2023, 07-25 Formal Agenda
AGENDA
SPOKANE VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
FORMAL FORMAT
Tuesday, July 25, 2023 6:00 p.m.
Remotely via ZOOM Meeting and
In Person at CenterPlace Regional Event Center
2426 N Discovery Place
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
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CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION: Pastor Manuel Denning, Fountain Ministries
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS AND PRESENTATIONS
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
MAYOR’S REPORT
PROCLAMATIONS: National Night Out
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY: This is an opportunity for the public to speak on
any subject except agenda action items, as public comments will be taken on those items where indicated.
Please keep comments to matters within the jurisdiction of the City Government. This is not an opportunity
for questions or discussion. Diverse points of view are welcome but please keep remarks civil. Remarks
will be limited to three minutes per person. To comment via zoom: use the link above for oral or written
comments as per those directions. To comment at the meeting in person: speakers may sign in to speak
but it is not required. A sign-in sheet will be provided at the meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
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 25, 2023, Request for Council Action Form:1,668,337.58
b. Approval of Payroll for Pay Period Ending July 15, 2023: $528,248.28
Council Agenda July 25, 2023 Page 1 of 2
2. Resolution 23- 009 Recording Fees – Erik Lamb and Gloria Mantz
\[public comment opportunity\]
3. Motion Consideration: Urban Consortium – Erik Lamb and Gloria Mantz
\[public comment opportunity\]
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
4. Admin Report: Spokane County Emergency Management – Virginia Clough, Chandra Fox
5. Admin Report: Comprehensive Plan Amendment, CPA-23-01 – Levi Basinger
6. Admin Report: Council 2024 Budget Goals – John Hohman
7. Admin Report: ADU Regulation Update, CTA- 2023-0002 – Lori Barlow
8. Update on “Blake Fix” – Tony Beattie
9. Admin Report: RAVE Foundation Soccer Mini Pitch – John Bottelli
10. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley
INFORMATION ONLY (will not be reported or discussed):
11. Fire Department Monthly Report
12. Department Monthly Reports
COUNCIL COMMENTS
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Council Agenda July 25, 2023 Page 2 of 2
Proclamation
NationalNightOutAgainstCrime
CityofSpokaneValleyWashington
WHEREAS:National Night Out was founded in 1981 by Matt Peskin, Executive Director of
the National Associationof Town Watch; and was established in 1984 with
funding from the Bureauof Justice Assistance, U.S. Department of Justice as a
crime prevention program that emphasizes building a partnership between the
police and the community; and
WHEREAS:Matt Peskin’s dedicationto the development, maintenance, and promotion of
community watch programs led to the creation of the highly successful National
Night Out, which takes place annually on the first Tuesdayof August; and
WHEREAS:The National Night Out campaign provides an opportunity for city neighbors to
take part in National Night Out along with over 38 million other neighbors across
16 thousand communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories and military bases
worldwide; and
WHEREAS:National Night Out is a community-building campaign that promotespolice-
community partnerships and neighborhoodcamaraderie to make our
neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live and work; and
WHEREAS:Neighbors in our city will be assisting the local law enforcement agency through
community-building efforts as they join to support National Night Out; and
WHEREAS:We support, applaud, and look forward to this annual event where neighbors
can come together with police and work together to build a safer, more caring
community.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, PamHaley, Mayor of theCity of Spokane Valley, on behalf of the
Spokane Valley City Council and the citizensof the City of Spokane Valley, do hereby
proclaim Tuesday, August 1, 2023, as
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
in the City of Spokane Valley, and I urge our citizens to join in the celebration of and support
for National Night Out.
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Signed this 25day of July, 2023.
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Pam Haley, Mayor
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Approval of the Following Vouchers:
VOUCHER LIST VOUCHER NUMBERS TOTAL AMOUNT
07/06/2023 60609-60633 464,568.03
07/06/202360634-60658220,225.51
07/11/2023 10077-10119 (Park refunds) 5,092.00
07/12/2023 60659-60704 217,890.18
07/14/2023 60705-60746, wire 21047461 751,976.03
07/18/2023 60747-60749 8,585.83
GRAND TOTAL:$1,668,337.58
Explanation of Fund and Project Numbers found on Voucher Lists
#001 - General Fund 001.090.000.560. General Gov’t-Social Services
001.011.000. City Council 001.090.000.594. General Gov’t-Capital Outlay
001.013.000. City Manager 001.090.000.595. General Gov’t-Roads/Streets Capital
001.013.015. Legal
001.016.000. Public Safety
Other Funds:
001.016.016. Precinct Shared Expenses
101 – Street Fund
001.018.013. Deputy City Manager
103 – Paths & Trails
001.018.014. Finance
104 – Tourism Facilities
001.018.016 Human Resources
105 – Hotel/Motel Tax
001.018.017. Information Technology 106 – Solid Waste
001.033.000. Facilities Administration 107 – PEG Fund
001.033.033. Facilities – City Hall 108 – Affordable & Supplemental Housing Sales Tax
001.033.034. Facilities – Other 120 – CenterPlace Operating Reserve
001.040.000. Community/Public Works-Administration 121 – Service Level Stabilization Reserve
001.040.041. Engineering
122 – Winter Weather Reserve
001.040.042.558. Economic Development
204 – Debt Service
001.040.042.565. Housing/Homeless Services
301 – REET 1 Capital Projects
001.040.043. Building
302 – REET 2 Capital Projects
001.040.044. Planning
303 – Street Capital Projects
001.076.000. Parks & Rec–Administration
309 – Parks Capital Grants
001.076.300. Parks & Rec-Maintenance 310 – Civic Bldg. Capital Projects
311 – Pavement Preservation
001.076.301. Parks & Rec-Recreation
001.076.302. Parks & Rec- Aquatics 312 – Capital Reserve
001.076.304. Parks & Rec- Senior Center 314 – Railroad Grade Separation Projects
001.076.305. Parks & Rec-CenterPlace 315 – Transportation Impact Fees
001.090.000.511. General Gov’t- Council related 316 – Economic Development Capital Projects
001.090.000.514. General Gov’t-Finance related 402 – Stormwater Management
001.090.000.517. General Gov’t-Employee supply 403 – Aquifer Protection Area
001.090.000.518. General Gov’t- Centralized Serv. 501 – Equipment Rental & Replacement
001.090.000.519. General Gov’t-Other Services 502 – Risk Management
001.090.000.550. General Gov’t-Natural & Eco. 632 – Passthrough Fees & Taxes
Project Numbers: 321 - Argonne Corridor Improvements- North of Knox
143 - Barker Rd/BNSF Grade Separation 322 - City Hall Repairs
205 - Sprague/Barker Intersection Improvement 323 - Evergreen Road Preservation Project
223 - Pines Rd Underpass @ BNSF & Trent 326 - 2020 Citywide Reflective Post Panels
249 - Sullivan & Wellesley Intersection Improv 327 - Sprague Avenue Stormwater
273 - Barker/I-90 Interchange 328 - Sullivan Park Waterline
275 - Barker Rd Widening - River to Euclid 329 - Barker Road Imp- City Limits to Appleway
285 - Indiana Ave Pres - Evergreen to Sullivan 330 - WTSC 2021 School Zone Beacons
286 - Broadway Preservation: Havana to Fancher 331 - COVID-19 Relief Funds
293 - 2018 CSS Citywide Reflective Signal BP 332 - NE Industrial Area - Sewer Extension
294 - Citywide Reflective Post Panels 333 - Evergreen Rd Pres Broadway to Mission
299 - Argonne Rd Concrete Pavement Indiana to Mont. 334 - Sprague Ave Preservation
300 - Pines & Mission Intersection Improvement 335 - Mission Ave over Evergreen Rd Deck Repair
308 - Regional Decant Facility Canopy 338 - Loop Trail Project
309 - Local Access Streets: Barker Homes 339 - 2022 Local Access Streets: Summerfield E
311 - Sullivan Rd./SR 290 Interchange Project 340 - 8th Ave Sidewalk (Coleman to Park)
313 - Barker Road/Union Pacific Crossing 341 - Broadway Preservation- Fancher to Park
314 - Balfour Park Frontage Improvements 342 - 2022 School Zone Flashing Beacons
315 - Brown's Park 2020 Improvements 343 - Buckeye Avenue Sewer Extension
316 - Balfour Park Improvements - Phase 1 344 - Park Rd Sidewalk- Broadway to Cataldo
317 - Appleway Stormwater Improvements 345 - Park Rd Sidewalk- Nora to Baldwin
318 - Wilbur Sidewalk: Boone to Mission 346 - Bowdish Sidewalk 12th to 22nd
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320 - Sullivan Preservation: Sprague-8 347 - Broadway and Park Intersection
350 – Balfour Facility
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
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 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 July 15, 2023
GOVERNING LEGISLATION:
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN:
BACKGROUND:
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS:
EmployeesCouncilTotal
Gross: $ 449,732.91$ -$ 449,732.91
$ -$ 78,515.37
Benefits: $ 78,515.37
Total payroll $ 528,248.28$ -$ 528,248.28
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
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consentold businesspublic hearing
information admin. report new business
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Resolution No. 23-009 declaring City Council intention and commitment to
operate a local homeless housing program and assume control of available recording fees
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: Substitute Senate Bill 5386 (amending document recording fee statutes
in 2023); requirements for adopting a local plan RCW 43.185C.050, RCW 43.185C.080, RCW
43.185C.160; Affordable and Supportive Housing Sales and Use Tax Credit RCW 82.14.540; Chapter 3.06
SVMC.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: March 26, 2019; staff presented an administrative report to
Council regarding county recording fees for affordable housing and homelessness. February 18, 2020;
Council enacted the sales and use tax for supportive and affordable housing. June 9, 2020; City Council
approved Interlocal 19-220 authorizing the County to manage Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds and recording fees; Administrative report on Homeless Housing and Assistance fees on
March 22, 2022. July 11, 2023; City Council reached consensus to advance a resolution to assume control
over available document recording fees and to establish a homeless housing program.
BACKGROUND: On July 11, 2023, staff provided an update on the availability of local document
recording fees under state law and the requirements for assuming control of the fees and establishing a local
homeless housing program. Attachment “A” includes the detailed requirements for establishing such
program. City Council reached consensus for staff to prepare a resolution for City Council consideration
to declare City Council’s intention and commitment to operate a local homeless and housing program and
to assume control over available document recording fees.
Proposed Resolution No. 23-009 meets statutory requirements to declare City Council’s intention and
commitment to operate a local homeless and housing program. By declaring this intention and
commitment, the City will assume responsibility for its local homeless housing program and will begin
receiving available document recording fees. As described in further detail at the administrative report and
in attachment “A”, the City will not be able to use these funds until it creates a homeless housing task force
and adopts a five-year homeless housing plan that identifies how the City will work to eliminate
homelessness consistent with the State’s adopted strategic plan.
Staff estimates the need for the equivalent of one full-time employee (FTE) to develop the plan, assist the
task force, and to administer the recording fees. The homeless housing program administration would
require a significant portion of the workload for the current Housing and Homeless Coordinator and an
accountant. The Finance Department is already at capacity for workload and so additional finance-related
work would require an additional accountant position. During the Budget Workshop, a new accountant
was proposed for the 2024 budget and so would be proposed to be utilized to fulfil the portion of the
accountant needs. This would result in a total of one new FTE above current 2023 staffing levels, with no
change in the staffing numbers that were proposed at the Budget Workshop, including supplemental
requests. Other City staff who have been assisting with homeless-related issues may also be involved in
the homeless housing program, but this would not result in a change in the number of FTEs. The City may
use up to 10% of recording fee revenue for administrative costs. All other costs would be paid by general
fund revenues.
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The history of recording fees that the City could have received is as follows (figures have been rounded):
2019 - $658,000, 2020 - $809,000, 2021 - $1,060,000, 2022 - $700,000. Due to changes under Substitute
Senate Bill 5386 (SSB 5386), the local recording fee was reduced from $62 per document to $55 per
document (30% of $183), a reduction of 11.3%. Excluding revenues received in 2021, which was an
abnormally high year of collections, the average annual collection for estimating recording fee revenue is
$722,000 annually. However, given the reduction to the local recording fees under SSB 5386 the annual
estimate has been reduced by 11.3%, resulting in a total estimated annual revenue of $640,000.
Based on estimated staffing costs, average collections, and allowable administrative cost use, the following
table provides the cost impacts of the homeless housing program.
Recording Fee Homeless Housing Program Cost Estimate
Ongoing Costs
Staff Cost* $131,115
Cell phone, memberships, misc $1,450
Total Administrative Cost$132,565
Reimbursable Amount by recording fees $64,000
Unfunded Administrative Costs (funded directly by $68,565 annually
City)
*Based on costs for ½ of existing Housing and Homeless Coordinator Position and ½ of new accountant position.
Other Considerations
Spokane County is currently administering recording fees. To date, the County has primarily entered into
annual contracts for various purposes. The current contracts run through December 31, 2023. In order to
allow the City time to establish its task force, develop and adopt a plan, and to be prepared for awards for
2024, the City would likely not assume control or responsibility for the County’s current 2023 contracts.
This may require additional agreement(s) between the City and County to allow the City to begin its
program while also allowing the County to complete funding for the 2023 contracts.
The County has also entered into one commitment for funding of the Salvation Army’s Way Out Shelter
that runs through October 31, 2026, in the amount of approximately $500,000 annually from recording fees.
However, staff do not believe that future City recording fees should be included as part of that commitment.
Next Steps
If passed, staff will begin the process to establish the City’s homeless housing program. This will require
future Council action to create a task force and development and adoption of the City’s homeless housing
plan.
OPTIONS: Motion to (1) pass Resolution No. 23-009 declaring City Council’s intention and commitment
to operate a local homeless housing program, (2) authorize the City Manager to take such action necessary
to begin operation of such homeless housing program, including sending a copy of Resolution No. 23-009
to Spokane County, and (3) authorize the creation of and hiring for an additional accountant position; or
take such other action deemed appropriate by City Council.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to (1) pass Resolution No. 23-009 declaring City
Council’s intention and commitment to operate a local homeless housing program, (2) authorize the City
Manager to take such action necessary to begin operation of such homeless housing program, including
sending a copy of Resolution No. 23-009 to Spokane County, and (3) authorize the creation of and hiring
for an additional accountant position.
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BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: If City assumed control over local recording fee funds, City would
receive its share and have such money for those identified uses. From 2019-2022, the recording fee funds
the City would have received ranged from $658,000 to $1,060,000, with 2022 at $700,000. The available
amounts will decrease approximately 11.3% per document in 2023 pursuant to SSB 5386. Excluding
revenues from 2021, which was abnormally high, average annual revenues, including the decrease due to
SSB 5386, are estimated to be $640,000 based on historical collections. Expenditures are estimated at
$132,565 for staffing costs, with $64,000 paid from recording fee revenues and the remainder from general
fund revenues. If the accountant position is included with this action, it will be removed from the 2024
Budget supplemental requests.
STAFF CONTACT: Erik Lamb, Deputy City Manager; Gloria Mantz, City Engineer
___________________________________________________________________________
ATTACHMENTS:
Proposed Resolution No. 23-009
Attachment “A” – Homeless Housing Program Requirements
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 23-009
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE
COUNTY, WASHINGTON, DECLARING THE CITY’S INTENTION
AND COMMITMENT TO OPERATE A LOCAL HOMELESS
HOUSING PROGRAM; AND OTHER MATTERS RELATED
THERETO.
WHEREAS, homelessness is among the most challenging social issues facing the City
of Spokane Valley, Washington (the“City”); and
WHEREAS, in partnership with service providers, community members, and other local
stakeholders, the City is developing an action plan designed to address homelessness through a
systematic, long-term response comprised of programs and practices specifically tailored to those
experiencing homelessness within the City; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of these and other related City efforts is to prevent
homelessness from occurring where possible, reducecurrent levels of homelessness, and
improve the quality of life of residents, including those experiencing homelessness; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to chapters 36.22 and 43.185C of the Revised Code of
Washington (“RCW”), as amended by Chapter 277, Laws of 2023 (Substitute Senate Bill 5386)
(effective July 23, 2023) (the “Homeless Housing and Assistance Act” or “HHAA”), county
auditors have authority to collect homeless housing and assistance surcharges for each document
they record, subject to specified exemptions; and
WHEREAS, counties retain a percentage of the total funds they collect pursuant to this
surcharge (the “HHAA Local Surcharge Funds”), which the counties must then apply to eligible
homeless housing and assistance activities as defined in chapter 36.22 RCW; and
WHEREAS, Spokane County currently collects HHAA Local Surcharge Funds, and
applies these funds to such eligible homeless housing and assistance activities; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 43.185C.080, a city may assert responsibility for
homeless housing within its borders by forwarding a resolution to the legislative authority of the
county stating its intention and commitment to operate a separate homeless housing program;
and
WHEREAS, if a city provides such resolution stating its intention and commitment, such
city shall then receive a percentage of the HHAA Local Surcharge Funds collected under the
HHAA equal to the percentage of the city’s local portion of the real estate excise tax collected by
the county; and
WHEREAS, if a city so obligates itself, it must satisfy all applicable legal and regulatory
requirements for operating a homeless housing program, including those set forth inchapter
Resolution No. 23-009 related to Homeless Housing Program
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43.185C RCW andestablished by the State of Washington (the “State”) Department of
Commerce; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the best interests of the City
and its residents, including those experiencing homelessness, to assert responsibility for
homeless housing within the City’s borders by making such intention and commitment as set
forth herein; provided the City shall continue to seek opportunities for partnership with other
jurisdictions when it will result in beneficial programs, aid, and assistance to those in need and
when such partnership meets the City and other jurisdiction’s plans and goals for managing
homeless.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley,
Spokane County, Washington, as follows:
Section 1. Declaration of Intention and Commitment. The City hereby declares its
intention and commitment to operate its own homeless housing program, and tomeet all
applicable legal and regulatory requirementstherefor, including those set forth in chapter
43.185C RCW and established by the StateDepartment of Commerce, in order to be a direct
recipient of HHAA Local Surcharge Funds.
The appropriate City officials, including but not limited to the City Manager and
designees, are hereby authorized to execute such documents, and to take such action as is
necessary to carry out the terms of this resolution.
Section 2. Effective Date. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon
passage and signatures hereto.
PASSED by the City Council this _____ day of _______, 2023.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY,
WASHINGTON
Pam Haley, Mayor
ATTEST:
Marci Patterson, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
Office of the City Attorney
Resolution No. 23-009 related to Homeless Housing Program
Attachment “A”
Homeless Housing Program Requirements
Program Revenues. Historically, recording fees were imposed pursuant to a variety of statutes for a
variety of purposes. This included a $62 surcharge per document recorded that constituted the HHAA
funds, which were directly available to local governments. SSB 5386 modifies the recording fees and
creates a new statute that imposes a single surcharge of $183 per recorded document, collected and
distributed by county auditors as follows:
o 1% for fee county auditor fee collection activities;
o 30% retained by the County (“local portion of recording fees”);
o 69% to the State (“state portion of recording fees”)
54.1% to be used through its home security fund account;
13.1% to be used through its affordable housing for all account; and
1.8% to be used through its landlord mitigation account;
The state portion of recording fees is not available for the City to directly access. If the city elects to operate
its own local homeless housing program, the City will receive a percentage of the surcharge collected by
the county equal to the percentage of the city’s local portion of REET, without any deduction for county
administrative costs. The City can use these funds for programs that directly contribute to the goals of the
city’s homeless housing plan. The city may use up to ten percent of the funds received for administrative
costs.
Opting-in to Direct Participation in Program (RCW 43.185C.080(1)). To assert responsibility for
homeless housing within its borders, a city must forward a resolution to the board of county
commissioners stating that it intends and commits to operate a separate homeless housing program.
o The city shall be responsible for complying with all the requirements as the county and adopt
a local homeless housing plan.
o However, the city may by resolution accept the county’s homeless housing task force as its
own and based on that task force’s recommendations adopt a homeless housing plan specific
to the city.
Homeless Housing Task Forces (RCW 43.185C.160). Each county must create a homeless housing
task force to develop a five-year homeless housing plan (described below) addressing short-term and
long-term housing for homeless persons.
o In lieu of creating a new task force, a local government may designate an existing governmental
or nonprofit body which substantially conforms to the statute’s requirements and which
includes at least one homeless or formerly homeless individual to serve as its homeless
representative.
o The task force shall establish guidelines consistent with the statewide homeless housing
strategic plan, as needed, for: emergency shelters; short-term housing needs; temporary
encampments; supportive housing for chronically homeless persons; and long-term housing.
o Guidelines must include, when appropriate, standards for health and safety and notifying the
public of proposed facilities to house the homeless.
o The task force is required to have a representative of the county, a representative of the largest
city, at least one homeless or formerly homeless person, such other members as may be
necessary for federal funding requirements (if applicable), and if feasible, a representative of a
private nonprofit organization with experience in low-income housing. RCW 43.185C.160
also identifies other possible types of members - counties, cities, towns, housing authorities,
civic and faith organizations, schools, community networks, human services providers, law
enforcement personnel, criminal justice personnel, including prosecutors, probation officers,
and jail administrators, substance abuse treatment providers, mental health care providers,
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emergency health care providers, businesses, real estate professionals, at large representatives
of the community, and a homeless or formerly homeless individual.
Homeless Housing Plan Requirements (RCW 43.185C.050). The task force shall prepare and
recommend to the city council a five-year homeless housing plan, which shall be consistent with the
Department of Commerce’s (“Commerce”) statewide guidelines issued by December 1, 2018, and
thereafter Commerce’s five-year homeless housing strategic plan, and which shall be aimed at
eliminating homelessness.
o The RCW requires adoption of the plan by December 1, 2019. From discussions with
Commerce, it appears that this timeline is likely not an issue.
o The City is required to assess annually how the plan and its implementation meets the
performance measures published by Commerce. The City plan may include specific local
performance measures adopted by the City Council, and may include recommendations for any
state legislation needed to meet the state or local plan goals.
o Eligible activities under the local plans include:
Rental and furnishing of dwelling units for the use of homeless persons;
Costs of developing affordable housing for homeless persons, and services for formerly
homeless individuals and families residing in transitional housing or permanent
housing and still at risk of homelessness;
Operating subsidies for transitional housing or permanent housing serving formerly
homeless families or individuals;
Services to prevent homelessness, such as emergency eviction prevention programs
including temporary rental subsidies to prevent homelessness;
Temporary services to assist persons leaving state institutions and other state programs
to prevent them from becoming or remaining homeless;
Outreach services for homeless individuals and families;
Development and management of local homeless plans including homeless census data
collection; identification of goals, performance measures, strategies, and costs and
evaluation of progress towards established goals;
Rental vouchers payable to landlords for persons who are homeless or below thirty
percent of the median income or in immediate danger of becoming homeless; and
Other activities to reduce and prevent homelessness as identified for funding in the
local plan.
o Note: As an alternative to a separate plan, two or more local governments may work in concert
to develop and execute a joint homeless housing plan, or to contract with another entity to do
so according to the requirements of this chapter. While a local government has the authority
to subcontract with other entities, the local government continues to maintain the ultimate
responsibility for the homeless housing program within its borders.
o Commerce’s Local Plan Guidance provides that local plans must cover the five year period of
December 2019 to December 2024. Local plans must describe the actions the county/city will
take to meet the state’s identified objectives. Each action must include responsible parties,
timelines, at least one implementation milestone scheduled to be completed prior to 2022, and
a description of how success will be measured.
The state’s objectives are:
Quickly identify and engage people experiencing homelessness.
Prioritize housing for people with the greatest needs.
Operate an effective and efficient homeless crisis response system that swiftly
moves people into stable permanent housing.
Project the impact of the fully implemented local plans on the number of
households housed and the number of households left unsheltered, assuming
existing resources and state polices.
Address racial disparities among people experiencing homelessness.
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Note: Local plans can include additional objectives beyond those included in
this guidance that are connected to reducing homelessness.
For each objective, Commerce’s Guidance include measures of success and related
benchmarks published at the state and county levels as part of the state’s performance
management and transparency system.
Plans were due in December 2019; however, per Commerce’s Local Plan Guidance
FAQ, local jurisdictions may revise the plans after this deadline.
Reporting requirement (RCW 43.185C.045(3)). The City shall provide an annual report on the current
condition of homelessness in the City, its performance in meeting the goals in its local homeless
housing plan, and any significant changes made to the plan.
o The annual report must be posted on Commerce’s website. Commerce must also produce and
post information on the local government’s homelessness spending from all sources by project
during the prior state fiscal year.
o If the City fails to report or provides an inadequate or incomplete report, Commerce must take
corrective action, which may include withholding state funding for homelessness assistance to
the local government to enable the department to use such funds to contract with other public
or nonprofit entities to provide homelessness assistance within the jurisdiction.
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
informationadmin. reportpending legislationexecutive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Motion Consideration: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Cooperation Agreement
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: CDBG – Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD); Chapter 39.34 RCW
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: In 2020, the City entered into a three-year interlocal
agreement (2021, 2022 and 2023) to participate in the Spokane County (County) CDBG
Consortium. On June 27, 2023, City Council elected to defer its entitlement and to participate as
part of the urban county consortium. On July 18, 2023, staff discussed the draft cooperation
agreement for CDBG.
