Resolution 02-001 Expressing Appreciation to Incorporation & Transition Committees CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 02-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO THE SPOKANE VALLEY INCORPORATION
AND TRANSITION COMMITTEES.
WHEREAS, a Notice of a proposed incorporation was filed with the Spokane County
Commissioners on August 24, 2000 by Ed Mertens as a proponent for the incorporation of the
City of Spokane Valley;
WHEREAS, the Boundary Review Board following the incorporation study, public
testimony and investigation adopted findings and conclusions which related to the proposed
incorporation on December 13, 2001;
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley encompasses approximately 38.5 square miles
with an estimated population of 80,693 people located in Spokane County, Washington;
WHEREAS, the voters of Spokane County on May 21, 2002 voted in favor of
Proposition No. 1 which provided for the incorporation of the City of Spokane Valley;
WHEREAS, subsequent to the incorporation vote, numerous individuals devoted their
time and effort through various committees in order to study and make reports to the citizens and
the City Council on Municipal services including, but not limited to, finance and administration,
public safety, public works and infrastructure, community and economic development, streets
and transportation and other matters relating to the formation of the new City;
WHEREAS, the time and effort of the incorporation and transition committee members
has resulted in reports and studies which will be beneficial in guiding the future services and
development of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley through its City Council desires to express
sincere appreciation for the work and effort of the individuals and committees.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it Resolved by the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley,
Washington as follows:
1. Appreciation,
The Mayor and City Council express their appreciation to both the Incorporation
and Transition Committees recognizing that their time and effort will result in the successful
development and incorporation of the City of Spokane Valley. To memorialize this appreciation
the Mayor will issue Certificates of Appreciation from the City of Spokane Valley to the
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members of the above committees.
2. Reports.
The City Council accepts the reports of the Transition Committees and, as
necessary, will at future meetings of the City Council seek presentations and additional
information from the Transition Committees.
3. Effective Date.
This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon passage by the Spokane
Valley City Council.
Adopted this .,-- day of ,j 4/ erT 2002.
City of Spokane Valley
ta.7Mayor
Attest:
Interim City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
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