Black Diamond public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review its rules and procedures. The body will also discuss the PROS Plan and introduce commissioners for the 2022-2025 term.

• Rules & Procedures for Planning Commission
• PROS Plan Overview
• Introduction of Planning Commissioners (Term: 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2025)

The Planning Commission approved the October and November meeting minutes and introduced the three commissioners appointed for the 2022-2025 term: Pam McCain, Carol Morgan, and John Olson. No public hearings or substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on procedural items and a presentation on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan.

• Adopted October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted November 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Introduced new Planning Commissioners for term 1/1/2022-12/31/2025: Pam McCain, Carol Morgan, John Olson

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed 2020 Comprehensive Plan amendments. The body is also considering updates to the city fee schedule and amendments to the 2021 operating budget.

• Public hearing on proposed 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Claim checks totaling $501,755.94
• Resolution regarding update to City's Fee Schedule
• Ordinance amending the City's 2021 Operating Budget
• Professional Service Agreement with RH2 Engineering for 3rd Avenue Watermain Improvements

The City Council approved the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Update, excluding changes to residential mixed-use in the Community Commercial zone. The council also approved several Planning Commission appointments, a budget amendment, and a professional services agreement for water main improvements.

• Adopted 2020 Comprehensive Plan Update without residential mixed-use changes in Community Commercial zone (7-0)
• Confirmed Pam McCain to Planning Commission Position #4 (5-2)
• Confirmed John Olson to Planning Commission Position #7 (5-2)
• Confirmed Carol Morgan to Planning Commission Position #6 (5-1-1)
• Approved $501,755.94 in claim checks (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1458 amending City Fee Schedule and 2022 Utility Rate Schedule (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance of therapeutic court grant funds (7-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with RH2 Engineering for 3rd Ave Water Main Improvement Project (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a final public hearing and consider an ordinance to adopt the 2022 Operating Budget. The meeting also includes resolutions regarding sewer rates and stormwater collection.

• Final Public Hearing on 2022 Budget (AB21-080)
• Ordinance Adopting the 2022 Operating Budget (AB21-081)
• Resolution Regarding Deferring Sewer Rate Increase (AB21-079)
• Resolution Extending King County Metro Stormwater Collection Agreement (AB21-078)

The Black Diamond City Council unanimously approved the 2022 operating budget via Ordinance No. 21-1168, reducing the general fund transfer for future campus costs to $1,800,000 and earmarking $200,000 for a future City Administrator. A proposed amendment to reduce public safety funding by the cost of two additional police officers and prepare a levy lid lift for a public vote failed for lack of a second. The council also approved the consent agenda, including resolutions extending the King County Metro stormwater agreement and deferring a sewer rate increase.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including AB21-078 (King County Metro stormwater agreement extension) and AB21-079 (deferring sewer rate increase) (6-0).
• Closed the public hearing on the 2022 budget with no public testimony.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-1168, the 2022 operating budget, reducing the transfer to future campus costs to $1,800,000 and earmarking $200,000 for a future City Administrator (6-0).
• Rejected a motion to reduce public safety funding by the cost of two additional officers and prepare a levy lid lift for a public vote (died for lack of a second).
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0).

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The body will further discuss exemptions regarding the Traffic Impact Fee Ordinance.

• Discussion on Traffic Impact Fee Ordinance exemptions

The City Council held a work session to discuss potential exemptions to the Traffic Impact Fee ordinance, including for low-income housing, early learning facilities, and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). No formal decision was made; the Council reached consensus to further explore these options and directed staff to gather metrics and benchmarks from other cities to bring back to another work session. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 6-0 vote.

• Discussed potential Traffic Impact Fee exemptions for low-income housing, early learning facilities, and ADUs.
• Reached consensus to further explore exemption options and gather benchmarks from other cities.
• Directed staff to bring metrics and benchmark information back to a future work session.
• Adjourned the meeting with a unanimous 6-0 vote.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2022 preliminary budget. The body is also considering ordinances to set 2022 property tax amounts and the city's 2022 legislative agenda.

• Public hearing on Proposed 2022 Preliminary Budget (AB21-073)
• Ordinance regarding 2022 property tax dollar amount increase and percentage (AB21-074)
• Ordinance setting estimated assessed valuation and maximum property tax for 2022 (AB21-075)
• Resolution for a change order to Pacific Civil & Infrastructure for a 12-inch watermain on SR 169 (AB21-077)
• Claim checks and EFTs totaling $1,336,844.17

The Black Diamond City Council approved the 2022 property tax increase and assessed valuation, adopted the city's 2022 legislative agenda, and authorized a change order for the Springs Transmission Main construction contract. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included claims, payroll, and several service contracts. No public hearing comments were received on the 2022 preliminary budget.

• Adopted 2022 property tax dollar amount increase (6-0)
• Set estimated assessed valuation and maximum property tax for 2022 (6-0)
• Approved city's 2022 legislative agenda (6-0)
• Authorized change order for Springs Transmission Main construction (6-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including claims, payroll, and contracts (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is continuing its work to provide recommendations to the City Council on several proposed 2021 Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The body will also receive information regarding delays to the PROS Plan and Housing Action Plan.

• Reconsideration of the 2019 Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and zoning code updates
• Proposed amendments to Comprehensive Plan Appendix 7 regarding an alternative SE loop connector route
• Proposed repeal of city prohibitions on marijuana businesses
• Feasibility study on conducting a city-wide ecological inventory
• Proposed deletion or relocation of policy ED-4.5

The Planning Commission voted on a series of recommendations to correct the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and zoning map, including designating parcels as Public, Low Density Residential, and other uses, and removing a Master Planned Development overlay. All recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council. The commission also recommended adding policies on marijuana businesses and moving an economic development policy, but failed to pass a policy on conducting an ecological inventory.

• Approved FLUM amendment designating parcels 0421069087 and 0421069106 as Public (6-0)
• Approved FLUM amendment designating 28 parcels as Low Density Residential (6-0)
• Approved removal of Master Planned Development overlay from parcel 1321069012 (6-0)
• Approved designating parcel 1021069016 as Business Park & Light Industrial with Business/Industrial Park zoning (5-1)
• Approved designating parcel 1121069017 as Community Commercial (4-2)
• Approved designating parcels 1121069024, 1221069038, and 1321069017 as Industrial or Low Density Residential with corresponding zoning (5-1 each)
• Approved zoning Lake Sawyer parcels as R4 (6-0)
• Approved adding Policy LU-50 on marijuana retail siting to the comprehensive plan (4-2)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The body will discuss and review the Annual 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments.

• Discussion and Review of the Annual 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendments

The City Council held a work session to review the 2020 Comprehensive Plan amendments, which are ready for adoption after the city prevailed on an appeal. Staff and the city attorney discussed the timeline and Planning Commission recommendations, including two proposed text changes. No formal vote was taken on the amendments; the council directed staff to schedule a public hearing for December 2.