BACKGROUND: Staff discussed the upcoming requalification deadline for the CDBG program,
and potential options for moving forward May 9, May 23, June 20, and June 27, 2023.
According to HUD, the City’s CDBG and HOME allocation for 2023 is $605,710 and $402,820,
respectively. In 2023, the County qualified for ESG funding for the first time in the amount of
$146,506. The City is not entitled to ESG funds.
Since 2005, the City has elected to defer its entitlement and participate as part of the urban county
consortium. The following options were discussed with Council and their financial impact to the
City and the region:
1. Accept entitlement status and receive CDBG funds directly from HUD.
2. Accept entitlement status and enter into a joint agreement with Spokane County.
3. Defer entitlement status and participate through the State CDBG program; or
4. Defer entitlement status and participate as part of the urban county with Spokane
County.
Council discussed extensively the benefits, challenges, and cost implications to the City and
region of Option 1 and Option 4 in light of the ongoing discussions of a potential entity that may
be formed to handle homelessness for the region. The current proposal from the volunteer team
that is leading this effort is to transfer all of the federal, state and local funds that come to the
region for homelessness, housing, mental health and criminal justice, including HUD entitlement
funds. Council was concerned that if the City continued to defer entitlement and participated as
part of the urban county consortium that the City’s allocation for CDBG and HOME could be
transferred to the potential regional entity without Council consent.
Staff had numerous discussions with Spokane County staff, including Housing and Community
Development Administrator, George Dahl and Spokane County CEO, Scott Simmons. City staff
indicated that City control over City’s set-aside is a critical issue and requested input from
Spokane County on whether they would entertain such proposed language. Prior to the council
meeting on June 27, 2023, the County had not provided formal comment to the City’s proposed
changes to the agreement and could not assure that it would agree to a status quo agreement
that retains the existing set-aside pending the Board of County Commissioners’ decision on
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participation in the regional homeless entity. They further stated that they were in a holding
pattern until after the Regional Homeless Entity public presentation on June 28, 2023.
After much discussion, Council passed a motion choosing Option 4 on June 27, 2023, and
directed staff to continue to negotiate the consortium agreement. County and City staff had
multiple meetings to discuss potential changes to the agreement. Spokane County staff will be
discussing the changes to the agreement with the Board of County Commissioners on July 25,
2023.
The proposed agreement is attached and includes the following changes:
Establishing a City set-aside based on population for CDBG, HOME and ESG
funds. For 2023, the City’s population is 33.3% of the county’s population, not
including the population for the City of Spokane. Based on this formula, the City’s
set-aside for 2023 is $780,597 after subtracting allowable administrative
percentages (Section 10).
Broadening the allowable uses under the Consolidated Plan to advance council
priorities (Section 11).
Removing all references to Homeless Housing Assistance Act (HHAA) funding.
Providing council control over the allocation of these funds towards any regional
homeless entity. “The County shall not allocate, direct, or commit any portion of
the City set-aside of the entitlement funds covered as part of this agreement to any
formal regional homeless collaborative entity without prior approval of the City
Council. In the event Spokane County elects to participate in a regional homeless
collaborative entity and the City Council does not agree to allocate, direct, or
commit any or all of the City set-aside of the entitlement funds covered as part of
this agreement to the regional homeless collaborative entity, Spokane County shall
directly pass-through all of the City’s set-aside to the City consistent with Section
10 of this agreement plus the proportionate funds allowed by HUD for
administration. The Parties agree to negotiate appropriate administrative
responsibilities associated with HUD Entitlement funds consistent with the Parties’
respective responsibilities under this Agreement and all associated HUD
requirements.” (Section 18)
At the July 18, 2023 Council meeting, Council expressed concern about the minimum
number of representatives in Section 17. The attached agreement does not change
Section 17, and the number of representatives is set through the HCDAC Bylaws at four
representatives for the City. Given that the number of representatives is based on
population, no change is proposed for Section 17.
HUD requires that the executed agreement be submitted to them by August 4, 2024.
OPTIONS: Motion to authorize the City Manager to execute the Cooperation Agreement
for CDBG and related funds in substantially the form provided; or take other appropriate
action.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Move to authorize City Manager to execute the
Cooperation Agreement for CDBG and related funds in substantially the form provided;
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The set-aside is not an annual guarantee as it is subject to the
annual HUD entitlement allocation provided by OFM and is subject to eligible applications
submitted by the City and. Using the 2023 allocation, the City’s set-aside is $780,596.
STAFF CONTACT: Erik Lamb, Deputy City Manager; Gloria Mantz, City Engineer
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ATTACHMENTS:
Cooperation Agreement for CDBG and Related Funds
Proposed set-aside formula
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COOPERATION AGREEMENT FOR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
AND RELATED FUNDS (HOME, ESG, AHTF,
HHAA)
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into by and between Spokane County (hereinafter called the County)
and the City of Spokane Valley (hereinafter called the City) this ______ day of _______, 2023.
WITNESS ETH
WHEREAS, pursuant to Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended,
including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of I 96LI, the Fair Housing Act, Section I 09 of Title I of the Housing
and Community Development Act of 1974 and other applicable laws, Spokane County is entitled to
receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for federal fiscal years 2021, 20222024, 2025,
and 20232026; and
WHEREAS, the amount of CDBG funds to which the County may be entitled is in part dependent upon
the population of other CDBG eligible applicant cities and towns which by this Agreement elect to participate
in the CDBG and HOME Entitlement Program with the County; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Cooperation Agreement. which is entered into pursuant to, and in accordance
with the State Interlocal Cooperation Act, RCW 39.34 is to plan for. and administer the CDBG Program
and the HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME).
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises made herein and the mutual benefits received
hereunder, the parties agree as follows:
I. The City may not apply for grants under the Small Cities or StaleState CDBG Programs from
appropriations for fiscal years 2021, 20222024, 2025, and 20232026, the years during which the City
is participating in the Spokane County CDBG and HOME Program.
2. The City may not participate in a HOME consortium except through Spokane County, regardless of
whether Spokane County receives a HOME formula allocation.
3.The Spokane County urban county qualification period is federal fiscal years 2021, 20222024,
2025, and 20232026.
4. This Agreement remains in effect until the CDBG and HOME funds and income received for federal
fiscal years 2021, 20222024, 2025, and 20232026 are expended and the funded activities are
completed. The County and the City may not terminate or withdraw from this Agreement while
the Agreement remains in effect.
5. The County and the City agree to cooperate to undertake, or assist in undertaking, community
renewal and lower-income housing assistance activities.
6. The County and the City will take all actions necessary to assure compliance with the urban county's
certification under section 104(b) of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act
of 1974, as amended, regarding Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Fair Housing Act,
and affirmatively furthering fair housing. This includes the obligation to comply with section 109
of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, which incorporates Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as well as
obligation to comply with other applicable laws.
7. The County will not use CDBG or HOME funding for activities in, or in support of a City that does
not affirmatively further fair housing within the City's jurisdiction or that impedes the County's
actions to comply with the County's fair housing certification.
8. The City has adopted and is enforcing: a) a policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law
enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil
rights demonstrations; and, b) a policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically
barring entrance to, or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such nonviolent civil
rights demonstrations within jurisdictions.
9. The County and the City will not obstruct the implementation of the approved Consolidated Housing
and Community Development Plan and subsequent Annual Action Plan(s) during the period covered
by this Agreement.
10. The County will establish a City set-aside based on Washington States Office of Financial
Management’s (OFM) 20202023 April 1 Population Estimates pursuant to the level of CDBG,
HOME, and ESG funds appropriated to HUD.
11. The County and the City have agreed to implement additional administration improvements,
including adding participating cities' and towns' logos on all CDBG plans and other related
documents, and allowing key City staff access to applications for CDBG, and HOME, and ESG
projects being considered for funding within the City for the purpose of viewing applications and
preparing a list of projects and proposed funding amounts for presentation to the City Council for
recommendations of support. recommendations will be presented The City’s Council representatives
to the Spokane County Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee (HCDAC) by
City will communicate recommendations to the HCDAC board, and recommendations will inform
the City’s HCDAC representatives during the preliminary allocation meeting in January.meetings.
The County will also incorporate City Council’s recommendations to amend the Consolidated Plan.
12. The County is responsible for allocating CDBG, HOME, and ESG resources annually. Annual
resource allocations will be made following an Urban Consortium review and selection process as
approved by the Board of County Commissioners. has final responsibility for selecting CDBG,
HOME, and HOMEESG activities and annually filing the Consolidated Housing and Community
Development Annual Action Plan and the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
13. The County and City are subject to the same requirements applicable to CDBG subrecipients,
including the requirement of a written agreement set forth in 24 CFR 570.503.
14. The County and City may not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer all or any portion of such funds to
another such metropolitan city, urban county, unit of general local government, or Indian tribe, or
insular area that directly or indirectly receives CDBG funds in exchange for any other funds, credits
or non-Federal considerations, but must use such funds for activities eligible under title I of the Act.
15. The City agrees to participate in the Regional County Homeless Program and Regional Affordable
Housing Trust Fund Program, both which authorizeauthorizes the HCDAC to serve as the regional
body for reviewing proposals, initiatives, and making funding recommendations for Affordable
Housing Trust Fund (2060) and Homeless Housing Assistance Act (HHAA - 2163, 1359, and 2331)
activities.
16. The HCDAC will review CDBG, HOME, ESG, Affordable Housing Trust Fund (2060), and, as may
be determined appropriate by separate agreement, Homeless Housing Assistance Act (HHAA - 2163,
1359, and 2331)), program policies, plans, and applicant funding proposals and recommend to the
Board of County Commissioners and, as may be deemed appropriate, the City Council, funding of
applicant proposals.
17. The HCDAC will include a minimum of one representative appointed by the Mayor of the City and
approved by the Spokane County Board of Commissioners. Additional representatives will be added
based on the Washington States Office of Financial Management’s (OFM) April 1 Population
Estimate, pursuant to the HCDAC By-Laws.
18. The Parties agree that the County shall not allocate, direct, or commit any portion of the City set-
aside of the entitlement funds covered as part of this agreement to any formal regional homeless
collaborative entity without prior approval of the City Council. In the event Spokane County elects
to participate in a regional homeless collaborative entity and the City Council does not agree to
allocate, direct, or commit any or all of the City set-aside of the entitlement funds covered as part of
this agreement to the regional homeless collaborative entity, Spokane County shall directly pass-
through all of the City’s set-aside to the City consistent with Section 10 of this agreement plus the
proportionate funds allowed by HUD for administration. The Parties agree to negotiate appropriate
administrative responsibilities associated with HUD Entitlement funds consistent with the Parties’
respective responsibilities under this Agreement and all associated HUD requirements.
This Agreement is entered into this ________ day of _________, 2023.
City of Spokane Valley Spokane County
__________________________________ __________________________________
John Hohman Mary Kuney
City Manager Chair, Spokane County Board of Commissioners
2023 Allocation Model Proposal
2023 OFM Population Estimates
Spokane County Total
554,600
City of Spokane Total
232,700
City of Spokane Valley Total
107,400
Spokane County Total, Less City of Spokane
321,900
Spokane Valley Percent of County Population Less City of
33.4%
Spokane
PY 2023 HUD AllocationsAdmin.Less Admin.CoSV Set-aside
CDBG$ 1,667,671.00$ 333,534.20$ 1,334,136.80$ 445,126.72
HOME$ 966,616.00$ 96,661.60$ 869,954.40$ 290,255.06
ESG$ 146,506.00$ 10,987.95$ 135,518.05$ 45,214.78
$ 780,596.56
Note: the set-aside amount is not an annual guarantee as it will be subject to changes in the annual
Entitlement allocation and population estimates provided by OFM. This total is intended to represent a
minimum investment in qualifying activities within the City of Spokane Valley’s boundaries. Total
annual investments will be subject to eligible applications submitted by provider agencies and the City
of Spokane Valley. Spokane County will not reserve funds for future investments if minimum allocation
thresholds have not been met through a formal RFP process.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
informationadmin. reportpending legislationexecutive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Admin Report – Update bySpokane County Emergency Management
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: N/A
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: N/A
BACKGROUND:
Chandra Fox, CEM, Deputy Director of Spokane County Emergency Management (SCEM), will
provide an update on the services provided by SCEM and how they are coordinating with City
staff on emergency management planning and implementation efforts. Emergency management
includes functions that support community resilience and make effective and coordinated field
response possible. These functions include planning, alert and warning, resource management,
training, exercises, public education and outreach, and policy support.
There are four phases to emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response and
recovery.
Mitigation is efforts to reduce the severity or lessen the impacts of a situation or event.
Preparedness is taking action to achieve a state of readiness.
Response is taking action to address a disaster or other emergency that has already
happened.
Recovery is the process of returning to normalcy or pre-disaster conditions through repair
and/or restoration of infrastructure.
Emergency management is a statutorily mandated responsibility for all levels of government with
two primary federal laws that pertain to emergency management:
Robert T Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (1988 and later
amended) – defines the programs and processes of the federal government relating to
the provision of disaster assistance and funding for preparedness programs under the
Emergency Management Performance Grant program; and establishes the preliminary
damage assessment process through which public assistance funds are made available.
Homeland Security Act of 2002 – Established the Dept. of Homeland Security and
directs federal efforts to combat terrorism; also established Homeland Security Grant
Program intended to provide funds to local governments for development of terrorism
response capabilities.
Key policy directives include:
Homeland Security Presidential Direction 5 (2003) – established the National Incident
Management System (NIMS) and required the development of the National Response
Plan. These are intended to create a single, comprehensive approach to disaster
management, consistent across all levels of government; and establish benchmarks and
standards.
Presidential Policy Directive 8 (2011) – established the National Preparedness System,
setting the doctrine of how the nation builds and sustains 32 core capabilities as defined
in the National Preparedness Goal, established the National Response Frameworks and
the National Preparedness Report.
Other federal legislation includes Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (1986),
Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, Post Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 and
Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act of 2006.
State and local laws and authorities include:
RCW 38.52 - provides for emergency management by the state and authorizes the
creation of local organizations for emergency management in the political subdivisions of
the state;
WAC 118.30 – requires the local organization to be established by resolution or ordinance
and requires comprehensive planning and program development;
Spokane County Ordinance 1.08 – establishes the Department of Emergency
Management and lists the functions and responsibilities of the Department.
Spokane County’s Department of Emergency Management includes a Deputy Director with six
staff positions and maintains Interlocal Agreements (ILA) with each incorporated jurisdiction in the
county. The Department is funded through the County’s General Fund, an ILA cost-share with
contracting jurisdictions, and grant funding. Spokane County Emergency Management is the lead
agency for Washington State Homeland Security Region 9.
The City of Spokane Valley has contracted for emergency management services with SCEM
since incorporation and the City Council recently renewed a second three-year agreement on May
9, 2023.
The July 25 presentation will focus on the type of programs and services provided by SCEM to
the City, the City of Spokane Valley’s obligations and responsibilities, and the coordination
between the two entities.
The City’s primary point of contact for emergency management planning will be Project Manager
Virginia Clough with Lt. Rich Gere serving as a technical advisor from the Sheriff’s Office. The
City Manager and Deputy City Manager are designated as the City’s representative and
alternative, respectively, to the SCEM Management Policy Board. Deputy City Manager Erik
Lamb and Sr. Administrative Analyst Morgan Koudelka will continue to take the lead on contract
development and negotiations with Spokane County Emergency Management.
Phase 1 of current efforts is developing a Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) which is focused
on the ability of the City to continue providing essential services during an emergency such as
succession planning in the event key decision-makers and staff are unavailable, and identifying
and prioritizing essential services.
Phase 2, following completion of the COOP, will be focused on developing an Emergency
Operations Plan (EOP) that describes the basic strategies, assumptions, objectives and
operational protocols. The EOP guides the City’s emergency management efforts through
preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. This phase will also include development of a
Senior Officials Guide. This document focuses on incident-specific policy issues, decision-
making, and defines roles and responsibilities of City of Spokane Valley’s elected officials and
senior management in response to an emergency.
The Spokane Valley EOP utilizes an Emergency Support Function (ESF) approach with each
ESF identifying the City Department primarily responsible for organizing response actions related
to that ESF, as well as contracted vendors, support departments, and partner agencies.
Once these plans are complete, Phase 3 will focus on developing a National Incident
Management System (NIMS) compliance plan that includes tracking, individual training of staff
members, and emergency preparedness.
OPTIONS: Discussion
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Discussion at this time. Plans will be brought back at
a later date for City Council review and approval.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: N/A
STAFF CONTACT: Virginia Clough, Legislative Policy Coordinator/Project Manager
ATTACHMENT: PowerPoint Presentation
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
information admin. report pending legislation executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: 2023 Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments (CPA) –
Administrative Report
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 36.70A, SVMC 17.80.140 and 19.30.010
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: On November 22, 2022, the City Council approved the
2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket.
BACKGROUND: The Growth Management Act (GMA) 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 the SVMC,
staff published notice on September 2 and 9, 2022, advising the public of the annual amendment
process and that the City would accept applications for the 2023 cycle through November 1, 2022.
On November 22, 2022, the City Council approved the 2023 Docket. The Docket includes one
site specific map amendment to the Comprehensive Plan.
On December 9, 2022, the City issued Determinations of Non-significance (DNS) for the proposed
comprehensive plan amendment pursuant to Title 21, Environmental Controls of the SVMC.
On March 24 and 31, 2023, notice for a public hearing on the proposed amendments was placed
in the Spokane Valley News Herald. On March 27, 2023, the site subject to an amendment was
posted with a “Notice of Public Hearing” sign with a description of the proposal and information
on the public hearing.
On March 9, 2023, the Planning Commission held a study session on the proposed 2023
Comprehensive Plan amendments. A public hearing on the proposed amendments was held April
13, 2023. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission deliberated on the proposed
CPA. On May 24, 2023, it was found that proper mailing notice for the April 13, 2023, public
hearing was not provided. A revised public hearing notice was issued for CPA-2023-0001. The
notice of public hearing was published on June 2 and 9, 2023, posted on the site on June 6, 2023,
and mailed to property owners within 400 feet of the proposed amendment on June 7, 2023. The
public hearing was held June 22, 2023. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission
deliberated on the proposed CPA. At the conclusion of the deliberations, the Planning
Commission voted 6-0 (one member was absent) to recommend to City Council approve CPA-
2023-0001.
OPTIONS: The City Council may accept, deny, or modify the Planning Commission
recommendations. If the Council chooses to modify a proposal and the modifications are
substantial, the City Council must either conduct a public hearing or refer the proposal back to
the Planning Commission for further consideration.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION:Consensus to proceedto a first reading of the
ordinance accepting the recommendations of the Planning Commission.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
STAFF CONTACT: Levi Basinger, Planner
ATTACHMENTS:
1. PowerPoint Presentation
2. Planning Commission Findings of Fact and Recommendation,
3. Planning Commission minutes: March 9, 2023, April 13, 2023, April 27, 2023, June 22,
2023, and July 13, 2023*
4. Staff Report to the Planning Commission
*Draft
3/09/20234/13/236/22/234/27/237/13/23
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Special Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Room 212 – Centerplace Regional Event Center
July 13, 2023
I.Planning Commission Vice-Chairman Haneke called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting
was held in person and via ZOOM meetings.
II.The Commissioners and staff stood for the Pledge Of Allegiance.
III.Administrative Assistant Robin Holt took attendance, and the following members and staff were
present:
Susan Delucchi Tony Beattie, Senior Deputy City Attorney
Val Dimitrov Chaz Bates, Planning Manager
Karl Granrath, absent Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Walt Haneke Levi Basinger, Planner
Bob McKinley Greg Bingaman, IT Specialist
Nancy Miller Robin Holt, Administrative Assistant
Daniel Wilson, absent
There was consensus from the Planning Commission members to excuse Chair Granrath
and Commissioner Wilson.
IV.AGENDA: Commissioner McKinley moved, and it was seconded to approve the July 13, 2023,
agenda as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against, and the motion passed.
V.MINUTES: Commissioner Miller moved, and it was seconded, to approve the June 22, 2023,
minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against, and the motion passed.
VI.COMMISSION REPORTS: There were no Planning Commission reports.
VII.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Planning Manager Chaz Bates reported that due to lack of
business, the July 27, 2023 and August 10, 2023 Planning Commission Meetings will be cancelled.
The next meeting will be held August 24, 2023.
VIII.PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX.COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a.Findings Of Fact: CPA-2023-0001: 2023 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
6-22-2023 Planning Commission MinutesPage 2 of 2
Planner Levi Basinger provided a brief overview of the Findings of Fact for CPA-2023-0001,
explaining how they formalize the Commission’s recommendations made after hearing public
comment and deliberation. Commissioner Delucchi asked for clarification regarding a scrivener error
on page 3, line item 23. Mr. Basinger advised the line should read “The proposed changes would have
no impact on projected density”.
Commissioner Delucchi moved to approve, and it was seconded, to forward the Findings of Fact to
the City Council as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against and the motion passed.
b.Findings Of Fact: CTA-2023-0002: Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations Update.
Senior Planner Lori Barlow provided a brief overview of the Findings of Fact for CTA-2023-0002,
explaining how they formalize the Commission’s recommendations made after hearing public
comment during the public hearing and lengthy deliberations.
Commissioner Miller moved to approve, and it was seconded, to forward the Findings of Fact to the
City Council as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against and the motion passed.
X.GOOD OF THE ORDER: The Commissioners offered thanks to the public for their comments
during the process and to City staff for their diligent work.
XI.ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley moved, and it was seconded, to adjourn the meeting
at 6:14 p.m. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
_______________________________ __________________________________
Karl Granrath, ChairmanDate Signed
____________________________________
Marianne Lemons, Secretary
C OMMUNITY &P UBLIC W ORKS D EPARTMENT
B UILDING &P LANNING D IVISION
S TAFF R EPORT TO THE P LANNING C OMMISSION
CPA-2023-01
S TAFF R EPORT D ATE:June 15, 2023
H EARING D ATE AND L OCATION: June 22, 2023, beginning at 6:00 p.m., at CenterPlace Regional Event
Center and remotely via Zoom. Due to an error in the notification process, the City of Spokane Valley is
holding a second public hearing on the comprehensive plan amendment described below.
Project Number: CPA-2023-01
Application Description:A request to change the comprehensive plan designation and zoning for
19.45 acres Single Family Residential (SFR) and 4.41 acres Neighborhood
Commercial (NC) toParks/Open Space (P/OS), for a total of 23.86 acres.
Location:Parcels 46351.9143, 46352.9149, 46354.9150, and 46355.9151; Section 35,
Township 26 North, Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County,
Washington
Applicant:City of Spokane Valley
Owners:City of Spokane Valley
Date of Application: November1, 2022
Staff Contact:Levi Basinger, Planner, 10210 E Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA
99206
A PPROVAL C RITERIA: Spokane Valley Comprehensive Plan, Title 17 Spokane Valley Municipal Code
(SVMC) General Provisions, Title 19 SVMC Zoning Regulations, and Title 21 SVMC Environmental
Controls.
A TTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1:Proposed Comprehensive PlanMapExhibit 7:Environmental Determination
Exhibit 2:Proposed ZoningMapExhibit 8:SEPA Checklist
Exhibit 3:Vicinity MapExhibit 9:Notice of Public Hearing
Exhibit 4:AerialMapExhibit 10:Agency Comments
Exhibit 5:Existing Comprehensive Plan MapExhibit 11:Public Comments
Exhibit 6:Existing Zoning
A.BACKGROUND INFORMATION
P ROPERTY I NFORMATION
The property consists of fourvacantparcels totaling 23.86acres,
Size and Characteristics:
located between Bigelow Gulch Road, Forker Road, and Progress
Road.
Comprehensive Plan:Single Family Residential (SFR),Neighborhood Commercial (NC)
Single Family Residential (R-3),Neighborhood Commercial (NC)
Zoning:
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Vacant (within floodplain and adjacent to drainage area for adjacent
Existing Use:
subdivision)
S URROUNDING C OMPREHENSIVE P LAN, Z ONING, AND L AND U SES
Comprehensive Plan: Rural Conservation (RCV, Spokane County)
North
Zoning: RCV (Spokane County)
Uses: Church, single-family residences
Comprehensive Plan:SFR
South
Zoning: R-3
Uses: Single-family residences
Comprehensive Plan: NC, SFR, Urban Reservce (UR, Spokane County)
East
Zoning: NC, R-3, UR (Spokane County)
Uses: School, single-family residences
Comprehensive Plan: SFR, RCV (Spokane County)
West
Zoning: R-3, RCV (Spokane County)
Uses: Single-family residences
A PPLICATION P ROCESSING:
Chapter 17.80 Permit Processing Procedures in the SVMC. The following summarizes key application
procedures for the proposal.
