2023-03-09 PC APPROVED SIGNED MINUTESMeeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Council Chambers — City Hall
March 9, 2023
I. Planning Commission Chair Karl Gramath called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The
meeting was held in person and via ZOOM meetings.
IL The Commissioners, staff, and audience stood for the Pledge Of Allegiance.
III. Administrative Assistant Marianne Lemons took attendance, and the following members and
staff were present:
Susan Delucchi
Tony Beattie, City Senior Deputy Attorney
Val Dimitrov
Chaz Bates, Planning Manager
Karl Gramath
Levi Basinger, Planner
Walt IIaneke
Greg Bingamin, IT Specialist
Bob McKinley
Marianne Lemons, Administrative Assistant
Nancy Miller
Daniel Wilson
IV. AGENDA: Commissioner Hcnaeke moved to approve the agenda for March 9, 2023 as
presented There was no discussion. The vote on the inotion was seven in favor, zero against
and the motion passed.
V. MINUTES: Connnissioner Delucchi moved to approve the February 9, 2023 minutes cis
presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against
and the motion passed
VI. COMMISSION REPORTS: Commissioner Haneke and Commissioner Miller commented
the HB 1110 is moving through legislation and encouraged the Planning Commission to
continue to track its progress.
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Planning Manager Chaz Bates stated that an open house
was held to discuss the City's plan to address homeless issues within the City limits. He also
mentioned that the City has implemented a multi -factor authentication program for all City
email addresses. He informed the Planning Commission that they would be receiving
instructions and the proper hardware for accessing their email.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
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a. Study Session: 2023 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Planner Levi Basinger gave a staff report. He explained that the Growth Management Act
(GMA) allows local jurisdictions to consider amendments to their Comprehensive Plans once
a year. The City received one proposed site -specific map amendment during the application
timeframe.
Mr. Basinger stated that the applicant/owner of the proposed property change is the City of
Spokane Valley. The requested amendment is to change the zoning from Single -Family
Residential (SFR) and Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Parks, Recreation, & Open Space
(P/OS). The amendment will expand the P/OS zone by 23.9 acres.
Mr. Basinger stated that the area is identified in the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The
change will provide new park space for residents in an area of the City that is lacking in park
space. The proposed use is compatible with surrounding uses. The change will also preserve
open space in the flood plain/critical areas. He stated that the City has determined that the
site is not conducive for building but will serve well as park/open space land.
Commissioner Haneke asked about surrounding parks in the area and why the area is
considered "lacking" in parks and open space. Mr. Basinger answered that the City's Parks
& Recreation Department has a level of service of 3.25 acres of park space for every 1000
residents. Based on the level of services, the Parks department has determined that this area
is deficient according to that level. (Plants Ferry Park is two miles away from the proposed
change but that park is in Spokane County and does not count towards the level of service for
the City.)
Commissioner Delucchi asked if the property was donated specifically for park space. Mr.
Bates answered that it was donated with the intention of being used as park space.
Commissioner Haneke commented that it makes sense to use the property as park space
because it's not really suited to any other use. However, the additional park space will create
an additional financial burden to the City in maintenance and development.
Commissioner Wilson asked if an environmental impact study has been performed on the
property. Mr. Basinger responded that the City did a State Environmental Policy Act review
specifically on the land use change. It was determined that there is no significant impact
based on the change of use. A more in-depth impact study will be performed at the time of
development.
Commissioner Dimitrov asked if there is a definitive park development plan and timeline for
the property. Mr. Basinger answered that that there is no specific park plan or proposed
timeline yet.
The public hearing for this item will be held on April 13, 2023.
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X. GOOD OF THE ORDER: Commissioner McKinley stated that he would like a quantified
home price for "affordable housing." Commissioner Delucchi stated that she is teaching a
class on Traumatic Stress Disorder beginning in April at the Elks Lodge.
XL ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley moved to adjourn the meeting at 6: 33 p. m.
The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
Karl Granrath, Chairman
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Marianne Lemons, Secretary
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