2004, 01-20 Regular MeetingAGENDA
SPOKANE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, January 20, 2004
CITY HALL AT REDWOOD PLAZA
11707 East Sprague Avenue, First Floor
Council Requests AU Electronic Devices be Turned Off During Council Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION: Pastor Brian Prior, Episcopal Church of the Resurrection
ROLI CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
COMMITTEE, BOARD. LIAISON SUMMARY REPORTS
6:00 P.M.
MAVOR'S REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENTS For members of the Public to speak to the Council regarding matters NOT an
the Agenda. Please state your name and address for the record and limit remarks to three minutes.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. CONSENT AGENDA Consists of items considered routine which are approved as a group. A
Councilmember may remove an item from the Consent Agenda to be considered separately.
a. Approval of Regular Council Meeting Minutes of January 13. 2004
b. Approval of Claims in the amount of 540,419.80
c. Approval of Payroll for 1/15/2004 in the amount of 5101,328.23
NEW BUSINESS
2. Second Reading Proposed Towing Ordinance 04 -001 — Cary Driskcll [public comment]
3. Second Reading Proposed Street Vacation Ordinance 04 -002 - Cary Driskcll [public comment]
4. Second Reading Proposed Fire District Annexation Ordinance 04 -003 — Nina Regor [public comment]
5. Proposed Resolution 04-001 amending Fee Resolution — Car} Driskeli
6. Motion Consideration: City Council Legislative Agenda — Councilmember Taylor
7. Motion Consideration: Library Services Agreement — Nina Regor
8 Motion Consideration: T1 R Grant Funds — Ken Thompson
PUBLIC COMMENTS (Maximum of three minutes please; state your name and address for the record)
Council Agenda 0 t•:O O4 Regular Mooing Page 1 of 2
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: [no public comment]
9. Hotel/Motel Grant Proposals for 2004 - Councilmembcr Flanigan
10. Stormwater 208 Program Discussion - John Hohman
11. Rotchford and 14 Stop Sign Report - Neil kersten
12, Advance Agenda Additions - Mayor DeVleming
INFORMATION ONLY: Ino public comment'
13. Tourism Promotion Area
14 Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of 12 -18 -2003
15. Department Monthly Reports
ADJOURNMENT
FUTURE SCHEDULE
Regular Council Meetings are generally held 2nd and 4 h Tuesdays, beginning a 6 :00 p. m.
Council Study Sessions are generally held I", 3'I and 5th Tuesdays, , beginning at 6 :00 p.m.
Other Upcoming Meetings/Events:
January 27, 2004 - No Council Meeting or Council Study Session
January 28 and 29.2004- City Legislative Action Conference, Olympia, Washington
February 3, 2004 - 6:00 pan. Study Session
NOTICE Individuals plannmg to sitend the meeting who require special assistance to accommodate physical, hearing, or other
Impairments. please contact the City Clerk 011509) as soon ns possible so that arangerncnts may be mode
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MINUTES
City of Spokane Valley
City Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 13, 2004
Mayor DeVleming welcomed everyone and called the City of Spokane Valley Regular Meeting to order
at 6:00 p.m.
Attendance:
Councilmembers: Michael DeVleming, Mayor
Diana Wilhite, Deputy Mayor
Dick Denenny, Councilmember
Mike Flanigan, Councilmember
Richard Munson, Councilmember
Gary Schimmels, Councilmember
Steve Taylor, Councilmember
Staff Present: Dave Mercier, City Manager
Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager
Stanley Schwartz, City Attorney
Cary Driskell, Deputy City Attorney
Ken Thompson, Finance Director
Marina Sukup, Community Development Director
Neil Kcrsten, Public Works Director
Morgan Koudelka, Administrative Analyst
Tom Scholtens, Building Official
Bing Bingman, IT Specialist
Sue Pearson, Deputy City Clerk
Chris Bainbridge, City Clerk
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor DeVleming led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1 VOCATION: Pastor Shelley l3ryan -Wee of Zion Lutheran Church gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL City Clerk Bainbridge called roll. All councilmembers were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: It was moved by Deputy Mayor Wilhite and seconded by Councilmember
Flanigan to approve the agenda as presented. Roll Call Vote: hi Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None.
Abstentions: None. Motion carried.
COMMITTEE, BOARD, LIAISON SUMMARY REPORTS:
Deputy Mayor Wilhite: reported that she represented the City at the dedication of the Michael Anderson
Elementary School on Fairchild Air Force Base. She also attended an Eagle Scout presentation and
presented two proclamations honoring the two young men who had attained the rank of Eagle Scout.
Councilmember Taylor: said that he attended the Spokane Public Facilities District Board meeting and
will report more on that meeting later concerning the size of the Hoard.
Councilmember Denenny: reminded everyone that the public hearings for the Spokane Transit Authority
will be held tomorrow at the Arena from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and again Thursday at the Convention
Center from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor DeVleming said the Christmas tree has now been removed and thanked
all those who helped.
PUi3LiC COMMENT:
Rick Behm, 9405 East Sprague: expressed extreme gratitude to SCOPE in general and specifically for
their performing a security check at his business at 2:00 a.m.
Matt Jankowski, 9512 E. Sprague: discussed the couplet and the negative impact the one -way has had on
his business at 9512 East Sprague; said prior to the couplet his revenues were $850,000, and this year
revenues were approximately $640,000; that he had to lay off people; feels the Valley Mall had no impact
on the business decline as the Mall opened long before the decline of his business; wants Sprague
returned to two -way and wants that considered at this Thursday's meeting.
Art Britton, E. 18812 Euclid: stated his opposition to spending money to change Sprague back to two-
way; said he realizes $4.2 million is ready to help extend the couplet out to Evergreen; that if it does get
extended traffic congestion should lessen; he also suggested adding cross - streets.
1. CONSENT AGENDA: After City Clerk Bainbridge read the Consent Agenda, it was moved by
Councilmember Denenny and seconded by Deputy Mayor Wilhite to approve the consent agenda as
presented. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions: None. Motion
carried.
2. First Reading Proposed Towing Ordinance 04 -001.
After City Clerk Bainbridge read the ordinance by title, it was moved by Cotntcibnember Munson and
seconded by Councilmember Denenny to advance this ordinance to a second reading for January 20,
2004. Attorney Driskell gave an overview of the ordinance and his accompanying memo; he suggested
changing Section 6, Al to omit the reference to the commercial driver's license and to state whatever is
required under existing state law.
In response to a call for public comment, Bill Sproutz, 13503 E. 28 stated that he feels [towing)
businesses should be located within the city limits as well as the storage facility. Councilmember
Denenny added that he feels it reasonable to have operators located within the City limits so that citizens
can have reasonable expectations of retrieval within community boundaries.
Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions: None. Motion carried.
3. First Reading Proposed Street Vacation Ordinance 04 -002.
After City Clerk Bainbridge read the ordinance by title, it was moved by Mayor DeVleming and seconded
by Deputy Mayor Wilhite to advance Ordinance 04 -002 to a second reading. Current Planning Manager
Kevin Snyder explained that the main purposes of this ordinance are to implement policies for the
processing and consideration of street vacation requests; to address conformity to applicable statutory
requirements; and to provide a level of certainty to customers, the Council, Planning Commission and
staff on procedures for street vacations. Mr. Snyder went over the highlights of the ordinance, and added
in keeping with the desire to have cost recovery, staff suggests revising the current $300 fee to $1300.
Mr. Snyder explained that this fee is comparable to other public hearing related application fees (such as a
$1500 fee for a rezone request) which involve various departments such as planning and legal. Mayor
DeVleming invited public comment; none was offered. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous.
Opposed: None. Abstentions: None. Motion carried.
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4. First Reading Proposed Fire District Annexation Ordinance 04 -003.
After City Clerk Bainbridge read the ordinance by title, it was moved by Mayor DeVleming and seconded
by Councilmenber Munson to advance ordinance 04 -003 to a second reading. Deputy City Manager
Regor gave some background leading to this ordinance, and stated that the Fire Districts involved will
also be required to pass similar motions to set this into action. Mayor DeVleming invited public
comment; none was offered. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions:
None. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Tony Lazanis said he questioned why council and the city manager won't. give
direction regarding the Design Build Operation in that the DBO will cost millions more to the valley
people; that he would like to see other options; and he feels there is a need to have the valley own and
operate the facility.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
5. Animal Control Discussion.
Deputy City Manager Regor gave background information concerning animal control service including
contract summary, method used in determining estimated cost of animal control, projected animal control
costs, a regional plan for licensing, and next steps which include determining the best service options.
Spokane Animal Control Director Nancy Mill was asked to speak regarding the county's response to the
RFP and the estimated S651,000 annually. Ms. Hill said that more details will be known after the January
20 meeting, that a true regional approach will allow cost savings; that she plans tentatively to go with a
two -year contract to give the community the opportunity to further discuss the regional approach, adding
that a regional committee will be forming and she would like to have at least one Spokane Valley
representative on that committee. During discussion of licenses, City Attorney Schwartz said he will
research to see if other cities require a license at the point of sale of the pet.
6, Design Build Operation (DBO)_Discussion
Public Works Director Kersten went over his PowerPoint presentation which included DBO advantages
and disadvantages, the DBO process, risk allocation, financial guarantees, and similarities and differences
compared with Stockton, California's DBO. Mr. Kersten said that it would take approximately 18
months from RFQ to signed agreement and that the DBO should result in lower rates. City Manager
Mercier added that the County will be the lead on this project and staff will provide details of the public
hearing process at the next council meeting. Mr. Kersten indicated he anticipates the interlocal agreement
to be finalized within the next few months.
Mayor DeVleming called for a recess at 7:40 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
7. Tourism Promotion Area Discussion
City Attorney Schwartz said that in the formation of the TPA, the first procedural process is to establish a
TPA through notice and an opportunity for all affected rate payers to testify about the TPA; however, the
notice was deficient because it had not been delivered to all of the lodging associations, specifically to the
owners of recreational vehicle parks and similar establishments. Mr. Schwartz explained that in the
"Decision" there are three reasons which caused the Board of County Commissioners to terminate the
formation proceedings for the TPA. Also, to include a City within a county-wide TPA, the city must have
given consent via an interlocal agreement. Mr. Schwab explained that the City of Spokane signed an
interlocal agreement but it was not the agreement agreed to by the County so the agreement will need to
be modified. Also, the (Board of County Commissioners would like some indication from this body on
possible additional issues to be presented in the interlocal agreement. Discussion then ensued regarding
the draft interlocal agreement. Specific issues included: Section 7C and if it differs from State law;
Section 7B and the apparent ambiguous phrase "honor this request;" cost for a TPA manager and who
will act as said manager; clarification of Section 7B regarding the 40% filing a petition; and having a
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section dealing with litigation, indemnification and protection of the city. Councilmember Flanigan
added that he wants to make sure the hoteliers have the ability to remove themselves. Mr. Schwartz will
continue to gather information and report again at the next council meeting.
8. Library Agreement Report.
Deputy City Manager Regor explained that the current offer made by the Library Board mid- December
contained two possible options: one based on property tax valuation, and the other on assumed usage.
Council previously supported the usage concept. Ms. Regor said that the Board came up with a base
usage of $1,902.171, with 2004 adjusted Spokane Valley costs of $2,032,660, which took into
consideration a 6.86% increase factor, and added $67,200 for the value of participating in the reciprocal
agreement between the Spokane County Library District and the City of Spokane Public Library, which
agreement was recently enacted and allows members of any jurisdiction or area to use the other facility
without costs. This brought the board adopted option to approximately $2.1 million. Additionally, the
Board changed the inflation factor from 6.86 to 6.21% as the original percentage was not the final budget
figure. This correction led to the total cost of $2,087,456, or a difference of about $12,000.00.
Discussion turned to the $67,200 figure and how that value was calculated. Ms. Regor also confirmed
that if there is no exchange of funds between the two library districts, the Spokane County Library
District will not experience $67,200 worth of expenses associated with the reciprocal agreement. Ms.
Regor said in reference to the Capital Facilities Plan, the agreement states that the Library District and the
City of Spokane Valley will work to complete the Plan by June 2004; that both entities will contribute
staff time, the District will pay external costs; and should the City not contract with or annex to the
District beyond 2004, the City will reimburse the District for up to $10,000 of those external costs; and
that both entities will agree in advance as to what those costs include. Additionally, the City will appoint
a staff member and a citizen as well as staff support, to the Capital Facilities Plan Advisory Committee.
Ms. Regor said the next Board meeting is set for January 20, 2004. It was Council consensus to remove
the $67,200 figure. Mr. Mercier stated staff will provide this counteroffer to the District.
9. International Building Code Discussion.
Building Official Scholtens gave a report on the background of the building code changes and announced
the upcoming January 22 public hearing before the Planning Commission. After their review, the
ordinance will be brought back before Council. Mr. Scholtens also noted that the enforcement of a
statewide building code is mandated by statute.
it was moved, seconded and agreed upon to extend the Council meeting to 9:15 p.m.
10. Legislative Issues Discussion.
Tax Equalization issues: Councilmember Taylor reported that AWC continues working to clarify the
issues surrounding the sales tax issue in preparation for upcoming hearings; and as the figures are not
specific, AWC is examining the possibility for funding those cities which would be severally affected due
to the anticipated drop in revenue. Council agreed to continue to oppose this legislation pending further
specific information.
Public Facilities District Board: discussed expansion of the Board to six members, which would include
one member of Council. Councilmember Taylor said that the Board is reluctant to expand beyond the
five members they have; and they prefer that one of the two County seats be given to the Valle?; and the
County opposes that idea. Councilmember Taylor said the PFD Board would like to know if Council
would support, or not oppose, legislation that provides us a seat by the County transferring one of their
appointments, and if so, we would have the final word on who that appointee would be. Mayor
DeVleming announced he would support a position of no position. Councilmember Munson said he
would not support their position. After further discussion, it was determined that an official decision will
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be made %'hen the legislation comes forward. An opportunity to vote on the legislative agenda will be
included on next week's agenda.
SCAPCA Board: Discussion ensued on increasing the number of representatives for this board, along
with the possibility of this Board dissolving. Councilmember Munson said that he and Councilmembers
Taylor and Wilhite will write a letter to address this topic also. City Manager Mercier suggests Council
pursue appropriate representation on all boards for matters that affect our community and - feels that
placing this on the legislative agenda would be consistent with that direction.
It was moved, seconded and agreed upon to extend the Council meeting another fifteen minutes.
It was Council consensus to focus on the first four items addressed in the 1 -13 -04 Request for Council
Action form, to add SCAPCA Board, and to monitor the issues of Water Rights and Tort Reform.
11. Council Retreat
City Manager Mercier mentioned the February 7 Council retreat (or planning conference), and that the
focus will be on the Review of Departmental Work Plans and Submittal Timetables; Finance and Budget
related Issues; Facilities and Contracts; and Community Involvement and Outreach. Additionally, if more
specifics are needed, another planning conference can be scheduled later.
There being no further business, it was moved, seconded and unanimously agreed upon to adjourn. The
meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
ATTEST:
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Michael DeVleming, Mayor
Council Minutes 01 -13 -04 Page 5 of 5
Date Approved by Council;
Meeting Date: 1 -20 -04 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: x consent
❑ information
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Claims: Voucher listing total for January 18, 2004
OPTIONS:
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Approve claims of $ 40,419.80
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: $40,419.80
STAFF CONTACT: Ellen Avey
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
ATTACHMENTS Voucher List for January 18, 2004
❑ old business
❑ admin. report
❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ pending legislation
vchlist
01/08/2004 4:05:17PM
Bank code :
Voucher
4064
4065
4066
4067
4068
4069
4070
4071
4072
4073
4074
4075
4076
apbank
Date Vendor
1/9/2004 000030
1/9/2004 000101
1/9/2004 000014
1/9/2004 000028
1/9/2004 000002
1/9/2004 000009
1/9/2004 000070
1/9/2004 000094
1/9/2004 000010
1/9/2004 000164
1/9/2004 000133
1/9/2004 000069
1/9/2004 000016
AVISTA UTILITIES
CDWG
EDEN SYSTEMS, INC.
FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK
H & H BUSINESS SYSTEMS
INLAND POWER AND LIGHT CO
KAUER, HEATHER
KINKO'S
LABOR & INDUSTRIES
MC DONALD, MAC
MERCIER, DAVID •
PETROCARD SYSTEMS
Voucher List
Spokane Valley
Invoice
PO #
122603
LB44027 30176
18872
fed tax depo
1012004
122403
121603
1057627
work comp
123101
133103
C399352
Doscription /Account
STREET LIGHTING & SIGNAL PO
Total :
COMPUTER HARDWARE
COPY EQUIPMENT LEASE
COPY JOB
VEHICLE FUEL
Total :
SOFTWARE SUPPORT /CONSUL
Total :
FEDERAL TAX DEPOSIT FOR 4T
Total :
Total :
HEWLETT - PACKARD COMPANY, PUBL 35124363 30172 NETWORK SERVER HARDWAR
Total :
STREET LIGHTING & SIGNAL PO
Total :
EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT
Total :
Total :
WORKERS COMP CHARGES F
Total :
EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT
Total :
EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT
Total :
Page: 1
Amount
32.04
32.04
1,879.00
1,879.00
8,400.00
8,400.00
346.55
346.55
201.04
201.04
7,425.39
7,425.39
394.05
394.05
25.20
25.20
139.64
139.64
171.48
171.48
18.76
18.76
159.95
159.95
263.09
n. 7e: 1
vchlist
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J
Bank code : apbank
Voucher
Date Vendor
4076 1/9/2004 000016
4077 1/9/2004 000029
4078 1/9/2004 000019
4079 1/9/2004 000322
4080 1/9/2004 000024
4081 1/9/2004 000003
4082 1/9/2004 000397
4083 1/9/2004 000299
4084 1/9/2004 000001
PETROCARD SYSTEMS
PITNEY BOWES CREDIT CORP.
PURRFECT LOGOS, INC.
QWEST
RESOURCE COMPUTING INC.
ROYAL BUSINESS SYSTEMS
SIMPLEX - GRINNELL
SNYDER, KEVIN
SPOKANE COUNTY TREASURER
4085 1/9/2004 000083 STANDARD BLUEPRINT
4086 1/9/2004 000355 STEEN PRINTING
4087 1/9/2004 000398
4088 1/9/2004 000167
4089 1/9/2004 000089
TAN MOORE ARCHITECTS
VERA WATER & POWER
XO COMMUNICATIONS
n
Voucner List
Spokane Valley
Invoice
(Continued)
5618533 -DCO3
9818
121303
36185
178422
086 -5088
121803
Dec03
8595
122303
111703
Dec03
0103762331
PO #
Description /Account
COPY EQUIPMENT LEASE
VEHICLE DECALS
TELEPHONE CHARGES
SPRINKLER INSPECTION
Total :
Total :
Total :
Total :
IT NETWORK SUPPORT LABOR
Total :
COPY CHARGES
Total :
Total :
EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT
Total :
HEARING EXAMINER; DEC '03
Total :
MAP /PLANS FILES
PRINTING
Total :
Total :
PRINTING OF CONTRACT DOCU
Total :
STREET LIGHTING & SIGNAL PO
Total :
TELEPHONE /DSL SERVICE
t
Page: 2
Amount
263.09
447.53
447.53
151.34
151.34
40.60
40.60
3,188.95
3,188.95
333.12
333.12
183.24
183.24
12.96
12.96
6,37925
7,590.37
2,967.73
2,967.73
233.20
233.20
2,453.26
2,453.26
1,807.27
2,032.93
1,253.38
Page: 2
vchlist
01/08/2004 4:05:17PM
Voucher List Page: 3
Spokane Valley
Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice PO # Description /Account Amount
4089 1/9/2004 000089 XO COMMUNICATIONS (Continued) Total : 1,253.38
4090 1/9/2004 000396 K T U OF SPOKANE INC Ref000002086 county juridiction 75.00
Total : 75.00
27 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 40,419.80
27 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 40,419.80
1, the undersigned, do certify under penalty of perjury,
that the materials have been fumished, the services
rendered, or the labor performed as described herein
and that the claim is just, due and an unpaid obligation
against the City of Spokane Valley, and that I am
authorized to authenticate and certify to said claim.
Finance Director Date
OPTIONS:
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION:
STAFF CONTACT: Daniel Cenis
ATTACHMENTS
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: 1 -14 -04 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: x consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE : Payroll for Period Ending January 15, 2004
GOVERNING LEGISLATION:
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN:
BACKGROUND:
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Payroll for period ending 01 -15 -04
Salary: $ 91,642.10
Benefits: $ 9,686.13
$101,328.23
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
X old business new business ❑ public hearing
0 information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: An Ordinance Establishing Towing Regulations For the City of Spokane
Valley, No. 4 -001
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 46.55
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Staff has discussed towing - related issues with the
Council on several occasions over the past three months, particularly in relation to implementing
Ordinance No. 67, the Junk Vehicle Ordinance.
The Council had a first reading on 1- 13 -04.
BACKGROUND: The City Police Department advised staff that the City should adopt a towing
ordinance that provides local authority to perform police impounds of vehicles. Additionally, the
City adopted a junk vehicle ordinance that takes a fairly aggressive stance on removal of junk
vehicles. Given these two towing issues, staff has been working with the City Police, the
Washington State Patrol, and nearly all of the tow businesses in Spokane Valley to come up
with a comprehensive towing approach that addresses as many needs as possible.
The tentative plan, subject to Council approval is adoption of the attached draft Towing
Ordinance. It primarily provides authority for the City to contract with tow operators for police
impounds. One of the requirements (Section 10(A)(3)) for getting on the police tow list is that
the tow operator agrees to sign a contract to perform junk vehicles tows.
Staff met with the SV tow operators, and a representative of Spaldings Auto, to discuss how to
implement the towing ordinance that also covers the need to pick up junk vehicles. After
adoption of the towing ordinance, staff would draft a model contract for each tow operator to
sign requiring them to pick up junk vehicles at no charge to the City in exchange for getting on
the police tow list. Further, staff would draft a contract between the City and Spaldings that
Spaldings would accept all vehicles to be towed under the junk vehicle ordinance, and that they
would do this at no charge to the City or the owners of the vehicles. This was a major goal for
staff, arriving at a process that the vehicles would be removed and taken by a vehicle hulker at
no charge to the City.
* * * ** Staff received a call Thursday, January 15 from a representative of towers located in
Spokane, Steve Lown. Mr. Lown asked if the new ordinance would preclude any tower
from operating in Spokane Valley without having a yard here (and compliance with the
other requirements, but that was the primary concern), or was the intent to make that a
requirement only for conducting impounds, whether they are public or private initiated.
My understanding and intent in drafting this was that we were concerned with impound
situations. If a person's car was impounded, that they not be required to go to North
Spokane or Nine Mile to retrieve it. It is a matter of convenience. This would apply
whether the police initiated the impound (public) or if a parking lot has signs saying "X"
company will impound any vehicle parked without a parking permit (private).
If that is the intent, then staff recommends changing several matters that will be
specifically discussed at the meeting on January 20. The call came in late on 1- 15-04, too
late to be able to draft the new language in time to get it into the packets for the 1 -20 -04
session.
OPTIONS: Not adopt a towing ordinance and continue with police tows being split between city
and non -city tow operators. This approach would likely require the City to develop and adopt a
towing plan for junk vehicles that would require the City to pay for their removal and disposition.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move that the Council adopt the Draft Towing
Ordinance as amended.
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: There are not anticipated to be any financial impacts
associated with the recommended option, other 'than staff time related to contract management
with the tow operators, which is expected to be recovered through a $100 yearly registration
fee
STAFF CONTACT: Cary P. Driskell, Deputy City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS: Draft Towing Ordinance
Proposed towing ordinance — C. Driskell
Draft 3, January 20, 2004
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 04 -001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CiTY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING
TOWING REGULATIONS FOR THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY.
WHEREAS, RCW 46.55.240 provides statutory authority for cities to adopt tow ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley desires to adopt a tow ordinance to provide a set of
minimum safety guidelines by which tow operators must comply while operating in the City of' Spokane
Valley.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Washington, do ordain as follows:
Section 1. Intent. The City of Spokane Valley (hereafter referred to as "the City") declares
that the provisions of this Ordinance shall be deemed an exercise of power of the City to protect the
health, safety and welfare of its citizens. Therefore, the intent of this Ordinance is that all persons
engaging in a towing business or occupation within the corporate limits of the City as hereinafter defined
shall be subject to the provisions of this Ordinance.
Section 2. Definitions.