Application Submitted: November 2, 2022
SEPA DNS Issue date December 9, 2022
End of Appeal Period for DNS: December 27, 2022
st
Date of 1Mailed Notice of Public HearingMarch 29, 2023
st
Date of 1Published Notice of Public Hearing: March 24 & 31, 2023
st
1 Public Hearing April 13, 2023
Date of Initial Findings of Fact April 27, 2023
City Council Administrative ReportMay 23, 2023
nd
Date of 2 Mailed Notice of Public Hearing June 7, 2023
nd
Date of 2 Published Notice of Public Hearing: June 2 & 9, 2023
UMMARY AND I MPLICATIONS OF PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
S
If adopted the amendment will change the comprehensive plan land use designation and zoning to P/OS
which would largely limits development of the site to passive and active recreational uses. The current
zoning of P/OS does not permit residential development and only allows limited commercial uses.
B. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO SEPA
1. Findings:
Pursuant to Title 21 SVMC, the lead agency has determined that the proposal does not have a
probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). The City issued a Determination of Non-
Significance (DNS) for the proposal on December 9, 2022. The determination was made after
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review of a completed environmental checklist, the application, Titles 19, 21, and 22 SVMC, a
site assessment, public and agency comments, the Comprehensive Plan and associated
Environmental Impact Statement.
2.Conclusion(s):
The procedural requirements of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and Title 21 SVMC
have been fulfilled.
C.FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT AND AREA-WIDE REZONE
i.The City may approve Comprehensive Plan amendments and area-wide zone map amendments
if it finds that compliance with the approval criteria in SVMC 17.80.140.H.
(1)The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment;
Analysis: The proposed amendment to change the designation for 19 acres from Single
Family Residential (SFR) and 4 acres from Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to
Parks and Open Space (P/OS) bears a substantial relationship to the public
health, safety, welfare, and protection of the environment. In 2021, the City
acquired four parcels (46351.9143, 46352.9149, 46354.9150, 46355.9151)
west and south of Progress Road and east of Forker Road. The purpose behind
the city acquiring this land was to preserve open space within the 100-year
floodplain and to expand the city’s park lands. This area was generally
identified as New Park Area 1 in the 2019 Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
These plans were developed through an extensive community engagement
process. Additionally, the expansion is necessary to maintain the adopted Level
of Service (LOS) 3.25 acres of park land for every 1,000 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;
Analysis: 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 fourteen goals to guide
the development of local comprehensive plans and development regulations. The
proposal is consistent with the GMA goals to enhance recreational opportunities
and develop parks and recreation facilities. Additionally, the GMA requires a
Parks and Recreation element to be a part of the adopted comprehensive plan.
The City’s Comprehensive Plan adopts the Parks Plan by reference.
The proposed amendment will not have unanticipated impacts on other areas of
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;
Analysis: 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 corrects an obvious mapping error; or
Analysis: The proposed amendment is not in response to or corrects an obvious mapping
error.
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(5)The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis: The proposed amendment will address a documented deficiency of park land
and open space in the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan identifies
the following goals and policy that support the proposed change:
P-G1Develop, grow, and maintain a diverse and accessible park, recreation, trail,
and open space system that enhances community character.
P-P2Acquire land for the development of parks or the preservation of open space
within the City’s boundaries and adjacent UGAs.
P-P3Using the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, periodically assess recreational
facilities to identify potential gaps and improvements.
P-P7Identify and protect regional open spaces and natural areas to form a
connected network of active and passive recreation areas.
NR-G1: Pursue flood hazard reduction while providing predictability for landowners.
NR-P9: Ensure that wetlands, fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas, frequently
flooded areas, geologically hazardous areas, and critical aquifer recharge
areas are identified, designated, and protected.
ii.The City must also consider the following factors prior to approving Comprehensive Plan
amendments:
(6)The effect upon the physical environment;
Analysis: The change to P/OS will not impact the physical environment. The change will
result in less intensive uses than are allowed in SFR and NC zones, reducing
the potential effects on the physical environment.
(7)The effect on open space, streams, rivers, and lakes;
Analysis: According to the City’s Critical Areas map, most of the property is located in
the 100-year floodplain. The primary flood zone designation that applies to
the site is AO, which is defined as an area of shallow flooding, usually in the
form of sheet flow, with an average depth ranging from 1 to 3 feet. Pursuant
to SVMC 21.30.090.9, all structures in Zone AO shall are required to be
elevated to one-foot or more above the specified flood depth or flood-proofed
with watertight construction methods. Given the strict requirements applied to
structures in the floodplain, open fields allowing for passive or active
recreation, with no or few structures, are ideal for locations such as these.
There is also a seasonal stream (DNR Type F) located on the property that
flows into a drainage channel, which is deposited into a stormwater storage
basin where it infiltrates into the soil. The stream type and its route were
identified in a 2015 Water Type Modification. The parcels are 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 at the time
of future development.
(8)The compatibility with and impact on adjacent land uses and surrounding neighborhoods;
Analysis: The proposed amendment is compatible with the surrounding land uses. Future
development of the park space will provide a documented need and location
identified in the 2019 Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
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(9)The adequacy of and impact on community facilities including utilities, roads, public
transportation, parks, recreation, and schools;
Analysis: Sewer and water are available to the site. The nearest formal park is Plante’s
Ferry Park (Spokane County Parks) approximately 2 miles to the southwest.
The proposal will increase park land and future development will enhance the
park system helping maintain the adopted LOS.
The site is served by Progress Road and Forker Road, both Minor Arterials, on
the north and west exteriors of the site. The site also has frontage along Bigelow
Gulch Road to the east. A realignment of Bigelow Gulch Road and an extension
of Sullivan Road has recently finished construction. There are no
determinations for Levels of Service (LOS) of roadways adjacent to the site
since these are located outside municipal boundaries.
(10)The benefit to the neighborhood, City, and region;
Analysis: The proposed amendment will provide benefits to the neighborhood and City
by providing an opportunity to provide park space to the neighborhood
without the need to leave the area. Plante’s Ferry Park, the nearest formal
public park, is outside municipal boundaries and maintained by Spokane
County; therefore, it is not considered in determining the LOS for park land.
This will provide new City-owned and maintained park space for residents
underserved by the municipal park system. The expansion of park space in
this area will help the City meet its adopted LOS for park land.
(11)The quantity and location of land planned for the proposed land use type and density and
the demand for such land;
Analysis: The quantity and location of park land is planned for and needed as identified
in the Parks Plan. A park at this location furthers the goals of the Parks Plan
and Comprehensive Plan. The site provides easy access for pedestrians,
bicycles, and automobiles.
(12)The current and projected population density in the area; and
Analysis: The proposed change would have minimal impact on projected population
density. Development of the property is severely limited due to being in the
100-year floodplain and being encumbered by an easement for Bonneville
Power Administration (BPA).
(13)The effect upon other aspects of the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis: The proposal will not have an impact on other aspects of the Comprehensive
Plan. In addition to meeting the goals in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
the proposed amendment addresses the following goals, policies, and strategy
of the Comprehensive Plan:
LU-G2 Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents,
employees, and visitors.
LU-P18 Enable public open spaces.
P-G1 Develop, grow, and maintain a diverse and accessible park,
recreation, trail, and open space system that enhances community
character.
P-P2Acquire land for the development of parks or the preservation of
open space within the City’s boundaries and adjacent UGAs.
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P-P3 Using the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, periodically assess
recreational facilities to identify potential gaps and improvements.
P-P5 Design parks and community facilities to provide easy access for
pedestrians, bicycles, autos, and public transit.
P-P8 Plan for access to parks, trails, and other open spaces in all
neighborhoods.
NR-G1 Pursue flood hazard reduction while providing predictability for
landowners.
NR-P2 Prepare and/or regularly update watershed plans for Chester
Creek, Glenrose Channel, Saltese Creek, Forker Draw, and Central
Park Basin.
NR-P3 Prepare an accurate, updated map of areas expected to be
inundated by a 100-year flood, particularly in the Spokane River,
Forker Draw, and Glenrose Channel Areas.
NR-P9 Ensure that wetlands, fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas,
frequently flooded areas, geologically hazardous areas, and critical
aquifer recharge areas are identified, designated, and protected.
Conclusion(s):
For the reasons outlined above the proposed amendment is consistent with SVMC 17.80.140(H).
D. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Findings:
Staff has received three public comments to date.
Date Name & Address Comment(s)
April 1, 2023 Inna Goleta Summarized:
innachkagoleta@hotmail.com 1. Parcels are home to many species of birds and
wildlife.
2. Natural areas should be set aside for wildlife.
3. Should be planned in a way to benefit both
community and wildlife.
4. Sidewalks and paved pathways should be
installed for walking and bicycling more safe
and enjoyable.
April 6, 2023 Christine Beirouty Summarized:
cbeirouty@gmail.com1. Understanding that development is not
possible in specified location.
2. Opposed to any new homes being built in
specified location.
April 13, 2023Susan Brunemeir Summarized:
14717 E Caprio Avenue 1. In favor of natural park.
suebru72@gmail.com 2. Wetlands ideal habitat for birds.
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Comments received following the date of this staff report will be provided to the Planning
Commission at the June 22, 2023 meeting.
2.Conclusion(s):
An initial Notice of Public Hearing (NOPH) was published March 24 and 31, 2023. The NOPH
was posted on site on March 27, 2023 and mailed to property owners within a 400 foot radius of
the site on March 29, 2023.
After the public hearing and after the Planning Commission made their recommendation to City
Council, it was identified that the mailing notice for the public hearing was inadequate. The buffer
created to generate the mailing list excluded Parcel Number 46354.9150, meaning property
owners within 400 feet of the proposal were not notified by mail. To ensure that the Planning
Commission has the opportunity to hear new and relevant public testimony, staff has reissued the
public notice for CPA-2023-0001.
On June 2 and 9, 2023, a second Notice of Public Hearing for the proposed amendments was
published. On June 6, 2023, a second notice of the public hearing was posted on site, and on June
7, 2023, a second notice of public hearing was mailed to property owners within 400 feet of the
proposed amendment.
E.FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO AGENCY COMMENTS
1.Findings:
Agency Received CommentsComments Dated
City of Spokane Valley Senior Traffic Engineer
City of Spokane Valley Development Engineering
City of Spokane Valley Building & Planning
City of Spokane Valley Parks & Recreation
Spokane Valley Fire Department Yes 12-07-22
City of Millwood
City of Liberty Lake
City of Spokane
City of Spokane Valley Police Department
Spokane County, Building and Planning
Spokane County, Wastewater System DivisionYes 12-12-22
Spokane County, Clean Air Agency
Spokane County, Fire District No. 1
Spokane County, Fire District No. 8
Spokane County Regional Health District
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
Spokane Aquifer Joint Board
Spokane Transit Authority (STA)
Spokane Regional Transportation Council (SRTC)
Washington State Dept of Commerce
Washington State Dept of Ecology (Olympia)
Washington State Dept of Ecology (Spokane)
Washington State Dept of Fish & Wildlife
Washington State Dept of Natural Resources
Washington State Dept of Transportation
Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
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WA Archaeological & Historic Preservation
Avista Utilities
Inland Power & Light
Modern Electric Water Company
Conoco Phillips (Yellowstone Pipeline)Yes 12-07-22
Central Valley School District #356
East Valley School District #361
West Valley School District #363
Century Link
Comcast
Model Irrigation District #18
Consolidated Irrigation District #19
East Spokane Water District #1
Vera Water & Power
Spokane County Water District #3
Spokane Tribe of Indians
2.Conclusion(s):
No concerns are noted.
F.CONCLUSION:
For the reasons set forth in Section C above, the proposed amendment to amend the Comprehensive Plan
and adopt the area-wide rezone to change the land use designation and zoning to of parcels 46351.9143,
46352.9149, 46354.9150, and 46355.9151 to P/OS complies with the requirements of SVMC 17.80.140.H
and the Comprehensive Plan.
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Exhibit 1
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Exhibit 6
Exhibit 7
Exhibit 8
STAFF USE ONLY
Date Submitted: Received by: Fee:
PLUS #: File#:
PART I – REQUIRED MATERIAL
**THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF THE REQUIRED MATERIALS ARE NOT
PROVIDED**
Completed SEPA Checklist
Application Fee
Reduced Site Plan of proposal in 8½” by 11” or 11” by 17” size
Trip Distribution and Generation Letter, if requested by Development Engineering.
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider
the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must
be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The
purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal
(and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS
is required.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental
agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant,
requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the
best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you
should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire
experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not
know" or "does not apply." Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations.
Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on
different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its
environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or
provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact.
USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NON-PROJECT PROPOSALS:
Complete this checklist for non-project proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply."
IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON-PROJECT ACTIONS (Part D).
Exhibit 8
For non-project actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site"
should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: CPA-2023-01. An amendment to the Future Land Use Map of the
2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan.
2. Name of applicant: City of Spokane Valley
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 10210 E. Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA
99206. Contact: Levi Basinger, Planner, Community and Public Works Division. (509) 720-533,
lbasinger@spokanevalley.org
4. Date checklist prepared: November 2, 2022
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Spokane Valley
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Anticipated adoption June 2023
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this
proposal? Yes. If yes, explain. The property is planned for future park space. Future development may
require a separate SEPA process.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly
related to this proposal. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was completed for the City’s
Comprehensive Plan. The document is titled 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan Final Environmental Impact
Statement (FEIS) and supporting Development Regulations.
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly
affecting the property covered by your proposal? None. If yes, explain.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Approval by City
Council.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and
site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your
proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to
include additional specific information on project description.) The amendment is to change approximately
19 acres of Single Family Residential (SFR) designated land and approximately 10 acres of Neighborhood
Commercial (NC) designated land to a designation of Parks, Recreation and Open Space (P/OS). The change
Exhibit 8
would formally recognize the public ownership and intended use of the property.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your
proposed project, including street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal
would occur over a range of area provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description,
site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans
required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit
applications related to this checklist. The proposal is generally located west and south of N Progress Road
and east of N Forker Road. The property is vacant and unaddressed. The parcel numbers are 46351.9143,
46352.9149, 46354.9150, and 46355.9151 and can be further located using these coordinates: 47.708267, -
117.206544. The property is located adjacent to the northern city boundary.
13. Does the proposed action lie within the Aquifer Sensitive Area (ASA)?
The general Sewer Service Area? Yes.
Priority Sewer Service Area? Yes.
(See: Spokane County’s ASA Overlay zone Atlas for boundaries).
14. The following questions supplement Part A:
a. Critical Aquifer Recharge Area (CARA) / Aquifer Sensitive Area (ASA).
1. Describe any systems, other than those designed for the disposal of sanitary waste, installed for the
purpose of discharging fluids below the ground surface (includes systems such as those for the
disposal of stormwater or drainage from floor drains). Describe the type of system, the amount of
materials to be disposed of through the system and the types of material likely to be disposed of
(including materials which may enter the system inadvertently through spills or as a result of
firefighting activities). This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. Future
development would be analyzed under separate SEPA process.
2. Will any chemicals (especially organic solvents or petroleum fuels) be stored in aboveground or
underground storage tanks? If so, what types and quantities of material will be stored?
This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. Future development would be
analyzed under a separate SEPA process.
3. What protective measures will be taken to insure that leaks or spills of any chemicals stored or used
on site will not be allowed to percolate to groundwater? This includes measures to keep chemicals
out of disposal systems. This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. Future
development would be analyzed under separate SEPA process.
4. Will any chemicals be stored, handled or used on the site in a location where a spill or leak will drain
to surface or groundwater or to a stormwater disposal system discharging to surface or
groundwater? This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. Future development
would be analyzed under separate SEPA process.
b. Stormwater
1. What are the depths on the site to groundwater and to bedrock (if known)? Unknown
Exhibit 8
2. Will stormwater be discharged into the ground? If so, describe any potential impacts.
This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. Future development would be
analyzed under separate SEPA process.
B. Environmental Elements
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: floodplain.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Unknown
What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, much)?
If you know the classification of agricultural souls, specify them and note any prime farmland. This is a
non-project action changing the future land use map. The site is currently undeveloped, and the
application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any future changes will be reviewed under a
separate SEPA process.
Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity?No. If so, describe.
Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Also indicate
source of fill. Not applicable.
c. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Not applicable.
About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for
example, asphalt or buildings)? Not applicable.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion or other impacts to the earth, if any: Not applicable.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile, odors, and
industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe
and give approximate quantities if known. Not applicable.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? Yes. If so, generally
describe. The site is accessed from Forker Road and Progress Road, both considered minor arterials,
from the west and north respectively. The site also has frontage along Bigelow Gulch Road to the east.
Wellesley Avenue is located further south. These are all sources of vehicle emissions affecting the site in
question. A realignment of Bigelow Gulch Road directly north of the site and an extension of Sullivan
Road southeast was recently completed.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Not Applicable.
3. Water
a. Surface:
Exhibit 8
1. Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and
seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If
appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. A seasonal stream (DNR Type F) is located on
the property in question and flows into a drainage channel, which is deposited into a stormwater
storage basin where it infiltrates into the soil. The stream type and its route were identified in a
2015 Water Type Modification. The stream also appears as a riverine wetland on the National
Wetland Inventory.
2. Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If
yes, please describe and attach available plans. This is a non-project action changing the future land
use map. The site is currently undeveloped, and the application does not evaluate a specific future
use. Any future changes will be reviewed under a separate SEPA process.
3. Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface
water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected and the source of fill
material. Not applicable.
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose,
and approximate quantities if known. Not appliable.
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? Yes. If so, note location on the site plan. Almost
the entire property is located in the 100-year floodplain. This property was subject to a Letter of
Map Revision in 2018 (LOMR 18-10-1264P), amending the Flood Insurance Rate Map in this
location. As a result, most of the property is located in the floodplain, flood zones AE and AO. The
flood zone designations that apply to the site are Zones AE and AO.
6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters?
If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. Not applicable.
b. Ground:
1. Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities known. Not applicable.
2. Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources,
if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals; agricultural;
etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to
be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve.
Not applicable.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1. Describe the source of runoff (including stormwater) and method of collection and disposal, if any
(include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If
so, describe. This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. The site is currently
undeveloped, and the application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any future changes will
Exhibit 8
be reviewed under a separate SEPA process.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. Not applicable.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:
This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. The site is currently undeveloped, and the
application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any future changes will be reviewed under a
separate SEPA process.
4. Plants
a. Circle types of vegetation found on the site:
1. Deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
2. Evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
3. Shrubs
4. Grass
5. Pasture
6. Crop or grain
7. Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
8. Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
9. Other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? None proposed
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the
site, if any: Not appliable.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near
the site:
1. Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other
2. Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other
3. Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known.
c. Is the site part off a migration route? Not applicable. If so, explain.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: Not applicable.
6. Energy and natural resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed
project’s energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. Not applicable.
Exhibit 8
b.Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe. Not applicable.
c.What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: Not applicable.
7.Environmental health
a.Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and
explosion, spill, or hazardous waste that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
This is a non-project action changing the future land use map. The site is currently undeveloped, and the
application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any future changes will be reviewed under a
separate SEPA process.
1.Describe special emergency services that might be required. Not applicable.
2.Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Not applicable.
b.Noise
1.What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment,
operation, other)? The site is adjacent to a residential neighborhood and an arterial road. Future
development may account for these noises in design.
2.What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or
a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise
would come from the site. Not applicable.
3.Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Not applicable.
8.Land and shoreline use
a.What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site is currently owned by the City of
Spokane Valley and Spokane County.
b.Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. Unknown.
c.Describe any structures on the site. There are no structures on site.
d.Will any structures be demolished? No. If so, what?
e.What is the current zoning classification of the site? Single-Family Residential (R-3) and Neighborhood
Commercial (NC).
f.What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Single-Family Residential and
Neighborhood Commercial.
Exhibit 8
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not applicable.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an “environmentally sensitive” area?
If so, specify. The site is located in the 100-year floodplain and contains a seasonal stream onsite.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? None.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? Not applicable.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: Not applicable.
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans.
If any: Not applicable.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provide, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income
housing. Not applicable.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-
income housing. Not applicable.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: Not applicable.
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas?
What is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? Not applicable.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? Not applicable.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Not applicable.
11. Light and glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce?
What time of day would it mainly occur? Not applicable.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Not applicable.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Not applicable.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Not applicable.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? The nearest
formal park is Plante’s Ferry Park approximately 2 miles to the southwest. East Valley Middle School
and East Valley High School are located 0.4 miles to the south and both provide recreation
Exhibit 8
opportunities.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses?
If so, describe. No.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be
provided by the project or applicant, if any: This is a non-project action changing the future land use
map. The site is currently undeveloped, and the application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any
future changes will be reviewed under a separate SEPA process.
13. Historic and cultural preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preservation registers
known to be on or next to the site? No. If so, generally describe.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance
known to be on or next to the site. Unknown.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: Not applicable.
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site and describe proposed access to the existing street
system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is currently undeveloped. There are informal access points
from N Forker Road and N Progress Road.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? No. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit
stop? The nearest transit stop is located 0.3 miles south at Progress and Wellesley.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate?
Not applicable.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not
including driveways? Not applicable. If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). While
the land use change does not require improvements, future site development will improve access to
new park space established on site.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation?
If so, generally describe. Not applicable.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. Not applicable.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: The city’s adopted comprehensive
plan adopts a level of service for transportation services. There are ongoing improvements to the
transportation system in the vicinity, but these improvements were not due to future development of
Exhibit 8
Exhibit 8
groundwater.
a. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Development of the site would require
pollutants from vehicles in storm runoff be treated in stormwater basins. Increase in vehicle emissions
in the immediate vicinity generated by future use of the site would be mitigated by improved traffic
circulation applied at development of the site.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? Increase in human activity
onsite.
a. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: Maintain water and
drainage courses, preserve open spaces, and enhance vegetation with future landscape plans.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Electricity used on site to power
facilities on site.
a. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: Limit hours of public use for
the site during normal operations and implement seasonal restrictions for public use of site
facilities (i.e. restrooms).
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or
eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers,
threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime
farmlands? Increase in human activity on site and development of the site for public access and recreation.
a. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: Review of
environmentally sensitive areas during future SEPA process and at time of site development. All
development on site would be required to meet requirements for development in the floodplain, which
includes a requirement for net loss in flood storage capacity.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or
encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Not applicable; no shoreline areas
present.
a. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: Not applicable.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities?
Additional traffic generated from future park use on site.
a. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Review impacts to roadway level of
service at time of site development. Necessary improvements to the adjacent transportation network
would be made at time of site development to maintain levels of service and maintain vehicle
circulation.
Exhibit 8
Exhibit 9
Hearing Date
Pursuant to Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) 17.80.120, Notice of Public Hearing, the Building
& Planning Division is sending notice of a public hearing to all property owners within 400 feet of project
number CPA-2023-01. The public hearing for this project is scheduled for Thursday, April 13, 2023
beginning at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard, in Room 109; Centerplace Regional Event
Center; 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216.
Meeting Details: The hearing will be conducted in person, with the option to attend 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.
Project Information
Project Number: CPA-2023-01
Application A request to change land use designation and zoning for approximately
Description: 23.86 acres Single Family Residential and Neighborhood Commercial to
Parks/Open Space for parcels 46351.9143, 46352.9149, 46354.9150, and
46355.9151.
Location: The property consists of four vacant parcels located between Bigelow Gulch
Road, Forker Road, and Progress Road, Section 35, Township 26 North,
Range 44 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County, Washington.
Owner/Applicant:City of Spokane Valley
Staff Contact: Levi Basinger, Planner, 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA
99206; phone: (509) 720-5332; email: lbasinger@spokanevalley.org
Hearing Process and Appeals
The Planning Commission will conduct the hearing pursuant to the rules of procedure adopted in SVMC
Title 18 (Boards and Authorities). Any appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision will be based on
the record established before the Planning Commission, pursuant to SVMC 17.90 (Appeals). The
Planning Commission will forward a recommendation on the request to the Spokane Valley City Council.
Providing Comments
The public is encouraged to provide comment in person at the hearing, or to submit written comments prior
to the hearing by sending the comments to Levi Basinger, 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA
99206, or email to lbasinger@spokanevalley.org. Comments will need to be submitted no later than 4:00
PM on April 13, 2023 in order for them to be received and prepared for submission into the record.
Comments received will be entered into the record at the time of the public participation portion of the
Public Hearing. Comments received through US Mail will be included if they are received prior to the
hearing.
All interested persons may testify at the public hearing in person or via the zoom meeting address and/or
phone number. Interested persons will need to sign up via ZOOM to speak no later than 4:00 p.m. on April
13, 2023 at the link provided in the agenda posted at the link referenced above. Use the link above to sign
up for oral public comments. The link will direct you to directions to sign up for oral public comments.
This is not an opportunity for questions or discussion. Remarks will be limited to three minutes per person.
Written comments and documents may only be submitted prior to the hearing.
Environmental Determination
Pursuant to Title 21, Environmental Controls of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC), the lead
agency has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. A
Exhibit 9
Determination of Non-Significance was issued under Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 197-11-
340(2) on December 9, 2022. The comment period for the determination ended December 27, 2022.
Staff Report and Inspection of File
A staff report will be available for inspection seven (7) calendar days before the hearing. The staff report
and other associated documents may be inspected by searching under “Current Agenda” at this web address:
www.spokanevalley.org/planningcommission. If you have any questions, please contact Levi Basinger,
Planner, Building & Planning Division, at (509) 720-5332 or lbasinger@spokanevalley.org.