• Reviewed 2020 Comprehensive Plan amendments (no vote)
• Recommended striking a sentence in Section 5.13 Commercial Goals and Policies
• Recommended replacing 'TC and NC Designations' with 'Town Center and Commercial Zoning Designations' in LU Goal 10
• Directed staff to schedule a public hearing for December 2
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2022 preliminary budget and revenue sources, which may include a property tax increase. The body will also consider several resolutions related to city agreements and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing on 2022 Preliminary Budget and Revenue Sources, including possible property tax increase
• Claim checks totaling $270,195.14
• Resolution accepting 2021 Citywide Asphalt Overlays Project
• Resolution amending Interlocal Agreement with SCORE
• Resolution adopting yearly addendum to agreement with Valley Communications

The Black Diamond City Council approved Resolution No. 21-1447, authorizing the mayor to execute an addendum to the interlocal agreement with South Correctional Entity (SCORE) for inmate housing in 2022. The vote was unanimous (7-0). The council also approved the consent agenda as amended, which included claims, minutes, and a resolution with Valley Communications, but removed one item for separate discussion. A public hearing on the 2022 preliminary budget and possible property tax increase was opened and closed with no public comments.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-1447 authorizing mayor to execute 2022 SCORE inmate housing addendum (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda as amended, removing item AB21-066 (5-2)
• Approved claims checks totaling $270,195.14
• Approved minutes from October 14 and October 21 meetings
• Approved Resolution AB21-067, yearly addendum to agreement with Valley Communications
• Removed Resolution AB21-068 (2021 Citywide Asphalt Overlays) from agenda
• Removed item AB21-066 from consent agenda for separate discussion
• Opened and closed public hearing on 2022 preliminary budget with no comments

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The body will review the 2022 preliminary budget and revenue sources, including a possible increase in property tax.

• Review of 2022 Preliminary Budget
• Discussion of revenue sources
• Possible increase in property tax

The City Council held a work session to review the 2022 preliminary budget, focusing on revenue sources and a possible property tax increase. Finance Director Miller explained that property tax funds are dedicated to public safety and discussed the 1% cap increase, which would yield $21,053. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned without voting on the budget or tax increase.

• Adjourned special meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond and Enumclaw City Councils are participating in a joint meeting and workshop study session. The event includes a tour of Byron Kibler Elementary School and presentations by the Enumclaw School District and both city councils.

• Tour of Byron Kibler Elementary School
• Joint meeting presentation by ESD, Black Diamond City Council, and Enumclaw City Council

The Enumclaw School Board held a joint work study session with the Enumclaw and Black Diamond city councils, featuring presentations from the school district and both cities. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the work study session

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a work session. The session focuses on reviewing the 2022 preliminary budget for revenues and expenditures across several public funds.

• 2022 Preliminary Budget for Public Works (Streets, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Funds)
• 2022 Budgets for Capital Projects
• 2022 Budgets for Special Revenue and Internal Services Funds

The City Council held a work session to review the 2022 preliminary budgets for public works, capital projects, special revenue, and internal service funds. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, with staff highlighting revenue sources, expenditures, and proposed adjustments such as increasing the gym floor replacement project to $80,000 and adding $10,000 to CIP #714. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Reviewed 2022 preliminary budgets for streets, water, sewer, stormwater, and capital projects (no vote)
• Noted gym floor replacement project budget to be changed to $80,000 (proposed)
• Suggested increasing CIP #714 budget by $10,000 (proposed)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to provide recommendations to the City Council on several proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The body will also discuss delays regarding the PROS Plan and Housing Action Plan.

• Reconsideration of the 2019 Future Land Use Map and corresponding zoning code updates
• Proposed amendments to Comprehensive Plan Appendix 7 regarding an alternative SE loop connector route
• Proposed repeal of city prohibitions on marijuana businesses
• Feasibility study on conducting a city-wide ecological inventory
• Proposed deletion or relocation of policy ED-4.5

The Black Diamond Planning Commission voted on a series of comprehensive plan amendments to resolve inconsistencies between the 2019 Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and current zoning. Most staff recommendations were approved, but Inconsistency #3 (rezoning to MDR8) failed on re-vote, and Inconsistency #6 (revert to R-4) failed on a tie. The commission also voted to defer remaining docket items to the next meeting on November 9, 2021.

• Approved Inconsistency #1: Revert parcels to 2009 Business Park & Light Industrial FLUM (6-1)
• Approved Inconsistency #2: Revert parcel to 2009 Business Park/Light Industrial FLUM (4-3 after reconsideration)
• Denied Inconsistency #3: Rezone parcel to MDR8 (3-4 on re-vote)
• Approved Inconsistency #4: Revert parcels to Low Density Residential (R-4) FLUM and zoning (7-0)
• Approved Inconsistency #5: Amend FLUM to Low Density Residential for listed parcels (6-0)
• Denied Inconsistency #6: Revert parcel to R-4 FLUM and zoning (tied 3-3)
• Approved Inconsistency #7: Amend FLUM to Community Commercial for multiple parcels (6-0)
• Approved Consolidations #1-4 and Scrivener's Error #1: Maintain 2019 FLUM and zoning (various votes)

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution for an amended and restated Comprehensive School Mitigation Agreement. The body is also considering a resolution regarding the dignity of citizens regardless of vaccination status and the appointment of a Public Works Director.

• Confirmation of Scott Hanis as Public Works Director
• Claim checks and EFTs totaling $1,495,162.55
• Payroll for September 2021 totaling $459,241.98
• Resolution amending contract with Grindline for Geotechnical Report
• Resolution for Amended and Restated Comprehensive School Mitigation Agreement

The Black Diamond City Council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an amended and restated Comprehensive School Mitigation Agreement with the Enumclaw School District and the Master Developer. The council also confirmed Scott Hanis as Public Works Director, effective November 1, 2021. A resolution supporting the dignity of all citizens regardless of vaccination status failed on a 2-5 vote.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1445 authorizing the mayor to execute the amended school mitigation agreement (7-0)
• Confirmed Scott Hanis as Public Works Director starting November 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted the consent agenda, including claims, payroll, and a contract amendment (7-0)
• Failed Resolution No. 21-1446 supporting dignity of all citizens regardless of vaccination status (2-5)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The body will review the 2022 Preliminary Budget of Revenues and Expenditures for the General Fund.

• Review of 2022 Preliminary Budget of Revenues and Expenditures for the General Fund

The City Council held a work session to review the 2022 preliminary general fund budget, with total operating expenditures of $9,480,297 and public safety consuming 49.2% of that amount. Finance Director Miller noted expenditures are projected to increase at a higher rate than revenues, and that Mayor Benson is transferring $2 million in one-time funds to future campus costs. No formal decisions were made; the next budget meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2021.