A. In construing the provisions of this Ordinance, except where otherwise plainly declared or clearly
apparent from the context, words used in this Ordinance shall be given their common and ordinary
meaning and in addition, the following definitions shall apply:
1. "impound" means the taking of a vehicle into legal custody, pursuant to law.
2. "registered tow operator" means a towing service having a valid and current registration filed
with the City authorizing the furnishing of towing services.
3. "operate a towing business or towing service within the corporate limits of the City," means to
physically initiate the towing of a vehicle or vehicles within the City. It does not include towing vehicles
into the City from outside the City nor traveling through the City with a vehicle in tow.
4. "police" means any authorized agent of the City of Spokane Valley Police Department or other
law enforcement agency having jurisdiction.
the City
5. "police department" means the Police Department of the City.
6. "police impound" means the vehicle has been impounded at the direction of a police officer of
7. "private impound" means the vehicle has been impounded at the direction of a person having
control or possession of the private property upon which the vehicle was located.
S. "public impound" means the vehicle has been impounded by a public official (or designee
thereof) having jurisdiction over the public property upon which the vehicle is located.
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9. "tow truck" means any vehicle designed or intended to tow vehicles, which are disabled by
mechanical failure or physical damage or being impounded pursuant to law.
10. "towing business" or "towing service" includes any person, partnership, joint venture,
corporation or other business which owns and /or operates one or more tow trucks and is located within
the corporate limits of the City and who engages in the impounding, transporting or storage of
unauthorized vehicles or the disposal of abandoned vehicles.
Section 3. Tow Operator Registration Required. It is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine
of not more than one thousand dollars and/or imprisonment for not more than ninety days, for any person,
corporation, partnership, joint venture or other business entity to provide towing services within the
corporate limits of the City without having a valid and current tow operator registration with the City.
Such a registration shall not be transferable. Upon a sale or transfer of the towing business, a new
registration with authorization must be obtained as provided in this chapter. The registration required by
this chapter is in addition to a general business license required by this state, and the regulations
established in this chapter are supplemental to the registration requirements of the State of Washington.
Section 4. Application for Tow Operator Registration. Application for a tow operator
registration must be made in writing on an application form furnished by the City, and must be filed with
the City Clerk. The application shall include complete information concerning the ownership of the
business, the number and type of vehicles to be operated, the name under which the applicant intends to
operate, the legal form of the business entity operating the business, the office address of the towing
business, the address of any storage facilities, the name and address of the person in charge of the
business plus any additional information reasonably required by the City clerk and /or Chief of Police.
The applicant shall also furnish with the application a current registration certificate from the Washington
State Department of Licensing pursuant to RCW 46.55.020 as adopted or hereafter amended, and a
current letter of appointment from the equipment and standards review section of the Washington State
Patrol. The City Clerk shall determine whether all requirements have been met and information furnished
as required by the provisions of this Ordinance. The City Clerk may call upon the Police Chief to
conduct an investigation to obtain pertinent information relating to the tow operator registration. All
equipment to be used in the towing business shall be available for inspection by the City of Spokane
Valley Police Department during reasonable business hours.
Section 5. Proof of Insurance. A certificate of insurance must be filed with the City Clerk at
the time the application is filed. Insurance coverage shall be in the minimum limits of one hundred
thousand dollars combined single limits for bodily injury and property damage liability per occurrence.
For vehicles in the custody of the operator, the insurance coverage shall provide minimum limits of fifty
thousand dollars from the time a vehicle comes into custody of an operator until it is redeemed or sold.
The certificate of insurance shall indicate the operator's extent of coverage; limits and the expiration date
of said policy. Such insurance as is required in this Ordinance shall be maintained in full force and effect
for the full period to be covered by the tow business registration applied for. Applicant shall submit a
certificate of insurance to the City at the time of registration application indicating compliance with the
insurance requirements set forth herein and naming the City as an additional insured on the insurance
coverage. The insurer shall be obliged to give not less than thirty days' written notice to the City before
any cancellation or termination of the policy earlier than its expiration date. Cancellation of or failure to
maintain the insurance automatically cancels the operator's registration.
Section 6. Registration Suspension and Revocation.
A. A tow operator registration will be suspended or revoked if the tow operator does any of the
following:
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1. Operates or permits the operation of a tow truck by a driver not having a valid driver's license
required by state law for tow operators, or whose required license has been suspended or revoked;
2. Fails to maintain in full force and affect the insurance required in this Ordinance;
3. Fails to comply with the requirements of this Ordinance;
4. Authorizes any person to drive a tow truck that is not equipped as required by this ordinance or
state law, as currently enacted or hereafter amended;
5. Falsifies any information on the application, or information required to be kept or submitted to
the City by this Ordinance;
6. Allows the registration certificate issued by the Department of Licensing to lapse, or if such
certificate is suspended or revoked;
7. Operated or permitted the operation of the tow truck while the driver is using or in possession
of alcohol or controlled substances, during its operation;
8. Engaged in unfair methods of competition and/or unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the
operation of a tow business.
Section 7. Suspension, Revocation - Hearings and Appeals.
A. "Suspension" of a registration means that the registered tow operator's privilege to operate his /her
towing business is barred for a specific period of time within the City. A suspended registration may be
reinstated upon the lapse of a specified period of time or by correcting the deficiencies.
13. "Revocation" of a registration means that the registration has been canceled. A registered tow
operator whose registration has been revoked cannot have his/her registration reinstated, but must comply
with all conditions of revocation including reapplying for a new registration.
C. When the City Clerk obtains information from which he /she believes a violation of this
Ordinance has occurred, the City Clerk shall provide the registered tow operator with a notice of proposed
suspension /revocation which shall provide notification to the registered tow operator that a hearing will
be held on whether to revoke or suspend the registration at a time or date determined by the City Hearing
Examiner. The notice of proposed suspension /revocation will be sent to the registered tow operator at the
address listed on the registered tow operator's application. It is the registered tow operator's duty to keep
the address information on the application current at all times. In the event the registered tow operator
fails to attend the hearing, the registration will automatically be revoked /suspended. Any
revocation /suspension will not be effective until the City clerk makes a determination following the
hearing.
D. The City Hearing Examiner will conduct the hearing pursuant to the provisions of Spokane
Valley Ordinance No. 57 as currently adopted or hereafter amended. The Hearing Examiner shall
determine if the tow operator's registration should be suspended or revoked, and determine the conditions
of reinstatement, if any on a suspension.
E. Notwithstanding subsections C and D of this section, a registration suspension /revocation shall
become effective immediately without the benefit of any presuspension /revocation hearing when the City
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Clerk determines that any of the following has occurred:
1. the operator has failed to maintain in full force and effect the insurance required in this
Ordinance;
2. the operator has allowed the registration certificate from the Washington State Department of
Licensing to lapse;
3. if such registration certificate from the Washington State Department of Licensing is
suspended or revoked;
4. the registar has operated or permitted the operation of a tow truck by an unlicensed driver or
by a driver whose license has been suspended or revoked.
F. Upon revocation /suspension of any registration issued pursuant to this Ordinance, or the denial of
any registration regulated by this Ordinance, an appeal may be filed in Spokane County Superior Court
pursuant to Spokane Valley Ordinance No. 57.
It is unlawful for any person whose registration has been revoked or suspended to keep the registration
issued to him /her in his/her possession or under his control, and the same shall immediately be
surrendered to the City Clerk. When revoked, the registration shall be canceled, and when suspended, the
City Clerk shall retain the same during the period of suspension.
Section 8. Compliance with Laws, Rules and Regulations. All registered tow operators
shall operate their towing business and conduct their operations in accordance with all applicable laws of
the state and all applicable rules and regulations of the Washington State Department of Licensing and the
Washington State Patrol. Specifically, all Registered Business Owners /Licensees shall comply with RCW
Chapter 46.55, \VAC Chapter 308 -61, and WAC Chapter 204 -91A, as currently adopted or hereafter
amended.
Section 9. Secure Storage Facility. All registered tow operators shall maintain a building
that the business occupies, either continuously or at regular times, where tow business books and records
are kept and towing business is transacted.
All towing businesses shall maintain a secure storage facility approved by the Washington State Patrol for
the purpose of securely storing towed vehicles. The place of business and the storage facility may be in
separate locations. However, the storage facility must be located within the city limits of Spokane Valley
to ensure convenience to City residents in the retrieval of impounded vehicles. The place of business and
storage facility shall comply with all applicable state laws and regulations.
All vehicles impounded within the City shall be placed within the storage facility of the towing business
performing the impound, and shall remain within the storage facility until disposal.
Section 10. Registered Tow Operators Authorized for Police Impounds.
A. The Police Department is authorized to establish and maintain a list of registered tow operators
who are qualified for police impounds. Registered tow operators who meet all of the following criteria
shall qualify for police impounds and be put on the police tow list:
I. meet all other requirements for registration under this Ordinance;
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2. possess a current letter of appointment from the Washington State Patrol for Zone 2;
3. sign a contract with the City that the tow operator agrees to perform junk vehicle tows pursuant
to Spokane Valley Ordinance No. 67;
4. pay the annual registration fee. This fee shall be set by resolution of the City Council. The
registration shall expire on December 31st of the year for which the license was issued and there shall be
no prorating of the license fee. The registration fee is a cost recovery mechanism for contract
administration; and
S. have a storage facility within the City of Spokane Valley at which all property from police
impounds is placed.
The police tow list shall be reviewed at least annually to determine if each registered tow operator listed
thereon still possesses a current letter of appointment. Registered tow operators qualified for police
impounds shall be rated class A registered tow operators.
B. Class A List.
1. The list of qualified class A registered towing businesses shall be used in connection with the
impounding or removal of disabled or abandoned vehicles or vehicles which may be impounded under
provisions of law by order of the police.
2. When a person makes a request to the Police Department: or police dispatcher for towing
services when the vehicle is not subject to impound, the request shall be treated as a non - preference
matter and the request shall be referred to a qualified class A registered tow operator in the same manner
as if the police were requesting the towing service pursuant to an impound.
C. All referrals under subsection B of this section shall be distributed on a rotation basis among
qualified class A registered tow operators who have notified the police department in writing of their
willingness to accept such referrals.
D. Except in regard to impounds, nothing in this Ordinance shall be construed to preclude any
person from requesting the services of a registered towing business of their choice, unless in the opinion
of the police department, accommodating such request would result in undue delay or the maintenance of
a hazardous situation or condition.
E. Class A registered tow operators shall observe the following practices and procedures when
engaged in police impounds:
1. When called by the police department., the tow truck operator will dispatch a tow truck from
within the City within five minutes and be moving in the City within ten minutes during normal business
hours;
2. Tow trucks dispatched at the request of the patrol after normal business hours will be on the
move within the City within twenty minutes after receiving the call;
3. The tow truck that is dispatched will arrive at the stated location within a reasonable time
considering distance, traffic and weather conditions;
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4. if for any reason a tow operator is unable to dispatch a tow truck within the stated time or if the
dispatched truck will be delayed for any reason, the operator shall so advise the police department stating
the reason and estirnated time of arrival. In the event the tow truck fails to arrive at the scene within a
reasonable time, the police department will contact another tow operator to respond to the scene and will
cancel the original tow;
5. A tow operator on rotation who is unable to dispatch or arrive within the times stated in
subsections 1, 2, 3 and 4 of this section will forfeit his turn and be placed at the bottom of the rotation list
as if he had responded;
6. Consistent refusal or failure of the class A registered tow operator to respond to calls from the
police department for towing services may result in the removal from the list of qualified class A
registered tow operators;
7. The tow operator shall advise the police department when the tow company is temporarily
unavailable to respond to rotational calls with a class A, B or C tow truck. Unavailability may occur due
to conditions such as, but not limited to, other tow truck commitments, tow truck disabled and/or under
repair, unforeseen driver shortage due to illness, etc. The period of unavailability may last less than an
hour or much longer. The tow operator will give the reason for unavailability and approximately when
the company will be available to respond to calls.
The tow company will be removed from the rotational list and will not be called until the operator advises
the police department that the company is once again able to respond to calls with an A, B or C class
truck. In all such cases, the tow company will resume its normal position on the rotational list without
regard to any missed calls or its position prior to being unavailable;
8. The tow operator will advise the police department whenever a private call is received for tow
with circumstances that indicate that the tow is for a vehicle which has been involved in an accident,
incident or equipment breakdown on the public roadway. The tow operator also will advise the police
department of all private calls to motor vehicle accidents on private property resulting in bodily injury or
death;
9. The tow operator will notify the police department before moving any vehicle involved in an
accident an a public highway or street under the jurisdiction of the police department or where it appears
that the driver of the vehicle to be moved is under the influence of intoxicants or drugs, or is otherwise
incapacitated.
10. When the police department is in charge of an accident scene or other such incident, a tow
operator shall not respond to the scene unless his services have been specifically requested by the police
department, the driver /owner, or his agent.
11. The tow operator shall be available, or will ensure that specific employees are available,
twenty -four hours a day for the purpose of receiving calls or arranging for the release of vehicles.
Business hours will be posted conspicuously at the operator's place of business so they can be seen during
business hours and non- business hours.
12. The operator shall post a current copy of tow and storage rates arising from police - initiated
tows in the following locations:
a. At the entrance to the place of business, in a conspicuous location, plainly visible and
readable by members of the public, whether the business is open or closed. if, in order to
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meet this requirement, the rate sheet must be placed in a location, exposed to the elements, it
shall he protected so as to remain legible.
b. Inside the business location, where business is commonly transacted. The rate sheets shall be
posted in such manner as to be clearly and plainly visible and readable at all times by
customers of the business.
c. A copy of the current rates will be sent: to the police department. Notice of any change(s) in
service rates will be forwarded to the police department ten days before the effective date of
the change(s).
d. In the event that an operator has only a class B truck and utilizes it for class A and B type
tows, the operator shall file a rate sheet that specifies the rates charged for the different types
of tows.
Whenever any operator utilizes a larger truck than the towed vehicle warrants, the operator
shall charge fees based on the size of the towed vehicle, not the size of the truck used.
Example: A class C truck is used, at the operator's discretion, to tow a class B truck size
vehicle. The fees charged shall be those for a class B, not a class C.
13. Charges made for towing services arising from calls initiated by the police department shall
be consistent with charges made for similar services performed at the request of the general public.
14. Unless other arrangements are made with commissioned police personnel at the scene, all
impounded vehicles shall be. taken to the tow operator's nearest approved storage location within the City.
15. The tow operator will maintain, for three years, records on towed and released vehicles that
were towed at the request of the police department. This record will include, but is not to be limited to:
a. An itemized receipt of all charges for the services provided;
b. An inventory sheet or copy thereof made out by the police officer at the scene of the tow and
signed by the operator;
c. All other records required by the police department.
Such records will he available for inspection by the police department during normal business hours at the
operator's place of business.
16. The tow operator will sign an inventory sheet made out by the police officer at the scene.
The tow operator shall obtain from the officer, and the officer shall provide, a signed authorization for the
impound as required by RCW 46.55.080(2).
17. Tow operators shall perform towing tasks cotnpetently according to a reasonable standard of
care within the towing industry.
18. No tow operator, employee or agent shall misappropriate, wrongfully convert to his/her own
use, or abuse property belonging to another and entrusted to his/her care or storage.
19. Tow truck operators will use emergency lights to warn other motorists only when at the scene
of accidents, disabled vehicles and /or recoveries. Such lighting shall not be used when traveling to or
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from the scene.
20. l'ow truck operators shall be responsible for cleaning accident/incident scenes of all vehicle
glass and debris.
21. Specific operating restrictions and/or requirements, by truck class, are as follows:
a. The standard air brake release tools (caging stud assemblies) required to be carried in the
class Band C trucks shall be used, whenever necessary, to preserve potential evidence
involving brake equipment or adjustment settings.
When an operator is attempting to move a vehicle equipped with locked spring parking
brakes that cannot be released by external air supply, the caging assemblies shall be used to
release the brake tension. Under no circumstances shall the towed vehicle's brake assemblies
or adjustments be moved or disturbed in any way that will prevent later determination of the
pre- accident or incident settings.
b. Class 13 trucks in excess of twenty -three thousand pounds gross vehicle weight rating need
not carry dollies when towing or recovering heavy vehicles.
c. Class D and E and S trucks shall not be used to respond to initial calls unless specifically
authorized by police personnel at the scene or by local written policy approved by the chief of
police.
d. Class E trucks shall:
i. When used for multiple vehicle towing recovery (one on bed, one in tow),
all invoice charges shall be evenly divided between the vehicles so
transported;
ii. Not be operated in excess of either gross vehicle weight rating or
purchased tonnage weight limits;
iii. Be required to carry its portable lights only when used in a towing mode.
22. Whenever a special event or overflow storage lot is approved by the police department the
operator shall maintain personnel at the lot twenty-four hours per day for security and vehicle and/or
personal property release. If necessary, reimbursement for such labor shall be part of the contract for the
special event, if appropriate, or by amended storage rates with a waiver of the ten -day rate change notice
requirement approved by the police department.
At the conclusion of a special event or overflow situation, all vehicles not reclaimed by the owner shall be
towed to the operator's regular storage facility and processed in the normal fashion. No additional fee
shall be charged for towing the vehicle from the overflow lot to the regular facility.
23. All work performed by the operator and /or employee shall be in the most professional and
expeditious manner. All invoices and other required forms shall be completed accurately and promptly.
F. Records kept on City of Spokane Valley police impounds, including all services rendered at the
request of the City of Spokane Valley police, shall be available for inspection by the police department
during normal business hours.
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Section 11. Drivers. All drivers must be a least eighteen years of age, possess a valid
Washington operator's license with the proper class of commercial driver's license where required, and be
able to demonstrate that he/she is covered by the insurance policy of the towing business specified in
Section 5 of this Ordinance.
Section 12. Soliciting Business. It is unlawful for any person to drive or operate a tow truck
on any public street or way open to the public for the purpose of solicitation of business, without having
been called to the location of an accident, disabled vehicle, or impound by the owner or operator of the
vehicle, his authorized agent or the police.
Section 13. Fees Charged by Tow Operator for Police - Initiated Tows. The schedule of
maximum fees shall conform to, and not be more than, the schedule of maximum fees then in effect by
the Washington State Patrol. The schedule of maximum fees may be adjusted periodically by the police
chief to conform to any adjustments made by the Washington State Patrol to its schedule of maximum
fees.
Any class A licensee shall not exceed the fees of such schedule for services rendered at the request of the
police department or its dispatcher. Charging fees in excess of those specified in the fee schedule, or
charging for services not actually rendered, may result in suspension from the list of class A registered
tow operators authorized for police impounds. Private impound fees are set by the registered business
operator and recorded with the Department of Licensing in accordance with Washington State Patrol
guidelines.
Section 14. No Vested Right to do Police Impounds. Nothing in this chapter shall proscribe
the City from contracting with one or more tow operators for tow services requested by the police and /or
providing such towing services with City personnel and equipment. It is the intent of this chapter to
establish certain requirements for tow business and those registered tow operators authorized to do police
impounds, but not to vest any specific rights to do police impounds or other police- requested towing
services.
Section 15. Violation - Penalty.
A. Injunctive Action. Any violation of the provisions of this Ordinance constitutes a public nuisance,
which the City can abate through the provisions of Spokane Valley Ordinance No. 83.
B. Suspension /Revocation. Any violation of the provisions of this Ordinance may be grounds for
suspension or revocation of a tow operator's registration with the City, pursuant to Section 7 of this
Ordinance.
C. Provisions Nonexclusive. Penalty and enforcement provisions provided in this chapter are not
exclusive, and the City may pursue any remedy or relief it deems appropriate.
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ATTEST:
Passed this day of January, 2004.
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Cary P. Driskell, Deputy City Attorney
Date of Publication:
Effective Date:
Michael DeVleming, Mayor
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
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AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Second Reading — Ordinance No. 04 -002 (Street Vacation Ordinance)
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 35A.47.020 (Streets -- Acquisition, standards of design,
use, vacation and abandonment -- Funds) and RCW 35.79 (Streets - Vacation)
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: The City Council conducted the first reading of
Ordinance No. 04 -002 on January 13, 2004 and directed the ordinance to be brought back to
the Council for second reading on January 20, 2004.
BACKGROUND: RCW 35A.47.020 and RCW 35.79 provide the statutory standards and
regulations for local jurisdictions' processing and consideration of proposals to vacate public
ownership of streets and alleys to private ownership. Beginning in summer 2003, the City
Council discussed with staff the statutory requirements for the processing of street vacation
requests, and the alternative policy approaches the City Council could enact. Key issues
discussed by the City Council included whether or not to charge compensation for vacated
streets or alleys, different methods for charging compensation, and the role and responsibilities
of the City Council and the Planning Commission in the review and consideration of vacation
requests.
OPTIONS: Conduct the second reading of Ordinance No. 04 -002 as submitted and move to
either approve or deny the ordinance.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to approve Ordinance No. 04002.
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The City Council passed Resolution 03 -053 on November
25, 2003, adopting the City's current Master Fee Schedule (effective January 1, 2004). The
current Master Fee Schedule specifies a current $300.00 Street Vacation Application fee. Staff
will submit a separate resolution at the Council's January 20, 2004 regular meeting that will
propose to amend the current 2004 Master Fee Schedule to modify the current Street Vacation
Application fee from $300.00 to $1,300.00.
STAFF CONTACT: Cary Driskell, Deputy City Attorney / Kevin Snyder, AICP, Current
Planning Manager
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY,
WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 04 -002
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE. VALLEY, WASIITNGTON, PROVIDING
REGULATIONS FOR THE VACATION OF STREET RIGHTS -OF -WAY.
WHEREAS RCW 35A.47.020 provides statutory authority for cities to vacate public rights -of -way;
WHEREAS, RCW 35.79 provides a general procedural framework for cities to vacate public rights-of-
way; and
W}{EREA:S, the City would like to have an ordinance that provides specific guidance to its citizens on the
procedural requirements for vacating public rights -of -way.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY,
WASHINGTON DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. — Purpose and intent. The purpose of this chapter is to establish procedures, notice
requirements and fees for the vacation of streets and alleys within the city. This chapter is intended to
implement the authority granted to the city by Chapter 35.79 RCW and RCW 35A.47.020 and to conform
to their provisions. In case of conflict between this chapter and those statutes, the provisions this
Ordinance shall be controlling.
SECTION 2 — Initiation of Vacation. The owners of an interest in any real property abutting upon any
street or alley who may desire to vacate the street or alley, or any part thereof, may petition the City
Council. In the alternative, the City Council may itself initiate a vacation by resolution. The petition or
resolution shall be filed with the City Clerk.
SECTION 3 — Petition for Vacation. The petition shall be in a form prescribed by the Community
Development Director (hereinafter referred to as "the Director" or his or her designee) and shall be signed
by the owners of more than two - thirds of the property abutting the portion of the street or alley sought to
be vacated,. The petition shall also discuss the criteria set forth in Section 11 of this Ordinance. The
sufficiency of the petition shall be governed by R.CW 35A.01.040.
SECTION 4 — Petition fees. Every petition for the vacation of any street or alley or any part thereof,
shall be accompanied by a fee in an amount established by resolution of the city to defray a portion of the
administrative costs incurred in processing the petition and publishing, posting and mailing notices. The
fees shall not be refunded under any circumstances. The amount of the petition fees shall be set by
Resolution, and the set amount shall be stated in the City of Spokane Valley Master Fee Schedule,
SECTION 5 — Submittal Requirements for Petitions.
Every petition shall be accompanied by: (1) an Assessor's Map from the Spokane County Assessor's
Office showing with a solid red line the portion of the street or alley sought to be vacated, (2) a vicinity
map showing the general area of the proposed vacation, (3) a copy of the record of survey, if available
for the subject street and alley proposed for vacation and abutting properties and streets and alleys within
100 feet on all sides of the proposed vacation; (4) written evidence of any and all easements or allowances
or reservations, public or private, pertaining to the street or alley proposed for vacation; and (5) a written
narrative describing the reasons for the proposed street vacation, the physical limits of the proposed street
vacation and the public benefit of the proposed street vacation.
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SECTION 6 — Setting of Hearing. Upon receipt of the petition, the fee and all required documents, the
City Clerk shall forward the petition and required documents to the Director, who shall determine whether
the petition has been signed by the owners of more than two - thirds of the property abutting the part of the
street or alley to be vacated. If the petition has been signed by the requisite percentage of such owners,
the Director shall bring the petition before the City Council within 30 days of receipt of the petition, and
the City Council shall by resolution fix the time when the petition will be heard by the City Council, or a
com. mittee of the City Council, which time shall not be more than 60 days nor less than 20 days after the
adoption of the resolution. Where the City Council initiates the vacation by resolution, that resolution
shall fix the time when the proposed vacation will be heard by the City Council or a committee of the City
Council.
