2020, 08-25 Regular MeetingAGENDA
SPOKANE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
FORMAL FORMAT
Tuesday, August 25, 2020 6:00 p.m.
Remotely via ZOOM Meeting
10210 E Sprague Avenue
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS:
COMMITTEE, BOARD, LIAISON SUMMARY REPORTS
MAYOR'S REPORT
PROCLAMATION: Recognizing 100th Anniversary of 19t Amendment Adoption
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY Ill: Use the link above to sign up for oral public
comments. The link will guide you to directions to sign up for oral public comments. 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. Comments will not be permitted on items marked 'no public comment.' This is not an
opportunity for questions or discussion. Diverse points of view are welcome but please keep the remarks
civil. Remarks will be limited to three minutes per person.
1. CONSENT AGENDA: 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: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
a. Approval of claim vouchers on Aug 25, 2020, Request for Council Action Form Total: $2,721,198.35
b. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending August 15, 2020: $378,230.27
c. Approval of July 21, 2020 Council Meeting Minutes, Study Session
d. Approval of July 28, 2020 Council Meeting Minutes, Regular Formal Format
e. Approval of August 4, 2020 Council Meeting Minutes, Special Meeting Workshop
f. Approval of August 4, 2020 Council Meeting Minutes, Special Meeting
g. Approval of August 11, 2020 Council Meeting Minutes, Regular Formal Format
Council Agenda August 25, 2020 Page 1 of 2
NEW BUSINESS:
2. First Reading Ordinance 20-007 Code Text Amendment, Annexation — Mike Basinger, Erik Lamb
[no public comment: Public Hearing previously held]
3. First Reading Ordinance 20-008 Comprehensive Plan Amendments — Mike Basinger
[no public comment: Public Hearing previously held]
4. First Reading Ordinance 20-009 Comprehensive Plan Zoning Map Amendment — Mike Basinger
[no public comment: Public Hearing previously held]
5. First Reading Ordinance 20-010 Code Text Amendment, Essential Public Facilities — Lori Barlow
[no public comment: Public Hearing previously held]
6. Motion Consideration: Washington Dept. of Commerce Memorandum of Understanding — Chaz Bates
[public comment opportunity]
7. Motion Consideration: Spokane Valley Chamber CARES Agreement Amendment — Erik Lamb, Jeff
Kleingartner [public comment opportunity]
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY [21: Use the link above to sign up for oral public
comments. The link will guide you to directions to sign up for oral public comments. 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. Comments will not be permitted on items marked 'no public comment.' This is not an
opportunity for questions or discussion. Diverse points of view are welcome but please keep the remarks
civil. Remarks will be limited to three minutes per person.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
8. Council 2021 Budget Goals — Mark Calhoun
9. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
INFORMATION ONLY (will not be reported or discussed):
10. Department Monthly Report
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Council Agenda August 25, 2020 Page 2 of 2
Spokane
Valley
'l0
rottamttion
City of Spokane (Parley, Wasfiington
Jfonoring t[ie 100-fi .Anniversary of t[ie
19t .Amendment to the (United States Constitution
WHEREAS, The bold, courageous and powerful women who fought for the ratification of the
19th Amendment to the United States Constitution on August 18, 1920, deserve
special celebration, especially on the 100th anniversary of its ratification; and
WHEREAS, In 1871 Susan B. Anthony and Abigail Scott Duniway led a crusade through the
territories of Washington and Oregon and helped form the Washington Women
Suffrage Association; and
WHEREAS, On November 11, 1889, Washington became the forty-second state of the Union;
and in 1910 the Washington State Constitution was permanently amended to grant
women the right to vote; it would be ten years before the rest of the country's
women had that right; and
WHEREAS, The 19th Amendment did not guarantee suffrage for all women; Native Americans
did not gain that right until 1924, Asian Pacific Islander Americans gained the
right in 1952, and African -American and Latin Americans suffered voter
suppression until passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and 1975; and
WHEREAS, The 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution has played an important
role in advancing the rights of all women.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Ben Wick, Mayor of the City of Spokane Valley, on behalf of the
Spokane Valley City Councilmembers, do hereby honor and recognize August 18, 2020 as the
100th Anniversary of the Ratification of the 19" Amendment to the
United States Constitution
and I encourage all citizens to recognize the contributions of women to the progress of our
nation.
Dated this 25th day of August, 2020.
Ben Wick, Mayor
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: Augsut 25, 2020 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: ® consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Approval of the Following Vouchers:
VOUCHER LIST
08/06/2020
08/07/2020
08/10/2020
08/10/2020
08/10/2020
08/11/2020
08/14/2020
08/14/2020
08/17/2020
07/17/2020
VOUCHER NUMBERS
51343-51384
51385-51407
8807-8811
8812
51408-51440 (8-12-2020 voided #51441)
7227; 7229; 7233; 7235; 7244; 7245; 7247; 7248-7250; 7252
51442
51443-51473
51474-51484
51485-51510
GRAND TOTAL:
TOTAL AMOUNT
$623,334.43
$160,961.22
$1,622.00
$159.00
$569,503.89
$3 84,849.39
$405,000.00
$66,892.18
$354,045.17
$154,831.07
$2,721,198.35
Explanation of Fund Numbers found on Voucher Lists
#001 General Fund
001.011.000.511. City Council
001.013.000.513. City Manager
001.013.015.515. Legal
001.016.000. Public Safety
001.018.013.513. Deputy City Manager
001.018.014.514. Finance
001.018.016.518. Human Resources
001.040.041. Engineering
001.040.042. Economic Development
001.040.043. Building
001.076.000.576. Parks & Rec—Administration
001.076.300.576. Parks & Rec-Maintenance
001.076.301.571. Parks & Rec-Recreation
001.076.302.576. Parks & Rec- Aquatics
001.076.304.575. Parks & Rec- Senior Center
001.076.305.571. Parks & Rec-CenterPlace
001.090.000.511. General Gov't- Council related
001.090.000.514. General Gov't -Finance related
001.090.000.517. General Gov't -Employee supply
001.090.000.518. General Gov't- Centralized Serv.
001.090.000.519. General Gov't -Other Services
001.090.000.540. General Gov't -Transportation
001.090.000.550. General Gov't -Natural & Eco.
001.090.000.595. General Gov't -Pavement Preset.,
001.090.000.560. General Gov't -Social Services
001.090.000.594 General Gov't -Capital Outlay
Other Funds:
101 — Street Fund
103 — Paths & Trails
105 —Hotel/Motel Tax
106 — Solid Waste
120 — CenterPlace Operating Reserve
121 — Service Level Stabilization Reserve
122 — Winter Weather Reserve
204 — Debt Service
301 — REET 1 Capital Projects
302 — REET 2 Capital Projects
303 — Street Capital Projects
309 — Parks Capital Grants
310 — Civic Bldg. Capital Projects
311 — Pavement Preservation
312 — Capital Reserve
314 — Railroad Grade Separation Projects
402 — Stormwater Management
403 — Aquifer Protection Area
501 — Equipment Rental & Replacement
502 — Risk Management
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to approve attached list of claim vouchers.
[Approved as part of the Consent Agenda, or may be removed and discussed separately.]
STAFF CONTACT: Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
ATTACHMENTS: Voucher Lists
vchlist
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Voucher List
Spokane Valley
Page: 1
Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
Invoice Fund/Dept
51343
8/6/2020 001473 APWA
51344 8/6/2020 007136 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC
51345 8/6/2020 001888 COMCAST
51346 8/6/2020 003264 SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP
51347 8/6/2020 003078 ALLWEST TESTING & ENGINEERING
51348 8/6/2020 004278 ARCHITECTS WEST INC
51349 8/6/2020 001816 BENTHIN &ASSOCIATES
51350 8/6/2020 002641 CXT INCORPORATED
677683
870615
194H-RWJ-GJCY
1 NT4-C 1 X4-DVLP
7/17/2020-8/16/2020
Jul 18-Aug 17 2020
B12022132
98271
10940
3240
376620 RI
001.040.041.543
001.040.041.558
001.090.000.519
001.090.000.518
001.076.305.575
001.090.000.518
001.018.014.514
303.000.259.595
309.000.305.594
303.000.302.595
309.000.304.594
51351 8/6/2020 002306 TERRELL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT, MICHAEL 4000 309.000.315.594
4003 309.000.304.594
51352 8/6/2020 001545 BERNARDO WILLS ARCHITECTS PC 20568 309.000.268.595
51353 8/6/2020 000734 DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION RE-313-ATB00715159 309.000.268.595
Description/Account Amount
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL: W. HELBIG
MEMBERSHIP:ADAM JACKSON
Total :
OFFICE SUPPLIES: GEN'L GOV'T
NEMA L5-20 TO L5-30 ADAPTER
Total :
INTERNET/PHONE: CENTERPLACE
INTERNET: CITY HALL
Total :
ADOBE SUBSCRIPTION RENEWALS 2C
Total :
Total :
Total :
Total :
Total :
0259-MATERIALS TESTING
305-ENG & ARCHITECURAL
0302-SURVEY SERVICES
0304-PREFAB STRUCTURES
0315-DESIGN SERVICES
0304-CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATIC
Total :
0268-LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Total :
CIP 0268: CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER
Total :
233.00
233.00
466.00
47.98
81.97
129.95
408.69
106.18
514.87
4,945.72
4,946.72
965.25
965.25
655.00
655.00
760.00
760.00
313,280.25
313,280.25
846.16
153.60
999.76
5,023.75
6,023.75
44.21
44.21
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Voucher List
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher
Date Vendor
Invoice Fund/Dept
51354 8/6/2020 000093 SPOKESMAN -REVIEW, THE
51355 8/6/2020 003274 EXCHANGE PUBLISHING LLC
51356 8/6/2020 000652 OFFICE DEPOT INC.
51357 8/6/2020 000391 SPOKANE VALLEY FIRE DIST. #1
51358 8/6/2020 000202 SRCAA
51359 8/6/2020 000257 STATE AUDITOR'S OFFICE
51360 8/6/2020 001686 WASHINGTON SOCIETY OF CPAS
51361 8/6/2020 000307 OFFICE OF THE STATE TREASURER
51362 8/6/2020 000308 SPOKANE CO PROSECUTING ATTY
51363 8/6/2020 000001 SPOKANE CO TREASURER
51364 8/6/2020 000322 CENTURYLINK
5136E 8/6/2020 004632 LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS
0000015339
573171
573829
103572891001
107714352001
02.2020 FIRE FEES
14788
L137703
Member #104499
JUNE 2020
JUNE 2020
51505450
JULY 2020
130867554
303.000.275.595
001.011.000.511
001.011.000.511
001.018.014.514
001.018.014.514
001.229.45.00
001.090.000.553
001.090.000.514
001.018.014.514
001.016.000.589
001.016.000,589
001.016.000.523
001.076.000.576
001.090.000.518
DescriptionfAccount Amount
CIP 0275: ADVERTISING
Total :
ADVERTISING: OUTSIDE AGENCIES
ADVERTISING: OUTSIDE AGENCIES
Total :
OFFICE SUPPLIES: FINANCE
OFFICE SUPPLIES: FINANCE
Q2-2020 FIRE FEES
2ND QTR 2020ASSESSMENT
SAO AUDIT OF 2019
Total
Total :
Total :
Total:
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL: CHI
Total :
STATE REMITTANCE
Total :
CRIME VICTIMS COMPENSATION REM
Total :
JULY 2020 INMATE HOUSING
Total :
2020 PHONE SVCS: ACCT 509 Z14-002,
Total ;
TELECOM SERVICES
909.94
909.94
37.13
35.25
72.38
44.64
19.22
63.86
31,898.00
31,898.00
35,102.75
35,102.75
19,497.45
19,497.45
315.00
315.00
32,287.84
32,287.84
473.46
473.46
116,961.21
116,961.21
591.49
591.49
812.69
Total : 812.69
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher
Date Vendor
Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51366 8/6/2020 007730 ROYAL BUSINESS SYSTEMS IN129109 001.040.043.558 JULY 2020 COPIER COSTS 316.99
Total : 316.99
51367 8/6/2020 000087 VERIZON WIRELESS 9858977413 001.040.043.558 JULY 2020 CELL PHONE/DEVICE CHAF 5,917.32
Total : 5,917.32
51368 8/6/2020 003122 CALHOUN, MARK August 2020 001.013.000.513 MONTHLY AUTO ALLOWANCE FOR 8/2 400.00
Q3-2020 001.013.000.513 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 535.00
51369 8/6/2020 000508 CONOCOPHILLIPS FLEET 66819611 001.040.043.558 JULY 2020 FLEET FUEL BILL 1,633.74
Total : 1,633.74
51370 8/6/2020 000278 DRISKELL, CARY 03-2020 001.013.015.515 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 135.00
51371 8/6/2020 000421 HOHMAN, JOHN Q3-2020 001.018.013.513 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 135.00
51372 8/6/2020 007408 KLEINGARTNER. JEFF Q3-2020 001.040.042.558 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 135.00
51373 8/6/2020 007847 KNODEL, CHAD Q3-2020 001.018.014.514 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 135.00
51374 8/6/2020 006475 PEETZ, BRANDI 03-2020 001.011.000.511 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 135.00
51375 8/6/2020 002960 WICK, BEN Q3-2020 001.011.000.511 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 135.00
51376 8/6/2020 002651 WOODARD, ARNE 03-2020 001.011.000.511 Q3-2020 CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE 135.00
Total : 135.00
51377 8/6/2020 001816 BENTHIN &ASSOCIATES 3239 402.402.000.531 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 13,520.00
Total : 13,520.00
51378 8/6/2020 003261 FEHR & PEERS 139034 001.090.000.513 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 860.60
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51378 8/612020 003261 003261 FEHR & PEERS (Continued)
Total : 860.60
51379 8/6/2020 000709 SENSKE LAWN & TREE CARE INC. 10097579 402.402.000.531 895 CONTRACT MAINTENANCE 3,915.22
Total : 3,915.22
51380 8/6/2020 006178 WALTER E NELSON CO 417011 001.040.041.543 OFFICE SUPPLIES: CPW ENGINEERIN1 168.80
Total : 168.80
51381 816/2020 000230 SPOKANE CO AUDITORS OFFICE JUNE 2020 001.040.043.558 RECORDING FEES 1,343.50
Total : 1,343.50
51382 8/6/2020 000683 DAVID EVANS &ASSOCIATES 470291 101.042.000.542 TRAFFIC SERVICES 10,441.22
Total : 10,441.22
51383 8/6/2020 000734 DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION RE-313-ATB00715073 101.042.000.542 REIMBURSE TRAFFIC SVCS 10,761.61
Total : 10,761.61
51384 8/6/2020 000864 JUB ENGINEERS INC. 0135681 101.042.000.542 ON -CALL TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SVC 5,204.60
Total : 5,204.60
42 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 623,334.43
42 Vouchers in this report
Total vouchers : 623,334.43
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Voucher List
Spokane Valley
Page:
Bank code : apbank
Voucher
Date Vendor
Invoice Fund/Dept
51385
8/7/2020 000030 AVISTA
51386 8/7/2020 005012 SPOKANE CO ENVIRONMENTAL
51387 8/7/2020 000324 SPOKANE CO WATER DIST #3
51388 8R/2020 000295 VALLEYFEST
51389 8R12020 002259 MENKE JACKSON BEYER LLP
51390 8/7/2020 007678 RANDALL DANSKIN PS
51391 8/7/2020 004046 AMERICAN ONSITE SERVICES
51392 8P7/2020 005046 FASTSIGNS
51393 8/7/2020 000011 GREATER SPOKANE VALLEY
51394 8/7/2020 001635 ISS FACILITY EVENT SERVICES
51395 8/7/2020 000012 JOURNAL OF BUSINESS
June 2020
June 2020
July 2020
July 2020 #1
2020
2020
480
132243
348526
348529
540-12151
540-12128
30710
1480812
326166
101.042.000.542
001.016.016.521
001.076.302.576
402.402.000.531
105.000.000.557
105.000.000.557
314.000.143.595
001.033.099.518
001.076.300.576
001.076.300.576
001.076.301.571
001.076.300.576
001.076.305.575
001.076.305.575
001.076.305.575
Description/Account Amount
UTILITIES: CPW MASTER AVISTA JLJNE
UTILITIES: PARKS MASTERAVISTAJUP
Total :
SPOKANE CO SEWER CHARGES: JUL)
Total ;
WATER CHARGES FOR JULY #1
Total :
2020 LODGING TAX GRANT REIMBUR:
2020 LODGING TAX GRANT REIMBUR
Total :
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Total :
Total :
PORTABLE RESTROOMS AT PARKS FA
PORTABLE RESTROOMS AT PARKS FA
Total :
SIGNAGE FOR PARKS - REC DRIVE IN
SIGNAGE FOR PARKS
Total :
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES CENTER
Total :
JULY 2020 MONTHLY CLEANING AT CE
Total :
24,561.97
8,221.21
32,783.18
1,605.93
1,605.93
1,295.32
1,295.32
99.00
930.33
1,029.33
12,263.57
12,263.57
2,536.23
2,536.23
250.80
254.40
505.20
384.42
104.54
488.96
489.00
489.00
8,085.09
8,085.09
ADVERTISING FOR CENTERPLACE 970.00
Total: 970.00
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Voucher List
Spokane Valley
Page:
Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
invoice Fund/Dept
51396 8/7/2020 001860 PLATT ELECTRIC SUPPLY
51397 8/7/2020 007741 REFRIGERATION SUPPLIES DIST
51398 8/7/2020 000709 SENSKE LAWN & TREE CARE INC.
0N70965
16248882-00
16255288-00
10022740
10092104
51399 8/7/2020 002306 TERRELLLANDSCAPEARCHITECT, MICHAEL 4002
51400 8/7/2020 007120 TSH!MAKAIN CREEK LABORATORY
51401
8/7/2020 000129 WRPA
51402 8/7/2020 004961 ZOME INC
51403 8/7/2020 000246 EAST SPOKANE WATER DIST #1
51404 8/7/2020 003274 EXCHANGE PUBLISHING LLC
51405 8/7/2020 005969 SPOKANE SPORTS COMMISSION
51406 8/7/2020 000295 VALLEYFEST
51407 8/7/2020 005715 WIDOWS MIGHT
2021004
5859
5860
ZDM-61193
July 2020
574516
2nd QTR 2020
2020
2020
001.076.305.575
001.076.305.575
001.076.305.575
001.076.300.576
001.076.300.576
309.000.296.594
001.076.300.576
001,076,305.575
001.076.301.571
001.076.301.571
402.402.000.531
001.011 000 511
105.000.000.557
001.090.000.560
001.090.000.560
2020 001.090.000.560
Description/Account
Amount
REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CP
Total :
CREDIT MEMO - REFUND ON TRAIN€N1
REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CENTEI
Total :
CONTRACT MAINT PARKS: JULY 2020
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYEE TO CLEAN PP
Total :
0296-ENG &ARCH. SVCS
Total :
ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING AT PARKS
Total :
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
Total :
STAFF SHIRTS - PARKS AND REC
Total :
WATER CHARGES FOR JULY 2020
Total :
ADVERTISING FOR OUTSIDEAGENCIE
Total :
2020 LODGING TAX GRANT REIMBUR:
Total :
2020 SOC SER/ECO DEV GRANT REIM
2020 SOC SER/ECO DEV GRANT REIM
Total :
148.65
148.65
-25.00
30.75
5.75
63,630.03
1,524.60
65,154.63
4,171.86
4,171.86
25.00
25.00
89.00
50.00
139.00
659.80
659.80
3,066.06
3,066.06
35.25
35.25
11,250.00
11,250.00
1,519.29
675.00
2,194.29
2020 SOC SER/ECO DEV GRANT REIM 720.00
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51407 8/7/2020 005715 WIDOW'S MIGHT (Continued)
2020 001.090.000.560 2020 SOC SER/ECO DEV GRANT REIM 7,480.61
2020 001.090.000.560 2020 SOC SER/ECO DEV GRANT REIM 3,207.05
2020 001.090.000.560 2020 SOC SER/ECO DEV GRANT REIM 651.46
Total : 12,059.12
23 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total ; 160,961.22
23 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 160,961.22
I, the undersigned, do certify under penalty of perjury,
that the materials have been fumished, the services
rendered, or the labor performed as described herein
and that the claim is just, due and an unpaid
obligation against the City of Spokane Valley, and that
i am authorized to authenticate and certify said claim,
Finance Director Date
Council member reviewed:
Mayor Date
Council Member Date
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Bank code : pk-ref
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
8807 8/10/2020 004002 ARC OF SPOKANE, THE PARK REFUND 001.237.10.99 CANCELLATION REFUND: MIRABEAU h 159.00
Total : 159.00
8808 8/10/2020 007924 CRUMP, SHELLEY PARK REFUND 001.237.10.99 CANCELLATION REFUND: MIRABEAU P 384.00
Total : 384.00
8809 8/10/2020 006859 NORTHWEST PARKINSON'S PARK REFUND 001.237.10.99 CANCELLATION REFUND: MIRABEAU h 508.00
Total : 508.00
8810 8/10/2020 007895 SCHICK SHADEL HOSPITAL PARK REFUND 001.237.10.99 CANCELLATION REFUND: MEETING RI 63.00
Total : 63.00
8811 8/10/2020 007004 TEEN & KID CLOSET PARK REFUND 001.237.10.99 CANCELLATION REFUND: MIRABEAU h 508.00
Total : 508.00
5 Vouchers for bank code : pk-ref Bank total : 1,622.00
5 Vouchers in this report
Total vouchers : 1,622.00
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Bank code : pk-ref
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
8812 8/10/2020 007923 LONG, BONNIE PARK REFUND 001.237.10.99 CANCELLATION REFUND: M€RABEAU h 159.00
Total : 159.00
1 Vouchers for bank code : pk-ref Bank total : 159.00
1 Vouchers in this report
I, the undersigned, do certify under penalty of perjury,
that the materials have been furnished, the services
rendered, or the labor performed as described herein
and that the claim is just, due and an unpaid
obligation against the City of Spokane Valley, and that
I am authorized to authenticate and certify said claim.
Finance Director Date
Council member reviewed:
Mayor Date
Council Member Date
Total vouchers : 159.00
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
Invoice
51408 8/10/2020 006984 Al TREE SERVICE LLC
51409 8/10/2020 007136 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC
51410 8/10/2020 002517 BROWN BEARING CO INC
51411 8/10/2020 001880 CROWN WEST REALTY LLC
51412 8/10/2020 000734 DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
51413 8/10/2020 005474 FREIGHTLINER NORTHWEST
51414 8/10/2020 000007 GRAINGER
51415 8/10/2020 000692 GUS JOHNSON FORD
51416 8/10/2020 002518 INLAND PACIFIC HOSE & FITTINGS
51417 8/10/2020 002466 KENWORTH SALES COMPANY
2729
2736
2737
2763
1 TM3-1 CKG-HJ 11
9501352577
AUGUST 2020
RE-313-ATB00715086
PC001485134:01
PC001486367:01
PC001487900:01
9595110926
9598330588
542470
1050135-01
SPOBS4100609
SPOBS4103984
SPOBS4103987
SP OI N4103847-2
Fund/Dept
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.543
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.543
101.042.000.542
101.000.000.542
101.000.000.542
101.000.000.542
101.042.000.543
101.042.000.543
001.040.041.558
101.000.000.542
101.000.000.542
101.000.000.542
101.000.000.542
101.000.000.542
Description/Account
Amount
TREE REMOVAL
TREE REMOVAL
TREE REMOVAL
TREE REMOVAL
SUPPLIES
Total :
Total :
SMALL TOOLS/MINOR EQUIPMENT
Total :
COMMON AREA CHARGES FOR MAIM
Total :
REIMBURSE ROADWAY MAINTENANCI
Total :
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES:
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES
Total :
FIRST AID SUPPLIES
SUPPLIES
Total :
VEHICLE REPAIR SUPPLIES - #4-008
Total :
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES
Total :
REPAIR SERVICE #210
REPAIR SERVICE #207
REPAIR SERVICE#218
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT SUPPLIES
3,103.65
3,239.78
2,722.50
1,034.55
10,100.48
64.24
64.24
69.74
69.74
223.98
223.98
9,477.55
9,477.55
75.96
31.58
13.07
120.61
55.06
459.17
514.23
3,407.19
3,407.19
149.85
149.85
1,752.95
941.54
941.54
125.12
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
Invoice Fund/Dept
51417 8/10/2020 002466 002466 KENWORTH SALES COMPANY
51418 8/10/2020 002203 NAPAAUTO PARTS
51419 8/10/2020 001546 NORCO INC
51420 8/10/2020 003090 NORTH 40 OUTFITTERS
51421 8/10/2020 003653 PARTSMASTER
51422 8/10/2020 007915 SIGN MAN S]GNS & PINSTRIPING
51423 8/10/2020 000001 SPOKANE CO TREASURER
51424 8/10/2020 004099 SPOKANE VALLEY ACE HARDWARE
51425 8/10/2020 003318 TACOMA SCREW PRODUCTS INC
51426 8/10/2020 003274 EXCHANGE PUBLISHING LLC
(Continued)
0538-990841
0538-997706
0538-997997
33156520733
096803/3
23562949
7-15-2020
51505470
27284
24160929
24163467
573172
573827
573828
574517
574518
574519
574520
574521
001.040.041.543
101.000.000.542
101.042.000.543
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000,542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
001.040.043.558
001.040.043.558
001.040.043.558
001.040.043.558
001.040.043.558
001.013.000.513
001.040.043.558
001.040.043.558
Description/Account Amount
Total :
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES
SMALLTOOLS/MINOR EQUIPMENT
Total :
SHOP SUPPLIES
Total :
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES
Total :
SMALL TOOLS/MINOR EQUIPMENT
Total :
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES -
Total :
WORK CREW INVOICE JUNE 2020
Total :
SMALL TOOLS/MINOR EQUIPMENT
Total ;
SUPPLIES
VEHICLE REPAIR & MAINT. SUPPLIES
Total ;
LEGAL PUBLICATION
LEGAL PUBLICATION
LEGAL PUBLICATION
LEGAL PUBLICATION
LEGAL PUBLICATION
LEGAL PUBLICATION
LEGAL PUBLICATION
LEGAL PUBLICATION
3,761.15
-19.60
108.79
520.00
609.19
225.68
225.68
15.24
15.24
280.52
280.52
21.78
21.78
5,237.60
5,237.60
35.26
35.26
145.53
671.17
816.70
80.58
76.63
61.62
84.53
104.28
25.28
98.75
60.04
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51426 8/10/2020 003274 003274 EXCHANGE PUBLISHING LLC (Continued) Total : 591.71
51427 8110/2020 001447 FREE PRESS PUBLISHING INC 51110 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 96.05
51129 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 89.25
51131 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 71.40
51146 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 100.30
51147 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 69.70
Total : 426.70
51428 8/10/2020 007901 DATEC INC 30419 001.090.000.518 JUNIPER SWITCH RENEWALS 3,565.39
Total : 3,565.39
51429 8/10/2020 002604 DELL FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC 80512478 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-007 139.58
80512479 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-008 658.51
80512480 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-009 368.09
80512481 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-010 187.76
80512482 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-011 806.78
80512483 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-012 266.18
Total : 2,426.90
51430 8/10/2020 002604 DELL FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC 80512485 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-014 I 142.27
80512486 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-015 I 176.38
80512487 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-016 1 409.18
80512488 001.090.000.548 COMPUTER LEASE: 001-8922117-017 \ 487.31
Total : 1,215.14
51431 8/10/2020 001885 ZAYO GROUP LLC 2020080003578 001.090.000.518 NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 283.80
2020080005522 001.090.000.518 INTERNET 626.70
2020080025710 001,090,000.586 INTERNET SERVICES 245.04
Total : 1,155.54
51432 8/10/2020 002975 FREEDOM SALES AND SUPPLY LLC 2020405 101.042.000.543 FIRST AID SUPPLIES 155.60
Total : 155.60
51433 8/10/2020 001089 POE ASPHALT PAVING INC. 46521 101.042.000.542 STREET & STORMWATER MAINTENAN 382,631.45
46522 101.042.000.542 STREET & STORMWATER MAINTENAN 31,127.60
46523 402.402.000.531 STREET & STORMWATER MAINTENAN 14,952.88
46524 101.042.000.542 STREET & STORMWATER MAINTENAN 12,821.64
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
Invoice
51433 8/10/2020 001089 001089 POE ASPHALT PAVING INC.
51434 8110/2020 000001 SPOKANE CO TREASURER
51435 8/10/2020 000734 DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
51436 8/10/2020 005968 PRECISE MRM LLC
51437 8/10/2020 000709 SENSKE LAWN & TREE CARE INC.
51438 8/10/2020 003318 TACOMASCREW PRODUCTS INC
51439 8/10/2020 006846 US LINEN & UNIFORM INC
51440 8/10/2020 007156 WIDENER &ASSOCIATES
33 Vouchers for hank code :
33 Vouchers in this report
apbank
(Continued)
110100273
RE 46 JG6515 L002
200-1026888
10097580
24164200
2578186
2581722
2585192
2588679
2592166
020
Fund/Dept
101.042.000.542
311,000,285.595
402.402.000.531
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.542
101.042.000.543
101.042.000.543
101.042.1300.543
101.042.000.543
101.042.000.543
303.000.205.595
Description/Account
Amount
JUNE 2020 ENGINEERING
0285-SIGN INSTALLATION
DATA PLAN
895 CONTRACT MAINTENANCE
SUPPLIES
Total :
Total :
Total :
Total :
Total:
Total:
SUPPLIES: MAINTENANCE SHOP
SUPPLIES: MAINTENANCE SHOP
SUPPLIES: MAINTENANCE SHOP
SUPPLIES: MAINTENANCE SHOP
SUPPLIES: MAINTENANCE SHOP
Total :
0205-ENVIRONMENTAL & PERMITTING
Total :
Bank total :
441,533.57
75,047.53
75,047.53
983.50
983.50
250.00
250.00
531.43
531.43
252.33
252.33
14.81
14.81
14.81
14.81
14.81
74.05
6,163.51
6,163.51
569,503.89
Total vouchers : 569,503.89
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51441 8/12/2020 007687 DUNN & BLACK PS
1 Vouchers for bank code : apbank
1 Vouchers in this report
1, the undersigned, do certify under penalty of perjury,
that the materials have been furnished, the services
rendered, or the labor performed as described herein
and that the claim is just, due and an unpaid
obligation against the City of Spokane Valley, and that
1 authorized to authenticate aAd certify said claim.
Finance Director Date
Council member reviewed:
Mayor Date
Council Member Date
CIP 0143 ROW
314.000.143.595 CIP 0143 PARCEL ACQUISITION: 5E, 40-5001X00
Total:-057000700
Bank total : 4U5,UUU06
Total vouchefs :--4D5,4U0.0D.
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
7227 8/5/2020 000120 AWC Ben94590 314.231.16.00 DENTAL PLAN: PAYMENT 146,219.59
Total : 146,219.59
7229 8/5/2020 000165 DEPT OF RETIREMENT SYSTEMS Ben94592 402.231.15.00 PERS: PAYMENT 129,985.48
Total : 129,985.48
7233 8/5/2020 000699 WACOUNCILCO/CITY EMPLOYEES Ben94594 001.231.21.00 UNION DUES: PAYMENT 2,854.60
Total : 2,854.60
7235 8/5/2020 007657 WA STATE SUPPORT REGISTRY Ben94596 101.231.20.00 DIVISION OF CHILD SUPPORT: PAYMEI 458.00
Total : 458.00
7244 8/5/2020 000120 AWC Ben94584 001.011.000.511 DENTAL PLAN (COUNCIL): PAYMENT 11,308.08
Total: 11,308.08
7245 8/5/2020 000682 EFTPS Ben94586 001.231.11.00 FEDERAL TAXES: PAYMENT 2,081.76
Total : 2,081.76
7247 8/5/2020 000048 VANTAGE TRANSFER AGENTS, 401A PLAN Ben94598 001.231.14.00 401A: PAYMENT 39,300.52
Total : 39,300.52
7248 8/5/2020 000682 EFTPS Ben94600 001.231.11.00 FEDERAL TAXES: PAYMENT 40,673.90
Total : 40,673.90
7249 8/5/2020 007303 VANTAGEPCINTTRANSFERAGENTS, 457 RO Ben94602 001.231.23.00 457 ROTH OPTION: PAYMENT 1,681.91
Total : 1,681.91
7250 8/5/2020 000145 VANTAGEPOINTTRANSFERAGENTS, 457 PL./ Ben94604 001.231.18.00 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION: PAYI 9,582.24
Total : 9,582.24
7252 8/5/2020 000162 VANTAGE TRANSFER AGENTS, 401A EXEC PI Ben94606 001,231.14.00 401 EXEC PLAN: PAYMENT 703.31
Total : 703.31
11 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 384,849.39
11 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 384,849.39
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
Invoice
Fund/Dept Description/Account
Amount
51442 8/14/2020 007687 DUNN & BLACK PS CIP 0143 ROW 314.000.143.595 CIP 0143 PARCEL ACQUISITION: 5E 405,000.00
Total : 405,000.00
1 Vouchers for bank code : apbank
1 Vouchers in this report
I, the undersigned, do certify under penalty of perjury,
that the materials have been furnished, the services
rendered, or the labor performed as described herein
and that the claim is just, due and an unpaid
obligation against the City of Spokane Valley, and that
I am,authorized to tai he ate and certify said claim.
( i ,: r
I`� :.4/1 /�//
v
Finance Directory Date
Council member reviewed:
Mayor Date
Council Member Date
Bank total : 405,000.00
Total vouchers : 405,000.00
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept DescriptionlAccount Amount
51443 8/14/2020 000404 SPOKANE VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM 20.08 001.040.042.558 DIGITAL PHOTO 54.45
Total : 54.45
51444 8/14/2020 007136 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC 14MC-QRL4-1 KLH 001.033.000.518 SUPPLIES FOR CITY HALL 120.81
1Y7V-13PD-WY91 001.040.043.558 SUPPLIES FOR BUILDING 47.88
Total : 168.69
51445 8/14/2020 007808 AMENTO GROUP INC 062047 001.033.099.518 CONTRACT 02-041: PROFESSIONAL SI 4,169.50
Total : 4,169.50
51446 8/14/2020 000603 CONTRACT DESIGN ASSOCIATES INC 47061 001.040.043.558 LABOR TO ADJUST FILE CABINETS 365.90
Total : 365.90
51447 8/14/2020 007871 EMPIRE SPRAY SERVICE INC 46471 001.033.000.518 SUMMER SERVICES AT CITY HALL 266.81
46485 001.016.016.521 SUMMER SERVICES AT PRECINCT 81.68
Total : 348.49
51448 8/14/2020 001944 LANCER LTD 0477882 001.090.000.519 ENVELOPES 235.50
Total : 235.50
51449 8/14/2020 000065 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 3453203283 001.040.043.558 COPY PAPER PERMIT CENTER 538.25
3453203284 001.040,043-558 SUPPLIES FOR BLD DEPT 47.65
Total : 585.90
51450 8/14/2020 007159 THE HOME DEPOT PRO 563411636 001.016.016.521 SUPPLIES FOR PRECINCT 188.83
563411644 001.016.016.521 SUPPLIES FOR PRECINCT 314.72
Total : 503.55
51451 8/14/2020 003639 ULINE SHIP SUPPLIES 122446389 001.040.043.558 PLOTTER PAPER 340.90
Total : 340.90
51452 8/14/2020 000652 OFFICE DEPOT INC. 108950209001 001.013.015.515 SUPPLIES FOR LEGAL 113.51
Total : 113.51
51453 8/14/2020 004740 THOMSON REUTERS-WEST 842756599 001.013.015.515 SUBSCRIPTION CHARGES 838.41
Total : 838.41
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51454 8/14/2020 002259 MENKE JACKSON BEYER LLP 480 314.000.143.595 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 6,932.80
Total : 6,932.80
51455 8/14/2020 004046 AMERICAN ONSITE SERVICES 350049 001.076.300.576 PORTABLE RESTROOMS AT PARKS 289.00
Total : 289.00
51456 8/14/2020 000795 EARTHWORKS RECYCLING INC. 364487 001.076.305.575 RECYCLING COLLECTION AT CENTER 20.00
Total : 20.00
51457 8/14/2020 001635 ISS FACILITY EVENT SERVICES 1481453 001.076.305.575 MAY 2020 MONTHLY CLEANING AT CO 8,085.09
Total : 8,085.09
51458 8/14/2020 004926 LE CATERING CO E02543 001.076.305.575 E02543: CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY 30.00
Total : 30.00
51459 8/14/2020 000662 NAT'L BARRICADE & SIGN CO 1008818 001.076.301.571 SMALL TOOLS MINOR EQUIP FOR PAR 477.74
108814 001.076.301.571 SMALL TOOLS MINOR EQUIP FOR PAR 313.63
Total : 791.37
51460 8/14/2020 001860 PLATT ELECTRIC SUPPLY 0000122 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CP 34.34
0P15425 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CP 136.78
0P15797 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CP 74.00
0P38467 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CP 35.58
Total : 280.70
51461 8/14/2020 007741 REFRIGERATION SUPPLIES D[ST 16253944-00 001.033.000.518 CREDIT MEMO - CITY HALL INVOICE 1i -193.70
16255289-00 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CENTEI 71.70
16255753-00 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CENTEI 145.69
16255878-00 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CENTEI 174.57
16255881-00 001.076.305.575 REPAIR AND MAINT SUPPLIES CENTEI 489.00
Total : 687.26
51462 8/14/2020 000709 SENSKE LAWN & TREE CARE INC. 10107182 001.076.300.576 ADDITIONAL EMPLOYEE TO CLEAN PP 1,524.60
10114303 001.076.305.575 QUARTERLY PEST CONTROL AT CENT 353.93
10132214 001.076.300.576 ADDITIONAL EMPLOYEE TO CLEAN PP 1,524.60
Total : 3,403.13
51463 8/14/2020 001922 SWANK MOTION PICTURES INC RG 2890803 001.076.301.571 SUMMER OUTDOOR MOVIE LICENSE 695.00
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher
Date Vendor
Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51463 8/14/2020 001922 001922 SWANK MOTION PICTURES INC (Continued)
51464 8/14/2020 004437 COMMUNITY ATTRIBUTES INC
51465 8/14/2020 000321 GREATER SPOKANE INC
51466 8/14/2020 006328 KREM-TV
51467 8/14/2020 000326 CONSOLIDATED IRRIGATION #19
51468 8/14/2020 000070 INLAND POWER & LIGHT CO
51469 8/14/2020 000388 IRVIN WATER DIST. #6
51470 8/14/2020 000132 MODERN ELECTRIC WATER CO
2886
125543
7-2020 Summary Bill
July 2020
July 2020
July 2020
July 2020
July 2020
July 2020
Total : 695.00
001.040.312.558 312 - APPLEWAY TRAIL ED STUDY 2,270.00
Total: 2,270.00
001.040.042.558 MEMBERSHIIP DUES/ECONOMIC DEV 4,494.11
Total : 4,494.11
001.040.042.558 ADVERTISING 5,000.00
Total : 5,000.00
402.402.000.531 UTILITIES: JULY 2020 532.84
001.076.300.576 UTILITIES: JULY 2020 PARKS AND CP 1,062.77
Total : 1,595.61
101.042.000.542 UTILITIES: JULY 2020 446.39
Total : 446.39
001.076.300.576 UTILITIES: PARKS AND CPW JULY 202( 348.32
Total : 348.32
101.042.000.542 UTILITIES: JULY 2020 CPW 12,207.40
001.016.016.521 UTILITIES: JULY 2020 PARKS 4,507.19
Total : 16,714.59
51471 8/14/2020 000324 SPOKANE CO WATER DIST #3 July 2020 402.402.000.531 WATER CHARGES FOR JULY 2020 #2 1,872.65
Total : 1,872.65
51472 8/14/2020 000167 VERA WATER & POWER July 2020 402.402.000.531 UTILITIES: JULY 2024 4,337.36
Total : 4,337.36
51473 8/14/2020 002259 MENKE JACKSON BEYER LLP 499 001.013.015.515 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 874.00
Total : 874.00
31 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 66,892.18
31 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 66,892.18
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher
Date Vendor
Invoice Fund/Dept DescriptionfAccount Amount
51474 8/17/2020 000969 ADAMS & CLARK INC. FP-2020-0012 001.040.043.322 RECORDING FEE REFUND: FP-2020-0C 2.00
Total : 2.00
51475 8/17/2020 007927 CLARK, JERREMY EXPENSES 001.040.043.558 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 37.00
Total : 37.00
51476 8/17/2020 006515 HELBIG, BILL EXPENSES 001.040.041.543 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 36.46
Total : 36.46
51477 8/17/2020 004630 MAY, KENDALL EXPENSES 001.076.301.571 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 78.20
Total : 78.20
51478 8/17/2020 006573 NATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN CONST PAYAPP 4 303.000.302.595 3021303-CONSTRUCTION 4.297,81
Total : 4,297.81
51479 8/17/2020 007633 PALMER CONSTRUCTION BLD-2020-2331 001.040.043.322 PERMIT REFUND: BLD-2020-2331 195.25
Total : 195.25
51480 8/17/2020 007280 PATTERSON, MARCI EXPENSES 001.011.000.511 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 138.81
Total : 138.81
51481 8/17/2020 006348 POWERS-HENDERSON, CANDICE EXPENSES 001.040.041.543 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 19.32
Total : 19.32
51482 8/17/2020 007878 SIGNATURE ROOFING PAY APP1 309.000.305.594 0305-CONSTRUCTION 150,262.00
Total : 150,262.00
51483 8/17/2020 004072 STURM HEATING INC BLD-2020-2447 001.040.043.322 PERMIT REFUND: BLD-2020-2447 12.50
Total: 12.50
51484 8/17/2020 000842 WM WINKLER COMPANY PAYAPP 5 R1 309.000.304.594 0304-CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT 198,965.82
Total : 198,965.82
11 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 354,045.17
11 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 354,045.17
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Bank code: apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
Invoice
51485 8/17/2020 000734 DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
51486 8/17/2020 002604 DELL FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC
51487 8/17/2020 003238 KPFF CONSULTING ENGINEERS
51488 8/17/2020 000322 CENTURYLINK
51489 8/17/2020 007168 ZOOM VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS INC
51490 8/17/2020 003274 EXCHANGE PUBLISHING LLC
51491 8/17/2020 006675 MODERN OFFICE EQUIPMENT INC
51492 8/17/2020 000652 OFFICE DEPOT INC.
51493 8/17/2020 002290 PURCHASE POWER
51494 8/17/2020 004535 SHRED -IT USA LLC
51495 8/17/2020 000001 SPOKANE CO TREASURER
51496 8/17/2020 000065 STAPLES ADVANTAGE
RE-313-ATB00413070 A
80512484
334188
July 19-Aug 19 2020
INV34782336
575161
575892
130984
103521611001
108647573001
POSTAGE
8180208550
42000758
3453203285
3453203286
Fund/Dept
101.000.000.542
001.090.000.548
403.000.308.589
001,090,000.518
001,090,000.518
001.011.000.511
001,011,000.511
001.018.014.514
001.016.000.521
001.018.014.514
001.143.70.00
001.090.000.518
001.016.000.554
001.090.000.519
001.090.000.519
0308-ENGINEERING &ARCHITECTURE
CITY HALL PHONES
SOFTWARE LICENSE
ADVERTISING
ADVERTISING
OFFICE SUPPLIES: FINANCE
OFFICE SUPPLIES: FARU
OFFICE SUPPLIES: FINANCE
REFILL POSTAGE METER
DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION
ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES AUGUST
KITCHEN SUPPLIES
KITCHEN SUPPLIES
2020 DELL DESKTOP LEASE 48 MONTI
Description/Account
Amount
REIMBURSE ROADWAY MAINTENANCi
270.00
Total : 270.00
986.55
Total : 986.55
5,207.28
Total : 5,207.28
287.64
Total : 287.64
151.49
Total : 151.49
35.25
35.25
Total : 70.50
184.04
Total : 184.04
32.43
54.46
Total : 86.89
5,017.00
Total : 5,017.00
322.20
Total : 322.20
22, 337.20
Total : 22,337.20
30,97
31.44
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Voucher List
Spokane Valley
Page:-aZ--
Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor
Invoice
51496 8/17/2020 000065 STAPLES ADVANTAGE
51497 8117/2020 000257 STATE AUDITOR'S OFFICE
51498 8117/2020 007136 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC
51499 8/17/2020 000652 OFFICE DEPOT INC.