• Reviewed 2022 preliminary general fund budget (no vote)
• Noted $9,480,297 total general fund operating expenditures
• Noted public safety uses 49.2% of general fund expenditures
• Noted $2 million transfer from one-time funds to future campus costs
• Scheduled next budget meeting for October 28, 2021

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the 2022 legislative agenda. This is followed by a town hall meeting featuring an open mic session for the public.

• Discussion regarding 2022 Legislative Agenda
• Town Hall open mic session

The City Council held a work session to discuss draft 2022 legislative priorities, with members suggesting additions focused on Highway 169 improvements, including widening and designation as a Highway of Significance. No formal decisions were made; the mayor will incorporate suggestions and bring the updated priorities for adoption at the first meeting in December.

• Discussed draft 2022 legislative priorities (no vote)
• Mayor to add Hwy 169 suggestions and adopt at December meeting (no vote)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2022 legislative agenda. A separate town hall meeting is also scheduled for an open mic session.

• Discussion regarding 2022 Legislative Agenda
• Town Hall Open Mic

The City Council held a special virtual town hall meeting to hear public comments on the Comprehensive Plan update, including the SE connector, the 288th/Hwy 169 intersection, and pedestrian safety. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting; the only action was adjournment, which passed 6-0.

• Adjourned the special town hall meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the Comprehensive Plan. The body will discuss amendments to Appendix 7 (Transportation) to reflect an alternative route for the SE Loop Connector.

• Public hearing on Amendments to Comprehensive Plan Appendix 7 (Transportation) for an alternative SE Loop Connector Route

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on amendments to Comprehensive Plan Appendix 7 (Transportation) to reflect an alternative SE Loop Connector route. No decision was made; the commission will review and vote on the item at the October 26 meeting. The minutes also include adoption of prior meeting minutes and a report on the Open Space and Recreation plan.

• Adopted Regular Meeting Minutes of September 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Special Meeting Minutes of September 21, 2021 (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on SE Loop Connector route amendment; no vote taken
• Denied point of order to recuse Commissioner McCain (not well-taken)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council will meet to discuss adding a new chapter to the Municipal Code regarding transportation impact fees. The council will also review a consent agenda including claim checks.

• Ordinance AB21-061: Adding Chapter 3.80 Transportation Impact Fees to the Municipal Code
• Claim Checks No. 50475 through 50521 totaling $484,166.75

The Council adopted Ordinance No. 21-1165, adding Chapter 3.80 to the municipal code for transportation impact fees and adopting the Parametrix rate study, excluding items G, H, and I. The vote was 7-0. Council members wanted more time to discuss proposed exemptions for low-income, early learning facilities, and accessory dwelling units, and agreed to hold a special meeting on November 18 at 5:30 p.m. to consider them. The consent agenda, including claim checks totaling $484,166.75 and prior meeting minutes, was also approved.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-1165 adding Chapter 3.80 (Transportation Impact Fees) and the Parametrix rate study, excluding items G, H, and I (7-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including claim checks (Check No. 50475-50521, $484,166.75) and minutes from September 9 and September 16 meetings (6-0).
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0).
• Scheduled a special meeting for November 18 at 5:30 p.m. to further discuss transportation impact fee exemptions.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:22 p.m. (7-0).

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding an agreement with the Black Diamond Community Center for ARPA fund disbursement. The council will also hold a work session to review 2021 revenues and expenditures and the 2022 preliminary budget.

• Resolution AB21-060: Agreement with Black Diamond Community Center for ARPA rent and utility assistance
• Review of 2021 Budget revenues and expenditures
• Review of 2022 Preliminary Budget Summary and possible property tax increase

The council approved Resolution No. 21-1443, allocating $100,000 in ARPA funds for an economic hardship grant program to assist Black Diamond residents with rent and/or utility bills, and authorizing the mayor to sign an agreement with the Black Diamond Community Center to administer the program. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). The meeting also included a work session reviewing 2021 revenues/expenditures and the preliminary 2022 budget, with no formal decisions made on the budget.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-1443 allocating $100,000 for rent/utility assistance (5-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign agreement with Black Diamond Community Center to administer the grant program (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study and work session to deliberate on several policy changes. Discussions include land use updates, the city's Future Land Use Map, and the potential repeal of marijuana business prohibitions.

• Feasibility study for an Ecological Inventory in the City
• Repealing city prohibitions on marijuana businesses and updating land use siting
• Reconsideration of the 2019 FLUM and possible reversion to the 2009 FLUM
• Updating zoning code for consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and FLUM
• Deleting or moving policy ED 4.5 from the Economic Development chapter

The Planning Commission held a work session to deliberate on four Comprehensive Plan docket items, reaching consensus on staff recommendations for each. They approved moving policy ED 4.5 to the Transportation Chapter, adding a policy for an ecological inventory, adding a policy to analyze marijuana business siting, and supported most staff recommendations on FLUM and zoning inconsistencies, including reverting to the 2009 FLUM for several parcels. They also agreed to hold an additional public hearing on the SE Loop Connector at the October 12 meeting.

• Consensus to move policy ED 4.5 to the Transportation Chapter as Policy T-26.
• Consensus to add Policy NE-6 for an ecological inventory, with revisions to wording.
• Consensus to add Policy LU-50 to analyze marijuana retail business siting.
• Consensus to support staff recommendations on FLUM inconsistencies, including reverting to 2009 FLUM for several items.
• Consensus to support staff recommendations on consolidations, scrivener's errors, undesignated parcels, and zoning map errors.
• Consensus to remove the TDR layer from the FLUM map and create a separate map.
• Consensus to hold an additional public hearing on the SE Loop Connector at the October 12 meeting.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss updates to the 2021 salary schedule and the 2019-2024 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also consider a resolution regarding fire services.

• Ordinance AB21-057 to amend the 2021 Salary Schedule
• Resolution AB21-058 to amend the 2019-2024 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution AB21-059 regarding fire services
• Claim checks totaling $441,106.82
• August 2021 payroll totaling $439,824.37

The Black Diamond City Council approved several items, including allocating between $100,000 and $165,000 of ARPA funds to the Black Diamond Community Center for rent and utility assistance, authorizing a new fire services contract with Mountainview Fire & Rescue, and amending the 2021 salary schedule (adding two positions) and the 2019-2024 Capital Improvement Plan. The consent agenda, including claims and payroll, was also approved. All votes were 6-0 except for the salary and CIP amendments, which passed 4-2.

• Approved agenda amendment to add ARPA discussion and adopted amended agenda (6-0).
• Adopted consent agenda including claims ($441,106.82), payroll ($439,824.37), and minutes (6-0).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-1164 amending 2021 salary schedule and authorizing two additional positions (4-2).
• Approved resolution amending 2019-2024 Capital Improvement Plan (4-2).
• Approved Resolution No. 21-1442 authorizing Mayor to execute fire services contract with Mountainview Fire & Rescue (6-0).
• Authorized $100,000–$165,000 of ARPA funds to Black Diamond Community Center for rent/utility assistance (6-0).
• Adjourned meeting at 9:57 p.m. (6-0).

