Federal Way has fostered quality commercial and residential growth, and enhanced the quality of life for its residents with numerous parks, a growing job base, diverse recreational opportunities, and new neighborhood parks.  The City’s comprehensive plan looks to Federal Way’s future and includes plans for a more defined City Center, with enhanced mass transportation and mixed-use commercial and residential development through the City’s business and retail core.

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Federal Way operates under the Council/Manager form of Government.  The City Council consists of seven members who are directly elected by the citizens for four-year terms.  The Mayor is elected by the Council, from among its members, for a 2-year term and presides at City Council meetings.  The Council also appoints the City Manager to serve as chief executive officer of the City.

City services are provided through seven major City Departments including the City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Management Services, Law, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Public Safety, and Public Works as well as a mix of contracted and separate agencies.

As an employee or volunteer of the City of Federal Way, you are a part of a valuable team serving the needs of our residents.