2023, 07-25 Formal MeetingMINUTES
City of Spokane Valley
City Council Regular Meeting
Formal Format
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
Mayor Haley called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. The meeting was held in person by Council and staff in
the Great Room at CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, and also
remotely via Zoom meeting.
Attendance:
Councilmembers Staff
Pam Haley, Mayor John Hohman, City Manager
Rod Higgins, Deputy Mayor Erik Lamb, Deputy City Manager
Tim I lattenburg, Councilmember Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Laura Padden, Councilmember John Bottelli, Parks & Recreation Director
Brandi Peetz, Councilmember
Gloria Mantz, City Engineer
Ben Wick, Councilmember
Tony Beattie, Sr. Deputy City Attorney
Arne Woodard, Councilmember
John Whitehead, Human Resources Director
Bill Helbig, Community & PW Director
Mike Basinger, Economic Dev. Director
Others in attendance:
Dave Ellis, Police Chief
Kelly Konkright, Attorney
Emily Estes -Cross, Public Information Officer
Chaz Bates, Planning Manager
Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Levi Basinger, Planner
Virginia Clough, Legislative Policy Coordinator
Nikki Kole, IT Specialist
Marci Patterson, City Clerk
INVOCATION: In the absence of a pastor, a few minutes of silence were observed.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council, staff and the audience stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL City Clerk Patterson called the roll; all Councihnembers were present
APPROVAL OF AGENDA It was moved by Deputy Mayor Higgins, seconded and zrnanimously agreed
to approve the agenda.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS n/a
COUNCILMEM13ER REPORTS
Councilmember Wick: said he attended the Cycle Celebration over the weekend and handed out helmets to
children in attendance. He attended the car show over the weekend as well.
Councilmember Woodard: said he also attended the Steering Committee of Elected Officials meeting and
thanked Mr. Chaz Bates for all his work on the committee; attended the HCDAC meeting and reviewed
funding and grant allocations.
Councilmember Hattenburg: said he attended the STA (Spokane Transit Authority) events for the new bus
line and noted there are additional stops being added.
Couneilmernber Peetz: said she attended the CRAVE event all three nights and noted the event was well
attended; she provided an update on Washington Traffic Safety Commission meeting noting traffic fatalities,
the lack of continuing driving education and an effort on increase illuminated streets to enhance the road for
drivers.
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Councilmember Padden: said she attended the Spokane Regional Law and Justice focus groups are
continuing to meet and will provide a detailed update when they have more information.
Deputy Mayor 1-liggins: reported he went to the Buick Club of America car show and was able to hand out
the Mayor's Choice Award as Mayor Haley was unable to attend.
MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Haley reported that she attended the Great Northwest Gathering car show and
handed out the Mayor's Choice Award. The Mayor also read a statement regarding a recent incident that
happened at one of the community churches. She noted that the city strives to keep our community safe,
healthy and vibrant and that it is of vital importance to our council that we're welcoming and respectful of
the many residents that call Spokane Valley home. We are a community of opportunity where individuals
and families can grow and play, and businesses flourish and prosper. Spokane Valley is an inclusive city ,
where all are welcome and discrimination is not tolerated.
PROCLAMATIONS: National Night Out
Mayor Haley read the proclamation for National Night Out.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY:
After Mayor Haley explained the process, she invited public comments. Ms. Barb Howard,_ Spokane Valley:
spoke about a concern with the building going on in the area and that it may lead to a lack of water supply
and spoke on the need for more to be done with junk vehicles in her neighborhood. She questioned if there
was still going to be a National Night Out event as she had not seen any sign-up sheets from SCOPE. Ms.
Pam Marlow Spokane Valley: spoke about a drug house on Bowdish and that she would like to thank
whoever lead the clean-up efforts. She is also concerned about the junk vehicles in the neighborhood as there
are children that play in the area, and she is concerned about their safety. Reverend Gen Ha wood S okane
Valley: spoke about a hateful behavior that her church .incurred and thanked staff for the statement made this
evening but would have liked notification about the statement prior to it being read. Mr. Lee Boling, Spokane
Cow: spoke about a request for an ORV Ordinance to be adopted within the City of Spokane Valley that
would allow the use of ORV's and side by sides on our streets. Ms. Emilie Braxton, Cheney WA: spoke
about a concern with the paranormal cirque at the Valley Mall. She does not believe that such an activity
should be taking place at a family friendly location and will no longer support the mall. Mr. Dan Allison,
Spokane Valley: spoke about riding the STA bus line from the Valley to downtown witb Councihnember
Ilattenburg and would like to do so again and this time ride to Cheney; he also spoke about supporting the
local events and car shows and that he has better ways to remove graffiti than what is currently being done.