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The body will discuss how to use ARPA 2022 funds, including potential funding for the Black Diamond Community Center to manage rent and utility assistance.

• Discussion of ARPA 2022 fund allocations
• Proposed funding for Black Diamond Community Center to administer rent and utility assistance

The City Council held a work session to discuss possible uses for 2022 ARPA funds, including rent/utility assistance, a watermain upgrade, and COVID-related costs. Finance Director Miller presented a worksheet and suggested not using ARPA funds for COVID costs. No formal decision was made; the discussion was continued to the regular meeting at 7 p.m. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote (6-0).

• Adjourned the special meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a regular work session to review upcoming city business. The primary item for discussion is the discharge of fireworks within city limits.

• Discussion on Discharge of Fireworks within the City Limits

The Black Diamond City Council held a work session to discuss a potential fireworks ban within city limits. No formal decision was made; the council debated enforcement challenges, insurance concerns, and possible solutions, including an advisory vote in August 2022. The matter was referred back to the Public Safety Committee for further discussion.

• Discussed fireworks ban, no action taken
• Referred fireworks discussion to Public Safety Committee
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings to discuss updates to the city's comprehensive plan and business regulations. The body will consider changes to marijuana business prohibitions and the 2019 Future Land Use Map.

• Proposal to repeal city prohibitions on marijuana businesses
• Reconsideration of the 2019 FLUM and possible reversion to the 2009 FLUM
• Feasibility study on conducting an ecological inventory
• Proposal to delete or move policy ED-4.5 from the Economic Development Chapter

The Black Diamond Planning Commission held public hearings on four Comprehensive Plan amendment topics—moving policy ED-4.5, conducting an ecological inventory feasibility study, repealing marijuana business prohibitions, and reconsidering the 2019 Future Land Use Map—but took no final action. All items were continued to a September 21 special meeting for further discussion and deliberation. The commission also adopted minutes from three prior meetings.

• Adopted June 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted August 10, 2021 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted August 24, 2021 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on moving policy ED-4.5 to Transportation Chapter; no action taken
• Held public hearing on ecological inventory feasibility study; no action taken
• Held public hearing on repealing marijuana business prohibitions; no action taken
• Held public hearing on 2019 FLUM reconsideration; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the 2019-2024 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also consider resolutions for GIS software procurement and a Tough Mudder special event permit.

• Public hearing on AB21-054: Proposed Amendments to the 2019-2024 Capital Improvement Plan
• Claim checks No 50353 through 50409 totaling $192,082.90
• AB21-055: Resolution regarding purchase of GIS software and associated equipment
• AB21-056: Resolution regarding Tough Mudder Special Event Permit

The Black Diamond City Council approved the purchase of GIS software and associated hardware, and authorized the mayor to execute a special event permit for Tough Mudder. A public hearing on proposed amendments to the Capital Improvement Plan was held, but adoption was deferred to a future meeting. The consent agenda, including claim checks and prior meeting minutes, was approved.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including claim checks totaling $192,082.90 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-1439 authorizing purchase of ArcGIS software and hardware (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-1440 authorizing Tough Mudder special event permit (6-0)
• Public hearing on Capital Improvement Plan amendments held; adoption deferred to future meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a study and work session. The primary focus is a presentation on the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and Zoning Map.

• Study/Work Session: Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and Zoning Map Presentation

The Black Diamond Planning Commission held a special meeting on August 24, 2021, with no public hearings, unfinished business, or new business. The main agenda item was a study/work session presentation by Senior Planner Joey Portmann on the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and zoning, covering background, inconsistencies, scriveners' errors, and discussion points. No formal decisions or votes were taken on substantive matters; the only vote was to adjourn the meeting, which passed 7-0.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed transportation impact fee rate study and a new municipal code chapter. The body is also considering contracts for police equipment and engineering services.

• Public hearing on proposed BDMC Chapter 3.80 Transportation Impact Fee and Rate Study
• Contract with Axon Enterprise for police body-worn cameras and digital evidence storage
• Resolution regarding a copier lease for the Police Department
• Contract Amendment #7 with RH2 Engineering for WSFFA
• Payment of claim checks and EFTs totaling $608,211.25

The City Council approved a five-year contract with Axon for police body-worn cameras and a copier lease for the police department. A public hearing on a proposed transportation impact fee was held, with action deferred to September 2. The consent agenda, including payments and contract amendments, was approved.

• Approved Axon body camera contract (7-0)
• Approved copier lease for police department (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims, payroll, and contract amendments (6-0)
• Confirmed Knut Syversen to Planning Commission (6-0)
• Held public hearing on transportation impact fee; no action taken

City Council

The City Council is holding a regular work session to review upcoming city business. The primary focus of this meeting is a discussion regarding new police legislation.

• Discussion on New Police Legislation

The Black Diamond City Council held a work session to discuss new police-related state legislation and its impacts on the community. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, with Police Chief Kiblinger reviewing several new laws and leading a discussion on how to support the department and engage residents. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a meeting to consider amendments to the Comprehensive Plan regarding transportation. One item was rescheduled to September 7, 2021.

• Amendments to Comprehensive Plan Appendix 7 (Transportation) for an alternative SE Loop Connector Route
• Feasibility study for an Ecological Inventory (rescheduled to September 7, 2021)

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on proposed amendments to Comprehensive Plan Appendix 7 (Transportation) to consider an alternative SE Loop Connector Route, but took no action. The hearing was for public input only, with staff and the applicant (Oakpointe) clarifying that no final decision has been made. The commission also approved the July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0) and discussed upcoming work sessions and public hearings.

• Approved July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Held public hearing on SE Loop Connector Route alternatives; no action taken
• Rescheduled ecological inventory public hearing to September 7, 2021

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council will meet to discuss amendments to the municipal code regarding senior housing. The body is also considering a contract for skatepark design and engineering and a contract for a transmission main replacement project.

• AB 21-039A: Contract to Pacific Civil & Infrastructure for the Springs Transmission Main Replacement Project
• AB21-046: Contract with Grindline Skateparks for Design and Engineering
• AB21-047: Ordinance amending BDMC Section 18.100.655 relating to senior housing
• Claim checks totaling $271,702.61
• Payroll totaling $437,968.16

The Black Diamond City Council approved a professional services agreement with Grindline Skateparks for design and engineering of the Skatepark project (Resolution 21-1434, 6-0). It also adopted Ordinance 21-1163 amending the municipal code relating to senior housing (5-1, with O'Donnell dissenting). The consent agenda, including a $271,702.61 claim check batch and a $437,968.16 payroll, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 21-1434 authorizing contract with Grindline Skateparks for skatepark design and engineering (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-1163 amending BDMC Section 18.100.655 on senior housing (5-1, O'Donnell dissenting)
• Approved consent agenda including claim checks ($271,702.61), payroll ($437,968.16), and minutes (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several infrastructure contracts and the acceptance of federal coronavirus recovery funds. The agenda includes resolutions for watermain and transmission main replacements and lake weed control.

