so made and fixed shall be the boundaries of the town, and all the territory included within the boundary lines so established shall be included in the town, and be a part thereof.[ 2009 c 549 § 2055; 1965 c 7 § 35.27.050. Prior: 1899 c 79 § 3; RRS § 9197.]
WA Rev Code § 35.27.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.27 - Towns.|35.27.060 - Expense of proceedings.

RCW 35.27.060 Expense of proceedings.The expense of such proceedings shall be paid by the town at whose request the same is incurred. The county commissioners shall each receive as compensation, an amount not exceeding the amount allowed by law for their usual services as commissioners, and, any surveyor or other assistants employed by them, a reasonable compensation to be fixed and certified by said commissioners.[ 1965 c 7 § 35.27.060. Prior: 1899 c 79 § 4; RRS § 9198.]
WA Rev Code § 35.27.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.27 - Towns.|35.27.070 - Town officers enumerated.

RCW 35.27.070 Town officers enumerated.The government of a town shall be vested in a mayor and a council consisting of five members and a treasurer, all elective; the mayor shall appoint a clerk and a marshal; and may appoint a town attorney, pound master, street superintendent, a civil engineer, and such police and other subordinate officers and employees as may be provided for by ordinance. All appointive officers and employees shall hold office at the pleasure of the mayor, subject to any applicable law, rule, or regulation relating to civil service, and shall not be subject to confirmation by the town council.[ 1997 c 361 § 3; 1993 c 47 § 2; 1987 c 3 § 12; 1965 ex.s. c 116 § 14; 1965 c 7 § 35.27.070. Prior: 1961 c 89 § 3; prior: (i) 1903 c 113 § 4; 1890 p 198 § 143; RRS § 9164. (ii) 1941 c 108 § 2; 1939 c 87 § 2; Rem. Supp. 1941 § 9165-1a. (iii) 1943 c 183 § 1, part; 1941 c 91 § 1, part; 1911 c 33 § 1, part; 1903 c 113 § 5, part; 1890 p 198 § 144, part; Rem. Supp. 1943 § 9165.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 3: See note following RCW 3.70.010.
WA Rev Code § 35.27.080 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35 - Cities and Towns|Chapter 35.27 - Towns.|35.27.080 - Eligibility to hold elective office.

RCW 35.27.080 Eligibility to hold elective office.No person shall be eligible to or hold an elective office in a town unless he or she is a resident and registered voter in the town.[ 1997 c 361 § 8; 1965 c 7 § 35.27.080. Prior: 1890 p 200 § 149; RRS § 9170.]