2008, 05-13 Regular Meeting MinutesMayor Munson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m., and welcomed everyone to the 137th meeting.
Attendance:
Rich Munson, Mayor
Dick Denenny, Deputy Mayor
Rose Dempsey, Councilmember
Bill Gothmann, Councilmember
Steve Taylor, Councilmember
Diana Wilhite, Councilmember
Absent:
Gary Schimmels, Councilmember
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City of Spokane Valley
City Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
City Staff:
Dave Mercier, City Manager
Mike Connelly, City Attorney
Ken Thompson, Finance Director
Neil Kersten, Public Works Director
Kathy McClung, Community Dev. Director
Mike Stone, Parks & Recreation Director
Mike Basinger, Senior Planner
Carolbelle Branch, Public Information Officer
Chris Bainbridge, City Clerk
INVOCATION: Pastor Manuel Denning of Fountain Ministries gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: At Mayor Munson's request, Councilmember Dempsey led the Pledge
of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL: City Clerk Bainbridge called roll, all Councilmembers were present except
Councilmember Schimmels. It was moved by Councilmember Taylor, seconded and unanimously agreed
to excuse Councilmember Schimmels from tonight's meeting.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: It was moved by Councilmember Wilhite and seconded to approve the
amended agenda. In Favor: Mayor Munson, Deputy Mayor Denenny, and Councilmembers Taylor,
Dempsey, and Wilhite. Opposed: None. Abstentions: None. (Note: Councilmember Gothmann
momentarily stepped out of the room so he did not have an opportunity to vote.) Motion carried.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Munson read the
"Older American's Month" Proclamation.
COMMITTEE, BOARD, LIAISON SUMMARY REPORTS:
Councilmember Taylor: mentioned he attended a six -hour Spokane Clean Air Agency annual board
retreat meeting, where they discussed budgets, air pollution, and enforcement actions.
Councilmember Wilhite: reported that she attended the Junior Livestock pancake breakfast at the
Fairgrounds; the Law Enforcement Breakfast; the Convention Visitor's Bureau Board meeting and award
for people in the hotel industry who provide exceptional service to visitors; and the honorary
Commander's function at Fairchild Air Force Base.
Deputy Mayor Denenny: said that he attended a Highway 27 function regarding their safety project of
developing ways to mitigate the number of accidents, which was fashioned from the same type of project
performed in Cheney, which resulted in fewer accidents; he attended the function where the
announcement was made about the Spokane Region hosting the figure skating; and attended the Fairchild
function.
Councilmember Gothmann• explained that he met with Doug Silver who takes are of the statistics for the
Sheriff's Office, and they discussed the difference between statistics needed to make strategic decisions
and those used for making tactical or daily decisions; he mentioned that the Weed and Seed now have a
number of programs going on in the Center and they discussed funding for next year; he attended the law
enforcement breakfast and law enforcement memorial service; the Spokane Convention Visitor's Bureau
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tourism awards; the Junior Lilac parade, and the HCDAC meeting which recommended having a specific
amount of funds set aside for Spokane Valley capital projects grants.
Councilmember Dempsey: reported that she attended the Junior Lilac parade; the law enforcement
breakfast and dedication later that day; that the Student Advisory Council met and they are in a transition
period now as the school year draws to an end and some of their members are graduating; and she met
with Mark Peters of the International Trade Alliance.
MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Munson reported that he attended a Jury Appreciation Ceremony;
attended the Government Affairs Lunch; spoke at the Junior Livestock Show; attended the STA
Committee meeting; the Junior Lilac Parade; read a proclamation in connection with the 100
Anniversary Celebration for the Nurses Association; became an "Honorary Commander" at Fairchild Air
Force Base; and welcomed the Special Olympics at Mirabeau Hotel. Mayor Munson also reported that
commitment appointments have been determined for the Panhandling Ad Hoc Committee, with
Councilmember Gothmann as Chair, Councilmember Dempsey, Ian Robertson, Maggie Crabtree, Kathy
Neet, Connie Nelson and Joe Schutz, and he thanked all those who submitted applications, and said that
Councilmember Gothmann will be invited at later meetings to give progress reports to the Council of this
Committee's activities.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mayor Munson invited public comment.
Steve Trabun, 1918 S. Stanley Lane: spoke concerning outdoor lighting standards of our UDC Title
22.60; stated that his neighbor recently installed a 15 -20 ft, 1000 watt metal halide commercial grade
flood area light to illuminate a sport court, and that as a result, Mr. Trabun's family has experienced
significant light trespass that is interfering with their quiet enjoyment; he said that he submitted a Citizen
Action Request Form to our staff and was informed that the light is not a violation of UDC Title 22.60 as
it does not apply to single family residential; and that last week he submitted another Citizen Action
Request regarding nuisances; and he asked that this issue be reviewed. Mayor Munson explained that
staff will review the materials and contact him.
