2024, 02-20 study session
AGENDA
SPOKANE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
STUDY SESSION FORMAT
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Remotely via ZOOM Meeting and
In Person at Spokane Valley City Hall, Council Chambers
10210 E. Sprague Ave.
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
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NOTE:Members of the public may attendSpokane Valley Council meetings in-person at the address
provided above, or via Zoom at the link below. Members of the public will be allowed to comment in-
person or via Zoom as described below. Public comments will only be accepted for those items noted on
the agenda as “public comment opportunity.” If making a comment via Zoom, comments must be received
by 4:00 pm the day of the meeting.
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PROCLAMATION:
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY: This is an opportunity for the public to speak on any
subject except agenda action items, as public comments will be taken on those items where indicated. Please
keep comments to matters within the jurisdiction of the City Government. This is not an opportunity for questions
or discussion. Diverse points of view are welcome but please keep remarks civil. Remarks will be limited to
three minutes per person. If a person engages in disruptive behavior or makes individual personal attacks
regarding matters unrelated to City business, then the Council and/or Mayor may end that person’s public
comment time before the three-minute mark. To comment via zoom: use the link above for oral or written
comments as per those directions. To comment at the meeting in person: speakers may sign in to speak but it
is not required. A sign-in sheet will be provided at the meeting.
PRESENTATION:
1. Presentation - Lower Snake River Dam Preservation – Virginia Clough, Dan Wilson, Chelsea Martin
and Kyle England
ACTION ITEMS:
2. Second Reading: Ordinance 24-001 Amending Planning Commission Meeting
Requirements – Tony Beattie
3. Resolution 24-003- Planning Commission meeting location – Tony Beattie
\[public comment opportunity\]
NON-ACTION ITEMS:
4. Admin Report: RCO Grant Update, Flora Park – John Bottelli
5. Admin Report: 2024 Capital Improvement Projects – Erica Amsden & Robert Lochmiller
6. Admin Report: Street Vacation (STV-2024-0001) – Lori Barlow
7. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley
Council Agenda February 20, 2024 Page 1 of 2
COUNCIL COMMENTS
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Pending Litigation \[RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)\] & Potential Acquisition of Real
Estate \[RCW 42.30.110(1)(b)\].
(Proposed motion: I move Council adjourn into executive session for approximately 30 minutes to discuss
pending litigation and to discuss potential acquisition of real estate, and that no action will be taken upon
return to open session.)
ADJOURN
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: February 20, 2024 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
informationadmin. reportpending legislationexecutive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:Lower Snake River DamPreservation
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: N/A
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: None
BACKGROUND:
The City of Spokane Valley recently joined Greater Spokane, Inc. (GSI) and other regional
partners in submitting testimony to U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers and the U.S. House
Energy and Commerce Committee in support of maintaining the Columbia River System including
the Lower Snake River dams.
The City Council asked for more information, so we have invited some of our community partners
to provide a brief presentation on the benefits of the Lower Snake River dams and the importance
of hydropower in our region.
Joining us at the February 20 City Council meeting are:
Chelsea Martin, Government Relations and Communications Coordinator at Modern
Electric
Kyle England, Sr. Director of External Affairs at Kaiser Aluminum
Dan Wilson, Legislative Affairs of Local 338 at United Steelworkers
Ms. Martin, Mr. England, and Mr. Wilson will provide a short presentation and answer any
questions.
This presentation is a precursor to our City’s trip to Washington, D.C. in March to discuss our
2024 federal legislative agenda with our congressional delegation.
OPTIONS: N/A
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Discussion and consensus if Council would like to
amend its 2024 Federal Legislative Agenda to add this item.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: N/A
STAFF CONTACT: Virginia Clough, Legislative Policy Coordinator
ATTACHMENTS:
PowerPoint Presentation
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: February 20, 2024 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
information admin. report pending legislation executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Second Ordinance Reading: Ordinance 24-001 Amending Planning
Commission Meeting Requirements
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: Chapter 18.10 Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC); chapter
36.70A RCW; RCW 35A.63.140; RCW 35.63.040
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Approval of Ordinance 07-015 § 4. Administrative
report re Ordinance 24-001 on January 9, 2024. First ordinance reading February 6, 2024.
BACKGROUND: Ordinance 24-001 is a city-initiated code text amendment (CTA-2023-0004)
revising SVMC 18.10.030 to provide flexibility in the number of required Planning Commission
meetings. Currently, SVMC 18.10.030 requires the Planning Commission to meet at least one
time every month. If passed, this change would require the Planning Commission to hold at least
one regular meeting each month, not less than nine months in each year. Further, it would ensure
that there are not two consecutive months without a meeting.
The Planning Commission considered CTA-2023-0004 at a study session on October 12, 2023,
and held a public hearing on November 9, 2023. Along with a draft ordinance, City Council is
provided with the Planning Commission’s signed Findings and Recommendation.
This draft ordinance also takes into account the minor language change proposed by Council at
the January 9, 2024 Administrative Report, which would cancel the first regularly scheduled
Planning Commission meeting in a January that follows City Council elections.
OPTIONS: Move to approve Ordinance 24-001 amending SVMC 18.10.030 related to Planning
Commission meeting requirements; or take other action deemed appropriate.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to approve Ordinance 24-001 amending SVMC
18.10.030 related to Planning Commission meeting requirements.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: There are no anticipated financial impacts.