Mr. Mike Weissenfels, Spokane Valley: spoke about a potential use for the Flora Park property as a
conservation area and wildlife sanctuary.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Consent A e� Consists of items considered routine which are approved as a group. Any member of
Council may ask that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda to be considered separately.
Proposed Motion: 1' move to approve the Consent A egda.
a. Approval of Claim Vouchers on July 25, 2023, Request for Council Action Form: $1,668,337.58
b. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending July 15, 2023. $528,248.28
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Higgins, seconded and unanimously agreed to approve the ConsentAgenda.
2. Resolution 23-009 Declaring City Council intention and comnitinent tooperate a local homeless housin
program and assume control of available recording fees Erik Lamb, Chelsic Taylor, Gloria Mantz
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Higgins and seconded to (1) pass Resolution No. 23-009 declaring City
Council's intention and commitment to operate a local homeless housing program, (2) authorize the City
Manager to take such action necessary to begin operation of such homeless housing program, including
sending a copy of Resolution No. 23-009 to Spokane County, and (3) authorize the creation of and hiring
for an additional accountantposition. Mr. Lamb opened the discussion and provided background regarding
previous action Council had taken. He also discussed the proposed resolution meeting statutory requirements
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to declare the City Council's intention and commitment to operate a local homeless and housing program
and that in order to develop the plan, assist the task force and administer the recording fees that there would
be a need for an additional FTE in the finance department. Mayor Haley invited public comment. Ms. Barb
Howard, Spokane Valley: was concerned that the growth of the community may cause more homelessness.
Linda Klesch, Spokane Valley; questioned the number of homeless currently in the Valley that are from the
Valley. Vote by acclamation: in favor^: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried
3. Motion Consideration: Urban Consortium CDBG Cooperation Agreement -- Erik Lamb Gloria Mantz
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Higgins and seconded to authorize City Manager to execute the Cooperation
Agreement for CDBG and related funds in substantially the form provided Ms. Mantz, City Engineer
provided the requirements necessary for the agreement and the background on the CDBG Cooperation
Agreement, Ms. Mantz also addressed some of the previous questions Council had regarding the funding,
the number of representatives from the city of Spokane Valley in section 17 of the agreement. Ms. Mantz
also reviewed additional language that was added to the agreement to allow for some additional flexibility
in funding for the city. The council discussed the current agreement presented and agreed it was best to move
forward with the agreement as it is presented. Mayor Haley invited public comments. No comments were
offered. Vote by acclamation: infavor.- unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
4. Spokane Coun Emer enc Mana ement Vir' inia. Clou h Chandra Fox
Ms. Clough presented a brief overview of the current emergency management program update that she is
working on and then introduced Ms. Chandra Fox, Spokane County Emergency Management Deputy
Director who provided a detailed report of the Spokane County Emergency Management Program. She
reviewed the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery as
well as an overview of the emergency management team that serves Spokane County. Ms. CIough pointed
out that she is currently working with Ms. Fox and developing an updated emergency management plan for
the City of Spokane Valley and follow up at a later meeting with a draft plan to present to council.
5. Camp Plan Amendment 23-01, City Initiated Map Amendment — Levi Basinger
Planner Basinger explained about the one, City -initiated reap amendment, which proposes to change the area
in question from single family residential and neighborhood commercial, to parks, recreation and open
space; that this particular area lacks park space and this would provide new park space for area residents;
and the proposed change is compatible with existing land use and properties; and he reiterated the Planning
Commission's conditions of recommended approval. There was Council consensus to move forward as
proposed.
Mayor Haley called for a recess at 7:46 p.m.; she reconvened the meeting at 7:56 p.m.