Exhibit 10
F RANK S OTO J R,F IRE C HIEF
2120 N. Wilbur
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
(509)928-1700 Main
(509)892-4125 Fax
spokanevalleyfire.com
December 7,2022
Permit #:CPA-2023-0001
Project Address:West & South of Progress Road and East of Forker Road
Project Description:Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 2023/SEPA Environmental Checklist
Levi Basinger
10210 E. Sprague Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
RE: Technical Review Comments
The Spokane Valley Fire Department has completed a review for the above referenced projectand has
no comments on the SEPA checklist. All specific Fire Department requirements shall be conditioned on
associated commercial permits.
If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
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Traci Harvey
Fire Protection Engineer
Spokane Valley Fire Department
Exhibit 10
From:Polak, Chad M
To:Levi Basinger
Subject:FW: SEPA Determination for 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Date:Wednesday, December 7, 2022 12:31:09 PM
Attachments:image001.jpg
Threshold Determination_CPA-2023-01.pdf
Comp Plan Amendment Map.pdf
SEPA Checklist_CPA-2023-0001.pdf
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Good Afternoon Levi,
There is no impact to the YPL pipeline and we do not have any questions.
Sincerely,
Chad M. Polak
Agent, Real Estate Services
O: (+1) 303.376.4363 | M: (+1) 720.245.4683
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3960 East 56 Avenue | Commerce City, CO 80022
Phillips 66
From: Levi Basinger <lbasinger@spokanevalley.org>
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Exhibit 10
To lbasinger@spokanevalley.org
From: Dawn Dompier
Date: 12/12/2022
Subject: CPA-2023-01
Project Name: 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Stage: DNS
Description: Change land use from SFR to Parks/Open Space
Site Address:
The Spokane County Public Works Wastewater
FA01System Division has no objection to the finalization of
the above mentioned project.
If your project requires a sewer plan submittal, please refer to the requirements here:
Development Plan Review Checklist
Additional General Commercial Sewer information can be found here:
General Commercial Sewer Info | Water Usage Estimate Form
Sewer Planning and Design webpage
Sewer Planning & Design
Exhibit 11
From:Innachka Goleta
To:Levi Basinger
Subject:Project# CPA-2023-01
Date:Saturday, April 1, 2023 7:50:39 PM
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Hello,
I am writing in regards to the project # CPA-2023-01 in favor of changing the land use from
Single Family Residential and Neighborhood Commercial to Parks/Open Space. The four vacant
parcels are home to many species of birds and other wildlife. American Goldfinches, House Finches,
Dark-Eyed Juncos, Song Sparrows, Northern Flickers, Red-tailed Hawks, and the Great Horned Owls
are just a few of the many birds that call the vacant parcels “home.” I believe that wildlife should be
preserved in any and every way possible. Creating a Park/Open Space instead of new developments
would ensure that the wildlife will not be forced to move elsewhere. The park should be planned in a
way that benefits the community and the wildlife as well; perhaps even sectioning off parcel
46355.9151 and parcel 46352.9149 as natural areas for wildlife. Sidewalks and paved pathways
would make bicycle riding and walking more safe and enjoyable. In conclusion, I am FOR the parcels
to be Park/Open Space parcels.
Thank you for your consideration.
Inna Goleta
Exhibit 11
Exhibit 11
From:Sue Brun
To:Levi Basinger
Subject:Project CPA-2023-01 application to change
Date:Thursday, April 13, 2023 2:51:20 PM
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Proposed zoning change to park.
I’m all for a natural park on my back fence. This is a good location and since it is really wet in
the fields there….there might be some nice birds that will make it their habitats if some of the
marshy parts are left.
Thank you spokane valley for giving wildlife a place and humans to be able to share and learn
with the changing community.
Susan Brunemeier
14717 E Caprio.
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Item: Check all that apply:
consent old business new business public hearing
information admin. report pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: 2024 Budget – Draft Council Goals
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: n/a
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: The first introduction to the 2024 Draft Council Budget
Goals was at the May 9, 2023, Council meeting as an admin report to preview the newly created
priority list. The following Council meeting on May 16, 2023, Council was presented an overview
of the current priority projects and was provided the opportunity to score and prioritize the list for
further discussion at the 2024 Budget Workshop. During the 2024 Budget Workshop held on June
13, 2023, Council discussed a variety of topics including the completed Priority Project Ranking
Sheet.
BACKGROUND: Each year the City prepares an annual budget, and in the 2024 Budget
development cycle, Council will ultimately have an opportunity to discuss the 2024 Budget
development on eight separate occasions beginning with the June 13, 2023 Budget Workshop
and ending with the scheduled November 7, 2023 adoption of the 2024 Budget. As part of the
process, each department establishes goals for the upcoming year. The following draft 2024 goals
are presented tonight for Council discussion:
1. Public Safety:
Public safety is the City Council’s highest priority which begins with providing
superior police services to protect lives, property, and to maintain a safe and
welcoming City. Ongoing continued improvements to the City’s law enforcement
agreement with Spokane County shall be implemented as needed while ensuring
the Spokane Valley Police Precinct meets the needs of our Police Department.
Recognizing the Spokane Valley community and City Council places paramount
priority on public safety as a means to create a safe, livable environment to raise
families and grow successful businesses, the City will prioritize ongoing
administration and examination of areas for improvement of critical components of
the public safety system, including booking, prosecution services, court services,
jail operations, and post-detention services.
2. Pavement Preservation:
Maintain and sustain a safe and resilient transportation infrastructure using cost
effective means and methods that consider the long-term needs of the network.
Providing sufficient funding for these activities is an important component of the
budgeting process.
3. Transportation and Infrastructure:
Strengthen and improve transportation infrastructure to safely connect the
community, while supporting a diverse and robust economy, incorporating new and
innovative technologies to improve the quality of life for all users.
4. Economic Development:
Actively support our existing businesses and industries by identifying retention and
expansion opportunities to facilitate employment growth and a stable tax base.
Collaborate with local, state, and national partners to identify resources to support
the City’s economic development initiatives.
Grow local tourism through asset development and targeted destination marketing
to support hotels and retail establishments.
5. Communications:
Increase community interactions, share information, and obtain feedback and
provide awareness on all the aspects that make Spokane Valley a great place to
live, work, and play.
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 2024 as well
as include in the 2024 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 7, 2023
adoption of the 2024 Budget.
STAFF CONTACT: John Hohman, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS: Council Priority Project Ranking Sheet as discussed at the June 13, 2023
Budget Workshop.
Ranking
Priority ItemRodArneBenPamTimLaura
Score
TOTAL
1111116
Police
1111116
Staffing
22212211
Facilities
22132212
Technology
22213111
Precinct/Court Uses
1111116
Public Safety
1121218
Court Review
2221119
Jail Discussions
1122219
Prosecutor Review
33111211
Emergency Management Planning
1111127
Finance
1111217
Software Implementation
1111127
Grant and Project Management
33111211
Annual Financial Report
1111116
Annual Budget
1121117
Communications/PR
1121218
Expectations
1131129
Community Relations
11322110
Volunteer Coordination
11312210
Engagement
1112117
Economic Development
22122211
Tourism Strategy Outcomes
11113310
Annexations
1111217
Business Retention & Expansion
33211111
Housing & Homelessness
33211212
Funding
32222314
Department Creation
22212211
Homeless Action Plan
Workforce Housing & Homeownership
1132119
Incentives
11322211
CenterPlace
22322112
Define Programming Priorities
13322213
Staffing
11322211
Long-Term Facility Planning
1121128
Information Technology
1121218
Cyber Security
11322211
Long-Range Planning
22221312
Parks and Recreation
22312111
Parks Maintenance Contract
1111217
Park Security
33222315
Park System Planning
1121117
Community and Public Works
1121117
Code Enforcement
1111116
Streets Funding
22112210
Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
33111211
Permitting
33112313
Comprehensive Plan Update
1121128
Human Resources
1121218
Retention and Recruitment
33311314
ADA Transition Plan
33212314
Collective Bargaining
22211210
Legislative Engagement
33212213
Expectations
22212211
Facilities
22312212
Management and Improvement
1121117
Protection and Security
High Priority
Medium Priority
Low Priority
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 23, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
information admin. report pending legislation executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: CTA-2023-0002 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Regulations Update
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 36.70A.106, SVMC 17.80.150 and SVMC 19.30.040.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: On April 18, 2023, Council agreed by consensus to
review the owner-occupy requirement of the ADU regulations.
BACKGROUND: CTA-2023-0002 is a city-initiated code text amendment to eliminate the
requirement that the property owner occupy the primary dwelling unit or the ADU. Amendments
to Titles 17 through 24 SVMC require the Planning Commission to review the proposed change
and provide a recommendation to City Council.
On May 11 and June 8, 2023, the Planning Commission conducted study sessions on the
proposed amendment. On June 22, 2023, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing
followed by deliberations. At the conclusion of the deliberations, the Planning Commission voted
6-0 (one member was absent) to recommend to City Council that CTA-2023-0002 be denied for
the following reasons:
1. The proposed amendment will turn neighborhoods into rentals.
2. Evidence was not provided that removing the requirement will have an impact on the
housing crisis.
3. The rights of property owners should be protected and balanced against the rights of the
adjacent property owners.
4. The impacts to infrastructure and the long-term consequences of increased density should
be studied prior to adopting changes to density.
5. The discussion is premature until the full impacts of the legislative changes is evaluated.
The City should use the next 3 years to prepare for the changes.
6. The rights of the current residents should be considered versus the capital investments
necessary to support the additional population.
7. The change would make existing ADU's operating without the property owner living on the
premises a legal ADU.
8. Private property rights should be protected to the extent that the rights of others are not
impacted. The current rules protect those interests.
9. Spokane removed the owner requirement, and it resulted in a doubling of ADU permits.
OPTIONS: Consensus to proceed with first ordinance reading, accept the Planning Commission’s
recommendation and not proceed with a first ordinance reading, or take other action deemed
appropriate.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION:Council consensus to place the first reading of an
ordinance on a future agenda.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
STAFF CONTACT: Lori Barlow, AICP, Senior Planner
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Power Point Presentation
2. Draft CTA-2023-0002 Amendment
3. Planning Commissions Findings of Fact and Recommendation
4. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes: 5-11-2023, 6-8-2023*, 6-22-2023 and 7-13-
2023*
5. Staff Report CTA-2023-0002 with Power Point Presentation
* Draft
Comparison (
–
Draft Regulations
Benefits and Purpose of ADU Update
CTA-2023-0002 ADU Update-DraftPage1/2
19.40.030Development standards Accessory dwelling units.
A.Site.
1.An ADU may be developed in conjunction with either an existing or new primary dwelling unit;
2.One ADU, attached or detached, is allowed per lot; and
3.One off-street parking space for the ADU is required in addition to the off-street parking requiredfor the
primary dwelling unit.
B.Building.
1.The ADU shall be designed to meet the appearance of a single-family residence and shall be the same or
visually match the primary dwelling unit in the type, size, and placement of the following:
a.Exterior finish materials;
b.Roof pitch;
c.Trim; and
d.Windows, in proportion (relationship of width to height) and orientation (horizontal or vertical);
2.The entrance to an attached ADU shall be located on the side or in the rear of the structure or in such a
manner as to be unobtrusive in appearance when viewed from the front of the street. Only one entrance may be
located on the facade of the primary dwelling unit in order to maintain the appearance of a single-family
residence;
3.The ADU shall not exceed 50percent of the habitable square footage of the primary dwelling unit, nor be
less than 300 square feet;
4.The footprint of the ADU shall not exceed 10 percent of the lot area or 1,000 square feet, whichever is
greater; and
5.The ADU unit shall not have more than two bedrooms.
C.Additional Development Standards for ADUs.
1.ADUs shall be located behind the front building setback line and placed on a permanent foundation;
2.ADUs shall preserve all side yard and rear yard setbacks for a dwelling unit pursuant to Table 19.70-1;
3.ADUs shall not be allowed on lots containing a duplex, multifamily dwelling, or accessory apartment
contained within the principal structure; and
4.Existing detached accessory structures may be converted into detached ADUs; provided, that all
development standards and criteria are met, including side yard and rear yard setbacks.
D.Other.
1.The owner, as established by the titleholder, shall occupy either the primary dwelling unit or the ADU as
their permanent residence for six months or more of the calendar year and at no time receive rent for the
owner-occupied unit. The application for the ADU shall include a letter from the owner affirming that one legal
titleholder lives in either unit, meeting the requirement of owner occupancy.
12.Prior to issuance of occupancy, a deed restriction shall be recorded with the Spokane County auditor to
indicate the presence of an ADU,the requirement of owner occupancy,and other standards for maintaining the
unit as described in the SVMC.
CTA-2023-0002 ADU Update-DraftPage2/2
23. Home businesses are prohibited in the ADU.
34. Approval of an ADU may be revoked if the ADU is no longer in compliance with the development
standards and criteria outlined in the SVMC.
45e County auditor. The ADU
may also be cancelled as a result of an enforcement action.
Special Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Room 109 – Centerplace Regional Event Center
June 8, 2023
I.Planning Commission Chairman Karl Granrath called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting
was held in person and via ZOOM meetings.
II.The Commissioners, staff, and audience stood for the Pledge Of Allegiance.
III.Administrative Assistant Marianne Lemons took attendance, and the following members and staff
were present:
Susan Delucchi Kelly Konkright, Contract Attorney
Val Dimitrov, absent Chaz Bates, Planning Manager
Karl Granrath Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Walt Haneke Chad Knodel, IT Specialist
Bob McKinley Marianne Lemons, Administrative Assistant
Nancy Miller
Daniel Wilson, absent
There was consensus from the Planning Commission members to excuse Commissioner
Dimitrov and Commissioner Wilson.
IV.AGENDA: Commissioner Delucchi moved and it was seconded to approve the June 8, 2023
agenda as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against, and the motion passed.
V.MINUTES: Commissioner Haneke moved and it was seconded to approve the May 11, 2023
minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was four in favor, zero
against, and the motion passed. Commissioner McKinley abstained from the vote because he was
not present at the meeting.
Commissioner Haneke moved and it was seconded to approve the May 25, 2023 minutes as
presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero against, and the
motion passed
VI.COMMISSION REPORTS: Commissioner Delucchi reported that she has been looking at other
Cities land uses while traveling. She commented that she thinks that Spokane Valley could update
their code in a way that doesn’t sacrifice the beauty of the Valley for economic growth.
VII.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Planning Manager Chaz Bates reported that the City Council
passed the Street Vacation for Oaks Academy that was reviewed by the Planning Commission. He
also mentioned that there was a parcel that was missed during the noticing of the Comprehensive
6-08-2023 Planning Commission MinutesPage 2 of 4
Plan Amendment Update so that item will be reheard by the Planning Commission at the next
meeting.
VIII.PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX.COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a.Motion Consideration: Planning Commission Rules Of Procedure Amendment
Contract Attorney Kelly Konkright presented a proposed amendment to the rules of procedure. He
explained that City Hall remediation work is currently underway in the Council Chambers. To
accommodate the work, it is necessary to temporarily relocate the regular meetings of the Planning
Commission to CenterPlace.
The Planning Commission Rules of Procedures includes the date, time, and location of its meetings.
The proposed amendment to the Rules of Procedure will change the location of the regular meetings
from City Hall to CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley,
Washington. The dates and times of the meetings will remain the same, the second and fourth
Thursday of each month beginning at 6:00 p.m. This change will benefit the public by increasing
efficiency of Commission business and will alleviate staff time associated with setting special
meetings.
Commissioner McKinley moved and it was seconded to waive the rules and recommend approval to
the City Council to amend the Planning Commission Rules of Procedure to change the location of
meetings to Centerplace Regional Event Center. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion
was four in favor, one against with Chairman Granrath dissenting, and the motion passed
b.Study Session: CTA-2023-0002 – Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Regulations Update
Senior Planner Lori Barlow presented a staff report. She stated that CTA-2023-0002 is a city-
initiated code text amendment to revise Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) 19.40.030 as it
related to ADU standards. The proposed regulation change will eliminate the requirement that the
property owner occupy the primary dwelling unit or the ADU and other matters related. Pursuant to
SVMC 19.30.040 modification to SVMC Titles 17 through 24 are classified as a Type IV
development application and require the Planning Commission to provide a recommendation to the
City Council.
Ms. Barlow explained that the reason for the change is that the requirement creates a barrier for the
construction of ADU’s to be constructed at the same time as a new home build. It also negatively
impacts opportunities to provide affordable/flexible housing options.
Ms. Barlow stated that the premise for the regulation was that ADU’s were historically intended to
allow for family members needing care. There are also some apprehensions about noise and
negative impacts that may be caused by unsupervised renters. It allowed cities to limit the frequency
of ADU’s.
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Ms. Barlow said that the Washington Department of Commerce has identified a housing crisis and
has provided a breakdown of future housing needs. The breakdown estimates that Washington will
need 1.1 million housing units in the next 20 years.
Ms. Barlow explained that the City developed a Housing Action Plan (HAP) that stated that the City
would need 6,660 additional dwelling units by 2037 for a forecasted population of 109,913 people.
However, the City is already at 107,100 people as of April 1, 2022 which is 97% of the 2037
forecasts. There have been 3401 dwelling units built since the HAP was approved so the City needs
3,059 additional dwelling units to meet the proposed need for the current population of the City.
Ms. Barlow explained that there has been more of a demand for the ability to build an ADU in the
Single-Family Residential neighborhoods without the restriction of one of the units being occupied
by the owner of the property. This change would allow an additional opportunity to help fill the gap
of needed units and allow residents in the lower median income bracket to live in single-family
home neighborhoods.
Commissioner Haneke stated that he would be in favor of changing the code to allow an ADU to be
built simultaneously with a new build home. However, he is opposed to removing the owner
occupancy requirement because it would allow for two rentals on one property.
Ms. Barlow outlined that the proposed draft regulations:
One ADU per parcel.
One off-street parking space per ADU.
The ADU must be at least 300 SF but less than 50% of the primary structure.
The footprint of the ADU cannot exceed 10% of the lot area or 1000 sf, whichever is greater.
The ADU cannot have more than 2 bedrooms.
The entrance must be located on the side or rear of the primary structure.
The ADU must be set behind the front building setback line and meet all side yard setbacks.
The ADU will only be allowed on lots with a single-family dwelling unit.
A title notice is required.
Ms. Barlow highlighted that the only change to the code would be to remove the owner occupancy
requirement. She also noted that Spokane County and the City of Spokane do not currently have the
owner-occupied requirement for ADU’s.
Ms. Barlow stated that the benefits of the change to the code would add diversity in housing options,
provide a housing type that blends in with existing single-family neighborhoods, would cater to
changing demographics such as seniors or smaller households, would provide housing that is
typically more affordable than single family homes, would remove a known barrier to ADU
production and would be a gentle approach to accommodating the housing demand. She explained
that the purpose of the proposed amendment would increase the overall housing supply and variety
of housing, would encourage infill development, would reduce the need for additional land because
the ADU’s would utilize available area within established neighborhoods, and would provide for a
greater opportunity for housing options.
Ms. Barlow stated that the Public Hearing will be held on June 22, 2023.
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Commissioner Granrath asked what prohibits a property owner from building an ADU at the time of
a new build. Ms. Barlow answered that the staff interpretation of the code is that an ADU cannot be
built until there is a “primary” residence.
Commissioner Delucchi left the meeting at 7:04 p.m.
Commissioner Granrath commented that he thinks it could be a good idea to allow some speculation
builders to build ADU’s at the time of new build. But he also thinks it might be good to keep ADU
construction under the current more stringent requirements until the new legislation goes into effect
in the year 2026.
Commissioner Haneke stated that allowing developers to build ADU’s along with new build Single-
Family homes would force the City to look at traffic, utility capacity, parking, and infrastructure
development. He pointed out that allowing double the number of units could be a huge impact.
Commissioner McKinley commented that he feels that property owners should be allowed to
develop their property as they see fit but he doesn’t want to see every single-family home become a
rental property with the addition of an ADU.
Commissioner Miller stated that the change will encourage more rentals in single-family
neighborhoods, and she doesn’t think it is necessary to make that change currently.
X.GOOD OF THE ORDER: Commissioner Granrath stated that he will not be at the June 22, 2023
meeting and may have to miss the first meeting in July.
XI.ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:23 p.m. The vote
on the motion was five in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
_______________________________ __________________________________
Karl Granrath, ChairmanDate Signed
____________________________________
Marianne Lemons, Secretary
Special Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Room 212 – Centerplace Regional Event Center
July 13, 2023
I.Planning Commission Vice-Chairman Haneke called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting
was held in person and via ZOOM meetings.
II.The Commissioners and staff stood for the Pledge Of Allegiance.
III.Administrative Assistant Robin Holt took attendance, and the following members and staff were
present:
Susan Delucchi Tony Beattie, Senior Deputy City Attorney
Val Dimitrov Chaz Bates, Planning Manager
Karl Granrath, absent Lori Barlow, Senior Planner
Walt Haneke Levi Basinger, Planner
Bob McKinley Greg Bingaman, IT Specialist
Nancy Miller Robin Holt, Administrative Assistant
Daniel Wilson, absent
There was consensus from the Planning Commission members to excuse Chair Granrath
and Commissioner Wilson.
IV.AGENDA: Commissioner McKinley moved, and it was seconded to approve the July 13, 2023,
agenda as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against, and the motion passed.
V.MINUTES: Commissioner Miller moved, and it was seconded, to approve the June 22, 2023,
minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against, and the motion passed.
VI.COMMISSION REPORTS: There were no Planning Commission reports.
VII.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Planning Manager Chaz Bates reported that due to lack of
business, the July 27, 2023 and August 10, 2023 Planning Commission Meetings will be cancelled.
The next meeting will be held August 24, 2023.
VIII.PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment.
IX.COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a.Findings Of Fact: CPA-2023-0001: 2023 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
6-22-2023 Planning Commission MinutesPage 2 of 2
Planner Levi Basinger provided a brief overview of the Findings of Fact for CPA-2023-0001,
explaining how they formalize the Commission’s recommendations made after hearing public
comment and deliberation. Commissioner Delucchi asked for clarification regarding a scrivener error
on page 3, line item 23. Mr. Basinger advised the line should read “The proposed changes would have
no impact on projected density”.
Commissioner Delucchi moved to approve, and it was seconded, to forward the Findings of Fact to
the City Council as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against and the motion passed.
b.Findings Of Fact: CTA-2023-0002: Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations Update.
Senior Planner Lori Barlow provided a brief overview of the Findings of Fact for CTA-2023-0002,
explaining how they formalize the Commission’s recommendations made after hearing public
comment during the public hearing and lengthy deliberations.
Commissioner Miller moved to approve, and it was seconded, to forward the Findings of Fact to the
City Council as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero
against and the motion passed.
X.GOOD OF THE ORDER: The Commissioners offered thanks to the public for their comments
during the process and to City staff for their diligent work.
XI.ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner McKinley moved, and it was seconded, to adjourn the meeting
at 6:14 p.m. The vote on the motion was five in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
_______________________________ __________________________________
Karl Granrath, ChairmanDate Signed
____________________________________
Marianne Lemons, Secretary
C OMMUNITYAND P UBLIC W ORKS
B UILDING &P LANNING
S TAFF R EPORT AND R ECOMMENDATION TO THE
P LANNING C OMMISSION
CTA-2023-0002
S TAFF R EPORT D ATE: June 14, 2023
H EARING D ATE AND L OCATION: June 22, 2023 beginning at 6:00 p.m.. This hearing will be conducted
in person andremotely using web and telephone conference tools. A link to the Zoom meeting is
provided on the agenda for the Planning Commission and posted to the City’s webpage:
www.spokanevalley.org/planningcommission.
P ROPOSAL D ESCRIPTION: A city-initiated code text amendment (CTA) to eliminatethe requirement that
the property owner occupy the primary dwelling unit or the accessory dwelling unit (ADU), and other
related matters.
A PPROVAL C RITERIA: Spokane Valley Comprehensive Plan, SVMC 17.80.150, and 19.30.040.
S UMMARY OF C ONCLUSIONS:Staff concludes that CTA-2023-0002 isconsistent with the criteria for
review and approval, and consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
S TAFF C ONTACT: Lori Barlow, AICP, Senior Planner
R EVIEWED B Y: Chaz Bates,AICP, Planning Manager
A TTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1: Proposed Amendment
Exhibit 2: Public Comment
A PPLICATION P ROCESSING: Chapter 17.80SVMC, Permit Processing Procedures. The following table
summarizes the procedural steps for the proposal.
Procedural ActionDate
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Published Notice of Public Hearing(1Notice):May 12, 2023
Department of Commerce 60-day Notice of Intent to Adopt May 12, 2023
Amendment
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Published Rescheduled Notice of Public Hearing(2Notice) May 19, 2023
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Published Rescheduled Notice of Public Hearing (3Notice)May 26, 2023
Background:
SVMC19.40.030 establishes the development standards for accessory dwelling units (ADU). Standards
address specific site and building requirements for setbacks, lot coverage, building size and height, etc.
Additional requirements stipulate that the owner must occupy either the primary dwelling unit or the ADU
as their permanent residence for at least six months of each yearwithout collecting rent, prohibit ADUs on
lots containing a duplex, multifamily dwelling or accessory apartment contained within the principal
structure, and also prohibit a home business in the ADU.
