Black Diamond public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council conducted a work session with GMP representatives Greg Prothman and Mark Bethune to discuss the analysis of the City Administrator position. The session included discussions on city finances, revenue sources, and the priority of hiring for the role. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during the session.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review a draft of new sign regulations for Municipal Code 18.82. Councilmembers and commissioners discussed priorities including sign standards, cohesiveness, and architectural design. No formal votes were taken on the regulations during this session.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the 2023 budget and an amendment to the 2022 budget. Council also updated the city fee and utility rate schedules and re-established a water service franchise with the Covington Water District.

• Adopted 2023 Budget (6-1)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved updated City Fee Schedule and 2023 utility rate schedule (7-0)
• Adopted 10-year water service franchise with Covington Water District (7-0)
• Confirmed re-appointment of Janie Edelman to Civil Service Commission (6-1)
• Confirmed re-appointment of Kelley Sauskojus to Planning Commission (7-0)
• Approved $189,610.90 in claim checks (7-0)
• Accepted completion of Ravensdale Road Overlay and Fire Station Roof projects (7-0)

City Council

City Council appointed Brad Douglass to Council Position #2 and approved the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan following a tie-breaking vote by the Mayor. The Council also authorized several public safety expenditures and approved 2023 property tax amounts.

• Appointed Brad Douglass to Council Position #2 (5-0)
• Adopted 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (4-3)
• Approved purchase of police boat from Ocean Craft Marine not to exceed $170,000 (6-0)
• Approved 2023 property tax dollar increase and percentage (6-0)
• Approved estimated assessed valuation and max property tax for public safety (6-0)
• Authorized contract with PCI for Third Avenue Watermain Improvements (6-0)
• Approved settlement of the Kohler lawsuit (6-0)
• Adopted 2023 Legislative Agenda (6-0)

City Council

The City Council conducted interviews for five candidates seeking Council Position #2. No appointment was made during this session; the council will discuss qualifications and may appoint a candidate at the next meeting.

• Interviewed Brad Douglass, Brittney Boysen, Pravat Sripranaratanakul, Jordan Klein, and Glen Yadon
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and discussed the first 10 pages of a proposed revision to the sign code. No final decision was made on the regulations; commissioners will provide redlined suggestions via email for a joint meeting with City Council.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled December 6 regular meeting in favor of a joint meeting with City Council on December 8

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review 2023 preliminary revenue sources and the potential impact of a 1% property tax increase. No formal votes were taken on the budget or tax ordinances during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council ratified emergency contracts for geotechnical work and road restoration on Morgan Street. The council also adopted a consent agenda including claim checks and grant authorizations. A public hearing was held regarding 2023 revenue sources and property taxes.

• Approved $147,059.79 in claim checks (6-0)
• Accepted donation of two park benches for Lake Sawyer Regional Park (6-0)
• Authorized grant from King County YAS for gym equipment (6-0)
• Approved amendment to copier lease agreement (6-0)
• Ratified emergency contract with HWA Geosciences for Morgan Street geotechnical work (6-0)
• Ratified emergency change order with Lakeridge Paving for Morgan Street road restoration (6-0)

City Council

The Council adopted a resolution to change the city's desk phone service to Zoom. The meeting also included a work session reviewing the 2022 preliminary budget for public works, utilities, and capital projects.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-1510 authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Zoom for desk phone service (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the 2023 General Fund revenues and expenditures. This review includes discussing a possible increase in property taxes.

• Review of 2023 Budget for General Fund Revenues and Expenditures
• Discussion regarding a possible increase in property tax

The Black Diamond City Council held a work session to review the 2023 general fund budget, including revenues and expenditures. Finance Director Miller noted that 2023 revenues are expected to decrease while expenditures increase, requiring use of reserves to balance the budget. The proposed operating expenditure budget is $10,387,134, with public safety accounting for 52%. No decisions were made; the budget discussion will continue on October 27, 2022.

• No votes or formal decisions were taken during the work session

City Council

The council unanimously approved a resolution to waive certain zoning regulations and enter into a cooperative agreement with the King County Housing Authority, allowing 13 new low-income senior housing units at Rainier View Mobile Home Park. They also adopted the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan after a public hearing and approved amendments to Title 18 of the municipal code regarding administrative processes and zoning use matrix. The consent agenda, including claims and payroll, was approved.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-1508 to waive zoning regulations and enter cooperative agreement with King County Housing Authority for 13 low-income senior housing units at Rainier View (6-0)
• Adopted 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan after public hearing (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1183 amending Title 18 of municipal code on administrative processes and zoning use matrix (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $598,761.66 and payroll of $507,239.57 (6-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council will hold a work session to discuss fire impact fees and boating regulations. The meeting also includes a town hall session with an open mic for public comments.