6. Council Bud et Goals for 2024 — John Hohman
City Manager Hohman provided an outline of goals that council discussed at the 2024 budget workshop in
June. Mr. Hohman stated the top priority listed was public safety, followed by pavement preservation,
transportation and infrastructure, economic development, and communications. Council discussed the
priorities and provided additional details for the goals. There was Council consensus to move forward as
proposed.
7. ADU Re ulation U date CTA 2023-0002—Lori Barlow
Senior Planner Lori Barlow presented an overview on the background of the CTA-2023-0002 as it was a
city -initiated code text amendment to eliminate the requirement that the property owner occupy the primary
dwelling unit or the ADU. Amendments to Titles 17 through 24 SVMC require the Planning Commission
to review the proposed change and provide a recommendation to City Council. Ms. Barlow provided
information from the Planning Commission that was discussed at their public hearing. Ms. Barlow noted
that it was recommended by the Planning Commission to deny CTA-2023-0002 for various reasons she
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Outlined, Council discussed the various reasons and the recommendation from the Planning Conitnission,
There Was 110t COIISCIISLIS to move the CTA-2023-0002 forward.
p _dx,ttq_pn the "13 lake Fix" ---- Erik Lamb I . . . . . . . . . . . . guy Beattie, Chief Ellis
Senior Deputy City Attorney Tony Beattie provided COL11161 with an update on the current "Blake Fix" that
iIICJUded a detailed background on the Washington State Supreme COLIft Riling as well. as an overview of SB
5536 which makes it a gross misdemeanor to 1) knowingly possess cotuiterfeit and controlled substances;
or 2) knowingly use Counterfeit and controlled substances in a public place. However, section 16 of SB 5536,
which repeals the requirement for law enforcement officers to make referrals for those being arrested. For
possession twice prior to making an arrest, does not go into effect until August 15, 2023. Mr. Lamb followed
Lip with a review of the biggest issues ofthe SB 5536 with the effective dates and the notice requirements,
COL11161 discussed their concerns with the bill and that drug possession was a felony previously and the
penalties were more significant. Council questioned if 11101'e could be: done by law enforcement or the
legislature to change any Of the current penalties,
9. RAVE Foundation Soccer Mini Pitch - John Bottelli
Parks and Rec Director John Bottefli discussed the RAVE Foundation soccer mini pitch prQjcct. The mini
pitch will be located at Balfour Park by 2026wheu the World CLIJ) COMCS to Washington State, The Sounders
RAVE, Foundation wants to build 26 Of the mini fields in the state. The Foundation is making an
announcement at the worrien's world cut) watch party tomorrow we will be the first irfini pitch in the area.
There was Council consensus to move forward as proposed.
10. Advance Agenda —Ma!yqKj q1ey
Deputy Mayor Higgins suggested the ORV usage be added to the advance agenda.
INF011MATION ONLY
The (11) Fire Department Monthly Report, and the (12) Department Monthly Reports were for infortuation
only and were not reported or discussed.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
There were no further Council corruuents.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
Mr. Holtman said the graffiti clean-up day was a success and that there would be furtfiei- planning for another
event in the fal I. He thanked SCOPE and the VOILIIItCel-S for their hard work and cleanup efforts. Mr. I lohnian
also inentioned that there would not be a meeting next Tuesday evening as it is National Night Out and
council would be attending the various open house events that Tuesday evening. Mr, Hohman closed by
stating that the State of the City would be the following day and we were looking forward to a sold out event
to showcase out- city,
ATTEST:
Marti iCerson, City Clerk
Pam Haley, yor
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WHEREAS: National Night Out was founded in 1981 by Matt Peskin, Executive Director of
the National Association of Town Watch; and was established in 1984 with
funding from. the Bureau, of Justice Assistance, U.S. Department of Justice as a
critne prevention program that emphasizes building a partnership between the
police and the community; arid
WHEREAS: Matt Peskin's dedication to the development, maintenance, arid, promotion of
community watch programs led to the creation of the highly successful National
Night Out, which takes place annually on the first Tuesday of August; and
WHEREAS: The National Niglit Out campaign provides an opportunity for city neighbors to
take part in National Night Out along with over 38 million other neighbors across
.16 thousand communities from. all 50 states, U.S. territories and military bases
toorldwide; and
WHEREAS: National Night Out is a community -building campaign that prornotes police -
community partnerships arid neighborhood camaraderie to make our
neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live arid work; and
WHEREAS: Neighbors in our city will be assisting the local law enforcement agency through
cornmunity-building efforts as they join to support National Night Out; and
WHEREAS: We support, applaud, arid look forward to this annual event where neighbors
can come together -with police and work together to build a safer, niore caring
community.