STAFF CONTACT: Tony Beattie, Senior Deputy City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS: 1) Draft Ordinance 24-001
2) CTA-2023-0004 Findings and Recommendation of the Spokane Valley
Planning Commission
DRAFT
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 24-001
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING SPOKANE VALLEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 18.10.030
RELATED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING RULES, AND OTHER MATTERS
RELATING THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley Planning Commission was created pursuant to chapter
18.10 of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission is tasked with determining its meeting schedule within the
bounds set by SVMC 18.10.030; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Planning Commission Rules of Procedure, the Planning Commission
meets at 6:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month unless a meeting is cancelled; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to SVMC 18.10.030(B) the Planning Commission is currently required to
meet at least one time every month; and
WHEREAS, decreasing the required meetings of the Planning Commission provides flexibility
without compromising efficiency; and
WHEREAS, CTA-2023-0004 is a City-initiated code text amendment to revise SVMC 18.10.030
to decrease the number of required meetings to one regular meeting each month not less than nine months
in each year; and
WHEREAS, on October 5, 2023 the Washington State Department of Commerce was notified
pursuant to RCW 36.70A.106, providing a 60 day notice of intent to adopt amendments to Spokane Valley
development regulations; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a Study Session related to CTA-2023-0004 on October
12, 2023; and
WHEREAS, on October 20, 2023 and October 27, 2023, notice of the Planning Commission public
hearing for CTA-2023-0004 was published in the Spokane Valley News Herald; and
WHEREAS, on November 9, 2023, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive
evidence and information, and to provide an opportunity for public testimony. The Commissioners
subsequently voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council approve the CTA-2023-0004 with the
modification that there never be two consecutive months without a meeting; and
Ordinance 24-001, amending SVMC 18.10.030 Page 1 of 3
DRAFT
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved the Findings and Recommendations as presented
on December 14, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to SVMC 18.10.030 are in the best interests of the health,
safety, and welfare of the citizens of the City.
NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Spokane County,
Washington, do ordain as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Ordinance is to amend section 18.10.030 of the
Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) so as to provide for flexibility in the number of required meetings
held by the Planning Commission.
Section 2. Findings and Conclusions. The City Council acknowledges that the Planning
Commission conducted appropriate investigation and study, held a public hearing on the proposed
amendments, and recommends approval of the amendments. The City Council has read and considered the
Planning Commission’s findings and recommendation, and makes the following findings:
A. The proposed amendment is consistent with the applicable provisions of the
Comprehensive Plan:
Findings: The Comprehensive Plan does not identify specific goals and policies relevant
to the Planning Commission procedures but identifies specific goals and policies to be
considered in the development of the comprehensive plan and development regulations. A
review of the goals and policies did not identify anything inconsistent with the proposed
CTA. The proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan as the
amendment establishes the minimum number of meetings required for the Planning
Commission to conduct its business as it relates to Comprehensive Plan amendments and
other matters such as code text amendments.
B. The proposed amendment does bear a substantial relation to public health, safety, welfare,
and protection of the environment.
Findings: The proposed amendment bears substantial relation to public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. The proposed amendments clarify the required
number of meetings the Planning Commission must hold consistent with state law and does
not reduce the number of meetings necessary for the Planning Commission to conduct
business, nor does it reduce the number of regular meetings scheduled pursuant to the
Planning Commission Rules of Procedure.
C. Conclusion:
The proposed text amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and bears a
substantial relation to public health, safety, welfare, and protection of the environment.
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DRAFT
Section 3.Amendment.SVMC 18.10.030 is hereby amended as follows:
18.10.030 Meetings – Rules.
A. The planning commission shall every year organize and elect from its members a chair, who shall
preside at all meetings of the planning commission and perform such other functions as determined by
rule. A vice chair shall be elected to preside in the absence of the chair. A majority of the planning
commission members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, and a majority vote of
those present shall be necessary to carry any proposition.
B. The planning commission shall determine a regular meeting schedule (time, place and frequency) and
shall meet hold at least one regular meeting each time every month not less than nine months in each year,
provided that there are never two consecutive months without a meeting. Provided further thatthe
Planning Commission shall not meet on the first regularly scheduled meeting date in any January which
follows City Council elections. All meetings shall be open to the public.
C. The planning commission shall adopt such rules and procedures as are necessary for the conduct of
business, subject to the approval of city council, and shall keep a recording of its proceedings.
D. All hearings before the planning commission shall be conducted in the manner set forth in Appendix
B.
Section 4. Other sections unchanged. All other provisions of chapter 18.10 SVMC not
specifically referenced hereto shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 5. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance should be
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or
phrase of this Ordinance.
Section 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect five days after
publication of this Ordinance or a summary thereof in the official newspaper of the City of Spokane Valley
as provided by law.
Passed this day of __, 2024.
Pam Haley, Mayor
ATTEST:
Marci Patterson, City Clerk
Approved As To Form:
Office of the City Attorney
Date of Publication:
Effective Date:
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: February 20, 2024 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
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AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Resolution 24-003Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
Amendment
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: SVMC 18.10.030
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Resolution 23-008 Adopting the Spokane Valley
Planning Commission Rules of Procedure.
BACKGROUND: Due to City Hall remediation work it was necessary for the City of Spokane
Vally Planning Commission to temporarily relocate to CenterPlace Regional Event Center for its
regularly scheduled meetings. This required a minor amendment to the Planning Commission
Rules of Procedure. Now that the Planning Commission and City Council is able to meet in City
Hall it is necessary to amend the rules again.
Pursuant to SVMC 18.10.030(C), the Planning Commission’s rules of procedure are subject to
City Council approval. On January 25, 2024, the Planning Commission recommended that the
City Council adopt a Resolution 24-003 to change the meeting location back to City Hall.
OPTIONS: (1) Adopt Resolution 24-003, or (2) take other action as deemed appropriate.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: I move to adopt Resolution 24-003 adopting the
Planning Commission Rules of Procedure to relocate regular meetings to City Hall Council
Chambers.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: N/A
STAFF CONTACT: Tony Beattie, Senior Deputy City Attorney
___________________________________________________________________________
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution 24-003 and attached Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 24-003
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY REVISED PLANNING
COMMISSION RULES OF PROCEDURE; AND OTHER MATTERS RELATED
THERETO.
WHEREAS, Spokane Valley Municipal Code Section 18.10.030 establishes the rules for the
Spokane Valley Planning Commission, and mandates that the Planning Commission shall adopt rules and
procedures as are necessary for the conduct of business, subject to the approval of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission Rules of Procedure were last updated and approved by the
City Council on June 8, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission Rules of Procedure state that meetings shall be held at
CenterPlace Regional Event Center, unless otherwise identified in the notice of meeting; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended revisions to their rules on January 25, 2024,
which relocates regular meetings to City Hall Council Chambers at 10210 E. Sprague Avenue, Spokane
Valley; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission may now return to City Hall after having to relocate due to
Council Chamber repairs.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Spokane
County, Washington as follows:
Section 1. Adoption of Spokane Valley Planning Commission Rules of Procedure. The
Spokane Valley City Council hereby adopts the Spokane Valley Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
as recommended by the Planning Commission on January 25, 2024, which are attached hereto and made a
part hereof.