51500 8/17/2020 003078 ALLWEST TESTING & ENGINEERING
51501 8/17/2020 007637 COMMONSTREET CONSULTING LLC
51502 8/17/2020 004278 ARCHITECTS WEST INC
51503 8/17/2020 000683 DAVID EVANS &ASSOCIATES
51504 8/17/2020 005353 INTERMOUNTAIN MATERIALS
51505 8/17/2020 007684 SPIRIT PRUNERS LLC
51506 8/17/2020 007637 COMMONSTREET CONSULTING LLC
51507 8/17/2020 000683 DAVID EVANS &ASSOCIATES
(Continued)
3453203288
L138144
1 PVH-LGDV-J1XK
111820091001
111822253001
98267
CSROW 20193
10987
470417
12199
4172
CSROW 20192
470370
Fund/Dept
001.090.000.519
001.090.000.514
001.090.000.518
001.090.000.519
001.090.000.519
311.000.285.595
314.000.223.595
309.000.305.594
303.000.300.595
309.000.304.594
303.000.259.595
303.000.275.595
314.000.143.595
DescriptioniAccount
Amount
KITCHEN SUPPLIES
SAO AUDIT OF 2019
Total:
Total :
COMPUTER HARDWARE: NON -CAPITA
Total :
OFFICE SUPPLIES: GEN'L GOV'T
OFFICE SUPPLIES: GEN'L GOV'T
Total :
0285-MATERIALS TESTING
0223-RIGHT-OF-WAY SERVICES
305-ENG & ARCHITECURAL
0300-TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
0304-MATERIAL TESTING
CIP 0259
Total :
Total :
Total :
Total:
Total :
Total :
0275/0313-RIGHT-OF-WAY SERVICES
Total :
0143-DESIGN SERVICES
21.43
83.84
40,843.13
40,843.13
877.71
877.71
22.06
8.16
30.22
4,663.75
4,863.75
1,303.92
1,303.92
1,080.00
1,080.00
4,762.35
4,762.35
1,032.88
1,032.88
117.61
117.61
2,079.84
2,079.84
60,999,28
Total : 60,999.28
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Bank code : apbank
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Fund/Dept Description/Account Amount
51508 8/17/2020 000140 WALT'S MAILING SERVICE LTD 74502 303.000.275.595 CIP 0275: POSTAGE SERVICES 852.47
Total : 852.47
51509 8/17/2020 003274 EXCHANGE PUBLISHING LLC 575162 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 99.00
575163 001.013.000.513 LEGAL PUBLICATION 24.00
575164 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 93.75
575166 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 86.90
575894 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 104.28
Total : 407.93
51510 8/17/2020 001447 FREE PRESS PUBLISHING INC 51090 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 96.05
51091 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 76.50
51157 001.013.000.513 LEGAL PUBLICATION 52.80
51158 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 227.20
51159 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 220.80
51161 001.040.043.558 LEGAL PUBLICATION 102.00
Total : 775.35
26 Vouchers for bank code : apbank Bank total : 154,831.07
26 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 154,831.07
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval :
Item: Check all that apply: ® consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Payroll for Pay Period Ending August 15, 2020
GOVERNING LEGISLATION:
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN:
BACKGROUND:
Budget/Financial impacts:
Employees Council Total
Gross: $ 311,871.89 $ $ 311,871.89
Benefits: $ 66,358.38 $ $ 66,358.38
Total payroll $ 378,230.27 $ $ 378,230.27
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to Approve above payroll. [Approved as part of
the Consent Agenda, or may be removed and discussed separately.]
STAFF CONTACT: Raba Nimri
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MINUTES
City of Spokane Valley
City Council Regular Meeting
Study Session Format
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Mayor Wick called the meeting to order at 6 pm. The meeting was held in City Hall with Council and staff
participating via ZOOM.
Ben Wick, Mayor
Brandi Peetz, Deputy Mayor
Pam Haley, Councilmember
Tim Hattenburg, Councilmember
Rod Higgins, Councilmember
Linda Thompson, Councilmember
Arne Woodard, Councilmember
Mark Calhoun, City Manager
John Hohman, Deputy City Manager
Cary Driskell, City Attorney
Mike Stone, Parks & Rec Director
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Bill Helbig, City Engineer
Morgan Koudelka, Sr. Admin. Analyst
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
ROLL CALL City Clerk Bainbridge called the roll; all Councilmembers were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: It was moved by Councilmember Hattenburg, seconded and unanimously
agreed to approve the agenda.
ACTION ITEM:
1. Resolution 20-011 Declaring Horse Arena Property Surplus — Chelsie Taylor, Erik Lamb
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve Resolution 20-011 declaring the property
known as Spokane County parcel number 45291.9003 surplus to the needs of the City and authorize the
City Manager to dispose of the property pursuant to SVMC 3.49.020. City Attorney Driskell gave a brief
re -cap of the property and stated that we can't find suitable municipal use for that property. There were no
public comments. Vote by acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried.
NON -ACTION ITEM:
2. Washington State Department of Commerce Shelter Program Grant — Morgan Koudelka, John Hohman,
Erik Lamb
Mr. Koudelka started by explaining that a few weeks ago, Council heard a discussion about a $2.7 million
grant that we and the City of Spokane and Spokane County were jointly going to apply for from the
Department of Commerce, that the purpose of the funds was to acquire and operate a young adult shelter
for homeless individuals ages 18 through 24; he said tonight is another opportunity to comment regarding
the use of the funds before we sign on to the joint application; said he wanted to provide some additional
clarification regarding the specifics of the use of the funds. Mr. Kundela explained that originally all funds
were being considered to operate a young adult shelter but other options have been identified for acquisition
and remodel, such as use of COVID-related funds, and of the idea of finding a facility for the interim; he
said there is a short timeline with the grant in that there must be beds built by December 1 of this year,
which he said is going to be difficult to accomplish. Mr. Koudelka said that yesterday the Board of County
Commissioners agreed to provide $2 million for acquisition and remodel of the former housing authority
building off of Division for the remodel costs associated with the Cannon Street facility; and that they
thought that once the use of the arena for COVID-related sheltering ends August 13, that those folks would
be moved to the Mission Avenue facility; and if that was no longer needed, that facility could transition
into the Bridge shelter for adults, which he said was discussed previously and is a separate use from
tonight's conversation. With that being said, Mr. Koudelka said there is now a need to find a facility for the
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young adult shelter; he said the application in the packet has been revised to include some funding for
capital purposes with $430,000 identified to be used for capital funding, which per the grant guidelines,
includes up to $10,000 per bed. Mr. Koudelka further explained about the operating fund, and said that the
City of Spokane would be the only entity with staff knowledgeable enough and have the expertise to serve
as the lead applicant for the grant for the young adult shelter. Mr. Koudelka added that the deadline to apply
for the grant was extended to the end of this month.
Mr. Hohman went through the major points of the July 16, 2020 Memorandum from Ms. Nickerson and
Mr. Basinger which outlines the three primary components to siting and operating a youth adult shelter;
that of zoning compliance, project permitting, and building modifications; said while we all recognize the
importance of having a facility, the existing requirements we have to meet in our code means the only
allowed zone is Multi -Family Residential; and it would be allowed only by going through the conditional
use permit process, which he said is conducted before the Hearing Examiner; said this would be much like
a normal subdivision process which includes noticing requirements, review time, hearing, appeal, etc., and
that the quickest time would be about 18 weeks; said the issue is to locate a facility but those conversations
have not been held in the community. Mr. Hohman also noted we could look at the code text amendment
process and at the comp plan, but those modifications take a long time and include such things as SEPA
(State Environmental Protection Act) review and public notice, and is a longer process of about 22 weeks.
Lengthy discussion included the conditional use permit process, which would also be about 18 weeks just
to get on the Hearing Examiner's schedule; possible locations near community colleges, bus lines and other
services; the idea of putting youth in hotel rooms which it was mentioned, didn't seem prudent or plausible
since it wouldn't be a normal short -time hotel stay; and that this is a complicated and confusing process
and that the bottom line is, we don't want young adults homeless as we move into winter, and it is likely
that COVID will still be here. Mr. Koudelka also mentioned that Spokane was using a realtor to search
throughout the entire county for a location, but that properties are hard to come by and we need to establish
parameters for this shelter. It was also noted that if a hotel was used as a temporary shelter, it would have
to meet zoning criteria. Deputy City Attorney Lamb said there may be some flexibility when it comes to
hotels as a temporary shelter, and that perhaps an entity could provide a voucher, but he added it would be
a challenge. Mayor Wick said there will be opportunities for further discussion as everyone wants to find
a way to make this work. Mr. Koudelka said that the City of Spokane and Spokane County are listening to
use now; that this is great dialogue and that this helps him go back and work with staff and other
jurisdictions as everyone works to figure out a way to make this work and that moving forward, we will
sign the joint application; and said the terms of the grant require the facility to be full scale by December
1; he also noted that starting with ten hotel rooms and working up to 43 beds would be a problem, and that
he and others will continue to explore all options.
3. Splashdown Contract Amendment — Mike Stone, Cary Driskell
Parks & Recreation Director Stone explained that our current lease with Splashdown requires them to pay
the City $15,000 in three payments of $5,000 each through the summer, and to maintain liability coverage
for any claims that may be made; however, with the COVID situation, Splashdown is not going to open so
they will not generate any revenue. Mr. Stone said he checked with the City's insurance carrier, WCIA who
indicated that the Splashdown facility could be covered by the City's pool coverage provided it remained
closed, and posted with appropriate "No Trespassing" signs, which Mr. Stone said has been done.
Councilmember Thompson asked if the owners of Splashdown tried to take advantage of any of the COVID
relief funds and Mr. Driskell said he hasn't talked to them about any of those efforts; he said we consider
the facility very important to our families and this is an unusual and unique position; said this waiver of
fees and insurance would be at no cost to us, and is our attempt to help the situation. There was Council
consensus to place an amended lease agreement on the next Council Consent Agenda.
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4. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Councilmember Thompson mentioned CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funds, and the idea
of looking at the process and investing in resources in becoming our own entitlement city. Mayor Wick
said our current situation is good for three more years, and that this is perhaps something which can be
addressed during the budget retreat. Mr. Calhoun said he and staff are in the process of putting together
the budget workshop materials, and this was a topic he was going to initiate with Council as part of the
budget workshop, including the use of HB 1406 funds. Councilmembers agreed.
5. Council Check -in — Mayor Wick
Councilmember Hattenburg mentioned the positive way an officer checked on a homeless person who
seemed to be loitering on a bench near a business, and how nice it is to hear such positive outcomes.
6. City Manager Comments — Mark Calhoun
City Manager Calhoun reminded everyone of the upcoming August 4 budget workshop for the 2021 budget;
said it will be an all -day workshop beginning at 8:30 a.m. and going to about 2:30 p.m.; that it will be done
in the familiar Zoom format, the public will be able to watch, but there will be no public comments;
however, he said there will be three public hearings on the 2021 budget as we move through the process.
He also noted the regular evening August 4 council meeting has been cancelled.
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz, seconded and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 7:04 p.m.
ATTEST: Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
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MINUTES
SPOKANE VALLEY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
FORMAL FORMAT
Spokane Valley City Hall
Spokane Valley, Washington
July 28, 2020
Mayor Wick called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via ZOOM meeting.
Attendance:
Councilmembers
Ben Wick, Mayor
Brandi Peetz, Deputy Mayor
Pam Haley, Councilmember
Tim Hattenburg Councilmember
Rod Higgins, Councilmember
Linda Thompson, Councilmember
Arne Woodard, Councilmember
Staff
John Hohman, Deputy City Manager
Cary Driskell, City Attorney
Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Connor Lange, Planner
Carrie Koudelka, Deputy City Clerk
ROLL CALL: Deputy City Clerk Koudelka called the roll; all Councilmembers were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz, seconded and unanimously agreed to
approve the amended agenda.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS - MultiCare Hospital Update
on COVID-19 Impact on Hospitals:
Mayor Wick introduced Dr. David O'Brien, Sr. Vice President and Chief Executive for MultiCare Eastern
Region; and Gregg Repetti, President of MultiCare Deaconess and Valley Hospitals to update Council on
the impacts that local hospitals are facing due to the pandemic. Dr. O'Brien said that they have been
following the increase in COVID-19 cases in the region and that currently the number of hospitalizations
due to the virus are between twelve and thirteen per day where typically that number is around five to eight
new hospitalizations per day. He said they predict within a couple of weeks that the number will be up in
twenties due to the number of positive cases they have been tracking. He said there is also concern that staff
and patients in nursing homes are being impacted by the virus. He said that it has been scientifically shown
that social distancing, proper hygiene and wearing masks reduce the spread of the virus and flatten the
curve.
Mr. Repetti said Valley hospital is getting two to four new patients daily and that nationally, the largest
group testing positive is the 25- to 30-year old age bracket. He said the A -symptomatic patients can easily
spread the virus to others and the average stay for patients is ten to fourteen days. He said that wearing
masks is very important. They are conducting optional COVID-19 testing for surgical procedures at the
discretion of both the surgeons and patients, and that most of the elective COVID-19 tests are sent to the
University of Washington with a turnaround time of seventy-two hours. He said the positive cases of
COVID-19 have increased significantly in Kootenai County and they have seen a rise in the number of
cases in their staff. Mr. Repetti said the medical staff is concerned that people are not coming into hospitals
for other care and he said they are taking a number of precautions, including limiting the number of visitors
to one adult per patient, screening patients at the door and discouraging visitors, as well as cleaning the
facilities. He said they do not want people to avoid seeking essential care and added that they are nearly
back to their normal number of surgical procedures and it is safe to see patients. In response to Deputy
Mayor Peetz's question about two strains of the virus, he confirmed there has been a minor change in the
DNA of the virus and the current strain infecting Florida and others may be of a different strain. He said
either way, both are infective and both have been shown that incident rates can be leveled out using masking
and social distancing practices.
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COMMITTEE, BOARD, LIAISON SUMMARY REPORTS:
Councilmember Woodard: nothing to report.
Councilmember Haley: said that at the Continuum of Care board meeting they discussed the new shelter.
She said Spokane Housing Authority (STA) is the contractor, remodeling has begun and it should be ready
on schedule. She also said that at the STA board meeting they discussed the new per -month Vanpool pricing
that she said is more affordable and easier to understand. She said that between 2021 and 2026, STA expects
to lose $103 million and there will be some route delays; and that STA received a clean audit for 2019.
Councilmember Thompson: said that at the Board of Health Policy Committee they talked about adopting
regional health equity response to educate and implement policies for better access to treatment.
Councilmember Higgins: said the Clean Air executive director moved to Wisconsin so they are searching
for a replacement. He said they are now in the preliminary review and they expect someone on board within
ninety days.
Councilmember Hattenburg: said that the STA Recovery plan is a six -year plan and he said that STA
provided over $20,000 in Meals on Wheels using paratransit.
Deputy Mayor Peetz: said that at the Coffee with Congress meeting, Senator Maria Cantwell spoke about
the ten percent tariff on wheat and the impact to farmers, as well as broadband activity and federal
unemployment. She said the Valley Chamber's 21st annual golf tournament is August 6t1i, and they are
relocating their office from Liberty Lake to Spokane Valley in the former bank by Valley Tech.
MAYOR'S REPORT:
Mayor Wick reported that Central Valley School District's plan for returning to school in the fall is a hybrid
approach. He said they received 4,000 responses to their survey of parents and that thirty percent of those
responses said they were not comfortable with the schools reopening. He said the hotels and motels were
at fifty percent occupancy for the month of June and the occupancy in Spokane Valley was higher than the
average in downtown Spokane, and higher than the average in the state. He said July is looking better than
June for occupancy and the average daily rate.
PROCLAMATION: n/a
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Barb Howard, Spokane Valley, read an email from Don West to Robert Lutz "I will try to remember when
someone else enters a complaint to check the name that they entered for follow up. I did enter it in an
investigation portion on the last screen but didn't change it on the demographic page. My daughter's name
is Brandi Peetz. Yes, we know Chuck Hafner. He is helping Brandi with her campaign. I asked Brandi and
the other candidates if they would like to meet with you sometime and they were eager to meet with you
and if you can squeeze it in your schedule. I'm not sure what your schedule is like and when you work. The
candidates said Wednesday night would work for them. I know its short notice but if it doesn't work we
can go to plan B. I appreciate you reaching out to Brandi and the other candidates to gather more information
in order to relay to the Valley voters. I can't believe this Council is thinking on taking this on either. I am
hoping only that two that follow the current councilmembers believe that this is a good idea. Number One
if it is not a decision that this Council should be voting on because it's not within their scope. If they did
vote on it and it passed, we would be looking at a major lawsuit. Brandi's opponent Cabe [sic] Collier and
his wife Gill are pushing this because they do not vaccinate their children. Gill Collier is a nurse at
Deaconess I am told. I miss seeing you and everyone once in a while but like I did before. Brandi's cell
(not disclosed) she works and is not always able to answer her phone and will get back to you." Ms. Howard
stated she thinks this is electioneering and she said she doesn't think Bob Lutz should be involved in politics
and that three of the candidates are sitting on the Council.
1. CONSENT AGENDA: 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: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
a. Approval of claim vouchers on July 28, 2020, Request for Council Action Form Total: $2,380,539.80
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b. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending July 15, 2020: $391,097.33
c. Approval of Council Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2020 Study Session Format
d. Approval of Council Meeting Minutes of July 14, 2020 Regular Formal Format
e. Approval of Splashdown Contract Amendment
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz, seconded and unanimously agreed to approve the Consent Agenda.
NEW BUSINESS:
2. Resolution 20-012 Setting Public Hearing for Street Vacation STV 2020-0001 — Connor Lange
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve Resolution 20-012, setting August 27, 2020,
as the date .for a public hearing before the Planning Commission on street vacation application STV 2020-
0001. Planner Lange said the proposal is a privately -initiated vacation of a portion of Desmet Court as
shown in the packet materials. He said the first step is to schedule the public hearing to be held by the
Planning Commission. The proposal is to vacate the cul-de-sac and move it to a new location. There were
no public comments. Vote by acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried
3. Motion Consideration: Council Goals & Priorities for Use of Lodging Taxes — Chelsie Taylor
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve the Council goals and priorities. for the use
of lodging tax revenues as written. Finance Director Taylor said at the meeting on July 14th, Council
discussed how lodging tax funds could be used and Council chose not to make any modifications to the
goals and priorities for the 2021 awards. She said final approval of the LTAC recommendations will come
before Council December 8, 2020, for award. There were no public comments. Vote by acclamation: in
favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried.
4. Motion Consideration: Tourism Promotion Area Appointment — Mayor Wick
Mayor Wick said he received and reviewed two applications for appointment to the TPA and he
recommended Jody Sander who has served in the role since Spokane Valley incorporated as a city. It was
moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to confirm the Mayoral appointment of Jody Sander to the
Tourism Promotion Area Commission. for a three-year term beginning immediately upon appointment, and
expiring April 30, 2023. There were no public comments. Vote by acclamation: in favor: unanimous.
Opposed: none. Motion carried.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY: n/a
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
5. Tourism Promotion Area Update — Erik Lamb
Deputy City Attorney Lamb went over the information provided on the RCA. He said the authority to
charge an additional assessment expires in 2027. The original interlocal agreement with Spokane County
was signed in 2004, includes Spokane and Spokane Valley, and has five classification zones. The TPA
created the Spokane Hotel and Motel Commission and approval authority lies with the County
Commissioners. He said it is managed by Visit Spokane, by contract, and they prepare the annual budget
for the TPA which gets approved by the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC). He said that prior to the
pandemic, the TPA budgeted $3.7 million for 2020 and in recent years their budget was around $2.9 million.
He said their budget will likely be impacted by the pandemic. Mr. Lamb said that in 2020, funds were
awarded to Crave and Winterfest in Spokane Valley by the BoCC. He said the current interlocal agreement
is perpetual and we are limited to make changes to the agreement provided the other parties all agree to the
changes. He said Council can consider items they would like included in the new agreement.
5a. CARES Grant Program Contract Administration — Chelsie Taylor, Erik Lamb
Deputy City Attorney Lamb said the City was awarded $2.9 million in CARES funds to use for costs
associated with the pandemic. He said the Small Business and Non-profit Program was allocated $1.3
million and includes $904,498 for small businesses and $75,000 for phase 4 hospitality businesses. Council
agreed on criteria of eighteen or fewer employees and grant awards up to $7,158 per entity. He said Spokane
County has a similar program with Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI), and, he said, we can piggyback on the
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program the Valley Chamber has with Spokane County's Small Business/Non-profit grant program to more
efficiently distribute funds to the community, hopefully by the end of August. He said the County has a
contract with GSI and GSI is working with the Spokane Valley Chamber and subcontracting with Innovia
to provide software that will house the database of applicants and distribute the funds. He said the County
can utilize the database and it went live yesterday for applications. There will be a two -week application
evaluation period and then they will begin electronic disbursements through Innovia. He said those
applicants that are not awarded funds by the County could be reviewed by Spokane Valley for disbursement
of funds from our grant monies beginning August 10th, with a review period of ten to fourteen days and
disbursement of funds in September. He said he does not think that if applicants have received prior CARES
Act funds that that would make them ineligible for more CARES funds from Spokane Valley. He said
criteria to be included in the application process are detailed on the RCA and staff is still working on criteria
for phase 4 hospitality.
Mr. Lamb said the cost to have an outside entity administer the program is estimated to be 4.5 - 6 percent,
which would be $59,226 or up to $78,968 if it includes a media campaign. He said that Economic
Development staff said they could likely put out our media campaign. He said that we do not yet have a
scope for the contract, but staff is looking for consensus to move forward with the Spokane Valley Chamber
to finalize the agreement and to come back to Council next week at a special meeting to approve the
contract. Finance Directory Taylor said everything is moving and changing very fast and staff is working
to get a program together to benefit the community.
Council discussed criteria to include in the applications and there was consensus that the applicants should
be limited to those with 501c3 status, that their minimum gross revenue be $10,000, that they are selected
by a lottery system, and that the City's Economic Development department do our media campaign.
6. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Councilmember Thompson said she would like to discuss the terms used to describe officers of Spokane
Valley Police Department, referred to as deputies rather than officers to distinguish them from Spokane
police officers. City Attorney Driskell said staff have been talking with Chief Ellis and will involve Sheriff
Knezovich to come up with language that conveys that Spokane Valley is a separate entity that relies on
Spokane County deputies. He said he expects to have something put together in near future.
INFORMATION ONLY: The department reports were not reported or discussed.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
Deputy City Manager Hohman reminded Council of the budget workshop on August 4th from 8:30 am to
approximately 2:30 pm and that it will be a different format from the Zoom meetings in that it will be a
webinar format with instructions to join in the agenda packet for that meeting. He said the 6:00 pm Council
meeting for that evening has been canceled, but there is a possibility of bringing forward the contract with
Spokane Valley Chamber, as discussed earlier, at a special meeting on August 4th at 3:00 p.m.
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz, seconded and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
ATTEST: Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
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SPOKANE VALLEY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
BUDGET WORKSHOP
Spokane Valley City Hall Council Chambers — Via Zoom
Spokane Valley, Washington
August 4, 2020
Staff
Ben Wick, Mayor
Brandi Peetz, Deputy Mayor
Pam Haley, Councilmember
Tim Hattenburg, Councilmember
Rod Higgins, Councilmember
Linda Thompson, Councilmember
Arne Woodard, Councilmember
Mark Calhoun, City Manager
John Hohman, Deputy City Manager
Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Cary Driskell, City Attorney
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Mike Stone, Parks & Rec. Director
Dave Ellis, Police Chief
Morgan Koudelka, Sr. Admin. Analyst
John Whitehead, Human Resources Manager
Bill Helbig, City Engineer
Jenny Nickerson, Building Official
Mike Basinger, Economic Development Mgr.
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Mayor Wick called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
WELCOME: Mayor Wick welcomed everyone to the meeting.
ROLL CALL: City Clerk Bainbridge called the roll; all Councilmembers were present.
Worksheet Overview — Mark Calhoun, Chelsie Taylor
City Manager Calhoun explained that although this meeting is not being broadcast live, it can be viewed
live via Zoom, and will be available on our website at the end of the meeting; he mentioned the four
priorities of (1) public safety, (2) pavement preservation, (3) transportation and infrastructure, and (4)
economic development and said that throughout this process, the meeting will focus on the combined effort
of those four priorities; mentioned that today's workshop is occurring later in the year than usual due to the
current COVID-19 pandemic as we felt it worthwhile to wait for revenue figures, which he said were just
received in the past two weeks, and said that Ms. Taylor has updated the 2020-2021 revenue projections.
Mr. Calhoun extended thanks to Finance Director Taylor and the finance depaitinent, and to all the staff
who contributed to the process. Mr. Calhoun said that there will be a variety of changes between now and
September 8 when Council will again hear a report on the refined 2021 budget estimated revenues and
expenditures; and he noted staff will closely monitor the sale tax information as we go through the budget
process.
Mr. Calhoun said the notebook contains 22 sections and that we will cover the first 21 today, but will not
cover section 22 as that is the preliminary 2021 Business Plan, which he said is a critical component of this
entire process, but is included today for information only. Mr. Calhoun also noted the intent is to be finished
with today's meeting by 2:30 this afternoon, and that there will also be a special meeting at 2:45 p.m. to
handle just one item dealing with CARES funds. Mr. Calhoun said we will not go through all the line items,
but that it is important to share the information as part of being transparent. He mentioned we have a fairly
aggressive schedule and wants to focus on the bigger picture in each department and the material
expenditures, rather than delve into too much detail today, and said he will do his best to keep things
moving. As we begin the budget process, Mr. Calhoun explained, that due to significant reductions in
revenues caused by the COVID event, that the 2021 general budget will have expenditures exceeding
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revenues, but that we will be watching tax revenues carefully as we get more data from the state; he
mentioned our policy of setting aside a portion of the general fund fund balance that exceeds 50%, with
intent to use that in the future for continued levels of service, and that we usually wait 18 months to
determine how to allocate that excess; he noted this year he strongly recommends not moving money from
the general fund and to maintain historic levels of service; which he said is how this budget is built; that
overall there is a 4.1% increase to deliver the status quo of service; that the public safety budget is up by
5.5% and other departments' average increase is just over 1%; and explained that there is variation in budget
movement in the various departments, which is a result of a number of factors unique to department's
operations.
Finance Director Taylor then gave an overview of the binder and budget summaries; she explained the
section contents generally; that the budget reduction is not a recommended course of action but is there to
see what might occur due to an economic recession; she briefly explained the pages prior to Tab #1, and it
was noted the one column should be titled "proposed 2020 amended budget" since the 2020 budget has not
yet been amended, but which will occur as we receive more data. Director Taylor brought attention to page
7 of 13, and said the funds assume the economy goes back to previous levels; said we show operating
deficits of about $1.9 million so there will be a future budget amendment; she mentioned the transfers in to
001 and 312 as shown in the middle of page 7 and said this is just for the street fund. She stated that the
green pages are new for this year and reflects a second set of budget if we were to adopt cost cutting
measures in the street and stormwater fund; and she briefly went over the figures on page 11 showing the
second street fund budget with revenues the same as the white pages, but expenditures decreased $4.4
million compared to $5.6 million on page 7, and a reduced operating deficit down to about $769,000.
Director Taylor also noted page 13 which shows a ten-year summary of actual FTE (full time equivalent
employees), and has the footnote explaining the one vacant position in economic development was
repurposed to engineering. Ms. Taylor mentioned that this budget assumes we do not take the 1% allowed
increase in property taxes; and that although the month of June collections showed an increase in those
delayed tax filings from the Department of revenue, she wants to see further data before making any changes
to the 2021 projections; and again mentioned that all revenue estimates are subject to change.
[Note: Agenda items were taken in the order as noted below.]
Tab 1: City Council
City Manager Calhoun went over the spreadsheet showing the line -item details with three years of actual
expenditures; that this tab includes the 2020 budget and 2021 budget, as well as the budget reduction
exercise. Said the overall increase in this budget is 1.51% and mentioned the largest appropriations are for
the state and federal lobbyist services; as well as travel to Washington, D.C., and for memberships in AWC
(Association of Washington Cities) and the NLC (National League of Cities). Deputy Mayor Peetz noted
that council position #1 is no longer mayor and Mr. Calhoun said that will be changed to position #4.
Tab 2: City Mana&er
Mr. Calhoun noted this department shows an overall increase of 1.97%, and he briefly went over some of
the figures shown, remarking that the other services were reduced to reflect what we expect will be actual
expenditures; he noted a large category is professional services, and said he often uses that for needs in
other departments. Councilmember Thompson had a question about use of council travel funds and asked
if the transferring of one councilmember's funds to another is tracked. Mr. Calhoun said there is a form
where a councilmember can allocate a portion of their travel allowance; and that it does not create a formal
budget amendment as we adopt a budget total and not line -item totals.
Tab 3: City Attorney
City Attorney Driskell explained that this department includes three attorneys, an administrative assistance,
and two legal interns; said he uses outside counsel as needed or for specialty items like shoreline or grants
management; said about half of the litigation is handled by outside counsel and Deputy City Attorney Lamb
has taken on a fair amount of litigation; said his proposed budget is very stable relative to 2020, and includes
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an increase of 1.5% overall; said that for his and all departments, any budget left over and not spent is
returned to the general fund.
Tab 4: Public Safety
Senior Administrative Analyst Koudelka started out by going over page 1 of the public safety budget sheet;
he noted the large amount for miscellaneous contingency as there is a large amount of unknowns in the
2020 budget; said there was some reduction due to COVID-related impacts, but overall the budget is fairly
stable; he noted there are fewer cases and some changes in staffing levels likely with newer or entry-level
attorneys working on misdemeanors resulting in a little decrease; said the law enforcement contract
settlement driving the increase in the 2020 budget was partially based on 2019 costs and what is shown for
2019 isn't what we ended with; said the estimate was based on an estimate from the County that did not
include a COLA (cost of living allowance), so 2021 figures will get us caught up in COLAs for multiple
years; said there are now 14 positions fully budgeted which will allow the Sheriff to hire in advance and be
ready to fill open positions; said he is working with the County budget office and the Sheriff's Office to
recognize the current impact on our economy in revenues; that they are scaling back any discretionary
expenses that may have been an increase in previous years, and are postponing those types of costs; said he
will be working with Director Taylor to get a better feel for 2021 as we see where we stand in 2020.
There was a question from Deputy Mayor Peetz about a clothing budget, and Chief Ellis said there is a
clothing allowance in that the Sheriff's Office provides the initial first uniform when an officer is first hired.
Mr. Koudelka went over the highlights of the spreadsheets and said that the use of some software and
tracking will help in providing better accountability with overtime, training and scheduling time off, and to
make sure special unit costs are allocated within those units. Chief Ellis spoke a little about the current
training at a rented facility and that a new facility would have all that training moved. Mr. Calhoun added
that in the five-year contract with the County, there is a provision for anything expensive like a new training
center, but that doesn't necessarily mean that Spokane Valley would financially participate, but that it would
be dealt with through a separate discussion. In continuing to go over the figures, Mr. Koudelka mentioned
the issues with the current animal control and their new facility and said we offered to re -work some of the
components of the cost methodology to acknowledge some unforeseen cost increases, but that didn't come
to fruition so we are maintaining our status quo with our twenty-year agreement and said there are no plans
at this point to re -work the contract.
Tab 5: Deputy City Manager
Deputy City Manager Hohman explained that he oversees four operational divisions, and that he is the only
employee in this budget; said he tried to bring supplies and other services/charges including software
licenses more in line with actual services, and mentioned that the QAlert system is the system that allows
the public to address issues to the City. He also noted that the County GIS has been moved to economic
development.
Tab 6: Finance & Information Technolo&v
Finance Director Taylor said that the finance department is responsible for cash receiving, payroll, writing
checks, the annual audit, and IT; and includes 11.75 FTEs; said most of the increase is due to payroll and
some of the cuts are for supplies, to be more in line with the three-year average.
Tab 7: General Government
Ms. Taylor said this budget is for expenditures not included in any specific depaitnient, like for expenses
that benefit the city overall and includes a lot of IT expenses such as hardware and software.
Councilmember Thompson asked about the software purchase that was planned and Ms. Taylor said she
decided to postpone that for a while as it will be a substantial amount, and likely cost over $1 million.
Tab 8: Human Resources
Human Resources Manager Whitehead went over the spreadsheet for his department, noting that his
department includes just two FTEs; said some of the services they provide include payroll, ADA
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compliance, and risk management; said he looked at reducing expenditures without too much loss of
services; said in these times they will likely do less hiring so that means less advertising; and he mentioned
they will do collective bargaining again in 2021.
A recess was called at 10:05 a.m., and the meeting reconvened at 10:20 a.m.
Tab 9: City Hall Operations & Maintenance
Building Official Nickerson went over the preliminary information included in the spreadsheet; said that
the construction season isn't showing any signs of slowing although the full impact of COVID is unknown;
said professional services were reduced due to a contractor for landscaping being brought in-house and we
hired a part-time worker for landscaping for the summer to assist Mr. Moat; said they have seen an increase
in equipment repair and maintenance more than in the past for items such as lawn mowers in order to keep
those machines running well and able to attend to the facilities here and at the City shop.
Tab 10: Community & Public Works — Building & Planning
Building Official Nickerson explained that this division includes 21 FTEs; said cost for training was
reduced as much was brought in-house and other training sessions were cancelled due to COVID and lack
of ability to go to a training session in person; said they are working on more in-house training; mentioned
they will purchase code books this year instead of 2021, which will be good for at least three years; and
said the Code adoption was postponed to February of next year.
Tab 11: Community & Public Works — Engineering
City Engineer Helbig went over some of the figures in the Community and Public Works Engineering
spreadsheet; mentioned the four different sections including traffic, capital project, storm utility, and
development engineering; said Mr. Adam Jackson was transferred from Economic Development to his
department but that does not represent an increase in FTEs; said overall his department saw a .63%
nonpayroll increase and said most of the figures represent keeping the status quo. Deputy Mayor Peetz
asked if there are still openings and Mr. Helbig said the engineering and assistant engineering positions are
vacant but that is not reflected in the budget as he does not anticipate filling those positions at this time.
Mr. Calhoun added that not knowing the exact impact of COVID on our revenues, we are trying to hold
these positions open for a while and if it looks like the economy will straighten out, we could work on
filling the positions, or in the alternative, keep them vacant; but that has not yet been determined.
Tab 12: Community & Public Works
Economic Development Manager Basinger explained that this division includes five FTEs and one part-
time intern; said this division is designed to strengthen the City's identity, and provide business assistance
with primary focus on retention, and recruitment, and to support new events like CRAVE and Farmers
Market; said they manage contracts with partners like Visit Spokane and the Chamber, and this year his
area saw changes under wages adjusted to reflect the removal of one FTE moving to engineering. Mr.
Basinger also noted that the site selector is now facilitated by GSI (Greater Spokane, Inc.).
Mr. Calhoun said that since we are ahead of schedule, after Mr. Stone finishes we will have Mr. Helbig and
Mr. Hohman talk about the street operations and maintenance fund, and also the stormwater fund.
Tab 13: Parks & Recreation
Parks & Recreation Director Stone explained that there are six divisions in Parks & Recreation, and he went
over the information on the various divisions, explaining that the 2021 budget goal was to continue with
the status quo; said overall there was a department increase of 1.17%, some of which was affected by the
minimum wage, and some by aging facilities; said CenterPlace is usually open 18 to 20 hours a day,
although due to the pandemic, that is not the case now, and consequently, his department has much less
spending. Mr. Stone then gave the highlights of the Administration Division, Maintenance, Recreation,
Aquatics, Senior Center and CenterPlace; and said all park reservations and special events have been
cancelled although staff is taking reservations for events in 2021 and even some in 2022. Concerning
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aquatics, Mr. Stone mentioned our contract and great partnership with the YMCA; however, he noted we
will not be able to open pools this year; he said some time was spent on some pool repairs and routine
maintenance, and the YMCA has been very flexible with us on costs based on actual repairs. A question
arose about us paying the full management fee to the Y and Mr. Stone said he and Mr. Calhoun discussed
this and the likely answer is yes; he added that not opening the pool will allow us to work on some things
that would be beneficial to the pool system and said he feels it would be a goodwill gesture on our part
while minimizing expenditures as much as possible.
Mr. Calhoun noted we will be moving to Tabs 15 and 16, then break for lunch and come back after lunch
with Tab 14. Finance Director Taylor noted there were new one -page handouts each for 15 and 16.
Tab #15: Street Operations & Maintenance Fund
City Engineer Helbig explained that there are two separate street fund budgets: one that is more in keeping
the status quo, and the other that addresses possible budget cuts and revenue forecasting of what would be
needed in order to keep the same level of service we currently provide. He noted on the non -status quo
sheet, items that could be cut include roadside irrigation, street sweeping to just once a year, no longer do
snow removal from sidewalks, and have very limited residential snow plowing. Mr. Helbig also went over
the figures on page 2 of the spreadsheet showing an increase of winter snow services; said the figures being
proposed are what we anticipate we will actually spend as past budgets have been kept artificially low. Mr.
Calhoun brought attention to those thirteen pages at the beginning of the workbook binder, particularly
page 7 of 13 for a good summary of these expenses. There was discussion about the street fund budget and
that expenditures are greater than revenues by over $1 million and of the need to inject funds into the general
fund; as noted on page 7 of 13 the recurring revenues for the proposed 2021 budget shows $1,898,050,
which gets transferred into the general fund and ends up with an ending fund balance of $556,265.
Discussion moved to the new one -page handout with Mr. Calhoun emphasizing that these are what we
could be looking at if we didn't maintain the level of service, and that he wants Council and the community
to know what that would look like.
Mr. Hohman mentioned that this is all in follow up to the various conversations we have had on pavement
management or pavement preservation; we know the revenues are decreasing and expenditures increasing,
and at some point, we will not be able to sustain the level of service; some things we cannot do without
such as signal lights, but there are other things we could cut back such as street lights. Mr. Hohman also
noted possible cuts to the Poe Contract could also affect crack sealing and other maintenance items which
means we will see more complaints about road conditions. Mr. Helbig again cautioned that this is just an
exercise but is necessary to address; and said staff is not necessarily proposing these cuts for this year. In
summary, Mr. Calhoun said the initial budget shows the status quo level of service, while the second version
shows substantial reduction in services and corresponding lessening amounts to the street fund; he said staff
will follow policy direction by Council as we progress; said staff is not recommending a cut as the general
fund can handle the expenses in 2020, and are recommending for 2021 we not transfer funds; that if the tax
revenues come in stronger, then the general fund fund balance would be even greater.
Further discussion included mention of the Department of Transportation's property on Flora and the
purchase price for that land, with Mr. Calhoun explaining that the difference from what we have of $780,000
and what we need which is about $1.3 million, and said we can talk with Council more on that; that maybe
even use the money in 312 earmarked but not committed to a particular project; and again, said that is a
conversation for later. Councilmember Woodard said he would not vote for a general fund transfer at this
point, and asked how long Council will keep postponing this issue of road preservation and the street fund;
he added that we don't want to go backwards on some of these projects where we have already committed
but not allocated the funds; and said he will not vote for the budget the way it is unless he can be convinced
the $1.9 million is eliminated or taken care of in the future; said council has to have a hard -decision making
discussion; that he understands $917,000 out of our fund will seriously impact those streets, and he asked
when will we come back to road preservation discussion to find creative ways to address this on -going
issue. Mr. Hohman said this is not just an accounting exercise but a look at what our actual costs have been
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and if we cut back on our historic levels of service in the community, there will be more people complaining
in additional to having a more difficult time getting around during the winter; said maybe we would decide
not to do a full city plow, and while we can't predict the winter weather, we do have to take a serious look
at this issue. Director Taylor mentioned that the actual snow activity in 2019 was well over $1 million and
about $600,000 over budget, which was transferred in from the winter weather reserve; so it didn't cover it
all for that year, and then we had to re -fund the winter weather reserve out of the general fund. Mr. Hohman
said the point is to show that we are on an unsustainable course; that the budget deficits will continue to
grow and if there is no increase in revenues, the only option would be to cut back the budget and this
discussion gives Council an idea of where we might go in the future, adding that we also cannot predict
revenues during the COVID; said the general fund can absorb the $1.9 million for 2021 but it means you
are not taking that money to fund 312 to put to other uses; and in past years funds were set aside funds for
such things as the CenterPlace West Lawn improvements, and park acquisition; and that this means we will
have less money to do the extra things.
Tab #16: Stormwater Fund
City Engineer Helbig said this is an easier fund to discuss since it is an enterprise fund and has identified
and dedicated expenses making it a little easier to plan for; mentioned the two budgets with one showing
the status quo, and the second an exercise to see the figures if we had cuts; said this budget handles mostly
landscape maintenance so staff is proposing a budget that provides the same level of service; noting that
the first budget is no change except for increases in payroll taxes; he also mentioned the corresponding
page 8 in the front of the budget workbook binder; said we are still working with the figures which will be
refined over time. Mr. Calhoun added that we try to maintain a minimum working capital for cash flow
purposes, and these figures would be about half of the revenues, which he said tend to come in twice a year.
As noted on the new budget exercise sheet for effects of cuts in services, that were such cuts required, the
landscape maintenance including swales and roadside vegetation service would be decreased by half; the
roadside irrigation would be discontinued; and the street sweeping services would also be decreased by half
resulting in only one full sweep annually.
The meeting recessed at 11:43 a.m. for lunch; and reconvened at 12:32 p.m.
Tab #14: Supplemental Budget Requests
City Manager Calhoun encouraged Council discussion on these items and said none of the items are
included in the budget figures discussed in the summaries. Ms. Taylor said the figures are labeled R for
recurring or N for nonrecurring, summarized by the total at the general fund activity. The following are the
supplemental budget requests:
City Manager: Mr. Calhoun explained that the issue of homelessness has been addressed more recently and
consequently has required more staff time, in particular, Mr. Koudelka's time as he handles this in addition
to this other responsibilities; that during the past sixteen months, Council heard twelve different staff reports
on the issue, and even had discussion about whether to continue our status quo with the CDBG/HUD
program or become our own entitlement city and that the decision was to stay with the status quo as
otherwise we would have had to hire two to three employees immediately, and form an advisory committee
among other numerous steps. Mr. Calhoun said that Council's continued interest in housing control leads
to the idea of considering the creation of a housing and homeless services division to address the homeless
population in a more pro -active manner and possibly become our own CDBG entitlement community in
2024; that if we did that, this division would be comprised of two employees and would then permit Mr.
Koudelka to perform his other tasks and responsibilities; that we would hire people for this division with
expertise in the area. Mr. Calhoun also noted we have been working with the City of Spokane and Spokane
County and he noted that while it is important to participate regionally, we would never do so at the expense
of our individual city; he also noted with the new employees, we could have more discussions about HB
1406, which encourages investments in affordable and supportive housing. Mr. Calhoun added that should
we implement our own division, those new staff could develop a consolidated plan for Spokane Valley so
by the spring of 2023, we could start work to become our own entitlement city in 2024. Mr. Calhoun brought
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attention to page 5 of 13 which shows the estimated costs for this service. He also suggested that perhaps
halfway through the year, a third employee could be included; and he stated that no decision is needed
today as this is for discussion purposes.
Discussion by Councilmembers included the idea of more local control; the issues of our own entitlement
city and of freeing up Mr. Koudelka's time; the question of would this be duplicative since we are on many
boards dealing with this issue; do we destroy relationships if we are our own entitlement city; that we are a
contract city which is what citizens intended when we incorporated; whether to have an entire division or
just start with one employee; the idea of having a currently unfilled position move to this new division on
a trial basis; that the Continuum of Care's emphasis is on housing first; being reactive or proactive and what
would be best for our city; having someone who could research available grants would be a positive; and
that we have funds but don't have time to determine how to move this program forward. The discussion
ended with Councilmembers not wanting to form a department but they liked the idea of repurposing one
existing vacant position. Mr. Calhoun said he will work on how best to put all these ideas together and
return to Council for future conversations.
Public Safety: Mr. Koudelka explained that this list involves Building Official Nickerson, and Police Chief
Ellis and others who came together to identify needs associated with the Precinct Building. Ms. Nickerson
went over the list which shows each item's priority level, as well as the year sought, justifications, and
approximate expense; she mentioned that staff is exploring priority items 7 and 8 to see if they would be
allowable uses for the justice grant. Chief Ellis added that there are security issues with the back lot as there
have been some break-ins and some vandalism; that there are times when a vehicle pending a search warrant
is stored in that area so it needs to be protected, and said they feel some lighting would help with security
issues, plus adding some cameras; he said the area is a bit tight but they have a need for about 65 vehicles
and currently there are 42 parking spots. Councilmember Woodard stated that a reason for buying that back
lot was for precinct expansion at some point, and he'd like to make sure the higher dollars items like lighting
and cameras are designed so we don't lose them once the building is expanded. Deputy Mayor Peetz agreed
and said perhaps something could be done on a temporary basis. The question of funds was brought up and
Mr. Calhoun said an evaluation has been done on the building; said items 3 through 8 appear to be priorities
but perhaps we could push them back, although they should be done sooner than later. There was some
discussion about paving or re -grinding and Mr. Nickerson said she will follow up with engineering staff for
a cost-effective solution. Councilmember Haley suggested some items such as 10 and 12 could be combined
to get a better bid and Mr. Calhoun said staff will do their best to address the immediate safety concerns;
that item 1 seems to be on the verge of failing, and the suggestion is to replace that at once if possible, and
then work through the others; he also noted that the sergeants have been very patient to get that #9 remodel
work done. Mayor Wick said that perhaps some CARES funds could be used for items such as 16 and Mr.
Calhoun said he will research that idea.
Parks & Recreation: Ms. Stone explained about the requests as shown, and said that it is likely item 1 and
3 could use the same contractor; said Mirabeau Meadows restroom is about 17 years old, has been
vandalized numerous times, and we have reached the point where we just can't sustain it without it looking
unattractive; said there have been suggestions of coating or staining to make it more water -repellant and
more graffiti resistant.
Community and Public Works Fleet Replacements: Finance Director Taylor stated that we have put funds
away already for these so they are fully funded. Councilmember Woodard asked about the 2004 Ford's
mileage and Deputy City Manager Hohman said this was one of the original vehicles purchased by our first
street superintendent; that the mileage is correct but we can't use the vehicle for the half -year we normally
do because it is unsafe. There was some brief talk about the fleet and scheduled replacement and that all
departments that use the vehicles pay an internal vehicle lease amount, and Mr. Calhoun mentioned that
when we look at the vehicle replacements, we determine if it has a ten-year useful life that could be
expanded out into subsequent budgets to make the budget impact less.
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Tab 17: General Fund — Fund Balance
Finance Director Taylor went over the material describing the fund balance and how the amount of the
reserves are calculated in order to meet operating cash needs. There was some discussion about the method
for this calculation, with Mr. Calhoun explaining that if we need the reserve in case of an economic
recession such as what we are now experiencing, then the funds don't get transferred out, and if we don't
need the reserve, it gets moved but we have to wait about 18 months to make a decision, again due to cash
flow operating needs.
Tab 18: Potential & Pendin& Capital Projects
Finance Director Taylor reviewed the material contained in the packet, and explained that the only
difference is the yellow highlighted line which shows zero, and said that the only reason she left that in is
because Council had already seen it with a number, but that line will eventually be gone. She also briefly
reviewed the completed and committed projects and said that list will be updated as well. Mr. Calhoun
added that the Balfour Park development should be more accurately labeled `earmarked' and said the park
land acquisition of $500,000 is not yet committed but is earmarked and those funds could be redirected to
something else if Council determines. He also noted the `future surprises/challenges' is wide open for
whatever Council decides; and again stated those figures will be updated and refined.