Lucinda Marshall, E 22711 Euclid Ave Otis Orchards: submitted copies of petitions from Otis Orchards
residents opposed to annexation of any part of Otis Orchards by any neighboring community; and she
explained that Otis Orchards opposes any annexation, whether from Spokane Valley or Liberty Lake; and
she mentioned she also researched the issue of UGAs on the Internet and distributed copies to council of
information about the United Nations Division for Sustainable Development, and the American Land
Rights Association National Inholders Association.
Mary Pollard, 17216 E Baldwin Avenue: spoke about the lighting issue and said that for the last several
years, she has consistently advocated for residential lighting that would not trespass; she also mentioned
the possibility of the proposed new jail being located in Spokane Valley, and said that she feels the
Council or staff should have been present at those meetings, that other municipalities were represented
but Spokane Valley was not; and she added that people don't want the jail in the Valley. Mayor Munson
remarked that breaking news from KREM announced that the Spokane County jail proposal will be at the
current location rather than a new facility elsewhere.
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 following claim vouchers: list dated 4/21/2008, beginning with
voucher #14276, ending with voucher #14351, total amount $471,396.13
b. Payroll for Pay Period Ending April 30, 2008: $305,908.28
c. Approval of Meeting Minutes of April 15, 2008 Council Study Session
d. Approval of Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2008 Council Regular Meeting
e. Approval of Meeting Minutes of April 29, 2008 Council Study Session
f. Approval of Resolution 08 -006, WEDFA Tax Exempt Economic Development Bond
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g. Approval of Resolution 08 -007 Recreation /Conservation Grant for Greenacres
h. Approval of 24 Avenue Sewer Line Utility Agreement
i. Approval of STA Cooperative Grant, Sprague /Bowdish Intersection
It was moved by Councilmember Taylor, seconded and unanimously agreed to approve the consent
agenda.
NEW BUSINESS:
2. Uniform Development Code Area -Wide Rezone, Greenacres Lot Size — Mike Basinger, Kathy
McClung
Mayor Munson explained that because Councilmember Schimmels is absent tonight, there is the chance
this issue could result in a tie vote, which would be a failed motion; or Council could entertain tabling this
issue which could also result in a tied or failed motion. On a point of order, Councilmember Taylor asked
if this discussion is pertinent or appropriate. Mayor Munson explained that for public comments on this
issue, each person will be allotted no more than five minutes, and to keep the meeting time to a
reasonable hour, he asked that comments not be repetitive.
It was moved by Councilmember Gothmann and seconded, that the Spokane Valley City Council direct
staff to consider an area -wide change in residential zoning classifications [replacing the existing R3
classification with R2] in the Greenacres neighborhood as part of the annual Comprehensive Plan
change update commencing in November of 2008 for consideration in 2009.
Senior Planner Basinger gave a brief background on the maps in Council's packet of materials, showing
Greenacres land quantity analysis for 10,000 square foot lots, 7,500 square foot lots, and a vacant and
partially used land analysis, and stated that Greenacres is primarily zoned single- family residential
district, or R3, with a minimum lot size of 7,500 square foot; and that based on 2008 land quantity
analysis, the potential dwellings and population for R2 is 504 and 1,259 respectively; and for R3 is 576
and 1,439 respectively, indicating a different in R2 (10,000 square ft) and R3 (7,500 square feet), of 72
potential dwellings, and 180 more people; and added that the different is an allowable 80 foot wide lots in
R2, and 65 foot wide lost in R3, showing again a different in lot width of 15 feet. Mr. Basinger explained
that area -wide rezones followed the comp plan amendment process and would be considered along with
the annual comp plan update, which provides for a November 1, 2008 deadline for any change
consideration in 2009. In response to a council question about affordable housing, Mr. Basinger said that
smaller lots are generally more affordable. Deputy Mayor Denenny asked about the procedure if
someone were to expedite a short plat as quickly as possible, and Mr. Basinger said that if an application
were received tomorrow, that application would vest upon completion of the application and payment of
the fee, and that the cost varies depending if the request is for a short or long plat, or for a boundary lot
adjustment.
Mayor Munson then invited public comment, said that each speaker would have a maximum of five
minutes, and he asked speakers not to repeat what others have already stated.