Section 2. All prior Planning Commission Rules of Procedure are repealed. Any previously
adopted versions of the Planning Commission Rules of Procedure and the resolutions which adopted those
previous versions, are hereby repealed in their entirety.
Section 2. Effective Date. This resolution shall be in full force and effect upon adoption.
Adopted this __ day of February 2024.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Pam Haley, Mayor
ATTEST: Approved as to form:
Marci Patterson, City Clerk Office of the City Attorney
Resolution 24-003 Adopting Planning Commission Rules of Procedure Page 1 of 1
City of Spokane Valley
Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
Adopted by Planning Commission 02-19-05
Revised by Resolution 10-004, 02-09-2010
Revised by Resolution 11-010, 11-29-2011
Revised by Resolution 12-006, 10-30-2012
Revised by Resolution 20-003, 03-24-2020
Revised by Resolution 23-008, 06-20-2023
Revised by Resolution 24-003, **-**-2024
On June 8, 2023January 25, 2024, these Revised Rules of Procedure were adopted by the Planning
Commission, pending approval of City Council.
ORGANIZATION AND RULES OF PROCEDURE
1. Name
The “City of Spokane Valley Planning Commission,” hereinafter referred to as the “Commission" is an
advisory body created by the City Council for purposes consistent with chapter 18.10 of the Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC).
2. Location
The Commission meetings shall be held at CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place,
Spokane Valley, WashingtonCity Hall Council Chambers, 10210 E. Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley,
WA, unless otherwise identified in the notice of meeting.
3. Officers
A. Unless otherwise required by a vacancy in office, the Commission shall organize every year in
accordance with chapter 18.10 SVMC.
B. Officers of the Commission shall be elected from its membership; the officers shall be Chair and
Vice Chair.
C. Commission members must have served at least one full calendar year to be eligible to be elected
as an Officer.
D. The Chair shall preside over the Commission meetings and exercise all powers incidental to the
office, retaining however, the full right as a member of the Commission to propose motions, second
motions, and have a vote recorded on all matters of the Commission.
E. In the absence of the Chair from any meeting, the Vice-Chair shall perform all the duties incumbent
upon the Chair, and retain the full right as a member of the Commission in the same manner as the
Ch air.
4. Secretary of the Commission
A. The City Manager shall assign a Secretary to the Commission.
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B. The Secretary shall provide for a recording of all Commission meetings, including public hearings,
and shall ensure that summary minutes of all public hearings and meetings are prepared, approved,
and filed in the public record.
C. The Secretary shall conduct and record a roll call of the Commission members at each meeting,
public hearing and study session.
5. Attendance:
A. Excused Absences: Members of the Commission may be excused from meetings with
notification to the Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary or Building Official,prior to the meeting,
and by stating the reason for the inability to attend. Following or prior to roll call, the
Presiding Officer shall inform the Commission of the member’s absence, and inquire if
there is a consent motion to excuse the member. The motion shall be non-debatable. Upon
consent by a majority of members present, the absent member shall be considered excused
and the Secretary shall make an appropriate notation in the minutes.
B. Unexcused Absences: A Commissioner’s responsibility to attend Commission meetings
should not be taken lightly, nor should a decision to remove a Commissioner for missing
meetings. As soon as possible after two consecutive unexcused absences, and prior to a
third consecutive unexcused absence, the absent Commissioner must request a leave of
absence if they desire to remain on the Commission. At a third consecutive meeting where
a Commissioner is not excused and there has been no request for a leave of absence, the
absent Commissioner’s seat shall be forfeited effective immediately.
C. Leave of Absence:
1. A Commissioner whose serious health or physical condition would prevent them from
performing the duties of the Planning Commission may ask to be placed on a leave of
absence under the following conditions:
2. Such serious health or physical condition must be certified in writing by a medical
physician.
3. The request for a leave of absence shall be in writing, and hand-delivered or mailed to the
Secretary of the Commission or Building Official at least one week prior to the date when
such leave would commence.
4. The request for a leave of absence must state the anticipated date the Commissioner will
resume their duties.
5. By majority vote of the whole Commission, a leave of absence shall be granted as follows:
6. The absence shall not exceed 90 days from the date the motion is passed by Commission;
7. At the end of the 90-day leave of absence, the absent Commissioner shall either:
a. Return to normal Commission duties commencing with the first Thursday meeting
following the end of the 90-day leave; or
b. Submit a letter of resignation to the Secretary of the Commission.
A leave of absence may only be granted twice during a Commissioner’s three-year term, with no
less than six months between each request. Upon approval of a leave of absence, the absent
Commissioner shall not be replaced with a pro-tem Commissioner during the absence.
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6. Election of Officers
A. Officers shall be elected at the first regular meeting in January of each year, by majority vote of the
membership of the Commission. Terms of office shall run from the first January meeting until
December 31, or until a successor has been elected. No Commission member shall serve more than
two full consecutive terms as Chair of the Commission. No Commission member shall serve as
Vice-Chair for more than two full consecutive terms.
B. In the event that the Commission has no sitting Chair at the first regular meeting in January, the
Vice-Chair will preside over the Commission until officers are elected. If at the first regular meeting
in January, both the Chair and Vice-Chair are no longer Commission members, the Secretary will
preside over the meeting until Officers are elected.
C. A vacancy in either the Chair or Vice-Chair shall be filled by a special election, to be held at a
convenient time with a majority present. In the event that the office of Chair is vacated, the Vice-
Chair shall serve in that capacity until the required special election is held. No member can hold
two office positions concurrently.
7. Rules of Order
The Secretary shall serve as the official parliamentarian for all meetings and shall keep a copy of the current
“Robert’s Rules of Order” in the Council Chambers during Commission meetings. Robert’s Rules of Order
shall govern the conduct of all public meetings of the Commission except when they conflict with these
Rules of Procedure.