SECTION 7 — Staff Report. The Director, in conjunction with the Public Works Department shall
prepare a report concerning the proposed vacation. The Public Works Department shall be responsible
for conducting a needs analysis of the street or alley proposed for vacation in consideration of existing
and future transportation system needs and requirements. The report shall address the criteria (see
Section 11) to be considered by the City Council in determining whether to vacate the street or alley, and
such other information as deemed appropriate by the Director including but not limited to drainage
requirements, street closure requirements such as the removal and replacement of concrete, asphalt, and
placement of barriers limiting vehicle movements. In preparing the report, the Director shall solicit
comments from the Police Department, the Fire Department and may solicit comments from other
governmental agencies and utility companies having jurisdiction or utilities within the boundaries of the
City. The report shall be submitted to the Planning Commission and to the petitioner and his or her
representative, not less than seven (7) calendar days before the hearing.
SECTION 8 — Notice of Wearing. Upon the passage of the resolution fixing the time for hearing the
petition or proposal for vacation, the City Clerk, or the Director, acting under direction and supervision of
the City Clerk, shall give not less than 20 days' notice of the time, place_ and purpose of the hearing by (1)
posting of a written notice in three (3) conspicuous places in the City; (2) publishing written notice once
in the City's official newspaper, (2) posting a minimum twenty -four (24) inch by thirty -six (36) inch
notice sign in a conspicuous place at each end of the street or alley sought to be vacated describing the
proposed vacation and the date, time and location of the public heaimg; and (3) mailing written notice to
all petitioners at the addresses on the petition and all owners of property abutting the street or alley
proposed to be vacated, as shown on the records of' the Spokane County Assessor, not to exceed ninety
(90) calendar days from the date of the public hearing. The Director shall send the same written notice to
the representative of the petitioners at the address on the petition.
SECTION 9 — Protest. If fifty (50) percent or more of the abutting property owners file written
objections to a City Council- initiated vacation with the City Clerk, prior to the time of the hearing, the
city shall be prohibited from proceeding with the vacation.
SECTION 10 — Planning Commission Review and Recommendation. The hearing on the petition or
proposal shall be held before the Planning Commission upon the day fixed by resolution or at the time to
which a hearing may be adjourned. In its consideratoin of the proposed vacation of the street or alley, the
Planning Commission shall render a recommendation based on the criteria specified in Section 11.A -E.
Following the hearing, the Director shall forward the Planning Commission's recommendation and the
hearing minutes to the City Council at a regularly scheduled meeting. If a hearing is held before the
Planning Commission, it shall not be necessary to hold a hearing before the City Council, provided that
the City Council may at its discretion determine to hold a separate hearing on the proposal.
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SECTION 11 — City Council Decision. Following the hearing and receipt of the Planning Commission's
recommendation the City Council shall determine whether to vacate the street or alley. The determination
shall include, but not. be limited to, consideration of the following criteria:
A. Whether a change of use or vacation of the street or alley will better serve the public;
B. Whether the street or alley is no longer required for public use or public access;
C. Whether the substitution of a new and different public way would be more useful to the public;
O. Whether conditions may so change in the future as to provide a greater use or need than
presently exists; and
E. Whether objections to the proposed vacation are rnacle by owners of private property
(exclusive of petitioners) abutting the street or alley or other governmental agencies or members of the
general public.
If the City Council determines to grant the vacation, the action shall be made by ordinance with such
conditions or limitations as the City Council deems necessary and proper to preserve any desired public
use or benefit. The ordinance may contain a provision retaining or requiring conveyance of easements for
construction, repair and maintenance of existing and future utilities and services.
Pursuant to RCW 35.79.040, the City Council in approving a street vacation request shall specify that the
vacated portion of the street or alley shall belong to the abutting property owners, one -half to each, unless
factual circumstances otherwise dictate a different division and distribution of the street or alley to be
vacated.
The City Council reserves the right to require compensation as a condition of approval of ordinance
action, provided that such compensation shall comply with the requirements of RC W 35.79.030, and
further, that any required compensation shall be paid to the City prior to the City's participaiton in
required title transfer actions.
•SECTION 12 — Vacation of Waterfront Streets.
A. The city shall not vacate a street or alley if any portion of the street or alley abuts a body of
water unless:
1. The vacation is sought to enable the City to acquire the property for beach or water
access purposes, or launching sites, park, public view, recreation, educational purposes,
or other public uses;
2. The City Council, by resolution, declares that the street or alley is not presently being
used as a street or alley and that the street or alley is not suitable for any of the following
purposes: beach or water access, launching sites, park, public view, recreation, or
education; or
3. The vacation is sought to enable the City to implement a plan, adopted by resolution or
ordinance, that provides comparable or improved public access to the same shoreline
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area to which the street or alley sought to be vacated abuts, had the properties included in
the plan not been vacated.
13. Before adopting an ordinance vacating a street. or alley under subsection (A)(2) of this section,
the City Council shall:
1. Cause an inventory to be compiled of all rights -of -way within the city that abut the
same body of water that is abutted by the street or alley sought to be vacated;
2. Cause a study to be conducted to determine if the street or alley to be vacated is
unsuitable for use by the city for any of the following purposes: launching sites, beach
or water access, park, public view recreation, or education;
3. Hold a public hearing on the proposed vacation in the manner required by Chapter
35.79 RCW and this chapter; and
4. Include in its written decision a finding that the street or alley sought to be vacated is
not suitable for any other purposes listed under subsection (B)(2) of this section, and that
the vacation is in the public's interest.
C. Notice of the public hearing on the proposed vacation shall be provided in accordance with the
notice provisions of Section 8 of this Ordinance, provided, that the City shall also post notice of the
public hearing conspicuously on the street or alley sought to be vacated, which notice shall indicate that
the area is a public access, that the street or alley is proposed to be vacated, and that anyone objecting to
the proposed vacation should attend the public hearing or send a letter to the Director indicating the
objection.
SECTION 13 — Application of Zoning District Designation. The zoning district designation of the
properties adjoining each side of the street or alley to be vacated shall be automatically extended to the
center of such vacation, and all area shall included in the vacation shall then and henceforth be subject to
all regulations of the extended districts. The adopting ordinance shall specify this zoning district
extension inclusive of the applicable zoning district designations.
SECTION 14 - Recording of ordinance. A certified copy of the ordinance vacating a street or alley or
part thereof, shall be recorded by the City Clerk in the office of the Spokane County Auditor.
SECTION 15 — Compliance to City Council Conditions. All conditions of City Council authorization
shall be fully satisfied prior to any transfer of title by the City.
SECTION 16 — Record of Survey Required. Following the City Council's passage of the ordinance
approving the proposal to vacate the street or alley, a record of survey prepared by a registered surveyor
in the State of Washington and including an exact metes and bounds legal description and specifying if
applicable any and all easements for construction, repair and maintenance of existing and future utilities
and services, shall be submitted by the proponent to the Director. Said record of survey shall contain the
professional stamp and signature of the registered surveyor, shall contain signature lines for the City of
Spokane Valley Community Development Director, City of Spokane Valley Public Works Director or
designee, and the proponent indicating acceptance of the vacated street or alley. Said record of survey
shall also specifying location, dimensions and area of all parcels of land abutting and within one hundred
(100) feet on all sides of the vacated street or alley.
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SECTION 17 — Costs of Title Transfer to be Borne by Proponent. All direct and indirect costs of title
transfer of the vacated street or alley from public to private ownership including but not limited to title
company charges, copying fees, and recording fees are to be borne by the proponent. The City will not
assume any financial responsibility for any direct or indirect costs for the transfer of title.
SECTION 18 — Severability. if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or any
regulation, rule or order adopted pursuant to the authority thereof be determined invalid or
unconstitutional, it shall not. affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance.
SECTION 19 — Effective date. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after
publication of this ordinance or a summary thereof in the official newspaper of the City as provided by
law.
ATTEST:
PASSED by the City Council this day of January, 2004.
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
Cary P. Driskell, Deputy City Attorney
Date of publication:
Effective date:
Michael DeVleming, Mayor
Street Vacation Ordinance 04 -002 Page 5 of 5
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent X old business new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Proposed Fire District Annexation Ordinance, 04 -003
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 52.04.161
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: The Council previously annexed, on a temporary
basis, to Fire Districts 1,8 and 9, first for 2003, then again for 2004 by Resolution 03 -049. RCW
52.04.161 states that the City will automatically be removed from the fire districts by operation of
law unless the City requests that it be annexed on a more permanent basis to one or more fire
districts.
Staff has met with representatives of FD 1, FD 8 and FD 9 to discuss the various options. Staff
has also conducted several in -depth discussions with the Council on the various fire protection
options available to the City, most recently on December 23, 2003 by Nina Regor.
The Council conducted a first reading on 1- 13 -04. No changes were suggested by the Council.
BACKGROUND:
Staff recently learned from FD 1 and 9 that the four parcels comprising FD 9's jurisdiction in
Spokane Valley are in the process of being merged from FD 9 to FD 1. If successful (there is
no indication it will not be) then the election would be for annexation to FD 1 and FD 8.
As presented on December 23, the type and amount of work necessary to bring this matter to
the ballot requires quick action by the Council. Staff asserts, supported by FD 1 and FD 8, that
April 27 is the first realistic ballot date this matter could appear. Staff further asserts that we
want to make sure we have the matter on the ballot for that election to be able to have a second
attempt at passage if the April 27 effort is not successful.
OPTIONS: Not annexing to the existing fire districts, which would result in the City either
contracting for fire protection services, or forming our own fire department.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to adopt proposed Ordinance No. 04 -003, and
request that the County place this matter on the April 27, 2004 ballot.
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Previously outlined at length by Deputy City Manager Nina
Regor on December 23, 2003.
STAFF CONTACT: Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager; Morgan Koudelka, Administrative
Analyst; Cary P. Driskell, Deputy City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS: Proposed Ordinance No. 04 -003
Proposed fire district annexation ordinance — C. Driskell
January 15, 2004 — draft two
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 04 -003
AN ORDINANCE. OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WASHINGTON,
PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A PROPOSITION TO THE
QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY FOR
APPROVAL OR REJECTION OF ANNEXATION TO SPOKANE COUNTY
FIRE DISTRICT 1 AND SPOKANE COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT 8
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 52.04.161, the City of Spokane Valley has
received fire services in its first two years of incorporation from the existing fire districts
within the City's corporate limits;
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 52.04.161, the City of Spokane Valley shall be
withdrawn from the existing fire districts unless a ballot proposition is adopted by the
voters of Spokane Valley providing annexation into one or more existing fire districts;
WHEREAS, Resolution 03 -016, adopted by the City Council February 11, 2003,
directed the City Manager to contact the existing fire districts to investigate and report on
future fire protection services, including long -term annexation to the districts;
WHEREAS, the City Manager has conducted said investigation, and recommends
annexing to Spokane County Fire Districts 1 and 8;
WHEREAS, the public interest will be served by annexing to Spokane County
Fire District 1 and Spokane County Fire District 8;
WHEREAS, the City Council is desirous of being annexed by Spokane County
Fire Districts 1 and 8; and
WHEREAS, RCW 52.04.061 states that the legislative authority of a city seeking
to annex to one or more fire districts may initiate said annexation by adoption of an
ordinance stating the city's intent.
NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Washington,
ordains as follows:
Section 1. Intent. It is the intent of the City Council of the City of Spokane
Valley to submit for ballot proposition of the qualified electorate of the City of Spokane
Valley the approval or rejection of the annexation of the City of Spokane Valley to
Spokane County Fire District 1 and Spokane County Fire District 8 as the boundaries of
those Districts are configured at the date of the election on this issue.
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Proposed fire district annexation ordinance — C. Driskell
January 15, 2004 — draft two
Section 2. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence or clause. of this
Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity
oldie remaining provisions of this Ordinance.
Section 3. Effective date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect five
days after publication of this Ordinance or a summary thereof occurs in the official
newspaper of the City as provided by law.
ATTEST:
Passed this day of January, 2004.
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Approved As To Form:
Cary P. Driskell, Deputy City Attorney
Date of Publication:
Effective Date:
Michael DeVleming, Mayor
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Resolution No. 04 -001 (Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004)
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: Ordinance No. 38 (Relating to Fees Charged for Services
Provided by the City), effective March 31, 2003.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: The City Council approved Resolution No. 03 -053 on
November 25, 2003 establishing a Master Fee Schedule for 2004.
BACKGROUND: Street Vacation Application Fee Modification — During the legislative
development of Ordinance No. 04 -001 that is currently scheduled for second reading on
January 20, 2004, the City Council directed staff to analyze the cost recovery adequacy of the
current $300.00 Street Vacation Application Fee established pursuant to Resolution No. 03 -053.
Staff provided written analysis in the January 13, 2004 agenda packet for the first reading of
Ordinance No. 04 -002 that identified that the current Street Vacation Application Fee does not
provide adequate cost recovery. Staffs analysis recommended that the application fee be
increased to $1,300.00 to provide a higher level of cost recovery for the direct costs associated
with the processing of Street Vacation requests. The City Council stated no objection to this
proposed modification during its discussion of the Ordinance on January 13, 2004.
Tow Operator Annual Registration Fee Establishment — The City Council conducted a first
reading of Ordinance No. 04 -001 on January 13, 2004. A.4 of Section 10 (Registered Tow
Operators Authorized for Police Impounds) directs that an annual registration fee shall be
established by the City Council through resolution for the purpose of creating a cost recovery
mechanism for contract administration costs. Ordinance No. 04 -001 is scheduled for second
reading on January 20, 2004. The City Council stated no objection to the establishment of this
fee during its discussion of the Ordinance on January 13, 2004
OPTIONS: Approve or deny Resolution No. 04 -001.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to approve Resolution No. 04 -001.
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The City Council's approval of Resolution No. 04 -001 will: 1)
modify the current Street Vacation Application Fee from $300.00 to $1,300.00 providing for
increased cost recovery relative to the direct costs incurred by the City in the processing of
street vacations; and 2) establish a Tow Operator Annual Registration Fee in the amount of
$100.00 payable to the City for the purpose of creating a cost recovery mechanism for contract
administration consistent with A.4 of Section 10 (Registered Tow Operators Authorized for
Police Impounds) of Ordinance No. 04 -001 scheduled for second reading on January 20, 2004.
Both of these fees are subject to annual review by the City Council.
STAFF CONTACT: Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager
ATTACHMENT: Resolution No. 04 -001
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 04 -001
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, APPROVING AN AMENDED MASTER FEE SCFIEDULE FOR 2004.
WHEREAS, it is the general policy of the City to establish fees that are reflective of the cost of
services provided by the City; and
WHEREAS, the Spokane Valley City Council adopted Resolution No. 03 -053 on November 25,
2003 to adopt a City fee schedule for 2004;
STREET VACATION APPLICATION FEE MODIFICATION:
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 03 -053 established a Street Vacation Application in the amount of
$300.00.
WHEREAS, the City Council directed staff during the legislative development of a Street
Vacation Ordinance for the City of Spokane Valley to analyze the cost recovery adequacy of the Street
Vacation Application fee established by Resolution No. 03 -053 and the City Council received staff
analysis on January 13, 2004 that indicated that the current Street Vacation Application fee established
pursuant to Resolution No. 03 -053 did not provide an appropriate level of cost recovery;
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 04 -002 (Street
Vacations) on January 13, 2004; and approved said Ordinance for second reading on January 20, 2004;
TOW OPERATOR ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEE ESTABLISHMENT:
WHEREAS, A.4 of Section 10 of Ordinance No. 04 -001 (Tow Regulations) specifies the
establishment of an annual registration fee to be paid by tow operators subject to the regulations of the
ordinance for the purpose of cost recovery for contract administration;
WHEREAS, A.4 of Section 10 (Registered Tow Operators Authorized for Police Impounds) of
Ordinance No 04 -001 (Tow Regulations) specifies that the annual, registration fee shall be set by
resolution of the City Council;
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 04 -001 (Towing
Regulations) on January 13, 2004; and approved said Ordinance for second reading on January 20, 2004;
WHEREAS, it is necessary to modify the current Master Fee Scheduled for 2004 specific to a
modification of the Street Vacation Application fee and the establishment of a Tow Operator Annual
Registration Fee;.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Spokane
County, Washington, as follows:
Resolution 04 -001: Amended 2004 Master Fec Schedule 1
Section 1. Modification to Schedule A (Planning) of Exhibit A of the Master Fee Schedule.
For the purpose of modifying the current Street Vacation Application fee as set fort in Schedule A
(Planning) of Exhibit A of the Master Fee Schedule, the City Council hereby adopts the amended Master
Fee Schedule for 2004, which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" as if fully set forth herein.
Section 2. Establishment of Tow Operator Annual Registration Fee in Schedule G (Other
Fees) of Exhibit A of the Master Fee Schedule. For the purpose of establishing a Tow Operator Annual
Registration Fee, as required by ordinance, in Schedule G (Other Fees) of Exhibit A of the Master Fee
Schedule, the City Council hereby adopts the amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004, which is attached
hereto as Exhibit "A" as if fully set forth herein
Section 3. Repeal. To the extent that previous fee schedules are inconsistent with those set
forth herein, they are repealed.
2004.
ATTEST:
Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect January 21,
Adopted this 20 day of January, 2004.
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
Cary P. Driskell, Deputy City Attorney
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Michael DeVleming, Mayor
Resolution 04 -001: Amended 2004 Master Fee Schedule 2
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Schedule A: Planning
Schedule 13: Public Works
Schedule C: Building
Schedule D: Fire Code
Schedule E: Parks & Recreation
Schedule F: Administrative
Schedule G: Other Fees
Resolution No. 04 -001: Exhibit A
AMENDED MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
Fee Schedule
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Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 1 of 18
AMENDMENTS
Comprehensive Plan amendment
Zoning or other code text amendment
APPEALS
Appeal of Administrative Decision
Appeal of Hearing Examiner findings
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
SEPA checklist
Single dwelling (when required)
All other developments
Environmental Impact Statement Review
PERMITS
Houle Occupation Permit
Conditional Use Permit
Temporary Use Permit
PLATS
Subdivisions
Preliminary plat
Final plat
Short Plats
Preliminary 2 -4 lots
Final Plat 2-4 Lots
Preliminary plat 5 -9 Lots
Final Plat 5 -9 Lots
MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
Schedule A - PLANNING
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$1,000.00
$300.00
$100.00
$300.00
$2,000.00
Shoreline
Substantial Development Permit $800.00
Critical Areas $300.00
$80.00
$800.00
$150.00
$2,000.00 Plus $25.00 per lot
$1,000.00 Plus $10.00 per lot
$500.00
$800.00 Plus $10.00 per lot
$1,000.00 Plus $25.00 per lot
$800.00 Plus $10.00 per lot
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 2 of 18
Plat Modification
Subdivision plat
Short plat
Binding Site Plan
Binding site plan modification
Change of Conditions
Aggregation /Segregation
Lot line adjustment
Lot line elimination
Zero lot line
SIGNS
Review of permanent sign
Review of temporary sign
ZONING
Zoning map amendments (rezone)
PUD plan
PUD modification
$650.00
$265.00
$1,500.00
$1,300.00
$650.00
$50.00
$50.00 •
SITE PLAN REVIEW 5250.00
STREET VACATION APPLICATION SI,300.00300.ON
VARIANCES
Administrative 5300.00
Public Hearings 51,500.00
$100.00
$100.00
5100.00 Plus $10.00 per lot
$1,500.00
$1,500.00 Plus 525.00 per lot
$500.00
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 3 of 18
INSPECTIONS
Stormwater system review
Stormwater system inspections
Industrial or mineral industrial sites
PERMITS
Right -of -way obstruction permit
Approach permit
Floodplain permit
Conditional Use permit
Shoreline permit
TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS REVIEW
Schedule B — PUBLIC WORKS
Estimated cost of public works review fees is due upon submittal of application. Any additional
actual costs are due at the time of occupancy permit or final land action, whichever applies.
ENGINEERING/PL.AN REVIEW — For road design, drainage, erosion and sedimentation
control, right of way improvements, plat maps, etc.
Commercial $250.00 Plus hourly rate after 5
hours
Residential $150.00 Plus hourly rate after 3
hours
HOURLY RATE* $50.00
*Examples of activities charged on an hourly rate system include but are not limited to
commercial site plan reviews and rezone reviews.
Field monitoring or inspections of grading sites,
residential or non - residential
Commercial, multifamily, and multi lot sites
Variances
Cash, certified check or bond for right of way cleaning
*S25.00 minimum at time of application
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004
$250.00
S50.00
$200.00
$225.00
$ 16.00
$25.00
$50.00
$200.00
$50
Hourly rate
$1,000.00
Plus hourly rate after
l hour
Hourly rate
Plus hourly (four hour
minimum)
Plus hourly
Plus review &
inspection fee at
hourly rate*
Plus review &
inspection fee at
hourly rate*
Plus hourly rate after
l hour
Plus inspection fee
Plus hourly rate after
1 hour
$50.00 Plus hourly rate after
l hour
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The building code permit fees are collected at the time of the issuance of the building permit.
Other fees are also to be collected at the time of the issuing of the building permit. Each
department for whom the fee is collected is to advise the permit specialist of fees due.
GRADING
Permit Fees
100 or less
101 to 1,000
1,001 to 10,000
10,001 to 100,000
100,001 to 200,000
200,000 or more
50 or less
51 to 100
101 to 1,000
1,001 to 10,000
10,001 to 100,000
100,001 to 200,000
200,001 or more
Cubic Yards
Plans Checking Fees
Cubic Yards
STRUCTURAL CODE
Schedule C — BUILDING
Land Clearing only (without earth being moved)
No fee
S12.00
$20.00
$25.00
$25.00 for the first
for each additional
$98.00 for the first
for each additional
$158.00
FEE
$20.00
$20.00 for the first 100 Cu. Yd., plus $7.00 for
each additional 100 Cu. Yd.
$83.00 for the first 1,001 Cu. Yd., plus $6.00
for each additional 1,000 Cu. Yd.
$147.00 for the first 10,000 Cu. Yd. plus
$15.00 for each additional 10,000 Cu. Yd.
$368.00 for the first 100,000 Cu. Yd. plus
$15.00 for each additional 100,000 Cu. Yd.
$503.00 for the first 200,000 Cu. Yd. plus
$1 5.00 for each additional 200,000 Cu. Yd.
FEE
10,000 Cu. Yd. plus $7.00
10,000 Cu. Yd.
100,000 Cu. Yd. plus $6.00
100,000 Cu. Yd.
$65.00
Building permit fees for each project are set by the following fee schedule. The table below is to
be used to determine the building permit fees and plans check fees based on the value of the
construction work as stated by the applicant or the value calculated by the Building Official using
the latest valuation data published in the Building Safety Journal by the International Code
Council, whichever value is greatest.
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 5 of 18
Valuation Table
Total Valuation
$1 to $25,000
$25,001 to $50,000
$50,001 to S100,000
$100,001 to $500,000
$500,001 to $1,000,000
$1,000,000 and up
Private garages (wood frame)
Private garages (masonry)
Pole buildings
Open carport, decks, porches
Plans Review Fees
Valuation Exceptions
Fee
$69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14 for each additional
$1,000, or fraction thereof, up to and including $25,000
$391.25 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 for each
additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, up to and
including $50,000
$643.75 for the first $50.000 plus $7 for each
additional $1.000, or fraction thereof, up to and
including $100,000
$993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 for each
additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, up to and
including $500,000
$3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 For each
additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, up to and
including $1,000,000
$5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.15 for each
additional $1,000, or fraction thereof
Fee Per
Square Foot
$19.00
$22.00
$19.00
$15.00
Fees are to be collected at the time of receiving the application for permit if the plans review fee
is over $50.00. If less than $50.00, it may be collected at the time of permit issuance.
Plans review fee (general) 65% Of bldg permit fee
Plans review fec — Group R -3 occupancies (single family 40% Of bldg permit fee
Tess than 7,999 sq. ft.)
Plans review fee — Group R -3 occupancies (single family
8,000 sq. ft. or greater)
Plans review fee — U -1 or U -2 occupancies (sheds, barns,
etc.)
