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WA Rev Code § 35A.13.033 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.033 - Election on proposition to designate person elected to position one as chair—Subsequent holders of position one to be chair.

RCW 35A.13.033 Election on proposition to designate person elected to position one as chair—Subsequent holders of position one to be chair.The city council of a council-manager city may by resolution place before the voters of the city, a proposition to designate the person elected to council position one as the chair of the council with the powers and duties set forth in RCW 35A.13.030. If a majority of those voting on the proposition cast a positive vote, then at all subsequent general elections at which position one is on the ballot, the person who is elected to position one shall become the chair upon taking office.[ 2009 c 549 § 3019; 1975 1st ex.s. c 155 § 3.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.035 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.035 - Mayor pro tempore or deputy mayor.

RCW 35A.13.035 Mayor pro tempore or deputy mayor.Biennially at the first meeting of a new council, or periodically, the members thereof, by majority vote, may designate one of their number as mayor pro tempore or deputy mayor for such period as the council may specify, to serve in the absence or temporary disability of the mayor; or, in lieu thereof, the council may, as the need may arise, appoint any qualified person to serve as mayor pro tempore in the absence or temporary disability of the mayor. In the event of the extended excused absence or disability of a councilmember, the remaining members by majority vote may appoint a councilmember pro tempore to serve during the absence or disability.[ 2009 c 549 § 3020; 1969 ex.s. c 81 § 1.]NOTES:Effective date—1969 ex.s. c 81: "This 1969 amendatory act shall take effect July 1, 1969." [ 1969 ex.s. c 81 § 7.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.040 - Compensation of councilmembers—Expenses.

RCW 35A.13.040 Compensation of councilmembers—Expenses.The salaries of the councilmembers, including the mayor, shall be fixed by ordinance and may be revised from time to time by ordinance, but any increase or reduction in the compensation attaching to an office shall not become effective until the expiration of the term then being served by the incumbent: PROVIDED, That compensation of councilmembers may not be increased or diminished after their election nor may the compensation of the mayor be increased or diminished after the mayor has been chosen by the council.Until councilmembers of a newly organized council-manager code city may lawfully be paid as provided by salary ordinance, such councilmembers shall be entitled to compensation in the same manner and in the same amount as councilmembers of such city prior to the adoption of this council-manager plan.Until a salary ordinance can be passed and become effective as to elective officers of a newly incorporated code city, the first councilmembers shall be entitled to compensation as follows: In cities having less than five thousand inhabitants—twenty dollars per meeting for not more than two meetings per month; in cities having more than five thousand but less than fifteen thousand inhabitants—a salary of one hundred and fifty dollars per calendar month; in cities having more than fifteen thousand inhabitants—a salary of four hundred dollars per calendar month. A councilmember who is occupying the position of mayor, in addition to his or her salary as a councilmember, shall be entitled, while serving as mayor, to an additional amount per calendar month, or portion thereof, equal to twenty-five percent of the councilmember salary: PROVIDED, That such interim compensation shall remain in effect only until a salary ordinance is passed and becomes effective as to such officers, and the compensation provided herein shall not be construed as fixing the usual compensation of such officers. Councilmembers shall receive reimbursement for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of the duties of their office, or the council by ordinance may provide for a per diem allowance. Procedure for approval of claims for expenses shall be as provided by ordinance.[ 2009 c 549 § 3021; 1979 ex.s. c 18 § 25; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.040.]NOTES:Severability—1979 ex.s. c 18: See note following RCW 35A.01.070.
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.050 - City manager—Qualifications.

RCW 35A.13.050 City manager—Qualifications.The city manager need not be a resident at the time of his or her appointment, but shall reside in the code city after his or her appointment unless such residence is waived by the council. He or she shall be chosen by the council solely on the basis of his or her executive and administrative qualifications with special reference to his or her actual experience in, or his or her knowledge of, accepted practice in respect to the duties of his or her office. No person elected to membership on the council shall be eligible for appointment as city manager until one year has elapsed following the expiration of the term for which he or she was elected.[ 2009 c 549 § 3022; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.050.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.060 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.060 - City manager may serve two or more cities.

RCW 35A.13.060 City manager may serve two or more cities.Whether the city manager shall devote his or her full time to the affairs of one code city shall be determined by the council. A city manager may serve two or more cities in that capacity at the same time.[ 2009 c 549 § 3023; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.060.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.070 - City manager—Bond and oath.

RCW 35A.13.070 City manager—Bond and oath.Before entering upon the duties of his or her office the city manager shall take an oath or affirmation for the faithful performance of his or her duties and shall execute and file with the clerk of the council a bond in favor of the code city in such sum as may be fixed by the council. The premium on such bond shall be paid by the city.[ 2009 c 549 § 3024; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.070.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.080 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.080 - City manager—Powers and duties.

