The City Council in Federal Way is comprised of seven elected officials that represent the city at-large in 4-year terms. The Council is the legislative branch of the municipal government and establishes the laws and policy through the passing of ordinances and resolutions. The Federal Way City Council Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month and are open to the public to attend online or in-person. The meetings are also live streamed on YouTube and Channel 21.