Plans review fee — temporary tent or structure
65% Of bldg permit fee
25% Of bldg permit fee
25% Of bldg permit fee
Plans review fees are not refundable once the plan review has been started. This fee is in
addition to the full basic fee. The WSBCC fee is to be collected at this time.
If a set of plans already checked and approved is resubmitted by the owner or his/her agent, an
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hourly rate of $47.00 will be applied for the re- review.
PLUMBING CODE
The plumbing code fees will be collected when the associated permit is issued. If the plumbing is
included in the Building Pemrit the unit costs are added, but not the basic plumbing permit fee.
A. Basic fees
1) Basic fee for issuing each permit
2) Basic for each supplemental permit
13. Unit fees (in addition to the basic fee)
1) For each plumbing fixture on a trap (including
garbage disposals, dish washers, back flow device,
drainage, hot tubs, built in water softener, water
closets, lavatories, sinks, drains, etc )
2) Private sewage disposal system
3) Water heater
4) Industrial waste pretreatment interceptor including
its trap and vent, except kitchen type grease
interceptors functioning as fixture traps.
5) Repair or alteration of water piping, drainage or
vent piping
6) Lawn sprinkler system on any one meter
7) Atmospheric type vacuum breaker
8) T3ackflow protective device other than atmospheric
type vacuum breakers
9) Medical gas
10) Interceptors
MECHANICAL CODE
$35.00
$7.50
$6.00
$20.00
$6.00 Each
$15.00
A. Basic fees
1) Basic fee for issuing each permit $35.00
2) Basic for each supplemental permit $7.50
B. Unit fees (in addition to the basic fee)
1) Furnaces & suspended heaters - Installation or
relocation
a. up to and including 100,000 btu $12.00
b. over 100,000 btu $15.00
2) Duct work system $10.00
$6.00 Each fixture
$25.00
S6.00 Each
$6.00 Each
$6.00 Per outlet
S6.00 Each
The mechanical code fees will be collected when the associated permit is issued. If it is included
in the Building Permit, the unit costs are added, but not the basic mechanical permit fee.
1 .xhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Pee Schedule for 2004 Page 7 of 18
3) Heat pump & air conditioner
a. O to 3 tons
b. over 3 to 15 tons
c. over 15 to 30 tons
d. over 30 to 50 tons
e. over 50 tons
4) Gas water heater
5) Gas piping system
6) Gas log, fireplace, and gas insert installation
7) Appliance vents installation; relocation; replacement
8) Repairs or additions
9) Boilers, compressors, and absorption systems
a. 0 to 3 hp - 100,000 btu or less
b. Over 3 to 15 hp - 100,001 to 500,000 btu
c. Over 15 - 30 hp - 500,001 to 1,000,000 btu
d. over 30 hp - 1,000,001 to 1,750,000 btu
e. over 50 hp - over 1,750,000 btu
10) Air Handlers
a. Each unit up to 10,000 cfm, including ducts
b. Each unit over 10,000 cfm
11) Evaporative Coolers (other than portable)
12) Ventilation and exhaust
a. Each fan connected to a single duct
b. Each ventilation system
c. Each hood served by mechanical exhaust
13) Incinerators
a. Installation or relocation of residential
b. Installation or relocation of commercial
14) Appliances, each
15) Unlisted appliances
a. under 400,000 btu
b. 400,000 btu or over
16) Hood
a. Type I
b. Type 11
17) L P Storage tank
18) Wood or Pellet stove insert
19) Wood stove system - free standing
ENERGY CODE
$12.00
$20.00
$25.00
$35.00
$60.00
$10.00
$1.00 Per outlet
$10.00
$10.00 Each
$15.00
$12.00
$20.00
$25.00
$35.00
$60.00
$12.00
$15.00
$10.00
$10.00
$12.00
$12.00
$19.00
$22.00
$10.00
$50.00
$100.00
$50.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$25.00
Energy Code Plans check fee is also established to check to meet the requirements of RCW 51-
11 WAC. These are in addition to the Building Code Fees. if City inspectors are assigned to
verify Energy Plans, the following fees apply. If an outside energy inspector is required,
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 8 of 18
that fee will be determined by the outside agency.
Residential Remodel /A.ddition
New Single Family
Tenant Improvement
A. 0 to 10,000 square feet
B. 10,001 square feet and over
C. Multi - Family
D. New Commercial and industrial
OTHER BUILDING CODE FEES
Annual Permit
Annual Spokane. Valley Building Permits used to:
1) maintain equipment or buildings,
2) construct or remodel small areas of assembly occupancies, or
3) install tents or membrane structures
Demolition Permit
Single Family Residence
Commercial buildings
Garage or accessory building associated with a residence
or commercial building
Septic tank or underground flammable tank associated with
a residence or commercial building
Sign Fees
Signs mounted on buildings
Sign and pole mounting
$ -0-
$ -0-
$35.00
$45.00
$60.00
$90.00
may be available depending upon the determination of the valuation of work made by the
Spokane Valley Building Official. Certain record keeping and inspection responsibilities shall be
established in a site specific Spokane Valley Annual Permit Agreement.
$44.00
$125.00
$20.00
$10.00 Each
Early Start Agreements (Foundations) 25% Of bldg permit fee
Fees collected for a sign permit and a plans check fee for signs erected in accordance with the
Sign Code. The below fee plus the WSBCC fee of $4.50.
$45.00
$65.00
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy $50.00
Per building
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 9 of 18
Washington State Building Code Council (W.S.B.C.C.) Surcharge
A flat fee of $4.50 will be collected on each permit for approved plans or any other permit that is
issued in accordance with the Spokane Valley Building Code. EXCEPT: For multi - family
projects, the fee is $4.50 for the first living unit and $2.00 for each additional unit. The City
Finance Department will forward this fee to the WSBCC on a quarterly basis.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS FEES
A. For City personnel
1) Hourly rate set for City Employees (unless
otherwise specified)
2) Hourly rate for permit specialist
3) Overtime charges
B. Hourly rate for contracted services
C. Hourly rate for special called inspections $47.00
D. Mobile home location permit and inspection
1) Temporary mobile home $60.00
2) Manufactured home inspection, per section $50.00
E. House Moving Fee
1) Class I, Il, and III — Moving permit $60.00
2) Class 1,11, and 111— Inspection fee $60.00 **
3) Class IV (if already permitted by Spokane $ -0-
County or Spokane City)
* Plus basement /crawlspace valuation permit fee
* *Plus $47.00 per hour after the I hour, and $.50 per mile if the building to be moved into the
City is outside the City limits
F. Minimum Housing Inspection fee $55.00 Plus S47.00 per hour
after l hour
G.
H.
$47.00
$42.00
1.5 times regular
rate
Set according to
contract rate
Work on any structure or building without a permit if
a Spokane Valley Permit is required:
1) Minimum investigative inspection fee $55.00
2) Total investigative fee to be equal to the permit fee determined for the value of the illegal
work accomplished
Special inspections (requested by owner or tenant)
1) Fire, wind, mud slide or flood damage $60.00
2) Day Care $60.00
3) Nursing Homes, hospitals, et al $60.00 Plus $ 47.00 per
hour after 1st hour
4) Special Occupancies $60.00
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 10 of 18
1. Excess inspections for a given project created by the $47.00 Per inspection or re-
developer, owner or contractor inspection
J. Condominitun conversion plans review /inspection fee Based on value of
project and bldg
code valuation
K. Temporary tents, canopies, and air supported structures for public use; inclusive of all tents
for a single event. It does not apply to tents less than 200 sq. ft., canopies less than 400 sq
ft, camping tents, or to tents used for private, non commercial events.
1) Plans check fee $13.00
$60.00
2) Basic permit fee
L. Enclosing an existing deck or patio
1) Plans check fee
2) Basic permit fee
M. Swimming pools (Over 5,000 gallons)
N. Re -roof Permit: Fee based on the value of the project. No plan
plans are submitted for review.
O. Change of Use or Occupancy Classification permit
P. Towers, elevated tanks, antennas
BUILDING CODE FEE REFUND POLICY
40%
$50.00
review fee will be charged unless
$47.00
Of the basic fee for
plans examination
Based on value of
project; minimum
$3,000
Plus plumbing fees
Based on value of
project
No Permit Fee refund is allowed once the work has been started. If a refund is requested, the
request shall be addressed to the Building Official in writing, and shall be received at the
Spokane Valley Permit Center within 180 days of the date of issuance of the permit. Any fee
refund request received after 180 days of the date of permit issuance shall be denied. Any refund
approved shall be limited to 80% of the total Permit pee paid. R.efunds shall be limited to
Building, Plumbing and Mechanical Permit fees paid to the City of Spokane Valley.
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 11 of 18
B. Residential
1) All zones
2) Permit fee
C.
D.
Schedule D - FIRE CODE
FIRE ALARM, SPRINKLER AND OTHER PROTECTION SYSTEMS
Plans check and review fees, inspections, and permit for installation of separate fire alarm system
or sprinkler system applications, and other fire protection systems.
Fire Alarm System
A. Commercial — permit, plans check and inspection
Sprinkler Systems
A. Tenant improvements
1) Less than 10 heads
2) 11 or more heads
B. New systems
1) Commercial — permit, plans check and
inspection
2) Residential
Other Protection Systems
A. Fire extinguishing system (other than sprinklers)
13. Standpipe installation
1) Class I and Class II
2) Class III
Fire pump installation
Emergency or standby commercial power generators
installation
E. Flammable and combustible liquids storage tanks
installation
1) a. Underground, 1st tank
b. Plus each additional tank on same site
2) a. Above ground tank
b. Plus each additional tank on same site
3) Annual permit fee for storage
F. Hazardous materials storage tanks installation
1) Less than 500 gallons
2) 500 - 1,199 gallons
3) 1,200 gallons or more
$40.00
$35.00
$65.00
$85.00
Based on value of
system
$60.00 Each riser, plus $1.10
per pluglhead
$50.00 Plus $1.50 per nozzle
$58.00
$70.00
$55.00
$55.00
$55.00
$3550
$55.00
$35.00
$30.00
$75.00
$104.00
$147.00
Based on value of
system
Per tank
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 12 018
G. Liquefied petroleum tanks installation
1) Less than 500 gallons
2) 500 - 9,999 gallons
3) 10,000 gallons or more
H. Gaseous oxygen systems installation
1) Less than 6,000 cubic feet
2) 6,000 - 11,999 cubic feet
3) 12,000 cubic feet or more
I. Nitrous systems installation
J. Medical gas systems installation
1) Gaseous system
2) Liquefied system
K. Hazardous material recycling system installation
1) 110 gallons or less per day capacity
2) More than 1 10 gallons per day capacity
L. Vapor recovery system installation
1) Phase 1- tank truck and tank
2) Phase II - vehicle fueled and tank
M. Cryogenic tank installation
1) First tank
2) Each additional tank on same site
N. Removal, abandonment, or any combination thereof,
of flammable or combustible liquid storage tanks
1) First tank (commercial)
2) Each additional tank on the same site
(commercial)
3) Contractor's permit for removal or
abandonment of residential under- ground fuel
tanks
$84.00
$104.00
$147.00
Per tank
$78.00
$90.00
$118.00
$95.00 Plus $12.00 each
outlet
$90.00 Plus $12.00 each
outlet
S95.00 Plus $12.00 each
outlet
$95.00
$117.00
Per tank
$90.00
$115.00
$95.00
$35.00
$84.00
$47.50
$75.00
0. Fire Department fee for inspections and follow up. For initial inspection, plans check and follow
up inspections as called for in the Fire Code and performed by the fire department,the fire
department will be paid 65% of the fee collected for the permit. This payment will be paid
quarterly.
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 13 of 18
FIRE FALSE, ALARM FEES
The following fees are set for repeated malfunctioning false alarms in a given six month period.
First alarm
Second alarm
Third alarm
Fourth alarm
Fifth and subsequent alarms
$30.00
$70.00
$120.00
No charge
Require a hired fire
watch
FIREWORKS
Public display fee* $100.00 Maximum per RCW
70.77
*Also requires a performance bond or cash deposit of $500.00 for clean up purposes and a
liability insurance policy of S1, 000, 000.00.
PLANS CHECK. AND REVIEW BY THE BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION
A. New commercial plans check and inspection (for projects $40.00
not mentioned elsewhere)
B. Fire watch service $140.00 3 hour min. plus
hourly thereafter
C. Hourly rate $47.00
D. After hour inspections, plans review, consultations for 1.5 times regular rate
projects that do not require a permit, and other special
services
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 14 of 18
ADMINISTRATIVE FEES
Schedule E — PARKS & RECREATION
Basic fees to be considered when applying rates
Administrative Fee
Refuse Fee
$30.00
$50.00
AQUATICS
Pool admission (age 5 and under) free
Pool admission (age older than 5) $1.00
Pool punch pass (25 swims) $20.00
Weekend family discount 1 child under 13 free
with paying adult
Reservation (less than 50 people) $100.00 Per hour*
Food fee (if applicable) $25.00
Reservation (50 — 100 people) $125.00 Per hour*
Food fee (if applicable) $50.00
Reservation (101 — 150 people) $1 50.00 Per hour*
Food fee (if applicable) $75.00
*Minimum 2 hours
EVENTS — includes Pavilion
Events include but are not limited to activities such as car shows, toumaments and activities
involving 200 or more people. The Director of Parks and Recreation will make the final
determination.
General Fee $150.00
Non - profit applications $80.00 Or free with
sponsorship*
*Applications for joint sponsorship with the City of Spokane Valley will be considered by the
Spokane Valley Parks Department.
FIELD RENTAL
Use Fee $25.00 First hour plus $15
each additional hour
INDOOR USE
Open gym admission
Playground program admission (10 entries)
$2.00
$20.00
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 15 of 18
MIRAREAU
Mirabeau Springs
Small shelter and waterfall
Refundable deposit (less than 200 people)
Mirabeau Meadows
Shelter (less than 200 people)
Shelter (200 or more people)
Refundable deposit. (less than 200 people)
Refundable deposit (200 or more people)
RECREATION
$150.00 Maximum 4 hours
$50.00
$80.00
$150.00
$50.00
$250.00
PICNIC SHELTERS
Picnic Shelter (less than 200 people) $30.00
Picnic Shelter (200 or more people) $150.00
Refundable deposit (less than 200 people) $50.00
Refundable deposit (200 or more people) $250.00
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Permit Fee $25.00 Annual
Recreation program fees are set to recover costs as specified in the Parks and Recreation revenue
policy.
VALLEY MISSION ARENA
Rental* $100.00 Per weekend
Refundable deposit $50.00
*Renter responsible for on -site preparation. Rental requires liability insurance.
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fcc Schedule for 2004 Page 16 of 18
Schedule F - ADMINISTRATIVE
COPY FEES
Copy of audio tapes, video tapes, photos, maps or other
records needing reproduction
Copy of written records
Copy of annual budget
Copy of full documents
OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FEES
NSF Check $25.00
At cost
$0.15 Per page
$10.00
At cost
Exhibit A of Resolution 04 -001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 17 of 18
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT
Establishment Licenses
Live Adult Entertainment
Adult Arcade
Other Adult. Entertainment Licenses
Adult Arcade Device License
Manager License
Entertainer License
SECURITY FALSE ALARM FEES
Schedule G - OTHER FEES
FEES
Late License Fee — Charged in addition to license fee.
Past Due Calendar Days
7 -30
31 -60
61 and over
Percent of
License Fee
25%
50%
75%
Repeated malfunctioning security false alarms in a given six -month period.
First alarm
Second alarm
Third alarm
Fourth and subsequent alarms
TOW OPERATOR A ATUAI REGISTRATION FEE
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$150.00
$150.00
$150.00
No charge
$30.00
$70.00
$120.00
5100.00
Exhibit A of Resolution 04- 001: Amended Master Fee Schedule for 2004 Page 18 of 18
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: 1 -20 -04 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business x new business ❑ public hearing
information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE : Motion Consideration: City Council Legislative Agenda
GOVERNING LEGISLATION:
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: The following issues are being considered for the
Council's Legislative Agenda.
1. Community Empowerment Zones —
The Legislature will need to visit this topic area to determine whether or not there will be an
extension of certain exemptions that would otherwise expire; that would provide a
legislative vehicle to consider enlargement of the zone or the creation of an additional zone,
depending upon which avenue is required under the statute. Councilmember Munson
suggested writing a letter to the legislators advising them of the Council's legislative
positions before they leave for the session. Councilmember Munson suggested that he and
Councilmembers Taylor and Wilhite get together to draft the letter.
2. Tax Equalization —
Because not all figures are known, Council agreed to oppose this legislation.
3. Public Facilities District —
Council agreed to lend support for PFD expansion of the Board
4. Tax Increment financing —
Deputy Mayor Wilhite is gathering data and will have more info to share at next meeting
5. SCAPCA Board
Expansion of Board to include Spokane Valley Representation
And to Monitor the following issues:
1. Water Rights
2. Tort Reform
OPTIONS:
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION:
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
STAFF CONTACT:
ATTACHMENTS
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: N/A
ATTACHMENTS
1. Council - Proposed Draft Interlocal
Agreement
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent X old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE : 2004 Library Services Agreement between the City of Spokane
Valley and the Spokane County Library District (SCLD)
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: On October 21, November 12, November 25,
December 16, 2003 and January 13, 2004 Council discussed a library service agreement with
SCLD.
BACKGROUND: On January 13, City Council considered the offer approved by the SCLD
Board. Council made a counter -offer to the District. The two changes were 1) correction to the
increase factor, and 2) removal of the dollar value associated with the reciprocal arrangement
between SCLD and the Spokane Public Library system.
The attached draft agreement incorporates the provisions of City Council's counter -offer. It
does not include the cost calculation spreadsheet. That spreadsheet will be updated and
included in the final version of the agreement.
SCLD staff and Board have not yet reviewed the counter -offer. The next SCLD Board meeting
takes place on the afternoon of January 20, and the library agreement is a scheduled topic. City
staff will provide an update at the January 20 Council meeting.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Provide feedback and direction on the latest
draft interlocal agreement for 2004 library services, or move to approve the agreement.
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Council's counter -offer comes to $2,020,256, with the
potential additional expense for reimbursement of Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) costs, capped at
$10,000. Expenditures for the CFP would be approved in advance by both the City and the
SCLD. The counter -offer falls within the City's 2004 budgeted amount.
STAFF CONTACT: Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager
- DRA)T-
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE SPOKANE COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
AND THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
RELATING TO THE PROVISION OF LIBRARY SERVICES
This Interlocal Agreement (the "Agreement ") is entered into this — day of
1 20034, by and between the Spokane County Library District (the "District ") and the City of Spokane
Valley, a Non Charter Code City of the State of Washington (the "City") jointly referred to as
"parties ".
WHEREAS, the City incorporated effective March 31, 2003; and
WHEREAS, the District provided library services to the residents of the City prior to its
incorporation; and
WHEREAS, the District has the authority and agrees, pursuant to RCW 27.12.180, to enter
into a contract with the City to continue to provide library services to residents of the City for the
year 2004; and.
WHEREAS, the District has previously entered into similar contracts with other cities and
towns in Spokane County; and
WHEREAS, the City has the authority and desire to contract for and to allocate funds in its
general fund budget for the provision of library services to be provided by the District to the
residents of the City during 2004; and
WHEREAS, the District agrees to continue to provide library services to the residents of the
City from Jain Lary 1, 2004 through December 31, 2004 under the terms set forth in the Agreement;
and
WHEREAS, the District desires to continue providing library services to the residents of the
City after the term of this contract, and to partner with the City in developing library services and
facility plans that meet Spokane Valley residents' needs.
NOW THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:
1. District Commitment to Provide Library Services to the City. From January 1,
2004 through December 31, 2004, the District shall:
a. provide the public library services ( "Library Services ") to residents of the
City at the same service level and upon the same terms and conditions as are
now being provided to all other residents within the District.
2. City's Obligation to Pay District for Provision of Library Services.
a. 'The City agrees to pay to the District the sum of $2,099 - $2.020.256 for
Library Services in 2004. The City and District agree that this amount was
determined by the District in accordance with the methodology set forth in
Exhibit "A" and that this payment amount applies only to 2004 and
understand that the method by which payments applying to any future
agreements are determined may be different.
b. The City shall pay the sum described in 2.a., above, to the District in two
equal payments: the first payment of & ,"�-�0 -$1.01 0.128 shall be made
by the City to the District by no later than May 31 _of 2004 -; the second
payment of 93-0- $1.010.12$ shall be made by the City to the District
by no later than November 30 of 2004.
3. Cost Accounting. The District shall provide to the City by no later than March 31,
2005, its annual accounting of expenditures for Library Services provided by the District to the
residents of the City during its 2004 fiscal year. This accounting shall be based on a mutually
agreeable cost allocation method. The expenditures shall include but not be limited to personnel,
supplies, services, equipment, library materials, and support services involved in the provision of
Library Services by the District to the residents of the City.
4. City's Commitment to Make Future Library Services Decision. The City agrees to
make a decision regarding the provision of future Library Services to the residents of the City and to
notify the District of that decision.
a. If this decision is to continue contracting with the District for Library Service,
both parties agree to make a good faith effort to negotiate and execute a new
interlocal agreement no later than August 31, 2004.
b. If this decision is to propose that voters decide on annexation to the District
and the decision is made later than the date necessary for the annexation to be
effective in 2005, both parties agree to make a good faith effort to negotiate
and execute a one -year interlocal agreement for 2005 no later than August 31,
2004.
5. Library Capital Facilities Planning. The City and District agree to work jointly to
develop a Spokane Valley Library Capital Facilities Plan for approval by the City Council and the
District Board of Trustees. The hibrary Capital Facilities Plan is to be completed by June 30, 2004.
The development process and responsibilities are described in Exhibit "A."
If the City decides to neither continue contracting with the District beyond 2004 nor propose
annexation to the District, it will reimburse the District for consultant and other expenses incurred in
development of the Library Capital Facilities plan, as described in Paragraph I .d. of Exhibit "A," to a
maximum amount of $10,000.
6. Administrative Authority. The City Manager or designee shall administer and be
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the City's primary contact with the District. The Director of the District or designee shall be the
District's primary contact with the City.
7. Relationship of the Parties. The Parties intend that an independent contractor
relationship will be created by this agreement. This agreement is not a joint venture between the
District and the City. No District or City employee shall be deemed a representative, employee or
agent of the other party for any purpose.
8. Termination. This Agreement may be terminated by either the City or the District
upon six months written notice.
9. Notice. Notice shall be given in writing as follows:
TO THE. CITY:
Name: Chris Bainbridge
Title: City Clerk
Phone Number: (509) 921 -1000
Address: 11707 East Sprague Ave.
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Accepted and agreed the year and date first above written.
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TO TIIE. DISTRICT:
Name: Michael Wirt
Title: Secretary, Board of Trustees
Phone Number: (509) 924 -4122
Address: 4322 North Argonne Rd.
Spokane, WA 99212 -1868
10. Indemnification and Hold Harmless. Each party shall indemnify and hold the
other, its officers, employees, agents and volunteers harmless from and against any and all claims,
demands, orders, decrees or judgments for injuries, death or damage to any person or property arising
or resulting from any act or omission on the part of said party or its agents, employees or volunteers
in the performance of this Agreement.
11. Waiver. No officer, employee, agent or other individual acting on behalf of other
party has the power, right or authority to waive any of the conditions or provisions of this
Agreement. No waiver in one instance shall be held to be waiver of any other subsequent breach or
nonperformance. All remedies afforded in this Agreement or by law, shall be taken and construed as
cumulative, and in addition to every other remedy provided herein or by law. Failure of either party
to enforce at any time any of the provisions of this Agreement or to require at any time performance
by the other party of any provision hereof shall in no way be construed to be a waiver of such
provisions nor shall it affect the validity of this Agreement or any part thereof.
