On June 2, 2009, the Redmond City Council passed Ordinance #2467 establishing a Human Services Commission for the City of Redmond.

The Human Services Commission is a seven-member, mayor appointed/council confirmed volunteer board. The commission will advise the Mayor and Council on general issues related to human services, as well as make specific funding recommendations as part of the city's budget process every two years.

The Human Services Commission will also help carry out recommendations outlined in the City's Human Services Strategic Plan, including strategies that will increase the knowledge of and engage the community in addressing human services needs and issues in Redmond.