Tab 19: Fiscal Policies
City Manager Calhoun noted that these fiscal policies were lifted right out of the budget document from
last year; he mentioned that our budget document is unique to other budgets as Council adopts the entire
budget document which includes these fiscal policies, adding that our bond rating agency looks favorably
at these policies as we make a very definitive statement. After Mr. Calhoun went through the financial
management and objectives as listed, he noted that objective #4, highlighted in blue, cannot ever be changed
by staff without a Council budget amendment, and said he is not sure that statement is necessary, and Mr.
Calhoun invited feedback on that item. It was ultimately decided since it does no damage, it will stay.
Tab #20: Council Goals
City Manager Calhoun said that the goals listed here are the goals Council adopted for the 2020 budget; he
mentioned that as this is scheduled for additional Council discussion at the August 18 meeting, if any
Councilmember wants to consider alternate wording, that can be discussed at that August 18 meeting. Mr.
Calhoun also noted that in talking previously about revenue estimates and state shared revenues, that when
Council sees this again, there will likely be some revenue projection changes.
Tab #21: Advance Agenda
There were no suggested changes to the Advance Agenda.
Tab #22: Business Plan
The Business Plan was for information purposes only and was not discussed.
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz, seconded and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 2:32 p.m.
ATTEST: Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
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Attendance:
Councilmembers:
Ben Wick, Mayor
Brandi Peetz, Deputy Mayor
Pam Haley, Councilmember
Tim Hattenburg, Councilmember
Rod Higgins, Councilmember
Linda Thompson, Councilmember
Arne Woodard, Councilmember
MINUTES
City of Spokane Valley
City Council Special Meeting
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Staff:
Mark Calhoun City Manager
John Hohman, Deputy City Manager
Cary Driskell, City Attorney
Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Mayor Wick called the meeting to order via ZOOM at 2:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL: City Clerk Bainbridge called the roll; all Councilmembers were present.
1. Motion Consideration: Agreement with Valley Chamber for CARES Small Business Allocations — Erik
Lamb, Chelsie Taylor
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve the Agreement between the City of Spokane
Valley and the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce to administer the City's CARES Act CRF
Funding program, and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the agreement in substantially
the form presented. Deputy City Attorney Lamb briefly explained about this agreement as it was discussed
with Council at last week's meeting when Council agreed to remove $75,000 to be used for a media
campaign for COVID phase 4 for hospitality businesses; said the previous discussion was for $1,241,138
to be allocated to this program, minus the amount for the media campaign which leaves $1,185,286.79 for
distribution and the total number of entities that can be awarded full funds reduced from 173 to 166. Mr.
Lamb explained that we have come to an agreement with the Chamber, but there are some minor details to
work out in the scope of work, and he mentioned Mr. Lance Beck with the Chamber is here tonight to
comment. Mr. Lamb went over the details and the criteria and said they will look to start this application
process August 17. Councilmember Haley mentioned previous discussions included that a nonprofit could
be outside our City limits provided their clients were inside our City limits, and Mr. Lamb said the intent
can be clarified on that particular scope. Mayor Wick invited Mr. Beck to comment.
Mr. Beck thanked Council for allowing the Chamber to provide this service, and said they can take
Councilmember Haley's point into consideration for nonprofits; he mentioned if a business has a license to
operate within that community, to what extent of service would Council like them to be considered, or even
without a business license; and said maybe have a `touch point' in our City once a month, or once a year,
and he asked for some additional input on that point.
Mayor Wick invited general public comment, and Ms. Barb Howard, Spokane Valley, asked if this process
involved giving money to the schools to help them fix things so the kids will be safe. Mayor Wick said this
is just for the small businesses. There were no other public comments. Councilmember Woodard said that
might not be the case; said there's $135,000 in allocations for the school district allocations. Deputy City
Attorney Lamb said he has had separate conversations with all three school districts for specific allocations
and that he anticipates coming forward in the next couple of weeks with similar agreements with the school
districts for their specific needs and allocations; as well as with the utility entities, and those suppling rent,
and mortgage assistance such as with Valley Partners. Councilmember Thompson asked if there is included
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in the contract for the recipients receiving funds, that they will know those CARES funds came through the
City of Spokane Valley. Mr. Lamb said there is a requirement under the Department of Commerce specific
to Commerce, that these funds are from Commerce, but we can also add in the contract that the funds are
allocated from the City of Spokane Valley, and include in the awards letter that the funds came through the
City of Spokane Valley. Concerning Councilmember Haley's question, Councilmember Woodard brought
back the issue of doing business in our City, and whether they do so daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly or
yearly; and if so, should there be a minimum. After further discussion it was determined that the nonprofits
businesses should do at least 30% of their business, or the percentage our City's population is of the entire
County; and for profits, need to be physically located in our City.
Vote by acclamation on the motion to approve the agreement: in.favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion
carried. It was moved by Councilmember Higgins, seconded and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The
meeting adjourned at 3:13 p.m.
Ben Wick, Mayor
ATTEST:
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
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MINUTES
SPOKANE VALLEY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
FORMAL FORMAT
Spokane Valley City Hall
Spokane Valley, Washington
August 11, 2020
Mayor Wick called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via ZOOM meeting.
Attendance:
Councilmembers
Ben Wick, Mayor
Brandi Peetz, Deputy Mayor
Tim Hattenburg Councilmember
Rod Higgins, Councilmember
Linda Thompson, Councilmember
Arne Woodard, Councilmember
Absent: Pam Haley, Councilmember
Staff
Mark Calhoun, City Manager
John Hohman, Deputy City Manager
Cary Driskell, City Attorney
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Morgan Koudelka, Sr. Administrative Analyst
Mike Stone, Parks & Recreation Director
Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Chaz Bates, Senior Planner
Mike Basinger, Economic Develop. Manager
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
ROLL CALL City Clerk Bainbridge called the roll; all Councilmembers were present except
Councilmember Haley. It was moved by Councilmember Woodard, seconded and unanimously agreed to
excuse Councilmember Haley from tonight's meeting.
APPROVAL OF AMENDED AGENDA It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz, seconded and
unanimously agreed to approve the amended agenda.
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS n/a
COMMITTEE, BOARD, LIAISON SUMMARY REPORTS
Councilmember Thompson: said she has been working virtually with NLC's (National League of Cities)
Women in Municipal Government group talking to leaders across the nation about how to address similar
issues; said she attended the drive-in movie at Mission Park and it was an excellent event.
Deputy Mayor Peetz: stated that she attended the Legislative Priorities meeting with the AWC (Association
of Washington Cities) and they discussed some controversial topics such as net economical gain,
broadband, the Growth Management Act, and others and that she talked with them about some of our
legislative items; said a topic mentioned was the requirement for a complete investigation in instances of
fatal police force; and said she got an e-mail about the success of this year's Farmer's Market.
Councilmember Hattenburg: regarding the STA (Spokane Transit Authority) meeting, said they received a
$2.95 million grant from the federal Transportation Administration for seven double-decker buses which
they expect to be running by 2023, and which would increase the capacity of each bus by about 33% so it
will be more efficient; said the STA also received a $3.9 million grant from the state, and the STA continues
to move forward debt free.
Councilmember Higgins: reported that he attended the Clean Air Agency meeting and they are in the
process of moving into their new quarters, that they are signing a 20-year lease for a space in Airway
Heights; he added that they are also in the middle of their selection process for hiring a new executive
director and expect that process to be completed about mid -September; regarding the Aging and Long Term
Care group he said they just completed an exceptional audit.
Councilmember Woodard: said he attended the Farmers Market and it was a good turnout and vendors and
participants were happy.
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Mayor Wick said he also heard good things about the Farmer's market; said he has been on some
committees planning for school re -opening, including the Health District and all are working on methods
to safely get kids back to school, whether in person or virtually; said the Freight Mobility Investment Board
also met and they talked about projects and project delivery, and he mentioned the quick progress on the I-
5 interchange project; said the state continues struggling with a large financial crisis with gas tax revenues
down.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY 11l: Mayor Wick briefly explained the process for
giving public comment. Two people had previously signed up to comment:
Mr. Bob West, Spokane Valley: spoke about recent and continual verbal attacks on private citizens and
councilmembers during previous public comments by Ms. Barb Howard. Throughout Mr. West's
comments, Councilmember Higgins raised a point of order in that he feels the comments were
inappropriate. City Attorney Driskell suggested for future meetings, that Council elaborate on the process
and of what is expected, and that it should be done prior to a meeting and be consistent. Mr. West continued
his remarks and ended by stating that comments should be respectful and deal with city issues and not be a
political platform to attack.
Ms. Barb Howard, Spokane Valley: mentioned several past meetings where others were verbally attacked
as they spoke about issues or other members of Council and which comments were not connected with the
business of the City; she also noted there continues to be homeless people at Balfour Park, CenterPlace and
City Hall and she questioned why the rules are not being enforced.
City Attorney Driskell said there appears to be some confusion on what is and is not appropriate for public
comment legally; said this has been discussed in the past and said he could present an administrative report
to Council in about a month in order for this topic to be more fully discussed; said these meetings constitute
a limited open public forum and Council could include some regulations on how comments are to be given.
Councilmembers nodded in agreement.
1. CONSENT AGENDA: 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: I move to approve the Consent Agenda.
a. Approval of claim vouchers on Aug 11, 2020, Request for Council Action Form Total: $2,729,539.64
b. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending July 31, 2020: $554,597.20
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz, seconded and unanimously agreed to approve the Consent Agenda.
NEW BUSINESS:
2. Motion Consideration: Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) 2020 — Morgan Koudelka
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to authorize the City Manager or designee to apply. for
the Justice Assistance Grant to purchase lighting and cameras to cover the Spokane Valley Police Precinct
rear lot, immediately to the south of the existing precinct building. Mr. Koudelka explained about the grant
opportunity and that after speaking with Police Chief Ellis, it was determined lighting and cameras were
needed to support officer safety and wellness. There were no public comments. Vote by acclamation: in
favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried.
2a. Motion Consideration: Barker Road Cassell Acquisition — Cary Driskell, John Hohman
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute
the Settlement Agreement, and any additional paperwork necessary to purchase the rights needed from
Bradley Cassell .for parcels 55061.9022, 55061.9047, and 55061.9408.for a total amount of $405, 000.00.
City Attorney Driskell said staff has been working on property acquisition for some time now and had been
in negotiation with Mr. Cassell for a while; said the condemnation action was proceeding in due course and
in talking with Mr. Cassell and his attorney, we were able to arrive at this negotiated settlement amount.
Mr. Driskell said there is one more property to pursue. Mr. Hohman gave some brief background of the rest
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of the project, noting that the $9 million in TIGER funds must be obligated by September 30 of this year,
but that we can't obligate the funds until we have the right-of-way certified; he noted that the Department
of Transportation (DOT) worked with us to come up with a different approach in connection with the one
remaining property, and that we applied for and were granted approval to except out this particular parcel
as we move forward; he said there is a lot of work to do on this project and expressed his appreciation for
the helpfulness of DOT, and that this will allow us to meet the September 30 deadline; said plans are being
finalized now and staff hopes to advertise in October with a bid opening in December or January, adding
that construction would not occur during winter. Mr. Hohman mentioned the December 7 court date on this
and said he will try to maintain that to be able to follow through on condemnation. Mr. Driskell added that
this will give us more time to get it through the court and that the courts have been very backed up; said it
is unclear when those issues will get unclogged but we will push as hard as we can to get that resolved. Mr.
Hohman said the next milestone is to obligate funds and we can't advertise until that is done; regarding
groundbreaking, he said that Avista is currently moving some of their power poles to accommodate the
project and that we may be scheduling a groundbreaking in the spring as now we would be limited to no
more than five people due to COVID restrictions. Councilmembers agreed spring is better for such an event.
There were no public comments. Vote by acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion
carried.
2b. Motion Consideration: Agreements with Spokane Valley Partners, SNAP, Central Valley School
District, West Valley School District, and East Valley School District Regarding CARES Act Funding
Allocations — Chelsie Taylor, Erik Lamb
1. Agreement with Spokane Valley Partners
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve the agreement with Spokane Valley Partners
to administer the City's CARES Act CRF Funding program for food security in the amount of $236, 640,
and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the Agreement in substantially the form presented.
Deputy City Attorney Lamb explained that the contracts are our standard form agreements with the main
body more of a boilerplate but modified to meet the CARES requirements; he and Ms. Taylor also noted
that the specifics are included in each contract's Scope of Work. Ms. Taylor noted that Valley Partners
plans to purchase two vehicles, one will be a refrigerated truck and the second a small vehicle to help
distribute food. Mayor Wick asked for public comments and City Clerk mentioned the written e-mailed
comments from Ms. Jennifer Wilcox in favor of the contracts. There were no other public comments on
any of the motions for this agenda item. Vote by acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion
carried.
2. Agreement with SNAP
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve the agreement with SNAP to administer the
City's CARES Act CRF Funding program for rental/mortgage assistance and utility assistance in the
combined amount of $993,424, and authorize the City Manager to .finalize and execute the Agreement in
substantially the form presented. Ms. Taylor said some of the parameters Council might want to consider
discussing include that the assistance would be given to those households at or below 80% of the average
median income; rental/mortgage assistance would be provided for up to four months; utility assistance
would provide up to $1,000 and would include water, garbage, sewer and internet services. After brief
discussion on those parameters, including hearing input from SNAP CEO Ms. Julie Honekamp on what
80% of the average median income is for a Spokane County household of various sizes, and that the $1,000
utility assistance might seem high but many households are in arrears, Council agreed with the 80%, the
four months rent with no cap, the $1,000 for utilities and include the internet but not TV. Vote by
acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried.
3. Agreement with Central Valley School District
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve the agreement with Central Valley School
District to administer the City's CARES Act CRF Funding program for school assistance in public health
expenses, and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the Agreement in substantially the form
presented. Mr. Lamb said he met with representatives of all three school districts and they identified a
process to allow them to use the funds in the best way possible while allowing flexibility; said usually
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allocations are based on FTEs, with Central Valley taking half, and the other half split between West and
East Valley, and they wanted to be clear that if one district didn't use all their amount, if could be given to
another district and that any changes would be subject to written approval from the other districts; he said
the safety equipment would allow kids to come back to school; that Central Valley wants equipment to
allow their personnel to check kids as they come into the building; West Valley will be purchasing more
direct personal protection equipment, and East Valley will be doing temperature checks. Vote by
acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried.
4. Agreement with West Valley School District
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve the agreement with West Valley School
District to administer the City's CARES Act CRF Funding program for school assistance in public health
expenses, and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the Agreement in substantially the form
presented. Vote by acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried.
5. Agreement with East Valley School District
It was moved by Deputy Mayor Peetz and seconded to approve the agreement with West Valley School
District to administer the City's CARES Act CRF Funding program for school assistance in public health
expenses, and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the Agreement in substantially the form
presented. Vote by acclamation: in favor: unanimous. Opposed: none. Motion carried. Mr. Lamb said staff
is working on marketing efforts and Council will see that coming up soon, including social media
marketing, e-mail, postcards, press releases, and advertising on our and the Chamber's website; and he
thanked Council and all the partners we are working with to have these CARES funds allocated, which
should all occur in under two months. Mr. Calhoun also thanked Mr. Lamb and Ms. Taylor for getting this
done so quickly and smoothly.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY 121:
Mayor Wick mentioned that the comments are limited to three minutes each. Two people had previously
signed up to comment:
Ms. Pete Miller, Spokane Valley: said she wanted to address a few of the Planning Commission remarks
and their observations regarding Comp Plan Amendment 2020-0007; said "they seemed not to realize that
the only change for the proposed R4 zone was lot size of 4300 square feet; that the current R3 zone is the
same type of housing proposed for the R4 zone; nothing changes except lot size; the CPA increases duplex
lots to 14,500 square feet in the proposed R3 and will discourage the kind of duplex rental development
that has become an alarming percentage of building permits; in one commissioner's comments, the health,
safety and well-being of city residents was used as a reason to vote against this CPA and that made
absolutely no sense; although some commissioners seemed to favor advancing the CPA, they ended up
voting against it for the good of the order; they have an objection to eight houses per acre in the proposed
R3 zone, they should have done their math; 43,560 square feet per acre divided by 5,000 square feet, equals
8.71 dwelling units; the only way that can happen is without any infrastructure and is next to impossible;
rule of thumb is 20% for infrastructure; if they had taken that 43,560 square feet times 80% which is 34,848
square feet divided by 5,000 square feet for each lot the result would have been 6.97 dwelling units; this
should have nullified any objection; applying the same numbers to any objection to ten dwelling units in
the proposed R4 zone leaves a max of eight dwelling units; lack of comments was a concern - the city
provided the exact notice that was required by law and is the same notice that was given when the R4 zone
was erroneously combined with R3 in 2016; at that time there were 86 comments, 64 of which were site -
specific which was the Sprague and Barker area; my point is the majority of comments received will not
address the actual reasons why this City initiated CPA as necessary. The City is correcting what they realize
was a zoning mistake, by removing the R4 zone in the first place. In my opinion, staff has done a brilliant
job and I totally support what they have done." [The three minute time period expired.]
Ms. Barb Howard, Spokane Valley: said she doesn't like people who lie and doesn't know how to deal with
people who lie to her; said the person who commented might want to look at all things he was surfing the
internet for; said she had two recordings on her answering machine, one was from Bob West's lawyer
telling her to back off him; and the other was from a City code enforcement officer stating that an officer
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said that it is ok for people to stay in motor homes as long as they are playing video games; said on the one
comment she will be calling the bar association in the morning; said she would like a public apology for
Michelle Rasmussen for what they did to her; said before she is done she will have that apology; said to
remember that what Mr. Driskell is going to do to her, will also be done to anyone.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
3. Valleyfest Update — Peggy Doering
Valleyfest Executive Director Ms. Peggy Doering explained that changes have been made to many
community events and will also be made to Valleyfest due to the current pandemic; said she had remained
hopeful people would have been able to gather in person but that is not the case since we are obviously not
moving to phase 3 in August and therefore likely won't be in phase 4 before Valleyfest would have been
scheduled to begin; she went over some of the ideas she has for this year's Valleyfest including virtual
vendors, streaming live entertainment from YouTube, vendors interacting with shoppers via Zoom, virtual
races, and a porch parade. Ms. Doering said she feels it is important to celebrate as doing so can not only
be entertaining, but give us hope and help celebrate our great community spirit. Councilmembers said they
appreciate Ms. Doering's commitment, inventiveness and imagination.
4. Code Text Amendment (CTA-2020-0001, Annexation) — Mike Basinger, Erik Lamb
Mr. Basinger went through the PowerPoint explaining about the proposed code text amendment concerning
annexation; he spoke of methods and applicability of annexation, evaluation criteria, jurisdictional
cooperation, and zoning. There were no objections that staff bring an ordinance to a future council meeting
for first reading consideration.
5. Code Text Amendment (CTA-2020-0002, Essential Public Facilities) — Lori Barlow
Ms. Barlow went through her PowerPoint presentation explaining the proposed code text amendment
addressing essential public facilities; that the proposed amendment would prohibit locally significant
essential public facilities (EPFs) in residential zones, and permit them in the Mixed Use Zone; she explained
what an EPF is and that they are typically difficult to site due to the use or resulting impacts; she explained
that a proponent would submit a request for determination of appropriate siting process to the Spokane
County Planning Department for a decision by the Board of County Commissioners; and if the use is
determined to be regionally or statewide significant, a regional siting process would be undertaken to
consider a location analysis and have public involvement that would ultimately result in a ranking of the
sites from the County Commissioners; and she mentioned that we have signed an Interlocal Agreement
with Spokane County regarding Siting of Essential Public Facilities within Spokane County. She said that
although we cannot prohibit the siting of EPF within the City limits, we can prohibit the siting of EPFs in
single-family residential zones provided there is adequate, appropriate land available in other zones
including allowing EPFs in at least one residential zone. Ms. Barlow noted the Planning Commission
conducted a study session on the proposed CTA and held a public hearing and deliberations, and the
Commission voted unanimously to recommend to the City Council that CTA-2020-0002 be approved, to
prohibit EPFs in residential zones, permit them in the mixed use zone, and for other housekeeping items.
She noted there were no public comments at the Planning Commission's July 11 Public Hearing. Ms.
Barlow also noted that there was a substance abuse facility that previously wanted to locate in a residential
area and the Hearing Examiner determined the use to be incompatible with residential uses. After brief
discussion, there was Council consensus to place this item on a future agenda for an ordinance first reading.
Mayor Wick called for a recess at 8:00 p.m.; he reconvened the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
6. Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments — Mike Basinger
After Mr. Basinger went through the PowerPoint presentation, he asked for Council consensus on each
proposed comp plan amendment, and went over the elements of each proposed amendment. The following
is the consensus from Council on each proposed amendment: (1) CPA 2020-0001: the Planning
Commission unanimously recommended approval to change the area from single family residential to
commercial mixed use. There were no objections from Council. (2) CPA 2020-0002: the Planning
Commission unanimously recommended approval to change the area from Industrial to Regional
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Commercial. There were no objections from Council. (3) CPA 2020-0003: the Planning Commission
unanimously recommended denial to change the area from multifamily residential to corridor mixed use.
Council disagreed and recommended moving this forward as proposed. (4) CPA 2020-0006: the Planning
Commission recommended approval to change the area from industrial to commercial mixed use with a
five to two vote. There were no objections from Council in moving this forward. (5) CPA 2020-0007: the
Planning Commission unanimously recommended denial of the proposal to change the Code text and area -
wide rezone of the R-3 residential zone from single-family residential urban to single family residential;
and to add an R-4 zone for single family residential urban which would allow for single family residential
development at an urban density that provides flexibility and promotes reinvestment in existing single-
family neighborhoods and other text changes as noted in the PowerPoint presentation. Mr. Basinger noted
that townhouses are not considered multifamily. Mr. Basinger said this was brought forward to address a
problem in the Greenacres area about inappropriate development. Council disagreed with the Planning
Commission and instead recommended moving this forward as proposed.
7. Memorandum Of Understanding, Wa. Dept of Commerce Manufacturing Roadmap — Chaz Bates
Mr. Bates explained about the Washington State Department of Commerce new program called Regulatory
Roadmap for Manufacturing Siting Feasibility; and that the program is the latest addition to a series of
localized online portal designed to help ease the process of getting preliminary regulatory requirement
satisfied for expanding or siting a new manufacturing facility. Mr. Bates said that to participate in the
program we must enter into a Memorandum of Understanding; he noted the manufacturing roadmap would
be maintained and hosted on Commerce's website and that there is no fee for them to do so, although we
would be responsible for developing content and graphics consistent with Commerce's templates. Council
agreed that staff bring forward this item as a motion for a future Council agenda.
8. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Deputy Mayor Peetz suggested moving forward with Mr. Driskell's previous suggestion about him bringing
a report to Council to discuss the process of public comment, and what is expected by Council and citizens.
Councilmembers agreed.
9. Finance Monthly Report
The Finance monthly report was for information only and was not reported or discussed.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Calhoun mentioned that there is only one item on the August 18 agenda as we had anticipated
having the CARES contracts that night; since Council just approved those contracts, Mr. Calhoun suggested
moving the one item currently on the August 18 agenda, to the August 25th Council agenda, and cancelling
next week's meeting. Councilmembers agreed.
It was moved by Councilmember Higgins, seconded and unanimously agreed to adjourn. The meeting
adjourned at 8:27 p.m.
ATTEST:
Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
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Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation ❑ executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: First Reading Ordinance No. 20-007 Code Text Amendment (CTA-2020-
0001) to the Chapter 19.180 SVMC, Annexation.
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: SVMC 17.80.150, SVMC 19.30.040; RCW 36.70A.106 and
chapter 35A.14 RCW
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: In 2019 the City adopted amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan that included the following policies and strategy:
■ LU-P19 Develop criteria to identify, process, and assess the annexation of land into
Spokane Valley
■ LU-P20 Identify land designations for potential annexation areas in the Comprehensive
Plan for the adjacent Urban Growth Areas to the City
■ CF-P16 Plan and coordinate the location of public facilities and utilities in potential
annexation areas, including identifying the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities,
services, and maintenance.
■ Strategy: Evaluate and develop criteria to assist in the evaluation of annexations.
On August 8, 2020, staff provided an administrative report to City Council.
BACKGROUND: Since the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan Update in late 2016, the City
has received a number of informal inquiries regarding annexation into the City. During these
discussions it was determined that the existing policy framework for annexation needed to be
strengthened to provide direction to potential applicants and staff regarding annexation requests.
The proposed amendment to Chapter 19.180 of the SVMC is the implementation measure to
provide criteria for considering proposed annexations, including review of public facilities and
fiscal impacts. While the proposal doesn't identify land designations, it provides a mechanism to
address zoning of newly annexed areas. It implements the Comprehensive Plan policies and
strategies.
Annexation is a tool allowing the City to "annex" and incorporate areas outside of the City
boundaries into the City boundaries. Property that is annexed becomes subject to all City laws,
including land use, taxation, and other regulatory laws. Further, since the property becomes part
of the City, the City becomes responsible for providing services to citizens within the annexed
area, as well as for providing and maintaining any public infrastructure or facilities within the
annexed area. Thus, it is important for the City to carefully review proposed annexations to
understand the fiscal impact to the City to provide necessary services and infrastructure, as well
as to understand what value the annexed area will bring to the City, such as adding new available
industrial, commercial, or park land for development and beneficial use. Notably, the City does
not provide water, sewer, power, or gas, so the primary services are street -related services
(sweeping, maintenance, plowing, stormwater, etc.) and public safety.
Generally, the proposed criteria (1) identifies the process for either City Council or an outside
person or entity to propose an annexation, (2) identifies criteria to be evaluated, including existing
facilities, new facilities needed, anticipated services to meet City service levels, anticipated
expenses, and anticipated revenues, (3) identifies a process to address zoning upon annexation,
and (4) establishes clearly that City Council may approve or deny any annexation brought by
petition at its sole discretion.
Due to the extensive modifications, the proposed Ordinance will repeal existing chapter 19.180
SVMC in its entirety and replace it with the proposed revised chapter 19.180 SVMC.
OPTIONS: Move to advance to a second reading with or without further amendments, or take
other action deemed appropriate.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to advance Ordinance No. 20-007 to a second
reading as proposed.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
STAFF CONTACT: Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Draft Ordinance No. 20-007;
2. Planning Commission Findings of Fact and recommendation;
3. Planning Commission minutes; and
4. Staff Report
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 20-007
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 19.180 OF THE
SPOKANE VALLEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO NEWLY ANNEXED AREAS,
AND OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley (City) previously adopted Title 19 of the Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) relating to zoning and land use regulations, and has made subsequent amendments
from time -to -time as appropriate; and
WHEREAS, such regulations are authorized by chapter 36.70A RCW; and
WHEREAS, City staff have proposed an amendment to Chapter 19.180 of the SVMC to provide
criteria for considering proposed annexations, including review of public facilities and fiscal impacts; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 36.70A.106, on May 26, 2020 the Washington State Department of
Commerce was notified with the City's notice of intent to adopt amendments to Spokane Valley
development regulations; and
WHEREAS, on June 11, 2020, the Planning Commission held a study session; and
WHEREAS, on June 12, 2020 and June 19, 2020, notice of the Planning Commission public
hearing was published in the Valley News Herald; and
WHEREAS, on July 9, 2020, the Planning Commission held a public hearing, received evidence,
information, public testimony, and a staff report with a recommendation, followed by deliberations; and
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2020, the Planning Commission approved the findings and recommended
that City Council adopt the amendments; and
WHEREAS, on August 11, 2020, City Council reviewed the proposed amendments, Planning
Commission Findings and Recommendations; and
WHEREAS, on August 25, 2020 City Council considered a first ordinance reading to adopt the
proposed amendment; and
WHEREAS, on September 8, 2020 City Council considered a second ordinance reading to adopt
the proposed amendment; and
WHEREAS, the amendment set forth below is consistent with the goals and policies of the City's
Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, chapter 19.180 SVMC as amended, bears a substantial relation to the public health,
safety, welfare and protection of the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley ordains as follows:
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Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Ordinance is to amend chapter 19.180 SVMC to
provide criteria for considering proposed annexations, including review of public facilities and fiscal
impacts.
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. The City Council hereby makes the following findings:
A. Growth Management Act Policies - Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA)
provides that each city shall adopt a comprehensive land use plan and development
regulations that are consistent with and implement the comprehensive plan.
B. City of Spokane Valley Goals and Policies - The City of Spokane Valley has adopted goals
and policies consistent with the GMA and adopted County -Wide Planning Policies, set
forth below.
LU-P19: Develop criteria to identify, process, and assess the annexation of land into
Spokane Valley.
LU-P20: Identify land designations for potential annexation areas in the
Comprehensive Plan for the adjacent Urban Growth Areas to the City.
CF-P16: Plan and coordinate the location of public facilities and utilities in potential
annexation areas, including identifying the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities,
utilities, services, and maintenance.
Strategy: Evaluate and develop criteria to assist in the evaluation of annexations.
C. Conclusions
1. The Planning Commission held a properly noticed public hearing and
conducted deliberations on July 9, 2020. The Commission voted 7-0 to
recommend that City Council adopt the amendment.
2. The proposed amendment bears substantial relation to public health, safety,
welfare and protection of the environment. The proposed regulations provide
guidance to the City, to evaluate the consequences of the annexation on
utilities, sanitation, traffic, and law enforcement. The proposed regulations
will also allow the City to evaluate the financial impacts of the annexation on
providing the required public services at the City's adopted levels of service.
This evaluation will analyze the costs to provide services and anticipated
revenues from the proposed annexation area to support the required levels of
service. Further the regulations provide a clear process for establishing
interim comprehensive plan designations and zoning for any annexed areas.
3. The proposed amendment implements established Comprehensive Plan
policies and strategies. It provides the regulatory framework to carefully
review proposed annexations to understand the fiscal impact to the City to
provide necessary services and infrastructure, as well as to understand what
value the annexed area will bring to the City, such as adding new available
industrial, commercial, or park land for development and beneficial use.
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4. The proposed City -initiated Code text amendment is consistent with the
City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and the approval criteria pursuant to
SVMC 17.80.150(F).
Section 3. Repeal and Adoption. Chapter 19.180 SVMC is hereby repealed in its entirety and
replaced as follows:
19.180.005 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to clarify the process and criteria to annex adjacent and contiguous areas into
the City, and to ensure that the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities, services, and maintenance
of the annexation area are adequately considered prior to annexation.
19.180.010 Annexation Methods and Applicability.
A. All annexations shall occur pursuant to the procedures set forth in chapter 35A.14 RCW, as adopted or
amended and as otherwise allowable by law. In addition to all other procedures allowed by law, all voter -
initiated, City Council initiated, and direct petition annexations shall be subject to the procedures set forth
in this chapter 19.180 SVMC. Other types of annexations may, but are not required to use these procedures.
B. To be eligible for annexation, the entire subject area must be within an adopted Urban Growth Area and
be contiguous with the City boundary.
19.180.020 Annexation Evaluation Criteria.
A. The purpose of this section is to provide criteria to evaluate annexations on the basis of their short- and
long-term community impact. Annexations shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
B. Prior to approval or disapproval of any annexation as allowed by law, the City shall consider at a
minimum the following:
1. The ability of the City and other applicable entities to provide required public services at a level
equal to or better than that available from current service providers;
2. The financial impact of providing the required public services at the City's adopted levels of
service, including potential sources of revenue. Review of financial impact shall include at a
minimum an analysis of the costs to provide services and anticipated revenues from the proposed
annexation area to support required levels of service;
3. The impact of annexation on any applicable City bonded indebtedness, including an analysis of the
impact of City bonded indebtedness upon property within the proposed annexation area;
4. Whether the annexation would follow logical boundaries, such as streets, waterways, or substantial
topographic changes;
5. Whether the annexation would eliminate an irregularity or irregularities in the City's boundaries,
thereby improving service delivery;
6. Review of existing infrastructure prior to defining boundaries of the proposed annexation to
determine logical inclusions or exclusions, including but not limited to the review of the following
factors:
a. Whether right-of-way will be needed for the provision of utilities or transportation links.
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b. Whether there are pre-existing utilities from a particular district or jurisdiction that are currently
in a right-of-way.
c. Whether the existing transportation network will produce an unfair burden on the City for the
operation, maintenance and preservation or replacement of assumed infrastructure.
7. Zoning that will be applicable for the proposed annexation area, subject to the requirements of
SVMC 19.180.040; and
8. Review of any other impact identified as necessary by the City.
C. Prior to any annexation, the City will confer with affected special districts and Spokane County to assess
the impact of the annexation. Where possible, boundaries should be mutually resolved by the jurisdictions
before final action on the proposed annexation.
D. The City may request that petitioner(s) provide information regarding the identified impacts as part of
a petition or part of the petition process, may require the petitioner(s) to respond to inquiries regarding the
impacts, and may require the petitioner(s) to conduct any studies necessary to evaluate any of the identified
impacts at their cost or to pay for such studies undertaken by the City.
19.180.030 Jurisdictional cooperation.
A. The City shall, as appropriate, cooperate with Spokane County and other municipalities to identify,
review, and address area -wide comprehensive planning, zoning, and service provision to urban growth
areas that are contiguous to the City's municipal boundaries.
B. When determined to be advantageous to the City, the City should assist in the creation of interlocal
agreements to provide technical and financial support to contiguous urban growth areas for the extension
and improvement of public services and facilities.
C. The City will cooperate with Spokane County and other service providers to establish uniform street
and utility standards within adopted service areas of the City as appropriate.
19.180.040 Newly annexed areas.
A. Annexed areas shall be annexed with the following Comprehensive Plan and zoning designations:
1. The Comprehensive Plan and zoning designation set forth in joint planning designations; or
2. The closest comparable City Comprehensive Plan and zoning designation to that imposed by
Spokane County.
B. Upon annexation of property, in the absence of a pre -established zoning designation, the City Council
shall, within the annexation ordinance, establish an interim classification for the property on the City's
Comprehensive Plan and zoning map. The interim zone shall be consistent with the annexation area's
Comprehensive Plan designation.
If an interim Comprehensive Plan and zoning designation(s) is established, it shall be in place no longer
than 12 months unless otherwise provided by ordinance. The process for establishing an interim zoning
district shall meet the requirements of RCW 36.70.795. For all property classified in the interim zone, the
City shall commence all steps necessary to establish an official zoning classification pursuant to the
procedure described in SVMC 17.80.140.
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C. The City may seek to mitigate increased expenses due to annexation through any means allowed by law.
An example would be to seek agreement from all property owners within the annexed area that they will
not object to the formation of a local improvement district to bring existing infrastructure into compliance
with adopted City standards.
19.180.050 Decision on Annexation.
Subject to applicable law regarding annexations by election, the City Council shall not be obligated to
approve or disapprove any annexation, regardless of the outcome of the review undertaken pursuant to this
chapter 19.180 SVMC.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall 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 5. 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 by the City Council this day of September, 2020.
ATTEST:
Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
Office of the City Attorney
Date of Publication:
Effective Date:
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FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
OF THE SPOKANE VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION
CTA-2020-0001 — Proposed Amendment to Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC)
Pursuant to SVMC 17.80.150(E) the Planning Commission shall consider the proposal and shall prepare
and forward a recommendation to the City Council following the public hearing. The following findings
are consistent with the Planning Commission recommendation that City Council adopt the amendment.
Background:
1. Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.130, Spokane Valley adopted its Comprehensive Plan Update and updated
development regulations on December 13, 2016, with December 28, 2016 as the effective date.
2. Since the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan in late 2016, the City has received a number of informal
inquiries regarding annexation into the City. During these discussions it was determined that the
existing policy framework for annexation needed to be bolstered to provide clearer direction to potential
applicants and staff regarding annexation requests.
3. In 2019 the City adopted amendments to the Comprehensive Plan that to provide clear direction of what
should be considered as part of annexation requests.
4. CTA-2020-0001 is a City -initiated text amendment to chapter 19.180 SVMC that implements the
annexation policies adopted in 2019. The proposed regulations provide for a set of criteria to fairly and
uniformly evaluate annexations, their impacts on existing residents and the ability to serve the new area
at adopted levels of service. The regulations also provide a mechanism for the City to evaluate the
financial impact of the annexation and mitigate that impact to existing residents in the event an
annexation is approved.
5. The Planning Commission held a properly noticed public hearing and conducted deliberations on July
9, 2020. The Commissioners voted 7-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt the amendment.
Planning Commission Findings:
1. Compliance with SVMC 17.80.150(F) Approval Criteria
a. The proposed text amendment attached as Exhibit 1 is consistent with the applicable
provisions of the Comprehensive Plan:
Findings: The proposed amendment is supported by the Comprehensive Plan and is consistent
with the following policies and strategy:
LU-P19 Develop criteria to identify, process, and assess the annexation of land into Spokane
Valley
LU-P20 Identify land designations for potential annexation areas in the Comprehensive Plan
for the adjacent Urban Growth Areas to the City
CF-P16 Plan and coordinate the location of public facilities and utilities in potential
annexation areas, including identifying the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities,
services, and maintenance.
Strategy Evaluate and develop criteria to assist in the evaluation of annexations.
b. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relation to public health, safety, welfare and
protection of the environment.
Findings:
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The proposed amendment bears a substantial relation to public health, safety, welfare, and
protection of the environment. Under the existing provisions for annexation there are no
criteria to evaluate annexation requests. The proposed regulations provide guidance to the
City, to evaluate the consequences of the annexation on utilities, sanitation, traffic, and law
enforcement. The proposed regulations will also allow the City to evaluate the financial
impacts of the annexation on providing the required public services at the City's adopted
levels of service. This evaluation will analyze the costs to provide services and anticipated
revenues from the proposed annexation area to support the required levels of service. Further
the regulations provide a clear process for establishing interim comprehensive plan
designations and zoning for any annexed areas.
2. Conclusion:
The proposed text amendment is consistent with Comprehensive Plan and bears a substantial
relation to public health, safety, welfare, and protection of the environment.
3. Recommendation:
The Spokane Valley Planning Commission therefore recommends the City Council approve CTA-2020-
0001.
Attachments:
Exhibit 1 — Proposed Amendment CTA-2020-0001
Approved this 23`a day of July, 2020
Planning Commission Chair
ATTEST
Deanna Horton, Administrative Assistant
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Regular Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Council Chambers — City Hall
June 11, 2020
I. Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via
ZOOM meeting.
II. Commissioners, staff and audience stood for the pledge of allegiance.
III. Secretary to the Commission Deanna Horton took roll and the following members and staff
were present:
Fred Beaulac
Walt Haneke
James Johnson
Danielle Kaschmitter
Timothy Kelley
Robert McKinley
Sherri Robinson
Erik Lamb, City Attorney
Jenny Nickerson, Building Official
Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Chaz Bates, Senior Planner
Mike Basinger, Economic Development
Manager
Taylor Dillard, Administrative
Assistant
Marianne Lemons, Office Assistant
Deanna Horton, Secretary to Planning
Commission
IV. AGENDA: Commissioner Kaschmitter made a motion to approve the June 11, 2020 agenda
as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero
against and the motion passed.
V. MINUTES: Commissioner Kaschmitter made a motion to approve the May 14, 2020
minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was seven in favor,
zero against and the motion passed.
VI. COMMISSION REPORTS: Chairman Johnson reported that he has continued to attend the
Spokane County Human Rights Task Force meetings.
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Building Official Nickerson thanked the commission for
adjusting to the new Zoom meeting platform.
VIIL PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a. Study Session: CTA-2020-0001: A proposed change to Spokane Valley Municipal
Code (SVMC) 19.180, Newly Annexed Areas
Economic Development Manager Mike Basinger gave a presentation to the commission
explaining the city initiated code text amendment that will amend Chapter 19.180 of the
SVMC to clarify the process and criteria to annex adjacent and contiguous areas into the city
and to ensure that the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities, services, and
maintenance of the annexation area are adequately considered prior to annexation.
Deputy City Attorney Erik Lamb provided additional information regarding annexation. He
explained that the amendment will clarify the annexation process for the three types of
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annexation requests: voter initiated, City Council initiated and direct petition. It will outline
the criteria that will be evaluated including existing and new facilities, services, expenses and
revenues. It will also clearly identify the process to address zoning upon annexation.
Chair Johnson asked for clarification regarding zoning for specific parcels as they request to
annex into the city limits.
Mr. Basinger answered that when the city annexes a property it is zoned with a designation
that is the most similar to its current designation with the County. It will then be brought
through the amendment process to evaluate what the zoning should be and go through the
public process to make that final designation.
Chairman Johnson asked for information regarding financial impact. He asked if a property
would still be considered for annexation if it is found that the tax value received would be
lower than the cost to the city.
Mr. Basinger answered that this criteria will just be used as guidelines for the Council to
consider when they make those decisions regarding annexation.
b. Study Session: CTA Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Mr. Basinger explained that local jurisdictions are allowed to make amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan once each year. There are five proposed amendments that will be
considered during 2020; four map amendments and one text amendment. A public hearing
will be held on June 25, 2020. Notice of hearing will be published twice prior to the fifteen
day requirement, the site was posted with a "Notice of Hearing" sign, and individual notice
was mailed to all residents within a 400 foot radius of the subject properties. After the public
hearing, the request will move to Council where they will review Planning Commission
findings, consider the public hearing, and approve/modify/deny the request.
The floor was given to Senior Planner Chaz Bates to discuss the details of each proposed
amendment.
CPA-2020-0001: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Single
Family Residential (SFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from
Single Family Residential Urban (R-3) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Mr. Bates said that this amendment is privately initiated for the property located at 1311 N
McDonald Road, between Mission and Broadway. It is owned by Land Use Solutions and
Entitlement. The request is to rezone the property from single-family residential (R-3) to
Corridor Mixed Use (CMU). The property to the east is zoned multi -family, the property to
the south is corridor mixed use, and the west and south are zoned single family residential.
Findings show there are no critical areas on the site, the site would support the
redevelopment of the parcel, is supported by the transportation network, and is compatible
with the surrounding uses.
CPA-2020-0002: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from
Industrial (I) to Regional Commercial (RC) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I)
to Regional Commercial (RC).
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Mr. Bates stated that this amendment is a privately initiated request for the property located
off of Sprague and Fancher and is owned by Lawrence B. Stone Properties. The request is to
convert the zoning on 3 acres of land from Industrial (I) to Regional Commercial (RC). The
properties to the north are zoned industrial and the property to the south and the west are
regional commercial. Findings show that there are no critical areas, the site is completely
paved, the change would support redevelopment of an underused property, is supported by
the transportation network and is compatible with the surrounding uses.
CPA-2020-0003: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from
Multifamily Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District
from Multifamily Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Mr. Bates stated that this amendment is a privately initiated request for the property located
south of Mission and west of Pines and is owned by Jay Rambo. The request is to convert
the zoning of 6.24 acres from Multifamily Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
The properties to the west is corridor mixed use, the north is industrial, the east is corridor
mixed use and the south is single family residential. Findings show that there are no critical
areas, the site supports redevelopment of an underused property, is supported by the
transportation network and is compatible with the surrounding uses. A trip generation and
distribution letter was completed by the City of Spokane Valley's Senior Engineer and shows
a net increase of traffic volumes of one car during the PM peak hour. All other times of the
day remain the same.
Commissioner Haneke asked if the developer wants to build additional apartment buildings
on the property and expressed concern about traffic flow in the area.
Mr. Bates answered that this zoning designation would allow for additional multifamily
dwelling units or retail.
Attorney Lamb responded that the analysis done for this change shows the change from
multi -family to corridor mixed use, it is not for a specific proposal. The current zoning of
multi -family allows for a significant amount of trips. Corridor mixed use zoning will add
more flexibility of uses but according to the traffic study it should not impact the traffic flow
more than one car during the peak PM period.
Commissioner Kaschmitter asked about the open space requirement for corridor mixed use
designation.
Building Official Nickerson responded that there are different requirements in the current
Spokane Valley Municipal code between multifamily versus corridor mixed use zones.
Multifamily does require open space but corridor mixed use does not. If open space was still
required, Mission Park would provide the multifamily open space requirement.
CPA-2020-0006: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from
Industrial (I) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I)
to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Mr. Bates stated that this amendment is a city -initiated request to change the 9 acre property
located at 3830 N Sullivan Rd from Industrial (I) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU). The
property is owned by East Valley School District (EVSD) and currently houses the district's
Walker Center. This location includes the EVSD administrative services and maintenance
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building. The properties to the west, north, and east are all industrial uses, and to the south
are retail service and industrial uses. Findings show that there are no critical areas, supports
expanded educational uses, is supported by the transportation network, and is compatible
with the surrounding areas. The proposed amendment allows flexibility so that that EVSD
can provide educational services in this location. Education services are prohibited in the
industrial zone and EVSD would like to move their Parent/Partner program to this location.
CPA-2020-0007: Amend Chapter 2 Goals and Policies to provide policy guidance for increased
housing density with access to support services like transit and commercial services, and provide
implementing regulations.
Mr. Basinger said that this is a city initiated text amendment that will apply city-wide. It will
address alternative housing types such as duplexes, cottages, and townhomes. It is policy
language that will help protect residential neighborhoods by incentivizing alternative housing
in areas that are supported by existing infrastructure. Staff is proposing an area -wide rezone
in hopes to address concerns from the residents regarding the influx of duplex developments
and provide appropriate locations for alternative housing. The objective of this amendment
is to address those concerns by creating areas that can support denser housing because of its
location to transit and services. The vision is that there will be a larger variety of housing
types available for residents and will help with housing affordability.
The proposal will rezone 1218 acres within the City limits to the new zoning district, R-4.