12. Entire Agreement. This written agreement constitutes the entire and complete
agreement between the City and the District for the provision of Library Services to the residents of
the City of Spokane Valley and supercedes any prior oral or written agreements. This Agreement
may not be changed, modified or altered except in writing signed by the City and the District.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
David Mercier, City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY
Stanley M. Schwartz
Witherspoon, Kelley, Davenport
& Toole, LLP
SPOKANE COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
E. David Sani, Board of Trustees
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
COUNSEL TO THE DISTRICT
James C. Sloane
Paine, Hamblen Coffin, Brooke
& Miller, LLP
Exhibit A
[Insert contract payment calculation]
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Exhibit 1 `43-11 1 z13
1. Library Capital Facilities Plan Development:
a. The Library Capital Facilities Plan provided for in Section 5 of the
Agreement shall be developed by the District in collaboration with the City
through an advisory committee. The advisory committee shall be composed
of two District staff members, a District Trustee, one representative of City
staff, one City Council Member and one citizen selected by the City. Upon
completion, the Library Capital Facilities Plan shall be presented to the City
Council and the Board for adoption.
b. The Library Capital Facilities Advisory Committee shall study and make
recommendations concerning the adequacy of current capital facilities (i.e.
buildings, equipment, books and other materials) available to serve the City
of Spokane Valley residents' library service needs and the feasibility of
developing additional library buildings to serve the City of Spokane Valley,
including estimated cost of development, of operation and maintenance, and
other related matters.
c. Should the District or the City desire to retain consultants or any other
professionals for a fee to assist with the development of the Library Capital
Facilities Plan, such contracts may be issued by the Board upon mutual
agreement of both parties.
d. District shall be responsible for costs to retain consultants and other
professionals skilled in developing library facility plans, and for related costs
and expenses, such as but not limited to, research, publication and other
incidental costs.
2. Spokane County Library District Responsibilities:
a, Carry out a City of Spokane Valley library services needs assessment.
b. Assemble current City of Spokane Valley library use information; obtain
City of Spokane Valley demographic, land use, traffic, and capital facility
planning information from City staff.
c. . Assemble current and future demographic, land use, traffic, and capital
facility planning information for the portion of the Spokane Valley lying
outside the City but within the Districts service area.
d. Develop at least two preliminary library service models based on City
demographics, geography, land use, and traffic patterns, taking into
account library service needs of the remainder of the Valley outside the
City limits. Include general site requirements, general construction/FF &L
costs, and estimated operational costs.
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e. Present the library service models in the venue(s) determined to be most
appropriate to obtain feedback on the preferred model.
f. Further develop the preferred model including but not limited to estimates
of public and support space needs, materials shelving, seating, meeting
and study room, technology, and parking requirements for all proposed
facilities.
g. Obtain an updated construction cost estimate, and estimate of related
costs.
h. Determine capital funding options and projected taxpayer and debt service
costs.
i. Prepare a written library capital facilities plan proposal for presentation to
the City Council and District Board of Trustees.
3. City of Spokane Valley responsibilities:
a. Designate City staff and/or officials to serve in an advisory capacity to the
District.
b. Provide Spokane County Library District staff with current and projected
demographic, land use and traffic information, as well as information on
other city capital facilities planning.
c. Determine the desired venue(s) for presentation of preliminary library
service planning models for feedback on the preferred model.
d. Work with the District to use the feedback obtained in determining the
model to more fully develop.
e. Provide the District with other information that might be useful in the
capital facilities planning process.
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business (9) new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE : Confirmation of City and TIB Grant funding for two projects:
1. Barker Road, Boone Ave. to Barker Rd. Bridge
2. Bowdish Road & 24 Ave. Sidewalk, 22 " to 24 Ave &
Bowdish to University
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Adopted within the 2004 budget $238,000 for the
2004 local match for these two projects.
BACKGROUND: The Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB)
recently approved state grant funding for these two projects. Project 1 is a two -year
project; design in 2004, construction in 2005. Project 2 is a one -year project; design and
construction in 2004. Staff included in the 2004 budget the City's local match for these
two projects for 2004 only. Staff planned to include additional funds in the 2005 budget
for next year's local match for project 1.
TIB has requested we certify that all local matching funds (for budget years 2004 and
_ 2005) are committed for both projects.
The City budgeted the 2004 City share only. As a housekeeping item, a budget
adjustment will be necessary to reflect the total project costs and the grant
reimbursements so we can begin these projects in 2004. No additional funds will be
requested for the 2004 budget A summary of the budgeted and TIB funded amounts for
both projects appear below:
Barker Road
Bowdish Rd & 24 $ 52,000
Budget -04 Budget -05 TIB Grant Total Project Cost
$238,000 $362,000 $2,398,560 $2,998,560
$ 146,000 $ 198,000
TIB has requested confirmation that the City's share of these funds (local match) is
available for the entire project.
Staff requests authority to confirm the availability of these local matching funds for both
projects. Staff will present to City Council a budget adjustment later this year that
reflects the total project costs, the TIB grant reimbursements and the total local matches.
A simple motion confirming the City's plan to proceed with these projects in 2004 and
2005, accepting the TIB grant funds, and authorizing staff to certify commitment of
matching funds will assist staff in moving forward with these projects.
OPTIONS: 1. Authorize staff to certify the City has committed local match funds for
these two projects and to amend our 2004 budget to reflect total project
funding or,
2. Decline the State of Washington TIB funding
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Authorize staff to certify the City has committed
local match funds for the Barker Road project and the Bowdish Road & 24 Avenue
Sidewalk project for 2004 and 2005 and to amend our 2004 budget to reflect total project
funding.
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The City has been offered $2,544,560 in state funding for
these two street projects.
STAFF CONTACT: Neil Kersten, Public Works Director or Ken Thompson, Finance Director
ATTACHMENTS: TIB Grant Approval Letters w/ attached Project Funding Status sheets.
TIB Members
Corrncilmemner'Ndlianr Gsloy
choir, Ciry of Saute Geoumt
Commissioner Leo Bowman
Vice Chair, Brn.ron County
Mr. John Akers, P.E.
City of 6unrabwo
Mr. Thomas Ballard, P.E
Remo County
Ms, Sonde Berk
Bark and Associates
Mr. George Cress
Pon of Longview
Ms. Kattilccn Davis
W OOT
Mr. Dan DiGuilia
Chaffer!' Transit
Councilmember Mary Gatos
fYry of Federal Way
Ms. Paula Hammond, P.E.
WSDO7
Count' President RxO Higgins
Ciry of Spalrane
-- ncilmernber Rob McKenna
K r ,g County
Mr. Die% McKinley
City of Beingtam
Mr. Date Nelsen
Grant County
1,7. Dave O'Camal
Mason County
Mr, Pool Roberts
City of Everett
Commissioner Mice Shelton
!stand County
Mr. Arnold Tarnac
eicycte Alfance of Washington
Mr. Doug Vaughn
Of5co or FMancisr management
Mr. Jay Weber
'aunty Road Administration Board
Ms. Kim Zen
SO0,kolo 7ransir Authority
Mr. Stevan Corcester
_xecWiv0 U,Tsc1or
P.O. Box 40901
Olympia, WA 06504-0901
Phone; 360 -586 -1140
Fax; 36D-501311E5
www.Iib,wa,gov
Washington State
Transportation Improvement Board
November 21, 2003
Mr. Neil Kersten
Public Works Director
City of Spokane Valley
11707 E Sprague Avenue, Suite 106
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Arterial Improvement Program (AIP)
TIB Project Number 8 -3- 208(001) -1
Barker Rd -:• Boone Ave to Barker Rd Bridge
FY 2005 Funding Program Project Selection
Dear Mr. Kersten:
The Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) met on November 21, 2003 to
select FY 2005 projects. We are pleased to announce the selection of your
project from the Arterial Improvement Program (AIP).
TIB funds obligated for the project are as follows:
PHASE TIB FUNDS
Design Phase 912,320
Construction Phase 1,486,240
Total 2,398,560
Your next step is to complete and return the enclosed TIB FY 2005 Program
Project Funding Status form. After confirmation of local funding and
verification that the project is part of the adopted Six Year Transportation
Improvement Program, TIB will grant approval to begin project design work.
Project payments may begin after July 1,2-993 unless TIB authorizes an early
payment schedule. wo
Congratulations on the selection of your project from the Arterial
Improvement Program. For assistance, contact Gloria Bennett, TIB Project
Engineer, at (360) 586 -1143 or via e-mail at Glor @ti
Sincerely,
Stevan Gorcester
Executive Director
SG /gjb
Enclosure
WSDOT
Transportation Improvement Board
FY 2005 Program Project Funding Status
Agent' SPOKANE VALLEY TIE! Prolog! Number 8 -3- 208(001) -1
Pro)ect Name _ Barker Road
Boone Ave to Barker Rd Bridge
Update the project schedule and funding source information. Both agency officials must sign the form
before returning it to the TIB office. The project must be Included on your adopted Six Year
Transportation Program (TIP) before TIB authorizes Design Phase. Include the page from the adopted
TIP that includes the project. Please mail the completed form and TIP excerpt to the:
Transportation Improvement Board Post Office Box 40901 :• Olympia, WA 98504 - 0901
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Update the project schoduie targets or indicate NO CHANGE in the table below
PROJECT FUNDING PARTNERS
Update the fundfng partners and corresponding amounts or indicate NO CHANGE in the space provided
Federal Funds
Funding Partners
SPOKANE VALLEY
Greenstone Development 24,000
TOTAL LOCAL FUNDS $599,640
By signing below, you certify that all funds shown in the Project Funding
Partners table are committed for the project.
Mayor or Public Works Director
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
Financial Officer
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
TIB Funding Status Report.doc
Amount
565,640
10,000
0
Notc FUNDS COMMITTED or
Changes for Each Partner
Data Shown on Note NO CHANGE or
Application Now Target MonthlYoor
Construction Approval Date
Apr 2005
Contract Bid Award
May 2005
Contract Completion
Nov 2005
WSDOT
Transportation Improvement Board
FY 2005 Program Project Funding Status
Agent' SPOKANE VALLEY TIE! Prolog! Number 8 -3- 208(001) -1
Pro)ect Name _ Barker Road
Boone Ave to Barker Rd Bridge
Update the project schedule and funding source information. Both agency officials must sign the form
before returning it to the TIB office. The project must be Included on your adopted Six Year
Transportation Program (TIP) before TIB authorizes Design Phase. Include the page from the adopted
TIP that includes the project. Please mail the completed form and TIP excerpt to the:
Transportation Improvement Board Post Office Box 40901 :• Olympia, WA 98504 - 0901
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Update the project schoduie targets or indicate NO CHANGE in the table below
PROJECT FUNDING PARTNERS
Update the fundfng partners and corresponding amounts or indicate NO CHANGE in the space provided
Federal Funds
Funding Partners
SPOKANE VALLEY
Greenstone Development 24,000
TOTAL LOCAL FUNDS $599,640
By signing below, you certify that all funds shown in the Project Funding
Partners table are committed for the project.
Mayor or Public Works Director
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
Financial Officer
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
TIB Funding Status Report.doc
Amount
565,640
10,000
0
Notc FUNDS COMMITTED or
Changes for Each Partner
TIB Members
Councilrnernber Wiliam Gentey
Chair. CO of Scare Ground
Commissioner Leo Bowrrin
Vice Chair, Benton County
Mr. John Akers, P.E.
Qty or aemsyutg
Mr. Thrrnos Ballard, P.E
Ferns County
Ms. 8onree Berk
Betk end Associates
Mr. George Cress
Pon of Lo, gwew
Ms. Kathleen Davis
WSDOT
Mr. Der DiGuITo
Chasm Transit
Councilmember Mary Gees
City of Fedora( Way
Ms, Patrta Wammono, P.E.
WSDOT
Council President Rob Higgins
Ctiy of Spokane
`';idmerrber Rob McKenna
1Gng County
Mr. Dick McKinley
City of 8a :wham
m
Mr. Dave Nelsen
Grant County
Mr. Dave O`Connell
Maett Caur4y
Me. Paul Roberts
Coy of Eveterf
Commissioner Mite Shoham
fated County
Mr. Arnold Tomas
Bicycle A.'h'anre of Wasetngan
Mr. Doug Vaughn
Arabic of Finenciet Maraagernent
Mr. Jay We"rm
'Surrey Road Ad,Tinislratton Boar'
Ms. Kim Zertix
Spokane Transit Authority
Mr. Stem Gorcester
Erewtiive Direcor
P.O. Box 40901
(Nymphs. WA 95504 -0901
Phone: 360-5564140
Fax 350 -SB6 -1165
wAw.tia.wa.goy
Washington State
Transportation Improvement Board
November 21, 2003
Mr. Neil Kersten
Public Works Director
City of Spokane Valley
11707 E Sprague Avenue, Suite 106
Spokane Valley, WA 99206 -
Pedestrian Safety & Mobility Program (PSMP)
TIB Project Number P- E- 208(P01) -1
Bowdish Road & 24th Avenue •: 22nd to 24th Ave & Bowdish to University
FY 2005 Funding Program Project Selection
Dear Mr. Kersten:
The Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) met on November 21, 2003 to
select FY 2005 projects. We are pleased to announce the selection of your
project from the Pedestrian Safety & Mobility Program (PSMP).
TIB funds obligated for the project are as follows:
PHASE TIB FUNDS
Design Phase 14,599
Construction Phase 131,401
Your next step is to complete and return the enclosed TIB FY 2005 Program
Project Funding Status form. After confirmation of local funding and
verification that the project is part of the adopted Six Year Transportation
Improvement Program, TIB will grant approval to begin project design work.
Project payments may begin after July 1,_2$63 unless TIB authorizes an early
payment schedule. w o e t -
Congratulations on the selection of your project from the Pedestrian Safety &
Mobility Program. For assistance, contact Gloria Bennett, TIB Project
Engineer, at (360) 586 -1143 or via e-mail at GloriaB@o tib.wa.gov.
Sincerely,
Stevan Gorcester
Executive Director
SG /gjb
Enclosure
Total 146,000
re
Transportation Improvement Board
FY 2005 Program Project Funding Status
Agenc SPOKANE VALLEY
ProjeciName Bowdish Road /24th Avenue
22nd Ave to Pines Rd
TIB Proieet Number P- E- 208(P01) -1
Update the project schedule and funding source information. Both agency officials must sign the form
before returning it to the TIB office. The project must be included on your adopted Six Year
Transportation Program (TIP) before TIB authorizes Design Phase. Include the page from the adopted
TIP that includes the project Please mail the completed form and TIP excerpt to the:
Transportation Improvement Board :• Post Office Box 40901 :• Olympia, WA 98504 -0901
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Update the project schedule targets or indicate NO CHARGE in the tatie below
PROJECT FUNDING PARTNERS
Update the funding partners and corresponding amounts orinc6'ccite NO CHANGE In the space provided
Funding Partnora
Amount
Note FUNDS COMMITTED or
' Changes for Each Partner
SPOKANE VALLEY
51,310
WSDOT
0
Federal Funds
0
TOTAL LOCAL FUNDS $51,310
By signing below, you certify that all funds shown in the Project Funding
Partners table are committed for the project.
Mayor or Public Works Director
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
Financial Officer
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
TIB Funding Status Report.doc
Date Shown on Notc NO CHANGE or
Application New Targot MonthlYear
Construction Approval Date
Jul 2004
Contract Bid Award
Contract Completion
Oct 2004
re
Transportation Improvement Board
FY 2005 Program Project Funding Status
Agenc SPOKANE VALLEY
ProjeciName Bowdish Road /24th Avenue
22nd Ave to Pines Rd
TIB Proieet Number P- E- 208(P01) -1
Update the project schedule and funding source information. Both agency officials must sign the form
before returning it to the TIB office. The project must be included on your adopted Six Year
Transportation Program (TIP) before TIB authorizes Design Phase. Include the page from the adopted
TIP that includes the project Please mail the completed form and TIP excerpt to the:
Transportation Improvement Board :• Post Office Box 40901 :• Olympia, WA 98504 -0901
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Update the project schedule targets or indicate NO CHARGE in the tatie below
PROJECT FUNDING PARTNERS
Update the funding partners and corresponding amounts orinc6'ccite NO CHANGE In the space provided
Funding Partnora
Amount
Note FUNDS COMMITTED or
' Changes for Each Partner
SPOKANE VALLEY
51,310
WSDOT
0
Federal Funds
0
TOTAL LOCAL FUNDS $51,310
By signing below, you certify that all funds shown in the Project Funding
Partners table are committed for the project.
Mayor or Public Works Director
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
Financial Officer
Signature & Date
Printed or Typed Name Title
TIB Funding Status Report.doc
Request by
Full Amount
Partial Amount
Jeff
Liz
Peggy
Jayne
Mike
Comm Avg
`--
Armed Forces Aerospace YWuoeum
$2.530.51
$1.365.35
' O
0
0
0
0
Centennial Trail •
$11.200.00
$10,200.00
$2
$2.000.00
$2.000.00
$2.000.O0
$2.000.00
Convention Visitors Bureau
$250.000.00
$150.000.00
150.000
152,500
140.500
$150.000.00
Plantes Ferry Park
$71,842.00
020.000.00
20,000.00
$20.000.00
20.000
$30.000.00
$20.000.00
$25.000.00 '
County Fair and Expo Center
o35,800.00
$25.000.00
$25.000
$25,000.00
$25.000.00
$25.000.00
Regional Sports Commission
$160.000.00
$120
$100.000.00
100.000
88.500
100,500
$100,000.00
$1UO.UO0.00
Spokane Symphony
$20.000.00
$10.000.00
0
0
0
0
0
Valleyfest
$49.700.00
$22.200.00
$0.00
0
10,000
10.000
$10.000.00
$8.000.00
Winery Assoc. Brochure Dist.
$750.00
0
0
0
0
$0.00
Winery Assoc. Brochure Prod.
$2.500.00
$2.000.00
$2,000'00
$2,000.00
$2.000.00
02.000.00
$2.0UO.00
Winery Assoc. Advertisement
$2.000.00
0
0
0
0
$0.00
Winery Assoc. Festival advert.
$3.000.00
0
0
0
0
$0.00
-
Winery Assoc. Sprir,g Festival Ad
$3.008.00
•
0
299000
0
�
2BQOO°
0
300000
0
300000
$0.00
308000
305000
$601,532.51
�
Amount Available .
$300,000.00
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information X admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Stormwater 208 Program Discussion
GOVERNING LEGISLATION:
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN:
BACKGROUND: Briefing on stormwater 208 program.
OPTIONS:
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: none
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS:
STAFF CONTACT: Neil Kersten and John Hohman
ATTACHMENT: Stormwater presentation
Cumbersome process of ensuring proper
swale construction
anua or astern
Ecology will requir
-
- comply with their
equivalent under
Manual — most topics have been
thoroughly debated overthe past three
years.
ATTACHMENT:
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information X admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Stop Sign at 14th Avenue and Rotchford
GOVERNING LEGISLATION:
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: None
BACKGROUND: The northern portion of Rotchford Street extending through the Shelley Lake
development from Sprague has been recently constructed to connect with the existing southerly
section of Rotchford which connects with 16 Avenue, East of Sullivan Road. Although the
newest portion of Rotchford has been constructed, it has not yet been accepted as a City street
due to construction deficiencies.
Rotchford Drive is currently designated as a local access road. This designation may change to
a collector arterial as we prepare the transportation element of the comprehensive plan.
The question has arisen whether a STOP sign should be installed at the intersection of 14 and
Rotchford, stopping traffic on 14 The City Traffic Engineer reports that according to AASHTO
(American Association of Street and Highway Traffic Officials) Standards:
Stop signs should not be used unless engineering judgment indicates one of more of the
following conditions exist:
A. intersection of a less important road with a main road where the application of the
normal right -of -way rule would not be expected to provide reasonably safe
operation;
B. Street entering an arterial street;
C. Unsignatized intersection in a signalized area; and /or
D. High .speeds, restricted view or crash records indicate that a need for control by a
stop sign.
Both streets are posted for 25mph speeds.
No collisions were found in the traffic crash data base.
Trees on the northwest corner and an arborvitae hedge on the southeast corner are in the
sight triangle. However, t believe that a reasonable motorist can negotiate the intersection
safely.
RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that action be deferred until the comprehensive plan
process is complete.
OPTIONS: A sign could be placed immediately at the direction of the Council.
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS:
STAFF CONTACT: Neil Kersten
To:
From:
Re:
DRAFT
ADVANCE AGENDA
For Planning Discussion Purposes Only
as of January 16, 2004 9:30 a.m.
Please note this is a work in progress; items are tentative
Council & Staff
City Manager
Draft Schedule for Upcoming Council Meetings
January 27, 2004 - No Meeting
January 27, 28 and 29, 2004 City Legislative Action Conference, Olympia, WA
February 3, 2004, Study Session 6:00 p.m. [due date Jan 231
1. Motion Consideration: Hotel /Motel Grant Proposals for 2004
2. Street Maintenance Agreement Discussions – Neil Kersten
3. Report on Opportunity Hall – Mike Jackson
4. Couplet Planning/Discussion – Marina Sukup
5. Discussion Proposed Ordinance re Planning Commission Rule Change –
6. Report lnt'I Bldg Code Adoption Planning Commission Public Hearing –
7. Wastewater Policies Discussion – Neil Kersten
8. Proposed Revision to Employee Classification System – Nina Regor
9. Council Check in – Dave Mercier
10. Advance Agenda Additions – Mayor DeVleming
1 1 . City Manager Comments – Dave Mercier
February 7, 2004.9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Council Retreat
(20 minutes)
(20 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(20 minutes)
Marina Sukup (5 minutes)
Tom Scholtens (10 minutes)
(20 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(10 minutes)
TOTAL IVIINUTES: 135
Max mtg time: 120 minutes
February 10, 2004 Regular - Meeting 6:00 p.m. [due date Jan 30]
1. First Reading Proposed Flood Plain Ordinance – Marina Sukup [ 10 minutes)
2. First R.eacling Proposed Ordinance Planning Commission Rule Change – Marina Sukup [ 10 minutes]
3. First Reading Proposed Stormwater Ordinance – Stanley Schwartz [ 10 minutes]
4. First Reading Proposed Building Code Ordinance (IBCA) –Tom Scholtens [ 10 minutes]
5. First Reading Proposed Ordinance Adopting Municipal Code – Chris Bainbridge [5 minutes]
6. Motion Consideration: Set Public Hearing for 3/2/04 to Adopt Municipal Code – Chris Bainbridge [5 mins]
7. Mayor Appointments /Council Confirmation: Cable Advisory Board -Mayor DeVleming [5 minutes]
8. Administrative Reports: [no public comment]
a. Sidewalk Responsibility Discussion – Stanley Schwartz [20 minutes]
b. Adult Entertainment Hours of Operation Discussion – Cary Driskell [20 minutes]
c. Proposed Franchise Ordinance for One - EIGHTY Networks Discussion – Cary Driskell [ 10 minutes]
9. information Only: [no public comment]
a. Status of Previous Public Comments/Concerns
b. Minutes of Planning Commission
[estimated meeting tine: 105 minutes* ]
Advance .Agenda — Draft Page 1 01'3
Revised: 1116/2004 9:36 AM
February 17, 2004, Study Session 6:00 p.rn. [due date Feb 6]
1. Refreshment Policy Draft — Ken Thompson (15 minutes)
2. Fiscal Policy /Investment Review — Ken Thompson (10 minutes)
3. Wastewater Policies Discussion (20 minutes)
4. Report on Uniform Development Code — Marina Sukup (15 minutes)
5. Council Check in — leave Mercier (10 minutes)
6. Advance Agenda Additions — Mayor DeVleming (5 minutes)
7. City Manager Comments — Dave Mercier (10 minutes)
TOTAL MINUTES: 85
Max rntg time: 120 minutes
February 24, 2004 Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. [due date Feb 13]
1. PUBLIC HEARING: Title Transfer: Opportunity Hall [10 minutes]
2. Second Reading Proposed Building Code Ordinance (IBCA) — Tom Scholtens [10 minutes]
3. Second Reading Proposed Stormwater Ordinance — Stanley Schwartz [10 minutes]
4. Second Reading Proposed Planning Commission Rule Change Ordinance — Marina Sukup [ 10- minutes]
5. Second Reading Proposed Franchise Ordinance for One - EIGHTY Networks — Cary Driskell [5 minutes]
6. Second Reading Proposed Flood Plain Ordinance — Marina Sukup [ 10 minutes]
7. First Reading Proposed Sidewalk Ordinance — Stanley Schwartz [10 minutes]
8. Proposed Resolution Refreshment Policy —Ken Thompson [10 minutes]
9. Motion Consideration: Approval of Transfer of Title: Opportunity Hall — Mike Jackson[5 minutes]
10. Administrative Reports: [no public comment]
11. Information Only: [no public comment]
a. Status of Previous Public Comments /Concerns
b. Minutes of Planning Commission
c. Departmental Monthly Reports
March 2, 2004, Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. [due date Feb 20]
1. PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of Municipal Code [10 minutes]
2. Second Reading Proposed Ordinance Adopting Municipal Code — Chris Bainbridge [5 minutes]
3. Second Reading Proposed Sidewalk Ordinance — Stanley Schwartz [10 minutes]
4. Administrative Reports: [no comments]
5. Council Check in —Dave Mercier [10 minutes]
6. Advance Agenda Additions — Mayor DeVleming (5 minutes)]
7. City Manager Comments — Dave Mercier [10 minutes]
8. Information Only: [no public comment]
a. Status of Previous Public Comments /Concerns
b. Minutes of Planning Commission [estimated meeting time: 50 minutes *]
March 5 — 9, 2004, Cong,ressional City Conference, Washington. D.C.