RCW 35A.13.080 City manager—Powers and duties.The powers and duties of the city manager shall be:(1) To have general supervision over the administrative affairs of the code city;(2) To appoint and remove at any time all department heads, officers, and employees of the code city, except members of the council, and subject to the provisions of any applicable law, rule, or regulation relating to civil service: PROVIDED, That the council may provide for the appointment by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the council, of a city planning commission, and other advisory citizens' committees, commissions, and boards advisory to the city council: PROVIDED FURTHER, That if the municipal judge of the code city is appointed, such appointment shall be made by the city manager subject to confirmation by the council, for a four year term. The council may cause an audit to be made of any department or office of the code city government and may select the persons to make it, without the advice or consent of the city manager;(3) To attend all meetings of the council at which his or her attendance may be required by that body;(4) To see that all laws and ordinances are faithfully executed, subject to the authority which the council may grant the mayor to maintain law and order in times of emergency;(5) To recommend for adoption by the council such measures as he or she may deem necessary or expedient;(6) To prepare and submit to the council such reports as may be required by that body or as he or she may deem it advisable to submit;(7) To keep the council fully advised of the financial condition of the code city and its future needs;(8) To prepare and submit to the council a proposed budget for the fiscal year, as required by chapter 35A.33 RCW, and to be responsible for its administration upon adoption;(9) To perform such other duties as the council may determine by ordinance or resolution.[ 2009 c 549 § 3025; 1987 c 3 § 17; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.080.]NOTES:Severability—1987 c 3: See note following RCW 3.70.010.
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.090 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.090 - Creation of departments, offices, and employment—Compensation.

RCW 35A.13.090 Creation of departments, offices, and employment—Compensation.On recommendation of the city manager or upon its own action, the council may create such departments, offices, and employments as it may find necessary or advisable and may determine the powers and duties of each department or office. Compensation of appointive officers and employees may be fixed by ordinance after recommendations are made by the city manager. The appointive officers shall include a city clerk and a chief of police or other law enforcement officer. Pursuant to recommendation of the city manager, the council shall make provision for obtaining legal counsel for the city, either by appointment of a city attorney on a full time or part time basis, or by any reasonable contractual arrangement for such professional services.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.090.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.100 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.100 - City manager—Department heads—Authority.

RCW 35A.13.100 City manager—Department heads—Authority.The city manager may authorize the head of a department or office responsible to him or her to appoint and remove subordinates in such department or office. Any officer or employee who may be appointed by the city manager, or by the head of a department or office, except one who holds his or her position subject to civil service, may be removed by the manager or other such appointing officer at any time subject to any applicable law, rule, or regulation relating to civil service. Subject to the provisions of RCW 35A.13.080 and any applicable civil service provisions, the decision of the manager or other appointing officer, shall be final and there shall be no appeal therefrom to any other office, body, or court whatsoever.[ 2009 c 549 § 3026; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.100.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.110 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.110 - City manager—Appointment of subordinates—Qualifications—Terms.

RCW 35A.13.110 City manager—Appointment of subordinates—Qualifications—Terms.Appointments made by or under the authority of the city manager shall be on the basis of ability and training or experience of the appointees in the duties which they are to perform, and shall be in compliance with provisions of any merit system applicable to such city. Residence within the code city shall not be a requirement. All such appointments shall be without definite term.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.110.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.120 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.120 - City manager—Interference by councilmembers.

RCW 35A.13.120 City manager—Interference by councilmembers.Neither the council, nor any of its committees or members, shall direct the appointment of any person to, or his or her removal from, office by the city manager or any of his or her subordinates. Except for the purpose of inquiry, the council and its members shall deal with the administrative service solely through the manager and neither the council nor any committee or member thereof shall give orders to any subordinate of the city manager, either publicly or privately. The provisions of this section do not prohibit the council, while in open session, from fully and freely discussing with the city manager anything pertaining to appointments and removals of city officers and employees and city affairs.[ 2009 c 549 § 3027; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.120.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.130 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.130 - City manager—Removal—Resolution and notice.

RCW 35A.13.130 City manager—Removal—Resolution and notice.The city manager shall be appointed for an indefinite term and may be removed by a majority vote of the council. At least thirty days before the effective date of his or her removal, the city manager must be furnished with a formal statement in the form of a resolution passed by a majority vote of the city council stating the council's intention to remove him or her and the reasons therefor. Upon passage of the resolution stating the council's intention to remove the manager, the council by a similar vote may suspend him or her from duty, but his or her pay shall continue until his or her removal becomes effective.[ 2009 c 549 § 3028; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.130.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.140 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.140 - City manager—Removal—Reply and hearing.

RCW 35A.13.140 City manager—Removal—Reply and hearing.The city manager may, within thirty days from the date of service upon him or her of a copy thereof, reply in writing to the resolution stating the council's intention to remove him or her. In the event no reply is timely filed, the resolution shall upon the thirty-first day from the date of such service, constitute the final resolution removing the manager and his or her services shall terminate upon that day. If a reply shall be timely filed with the city clerk, the council shall fix a time for a public hearing upon the question of the manager's removal and a final resolution removing the manager shall not be adopted until a public hearing has been had. The action of the council in removing the manager shall be final.[ 2009 c 549 § 3029; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.140.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.150 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.150 - City manager—Substitute.