There is 57 vacant acres and 67 acres that are partially used. Studies show that there is
potential for 1240 housing units which would lead to 3100 new residents. The proposed area
is surrounded by multifamily and corridor mixed use zoning districts. The code text
amendment will create the R-4 zone in the code and provide a description and outline
permitted uses. The change specifies that duplex development in the R-3 zone shall have a
minimum lot size of 14,500 square feet. There is also an additional text change in the
Appendix A definitions that states that townhouses are not considered multifamily.
Mr. Basinger stated that staffs analysis shows that single family development will
incentivize the R-3 zone because the change will allow eight single family units per acre.
The new R-4 zone will promote development of alternative housing types in those areas
where transit and services are available giving a greater variety of housing types in areas that
can handle an influx of residents.
Commissioner McKinley asked what the ultimate intent is for the amendment.
Mr. Basinger answered that the vision is to offer a variety of alternative housing within the
city. Staff is optimistic that due to the density change in this amendment, the City might see
some cottage or townhome developments that would offer more affordable options.
Commissioner Kaschmitter asked if the Appleway Trail could be extended. She also asked if
Spokane Transit Authority is considering making their services more frequent in this area.
Mr. Basinger answered that there are plans to extend the Appleway Trail to Dishman Hills.
The Transit Authority is optimistic that they would be able to extend their services as more
development happens. They feel that more demand would drive them to offer additional
services.
Commissioner Beaulac asked about the notification process for the properties affected by this
change.
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Mr. Basinger answered that the public hearing has been published twice in the newspaper, it
will be sent to the Comprehensive Plan distribution list that includes any person that has ever
signed up to receive notifications about comprehensive plan changes (approximately 370
people), it will be published on all of the City's social media platforms, and a media release
will be sent out prior to the public hearing.
Chairman Johnson asked for clarification about sending notification out regarding the City-
wide rezone.
Mr. Basinger responded that the City does not send out letters to individual property owners
when a City-wide rezone is done. However, staff hopes that the additional notices on social
media, press releases, and the distribution list will get the word out to the residents about the
change.
c. Study Session: CTA-2020-0002. A proposed change to Spokane Valley Municipal
Code 19.90, Essential Public Facilities.
Senior Planner Lori Barlow gave a presentation on the city -initiated code text amendment to
amend regulations on essential public facilities (EPF). The proposal is to prohibit locally
significant essential public facilities in residential zones. She explained that essential public
facilities are facilities that are typically hard to site because of their size and the nature of
their use. These facilities include state and local correctional facilities, solid waste handling
facilities, inpatient facilities which includes substance abuse facilities, mental health group
homes and secure community transition facilities. Pursuant to the Growth Management Act,
cities and counties are required to have procedures to site essential public facilities. They
can't be precluded from being allowed within the city limits. However, the City can control
the zones where they are located. This request is to preclude all of the residential zones; R-1,
R-2, and R-3. The reason for this change is because there have been numerous detoxification
facilities proposed within the City limits in the last few years. There was a controversial
public hearing held recently for a detoxification center that wanted to move into a residential
zone. Staff made the decision that it would be appropriate to look at making a change to
limit the zones where these types of facilities can be sited.
The City regulates essential public facilities pursuant to chapter 19.90 SVMC. The current
regulations stipulate that a conditional use permit (CUP) is required for all essential public
facilities to address any possible impacts. Currently, essential public facilities are allowed in
all zones except mixed use and parks and open space.
Chairman Johnson asked if the new R-4 zone would also be included.
Ms. Barlow answered that the City will probably look to exclude that zone if it is created but
the current code text amendment only addresses the zones that are in the code right now.
Chairman Johnson asked the timeframe for this amendment.
Ms. Barlow answered that the public hearing will be held in July, the findings of fact at the
following meeting and then moving onto the City Council for their review and decision.
X. GOOD OF THE ORDER: The Commissioners welcomed Commissioner Haneke to the
board. Commissioner McKinley asked for an update regarding opening the City Hall for in
person meetings.
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Ms. Nickerson answered that the governor's order for COVID phase three does include
allowing face-to-face with customers for government facilities. However, there is no date yet
for when phase three will begin. The City has begun preparations for when opening does
happen and is putting protocols in place to keep people safe while they are in City Hall.
XI. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:06
pm. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
James Johnson, Chair
Deanna Horton, Secretary
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Date signed
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Regular Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Council Chambers — City Hall
July 9, 2020
Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via
ZOOM meeting.
II. Commissioners, staff and audience stood for the pledge of allegiance.
III. Secretary to the Commission Deanna Horton took roll and the following members and staff
were present:
Fred Beaulac
Walt Haneke
James Johnson
Danielle Kaschmitter
Timothy Kelley
Robert McKinley
Sherri Robinson
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Jenny Nickerson, Building Official
Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager
Marianne Lemons, Office Assistant
Taylor Dillard, Administrative Assistant
IV. AGENDA: Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve the agenda for July 9, 2020, with
the exception of removing the corrected draft minutes from June 11, 2020, due to a technical
error. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against and
the motion passed.
V. MINUTES: Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve the minutes for June 25, 2020
minutes as presented. Chairman Johnson moved to amend the stated location of the parcels
for CPA-2020-0003 from south of Mission to north of Mission. The vote on the amendment
was seven in favor, zero against and the amendment passed. The vote on the amended
motion was seven in favor, zero against and the motion passed.
VI. COMMISSION REPORTS: There were no Commission reports.
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Jenny Nickerson, Building Official offered a suggestion
for the Planning Commission to voice their concerns with staff prior to the meeting so staff
can provide information and acknowledge those concerns during their presentation. Mike
Basinger, Economic Development Manager stated that the Planning Commission use the
staff as their resource.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a. Public Hearing: CTA-2020-0001. A proposed amendment to Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) 19.180 Annexations.
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The Public Hearing was opened at 6:10 pm.
Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager explained the code text amendment would
amend Chapter 19.180 of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) to provide further
clarification for annexations. He explained that the only areas that can be considered for
annexation must be in the Urban Growth Area. The city has received many informal inquiries
regarding annexation and during these discussions, staff determined the existing regulations
for annexation needs to be expanded to provide clear direction to potential applicants and
staff regarding these requests. He stated that the proposed code text amendment will provide
criteria to evaluate annexations. The criteria includes the impacts on existing residents, the
ability to serve the new area at the adopted level of services, the financial impacts of the
annexation and the methods for determining zoning upon annexation.
Chairman Johnson expressed concern regarding the financial analysis criteria and that it may
show that the area being annexed will not pay for itself. He also mentioned that the economic
evaluation is a piece of infoiuiation that the Planning Commission should utilize to help
inform their decision. Mr. Basinger stated he appreciated Chairman Johnson's comment and
that this is one of many criteria used to evaluate annexations. Deputy City Attorney, Erik
Lamb stated that the criteria is not in any particular order and that City Council may approve
or disapprove any annexation that comes forward.
The meeting was open up for public testimony.
No public testimony was offered on this matter. The public hearing was closed at 6:18.
Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to recommend approval of CTA-2020-0001 to City
Council.
Commission Haneke added that people spend money in the city, which creates additional
revenues for the surrounding businesses. Commission Robinson commented that residential
areas in the county would still be using the city's infrastructure and that it would be
beneficial if those residential areas were in the city.
The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against and the motion passed.
b. Public Hearing: CTA-2020-0002. A proposed amendment to Chapter 19.90
Essential Public Facilities SVMC and Chapter 19.60 Permitted Uses SVMC.
The Public Hearing was opened at 6:18 pm.
Senior Planner, Lori Barlow explained that this code text amendment would modify
regulations for essential public facilities. Ms. Barlow explained that it would prohibit
Essential Public Facilities (EPFs) from locating in residential zones and it would allow EPFs
in the Mixed Use (MU) zone. Ms. Barlow explained that the proposed changes to Chapter
19.90 SVMC will reformat the regulations to highlight the process and then specifically add
language to the regulations applicable to locally significant EPFs. She stated that the
language added to the last section of 19.90 specifically states that EPFs with local
significance are not permitted in the R-1, R-2, or R-3 zones. Ms. Barlow highlighted that the
city does have the ability to determine which zone locally significant EPFs may be located in
as long as there are adequate areas in the city that can provide for these EPFs. She stated that
through this process, it has been determined that locally significant EPFs are not compatible
with the single-family residential zones. The proposal is to prohibit locally significant EPFs
from locations in the R-1, R-2, and R-3 zones.
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Commissioner Beaulac asked about adding the Multi -Family residential zone to the R-1, R-2
or R-3 zones. Ms. Barlow explained that there are some EPFs designed to be in residential
zones so it was determined that allowing these to be in the Multi -Family residential zone
would meet the need for these locally significant EPFs to be located in a residential setting
while still preserving the character of the other residential zones. Commissioner Beaulac
asked for an example of what would be allowed in the Multi -Family residential zone for
EPFs. Ms. Barlow explained a brief history of what prompted this amendment and gave an
example of a small scale detox center.
Commissioner Robinson requested clarification for facilities like NAOMI and other women's
shelters. There was a short discussion on what services those shelters would need to provide
to be considered and EPF.
Commission Kaschmitter requested clarification on state and regional correctional facilities
and if they could be included. Ms. Barlow answered that those would not be locally
significant and they would have to go through the siting process with the Board of County
Commissioners. She further explained the process that these EPFs would have to go through
to determine the most suitable locations.
The meeting was open up for public testimony.
No public testimony was offered on this matter.
The public hearing was closed at 6:32.
Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to recommend approval of CTA-2020-0002 to City
Council.
Commissioner Beaulac stated that he would like to see Multi -Family residential added to the
list of residential zones that EPFs could not locate in. Mr. Lamb provided clarification that an
identified residential zone should be left as a potential zone for EPFs to locate. Chairman
Johnson stated that these are essential services and moving them to a Multi -Family zone will
make it more expensive to create these facilities. Commissioner McKinley stated that he is in
favor of these facilities moving from the R-1, R-2, and R-3 zones.
The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against and the motion passed.
X. GOOD OF THE ORDER: Commissioner Kelley read a statement regarding core values.
He stated the importance of the commissioner's votes during the election of officers and for
the comprehensive plan amendments. He asked the commissioners to bring their core values
to each meeting. He welcomed the new commissioners to be a part of the conversation.
Commissioner Robinson thanked everyone for their patience and stated that although she
cannot change her vote on CPA-2020-0007 from the June 25, 2020 meeting but she wishes
she could. She provided further information as to why she's reached this decision and going
forward she will be in support of the R-4 zone. Commissioner McKinley offered a reminder
that tax returns are due Wednesday, July 15, 2020. He also thanked staff for their work on the
EPFs. Commissioner Kaschmitter thanked the commission for caring about the community
and thanked staff for their patience. Chairman Johnson thanked staff and mentioned that the
commission should never question staff's motives. He stated he is in favor of medium
density.
XI. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:48
pm. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
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Spokane
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COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC WORKS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
CTA-2020-0001
STAFF REPORT DATE: June 11, 2020
HEARING DATE AND LOCATION: July 9, 2020, beginning at 6:00 p.m., Spokane Valley City Hall Council
Chambers, 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, Washington 99206.
PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION: The city initiated code text amendment will amend Chapter 19.180 of the
Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) to clarify the process and criteria to annex adjacent and
contiguous areas into the City, and to ensure that the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities,
services, and maintenance of the annexation area are adequately considered prior to annexation.
APPROVAL CRITERIA: Spokane Valley Comprehensive Plan, SVMC 17.80.150, 19.30.040.
SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS: Staff concludes that the proposed amendments to Chapter 19.180 SVMC
are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the criteria for review and approval for code text
amendments.
STAFF CONTACT: Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager
APPLICATION PROCESSING: SVMC Chapter 17.80, Permit Processing Procedures. The following table
summarizes the procedural steps for the proposal.
Process
Date
Department of Commerce 60-day Notice
May 26, 2020
SEPA — DNS Issued
May 29, 2020
Publish Notice of Public Hearing:
June 12 and 19, 2020
BACKGROUND:
Since the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan in late 2016, the City has received a number of informal
inquiries regarding annexation into the City. During these discussions it was determined that the existing
policy framework for annexation needed to be bolstered to provide clearer direction to potential applicants
and staff regarding annexation requests. In 2019 the City adopted amendments to the Comprehensive Plan
that included the following policies and strategy:
LU-P19 Develop criteria to identify, process, and assess the annexation of land into Spokane Valley
LU-P20 Identify land designations for potential annexation areas in the Comprehensive Plan for the
adjacent Urban Growth Areas to the City
CF-P16 Plan and coordinate the location of public facilities and utilities in potential annexation areas,
including identifying the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities, services, and maintenance.
Strategy Evaluate and develop criteria to assist in the evaluation of annexations.
Staff Report and Recommendation CTA-2020-0001
The proposed amendment to Chapter 19.180 of the SVMC is the implementation measure to achieve the
previously adopted Comprehensive Plan policies and strategy.
ANALYSIS:
Annexation is the procedure for bringing unincorporated areas of a county into an adjacent incorporated
city. If an area is annexed, the city becomes the primary provider of local government services. Washington
State law as set forth in RCW 35A.14 allows annexations through a variety of mechanisms, including Voter
Initiated Election Method, Council Initiated Election Method, Direct Petition Method, Unincorporated
Islands, Municipal Purpose; Interlocal Agreement Annexation of Area Served by Fire District(s); and
Annexation of Federal Areas. Many of these methods are limited in scope and used by cities infrequently.
The most common methods of annexation are further described below:
Voter Initiated Election Method - This annexation method is initiated by voters living in the area to be
annexed and requires approval of the voters in the proposed annexation area.
City Council Initiated Election Method - This annexation method is initiated by a City Council resolution
and requires approval of the voters in the proposed annexation area.
Direct Petition Method - This annexation method is initiated by property owners (or residents) of the
proposed annexation area. This method requires the signatures of (1) property owners representing 60
percent of the assessed value of the area proposed for annexation, or (2) property owners representing a
majority of the area proposed for annexation and a majority of the registered voters in the area. Upon
receipt of a sufficient petition, City Council adopts an ordinance approving annexation. This is the most
common type of annexation.
Annexations are limited to areas that are within the Urban Growth Area. The figure below shows the areas
in Spokane County that may be available for annexation to the City in yellow.
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In addition to the Washington State laws regarding annexation, the proposed amendment will require that
all voter -initiated, City Council initiated, and direct petition annexations be subject to the proposed
procedures in chapter 19.180 SVMC. Other types of annexations may, but are not required to use the
procedures. The proposed annexation procedures and criteria will allow the City to evaluate specific
annexation proposals with a set of uniform standards and evaluate the consequences of the annexation on
utilities, sanitation, traffic, and law enforcement. The proposed regulations will also allow the City to
evaluate the financial impacts of the annexation on providing the required public services at the City's
adopted levels of service, including both the costs to provide services and anticipated revenues from the
proposed annexation area to support required levels of services.
Under the proposed regulations the newly annexed areas will have a Comprehensive Plan and zoning
designations of either the Comprehensive Plan or zoning designation as identified in a joint planning
process or the closest comparable City Comprehensive Plan and zoning designation. These interim
designations and zoning will be evaluated in the next Comprehensive Plan amendment cycle.
The proposed amendments to chapter 19.180 SVMC provide a uniform set of criteria that the City would
use to evaluate annexation requests. The proposed regulations provide for a set of criteria to fairly and
uniformly evaluate annexations, their impacts on existing residents and the ability to serve the new area at
adopted levels of service. The regulations also provide a mechanism for the City to evaluate the financial
impact of the annexation and mitigate that impact to existing residents.
A. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE TEXT
AMENDMENT
1. Compliance with Title 17 (General Provisions) of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code
a. Findings:
SVMC 17.80.150(F) Municipal Code Text Amendment Approval Criteria
The City may approve a Municipal Code Text amendment if it finds that:
i. The proposed text amendment is consistent with the applicable provisions of the
Comprehensive Plan;
Staff Analysis: The proposed amendment is supported by the Comprehensive Pan
and is consistent with the following policies and strategy:
LU-P19 Develop criteria to identify, process, and assess the annexation of land into
Spokane Valley
LU-P20 Identify land designations for potential annexation areas in the
Comprehensive Plan for the adjacent Urban Growth Areas to the City
CF-P16 Plan and coordinate the location of public facilities and utilities in potential
annexation areas, including identifying the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities,
utilities, services, and maintenance.
Strategy Evaluate and develop criteria to assist in the evaluation of annexations.
ii. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relation to public health, safety, welfare,
and protection of the environment:
Staff Analysis: The proposed amendment bears a substantial relation to public health,
safety, welfare, and protection of the environment. Under the existing provisions for
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annexation there are no criteria to evaluate annexation requests. The proposed
regulations provide guidance to the City, to evaluate the consequences of the
annexation on utilities, sanitation, traffic, and law enforcement. The proposed
regulations will also allow the City to evaluate the financial impacts of the annexation
on providing the required public services at the City's adopted levels of service. This
evaluation will analyze the costs to provide services and anticipated revenues from
the proposed annexation area to support the required levels of service. Further the
regulations provide a clear process for establishing interim comprehensive plan and
zoning for any annexed areas.
b. Conclusion(s):
The proposed text amendment is consistent with the approval criteria contained in the SVMC
17.80.150(F).
2. Finding and Conclusions Specific to Public Comments
a. Findings:
No public comments have been received to date.
b. Conclusion(s):
Adequate public noticing was conducted for CTA-2020-0001 in accordance with adopted
public noticing procedures.
3. Finding and Conclusions Specific to Agency Comments
a. Findings:
No agency comments have been received to date.
b. Conclusion(s):
Comments have been addressed and no concerns noted.
B. CONCLUSION
The proposed text amendment clarifies the process and criteria to annex adjacent and contiguous
areas into the City, and to ensure that the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities, services,
and maintenance of the annexation area are adequately considered prior to annexation.
For the reasons set forth in Section A, the proposed code text amendment is found to be consistent
the Comprehensive Plan and the requirements of SVMC 17.80.150(F).
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval El
Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation ❑ executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: First Reading Proposed Ordinance 20-008; 2020 Annual Comprehensive
Plan Amendments.
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 36.70A, SVMC 17.80.140 and 19.30.010.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: On December 13, 2016, City Council approved Ordinance
16-018 amending the Comprehensive Plan and associated development regulations as required every eight
years. On November 19, 2019, City Council approved the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket.
On August 11, 2020, Council heard an administrative report.
BACKGROUND: The Growth Management Act allows local jurisdictions to consider amendments to their
Comprehensive Plans once each year. The City codified this process in Section 17.80.140 of the Spokane
Valley Municipal Code (SVMC). Consistent with state law and the SVMC, staff published notice on August
23 and 30, 2019, advising the public of the annual amendment process and that the City would accept
applications for the 2020 cycle through October 31, 2019. The notice was also sent to all agencies,
organizations, and adjacent jurisdictions that may have an interest in amending the comprehensive plan.
On November 19, 2019, the City Council approved and forwarded the 2020 Docket to the Planning
Commission for their review and recommendation. On March 6, 2020, the Planning Commission held a
study session on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. A public hearing on the proposed
amendments was scheduled for March 26, 2020, but was canceled due to COVID-19 and state mandated
regulations concerning holding remote meetings and adherence to prescribed social distancing. The
Planning Commission process for the 2020 Comprehensive Plan amendments was restarted with an
additional study session on June 11, followed by a public hearing held remotely on June 25, 2020.
In addition to the minimum legally required notice, the City issued a press release and sent direct emails to
the Media, Comp Plan Updates, City News, and City Planning Commission Agenda distribution lists, for a
total of 2,104 emails. The City also created a rotating banner on the City's homepage that linked to a
webpage about the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Finally, the City created and published social
media posts on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedln about the public hearing.
After the public hearing was closed on June 25, 2020, the Planning Commission reviewed and deliberated on
each of the proposed CPAs. On July 23, 2020, the Planning Commission voted on the following Findings
and Recommendations to the City Council:
• The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to forward to City Council a recommendation to approve
CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, and CPA-2020-0006.
• The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to forward to City Council a recommendation to deny CPA-
2020-0003 and CPA-2020-0007.
An Administrative Report was presented to City Council on August 11, 2020. No public comment was taken
at that time. The Council agreed by consensus to have the proposed Ordinance presented for first reading
provide for approval of CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-
2020-0007. The draft Ordinance under consideration identifies findings that each of the proposed
amendments are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan goals and policies, the GMA, and the SVMC.
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Note that City Council adopted amendments to its Governance Manual that provide that Council will not take
public comment on items that have already had a public hearing, such as the Comprehensive Plan amendments
presented in proposed Ordinance 20-008.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
OPTIONS: Move to advance Ordinance No. 20-008 to a second reading, with or without amendments.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to advance Ordinance 20-008, Comprehensive Plan
Amendments to a second reading as proposed.
STAFF CONTACT: Mike Basinger, AICP, Economic Development Manager;
Chaz Bates, AICP, Senior Planner
ATTACHMENTS: PowerPoint Presentation; Draft Ordinance 20-008 with attachments;
Yellow Binder Distributed Separately
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Applicant: Land Use
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Owner: Tucker Roy, LLC
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Applicant: LB Stone
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Owner: LB Stone Properties
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Industrial (I) to Regional
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Council Direction: Prepare
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 20-008
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY
WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN;
AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.
WHEREAS, through Spokane Valley Ordinance No. 16-018, the City of Spokane Valley adopted the
Comprehensive Plan, Capital Facilities Plan, and maps as the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Spokane
Valley (the Comprehensive Plan); and
WHEREAS, comprehensive plans may be amended annually pursuant to RCW 36.70A.130 of the
Growth Management Act (GMA); and
WHEREAS, amendments to the City's Comprehensive Plan may be initiated by the Planning
Commission (Commission), the City Council (Council), citizens, or by the Community and Public Works
Director based on citizen requests or when changed conditions warrant adjustments; and
WHEREAS, the GMA requires comprehensive plans to be implemented with development regulations,
including the zoning of all properties in the City that are consistent with land use map designations; and
WHEREAS, the City adopted Public Participation Guidelines to direct the public involvement process
for adopting and amending comprehensive plans; and
WHEREAS, the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) provides that amendment applications shall
be received prior to November 1 of each year; and
WHEREAS, applications were submitted by the applicant, owner, or by City staff to amend the
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map for the purpose of beneficially using the property described herein;
and
WHEREAS, on November 19, 2019, City Council approved the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Docket; and
WHEREAS, on November 25, 2019, the Washington State Department of Commerce was notified
pursuant to RCW 36.70A.106 of the City's intent to adopt amendments to the Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Environmental Protection Act chapter 43.21C RCW (SEPA) and
chapter 21.20 SVMC, staff conducted an environmental review to determine the potential environmental
impacts from the proposed amendments; and
WHEREAS, on February 21, 2020, after reviewing the environmental checklists, staff issued a
Determination of Non -Significance (DNS) for each of the proposals, published the DNS in the Valley News
Herald, and where appropriate posted the DNS on the sites and mailed the DNS to all affected public
agencies; and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2020 and March 13, 2020, notice of the Commission public hearing was
published in the Valley News Herald; and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing had been posted on all the subject
properties; and
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WHEREAS, on March 6, 2020, the Commission conducted a study session to review the proposed
amendments; and
WHEREAS, on March 10, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing was mailed to all property owners
within 400 feet of the subject properties; and
WHEREAS, the public hearing scheduled for March 26, 2020 was canceled due to the COVID-19
pandemic and related Proclamations from Governor Inslee limiting social gatherings; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing was mailed to all property owners
within 400 feet of the subject properties; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing had been posted on all the subject
properties; and
WHEREAS, on May 29, 2020 and June 5, 2020, notice of the Commission public hearing was
published in the Valley News Herald; and
WHEREAS, on June 11, 2020, the Commission conducted a study session to review the proposed
amendments; and
WHEREAS, in addition to the minimum legally required notice, the City issued a press release and sent
direct emails to the "Media," "Comp Plan Updates," "City News," and "City Planning Commission
Agenda" email distribution lists; and
WHEREAS, the City also created a rotating banner on the City's homepage that linked to a webpage
about the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments; and
WHEREAS, the City created and published social media posts on its Facebook, Twitter and Linkedln
accounts about the date, time, and opportunity for public comment at the public hearing; and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2020, the Commission received evidence, information, public testimony, and
a staff report and recommendation at a public hearing; and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2020, the Commission deliberated and voted to forward CPA-2020-0001,
CPA-2020-0002, and CPA-2020-0006, to Council with a recommendation for approval and CPA-2020-
0003 and CPA-2020-0007 to Council with a recommendation for denial, with written findings of fact setting
forth the bases for such recommendations to Council; and
WHEREAS, on August 11, 2020, Council conducted a briefing to review the proposed amendments;
and
WHEREAS, on August 11, 2020, Council concurred to place CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-
2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-2020-0007 in an ordinance for consideration of approval; and
WHEREAS, on August 25, 2020, Council considered a first ordinance reading to approve CPA-2020-
0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-2020-0007; and
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WHEREAS, on September 8, 2020, Council considered a second ordinance reading to adopt the
proposed amendments for CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and
CPA-2020-0007.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley do ordain as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Ordinance is to amend the Comprehensive Plan as
described in CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-2020-0007.
Section 2. Findings. Council acknowledges that the Commission conducted appropriate
investigation and study and held a public hearing on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
Council has read and considered the Commission's findings. Council makes and adopts findings specific
to each Comprehensive Plan amendment as set forth in Section 4 below. The Council hereby makes and
adopts the following general findings applicable to all proposed amendments:
General Findings:
1. On November 25, 2019, the Washington State Department of Commerce was provided a
notice of intent to adopt amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
2. Pursuant to chapter 43.21C RCW (SEPA), environmental checklists were required for each
proposed Comprehensive Plan map and text amendment.
3. Staff reviewed the environmental checklists and a threshold determination was made for each
proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment.
4. On February 21, 2020, Determination ofNon-Significance (DNS) was issued for the proposed
Comprehensive Plan amendments.
5. On February 21, 2020, the DNS was published in the City's official newspaper, the Valley
News Herald, pursuant to chapter 21.20 SVMC.
6. The procedural requirements of SEPA and Title 21 SVMC have been fulfilled.
7. On May 27, 2020, individual notices of public hearing for the proposed site -specific map
amendments were, or had been previously, mailed to all property owners within 400 feet of
each affected site.
8. On May 27, 2020 each site subject to a proposed site -specific amendment was, or had been
previously, posted with a "Notice of Public Hearing" sign, with a description of the proposal.
9. On May 29, 2020 and June 5, 2020, notice of the Commission public hearing was published
in the Valley News Herald.
10. In addition to the minimum legally required notice, the City issued a press release, sent direct
emails to the "Media," "Comp Plan Updates," "City News," and "City Planning Commission
Agenda" email distribution lists, and provided notice of the public hearing on the City's
Facebook, Twitter, and Linkedln accounts.
11. The procedural requirements in SVMC 17.80.140 for the amendment process, including
public participation, notice, and public hearing requirements have been met.
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12. On June, 25, 2020, the Commission held a public hearing on each of the proposed
Comprehensive Plan amendments. After receiving public testimony the public hearing was
closed.
13. On June 25, 2020, the Commission deliberated and voted to forward CPA-2020-0001, CPA-
2020-0002, and CPA-2020-0006, to Council with a recommendation for approval and CPA-
2020-0003 and CPA-2020-0006 to Council with a recommendation for denial.
14. The Commission adopted findings for CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003,
CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-2020-0007. Such findings were presented to Council. Specific
findings adopted and made by City Council for each Comprehensive Plan Amendment request
are contained in Section 4, below.
15. The Commission and Council have reviewed the proposed amendments concurrently to
evaluate the cumulative impacts. The review was consistent with the annual amendment
process pursuant to SVMC 17.80.140 and chapter 36.70A RCW.
16. The proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan are consistent with GMA and do not
result in internal inconsistencies within the Comprehensive Plan itself.
Section 3. Property. The properties subject to this Ordinance are described in Attachment "A" (2020
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Maps).
Section 4. Comprehensive Plan and Map Amendments. Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.130, the
Comprehensive Plan is hereby amended as set forth below and in Attachment "A." The Comprehensive
Plan amendments are generally described as follows:
Comprehensive Plan and Map Amendments:
File No. CPA-2020-0001:
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Single Family
Residential (SFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Single -Family
Residential Urban (R-3) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Applicant: Land Use Solutions and Entitlement, 9101 N Mt View Lane, Spokane, WA 99218.
Amendment Location: Parcel number 45152.1004 addressed as 1311 N. McDonald Road, further
located in the NW 1/4 of Section 15, Township 25 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane
County, Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0001:
1. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. The adopted Comprehensive Plan describes
the CMU designation as "allow[ing] for light manufacturing, retail, multifamily, and
offices along major transportation corridors. It is primarily used along Sprague Avenue,
and the north -south arterials." McDonald Road is an improved north -south Minor
Arterial that is consistent with the description of the CMU designation. Additionally,
proposed amendment increases office and parking opportunities in the McDonald Road
corridor.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to
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provide an expansion of office use on a designated Minor Arterial with supporting
infrastructure. The proposal is consistent with goals of GMA and the Comprehensive
Plan.
3. The proposed amendment responds to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies.
The two parcels to the south of the proposed amendment were changed from Office to
CMU as part of the 2016 legislative update as part of a larger 2016 amendment to
eliminate the Office designation, and the owner of the subject property is the same owner
of the McDonald Professional Center.
4. The proposed amendment is not in response to or correct an obvious mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan has identified the following goals and policies that support
increasing employment opportunities while taking advantage of existing supportive
infrastructure. The proposed amendment contributes to the long-term success of the City:
a. ED-P6 Promote the development or redevelopment of vacant and underutilized
properties, particularly those with potential to serve as a catalyst for
economic development.
b. LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
c. T-G2 Ensure that transportation planning efforts reflect anticipated land use
patterns and support identified growth opportunities.
6. The change to CMU will allow for expanded office and office related uses such as
parking. The change could result in more intensive development in the future, though the
site immediately to the south is vacant and designated and zoned CMU. There is no
concern on the effect of the physical environment.
7. There are no known critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and
wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded areas or geologically hazardous areas. The
parcel is not located within shoreline jurisdiction, and there are no known surface water
quality or quantity issues. The City's critical areas ordinance ensures adequate protection
of critical areas and stormwater associated with commercial development will be retained
and treated on the site.
8. The property is adjacent to CMU to the south and MFR to the east. To the north and west
are existing single family homes on SFR designated properties. If approved, the
development of the site will be subject to the transitional regulations that will ensure
protection of the adjacent homes to the north and south. Potential development consistent
with the CMU zone will be compatible with properties to the south and east. The
projected impact to the surrounding neighborhood is minimal. Any future development
will be evaluated for compliance with all municipal requirements as it relates to adjacent
uses at the time of development.
9. McDonald Road is a Minor Arterial and is expected to accommodate the projected
change. The projected LOS for McDonald Road in 2040 is A-C, and no mitigations or
transportation projects are planned for this section of McDonald Road within the 20-year
planning horizon. The subject property and the property immediately to the south are
considered infill; the expansion of office in this area is ideal because of the supporting
infrastructure that is in place overall impact to the transportation system is minimal.
10. The proposed change would allow the property to support the expansion of the McDonald
Professional Center, increasing employment opportunities and growing the City's
economy. The change will benefit the City and region by supporting the following
adopted Comprehensive Plan goal and policy:
a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane
Valley
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b. ED-P3 Encourage businesses that provide jobs and grow local markets.
11. The proposal adds approximately 0.5 acres of CMU property to the 1,666 acres of
existing CMU designated property within the City. The CMU designation in this location
allows for the expansion of an existing office development on the McDonald Road
corridor in an area supported by existing infrastructure. The proposal is limited to a
reasonable area and if developed under CMU standards the type of use and density would
be appropriate for the location.
12. There is one dwelling unit proposed to be removed. While CMU allows residential
development, it is not expected that residential development would occur and therefore
the City would lose one single family house as a result of the amendment. The change is
not expected to have significant impacts to population density in the area.
13. The CMU designation will support the goals and policies identified above. There will be
no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Housing, Capital
Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private Utilities, Parks and Open Space and
Natural Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the designation for parcel number 45152.1004 to Corridor Mixed Use
(CMU).
File No. CPA-2020-0002:
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Industrial (I) to
Regional Commercial (RC) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I) to Regional
Commercial (RC).
Applicant: Lawrence B. Stone Properties, PO Box 3949, Spokane, WA 99220.
Amendment Location: Parcel number 35133.2321, located north Fancher Road, further located in the
SW 1/4 of Section 13, Township 25 North, Range 43 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County,
Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0002:
1. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. The proposed amendment provides the
opportunity to aggregate parcels creating greater depth to provide for a larger format
structure. Based on the application, the intent is to combine the two Regional Commercial
(RC) parcels to the south with the proposal. Both the Industrial (I) and RC designations
and zoning districts allow for intensive uses. Providing opportunity for development and
redevelopment where there is existing infrastructure has a substantial benefit to public
health, safety, and welfare.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to
aggregate parcels in an area that is already served by supporting infrastructure. The
proposal does not conflict with any other GMA goals. The amendment is not in conflict
with any other portions of the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The proposed amendment does not respond to a substantial change in conditions beyond
the property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies.
4. The proposed amendment does not correct a mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
While not identified as a deficiency, the Comprehensive Plan includes the following
goals and policies that support increasing employment opportunities while taking
advantage of existing supportive infrastructure. The proposed amendment contributes to
the long-term success of the City by:
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a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane
Valley.
b. ED-P6 Promote the development or redevelopment of vacant and underutilized
properties, particularly those with potential to serve as a catalyst for
economic development.
c. LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
d. LU-G3 Support the transformation of commercial, industrial, and mixed -use areas
into accessible districts that attract economic activity.
e. CF-P2 Optimize the use of existing public facilities before investing in new
facilities.
6. The change to RC will allow uses similarly allowed along the Sprague corridor. The
change may result in a more people -oriented active use in the area versus a vacant or
industrial use, but the intensity would be similar to existing nearby uses. There is no
concern on effect of physical environment.
7. There are no known critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and
wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded areas or geologically hazardous areas. The
parcel is not located within shoreline jurisdiction, and there are no known surface water
quality or quantity issues. The City's critical areas ordinance will ensure that adequate
protection of critical areas and adjacent land use are addressed when future development
occurs and stormwater associated with commercial development will be retained and
treated on the site.
8. The property is adjacent to RC to the west and south; and I to the north and east. To the
north are existing industrial developments and users. To the south is a vacant used motor
vehicle sales lot that is under the same ownership. To the west is Home Depot. The
projected impact to the surrounding neighborhood is minimal. Any future development
will be evaluated for compliance with all municipal requirements as it relates to adjacent
uses at the time of development.
9. Sprague Avenue is a Principal Arterial and is expected to accommodate the projected
change. The 20-year Transportation Improvement Plan identifies a concrete intersection
at Sprague and Fancher by 2039. The existing and projected LOS for this segment of
Sprague Avenue is D within City's adopted standard. Additionally, the change from I to
RC is expected to have a minimal impact to the transportation network and other utilities.
10. The proposed change would allow the property to be combined with the two properties
fronting Sprague Avenue, increasing employment opportunities and growing the city's
economy. The change benefits the neighborhood, City, and region by supporting the
following adopted Comprehensive Plan goals and policies:
a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane
Valley.
b. ED-P6 Promote the development or redevelopment of vacant and underutilized
properties, particularly those with potential to serve as a catalyst for
economic development.
c. LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
d. LU-G3 Support the transformation of commercial, industrial, and mixed -use areas
into accessible districts that attract economic activity.
e. CF-P2 Optimize the use of existing public facilities before investing in new
facilities.
11. The proposal would add approximately three acres of RC property to the 809 acres of
existing RC designated property within the City. As of 2018, there are approximately
111 acres of vacant RC property within the City. The amendment allows for commercial
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development on the Sprague Avenue corridor in an area supported by existing
infrastructure. The proposal is limited to a reasonable area and if developed under RC
standards the type of use and density will be appropriate for the location.
12. Under the existing conditions the subject property is a paved vacant lot. It appears the
property was used in conjunction with the RC designated property to the south for used
motor vehicle sales, which is presently vacant. The change of the property from I to RC
will not impact current or projected population density in the area.
13. The RC designation will support the goals and policies identified above. It would have
very little to no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Housing,
Capital Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private Utilities, Parks and Open Space
and Natural Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the designation for parcel number 35133.2321 to Regional Commercial
(RC).
File No. CPA-2020-0003:
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Multifamily
Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Multifamily
Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Applicant: Jay Rambo, PO Box 212011, Spokane Valley, WA 99214.
Amendment Location: Parcel numbers 45094.0133, 45094.0134, and 45094.0121 addressed as 1723
and 1724 N Union Road, further located in the SE 1/4 of Section 09, Township 25 North, Range 44 East,
Willamette Meridian, Spokane County, Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0003:
1. The proposed amendment changing the land use designation from Multiple Family
Residential to (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) has a substantial relationship to the
public health, safety, welfare, and protection of the environment. The adopted
Comprehensive Plan describes the CMU designation as "allow[ing] for light
manufacturing, retail, multifamily, and offices along major transportation corridors. It is
primarily used along Sprague Avenue, and the north -south arterials." The subject
properties are between CMU properties to the west, east, and south. Access is provided
by Union Road via Mission Avenue. Mission Ave is a Minor Arterial. Changing the land
use designation to CMU increases the flexibility of allowed uses and allowed density on
the sites in an area with supportive infrastructure, which has benefit to public health,
safety, and welfare.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to
expand the multiple family development on the site and the opportunity to provide the
neighborhood with access to daily goods and services in a centralized area with adequate
public facilities; there are two projects in the 6-year TIP along Mission Avenue just south
of this area to improve capacity. The proposal does not conflict with any other GMA
goals. The amendment is not in conflict with any other portions of the comprehensive
plan.
3. The proposed amendment does not respond to a substantial change in conditions beyond
the property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies.
While the amendment does not respond directly to a substantial change in conditions
beyond the owner's control, the 2016 legislative update to the Comprehensive Plan
eliminated the Office designation generally replacing it with the CMU designation,
which was the case for the parcels to the west, east, and south. While the 2016 plan
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changed the designation of the surrounding vacant lands from Office to CMU, the
properties subject to the amendment request had a multiple family development and the
designation of Multiple Family was not changed. The CMU designation provides more
flexibility than the Office and Multiple Family designations. The changing of the
surrounding properties from Office to CMU created a situation whereby the subject
properties may not use their property to the similarly situated properties to the west, east,
and south.
4. The amendment is not in response to a mapping error and would not correct any error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
Changing the designation from MFR to CMU on an existing developed parcel provides
the opportunity to increase density on developed parcels using pre-existing infrastructure
and provide flexibility to add service retail oriented to the area that may be supported by
the multiple family housing. The Comprehensive Plan identifies the following goals and
policies that support the proposed change:
a. LU-GI Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
b. LU-P16 Maximize the density of development along major transit corridors and near
transit centers and commercial areas.
c. H-GI Allow for a broad range of housing opportunities to meet the needs of the
community.
d. H-G3 Allow convenient access to daily goods and services in Spokane Valley's
neighborhoods.
e. CF-P2 Optimize the use of existing public facilities before investing in new facilities.
6. The change to CMU will allow existing uses as well as commercial, office and higher
residential development of the properties. The properties will have the opportunity to
transition, add density and a mix of uses to serve the surrounding neighborhood. There
is no concern on effect of physical environment.
7. The effect on open space, streams, rivers and lakes is minimal. There are no known
critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and wildlife habitat areas,
frequently flooded areas or geologically hazardous areas. The parcels are not located
within shoreline jurisdiction, and there are no known surface water quality or quantity
issues.
8. The CMU zone is compatible and will have little impact on adjacent land uses and
surrounding neighborhoods. The 6.25-acre site is currently developed with a multiple
family development and a one single family home. The adjacent use to the south is single
family, to the west self -storage, to the east office, multiple family and vacant CMU. The
CMU land use designation surrounds the amendment site to the west, east, and north.
Potential development consistent with the CMU zone will be compatible with properties
to the west, east, and south, and transitional regulations will protect the single family
zone to the north.
9. The subject properties are considered infill development, as such, the expansion of
allowed uses and increased densities are supported by community facilities and
infrastructure that is in place. Mission Avenue is a Minor Arterial. There are two projects
in the 6-year TIP along Mission Avenue just south of this area, one of which is the
intersection capacity improvement and signal modification at Pines/Mission. Site -
specific improvements and their impact to this project would be identified through the
development review process, and development on the parcels within the Mirabeau
Subarea Study area.
10. The proposed change would allow the property to increase density and support infill
development in an area planned for growth. The change may support increased housing
opportunities, office, employment, or access to daily goods and services. The change
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benefits the neighborhood, city, and region by supporting the following adopted
Comprehensive Plan goal and policy:
a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane
Valley.
b. ED-P3 Encourage businesses that provide jobs and grow local markets.
11. The proposal would add approximately 6.5 acres of CMU property to the 1,666 acres of
existing CMU designated property within the city. The CMU designation in this place
would allow for increased options for development including increased density and retail
services that may serve multiple family development. The proposal is limited to a
reasonable area and if developed under CMU standards the type of use and density would
be appropriate for the location.
12. The current designation and zoning is MFR which has a density maximum of 22 dwelling units
per acre. While CMU allows unlimited density, actual densities in the CMU are generally
consistent with those in the MFR designation and zoning. The change is not expected to have
significant impacts to the planned population density in the area.
13. The CMU designation will support the goals and policies identified above. It would have
very little to no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Housing,
Capital Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private Utilities, Parks and Open Space
and Natural Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the designation for parcel numbers 45094.0133, 45094.0134, and
45094.0121 to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
File No.: CPA-2020-0006
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Industrial (I) to
Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I) to Corridor Mixed
Use (CMU).
Applicant: City of Spokane Valley, 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99206.
Amendment Location: Parcel number 45013.9024 addressed as 3830 N Sullivan, further located in
the SW 1/4 of Section 01, Township 25 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County,
Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0006:
1. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. The proposed amendment provides more
flexibility of uses on a property allowing East Valley School District (EVSD) to broaden
and enhance their educational service mission. Under the Industrial zone educational
activities are limited to professional, vocational and trade schools. While this may
continue to be an essential component to EVSD curriculum, flexibility is needed to meet
existing and future demand for other educational services. Changing the designation to
Corridor Mixed Use (CMU), increases the allowed types of educational services legally
permitted to occur in the existing facility. Increasing educational opportunities to local
youth has a substantial benefit to public health, safety, and welfare.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to
strengthen EVSD mission to provide for education of local youth in an area with adequate
public facilities. The proposal does not conflict with any other GMA goals. The
amendment is not in conflict with any other portions of the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The amendment does respond to a substantial change in demographic conditions from
2016 legislative update to the Comprehensive Plan. EVSD has experienced changes in
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enrollment and interest in vocational education, under the existing I designation only
professional, vocational and trade schools are allowed changing the designation to CMU
allows EVSD to adapt the educational services they provide in a location they own and
have made substantial improvements for educational purposes. The demographic and
interest shifts are beyond EVSD control the proposed change allows them to continue to
serve district educational needs.
4. The proposed text amendments do not correct a mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
While not directly identified as a deficiency, the Comprehensive Plan has identified the
following goal and policy that support workforce development and education, which are
integral to the long-term success of the City:
a. ED-G5 Support and encourage the development of a strong workforce that is
globally competitive and responds to the changing needs of the workplace
b. ED-P16 Support local educational institutions in the development of educational and
training programs that meet the needs of businesses.
6. The change to CMU will allow existing uses as well as more expanded educational uses.
The change could result in more intensive development in the future, though the site is
currently developed. There is no concern on effect of physical environment.
7. There are no known critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and
wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded areas or geologically hazardous areas. The
parcel is not located within shoreline jurisdiction, and there are no known surface water
quality or quantity issues. The City's critical areas ordinance will ensure that adequate
protection of the critical areas and adjacent land use are addressed should future
development occur.
8. The property is generally surrounded by Spokane Industrial Park to the north and east;
however, the property is not part of the Spokane Industrial Park. The property to the
south is designated and zoned CMU. The institutional use on the proposed site is
generally compatible with both the light industrial uses to the north and east and the retail
service uses to the south. The projected impact to the surrounding neighborhoods is
minimal. Any future development will be evaluated for compliance with all municipal
requirements as it relates to adjacent uses at the time of development.
9. B Street is a local access street and Sullivan Road is a Principal Arterial. There are two
capacity related projects in the 6-year TIP near the project area: intersection improvement
at Sullivan and Wellesley and improvement to Sullivan and SR 290 (Trent) interchange.
The subject property are considered infill development, as such, the expansion of allowed
uses and increased densities are supported by the infrastructure that is in place.
10. The proposed change would allow the property and structure owned by EVSD to be used
for educational purposes beyond professional, vocational and trade school use, increasing
the school district's ability to provide educational services. The change benefits the
neighborhood, City, and region.
11. The proposal would add approximately 9 acres of CMU property to the 1,666 acres of
existing CMU designated property within the City. While additional demand for CMU
property may be limited, the CMU designation allows for additional educational uses,
which has been indicated as needed from EVSD. The proposal is limited to a reasonable
area and if developed under CMU standards the type of use and density would be
appropriate for the location.
12. Under the existing conditions and the Industrial designation there is very little population
that resides in the area. While CMU allows residential development, it is not expected
that residential development would occur. The proposed change in land use designation
is not expected to have significant impacts to population density in the area.
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13. The CMU designation will support the goal and policy identified above. It would have
very little to no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Land Use,
Transportation, and Housing, Capital Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private
Utilities, Parks and Open Space and Natural Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the designation for parcel number 45013.9024 to Corridor Mixed Use
(CMU).
File No. CPA-2020-0007:
Proposal: Amend Chapter 2 Goals and Policies to provide policy guidance for increased housing
density with access to support services like transit and commercial services; and provide implementing
regulations.
Applicant: City of Spokane Valley, 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99206.