March 9, 2004 Possible No Meeting
[estimated meeting time: 80 minutes* ]
Advancr_ Agenda — Draft Page 2 of 3
Revised: 1/168004 4:36 AM
March 16, 2004, Study Session 6:00 p.m.
1. Proposed Sewer Ordinance Discussion
2. Council Check in — Dave Mercier
3. Advance Agenda Additions — Mayor DeVleming
4. City Manager Comments — Dave Mercier
March 23, 2004 Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
1. Proposed Sewer Ordinance First Reading
2. Administrative Reports: [no public comment]
3. Information Only: [no public comment]
Status of Previous Public Comments/Concerns
Minutes of Planning Commission
Departmental Monthly Reports
Saturday, March 27, 2004— Mayor's Ball — Mirabeau Hotel
March 30, 2004, Study Session 6:00 p.m.
1. Council Check in —Dave Mercier
2. Advance Agenda Additions — Mayor DeVleming
3. City Manager Comments — Dave Mercier (
April 6, 2004, Study Session 6:00 p.m.
I. Council Check in — Dave Mercier
2. Advance Agenda Additions — Mayor DeVleming
3. City Manager Comments — Dave Mercier
April 13, 2994 Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
I. Proposed Sewer Ordinance Second Reading
Advance Agenda — Draft
Revised; 1/16/2004 9'36 AM
(due date March 5]
[due date March 12]
[* estimated meeting time does not include time for public comments]
(20 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(10 minutes)
TOTAL MINUTES: 45 •
Max mtg time: 120 minutes
[20 minutes]
[estimated meeting time: minutes* ]
[due date March 19]
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(l0 minutes)
TOTAL MEN
Max mtg time: 120 minutes
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(10 minutes)
TOTAL MINUTES:
Max mtg time: 120 minutes
[10 minutes]
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Meeting Date:
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
January 20, 2004 City Manager Sign -off:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE :
GOVERNING LEGISLATION:
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN:
BACKGROUND:
On Tuesday, January 13, 2004 the City Council for the City of Spokane Valley reviewed the TPA Agreement that
was sent to me by Dennis on January 8, 2004. 1 am attaching a redline version of the TPA Agreement that reflects
comments from the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley. Please review. 1 have suggested holding a rneetine
with County staff and others to discuss the comments and the procedure from this point forward.
OPTIONS:
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION:
BUDGET /FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
STAFF CONTACT:
ATTACHMENTS
INTERLOCAL COOPERATION ACT AGREEMENT
FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF
SPOKANE COUNTY TOURISM PROMOTION AREA
THIS AGREEMENT ("Agreement ") dated this day of , 2004,
is made and entered into by and among SPOKANE COUNTY, a Class A county of the State of
Washington ( "Spokane County "); the CITY OF SPOKANE, a municipal corporation of the State
of Washington ( "Spokane "); and the CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, a municipal corporation of
the State of Washington ( "Spokane Valley "), pursuant to the authority of chapter 39.34 RCW
and Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill No. 6026 authorizing the establishment of a Tourism
Promotion Area to levy Special Assessments to fund tourism promotion.
WITNESSETH:
WT-IEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the Revised Code of Washington, the Board of
County Commissioners of Spokane County has the care of county property and the management
of county funds and business; and
WHEREAS, the 2003 State Legislature of the State of Washington has recognized the
importance of tourism promotion in the State of Washington and passed Engrossed Substitute
Senate Bill No. 6026 authorizing the establishment of a Tourism Promotion Area by a county to
permit the levy of Special Assessments to fund tourism promotion; and
WHEREAS, the Operators of Lodging Businesses within the County of Spokane have
presented an initiation Petition to Spokane County seeking to have the Board of County
Commissioners of Spokane County establish a Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area,
specifically including the areas within the jurisdiction of Spokane and Spokane Valley, pursuant
to the terms of Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill No. 6026; and
WHEREAS, the Initiation Petition submitted to the Board of County Commissioners of
Spokane County, Exhibit "A" attached to this Agreement, included:
(1) A description of the boundaries of the proposed Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area, including the areas within the jurisdiction of Spokane
and Spokane Valley; and
(2) The proposed uses and projects for which the proposed revenue from the
Special Assessments levied by the Spokane County Tourism Promotion
Area would be dedicated, and the total estimated costs of such uses; and
The estimated rate for the Special Assessments to be levied on Lodging
Businesses in various Zones within the Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area; and
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(4) The signatures of the persons who operate Lodging Businesses in the
proposed Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area who would pay over
sixty percent (60 %) of the proposed Special Assessments levied within the
area.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County has the authority
pursuant to the terms of Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill No. 6026, to enter into an Interlocal
Agreement with Spokane and Spokane Valley to establish a Tourism Promotion Area, pursuant
to the provisions of the Initiation Petition received from the Operators of Lodging Businesses, to
include, within the boundaries of the proposed Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area, the
area within the jurisdiction of Spokane and Spokane Valley; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Spokane County, has adopted a "Resolution
of Intention to Establish a Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area," following a hearing to be
held on the day of , 2003; pursuant to the request of an
initiation Petition submitted by the Operators of Lodging Businesses within Spokane County;
and
WHEREAS, on the day of , 2003, the County Clerk
of the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane received an Initiation Petition authorized by
RCW 35.101.020 from the Operators of Lodging Businesses located within Spokane County
requesting the conduct of a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane
County, pursuant to the authority of Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill No. 6026, for the purposes
of considering the establishment of a Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area to provide funds
for tourism promotion in Spokane County; and
WHEREAS, on the day of , 2003, the Board of
County Commissioners of Spokane County adopted a resolution entitled a "Resolution of
Intention to Establish a Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area," for the promotion of tourism
promotion within Spokane County, describing the boundaries of the proposed Spokane County
Tourism Promotion Area, the proposed uses and projects to which the proposed revenues from
Special Assessments levied within the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area would be
dedicated and setting the proposed rates for the Special Assessments to be levied on Lodging
Businesses to fund the uses and projects of the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area,
estimating the total cost for the proposed activities and programs for the use of funds received by
the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area, fixing the date, time and place of a public hearing
to be held by the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County to consider the
establishment of such a Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area, and directing the giving of
notice of such public hearing; and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. , entitled A Resolution of Intention to Establish
a Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area for the promotion of tourism and convention
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business within Spokane County was duly published, and copies thereof were mailed to each
Lodging Business in the proposed Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area, as provided by
law, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Spokane and the City Council of the City of
Spokane Valley have by appropriate legislative action, authorized the execution of an lnterlocal
Agreement with Spokane County to permit the establishment of a Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area to include collection of Special Assessments from Lodging Businesses within
their respective jurisdictions,
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the promises set forth hereafter,
Spokane County, Spokane and Spokane Valley hereby agree as follows:
1. Definitions. As used in this agreement, the following terms, unless the context
otherwise dictates, shall have the following means:
1.1 "Agreement" shall mean this interlocal cooperation agreement between
Spokane County, Spokane and Spokane Valley for the establishment ofa Spokane
County Tourism Promotion Area by Spokane County as authorized by Chapter
35.101.040 (2) RCW.
1.2 "Lodging Business" means a business located within the Spokane County
Tourism Promotion Area that furnishes lodging taxable by the state under chapter 82.08
RCW that has forty (40) or more lodging units.
1.3 "Operator" means the Operator of a Lodging Business, whether in the
capacity of owner, general manager, lessee, sub lessee, mortgagee in possession, license
or any other similar capacity.
1.4 "Room Revenues" means the gross per - night- charge (nights of stay)
imposed for the rental of a room or combination of rooms for Lodging.
1.5 "Special Assessment" means the levy (charge) imposed by Spokane
County on the Operators of a Lodging Business within the Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area and subsequently passed on to the guests of the Lodging Business, under
the authority of RCW 35.101.050 for the purpose of providing for funding of tourism
promotion in Spokane County.
1.6. "Spokane Hotel -Motel Association" means the Spokane Hotel -Motel
Association, Inc., a Washington non - profit corporation.
1.7 "Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission" means the Spokane Hotel and
Motel Commission, established by Spokane County, whose members are appointed by
the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County, the City Council of the City of
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Spokane, and the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley to provide
recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County on
proposed uses and projects of the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area; pursuant to
the provisions of RCW 35.101.130 (1) as provided in this Agreement.
1.8 "Spokane Metropolitan Area" means Spokane County, including the entire
areas within the jurisdiction of Spokane and Spokane Valley and the unincorporated area
of Spokane County.
1.9 "Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area" means the Tourism
Promotion Area created by the resolution of the Board of County Commissioners of
Spokane County pursuant to the authority ofRCW 35. , as authorized by the
resolutions of the City Council of the City of Spokane and the City Council of the
Spokane Valley adopting the terms of this Agreement.
1.10 "TPA Manager" shall mean a tourism destination marking organization or
other similar organization employed by the Board of County Commissioners to
administer the operation of the Tourism Promotion Area.
1.11 "Tourism Promotion" means activities and expenditures designed to
increase tourism and convention business, including but not limited to, advertising,
publicizing, or otherwise distributing information for the purpose of attracting and
welcoming tourists, and operating tourism destination marketing organizations.
1.12 "Transient Basis" means the rental of a room or rooms for dwelling,
lodging, or sleeping purposes by the Operator of a Lodging Business for a period of thirty
(30) consecutive calendar days or less, counting a portion of a day as a full calendar day.
1.13 "Zone" or "Zones" means the distinct geographic subarea or subareas
within the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area as established by resolution of the
Board of County Com nissioners of Spokane County and as set forth in Exhibit "B"
attached to this Agreement.
1.14 "Annual Budget" shall mean the Spokane County Tourism Promotion
Area budget for a fiscal year, as adopted or amended by the Board of County
Commissioners of Spokane County, after the receipt of a recommendation from the
Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission, identifying all estimated revenue from Special
Assessments for the fiscal year, and providing for all proposed uses of Special
Assessment revenue for the purpose of providing tourism promotion in Spokane County
for the ensuing fiscal year.
Tourism Promotion Area to be Established by Spokane County.
A. It is hereby understood and agreed by Spokane County, Spokane and Spokane
Valley that Spokane County, pursuant to the authority of Chapter 35.101.040 (2) ROW, shall
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establish a `Tourism Promotion Area" designated the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area
to include the unincorporated area of Spokane County and the entire area within the corporate
limits of Spokane and Spokane Valley.
B. It is hereby understood and agreed by Spokane County, Spokane, and Spokane
Valley that the purpose of permitting the Board of County Commissioners and Spokane County
to fomr the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area under RCW 35.101.040 (2) is to provide
revenue to fund tourism promotion within Spokane County which will benefit the Operators of
Lodging Businesses in Spokane County, Spokane and Spokane Valley.
3. Levy of Special Assessments on Lodging Businesses within the Spokane County
Tourism Promotion Area.
A. The Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County will levy Special
Assessments on the Operators of Lodging Businesses within the Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area in accordance with the zones and levels of Special Assessments as set forth in
Resolution No.
B. it is understood and agreed by and between Spokane County, Spokane and
Spokane Valley that the Spokane Country Tourism Promotion Area shall include the following
five (5) zones:
Zone A. Zone A encompasses those Lodging Businesses located within
the area of the incorporated city limits of the City of Spokane defined as follows:
Downtown core bordered by Interstate 90 to the south Hamilton Street to the
east, Indiana Avenue to the north, and Monroe Street to the west.
Zone B. Zone B encompasses those Lodging Businesses located within
the area of the incorporated city limits of Spokane and the City of Spokane Valley
except those Lodging Businesses located in Zone A.
Zone C. Zone C encompasses all Lodging Businesses located outside
Zones A and B, but within the unincorporated area of Spokane County.
Zone D. Zone D encompasses all Lodging Businesses with room revenue
under $500,000 per year, situated within the Spokane County Tourism Promotion
Area, regardless of their specific location.
Zone B. Zone E encompasses Lodging Businesses located within the
Tourism Promotion Area, as that term is addressed in WAC 458 -20 -166 as it
presently exists or may be hereinafter amended, other than hotels, motels, and bed
and breakfast facilities. Lodging Businesses within this zone, as addressed in
WAC 458 -20 -166, would include only (i) trailer camps and recreational vehicle
parks which charge for the rental of space to transients for locating or parking
house trailers, campers, recreational vehicles, mobile homes, and tents; (ii)
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educational institutions which sell overnight lodging to person other than
students; (iii) private lodging houses, dormitories and bunkhouses operated by or
on behalf of businesses and industrial firms or schools soley for the
accommodation of employees of such firms or student which are not held out to
the public as a place where sleeping accommodations may be obtained; and (iv)
guest ranches or summer camps which, in addition to supplying meals and
lodging , offer special recreational facilities and instruction in sports boating,
riding, outdoor facilities and instruction in sports, boating, riding, and outdoor
living.
The charge(s) imposed under this section are not a tax on the "sale of lodging" for the
purposes of R.CW 82.14.410
C. It is understood and agreed by and between Spokane County, Spokane and
Spokane Valley that the Operators of Lodging Businesses within the Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area operating in the above - described zones will be subject to Special Assessments to
be levied as follows:
Zone A: $1.50 per room/day
Zone 13: $1.25 per room /day
rTh Zone C: $1.00 per room/day
Zone D: $0.50 per room /day
Zone E: $0.00 per room or space /day
D. Any change in the Special Assessment rates for any zone as set forth hereinabove
shall be made only by amendment of the resolution by the Board of County Commissioners, with
the approval of the City Council of the City of Spokane and the City Council of the City of
Spokane Valley. No increase in the Special Assessment rates for any zone or change in the
boundaries of any zone shall be made by the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane
County except upon the affirmative recommendation of the Spokane Hotel and Motel
Commission.
4. Use of Special Assessment Revenues For the Promotion of Tourism and
Convention Business in Spokane County.
A. It is understood and agreed that all of the revenues from Special Assessments
collected by Spokane County from Lodging Businesses within the jurisdiction of Spokane
County, the City of Spokane, and the City of Spokane Valley shall be allocated by the Board of
County Commissioners of Spokane County in accordance with the Annual Budget for the
Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area. The Spokane hotel and Motel Commission shall
make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners on all Annual Budgets. The
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Board of County Commissioners shall have the ultimate authority to set and approve all Annual
Budgets.
13. The revenues from the Special Assessments levied by Spokane County on the
Operators of Lodging Businesses situated within the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area
shall be used for the following purposes only:
(1) The funding of all activities and expenditures designed to increase
tourism promotion and convention business within Spokane County as specified
in the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area Budget.
(2) The marketing of convention and business that benefit local
tourism and the Lodging Businesses in Spokane County; and
(3) The marketing of Spokane County to the travel industry in order to
benefit local tourism and the lodging businesses situated within the Spokane
County Tourism Promotion Area; and
(4) The marketing of Spokane County to recruit major sporting events
in order to promote local tourism and to benefit the Lodging Businesses within
the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area.
5. Establishment of the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission.
A. It is understood and agreed that the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane
County shall, pursuant to the authority of RCW 35.101.130 (1) create an eleven (11) member
Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission to advise the Board of County Commissioners of
Spokane County on the expenditure of Special'Assessment revenues by the Spokane County
Tourism Promotion Area to fund tourism promotion in Spokane County.
13. Members of the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission shall be selected by the
Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County, the City Council of Spokane and the City
Council of Spokane Valley from a list of nominees prepared by the Spokane Hotel and Motel
Association. All nominees for membership on the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission must
be Operators of Lodging Businesses within Spokane County or employed by the Operator of
such a Lodging Business. One ex officio member of the Commission may be appointed from the
members of the Board of Commissioners of Spokane County; one ex officio member may be
appointed from the members of the City Council of the City of Spokane; and one ex officio
member may be appointed from the members of the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley.
Ex officio members of the Spokane Hotel-Motel Commission may participate in all discussions
regarding proposed activities and programs by the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area for
the promotion and marketing of tourism in Spokane County but shall not have voting rights.
C. The Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County shall appoint two
members, and one ex officio member of the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission, to represent
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the County of Spokane; the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley shall appoint two
members, and one ex officio member, of the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission to represent
the City of Spokane Valley; and the City Council of the City of Spokane shall appoint Four
members, and one ex officio member, of the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission to represent
the City of Spokane. Any vacancy, on the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission, arising from a
resignation or other cause, shall be filled by the appointing agency, from the list of nominees
prepared by the Spokane I -Iotel and Motel Association, within 30 days from the date the
"vacancy occurs ".
D. It is understood and agreed that the initial members of the Spokane Hotel and
Motel Commission shall serve staggered terms, with one member serving a one -year term, two
members serving for two -year teens, and three members serving for three -year terms. The
length of the tern for each individual member of the initial Spokane Hotel and Motel
Commission shall be chosen by lot at the first meeting of the Commission. Thereafter, all
members subsequently appointed to the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission shall serve for
three -year terms.
6. Contract For Management of Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area.
A. The Board of County Commissioners shall contract with a TPA Manager. The
contract shall be awarded consistent with all applicable Spokane County laws, ordinances and
regulations. The contract shall require the TPA Manager to comply with all applicable
provisions of law, including RCW 35.101 et al and with all Spokane County resolutions and
ordinances as well as all regulations lawfully imposed by the state auditor or other state agencies.
B. The TPA Manager will be responsible for administering the activities and
programs of the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area and to prepare an Annual Budget for
the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area to be reviewed and approved by the Spokane
Hotel and Motel Commission and submitted to the board of County Commissioners of Spokane
County on or before November l of each year. The TPA Manager shall also act as staff to the
Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission in conjunction with assisting it in determining what
activities and programs to recommend for funding from the Special Assessments.
C. The Annual Budget for the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area shall
consist of:
(1) A list of the Lodging Businesses subject to Special Assessments and an
estimate of the revenue to be received from all such Lodging Businesses; and
(2) A statement of the proposed budget for all Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area activities and programs recommended by the Spokane Hotel and Motel
Commission to be funded from Special Assessments during the ensuing fiscal year; and
D. All Special Assessments received by Spokane County from the Washington State
Department of Revenue and any interest therein shall be deposited by Spokane County in a
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special account. Payments to the TPA Manager will be made as provided for in the agreement
between the Spokane County and the TPA manager. Provided, however, no Special Assessment
shall be dispersed in any fiscal year until after the adoption of that year's fiscal A.nnual Budget,
Provided further, Spokane County shall not expend in any fiscal year Special Assessments in
excess of the approved fiscal Annual Budget.
Area.
7. Modification or Disestablishment of the Spokane County Tourism Promotion
A. The Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County, by appropriate action,
may modify the provisions of the resolution establishing the Spokane County Tourism
Promotion Area or provide for the disestablishmcnt of the Spokane County Tourism Promotion
Area, after adopting a resolution of intention to such effect. Such resolution of intention shall
describe the change or changes proposed, or indicate that it is the intention to disestablish the
Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area, and shall state the time and place of a public hearing
to be held by the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County to consider the proposed
action.
B. If the Operators of Lodging Businesses which pay over forty percent (40 %) of the
Special Assessments levied within the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area file a petition
with the Clerk of the Board of Spokane County Commissioners requesting the Board of County
Commissioners of Spokane County to adopt a resolution of intention to modify or disestablish
the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area, the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane
County shall adopt such resolution and act upon it as required by law. Signatures on such
petition shall be those of a duly authorized representative of the Operators of Lodging Businesses
in the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area. In the event of failure on the part of the Board
of County Commissioners to hene44s- Fegilest- modify or disestablish the TPA the participating
local governments reserve the right to withdraw from this agreement upon three (3) months
notice to the other participating local governments.
C.. In the event the. resolution proposes disestabli :hrnent: of the Spokane County
m P- remetiela- rea= rless at such public hearing, protest
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8. Miscellaneous Provisions:
A. Duration and Termination of this Agreement. (1) This Agreement shall continue
in full force and effect until such time as the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area is
disestablished by action of the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County as provided
in Section 7 above. (2) This agreement shall expire December 31, 2008, PROVIDED, it may be
extended in increments of three years by consent of Spokane County, City of Spokane, and City
of Spokane Valley, expressed either by resolution of the legislative body or written approval of
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its chief executive officer. The timing of such consent should be coordinated with the needs of
the Washington State Department of Revenue. (3) Following termination of this Agreement,
Spokane County shall be responsible for utilizing any remaining unallocated revenue from
Special Assessments for use for tourism promotion in Spokane County.
B. Waiver. No officer, employee, or agent of Spokane County, Spokane, or Spokane
Valley has the power, right, or authority to waive any of the conditions or provisions of this
Agreement. No waiver of any breach of this Agreement by Spokane County, Spokane, or
Spokane Valley shall be held to be a waiver of any other or subsequent breach. Failure of
Spokane County, Spokane, or Spokane Valley to enforce any of the provisions of this Agreement
or to require performance of any of the provisions herein, shall in no way be construed to he a
waiver of such conditions, nor in any way effect the validity of this Agreement or any part
hereof, or the right of Spokane County, Spokane or Spokane Valley to hereafter enforce each and
every such provision.
C. Records. All records prepared, owned, used or retained by the TPA Manager in
conjunction with operating or administering the activities and programs of the Spokane County
Tourism Promotion Area as provided for under the terns of this Agreement shall be deemed
records of Spokane County, Spokane, and Spokane Valley and shall be made available by the
TPA Manager upon request to Spokane County, Spokane, or Spokane Valley, State Auditor or
their authorized representatives..
D. Property and Equipment. Spokane County Shall be the owner of all property and
equipment purchased by the TPA Manager from Special Assessment Revenues. Provided,
however, in the event of the termination of the Agreement with the TPA Manager, Spokane
County agrees to make the property and /or equipment available to the successor TPA Manager
for its use in conjunction with providing similar services. Provided further, in the event of
disestablishment of the Spokane County Tourism Promotion Area, all property and equipment
purchased by the TPA Manager from Special Assessment Revenues shall be. retained by Spokane
County and used for any lawful purpose.
E. Integration. This Agreement contains all of the terms and conditions agreed upon
by Spokane County, Spokane, and Spokane Valley concerning the establishment of the Spokane
County Tourism Promotion Area by the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County
and the collection of Special Assessments from Operators of Lodging Businesses within the
entire area, including the area within the jurisdictions of Spokane and Spokane Valley. No other
understandings, oral or otherwise, regarding the subject natter of this Agreement shall be
deemed to exist or to bind any of the parties hereto. The parties have read and understand all of
this Agreement, and now state that no representation, promise, or agreement not expressed in this
Agreement has been made to induce the officials of Spokane. County, Spokane, or Spokane
Valley to execute this Agreement.
F. Severability. In the event any provision of this Agreement shall be declared by a
Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality and
enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not, in any way, be effected or impaired thereby.
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G. Execution of Agreement. This Agreement shall become effective inunediately
after it is duly adopted by the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County, the City
Council of Spokane, and the City Council of Spokane Valley and shall be filed with the County
Auditor of Spokane County, the City Clerk of Spokane, and the City Clerk of Spokane Valley,
and the Secretary of State of the State of Washington.
H. Litigation. In the event litigation is brought agaist the TPA or any party to this
Agreement the. TPA Manager shall cause legal counsel to be employed for the purpose of
defending or prosecuting the matter. The cost of the legal counsel shall be paid by the TPA. The
parties reserve the right to monitor and participate in any litigation as solely determined by the
party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of Spokane, the City of Spokane Valley, and
Spokane County have executed this Agreement by their duly authorized officials pursuant to all
requirements of law.
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Attest:
Attest:
Clerk of the Board
Approved as to form:
Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
City Clerk
Approved as to form:
Assistant Corporation Counsel
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
By:
By:
By:
CITY OF SPOKANE
By:
Mayor
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Attest:
City Clerk
Approved as to form:
Assistant Corporation Counsel
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
I3y:
City Manager
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Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Approved Minutes
Council Chambers — City Hall 11707 E. Sprague Ave.
December 18, 2003
1. CALL TO ORDER
Bill Gothmann, Planning Commission Chair, called the meeting to order at
6:40 p.m.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Commission, audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
1II. ROLL CALL
Fred Beaulac — Present Bill Gothmann — Present
Bob Blum — Excused Absence Ian Robertson — Present
David Crosby — Present John G. Carroll — Excused Absence
Gail Koglc — Present
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Beaulac moved that the agenda be approved as presented.