8. Quorum
A quorum shall consist of a majority of the Commission and no action can be taken in the absence of a
quorum except to adjourn the meeting to a subsequent date. A quorum must be present for all meetings.
9. Voting
A. The affirmative vote of a majority of those present shall be necessary for the adoption of any motion
or other general matter.
B. For the conduct of business dealing with the adoption or changes to the City’s Comprehensive Plan,
at least four affirmative votes must be cast. No proxy shall be allowed.
C. Commission members present when the question was called shall give their vote. If any
Commission member refused to vote “aye” or “nay” their vote shall be counted as a nay vote, unless
the Commission member has recused themselves due to actual or perceived appearance of a conflict
of interest, which shall be so stated prior to the vote at hand. Abstentions are not permitted.
D. No member may participate or vote on a matter unless the member has been in attendance at all
public hearings regarding such matter, or has listened to the recording of the public hearing and
reviewed the written record of the matter in question.
E. Election of Officers. Each officer, Chair and Vice Chair, must receive a majority vote of the
Commission in order to be elected to the position. Voting may be taken by paper ballot.
10. Meetings
A. There shall be at least one regular meeting each month with additional meetings scheduled as
nd
necessary, except when cancelled as noted below. Regular meetings shall be scheduled on the 2
th
and 4Thursdays of the month, commencing at 6:00 p.m. and ending not later than 9:00 p.m.
Meeting ending time may be extended by a majority vote of the Commission. Meetings may be
used for general planning matters, study sessions or public hearings as described below.
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1. Meetings on General Planning Matters. General planning matters to be reviewed by the
Commission will typically be preceded by a study session of the Commission to discuss
the issues with City staff. Generally, no testimony from the public shall be taken at a study
session.
2. Public Hearing Meeting. A public hearing is a meeting to provide the public an opportunity
to comment or give testimony on a proposed action or items such as the Comprehensive
Plan, or development regulations. The Commission may deliberate upon the item
immediately after the hearing, or during another scheduled meeting(s).
3. Scheduled meetings may be canceled or convened at other times if deemed necessary by
the Chair or, in the absence of the Chair, by the Vice-Chair. Notice of cancellation shall be
given to Commission members, and to the public by posting a notice at City Hall and on
the City's website.
4. The recommended order of business for meetings is:
a. Call to order by Chair.
b. Pledge of Allegiance.
c. Roll call by Secretary.
d. Approval of Agenda.
e. Approval of minutes.
f. Commission member reports.
g. Administrative reports.
h. Public comment.
i. Commission business.
j. For the good of the order.
k. Adjournment.
B. Commission meetings shall be held pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, chapter 42.30 RCW.
C. Special meetings may be called:
1. By a written or verbal request to the Chair, or in the Chair’s absence, to the Vice-Chair, or by
a majority of the members of the Commission, or City staff.
2. By approved motion of the Commission.
3. Notice of a special meeting shall be provided as required pursuant to chapter 42.30.080 RCW,
including posting notice of such meeting at least 24 hours before the time of such meeting as
specified in the notice.
11. Conduct of Hearings
A. Actions for a Commission Public Hearing.
1. Prior to the start of the public hearing, the Chair may require that all persons wishing to be
heard sign in with the Secretary, giving their name, city of residence, the agenda item, and
whether they wish to speak as proponent, opponent, or otherwise. Any person who fails to sign
in shall wait to speak until all those who have signed in have had an opportunity to speak; and
when they speak at the hearing, shall give their name and city of residence. The Chair, subject
to concurrence by the majority of the Commission, may establish time limits and otherwise
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control presentations. Such limits shall be established and announced prior to beginning the
hearing. The Chair may change the order of speakers so that testimony is heard in the most
logical groupings, (i.e., proponents, opponents, adjacent owners, vested interests, etc.).
2. The Chair shall introduce each agenda item, open each public hearing, and announce the
following Rules of Order:
a. All public comments shall be made from the speaker's podium and shall be directed to the
Commission. Any individual making comments shall first give their name and city of
residence. This is required because an official recorded transcript of the public hearing is
being made.
b. It is not necessary to be a proponent or opponent in order to speak. Those who are neither
a proponent nor an opponent, should speak during the proponent portion and indicate that
they are neither a proponent nor an opponent.
c. No comments shall be made from any other location, and anyone making “out of order"
comments shall be subject to removal from the meeting as allowed by law.
d. We ask that there be no demonstrations, applause or other audience participation during or
at the conclusion of anyone's presentation. It is distracting to the Commission and takes
time away from the person who is testifying..
e. Please limit your testimony to three minutes. (unless a majority of the Commission agrees
to allow the Chair to extend time)
f. These rules are intended to promote an orderly system of holding a public hearing and to
give all that wish to speak an opportunity to be heard.
B. When the Commission conducts a hearing to which the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine applies,
the Commission members should give consideration as to whether they have:
1. A demonstrated bias or prejudice for or against any party to the proceedings;
2. A direct or indirect financial interest in the outcome of the proceeding;
3. A prejudgment of the issue prior to hearing the facts on the record, or
4. Had ex parte contact with any individual, excluding staff, with regard to an issue prior to the
hearing. Please refer to Section 16(B) for more specific information on how to proceed where
there has been an ex parte communication.
If any Commission member should determine that items (C)(1-4) should apply to them, they should
consult with a member of the legal staff, prior to the meeting, to determine if a conflict of interest
violation exists pursuant to the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. If such a violation or a perception
of a violation exists, the Commissioner should recuse themselves.
C. Conducting the Public Hearing
1. The Chair will announce the matter and open the public hearing, stating the time.
2. The Chair will allow staff to describe the matter under consideration and place the issue and
any documents into the public record.
3. The Chair will inquire as to whether Commission members have any questions of staff. If any
Commission member has questions, the appropriate individual will be recalled.
4. The Chair will allow proponents, opponents and the public to offer testimony and evidence on
the pending matter. The Chair may allow Commission members to ask questions of any person
at the conclusion of their testimony.
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5. At the conclusion of the public testimony, the Chair may ask staff if there is any additional
information, testimony or evidence to submit for the record.
6. The Chair will then either close or continue the public hearing and state the time for the record.
Additional testimony may not be requested or considered after the closing of the public hearing,
however, the Chair may declare that the public hearing will remain open until a date certain for
the purpose of receiving written testimony or materials.