RCW 35A.13.150 City manager—Substitute.The council may designate a qualified administrative officer of the city or town to perform the duties of manager:(1) Upon the adoption of the council-manager plan, pending the selection and appointment of a manager; or(2) Upon the termination of the services of a manager, pending the selection and appointment of a new manager; or(3) During the absence, disability, or suspension of the manager.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.150.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.160 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.160 - Oath and bond of officers.

RCW 35A.13.160 Oath and bond of officers.All provisions of RCW 35A.12.080 relating to oaths and bonds of officers, shall be applicable to code cities organized under this council-manager plan.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.160.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.170 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.170 - Council meetings—Quorum—Rules—Voting.

RCW 35A.13.170 Council meetings—Quorum—Rules—Voting.All provisions of RCW 35A.12.110, as now or hereafter amended, and 35A.12.120, relating to council meetings, a quorum for transaction of business, rules and voting at council meetings, shall be applicable to code cities organized under this council-manager plan.[ 1979 ex.s. c 18 § 26; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.170.]NOTES:Severability—1979 ex.s. c 18: See note following RCW 35A.01.070.
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.180 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.180 - Adoption of codes by reference.

RCW 35A.13.180 Adoption of codes by reference.Ordinances of cities organized under this chapter may adopt codes by reference as provided in RCW 35A.12.140.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.180.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.190 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.190 - Ordinances—Style—Requisites—Veto.

RCW 35A.13.190 Ordinances—Style—Requisites—Veto.The enacting clause of all ordinances shall be as follows: "The city council of the city of . . . . . . do ordain as follows:" No ordinance shall contain more than one subject and that must be clearly expressed in its title.No ordinance or any section or subsection thereof shall be revised or amended unless the new ordinance sets forth the revised ordinance or the amended section or subsection at full length.No ordinance shall take effect until five days after the date of its publication unless otherwise provided by statute or charter, except that an ordinance passed by a majority plus one of the whole membership of the council, designated therein as a public emergency ordinance necessary for the protection of public health, public safety, public property or the public peace, may be made effective upon adoption, but such ordinance may not levy taxes, grant, renew, or extend a franchise, or authorize the borrowing of money.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.190.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.200 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.200 - Authentication, recording and publication of ordinances.

RCW 35A.13.200 Authentication, recording and publication of ordinances.Ordinances of code cities organized under this chapter shall be authenticated, recorded and published as provided in RCW 35A.12.150 and 35A.12.160.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.200.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.210 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.210 - Audit and allowance of demands against city.

RCW 35A.13.210 Audit and allowance of demands against city.RCW 35A.12.170 shall apply to the audit and allowance of demands against the city.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.210.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.220 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.220 - Optional division of city into wards.

RCW 35A.13.220 Optional division of city into wards.A code city organized under this chapter may be divided into wards as provided in RCW 35A.12.180.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.220.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.13.230 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.13 - Council-Manager Plan of Government.|35A.13.230 - Powers of council.

RCW 35A.13.230 Powers of council.The council of any code city organized under the council-manager plan provided in this chapter shall have the powers and authority granted to legislative bodies of cities governed by this title as more particularly described in chapter 35A.11 RCW, except insofar as such power and authority is vested in the city manager.[ 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.13.230.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.14.001 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.14 - Annexation by Code Cities.|35A.14.001 - Actions subject to review by boundary review board.

RCW 35A.14.001 Actions subject to review by boundary review board.Actions taken under chapter 35A.14 RCW may be subject to potential review by a boundary review board under chapter 36.93 RCW.[ 1989 c 84 § 38.]
WA Rev Code § 35A.14.005 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.14 - Annexation by Code Cities.|35A.14.005 - Annexations beyond urban growth areas prohibited.

RCW 35A.14.005 Annexations beyond urban growth areas prohibited.No code city located in a county in which urban growth areas have been designated under RCW 36.70A.110 may annex territory beyond an urban growth area.[ 1990 1st ex.s. c 17 § 31.]NOTES:Severability—Part, section headings not law—1990 1st ex.s. c 17: See RCW 36.70A.900 and 36.70A.901.
WA Rev Code § 35A.14.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 35A - Optional Municipal Code|Chapter 35A.14 - Annexation by Code Cities.|35A.14.010 - Authority for annexation.

RCW 35A.14.010 Authority for annexation.Any portion of a county not incorporated as part of a city or town but lying contiguous to a code city may become a part of the charter code city or noncharter code city by annexation. An area proposed to be annexed to a charter code city or noncharter code city shall be deemed contiguous thereto even though separated by water or tide or shore lands and, upon annexation of such area, any such intervening water and/or tide or shore lands shall become a part of such annexing city.[ 2009 c 402 § 4; 1967 ex.s. c 119 § 35A.14.010.]NOTES:Intent—2009 c 402: See note following RCW 35.13.490.