Amendment Location: Applies citywide.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0007:
1. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. Housing is an important component of the
economic infrastructure of the city. Ensuring that there is a variety of housing types is an
important competitive advantage for economic development. The proposed amendment
will allow the City to more closely align its housing needs with locations within the City
to ensure adequate infrastructure is available. This will also enable the provision of
quality, affordable housing for all Spokane Valley residents.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The GMA provides that the housing
element serves to encourage the availability of affordable housing to residents of all
economic backgrounds, promote a variety of residential densities and housing types, and
encourage the preservation of existing neighborhoods. The proposed amendment will
provide increased housing options in locations that have adequate infrastructure that can
affordably support increased densities.
3. The proposed amendment responds to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies.
The amendment is not related to a specific piece of property. It does respond to a
substantial change in conditions from 2016 legislative update to the Comprehensive Plan.
This change relates to increased duplex development in neighborhoods with larger lots
as a result of the 2016 legislative update. This amendment looks to incentivize alternative
housing development where there is frequent transit and commercial services.
4. The proposed amendment is not in response to or corrects an obvious mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan identifies that the City will need an additional 6,389 homes by
2037 (3,962 single family homes and 2,417 multifamily). The plan also identifies that
the median household income in the City was approximately $2,000 less than the average
countywide annual earnings. Additional data indicates that residents are cost -burdened
with 51% of renters and 26% of homeowners spending at least 33 percent of their
monthly budget on rent or mortgage payments. The following adopted goals, policies,
and strategy support the proposed amendment:
a. H-GI Allow for a broad range of housing opportunities to meet the needs of the
community.
b. H-G2 Enable the development of affordable housing for all income levels.
c. Strategy: Continue to evaluate new housing typologies to meet market needs.
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6. The proposed amendment is policy oriented and as a non -site specific amendment does
not have a direct effect on the physical environment. Future development that may result
will be evaluated under city regulations for physical development.
7. The proposed amendment is policy oriented and does not have a direct effect on open space,
streams, rivers and lakes. The City's critical areas ordinance will ensure that adequate
protection of critical areas and adjacent land use are addressed should future development
occur.
8. The proposed amendment is policy oriented and includes implementing development
regulations that are aimed to protect neighborhood character and locate alternative
housing in areas with frequent transit and commercial services.
9. Capital Facilities Policy CF-P6 recommends that facilities and services meet minimum
Level of Service (LOS) Standards. LOS standards have been adopted for water, sewer,
transportation, stormwater, law enforcement, libraries, parks, street cleaning, public
transit, fire, and schools. The proposed amendment seeks to take advantage of available
infrastructure to minimize the need to develop and maintain new infrastructure.
10 Increasing housing options that protect neighborhood character and minimize the need
for new infrastructure can potentially reduce housing costs and thereby reducing the
amount of city residents paying more than 33 percent of their income toward housing,
which would benefit the neighborhood, city and region. The change benefits the
neighborhood, City, and region by supporting the following adopted Comprehensive
Plan goal and policy:
a. ED-P8 Provide and maintain an infrastructure system that supports Spokane
Valley's economic development priorities.
b. LU-GI Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
c. LU-G4 Ensure that land use plans, regulations, review processes, and infrastructure
improvements support economic growth and vitality
d. LU-P14 Enable a variety of housing types.
e. LU-P16 Maximize the density of development along major transit corridors and near
transit centers and commercial areas.
f. H-G3 Allow convenient access to daily goods and services in Spokane Valley's
neighborhoods.
11. The proposed amendment does not change the location or quantity of land designations.
Implementing changes to the zoning code may increase densities in locations with
adequate infrastructure support, and may reduce densities in other locations. Any future
change would be consistent with the adopted Comprehensive Plan and the demand
forecasted.
12. The implementing regulations may increase density in areas that are supported by
adequate infrastructure and may reduce densities in other locations. The proposed
amendment is not expected to have significant impacts to population density on a
citywide level. Implementing regulations will be consistent with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan and the demand forecasted.
13. The proposed amendment will support the Comprehensive Plan's housing goals, policies,
and strategies. The amendment will not have a direct impact on other Comprehensive
Plan elements. Implementing regulations will be consistent with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan and the demand forecast.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Amend the Comprehensive Plan as identified in CPA-2020-0007.
Section 5. Map - Copies on File -Administrative Action. The Comprehensive Plan (with maps) is
maintained in the office of the City Clerk as well as the City Department of Community and Public Works.
The City Manager or designee, following adoption of this Ordinance, is authorized to modify the
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Comprehensive Plan (including maps) in a manner consistent with this Ordinance, including correcting
scriveners errors.
Section 6. Liability. The express intent of the City is that the responsibility for compliance with the
provisions of this Ordinance shall rest with the permit applicant and their agents. This Ordinance and its
provisions are adopted with the express intent to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the general public
and are not intended to protect any particular class of individuals or organizations.
Section 7. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance shall 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 8. 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 as provided by law.
PASSED by the City Council this day of September, 2020.
ATTEST: Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
Office of the City Attorney
Date of Publication:
Effective Date:
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Attachment A: Ordinance 20-008
Comprehensive Plan Map
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CPA-2020-0007 (City Initiated Text Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan)
On page 2-27 of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, add the following policies:
H-P5 Enable a variety of housing types at increased densities within 'z mile of funded high performance
transit networks.
H-P6 Preserve and enhance the city's established single-family neighborhoods by minimizing the
impacts of more dense housing typologies such as duplexes and cottage development.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval El
Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation ❑ executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: First Reading Proposed Ordinance 20-009, for 2020 Zoning map and
development regulation amendments
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 36.70A, SVMC 17.80.140; SVMC 17.80.150; and SVMC
19.30.010
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: On December 13, 2016, City Council approved Ordinance
16-018 amending the Comprehensive Plan and associated development regulations as required every eight
years. On November 19, 2019, City Council approved the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket.
On August 11, 2020, Council heard an administrative report.
BACKGROUND: The Growth Management Act allows local jurisdictions to consider amendments to their
Comprehensive Plans once each year. The City codified this process in Section 17.80.140 of the Spokane
Valley Municipal Code (SVMC). Further, the City has adopted regulations for adoption of amendments to
Titles 17-24 of the SVMC pursuant to SVMC 17.80.150. Consistent with state law and the SVMC, staff
published notice on August 23 and 30, 2019, advising the public of the annual amendment process and that
the City would accept applications for the 2020 cycle through October 31, 2019. The notice was also sent
to all agencies, organizations, and adjacent jurisdictions that may have an interest in amending the
comprehensive plan.
On November 19, 2019, the City Council approved and forwarded the 2020 Docket to the Planning
Commission for their review and recommendation. On March 6, 2020, the Planning Commission held a
study session on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. A public hearing on the proposed
amendments was scheduled for March 26, 2020, but was canceled due to COVID-19 and state mandated
regulations concerning holding remote meetings and adherence to prescribed social distancing. The
Planning Commission process for the 2020 Comprehensive Plan amendments was restarted with an
additional study session on June 11, followed by a public hearing held remotely on June 25, 2020.
In addition to the minimum legally required notice, the City issued a press release and sent direct emails to
the Media, Comp Plan Updates, City News, and City Planning Commission Agenda distribution lists, for a
total of 2,104 emails. The City also created a rotating banner on the City's homepage that linked to a
webpage about the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Finally, the City created and published social
media posts on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedln about the public hearing.
After the public hearing was closed on June 25, 2020, the Planning Commission reviewed and deliberated on
each of the proposed CPAs. On July 23, 2020, the Planning Commission voted on the following Findings
and Recommendations to the City Council:
• The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to forward to City Council a recommendation to approve
CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002 and CPA-2020-0006.
• The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to forward to City Council a recommendation to deny CPA-
2020-0003 and CPA-2020-0007.
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An Administrative Report was presented to City Council on August 11, 2020. No public comment was taken
at that time. The Council agreed by consensus to have the proposed Ordinance presented for first reading
provide for approval of CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-
2020-0007. The draft Ordinance under consideration identifies findings that each of the proposed amendments
are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan goals and policies, the GMA, and the SVMC.
Note that City Council adopted amendments to its Governance Manual that provide that Council will not take
public comment on items that have already had a public hearing, such as the zoning map and implementing
development regulations presented in proposed Ordinance 20-009.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
OPTIONS: Move to advance the Ordinance No. 20-009 to a second reading, with or without amendments.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to advance Ordinance 20-009, Official Zoning
Amendments, to a second reading as proposed.
STAFF CONTACT: Mike Basinger, AICP, Economic Development Manager;
Chaz Bates, AICP, Senior Planner
ATTACHMENTS: Draft Ordinance 20-009 with attachments; Yellow Binder Distributed Separately
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 20-009
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY
WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP AND ADOPTING
IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS AS DESCRIBED IN CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-
2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, AND CPA-2020-0007; AND PROVIDING FOR OTHER MATTERS
PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley (City) adopted the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC)
and the Official City Zoning Map pursuant to Ordinance No. 16-018, on December 13, 2016 (the Official
City Zoning Map); and
WHEREAS, the SVMC and Official City Zoning Map became effective on December 28, 2016; and
WHEREAS, comprehensive plans may be amended annually pursuant to RCW 36.70A.130 of the
Growth Management Act (GMA); and
WHEREAS, amendments to the City's Comprehensive Plan may be initiated by the Planning
Commission (Commission), the City Council (Council), citizens, or by the Community and Public Works
Director based on citizen requests or when changed conditions warrant adjustments; and
WHEREAS, the GMA requires comprehensive plans to be implemented with development regulations,
including the zoning of all properties in the City that are consistent with land use map designations; and
WHEREAS, zone changes under consideration with the annual Comprehensive Plan amendments are
to be considered as area -wide rezones pursuant to SVMC 17.80.140; and
WHEREAS, consistent with the GMA, the City adopted Public Participation Guidelines to direct the
public involvement process for adopting and amending comprehensive plans and area -wide rezones; and
WHEREAS, the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) provides that amendment applications shall
be received prior to November 1 of each year; and
WHEREAS, applications were submitted by the applicant, owner, or by City staff to amend the
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map for the purpose of beneficially using the property described herein;
and
WHEREAS, on November 19, 2019, City Council approved the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Docket; and
WHEREAS, on November 25, 2019, the Washington State Department of Commerce was notified
pursuant to RCW 36.70A.106 of the City's intent to adopt amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and
implementing development regulations and zoning map amendments; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Environmental Protection Act chapter 43.21C RCW (SEPA) and
chapter 21.20 SVMC, staff conducted an environmental review to determine the potential environmental
impacts from the proposed amendments; and
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WHEREAS, on February 21, 2020, after reviewing the environmental checklists, staff issued a
Determination of Non -Significance (DNS) for each of the proposals, published the DNS in the Valley News
Herald, and where appropriate posted the DNS on the sites and mailed the DNS to all affected public
agencies; and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2020 and March 13, 2020, notice of the Commission public hearing was
published in the Valley News Herald; and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing had been posted on all the subject
properties; and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2020, the Commission conducted a study session to review the proposed
amendments; and
WHEREAS, on March 10, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing was mailed to all property owners
within 400 feet of the subject properties; and
WHEREAS, the scheduled public hearing on March 26, 2020 was canceled due to COVID-19 and
efforts to maximize social distancing, and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing was mailed to all property owners
within 400 feet of the subject properties; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2020, notice of the Commission hearing had been posted on all the subject
properties; and
WHEREAS, on May 29, 2020 and June 5, 2020, notice of the Commission public hearing was
published in the Valley News Herald; and
WHEREAS, on June 11, 2020, the Commission conducted a study session to review the proposed
amendments; and
WHEREAS, in addition to the minimum legally required notice, the City issued a press release and sent
direct emails to the "Media," "Comp Plan Updates," "City News," and "City Planning Commission
Agenda" email distribution lists; and
WHEREAS, the City also created a rotating banner on the City's homepage that linked to a webpage
about the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments; and
WHEREAS, the City created and published social media posts on its Facebook, Twitter and Linkedln
accounts about the date, time, and opportunity for public comment at the public hearing; and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2020, the Commission received evidence, information, public testimony, and
a staff report and recommendation at a public hearing; and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2020, the Commission deliberated and voted to forward CPA-2020-0001,
CPA-2020-0002, and CPA-2020-0006, to Council with a recommendation for approval and CPA-2020-
0003 and CPA-2020-0007 to Council with a recommendation for denial, with written findings of fact setting
forth the bases for such recommendations to Council;
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WHEREAS, on August 11, 2020, Council conducted a briefing to review the proposed amendments;
and
WHEREAS, on August 11, 2020, Council concurred to place CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-
2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-2020-0007, in an ordinance for consideration of approval; and
WHEREAS, on August 25, 2020, Council considered a first ordinance reading to approve CPA-2020-
0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-2020-0007; and
WHEREAS, on September 8, 2020, Council considered a second ordinance reading to adopt the
proposed amendments for CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and
CPA-2020-0007.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley do ordain as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Ordinance is to amend the Official City Zoning Map and
adopt implementing development regulations as described in CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-
2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006 and CPA-2020-0007.
Section 2. Findings. Council acknowledges that the Commission conducted appropriate
investigation and study and held a public hearing on the proposed amendments to the Official City Zoning
Map and Spokane Valley Municipal Code. Council has read and considered the Commission's findings.
Council makes and adopts findings specific to each Comprehensive Plan amendment as set forth in Section
4 below. The Council hereby makes and adopts the following general findings applicable to all proposed
amendments:
General Findin&s:
1. On November 25, 2019, the Washington State Department of Commerce was provided a
notice of intent to adopt amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
2. Pursuant to chapter 43.21C RCW (SEPA), environmental checklists were required for each
proposed Comprehensive Plan map and text amendment.
3. Staff reviewed the environmental checklists and a threshold determination was made for each
proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment.
4. On February 21, 2020, Determination ofNon-Significance (DNS) was issued for the proposed
Comprehensive Plan amendments.
5. On February 21, 2020, the DNS was published in the City's official newspaper, the Valley
News Herald, pursuant to chapter 21.20 SVMC.
6. The procedural requirements of SEPA and Title 21 SVMC have been fulfilled.
7. On May 27, 2020, individual notices of public hearing for the proposed site -specific map
amendments were, or had been previously, mailed to all property owners within 400 feet of
each affected site.
8. On May 27, 2020 each site subject to a proposed site -specific amendment was, or had been
previously, posted with a "Notice of Public Hearing" sign, with a description of the proposal.
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9. On May 29, 2020 and June 5, 2020, notice of the Commission public hearing was published
in the Valley News Herald
10. In addition to the minimum legally required notice, the City issued a press release, sent direct
emails to the "Media," "Comp Plan Updates," "City News," and "City Planning Commission
Agenda" email distribution lists, and provided notice of the public hearing on the City's
Facebook, Twitter, and Linkedln accounts.
11. The procedural requirements in SVMC 17.80.140 for the amendment process, including
public participation, notice, and public hearing requirements have been met.
12. On June, 25, 2020, the Commission held a public hearing on each of the proposed
Comprehensive Plan amendments. After receiving public testimony the public hearing was
closed.
13. On June 25, 2020, the Commission deliberated and voted to forward CPA-2020-0001, CPA-
2020-0002, and CPA-2020-0006, to Council with a recommendation for approval and CPA-
2020-0003 and CPA-2020-0007 to Council with a recommendation for denial.
14. The Commission adopted findings for CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003,
CPA-2020-0006, and CPA-2020-0007. Such findings were presented to Council. Specific
findings adopted and made by City Council for each Comprehensive Plan Amendment request
are contained in Section 4, below.
15. The Commission and Council have reviewed the proposed amendments concurrently to
evaluate the cumulative impacts. The review was consistent with the annual amendment
process pursuant to SVMC 17.80.140 and chapter 36.70A RCW.
16. The proposed amendments to the Official City Zoning Map and Spokane Valley Municipal
Code are consistent with GMA and do not result in internal inconsistencies within the
Comprehensive Plan itself.
Section 3. Property. The properties subject to this Ordinance are described in Attachment "A" (2020
Official City Zoning Amendment Maps).
Section 4. Map Amendments. Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.130, the Official City Zoning Map is hereby
amended as set forth below and in Attachment "A" (Maps). The Zoning Map amendments are generally
described as follows:
Map Amendments:
File No. CPA-2020-0001:
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Single Family
Residential (SFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Single Family
Residential Urban (R-3) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Applicant: Land Use Solutions and Entitlement, 9101 N Mt View Lane, Spokane, WA 99218.
Amendment Location: Parcel number 45152.1004 addressed as 1311 N. McDonald Road, further
located in the NW 1/4 of Section 15, Township 25 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane
County, Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0001:
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1. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. The adopted Comprehensive Plan describes
the CMU designation as "allow[ing] for light manufacturing, retail, multifamily, and
offices along major transportation corridors. It is primarily used along Sprague Avenue,
and the north -south arterials." McDonald Road is an improved north -south Minor
Arterial that is consistent with the description of the CMU designation. Additionally,
proposed amendment increases office and parking opportunities in the McDonald Road
corridor.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to
provide an expansion of office use on a designated Minor Arterial with supporting
infrastructure. The proposal is consistent with goals of GMA and the Comprehensive
Plan.
3. The proposed amendment responds to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies.
The two parcels to the south of the proposed amendment were changed from Office to
CMU as part of the 2016 legislative update as part of a larger 2016 amendment to
eliminate the Office designation, and the owner of the subject property is the same owner
of the McDonald Professional Center.
4. The proposed amendment is not in response to or correct an obvious mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan has identified the following goals and policies that support
increasing employment opportunities while taking advantage of existing supportive
infrastructure. The proposed amendment contributes to the long-term success of the City:
a. ED-P6 Promote the development or redevelopment of vacant and underutilized
properties, particularly those with potential to serve as a catalyst for economic
development.
b. LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
c. T-G2 Ensure that transportation planning efforts reflect anticipated land use patterns
and support identified growth opportunities.
6. The change to CMU will allow for expanded office and office related uses such as
parking. The change could result in more intensive development in the future, though the
site immediately to the south is vacant and designated and zoned CMU. There is no
concern on the effect of the physical environment.
7. There are no known critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and
wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded areas or geologically hazardous areas. The
parcel is not located within shoreline jurisdiction, and there are no known surface water
quality or quantity issues. The City's critical areas ordinance ensures adequate protection
of critical areas and stormwater associated with commercial development will be retained
and treated on the site.
8. The property is adjacent to CMU to the south and MFR to the east. To the north and west
are existing single family homes on SFR designated properties. If approved, the
development of the site will be subject to the transitional regulations that will ensure
protection of the adjacent homes to the north and south. Potential development consistent
with the CMU zone will be compatible with properties to the south and east. The
projected impact to the surrounding neighborhood is minimal. Any future development
will be evaluated for compliance with all municipal requirements as it relates to adjacent
uses at the time of development.
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9. McDonald Road is a Minor Arterial and is expected to accommodate the projected
change. The projected LOS for McDonald Road in 2040 is A-C, and no mitigations or
transportation projects are planned for this section of McDonald Road within the 20-year
planning horizon. The subject property and the property immediately to the south are
considered infill; the expansion of office in this area is ideal because of the supporting
infrastructure that is in place overall impact to the transportation system is minimal.
10. The proposed change would allow the property to support the expansion of the McDonald
Professional Center, increasing employment opportunities and growing the City's
economy. The change will benefit the City and region by supporting the following
adopted Comprehensive Plan goal and policy:
a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane
Valley
b. ED-P3 Encourage businesses that provide jobs and grow local markets.
11. The proposal would add approximately 0.5 acres of CMU property to the 1,666 acres of
existing CMU designated property within the City. The CMU designation in this location
allows for the expansion of an existing office development on the McDonald Road
corridor in an area supported by existing infrastructure. The proposal is limited to a
reasonable area and if developed under CMU standards the type of use and density would
be appropriate for the location.
12. There is one dwelling unit proposed to be removed. While CMU allows residential
development, it is not expected that residential development would occur and therefore
the City would lose one single family house as a result of the amendment. The change is
not expected to have significant impacts to population density in the area.
13. The CMU designation will support the goals and policies identified above. There will be
no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Housing, Capital
Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private Utilities, Parks and Open Space and
Natural Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the zoning for parcel number 45152.1004 to Corridor Mixed Use
(CMU).
File No. CPA-2020-0002:
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Industrial (I) to
Regional Commercial (RC) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I) to Regional
Commercial (RC).
Applicant: Lawrence B. Stone Properties, PO Box 3949, Spokane, WA 99220.
Amendment Location: Parcel number 35133.2321, located north Fancher Road, further located in the
SW 1/4 of Section 13, Township 25 North, Range 43 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County,
Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0002:
1. 2. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. The proposed amendment provides the
opportunity to aggregate parcels creating greater depth to provide for a larger format
structure. Based on the application, the intent is to combine the two Regional Commercial
(RC) parcels to the south with the proposal. Both the Industrial (I) and RC designations
and zoning districts allow for intensive uses. Providing opportunity for development and
redevelopment where there is existing infrastructure has a substantial benefit to public
health, safety, and welfare.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
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comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to
aggregate parcels in an area that is already served by supporting infrastructure. The
proposal does not conflict with any other GMA goals. The amendment is not in conflict
with any other portions of the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The proposed amendment does not respond to a substantial change in conditions beyond
the property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies.
4. The proposed amendment does not correct a mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
While not identified as a deficiency, the Comprehensive Plan includes the following
goals and policies that support increasing employment opportunities while taking
advantage of existing supportive infrastructure. The proposed amendment contributes to
the long-term success of the City by:
a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane
Valley.
b. ED-P6 Promote the development or redevelopment of vacant and underutilized
properties, particularly those with potential to serve as a catalyst for
economic development.
c. LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
d. LU-G3 Support the transformation of commercial, industrial, and mixed -use areas
into accessible districts that attract economic activity.
e. CF-P2 Optimize the use of existing public facilities before investing in new
facilities.
6. The change to RC will allow uses similarly allowed along the Sprague corridor. The
change may result in a more people -oriented active use in the area versus a vacant or
industrial use, but the intensity would be similar to existing nearby uses. There is no
concern on effect of physical environment.
7. There are no known critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and
wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded areas or geologically hazardous areas. The
parcel is not located within shoreline jurisdiction, and there are no known surface water
quality or quantity issues. The City's critical areas ordinance will ensure that adequate
protection of critical areas and adjacent land use are addressed when future development
occurs and stormwater associated with commercial development will be retained and
treated on the site.
8. The property is adjacent to RC to the west and south; and I to the north and east. To the
north are existing industrial developments and users. To the south is a vacant used motor
vehicle sales lot that is under the same ownership. To the west is Home Depot. The
projected impact to the surrounding neighborhood is minimal. Any future development
will be evaluated for compliance with all municipal requirements as it relates to adjacent
uses at the time of development.
9. Sprague Avenue is a Principal Arterial and is expected to accommodate the projected
change. The 20-year Transportation Improvement Plan identifies a concrete intersection
at Sprague and Fancher by 2039. The existing and projected LOS for this segment of
Sprague Avenue is D within City's adopted standard. Additionally, the change from I to
RC is expected to have a minimal impact to the transportation network and other utilities.
10. The proposed change would allow the property to be combined with the two properties
fronting Sprague Avenue, increasing employment opportunities and growing the city's
economy. The change benefits the neighborhood, City, and region by supporting the
following adopted Comprehensive Plan goals and policies:
a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane
Valley.
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b. ED-P6 Promote the development or redevelopment of vacant and underutilized
properties, particularly those with potential to serve as a catalyst for
economic development.
c. LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
d. LU-G3 Support the transformation of commercial, industrial, and mixed -use areas
into accessible districts that attract economic activity.
e. CF-P2 Optimize the use of existing public facilities before investing in new
facilities.
11. The proposal would add approximately three acres of RC property to the 809 acres of
existing RC designated property within the City. As of 2018, there are approximately
111 acres of vacant RC property within the City. The amendment allows for commercial
development on the Sprague Avenue corridor in an area supported by existing
infrastructure. The proposal is limited to a reasonable area and if developed under RC
standards the type of use and density will be appropriate for the location.
12. Under the existing conditions the subject property is a paved vacant lot. It appears the
property was used in conjunction with the RC designated property to the south for used
motor vehicle sales, which is presently vacant. The change of the property from I to RC
will not impact current or projected population density in the area.
13. The RC designation will support the goals and policies identified above. It would have
very little to no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Housing,
Capital Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private Utilities, Parks and Open Space
and Natural Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the zoning for parcel number 35133.2321 to Regional Commercial
(RC)).
File No. CPA-2020-0003:
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Multifamily
Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Multifamily
Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Applicant: Jay Rambo, PO Box 212011, Spokane Valley, WA 99214
Amendment Location: Parcel numbers 45094.0133, 45094.0134, and 45094.0121 addressed as 1723
and 1724 N Union Road, further located in the SE 1/4 of Section 09, Township 25 North, Range 44 East,
Willamette Meridian, Spokane County, Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0003:
1. The proposed amendment changing the land use designation from Multiple Family Residential
to (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) has a substantial relationship to the public health,
safety, welfare, and protection of the environment. The adopted Comprehensive Plan describes
the CMU designation as "allow[ing] for light manufacturing, retail, multifamily, and offices
along major transportation corridors. It is primarily used along Sprague Avenue, and the north -
south arterials." The subject properties are between CMU properties to the west, east, and
south. Access is provided by Union Road via Mission Avenue. Mission Ave is a Minor Arterial.
Changing the land use designation to CMU increases the flexibility of allowed uses and allowed
density on the sites in an area with supportive infrastructure, which has benefit to public health,
safety, and welfare.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW and
with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The Growth
Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to expand
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the multiple family development on the site and the opportunity to provide the neighborhood
with access to daily goods and services in a centralized area with adequate public facilities;
there are two projects in the 6-year TIP along Mission Avenue just south of this area to improve
capacity. The proposal does not conflict with any other GMA goals. The amendment is not in
conflict with any other portions of the comprehensive plan.
3. The proposed amendment does not respond to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies. While
the amendment does not respond directly to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
owner's control, the 2016 legislative update to the Comprehensive Plan eliminated the Office
designation generally replacing it with the CMU designation, which was the case for the parcels
to the west, east, and south. While the 2016 plan changed the designation of the surrounding
vacant lands from Office to CMU, the properties subject to the amendment request had a
multiple family development and the designation of Multiple Family was not changed. The
CMU designation provides more flexibility than the Office and Multiple Family designations.
The changing of the surrounding properties from Office to CMU created a situation whereby
the subject properties may not use their property to the similarly situated properties to the west,
east, and south.
4. The amendment is not in response to a mapping error and would not correct any error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
Changing the designation from MFR to CMU on an existing developed parcel provides the
opportunity to increase density on developed parcels using pre-existing infrastructure and
provide flexibility to add service retail oriented to the area that may be supported by the
multiple family housing. The Comprehensive Plan identifies the following goals and policies
that support the proposed change:
a. LU-GI Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
b. LU-P16 Maximize the density of development along major transit corridors and near transit
centers and commercial areas.
c. H-GI Allow for a broad range of housing opportunities to meet the needs of the
community.
d. H-G3 Allow convenient access to daily goods and services in Spokane Valley's
neighborhoods.
e. CF-P2 Optimize the use of existing public facilities before investing in new facilities.
6. The change to CMU will allow existing uses as well as commercial, office and higher
residential development of the properties. The properties will have the opportunity to transition,
add density and a mix of uses to serve the surrounding neighborhood. There is no concern on
effect of physical environment.
7. The effect on open space, streams, rivers and lakes minimal. There are no known critical areas
associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded
areas or geologically hazardous areas. The parcels are not located within shoreline jurisdiction,
and there are no known surface water quality or quantity issues.
8. The CMU zone is compatible and will have little impact on adjacent land uses and surrounding
neighborhoods. The 6.25-acre site is currently developed with a multiple family development
and a one single family home. The adjacent use to the south is single family, to the west self -
storage, to the east office, multiple family and vacant CMU. The CMU land use designation
surrounds the amendment site to the west, east, and north. Potential development consistent
with the CMU zone will be compatible with properties to the west, east, and south, and
transitional regulations will protect the single family zone to the north.
9. The subject properties are considered infill development, as such, the expansion of allowed
uses and increased densities are supported by community facilities and infrastructure that is in
place. Mission Avenue is a Minor Arterial. There are two projects in the 6-year TIP along
Mission Avenue just south of this area, one of which is the intersection capacity improvement
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and signal modification at Pines/Mission. Site -specific improvements and their impact to this
project would be identified through the development review process, and development on the
parcels within the Mirabeau Subarea Study area.
10. The proposed change would allow the property to increase density and support infill
development in an area planned for growth. The change may support increased housing
opportunities, office, employment, or access to daily goods and services. The change benefits
the neighborhood, city, and region by supporting the following adopted Comprehensive Plan
goal and policy:
a. ED-G1 Support economic opportunities and employment growth for Spokane Valley
b. ED-P3 Encourage businesses that provide jobs and grow local markets.
11. The proposal would add approximately 6.5 acres of CMU property to the 1,666 acres of existing
CMU designated property within the city. The CMU designation in this place would allow for
increased options for development including increased density and retail services that may
serve multiple family development. The proposal is limited to a reasonable area and if
developed under CMU standards the type of use and density would be appropriate for the
location.
12. The current designation and zoning is MFR which has a density maximum of 22 dwelling units
per acre. While CMU allows unlimited density, actual densities in the CMU are generally
consistent with those in the MFR designation and zoning. The change is not expected to have
significant impacts to the planned population density in the area.
13. The CMU designation will support the goals and policies identified above. It would have very
little to no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Housing, Capital
Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private Utilities, Parks and Open Space and Natural
Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the zoning for parcel numbers 45094.0133, 45094.0134, and
45094.0121 to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
File No.: CPA-2020-0006
Proposal: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Industrial (I) to
Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I) to Corridor Mixed
Use (CMU)
Applicant: City of Spokane Valley, 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99206.
Amendment Location: Parcel numbers 45013.9024 addressed as 3830 N Sullivan, further located in
the SW 1/4 of Section 01, Township 25 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County,
Washington.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0006:
1. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment. The proposed amendment provides more
flexibility of uses on a property allowing East Valley School District (EVSD) to broaden
and enhance their educational service mission. Under the Industrial zone educational
activities are limited to professional, vocational and trade schools. While this may
continue to be an essential component to EVSD curriculum, flexibility is needed to meet
existing and future demand for other educational services. Changing the designation to
Corridor Mixed Use (CMU), increases the allowed types of educational services legally
permitted to occur in the existing facility. Increasing educational opportunities to local
youth has a substantial benefit to public health, safety, and welfare.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The
Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
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comprehensive plans and development regulations. The request allows opportunity to
strengthen EVSD mission to provide for education of local youth in an area with adequate
public facilities. The proposal does not conflict with any other GMA goals. The
amendment is not in conflict with any other portions of the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The amendment does respond to a substantial change in demographic conditions from
2016 legislative update to the Comprehensive Plan. EVSD has experienced changes in
enrollment and interest in vocational education, under the existing I designation only
professional, vocational and trade schools are allowed changing the designation to CMU
allows EVSD to adapt the educational services they provide in a location they own and
have made substantial improvements for educational purposes. The demographic and
interest shifts are beyond EVSD control the proposed change allows them to continue to
serve district educational needs.
4. The proposed text amendments do not correct a mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
While not directly identified as a deficiency, the Comprehensive Plan has identified the
following goal and policy that support workforce development and education, which are
integral to the long-term success of the City:
a. ED-G5 Support and encourage the development of a strong workforce that is
globally competitive and responds to the changing needs of the workplace
b. ED-P16 Support local educational institutions in the development of educational and
training programs that meet the needs of businesses.
6. The change to CMU will allow existing uses as well as more expanded educational uses.
The change could result in more intensive development in the future, though the site is
currently developed. There is no concern on effect of physical environment.
7. There are no known critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands, fish and
wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded areas or geologically hazardous areas. The
parcel is not located within shoreline jurisdiction, and there are no known surface water
quality or quantity issues. The City's critical areas ordinance will ensure that adequate
protection of the critical areas and adjacent land use are addressed should future
development occur.
8. The property is generally surrounded by Spokane Industrial Park to the north and east;
however, the property is not part of the Spokane Industrial Park. The property to the
south is designated and zoned CMU. The institutional use on the proposed site is
generally compatible with both the light industrial uses to the north and east and the retail
service uses to the south. The projected impact to the surrounding neighborhoods is
minimal. Any future development will be evaluated for compliance with all municipal
requirements as it relates to adjacent uses at the time of development.
9. B Street is a local access street and Sullivan Road is a Principal Arterial. There are two
capacity related projects in the 6-year TIP near the project area: intersection improvement
at Sullivan and Wellesley and improvement to Sullivan and SR 290 (Trent) interchange.
The subject property are considered infill development, as such, the expansion of allowed
uses and increased densities are supported by the infrastructure that is in place.
10. The proposed change would allow the property and structure owned by EVSD to be used
for educational purposes beyond professional, vocational and trade school use, increasing
the school district's ability to provide educational services. The change benefits the
neighborhood, City, and region.
11. The proposal would add approximately 9 acres of CMU property to the 1,666 acres of
existing CMU designated property within the City. While additional demand for CMU
property may be limited, the CMU designation allows for additional educational uses,
which has been indicated as needed from EVSD. The proposal is limited to a reasonable
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area and if developed under CMU standards the type of use and density would be
appropriate for the location.
12. Under the existing conditions and the Industrial designation there is very little population
that resides in the area. While CMU allows residential development, it is not expected
that residential development would occur. The proposed change in land use designation
is not expected to have significant impacts to population density in the area.
13. The CMU designation will support the goal and policy identified above. It would have
very little to no effect on other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Land Use,
Transportation, and Housing, Capital Facilities and Public Services, Public and Private
Utilities, Parks and Open Space and Natural Resources.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
Council Decision: Change the zoning for parcel number 45013.9024 to Corridor Mixed Use
(CMU).
File No. CPA-2020-0007:
Proposal: Amend the Spokane Valley Municipal Code to implement the amendments made to the
Comprehensive Plan by CPA-2020-0007. The amendments include creating a new R-4 zoning district
an implementing zone for the Single Family Residential land use designation.
Applicant: City of Spokane Valley, 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99206.
Amendment Location: Applies citywide.
Council adopts and makes the following Findings for CPA-2020-0007:
1. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety, welfare,
and protection of the environment. Housing is an important component of the economic
infrastructure of the city. Ensuring that there is a variety of housing types is an important
competitive advantage for economic development. The proposed amendment will allow the
City to more closely align its housing needs with locations within the City to ensure adequate
infrastructure is available. This will also enable the provision of quality, affordable housing for
all Spokane Valley residents.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW and
with the portion of the City' s adopted plan not affected by the amendment. The Growth
Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development of local
comprehensive plans and development regulations. The GMA provides that the housing
element serves to encourage the availability of affordable housing to residents of all economic
backgrounds, promote a variety of residential densities and housing types, and encourage the
preservation of existing neighborhoods. The proposed amendment will provide increased
housing options in locations that have adequate infrastructure that can affordably support
increased densities.
3. The proposed amendment responds to a substantial change in conditions beyond the property
owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies. The amendment
is not related to a specific piece of property. It does, however, respond to a substantial change
in conditions from 2016 legislative update to the Comprehensive Plan. This change relates to
increased duplex development in neighborhoods with larger lots as a result of the 2016
legislative update. This amendment looks to incentivize alternative housing development
where there is frequent transit and commercial services.
4. The proposed amendment is not in response to or corrects an obvious mapping error.
5. The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan. The
Comprehensive Plan identifies that the city will need an additional 6,389 homes by 2037 (3,962
single family homes and 2,417 multifamily). The plan also identifies that the median household
income in the city was approximately $2,000 less than the average countywide annual earnings.
Additional data indicates that residents are cost -burdened with 51% of renters and 26% of
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homeowners spending at least 33 percent of their monthly budget on rent or mortgage
payments. The following adopted goals, policies, and strategy support the proposed
amendment:
a. H-GI Allow for a broad range of housing opportunities to meet the needs of the
community.
b. H-G2 Enable the development of affordable housing for all income levels.
c. Strategy: Continue to evaluate new housing typologies to meet market needs.
6. The proposed amendment is policy oriented and as a non -site specific amendment does not
have a direct effect on the physical environment. Future development that may result will be
evaluated under city regulations for physical development.
7. The proposed amendment is policy oriented and does not have a direct effect on open space,
streams, rivers and lakes. The City's critical areas ordinance will ensure that adequate
protection of critical areas and adjacent land use are addressed should future development
occur.
8. The proposed amendment is policy oriented and includes implementing development
regulations that are aimed to protect neighborhood character and locate alternative housing in
areas with frequent transit and commercial services.
9. Capital Facilities Policy CF-P6 recommends that facilities and services meet minimum Level
of Service (LOS) Standards. LOS standards have been adopted for water, sewer, transportation,
stormwater, law enforcement, libraries, parks, street cleaning, public transit, fire, and schools.
The proposed amendment seeks to take advantage of available infrastructure to minimize the
need to develop and maintain new infrastructure.
10 Increasing housing options that protect neighborhood character and minimize the need for new
infrastructure can potentially reduce housing costs and thereby reducing the amount of city
residents paying more than 33 percent of their income toward housing, which would benefit
the neighborhood, city and region. The change benefits the neighborhood, City, and region by
supporting the following adopted Comprehensive Plan goal and policy:
a. ED-P8 Provide and maintain an infrastructure system that supports Spokane Valley's
economic development priorities.
b. LU-GI Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
c. LU-G4 Ensure that land use plans, regulations, review processes, and infrastructure
improvements support economic growth and vitality
d. LU-P14 Enable a variety of housing types.
e. LU-P16 Maximize the density of development along major transit corridors and near transit
centers and commercial areas.
f. H-G3 Allow convenient access to daily goods and services in Spokane Valley's
neighborhoods.
11. The proposed amendment does not change the location or quantity of land designations.
Implementing changes to the zoning code increase densities in locations with adequate
infrastructure support, and may reduce densities in other locations. The amendment consistent
with the adopted Comprehensive Plan and the demand forecasted.
12. The implementing regulations increase density in areas that are supported by adequate
infrastructure and may reduce densities in other locations. The proposed amendment is not
expected to have significant impacts to population density on a citywide level. Implementing
regulations are consistent with the adopted Comprehensive Plan and the demand forecasted.
13. The proposed amendment will support and consistent with the Comprehensive Plan's housing
goals, policies, and strategies. The amendment will not have a direct impact on other
Comprehensive Plan elements. Implementing regulations are consistent with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan and the demand forecast.
14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.140(H) are met by the amendment.
15. 14. The criteria of SVMC 17.80.150(F) are met by the amendment.
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Council Decision: Amend the Zoning Map by adding an R-4 zoning district as shown in
Attachment "A" and adopt implementing development regulations for the new R-4 zone as
identified in CPA-2020-0007 and Attachment "B".
Section 5. Zoning Map/Official Controls. Pursuant to RCW 35A.63.100, for the purpose of
regulating the use of land and to implement and give effect to the Comprehensive Plan, the City hereby
amends the Official City Zoning Map as set forth in Attachment "A".
Section 6. Zoning Code Amendments. Pursuant to RCW 35A.63.100, for the purpose of regulating
use of land and to implement and give effect to the Comprehensive Plan, the City herby amends the Spokane
Valley Municipal Code as set forth in Attachment "B" subject to and based on the findings for CPA-2020-
0007.
Section 7. Adoption of Other Laws. To the extent that any provision of the SVMC, or any other law,
rule, or regulation referenced in the attached Zoning Map(s) is necessary or convenient to establish the
validity, enforceability, or interpretation of the Zoning Map(s), then such provision of the SVMC, or other
law, rule, or regulation is hereby adopted by reference.
Section 8. Map - Copies on File -Administrative Action. The Zoning Map is maintained in the office
of the City Clerk as well as the City Department of Community and Public Works. The City Manager or
designee, following adoption of this Ordinance, is authorized to modify the Zoning Map in a manner
consistent with this Ordinance, including correcting scrivener's errors.
Section 9. Liability. The express intent of the City is that the responsibility for compliance with the
provisions of this Ordinance shall rest with the permit applicant and their agents. This Ordinance and its
provisions are adopted with the express intent to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the general public
and are not intended to protect any particular class of individuals or organizations.
Section 10. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance shall 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 11. 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 as provided by law.
PASSED by the City Council this day of September, 2020.
ATTEST: Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Approved As To Form:
Office of the City Attorney
Date of Publication:
Effective Date:
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ATTACHMENT B
19.20.010 Zoning districts.
The City has established the following zoning districts:
Comprehensive Plan
Land Use Designation
Map
Symbol
Zoning District
Single -Family
Residential
R-1
Single -Family
Residential Estate
Single -Family
Residential
R-2
Single -Family
Residential Suburban
Single -Family
Residential
R-3
Single -Family
Residential Urban
Single -Family
Residential
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Single -Family
Residential Urban
Multifamily Residential
MFR
Multifamily
Residential
Mixed Use
MU
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Corridor Mixed Use
CMU
Corridor Mixed Use
Neighborhood
Commercial
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Neighborhood
Commercial
Regional Commercial
RC
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Industrial
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Industrial Mixed Use
IMU
Industrial Mixed Use
Parks, Recreation, and
Open Space
P/OS
Parks/Open Space
19.20.015 Zoning districts purpose.
A. R-1— Single -Family Residential Estate. Preserves the distinct character of existing single-family large
lot development, while allowing for a limited number of large animals.
B. R-2 — Single -Family Residential Suburban. Preserves existing single-family development patterns,
while allowing for development that is similar in size and scale to the surrounding neighborhood.
C. R-3 — Single -Family Residential Urban. Allows for single-family residential development at an urban
dcnsity that provides flexibility and promotes reinvestment in existing single-family neighborhoods.
D. R-4—Single-Family Residential Urban. Allows for single-family residential development at an urban
density that provides flexibility and promotes reinvestment in existing single-family neighborhoods.
MFR — Multifamily Residential. Allows for multifamily housing located near business and commercial
centers, the arterial street system, and public transit. Adjacent single-family zones are protected
through transitional standards.
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€ . MU — Mixed Use. Allows for two or more different land uses within developments. Mixed -use
developments can be either vertical or horizontally mixed, and could include employment uses such as
office, retail, and/or lodging along with higher -density residential uses, and in some cases, community or
cultural facilities. Adjacent residential zones are protected through transitional standards.
. CMU — Corridor Mixed Use. Allows for light manufacturing, retail, multifamily, and offices along
major transportation corridors. Adjacent residential zones are protected through transitional standards.
I. NC — Neighborhood Commercial. Allows for small-scale neighborhood retail and office uses while
allowing for single-family development.
# . RC — Regional Commercial. Allows a broad range of retail, wholesale, service, and other compatible
uses, with a wide range of development types. Adjacent residential zones are protected through
transitional standards.
41. I — Industrial. Allows all types of industrial development such as manufacturing, processing,
fabrication, assembly, disassembly, and freight -handling. Transitional standards protect adjacent
nonindustrial zones from industrial uses that have significant noise, odor, or aesthetic impacts.
4 . IMU — Industrial Mixed Use. Allows retail, office, light manufacturing, and other light industrial uses
such as contractor yards. Transitional standards protect adjacent nonindustrial zones from industrial
uses that have significant noise, odor, or aesthetic impacts.
44L. P/OS — Parks/Open Space. Protects and provides for parks, open space, and other natural physical
assets of the community.
19.60.050 Permitted uses matrix.
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Commercial
Industrial
Parks
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R-2
R-3
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Agriculture and Animal
Animal processing/handling
P
Animal raising and/or keeping
S
S
S
S
S
S
Animal shelter
S
P
P
Beekeeping, commercial
P
Beekeeping, hobby
S
S
S
Community garden
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Greenhouse/nursery, commercial
P
P
P
Kennel
S
S
S
S
P
P
Orchard, tree farming, commercial
P
P
Riding stable
P
P
C
Communication Facilities
Radio/TV broadcasting studio
P
P
P
P
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ATTACHMENT B
Residential
Mixed Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-1
R-2
R-3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Repeater facility
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Small cell deployment
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Telecommunication wireless antenna
array
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Telecommunication wireless support
tower
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Tower, ham operator
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Community Services
Community hall, club, or lodge
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Church, temple, mosque, synagogue and
house of worship
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Crematory
P
P
P
P
Funeral home
P
P
Transitional housing
C
Day Care
Day care, adult
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Day care, child (12 children or fewer)
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Day care, child (13 children or more)
C
C
C
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Eating and Drinking Establishment
P
P
P
P
P
P
S
Education
Schools, college or university
P
P
P
Schools, K through 12
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Schools, professional, vocational and
trade schools
P
P
P
P
P
P
Schools, specialized training/studios
P
P
P
P
Entertainment
Adult entertainment and retail
S
Casino
P
P
P
Cultural facilities
P
P
P
P
Exercise facility
S
S
S
S
Off -road recreational vehicle use
P
P
Major event entertainment
P
P
P
Racecourse
P
P
P
P
Racetrack
P
P
Recreational facility
P
P
P
P
P
P
Theater, indoor
P
P
P
Group Living
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ATTACHMENT B
Residential
Mixed Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-1
R-2
R-3
R- ;
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Assisted living/convalescent/nursing
home
-12
P
P
P
Community residential facilities (6
residents or less)
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Community residential facilities (greater
than 6 and under 25 residents)
P
P
P
Dwelling, congregate
P
P
P
Industrial, Heavy
Assembly, heavy
P
Hazardous waste treatment and storage
S
S
Manufacturing, heavy
P
Processing, heavy
P
Mining
S
Industrial, Light
Assembly, light
P
P
P
P
P
Manufacturing, light
P
P
P
Processing, light
P
P
Recycling facility
S
S
S
S
Industrial service
P
P
Lodging
Bed and breakfast
P
P
P
P
P
P
Hotel/motel
P
P
P
P
S
Recreational vehicle park/campground
S
Marijuana Uses
Marijuana club or lounge
Marijuana cooperative
Marijuana processing
S
S
Marijuana production
S
S
Marijuana sales
S
S
S
Medical
S
P
P
P
P
P
Office
Animal clinic/veterinary
S
S
S
S
S
Office, professional
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Parks and Open Space
Cemetery
P
P
P
P
Golf course
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
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ATTACHMENT B
Residential
Mixed Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-1
R-2
R-3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Golf driving range
C
C
C
C
P
C
P
P
P
Parks
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Public/Quasi-Public
Community facilities
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Essential public facilities
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Public utility local distribution facility
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
P
P
P
S
Public utility transmission facility
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Tower, wind turbine support
S
S
S
S
Residential
Dwelling, accessory units
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Dwelling, caretaker's residence
S
S
S
S
S
Dwelling, cottage
4
S
S
S
Dwelling, duplex
42;
P
4
4
Dwelling, industrial accessory dwelling
unit
S
S
Dwelling, multifamily
P
P
P
Dwelling, single-family
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Dwelling, townhouse
4
S
S
S
S
Manufactured home park
S
S
Retail Sales and Service
P
P
S
P
P
S
S
Transportation
Airstrip, private
P
P
Battery charging stations
S
S
S
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
S
Electric vehicle infrastructure
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Heliport
P
P
Helistop
C
C
P
Parking facility — controlled access
P
P
P
P
P
Railroad yard, repair shop and
roundhouse
P
Transit center
P
P
P
P
P
Vehicle Services
Automobile impound yard
P
P
Automobile/taxi rental
P
P
P
P
P
Automobile parts, accessories and tires
P
P
P
P
P
Automobile/truck/RV/motorcycle
painting, repair, body and fender works
P
P
P
P
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ATTACHMENT B
Residential
Mixed Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-1
R-2
R-3
R- ;
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Car wash
P
P
S
P
P
P
Farm machinery sales and repair
P
P
P
Fueling station
P
P
S
P
P
P
Heavy truck and industrial vehicles sales,
rental, repair and maintenance
P
P
Passenger vehicle, boat, and RV sales,
service and repair
P
P
P
Towing
P
P
P
P
Truck stop
P
P
Warehouse, Wholesale, and Freight
Movement
Auction house
P
P
P
Auction yard (excluding livestock)
P
P
Catalog and mail order houses
P
P
P
P
P
Cold storage/food locker
P
P
Freight forwarding
P
P
Grain elevator
P
P
Storage, general indoor
P
P
S
P
P
P
Storage, general outdoor
S
S
S
S
P
P
Storage, self-service facility
P
P
P
P
P
P
Tank storage, critical material above
ground
S
S
Tank storage, critical material below
ground
S
S
S
Tank storage, LPG above ground
S
S
S
S
S
S
Warehouse
P
P
P
P
P
Wholesale business
P
P
P
P
P
19.40.060 Development standards — Duplexes.
Duplcxcs shall mcct the minimum lot sizc per dwclling unit, sctback standards, maximum lot covcragc,
and building hcight standards shown in Tablc 19.70 1. Duplex development in the R-3 zone shall have a
minimum lot size of 14,500 square feet. Duplex development in non-residential zones shall meet the
requirements set forth in 19.70.050 (G).
