The North Bend City Council convened on September 23, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, including updates from the city administrator and committee reports. The meeting began with the city administrator's report, highlighting the successful launch of the city’s new website, which has been shared with local media and promoted on social media platforms.
Following the administrator's report, the council moved to committee reports. A significant focus was on the charter review committee, which has met twice. The committee's initial meetings were aimed at establishing leadership roles and discussing potential amendments to the city charter. Key proposals under consideration include extending the mayor's term from two to four years, changing the title of city administrator to city manager, and introducing provisions for filling council vacancies in cases where a quorum cannot be maintained due to recalls or resignations.
The committee is also evaluating whether council rules should be adopted through resolution or ordinance, which could offer greater flexibility. The next meeting of the charter review committee is scheduled for October 8, where further recommendations are anticipated.
The meeting concluded with council comments, where Councilor Torres expressed excitement for an upcoming volleyball match between Marshall and North Bend.
Overall, the council's discussions reflect ongoing efforts to enhance governance and community engagement in North Bend, with significant changes potentially on the horizon following the charter review process.