7. The Chair will inquire if there is a motion by any Commission member. If a motion is made, it
shall be in the form of an affirmative motion. Affirmative motions are preferred to prevent
“approval by default” of a failed negative motion. Following the motion and its second,
discussion will occur among Commission members.
8. The Chair will inquire if there is any further discussion by the Commission members.
9. The Chair will inquire if there are any final comments or recommendations from staff.
10. The Chair will inquire of the Commission members if they are ready for the question.
11. The Chair will call for the vote on the motion and, following the vote, announce the outcome
of the vote.
12. Pre-filing of testimony or evidence is encouraged and may be delivered to City staff in advance
of a hearing.
12. Agenda, Staff Reports and Minutes for Regular Meetings.
A. A copy of the agenda for every regular meeting of the Commission will be sent to each member up
to seven days prior to the date of the meeting.
B. Staff reports will be sent to Commission members with the agenda. Agendas and staff reports will
be made available to applicants and the public at the same time.
13. Minutes and Communications with the City Council.
A. Minutes of all meetings shall be kept, and the complete files of proceedings and actions taken in
connection therewith shall be considered the public record and filed with the City Clerk.
B. The Secretary shall provide the Commission members with a set of minutes of the previous
meeting. These minutes shall be considered for approval by the Commission at a regularly
scheduled public meeting and upon approval, shall become part of the official record of action of
the Commission. Approved and signed minutes shall also be transmitted to the City Clerk.
14. Recording of Meetings
Whenever possible, proceedings of all public hearings, meetings, study sessions and any special meeting
shall be recorded and retained in accordance with the Washington State Archives Retention Schedule.
15. Statement of Ethics / Code of Conduct
A. Statement of Ethics. It is hereby recognized and established that high moral and ethical standards
of Commission members are vital and essential to provide unbiased, open, and honest conduct
within all phases and levels of government; that rules of ethics are helpful in guiding Commission
members to eliminate or prevent actual or perceived conflicts of interest in public office, and to
improve and elevate standards of public service so as to promote and strengthen the confidence,
faith and trust of the people of the City of Spokane Valley in their local government.
B. Interests in Contracts Prohibited; Exceptions. No Commission member shall be beneficially
interested, directly or indirectly, in any contract which may be made by, through, or under the
supervision or direction of any City of Spokane Valley employee, in whole or in substantial part,
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or which may be made for the benefit of his or her office, or accept, directly or indirectly, any
compensation, gratuity or reward in connection with such contract from any person beneficially
interested therein. The foregoing shall not apply to the exceptions specified in RCW 42.23.030,
which are incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
C. Conflicts of Interest
1. A Conflict of Interest includes:
a. Engaging in a transaction or activity which impairs, or would to a reasonable person appear
to impair, the Commission member’s independence of judgment or action in the
performance of their official duties;
b. A Commission member having a financial or other private or personal interest in any matter
upon which the member is required to act in the discharge of his or her official duties;
c. A “Professional Conflict of Interest” includes any real or perceived conflict of interest
caused by circumstances such as a Commission member’s employment, past or present.
Where the Commission member’s employer or professional activity is only tangentially
related to a matter before the Commission, recusal need not occur if the Commission
member can reasonably conclude that the connection is or was remote and inconsequential.
d. If a Commission member is required to refrain from deliberation or participation by their
employer because of a real or perceived conflict of interest, then the Commission member
will be allowed to recuse or withdraw from that deliberation.
2. Conflict of Interest Procedure: Every Commission member who has a conflict of interest shall
publicly disclose the conflict at the next Commission meeting after the Commission member
discovers the conflict. If a discovery or determination of a conflict is made during a
Commission meeting, the Commission member shall publicly disclose the conflict at that time.
The nature and extent of such conflict of interest shall be fully disclosed, and a summary of the
same shall be incorporated into the official minutes of the Commission proceedings.
a. If a Commission member feels that they cannot be unbiased because of any conflict of
interest, the Commission member shall recuse themselves from further proceedings on the
issue. Such Commission member shall make a public statement disclosing the reasons why
the Commission member believes they are disqualified, and state they are recusing
themselves from the issue. The disqualified Commission member will then leave the
Council Chambers until such time as the issue at hand has been disposed of in the regular
course of business. If there are other matters on the agenda, then the disqualified
Commission member must return to the Council Chambers to participate in the other
matters as soon as the Commission ends discussion of the matter in which the disqualified
Commission member has a conflict of interest.
D. Other Prohibited Acts. Commission members are prohibited from:
1. Acting in a manner which would result in neglect of duty, misfeasance or malfeasance in office.
2. Acting in a manner that intentionally disrupts Commission meetings.
3. Using their position to secure special privileges or exemptions for themselves or others.
4. Directly or indirectly receiving, accepting, taking, seeking, or soliciting anything of economic
value regardless of the amount, as a gift, gratuity, or favor.
5. Engaging in or accepting private employment or rendering services for any person or engaging
in any business or professional activity when such employment, service or activity is
incompatible with the proper and faithful discharge of their official duties as a Commission
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member, or when it would require or induce the Commission member to disclose confidential
information acquired by reason of such official position.
6. Disclosing confidential information gained by reason of their membership on the Commission
or using such information for their personal gain or benefit.
7. Engaging in any meeting that violates the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA). The OPMA
strictly forbids any meeting of a quorum of the Commission during which any City business is
discussed. The OPMA provides that Commissioners may:
a. meet informally in less than a quorum and discuss City business, and
b. meet in a quorum if City business is not discussed.
However, Commissioners are encouraged to be mindful that such meetings risk creating the appearance
of a violation of the OPMA and such meetings should be avoided.
16. Appearance of Fairness
A. The Commission shall adhere to the applicable requirements of the Appearance of Fairness
Doctrine, chapter 42.36 RCW.