• Ordinance accepting Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from ARPA
• Contract to R.W. Scot Construction Co. for Morganville South Watermain Replacement Project
• Contract to Pacific Civil & Infrastructure for Springs Transmission Main Replacement Project
• Contract to Aquatechnex for 2021-2022 Lake Sawyer Aquatic Weed Control
• Claim checks totaling $1,112,960.31

The council approved a $694,738.13 construction contract with R.W. Scott Construction Co. for the Morganville South Watermain Replacement project, including a $39,500 contingency and a budget appropriation of about $234,438. It also accepted federal ARPA funds and established a new ARPA Fiscal Recovery Fund. A contract for the Springs Transmission Main Replacement project was tabled to the August 5 meeting. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $694,738.13 contract with R.W. Scott Construction Co. for Morganville South Watermain Replacement (6-1)
• Approved $39,500 contingency and $234,438 budget appropriation for watermain project (6-1)
• Accepted ARPA funds and established ARPA Fiscal Recovery Fund (7-0)
• Tabled Springs Transmission Main Replacement contract to August 5 meeting (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 budget planning calendar (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims, minutes, and four resolutions (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is convening a special meeting conducted via Zoom. The primary purpose of the meeting is to enter an executive session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel.

• Executive session regarding potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)

The Black Diamond City Council met in a special session on July 15, 2021, and immediately entered an executive session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel, as permitted under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). The session lasted about one hour, and no formal decisions or actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:01 p.m.

• Held executive session for potential litigation discussion, no action taken
• Adjourned the special meeting at approximately 7:01 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings on two sets of code amendments. The body will also discuss its work plan for the rest of 2021.

• Public hearing: Senior Housing Code Amendments
• Public hearing: Fences and Hedges Code Amendments
• Discussion of 2021 work plan

The Planning Commission voted 4-2 to recommend amending the senior housing code to lower the minimum age from 65 to 55 and forward it to City Council. A prior motion to change the age to 55 failed 3-3, and a motion for age 62 failed for lack of a second. The commission did not forward the Fences, Hedges and Walls code amendments to City Council, as no motion was made.

• Recommended senior housing age change from 65 to 55 to City Council (4-2)
• Motion to change senior housing age to 55 failed (3-3)
• Motion to change senior housing age to 62 failed (no second)
• Fences, Hedges and Walls code amendments not forwarded to City Council (no motion)
• Added extra meetings on Aug 24, Sep 21, Oct 26 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel.

• Executive session regarding potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)

The Black Diamond City Council held a special meeting on July 12, 2021, primarily to enter an executive session to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel, as permitted under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). The session lasted from 8:09 p.m. to 9:25 p.m., with two extensions, and no action was taken afterward. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 6-0 vote.

• Held executive session on potential litigation (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a regular work session to discuss and review a Transportation Impact Fee Study. The session includes a review of a related ordinance.

• Discussion and Review of Transportation Impact Fee Study and Related Ordinance

The City Council discussed a proposed Transportation Impact Fee ordinance and the related study. Council reached consensus to have the city attorney draft language for a provision regarding early learning facilities. They also agreed to hold a public hearing on the ordinance at the August 19 Council meeting. No formal vote was taken on the ordinance itself.

• Consensus to direct the city attorney to draft language for an early learning facilities provision in the ordinance.
• Consensus to schedule a public hearing on the ordinance for the August 19 Council meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m. by a 5-0 vote.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings. The commission will discuss proposed code amendments regarding senior housing and fences and hedges.

• Public hearing on Senior Housing Code Amendments
• Public hearing on Fences and Hedges Code Amendments

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special retreat to identify future challenges and agree on how to address priority issues. Discussions include expanding the city's commercial base, identifying sustainable revenue sources, and improving the partnership between the Council and the administration.

• Discussion on expanding the city's commercial base and sustainable revenue sources
• Review of department work plans by directors, City Clerk, IT Manager, and Municipal Court Judge
• Discussion on building city capacity to address future challenges
• Planning for issues to be addressed in 2022

The City Council held a special retreat to discuss three major issues: the city's capacity to address future challenges, its economic base, and the Council's role in governing. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting was a discussion and planning session. Key agreements included the urgent need for a succession plan, the first step of hiring a City Administrator, and the need for a long-term facilities plan.

• Agreed that a succession plan is an urgent need to right-size staffing and prepare for future departures
• Agreed that hiring a City Administrator is the first step toward matching resources to future needs
• Agreed on the need for a long-term facilities plan, possibly funded with federal funds
• Discussed expanding the economic base, including reducing sales tax leakage and updating zoning along Highway 169
• Discussed potential new revenue sources, including marijuana sales and a B&O tax
• Agreed to consider Mayor Benson's six goals as a starting point for a shared vision, with possible additions of accountability and inclusiveness
• Discussed adding monthly Council work session items to follow up on retreat topics

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider a six-year transportation improvement plan and a housing action plan. The body will also review claim checks, payroll, and a salary schedule amendment for seasonal utility workers.

• Resolution Approving the 2022-2027 Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan (AB21-036)
• Resolution Approving the Housing Action Plan (AB21-037)
• Claim checks and EFTs totaling $537,773.60
• Payroll for May 2021 totaling $414,804.58
• Amending the 2021 Salary Schedule for Seasonal Utility Worker (AB21-035)

The City Council approved the 2022-2027 Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan, amended to include specific projects such as Sawyer Woods and Black Diamond Elementary safe routes to school, and a pedestrian safety project. The Council also adopted the Housing Action Plan and amended the 2021 salary schedule for seasonal utility workers. All motions passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved the 2022-2027 Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan with amendments (7-0).
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1426 for the Housing Action Plan (7-0).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-1161 amending the 2021 Salary Schedule for Seasonal Utility Worker (7-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including claims, payroll, and minutes (7-0).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business items. The agenda includes discussions on the definition of senior housing and amendments to the code regarding fences and hedges.

• Senior Housing Definition
• Fences and Hedges Code Amendments

The Planning Commission voted to move two code amendment items forward to a public hearing scheduled for June 22, 2021. The first item would lower the senior housing age requirement from 65 to 55 years old. The second item would update the fences, hedges, and walls code, including adding hedges to the regulations. Both items will be considered at the special meeting.

• Approved motion to include Senior Housing Definition amendment in public hearing (6-0)
• Approved motion to include Fences and Hedges Code Amendment in public hearing (5-1, Ambur dissenting)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 regular meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed six-year transportation plan. The body will also consider resolutions concerning a Port of Seattle grant and the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Docket.