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Pam Haley, Mayor of the City of Spokarte Valley, on behalf of the
Spokane Valley City Council and the citizens of the City of Spokane Valley, do hereby
proclaim Tuesday, August 1, 2023, as
in, the City of Spokane Valley, and I urge our citizens to Join in the celebration of and support
.for National Night OuL
Signed this 251r� day of July, 2023.
Pam Haley, Mayor
C'ICITY OF11 4001
kipoKane
Revised: July 18, 2023
The City of Spokane Valley strives to keel) our community safe, healthy, and
vibrant. It's of vital importance to our City Council that we're: welcoming and
respectful of the many residents that call Spokane Valley home, as well as the
visitors who come here to enjoy all that our city has to offer.
These principles are reflected in our city's vision statement: A community of
opportunity where individuals and families can grow and play, and businesses
flourish and prosper. These principles were reinforced by City Council in 2017,
when we unanimously declared Spokane Valley an inclusive city, where all are
welcome and discrimination is not tolerated.
Actions against people or property that are harmful or perceived as hateful are
not indicative of the community as weknow it and want it to remain. People come
to Spokane Valley because it's inviting, and stay here because it's friendly. The
Spokane Valley City Council is committed to keeping it that way.
For more info: Emily Estes -Cross (P110) Direct 509-720-5411 - Cell 509-992-5452 - eestes-cross@spokanevaIley.org
I am writing to you to ask for your help in adopting Washington laws as they pertain to
Wheeled All -Terrain Vehicles. Spokane County just adopted these laws by Ordinance
22-0788 on November 29, 2022. 1 am including a few sites to visit for more
detail. Washington State refers to these as Wheeled All -Terrain Vehicles (WATV).
am always amazed that I have a vehicle that costs in excess of $28,000 to $38,000,
which is fully street legal by state laws with seatbelts, doors and a roll bar, but could not
be used in the City of Spokane Valley, yet I can drive down Sprague during rush hour
and see a "neighborhood conveyance vehicle" (golf cart) running in the outside lane
without lights, turn signals or a license. The driver of the WATV must also have a valid
driver's license. I was a Sergeant with the WSP when the golf cart law changed to allow
their use. I am asking you and your fellow Councilmembers to fall in line with other
counties and cities and accept the laws from 2014 and guidelines for WATV (side by
side) vehicles. Sheriff John Nowels and I have visited about the law change and I know
he supported the county ordinance.
Let me start by explaining this was new as I bought my first Polaris General 1000 four
seater in April of 2021. 1 started researching Idaho and Washington laws after seeing
people and law enforcement riding on city streets in Pullman. I soon learned that most
counties and a large number of cities allow their use per RCW 46.09.455 and RCW
46.09.457. The requirements are very straightforward requiring most of the same
vehicle standards and equipment as on other passenger cars, to include lights, horns,
seatbelts, windshields or goggles, muffler/spark arrestors, mirrors etc. These vehicles
are also limited to roadways with speed limits of 35 mph or less as provided by in the
laws. The vehicle is required, prior to licensing, to have a certified inspection by an auto
mechanic or WATV shop. The shop charges a fee up to $50 per vehicle for this service
as provided for by law. Most insurance companies offer an incentive for people taking a
safe rider course for these vehicles much like the ones for motorcycle riders.
purchased my WATV, brought it home and purchased everything to make it street
legal per RCW. I spent hundreds of dollars and many hours of time to ensure the
inspection and licensing would be flawless. My son purchased a more expensive
WATV at the same time and licensed his in Pullman where he lives. Much to my
surprise when I went to license my vehicle, the tax bill was substantially higher for my
cheaper vehicle. I expected a little difference as our general tax rate is slightly higher
than Whitman County. When I inquired about the large difference, I was informed that
Spokane County has an additional motor vehicle tax on new purchases. I have
purchased "on road" and "off road" tabs for my WA license.