Eric House, 1711 N Flora Road and 1711 1/2 N Flora Road: Mr. House stated that he lives in the
Greenacres neighborhood and he works with a wide array of new home purchasers; and that people want
smaller lots as they require less maintenance; that times change and we must change with them; people
said they don't have the time or energy or don't want to make time or energy to do extended property
maintenance; and the smaller lots are what the majority of people can afford; that the 10,000 lot size
creates higher taxes as well as higher maintenance; and asked when did homes $170,000 to $250,000
become low income homes?
Ericka Johnson, 17112 E Baldwin: said she has lived in north Greenacres almost her whole life; and
questions where the protection is for the current residents as she has seen neighbors pushed out who felt
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there was no protection; that the lots were 12,000 and with the change, she said she feels the residents
were trying to meet the City half -way; but she feels there is no effort to compromise; they asked for, paid
for and received a change in zoning, which was subsequently taken away, and she asked that Council re-
visit this issue and make the change back to the 10,000 square foot lots.
Pete Miller, 18124 E Mission, in Greenacres: stated she is a licensed real estate broker, and that there is a
is a right and there is a wrong; that Greenacres residents paid for and received approval for a R3 zone
change; that the Planning Commission recommended approval of that; there was ample and supportive
input from 700 citizens; that 10,000 square foot lots still meet the GMA requirements; and the Council's
vision is not easily achieved with language buried in the code; she wants Council to allow Greenacres a
moral victory and begin the process to restore the zoning previously approved and paid for; and wants
Council to remove the language, including corner touches and property located across a public right -of-
way, in Title 19.30.030; and said that the path of least resistance is by protecting existing property
owners.
Mary Pollard, 17216 E Baldwin Avenue: she asked Council to restore the 10,000 square foot lots, and
said that this should be representative of what the majority people want; that many new people told her
they bought bigger lots sizes as they wanted room for their children; and she stated that Greenacres is
over a critical part of the aquifer; that it sits above the deepest and fastest moving part of the aquifer; and
should be protected due to its vulnerability to pollution of the aquifer; and that Council should keep their
word.
Diane Johnson, 17112 E Baldwin: she read a letter dated May 13, 2008 from Rick and Laura Weingarz,
who are home owners in "Hidden Valley;" that the letter states they purposely bought a larger lot because
of their desire for having room for raising a family and for providing privacy; that visitors should not have
a first impression of how many homes can be crammed into one street; that larger backyards provide
safety for children; and that smaller lots means more houses, driveways and additional cover that could
affect the ability for surface water to effectively recharge the aquifer.
Mayor Munson asked for further public comment, and it was noted that Council previously received an e-
mail from Alden and Gail Sherrodd asking Council to restore the zoning to 10,000 square foot lots; and
received another e -mail from Lots N Land dated May 12, 2008, which is a land developer and supplier of
lots, arguing in favor of the smaller lots.
John Patrouch, E 18015 N Riverway: said he supports the lower densities.
Dick Behm, 3626 S Ridgeview Drive: reinforced what Mary Pollard says; said he was in the first group to
designate the aquifer as sole source aquifer and with that designation comes certain responsibilities; loss
of grass fields had an affect on the Rathdrum Prairie as it purified the water before going it; that high
density in that area not good idea because of possible contaminants going in that neighborhood; and he
encourages council to get a copy of USGS report on the aquifer and how this relates to different areas in
valley; and said it should have some influence on densities.
Daniel Melville, of Landed Gentry Development, 504 E Fairhaven Avenue, Burlington, Wa: said he has
been involved with real estate development since 1975, and been involved in Spokane Valley since 1978;
that down zoning doesn't meet national trends; that a study was just completed on new home trends
which shows there are more households without kids then ever before; and if Council downzones the area
that it will be devaluing the respective property values for these people for when they want to sell their
property; but that active adults don't want large lots; that he would be happy to discuss "active adult
developments" with Council; and said in response to Council question, if the lots were at 10,000, it would
increase the per lot cost for infrastructure; and that he calculates dividing the total home price in thirds,
with one third for land cost, one third for development, and one third for profit.
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Jennie Willardson, 12722 E 23 stated that she has lots of friends in Greenacres; that the people want
their 10,000 square foot lots that they paid for; she stated a concern of our City becoming like a city that
doesn't allow kids; that we need the lots for kids, we need parks and school and impact fees to pay for
those; and child - friendly neighborhoods.