Commissioner Robertson seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Crosby and seconded by Commissioner
Robertson that the minutes of the December 11, 2003 Planning Commission
meeting be approved as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
VI1. COMVLV ISSION REPORTS
There were no Commission reports.
VIII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
There were no administrative reports.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS
Mr. Greg McCormick introduced Ted Gage of the Washington Department of
Community, Trade & Economic Development. Mr. Gage invited all persons
present to introduce themselves and to describe their interest in Comprehensive
Planning Mr. Gage then introduced the speakers for the Washington Cities 25`"
Short Course on Local Planning in 2003. The presentation's focus is the
development of the Capital Facilities element of the Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Greg Dohrn, AICP, Associate Principal, Jones & Stokes, gave an overview
of Capital Facilities and the requirements for both capital and financial planning.
He emphasized the importance of community based decision making and local
control. Mr. Randy Young, Henderson, Young & Company, presented the
Washington Growth Management Act requirements for capital facilities planning,
noting the adequacy of alternative approaches to plan development. Mr. Ron
Loewen, Senior Traffic Engineer with Jones & Stokes, outlined the requirements
for developing a Capital facilities Plan for transportation. M.r. Dohrn concluded
the presentation by summarizing the relationship of. the Capital Facilities element
to the rest of the Comprehensive Plan and fielded questions.
Commissioner Robertson asked what other new cities had found to be the greatest
challenges in developing the Comprehensive Plan. The presenters responded that
the zeal of program advocates and service providers for influence in the
development of the Plan, the difficulty of setting priorities because of community
expectations and the legacy of unresolved pre - incorporation problems.
Commissioner l3eaulac asked whether it would be permissible to establish
different levels of service in different parts of the community. He was advised
that the Plan should establish the basis for different levels of service. Mr. Gage
concluded by observing that Washington cities which did not have a Capital
Facilities Plan were at a . disadvantage, both in their inability to forecast
future capital and financing requirements to meet development needs and in lost
economic development opportunities.
Mr. Gage thanked the speakers, Commissioners and other attendees, and Greg
McCormick for assistance in putting the Short Course together.
X. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
SUBMI f11 ED: APPROVED:
Marina Sukup, AICP, Secretary Bill Gothmann, Chairman
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Memorandum
To: David Mercier, City Manager, and Members of Council
From: Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager
Date: January 20, 2004
Re: Monthly Report — Summary of January 2004 Activities
11707 E Sprague Ave Suite 106 • Spokane Valley WA 99206
509.921.1000 • Fax: 509.921.1008 • cityhall@spokanevalley.org
Contract Negotiation and Administration
• Library Services. Council has proposed a counter - offer for 2004 library services. The
District Board will be considering that option at its January 20 meeting. City and District
staff have begun laying the groundwork for the capital facilities and services plan, which
is targeted to be completed by the end of June 2004.
• Fire Services. Staff from the City and from Fire Districts One and Eight have been
working on the annexation measure. Deputy City Attorney Cary Driskell and attorney
for the Fire Districts have both interpreted state law to read that the Boundary Review
Board does not need to review the elections request, since no boundaries are changing.
• Animal Control. Staff provided a brief status report on the animal control contract at the
January 13 meeting. The County is looking to form a task force to evaluate a more
regional approach to animal control, and has ask.ed for Spokane Valley participation. The
first meeting has been tentatively set for February 11.
• Ongoing County Contracts. Discussion continues on the County's administrative
overhead methodology. City and County staff met on January 7 and we will continue to
work on the topic.
• General Contract Administration. We continue to review and compare our service
contracts with the County to identify inconsistencies, areas to clarify, etc. County staff
agrees that having standard language for general provisions in all service contracts would
make it easier to administer the agreements. Most contracts don't expire until the end of
2004, though our objective is to have those contracts finalized in the first half of the year.
Special Projects
• CenterPlace at Alirabeau Point. The CenterPlace groundbreaking ceremony took place
on December 17. It was very well attended, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief when
the weather turned out to be beautiful.
• Web Site. Staff have been trained *on the use of the new web site, and we are in the
process of loading the information. Our goal, originally to be up and running in
Deputy City Manager Monthly Report — January 2004, continued
January 20, 2004
Page 2 of 2
December, has been moved back a month, primarily due to general workload demands.
In its initial stage, the site will primarily include documents already created.
Operations
• 2004 City Workplan. We have been coordinating the Department workplans in
anticipation of the February 7 planning session.
• Administrative Policies and Procedures. We contracted with former Interim Human
Resources Director Don Morrison to draft the city's administrative policies and
procedures, and create an employee manual. We're doing an initial review of the
procedures. The project is expected to be completed in the first half of the year.
• Classification System Review. Resolution 03 -031 establishing the City's employee job
descriptions calls for a periodic review and update of job descriptions. Department
Directors have identified some desired changes, so we are beginning a systematic review
of all of the descriptions, beginning with those already identified. This project is
expected to last all year.
• Employee Recruitment. We have begun the recruitment process on the Administrative
Assistant position for Public Works, and the Code Enforcement officer. Recruitment for
the CenterPlace Manager position is being timed to best fit CenterPlace construction.
• Interdepartmental Coordination. There have been several interdepartmental meetings
already held with more to come on topics such as the permit system, the uniform
development code, the long range planning work plan, and the couplet. Our intent is to
coordinate efforts across department lines so that involved staff have an understanding of
the full spectrum of issues. This in turn will help unify our recommendations.
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Memorandum
To: Dave Mercier, City Manager
From: Ken Thompson, Finance Director
CC: Nina Regor, Deputy City Manager
Date: January 14, 2004
Re: Monthly Report
11707 E Sprague Ave Suite 106 • Spokane Valley WA 99206
509.921.1000 • Fax: 509.921.1008 • cityhall @spokanevalley.org
During the last 30 days Finance employees have spent their time on the following tasks:
Purchasing manual
A draft of a purchasing manual is being prepared to guide city employees as they procure
services and supplies for their daily operations. The manual will include both state law and
and city policies.
Annual Audit
The Washington State Auditor's Office has suggested beginning the annual audit for 2003
in October of this year. We have asked the auditor to consider an earlier audit beginning
around May 1.
Fiber Connection to Public Safety Building
Arrangements are being made with Columbia Fiber Solutions to install a fiber connection
between City Hall and the Public Safety Building to provide a fast, reliable link to
Spokane County. The City of Spokane Valley and Spokane County both need information
stored by the other agency.
Budget Variance Report
A report showing a comparison of our revenues and expenditures to our amended budget is
attached. The report is a preliminary listing of transactions through December 31, 2003.
Staff is preparing to close the accounting records for 2003 but we expect these numbers to
eventually reflect minor changes that surface during closeout.
We expect there will be several projects and/or contracts which were budgeted in
2003 that will not be completed in that year. Adjustments will be needed to the 2004
budget to allow for the completion of these contracts and projects.
Tentative 2005 Budget Calendar
A tentative budget calendar for the preparation of the 2005 budget has been prepared and
will be reviewed at the council planning session on February 7.
Multiyear Financial Plan
Revenues and Expenditures for operating funds have been projected over a five year period
in preparation for the council planning session on February 7. A discussion is planned to
highlight financial issues in corning years.
Business Registration
Microflex will be sending out letters to businesses that appear in the Department of
Revenue's database as a Spokane Valley business, but have not registered with the City
pursuant to our business registration ordinance. Staff believes we have approximately
2700 businesses operating within our city limits but only 386 are registered.
Other Funds Revenues:
Street Fund
Arterial Street Fund
Hotel /Motel Fund
County City Loan Fund
Capital Projects Fund
Special Capital Projects Fund
Street Capital Projects
Mirabeau Point Project
Street Bond Capital Projects
Sewer Fund
Stormwater Mgmt Fund
Equip. Rental & Replacemnt
Risk Management
Other Funds Expenditures:
Street Fund
Arterial Street Fund
Hotel/Motel Fund
County City Loan Fund
Capital Projects Fund
Special Capital Projects Fund
Street Capital Projects
Mirabeau Point Project
Street Bond Capital Projects
Sewer Fund
Stormwater Mgmt Fund
Equip. Rental & Replacemnt
Risk Management
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City of Spokane Valley
Other Funds
Budget Variance Report
For the Period April 1 - December 31, 2003
Budget
2003
$ 8,040,963 $
405,000
229,000
50,500
563,556
563,556
1,500,000
300,000
2,430,000
1,000,000
770,000
79,108
25,840
$ 15,957,523 $
Budget
2003
$ 3,941,315 $
400,000
200,000
50,500
550,000
550,000
1,500,000
500,000
2,430,000
1,000,000
555,000
70,525
December
Revenue
YTD
Revenue
514,856 $ 7,506,736 $
45,637 407,474
28,935 234,208
57,733 613,206
57,733 613,206
110,000 196,549
2,702 7,138,189
2,490,898
959,000 959,000
47,571 504,390
3 87,859
6,378
1,824,170 $ 20,758,093 $
December YTD Unrealized
Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures
1,400,969 $ 2,267,311
86,549
94 2,894
36,554 36,554
110,000 110,000
112,679 195,961
134,664 263,670
11,834 48,584
296,663 296,663
4,142
25,848
Unrealized
Revenue
534,227
(2,474)
(5,208)
50,500
(49,650)
(49,650)
1,303,451
(6,838,189)
(60,898)
41,000
265,610
(8,751)
19,462
(4,800,570)
$ 1,674,004
313,451
197,106
50,500
513,446
440,000
1,304,039
236,330
2,381,416
703,337
550,858
44,677
2,850
(669)
$ 11,747,340 $ 2,105,638 $ 3,338,176 $ 8,409,164
Percent
Realized
93.36%
100.61
102.27
108.81
108.81
13,10
2,379.40
102.51
95.90
65.51
111.06
24.68
130.08%
Percent
Realized
57.53%
21.64
1.45
6.65
20.00
13.06
52.73
2.00
29.67
0.75
36.65
28.42%
General Fund Revenues:
Sales Tax
Gambling Tax
Leasehold Excise Tax
Franchise Fees
State Shared Revenues
Planning & Building Fees
Fines and Forfeitures
Recreation Program Fees
Investment Interest
General Fund Expenditures:
City Council
City Manager
Finance
Legal
Public Safety
Administrative Services
Public Works
Planning & Community Dev.
Parks & Recreation
General Government
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City of Spokane Valley
General Fund
Budget Variance Report
For the Period April 1 - December 31, 2003
As of January 6, 2004
Budget December
2003 Revenues
$ 10,000,000 $ 1,059,483
462,500
10,000 295
272,000
528,000 118,124
1,214,000 144,383
1,099,000 65,768
35,000 (1,117)
21,000 1
$ 13,641,500 $ 1,388,692
Budget
2003
$ 135,075
184,167
232,735
178,544
9,621,890
428,674
535,668
1,080,666
990,086
1,116,885
$ 14,504,400
$ 16,586
15,781
31,272
20,049
1,261,452
42,791
78,466
98,840
103,082
88,253
$ 1,756,572
YTD
Revenues
$ 7,684,675
340,443
5,118
309,375
581,759
956,698
450,036
120,152
22
$ 10,470,781
December YTD Unrealized
Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures
$ 123,365
163,375
229,931
157,411
8,845,428
347,655
460,940
916,856
914,154
849,691
$ 13,008,806
Unrealized
Revenue
$ 2,315,325
122,057
4,882
(37,375)
(53,759)
257,302
648,964
(85,152)
(1,525)
$ 3,170,719
$ 11,710
20,792
2,804
21,133
776,462
81,019
74,728
163,810
75,942
267,194
S 1,495,594
Percent
Realized
76.85%
73.61
51.18
113.74
110.18
78.81
40.95
343.29
107.26
76.76%
Percent
Realized
91.33%
88.71
98.80
88.16
91.93
81.10
86.05
84.84
92.33
76.08
89.69%
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Memorandum
To: Dave Mercier, City Manager and Members of Council
11707 E Sprague Ave Suite 106 • Spokane Valley WA 99206
509.921.1000 • Fax: 509.921.1008 • cltyhallSospokanevalley.org
From: Mike Jackson, Parks and Recreation Director
Date: January 15, 2004
Re: January Monthly Report
Administration:
• The Parks and Recreation Department employees continued working on the
2004. project schedule for City Council and for department planning.
• Attended meeting with other Department heads in preparation for the City
Council Retreat scheduled for February 7
• Park reservations requests have started corning in, Many requests have been
for Mirabeau Springs Waterfall and the Meadows.
• Worked with the Deputy City Manager to develop a job description for the
CenterPlace manager,
• Prepared Request for Qualifications and Request for Proposals for Parks and
Recreation Master Plan,
• Researched liability associated with photography permit for city parks.
• Developed plan for collaborative group meetings between the City and Spokane
Valley Senior Center Association,
Contracted Park Maintenance
• Routine maintenance was done at all Valley Parks.
• The maintenance crew continued to update the winterization manual. This
information will be valuable to the City if we are ever required to perform these
tasks.
• The maintenance crew completed a variety of projects including:
o Removed snow daily from all the City of Spokane Valley facilities.
o The straw bales were checked and maintained at the Valley Mission
coasting hill each working day.
o Sanding operations at the Valley Mission Senior Center and Sullivan Park,
o Started mandated repairs to the Mirabeau pump house
o Removed signs from CenterPlace construction site
o Removed all undesirable signs from Mirabeau Point Park trees and
surrounding area
o Graded and filled pot holes in the Valley Senior Center's parking lot
o Graded and removed rocks on the berm south of Mission Road at Valley
Mission Park that the contractor had left behind
o Started working on the roof at Mirabeau. This project is on hold right at
the moment due to the having to waft for Avista Corporation to wrap the
power lines
o Prepared a plan for removing dead and downed forest material in and
around Mirabeau on City and State property
o Working on taking the inmates to Mirabeau Point Park to have them help
clean up the park
o The hillside at Valley Mission Park was cleaned up
o Responded to a broken window at Opportunity Township Hall
o Responded to inoperative Senior Citizen's van
Senior Center:
• 38 attended the monthly potluck on January 4
• Twenty -five new members joined the center this month.
• The pool room has been more active than ever, and average of 25 participants
AM &PM
• No day trips so far in January, the bus has been out of order.
• First Board Meeting of the year was held on January 8 New officers were
elected. Leon Horton as president, Jane Franks as vice president, Pat Ovnicek,
secretary, Roland Williams, treasurer. Unfortunately, Dave DeWitt resigned from
the board completely, vowing to still help the staff when needed.
• AARP free tax aid will be at the Center on Sat, Mon., and Wed., to offer their
services to seniors.
• December 20 for the Holiday Dance, 69 were in attendance, with the Men of
Rhythm Dance Band.
• December was a slow month with the holidays and the day closed and the
weather.
• 28 people signed up and attended the monthly bridge tournament in January.
• Ceramics has an average of 35 students per month.
• The Dances are picking up again for this month, we had 39 people.
• The AA Group continues to meet with an average of 10 -15 people.
• Nutrition Program feeds an average of 55-60 on Tuesday and 45 -50 on
Thursday.
Recreation:
• Currently, there are no recreation programs in session
• Plans are being made for summer programs. Requests for programs were
submitted to the Director.
• Program standards have been established for 2004 proposed programs, and
program binders have been created for each program (including forms,
standards, space for medical forms, activities, etc.)
• Database of games, crafts, and other activities are being established and
grouped by age appropriateness — will go in each program binder
• Staff training packets are being established as are orientation agendas and
training /planning schedules (for time management and training /planning goals
during the phase following their start date, but before their program starts)
• Assisting with compiling an inventory of recreation service providers and existing
recreation opportunities in our community.
• Contacting prior staff and volunteers regarding their filing applications for
summer employment.
• Finalized cost spreadsheets to identify and track costs associated with programs.
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Memorandum
To: Marina Sukup
From: Tom Scholtens, Spokane Valley Building Official
CC: Debi Alley
Date: 1(16/2004 8:21 AM
Re: December Report
11707 E Sprague Ave Suite 106 • Spokane Valley WA 99206
509.921.1000 ♦ Fax: 509.921.1008 • cityhallpspokanevalley.org
In December the Building Division issued 14 permits for single family homes. In
the first year of business we issued permits for 185 new homes.
We only issued one large commercial permit in December, that permit was for
the Scafco Building. We did issue 100 building permits for new commercial
structures over the last year.
Our total construction valuation in the city topped $60.5M over the last year
and collected over $746.4K in permit fees. This fee income was in line with
the Building Official's revenue projection.
We have ten commercial permits ready to issue and expect to receive ten new
commercial permit applications in the near future. This will start our new year
with a very substantial commercial activity.
We accomplished 649 inspections in December. That averages to almost thirty
inspections a day.
.
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3
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0
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2
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Adult Entertainment Permits
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0
Home Profession
0
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SEPA Reviews
2
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7
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4
3
Certificate of Exemption
4
4
7
7
14
91
175
88
3
Commercial Business Permit
14
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5
10
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77
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25
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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1
0
Preliminary Regular Plat
1
0
0
0
5
81
0
5
Final Regular Plat
0
0
1
19
9
139
3
6
Preliminary Reg. Plat w/PUD
0
0
0
0
4
95
0
4
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
0
Preliminary Short Plat
2
0
5
19
19
53
3
16
Final Short Plat
2
3
12
1
5
25
23
1
24
Preliminary Binding Site Plan
0
1
3
0
0
5
47
0
5
Final Binding Site Plan
0
0
-
0
. _,
0
0
0
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0
0
1
3
3
1
2
Zone Reclassification
2
,
0
-
4
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20
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4
16
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0
17
22
55
57
375
616
256
119
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*Lots proposed in application.
Department of Community Development
Report for the Month of December, 2003
CURRENT PLANNING PROJECTS
As of December 31, 2003
Page 1 of 3
(Th
, roject .....:
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1:.: 9 dt yrikez. I: :
":::''s.T.iital;_2003
Growth Management Grant
$14,855.00
$4,952.00
$19,807.00
County Permit Transfers
$0.00
$0.00
$13,732.25
$13,732.25
Map Sales
$814.55
$505.20
$734.35
$2,054.10
Comprehensive Plan Amendments
$3,513.00
$0.00
$3,513.00
Code Text Amendment
$500.00
$500.00
Pre-Application Conference Fees
$122.00
$61.00
$183.00
Site Plan Review
$1,400.00
$1,400.00
Plat Modifications
$100.00
$100.00
Rezones
$4,861.00
$7,983.00
$9,061.00
$21,905.00
Temporary Use Permit
$200.00
$200.00
Conditional Use Permits
$0.00
$683.00
-$500.00
$183.00
Preliminary Short Subdivisions
$3,286.00
$1,622.00
$3,275.00
$8,183.00
Short Subdivisions
$2,816.00
$1,106.00
$1,820.00
$5,742.00
Preliminary Subdivision
$0.00
$3,575.00
$525.00
$4,100.00
Final Subdivisions
$1,170.00
$820.00
$3,730.00
35,720.00
Preliminary Binding Site Plan
$0.00
$4,744.00
$1,500.00
36,244.00
Certificate of Exemptions
$2,979.00
$4,475.00
$1,400.00
$8,854.00
Change of Conditions
$1,500.00
$0.00
$1,500.00
Administrative Variance
$0.00
$300.00
$900.00
$1,200.00
Variance
$0.00
$0.00
$750.00
$750.00
SEPA Administration
$2,275.00
$900.00
$4,400.00
$7,575.00
Planned Unit Development (PUO)
$0.00
$150.00
$150.00
Sign Review
$0.00
$600.00
$2,700.00
$3,300.00
Home Profession Application Fees
$80.00
$0.00
$300.00
$380.00
Adult Entertainment Licenses
$1,650.00
$1,900.00
$4,450.00
$8,000.00
TOTALS
$39,921.55
$34,376.20
$50,977.60
$125,275.35
PLANNING REVENUE AND GRANT INCOME - As of December 31, 2003
Pogo 2 of 3
Inspection Type
April -June
: Ju_ Iy =Sept
.Oct-Dec
;Total 2003
Residential Inspections
(Combined)
634
698
878
(Combined)
2,867
Commercial Inspections
396
261
Plumbing Inspection
357
452
433
1,242
Mechanical Inspection
265
452
554
1,271
Special Inspection
22
46
2
70
TOTAL INSPECTIONS
1,278
2,044
2,128
5,450
BUILDING PERMITS 8 REVENUE COLLECTED - As of December 31, 2003
BUILDING INSPECTIONS - As of December 31, 2003
Page 3 of 3
April -June Totals
July -Sept. Totals
Oct. -Dec. Totals
Annual Totals - FY 2003
Permits "Issued y
-;;Perm its.'"
;u Revenue :`.,
permits :
Revenue,
_Permits
; ` R evenue y
Permits
,,,_ •. Revenue
Building Permits:
Residential
275
269
210
754
Commercial
46
40
74
160
Totals:_
321
S120,076.29
309
$169,098.02
284
$171,305.85
914
$460,480.16
Plumbin • Permits
1 138
$13,953.00
97
$12,717.50
117
$13,321.00
352
$39,991.50
Mechanical Permits
215
$16,788.00
238
$19,765.00
296
$24,776.50
749
$61,329.50
Grading Permits .
1
$98.00
1
$25.00
2
$34.00
4
$157.00
Demolition Permits
4
$110.00
222
$649.00
5
$483.00
231
S1,242.00
Fireworks Permits
2
$200.00
2
$100.00
4
$300.00
Sign Permits
25
25
23
73
$0.00
Miscellaneous Permits
8
$4,369.08
30
$2,914.00
16
$1,200.00
54
$8,483.08
UFC Permit Fee
$55.00
1
$1,002.34
$3,549.67
1
$4,607.01
Fire Alarm Install
2
1
3
$0.00
Sprinkler Install
2
11
13
$0.00
Plans Check Fee
$46,980.40
$59,129.77
$97,789.75
0
$203,899.92
Energy Plan Check Fee
$962.78
0
$962.78
Fire Department Check Plan Fee
$301.32
$320.56
($581.88)
0
$40.00
Sprinkler Plans Check Fee
$1,105.90
7
($1,105.90)
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$10.00
$366.37
($376.37)
0
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Special Inspections
$353.00
$46.00
0
$399.00
PERMIT TOTALS
718
$204,256.87 _
937
$267,239.46
750
$310,395.62
2,405
$781,891.95
BUILDING PERMITS 8 REVENUE COLLECTED - As of December 31, 2003
BUILDING INSPECTIONS - As of December 31, 2003
Page 3 of 3
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
Through January 13, 2004
Agreements for Services Adopted and in Operation:
• Street O &M
• Street O &M
• Engineering
• Storm Water
• Solid Waste
• Road and Drainage Plan Review:
• Hearings Held:
• Construction Walk - Throughs:
• Conditional Use Permits:
County Maintenance
-- WSDOT
County Engineer
- County Utilities
-- Regional Solid Waste
Agreements in Progress:
• STEP MOU approved by Council on January 13, Discussed DBO issues with Council
on Jan 13 and will discuss overall wastewater issues with Council on February 3.
Capital Projects:
• Held Pre - Construction meeting and issued Notice to Proceed for CenterPlace Early
Sitework Package.
• Monitored contractor's work on CenterPlace.
• Held meeting with Spokane County, SRTC, STA, and Spokane Valley Community
Development on alternatives for the Sprague /Appleway couplet.
• Consultant Kickoff meeting with Spokane County and Taylor Engineering on next year's
Veradale sewer project.
• Met with Public Works Directors from Eastern Washington cities to discuss Stormwater
legislative issues.
• Continued coordination with Spokane County on engineering services and maintenance
contracts.
• Amended Six -Year TIP for TIB Grants.
• Began work on updating Six -Year TIP.
• Continued coordination with Spokane County and WSDOT on the design of the
Pines /Mansfield project.
• Continued the work creating developer agreements for the Pines /Mansfield Project.
• Began preparing the CenterPlace Building Bid documents.
Maintenance Activity:
• Approximately five tons of material used for pothole patching and repairs.
• Snow removal operations in earnest for the first time in several years as winter storms
came through the area requiring:
• About 80,000 gallons of de -icer and 620 cubic yards of sand were used on
roadways.
• Approximately 49 utility cut (Right of Way) permits issued for past month.
• County crews have changed to winter schedule for 24 -hour snow coverage as of
December 1.