• Discussion regarding fire impact fees
• Discussion regarding boating regulations
• Public comment period during town hall meeting

The Black Diamond City Council held a town hall meeting on October 13, 2022, with five members present and one excused. The meeting included public comments from three individuals and brief remarks from councilmembers, but no ordinances, resolutions, contracts, or other substantive actions were voted on or discussed. The meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a discussion-only work session on the City of Black Diamond's sign code (Municipal Code 18.82), which was last amended in 2009. Commissioners were asked to review specific sections of the code and return with feedback at the November meeting. No decisions or votes were taken on the sign code.

• Approved minutes of the July 12, 2022 regular meeting under unanimous consent
• Approved minutes of the September 13, 2022 special meeting under unanimous consent
• Discussed but took no action on proposed sign code amendments; review will continue at the November meeting
• Community Development Director will invite City Councilmembers and the Business Coalition to the November meeting
• Commissioners will review specific sections of the sign code (Definitions and General sections) before the next meeting

City Council

The Council adopted Ordinance No. 22-1182, adding a new section to the municipal code to authorize right-of-way use permits. It also approved Resolution No. 22-1509, authorizing a contract with GMP Consultants to revise the City Administrator job description and assess city finances. A $10,000 economic development grant from the Port of Seattle was accepted via Resolution No. 22-1507. Councilmember Stallard announced her resignation, effective after the meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 22-1182 giving the City authority to enact right-of-way permits (5-0).
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1509 authorizing a contract with GMP Consultants for City Administrator recruitment services (5-0).
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1507 accepting a $10,000 economic development grant from the Port of Seattle (5-0).
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1504 authorizing a contract with RH2 Engineering for design engineering of the SR 169 North Watermain Improvements (5-0).
• Approved Consent Agenda including claim checks ($272,945.43), minutes, and contracts for fire station roof repairs and city hall security systems (6-0).
• Moved item AB22-078 (King County Housing Authority Rainier View Expansion) to the October 20, 2022 meeting for action.
• Councilmember Stallard announced her resignation, effective after the meeting.

City Council

The council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a contract with GMP Consultants to assist in recruiting a new finance director. The vote was 5-0. The meeting also included a work session reviewing 2022 revenues and expenditures and a preliminary 2023 budget summary, but no decisions were made on the budget.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-1503 authorizing services with GMP Consultants for finance director search (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to discuss a proposed expansion of the Rainier View development by the King County Housing Authority, which would add 14 residential sites and require two code waivers. No formal votes or decisions were made; the matter was referred to the City Attorney to prepare an agreement for future council review and action.

• No formal decisions were made during the work session.
• The City Attorney will work with the Housing Authority to prepare a cooperation agreement for future council review and action.

City Council

The council approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution granting final plat approval for the Ten Trails (formerly The Villages) Plat 2 Division 2 subdivision and a resolution approving a letter of understanding with Teamsters units. No public hearings, unfinished business, or new business were conducted. The meeting also featured proclamations for Childhood Cancer Week, Constitution Week, and National Recovery Month.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0).
• Adopted the consent agenda (7-0), including claim checks totaling $548,278.42 and payroll for August 2022 totaling $465,678.57.
• Approved Resolution AB22-071 granting final plat approval for Ten Trails (F/K/A 'The Villages') Plat 2 Division 2 subdivision.
• Approved Resolution AB22-072 approving a letter of understanding with Teamsters units.
• Approved the minutes from the September 1, 2022 council meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m. (7-0).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a study session on the sign code but took no action because the draft amendment was not ready. No votes were taken on any substantive item.

• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed 7-0).

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review the 2023-2028 Draft Capital Improvement Plan, which includes projects for streets, water, sewer, stormwater, parks, fire, police, and general government. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the plan is subject to a future public hearing and can be amended at any time.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during work session

City Council

The council approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Black Diamond Police Officers Association (4-1), awarded a $188,026.26 paving contract to Lakeridge Paving for the Ravensdale Road project, and authorized a special event permit for Tough Mudder Seattle 2022. All other consent agenda items and a comment letter to the Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission were approved unanimously.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Black Diamond Police Officers Association (4-1)
• Awarded $188,026.26 paving contract to Lakeridge Paving for Ravensdale Road Asphalt Overlay (5-0)
• Authorized special event permit for Tough Mudder Seattle 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including claim checks and prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized signing comment letter to Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission opposing elimination of King County Southeast Greenfield site (5-0)

City Council

The council convened a special meeting solely to enter a closed session for collective bargaining discussions under state law. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)

City Council

The council approved a contract amendment with FCS Group for a six-year general fund financial forecast and analysis of public safety levy lid lift options. They also confirmed a planning commission appointment, adopted an ordinance aligning protection order violations with state law, and established an ad hoc committee for community gym improvements. A motion to sign a comment letter opposing the King County Southeast Greenfield site for aviation failed on a 3-3 tie.