Mayor Munson asked invited further public comment; and there were no further comments. Council
discussion included comments from Councilmember Gothmann that he agrees with Dick Behm and Mary
Pollard's concern about the aquifer, and as a senior he likes the larger lots, and that many seniors prefer to
stay in their homes throughout their life; comment from Councilmember Dempsey that it is not right of a
developer to change the neighborhood and Council should protect and defend the citizens who have a
right to have the lot size they ask and paid for; that Deputy Mayor Denenny remarked that 7,500 foot lots
do not stop someone from splitting their interest into 1,200 foot lots, that we are talking about 180 people
difference, that we have developed a good stormwater program which protects the aquifer and the
argument to the contrary is merely a red herring, and he does not see any negatives in maintaining the
7,500 foot lots. Councilmember Taylor expressed concern with the direction this motion takes the city,
and said we need consistency in regulations, and less housing opportunities will force development into
Otis Orchards, and that the City recently secured funding and purchased property to develop a good -sized
park in Greenacres, which will allow for plenty of room for children to play. Councilmember Wilhite
added that personal property rights are important, and we need to do what is allowed within the zoning
regulations. Mayor Munson said that since the County changed zoning in Greenacres without getting the
citizens involved, we encouraged them to write a neighborhood plan, which they did; that they raised the
money for the rezone which was granted by council unanimously; and that he didn't hear anything about
this being temporary until the last vote; that he feels Council previously erred and he is willing to make
the change, which starts by bringing this issue back to the Planning Commission.
Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Mayor Munson, and Councilmembers Gothmann and Dempsey.
Opposed: Deputy Mayor Denenny and Councilmembers Taylor and Wilhite. No Abstentions. A tie vote
resulted which is a failed motion.
Mayor Munson called for a short recess at 7:44 p.m., and he convened the meeting at 7:55 p.m.
3. Second Reading Proposed Ordinance 08 -009 Amending 2008 Budget — Ken Thompson
After City Clerk Bainbridge read the ordinance title, it was moved by Councilmember Taylor and
seconded to adopt Ordinance 08 -009. Mayor Munson invited public comment; no comments were
offered. Finance Director Thompson explained that this ordinance will amend the budget adopted last
October, that Council held a public hearing on these amendments last month, and the amendments include
those items stated in the Request for Council Action Form. Mayor Munson invited public comment; no
comments were offered. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions:
None. Motion carried.
4. Proposed Resolution 08 -008 Amending 2008 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) — Steve
Worley
It was moved by Councilmember Taylor and seconded to approve Resolution 08 -008 adopting the
amended 2008 TIP as presented. Public Works Director Kersten said that this amendment is necessary to
include funding received for several projects; Broadway Avenue Reconstruction, Bowdish/Sprague
Intersection, and Broadway Avenue Grind /Overlay. Mayor Munson invited public comment, no
comments were offered. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions:
None. Motion carried.
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5. Proposed Resolution 08 -009 Change of Speed Limit, Mirabeau Parkway — Neil Kersten
It was moved by Councilmember Taylor and seconded to establish a new park speed zone in the areas of
Mirabeau Parkway from 1350 feet north of Mansfield Ave to 1100 feet east of Pinecroft Way pursuant to
Spokane Valley Municipal Code Chapter 9.05.030, in other words, to approve resolution 08 -009. Public
Works Director Kersten explained that this reduction in the speed limit will create a speed zone of
approximately 2000 feet in length; that the speed limits will be in effect year- round, and the remainder of
Mirabeau Parkway will remain at 35 m.p.h. Mr. Kersten added that staff submitted a grant for the
flashing beacon and that we have about a one in three chance of receiving funding. Mayor Munson
invited public comment; no comments were offered. Vote by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous.
Opposed: None. Abstentions: None. Motion carried.
6. Motion Consideration 24 Avenue Bid Award — Neil Kersten
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Denenny and seconded to award the 24` Avenue reconstruction project
bid to the lowest responsible bidder, which is Halme Construction in the amount of $937,102.02. Mr.
Kersten said that we received several good bids and that staff does not feel we would receive any lower
bids then what was received. Mayor Munson invited public comment; no comments were offered. Vote
by Acclamation: In Favor: Unanimous. Opposed: None. Abstentions: None. Motion carried.