• Public hearing: Proposed 2022-2027 Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan (AB21-032)
• Resolution regarding Port of Seattle Grant to Enhance Downtown Vacant Property (AB21-033)
• Resolution regarding the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Docket (AB21-034)
• Claim checks No. 50010 through 50059 in the amount of $298,028.49

The Council approved the 2021 Comprehensive Plan docket (Resolution No. 21-1424) by a 4-3 vote, with Councilmembers Deady, Mulvihill, de Leon, and Page in favor, and Oglesbee, Wisnoski, and O'Donnell opposed. The Council also unanimously adopted the Consent Agenda, including claim checks totaling $298,028.49, and approved a $5,000 Port of Seattle grant for downtown vacant property enhancement. Public comments focused on pedestrian safety and requests to add specific projects to the Transportation Improvement Plan, but no amendments were made.

• Adopted 2021 Comprehensive Plan docket (Resolution No. 21-1424) (4-3)
• Approved Consent Agenda including claim checks of $298,028.49 (7-0)
• Approved Port of Seattle grant of $5,000 for downtown vacant property (Resolution No. 21-1423) (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

City Council

The councils of Black Diamond, Covington, and Maple Valley are meeting to share city updates and a King County Council update. The group will discuss a recreation center feasibility study, an IRONMAN event, and the Highway 18 project.

• King County Council Update from Councilmember Reagan Dunn
• Aquatics/Recreation Center Feasibility Study discussion
• IRONMAN Event Update
• Highway 18 Project Update

The Black Diamond, Covington, and Maple Valley city councils met jointly via Zoom for discussion only. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting included updates from King County and each city, plus discussions on a recreation center feasibility study, the IRONMAN event, and the Highway 19 project.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the meeting

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a pass-through King County Metro sewer rate increase and an ordinance for accepting skate park donations. The body will also review a social media policy for council rules of procedure.

• Claim checks and EFTs totaling $1,167,506.21
• Payroll totaling $433,403.66
• Final Plat approval for Ten Trails Plat 2E Subdivision
• Contract extension with Pacifica Law Group for appellate legal services
• Resolution for Pass-Through King County Metro Sewer Rate Increase

The Black Diamond City Council approved a pass-through King County Metro sewer rate increase of $2.04 per month per ERU effective June 1, 2021, and an ordinance accepting donations for a skate park. They also adopted a resolution amending council rules to include a social media policy. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution No. 21-1422 increasing KC Metro sewer rate by $2.04/month per ERU effective June 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 21-1160 accepting skate park donations and establishing a donation fund (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1419 amending Council Rules of Procedure to include a Social Media Policy (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including claims, payroll, minutes, final plat for Ten Trails Plat 2E, and contract extension with Pacifica Law Group (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the city's proposed Housing Action Plan. Following the hearing, the Council will deliberate on the plan.

• Public hearing regarding the proposed Housing Action Plan (AB21-027)

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed Housing Action Plan (AB21-027) and heard comments from residents concerned about growth, traffic safety, and affordable housing commitments. Council deliberated but took no formal action, directing staff to revise the plan's objectives and return with a final document in June. The meeting adjourned with a 7-0 vote.

• Held public hearing on Housing Action Plan AB21-027 (no vote)
• Deliberated on Housing Action Plan objectives, no formal action taken
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Preliminary Docket. The body will deliberate and may provide a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing: 2021 Comprehensive Plan Preliminary Docket
• Potential recommendation to City Council regarding the Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on 23 proposed amendments to the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Preliminary Docket. The Commission recommended 10 items to move forward to the City Council for final docket approval, including a combined item to reconsider the 2019 Future Land Use Map (FLUM) with possible reversion to the 2009 map. Several items were not recommended due to lack of information, funding, or because similar processes were already in place.

• Recommended 2021-01: Reversion to the 2009 Future Land Use Map (FLUM) to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended 2021-02: Alternative SE Loop Connector Route study to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended 2021-03: Harmonizing FLUM and City Zoning Regulations to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended 2021-04: Housing Chapter update with Housing Action Plan to City Council (6-1)
• Recommended 2021-05: Parks Chapter update with PROS Plan to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended 2021-06: Repeal marijuana business prohibitions to City Council (6-1)
• Recommended 2021-07: Review ADU and short-term rental regulations to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended 2021-08: Feasibility study for ecological inventory to City Council (6-1)

City Council

The City Council will meet to review a proposed social media policy for council rules of procedure. The body is also considering several resolutions including a police vehicle replacement and a professional services agreement.

• Claim checks totaling $198,716.22
• Resolution AB21-024 authorizing purchase of replacement police vehicle
• Resolution AB21-026 amending Council Rules of Procedure to include a social media policy
• Resolution AB21-023 regarding payment to Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation
• Resolution AB21-025 approving professional services agreement with Peninsula Financial

The Black Diamond City Council approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions for the 2021 City-Wide Overlays Project, a payment to Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation, purchase of a replacement police vehicle, and a professional services agreement with Peninsula Financial. The council also discussed a social media policy but tabled it for revisions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including $198,716.22 in claim checks (7-0)
• Approved resolution awarding 2021 City-Wide Overlays Project (7-0)
• Approved resolution for payment to Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing purchase of replacement police vehicle (7-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Peninsula Financial (7-0)
• Tabled social media policy resolution for revised version at next meeting

City Council

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The only scheduled activity is an Open Mic session.

• Open Mic

The Black Diamond City Council held a special town hall meeting on April 22, 2021, with all seven members present. The meeting was primarily a discussion session with no formal votes or decisions taken. Topics included the city's pump track, sidewalk and bike path planning, fire service, Oakpointe communication, and social media policies. The only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss one item of new business. The council will review a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 19.04 of the Black Diamond Municipal Code.

• AB21-021: Ordinance Amending Chapter 19.04 of the Black Diamond Municipal Code related to SEPA Procedures

The Black Diamond City Council held a special meeting and unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 21-1159, amending Chapter 19.04 of the municipal code related to State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) procedures. The motion was made by Councilmember de Leon and seconded by Councilmember Deady, passing 7-0. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-1159 amending SEPA procedures (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding sensitive areas. The body is also reviewing a salary schedule amendment and various city payments.

• AB21-020: Ordinance Amending Black Diamond Municipal Code Regarding Sensitive Areas
• AB21-019: Ordinance Amending the 2021 Salary Schedule
• Claim checks and EFTs totaling $888,142.83
• Payroll checks and ACHs totaling $393,158.30

The Black Diamond City Council approved an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding sensitive areas, with all six present members voting in favor. The consent agenda, including claims, payroll, minutes, and a salary schedule amendment, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and announcements.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-1158 amending Municipal Code Chapter 19.10 on sensitive areas (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $888,142.83, payroll of $393,158.30, minutes, and salary schedule amendment (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review upcoming city business. The meeting focuses on policy reviews and long-term planning.

