Council confirms two economic development commissioners; consent agenda approved

The North Bend City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda and confirmed two appointments to the city’s Economic Development Commission during its April 15 meeting.

Why it matters: The confirmed appointments fill two vacancies on the city’s Economic Development Commission and restore full membership for upcoming commission work on business development and Port of Seattle grant planning.

Council voted to confirm Anne Randerson to position number 2 for the remainder of the term, expiring December 31, 2027, and Todd (Tad) Haas to position number 5, term expiring December 31, 2028. The record shows the motion to confirm was moved by a council member (recorded as "I so move") and seconded; the roll call recorded the appointment motion as passing unanimously. Anne Randerson attended the meeting and briefly described her background as a small‑business owner focused on early‑childhood services and her community involvement.

The consent agenda (four items) also passed unanimously; the mayor stated the motion carried and was unanimous. The transcript does not provide the text of each consent item; council minutes and staff records will carry the itemized details.

Votes at a glance: - Consent agenda (4 items): approved unanimously (6–0; one member absent). - Economic Development Commission appointments: Anne Randerson (position #2, term to 12/31/2027) and Tad Haas (position #5, term to 12/31/2028) — confirmed unanimously (6–0; one member absent).

Council and staff noted that Tad Haas was not present for the meeting; Randerson attended and spoke. City staff will notify appointees and complete required onboarding and recordkeeping steps.