The City of Edmonds welcomes Stephanie Lucash as the City Administrator. Edmonds City
Council approved Lucash’s appointment Tuesday evening.
She brings more than 34 years of local government leadership experience and currently serves as
Deputy City Manager for the City of Kenmore. Throughout her career, she has built a reputation as a
results-driven leader known for strengthening organizational performance, building trust, and delivering
meaningful community outcomes.
Lucash has led major initiatives and teams across multiple jurisdictions, consistently advancing innovation
and collaboration in local government. She is widely recognized for her leadership at both the state and
national levels. In 2024, she received the National Leadership Trailblazer Award from the League of
Women in Government and was inducted into the organization’s Hall of Fame. In 2023, she was named
Washington State’s Outstanding Assistant City Manager of the Year.
In addition to her professional leadership, Lucash serves as an Affiliate Professor and Distinguished
Practitioner at the University of Washington’s Evans School of Public Policy and Governance, where she
teaches local government management.
She is also a dedicated mentor and advocate for advancing
women in public service, serving on the board of the Northwest Women’s Leadership Academy.
“This is a critical time in Edmonds, and continuing our forward momentum is essential as we address the
challenges and opportunities ahead. Stephanie is a dynamic, accomplished leader with a deep
commitment to public service and organizational excellence. Her proven track record of building strong
teams, delivering results, and fostering collaboration makes her exceptionally well-suited to serve as our
City Administrator. I’m confident she will help lead Edmonds effectively, and I look forward to working
together to advance our community’s priorities.”– Mayor Mike Rosen
“I am honored to be selected as city administrator for the City of Edmonds. I look forward to supporting
Mayor Rosen and executing his vision, assisting in the city’s day-to-day operations, and working alongside
the talented and dedicated city team. Edmonds is an incredible city with a connected community, and I am
confident we will successfully tackle the challenges ahead, make a positive impact, and achieve meaningful
outcomes together.” – Stephanie Lucash
Lucash’s appointment also marks a transition for the City as we bid farewell to Acting City Administrator
Todd Tatum, a leader who has earned the deep respect and admiration of colleagues and the community
alike. His service to Edmonds and steadfast dedication have left a lasting impact, and we are sincerely
grateful for his contributions.
“I want to extend my sincere thanks to Todd Tatum for his dedicated service to the City of Edmonds. Since
joining the city in 2022, Todd has been a trusted and valued leader, stepping into several key roles and
providing steady leadership as Acting City Administrator. He has made meaningful contributions across
multiple departments and initiatives, and his impact on our organization and community is deeply
appreciated. I wish him all the best and continued success in the next chapter of his career.” – Mayor Mike
Rosen
Lucash will start her new role on June 29. For more information, please contact Natasha Ryan at
[email protected].