B.During the pendency of any quasi-judicial proceeding, no Commission member may engage in ex
parte communications with proponents or opponents about any proposal involved in the pending
proceeding, unless::
1. The Commission member places on the record the substance of such oral or written
communications; and
2. The Commission member provides a public announcement of the content of the communication
and of the parties’ right to rebut the substance of the communication at each hearing where
action is taken or considered on the subject. This does not prohibit correspondence between a
citizen and Commission members if the correspondence is made part of the record, when it
pertains to the subject matter of a quasi-judicial proceeding. (RCW 42.36.060)
17. Review of These Rules of Procedure
The Commission shall review these rules of procedure on the first anniversary of their adoption and every
three years thereafter. Proposed changes upon the recommendation of the City Attorney may be brought
forward as appropriate. Any amendments identified by the Commission or the City Attorney shall be
forwarded to the City Council for review and ratification.
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: February 20, 2024 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
information admin. report pending legislation executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Admin Report: RCO Grant Update: Flora Park Property
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: N/A.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: May 20, 2020 – Council Resolution 20-008 approving
a grant application to Washington Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) for the Flora Road
Property acquisition. October 6, 2020 – Council Motion authorizing staff to finalize and execute
documents necessary to acquire the Flora Property.
BACKGROUND:The City of Spokane Valley applied for a Washington Wildlife and
Recreation Program (WWRP) Acquisition Grant in 2020 for the purchase of the Flora Road
Property under a waiver of retroactivity, which allowed the City to proceed with the property
purchase and seek reimbursement of a portion of the property acquisition after closing. The
City closed on the purchase of 45.63 acres of land from the Washington Department of
Transportation (DOT) on February 23, 2021 for $2,091,600.00 and was subsequently awarded
a $1,000,000.00 grant for reimbursement of portion of the acreage acquired on June 30, 2021.
The City excluded approximately 2.7 acres of land from the grant application to allow the City
more flexibility in recreational uses on the site, such as a kayak rental facility or other
concessionaire.
Through the City’s update of its Tourism Strategy in 2022 and 2023 the opportunity to develop
an outdoor cross country running facility on the Flora Property was identified as a high priority.
To maximize the use of the site for a cross country complex, a high-level master planning
process was undertaken in 2023 to identify a potential course layout and the most suitable
acres to exclude from the grant-encumbered property to allow for support facilities and/or other
uses not eligible under the grant. For example, the cross country complex would benefit from a
permanent clubhouse with athlete support facilities including offices, designated restrooms for
drug testing, and possible concessions. Through the master planning process, a specific
location has been identified on the site for these facilities, and an additional separate location
was also set aside for a potential water sports rental facility. The excluded acres and the acres
to be encumbered by the grant have been legally described by a surveyor and reviewed and
approved by the RCO.
As a final condition for grant reimbursement the City is obligated to execute and record a Deed
of Right to Use Land for Public Outdoor Recreation Purposes. The Deed of Right identifies
52.90 acres of the Flora Property that were partially paid for with the RCO grant and conveys to
the people of the state of Washington the right to preserve, protect, access, and/or use the
property for public purposes consistent with the funding source and project agreement. City
Council Resolution 20-008, which was adopted on May 12, 2020, authorized the City Manager
to sign the Grant Agreement, any Agreement Amendments, and all applicable property and real
estate documents including the Deed of Right.
OPTIONS: Discussion
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Discussion
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: $1,000,000 reimbursement for the Flora Property acquisition.
STAFF CONTACT: John Bottelli, Parks & Recreation Director, Mike Basinger, Economic
Development Director
ATTACHMENTS: PowerPoint Presentation, Deed of Right Document
Upon Recording, Please Return To:
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
PO Box 40917
Olympia, WA 98504-0917
Attn: Allison Delwoo
DEED OF RIGHT TO USE LAND FOR
PUBLIC OUTDOOR RECREATION PURPOSES
Flora River Trail Property
Grantor: City of Spokane Valley (Sponsor Name)
Grantee: STATE OF WASHINGTON, acting by and through the WASHINGTON
STATE RECREATION AND CONSERVATION FUNDING BOARD and the
WASHINGTON STATE RECREATION AND CONSERVATION OFFICE
(RCO), including any successor agencies
Abbreviated
Legal
Description: A portion of Section 07 of Township 25 North, Range 45 Eash, Willamette
Meridian (More particularly described in Exhibit “A” (Legal Description) and
as depicted in Exhibit “B” (Property Map)),
Assessor’s Property Tax Parcel Number(s): 55072.0324, 55072.0318
Reference Numbers of Documents Assigned, Released, Conveyed, or Related:
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The Grantor enters this Deed for and in consideration of grant funding coming in whole or in
part from the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Account. Such grant and this Deed aremade
pursuant to the Grant Agreement entered into between the Grantor and the Grantee entitled Flora
nd
Road River Trail Property, Project Number 20-1308A signed by the Grantor on the 2day of
nd
August, 2021, and the Grantee the 2 day ofAugust, 2021, and supporting materials which are
on file with the Grantor and the Grantee in connection with the Grant Agreement.
The Grantor hereby conveys and grants to the Grantee as the representative of the people of the
State, the right to enforce the following duties:
1. The Grantor shall take such reasonable and feasible measures as are necessary to
protect the Real Property as described in Exhibit A: Legal Description for
Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program outdoor recreationpurposes, consistent
with the Grant Agreement,so as to provide public access to outdoor recreation
opportunities in perpetuity and protect public outdoor recreation and park resources.
2. The Grantor shall allow public access to the Property as provided in the Grant
Agreement. Such access shall be subject to the restrictions allowed under the Grant
Agreement, by written agreement between the Grantor and Grantee, or under state
law. This provision is not intended to prevent reasonable access or use restrictions
that are necessary for safe and effective management of the property consistent with
outdoor recreation purposes and the Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantor shall provide access to the Grantee to inspect the Real Property for
compliance with the terms of this Deed and the applicable Grant Agreement to which
the Grantor is a signatory. Such access shall be subject to the restrictions, if any,
allowed under the Grant Agreement, by written agreement with the Grantee, or under
state law. The Grantor warrants it has and shall maintain the legal right and means to
reach the property.
4. Without the prior written consent of the Grantee or its successors, through an
amendment to the Grant Agreement or the process set forth below, the Grantor shall
not use or allow any use of the Real Property (including any part of it) that is
inconsistent with the recreation grant purposes herein granted and as stated in the
Grant Agreement. The Grantor shall also not grant or suffer the creation of any
property interest that is inconsistent with the recreation grant purposes herein granted
and as stated in the Grant Agreement or otherwise approved in writing by the RCO or
funding board.