19.70.020 Residential standards
Residential development shall meet the standards shown in Table 19.70-1. Standards for alternative
residential development are set forth in Chapter 19.40 SVMC, Alternative Residential Development
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ATTACHMENT B
Options, and standards for planned residential developments are set forth in Chapter 19.50 SVMC,
Planned Residential Developments.
Table 19.70-1— Residential Standards
R-1
R-2
R-3
1°2-1
MFR(w)
Minimum
Front and Flanking Street
Yard Setback
35'
15'
15'
S
15'
Garage Setback(2)
35'
20'
20'
20'
Rear Yard Setback
20'
20'
10'
10'
Side Yard Setback
5'
5'
5'
5'
5'
Open Space
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
10% gross areao)
Lot Sizei-4
40,000 sq. ft.
10,000 sq. ft.
5,000 sq. ft.
4,300 sq. ft.
N/A
Maximum
Lot Coverage
30.0%
50.0%
50.0%
60%
60.0%
Density
1 du/ac
4 du/ac
5 du/ac
10 du/ac
22 du/ac
Building Heights)
35'
35'
35'
35'
50'
(1)
Where MFR abuts R-1, R-2 or R-3 zones, development shall comply with the provisions of
Chapter 19.75 SVMC, Transitional Regulations.
(2)
Attached garages, where the garage door does not face the street, may have the same setback as the
primary structure.
(3)
Open space requirement does not apply to single-family development in the MFR zone.
(4)
Single-family residential development in the MFR zone shall have a minimum lot size of 2,000 square feet
per dwelling unit. Only one single-family dwelling shall be allowed per lot.
(5)
The vertical distance from the average finished grade to the average height of the highest roof surface.
,
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APPENDIX A
DEFINITIONS
Dwelling: A building or portion thereof designed exclusively for residential purposes.
Dwelling, accessory unit: A freestanding detached structure or an attached part of a structure that is
subordinate and incidental to the primary dwelling unit located on the same property, providing
complete, independent living facilities exclusively for a single housekeeping unit, including permanent
provisions for living, sleeping, cooking, and sanitation. See "Residential, use category."
Dwelling, accessory unit — industrial: A dwelling unit within a primary building located in the Industrial
zone for occupancy by a person or family for living and sleeping purposes.
Dwelling, accessory unit — industrial mixed -use: A dwelling unit within a primary building located in the
Industrial Mixed -Use zone for occupancy by a person or family for living and sleeping purposes.
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ATTACHMENT B
Dwelling, caretaker's residence: A dwelling unit provided for the purpose of on -site supervision and
security that is occupied by a bona fide employee of the property owner. See "Residential, use
category."
Dwelling, congregate: A residential facility under joint occupancy and single management arranged or
used for lodging of unrelated individuals, with or without meals, including boarding or rooming houses,
dormitories, fraternities and sororities, and convents and monasteries. See "Group living, use category."
Dwelling, cottage: A small single-family dwelling unit developed as a group of dwelling units clustered
around a common area pursuant to SVMC 19.40.050 as now adopted or hereafter amended.
Dwelling, duplex: An attached building designed exclusively for occupancy by two families, with
separate entrances and individual facilities for cooking, sleeping, and sanitation, but sharing a common
or party wall or stacked. See "Residential, use category."
Dwelling, single-family: A building, manufactured or modular home or portion thereof, designed
exclusively for single-family residential purposes, with a separate entrance and facilities for cooking,
sleeping, and sanitation. See "Residential, use category."
Dwelling, multifamily: A building designed for occupancy by three or more families, with separate
entrances and individual facilities for cooking, sleeping, and sanitation. Townhouses are not considered
multifamily development. See "Residential, use category.
Dwelling, townhouse: A single-family dwelling unit constructed in groups of three or more attached
units in which each unit extends from foundation to roof, open on at least two sides. See "Residential,
use category."
Dwelling unit: One or more rooms, designed, occupied, or intended for occupancy as separate living
quarters, with an individual entrance, cooking, sleeping, and sanitary facilities for the exclusive use of
one family maintaining a household.
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval: ❑
Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ Admin. Report ❑ pending legislation ❑ executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: First Reading Ordinance No. 20-010 Essential Public Facilities (EPF) Code Text
Amendment — CTA-2020-0002
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: SVMC 17.80.150; SVMC 19.30.040; SVMC 19.90; and SVMC 19.60; RCW
36.70A.106; and 36.70A.200; WAC 365-196-550
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: August 11, 2020 Admin report
BACKGROUND: The proposed amendment is a City -initiated code text amendment to the Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) chapter 19.90 SVMC and chapter 19.65 SVMC to prohibit locally significant EPFs
in residential zones, allow EPFs in the Mixed Use Zone, and other housekeeping items.
EPF's are facilities that are typically difficult to site due to the use or resulting impacts. EPF's are defined
in various state laws including RCW 47.06.140, 81.112.020 and 71.09.020. The Growth Management Act
(GMA) requires cities to establish a process for identifying and siting essential public facilities. The State
has identified a list of EPF's pursuant to WAC 364-196-550, which includes state and local correctional
facilities, solid waste handling facilities, and in -patient facilities that includes substance abuse facilities,
mental health, group homes, and secure community transition facilities. The City may not preclude the siting
of essential public facilities within their jurisdiction.
The City of Spokane Valley is signatory to the Interlocal Agreement regarding Siting of Essential Public
Facilities within Spokane County. The interlocal Agreement defines the process applicable to uses meeting
the definition of an EPF. Generally speaking, a proponent would submit a request for determination of
appropriate siting process to the Spokane County Planning Department for a decision by the Board of
County Commissioners (BOCC). If the use is determined to be regionally or statewide significant, a regional
siting process is undertaken that considers a location analysis and public involvement that ultimately results
in a ranking of the sites from the BOCC. If the site is determined to be locally significant, the proponent
works directly with the local jurisdiction to meet the regulatory requirements.
The City regulates EPFs pursuant to chapter 19.90 SVMC. The current regulations categorize the uses as
statewide, regionally, or locally significant and identifies the process as noted above. Additionally, the
regulations provide that a conditional use permit (CUP) is required pursuant to chapter 19.150 SVMC to
address the unanticipated impacts of the use. Lastly the permitted use matrix in SVMC 19.60.050 identifies
the zones where EPFs are allowed. Currently EPFs are allowed in all zones except Mixed Use and Parks
and Open Space.
Although the City cannot prohibit the siting of EPFs within the City limits, the City can prohibit the siting of
EPFs in single-family residential zones so long as there is adequate, appropriate land available in other
zones including allowing EPFs in at least one residential zone (in this case the Multi -family zone). At this
time the City has proposed a code text amendment to prohibit EPFs in the Single-family Residential zones,
allow EPFs in the Mixed Use zone and also proposed reformatting the chapter to improve clarity.
Staff will discuss the regulations as they exist and discuss the desired code change.
The Planning Commission (Commission) conducted a study session on the proposed CTA at the June 11,
2020 meeting. On July 9, 2020, the Commission conducted a public hearing and deliberations. At that
meeting, the Commission voted 7-0 to recommend to the City Council that CTA-2020-0002 be approved.
On July 23, 2020 the Commission adopted Findings and Recommendation.
OPTIONS: Move to advance Ordinance No. 20-010 to a second reading with or without further
amendments, or take other action deemed appropriate.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to advance Ordinance No. 20-010 to a second reading as
proposed.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: N/A
STAFF CONTACT: Lori Barlow, AICP, Senior Planner, Community and Public Works Dept.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. PowerPoint Presentation
B. Draft Ordinance No. 20-010
C. Planning Commission's Findings of Fact and recommendation
D. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes: 6/11/2020, 7/09/2020, and 7/23/2020
E. Staff Report CTA-2020-0002
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ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FACILITY
REGULATIONS CTA-2020-0002
Ordinance No. 20-010 First Reading
City Council Meeting
August 25, 2020
Environmental Review
June 19, 2020
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A A A
Process
1
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Findings of Fact
ci July 23, 2020
2
Study Session
June 11, 2020
Public Hearing
July 9, 2020
Administrative Report
August 11, 2020
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Ordinance 2nd Reading
September 8, 2020
Today
Ordinance Pt
Reading
August 25, 2020
EPF Permitted Zones Proposal allows EPF's in
SVMC 19.60.050 (Proposed Standards) the MU zone
Zones
R1
R2
R3
MFR
M
U
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Public/Quasi-Public
CommunityP
PP
P
PP
P
P
Essential public facilities
ER
ER
E-K
ER
E
ER
ER
ER
ER
ER
Public utility local
distribution facility
SSS
SSS
SPPPS
Public utility transmission
facility
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
s
Tower, wind turbine support
s
s
s
s
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zones is contained in chaster 19.90 SVMC. see next slide
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EPFs Chapter 1 9.90 SVMC - Proposed Amendments
T
Highlights the process —CUP required for all EPFs
Reformats chapter for clarity
Adds specific language to preclude EPFs in the
residential z
o All having local significance may only be permitted in
MFR, MU, CMU, NC, RC, IMU, and I zones and shall not be
ermitted in the R-1. R-2. or R-3 zones.
o Makes no of e�ustanrive c anges o t e regulations
DRAFT
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 20-010
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON AMENDING CHAPTERS 19.60 AND 19.90 OF THE SPOKANE
VALLEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FACILITIES, AND
OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City of Spokane Valley (City) previously adopted Title 19 of the Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) relating to zoning and land use regulations, and has made subsequent amendments
from time -to -time as appropriate; and
WHEREAS, such regulations are authorized by chapter 36.70A RCW; and
WHEREAS, City staff have proposed an amendment to the SVMC to amend chapters 19.60 and
19.90 to allow Essential Public Facilities (EPF's) in the Mixed Use (MU) zone and prohibit locally
significant EPF's in single family zones; and
WHEREAS, on July 30, 2020 the Washington State Department of Commerce was notified
pursuant to RCW 36.70A.106, providing a notice of intent to adopt amendments to Spokane Valley
development regulations; and
WHEREAS, on June 19 and 26, 2020, notice of the Planning Commission public hearing was
published in the Valley News Herald; and
WHEREAS, on June 11, 2020, the Planning Commission held a study session; and
WHEREAS, on July 9, 2020, the Planning Commission held a public hearing, received evidence,
information, public testimony, and a staff report with a recommendation, followed by deliberations; and
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2020, the Planning Commission approved the findings and recommended
that City Council adopt the amendments; and
WHEREAS, on August 11, 2020, City Council reviewed the proposed amendments, Planning
Commission Findings and Recommendations; and
WHEREAS, on August 25, 2020 City Council considered a first ordinance reading to adopt the
proposed amendment; and
WHEREAS, the amendment set forth below is consistent with the goals and policies of the City's
Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, chapters 19.60 and 19.90 SVMC as amended, bear a substantial relation to the public
health, safety, welfare and protection of the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley ordains as follows:
Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Ordinance is to amend chapters 19.60 and 19.90
SVMC to allow EPF's in the MU zone and to prohibit locally significant EPF's in the single family zones
within the City of Spokane Valley.
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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. The City Council hereby makes the following findings:
A. Growth Management Act Policies - Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA)
provides that each city shall adopt a comprehensive land use plan and development
regulations that are consistent with and implement the comprehensive plan.
B. City of Spokane Valley Goals and Policies - The City of Spokane Valley has adopted goals
and policies consistent with the GMA and adopted County -Wide Planning Policies, set
forth below.
LU-G1 Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
CF-P19 Collaborate with Spokane County jurisdictions in determining the best
locations for public and private essential public facilities.
LU-P5 Ensure compatibility between adjacent residential and commercial or
industrial uses.
LU-P7 Protect residential neighborhoods from incompatible land uses and adverse
impacts associated with transportation corridors.
H-P4 Enable the creation of housing for resident individuals and families needing
assistance from social and human service providers.
CF-G1 Coordinate with special districts, other jurisdictions, and the private sector to
effectively and affordably provide facilities and services.
C. Conclusions
1. The proposed amendment bears substantial relation to public health, safety,
welfare and protection of the environment. Precluding locally significant
EPFs in the single-family residential zones protects the character of the
existing single family residential uses and allows those EPFs that have a
residential component to locate in other mixed use or high density residential
zones. The proposed amendment protects residential neighborhoods from
incompatible land uses and provides for EPFs that require a residential
character. The amendment addresses community concerns and protects
community character. The amendment will also direct locally significant
EPFs into zones and sites more suitable and allow for more efficient
processing and permitting of the necessary services they provide.
2. The proposed City -initiated Code text amendment is consistent with the
City's adopted Comprehensive Plan and the approval criteria pursuant to
SVMC 17.80.150(F).
Section 3. Amendment. Chapter 19.60 SVMC is hereby amended as follows:
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19.60.040 Explanation of table abbreviations.
The following describe the abbreviations used in SVMC 19.60.050, Permitted uses matrix:
A. Permitted uses are designated with a "P." Permitted uses are allowable uses within a zoning district.
B. Conditional uses are designated with a "C." Conditional uses are authorized pursuant to Chapter 19.150
SVMC, Conditional Use Permits.
C. Regional sitingEssential Public Facility (EPF) uses are designated with an "RE." Regional
eifiegEssential Public Facility uses are of statewide,— regional/countywide or local significance. EPF's
shall be subject to They are authorized pursuant to Cchapter 19.90 SVMC, Essential Public Facilities
(EPFs).
D. Uses subject to supplemental use regulations are designated with an "S." The Supplemental regulations
are set forth in Chapter 19.65 SVMC and shall apply to the corresponding supplemental uses listed in
SVMC 19.60.050, Permitted uses matrix.
E. Prohibited uses are designated with a blank cell.
19.60.050 Permitted uses matrix.
Residential
Mixed
Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-
1
R-
2
R-
3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Agriculture and Animal
Animal processing/handling
P
Animal raising and/or keeping
SSS
S
S
S
Animal shelter
S
P
P
Beekeeping, commercial
P
Beekeeping, hobby
S
S
S
Community garden
SSS
S
S
S
S
Greenhouse/nursery, commercial
P
P
P
Kennel
SS
S
SPP
Orchard, tree farming, commercial
P
P
Riding stable
P
P
C
Communication Facilities
Radio/TV broadcasting studio
P
P
P
P
Repeater facility
PPP
P
P
P
PP
Small cell deployment
SSSSS
S
S
S
SS
S
Telecommunication wireless antenna array
SSS
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Ordinance 20-010 — Essential Public Facilities
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Residential
Mixed
Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-
1
R-
2
R-
3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Telecommunication wireless support tower
SSS
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Tower, ham operator
SSSSS
S
S
S
SS
Community Services
Community hall, club, or lodge
PPP
P
P
P
P
Church, temple, mosque, synagogue and
house of worship
PPP
P
P
P
P
P
Crematory
P
P
P
P
Funeral home
P
P
Transitional housing
C
Day Care
Day care, adult
PPPPPP
P
P
PP
Day care, child (12 children or fewer)
PPPPPP
P
P
PP
Day care, child (13 children or more)
CCCPPP
P
P
PP
Eating and Drinking Establishment
PP
P
P
PP
S
Education
Schools, college or university
P
P
P
Schools, K through 12
PPP
P
P
P
P
P
Schools, professional, vocational and trade
schools
P
P
P
P
P
P
Schools, specialized training/studios
PP
P
P
Entertainment
Adult entertainment and retail
S
Casino
P
P
P
Cultural facilities
PP
P
P
Exercise facility
SS
S
S
Off -road recreational vehicle use
P
P
Major event entertainment
P
P
P
Racecourse
P
P
P
P
Racetrack
P
P
Recreational facility
P
P
P
PPP
Theater, indoor
P
P
P
Group Living
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Residential
Mixed
Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-
1
R-
2
R-
3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Assisted living/convalescent/nursing home
PP
P
P
Community residential facilities (6 residents
or less)
PPP
P
P
P
Community residential facilities (greater
than 6 and under 25 residents)
P
P
P
Dwelling, congregate
P
P
P
Industrial, Heavy
Assembly, heavy
P
Hazardous waste treatment and storage
S
S
Manufacturing, heavy
P
Processing, heavy
P
Mining
S
Industrial, Light
Assembly, light
P
P
P
P
P
Manufacturing, light
P
P
P
Processing, light
P
P
Recycling facility
S
S
S
S
Industrial service
P
P
Lodging
Bed and breakfast
PPP
P
P
Hotel/motel
P
P
P
P
S
Recreational vehicle park/campground
S
Marijuana Uses
Marijuana club or lounge
Marijuana cooperative
Marijuana processing
S
S
Marijuana production
S
S
Marijuana sales
S
S
S
Marijuana transporter
S
S
S
Medical
S
P
P
P
P
P
Office
Animal clinic/veterinary
S
S
S
S
S
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Residential
Mixed
Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-
1
R-
2
R-
3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Office, professional
PP
P
P
P
PP
Parks and Open Space
Cemetery
P
P
P
Golf course
PPP
P
P
PPP
Golf driving range
CCC
C
P
C
PPP
Parks
PPP
P
P
P
P
P
P
Public/Quasi-Public
Community facilities
PPPPPP
P
P
PPP
Essential public facilities
RRR
R
R
R
R
RR
Public utility local distribution facility
SSSSS
S
S
P
PPS
Public utility transmission facility
SSSSS
S
S
S
SS
S
Tower, wind turbine support
S
S
SS
Residential
Dwelling, accessory units
S
S
S
SS
S
SS
Dwelling, caretaker's residence
S
SSSS
Dwelling, cottage
SS
S
S
Dwelling, duplex
PP
P
P
Dwelling, industrial accessory dwelling unit
S
S
Dwelling, multifamily
P
P
P
Dwelling, single-family
PPP
P
P
P
P
Dwelling, townhouse
SS
S
S
S
Manufactured home park
S
S
Retail Sales and Service
PP
S
P
PS
S
Transportation
Airstrip, private
P
P
Battery charging stations
SSSPPP
P
P
PP
S
Electric vehicle infrastructure
PP
P
P
P
PP
Heliport
P
P
Helistop
C
C
P
Parking facility — controlled access
P
P
P
P
P
Railroad yard, repair shop and roundhouse
P
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Residential
Mixed
Use
Commercial
Industrial
Parks
and
Open
Space
R-
1
R-
2
R-
3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Transit center
P
P
P
P
P
Vehicle Services
Automobile impound yard
P
P
Automobile/taxi rental
P
P
P
P
P
Automobile parts, accessories and tires
P
P
P
P
P
Automobile/truck/RV/motorcycle painting,
repair, body and fender works
P
P
P
P
Car wash
P
P
S
P
P
P
Farm machinery sales and repair
P
P
P
Fueling station
P
P
S
P
P
P
Heavy truck and industrial vehicles sales,
rental, repair and maintenance
P
P
Passenger vehicle, boat, and RV sales,
service and repair
P
P
P
Towing
P
P
P
P
Truck stop
P
P
Warehouse, Wholesale, and Freight
Movement
Auction house
P
P
P
Auction yard (excluding livestock)
P
P
Catalog and mail order houses
P
P
P
P
P
Cold storage/food locker
P
P
Freight forwarding
P
P
Grain elevator
P
P
Storage, general indoor
P
P
S
P
P
P
Storage, general outdoor
S
S
S
S
P
P
Storage, self-service facility
P
P
P
P
P
P
Tank storage, critical material above ground
S
S
Tank storage, critical material below ground
S
S
S
Tank storage, LPG above ground
S
S
S
S
S
S
Warehouse
P
P
P
P
P
Wholesale business
P
P
P
P
P
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Section 4. Amendment. Chapter 19.90 SVMC is hereby amended as follows:
19.90.005 Essential Public Facilities procedures
A. General. All Essential Public Facilities (EPFs) shall be subject to the requirements of this section.
B. Determination of Scope. The City is signatory to an interlocal agreement relating to the siting of EPFs
of statewide and regional significance in accordance with RCW 36.70A.200.
1. Application for EPF siting shall initially be made through the Spokane County department of
planning and building (or similar applicable department if modified) in accordance with the adopted
procedures of Spokane County.
2. The Board of County Commissioners will make a determination of whether an EPF has
regional/statewide significance or is of local significance.
C. All EPFs located within the City shall be subject to the conditional use permit approval process and
shall require a conditional use permit, subject to any limitations on that process pursuant to applicable law
regarding siting of EPFs of regional/statewide significance.
D. Spokane Valley shall require EPFs approved through the regional/statewide siting process in SVMC
19.90.010 to meet all applicable SVMC requirements except those expressly obviated as a result of that
regional/statewide siting process. The City shall consider all information submitted as part of the
regional/statewide siting process.
E. EPFs of regional/statewide significance shall be further subject to the siting process and requirements
of SVMC 19.90.010. EPFs of local significance shall be further subject to the siting process and
requirements of SVMC 19.90.020.
19.90.010 essential Public Facilities of regional/statewide significance.
The City is signatory to an interlocal agreement relating to the siting of EPFs of statewide and regional
significant in accordance with RCW 36.70A.200.
A. EPFs having statewide significance are major facilities that provide a needed public service affecting,
or potentially affecting, residents and/or property located in two or more Washington state counties and
may be included on the Washington State Office of Financial Management list of EPFs. These facilities
include, but are not limited to, regional transportation facilities, such as commercial and military airports;
freeways, highways, and beltways; state correctional facilities; secure community transitional facilities;
state social services; state parks; and state higher educational facilities.
B. EPFs having regional/countywide significance are local or interlocal facilities providing a needed public
service affecting, or potentially affecting, residents and/or property located in two or more Spokane County
jurisdictions. They include, but are not limited to, general aviation airports; county correctional facilities;
regional transportation system; public transit maintenance and operational facilities; regional solid waste
disposal/recycling/composting/handling facilities; community colleges; regional wastewater treatment
facilities; arenas, stadiums, and other entertainment facilities; and regional social and health services such
as in -patient hospitals, mental health facilities, and substance abuse treatment centers.
Chapter 19.60 SVMC, Permitted Uses, identifies those facilities subject to the Statewide/Regional EPFs
shall be sited through the applicable- regional/statewide siting process, including applicable procedures
established pursuant to any interlocal agreement between the City and Spokane County.
C. Application for EPF siting shall be made through the Spokane County department of planning and
building in accordance with the adopted procedures of Spokane County. D. Following ranking of sites by
the board of county commissioners, the applicant shall work directly with the City to meet the regulatory
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requirements for the construction and operation of the facility under the plans and regulations that were in
effect at the time of initial application under the regional siting process.
D. Following ranking
the City to meet the regulatory requirements for the construction and operation of the facility under the
plans and regulations that were in effect at the time of initial application under the regional siting process.
E. All EPFs located within the City require approval of a conditional use permit pursuant to
Chapter 19.150 SVMC, Conditional Use Permits.
F. Spokane Valley shall require EPFs approved through the regional process to meet all local requirements
except those expressly obviated as a result of the process. The City shall consider all information submitted
as part of the regional siting process.
19.90.020 Essential Public Facilities of lbocal significance.
A. EPFs having local significance are facilities providing a needed public service affecting, or potentially
affecting, only residents and/or property within the jurisdiction in which they are located. The City includes
such facilities in the Comprehensive Plan as "community facilities," including, but not limited to, fire
stations, police stations, child care facilities, public libraries, community parks, recreation facilities,
community centers, local social services, and elementary, middle, and high schools.
B. All EPFs having local significance may only be permitted in the MFR, MU, CMU, NC, RC, IMU, and
I zones and shall not be permitted in the R-1, R-2, or R-3 zones.
Section 5. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall 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 by the City Council this day of September, 2020.
ATTEST:
Ben Wick, Mayor
Christine Bainbridge, City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
Office of the City Attorney
Date of Publication:
Effective Date:
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FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
OF THE SPOKANE VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION
CTA-2020- 0002 Proposed Amendment to Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC)
Pursuant to SVMC 17.80.150(E) the Plannine Commission shall consider the proposal and shall prepare
and forward a recommendation to the City Council following the public hearing. The following findings
are consistent with the Planning Commission recommendation.
Background:
I. Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.130, Spokane Valley adopted its 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update and
updated development regulations on December 13, 2016, with December 28, 2016 as the effective date.
2. CTA-2020-0002 is a City -initiated text amendment to the SVMC, amending chapter 19.90 of the
SVMC and SVMC 19.60.050 to prohibit locally significant Essential Public Facilities (EPFs) in the
single-family residential zones, to allow EPFs in the Mixed Use Zone, and to address other
housekeeping items.
3. The Planning Commission held a properly noticed public hearing and conducted deliberations on July
9, 2020. The Commissioners voted 7-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt the amendment.
Planning Commission Findings:
1. Compliance with SVMC 17.80.150(F) Approval Criteria
a. The proposed text amendment is consistent with the applicable provisions of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Findings: The proposed amendment is supported by the Comprehensive Plan and is consistent
with the following goals and policies:
LU-G1 Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents, employees, and visitors.
CF-P19 Collaborate with Spokane County jurisdictions in determining the best locations for public
and private essential public facilities.
LU-P5 Ensure compatibility between adjacent residential and commercial or industrial uses
LU-P7 Protect residential neighborhoods from incompatible land uses and adverse impacts associated
with transportation corridors.
H-P4 Enable the creation of housing for resident individuals and families needing assistance from
social and human service providers.
CF-G 1 Coordinate with special districts, other jurisdictions, and the private sector to effectively and
affordably provide facilities and services.
Conclusion:
The proposed text amendment is supported by the Comprehensive Plan and consistent with
the goals and policies.
b. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relation to public health, safety, welfare and
protection of the environment.
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Findings: The proposed amendment bears substantial relation to public health, safety,
welfare and protection of the environment. Precluding locally significant EPFs in the single
family residential zones protects the character of the existing single family residential uses
and allows those EPFs that have a residential component to located in other mixed use or
high density residential zones. The proposed amendment protects residential neighborhoods
from incompatible land uses and provides for EPFs that require a residential character. The
amendment addresses community concerns and protects community character. The
amendment will also direct locally significant EPFs into zones and sites more suitable and
allow for more efficient processing and permitting of the necessary services they provide.
Conclusion:
The proposed text amendment is consistent with Comprehensive Plan and bears a substantial
relation to public health, safety, welfare, and protection of the environment.
2. Recommendation:
The Spokane Valley Planning Commission therefore recomrnends the City Council approve CTA-2020-
0002 as proposed.
Attachment:
Exhibit 1 — Proposed Amendment CTA-2020-0002
Approved this 23rd day of July, 2020
arming Commission airman
ATTEST
Marianne Lemons, Office Assistant
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Regular Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Council Chambers — City Hall
June 11, 2020
I. Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via
ZOOM meeting.
II. Commissioners, staff and audience stood for the pledge of allegiance.
III. Secretary to the Commission Deanna Horton took roll and the following members and staff
were present:
Fred Beaulac
Walt Haneke
James Johnson
Danielle Kaschmitter
Timothy Kelley
Robert McKinley
Sherri Robinson
Erik Lamb, City Attorney
Jenny Nickerson, Building Official
Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Chaz Bates, Senior Planner
Mike Basinger, Economic Development
Manager
Taylor Dillard, Administrative
Assistant
Marianne Lemons, Office Assistant
Deanna Horton, Secretary to Planning
Commission
IV. AGENDA: Commissioner Kaschmitter made a motion to approve the June 11, 2020 agenda
as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero
against and the motion passed.
V. MINUTES: Commissioner Kaschmitter made a motion to approve the May 14, 2020
minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was seven in favor,
zero against and the motion passed.
VI. COMMISSION REPORTS: Chairman Johnson reported that he has continued to attend the
Spokane County Human Rights Task Force meetings.
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Building Official Nickerson thanked the commission for
adjusting to the new Zoom meeting platform.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a. Study Session: CTA-2020-0001: A proposed change to Spokane Valley Municipal
Code (SVMC) 19.180, Newly Annexed Areas
Economic Development Manager Mike Basinger gave a presentation to the commission
explaining the city initiated code text amendment that will amend Chapter 19.180 of the
SVMC to clarify the process and criteria to annex adjacent and contiguous areas into the city
and to ensure that the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities, services, and
maintenance of the annexation area are adequately considered prior to annexation,
Deputy City Attorney Erik Lamb provided additional information regarding annexation. He
explained that the amendment will clarify the annexation process for the three types of
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annexation requests: voter initiated, City Council initiated and direct petition. It will outline
the criteria that will be evaluated including existing and new facilities, services, expenses and
revenues. It will also clearly identify the process to address zoning upon annexation.
Chair Johnson asked for clarification regarding zoning for specific parcels as they request to
annex into the city limits.
Mr, Basinger answered that when the city annexes a property it is zoned with a designation
that is the most similar to its current designation with the County. It will then be brought
through the amendment process to evaluate what the zoning should be and go through the
public process to make that final designation.
Chairman Johnson asked for information regarding financial impact. He asked if a property
would still be considered for annexation if it is found that the tax value received would be
lower than the cost to the city.
Mr. Basinger answered that this criteria will just be used as guidelines for the Council to
consider when they make those decisions regarding annexation.
b. Study Session: CTA Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Mr. Basinger explained that local jurisdictions are allowed to make amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan once each year. There are five proposed amendments that will be
considered during 2020; four map amendments and one text amendment. A public hearing
will be held on June 25, 2020. Notice of hearing will be published twice prior to the fifteen
day requirement, the site was posted with a "Notice of Hearing" sign, and individual notice
was mailed to all residents within a 400 foot radius of the subject properties. After the public
hearing, the request will move to Council where they will review Planning Commission
findings, consider the public hearing, and approve/modify/deny the request.
The floor was given to Senior Planner Chaz Bates to discuss the details of each proposed
amendment.
CPA-2020-0001: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from Single
Family Residential (SFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from
Single Family Residential Urban (R-3) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Mr. Bates said that this amendment is privately initiated for the property located at 1311 N
McDonald Road, between Mission and Broadway. It is owned by Land Use Solutions and
Entitlement. The request is to rezone the property from single-family residential (R-3) to
Corridor Mixed Use (CMU). The property to the east is zoned multi -family, the property to
the south is corridor mixed use, and the west and south are zoned single family residential.
Findings show there are no critical areas on the site, the site would support the
redevelopment of the parcel, is supported by the transportation network, and is compatible
with the surrounding uses.
CPA-2020-0002: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation, from
Industrial (I) to Regional Commercial (RC) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I)
to Regional Commercial (RC).
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Mr, Bates stated that this amendment is a privately initiated request for the property located
off of Sprague and Fancher and is owned by Lawrence B. Stone Properties. The request is to
convert the zoning on 3 acres of land from Industrial (1) to Regional Commercial (RC). The
properties to the north are zoned industrial and the property to the south and the west are
regional commercial. Findings show that there are no critical areas, the site is completely
paved, the change would support redevelopment of an underused property, is supported by
the transportation network and is compatible with the surrounding uses.
CPA-2020-0003: Request to change the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation from
Mrdtifrnuily Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to clumge the Zoning District
from Multifamily Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Mr. Bates stated that this amendment is a privately initiated request for the property located
south of Mission and west of Pines and is owned by Jay Rambo. The request is to convert
the zoning of 6.24 acres from Multifamily Residential (MFR) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
The properties to the west is corridor mixed use, the north is industrial, the east is corridor
mixed use and the south is single family residential. Findings show that there are no critical
areas, the site supports redevelopment of an underused property, is supported by the
transportation network and is compatible with the surrounding uses. A trip generation and
distribution letter was completed by the City of Spokane Valley's Senior Engineer and shows
a net increase of traffic volumes of one car during the PM peak hour. All other times of the
day remain the same.
Commissioner Haneke asked if the developer wants to build additional apartment buildings
on the property and expressed concern about traffic flow in the area.
Mr. Bates answered that this zoning designation would allow for additional multifamily
dwelling units or retail.
Attorney Lamb responded that the analysis done for this change shows the change from
multi -family to corridor mixed use, it is not for a specific proposal. The current zoning of
multi -family allows for a significant amount of trips. Corridor mixed use zoning will add
more flexibility of uses but according to the traffic study it should not impact the traffic flow
more than one car during the peak PM period.
Commissioner I(aschmitter asked about the open space requirement for corridor mixed use
designation.
Building Official Nickerson responded that there are different requirements in the current
Spokane Valley Municipal code between multifamily versus corridor mixed use zones.
Multifamily does require open space but corridor mixed use does not. If open space was still
required, Mission Park would provide the multifamily open space requirement.
CPA-2020-0006: Request to change the Conrpreltensive Plan Land Use Designation froru
Inrinstrial (I) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU) and to change the Zoning District from Industrial (I)
to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU).
Mr. Bates stated that this amendment is a city -initiated request to change the 9 acre property
located at 3830 N Sullivan Rd from Industrial (I) to Corridor Mixed Use (CMU). The
property is owned by East Valley School District (EVSD) and currently houses the district's
Walker Center. This location includes the EVSD administrative services and maintenance
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building. The properties to the west, north, and east are all industrial uses, and to the south
are retail service and industrial uses. Findings show that there are no critical areas, supports
expanded educational uses, is supported by the transportation network, and is compatible
with the surrounding areas. The proposed amendment allows flexibility so that that EVSD
can provide educational services in this location. Education services are prohibited in the
industrial zone and EVSD would like to move their Parent/Partner program to this location.
CPA-2020-0007: Amend Chapter 2 Goals and Policies to provide policy guidance for increased
housing density with access to support services like transit and conmtercial services, and provide
implementing regulations.
Mr. Basinger said that this is a city initiated text amendment that will apply city-wide. It will
address alternative housing types such as duplexes, cottages, and townhomes. It is policy
language that will help protect residential neighborhoods by incentivizing alternative housing
in areas that are supported by existing infrastructure. Staff is proposing an area -wide rezone
in hopes to address concerns from the residents regarding the influx of duplex developments
and provide appropriate locations for alternative housing. The objective of this amendment
is to address those concerns by creating areas that can support denser housing because of its
location to transit and services. The vision is that there will be a larger variety of housing
types available for residents and will help with housing affordability.
The proposal will rezone 1218 acres within the City limits to the new zoning district, R-4.
There is 57 vacant acres and 67 acres that are partially used. Studies show that there is
potential for 1240 housing units which would lead to 3100 new residents. The proposed area
is surrounded by multifamily and corridor mixed use zoning districts. The code text
amendment will create the R-4 zone in the code and provide a description and outline
permitted uses. The change specifies that duplex development in the R-3 zone shall have a
minimum lot size of 14,500 square feet. There is also an additional text change in the
Appendix A definitions that states that townhouses are not considered multifamily.
Mr. Basinger stated that staff's analysis shows that single family development will
incentivize the R-3 zone because the change will allow eight single family units per acre.
The new R-4 zone will promote development of alternative housing types in those areas
where transit and services are available giving a greater variety of housing types in areas that
can handle an influx of residents.
Commissioner McKinley asked what the ultimate intent is for the amendment.
Mr. Basinger answered that the vision is to offer a variety of alternative housing within the
city. Staff is optimistic that due to the density change in this amendment, the City might see
some cottage or townhome developments that would offer more affordable options.
Commissioner Kaschmitter asked if the Appleway Trail could be extended. She also asked if
Spokane Transit Authority is considering making their services more frequent in this area.
Mr. Basinger answered that there are plans to extend the Appleway Trail to Dishman Wills.
The Transit Authority is optimistic that they would be able to extend their services as more
development happens. They feel that more demand would drive them to offer additional
services.
Commissioner Beaulac asked about the notification process for the properties affected by this
change.
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Mr. Basinger answered that the public hearing has been published twice in the newspaper, it
will be sent to the Comprehensive Plan distribution list that includes any person that has ever
signed up to receive notifications about comprehensive plan changes (approximately 370
people), it will be published on all of the City's social media platforms, and a media release
will be sent out prior to the public hearing.
Chairman Johnson asked for clarification about sending notification out regarding the City-
wide rezone.
Mr. Basinger responded that the City does not send out letters to individual property owners
when a City-wide rezone is done. However, staff hopes that the additional notices on social
media, press releases, and the distribution list will get the word out to the residents about the
change.
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c. Study Session: CTA-2020-0002. A proposed change to Spokane Valley Municipal
Code 19.90, Essential Public Facilities.
Senior Planner Lori Barlow gave a presentation on the city -initiated code text amendment to
amend regulations on essential public facilities (EPF). The proposal is to prohibit locally
significant essential public facilities in residential zones. She explained that essential public
facilities are facilities that are typically hard to site because of their size and the nature of
their use. These facilities include state and local correctional facilities, solid waste handling
facilities, inpatient facilities which includes substance abuse facilities, mental health group
homes and secure community transition facilities. Pursuant to the Growth Management Act,
cities and counties are required to have procedures to site essential public facilities. They
can't be precluded from being allowed within the city limits. However, the City can control
the zones where they are located. This request is to preclude all of the residential zones; R-1,
R-2, and R-3. The reason for this change is because there have been numerous detoxification
facilities proposed within the City limits in the last few years. There was a controversial
public hearing held recently for a detoxification center that wanted to move into a residential
zone. Staff made the decision that it would be appropriate to look at snaking a change to
limit the zones where these types of facilities can be sited.
The City regulates essential public facilities pursuant to chapter 19.90 SVMC. The current
regulations stipulate that a conditional use permit (CUP) is required for all essential public
facilities to address any possible impacts. Currently, essential public facilities are allowed in
all zones except mixed use and parks and open space.
Chairman Johnson asked if the new R-4 zone would also be included.
Ms. Barlow answered that the City will probably look to exclude that zone if it is created but
the current code text amendment only addresses the zones that are in the code right now.
Chairman Johnson asked the timeframe for this amendment.
Ms. Barlow answered that the public hearing will be held in July, the findings of fact at the
following meeting and then moving onto the City Council for their review and decision.
X. GOOD OF THE ORDER: The Commissioners welcomed Commissioner Haneke to the
board. Commissioner McKinley asked for an update regarding opening the City Hall for in
person meetings.
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Ms, Nickerson answered that the governor's order for COVID phase three does include
allowing face-to-face with customers for goverrunent facilities. However, there is no date yet
for when phase three will begin. The City has begun preparations for when opening does
happen and is putting protocols in place to keep people safe while they are in City Hall.
X I. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:06
pm. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
James ohnson, Chair
Deanna Horton, Secretary
Date signed
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Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Council Chambers — City Hall
July 9, 2020
I. Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via
ZOOM meeting.
II, Commissioners, staff and audience stood for the pledge of allegiance.
III. Secretary to the Commission Deanna Horton took roll and the following members and staff
were present:
Fred Beaulac
Walt Haneke
James Johnson
Danielle Kaschmitter
Timothy Kelley
Robert McKinley
Sherri Robinson
Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Jenny Nickerson, Building Official
Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager
Marianne Lemons, Office Assistant
Taylor Dillard, Administrative Assistant
IV. AGENDA: Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve the agenda for July 9, 2020, with
the exception of removing the corrected draft minutes from June 11, 2020, due to a technical
error. There was no discussion, The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against and
the motion passed.
V. MINUTES: Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve the minutes for June 25, 2020
minutes as presented. Chairman Johnson moved to amend the stated location of the parcels
for CPA-2020-0003 from south of Mission to north of Mission. The vote on the atnendinent
was seven in favor, zero against and the amendment passed. The vote on the amended
motion was seven in favor, zero against and the motion passed.
VI. COMMISSION REPORTS: There were no Commission reports.
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Jenny Nickerson, Building Official offered a suggestion
for the Planning Commission to voice their concerns with staff prior to the meeting so staff
can provide information and acknowledge those concerns during their presentation. Mike
Basinger, Economic Development Manager stated that the Planning Commission use the
staff as their resource.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a. Public Hearing: CTA-2020-0001. A proposed amendment to Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) 19.180 Annexations.
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The Public Hearing was opened at 6:10 pm.
Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager explained the code text amendment would
amend Chapter 19.180 of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) to provide further
clarification for annexations. He explained that the only areas that can be considered for
annexation must be in the Urban Growth Area. The city has received many informal inquiries
regarding annexation and during these discussions, staff determined the existing regulations
for annexation needs to be expanded to provide clear direction to potential applicants and
staff regarding these requests. He stated that the proposed code text amendment will provide
criteria to evaluate annexations. The criteria includes the impacts on existing residents, the
ability to serve the new area at the adopted level of services, the financial impacts of the
annexation and the methods for determining zoning upon annexation.
Chairman Johnson expressed concern regarding the financial analysis criteria and that it may
show that the area being annexed will not pay for itself. He also mentioned that the economic
evaluation is a piece of information that the Planning Commission should utilize to help
inform their decision. Mr. Basinger stated he appreciated Chairman Johnson's comment and
that this is one of many criteria used to evaluate annexations. Deputy City Attorney, Erik.
Lamb stated that the criteria is not in any particular order and that City Council may approve
or disapprove any annexation that comes forward.
The meeting was open up for public testimony.
No public testimony was offered on this matter. The public hearing was closed at 6:18.
Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to recommend approval of CTA-2020-0001 to City
Council.
Commission Haneke added that people spend money in the city, which creates additional
revenues for the surrounding businesses. Commission Robinson commented that residential
areas in the county would still be using the city's infrastructure and that it would be
beneficial if those residential areas were in the city.
The vote on the motion was seven in. favor, zero against and the motion passed.
b. Public Hearing: CTA-2020-0002. A proposed amendment to Chapter 19.90
Essential Public Facilities SVMC and Chapter 19.60 Permitted Uses SVMC.
The Public Hearing was opened at 6:18 pun.
Senior Planner, Lori Barlow explained that this code text amendment would modify
regulations for essential public facilities. Ms. Barlow explained that it would prohibit
Essential Public Facilities (EPFs) from locating in residential zones and it would allow EPFs
in the Mixed Use (MU) zone. Ms. Barlow explained that the proposed changes to Chapter
19.90 SVMC will reformat the regulations to highlight the process and then specifically add
language to the regulations applicable to locally significant EPFs. She stated that the
language added to the last section of 19.90 specifically states that EPFs with local
significance are not permitted in the R-1, R-2, or R-3 zones. Ms. Barlow highlighted that the
city does have the ability to determine which zone locally significant EPFs may be located in
as long as there are adequate areas in the city that can provide for these EPFs. She stated that
through this process, it has been determined that locally significant EPFs are not compatible
with the single-family residential zones. The proposal is to prohibit locally significant EPFs
from locations in the R-1, R-2, and R-3 zones.
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Commissioner Beaulac asked about adding the Multi -Family residential zone to the R-1, R-2
or R-3 zones. Ms. Barlow explained that there are some EPFs designed to be in residential
zones so it was determined that allowing these to be in the Multi -Family residential zone
would meet the need for these locally significant EPFs to be located in a residential setting
while still preserving the character of the other residential zones. Commissioner Beaulac
asked for an example of what would be allowed in the Multi -Family residential zone for
EPFs. Ms. Barlow explained a brief history of what prompted this amendment and gave an
example of a small scale detox center.
Commissioner Robinson requested clarification for facilities like NAOMI and other women's
shelters. There was a short discussion on what services those shelters would need to provide
to be considered and EPF.
Commission Kaschrnitter requested clarification on state and regional correctional facilities
and if they could be included. Ms. Barlow answered that those would not be locally
significant and they would have to go through the siting process with the Board of County
Commissioners. She further explained the process that these EPFs would have to go through
to determine the most suitable locations.
The meeting was open up for public testimony.
No public testimony was offered on this matter.
The public hearing was closed at 6:32.
Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to recommend approval of CTA-2020-0002 to City
Council.