Staff Report and Recommendation CTA-2023-0002
Chapter 19.60 SVMC regulates the uses allowed in each zoning district. The zones where ADU’s are
allowed are found in SVMC 19.60.050. ADU’s are allowed in all zones except the MFR, I and POS zones.
ADU’s are defined in Appendix A. The ADU definition is as follows:
“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.”
In April 2023, City Council had discussions regarding the owner occupancy requirement applicable to
ADUs. Discussions noted that new developments proposed were not able to construct an ADU simultaneous
with a home unless it was owner occupied. As a result, Council directed staff to initiate a CTA to remove
the owner occupancy requirement.
Although not discussed by Council, land use trends indicate increased demand for ADU’s for a variety of
reasons that include a desire for smaller homes that fit the needs of single person and single parent
households, smaller family size, more affordable housing options in single family neighborhoods, housing
for friends and family, and a means to increase personal wealth.
In 2017, the City of Spokane Valley Housing Action Plan estimated that the City would need an additional
6,660 housing units by 2037 for a forecasted population of 109,913 people. However as of 2023, the city’s
population has grown to 107,100 which is 97% of the 2037 population forecast. The unexpected growth
rate has resulted in an existing deficit of over 3,000 housing units affecting all income levels of the City.
The Code Text amendment to remove the owner occupancy requirement associated with an accessory
dwelling permit will remove a potential barrier to development of ADUs and allow the development of
more housing types in the City.
A NALYSIS:
The owner occupant requirement only applies to accessory dwelling units associated with a single-family
dwelling. The analysis does not affect industrial accessory dwelling units, or cartetaker’s dwellings
which are allowed in the non-residential zones.
The proposed amendment:
1. Increases opportunity for ADU’s to be constructed in areas served with utilities and infrastructure
consistent with the needs for affordable housing and smaller households.
SVMC 19.60.050 Permitted Use Matrix allows ADU’s to be constructed in the residential zones and
mixed use zones. SVMC 19.40.030 establishes the development standards ADU’s must meet to receive a
permit. Removing the requirement that the owner must live in either dwelling at least 6 months out of the
year does not change the zones that allow ADU’s nor change any bulk or performance standards. ADU’s
use existing housing resources and typically cost less to build than new comparably sized housing units
since they do not require development of new land. Lower construction costs increase opportunity to
provide affordable housing consistent with the needs of smaller households. Removing the owner
occupant requirement promotes infill and reduces the need for additional land for housing construction.
2. Development standards ensure that neighborhood character is maintained.
The existing bulk standards ensure that detached and attached ADU’s are consistent with scale and
character of the existing single family residential neighborhoods by maintaining the primary dwelling as
the largest structure on the property and placing the ADU in locations that are less visually intrusive.
Setback standards ensure that the privacy of the adjacent property owners are no more impacted than that
of a single family structure. Attached ADU’s which convert internal space, such as lower and upper
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levels, garage conversions, etc, into a separate ADU often create a new dwelling without any visual
changes to the structure other than adding a new exterior door.
3.Removes a requirement that is difficult to enforce.
SVMC 19.40.030 requires the owner to live in either the ADU or primary dwelling at least 6 months of
the year and also requires the City to record a title notice identifying the requirement. However, once the
ADU permit is issued the city does not monitor the ownership of the property or determine if the ADU is
continuing to be rented. While the ownership requirement is determined at the time an ADU permit is
requested, continued compliance is assumed. If the city were to receive a complaint regarding the
occupancy status of an ADU primary dwelling, the Code Enforcement department would determine if the
owner is living on the premise. Once the ADU is established, new owners are likely to rent the properties
as they see fit, which may include living on the premise for a period of time and then retaining the
property while moving to another location to increase their personal investments. While the renting of
both the primary dwelling and the ADU would be a violation of the City’s code, without a complaint
about the property it would be virtually impossible to determine if the owner-occupancy requirement is
being violated.
4.Provides housing suitable for the changing demographics (seniors and smaller households)
The decline in average household size has resulted from several factors, including a growing elderly
population, increasing numbers of single-person households and decreasing family size preferences.
Households with single persons under 65 make up almost 17% of the households in the state of
Washington (MRSC, pg 3, Accessory Dwelling Units, Issues and Options). Many families do not need or
cannot afford large homes. The decline in household size has left empty nesters and other homeowners of
homes that were designed for large families with unused, surplus housing space. The increase in demand
for smaller homes creates an efficient and low cost opportunity to convert existing housing stock into
affordable housing opportunities.
A.FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE TEXT
AMENDMENT
1.Compliance with Title 17 SVMC (General Provisions) of the Spokane Valley Municipal
Code
a.Findings:
SVMC 17.80.150(F) identifies the approval criteria for an amendment to Titles 17-27 SVMC.
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.
LU-P7 Protect residential neighborhoods from incompatible land uses and adverse
impacts associated with transportation corridors
LU-P15 Enable a variety of housing types.
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HG1 Allow for a broad range of housing opportunities to mee the needs of the
community.
H-G2 Enable the development of affordable housing for all income levels.
H-P2 Adopt development regulations that expand housing choices by allowing
innovative housing types including tiny homes, accessory dwelling units, prefabricated
homes, co-housing, cottage housing, and other housing types.
H-P3 Support the development of affordable housing units using available financial
and regulatory tools.
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.
CF-P2 Optimize the use of existing public facilities before investing in new facilities.
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. The City is experiencing
significant population growth resulting in a housing shortage to meet housing
demand. ADUs are currently allowed in all residential zones. The existing
regulations for ADUs ensure they are compatible with the existing character of the
neighborhood. The proposed removal of the owner-occupancy requirement does not
change any of these compatibility standards; however, it does allow for more
opportunities for infill development in a manner that fits into the neighborhood.
The requirement is difficult to enforce. Smaller household sizes have created a need
for affordable smaller housing types in single family neighborhoods. The City is
committed to protecting community character while ensuring continued growth in
housing opportunities for all community needs and income levels.
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:
One public comment has been received to date in support of the code text amendment. On May
25, 2023 a number of persons spoke to the Planning Commission opposing the text amendment
voicing concerns that included:
The illegal conversion of the ADU to a business
Increasing the rentals in the neighborhood
Opposition to growth and impacts to schools, roads, services, etc
General confusion about the recently passed legislation and the parameters of the code
text amendment
Support of owner occupancy requirement
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The impacts of an ADU are marginal as the use is consistent with the existing land uses allowed and
development regulations will ensure compatibility with the existing neighborhood. The city has permitted
17 ADU’s over the last 5 years located throughout the city and is unaware of any associated issues. The
City does not regulate owner, versus non-owner, occupancy of any other residential land use. Infill
development takes advantage of existing services and infrastructure creating less demand on service
providers.
b.Conclusion(s):
Adequate public noticing was conducted for CTA-2022-0002 pursuant to adopted public
noticing procedures.
3.Finding and Conclusions Specific to Agency Comments
a.Findings:
The City has not received any substantive 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 eliminate the requirement that
the property owner occupy the primary dwelling unit or the ADU, and other matters related is consistent
with the requirements of SVMC 17.80.150(F) and the Comprehensive Plan.
Page 5 of 5
From:Levi Basinger
To:Marianne Lemons
Cc:Lori Barlow; Chaz Bates
Subject:FW: 5/11 study session on ADUs owner occupancy
Date:Friday, May 5, 2023 12:33:55 PM
Attachments:image001.png
Marianne,
It appears we received this public comment in the email chain below regarding CTA-2023-0002,
which is the study session item at the 5-11-23 Planning Commission meeting.
Levi Basinger | Planner
10210 E. Sprague Avenue | Spokane Valley, WA 99206
(509)720-5332 | lbasinger@spokanevalley.org
This email and any attachments may be subject to disclosure pursuant to Washington State’s Public Record Act, chapter 42.56
RCW.
From: eastman.lara <eastman.lara@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, May 5, 2023 1:28 AM
To: Planning <planning@spokanevalley.org>
Subject: 5/11 study session on ADUs owner occupancy
\[EXTERNAL\] This email originated outside the City of Spokane Valley. Always use caution when opening
attachments or clicking links.
Can I publicly comment for this? I can't tell from the agenda but I would like to.
My partner and I are homeowners of a house with an old and new section and the city permitting
Department had talked to us about watching this proposal. We are planning to split our current
home into an old and new side which will be a 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment and a 2 bedroom 1 bath
ADU that is 50% of total square footage. This law change is pivotal to us being able to rent this house
as 2 separate units to provide affordable middle range multi housing.
We are advocating for this change and would love to speak up. We meet this exact situation and
want to help secure the ability to split and rent this home that is not affordable as 1 house but
affordable as 2 smaller homes. We would meet all other stipulations beyond owner occupancy as we
plan to buy property out of town and only rent these once complete. The ADU could be rented to
families or made fully handicap accesible as it single level with a no stair entry, Also.
Thank you
Lara Eastman & Keven Bolinger off 8th and pines.
253-509-2334
Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
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Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
information admin. report pending legislation executive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Update on “Blake Fix”
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: SB 5536, chapter 69.50 RCW
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Administrative Report May 16, 2023
BACKGROUND: In 2021, the Washington State Supreme Court ruled that the State’s strict
liability drug possession statute was unconstitutional. The Washington State Legislature passed
a temporary fix making knowing possession of a controlled substance a crime punishable as a
simple misdemeanor. Enforcement was also subject to officers giving those knowingly
possessing drugs notice of treatment options at least two times prior to arrest. Given the logistics
of tracking notices, this made effective enforcement extremely difficult. Due to the practical issues
of the temporary fix and the effective end-date, the Washington State Legislature was very active
during the 2023 Legislative Session in debating possible solutions and a new state-wide drug
possession law. The Washington State Legislature was unable to pass a solution during the
regular session and a special session was called. On May 16, 2023 both chambers of the
Washington State Legislature passed SB 5536.
SB 5536 makes it a gross misdemeanor to 1) knowingly possess counterfeit and controlled
substances; or 2) knowingly use counterfeit and controlled substances in a public place.
The first two violations of either possession or use in a public place of counterfeit and controlled
substances is punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $1,000 fine, or both. If someone has two
prior convictions after July 1, 2023, then punishment can be increased to 364 days in jail or a
$1,000 fine, or both. These provisions of SB 5536 went into effect on July 1, 2023.
However, section 16 of SB 5536, which repeals the requirement for law enforcement officers to
make referrals for those being arrested for possession twice prior to making an arrest, does not
go into effect until August 15, 2023.
In addition to making knowing possession and knowing use a gross misdemeanor, SB 5536
includes options for diversion programs. Importantly, as compared to other proposed bills during
the legislative session, any diversion is subject to Prosecutor approval and is not mandatory. The
potential diversion programs include arrest and jail alternative programs, law enforcement
assisted diversion programs, and the recovery navigator program handled through the behavioral
health administrative services organization. However, as this is not mandatory, the Prosecutor
may continue to offer stipulated order of continuances, deferred prosecution, or other alternatives.
Lastly, if a person convicted of violating the laws relating to possessing or using counterfeit
substances, controlled substances, legend drugs, or cannabis completes a substance use
disorder program and files proof of completion, upon verification the court must vacate the
conviction or convictions.
OPTIONS: Discussion
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Discussion
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: N/A
STAFF CONTACT: Tony Beattie, Senior Deputy City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS: None
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Council Action
Meeting Date: July 25, 2023 Department Director Approval:
Check all that apply: consent old business new business public hearing
informationadmin. reportpending legislationexecutive session
AGENDA ITEM TITLE:RAVE Foundation Soccer MiniPitchDonation
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: SVMC Chapter 3.34
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: Administrative Report to Council, May 2, 2023;
Motion Considerations: Balfour Park Change Order and AHBL Agreement Amendment, May 9,
2023.
BACKGROUND: The RAVE Foundation is the official charitable arm of the Seattle Sounders
professional soccer team. Its mission is to build small fields for free play and invest in programs
that use soccer as a vehicle to inspire youth and strengthen communities. RAVE has embarked
upon a “26 by 2026” campaign to construct twenty-six “soccer mini pitches” (mini soccer fields)
by 2026 in the State of Washington. To-date, RAVE has installed 13 fields with seven more
planned for 2023 and only one field east of the Cascades in Yakima.
On March 31 of this year, Parks Staff and City Leadership met with Ashley Fosberg, Executive
Director of the RAVE Foundation to discuss RAVE’s interest in donating one or more soccer
mini pitches to the City of Spokane Valley. Additionally, RAVE seeks to establish an ongoing
partnership with Spokane Valley after donating the field by providing free soccer balls,
replacement nets, curriculum materials, educator training, and other special events to catalyze
and strengthen the community.
Staff identified an opportunity to incorporate a RAVE field into the new Balfour Park expansion
project at minimal cost to the City and on May 2 provided an Administrative Report to Council.
Then on May 9of this year Council passed a motion to approve a change order to the Balfour
Park project which among other items included adding a 50’ x 100’ asphalt slab and connecting
pathways to the Phase 1 park project to create a future sports court surface.
Now, the City has received the attached Letter of Intent from the RAVE Foundation regarding
their request to donate a Sounders FC / RAVE Foundation soccer mini pitch to Balfour Park in
2024.
OPTIONS: Discussion
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Staff is seeking Council consensus to formalize a
donation agreement with the RAVE Foundation.
BUDGET/FINANCIAL IMPACTS: RAVE estimates the value of their donation to the City will
be approximately $150,000 or more, including an initial number of replacement nets, etc. The
City will be responsible for ongoing maintenance and repair of the court surface and fencing into
the future.
STAFF CONTACT: John Bottelli, Parks & Recreation Director
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ATTACHMENTS: Letter of Intent from Ashley Fosberg, RAVE Foundation Executive
Director; Site Map showing location of sport court surface for potential mini pitch in Balfour Park.
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July 11, 2023
Dear Mr. Botelli and the Spokane Valley City Council:
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of intent and request to partner with Spokane Valley to
bring a Sounders FC / RAVE Foundation soccer mini pitch to Balfour Park in 2024.
This project brings to life RAVE Foundations mission of building small fields for free play and using soccer
as a vehicle to inspire youth and strengthen communities. With the excitement of FIFA World Cup 2026
coming to our state, we are even more committed to bringing the beautiful game of soccer to multiple
communities for free.
As the charitable partner of Seattle Sounders FC, we believe:
Play is not a privilege, play is essential to the growth and wellbeing of all children
A dedicated play space,accessible for free, can anchor a community and nurture a child
Through play, everyone belongs
Play brings joy, and joy is a health outcome
Our donation includes:
Long-lasting hard-court surfacing
Painting of lines and logos (approved by the City)
Soccer goals
Fencing
And free programming and partnership for the long term.
Providing the first of what we hope will be many mini pitches to the Spokane area is truly exciting for us.
We intend to not only partner with the city to build the playspace, but to be a long-term partner in
programming for the youth in Spokane Valley.
It is our intent to gift this project to the city in 2024 and to host a wonderful community celebration the
same year.
Thank you for your time and commitment to the youth you serve.
Ashley Fosberg
Ashley Fosberg
VP of Philanthropy, Seattle Sounders FC
Executive Director, RAVE Foundation
DRAFT
ADVANCE AGENDA
as of July 19, 2023; 2:00 p.m.
Please note this is a work in progress; items are tentative
To: Council & Staff
From: City Clerk, by direction of City Manager
Re: Draft Schedule for Upcoming Council Meetings
July 26, 2023 – State of the City Address
August 1, 2023 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. (meeting cancelled – National Night Out)
August 8, 2023, Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Aug 1\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. First Reading Ordinance 23-__, Comp Plan Amendment – Levi Basinger (10 minutes)
3. First Reading Ordinance 23-__ Comp Plan Amendment, Zoning map – Levi Basinger (5 minutes)
4. First Reading Ordinance 23 -___ADU Regulations – Lori Barlow (10 minutes)
5. Motion Consideration: Council Goals & Priorities for Use of Lodging Tax – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
6. Admin Report: Avista Stadium Update – John Hohman, Chris Duff (10 minutes)
7. Admin Report: Park Maintenance Contract – John Bottelli (10 minutes)
8. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
\[*estimated meeting: 65 mins\]
August 15, 2023 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Aug 8\]
ACTION ITEMS:
1. Second Reading Ordinance 23- ___Comp Plan Amendment – Levi Basinger (10 minutes)
2. Second Reading Ordinance 23-___Comp Plan Amendment, Zoning map – Levi Basinger (5 minutes)
3. Second Reading Ordinance 23 -___ ADU Regulations – Lori Barlow (10 minutes)
4. Motion Consideration: Council 2024 Budget Goals – Chelsie Taylor, John Hohman (15 minutes)
NON-ACTION ITEMS:
5. Admin Report: TPA Update – Mike Basinger, Lesli Brassfield (10 minutes)
6. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
7. Admin Report: Parking on Private Property – Bill Helbig (5 minutes)
8. Executive Session – Land Acquisition
\[*estimated meeting: 45 mins\]
th
August 16, 2023 – CoSV 20Anniversary- Spokane Indians Baseball Event
August 22, 2023 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Aug 15\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
3. Spokane County Conservation District Presentation – Virginia Clough, Vicki Carter (10 minutes)
3. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports; Fire Dept Monthly Report
August 29, 2023 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Aug 22\]
1. 2024 Budget, Estimated Revenues & Expenditures – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
September 5, 2023 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Aug 29\]
1. Draft 2024 Legislative Agenda Update – Virginia Clough, Briahna Murray (10 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
September 12, 2023, Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Sept 5\]
Proclamation: Constitution Week
1. PUBLIC HEARING #1, 2024 Budget, Revenues & Property Tax – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
2. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes, Motion to set 2024 Budget Hearing for Oct 10) (5 minutes)
Draft Advance Agenda 7/20/2023 2:48:47 PM Page 1 of 2
3. Motion Consideration: 2024 Legislative Agenda – Virginia Clough (5 minutes)
September 19, 2023 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Sept 12\]
1. Proposed Ordinance Adoption 2024 Property Taxes – Chelsie Taylor (5 minutes)
2. Outside Agency Presentations (1: Social Service Agencies; 2: Eco. Dev Agencies–Chelsie Taylor (~100 minutes)
3. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
September 26, 2023 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Sept 19\]
1. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
2. Admin Report: Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
3. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports; Fire Dept Monthly Report
October 3, 2023 Study Session, 6:00 p.m.\[due Tue Sept 26\]
Proclamation: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
1. City Manager Presentation, 2024 Preliminary Budget – John Hohman (40 minutes)
2. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
October 10, 2023, Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Oct 3\]
1. PUBLIC HEARING #2, 2024 Budget – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
2. First Reading Ordinance 23-___ Property Tax Ordinance – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
3. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
4. Admin Report: 2023 Budget Amendment – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
October 17, 2023 Study Session, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Oct 10\]
1. Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
October 24, 2023 Formal Meeting, 6:00 p.m. \[due Tue Oct 17\]
1. PUBLIC HEARING: 2023 Budget Amendment – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
2. First Reading Ordinance 23-__ Amending 2023 Budget – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
3. Consent Agenda (claims, payroll, minutes) (5 minutes)
4. Second Reading Ordinance 23-___Property Tax Ordinance – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
5. First Reading Ordinance 23-___Adopting 2024 Budget – Chelsie Taylor (10 minutes)
6. Motion Consideration: Awards to Outside Agencies (Soc Service; Eco. Dev. Agencies) -C.Taylor (15 minutes)
7. Admin Report: Advance Agenda – Mayor Haley (5 minutes)
8. Info Only: Department Monthly Reports; Fire Dept Monthly Report
*time for public or council comments not included
OTHER PENDING AND/OR UPCOMING ISSUES/MEETINGS:
9-1-1 calls (delays, holding, etc.)
ADU
Appleway Trail Amenities
Basement space
Governance Manual
LTAC Alt Appts
Mirabeau Park Forestry Mgmt.
Park Lighting
Parking, Junk Vehicles, etc.
PFD Presentation
Prosecutor Services
Protection of Utility Infrastructures
SCRAPS
SNAP Financial Assistance
St. O&M Pavement Preservation
Street Scaping, signs, trees, etc.(info)
Transportation Benefit District
Vehicle Wgt Infrastructure Impact
Yellowstone Franchise Agreement
Draft Advance Agenda 7/20/2023 2:48:47 PM Page 2 of 2
City of Spokane Valley
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
PageTitle
1Cover Sheet
2Pre-A
pplication Meeting Requested
3Construction Applications Received
4Engineering Applications Received
5Land Use Applications Received
6Construction Permits Issued
7Engineering Permits Issued
8Land Use Applications Completed
9Inspections Performed
10Code Enforcement
11Revenue
12Building Permit Valuations
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 1 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Pre-Application Meeting Requested
A Pre-Application Meeting is a service provided to help our customers identify the code
requirements related to their project proposal
17
Community & Public Works Department Pre-Application Meetings Scheduled:
Spokane Valley Pre-Application Meeting Requests
25
20
15
10
5
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Commercial Pre-AppLand Use Pre-App** NOT SUBMITTED
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Commercial Pre-App11368108
MW Commercial Pre-App 100000
Land Use Pre-App898739
** NOT SUBMITTED112003
Monthly Totals201214151317000000
Annual-To-Date:91
** NOT SUBMITTED is a new category created by SmartGov which separates permits that have not entered details or provided documents for review
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 2 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Construction Applications Received
The applications recevied are those that include projects for New, remodeled, and accessory
buildings; Signs, Factory Assembled Structures (FAS), Trade, Roofs, and more.
Community & Public Works Department Construction Applications Received: 374
Spokane Valley Construction Applications Received
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Commercial NewCommercial MFRCommercial TI
Commercial TradeCommercial AccessoryResidential SFR/Plex
Residential RemodelResidential AdditionResidential Trade
Residential AccessoryDemolitionSign
Re-RoofFactory AssembledMillwood/Other Construction
*Other Construction applications include, Millwood, Adult Family Home Inspections, Cell Tower Modifications, Solar Panels, Swimming Pool/Hot Tub
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Commercial New541313
Commercial MFR041563
Commercial TI1391281214
Commercial Trade243129294733
Commercial Accessory2720062
Residential SFR/Plex221030192116
Residential Remodel111515111111
Residential Addition367768
Residential Trade131135188156172169
Residential Accessory85138109
Demolition5161133
Sign
1148357
Re-Roof
233663816872
Factory Assembled0110421
AFH Inspection429046
Millwood/Other
Construction
151013241917
** NOT SUBMITTED305553395234
Monthly Totals277280425369393374000000
Annual-To-Date:2118
** NOT SUBMITTED is a new category created by SmartGov which separates permits that have not entered details or provided documents for review
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 3 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Engineering Applications Received
The applications received are those that include projects for all site work projects, such as Grading
permits, Right-of-Way (ROW), approaches, and more.
Community & Public Works Department Engineering Applications Received:141
Engineering Applications Received
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Engineered GradingRegular GradingRight-of-WayApproachClearing & Grubbing**NOT SUBMITTED
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Engineered Grading5692117
Regular Grading123001
Right-of-Way507110987116125
Approach814141598
Clearing & Grubbing00000
**NOT SUBMITTED740141010
Monthly Totals6493135104136141000000
Annual-To-Date:673
** NOT SUBMITTED is a new category created by SmartGov which separates permits that have not entered details or provided documents for review
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 4 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Land Use Applications Received
The applications received are those that include projects that involve land development, such as
Platting actions, Boundary Lines Adjustments, Zoning, SEPA and Exceptions
Community & Public Works Department Land Use Applications Received: 59
Spokane Valley Land Use Applications Received
100
80
60
40
20
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Boundary Line AdjShort PlatLong PlatBinding Site PlanFinal Platting
Zoning/Comp AmendAccessory DwellingSEPAAdmin ExceptionAdmin Interpretation
Home Business LicOther Development** NOT SUBMITTED
** Other Development could include, Zoning Letter, Floodplain, Shoreline, Alterations, Variances, Small Cell, CUP, Street Vacations, etc…
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Boundary Line Adj222123
Short Plat275232
Long Plat202010
Binding Site Plan020001
Final Platting125546
Zoning/Comp Amend000000
Accessory Dwelling000041
SEPA113000
Admin Exception010030
Admin Interpretation000000
Home Business Lic383660285738
Other Development6410338
** NOT SUBMITTED915756
Monthly Totals525687397759000000
Annual-To-Date:370
** NOT SUBMITTED is a new category created by SmartGov which separates permits that have not entered details or provided documents for review
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 5 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Construction Permits Issued
The applications issued are those that include projects for New, remodeled, and accessory
buildings; Signs, Factory Assembled Structures (FAS), Trade, Roofs, and more.