7. Motion Consideration Universal Park Contract for Architectural Services — Mike Stone
It was moved by Councilmember Taylor and seconded to authorize the City Manager or designee to
finalize and execute a contract for architectural services with EcoPlan and Design Concepts for the
Children's Universal Park project.. Parks and Recreation Director Stone explained that in accordance
with previous council direction to proceed with the development of the Children's Universal Park, last
November staff issued a Request for Proposals which resulted in four proposals being submitted; and of
those four, after interviews were held staff recommends EcoPlan and Design Concepts as the team most
qualified for this project, with a proposal amount of $131,460.00. Mr. Stone said that staff invited several
community leaders to tonight's meeting, and that many were unable to attend, but that Dr. Terry Brown is
here and would like to address council. Dr. Brown remarked that he has contributed 42 years to working
in the public sector, and that one of his greatest adventures was Mirabeau Point, which he sees as the
greenest place in this valley; he thanked Council and in particular Councilmember Wilhite for the efforts
to gain legislature support; and again thanked all Council on behalf of all the kids who will benefit from
this park.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mayor Munson invited general public comments; no comments were offered.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: n/a
INFORMATION ONLY: The Potential Electric Billboards, Animal Control Update, Barker Road
Bridge /CH2MHil1 Contract Amendment, Development Agreement Low /Kohl's, and Pool Construction
Contingency Budget [added items] were for information only and were not reported or discussed.
It was moved by Councilmember Wilhite, seconded and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
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Steven Trabun
1918 S. Stanley Lane
Spokane Valley, WA 99212
May 13, 2008
Mayor Munson and City Council Members,
I am writing to request a review and amendment to the City of Spokane Valley Uniform
Development Code (UDC), Title 22.60 Outdoor Lighting Standards. As a citizen of the
City of Spokane Valley, and being the neighbor of an adjacent property owner who has
recently installed a 15' — 20' tall 1000 watt metal halide commercial grade flood area
light (RUUD Lighting) to illuminate a sport court, my family and I are now experiencing
significant light trespass that is interfering with the quiet enjoyment of our property (see
attached photos).
After submitting a Citizen Action Request Form on April 11, 2008, I was informed by the
City's code compliance department that the light is not in violation of UDC Title 22.60.
Although the purpose of the outdoor lighting standards regulation "discourages excessive
lighting of outdoor spaces, encourages energy conservation and prohibits lighting
creating a nuisance for adjacent property owners ", the requirements of the code "apply to
outdoor lighting requirements for all developments except one- and two - family dwellings
and public street lighting ". We happen to live in a residential housing development
containing forty single- family dwellings.
As an alternative, I submitted a subsequent Citizen Action Request form on May 8, 2008,
citing a violation of Title 7.05 Nuisances, and requested that the City of Spokane Valley
take action to mitigate this light trespass, which is interfering in the quiet enjoyment of
our property. We are currently awaiting a determination from the City of Spokane Valley
Community Development Director.
I urge you to amend Title 22.60 Outdoor Lighting Standards language to include one - and
two- family dwellings so that the citizens of the City of Spokane Valley will be protected
from lighting applications that trespass their property and interfere with the quiet
enjoyment of their property.
Thank you for your consideration.
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May 13, 2008
Mayor Munson,
Council Members
On September 11 2007, I commented on the previous Council's September 5th,
closed session.
Those comments are still valid today, 8 months later.
I would like to remind the council —
1. North Greenacres residents paid for and received approval for a 11
zone change.
2. The Planning Commission recommended approval of that zone change.
3. There was ample and supportive input from citizens — 700 to be exact.
4. The 10,000 SQF lots still meet GMA requirements.
At that same closed meeting Councilman Munson made a comment that raised
yet another red flag. His point at that time was simply, why not approve the R3-5
zone and let the process of higher density happen naturally via Title 19 of the City
Code.
The Councils vision for North Greenacres is not going to be easily achieved with
language buried in the Code that nullifies public perception.
I would ask the Council to:
1. Allow North Greenacres a moral victory and begin the process to restore
the zoning previously approved and paid for.
2. Remove the language (including corner touches and property located
across a public right -of -way) in Title 19.30.030.
3. Give instead of take. The path of least resistance is by protecting
existing property owners. Fence their property, improve their value,
help protect their lifestyle and mitigate their sense of loss.
Pete Miller
18124 E Mission
Greenacres, WA 99016
North Greenacres
Neighborhood Planning
May 13, 2008
Honorable Mayor Munson and Councilmembers,
Action: Restore R -2 zoning to North Greenacres Neighborhood as recommended by the Planning
Commission and supported by the majority of the neighborhood.
Our neighborhood Planning Committee met on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 and gave their support
for the restoration of 10,000 sq. ft. lots and has asked you to remember the copious testimony our
neighborhood painstakingly gave over the last 4 years.
Please restore the 10,000 sq. ft. lots that I believe is now called R -2 .