• Confirmed Kelley Sauskojus to Planning Commission Position No. 1 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-1496 authorizing contract with FCS Group for financial forecast and levy lid lift analysis (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-1181 amending Title 9 on protection order violations (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-1497 establishing Community Gym Ad Hoc Committee (6-0)
• Motion to authorize comment letter to CACC opposing King County Southeast Greenfield site failed (3-3 tie)
• Approved Resolution 22-1495 authorizing inmate housing agreement with SCORE (4-2)
• Adopted consent agenda including claims ($426,969.75), payroll ($461,668.82), and minutes (6-0)

City Council

The work session was a joint discussion with Mountain View Fire & Rescue Commissioners covering the proposed Enumclaw Plateau Airport letter, fire station construction triggers, 55+ communities, staffing plans, and a potential levy lid lift. No formal decisions were made; the only action was adjourning the meeting (5-0).

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to review and discuss a draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for a City Campus, prepared by consultant Cynthia Berne of Long Bay Enterprises, Inc. Discussion focused on property size, recreational use, and the need for background materials like the Needs Assessment Report and Siting Criteria List. No formal action was taken on the RFP; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed 7-0.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The council unanimously approved an ordinance establishing a Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Commission, adding residents, employees, or business owners to selection criteria. They also postponed the 2022 comprehensive plan docket in favor of a 2024 update, approved a $18,240 grant for the municipal court, and amended the city administrator position code.

• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1179 creating a Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Commission (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1180 amending city administrator position code (7-0)
• Postponed 2022 comprehensive plan docket, moving to 2024 update (6-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1494 accepting $18,240 court grant (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including $193,800.84 in claims and meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council approved Ordinance No. 22-1178, adopting the 2019 Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington, with a unanimous 6-0 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims, payroll, and a grant application for the skatepark project. A contract with Secure Pacific was removed from the agenda. Discussions were held on forming an ad hoc committee for the Community Gymnasium Improvement Project, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1178 adopting 2019 Stormwater Management Manual (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims ($486,763.67), payroll ($479,174.03), and minutes (6-0)
• Approved grant application for skatepark project (part of consent agenda)
• Removed Secure Pacific contract from agenda (6-0)

City Council

The council held a work session to discuss the action plan for recruiting a city administrator. Members suggested adding selection criteria, a broad candidate outreach approach, and diversity/inclusion efforts to the RFQ/RFP. The city clerk was directed to update the RFQ/RFP based on the suggestions, with a sense of urgency noted. No formal votes were taken on the matter.

• Directed City Clerk to update RFQ/RFP for city administrator recruiting firm based on council suggestions
• Noted RFQ/RFP to be published in Daily Journal of Commerce and MRSC Rosters
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and provide updates to its Rules and Procedures. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 7, 2022, meeting.

• Updates to the Rules and Procedures of the City of Black Diamond Planning Commission
• Approval of minutes from the June 7, 2022, regular meeting

The Planning Commission unanimously approved multiple amendments to its Rules and Procedures, covering hybrid meetings, virtual participation, open meeting requirements, officer elections, chair duties, absences, meeting conduct, training, agenda order, communications, and a new suspension of rules provision. All motions passed 5-0. The commission also agreed to postpone discussion on the 'Appearance of Fairness' item until after receiving legal advice.

• Approved edits to Section 1.A clarifying hybrid meeting process (5-0)
• Added new section on Virtual Participation in meetings (5-0)
• Added verbiage on Open Meeting Requirements and Notification (5-0)
• Amended Section 2.A and 2.C on officer elections and quorum (5-0)
• Removed sentence on Chair's affirmative vote from Section 2.E.f (5-0)
• Edited Section 3 on Secretary's role (5-0)
• Amended Section 5 on excused/unexcused absences (5-0)
• Added three paragraphs to Section 8 on meeting conduct (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposed ordinance for new stormwater management regulations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a revised school impact fee schedule and a new municipal code chapter for a Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board.