• Review of Council Social Media Policy
• Potential marijuana tax revenue opportunities and code updates
• Long term facility planning

The council discussed potential marijuana tax revenue and code updates, reaching consensus to start the process of gathering information and hearing from citizens. Mayor Benson will task the Community Development Director and City Attorney to make code changes and move forward to the Planning Commission. The council also discussed long-term facility planning, agreeing to consider hiring a consultant and forming an ad hoc committee, with a timeline to be brought back in May. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Consensus to start the process on marijuana tax revenue opportunities, including code changes and public input
• Mayor Benson to task Community Development Director and City Attorney to make code changes and move to Planning Commission
• Discussed long-term facility planning, including hiring a consultant and forming an ad hoc committee
• Mayor Benson to have Mr. Williamson prepare a timeline for facility planning and bring back in May
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m. (motion passed 7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss edits to its own Rules and Regulations. The body will also review an update regarding the Housing Action Plan.

• Discussion of edits to Planning Commission Rules and Regulations
• Housing Action Plan update

The Planning Commission approved edits to its Rules and Regulations, including adding a phrase allowing meetings via video conference, changing cancellation notice requirements, adding 'New Business' to the order of business, and removing a limit on speakers per topic. The commission also received updates on the Housing Action Plan, PROs Plan, and docket items, but made no decisions on those topics.

• Approved adding 'Meetings may also be conducted via video conference when appropriate' to Section 1, Regular Meetings (motion passed 6-0).
• Approved changing 'or' to 'and' and adding '/Community Development Director or Designee' in Section 1, Cancellation (motion passed 6-0).
• Approved adding 'G. New Business' to Section 9, Order of Business (motion passed 6-0).
• Approved striking 'and no more than 3 speakers on any one topic' from Section 9, Public Comment (motion passed 6-0).
• Approved minutes of the March 9, 2021 Regular Meeting (motion passed 6-0).
• Approved minutes of the March 9, 2021 Joint Special Meeting (motion passed 6-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m. (motion passed 6-0).

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to adopt two collective bargaining agreements. The body will also discuss a professional services agreement for a mine hazard assessment at the police station and municipal court.

• Claim checks No. 49809 through 49843 totaling $211,158.73
• Resolution AB21-016: Professional Unit Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Resolution AB21-017: Public Works/Admin Support Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Resolution AB21-018: Professional Services Agreement with Icicle Creek Engineers, Inc. for mine hazard assessment
• Interviews for Council Position #4 and #7

The Black Diamond City Council appointed Leih Mulvihill to Position 4 and Debbie Page to Position 7, effective immediately, and administered the Oath of Office. The council also approved a $10,000 contribution to the Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation for in-school mental health counseling, and adopted resolutions for collective bargaining agreements and a mine hazard assessment contract.

• Appointed Leih Mulvihill to Council Position 4 and Debbie Page to Council Position 7 (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 for in-school mental health counseling program (6-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including claim checks totaling $211,158.73 and minutes from prior meetings (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution AB21-016 for Professional Unit Collective Bargaining Agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution AB21-017 for Public Works/Admin Support Collective Bargaining Agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1414 authorizing Professional Services Agreement with Icicle Creek Engineers for mine hazard assessment (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The body will continue discussions regarding options for fire services.

• Continued discussion on fire service options

The Black Diamond City Council held a work session to continue discussing fire service options, including property tax mechanics and the feasibility of a Regional Fire Authority. Council reached consensus to have the mayor form a team to negotiate a contract with Mountain View Fire & Rescue and to investigate annexation and its affordability. No formal votes were taken on the fire service direction; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed 5-0.

• Consensus to have mayor form a team to negotiate contract with Mountain View Fire & Rescue
• Consensus to investigate annexation and when it would be affordable
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting conducted via Zoom. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss collective bargaining.

• Closed session to discuss collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)

The Black Diamond City Council held a special meeting that consisted solely of a closed session to discuss collective bargaining under RCW 42.30.140(4). No public participation was allowed and no action was taken following the session. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous 6-0 vote.

• Held a closed session to discuss collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4).
• Adjourned the special meeting with a unanimous 6-0 vote.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the city's skateboard park. The body is also considering a professional services agreement for the Covington Creek Culvert Replacement Project.

• Public hearing on City’s Skateboard Park (AB21-014)
• Resolution for Professional Services Agreement with Parametrix for Covington Creek Culvert Replacement Project (AB21-015)
• Claim checks and EFTs totaling $537,979.36
• February 2021 payroll totaling $448,529.82
• Proclamation for Women’s History Month

The City Council approved a professional services agreement with Parametrix, Inc. for the design of the Covington Creek Culvert Replacement Project. The council also held a public hearing on the closed skateboard park, discussing interim solutions. Councilmember Stout resigned, and a special meeting on fire services was set for March 29.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-1411 authorizing the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Parametrix, Inc. for the design of the Covington Creek Culvert Replacement Project (6-0).
• Adopted the Consent Agenda, including claim checks totaling $537,979.36 and February payroll of $448,529.82 (6-0).
• Held a public hearing on the skateboard park; no formal action taken, but discussion included interim solutions.
• Councilmember Stout resigned from the Council, effective immediately.
• Set a special meeting for March 29 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss fire service options.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session. The body will continue discussions regarding options for fire services.

• Discussion on Fire Service Options

The City Council held a work session to continue discussing fire service options, with presentations on fiscal impacts for four scenarios: continuing the MVFD contract, forming a city fire department, annexing to MVFD, or annexing to PS RFA. No formal decisions were made; the council agreed to schedule further discussion on the options.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes from February 9, 2021, and conduct elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

The Planning Commission elected John Olson as Chair and Pam McCain as Vice Chair for the upcoming term. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments, hearings, or substantive business items discussed.

• Elected John Olson as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Pam McCain as Vice Chair (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and City Council are holding a joint special meeting. The session is dedicated to a workshop regarding the Housing Action Plan.

• Housing Action Plan Workshop

The Planning Commission and City Council held a joint special meeting to discuss the draft Housing Action Plan (HAP) with consultant Blueline. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a work session to gather input. Over 130 citizen surveys have been returned and will inform the final HAP, which will go to the City Council for approval.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was a work session on the Housing Action Plan
• Discussed HAP strategic objectives: monitoring housing needs, increasing housing diversity, preventing displacement, and creating opportunities
• Requested Blueline to cite the source for the 30% cost-burdened threshold
• Clarified that Ten Trails is included in HAP data under the name 'The Villages'

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss an ordinance amending Municipal Code 8.24.220 regarding paddlecraft use during speeding hours on Lake Sawyer. The body will also review claim checks and previous meeting minutes.