We submit to you today, all the public records of every citizen that has spoke and petitioned the
City Council for relief since 2004. Everyone believes land owners should have a choice. We
would like our choice of 10,000 sq. ft. lots respected. More than the 51% minimum, we turned in
over 70% of the areas landowners signatures in favor of larger lot sizes. Rescinding that process
was unethical and we thank you for welcoming a new discussion and a new day of opportunity.
Prime Reason to Zone North Greenacres 10,000 sq. ft. lots is protection of this uniquely
situated area over our sole source aquifer and our geographic isolation
Between the river and the freeway.
North Greenacres Neighborhood sits above the deepest and fastest moving part of the aquifer. It
should be protected due to it's vulnerability to pollution of the aquifer.
Washington Water Resources confirmed the science of what I am stating about our area.
The Spokane/R.athdrum Prairie Aquifer study that was just completed, was largely a quantitative
study — it was not focused on measuring quantity, how much water but not the quality of the
water..
Spokane Valley should take the lead in mapping the vulnerable areas of the aquifer as is done in
Ireland and other progressive areas of the United States and Europe.
This process is called Land - Surface Zoning for Groundwater Protection (See Attached —
study by B. ADAMS, Hydrogeology Group, British Geological Survey. )
It is to protect water against both point and diffuse pollution .
It is time we move from a political model of protecting our aquifer to factual analysis.
Adopting Low Impact Development Standards, leaving less of an urban foot print is more
than desirable — it is the duty we owe the next generation. These are the characteristics of
our neighborhood.
1. Garrison Gravely Loam is our soil type. This makes our area is prone to
contamination from surface sources.
2. Garrison Gravelly Loam means it is very porous and everything runs through it very
quickly. Pollutants pass into the aquifer more readily since they don't stay in the soil
very long leaving little time for microbial action for clean up.
3. We are located next to the Spokane River and over the deepest part of the aquifer as
well as the part that has the most transmissivity — that means that the water moves
rapidly through here — More prone to contamination.
High Transmissivity means this is a very vulnerable area of the aquifer.
4. The aquifer and the river exchange water along our neighborhood, meaning river
pollution and aquifer pollution are exchanged into both bodies of water.
Steps to protect our aquifer and this area is to have larger lot sizes — 10,000 sq. ft. lots.
Reduce the numbcr of roads — impervious surface and roads create significant sources of
contaminations — hydrocarbons, oils, zinc, copper. Etc.
While other large cities are in hind sight noting the pollution of their waters due to increased
impervious surface and are belatedly having to take steps — we should be proactive.
We cannot put our trust in minimum standards and soft policy language that states in critical areas
that we will endeavor so we protect our legal backsides while sacrificing real standards. Typically,
clean up is 30 — 40% than the cost of prevention.
You have made no ordinances to reduce number of roads a high source of pollutants —
street improvements that make sense that are within the purview of the Public works
Director are ignored since everything is strictly by the minimum standard book. It is naive
to believe that swales and sewers are the entire answer. Cumulatively, we must utilize
many strategies.
Concurrency should include the ability to maintain our roads. We have created many new
public roads and we have a S7 million dollar deficit in maintenance of our streets.
The transportation impacts of Liberty Lake , the Barker Bridge repair that is going to take out
our ability to enter and leave this area to the north, and the increased traffic as the freeway is
overcrowded and people desiring to get to the new Kohl's, Lowe's and even Walmart will
bring even more traffic through our neighborhood.
The City has failed to show outside traffic impacts traveling through our neighborhood and
the traffic impact to Broadway and Sullivan.
1. Where is the transportation analysis that shows the impacts from just outside of
Spokane Valley and the impacts to the rest of our streets with increased density.
Providing street improvements in front of a development while the rest of the roads
are eroded is unjust. Simply counting cars at intersection is not adequate in assessing
impacts. The city must show that we can take care of the anticipated increased traffic
on our streets. We have a finite ability to grow in this area due to its geography. We
see children playing the streets, and dangerous intersections created in order to build
one more house creating visibility problems.
Respectfully submitted,
Mrs. Mary Pollard
North Greenacres Neighborhood Chairwoman
Planning Committee Members: James Pollard
Diane Johnson
Erica Johnson
Laurel & Bob Ladd
Darlene and Dick Snyder
Alice Beattie
John Patrouch
Nancy (Pete) Miller
Jan Austin
Kurt Parker
Alden and Gail Sherrodd
Land- Surface Zoning for Groundwater Protection
• 13. ADAMS, MSc, CGeol, FGS * *Hydroeeoloe,y Group, British Geo!ot:ieal
Survey.,
• S. S. D. FOSTER, DSc, CEng, MICE, CGeol, FGS (Fellow)*
A procedure for land- surface zoning, related to the protection of groundwater against
both point and diffuse pollution, is described. The procedure is based upon two
independent elements:
(i) Division of the entire land surface.on the basis of the aquifer pollution vulnerability,
which relates to protection of groundwater resources; and
(ii) A series of special protection areas for individual sources, in which various
potentially polluting activities are either prohibited or strictly controlled.