Grantee’s consent to an inconsistent use or property interest under this Deed shall be
granted only to the extent permitted by law and upon the following three conditions,
which ensure the substitution of other eligible land. The conditions are: (1) the
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substitute recreation land must be of reasonably equivalent usefulness and location for
the public outdoor recreation purposes as the Real Property prior to any inconsistent
use; (2) the substitute recreation land must be of at least equal fair market value to the
Real Property at the time of Grantee’s consent to the inconsistent use; and (3) the fair
market value of the Real Property at the time of the Grantee’s consent to the
inconsistent use shall not take into consideration any encumbrances imposed on or
alterations made to that land as a result of the original state grant and other grants if
such encumbrances or alterations reduce the value of the Real Property from what it
would be without them.
For purposes of this Deed the Grant Agreement includes any amendments thereto that occur
prior or subsequent to the execution of this Deed.
This Deed contains covenants running with the land and shall be binding upon the Grantor, its
successors and assigns, and upon any person acquiring the Property, or any portion thereof, or
any interest therein, including a leasehold interest, whether by operation of law or otherwise. If
the Grantor sells all or any portion of its interest, the new owner of the Property or any portion
thereof (including, without limitation, any owner who acquires its interest by foreclosure,
trustee’s sale or otherwise) shall be subject to applicable covenants and requirements under the
Deed.
This Deed may not be removed or altered from the Real Property, or the Real Property further
encumbers, or any property rights in or appurtenant to the Real Property transferred or sold,
unless specific written approval has been granted by the Washington State Recreation and
Conservation Office and/or the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Funding Board or
its successors.No sale or transfer of the Real Property including less than fee conveyance of
property interest, or changes to this Deed, shall be made without the written approval of the
RCO. Any such sale or transfer of any property interest or rights in the Real Property, or
changes to this Deed, or the recording of any encumbrance, covenant, etc. upon the Real
Property shall be void when made unless approved in writing by RCO or made part of the Grant
Agreement by amendment.
The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office and the Washington State Recreation
and Conservation Funding Board and/or its successors shall each have a separate and
independent right to enforce the terms of this deed.
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GRANTOR:
Grantor Name
By:
Name:
Title:
Dated this ________ day of ______________________, 20
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
) ss
COUNTY OF _______________ )
I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that________________________________
is the person who appeared before me, and said person acknowledged that they signed this
instrument, on oath stated that they were authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledge
it as the ___________________________ for the Grantor, ______________________________
and to be the free and voluntary act of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the
instrument.
Dated:
Signed:
Notary Public in and for the State of Washington,
residing in ______________________________________.
My commission expires ___________________________.
REMAINDER OF PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY BLANK; ADDITIONAL SIGNATURE PAGE
FOLLOWS
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GRANTEE:
STATE OF WASHINGTON, acting by and through THE WASHINGTON STATE
RECREATION AND CONSERVATION FUNDING BOARD, administered by the
WASHINGTON STATE RECREATION AND CONSERVATION OFFICE
By:
Name: Scott T. Robinson
Title: Deputy Director
Dated this ________ day of ______________________, 20_______
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
) ss
COUNTY OF THURSTON )
I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Scott T. Robinson is the person who
appeared before me, and said person acknowledged that they signed this instrument, on oath
stated that they were authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledge it as the Deputy
Director for the Recreation and Conservation Office and to be the free and voluntary act of such
party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument.
Dated:
Signed:
Notary Public in and for the State of Washington,
residing in ______________________________________.
My commission expires ___________________________.
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EXHIBIT B
Property Map
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RCO: 20-1308
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RCO: 20-1308
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RCO: 20-1308
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: February 20, 2024 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
informationadmin. Reportpending legislationexecutive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: 2024Capital Improvement Projects
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 35.77.010, Perpetual Advanced Six-Year plans for
coordinated transportation program expenditures.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN:
6/14/2022-Council passed Resolution 22-010 adopting the 2023-2028 TIP, which included
these projects.
6/20/2023-Council passed Resolution 23-007 adopting the 2024-2029 TIP, which included
these projects.
BACKGROUND:
Staff will provide an overview of the projects scheduled for construction in 2024.
OPTIONS: Discussion only
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Discussion only
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: There are sufficient funds to cover the cost for these projects.
These projects are funded with a mix of different funds, including City funds, state grants, and/or
federal grants.
STAFF CONTACT: Erica Amsden, PE, CIP Engineering Manager
Robert Lochmiller, PE, CIP Engineering Manager
___________________________________________________________________________
ATTACHMENTS: PowerPoint Presentation
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: February 20, 2024 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
information admin. Report pending legislation executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Proposed Resolution 24-004 setting public hearing for Street Vacation 2024-
0001.
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: Chapter 22.140 Spokane Valley Municipal Code; RCW 35A.47.020
and chapter 35.79 RCW.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: None.
BACKGROUND: Daniel Bruzas, representing James Boone, LLC, has requested the vacation of the
south 60’ X 80’ of Girard Road, and the south 60’ X 95’ of Lily Road, lying north of I-90 and south of
Boone Avenue. The segment of Girard Road proposed to be vacated is surrounded by property owned by
James Boone, LLC. The segment of Lily Road proposed to be vacated abuts property owned by James
Boone, LLC on the east and south. The property was purchased to expand their landscape supply
company. Both segments are dead-ends and provided access for previousproperty owners. The segments
proposed for vacation are paved with gravel shoulders. The total area requested to be vacated is 10,502
square feet.
The Lily right-of-way proposed to be vacated is adjacent to parcels 35131.1182, 35131.1163, (owned by
James Boone, LLC) 35131.1116 and 35131.1117 (owned by Avodah, LLC). The Girard right-of-way
proposed to be vacated is adjacent to parcels 35131.1145, 35131.1170, 35131.1171, and 35131.1193. All
these parcels are owned by James Boone, LLC.