After 42 years in law enforcement, with 25 years on the Washington State Patrol in and
around the greater Spokane area, I have studied the new 2014 laws completely. These
vehicles have to follow the same rules, but many are even more restrictive. You must
have a driver's license. You can get a ticket for "all" rules of the road violations. These
vehicles have tires that only have 9-20 Ibs of pressure so they will not damage
roadways. I see many benefits from an ordinance or resolution allowing the use on
County and city roads of 35 mph or less, running to the store or post office, reduced
congestion (smaller vehicle), farmers and ranchers maintaining their fields and
equipment, travel to and from ORV parks and of course the occasional evening ride with
a spouse to watch a sunset.
also believe that they pollute a lot less than my other vehicles, since that is such a hot
topic these days. The WATV has a smaller motor (two cylinder) than my motorcycle
had, and way smaller than my wife's V-8 Cadillac or my 454-cubic inch
pickup. Although I have never seen any studies on this, I believe a reasonable person
could figure that out. Currently I can ride my licensed and insured WATV on county
roads until I hit the City of Spokane Valley roads. It would be very nice to continue to
ride to a restaurant or store without having to go home and get a car.
26 counties and 88 cities currently allow some form of WATV use on county and city
roads as of 1 /28/2021. Several Counties have not yet passed a county approval for
WATVs, but the Sheriffs in those counties refuse to have deputies enforce the WATVs
since it is legal in Washington. This includes Yakima County. I know there are multiple
ATVIWATV/UTV groups in the Inland Empire that support street use.
I am available to give testimony most of the time since I retired from Law Enforcement.
I am still a Fire Commissioner for Spokane County Fire District 8 and an elected
Precinct Committee Officer.
Lee C. Boling
6126 S Dearborn Road
Spokane, WA 99223
509-993-3443
AG Opinion:
COUNTIES —MOTOR VEHICLES —HIGHWAYS —ROADS AND STREETS —Authority Of Counties To Allow Use
Of Off -Road Vehicles And Wheeled All -Terrain Vehicles
RCW 46.09.360 authorizes counties to designate roads or highways to be suitable for use by off -road
vehicles, but excludes wheeled all -terrain vehicles from this authority. Counties derive authority to
authorize the use of wheeled all -terrain vehicles under RCW 46.09.455, which applies only to roads with
speed limits of 35 miles per hour or less. County authority to authorize the use of wheeled ail -terrain
vehicles Is therefore limited to roads with speed limits of 35 miles per hour or less.
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road use
To ride your WATV on approved public roads, streets and highways in permitted
counties you'll need a metal tag with an on -road tab.
If you've completed all the steps to modify your WATV for on -road use, we'll add
"modified for on -road use"' to the vehicle registration.
Note: If you're permanentlydisabled and meet the disabled pqjL Lq1giLgpg !�, you may
choose to have a disabled parking tab issued to your WATV instead of a regular on -
road yearly tab.
Make sure the vehicle has the following equipment installed. See RCW4(W9.457**:
• Head lamp — used whenever you're driving on a road. SeeRCW 46,37,030ani:146.37,040.
• Tail lamp, See 4'ZCW,.4,63_7.,_5.25.
2 Tail lamps —For utility -type vehicles. SeeR.CW 46,37.070.
• Stop larnp. See RCW 46372ft
• Reflectors. See RCW'46.37,060.
• Turn signals, Seel(CW 46,37,200 andRCW4(i 61.310.
• Brakes in working order,
• Mirror on left or right handlebar.
2 Mirrors — For raility-type vehicles, SeeRCVV'4(07A00,
• Horn or warning device. See RCW 4637,380,
• Spark arrester and muffling device, See.R(.W 4.609_47_0.
as Windshield. See RCW 4(13743 unless the driver wears glasses, goggles, or a face shield that
meets the requirements by the state patrol. See WAC 204-10-026.