The procedure is hydrogeologically based, but not so complex as to be unworkable in
practice. For resource protection three classes of formation type are defined, with a
further subdivision on the basis of depth to saturated aquifer. In the case of diffuse
pollution, it will also be necessary to consider the nature of the soil cover in the area
where the polluting activity occurs. For source protection, up to four special protection
areas are specified, and the criteria used to define them are discussed.
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pressures that groundwater may be subject to in
a particular area
This will necessarily require
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use with respect to potential
for qualitative or quantitative
impacts, for example;
- agriculture (nitrates)
- urban (hydrocarbons,
solvents)
Future
Geological Survey
of Northern Ireland
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ENVIRONMENT
AND HERITAGE
SERVICE
May 13, 2008
RE: Zoning of North Greenacres Neighborhood.
Restore zoning of North Greenacres to 10,000 square feet lots.
Dear Mayor Munson and Council Members,
We have been home owners in "Hidden Valley ", Mission and Arc Road, since October 2006. We
purposely bought a larger lot because of its spacious qualities which are desirable for raising a
family and for providing privacy. We were more than willing to pay extra money to own a
larger lot of about 11,350 square feet, just under a' 'A acre. We are excited to have more land to
plant /grow plenty of vegetation and to have some privacy, "room to "breath ".
When looking for our new home we were discouraged and overwhelmed by the frequency of
small Tots, all about 6,000 square feet. This seemed to be the new "standard ". These lots only
have about 15 -20 feet of backyard. The neighbor's are right at your backdoor step staring in
your windows, no privacy, and provided no room for a growing family to play. This "standard"
for new homes just makes the neighborhoods look crowded and crammed together, forcing the
children to play in the streets.
Visitors to our neighborhood should not have a first impression of "how many houses can be
crammed into one street ". How is a homeowner supposed to have some privacy from neighbors
and also be able to enjoy a spacious flourishing backyard if a larger lot is not even an option? I
believe this is why you see so many children playing in their front yards and the streets. The
backyards barely have enough room for a lawn yet alone a swing set! What about the safety of
children?
There are also environmental concerns regarding smaller lots. There will be more houses,
driveways, and roads per a given area. This additional cover could affect the ability for surface
water to effectively recharge the aquifer. The use of storm water retention ponds and dry wells
are unsightly and can act as a breeding ground for insects. In addition drywells can provide a
direct route for chemicals to contaminate our aquifer.
I know that my neighbors have worked extremely hard for the advancement of a neighborhood
park and are always encouraging to continue an impressive quality of life for our area, in our
area. The decision of the City Council should never have been rescinded in 2007. Please correct
this and restore the zoning of North Greenacres Neighborhood to 10,000 square feet lots. Stop
the "straight jacket" approach to zoning!
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or comments.
Thank you for you time.....
Sincerely,
Rick & Laura Weingarz
1813 N. Arc Road
Spokane Valley, WA 99016
509 -230 -1816
May 12 2008 12:21PM HP LRSERJET FAX
May 12, 2008
City of Spokane Valley
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Subject: Lot Size & Price Comparisons
To Whom It May Concern:,
In today's market place, the cost of entry level homes in and around the City of Spokane
Valley are becoming few and far between and most of.the reason is the cost of the lots.
As a developer of land and supplier of lots to area builders we have the pressure from the
builders to supply low cost lots, that can be built with homes that fit the market place.
The market place is showing that lower entry level homes are the ones that are selling
currently, and the market has already reduced its purchasing of new and used homes by
almost 42% over previous time periods and has shown that larger priced homes have a
much longer time on the market prior to sale if they do selL
If the lot size is increased to 10,000 square feet as a minimum then the cost of each lot
goes up, as fewer lots are produced from an acre that are now approaching costs from .
$90,000.00 to $125,000.00 per acre for raw Land, The acre still takes the same amount of
sewer pipe, water pipe, electrical, same amount of curbs and sidewalks to complete a plat
that can be built. Now you have fewer lots to recoup your expenses and make a profit.
1 have attached a list of recent sales in the City of Spokane Valley, showing the size and
cost of each lot with in a subdivision.. As you can see the larger lots have the biggest
price tag, which means the builder has to build a larger home on them to recoup the cost
he has just paid for the lot.