Community & Public Works Department Construction Permits Issued:368
Spokane Valley Construction Permits Issued
450
400
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Commercial NewCommercial MFRCommercial TI
Commercial TradeCommercial AccessoryResidential SFR/Plex
Residential RemodelResidential AdditionResidential Trade
Residential AccessoryDemolitionSign
Re-RoofFactory AssembledMillwood/Other Construction*
*Other Construction applications include, Millwood, Adult Family Home Inspections, Cell Tower Modifications, Swimming Pool/Hot Tub
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
121000
Commercial New
Commercial MFR0190304
Commercial TI157810812
Commercial Trade263229284833
Commercial Accessory15201022
Residential SFR/Plex291822202311
Residential Remodel99121597
Residential Addition177955
Residential Trade136162177144180174
Residential Accessory669888
Demolition
4251116
Sign1257253
Re-Roof233461796974
Factory Assembled013921
Millwood/Other
Construction*
101423271628
Monthly Totals
273323384375376368000000
Annual-To-Date:2099
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 6 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Engineering Permits Issued
The applications issued are those that include projects for all site work projects, such as Grading
permits, Right-of-Way (ROW), approaches, and more.
Community & Public Works Department Engineering Permits Issued:141
Engineering Permits Issued
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Engineered GradingRegular GradingRight-of-WayApproachClearing & Grubbing
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Engineered Grading558718
Regular Grading122001
Right-of-Way54709283109124
Approach617611148
Clearing & Grubbing000000
Monthly Totals6694108101124141000000
Annual-To-Date:634
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 7 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Land Use Applications Completed
The applications completed are those that include projects that involve land development, such
as Platting actions, Boundary Line Adjustments, Zoning, SEPA and Exceptions
Community & Public Works Department Land Use Applications Completed:
71
Spokane Valley Land Use Applications Completed
80
60
40
20
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Boundary Line AdjShort PlatLong PlatBinding Site Plan
Final PlattingZoning/Comp AmendAccessory DwellingSEPA
Admin ExceptionAdmin InterpretationHome Business LicOther Development
** Other Development could include, Zoning Letter, Floodplain, Shoreline, Alterations, Variances, Small Cell, CUP, Street Vacations, etc…
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Boundary Line Adj321012
Short Plat403043
Long Plat001010
Binding Site Plan200001
Final Platting630052
Zoning/Comp Amend000000
Accessory Dwelling000022
SEPA101111
Admin Exception000000
Admin Interpretation000000
Home Business Lic343662195051
Other Development356229
Monthly Totals534674226671000000
Annual-To-Date:332
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 8 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Development Inspections Performed
Community & Public Works Department Development Inspections Performed:1898
Development Inspections include building, planning, engineering and ROW
Spokane Valley Development Inspections Performed
2500
2000
1500
1000
500
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
202120222023
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecAnnual Totals
2023132110781596162617491898 9,268
202210791253184418301679191315741950174616981259964 18,789
20219279911625175816611533161715501253134514731372 17,105
Monthly
Totals
1321107815961626174918980000009,268
Annual-To-Date:9,268
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 9 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement Officers Citizen Request Responses:79
They are listed by type below. All complaints, even those with no violation, must be investigated.
Code Enforcement Complaints Investigated
100
80
60
40
20
0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
CE-Stop Work OrderComplaint (Non-Violent)EnvironmentalGeneralNuisanceProperty
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
CE-Stop Work Order000100
Complaint (Non-Violent)
000000
Environmental000000
224546
General
Nuisance504255467565
Property5713998
Monthly Totals575172618879000000
Annual-To-Date:408
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 10 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Revenue
Community & Public Works Department Revenue Received:$291,181.00
Spokane Valley Revenue Received
$700,000
$600,000
$500,000
$400,000
$300,000
$200,000
$100,000
$0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
202320225-Yr Trend
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec Totals
2023$242,817$601,763$249,699$325,351$277,568$291,181$1,988,378
5-Yr Trend$366,189$217,048$278,862$261,774$267,125$269,300$357,431$343,968$273,585$300,353$264,532$248,223$3,448,391
2022$173,509$139,945$171,413$210,513$217,237$277,917$510,629$433,002$294,301$285,383$279,727$168,612$3,162,187
2021$1,087,310$196,293$364,569$459,905$239,948$367,253$433,461$430,383$323,636$396,162$292,643$329,244$4,920,807
2020$230,256$402,862$371,956$237,120$402,525$309,668$226,943$188,990$268,487$254,775$246,368$223,685$3,363,635
2019$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
2018$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
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 11 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
6/1/2023 - 6/30/2023
Building Permit Valuation
Community & Public Works Department Building Permit Valuation:$22,255,351.00
This includes residential, commercial, reroof, & FAS placed.
Spokane Valley Permit Valuation
$80,000,000
$70,000,000
$60,000,000
$50,000,000
$40,000,000
$30,000,000
$20,000,000
$10,000,000
$0
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec Totals
5-Yr Trend20222023
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec Totals
2023
$17,287,531$61,507,380$34,061,501$22,737,321$19,583,399$22,255,351$112.85M
5-Yr Trend
$13,934,472$51,953,203$72,761,110$22,693,957$26,107,478$29,486,237$43,333,753$24,061,575$19,236,442$23,134,959$26,716,219$26,059,263$263.30M
2022
$20,182,361$31,376,013$14,935,549$32,649,784$24,027,391$48,521,183$57,628,766$44,067,876$22,352,208$18,694,797$28,311,097$55,806,317$469.21M
2021
$8,860,000$179,080,000$16,720,000$32,820,000$22,430,000$27,700,000$65,190,000$24,390,000$18,160,000$42,670,000$17,710,000$13,480,000$298.27M
2020
$22,130,000$20,750,000$36,690,000$27,670,000$51,380,000$29,930,000$17,950,000$7,610,000$20,620,000$15,270,000$26,890,000$21,380,000$263.07M
2019
$5,660,000.00$22,210,000.00$19,460,000.00$12,460,000.00$23,150,000.00$15,020,000.00$46,650,000.00$18,800,000.00$14,360,000.00$17,160,000.00$35,210,000.00$32,930,000.00$219.89M
2018
$12,840,000.00$6,350,000.00$276,000,000.00$7,870,000.00$9,550,000.00$26,260,000.00$29,250,000.00$25,440,000.00$20,690,000.00$21,880,000.00$25,460,000.00$6,700,000.00$2573.09M
Created On: 7/5/2023Page 12 of 12
Community & Public Works Department
Monthly Report
06/01/23 – 06/30/23
MAINTENANCE
Agreements for Services Adopted and In Operation (** Does not include current month)
Contract Total % of Contract
Contract NameContractor
AmountExpended Expended
Street MaintenancePoe Asphalt$1,566,980.77$1,109,873.1370.83%**
Street SweepingAAA Sweeping$602,422.00$321,292.7453.33%**
Storm Drain CleaningBadger$232,671.00$0.000.00%**
LandscapingSenske$96,960.00$18,490.0019.07%**
Weed SprayingClearwater$39,000.00$0.000.00%**
Emergency Traffic ControlSenske$15,000.00$2,940.3019.60%**
Litter and Weed ControlGeiger Work Crew$70,000.00$14,396.5520.57%**
State Highway MaintenanceWSDOT$210,000.00$139,924.3166.63%**
Traffic Signals, Signs, StripingSpokane County$790,000.00$210,824.7526.69%**
Dead Animal ControlMike Pederson$20,000.00$6,600.0033.00%
Citizen Requests for Public Works - June 2023
RequestSubmittedIn ProgressResolved
Construction - CPW707
Construction - Private101
Crosswalk Requests101
Dead Animal Removal202
Downed Tree / Branch101
General Street Maint1055
Graffiti on City Property303
Gravel Shouldering101
Hazard on Street707
Illegal Dumping - Objects12012
Report a Pothole17215
Scooters303
Street Sweeping615
Vegetation / Weeds21318
SOLID WASTE211
STORMWATER972
Traffic25520
Signs: Missing / Damaged 11110
Signal Equipment Issue404
Totals14325118
1
STREET MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY
The following is a summary of Contractor maintenance activities in the City of Spokane Valley for June 2023:
Geiger Work Crew – Litter and garbage pickup.
Pothole patching, tree trimming, graffiti removal.
AAA sweeping Contract – Residential Street sweeping continues along with arterial roadway sweeping.
Poe Asphalt Contract – Asphalt patching on Jackson, Avalon, Dyer, Lake, and Mission.
Revival General Contracting – Cutting dryland grass and litter pickup.
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 June 2023:
Continued development of GIS field maps. Field maps will be incorporated into the vactoring contract and
support field inspection data collection.
Developed the staff training program for stormwater related topics that apply to the varying staff
responsibilities for applicable City staff. Training will be tracked internally and will be a requirement for
applicable staff on an annual basis. The program is 90% complete and in final review. The training will be
rolled out to staff in the fall, after construction season, for staff to complete by year end.
Began negotiations with consultants for two separate engineering support contracts: the Sprague Avenue
Stormwater Improvements Project and the Ridgemont Estates Stormwater Improvements Project. Staff
are finalizing the scope and fee documents and anticipate initiating contracts in July.
Initiating the request for bid contract documents for a time and materials contract for stormwater
maintenance and repair services. This contract will be funded by the new fees implemented by Council in
November 2022. The advertisement will occur in July and a contract will be initiated in August.
In partnership with the City of Spokane and Spokane County, continue involvement in a bioretention
effectiveness study. Involvement includes development of QAPP and consultant selection.
Continued development of the UIC O&M maintenance plan.
Secured contractor bids for the installation of the maintenance facility generator. Arc Electric was the
selected contractor and contracts will be initiated in July.
Continue project scoping for 2024 CIP projects.
Continued annual management and/or participation of the following service contracts:
o Roadway Landscape Maintenance Contract – Senske.
o Street Sweeping Contract – AAA Sweeping.
o Storm Drain Cleaning Contract – Badger.
o Roadway Weed Control Contract – Clearwater Summit.
2
DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING
The following is a summary of Development Engineering activities for June 2023:
Assisted Building and Planning Division with preparation of design requirements for (9) Commercial and (9)
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.
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.
Reviewed civil plans for the following projects:
o Broadway Short Plat – 4 lots
o Ward Pond Removal
(EGR-2021-0083) (EGR-2023-0030)
o Burger King o Krueger Spec Warehouse
(EGR-2022-0040) (EGR-2023-0032)
nd
o Spokane Valley Coffee Stand o Ash Grove Cement 2 Unload System
(EGR-2021-0082) (EGR-2023-0033)
th
o McNall Short Plat – 3 lots o 4 and Park Apartments
(EGR-2023-0010) (EGR-2023-0034)
o Circle K o Sprague & Progress Professional Bldg
(EGR-2023-0017) (EGR-2023-0035)
o Empire Flats Multi-Family o Builders First Source
(EGR-2023-0019) (EGR-2023-0036)
o Dutch Bros o Barker Logistics Phase 2
(EGR-2023-0022) (EGR-2023-0037)
nd
o 2Lane Townhomes o Houk Apartments
(EGR-2023-0023) (EGR-2023-0038)
o Surf Thru Express Car Wash o Rodriguez Short Plat – 2 lots
(EGR-2023-0026) (EGR-2023-0039)
o Mt. Spokane Pediatrics o Long Road Short Plat – 6 lots
(EGR-2023-0029) (EGR-2023-0040)
3
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Public Works Projects
Monthly Summary - Design & Construction
June-2023
Bid% EstimatedTotal
Proposed
Project #Design & Construction ProjectsFundingOpenCompleteConstructionProject
Ad DateDatePECNCompletionCost
Street Projects
0143 Barker Rd/BNSF Grade Separation FHWA - STP(U)11/30/2001/13/211009012/31/22$26,000,000
0205 Sprague/Barker Intersection Improvement FHWA - CMAQ04/26/2205/20/221009912/31/22$ 2,510,413
0249 Sullivan & Wellesley Intersection ImprovFHWA - STP(U)10/21/2111/17/211009912/31/22$ 1,370,000
0275 Barker Rd Widening - River to Euclid FHWA - STP(U)06/12/2007/08/201009912/31/21$ 3,850,141
0299 Argonne Rd Concrete Pvmt Indiana to MontTIB - UAP04/30/2105/14/211009912/31/21$ 2,800,000
0300 Pines & Mission Intersection ImprovementFHWA - CMAQ05/12/2306/09/23100012/31/22$ 2,207,550
0313 Barker Road/Union Pacific Crossing - Ph. 1FMSIB08/20/2109/10/211009912/31/22$ 1,434,000
0313 Barker Road/Union Pacific Crossing - Ph. 2FMSIB05/05/2306/01/23100012/31/23$ 1,434,000
0318 Wilbur Sidewalk: Boone to Mission STBG-SA05/20/2206/10/221009912/31/22$ 1,007,351
0335 Mission Ave over Evergreen Rd Deck RepairFHWA - BR09/23/2211/18/221009012/31/23$ 303,182
0344 Park Rd Sidewalk - Broadway to Cataldo CDBGTBDTBD5012/31/23$ 60,500
0345 Park Rd Sidewalk- Nora to Baldwin TIB - SP04/07/2304/21/231005012/31/23$ 60,500
0347 Broadway and Park Intersection TIB/COSV04/28/2305/12/23100012/31/23$ 2,553,838
Street Preservation Projects
0320 Sullivan Preservation: Sprague-8th COSV03/10/2303/31/231002012/31/23$ 696,126
0339 2022 Local Access Streets: Summerfield ECOSV05/05/2305/19/23100012/31/22$ 1,377,400
0341 Broadway Preservation- Fancher to Park FHWA-STP(E)04/21/2305/16/23100012/31/23$ 140,000
Traffic Projects
03262020 Citywide Reflective Post Panels HSIPTBDTBD1001012/31/22$ 164,100
0342 WTSC 2022 School Zone Beacons WTSCN/AN/A1009012/31/22$ 225,000
Parks Projects
0316 Balfour Park Improvements - Phase 1 COSV12/16/2201/13/231003512/31/23$ 3,875,023
0328 Sullivan Park Waterline COSVTBDTBD850TBD$ 152,858
0338 Loop Trail Project COSVTBDTBD100TBD$ 500,000
Stormwater Projects
0327Sprague Avenue Stormwater Improvements Dept of EcologyTBDTBD35012/31/22$ 170,000
Design% Total
Project #Design Only ProjectsFundingCompleteCompleteProject
DatePECost
Street Projects
0223 Pines Rd Underpass @ BNSF & Trent FHWA - STP(U)12/31/2357$ 7,312,793
0311 Sullivan Rd./SR 290 Interchange Project COSV12/31/2320$ 500,000
0321 Argonne Corridor Imprv- North of Knox COSV12/31/2110$ 30,000
0329 Barker Road Imp- City Limits to ApplewayIMPACT FEES12/31/2130$ 250,000
0340 8th Ave Sidewalk (Coleman to Park) TIB/COSV03/31/22100$ 434,400
0346 Bowdish Sidewalk 12th to 22nd FHWA/COSV12/31/2310$ 1,983,900
Street Preservation Projects
0286 Broadway Preservation: Havana to FancherCOSVOn Hold70$ 67,600
Sewer Projects
0332 NE Industrial Area - Sewer Extension COSV12/31/2160$ 80,000
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PLANNING AND GRANTS
Spokane Reginal Transportation Council’s (SRTC) Preservation call for projects
On March 14, City Council authorized the city manager to submit funding applications for four preservation projects,
each project requesting the maximum allowed award amount of $1,500,000. The projects are: Sullivan Road (Spokane
River to Kiernan), Fancher Road (Sprague to Broadway), Fancher Road (Broadway to Sprague), and Sprague Avenue
(Bowdish to McDonald). Applications were submitted April 7. SRTC’s technical committee recommended that the
Sullivan and Sprague projects are drafted to receive $1.5M each. Further Board discussion will occur in July.
Congressionally Directed SpendingRequests
On February 21, City Council approved the city manager to submit Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) requests for
three priority projects: Sullivan & Trent Interchange, South Barker Corridor, and the Argonne/I-90 Bridge. All requests
will be in the amount of $3 million for each project. Senator Murray’s funding request was submitted on February 27.
Senator Cantwell’s and Representative McMorris Rodgers’s requests were submitted March 6 and March 10,
respectively. Representative McMorris Rodgers’ office included the Sullivan & Trent Interchange project as part of its
14-project short list for committee consideration in the coming months. Both senators excluded Spokane Valley requests
from their recommended project lists.
Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE)
RAISE has been an annual federal discretionary grant program offered by the United States Department of
Transportation over the last decade. On January 31, 2023, City Council authorized staff to submit a grant request to the
RAISE program for the Sullivan/Trent Interchange project. On February 27, staff submitted its request for $17,213,169.
Awards announcements are anticipated this fall. In June, RAISE announced its awarded projects; the City was not
successful.
Transportation Improvement Board (TIB)
TIB is an annual grant program offering state funds for transportation improvement projects. On June 20, staff
recommended to council that the City submit applications for TIB’s two programs: Urban Arterial Program (UAP) and
Active Transportation Program (ATP). The City is competing for $9 million of UAP funds and $1.7M of ATP funds. The two
UAP applications would be resubmittals of previous applications: Argonne concrete reconstruction between Indiana
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Ave. and Knox Ave. and the Barker Road roundabout at 8Ave. The single ATP application would be the Sprague Ave.
pedestrian crossings near Chronicle and McKinnon. Staff will return to city council in July for a motion consideration to
apply. Applications are due August 11 and awards are expected December 1, 2023.
WSDOT’s National Highway System (NHS) Asset Management Program
WSDOT announced its NHS Asset Management grant program in June, making available funds for preservation
improvements to the City’s principle arterial network. Grants are funded at 100% and there is $150 million available
statewide. A project award is limited to $10 million. Application are due October 5. Staff will evaluate the funding
criteria and return to council with recommended projects in July or August
6-Year Transportation Improvement Program
On June 20, the 2024-2029 6-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) was adopted by City Council. The TIP
includes 41 projects and will be used to prioritize the City’s capital improvement projects in the coming years.
Pavement Management Program
The City executed Contract No. 23-033 with Inland Asphalt Co. for Local Access Preservation Services in the amount of
$1,500,000. The contract is funded through Fund 106 – Solid Waste Fee. Staff selected the Hillview Estates
neighborhood for its 2023 asphalt replacement project. The contractor completed paving approximately 53,000 square
yards of streets in about four weeks during May. Staff is working to complete 3-5 additional blocks in the neighborhood
in July or August because the city has identified additional available funds. More to come as the work progresses.
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The City requested bids from contractors to conduct a slurry and cape seal pilot project in the University Place
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neighborhood near 9
Ave. and Herald Rd. Staff is coordinating with the selected contractor and work is to occur in early
August.
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FINANCE DEPARTMENT
Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
10210 E Sprague Avenue Spokane Valley WA 99206
Phone: (509) 720-5000 Fax: (509) 720-5075
www.spokanevalley.org
Memorandum
To: John Hohman, City Manager
From: Chelsie Taylor, Finance Director
Date: July 11, 2023
Re: Finance Department Activity Report Î May 2023
Following is information pertaining to Finance Department activities through the end of May 2023
and included herein is an updated 2023 Budget to Actual Comparison of Revenues and
Expenditures through the end of May.
2022 Year-end Process
The 2022 books were closed in April and the annual financial report was completed and filed in
May. The State Auditor's Office will be on site by early July to begin the audit of 2022.
2023 Budget Amendment
As we have progressed through 2023 the need for a number of budget amendments has arisen.
Council review will take place at the following meetings:
May 2 Admin Report
May 16 Public Hearing
May 16 First reading on proposed ordinance amending the 2023 Budget
May 30 Second reading on proposed ordinance amending the 2023 Budget
2024 Budget Development
The 2024 Budget development process began in the Finance Department in early March, and
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on March 31 we sent detailed budget requests to all departments to complete by mid-May. By
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the time the budget is scheduled to be adopted on November 7, the Council will have had an
opportunity to discuss the budget on seven occasions including three public hearings.
June 13 Council budget workshop
August 29 Admin report on 2024 revenues and expenditures
September 12 Public hearing #1 on the 2024 revenues and expenditures
October 3 City ManagerÓs presentation of preliminary 2024 Budget
October 10 Public hearing #2 on 2024 Budget
October 24 First reading on proposed ordinance adopting the 2024 Budget
November 7 Public hearing #3 on the 2024 Budget
November 7 Second reading on proposed ordinance adopting the 2024 Budget
Budget to Actual Comparison Report
A report reflecting 2023 Budget to Actual Revenues and Expenditures for those funds for which
a 2023 Budget was adopted is located on pages 5 through 18. Because we attempt to provide
this information in a timely manner, this report is prepared from records that are not formally
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closed by the Finance Department at month end or reconciled to bank records. Although it is
realistic to expect the figures will change over subsequent weeks, I believe the report is materially
accurate.
WeÓve included the following information in the report:
Revenues by source for all funds, and expenditures by department in the General Fund and
by type in all other funds.
A breakdown between recurring and nonrecurring revenues and expenditures in the General
Fund, Street O&M Fund and Stormwater Fund.
The change in fund balance including beginning and ending figures. The beginning fund
balance figures are those that are reflected in our 2022 Annual Financial Report.
Columns of information include:
o The 2023 Budget
o May 2023 activity
o Cumulative 2023 activity through May 2023
o Budget remaining in terms of dollars
o The percent of budgeted revenue collected or budgeted expenditures disbursed
A few points related to the General Fund #001 (page 5):
Recurring revenues collections are currently at 40.03% of the amount budgeted with 41.67% of
the year elapsed.
Property taxes are paid to Spokane County in two installments each year on April 30 and
October 31 and are then remitted to the City primarily in May and November with lesser
amounts typically remitted in June and December. Property taxes received thus far in 2023
are $6,333,516 or 46.68% of the amount budgeted.
Sales tax collections represent only four months of collections thus far because taxes
collected in May are not remitted to the City by the State until the latter part of June.
Collections are currently at $10,339,235 or 33.84% of the amount budgeted.
Gambling taxes are at $155,883 or 40.70% of the amount budgeted. Gambling taxes are paid
st
quarterly with second quarter payments due by July 31.
Franchise Fee and Business Registration revenues are typically received in the month
following a calendar year quarter. So far in 2023 we have received $398,656 or 32.81% of the
amount budgeted.
State shared revenues are composed of State of Washington distributions that include items
such as liquor board profits, liquor excise tax, streamlined sales tax mitigation and criminal
justice monies. Most of these revenues are paid by the State in the month following a
calendar quarter. Through May weÓve received remittances totaling $651,931 or 27.85% of
the amount budgeted.
Fines and forfeitures revenues are composed of monthly remittances from Spokane County
with payments made in the month following the actual assessment of a fine and false alarm
fees. Through May weÓve received remittances through the month of April with receipts of
$166,084 or 32.03% of the amount budgeted.
Community and Public Works service revenues are largely composed of building permit and
plan review fees as well as right of way permits. Revenues are currently at $1,706,100 or
54.23% of the amount budgeted.
Recreation program revenues are composed of revenues generated by the variety of parks
and recreation programs including classes, swimming pools (in-season), and CenterPlace.
Currently, revenues total $394,304 or 63.04% of the amount budgeted.
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Recurring expenditures are currently at $20,344,163 or 38.21% of the amount budgeted with
41.67% of the year elapsed.
Investments (page 18)
Investments at May 31 total $114,602,036 and are composed of $109,432,191 in the Washington
State Local Government Investment Pool and $5,169,845 in bank CDs.
Total Sales Tax Receipts (page 19)
Total sales tax receipts reflect State remittances through May and total $11,694,737 including
general, criminal justice, and public safety taxes. This figure is $346,979 or 3.06% greater than
the same four-month period in 2022.
Economic Indicators (pages 20 Î 22)
The following economic indicators provide information pertaining to three different sources of tax
revenue that provide a good gauge of the health and direction of the overall economy.
1. Sales taxes (page 20) provide a sense of how much individuals and businesses are spending
on the purchase of goods.
2. Hotel / Motel taxes (page 21) provide us with a sense of overnight stays and visits to our area
by tourists or business travelers.
3. Real Estate Excise taxes (page 22) provide us with a sense of real estate sales.
Page 20 provides a 10-year history of general sales tax receipts (not including public safety or
criminal justice) with monthly detail beginning January 2014.
Compared with calendar year 2022, 2023 collections have increased by $296,070 or 2.95%.
Tax receipts reached an all-time high in 2022 of $32,347,046, besting the previous record
year of 2021 when $31,499,534 was collected.
Page 21 provides a 10-year history of hotel/motel tax receipts with monthly detail beginning
January 2014.
Compared with calendar year 2022, 2023 collections have decreased by $1,387 or 0.63%.
Collections reached an all-time high in 2022 of $901,686, besting the previous record of
$744,437 in 2021.
Page 22 provides a 10-year history of real estate excise tax receipts with monthly detail
beginning January 2014.
Compared with calendar year 2022, 2023 collections have decreased by $658,070 or 41.55%.
The collections appear to be more in line with historical amounts rather than the historic highs
seen in 2021 and 2022.
Collections reached an all-time high in 2021 of $6,218,227.
Debt Capacity and Bonds Outstanding (page 23)
This page provides information on the CityÓs debt capacity, or the dollar amount of General
Obligation (G.O.) Bonds the City may issue, as well as an amortization schedule of the bonds the
City currently has outstanding.
The maximum amount of G.O. bonds the City may issue is determined by the assessed value
for property taxes which for 2023 is $16,292,740,920. Following the December 1, 2022 debt
service payments, the City has $9,810,000 of nonvoted G.O. bonds outstanding which
represents 4.01% of our nonvoted bond capacity, and 0.80% of our total debt capacity for all
types of bonds. Of this amount:
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o $3,430,000 remains on bonds issued for the construction of CenterPlace. These bonds
are repaid with a portion of the 1/10 of 1% sales tax that is collected by the Spokane Public
Facilities District.
o $155,000 remains on bonds issued for road and street improvements around CenterPlace.
