Drafter
Clerk 09/03/2026 (revised)
Title
AN ORDINANCE relating to the office of law enforcement oversight director appointments; and amending Ordinance 15611, Section 4, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.75.030.
Body
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF KING COUNTY:
SECTION 1. Ordinance 15611, Section 4, as amended, and K.C.C. 2.75.030, are hereby amended as follows:
A. The director shall be appointed by a majority of the council to implement and manage the duties of the oversight office.
B. The director ((shall)) should be selected by the council through a nationwide search through a merit-based selection process.
C. The selected director must pass a complete criminal background check before confirmation.
D. The director shall serve a term of four years and until a successor is appointed, unless removed for cause at any time by a majority of the council, and shall be considered for reappointment at the end of each term of office. A successor includes an interim director, who council may appoint by motion pending the appointment of a new director if the position becomes vacant for any reason, including nonreappointment.
E. The director, consistent with the Organizational Motion of the council and
within the resources available or budgeted by appropriation, may employ staff or use the services of consultants as may be necessary for conduct of the oversight office's duties.