Land Development
• Applications Reviewed /Conditions Prepared (including Commercial pre - application):
Commercial Projects —12, Residential Projects — 5
Commercial — 7,
Commercial — 2,
Commercial — 0,
Commercial — 0,
Residential — 2
Residential - 1
Residential — 2
Residential — 1
Spokane
.Valley
2003 PROJECTS
Road Construction Projects
16th Avenue - Project 1
Mission Avenue
Evergreen Road
Road Design Projects
16th Avenue - Project 2
Park Road - Project 2
Sewer Construction Projects
Harrington
Hillview Acres
PinecroftlMansfield
South Green Acres - Phase 1
Small Works Projects
Steen Rd. & 4th Ave. Paving
Pierce Rd. Widening
Sprague Crack Sealing
University Crack Sealing
Euclid Crack Sealing
2004 PROPOSED PROJECTS
Road Construction Projects
Park Road - Project 2
16th Avenue - Project 2
Pines /Mansfield
24th Avenue Sidewalk Project
'Sullivan Road & 4th Ave. Signal
Road Design Projects
Barker Road Reconstruction Boone to Barker Rd. Bridge
Barker Road Bridge Replacement Barker Rd. at Spokane River (BRAC decision mtg. Oct. 15 &16)
Sewer Projects
Carnahan •
Weatherwood /Owens
Sipple
Veradate
Statewide Transportation Plan (STIP)
Transportation Improvement Board (TIB)
Bridge Replacement Advisory Committee (BRAG)
2003 -04 Construction Projects -Jan
Evergreen to Sullivan
Evergreen to Sullivan
16th Ave. to 2nd Ave. (see note 1)
Dishman -Mica to SR 27
8th Ave. to 2nd Ave.
Project Location
Vista to Argonne, Cataldo to Harrington
Pierce to Pines, Mission to Main
Bowdish to Mirabeau Pk., Jackson to Indiana
Indiana to Mission & Flora to Long Rd.
4th to Bridge, Steen to Flora
35th Ave. to 37th Ave.
University to Sullivan
16th to Dishman -Mica (see note 2)
Sullivan to Flora
Notes: t. Construction postponed to 2004.
2. County Maintenance is dth g this project.
Project Location
8th Ave. to 2nd Ave.
Dishman -Mica to SR 27
Wilbur Rd. to Pines Rd., Pines to 190
Bowdish to Pines
Sullivan & 4th
1 -90 to 81h, Havanna to Eastern
McDonald to Mamer, Mission to Mallon
Vercter to Mamer, 1 -90 to Boone
Dalton to Rutter, Bradley to Vista
Calvin to Sommer, Springfield to Main
Capital Improvement Projects
Completion Date Complete Total Project
Cost
1011103 100% $ 4,064,630
11117/03 95% $ 2,423,535
7/9/04 5% $ 2,787,000
3/3/04
3/3/04
10/10/03
10/17/03
10/17/03
7131104
9/12/03
9/26/03
9/30/03
9/20/03
10/15/03
Completion Date Design
Complete
10/1/04 85%
1111104 95%
1011/05 0%
911/04 0%
5/1/04 PE 1 RN/ Complete
11/1(04
11/1104
11/1104
11/1/04
Total
90% S 1,244,550
70% $ 1,654,000
100%
100%
100%
40%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
$ 3,1 59,000
$ 2,542,000
$ 373,000
To Be Determined
$ 25,190
$ 21,324
$ 38,592
$ 8,648
$ 18,341,465- /
Total Project
Cost
$ 782,000
$ 1,932,000
$ 675,000
$ 197,300
$ 165,000
0% $ 2,998,200
0% $ 8,057,615
In Design S 2,459,000
In Design S 3,689,000
In Design S 2,773,000
In Design $ 2,701,000
Total $ 26,429,115
INCIDENT TYPE
Year to Date
Jan
Fob
March
April
May
June
July
August
Sept
Oct
Nov
Dec
11.5 Structure Fire Single Response
271
20
13
22
18
21
19
28
25
- 20
26
33
26
11-F Structure Firo
118
8
5
8
12
10
6
17
5
4
13
16
12
11 -W Working Flre
25
3
1
1
2
0
4
2
1
2
1
2
5
13-S Vehicle Fire
108
6
6
8
7
7
14
12
13
11
7
6
9
14-LlH Brush Fire -Low
119
3
5
9
3
10
15
31
18
11
10
4
0
15-S Trash Firo
19
0
0
2
3
1
1
2
3
3
3
1
0
18-S Alarm Sy•tem-SIngle Responso
89
366
7
28
4
30
6
29
7
21
5
20
5
25
7
44
8
29
5
30
5
38
7
32
3
40
18-F Alarm System- Full
31 -AJB BLS EMS Alarm
2276
159
148
165
138
210
209
208
228
195
211
203
197
31-C1D ALS EMS Alarm
2843
203
205
259
237
247
247
215
235
257
244
243
251
31 -F 2nd alarm EMS /Mass Casualty
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
35 -F Extrication
• 14
1
1
0
1
3
1
1
2
0
1
2
1
36-F Water Rescue
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
37-F Tech Rescuo
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
40-1 Hazmat Investigation
85
3
4
6
9
2
8
8
17
5
9
10
4
40-F Hazmat Full Response
8
0
0
1
0
3
0
0
0
3
1
0
0
46-A1B Auto Accident - Unknown Injuries
580
41
35
30
48
47
43
55
51
47
68
51
64
46-C/D Auto Accident - Lifo Threats
78
6
2
4
7
9
3
10
8
12
9
4
4
50-S Service Call
123
4
13
6
6
3
12
23
10
9
8
22
7
MONTHLY TOTAL
7101
492
472
559
519
598
• 812
664
858
615
654
836
624
Spokane lianey'rira Department
2003 Response Information
For
City of Spokane Valley
TO: Dave Mercier, City Manager
FROM: Cal Walker, Chief of Police
DATE: January 16, 2004
RE: Monthly Report December 2003
MEMO
Attached is December's activity report for the Spokane Valley Police Department. There
were a total of 4,979 computer -aided dispatch (CAD) incidents. These are self - initiated
officer contacts, as well as calls for service. Out of those 4,979 incidents, 1,640 actual
reports were taken during the month of December. Attached is the breakdown describing
those incidents. Additionally, there were 1,751 traffic stops conducted that resulted in
329 traffic reports. Once again 1 have included hotspot maps for December commercial
burglaries, residential burglaries, stolen vehicles, and vehicle accidents. In addition, I
have added a cumulative column that will become part of our monthly report.
ADMINISTRATIVE
• During December, negotiations continued into the finalization of the agreements
for a lease of the Valley Precinct building. That lease is expected to be forwarded
to the council for approval in January.
• By all indications, the budgetary process for the first seven months of the law
enforcement contract are coming in near projections. The Sheriffs Office staff is
beginning to compile all settle and adjust documentation. Initial assessment of
this information will occur in mid - January.
OPERATIONAL
• Spokane Valley Police Department continues with the second half of a
Washington State Traffic Safety Commission grant — Drive Hammered, Get
Nailed. This emphasis is focusing specifically on emphasis patrols specifically
relating to driving under the influence. The statistical analysis of the success of
this particular emphasis will also be compiled in the early part of 2004.
COMMUNITY- ORIENTED POLICING
• December took us into many holiday celebrations and some year -end movements
with some of the agencies we partner with at the Spokane Valley Police
Department.. The Greater Spokane Substance Abuse Council (GSSAC) moved
into a new facility on East Sprague and the Spokane Valley Police Department
attended their open house as we continue in partnership to reduce recidivism
relating to alcohol and drug- related incidents.
• On December 13, 2003, approximately 25 members of the Spokane Valley Police
Department participated in this year's Holidays & Heroes event. We were able to
take more than 50 kids from within our Inland Empire area on a Christmas
shopping spree. Each child was given $200 to spend on family members'
Christmas presents, and also received a special gift for themselves. This was a
great cooperative effort between many fine organizations, including the Spokane
Valley Fire Department, local EMS workers, Kootenai County Police and Fire,
etc. The children were taken to the Spokane Valley Wal -Mart for this fun -filled
shopping extravaganza. We are looking forward to participating in this same
event with greater results next year.
• Also in December, the Spokane Valley Police Department pioneered a new
quarterly series that will occur in the valley edition of the Spokesman Review.
This particular start-up series focused on getting information out to the public in
reference to our hotspot statistical data. For December's quarterly report, we
focused on area traffic- related issues, including mapping and discussions of
specific area incidents. The reporter, Trinity Hartman, has personally told me that
she received many positive public comments in reference to these types of stories
being disseminated to the public. We are looking forward to expanding on this
program in the future.
2
2003 DECEMBER CRIME REPORTS
Accumulated Slats
December, 2003
June through December
BURGLARY
77
471
FORGERY
43
263
MALICIOUS MISCHIEF
89
709
NON - CRIMINAL
1 64
421
PROPERTY OTHER
122
861
RECOVERED VEHICLES
25
67
STOLEN VEHICLES
44
207
THEFT
225
1,525
UIOBC
2
2
VEHICLE OTHER
6
38
VEHICLE PROWLING
118
643
TOTAL PROPERTY CRIMES
815
5,209
ASSAULT
75
562
DOA/SUICIDE
12
94
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
71
511
HOMICIDE
0
0
KIDNAP
0
7
MENTAL
23
276
MP
11
68
PERSONS OTHER
130
818
ROBBERY
3
47
TELEPHONE HARASSMENT
11
104
TOTAL MAJOR CRIMES
336
2,487
ADULT RAPE
2
18
CHILD ABUSE
14
63
CUSTODIAL INTERFERENCE
10
94
SEX REGISTRATION F
0
5
INDECENT LIBERTIES
2
8
CHILD MOLESTATION
6
24
CHILD RAPE
1
15
RUNAWAY
28
262
SEX OTHER
13
71
STALKING
0
17
SUSPICIOUS PERSON
26
178
TOTAL SEX CRIMES
102
755
DRUG
58
382
ISU OTHER
0
0
TOTAL ISU
58
382
TOTAL TRAFFIC REPORTS
329
1,793
TOTAL REPORTS RECEIVED
1,640
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Spokane County Library District
Spokane Valley Library Services and District Support
Report to the Spokane Valley City Council
December 2003
Note: This report was excerpted from the December 2003 report to the Spokane County Library
District Board of Trustees with added information related to Spokane Valley. Except where
otherwise indicated, information relates to the .District as a whole.
LIBRARY SERVICES
Customer use measures
2003 was a mixed year for customer use, with some services up and others down. Overall
circulation dropped by 1% from 2002, reference inquiries remained the same, but the door count
increased 8 %. Part of the reason for the door count increase may be the use of Internet
workstations. Internet bookings jumped 38% from 2002!
Programs and group visit numbers and attendance are both up, by 12% and 9% respectively, but
meeting room bookings are down 6 %.
As of the end of the year, there were 107,513 registered customers,
For 2002, 222,747 holds were placed on library materials, and there were over 188,000 database
searches. We .borrowed 4,611 items on interlibrary loan and lent 4,162.
Use of Greater Spokane Valley library branches followed the same general pattern as the remainder
of the District, although circulation was down a little more and door count, program attendance and
Internet bookings were up a little more. One factor that may have accounted for some of the
circulation decrease is the large scale weeding of library materials that were dated, little used, or in
bad condition. Another is the availability of online databases made available by the District in
libraries and from home that provide full-text magazine articles and a variety of other information
that might otherwise be checked out.
• Selected December 2003 Statistics
Circulation '
Door count
Reference
Inquiries
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Attendance
Internet
bookings
YID
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2002
YTD
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2002
YTD
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YTD
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YTD
YTD to
2002
Total
SCLD
1,797,261
- I%
873,940
+8%
265,353
0%
51,588
+ 9%
170
+ 38%
Vallex
543,391
- 2%
260,205
+ 14%
87,983
- 2%
11,746
+ 10%
+ 13
58,069
13,558
+ 38%
+45%
Aroonne
124,186
- 7%
74,638
- 1%
12,667
+2 %i
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Otis
108,938
- 1%
54,631
+ 9%
12,298
+ 13%
3,144
+ 27%
8,506
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776,515
- 3%
389,474
+ 10%
112,948
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80,133
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Spokane County Library District
Spokane Valley Library Services and District Support
Report to the Spokane Valley City Council
December 2003
Note: This report was excerpted from the December 2003 report to the Spokane County Library
District Board of Trustees with added information related to Spokane Valley. Except where
otherwise indicated, information relates to the .District as a whole.
LIBRARY SERVICES
Customer use measures
2003 was a mixed year for customer use, with some services up and others down. Overall
circulation dropped by 1% from 2002, reference inquiries remained the same, but the door count
increased 8 %. Part of the reason for the door count increase may be the use of Internet
workstations. Internet bookings jumped 38% from 2002!
Programs and group visit numbers and attendance are both up, by 12% and 9% respectively, but
meeting room bookings are down 6 %.
As of the end of the year, there were 107,513 registered customers,
For 2002, 222,747 holds were placed on library materials, and there were over 188,000 database
searches. We .borrowed 4,611 items on interlibrary loan and lent 4,162.
Use of Greater Spokane Valley library branches followed the same general pattern as the remainder
of the District, although circulation was down a little more and door count, program attendance and
Internet bookings were up a little more. One factor that may have accounted for some of the
circulation decrease is the large scale weeding of library materials that were dated, little used, or in
bad condition. Another is the availability of online databases made available by the District in
libraries and from home that provide full-text magazine articles and a variety of other information
that might otherwise be checked out.
• Selected December 2003 Statistics
December Registered Customers by Branch of Registration
At branches serving Spokane Valley residents...
Region 11, region wide: Library materials come back in December making it a great time to take a
look at the collection. Illnesses plagued the schedulers and resulted in some creative staffing plans
but customers were served. Many staff members were able to take some additional time off for the
holidays. Books on tape and videos were weeded at Otis, Moran, Argonne and Valley.
In programming, themes for Storytimes for the next session were determined and planning is
underway for the After School Specials. A significant number of cards were sold to Liberty Lake
residents during the month of December.
Argonne: The display case, book rack, and table all featured quilting. The display case included a
staff member's grandmother's quilts and some books. Books on the craft of quilting have been
featured on the back of the display rack, and there was adult and children's fiction that centered on
quilting on the table.
All remaining adult cassette tapes were removed, leaving room to rearrange the new book/video
areas.
Otis Orchards: The Friends group purchased a large poinsettia for the reference desk. Also
purchased were new stuffed animals (including Nemo and Dorrie look -a- likes). They may be too
cute, as one child left crying because he couldn't take a fish home. The Friends also provided
cookies and juice one day for an informal Christmas party. Refrigerator magnets with the new OT
hours did not arrive in time for their party.
All of the adult nonfiction shelving was lowered, board books were weeded and CDs were arranged
in call number,order. Adult fiction was reorganized.
Valley: The most significant event this month was the introduction of self - checkout stations at
Valley Library. Customers are doing well with the process for the most part. On the first day there
were 358 items checked out on these stations and at the end of the month there were a total of 7692
items checkout on the self - checkout stations (approximately 20% of the checkout for the month).
The majority of the work on Valley first floor was completed in December with the finishing of the
manager's office. Children's nonfiction was shifted to fit the shelves better, as well as the picture
book collection to fill in where the picture nonfiction was. Customers have been commenting
positively about the first floor rearrangement and parents and kids are very happy with the children's
area.
Total
% Adult
% Youth
Total
SCLD
107,513
71%
29%
Valley
37,027
75%
25%
Argonne
9,985
74%
26%
Otis
6,280
64%
36%
Subtotal
" 53,292
N/A
N/A
% SCLD
49.5%
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December Registered Customers by Branch of Registration
At branches serving Spokane Valley residents...
Region 11, region wide: Library materials come back in December making it a great time to take a
look at the collection. Illnesses plagued the schedulers and resulted in some creative staffing plans
but customers were served. Many staff members were able to take some additional time off for the
holidays. Books on tape and videos were weeded at Otis, Moran, Argonne and Valley.
In programming, themes for Storytimes for the next session were determined and planning is
underway for the After School Specials. A significant number of cards were sold to Liberty Lake
residents during the month of December.
Argonne: The display case, book rack, and table all featured quilting. The display case included a
staff member's grandmother's quilts and some books. Books on the craft of quilting have been
featured on the back of the display rack, and there was adult and children's fiction that centered on
quilting on the table.
All remaining adult cassette tapes were removed, leaving room to rearrange the new book/video
areas.
Otis Orchards: The Friends group purchased a large poinsettia for the reference desk. Also
purchased were new stuffed animals (including Nemo and Dorrie look -a- likes). They may be too
cute, as one child left crying because he couldn't take a fish home. The Friends also provided
cookies and juice one day for an informal Christmas party. Refrigerator magnets with the new OT
hours did not arrive in time for their party.
All of the adult nonfiction shelving was lowered, board books were weeded and CDs were arranged
in call number,order. Adult fiction was reorganized.
Valley: The most significant event this month was the introduction of self - checkout stations at
Valley Library. Customers are doing well with the process for the most part. On the first day there
were 358 items checked out on these stations and at the end of the month there were a total of 7692
items checkout on the self - checkout stations (approximately 20% of the checkout for the month).
The majority of the work on Valley first floor was completed in December with the finishing of the
manager's office. Children's nonfiction was shifted to fit the shelves better, as well as the picture
book collection to fill in where the picture nonfiction was. Customers have been commenting
positively about the first floor rearrangement and parents and kids are very happy with the children's
area.
There was a big push to finish the weeding of the adult non-fiction during the month which has
taken a great deal of time from the information services staff, but the project is almost finished and
the shelves are looking good. About. 2 dozen Lucite paperback display bins were received and
deployed. It helps to break up the look of the books on the shelves, and people have been picking
the books off the display shelving.
Outreach: There was a first and a last this month. The first was the visit to Harbor Crest assisted
living behind the Moran Prairie branch. The residents were ready and waiting for us, with many
requests and many thanks for the service. Staff feel that this facility will end up being one of our
biggest users. In contrast, the last was the visit to Good Sam on Mission, which was scheduled to
close at the end of the year.
Rotation of new large print books to Valley began. About 150 of the newer large print books will
spend three months getting acquainted with the customers of the Valley Library and then return for
the long haul.
This month's quote comes from the children at the Little Learner preschool, "You get what you get
and you don't throw a fit." We wonder how many of them remembered this on Christmas.
Russian librarians visit
On December 16, five Russian librarians who were visiting Spokane through a program
administered by the Library of Congress toured some SCLD facilities. Two SCLD staff who speak
Russian, Cindy Benson and Kandy Brandt, joined the group to assist the interpreter with translation.
COLLECTION SERVICES
Library materials
6,959 items were sent to branches in December, the highest number for the entire year, with another
big month for nonprint at 1,237 items. it was a very light month for orders: 487 titles and 1,521
copies.
2003 materials additions totaled 61,814 and there were 94,177 deletions, for a net collection size
reduction of about 32,000. With the conclusion of major weeding, there'll be more adds than
deletions in 2004. With the major 2003 weeding project, the collection size dropped 9% to 408,545
items. It should jump back up toward the recent 450,000 -item norm in 2004.
Vendors were contacted to set January and February dates to start new 2004 online database
subscriptions.
Youth services
Youth services coordinator Thorn I3arthelmess attended the Washington Library Media Association
(school librarians) board meeting and volunteered several staff to do teen booktalking and graphic
novel collection development at a February WLMA event.
Thom met with Region I supervisory staff and Linda to discuss changes for the children's area of
Medical Lake.
Youth services coordinator Thom Barthelmess has accepted an invitation to serve as a member of
the American Library Association's 2005 Newbery Committee. ittee. The Newbery Medal is one of the
three most prestigious awards in American children's literature. It was named for eighteenth -
century British bookseller John Newbery and is awarded annually to the author of the most
distinguished contribution to American literature for children. Besides its recognition of literary
excellence, this medal guarantees authors and publishers a "best seller" status for their book.
Technical services
Finally all parts of EDI electronic ordering are working successfully, and there was a successful test
of a portion of the Unicorn Workflows Standing Order software. _
Miscellaneous
A Collection Services section was added to the Intranet so everyone has access to the Collection
Guidelines, the 2004 Reference Sample dates, and the Information Services Manual. Manager Lyn
Dedas planned the January 9 Information Services Staff Meeting and prepared a workshop on "How
to Say "No" Graciously and Confidently."
ADMINISTRATION
Moran Prairie Library Capital Facility Area
The 2004 budget for the Moran Prairie Capital Facility Area was approved on December 16 by
Spokane County Commissioners acting as the MPLCFA Board. The majority of 2004 expenses of
approximately $188,000 will be for architect and engineering fees and to reimburse the District for
prior expenditures.
CIPA compliance
Legal counsel Jim Sloane provided his opinion on the application of CIPA and the Supreme Court's
decision on adults disabling of the technology protection measure.
With the approval of the two policies at your December board meeting, we'll begin working on
CIPA compliance activities after the first of the year. The final implementation date will be March
1. Between now and then we'll be revising printed materials, working out the technical details,
doing the notification mailing to parents who had chosen unfiltered access, and having staff make
their filtering choice.
GOVERNANCE
4th District Representative Lynn Schindler visited the Argonne branch to get a first hand look at our
Internet services and the steps we've taken to protect minors from accessing adult - oriented Web
sites. Regional manager Ellen Miller and 1 spent a little under 90 minutes with her, telling her about
what we've done with optional filtering for the past two years and the implications of CIPA. Ellen
and Argonne supervisor Judy Luck showed her how the booking, time control, and filtering software
works. I believe that she came away with a better understanding of what we're doing, the wealth of
information available on the Internet, and the limits of CIPA compliance: She said that she very
much appreciated the time we spent with her.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Community activities
• ,Spokane Regional Chamber of Commerce: Legislative forum and reception
■ Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce: 2 Governance Committee meetings; Legislative
luncheon; holiday open house, Business Connections breakfast
• Integrus Architecture 50 anniversary open house
Public information
The Graphics department was busy in spite of the holidays since a number of printed materials were
impacted by changes taking effect at the first of the year, notably the Liberty Lake transition, new
Otis Orchards hours, and the new loan periods.
In response to the strategic plan programming initiative, the After School Specials program for
grades K -5 was expanded to include all branches, requiring new promotional materials.
All in all, 13 completed jobs were logged and 15 were pending.
HUMAN RESOURCES
• New HR information system software that can be linked with Business Office payroll software
was ordered.
• Three new branch supervisors have been enrolled in a Spokane Conununity College training
program for new supervisors.
• 2003 accident reports were reviewed for the OSHA log; there appears to be only one reportable
injury for posting.
• Recruitment and staff selection was focused on branch supervisors, with two other resulting
vacancies now posted.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
• After testing on several machines at Valley, full -scale installation of Windows XP and Office
2003 began at Valley mid- month. By the end of the month, all branches had been installed
except Cheney and Deer Park, which were scheduled for the first few days of January. The
process is taking about an hour per machine. Someone from the department has been available
in almost every branch the first day they've used the software. Very few problems have been
reported. _
• Two self-check stations were set up at Valley on December 5. One touch screen monitor was
found to be faulty and was returned for replacement.
• Service to Liberty Lake stopped at the end of the day December 31. The profile was deleted for
PAC access and the phone line disconnected. Liberty Lake was removed as a pickup branch on
- iBistro. Plans were made to pick up equipment on January 2.
• SolarWinds network monitoring software was purchased. Its absence was identified as a
weakness in a departmental audit a few years ago. Router configuration was completed to allow
all branches to use D1ICP to access the network with their upgraded computers.
FINANCE
• The City of Liberty Lake failed to make the second half payment for the 2003 Library Services
Contract. Accordingly, there is a revenue shortfall of 5119,081 from the 2003 budget revenue
projections. If this payment is not collected prior to the completion of the District's 2003
financial report, this issue will need to be disclosed in the report's narrative.
• Business manager Bill Sargent completed the 2004 budget for the General, Redemption,
Capital Reserve and Construction funds; received confirmation from the Spokane County
Treasurer's Office confirming that the 2003 TANs principal and interest payment had been
made; and completed preparations for the 2004 TAN sale. •
• An Inland Empire Paper Company year -end property tax refund for an improper assessment
included $35,865.15 from our regular property tax levy and $6,477.75 from the bond repayment
levy. Because the regular levy will be at its maximum in 2004, we'll be unable to recoup the
loss. The net effect on the District is that our end -of- the -year fund balance will be reduced.
FACILITIES
• The project to relocate the information desk, other first floor public areas and two offices at
Valley is virtually completed.
• The project to join the Argonne building to the county sewer system has been completed. The
final county connection charge of $4,950 will be assessed in 2004.