The bonds are repaid with a portion of the real estate excise tax collected by the City.
o $6,225,000 remains on bonds issued for construction of the new City Hall. The bonds are
repaid with General Fund revenues.
Street Fund Revenue Sources (pages 24 and 25)
The last two charts reflect a history for the two primary sources of revenue in Street Fund #101.
These include:
Page 24 provides a 10-year history of Motor Vehicle Fuel Tax collections with monthly detail
beginning January 2014.
Compared with calendar year 2022, 2023 collections have decreased by $11,932 or 1.94%.
Tax receipts peaked in 2007 at approximately $2.1 million and have generally ranged around
$2 million in the years 2014 through 2022.
Page 25 provides a 10-year history of Telephone Utility Tax collections with monthly detail
beginning January 2014.
Compared with 2022, 2023 collections have decreased by $46,290 or 14.25%. Unlike tax
revenues collected by the State and remitted monthly, these taxes are paid to the City directly
by the service provider. Consequently, there is not a "clean cutoff' in terms of when a vendor
pays the tax.
Tax receipts peaked in 2009 at $3,054,473 and have decreased each year since due to what
we suspect is the reduction in land lines by individual households as well as a reallocation of
revenues from voice plans to data plans by cell phone companies.
The 2023 Budget was adopted with a revenue estimate of $857,000. We will watch actual
receipts closely as the year progresses.
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WA Budget Year2023
Budget to Actual Comparison of Revenues and Expenditures Elapsed =41.67%
For the Five-Month Period Ended May 31, 2023
2023
ActualActual throughBudget% of
BudgetMayMay 31RemainingBudget
#001 - GENERAL FUND
RECURRING ACTIVITY
Revenues
Property Tax13,569,2005,440,9056,333,516(7,235,684)46.68%
Sales Tax30,555,0002,741,09510,339,235(20,215,765)33.84%
Sales Tax - Public Safety1,357,000131,694491,066(865,934)36.19%
Sales Tax - Criminal Justice2,398,000232,533864,436(1,533,564)36.05%
Gambling Tax and Leasehold Excise Tax383,00012,381155,883(227,117)40.70%
Franchise Fees/Business Registration1,215,000312,187398,656(816,344)32.81%
State Shared Revenues2,341,0000651,931(1,689,069)27.85%
Fines, Forfeitures and Penalties518,60051,516166,084(352,516)32.03%
Community and Public Works3,145,900238,0671,706,100(1,439,800)54.23%
Recreation Program Revenues625,50080,512394,304(231,196)63.04%
Grant Proceeds100,00000(100,000)0.00%
Miscellaneous Department Revenue22,5007,08328,5746,074127.00%
Miscellaneous & Investment Interest158,200274,7231,054,504896,304666.56%
Transfers in - #105 (h/m tax-CP advertising)
30,00000(30,000)0.00%
Total Recurring Revenues56,418,9009,522,69622,584,289(33,834,611)40.03%
Expenditures
City Council707,55842,378320,080387,47845.24%
City Manager1,159,40487,344446,702712,70238.53%
City Attorney921,90662,472303,127618,77932.88%
Public Safety32,772,3615,755,64312,941,97919,830,38239.49%
Deputy City Manager604,75247,372274,428330,32445.38%
Finance1,346,055123,897565,801780,25442.03%
Human Resources385,58429,189163,725221,85942.46%
Information Technology436,17234,028171,537264,63539.33%
City Facilities Operations and Maintenance475,88443,965216,174259,71045.43%
Community & Public Works - Administration375,20027,285134,342240,85835.81%
Community & Public Works - Engineering2,092,926159,392761,0191,331,90736.36%
Community & Public Works - Building2,117,009147,382797,1131,319,89637.65%
Community & Public Works - Planning887,72962,742327,058560,67136.84%
Economic Development1,426,641208,893651,928774,71345.70%
Parks & Rec - Administration383,49628,219155,002228,49440.42%
Parks & Rec - Maintenance972,45581,376346,496625,95935.63%
Parks & Rec - Recreation 351,84315,11578,238273,60522.24%
Parks & Rec - Aquatics565,7006,11710,809554,8911.91%
Parks & Rec - Senior Center38,9162,4164,87934,03712.54%
Parks & Rec - CenterPlace1,096,36781,564376,516719,85134.34%
General Government1,945,41873,6391,297,210648,20866.68%
Transfers out - #204 ('16 LTGO bond debt service)
401,15000401,1500.00%
Transfers out - #309 (park capital projects)160,00000160,0000.00%
(pavement preservation)
Transfers out - #311 1,011,800001,011,8000.00%
Transfers out - #502 (insurance premium)600,00000600,0000.00%
Total Recurring Expenditures53,236,3267,120,427 20,344,163 32,892,16338.21%
Recurring Revenues Over (Under)
Recurring Expenditures3,182,5742,402,2682,240,126(942,448)
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WA Budget Year2023
Budget to Actual Comparison of Revenues and Expenditures Elapsed =41.67%
For the Five-Month Period Ended May 31, 2023
2023
ActualActual throughBudget% of
BudgetMayMay 31RemainingBudget
#001 - GENERAL FUND - continued
NONRECURRING ACTIVITY
Revenues
Transfers in - #3121,200,00000(1,200,000)0.00%
Precinct Grant39,00000(39,000)0.00%
County Portion of Plante's Ferry Study50,00000(50,000)0.00%
Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds4,520,00001,291,745(3,228,255)28.58%
Judgments & Settlements003,548,7193,548,7190.00%
Total Nonrecurring Revenues5,809,00004,840,464(968,536)83.33%
Expenditures
City Hall Repairs055,570143,390(143,390)0.00%
City Attorney (office furniture for new Paralegal)8,500008,5000.00%
Public Safety (police vehicles)1,350,085001,350,0850.00%
(police staffing assessment)
Public Safety 85,00010,05132,35152,64938.06%
Public Safety (access/fencing White Elephant)
31,000030,73226899.13%
(install Precinct gutters)
Public Safety 4,000004,0000.00%
Public Safety (install security cameras at Precinct)20,0000020,0000.00%
n
Public Safety (furniture for roll call room at Preci 30,0000030,0000.00%
Public Safety (Precinct shop lift replacement)25,0000025,0000.00%
City Facilities (City Hall space planning)05,36815,621(15,621)0.00%
Community & Public Works (20th Anniversary)34,769014,79719,97242.56%
Community & Public Works (consulting services)
209,97500209,9750.00%
Engineering (cubicle furniture)16,600016,5198199.51%
(equipment assessment)
Parks & Rec 6,000006,0000.00%
Parks & Rec (repaint portico at CenterPlace)12,0000012,0000.00%
(replace CenterPlace flooring)
Parks & Rec 52,700016,24036,46030.82%
Parks & Rec (backup batteries for CP emergency ligh 10,0000010,0000.00%
(sidewalk repairs at CenterPlace)
Parks & Rec 20,0000020,0000.00%
Parks & Rec (CenterPlace lobby improvements)150,00000150,0000.00%
General Government - IT capital replacements151,000014,872136,1289.85%
Financial Software Capital Costs500,00011,755156,166343,83431.23%
(CLFR related costs)
General Government 6,520,00013,7784,116,9942,403,00663.14%
Transfers out - #101 (Street Fund operations)3,530,048003,530,0480.00%
(replenish reserve)
Transfers out - #122 500,00000500,0000.00%
Transfers out - #309 (Balfour Park Imp. Phase 1)427,32700427,3270.00%
(pump for Mirabeau Falls)
Transfers out - #309 33,0000033,0000.00%
Transfers out - #312 ('21 fund bal >50%)5,358,054005,358,0540.00%
Total Nonrecurring Expenditures19,085,05896,522 4,557,683 14,527,37523.88%
Nonrecurring Revenues Over (Under)
Nonrecurring Expenditures(13,276,058)(96,522)282,78113,558,839
Excess (Deficit) of Total Revenues
Over (Under) Total Expenditures(10,093,484)2,305,7472,522,90812,616,392
Beginning unrestricted fund balance46,101,05046,101,050
Ending fund balance36,007,56648,623,957
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WA Budget Year2023
Budget to Actual Comparison of Revenues and Expenditures Elapsed =41.67%
For the Five-Month Period Ended May 31, 2023
2023
ActualActual throughBudget% of
BudgetMayMay 31RemainingBudget
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
#101 - STREET FUND
RECURRING ACTIVITY
Revenues
Telephone Utility Tax857,00091,423277,978(579,022)32.44%
Motor Vehicle Fuel (Gas) Tax2,062,600161,209599,520(1,463,080)29.07%
Multimodal Transportation139,200034,764(104,436)24.97%
Right-of-Way Maintenance Fee95,0004,55110,775(84,225)11.34%
Solid Waste Road Wear Fee1,700,00000(1,700,000)0.00%
Investment Interest5006832,7702,270553.97%
Miscellaneous Revenue10,00008,188(1,812)81.88%
Total Recurring Revenues4,864,300257,866933,994(3,930,306)19.20%
Expenditures
Wages / Benefits / Payroll Taxes1,617,994143,711727,267890,72744.95%
Supplies198,00057,450123,08674,91462.16%
Services & Charges2,813,399579,709834,5811,978,81829.66%
Snow Operations1,081,915122,941741,219340,69668.51%
Local Street Program3,918,10001,2873,916,8130.03%
Intergovernmental Payments1,000,00076,322189,714810,28618.97%
Vehicle Rentals - #501 (non-plow vehicle rental)27,7500027,7500.00%
(plow replace)
Vehicle Rentals - #501 275,00000275,0000.00%
Total Recurring Expenditures10,932,158980,1342,617,1548,315,00423.94%
Recurring Revenues Over (Under)
Recurring Expenditures(6,067,858)(722,268)(1,683,160)4,384,698
NONRECURRING ACTIVITY
Revenues
Insurance Proceeds005,1895,1890.00%
Transfers in - #0013,530,04800(3,530,048)0.00%
Transfers in - #1061,862,92900(1,862,929)0.00%
Transfers in - #3112,677,09900(2,677,099)0.00%
Transfers in - #312250,00000(250,000)0.00%
Total Nonrecurring Revenues8,320,07605,189(8,314,887)0.06%
Expenditures
Tapered Wing for Snowplow020,24720,247(20,247)0.00%
Generator for Maint. Shop (50% cost to #402)
8,50008,13936195.76%
(50% cost to #402)
Desks for Maintenance Shop 1,530001,5300.00%
Signal Maintenance Equipment40,000029,05610,94472.64%
Streetlight Replacement Program40,000032,9627,03882.40%
Transfers out - #501(truck for Signal Technician)58,0000058,0000.00%
Fixed Base Pole/Pedestrian Signal Post002,190(2,190)0.00%
Retaining Wall Repair008,168(8,168)0.00%
Bridge Maintenance10,0000010,0000.00%
Total Nonrecurring Expenditures158,03020,247100,76257,26863.76%
Nonrecurring Revenues Over (Under)
Nonrecurring Expenditures8,162,046(20,247)(95,573)(8,257,619)
Excess (Deficit) of Total Revenues
Over (Under) Total Expenditures2,094,188(742,515)(1,778,733)(3,872,921)
Beginning fund balance1,319,2061,319,206
Ending fund balance3,413,394(459,527)
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SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - continued
#103 - PATHS & TRAILS
Revenues
Motor Vehicle Fuel (Gas) Tax8,7006802,529(6,171)29.06%
Investment Interest100142520420520.41%
Total revenues8,8008223,049(5,751)34.65%
Expenditures
Capital Outlay00000.00%
Total expenditures00000.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures8,8008223,049(5,751)
Beginning fund balance38,36838,368
Ending fund balance47,16841,418
#104 - TOURISM FACILITIES HOTEL/MOTEL TAX FUND
Revenues
Tourism Facilities Hotel/Motel Tax600,00055,915141,553(458,447)23.59%
Investment Interest 5,00019,99274,15569,1551483.09%
Transfers in - #105515,19800(515,198)0.00%
Total revenues1,120,19875,907215,708(904,490)19.26%
Expenditures
Spokane Cnty - Avista Stadium Award2,000,00000(2,000,000)0.00%
Total expenditures2,000,00000(2,000,000)0.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(879,802)75,907215,7081,095,510
Beginning fund balance5,619,7055,619,705
Ending fund balance4,739,9035,835,413
#105 - HOTEL/MOTEL TAX FUND
Revenues
Hotel/Motel Tax900,00085,978217,785(682,215)24.20%
Investment Interest 1,0002,5498,1877,187818.67%
Total revenues901,00088,527225,972(675,028)25.08%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #00130,0000030,0000.00%
Transfers out - #104515,19800515,1980.00%
Tourism Promotion309,70208,000301,7022.58%
Total expenditures854,90008,000846,9000.94%
Revenues over (under) expenditures46,10088,527217,972(1,521,928)
Beginning fund balance507,419507,419
Ending fund balance553,519725,390
#106 - SOLID WASTE
Revenues
Solid Waste Administrative Fees225,000067,250157,75029.89%
Solid Waste Road Wear Fee00517,028(517,028)0.00%
Investment Interest 4,00012,04045,641(41,641)1141.02%
Total revenues229,00012,040629,919(400,919)275.07%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #1011,862,929001,862,9290.00%
Education & Contract Administration229,0009,423112,165116,83548.98%
Total expenditures2,091,9299,423 112,165 1,979,7645.36%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(1,862,929)2,617517,754(2,380,683)
Beginning fund balance3,003,1613,003,161
Ending fund balance1,140,2323,520,914
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SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - continued
#107 - PEG FUND
Revenues
Comcast PEG Contribution71,0005,2335,23365,7677.37%
Investment Interest 08203,044(3,044)0.00%
Total revenues71,0006,0538,27762,72311.66%
Expenditures
PEG Reimbursement - CMTV39,5000039,5000.00%
Capital Outlay33,50002,11531,3856.31%
Total expenditures73,00002,11570,8852.90%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(2,000)6,0536,162(8,162)
Beginning fund balance233,782233,782
Ending fund balance231,782239,944
#108 - AFFORDABLE & SUPPORTIVE HOUSING TAX FUND
Revenues
Affordable & Supportive Housing Tax200,000024,214175,78612.11%
Investment Interest 02,0847,827(7,827)0.00%
Total revenues200,0002,08432,041167,95916.02%
Expenditures
Affordable & Supportive Housing Program00000.00%
Total expenditures00000.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures200,0002,08432,041167,959
Beginning fund balance577,569577,569
Ending fund balance777,569609,609
A
#109 - TOURISM PROMOTION ARE
Revenues
Tourism Promotion Area Fee800,000119,534282,940517,06035.37%
Investment Interest 01,0711,869(1,869)0.00%
Tourism Interest0211390(390)0.00%
Total revenues800,000120,816285,199514,80135.65%
Expenditures
Services & Charges45,0000045,0000.00%
Total expenditures45,0000045,0000.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures755,000120,816285,199469,801
Beginning fund balance00
Ending fund balance755,000285,199
#120 - CENTER PLACE OPERATING RESERVE FUND
Revenues
Investment Interest00000.00%
Transfers in00000.00%
Total revenues00000.00%
Expenditures
Operations00000.00%
Total expenditures00000.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures0000
Beginning fund balance300,000300,000
Ending fund balance300,000300,000
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SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - continued
#121 - SERVICE LEVEL STABILIZATION RESERVE FUND
Revenues
Investment Interest00000.00%
Transfers in00000.00%
Total revenues00000.00%
Expenditures
Operations00000.00%
Total expenditures00000.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures0000
Beginning fund balance5,500,0005,500,000
Ending fund balance5,500,0005,500,000
#122 - WINTER WEATHER RESERVE FUND
Revenues
Investment Interest1,1001141,596496145.10%
Transfers in - #001500,00000(500,000)0.00%
Subtotal revenues501,1001141,596(499,504)0.32%
Expenditures
Snow removal expenses500,00000500,0000.00%
Transfers out - #10100000.00%
Total expenditures500,00000500,0000.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures1,1001141,596(999,504)
Beginning fund balance31,78031,780
Ending fund balance32,88033,376
DEBT SERVICE FUNDS
#204 - DEBT SERVICE FUND
Revenues
Spokane Public Facilities District527,20068,60068,600(458,600)13.01%
Transfers in - #001401,15000(401,150)0.00%
Transfers in - #30180,60000(80,600)0.00%
Transfers in - #30280,60000(80,600)0.00%
Total revenues1,089,55068,60068,600(1,020,950)6.30%
Expenditures
Debt Service Payments - CenterPlace527,20068,60068,600458,60013.01%
Debt Service Payments - Roads161,2003,1003,100158,1001.92%
Debt Service Payments - '16 LTGO Bond401,150110,575110,575290,57527.56%
Total expenditures1,089,550182,275182,275907,27516.73%
Revenues over (under) expenditures0(113,675)(113,675)(1,928,225)
Beginning fund balance00
Ending fund balance0(113,675)
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2023
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS
#301 - CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
Revenues
REET 1 - Taxes1,500,000139,957462,956(1,037,044)30.86%
Investment Interest4,00020,01376,79172,7911919.77%
Total revenues1,504,000159,969539,747(964,253)35.89%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #20480,6000080,6000.00%
Transfers out - #303385,96700385,9670.00%
(pavement preservation)
Transfers out - #311 1,037,500001,037,5000.00%
Transfers out - #3143,655003,6550.00%
Total expenditures1,507,722001,507,7220.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(3,722)159,969539,747(2,471,975)
Beginning fund balance5,314,9285,314,928
Ending fund balance5,311,2065,854,674
#302 - SPECIAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
Revenues
REET 2 - Taxes1,500,000139,957462,956(1,037,044)30.86%
Investment Interest6,00025,12295,30689,3061588.44%
Total revenues1,506,000165,079558,262(947,738)37.07%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #20480,6000080,6000.00%
Transfers out - #303602,72000602,7200.00%
(pavement preservation)
Transfers out - #311 1,037,500001,037,5000.00%
Transfers out - #314135,00000135,0000.00%
Total expenditures1,855,820001,855,8200.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(349,820)165,079558,262(2,803,558)
Beginning fund balance6,791,1756,791,175
Ending fund balance6,441,3557,349,437
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS - continued
#303 STREET CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
Revenues
Developer Contribution71,61500(71,615)0.00%
Traffic Mitigation Fees041,580117,978117,9780.00%
Investment Interest07,88225,93425,9340.00%
Grant Proceeds7,988,3760547,463(7,440,913)6.85%
Transfers in - #301385,96700(385,967)0.00%
Transfers in - #302602,72000(602,720)0.00%
Transfers in - #315108,44900(108,449)0.00%
Total revenues9,157,127 49,462 691,375 (8,465,753)7.55%
Expenditures
205Sprague/Barker Intersection Improvement19,76671312,4757,29163.11%
249Sullivan & Wellesley Intersection076826(826)0.00%
300Pines & Mission Intersection Improvements1,294,8318,125141,6691,153,16210.94%
313Barker Road/Union Pacific Crossing1,044,00019,403104,457939,54310.01%
318Wilbur Sidewalk: Boone to Mission0625723(723)0.00%
320Sullivan Preservation: Sprague-8th2,070,4625,07098,2181,972,2444.74%
321Argonne Corridor Imprv - North of Knox10,0000010,0000.00%
3262020 Citywide Retroreflective Post Panel89,5027640489,0980.45%
327Sprague Avenue Stormwater1,557,410001,557,4100.00%
329Barker Road Imp - City Limits to Appleway750,00014,72228,880721,1203.85%
332NE Industrial Area - Sewer Extension25,0000025,0000.00%
335Mission Ave over Evergreen Rd Deck Repair09,54114,156(14,156)0.00%
3408th Ave Sidewalk (Coleman to Park)401,0117,67878,976322,03519.69%
3422022 School Zone Flashing Beacons00773(773)0.00%
344Park Rd Sidewalk - Broadway to Cataldo338,86200338,8620.00%
345Park Rd Sidewalk - Nora to Baldwin311,6003,48240,915270,68513.13%
346Bowdish Sidewalk - 12th to 22nd244,6837,1287,128237,5552.91%
347Broadway and Park Intersection046,895108,013(108,013)0.00%
Contingency1,000,000001,000,0000.00%
Total expenditures9,157,127123,534 637,614 8,519,5136.96%
Revenues over (under) expenditures0(74,072)53,761(16,985,266)
Beginning fund balance1,943,1511,943,151
Ending fund balance1,943,1511,996,912
Note: Work performed in the Street Capital Projects Fund for preservation projects is for items such as sidewalk upgrades that were bid
with the pavement preservation work.
#309 - PARKS CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
Revenues
Transfers in - #001620,32700(620,327)0.00%
Transfers in - #31040,19200(40,192)0.00%
Transfers in - #3125,677,84600(5,677,846)0.00%
Grant Proceeds126,10000(126,100)0.00%
Investment Interest 004434430.00%
Total revenues6,464,4650443(6,464,022)0.01%
Expenditures
314Balfour Park Frontage Improvements005,000(5,000)0.00%
316Balfour Park Improvements - Phase 15,021,465580,458748,6054,272,86014.91%
328Sullivan Park Waterline500,000039,773460,2277.95%
338Loop Trail Project750,00007,624742,3761.02%
Parking & Trail Design (Summerfield, Ponderosa, F 136,90000136,9000.00%
West Lawn Shade Canopy for Stage23,1000023,1000.00%
Pump replacement for Mirabeau Falls33,0000033,0000.00%
Total expenditures6,464,465580,458801,0025,663,46312.39%
Revenues over (under) expenditures0(580,458)(800,559)(12,127,485)
Beginning fund balance177,301177,301
Ending fund balance177,301(623,258)
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS - continued
#310 - CIVIC FACILITIES CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
Revenues
Investment Interest 1,0001973,0152,015301.45%
Total revenues1,0001973,0152,015301.45%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #30940,1920040,1920.00%
Payment to Library District799,0930799,0930100.00%
Total expenditures839,2850799,09340,19295.21%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(838,285)197(796,079)(38,178)
Beginning fund balance853,709853,709
Ending fund balance15,42457,630
#311 - PAVEMENT PRESERVATION FUND
Revenues
Transfers in - #0011,011,80000(1,011,800)0.00%
Transfers in - #3011,037,50000(1,037,500)0.00%
Transfers in - #3021,037,50000(1,037,500)0.00%
Grant Proceeds1,760,00009,324(1,750,676)0.53%
Investment Interest 022,80982,06782,0670.00%
Total revenues4,846,80022,809 91,392 (4,755,408)1.89%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #1012,677,099002,677,0990.00%
Pre-project GeoTech Services50,0000050,0000.00%
Pavement Preservation7,805,121007,805,1210.00%
320Sullivan Preservation: Sprague-8th028,27644,112(44,112)0.00%
334Sprague Avenue Preservation0325582(582)0.00%
3392022 Local Access Streets: Summerfield E05,61427,864(27,864)0.00%
341Broadway Preservation - Fancher to Park09,79131,231(31,231)0.00%
347Broadway and Park Intersection0107107(107)0.00%
Total expenditures10,532,22044,113 103,89510,428,3250.99%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(5,685,420)(21,304)(12,504)(15,183,733)
Beginning fund balance6,615,7006,615,700
Ending fund balance930,2806,603,196
#312 - CAPITAL RESERVE FUND
Revenues
Transfers in - #0015,358,05400(5,358,054)0.00%
Investment Interest 20,00057,635203,211183,2111016.06%
Total revenues5,378,05457,635203,211(5,174,843)3.78%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #0011,200,000001,200,0000.00%
Transfers out - #101250,00000250,0000.00%
Transfers out - #3095,677,846005,677,8460.00%
Transfers out - #314544,39200544,3920.00%
Land Acquisition (E Sprague)
791,00000791,0000.00%
Land Acquisition (Sullivan Park)759,60000759,6000.00%
Total expenditures9,222,838009,222,8380.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(3,844,784)57,635203,211(14,397,681)
Beginning fund balance16,658,02016,658,020
Ending fund balance12,813,23616,861,231
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CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS - continued
#314 - RAILROAD GRADE SEPARATION PROJECTS FUND
Revenues
Developer Contribution187,51100(187,511)0.00%
Grant Proceeds2,827,0860111,610(2,715,476)3.95%
Investment Interest 00000.00%
Transfers in - #3013,65500(3,655)0.00%
Transfers in - #302135,00000(135,000)0.00%
Transfers in - #312544,39200(544,392)0.00%
Total revenues3,697,6440111,610 (3,586,034)3.02%
Expenditures
143Barker Rd/BNSF Grade Separation750,00013,955135,603614,39718.08%
223Pines Rd Underpass2,200,00072,296231,7671,968,23310.53%
311Sullivan Rd./SR 290 Interchange Project1,000,00040110,885989,1151.09%
Total expenditures3,950,00086,652378,2543,571,7469.58%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(252,356)(86,652)(266,644)(7,157,780)
Beginning fund balance267,460267,460
Ending fund balance15,104815
#315 - TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEES
Revenues
Transportation Impact Fees200,00013,370203,4543,454101.73%
Investment Interest 03,00910,88210,8820.00%
Total revenues200,00016,379 214,337 14,337107.17%
Expenditures
Transfers out - #303108,44900108,4490.00%
Total expenditures108,44900108,4490.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures91,55116,379214,337(94,112)
Beginning fund balance665,904665,904
Ending fund balance757,455880,241
#316 - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CAPITAL PROJECT FUND
Revenues
Transfers in - #31200000.00%
Total revenues00000.00%
Expenditures
Fair & Expo Center Expansion00000.00%
Total expenditures00000.00%
Revenues over (under) expenditures0000
Beginning fund balance00
Ending fund balance00
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ActualActual throughBudget% of
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ENTERPRISE FUNDS
#402 - STORMWATER FUND
RECURRING ACTIVITY
Revenues
Stormwater Management Fees5,600,0002,139,3262,557,165(3,042,835)45.66%
Investment Interest2,00013,82633,39931,3991669.94%
Total Recurring Revenues5,602,0002,153,151 2,590,564(3,011,436)46.24%
Expenditures
Wages / Benefits / Payroll Taxes957,36845,690 233,663723,70524.41%
Supplies99,3003,359 84,11615,18484.71%
Services & Charges1,764,822263,783 385,5751,379,24721.85%
Intergovernmental Payments48,0000048,0000.00%
Vehicle Rentals - #5016,750006,7500.00%
Office Furniture & Equipment001,529(1,529)0.00%
Total Recurring Expenditures2,876,240312,832 704,883 2,171,35724.51%
Recurring Revenues Over (Under)
Recurring Expenditures2,725,7601,840,319 1,885,680(840,080)
NONRECURRING ACTIVITY
Revenues
Grant Proceeds00000.00%
Total Nonrecurring Revenues00000.00%
Expenditures
Capital - various projects350,00000350,0000.00%
300Pines & Mission Intersection Improvement06943,996(3,996)0.00%
314Balfour Park Frontage Improvements00393(393)0.00%
Watershed Studies100,00000100,0000.00%
Land Acquisition (Spokane Conservation Dist.)260,0000256,8813,11998.80%
(50% cost to #101)
Desks for Maintenance Shop 1,530001,5300.00%
Generator for Maint. Shop (50% cost to #101)8,50008,13936195.76%
Stormwater Comprehensive Plan50,0000050,0000.00%
Total Nonrecurring Expenditures770,030694 269,410 500,62034.99%
Nonrecurring Revenues Over (Under)
Nonrecurring Expenditures(770,030)(694)(269,410)500,620
Excess (Deficit) of Total Revenues
Over (Under) Total Expenditures1,955,7301,839,6261,616,270(339,460)
Beginning working capital2,278,3632,278,363
Ending working capital4,234,0933,894,633
Note: Work performed in the Stormwater Fund for preservation projects is for stormwater improvements that were bid
with the pavement preservation work.