Commissioner Beaulac stated that he would like to see Multi -Family residential added to the
list of residential zones that EPFs could not locate in. Mr. Lamb provided clarification that an
identified residential zone should be left as a potential zone for EPFs to locate, Chairman
Johnson stated that these are essential services and moving them to a Multi -Family zone will
make it more expensive to create these facilities. Commissioner McKinley stated that he is in
favor of these facilities moving from the R-1, R-2, and R-3 zones.
The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against and the motion passed
X. GOOD OF THE ORDER: Commissioner Kelley read a statement regarding core values.
He stated the importance of the commissioner's votes during the election of officers and for
the comprehensive plan amendments. He asked the commissioners to bring their core values
to each meeting. He welcomed the new commissioners to be a part of the conversation.
Commissioner Robinson thanked everyone for their patience and stated that although she
cannot change her vote on CPA-2020-0007 from the June 25, 2020 meeting but she wishes
she could. She provided further information as to why she's reached this decision and going
forward she will be in support of the R-4 zone. Commissioner McKinley offered a reminder
that tax returns are due Wednesday, July 15, 2020. He also thanked staff for their work on the
EPFs. Commissioner Kaschtnitter thanked the commission for caring about the community
and thanked staff for their patience. Chairman Johnson thanked staff and mentioned that the
commission should never question staffs motives. He stated he is in favor of medium
density.
XI. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:48
pm. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
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Regular Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Council Chambers — City Hall
July 23'd, 2020
I. Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via
ZOOM meeting.
II. Commissioners, staff and audience stood for the pledge of allegiance.
III. Administrative Assistant Taylor Dillard took roll and the following members and staff were
present:
Fred Beaulac, (Joined ,U 6:25 pm)
Walt Haneke
James Johnson
Danielle Kaschmitter
Tim Kelley
Bob McKinley
Sherri Robinson
Eric Lamb, Deputy City Attorney
Jenny Nickerson, Building Official
Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager
Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Chaz Bates, Senior Planner
Taylor Dillard, Administrative Assistant
Marianne Lemons, Office Assistant
There was a consensus from the Planning Commission to excuse Commissioner Beaulac
from the meeting.
IV. AGENDA: Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve the July 23, 2020 agenda as
presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was six in favor, zero against
and the motion passed.
V. MINUTES: Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve the amended June 11, 2020
minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vole on the motion was six in favor,
zero against and the motion passed. Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve the July
9, 2020 minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was six in
favor, zero against and the motion passed.
VI. COMMISSION REPORTS: Chairman Johnson reported that he has continued to attend the
Spokane County Human Rights Task Force meetings. The task force sent out nomination
forms to find recipients for human rights awards and the winners have been selected. There
will be a virtual awards ceremony in September..
VH. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Building Official Jenny Nickerson reminded the
commissioners to drop off their yellow binders to City Hall so they can be used for the City
Council packets. Ms. Nickerson also requested that the letter from applicant Jay Rambo
regarding CPA-2020-0003 and the agency comments included for CTA-2020-0003 be
removed from the Planning Commission Packet. They were included in error.
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VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a. Findings of Fact: 2020 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Senior Planner Chaz Bates gave a presentation to the commission. He explained that there
were two study sessions held on March 6, 2020 and June 11, 2020 regarding these
amendments. The public hearing was held on June 25, 2020 and the Planning Commission
deliberated on each amendment individually and came up with recommendations to be
submitted to the City Council. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of
CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, and CPA-2020-0006. The Planning Commission voted to
recommend denial of CPA-2020-0003 and CPA-2020-0007. This item is being heard to
formalize those findings and the Planning Commission vote on each amendment.
Commissioner Kaschrnitter moved to approve and forward to City Council the findings and
recommendation of the Planning Commission for the proposed Comprehensive Plan
amendments CPA-2020-0001, CPA-2020-0002, CPA-2020-0003, CPA-2020-0006, and
CPA-2020-0007. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was six in favor, zero
against and the motion passed.
b. Findings Of Fact: CTA-2020-0001, A proposed amendment to Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) 19.180 Annexations
Economic Development Manager Mike Basinger explained that this proposed amendment to
the SVMC is to clarify the process and criteria to annex adjacent and contiguous areas in the
City and to ensure that the fiscal impacts of providing the facilities, utilities, services, and
maintenance of the annexation area are adequately considered prior to annexation. The
process included a study session on June 11, 2020 and a public hearing on July 9, 2020. The
During the public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the
proposed change. This item is being heard to formalize those findings and the Planning
Commission vote.
Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve and forward to City Council the findings and
recommendation of the Planning Commission for the proposed amendment to Spokane
Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) CTA-2020-0001. There was no discussion. The vote on the
motion was six in favor, zero against and the notion passed
c. Findings Of Fact: CTA-2020-0002, A proposed amendment to SVMC 19.90
Essential Public Facilities
Senior Planner Lori Barlow stated that this proposed amendment is to prohibit locally
significant Essential Public Facilities (EPF) in residential zones and allow EPF's in the
Mixed -Use zone. The process included a study session on June 11, 2020 and a public
hearing on July 9, 2020. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the
proposed change. This item is being heard to formalize those findings and the Planning
Commission vote.
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Commissioner Kaschmitter moved to approve and forward the City Council the findings and
recommendations ofthe Planning Commission for proposed amendment to Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) CTA-2020-0002. There was no discussion. The vote on the
motion was six in favor zero against and the motion passed.
d. Study Session: CTA-2020-0003, Nonconforming Use Code Text Amendment
Senior Planner Lori Barlow gave a staff presentation. She explained that Chapter 19,25 of
the SVMC regulates nonconforming uses and structures and defines what is considered a
legal nonconforming use or structure. According to the code, nonconforming uses are uses
or structures that were legally permitted under the applicable regulations at the time the use
or structure came into existence and began lawful operations. At some point after the
original setup, a change to the zoning code has occurred that has made the use or structure
nonconforming. Under this section of the code, these nonconforming uses are allowed to
continue and are subject to regulations of this chapter. The chapter also outlines the
circumstances that a nonconforming use can be expanded.
There are two reasons that the City has been prompted to look at this item. The first reason is
regarding single family residential uses in a non-residential zoning district. In the
applicability section of the code (19.25.010.04) states that existing legally established single-
family residential uses located in a nonresidential zoning district are defined as a legal
nonconforming use or structure. According to 19.25.020.02, ifa structure is damaged by
fire, flood, neglect, or act of nature more than eighty percent ofthe market value, it may not
be rebuilt. This notation in the code is causing problems for residents to get financing to
either refinance a current mortgage or get a new mortgage. Banks want to make sure that
they can retain their value in the event of a disaster, Staff is proposing to make a change to
item four of the applicability regulation that states "existing legally established single-family
residential uses located in a nonresidential zoning district shall not be deemed
nonconforming and shall be permitted as a legal use."
Commissioner Beaulac joined the meeting at 6:25 pm.
Ms. Barlow continued that the second reason that has prompted the code text amendment is
regarding the ability for property owners to expand nonconforming uses. The current
regulations state that nonconforming uses can be expanded within the boundaries of the
original lot and any lot adjacent to the original lot if they meet all criteria laid out in the code.
Staff is proposing to remove the language from the code allowing expansion onto adjacent
lots. Nonconforming uses will continue to be allowed to expand only within the confines of
the boundaries of the original lot.
Commissioner Haneke asked ifa nonconforming use is only allowed to expand one time onto
an adjacent lot.
Ms. Barlow answered that staff interpretation would be that owners are limited to expand
only one time onto an adjacent lot. However, this isn't a situation that has come up for
review yet. However, the proposed amendment would Iimit expansions to only occur on the
confines of the original lot and would prohibit expansion onto any adjacent locations.
Commissioner Haneke and Commissioner McKinley expressed concern over the change
because it would really limit businesses ft•oni growing. It's substantially less expensive to
expand than relocate,
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Commissioner I-ianeke asked how many nonconforming residential units there are within the
City limits.
Ms. Barlow that she will try to get that data from the GIS analyst for the next meeting.
Deputy City Attorney Lamb mentioned that this will also apply to all mining operations,
Currently in the code, all mining within the City limits is considered a nonconforming use
because mining really isn't appropriate within an urban setting. However, under the current
regulations mining can be expanded onto adjacent properties if the owners purchase the land.
This change will eliminate that ability.
X. GOOD OF THE ORDER: Commissioner Beaulac apologized for being late to the
meeting. Commissioner Flaneke and Commissioner Kaschmitter thanked staff for all of their
hard work.
XL ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:54
pm. The vote on the motion was seven in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
James Johnson, Chair Date signed
Deanna Morton, Secretary
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Spokane
0Valleye
COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC WORKS
BUILDING & PLANNING
STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
CTA-2020-0002
STAFF REPORT DATE: July 2, 2020
HEARING DATE AND LOCATION: July 9, 2020, beginning at 6:00 p.m.; Due to the restrictions on public
gatherings arising from the covid-19 outbreak, and pursuant to Governor Inslee's Stay Home, Stay Healthy
Proclamation (No. 20-25) and Proclamation 20-28 (and associated extensions), this hearing will be
conducted remotely using web and telephone conference tools. A link to the Zoom meeting will be
provided on the agenda and posted to the City's webpage: www.spokanevalley.org/planningcommission.
Proposal Description: A city -initiated code text amendment to chapter 19.90 of the Spokane Valley
Municipal Code (SVMC) and SVMC 19.60.050 to prohibit locally significant Essential Public Facilities
(EPFs) in the single-family residential zones, to allow EPFs in the Mixed Use Zone, and to address other
housekeeping items.
APPROVAL CRITERIA: Spokane Valley Comprehensive Plan, SVMC 17.80. 150, 19.30.040.
SUMMARY ov CONCLUSIONS: Staff concludes that the proposed amendments to chapter 19.90 SVMC and
SVMC 19.60.050 are consistent with minimum criteria for review and approval, and consistent with the
goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
STAFF CONTACT: Lori Barlow, AICP, Senior Planner.
REVIEWED BY: Jenny Nickerson, Building Official.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1: Proposed Amendment
APPLICATION PROCESSING: Chapter 17.80 SVMC, Permit Processing Procedures. The following table
summarizes the procedural steps for the proposal.
Process
Date
Department of Commerce 60-day Notice of Intent to
Adopt Amendment
June 15, 2020
SEPA — DNS Issued
June 19, 2020
Published Notice of Public Hearing:
June 19 and 26, 2020
Background: EPFs are facilities that are typically difficult to site due to the use or resulting
impacts. EPFs are defined in various state laws including RCW 47.06.140, 81.112.020 and
71.09.020. The Growth Management Act (GMA) requires cities to establish a process for
identifying and siting EPFs. The State has identified a list of EPFs pursuant to WAC 364-196-550,
which includes state and local correctional facilities, solid waste handling facilities, and in -patient
facilities, which includes substance abuse facilities, mental health, group homes, and secure
Staff Report and Recommendation CTA-2020-0002
community transition facilities. The City may not preclude the siting of EPFs within their
j urisdiction.
The City is signatory to the Interlocal Agreement regarding Siting of Essential Public Facilities
within Spokane County with Spokane County, the City of Spokane, and other municipalities. The
Interlocal Agreement defines the siting process applicable to EPFs. Generally speaking, a
proponent submits a request for determination of appropriate siting process to the Spokane County
Planning Department for a decision by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). If the use is
determined to be an EPF of regional or statewide significance, the project will be sited using the
regional siting process. This process utilizes a location analysis with significant public involvement
that ultimately results in a ranking of the sites from the BOCC.
If the EPF is determined to be locally significant, the EPF is sited through the local EPF siting
process established by each jurisdiction.
The city regulates EPFs pursuant to chapter 19.90 SVMC. The current regulations categorize the
uses as statewide, regionally, or locally significant and identify the process as noted above.
Additionally the regulations require all EPFs to receive a conditional use permit (CUP) pursuant to
chapter 19.150 SVMC to address the unanticipated impacts of the use. Lastly, the permitted use
matrix in SVMC 19.60.050 identifies the zones where EPFs are allowed. Currently EPFs are
allowed in all zones except Mixed Use (MU) and Parks and Open Space (POS).
Although the City cannot prohibit the siting of EPFs within the City limits, the City may prohibit
the siting of EPFs in residential zones so long as there is adequate, appropriate land available in
other zones. At this time the City is proposing a code text amendment to prohibit EPFs in the
single-family residential zones and also proposed a reorganization of chapter 19.90 SVMC improve
the clarity.
ANALYSIS:
Currently EPFs are allowed in all zones except MU and POS pursuant to SVMC 19.60.050, Table 1,
Permitted Use Matrix ( Table 1 below) and subject to a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to chapter
19.150 SVMC.
Table 1
19.60.050 Permitted Uses Matrix
Zones
R1
R2
R3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Public/Quasi-Public
Community facilities
PPP
P
P
P
PP
PP
P
Essential public facilities
R
RR
R
R
R
R
RR
Public utility local distribution facility
SSS
S
S
S
S
P
PP
S
Public utility transmission facility
SSS
S
S
S
SS
SS
S
Tower, wind turbine support
S
S
SS
The proposed amendment:
1. Prohibits locally significant EPFs from locating in single family residential zones because they
are incompatible with residential uses.
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As noted above, EPFs are defined and categorized as such due to the necessity for such facilities
and uses and the implicit challenges due to the impacts on surrounding properties. However,
EPFs that primarily serve local populations may be categorized as locally significant. Locally
significant EPFs are subject to City regulatory approval, which requires a CUP process. They are
also currently allowed in all residential zones. The City has recently processed CUP's for several
small scale substance abuse detoxification facilities determined to be locally significant through
the siting process, one of which was proposed in a residential zone. The Hearing Examiner
(HEX) determined through the CUP process that the facility was not compatible with the
residential uses, due to the commercial nature of the service, traffic impacts, physical changes
proposed to the site, and various operational impacts that included shift changes and even
deliveries. The HEX denied the CUP. The decision for that project highlights the contradictory
nature of allowing EPFs in single-family residential zones. While all EPFs have some level of
challenge in finding an appropriate site, the impacts are generally magnified in single-family
residential zones due to the limited residential uses in such zones. The proposed amendment will
prevent incompatible uses from locating within single family residential zones.
2. The proposed amendment is consistent with state laws.
Pursuant to RCW 36.70A.200(1) Cities are required to establish a process for identifying and
siting EPFs. Generally there is a distinction between EPFs of statewide and regional significance
and locally significant EPFs. A City has more authority to zone locally significant EPFs and may
preclude them from single family residential zones so long as they are allowed in at least one
residential zone and other zones within the City. The proposed amendment precludes locally
significant EPFs from the single family residential zones (R-1, R-2 and R-3) but allows the use in
all other zones (MFR, MU, CMCJ, RC, NC, IMU, I) except POS.
3. Allows EPFs in multifamily residential zones and mixed use zones.
The amendment recognizes that certain EPFs are designed to be located in residential zones, such
as group homes or residential substance abuse treatment facilities, and continues to allow EPFs in
the multi -family residential zone and mixed use zones where a wide range of residential uses are
allowed.
Table 2
Proposed Amendment to
19.60.050 Permitted Uses Matrix
Zones
RI
R2
R3
MFR
MU
CMU
NC
RC
IMU
I
POS
Public/Quasi-Public
Community facilities
PPP
P
P
P
P
P
PP
P
Essential public facilities
EEEEEEEEEE
I
Public utility local distribution facility
SSS
S
S
S
S
P
PP
S
Public utility transmission facility
SSS
S
S
S
S
S
SS
S
Tower, wind turbine support
S
S
SS
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Staff Report and Recommendation CTA-2020-0002
A. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE TEXT
AMENDMENT
1. Compliance with Title 17 (General Provisions) of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code
a. Findings:
SVMC 17.80.150(F) Municipal Code Text Amendment Approval Criteria
The City may approve a Municipal Code Text amendment if it finds that:
i. The proposed text amendment is consistent with the applicable provisions of the
Comprehensive Plan:
Staff Analysis: The proposed amendment is supported by the Comprehensive Plan
and is consistent with the following Comprehensive goals and policies:
LU-G1 Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents, employees,
and visitors
CF-P19 Collaborate with Spokane County jurisdictions in determining the best
locations for public and private essential public facilities.
LU-P5 Ensure compatibility between adjacent residential and commercial or
industrial uses
LU-P7 Protect residential neighborhoods from incompatible land uses and adverse
impacts associated with transportation corridors.
H-P4 Enable the creation of housing for resident individuals and families needing
assistance from social and human service providers.
CF-G1 Coordinate with special districts, other jurisdictions, and the private sector to
effectively and affordably provide facilities and services.
ii. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relation to public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment:
Staff Analysis: The proposed amendment bears substantial relation to public health,
safety, welfare and protection of the environment. Precluding locally significant
EPFs in the single family residential zones protects the character of the existing
single family residential uses and allows those EPFs that have a residential
component to located in other mixed use or high density residential zones. The
proposed amendment protects residential neighborhoods from incompatible land uses
and provides for EPFs that require a residential character. The amendment addresses
community concerns and protects community character. The amendment will also
direct locally significant EPFs into zones and sites more suitable and allow for more
efficient processing and permitting of the necessary services they provide.
b. Conclusion(s):
The proposed text amendment is consistent with the approval criteria contained in the SVMC
17.80.150(F).
2. Finding and Conclusions Specific to Public Comments
a. Findings:
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No public comments have been received to date.
b. Conclusion(s):
Adequate public noticing was conducted for CTA-2020-0002 pursuant to adopted public
noticing procedures.
3. Finding and Conclusions Specific to Agency Comments
a. Findings:
The City has not received any agency comments to date.
b. Conclusion(s):
No concerns noted.
B. CONCLUSION
For the reasons set forth in Section A the proposed code text amendment to preclude locally
significant EPFs from the R-1, R-2, and R 3 zones, allow EPFs in the MU zone, and other
housekeeping items is consistent with the requirements of SVMC 17.80.150(F) and the
Comprehensive Plan.
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation ❑ executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Motion Consideration: Washington State Department of Commerce
Memorandum of Understanding
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: None
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: None
BACKGROUND: In January of 2020, the Washington State Department of Commerce (Commerce)
launched a new program called Regulatory Roadmap for Manufacturing Siting Feasibility (Manufacturing
Roadmap). The program is the latest addition to a series of localized online portals designed to help ease
the process of getting preliminary regulatory requirements satisfied for expanding or siting a new
manufacturing facility. In 2015, the City participated in the Restaurant Roadmap, which continues to be a
valuable tool for customers seeking to open a restaurant in Spokane Valley. The Manufacturing Roadmap
would provide a similar service oriented toward customers seeking to develop a manufacturing site.
Participation in the program requires that the City enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with
Commerce. The MOU sets out the terms for the development and maintenance of the Manufacturing
Roadmap. The draft MOU is attached.
A distinct difference between the Restaurant Roadmap and the Manufacturing Roadmap is that the
Manufacturing Roadmap is maintained and hosted on Commerce's website via an online portal. A major
benefit of Commerce hosting the site is that it provides a bigger audience for those seeking to develop a
manufacturing facility because it is at the state level versus the local level. While the site would be hosted
on Commerce's site, the City would be responsible for developing content and graphics consistent with
Commerce's templates. Participation in the program does not have a fee.
On August 11, 2020, Council heard an administrative report on the City's participation in the program. At
that meeting, Council requested the web address to see an example of what the Manufacturing Roadmap
would look like, that address is https://fortress.wa.gov/com/roadmap/#/start. There were no other comments
or concerns.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the
Memorandum of Understanding between the Washington State Department of Commerce and the City of
Spokane Valley, for participation in the Manufacturing Roadmap program.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None, as noted above.
STAFF CONTACT: Mike Basinger, Economic Development Manager; Chaz Bats, Senior Planner
ATTACHMENTS: Draft Memorandum of Understanding
DRAFT
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN
WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
AND
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WASHINGTON
This memorandum of understanding (MOU) is made between the undersigned Parties as follows. The
Parties hereto are Washington State Department of Commerce (Commerce) and City of Spokane Valley,
Washington (City), which hereby enter into the following memorandum of understanding (MOU). For the
purposes of this MOU, the Parties shall be known collectively as "Partners".
PURPOSE
The purpose of this memorandum is to establish an agreement between the Partners regarding the
collaborative development and maintenance of an online regulatory guide, or "Manufacturing Regulatory
Roadmap", maintained and hosted by Commerce and accessed through City's website/direct URL.
AGREEMENT
The Partners agree that the Regulatory Roadmap for Manufacturing Siting Feasibility (Manufacturing
Roadmap), is a collaborative project, and the Partners will work together to maintain and market it
according to the following:
1. Commerce will provide content and/or templates for developing content, to include graphic elements,
wording, and overall design. City -specific content will be developed by and/or approved by the City, in
accordance with Commerce guidelines, to ensure a consistent statewide Regulatory Roadmap presence.
The Washington Regulatory Roadmap logo will be used on all content. Commerce will review all materials
prior to publishing.
2. The Partners will mutually determine appropriate placement of the Manufacturing Roadmap content
and links to it within and throughout the City's website. Commerce will provide guidance, if needed, for
the development of the webpage used to host the Manufacturing Regulatory Roadmap links or materials..
3. The Partners will develop and implement a communication plan for outreach and messaging to ensure
consistent and comprehensive messaging.
4. The Partners agree that maintaining accurate and current information within the Manufacturing
Roadmap materials is paramount for the success of this project. The Partners will develop a plan for
regularly reviewing, maintaining, and updating the content at least quarterly. The City will update City -
specific content, and Commerce will ensure updates of their content.
5. Commerce will use analytics to track visitor activity on the Manufacturing Roadmap application. The
City agrees to review the analytics with Commerce periodically or as needed.
6. The Partners agree that any work or intellectual property, created jointly or individually by the Partners
for the purposes of the Manufacturing Roadmap will be available for use by either partner for uses related
to this agreement.
7. The Manufacturing Roadmap content is specific to manufacturing site selection. Use and/or expansion
of the content for other business needs and activities may be undertaken. Either Party may invite the
other to undertake development of roadmaps for other business needs, which would be done in
collaboration between the Partners and require a separate MOU.
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8. The City will provide a Project Manager to support project activities and coordinate other appropriate
City staff to participate in the development of the tool, including, but not limited to, assigning appropriate
subject matter experts to review and edit when applicable, maintaining communications with Commerce,
developing and implementing a marketing and outreach plan, ensuring timelines are met, and assisting
with coordinating business introductions and joint meetings when necessary. The Project Manager will be
the direct liaison for Commerce during the term of this MOU.
9. No separate entity is created by this agreement. The City's designee and Commerce shall jointly
administer this project.
STRUCTURE
COMMERCE shall be represented by Lynn Fetch, Program Manager, WA State Department of
Commerce, 1011 Plum St SE, Olympia, WA 98501, Telephone: 360-725-2810, Email:
Lynn.Fetch@commerce.wa.gov.
City of Spokane Valley, Washington, shall be represented by, Chaz Bates, Senior Planner, 10210 E
Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216, Telephone: 509-720-5337, Email: cbates@spokanevalley.org.
TERMINATION
Either Partner may terminate this agreement by providing 90 days written notice to the other Partner.
CHANGES, MODIFICATIONS AND AMENDMENTS
This agreement may be changed, modified, extended, or amended by written agreement executed by all
Partners.
EXECUTION
We, the undersigned, agree to the terms of the foregoing agreement. This agreement shall become
effective upon execution, and shall remain in effect for a period of three years from execution date, unless
terminated sooner or extended as provided herein.
WA Department of Commerce Spokane Valley, WA
Chris Green, Assistant Director
Office of Economic Development &
Competitiveness
Mark Calhoun, City Manager
Date Date
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ® new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ❑ admin. report ❑ pending legislation ❑ executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Motion Consideration — Approval of Amendment to Agreement with
Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce to administer the small business and nonprofit CARES
grant program
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: Section 601(a) of the Social Security Act, as added by section
5001 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) (see 42 U.S.C. §
801)
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: At the June 23, 2020 meeting, Council heard from a
variety of organizations within the City regarding the impacts they have seen from the COVID-19
pandemic. At the July 7, 2020 meeting, City Council heard an administrative report on CARES
funding options. At the July 14, 2020 meeting, City Council provided consensus for staff to
proceed to develop and identify programs to carry out the distribution of CARES funds as
indicated by City Council. At the July 28, 2020, meeting, City Council heard an administrative
report on the proposed agreement. At the August 4, 2020 meeting, City Council approved the
Agreement with the Spokane Valley Chamber and authorized the City Manager to finalize and
execute the Agreement.
BACKGROUND:
General Program Information:
In prior meetings, staff have provided a detailed update on the CARES Act funding package for
Coronavirus Relief Funds that the City received. The City was awarded $2,901,600 under the
CRF program passed through the state. In order to access the funds, the City entered into a grant
agreement with the Washington State Department of Commerce, and the grant operates on a
reimbursement basis, which means that the City must first expend the funds and request
reimbursement after. The funds may only be used for costs incurred by local governments in
response to the COVID-19 public health emergency during the period of March 1, 2020 through
October 31, 2020.
Eligible Costs:
At its August 4, 2020 meeting, City Council approved the Agreement with the Greater Spokane
Valley Chamber of Commerce to have them administer the City's Small Business and Nonprofit
CARES Act Grant program in the amount of $1,241,138, which was allocated as follows:
$829,498 for small businesses and $411,640 for nonprofits, with up to $7,158 to be distributed
per entity. City Council agreed upon the following criteria applicable to all entities:
1. 18 or fewer FTEs;
2. Business has a current Spokane Valley business license; nonprofits must provide at
least 18.65% of their service in Spokane Valley;
3. Minimum annual budget/revenues of $10,000;
4. Expenditures incurred to date — determines whether they will receive full award;
5. Meets Federal CARES Act requirements:
a. The expense is connected to the COVID-19 emergency.
b. The expense is "necessary."
c. The expense is not filling a shortfall in government revenues.
d. The expense is not funded through another budget line item, allotment or allocation,
as of March 27, 2020.
e. The expense would not exist without COVID-19 or would be for a "substantially
different" purpose.
6. For small businesses — Sole proprietors and independent contractors are permissible
provided that the business they are asking funds for is their primary source of income.
7. For nonprofits — 501(c)(3) entities only.
Additionally, City Council desired that awards only be made to businesses and nonprofits that had
not been awarded funds under the Spokane County grant program.
Staff have been working with the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber on establishing the grant
program.
Proposed Amendment
Two issues have come up with regard to the Agreement and program. First, the program was
intended to begin a week after the Spokane County program application period ended. However,
Spokane County extended their application period to August 14, 2020. Accordingly, the Chamber
recommended and staff agreed that the City program should be pushed one week to begin on
August 24, 2020. The City program application period will run from August 24, 2020 through
September 4, 2020. This will not result in any delay in the distribution according to the Chamber.
Secondly, the Chamber identified a potential issue with the prohibition on awarding City grants to
nonprofits that received a Spokane County grant. This is due to the limited number of nonprofits
that exist within Spokane County and the large number that provide services regionally throughout
Spokane County, including in Spokane Valley. Thus, they requested and staff agreed to propose
an amendment to the Agreement to allow the City funds to be awarded to nonprofits only even if
they had been awarded Spokane County funds, provided that they demonstrated expenses and
lost revenues in an amount supporting both a Spokane County grant and a City grant to prevent
duplicate payments of Federal funds for the same expenses/lost revenues. For example, if a
nonprofit had incurred lease expenses and lost revenue in the amount of $30,000, under the
proposed amendment, it would qualify for a City grant even if it had been awarded a $10,000
Spokane County grant.
Given the nature of the proposed amendment, staff are seeking City Council approval for the
proposed amendment to allow nonprofits only to receive a City grant even if they had received a
Spokane County grant, provided the awards do not overlap and they meet all other grant
requirements. Staff has provided a draft redline of the proposed amendment with this packet.
Marketing Campaign
To effectively publicize the grant program to create regional awareness among small business
owners and nonprofit organizations, the City will utilize a combination of print and digital marketing
materials. Working with our marketing agency KREM as well as the Chamber, we have developed
a plan to reach, engage and build interest among those qualified to apply. Promotional channels
include sending a press release, mailing a postcard directly to over 6,000 businesses within
Spokane Valley, newspaper ads, social media posts, emails, a website banner and article on our
News page as well as targeted ads on the City's Facebook and Linkedln sites.
OPTIONS: Motion to approve the amendment to the Agreement and authorize the City Manager
to finalize and execute the Agreement as amended in substantially the form presented.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to approve the amended Agreement Between
the City of Spokane Valley and the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce for CARES
Act Coronavirus Relief Fund Grant, and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the
agreement as amended in substantially the form presented.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The City has been awarded $2,901,600 in CRF funds through
the CARES Act that were passed down through Washington State. This grant is able to be used
on a reimbursement basis to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in the City. The
grant may not be used for expenditures already included in the City's 2020 Budget.
City Council has allocated $1,241,138 towards the small business/nonprofit/Phase 4/hospitality
distribution.
STAFF CONTACT: Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director; Erik Lamb, Deputy City Attorney; Jeff
Kleingartner, Public Information Officer
ATTACHMENTS:
• Draft Agreement and redlined amendment to Scope for subrecipient agreement with Valley
Chamber
• Presentation on Small Business/Nonprofit marketing campaign
Marketing Campaign -
Spokane Valley CARES
Small Business & Nonprofit Grant Program
August 25, 2020
Jeff Kleingartner, Public Information Officer
Spokane
Valley
Marketing Campaign Overview
Grant application open Monday, August 24 at 10 a.m. - Friday, September 4 at 5 p.m.
Tactic
Paid targeted digital advertising campaigns —
Facebook and Linkedln
Postcard mailer to 6,436 registered businesses
Postcard mailer to nonprofits
Email to 4,731 registered businesses through
Constant Contact
Print advertisement in Newspapers — Valley
Herald, Spokesman Review
News release to media (earned media)
City's Social Media accounts (Facebook, Twitter)
both traditional posting and boosting
Dates
Aug. 25-Sept. 3
Aug. 24-25
Aug. 24-25
Aug. 24
ost
$2,000
$2,675 (plus tax)
$ 250
No cost
Publication dates vary $1070
Aug. 18
Aug. 18-Sept. 4
No cost
No cost
TOTAL $5,595
Paid Targeted Digital Advertising
KREM develops and loads ads on social media channels
Ads run on Facebook and Linkedln from August 25th - September 3rd
$2000 budget targets business owners in the city
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Accepting small business and nonprofit applications for the City of Spokane Valley Cares Act Grant Program.
Apply August 24 to September 4.
Visit spokanevalleychamber.org/svgrants to team about eligibility and submit an application.
Email grantinfo@spakanevalteychamber.o gfor more information.
Postcard scheduled to arrive in
mailboxes August 25th
Mailed to over 6,500 organizations
Postcard includes we bs ite, email,
deadline and general information
Press Release & Email
PRESS Release
August 18, 2020
City introduces CARES Act small business and
nonprofit grant program
Spokane Valley, WA - Spokane Valley's City Council has allocated Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and
Economic Security (CARES) Act funds to establish a new grant program to assist small businesses and
nonprofit organizations that have experienced financial challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
City Council has reserved 5829,498 for small businesses and $411,640 for nonprofits. The application
period begins at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 24 and concludes at 5 p.m. on Friday, September 4. Grants
will be awarded in a lottery format and the funds will be distributed by October 31, 2020. The city has
established a maximum grant award of $7,158 per organization.
Organizations will be required to demonstrate in the application their organizzatlon has been directly
impacted by the COV1D-19 pandemic between March 1, 2020 and October 31, 2020. Each applicant must
meet Federal CARES Act requirements and disclose their expenses to date and estimated revenue lost in
2020 as a result of the pandemic.
Applying organizations must meet the following criteria:
• Have 18 or fewer full-time equivalent (FTEs) staff as of March 1, 2020.
• For -profit businesses must have a current Spokane Valley business license and be located within
the City of Spokane Valley.
• Nonprofit organizations must provide at least 18.65% of their total services within the boundaries
of the City of Spokane Valley. Percentage based on city's population as a percentage of total
Spokane County population as of April 1, 2020, Nonprofit organizations must also possess a
Spokane Valley business license if required and be a 501(c)(3).
• Business can be a sole proprietor or independent contractor provided the business requests funds
for their primary source of income.
• Minimum annual budget/revenues of $10,000.
The Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce was selected by the Spokane Valley City Council to
administer the application process and has partnered with the Innovia Foundation For online application
hosting, processing, software, and database services.
For more information on the grant program visit spoka neva€Ieychamber.orgLgrants or email
gra prinft@spoicanevalleychamber.org.
Press release distributed to
media on August 18th
Sent emails to businesses on
August 24th
Follow up email to those didn't
open 3 days before deadline
Newspaper Ads
Small Business& Nonprofit Grant Program
SPOKANE VALLEY CARES
Apply August 24 - September 4,2020
Visit spokanevalleychnmbenorg/svgmnts to learn
about eligibility and submit an application.
Email grnntinfo@spokanevalleychamber.orgfor more information.
Small Business & Nonprofit Grant Program
SPOKANE VALLEY CARES
Apply August 24 - September 4, 2020
Visit spokanevalleyehamber.org/svgrants to learn
about eligibility and submk anappllcatlon.
Emaik grannnfa#spokanev3Reychomber org for more information_
Full color ads run for two
consecutive weeks
Ads in Spokane Valley News
Herald & Spokesman Review
Total cost of ads budgeted at
$1,070.
Social Media Posts
COVID-19 Small Business & Nonprofit Grants
SPOKANE VALLEY CARES
Apply by September 4
Grant program graphics to
display on City's Facebook,
Twitter, and Linkedln sites
Several posts on these channels
during the application period
Chamber will post as well about
the grant program on their sites
Website
COVID-19 Small Business & Nonprofit Grants
Loaded large website homepage
banner to run until September 4th
Article posted in the "News"
section of the website
Reviewing other applicable
locations on website
Questions?
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AMENDED
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY AND
Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce
CARES ACT CORONAVIRUS RELIEF FUND GRANT
THIS AGREEMENT is made by and between the City of Spokane Valley, a code City of the State
of Washington, hereinafter "City" and Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce, hereinafter
"Subrecipient," jointly referred to as "Parties."
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020, the City of Spokane Valley City Council passed Resolution No.
20-005 declaring a public health emergency in Spokane Valley arising from the COVID-19 outbreak; and
WHEREAS, Governor Inslee issued Proclamation 20-25, "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" on March
23, 2020, which prohibited all people in Washington State from leaving their homes or participating in
social, spiritual, and recreational gatherings of any kind regardless of the number of participants, and all
non -essential businesses in Washington State from conducting business, within the limitations therein; and
WHEREAS, Governor Inslee issued Proclamation No. 20-25.3 on May 4, 2020, which established
an initial four -phased approach to reopening Washington State; and
WHEREAS, Governor Inslee issued Proclamation No. 20-25.4 on May 31, 2020, which creates a
transition from "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" to "Safe Start, Stay Healthy" on a County by County basis; and
WHEREAS, Spokane County is currently in Phase 2 of the phased reopening plan and many
businesses located in Spokane Valley are open only with a limited capacity and/or reduced operations; and
WHEREAS, disruptions to workers and small businesses are serious, as small businesses are the
backbone of the City's economy, and provide the foundation of employment, services for the community,
and revenue for cities and other public agencies to continue to provide essential services for the public
welfare and benefit; and
WHEREAS, the Spokane Valley City Council recognizes that one of its essential functions is to
secure the health and welfare of Spokane Valley citizens; and
WHEREAS, public resources are necessary to help many citizens and small businesses impacted
by the COVID-19 pandemic survive; and
WHEREAS, Section 601(a) of the Social Security Act, as added by section 5001 of the Coronavirus
Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("CARES Act") (PL 116-136), established the Coronavirus Relief
Fund (the "Fund") and appropriated $150 billion under Title V of the CARES Act to the Fund to be used
to make payments for specified uses to States and certain local governments; and
WHEREAS, the Washington State allocation of Fund resources has been designated to reimburse
certain additional local governments in the state for specified expenditures through contracts administered
by the State Department of Commerce ("Commerce"); and
WHEREAS, the City entered into an Interagency Agreement with Commerce regarding the Fund
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for the period March 1, 2020 through October 31, 2020, attached hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated
herein (collectively all General Terms, Special Terms and Conditions, and Attachments, the "Commerce
Agreement"); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley have allocated a portion of the City's
CARES Act funds for small businesses and non-profit entities; and
WHEREAS, the Subrecipient is a Washington non-profit corporation representing a coalition of
businesses dedicated to economic development within the City of Spokane Valley; and
WHEREAS, the Subrecipient's members and staff possess valuable skill, experience, and expertise
in helping community businesses; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to use the skill, experience, and expertise of the Subrecipient to
administer the application and distribution process for the City's program to distribute CARES Act funds
to those small businesses and non -profits that need such funds as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
IN CONSIDERATION of the terms and conditions contained herein, the Parties agree as follows:
1. Incorporation of Recitals/Exhibits. The recitals and referenced Exhibits are incorporated herein by
this reference.
2. Scope of Services. Subrecipient shall provide all labor, services, and material to satisfactorily complete
the Scope of Services, attached as Exhibit A.
A. Administration. The City Manager or designee shall administer and be the primary contact for
Subrecipient. Prior to commencement of work, Subrecipient shall contact the City Manager or
designee to review the Scope of Services, schedule, and date of completion. Upon notice from the
City Manager or designee, Subrecipient shall commence work, perform the requested tasks in the
Scope of Services, stop work, and promptly cure any failure in performance under this Agreement.
B. Representations. City has relied upon the qualifications of Subrecipient in entering into this
Agreement. By execution of this Agreement, Subrecipient represents it possesses the ability, skill,
and resources necessary to perform the work and is familiar with all current laws, rules, and
regulations which reasonably relate to the Scope of Services. No substitutions of agreed -upon
personnel shall be made without the prior written consent of City.
Subrecipient represents that the compensation as stated in paragraph 4 is adequate and sufficient
for the timely provision of all professional services required to complete the Scope of Services
under this Agreement.
Subrecipient shall be responsible for the technical accuracy of its services and documents resulting
therefrom, and City shall not be responsible for discovering deficiencies therein. Subrecipient shall
correct such deficiencies without additional compensation except to the extent such action is
directly attributable to deficiencies in City -furnished information.
C. Standard of Care. Subrecipient shall exercise the degree of skill and diligence normally
employed by professional Subrecipients engaged in the same profession, and performing the same
or similar services at the time such services are performed.
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D. Modifications. City may modify this Agreement and order changes in the work whenever
necessary or advisable. Subrecipient will accept modifications when ordered in writing by the City
Manager or designee, so long as the additional work is within the scope of Subrecipient's area of
practice. Compensation for such modifications or changes shall be as mutually agreed between the
Parties. Subrecipient shall make such revisions in the work as are necessary to correct errors or
omissions appearing therein when required to do so by City without additional compensation.
E.
1. Commerce Agreement. The Parties agree that Subrecipient is and shall be a
"subrecipient" for purposes of the Commerce Agreement. Subrecipient shall be subject to all
requirements in the Commerce Agreement applicable to subrecipients and the funding under this
Agreement, and agrees to comply with all such terms, including providing any documentation
required by such terms and compliance and assistance in any and all audit requests related to this
Agreement and the Commerce Agreement. All such terms are incorporated by reference herein.
Pursuant to the Commerce Agreement, Subrecipient shall comply with 2 C.F.R. part 200, Subpart
F, governing audit requirements for recipients of federal funding.
2. Federal Acknowledgement. Funds under this Agreement are made available and are
subject to Section 601(a) of the Social Security Act, as amended by section 5001 of the CARES
Act, and Title V and VI of the CARES Act. The Subrecipient agrees that any publications (written,
visual, or sound) but excluding press releases, newsletters, and issue analyses, issued by the
Subrecipient describing programs or projects funded in whole or in part with federal funds under
this Agreement shall contain the following statements: "This project was supported by a grant
awarded by the US Department of Treasury. Points of view in this document are those of the author
and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the US Department of Treasury.
Grant funds are administered by the Local Government Coronavirus Relief Fund through the
Washington State Department of Commerce."
3. Term of Contract. This Agreement shall be in full force and effect upon execution and shall remain in
effect until completion of all contractual requirements have been met as determined by City. Subrecipient
shall complete its services by October 31, 2020, unless the time for performance is extended in writing by
the Parties.
Either Party may terminate this Agreement for material breach after providing the other Party with at least
10 days' prior notice and an opportunity to cure the breach. City may, in addition, terminate this Agreement
for any reason by 10 days' written notice to Subrecipient, including but not limited to withdrawal of funding
by Commerce. In the event of termination without breach, City shall pay Subrecipient for all services and
distributions previously authorized and satisfactorily performed prior to the termination date.
4. Reimbursement Payments.
A. Agreement Amount. City agrees to pay Subrecipient up to 4.5% (up to $55,851.21) of the total
amount available for the City's Small Business and Nonprofit Financial Assistance Program (as of
July 30, 2020, $1,241,138) for all services and distributions provided under this Agreement, as set
forth in Exhibit A. Subrecipient shall not perform any extra, further, or additional services for
which it will request additional compensation from City without a prior written agreement for such
services and payment therefore. All such services and distributions are payable solely upon a
reimbursement basis.
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B. Allowable Expenses. The Subrecipient may only be reimbursed for expenditures identified in
the Scope of Services, attached as Exhibit A and incorporated by reference. The Subrecipient's
expenditures shall be documented by submittal to the City of invoices or other written
documentation evidencing completion of the services identified in Exhibit A. In the event
Subrecipient requests applications for determining distributions, it shall maintain and provide all
applications as well.
C. Unallowable Expenses. Subrecipient acknowledges that CARES Act funds cannot be used for
the following expenses: payroll, salary, employee or owner compensation, capitalized equipment,
travel, office equipment, and computer software, except as necessary for administration of this
Agreement and distribution of funds as part of the services identified herein and as necessary as a
direct result of COVID-19.
5. Payment and Recapture.
A. Payment. Subrecipient shall be paid upon presentation of an invoice weekly along with any
required certification (Exhibit A) to City, provided that all invoices shall be provided no later than
October 21, 2020 to allow payments to be processed by October 31, 2020. Applications for
payment shall be sent to the City Finance Department at the below -stated address.
City reserves the right to withhold payment under this Agreement for that portion of the work (if
any) which is determined in the reasonable judgment of the City Manager or designee to be
noncompliant with the Scope of Services, City standards, City Code, and federal or state standards.
The Parties agree that in the event an expenditure is submitted that is ineligible for payment per
Exhibit B, it shall not be reimbursed by Commerce or the City.
B. Recapture. In the event that Subrecipient fails to perform this Agreement in accordance with
state laws, federal laws, and/or the terms of this Agreement, or if any reimbursement is later found
to be in noncompliance with state laws, federal laws, and/or the terms of this Agreement due to
Subrecipient's failure to comply with the terms of this Agreement and/or such laws, the City
reserves the right to recapture funds in an amount to compensate the City for noncompliance in
addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity. Repayment by the Subrecipient of
funds under this recapture provision shall occur within 60 days of written notice by the City. In
the alternative the City may recapture such funds from payments due under this Agreement.
6. Notice. Notices other than applications for payment shall be given in writing as follows:
TO THE CITY:
Name: Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Phone: (509) 720-5000
Address: 10210 East Sprague Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
TO THE SUBRECIPIENT:
Name: Lance Beck
Phone: (509) 924-4994
Address: 1421 N. Meadowwood Ln., Suite 10
Liberty Lake, WA 99019
7. Applicable Laws and Standards. The Parties, in the performance of this Agreement, agree to comply
with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Subrecipient warrants that its services
shall conform to all federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
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8. Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters — Primary
Covered Transactions.
A. By executing this Agreement, the Subrecipient certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief
that it and its principals:
1. Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any federal department or
agency;
2. Have not within a three-year period preceding this proposal been convicted of
or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense
in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (federal, state,
or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of federal or state
antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or
destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property;
3. Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a
governmental entity (federal, state, or local) with commission of any of the offenses
enumerated in paragraph (A)(2) of this certification; and
4. Have not within a three-year period preceding this application/proposal had one
or more public transactions (federal, state, or local) terminated for cause or default.
B. Where the prospective primary participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this
certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this Agreement.
9. Relationship of the Parties. It is understood and agreed that Subrecipient shall be an independent
contractor and not the agent or employee of City, that City is interested in only the results to be achieved,
and that the right to control the particular manner, method, and means in which the services are performed
is solely within the discretion of Subrecipient. Any and all employees who provide services to City under
this Agreement shall be deemed employees solely of Subrecipient. The Subrecipient shall be solely
responsible for the conduct and actions of all its employees under this Agreement and any liability that may
attach thereto.
10. Ownership of Documents. All drawings, plans, specifications, and other related documents prepared
by Subrecipient under this Agreement are and shall be the property of City, and may be subject to disclosure
pursuant to chapter 42.56 RCW or other applicable public record laws. The written, graphic, mapped,
photographic, or visual documents prepared by Subrecipient under this Agreement shall, unless otherwise
provided, be deemed the property of City. City shall be permitted to retain these documents, including
reproducible camera-ready originals of reports, reproduction quality mylars of maps, and copies in the form
of computer files, for the City's use. City shall have unrestricted authority to publish, disclose, distribute,
and otherwise use, in whole or in part, any reports, data, drawings, images, or other material prepared under
this Agreement, provided that Subrecipient shall have no liability for the use of Subrecipient's work product
outside of the scope of its intended purpose.
11. Records. Subrecipient shall retain all applicable records for a period of six years following the date of
final payment. The City or State Auditor or any of their representatives shall have full access to and the
right to examine during normal business hours all of Subrecipient's records with respect to all matters
covered in this Agreement. Such representatives shall be permitted to audit, examine, make excerpts or
transcripts from such records, and to make audits of all contracts, invoices, materials, payrolls, and record
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of matters covered by this Agreement for a period of six years from the date final payment is made
hereunder.