Alt across America the land costs are increasing and the lots are getting smaller.. How
can we in the City of Spokane Valley say that this is not going to happen in our city? Are
we immune to the national wend? We do not think so. As land becomes more scarce, the
seller of the remaining land that is left just raise the prices and guess what happens than.
Has anyone in the city seen what size lots they now have in the Seattle area to build on?
As the land is bought up the remaining parcels go up in price and to recoup the price of
the land the lots have to get smaller or they do not sell.
Atch:. Comparison
Lots N Land
Lots N Land L.L.C.
122 N. Raymond Road, Suite 3 Spokane, Washington 99208 (509) 924 -1211 Fax (509) 922 -0195
p. 2
05/12/2008 MON 12:03 [JOB NO. 8565) 0002
Maa 12 2008 12:21PM HP LASERJET FAX
Lot sales in the 7,000 to 8,500 square foot approximate size
1. Greenacres Valley Estates - seventeen lot sale on 08 -10 -2007 for $884,000- for an
average of $52,000- per lot.
2. Flora Meadows- 48 lot sale on 05-07 -2007 for $2,200,280- which averages
545,839- per lot. .
3. Flora Estates- 5 lot sale on 05 -2007. for $251,41d0- with an average price of
550,280- per lat.
4. McMillan Estates- 9 lot sale on 04-30 -2007 for $$04,280- for an average price of •
$56,031 - per sate.
5. Sonata Springs- 43 lot sale on 03-09 -2007 for $20021,000- which equates to an
average selling price of 547,000- per lot.,
Lot sales over 8,500 square feet
1. Twin Bridges First Addition- eleven lot sale on 07 -23 -2007 for S709,775 for an
average of $64,525 - per lot. These parcels range 'Ford about 12,000 - to 18,000
square feet in size.
Atoll;
Comparison: M of 5/7/2008
2. Brigadoon Addition- 38 1t sale on 01 -16 -2007 foci $1.184,280- for an average price
Of $65,800 -- per lat.
3. "Spot" lot sale at 12020 E. 21 Ave. Spokane Vall (lot 9, block 7, Hillcrest Park
ls) sold for $65,000- on 03 -31 -2006. This site is20,193 square feet in size.
4. 2312 S Meadowvie■ Rd (lot 6, block 1, Saltese i f t ) sold for $62,$00- on 10 -26-
• 2006. This parcel is 17,624 square feet in size.
. 5. 11202 E Aspen 1.n (lot 26, block 2, Mica View Etates sold for $71,400- on 11 -02-
• 2006. This lot is 28,214 square•feet in size.
6. Fraser Estates 2 a three lot sale for $165,000- on 06 -15 -2007 for an average
sales price of $55,000- per lot. These lots averag0 about 10,750 square feet in size.
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From: Sue Passmore
Sent: Tuesday, May 06, 2008 8:01 AM
To: City Council; Dave Mercier, Mike Jackson; Chris Bainbridge; Kathy McClung; Greg McCormick
Subject: FW: Letter to City Council re: rezone of North Greenacres
From: 49cadzook @comcast.net [mailto:49cadzook @comcast.net]
Sent: Monday, May 05, 2008 7:27 PM
To: City Hall
Subject: Letter to City Council re: rezone of North Greenacres
Page 1 of 1
Spokane Valley City Council Members:
Please add this letter to public testimony re: North Greenacres rezone.
Please restore the zoning in the North Greenacres area to the 10,000 square foot lots that was previously agreed
to. The majority of residents asked for this repeatedly in the past. Consider that the resident landowners should have
some say in the direction of their neighborhoods and city.
Please give greater diligence to overseeing construction projects to protect the rights of the residents. Do not
allow the developers to disregard the existing residents as happened on Baldwin at Flora and along Flora, where the grade
of the road was never blended into the existing grades. Unearthed rocks are still lying along the right of way, and it has
up to the residents to repair damage left by the contractors. One landowner on Flora told me he used to be able
tcaw to the edge of the road, but cannot now as it is too rough and uneven. Residents on Indiana have endured many
water main bursts due to developers tapping into the main and performing substandard work that they inspect
themselves. You can check with the water district, but I believe they have had eleven breaks there, some with flooding to
residences.
Again, please restore the decision to zone to 10,000 square foot Lots to allow growth more closely matching the
original density.
Sincerely,
Alden and Gail Sherrodd
17315 E. Montgomery
Spokane Valley, WA 99016
(509) 922 -0608
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