• Ordinance AB21-013 regarding paddlecraft use on Lake Sawyer
• Claim checks No. 49722 through 49758 totaling $117,233.44
• Presentation regarding Oakpointe

The City Council unanimously approved an ordinance regulating paddlecraft during speeding hours on Lake Sawyer. The Council also determined that a SEPA appeal filed by Stop Black Diamond Rezone was timely and scheduled an open-record hearing for April 1, with deadlines for briefs and exhibits. Two councilmembers announced resignations.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 21-1156 amending paddlecraft rules on Lake Sawyer (7-0)
• Determined SEPA appeal filed timely and set hearing for April 1 (7-0)
• Set March 18 deadline for appellant's brief and exhibits, March 25 for city's (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $117,233.44 (7-0)
• Added SEPA appeal preliminary matters to agenda (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several professional services agreements and a funding agreement with the King County Flood Control District. The meeting includes a presentation on the State of the County Address by King County Councilmember Dunn.

• Funding agreement with King County Flood Control District for the Covington Creek Culvert Replacement Project
• Professional services agreement with Architects Rasmussen/Triebelhorn, AIA/PS
• Professional service agreement with the Falconer Group for the 2021 Planning Retreat
• Discussion on Comprehensive School Mitigation Agreement
• Claim checks and EFTs totaling $426,736.39 and payroll totaling $410,842.82

The City Council approved a funding agreement with the King County Flood Control District for the Covington Creek Culvert Replacement project, and authorized a professional services agreement with architects for City Hall tenant improvements. A third agreement for a council planning retreat was also approved. The council discussed but took no action on a comprehensive school mitigation agreement.

• Approved Resolution 21-1408 accepting King County Flood Control District funds for Covington Creek Culvert Replacement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1409 authorizing architect agreement with Rasmussen/Triebelhorn for City Hall improvements (6-1, Oglesbee opposed)
• Approved Resolution 21-1410 authorizing Falconer Group agreement for 2021 Council Planning Retreat (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including claims, payroll, and prior meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review the 2021 Work Plan. The body will also receive introductions to Blueline staff regarding the PROS Plan and a draft survey.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Introductions to Blueline Staff and PROS Plan / Draft Survey
• 2021 Work Plan discussion
• Update on Housing Action Plan

The Planning Commission approved the January 12, 2021, meeting minutes with corrections and postponed the election of its Chair and Vice Chair until March. The commission also received introductions to the Parks, Recreation and Outdoors (PROs) Plan and a rough draft of the Housing Action Plan.

• Approved January 12, 2021, minutes as corrected (7-0)
• Postponed nominations and election of Chair and Vice-Chair until March meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider a resolution supporting the Puget Sound Regional Council's Vision 2040 Plan and growth targets. The body will also review appointments to the Planning Commission and a recycling events agreement.

• Confirming Crystal Perez to Planning Commission Position #3
• Confirming Felicia Wheatfall to Planning Commission Position #5
• Agreement with Seattle-King County Department of Health for 2021-2022 Recycling Events
• Claim checks totaling $301,115.48
• Resolution adopting the Stormwater Management Program Plan 2021 Update

The City Council approved the 2021 Stormwater Management Program Plan and supported the PSRC Vision 2040 regional growth strategy. Council also confirmed two new appointments to the Planning Commission and approved a recycling events agreement.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-1407 supporting PSRC Vision 2040 plan and growth targets (5-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1406 approving the 2021 Stormwater Management Program Plan (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Crystal Perez to Planning Commission Position #3 (7-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Felicia Wheatfall to Planning Commission Position #5 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Seattle-King County Department of Health for 2021-2022 Recycling Events (7-0)
• Approved claim checks No. 49623 through 49667 totaling $301,115.48 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the City’s Stormwater Management Program Plan. The body will also review claim checks and payroll payments.

• Public hearing on AB21-004: City’s Stormwater Management Program Plan
• Claim checks (No. 49556 through 49622) and EFTs totaling $1,181,114.39
• Payroll (Check No. 20026 through 20047) and ACHs totaling $424,577.49

The City Council adopted the consent agenda, which included the approval of claim checks and payroll. A public hearing was held regarding the City’s Stormwater Management Program Plan, though no public testimony was provided.

• Approved claim checks totaling $1,181,114.39 (7-0)
• Approved payroll totaling $424,577.49 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from January 7, 2021 meetings (7-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a regular work session to review upcoming city business. The meeting includes discussions on a social media policy and an update regarding a new fire station.

• Discussion on Council Social Media Policy
• Update on New Fire Station

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed a social media policy framework and received an update on the new fire station design. No action was taken on either item.

• No formal decisions made during work session
• Discussed social media policy framework
• Received fire station design update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to establish its 2021 work plan and receive updates on the Housing Action Plan. The body will also discuss the PROS Plan and the status of a 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment proposal.

• Planning Commission Work Plan for 2021
• Housing Action Plan and community outreach schedule
• Introduction of PROS Plan effort and schedule
• Status of 2020 Comprehensive Plan Amendment proposal
• Two Planning Commissioner vacancies

The Planning Commission approved the December 1, 2020 special meeting minutes (5-0) and approved the December 8, 2020 regular meeting minutes (4-1) after rejecting an amendment proposed by Commissioner Ambur to change wording about lowering level of service standards (rejected 3-2). No public hearings or substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on staff introductions, the 2021 work plan, and updates on the Comprehensive Plan and Housing Action Plan.

• Approved December 1, 2020 special meeting minutes (5-0)
• Rejected amendment to December 8, 2020 minutes regarding level of service wording (3-2)
• Approved December 8, 2020 regular meeting minutes as amended (4-1)

City Council

The City Council is convening for a special meeting. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss collective bargaining.

• Closed session regarding collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)

The Black Diamond City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed session to discuss collective bargaining under RCW 42.30.140(4). No public participation or action followed the closed session. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous 6-0 vote. No substantive decisions were made.

• Held closed session on collective bargaining (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to appoint a Mayor Tempore and confirm committee assignments. The body will also review a resolution for an interlocal agreement regarding jail services.

• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with King County for jail services
• Payment of claim checks totaling $156,639.03
• Appointment of Mayor Tempore for 2021
• Confirmation of Mayor's appointments to Council Standing Committees

The Black Diamond City Council approved an interlocal agreement with King County for jail services, along with routine items like claims and committee appointments. Councilmembers also discussed COVID-19 precautions, the Capitol breach, and community concerns. No public hearings or unfinished business were held.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Oglesbee as Mayor Pro Tempore for 2021 (7-0)
• Confirmed Mayor's standing committee appointments with O'Donnell on Public Works (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $156,639.03 and Dec. 17 minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1404 authorizing jail services interlocal agreement with King County (7-0)
• Adjourned at 8:23 p.m. (7-0)