The City of Issaquah is proactively preparing for the South Kirkland to Issaquah (SKI) Link light rail extension, expected to begin service to the Central Issaquah Regional Growth Center between 2041-2044 as part of the voter-approved Sound Transit 3 (ST3) plan. Central Issaquah’s planned growth (which will focus on higher- density, mixed-use, and pedestrian friendly development within walking distance of frequent, high-quality bus and light rail services) will generate the transit ridership potential to warrant Sound Transit’s investment in the Central Issaquah Station that will serve as the end-of-the-line for SKI Link.
Administration recommends: • Appointing a community task force focused on police station renovations; community needs for meeting space; long-term City Council chambers and City Hall space planning. • Pausing the long-term planning for Fire Station 71.