• Scatbelts — For utility -type vehicles, SeeRC ' WSW - 4 ' 6 '.3 ' '1510,
'
2. Have a WA licensed WATV dealer or repair shop inspect the vehicle. They'll complete Part 1 and sign
the Wheeled All-'reirain VoliIiCle Road Use DoOlarati O'nghsh L'spelhol, hIn"Noo, audineyre) form.
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o Your safety Inspection cost can't be more than $50.
3. Take the following to avehicic hoc sin
o The Wheeled Ail -Terrain Vehicle Road Use Declaration form.
• A copy of the recciptshowing you paid for the inspection — attached to form.
• The vehicle's title — It your bank has the title, contact them to get it and the road use declaration
submitted
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ORDINANCE NO.22-0788
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SPOKANE
COUNTY, WASHINGTON PERTAINING TO USE OF WHEELED ALL -TERRAIN
VEHICLES
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Constitution and laws of the State of Washington, Spokane
County, Washington is a class A county duly organized and existing; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 36.01.030, the powers of Spokane County can only be
exercised through the Board of County Commissioners of Spokane County, Washington ("Board"
or "Board of County Commissioners"); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 36.32.120(6), the Board has the care of County property
and the management of County funds and business; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 46.09.455, persons may operate wheeled all -terrain
vehicles ("WATVs") on public roads within Spokane County only if the County adopts an
ordinance so approving the operation of WATVs; and
WHEREAS, after holding a public hearing on this matter, the Board finds that approving the
use of WATVs on public roads within Spokane County pursuant to chapter 46.09 RCW would be of
benefit to the County.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of
Spokane County, Washington as follows:
WHEELED ALL -TERRAIN VEHICLES
Purpose
The purpose of this chapter is to regulate the use of wheeled all -terrain vehicles (WATVs)
pursuant to chapter 46.09 RCW.
Applicability
This chapter shall apply to operation of wheeled all -terrain vehicles on county roads in
unincorporated areas of Spokane County, Washington,
Definitions
The definitions found in chapters 46.04 and 46.09 RCW, as now or hereafter amended, are
incorporated herein and apply to this chapter.
Authorized uses for wheeled all -terrain vehicles
Within unincorporated Spokane County:
1, A person may operate a wheeled all -terrain vehicle upon a segment of a state highway
listed in chapter 47.17 RCW that has a speed limit is thirty-five miles per hour or less,
2. A person may operate a wheeled all -terrain vehicle on a public roadway, not including
nonhighway roads and trails, having a speed Iunit of thirty-five miles per hour or less.
Other requirements
Any person who operates a wheeled all -terrain vehicle pursuant to this chapter must:
I. Meet all license, registration, permit, and other requirements set forth in chapter 46,09
RCW, as now or hereafter amended;
2. Carry proof of current liability insurance in compliance with, and with coverage lunits at
least equivalent to, the amounts set forth in chapter 46.29 RCW, as now or hereafter
amended;
3. Obey all local, state, and federal traffic laws, rules, and regulations, including but not
limited to rules of the road, traffic law or code, parking regulations, and road closures or
restrictions, unless otherwise expressly exempted by law; and
4. Obey all posted speed limits.
Violations and penalties
Any person who violates the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to penalty as provided in
chapter 46,09 RCW, as now or hereafter amended.
Severability
If any provision of this chapter or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid,
the remainder of the chapter or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances
shall not be affected,
[SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS]
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 29th day of November, 2022.
ATTEST:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
MARY L. KUNEY, Chair
AL FRENCH, Vice -Chair
Ginna Vasquez, Clerk of the Board JOSH KERNS, Commissioner
After visiting with Councilmember Ben Wick about the size of the Side by Sides, I
researched vehicle dimensions for some of the popular vehicles seen on the roads
today and included an average golf cart for reference.
Make
Height
(Inches)
Length
(Inches)
Wheelbase
(Inches)
Width
(Inches)
Polaris
4 Seater
75
150
113
62
Polaris
2 Seater
75
116
81
62
Prius
56
181
106
70
Mini Cooper
58
152
98
68
Smart Car
61
106
74
65
Jeep Patriot
65
173
103
69
Chevrolet
Impala
58
201
111
73
Golf Cart
67
105
65
36
AVERAGES
64
148
94
63