A pre-application meeting was conducted on July 5, 2023. The Public Works Department had no major
concerns about the proposed vacation, and the fire department had only minor comments to ensure
adequate access would remain to the existing structures.
OPTIONS: Consensus to place proposed Resolution No. 24-004 on the February 27, 2024 Council
consent agenda for setting the date for a public hearing on the street vacation; or take other appropriate
action.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Consensus to schedule Resolution No. 24-004, February
27, 2024 consent agenda, which will set the public hearing at the Planning Commission for March 28,
2024 on Street Vacation application STV-2024-0001.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
STAFF CONTACT: Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
ATTACHMENT: PowerPoint
Resolution No. 24-004
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 24-004
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING DATE AND TIME FOR THE
PLANNING COMMISSION TO CONSIDER STREET VACATION APPLICATION
STV-2024-0001 PURSUANT TO RCW 35.79.010 AND SVMC 22.140.020; AND OTHER
MATTERS RELATED THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley has received a Street Vacation Application (File # STV-
2024-0001) from property owner James Boone, LLC to vacate the south 60’X80’ of Lily Road, and the
south 60’X95’ of Girard Road located north of I-90 at the terminus of each road. The area of right-of-way
is paved with a gravel shoulders. The total area requested to be vacated is 10,502 sq. ft.. The Lily right-of-
way proposed to be vacated is located approximately 145’ south of the intersection of Lily Road and Boone
Avenue, and adjacent to parcels 35131.1182, 35131.1163, (both owned by James Boone, LLC) 35131.1116
and 35131.1117 (both owned by Avodah, LLC); The Girard right-of-way proposed to be vacated is located
approximately 160’ south of the intersection of Girard Road and Boone Avenue and adjacent to parcels
35131.1145, 35131.1170, 35131.1171, and 35131.1193. All parcels are owned by James Boone, LLC; and
WHEREAS, RCW 35.79.010 specifies that the legislative authority shall establish by resolution
the time when a street vacation application shall be considered by the legislative authority or a committee
thereof; and
WHEREAS, chapter 22.140 of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) establishes
regulations and procedures for the processing of vacations of public streets (hereafter referred to as a “street
vacation”); and
WHEREAS, SVMC 22.140.030 specifies that the Planning Commission shall conduct the public
hearing required pursuant to RCW 35.79.010; and shall develop and forward a recommendation for a
requested street vacation to the City Council.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Spokane
County, Washington, as follows:
Section 1. Establishment of Public Hearing Date and Time for STV-2024-0001. The required
public hearing for Street Vacation Application STV-2024-0001shall be conducted before the Spokane
Valley Planning Commission on March 28, 2024, beginning at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as is feasible,
in the City Council Chambers at the City Hall of the City of Spokane Valley, 10210 East Sprague Avenue,
Spokane Valley, Washington 99206.
Section 2. Effective Date. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon adoption.
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Adopted this 20 day of February 2024.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
ATTEST:
Pam Haley, Mayor
Marci Patterson, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
_______________________________________
Office of the City Attorney
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ADVANCE AGENDA
as of February 14, 2024; 11:30 a.m.
Please note this is a work in progress; items are tentative
To: Council & Staff
From: City Clerk, by direction of City Manager
Re: Draft Schedule for Upcoming Council Meetings
February 27, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Feb 20\]
Proclamation: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Motion Consideration: Public Safety Discussion Erik Lamb (30 minutes)
3. Motion Consideration: Storm Drain Cleaning Services Contract Award Adam Jackson (5 minutes)
4. Admin Report: Potential Grant Opp: Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) Requests A. Jackson (10 minutes)
5. Admin Report: Potential Grant Opportunity, CDBG Gloria Mantz (10 minutes)
6. Admin Report: Franchise Agreement, Wholesail Networks, LLC Tony Beattie (5 minutes)
7. Admin Report: Franchise Agreement Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC Tony Beattie (5 minutes)
8. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
9. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports; Fire Dept Monthly Report
\[*estimated meeting: 75 mins\]
March 5, 2024 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Feb 27\]
1. Resolution: Surplus Property Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
2. Motion Consid: Potential Grant Opp: Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) requests A. Jackson (5 minutes)
3. Admin Report: Capital Projects Grants Review Adam Jackson, Dan Baker (15 minutes)
4. Street Maintenance Interlocal Agreement Bill Helbig (10 minutes)
5. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
\[*estimated meeting: 45 mins\]
March 12, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue March 5\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Admin Report: Rayce Rudeen Foundation Presentation - Erik Lamb, Marsha Malsam (30 minutes)
3. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
March 19, 2024. NO MEETING WA DC TRIP \[due Tue March 12\]
March 26, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue March 19\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Admin Report: Arts Council Contract Virginia Clough, Sarah Farr (5 minutes)
3. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
4. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports; Fire Dept Monthly Report
April 2, 2024 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue March 26\]
1. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
April 9, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue April 2\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
April 16, 2024 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue April 9\]
1. Presentation: Andrew Ballard Follow up from 2/13/24 Workshop (2 hours)
2. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
April 23, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue April 16\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
Draft Advance Agenda 2/15/2024 12:58:23 PM Page 1 of 2
3. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports; Fire Dept Monthly Report
April 30, 2024 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue April 23\]
Proclamation: AAPI Heritage Month
1. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
May 7, 2024 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue April 30\]
1. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
May 14, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue May 7\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
May 21, 2024 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue May 14\]
1. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
May 28, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue May 21\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
3. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports; Fire Dept Monthly Report
June 4, 2024 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue May 28\]
1. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
June 11, 2024 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue June 4\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
*time for public or council comments not included
OTHER PENDING AND/OR UPCOMING ISSUES/MEETINGS:
9-1-1 calls (delays, holding, etc.)
Appleway Trail Amenities
CTR Agreement
Ethics Code
Gang Task Force Update
Mirabeau Park Forestry Mgmt.
ORV usage on streets
Park Camera Update
Park Lighting
Peer Court
PFD Presentation
Public Safety Comparison
Protection of Utility Infrastructures
SCRAPS
Street Scaping, signs, trees, etc.(info)
Vehicle Wgt Infrastructure Impact
Yellowstone Franchise Agreement
City Brand Update
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