#403 - AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA
Revenues
Spokane County460,00000(460,000)0.00%
Grant Proceeds397,500033,721(363,779)8.48%
Investment Interest 1,9005,10519,20617,3061010.83%
Total revenues859,4005,10552,926(806,474)6.16%
Expenditures
Capital - various projects1,421,1004,64884,3911,336,7095.94%
Effectiveness study55,0000055,0000.00%
Total expenditures1,476,1004,64884,3911,391,7095.72%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(616,700)457(31,465)(2,198,183)
Beginning working capital1,520,5221,520,522
Ending working capital903,8221,489,057
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INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS
#501 - ER&R FUND
Revenues
Interfund vehicle lease - #00152,10000(52,100)0.00%
Interfund vehicle lease - #10127,75000(27,750)0.00%
Interfund vehicle lease - #101 (plow replace)275,00000(275,000)0.00%
Interfund vehicle lease - #4026,75000(6,750)0.00%
(additional dump bed truck)
Transfers in - #101 58,00000(58,000)0.00%
Investment Interest2,0004,23216,54514,545827.27%
Total revenues421,600 4,232 16,545 (405,055)3.92%
Expenditures
Wages / Benefits / Payroll Taxes02,7948,627(8,627)0.00%
Small Tools & Minor Equipment10,0001,3406,1043,89661.04%
Equipment Repair & Maintenance07882,302(2,302)0.00%
Vehicle Purchase513,00020,247180,491332,50935.18%
Total expenditures523,00025,169197,524325,47637.77%
Revenues over (under) expenditures(101,400)(20,936)(180,979)(730,530)
Beginning working capital1,417,1191,417,119
Ending working capital1,315,7191,236,140
#502 - RISK MANAGEMENT FUND
Revenues
Investment Interest00000.00%
Transfers in - #001600,00000(600,000)0.00%
Total revenues600,00000(600,000)0.00%
Expenditures
Auto & Property Insurance600,0000572,25127,74995.38%
Unemployment Claims04949(49)0.00%
Total expenditures600,00049572,30027,70095.38%
Revenues over (under) expenditures0(49)(572,300)(627,700)
Beginning working capital428,022428,022
Ending working capital428,022(144,278)
FIDUCIARY FUNDS
#632 - PASSTHROUGH FEES & TAXES
Revenues
Passthrough Fees & Taxes591,00047,277198,898(392,102)33.65%
Total revenues591,00047,277198,898(392,102)33.65%
Expenditures
Passthrough Fees & Taxes591,00019,124140,798450,20223.82%
Total expenditures591,00019,124140,798450,20223.82%
Revenues over (under) expenditures028,15358,099(842,304)
Beginning working capital00
Ending working capital058,099
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WA Budget Year2023
Budget to Actual Comparison of Revenues and Expenditures Elapsed =41.67%
For the Five-Month Period Ended May 31, 2023
2023
ActualActual throughBudget% of
BudgetMayMay 31RemainingBudget
SUMMARY FOR ALL FUNDS
Total of Revenues for all Funds121,162,01412,836,82035,106,620
Per Revenue Status Report121,162,01412,836,82035,106,620
Difference- - -
Total of Expenditures for all Funds140,540,2479,606,30032,613,483
Per Expenditure Status Report140,540,2479,606,30032,613,483
Difference- - -
Total Capital expenditures (included in
total expenditures)33,733,098892,3472,461,734
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Investment Report
For the Five-Month Period Ended May 31, 2023
NW BankGesaTotal
LGIP*CD #2068CD #9613Investments
Beginning$105,407,673.81$3,126,030.94$2,043,813.85$110,577,518.60
Deposits3,562,931.230.000.003,562,931.23
Withdrawls0.000.000.000.00
Interest461,586.630.000.00461,586.63
Ending$109,432,191.67$3,126,030.94$2,043,813.85$114,602,036.46
matures:7/23/202312/28/2023
rate:2.90%5.14%
Earnings
BalanceCurrent PeriodYear to dateBudget
001General Fund$61,846,654.33$262,262.71997,226.24$65,000.00
101Street Fund161,892.25682.862,769.84500.00
103Trails & Paths33,693.61142.12520.41100.00
104Tourism Facilities Hotel/Motel4,739,581.3119,991.6374,154.515,000.00
105Hotel/Motel604,217.632,548.608,186.671,000.00
106Solid Waste Fund2,854,385.5312,039.8445,640.814,000.00
107PEG Fund194,446.92820.183,044.080.00
108Affordable & Supportive Housing494,018.372,083.787,826.540.00
109Tourism Promotion Area253,922.961,071.051,869.290.00
120CenterPlace Operating Reserve0.000.000.000.00
121Service Level Stabilization Reserve5,500,000.000.000.000.00
122Winter Weather Reserve27,047.56114.091,596.121,100.00
301Capital Projects 4,744,543.1920,012.5576,790.684,000.00
302Special Capital Projects5,955,877.4525,121.9895,306.176,000.00
303Street Capital Projects Fund1,868,642.147,881.9625,934.160.00
309Parks Capital Project0.000.00442.920.00
310Civic Buildings Capital Projects46,702.67196.993,014.501,000.00
311Pavement Preservation5,407,562.8922,809.1882,067.450.00
312Capital Reserve Fund13,664,097.4857,635.37203,211.1320,000.00
314Railroad Grade Separation Projects0.000.000.000.00
315Transportation Impact Fees713,334.403,008.8610,882.320.00
316Economic Development Capital Proj0.000.000.000.00
402Stormwater Management3,277,744.5513,825.5833,398.712,000.00
403Aquifer Protection Fund1,210,320.105,105.1519,205.851,900.00
501Equipment Rental & Replacement1,003,351.124,232.1516,545.302,000.00
502Risk Management0.000.000.000.00
632Passthrough Fees & Taxes0.000.000.000.00
$114,602,036.46$461,586.63$1,709,633.70$113,600.00
*Local Government Investment Pool
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Sales Tax Receipts
For the Five-Month Period Ended May 31, 2023
Month Difference
Received20222023$%
February3,202,171.483,327,068.41124,896.933.90%
March2,441,337.892,669,835.22228,497.339.36%
April2,550,319.992,592,511.3642,191.371.65%
May3,153,928.133,105,321.94(48,606.19)(1.54%)
11,347,757.4911,694,736.93346,979.443.06%
June3,039,845.65
July3,009,859.02
August3,235,239.66
September3,139,069.66
October3,284,249.15
November3,413,874.54
December3,179,520.40
January2,913,075.29
36,562,490.8611,694,736.93
Sales tax receipts reported here reflect remittances for general sales tax, criminal justice
sales tax and public safety tax.
The sales tax rate for retail sales transacted within the boundaries of the City of Spokane
Valley is 8.9%. The tax that is paid by a purchaser at the point of sale is remitted by the
vendor to the Washington State Department of Revenue who then remits the taxes back to
the various agencies that have imposed the tax. The allocation of the total 8.9% tax rate to
the agencies is as follows:
-State of Washington6.50%
-City of Spokane Valley0.85%
-Spokane County0.15%
-Spokane Public Facilities District0.10%*
-Criminal Justice0.10%
-Public Safety0.10%*2.40%local tax
-Juvenile Jail0.10%*
-Mental Health0.10%*
-Law Enforcement Communications0.10%*
-Spokane Transit Authority0.80%*
8.90%
*Indicates voter approved sales taxes
In addition to the .85% reported above that the City receives, we also receive a portion of
the Criminal Justice and Public Safety sales taxes. The distribution of those taxes is
computed as follows:
Criminal Justice: The tax is assessed county-wide and of the total collected, the
State distributes 10% of the receipts to Spokane County, with the remainder
allocated on a per capita basis to the County and the cities within the County.
Public Safety: The tax is assessed county-wide and of the total collected, the
State distributes 60% of the receipts to Spokane County, with the remainder
allocated on a per capita basis to the cities within the County.
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Difference
2022 to 2023
AprilMarchFebruaryJanuary
April
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A
3
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023$%
April
-
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
collected
collected
0
budgetactual total
8,000,0006,000,0004,000,0002,000,000
12,000,00010,000,000
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WSales Tax Collections For the years 2014 through 202 January1,677,8871,732,2991,863,2251,992,2732,078,4122,240,9082,253,8522,615,3262,834,6862,938,699104,0133.67%February1,17
0,6401,197,3231,316,6821,369,7401,536,2521,648,6571,776,8982,185,8762,161,4982,360,356198,8589.20%March1,201,9911,235,2521,378,3001,389,6441,564,2821,549,2751,687,3552,317,6712,256,3142,299,08542,771
1.90%April1,448,5391,462,0961,640,9131,737,9331,926,5511,955,4701,627,5963,029,0902,790,6672,741,095(49,572)(1.78%) Collected to date5,499,0575,626,9706,199,1206,489,5907,105,4977,394,3107,345,70110
,147,96310,043,16510,339,235296,0702.95%May1,400,9561,373,7101,566,1781,564,1191,762,1191,946,1121,651,9372,768,7432,695,7170June1,462,5581,693,4611,641,6421,751,9361,871,0772,067,9872,291,8422,795,9
202,658,9880July1,545,0521,718,4281,776,6531,935,0282,053,9612,232,3422,368,4952,804,9302,848,6180August1,575,3711,684,7001,746,3711,877,8991,980,9402,121,0512,393,5972,623,9342,777,8890September1,55
2,7361,563,9501,816,9231,946,6892,019,1982,223,5762,258,4892,627,9972,908,3220October1,594,5031,618,8211,822,9981,898,0672,005,8362,134,9852,431,9202,648,7483,027,3410November1,426,2541,487,6241,652,
1811,768,8171,925,8172,064,5042,317,6852,504,8842,818,2230December1,383,5961,441,9041,664,9831,856,9891,918,4112,019,8952,178,8152,576,4152,568,7830 Total Collections17,440,08318,209,56819,887,04921
,089,13422,642,85624,204,76225,238,48131,499,53432,347,04610,339,235 Budget Estimate16,990,00017,628,40018,480,50019,852,10020,881,90022,917,00021,784,00025,200,00030,000,00030,555,000Actual
over (under) budg450,083581,1681,406,5491,237,0341,760,9561,287,7623,454,4816,299,5342,347,046(20,215,765)Total actual collections as a % of total budget102.65%103.30%107.61%106.23%108.43%105.62%11
5.86%125.00%107.82%n/a% change in annual total collected5.14%4.41%9.21%6.04%7.37%6.90%4.27%24.81%2.69%n/a% of through April32.37%31.92%33.54%32.69%34.03%32.27%33.72%40.27%33.48%33.84%%
of through April31.53%30.90%31.17%30.77%31.38%30.55%29.11%32.22%31.05%n/a Chart Reflecting History of Collections through the Month of Apri
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Difference
AprilMarchFebruaryJanuary
2022 to 2023
April
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April
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023$%
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
collected
collected
0
budgetactual total
50,000
250,000200,000150,000100,000
ctual over (under) budg19,26731,23716,37435,98066,976143,85197,243(5,563)301,686(682,215)
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WAHotel/Motel Tax Receipts through -Actual for the years 2014 through 2023 ATotal actual collections as a % of total budget103.64%105.68%102.82%106.20%111.55%123.98%128.10%99
.26%150.28%n/a% change in annual total collected5.90%5.82%2.60%3.29%5.03%14.97%(40.41%)67.95%21.12%n/a% of through April24.35%25.03%25.27%23.77%25.38%27.31%37.45%17.61%36.53%24.20%%
of
January25,42527,09231,88727,21028,75231,86536,20326,00648,75936,965(11,794)(24.19%)February26,01427,11127,77326,79528,87832,82131,03531,04138,36945,9727,60319.82%March29,38432,99834,33031,60131,90640
,07637,39530,53644,48348,8704,3879.86%April48,24650,45552,55152,24257,66459,11724,95944,47687,56185,978(1,583)(1.81%) Total Collections129,069137,656146,541137,848147,200163,879129,592132,059219,172
217,785(1,387)(0.63%)May41,12344,28350,23050,11251,77753,59616,90649,00274,6130June52,61856,97555,06060,63762,04873,72128,91066,26286,7580July61,51461,80965,00769,33771,86584,62841,83694,49597,4130Au
gust70,38472,69773,70076,97279,36891,63749,772101,171113,0780September76,10074,05170,30580,17379,66197,53159,116104,494106,0130October45,60449,88055,66056,63161,82677,93250,84492,92478,0480November39
,60042,37646,39347,09052,86859,25239,69462,32277,8710December33,25641,51033,47837,18040,36341,67526,57341,70848,7200 Total Collections549,267581,237596,374615,980646,976743,851443,243744,437901,6862
17,785 Budget Estimate530,000550,000580,000580,000580,000600,000346,000750,000600,000900,000 through April23.50%23.68%24.57%22.38%22.75%22.03%29.24%17.74%24.31%n/a Chart Reflecting
History of Collections through the Month of April
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AprilMarchFebruaryJanuary
Difference
2022 to 2023
658,070
(
)
925,912n/a
2,074,088
(
)
28
10.26%
(
1,583,981,580,03
77
2,218,22
6
9.73%69.99%
857,1411,529,74
1,658,02
)
99
12.28%
861,45
(
3
915,73800,432533,54
April
3
9
614,321729,95353,8221,007,57
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731,57
April
9
315,412602,03467,42142.49%152.26%117.69%150.38%126.68%119.06%182.90%155.46%139.50%n/a
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023$%
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
t
e
g
t
e
g
bud
)
collected
0
e
under collected
(
800,000600,000400,000200,000
1,800,0001,600,0001,400,0001,200,0001,000,000
h April28.67%43.00%30.72%36.50%30.52%30.77%42.86%38.24%39.60%30.86%h April20.12%28.24%26.10%24.27%24.10%25.84%23.43%24.60%28.39%n/a
gg
budgetactual total
ctual over
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WA1st and 2nd 1/4% REET Collections throughActual for the years 2014 through 2023 January61,19296,141104,446153,661239,437120,809212,512277,311420,393169,780(250,613)(59.61%)F
ebruary67,049103,50883,583124,514146,892199,209242,927283,644239,226198,135(41,091)(17.18%)March81,724165,868220,637282,724310,562193,913203,774497,974543,267278,083(265,184)(48.81%)April105,448236,5
21205,654169,060218,842347,528197,928470,818381,096279,914(101,182)(26.55%) Collected to datMay198,870165,748192,806202,734646,397263,171258,784380,346521,9570June106,676347,421284,897248,768277,424
465,044329,801426,592564,7640July208,199217,375248,899449,654302,941327,636234,040408,246397,4080August172,536202,525231,200472,420261,626300,312365,838666,6451,059,3520September152,323179,849178,046
187,348259,492335,824381,224471,991218,7010October123,505128,833253,038207,895584,792225,216381,163440,971386,0710November172,227129,870186,434229,800263,115319,161370,4491,208,216389,0730December117
,682157,919164,180278,995288,912235,726479,586685,473458,7300 Total distributed by Spokane County1,567,4292,131,5782,353,8223,007,5733,800,4323,333,5493,658,0266,218,2275,580,038925,912
Budget estimate1,100,0001,400,0002,000,0002,000,0003,000,0002,800,0002,000,0004,000,0004,000,0003,000,000ATotal actual collections as a % of total bud% change in annual total collected32.19%35.99
%10.43%27.77%26.36%% of throu% of throu Chart Reflecting History of Collections through the Month of April
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WA
Debt Capacity
2022 Assessed Value for 2023 Property Taxes16,292,740,920
MaximumOutstandingRemaining
Deb
tas ofDebt%
Capacity12/31/2022CapacityUtilized
Voted (UTGO)1.00%of assessed value162,927,4090162,927,4090.00%
Nonvoted (LTGO)1.50%of assessed value244,391,1149,810,000234,581,1144.01%
Voted park2.50%of assessed value407,318,5230407,318,5230.00%
Voted utilit
y2.50%of assessed value407,318,5230407,318,5230.00%
1,221,955,5699,810,0001,212,145,5690.80%
2014 LTGO Bonds
Road <GO Bonds
PeriodStreet2016 LTGOGrand
EndingCenterPlaceImprovementsTotalBondsTotal
12/1/2014225,000135,000360,0000360,000
Bonds 12/1/2015175,000125,000300,0000300,000
Repaid 12/1/2016185,000130,000315,00075,000390,000
12/1/2017190,000130,000320,000150,000470,000
12/1/2018230,000135,000365,000155,000520,000
12/1/2019255,000140,000395,000160,000555,000
12/1/2020290,000140,000430,000165,000595,000
12/1/2021320,000145,000465,000170,000635,000
12/1/2022350,000150,000500,000175,000675,000
2,220,0001,230,0003,450,0001,050,0004,500,000
12/1/2023390,000155,000545,000180,000725,000
12/1/2024430,0000430,000185,000615,000
12/1/2025465,0000465,000195,000660,000
12/1/2026505,0000505,000200,000705,000
12/1/2027395,0000395,000205,000600,000
12/1/2028300,0000300,000215,000515,000
12/1/2029245,0000245,000220,000465,000
12/1/2030225,0000225,000225,000450,000
Bonds 12/1/2031180,0000180,000235,000415,000
Remaining 12/1/2032130,0000130,000240,000370,000
12/1/2033165,0000165,000250,000415,000
12/1/2034000260,000260,000
12/1/2035000270,000270,000
12/1/2036000280,000280,000
12/1/2037000290,000290,000
12/1/2038000305,000305,000
12/1/2039000315,000315,000
12/1/2040000330,000330,000
12/1/2041000340,000340,000
12/1/2042000355,000355,000
12/1/2043000365,000365,000
12/1/2044000375,000375,000
12/1/2045000390,000390,000
3,430,000155,0003,585,0006,225,0009,810,000
5,650,0001,385,0007,035,0007,275,00014,310,000
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Difference
2022 to 2023
AprilMarchFebruaryJanuary
April
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April
A
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023$%
collected
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
collected
0
budgetactual total
700,000600,000500,000400,000300,000200,000100,000
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WMotor Fuel (Gas) Tax Collections -For the years 2014 through 2023 January152,906152,598163,918150,654162,359148,530152,686143,576162,156138,984(23,172)(14.29%)February148,118
145,455163,037164,807175,936181,823170,461150,882156,245168,13711,8927.61%March131,247140,999145,537138,205139,826131,009146,280117,784135,183133,038(2,145)(1.59%)April156,269157,994167,304168,000168
,796144,08090,589141,080160,396161,8891,4930.93% Collected to date588,540597,046639,796621,666646,917605,442560,016553,322613,980602,048(11,932)(1.94%)May156,850156,259171,829174,211193,986185,66913
0,168175,706181,7820June161,965164,872157,737174,838144,308175,985128,359156,670162,6700July157,805168,205177,427177,019194,267169,733138,932163,103190,5870August172,308186,277177,567195,780205,43819
5,107136,633185,516192,9660September173,299174,505194,640184,342180,874180,605195,550178,022173,1430October160,539161,520166,369163,780158,062162,187160,272161,171142,0540November165,871181,771176,17
8194,814199,282196,240175,980187,269155,4260December141,298153,338152,787154,298148,960155,728119,282149,169147,0590 Total Collections1,878,4751,943,7932,014,3302,040,7482,072,0942,026,6961,745,1921
,909,9481,959,667602,048 Budget Estimate1,866,4001,867,7002,013,4002,048,9002,061,1002,039,5001,715,0001,808,7001,904,0002,071,300Actual over (under) budg12,07576,093930(8,152)10,994(12,804)30,19210
1,24855,667(1,469,252)Total actual collections as a % of total budget100.65%104.07%100.05%99.60%100.53%99.37%101.76%105.60%102.92%n/a% change in annual total collected0.56%3.48%3.63%1.31%1.54%(2.19
%)(13.89%)9.44%2.60%n/a% of through April31.53%31.97%31.78%30.34%31.39%29.69%32.65%30.59%32.25%29.07%% of
through April31.33%30.72%31.76%30.46%31.22%29.87%32.09%28.97%31.33%n/a Chart Reflecting History of Collections through the Month of April
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AprilMarchFebruaryJanuary
2022 to 2023
April
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-
A
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023$%
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
collected
0
collected
t
900,000800,000700,000600,000500,000400,000300,000200,000100,000
budgeactual total
ugust205,645185,172171,909150,644148,158127,303112,35185,25182,1460ctual over (under) budg(288,940)(307,917)(270,692)(107,095)(141,630)(35,848)(202,370)33,91571,639(578,470)
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, WTelephone Utility Tax Collections AA through April33.76%34.55%34.08%34.12%34.08%34.16%36.92%32.81%32.36%n/a Chart Reflecting History of Collections through
the Month of Apri
For the years 2014 through 2023 January210,777177,948182,167162,734130,196136,615123,292(333)81,43978,798(2,641)(3.24%)February205,953212,845173,971163,300164,060132,538121,596155,91180,73080,351(379
)(0.47%)March208,206174,738177,209162,536158,416138,727121,938100,56681,03827,407(53,631)(66.18%)April206,038214,431171,770157,285146,519126,455120,01683,10981,61391,97410,36112.69%
Collected to date830,974779,962705,117645,855599,191534,335486,842339,253324,820278,530(46,290)(14.25%)May210,010187,856174,512161,506149,434135,704118,01894,86485,2850June210,289187,412170,450156,
023150,780129,602117,90585,94963,0940July205,651190,984174,405157,502147,281130,723120,92286,834107,5970September199,193183,351170,476155,977141,290128,01891,86687,39190,1140October183,767183,739166,
784153,075142,925127,21490,27286,94185,6830November213,454175,235166,823151,208139,209125,02788,21282,79781,0650December202,077183,472168,832161,115140,102126,22692,24284,63583,8350
Total Collections2,461,0602,257,1832,069,3081,892,9051,758,3701,564,1521,318,6301,033,9151,003,639278,530 Budget Estimate2,750,0002,565,1002,340,0002,000,0001,900,0001,600,0001,521,0001,000,000932
,000857,000Total actual collections as a % of total budget89.49%88.00%88.43%94.65%92.55%97.76%86.69%103.39%107.69%n/a% change in annual total collected(10.03%)(8.28%)(8.32%)(8.52%)(7.11%)(11.05%)(1
5.70%)(21.59%)(2.93%)n/a% of through April30.22%30.41%30.13%32.29%31.54%33.40%32.01%33.93%34.85%32.50%% of