12. Indemnification and Hold Harmless. Subrecipient shall, at its sole expense, defend, indemnify, and
hold harmless City and its officers, agents, and employees, from any and all claims, actions, suits, liability,
loss, costs, attorney's fees, costs of litigation, expenses, injuries, and damages of any nature whatsoever
relating to or arising out of the wrongful or negligent acts, errors, or omissions in the services provided by
Subrecipient, Subrecipient's agents, subcontractors, further subrecipients, and employees to the fullest
extent permitted by law, subject only to the limitations provided below.
However, should a court of competent jurisdiction determine that this Agreement is subject to RCW
4.24.115, then, in the event of liability for damages arising out of bodily injury to persons or damages to
property caused by or resulting from the concurrent negligence of the Subrecipient and the City, its officers,
officials, employees, and volunteers, the Subrecipient's liability, including the duty and cost to defend,
hereunder shall be only to the extent of the Subrecipient's negligence. It is further specifically and expressly
understood that the indemnification provided herein constitutes the Subrecipient's waiver of immunity
under Industrial Insurance, Title 51, RCW, solely for the purpose of this indemnification. This waiver has
been mutually negotiated by the parties. The provisions of this section shall survive the expiration or
termination of this Agreement.
Pursuant to the Commerce Agreement, Commerce and the State of Washington shall not be liable for any
claims or damages arising from Subrecipient's performance under this Agreement.
13. Waiver. No officer, employee, agent, or other individual acting on behalf of either Party has the power,
right, or authority to waive any of the conditions or provisions of this Agreement. A waiver in one instance
shall not be held to be a waiver of any other subsequent breach or nonperformance. All remedies afforded
in this Agreement or by law shall be taken and construed as cumulative and in addition to every other
remedy provided herein or by law. Failure of either Party to enforce at any time any of the provisions of
this Agreement or to require at any time performance by the other Party of any provision hereof shall in no
way be construed to be a waiver of such provisions nor shall it affect the validity of this Agreement or any
part thereof.
14. Assignment and Delegation. Neither Party may assign, transfer, or delegate any or all of the
responsibilities of this Agreement or the benefits received hereunder without prior written consent of the
other Party.
15. Subcontracts. Except as otherwise provided herein, Subrecipient shall not enter into subcontracts for
any of the work contemplated under this Agreement without obtaining prior written approval of City.
16. Confidentiality. Subrecipient may, from time -to -time, receive information which is deemed by City
to be confidential. Subrecipient shall not disclose such information without the prior express written
consent of City or upon order of a court of competent jurisdiction.
17. Jurisdiction and Venue. This Agreement is entered into in Spokane County, Washington. Disputes
between City and Subrecipient shall be resolved in the Superior Court of the State of Washington in
Spokane County. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Subrecipient agrees that it may, at City's request, be
joined as a party in any arbitration proceeding between City and any third party that includes a claim or
claims that arise out of, or that are related to Subrecipient's services under this Agreement. Subrecipient
further agrees that an arbitrator's decision therein shall be final and binding on Subrecipient and that
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judgment may be entered upon it in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
18. Cost and Attorney's Fees. The prevailing party in any litigation or arbitration arising out of this
Agreement shall be entitled to its attorney's fees and costs of such litigation (including expert witness fees).
19. Entire Agreement. This written Agreement constitutes the entire and complete agreement between
the Parties and supersedes any prior oral or written agreements. This Agreement may not be changed,
modified, or altered except in writing signed by the Parties hereto.
20. Anti -kickback. No officer or employee of City, having the power or duty to perform an official act or
action related to this Agreement shall have or acquire any interest in this Agreement, or have solicited,
accepted, or granted a present or future gift, favor, service, or other thing of value from any person with an
interest in this Agreement.
21. Assurance of Compliance with Applicable Federal Law. During the performance of this
Agreement, the Subrecipient, for itself, its assignees, and successors in interest agrees as follows:
A. Compliance with Regulations: The Subrecipient shall comply with the federal laws set forth
in this Section ("Acts and the Regulations") relative to non-discrimination in federally -assisted
programs, as they may be amended from time -to -time, which are herein incorporated by reference
and made a part of this Agreement.
B. Non-discrimination: The Subrecipient, with regard to the work performed by it during this
Agreement, shall not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in the selection
and retention of subcontractors, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment. The
Subrecipient shall not participate directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by the Acts
and the Regulations, including employment practices when the contract covers any activity, project,
or program set forth in Appendix B of 49 CFR Part 21.
C. Solicitations for Subcontracts, Including Procurements of Materials and Equipment: In all
solicitations, either by competitive bidding, or negotiation made by the Subrecipient for work to be
performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials, or leases of equipment, each
potential subcontractor or supplier shall be notified by the Subrecipient of the Subrecipient's
obligations under this Agreement and the Acts and the Regulations relative to non-discrimination
on the grounds of race, color, or national origin.
D. Information and Reports: The Subrecipient shall provide all information and reports required
by the Acts, the Regulations, and directives issued pursuant thereto, and shall permit access to its
books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be determined by
the City or Commerce to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such Acts, Regulations, and
instructions. Where any information required of Subrecipient is in the exclusive possession of
another who fails or refuses to furnish the information, the Subrecipient shall so certify to the City
or Commerce, as appropriate, and shall set forth what efforts it has made to obtain the information.
E. Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of a Subrecipient's noncompliance with the
non-discrimination provisions of this Agreement, the City will impose such contract sanctions as it
or Commerce may determine to be appropriate, including, but not limited to:
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1. withholding payments to the Subrecipient under the Agreement until the Subrecipient
complies; and/or
2. cancelling, terminating, or suspending the Agreement, in whole or in part.
F. Incorporation of Provisions: The Subrecipient shall include the provisions of paragraphs
(21)(A) through (F) in every subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of
equipment, unless exempt by the Acts, the Regulations and directives issued pursuant thereto. The
Subrecipient shall take action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as the City or
Commerce may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions, including sanctions for
noncompliance. Provided, that if the Subrecipient becomes involved in, or is threatened with
litigation by a subcontractor or supplier because of such direction, the Subrecipient may request
that the City enter into any litigation to protect the interests of the City. In addition, the Subrecipient
may request the United States to enter into the litigation to protect the interests of the United States.
G. Pertinent Non -Discrimination Authorities: During the performance of this Agreement, the
Subrecipient agrees to comply with all applicable non-discrimination statutes and authorities;
including but not limited to:
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin); and 49 CFR Part 21;
The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970,
(42 U.S.C. §4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property has
been acquired because of Federal or Federal -aid programs and projects);
Federal -Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. §324 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on
the basis of sex);
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. §794 et seq.), as amended,
(prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability); and 49 CFR Part 27;
The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. §6101 et seq.), (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of age);
Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, (49 USC §471, Section 47123), as
amended, (prohibits discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or sex);
The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (PL 100-209), (Broadened the scope, coverage
and applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act
of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of
the terms "programs or activities" to include all of the programs or activities of the Federal -
aid recipients, sub -recipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities are
Federally funded or not);
Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibit discrimination on
the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation
systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing entities (42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-
12189) as implemented by Department of Transportation regulations at 49 C.F.R. parts 37
and 38;
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The Federal Aviation Administration's Non-discrimination statute (49 U.S.C. §47123)
(prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, and sex);
Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority
Populations and Low -Income Populations, which ensures Non-discrimination against
minority populations by discouraging programs, policies, and activities with
disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects on minority
and low-income populations;
Executive Order 13166, Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English
Proficiency, and resulting agency guidance, national origin discrimination includes
discrimination because of Limited English proficiency (LEP). To ensure compliance with
Title VI, you must take reasonable steps to ensure that LEP persons have meaningful access
to your programs (70 Fed. Reg. at 74087 to 74100);
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits you from
discriminating because of sex in education programs or activities (20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.);
Omnibus Crime Control and Safe streets Act of 1968; and
The Department of Justice Non -Discrimination Regulations, 28 C.F.R. part 42, Subparts
C, D, E, and G, and 28 C.F.R. Part 35 and 39.
22. Business Registration. Prior to commencement of work under this Agreement, Subrecipient shall
register with the City as a business if it has not already done so.
23. Severabilitv. If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Agreement should be held to be invalid
for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of any other
section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Agreement.
24. Exhibits. Exhibits attached and incorporated into this Agreement are:
A. Scope of Services and Certification Form
B. Commerce Agreement, including all General Terms, Special Terms, and Attachments
The Parties have executed this Agreement this _ day of August, 2020.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY Subrecipient:
Mark Calhoun, City Manager By:
Its: Authorized Representative
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Office of the City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) shall administer the application process
for the City of Spokane Valley's Small Business and Nonprofit CARES Act Financial Assistance Program
for small businesses and nonprofit organizations located and operating within the City of Spokane Valley
that are directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic from March 1, 2020 through October 31, 2020.
The Chamber shall:
1. Establish a grant review committee with members from the Chamber and as necessary Greater
Spokane Incorporated, Innovia Foundation, and the City;
2. Provide application, eligibility, and selection processes with appropriate internal controls to
prevent misuse of funds. Selection shall occur on a lottery basis. The pool of eligible entities shall consist
of all eligible entities that apply during the City's application period, as well as from any eligible entities
that applied to the similar Spokane County financial assistance program, known as the OpenTogether Small
Business and Non -Profit Grant. For -profit businesses that were awarded funds under the OpenTogether
Small Business and Non -Profit Grant shall be ineligible to receive a City award;, that were not awarded
funds by Spokane County;
3. Review applications using the following eligibility criteria:
a. 18 or fewer FTEs as of March 1, 2020;
b. For -profit businesses must have a current Spokane Valley business license and be
located within the City of Spokane Valley. Non-profit businesses must provide at least
18.65% of their total services within the boundaries of the City of Spokane Valley
(Percentage is based on City's population as a percentage of the total Spokane County
population, based on April 1, 2020 Population Estimates from OFM). If applicable, non-
profit entities must have a Spokane Valley business license.
c. Minimum annual budget/revenues of $10,000;
d. Expenditures incurred to date and amount of lost revenue 2020 as a direct result of the
COVID-19 pandemic. The Parties shall determine an appropriate methodology on how to
identify lost revenue that meets all applicable CARES Act, Treasury, and Commerce
requirements. The expenditures and lost revenue will assist in determining the amount of
award:;
e. Meets Federal CARES Act requirements:
i. The expense is connected to the COVID-19 emergency.
ii. The expense is "necessary."
iii. The expense is not filling a shortfall in government revenues.
iv. The expense is not funded through another budget line item, allotment or
allocation, as of March 27, 2020.
v. The expense would not exist without COVID-19 or would be for a "substantially
different" purpose.
All entities shall be subject to compliance with applicable federal requirements,
including any applicable terms pursuant to the Commerce Agreement, "Coronavirus Relief
Funds for Local Governments Eligible Cost Test," "WA State Department of Commerce's
Coronavirus Relief Funds for Local Governments Program Guidelines," and "Coronavirus
Relief Fund Frequently Asked questions" (dated July 8, 2020, or the most current version
if a later update is provided).
f. For small businesses — Sole proprietors and independent contractors are okay, provided
that the business they are asking funds for is their primary source of income.
g. For nonprofits — Must be a "501(c)(3)" using a federally recognized fiscal sponsor and
provide proof of such status. "501(c)3 Churches or religious organizations are NOT
eligible, except for those with specific programs with direct service offered to general
public without regard to faith, affiliation, religious belief or practice, and that are provided
in a non-discriminatory way that benefits the larger community.
h. Grant awards up to $7,158.00 per entity. This amount may be limited based upon actual
COVID-19 related expenses or the receipt of other federal funding for the same purposes.
The grant award to non-profit entities may be reduced by any amount received under the
Spokane County OpenTogether Small Business and Non -Profit Grant program.
Additional criteria may be necessary as part of the application and certification process. Chamber
shall work with City to create an appropriate application. Prior to distribution, the application shall be
subject to written approval by the City.
4. Provide review of all entities selected in the lottery process. Review shall include confirming
the accuracy and adequacy of all application materials to ensure and confirm all eligibility requirements are
met.
5. Provide and retain all necessary recordkeeping required by the Washington State Department of
Commerce, State Auditor, and the City for the period of at least 6 years.
6. Chamber is authorized to subcontract with Innovia Foundation for all online application hosting,
processing, software, and database services. Chamber shall ensure that Innovia Foundation maintains
appropriate record keeping and internal controls to prevent misuse of funds.
7. Provide a website to host information regarding the application process, including applicable
"Q&As", and links to the online application. Such website may be linked through the Valley Chamber
website to Innovia application and processing systems.
8. Chamber is authorized to subcontract with Innovia Foundation to provide fund disbursements.
Innovia Foundation shall provide an "acceptance letter" providing terms of compliance for all entities
awarded funds at the time of disbursement. The "acceptance letter" shall be subject to written approval by
the City. Any distribution of funds shall contain the following statement: "This project was supported by
a grant awarded by the US Department of Treasury. Points of view in this document are those of the author
and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the US Department of Treasury. Grant
funds are administered by the Local Government Coronavirus Relief Fund through the Washington State
Department of Commerce. This Grant award has been made by the City of Spokane Valley from its portion
of the Local Government Coronavirus Relief Fund." Chamber shall ensure Innovia Foundation maintains
appropriate record keeping and internal controls to prevent misuse of funds.
9. Chamber shall be responsible for all payments to Innovia Foundation, with the exception of
grant awards. City shall provide necessary funds for grant awards directly to Innovia Foundation.
10. Chamber shall provide awards as soon as is reasonably feasible after providing an application
and review period. Awards shall be made no later than September 30, 2020.
Compensation: Chamber shall be compensated in an amount up to 4.5% (up to $55,851.21) of the total
amount available for the City's Small Business and Nonprofit Financial Assistance Program (as of July 30,
2020, $1,241,138). All compensation shall be on a reimbursement basis and Chamber shall provide
appropriate documentation regarding expenditures incurred that are necessary to administer the program
and services identified in this Agreement.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: August 25, 2020 Department Director Approval:
Item: Check all that apply: ❑ consent ❑ old business ❑ new business ❑ public hearing
❑ information ® admin. report ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: 2021 Budget — Draft Council Goals
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: n/a
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: During the 2021 Budget Workshop held on August 4,
2020, Council discussed a variety of topics including an update to Council goals.
BACKGROUND: Each year the City prepares an annual budget, and in the 2021 Budget
development cycle, Council will ultimately have an opportunity to discuss the 2021 Budget
development on eight separate occasions beginning with the August 4, 2020 Budget Workshop
and ending with the scheduled November 24, 2020 adoption of the 2021 Budget. As part of the
process, each department establishes goals for the upcoming year. At the August 4, 2020 Budget
workshop Council discussed the following goals:
1. Work with state and federal legislators towards advancing the concepts outlined in the
Bridging the Valley study including obtaining financial assistance for the Pines, Sullivan,
and Park Grade Separation Projects.
2. Continue to pursue a plan to sustain the City's Pavement Preservation Program, to
include sustained financing in Street Fund #101 and Pavement Preservation Fund #311.
3. Pursue state and federal financial assistance to address transportation concerns along
the entire Barker Corridor.
4. Continue with and expand where possible, economic development efforts including the
retention and expansion of existing businesses and recruitment of new businesses.
5. Continue to foster relationships with federal, state, county and local legislators.
6. Pursue financing for Balfour Park and Appleway Trail amenities, and continue the
acquisition of park land.
7. Pursue financing for connections between the Appleway Trail, Balfour Park, Dishman
Hills and the Centennial Trail creating where possible, a continuous loop for users.
8. Maximize the law enforcement contract to address staffing levels by enhancing recruiting
efforts, minimizing out -of -service days, increasing retention, and taking steps to make
the officer positions and the Spokane Valley Police Department increasingly appealing
as a career path for those seeking to pursue a law enforcement career in Spokane
Valley.
9. Pursue opportunities to increase community interactions, share information, and obtain
feedback on current and future projects and priorities.
10. Prioritize involvement in public safety, in particular discussions regarding the jail and the
criminal justice system, in order to maintain an understanding of options to keep our
costs under control.
OPTIONS: Council discretion.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Staff is seeking consensus from Council on whether
the goals noted above are reflective of what Council collectively wishes to pursue in 2021 as well
as include in the 2021 Budget document.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: This is one of the multitude of decisions that are part of the
budget development process that will conclude with Council's scheduled November 24, 2020
adoption of the 2021 Budget.
STAFF CONTACT: Mark Calhoun
ATTACHMENTS: None
To:
From:
Re:
DRAFT
ADVANCE AGENDA
as of August 19, 2020; 1:30 p.m.
Please note this is a work in progress; items are tentative
Council & Staff
City Clerk, by direction of City Manager
Draft Schedule for Upcoming Council Meetings
Sept 1, 2020, Studv Session, 6:00 p.m.
1. Potential State Legislative Agenda Items — John Hohman, Chelsie Taylor
2. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
3. Info Only: Finance Department Monthly Report
[*estimated
[due Tue Aug 251
(20 minutes)
(5 minutes)
meeting: mins]
Sept 8, 2020, Formal Meetin2 Format, 6:00 p.m. [due Tue Sept 11
Proclamation: Constitution Week
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Second Reading Ordinance 20-007 Code Text Amendment, Annexation — M.Basinger, E.Lamb (10 min)
3. Second Reading Ordinance 20-008 Comprehensive Plan Amendments — Mike Basinger (15 minutes)
4. Second Reading Ordinance 20-009 Comprehensive Plan Zoning Map Amendment — Mike Basinger (5 min)
5. Second Reading Ordinance 20-010 Code Text Amendment, Essential Public Facilities — L.Barlow (10 min)
6. First Reading Ordinance 20-011 Amend SVMC 9.20 Motorized Personal Trans. Devise — E.Lamb (15 min)
7. Admin Report: Estimated Revenues & Expenditures, 2021 Budget — Chelsie Taylor (15 minutes)
8. Admin Report: Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick (5 minutes)
[*estimated meeting: 80 mins]
Sept 15, 2020, Studv Session, 6:00 p.m.
1. Outside Agency Presentation (max 5 minutes each) — Chelsie Taylor
2. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Sept 22, 2020, Formal Meetin2 Format, 6:00 p.m.
1. Public Hearing #1 — 2021 Budget Revenues and Property Taxes — Chelsie Taylor
[due Tue Sept 81
(- 130 mins)
(5 minutes)
[due Tue Sept 151
(15 minutes)
2. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes, Set 2021 budget hearing #2 for Oct 27) (5 minutes)
3. Second Reading Ordinance 20-011 Amend SVMC 9.20 Motorized Personal Trans. Devise —Lamb (15 min)
4. Admin Report: State Legislative Agenda — Cary Driskell, Mark Calhoun (15 minutes)
5. Admin Report: Washington State Dept. of Trans Land Acquisition, Flora Road — C. Driskell (10 minutes)
6. Admin Report: Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick (5 minutes)
7. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports [*estimated meeting: 65 mins]
Sept 29, 2020, Studv Session, 6:00 p.m.
1. Proposed Ordinance Adopting 2021 Property Taxes — Chelsie Taylor
2. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Oct 6, 2020, Studv Session, 6:00 p.m.
1. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Oct 13, 2020, Formal Meetin2 Format, 6:00 p.m.
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes)
2. Admin Report: City Manager Presents 2021 Preliminary Budget — Mark Calhoun
3. Admin Report: Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Oct 20, 2020, Study Session, 6:00 p.m.
ACTION ITEMS:
1. Motion Consideration: Awards to Outside Agencies — Chelsie Taylor
NON -ACTION ITEMS:
2. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
[due Tue Sept 221
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
[due Tue Sept 291
(5 minutes)
[due Tue Oct 61
(5 minutes)
(60 minutes)
(5 minutes)
[due Tue Oct 131
(20 minutes)
(5 minutes)
Draft Advance Agenda 8/20/2020 2:31:21 PM Page 1 of 2
Oct 27, 2020, Formal Meeting Format, 6:00 p.m.
1. Public Hearing #2 — 2021 Budget — Chelsie Taylor
2. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes)
3. First Reading Property Tax Ordinance — Chelsie Taylor
4. Admin Report: 2020 Budget Amendment — Chelsie Taylor
5. Admin Report: Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
6. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports
Nov 3, 2020, Study Session, 6:00 p.m.
1. Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Nov 10, 2020, Formal Meeting Format, 6:00 p.m.
1. Public Hearing: 2020 Budget Amendment — Chelsie Taylor
2. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes)
3. Second Reading Property Tax Ordinance — Chelsie Taylor
4. First Reading Ordinance 2020 Budget Amendment — Chelsie Taylor
5. First Reading Ordinance Adopting 2021 Budget — Chelsie Taylor
6. Admin Report: Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
Nov 24, 2020, Formal Meeting Format, 6:00 p.m.
1. Public Hearing #3 — 2021 Budget — Chelsie Taylor
2. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes)
3. Second Reading Ordinance 2020 Budget Amendment — Chelsie Taylor
4. Second Reading Ordinance Adopting 2021 Budget — Chelsie Taylor
5. Admin Report: LTAC Recommendations to Council — Chelsie Taylor
6. Admin Report: 2021 Fee Resolution — Chelsie Taylor
7. Admin Report: Advance Agenda — Mayor Wick
8. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports
[due Tue Oct 201
(15 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
[*estimated meeting: 45 mins]
[due Tue Oct 271
(5 minutes)
[due Tue Nov 31
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
[due Tue Nov 101
(10 minutes)
(5 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(10 minutes)
(15 minutes)
(15 minutes)
(5 minutes)
[*estimated meeting: 70 mins]
Dec 1, 2020, Study Session, 6:00 p.m. - Cancelled due to Thanksgiving Holiday
*time for public or Council comments not included
OTHER PENDING AND/OR UPCOMING ISSUES/MEETINGS:
Appleway Trail Amenities
Arts Council Sculpture Presentations
Artwork & Metal Boxes
Core Beliefs Resolution
Donation Recognition
Fee Resolution Cost of Service Analysis
Flashing Beacons/School Signage
Health District Stats
Mirabeau Park Forestry Mgmt.
Naming City Facilities Protocol
Park Lighting
PFD Presentation
SPEC Report/Update
St. Illumination (owners, cost, location)
St. O&M Pavement Preservation
Tourism Venues (12/8/2020)
TPA Interlocal Agreement
Trunk or Treat
Water Districts & Green Space
Way Finding Signs
Draft Advance Agenda 8/20/2020 2:31:21 PM Page 2 of 2
City of Spokane Valley
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31/2020
Page Title
1 Cover Sheet
2 Pre -Application Meetings Requested
3 Online Applications Received
4 Construction Applications Received
5 Land Use Applications Received
6 Construction Permits Issued
7 Land Use Applications Approved
8 Development Inspections Performed
9 Code Enforcement
10 Revenue
11 Building Permit Valuations
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31/2020
Pre -Application Meetings Requested
A Pre -Application Meeting is a service provided to help our customers identify the code requirements
related to their project proposal.
Community & Public Works Department scheduled a total of 3 Pre -Application Meetings in July 2020.
30
20-
10
0
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Land Use Pre -Application =I Commercial Pre-App
Meeting
Commercial Pre-App
Land Use Pre -Application Meeting
Monthly Totals
Annual Total To -Date:
89
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
1
6
10
11
5
2
6
9 13 6 9 3 6
2 0 0 0 0 0
1 0 0 0 0 0
'9111' e
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31 /2020
Online Applications Received
Community & Public Works Department received a total of 429 Online Applications in July 2020.
1
600
400
200
0
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Trade Permit t ,f1 Right of Way Permit
Sign Permit Reroof Permit
Pre -Application Meeting Request Demolition Permit
Other Online Applications Approach Permit
Approach Permit
Demolition Permit
Other Online Applications
Pre -Application Meeting Request
Reroof Permit
Right of Way Permit
Sign Permit
Trade Permit
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
0 0 2 7 9 9 12 0
0 4 1 5 12 4 6 0 0
0 1 32 61 83 116 95 0 0
0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
5 25 29 30 59 76 55 0 0 0 0 0
37 51 41 51 68 51 46 0 0 0 0 0
6 7 9 4 6 10 5 0 0 0 0 0
139 109 151 108 139 208 210 0 0 0 0 0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Monthly Totals
187 197 265 268 376 474 429 0 0 0 0 0
Annual Total To -Date:
2,196
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31 /2020
Construction Applications Received
Community & Public Works Department received a total of 487 Construction Applications in July 2020.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Commercial - New ° Commercial - TI
Commercial - New
Commercial - TI
Residential - New
Commercial - Trade
Residential - Trade
Residential - Accessory
Demolition
Sign
Other Construction Permits
Residential - New NM Other Construction Permits
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
24 70 22 4 1 2 7
0
0
0
0
0
0 1 1 0 *2 *15 *12 0 0 0 0 0
55 48 33 2 3 1 0 0 0
12 16 12 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 0
119 71 75 0 5 4 3 0 0 0
8 5 8 0 0 3 4 0 0 0
3 *7 *5 *5 *12 *4 *6 0 0 0 0 0
*10 *8 *10 *6 *6 *11 *5 0 0 0 0 0
*232 *257 *322 *296 *393 *492 *448 0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Monthly Totals
463 483 488 314 422 533 487
0
0
0
0
0
Annual Total To -Date:
3,190
*Includes Online Applications.
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31 /2020
Land Use Applications Received
Community & Public Works Department received a total of 121 Land Use Applications in July 2020.
50
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
.- %.1 Boundary Line Adjustment
Short Plat Preliminary
L i Long Plat Preliminary
Binding Site Plan Preliminary
Final Platting
Zoning Map/Comp Plan Amendment
State Environmental Policy
Act (SEPA)
Administrative Exception/Interpretation
Other Land Use Permits
Boundary Line Adjustment
Short Plat Preliminary
Long Plat Preliminary
Binding Site Plan Preliminary
Final Platting
Zoning Map/Comp Plan Amendment
State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
Administrative
Exception/Interpretation
Other Land Use Permits
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
3
5
5
3
*6
4
5
0
0
0
0
0
4 4 2 4 3 4 4 0 0 0 0 0
o o 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
1 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
5 3 3 0 1 2 6 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
3 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
1 0 1 0 2 4 0 0 0 0 0 0
68 146 93 *73 *61 *69 104 0 0 0 0 0
Monthly Totals
85 159 1051
0 0 0 0 0
Annual Total To -Date:
713
*Includes Online Applications.
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31 /2020
Construction Permits Issued
Community & Public Works Department issued a total of 456 Construction Permits in July 2020.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Commercial - New
Commercial - TI Residential - New =I Other Construction Permits
Commercial - New
Commercial - TI
Residential - New
Commercial - Trade
Residential - Trade
Residential - Accessory
Demolition
Sign
Other Construction Permits
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
23 49 25 23 11
24
5
0
0
0
0
0
1 0 1 0 0 6 10 0 0 0 0 0
43 48 47 6 8 3 1 0 0 0 0 0
13 16 6 1 3 2 5 0 0 0 0 0
84 91 91 4 13 7 3 0 0 0 0 0
7 5 6 2 3 2 3 0 0 0 0 0
1 5 5 3 7 6 6 0 0 0 0 0
6 10 11 6 5 13 5 0 0 0 0 0
212 209 279 249 319 476 418 0 0 0 0 0
Monthly Totals
390 433 471 294 369 539 456 0 0 0 0 0
Annual Total To -Date:
2,952
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Land Use Applications Approved
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31 /2020
Community & Public Works Department approved a total of 0 Land Use Applications in July 2020.
60
40
20
0
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Boundary Line Adjustment
Short Plat Preliminary
Long Plat Preliminary
Binding Site Plan Preliminary
Final Platting
Zoning Map/Comp Plan Amendment
State Environmental Policy
Act (SEPA)
Administrative Exception/Interpretation
Other Land Use Permits
Boundary Line Adjustment
Short Plat Preliminary
Long Plat Preliminary
Binding Site Plan Preliminary
Final Platting
Zoning Map/Comp Plan Amendment
State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
Administrative
Exception/Interpretation
Other Land Use Permits
Monthly Totals
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
23 39 41 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
23 39
gl 0
Annual Total To -Date:
104
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31 /2020
Development Inspections Performed
Community & Public Works Department performed a total of 1,360 Development Inspections in July 2020.
Development Inspections include building, planning, engineering and ROW inspections.
2,000
1,500
1,000
500
0
2020
2019
2018
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
2018 2019 — 2020
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Totals
998 1,180 1,232 735 1,399 1,499 1,360 0 0 0 0 0
1,113 772 1,050 1,402 1,417 1,363 1,300 1,485 1,285 1,525 1,137 1,030
1,026 990 1,441 1,384 1,619 1,754 1,413 1,483 1,338 1,452 1,165 962
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31 /2020
Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement Officers responded to 70 citizen requests in the month of July. They are listed by type
below. Please remember that all complaints, even those that have no violation, must be investigated.
100
50
0
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
CE-Stop Work Order Environmental General Nuisance ® Property
Complaint, Non -Violation
CE-Stop Work Order
Complaint, Non -Violation
Environmental
General
Nuisance
Property
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
o o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
4 2 7 5 7 3 2 0 0 0 0 0
32 40 26 49 32 39 29 0 0 0 0 0
10 18 21 18 17 19 39 0 0 0 0 0
Monthly Totals
46 60 55 72 56 61 70 0 0 0 0 0
Annual Total To -Date:
420
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31/2020
Revenue
Community & Public Works Department Revenue totaled $226,943 in July 2020.
500,000
400,000
300,000
200,000
100,000
Jan
0
Feb
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Mar
Apr
-} 2020 2019 Five -Year Trend
May Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
$230,256 $402,862 $371,956 $237,120 $402,525 $309,668 $226,943 $0 $0
$159,604 $156,291 $228,212 $198,243 $251,439 $198,641 $204,983 $242,691 $194,002 $216,861 $192,571 $179,943 $2,423,484
$162,441 $228,717 $265,529 $195,244 $241,906 $233,496 $355,943 $304,988 $228,157 $294,794 $299,906 $349,821 $3,160,942
$177,431 $117,425 $220,845 $206,090 $234,009 $158,168 $260,179 $362,478 $253,342 $270,649 $204,016 $169,751 $2,634,383
$174,349 $146,874 $133,382 $221,935 $309,558 $265,383 $134,394 $135,242 $149,194 $197,639 $232,319 $159,618 $2,259,887
$212,038 $183,405 $375,848 $187,053 $356,403 $229,293 $124,020 $264,735 $243,514 $163,819 $139,562 $124,778
$71,763 $105,035 $145,457 $180,895 $115,321 $106,864 $150,381 $146,012 $95,805 $157,403 $87,053 $95,749
Oct
i
Nov
Dec
Totals
$0 $0 $0 %2,181,330
$2,604,468
1,457,738
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Building Permit Valuation
r
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
01 /01 /2020 - 07/31/2020
Community & Public Works Department Building Permit Valuation totaled $17,840,435 in July 2020.
60,000,000
40,000,000
20,000,000
Jan
$22.13M
$10.62M
$5.66M
$12.84M
$23.82M
$7.83M
$2.93M
0
$20.94M
$17.16M
$22.21M
$6.35M
$18.37M
$28.14M
$10.71M
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Noy Dec
$36.48M
$23.50M
$19.46M
$27.60M
$6.98M
$55.63M
$7.82M
Apr
$27.62M
$15.92M
$12.46M
$7.87M
$30.99M
$10.10M
$18.16M
2020 2019 Five -Year Trend
May
$51.38M
$22.33M
$23.15M
$9.55M
$35.66M
$36.56M
$6.73M
Jun
$30.66M
$20.71M
$15.02M
$26.26M
$35.63M
$19.11M
$7.53M
Jul Aug
$17.84M
$19.56M
$46.65M
$29.25M
$9.78M
$7.07M
$5.05M
$0.00M
$20.58M
$18.80M
$25.44M
$9.05M
$41.53M
$8.06M
Sep
$0.00M
$16.55M
$14.36M
$20.69M
$8.88M
$33.68M
$5.15M
Oct
$0.00M
$14.51M
$17.16M
$21.88M
$10.05M
$9.06M
$14.42M
Nov Dec
$0.00M
$28.27M
$35.18M
$25.46M
$67.10M
$7.76M
$5.86M
$0.00M
$13.64M
$34.15M
$6.70M
$16.78M
$5.52M
$5.06M
Totals
$207.05M
223.34M
264.26M
219.89M
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Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
07/01/20 — 07/31/20
MAINTENANCE
Agreements for Services Adopted and In Operation
* Budget estimates ** Does not include June
Contract Name
Contractor
Contract
Amoun
Total % of Contract
Expended Expended
Street Maintenance
Street Sweeping
Storm Drain Cleaning
Landscaping
Weed Spraying
Emergency Traffic Control
Litter and Weed Control
State Highway Maintenance
Traffic Signals, Signs, Striping
Dead Animal Control
1
1
1
1
1
1
Poe Asphalt
AAA Sweeping
AAA Sweepin
Senske 911.
Clearwater •
Senske
Geiger Work Crew
WSDOT
Spokane CouRRIMI
Mike Pederson
$1,500,000.00
$560,000.00
$202,587.50
$62,985.00
$39,000.00
$15,000.00
$70,000.00
$265,000.00
$737,000.00
$20,000.00
$795,766.29
$260,972.21
$111,963.88
$18,492.64
$19,500.00
$5,243.73
$19,760.90
$156,237.64
$277,177.40
$5,925.00
53.05%
46.60%
55.27%
29.36%
50.00%
34.96%
28.23%
58.96%
37.61%
29.63%
IMEMMEEEE
Snow Season - October 2019 - April 2020
On Call - Graders
On Call - Plow Drivers
On Call - Sidewalk Operator
Multiple
Multiple 1I
Valley Landsca •
$500,000.00
$265,000.00
$40,000.00
$76,062.32
$105,336.80
$5,593.38
15.21%
39.75%
13.98%
Citizen Requests for Pubnc works °- July 20
Request
Submitted In Progress Resolved
/ Waiting
Broken Sprinkler
Construction - CPW --
Construction - Deve o me
Construction - Private
Dead Animal Removal
General Street Maint
Graffiti on City Property
Gravel Shouldering
Hazard on Street
Illegal Dumping - Objects
Report a Pothole
Sidewalks - repair
Vegetation / Weeds
SOLID WASTE
STORMWATER
Traffic
6
1
3
1
4
12
1
1
6
8
7
2
33
2
6
24
20
0
0
0
0
0
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
0
2
2
2
6
1
3
1
4
9
1
1
6
8
7
2
31
2
4
22
18
Totals
137
11
126
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STREET MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY
The following is a summary of Contractor maintenance activities in the City of Spokane Valley for July
2020:
• Geiger Work Crew — Cutting dryland grass, tree trimming and garbage and dump site removal.
• Pothole patching, tree trimming, graffiti removal.
• Poe Maintenance Contract — Cracksealing, Asphalt patching on Farr Road, Desmet, Mission, Sprague,
Broadway, Sharp, Appleway and 34t". Manhole adjustments and repair, stormwater inlet and drywell
repairs and installation of ITS conduit on Fancher at UP Tracks.
• AAA sweeping Contract — Arterial sweeping and residential sweeping. Residential sweeping was
completed on June 23rd
• AAA Sweeping Vactor Contract — Cleaning drywells, sidewalk inlets and north/south arterial
catchbasins.
WASTEWATER
Status of the process can be monitored at: http://www.spokaneriver.net/,
http://www.ecy.wa.gov/geographic/spokane/spokane river basin.htm,
http://www.spokanecounty.org/utilities/WaterReclamation/content.aspx?c=2224 and
http://www.spokaneriverpartners.com/
STORMWATER UTILITY
The following is a summary of City Stormwater Utility activities for July 2020:
• Drywell Retrofit with Pavement Preservation (Dept of Ecology grant) — Continued development of
design report to capture proposed retrofits on Argonne/Montgomery I/S and Broadway_Havana
to Fancher projects.
• Spokane Valley Regional Decant Facility: Received and completed review of revised WSDOT/COSV
interlocal agreement.
• Continued. In concert with the release of the revised Stormwater Management Manual for
Eastern Washington (Dept. of Ecology), COSV Stormwater Utility began coordinated effort with
City of Spokane, and Spokane County to evaluate the Spokane Regional Stormwater Manual for
equivalency.
• Developed response to Department of Ecology review and comment of 2019 Annual Report and
2020 Stormwater Management Plan
• Appleway Stormwater Improvement project (DOE grant project): Initialize project, coordinate
project scope with CIP management, and completed survey of project site.
• Continue process to identify the merits for jurisdictional coverage under the UIC program. Begin
subbasin delineation, continued development of 2021 UIC stormwater Management Plan, update
sink maps.
• Continued updating the Stormwater Utility 0 & M plan.
• Participation and support Glenrose, Central Park Flood Insurance Study.
• Continued annual management and/or participation of the following service contracts:
o Roadway Landscape Maintenance Contract — Contract Awarded — Work underway -
Senske.
o Street Sweeping Contract — Work underway — AAA Sweeping.
o Storm Drain Cleaning Contract — Work underway - AAA Sweeping.
o Roadway Weed Control Contract — Work underway - Clearwater Summit
• Continued working on the following tasks:
o Responded to stormwater related issues, 9 sites.
o Stormwater action requests 2020.
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Current status to date is shown below:
Stormwater Action Requests (Incl. Public and In -Staff Requests)
July - 20
Total Requests Logged Since 2009:
664
2020 Completed Project sites:
Completed Projects 2009-2019:
Locations not warranting work:
12
294
288
Total Project Backlog: 82
DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING
The following is a summary of Development Engineering activities for July 2020:
• Assisted Building and Planning Division with preparation of design requirements for (11) Commercial and
(1) Land Use Pre -Application meetings.
• Prepared multiple Recommended Conditions of Approvals for preliminary plats and Dedication Languages
for final plats. Reviewed multiple final plats and submittal packages to record final plats.
• Reviewed civil plans and drainage reports for Engineered Grading Permits associated with commercial and
land use projects. Coordinated with private Engineers and Developers.
• Reviewed civil plans for the following projects:
o Spokane Conservation District Office (EGR-2020-0024)
o Audi Shop Expansion (EGR-2020-0031)
o Broadway Mini Storage (EGR-2020-0037)
o Mirabeau Point BSP Improvements (EGR-2020-0038)
o Affinity at Mirabeau Point (EGR-2020-0041)
o Union Road Short Plat — 4 lots (EGR-2020-0043)
o Gadberry Place Short Plat — 9 lots (EGR-2020-0045)
o Summerfield East 10th Add — 37 lots (EGR-2020-0046)
o Appleway & Michigan Apartments (EGR-2020-0047)
O 16th Lane Floodplain Fill (EGR-2020-0048)
o Grace Christian Church (EGR-2020-0050)
o Union Vista Townhomes (EGR-2020-0051)
o The Hideaway Short Plat — 9 lots (EGR-2020-0052)
o Progress Road Short Plat — 5 lots (EGR-2020-0056)
o Vistas at Belleaire Offsite Sewer Grading Plans (EGR-2020-0059)
o Quarry Apartments South (EGR-2020-0060)
O 7th Ave Driveway Expansions (EGR-2020-0063)
• Spoke with and emailed citizens and developers to answer inquiries and discuss design requirements for
potential commercial and land use projects.
• Conducted preconstruction meetings, performed site visits, prepared punch lists, reviewed surety
estimates, and reviewed and approved construction certification packages to finalize final plats and to
issue commercial building certificates of occupancy.
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CAPITAL PROJECTS
Spa►�can',N'e
..Va1Iey
Public Works Projects
Monthly Summary - Design & Construction
July-2020
Bid
Estimated
Total
Proposed
% Complete
Project #
Design & Construction Projects
Funding
Open
Construction
Project
Ad Date
Date
PE I CN
Completion
Cost
Street Projects
0143 Barker Rd/BNSFGrade Separation FHWA - STP(U) TBD TBD 100 0 12/31/22 $ 6,484,000
0249 Sullivan &Wellesley Intersection Improv FHWA-STP(U) TBD TBD 90 0 12/31/20 $ 1,370,000
0273 Barker/I-90Interchange WSDOT N/A N/A 100 0 12/31/20 $ 900,000
0275 Barker Rd Widening - River to Euclid FHWA-STP(U) 06/12/20 07/10/20 100 0 12/31/25 $ 3,190,800
0291 Adams Sidewalk Infill Project TIB - SP 02/28/20 03/20/20 100 5 12/31/20 $ 507,051
0295 Garland Avenue Extension COSV 04/05/19 04/19/19 100 98 12/31/20 $ 2,900,000
0299 Argonne Rd Concrete Pvmt Indiana to Mont TIB - UAP TBD TBD 30 0 10/31/21 $ 2,825,000
0302 Ella Sidewalk: Broadway toAlki CDBG 02/28/20 03/20/20 100 100 11/01/20 $ 431,487
0303 S. Conklin Road Sidewalk CDBG 02/28/20 03/20/20 100 100 11/01/20 $ 179,520
0309 Local Access Streets: Barker Homes COSV 04/24/20 05/20/20 100 10 12/31/20 $ 1,812,088
0310 Sullivan Rd Overcrossing UP RR Deck Rep. FHWA - BR TBD TBD 100 0 12/31/21 $ 337,625
0313 Barker Road/Union Pacific Crossing FMSIB TBD TBD 90 0 12/31/22 $ 1,434,000
0318 Wilbur Sidewalk: Boone to Mission STBG-SA TBD TBD 0 0 12/31/21 $ 60,000
Street Preservation Projects
0267 Mission SW- Bowdish to Union TIB - SP 03/01/19 03/22/19 100 99 12/31/19 $ 2,196,922
0285 Indiana AvePres- EvergreentoSullivan COSV 03/06/20 03/06/20 100 85 12/31/20 $ 2,343,166
Traffic Projects
0259 North Sullivan ITS Project FHWA - CMAQ 02/14/20 03/06/20 100 50 12/31/20 $ 1,104,209
0293 2018 CSS Citywide Reflective Signal BP HSIP N/A N/A 100 15 12/31/21 $ 180,000
0294 Citywide Reflective Post Panels HSIP N/A N/A 100 5 12/31/21 $ 78,000
0300 Pines & Mission Intersection Improvement FHWA - CMAQ TBD TBD 60 0 11/01/21 $ 588,000
Parks Projects
0268 ApplewayTrail-Evergreen to Sullivan FHWA-STP(U) 06/28/19 07/19/19 100 98 12/31/20 $ 2,516,550
0304 CenterPlace West Lawn Phase 2 COSV 11/22/19 12/20/19 100 85 12/31/20 $ 2,000,000
0305 CenterPlace Roof Repair COSV 05/01/20 05/15/20 100 20 10/01/20 $ 815,000
0314 Balfour Park Frontage Improvements COSV TBD TBD 100 0 12/31/21 $ 66,500
0315 Brown's Park 2020 Improvements COSV TBD TBD 0 0 06/30/21 $ 562,780
0316 Balfour Park Improvements - Phase 1 COSV TBD TBD 0 0 10/15/22 $ 217,500
Design
Total
%Complete
Project #
Design Only Projects
Funding
Complete
Project
Date
PE
Cost
Street Projects
0205 Sprague/Barker Intersection Improvement FHWA - CMAQ 12/31/20
0223 Pines Rd Underpass @ BNSF & Trent FHWA -STP(U) 12/31/21
0301 Park & Mission Intersection Improvements COSV 03/31/21
0311 Sullivan Rd./SR 290Interchange Project COSV 12/31/23
0320 Sullivan Preservation: Sprague-8th COSV 12/31/20
45
27
0
0
0
$ 517,337
$ 7,295,000
$ 153,500
$ 500,000
$ 138,000
Street Preservation Projects
0286 Broadway Preservation: Havana to Fancher COSV 03/31/21 70 $ 100,000
0292 Mul Ian Preservation: Broadway -Mission COSV 08/31/21 25 $ 75,000
Stormwater Projects
0308 Regional Decant Facility Canopy Dept of Ecology TBD
0317 Appleway Stormwater Improvements Dept of Ecology 03/31/21
0
20
$ 595,535
$ 90,244
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PLANNING AND GRANTS
WSDOT's City Safety Program
WSDOT administers the federal Highway Safety Improvement Program and funds projects under the City Safety
Program (CSP). Applications were submitted on March 3, 2020 and due March 6, 2020. Awards are anticipated by
October 2020.
Washington State Department of Commerce Electrification Transportation Systems Grant Program
Spokane Regional Transportation Council and Avista Corp. have partnered to submit a regional application for the
installation of electric vehicle charging stations for public use. The City would participate by applying to install charging
stations at City Hall and CenterPlace. Applications were submitted by SRTC on June 1, 2020 and awards are anticipated
in December 2020.
USDOT's BUILD Program
USDOT administers the Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD) discretionary grant program. On
February 18, 2020, USDOT announced its current call for projects, making available $1 billion for capital projects. The
City's application for the Pines/BNSF GSP was submitted on May 13, 2020. Awards expected by September 15, 2020.
WSDOT's Safe Routes To School (SRTS) and Pedestrian and Bicyclist Program (PBP)
WSDOT administers two parallel funding programs to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. Submitted
applications included the Sprague Ave. crossing at City Hall and Bowdish Rd. sidewalks from 12th to 16th Ave., and
Bowdish Rd. bike lane and sidewalk from 16th to 22nd Ave. Awards are anticipated by December 2020.
Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB)
TIB announced its 2020 Call for Projects, making available $60 million statewide, and $6.4 million to our northeast
region, for the Urban Arterial Program (UAP). Submitted applications included Argonne Corridor Concrete
Reconstruction (Indiana to Montgomery) and Sullivan Preservation and Sidewalk (Sprague to 8th Ave.). Applications
were submitted on August 7 and awards are expected Nov. 20, 2020.
Pavement Management Update
Public Outreach & Education
Staff has tabled the topic of an ad -hoc committee due to funding challenges introduced by the annual budgeting
process and the impacts of COVID-19. Staff will coordinate with City Council to determine an appropriate time to restart
this process.
StreetScan — Pavement Condition Evaluation
It was identified that the September 2019 pavement condition survey omitted a portion of the City's arterial network.
In July, 2020, the StreetScan car will be returning to Spokane Valley to collect data on the omitted street segments.
Upon completion, StreetScan's findings report will be completed and the data collection will be closed -out.
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