• Proposed ordinance for new stormwater management regulations
• Resolution adopting a revised school impact fee schedule
• Discussion on adding a Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board chapter to the municipal code
• Confirmation of Janie Edelman to the Civil Service Commission
• Approval of claim checks totaling $348,419.49

The Black Diamond City Council approved a revised school impact fee schedule, effective immediately, and confirmed Janie Edelman to the Civil Service Commission. The council also adopted the consent agenda, including claim checks totaling $348,419.49, and amended council rules to include guiding principles after roll call. A public hearing on stormwater regulations was held with no action taken.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-1491 adopting revised school impact fee schedule (6-0)
• Confirmed Janie Edelman to Civil Service Commission (4-2)
• Adopted consent agenda including claim checks of $348,419.49 (6-0)
• Amended Council Rules to include guiding principles after roll call (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted the 2021 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan after a public hearing, with a modification to rename the Lake Sawyer Park item to 'General Park Improvements.' The council also approved several other items, including an emergency ordinance updating school district capital facilities plans, the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Plan, and proclamations for Pride Month and Juneteenth.

• Adopted 2021 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan with Lake Sawyer Park item changed to 'General Park Improvements' (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 22-1177 amending Comprehensive Plan to incorporate updated School District Capital Facilities Plans (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-1489 for 2023-2028 Six Year Transportation Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1490 authorizing security system installation at City Hall campus by Secure Pacific Corporation (7-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring June 2022 as Pride Month in Black Diamond, with flag flown all month (7-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring June 19 as first official Juneteenth of Black Diamond (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims, payroll, minutes, and resolutions for North Bank Pump Station, Springs Transmission Main, 2023 Budget Calendar, and copier lease (7-0)

City Council

The City Council held a work session and reached consensus to pursue a major overhaul of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, using multiple expert consultants overseen by a single lead consultant. Staff was directed to prepare a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to hire the lead consultant quickly. No formal votes were taken on this matter; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed 5-0.

• Consensus to conduct major overhaul of Comprehensive Plan with multiple consultants
• Consensus to hire a lead consultant to oversee and manage the project
• Staff tasked with preparing RFQ for lead consultant
• Agreed to provide regular project updates via department reports at Council meetings
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted on the 2022 proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments, recommending that most items not be added to the preliminary docket for City Council approval. Only Item #2022-19 (updating the Parks chapter with the PROS Plan) was recommended for inclusion, while Item #2022-18 (housing chapter update) was recommended to be deferred to the 2024 periodic update. The commission also approved the May 10, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Item #2022-11 (new land use designations) not be added to docket (4-1)
• Recommended Item #2022-12 (remove 2019 land use map changes) not be added to docket (5-0)
• Recommended Item #2022-13 (site plan review policy) not be added to docket (3-2)
• Recommended Item #2022-14 (formal application for FLUM/zoning changes) not be added to docket (4-1-1)
• Recommended Item #2022-15 (remove policy LU-42) not be added to docket (5-1)
• Recommended Item #2022-16 (amend historic sites policy) not be added to docket (5-1)
• Recommended Item #2022-17 (schools policy) not be added to docket (5-1)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council held a regular meeting on June 2, 2022. The most significant action was a tie vote (3-3) that failed to confirm the mayor's appointment of Janie Edelman to the Civil Service Commission. The council also approved the consent agenda, held a public hearing on the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program, and discussed fireworks and the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan.

• Appointment of Janie Edelman to Civil Service Commission failed (3-3 tie)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $546,019.60 (6-0)
• Accepted donation of Pride Flag (5-0)
• Held public hearing on 2023-2028 TIP
• Discussed fireworks regulations
• Discussed draft Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council approved three ordinance amendments: changing the city's official posting place, designating where the City Clerk receives claims, and amending SEPA appeal procedures. All votes were unanimous except for the SEPA appeals ordinance, which passed 6-1. The meeting also included reports from councilmembers and staff, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1174 amending posting place (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1175 amending claims filing location (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 22-1176 amending SEPA appeals (6-1, O'Donnell dissenting)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including claims, payroll, and minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council held a work session on May 12, 2022, with no formal decisions made. City Attorney Linehan presented a PowerPoint on the roles and responsibilities of the Mayor and Councilmembers, covering topics such as separation of powers and legislative vs. executive functions. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote (6-0).

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted on the 2022 preliminary docket for Comprehensive Plan amendments, approving four items related to transportation and land use policies, and denying or tabling six others. The approved items include new policies on transportation demand modeling, future road network design, design standards, and alternative transportation level of service. The commission also denied items on conserving natural open space, conservation easement credits, parks in commercial/industrial developments, development near sensitive areas, and open space in multi-family developments, while approving a tree retention policy.

• Approved Item #2022-01: Transportation demand modeling policy (6-0)
• Approved Items #2022-02, #2022-03, #2022-04: Road network design, design standards, alternative transportation level of service (6-0)
• Denied Item #2022-05: Conserving natural open space policy (5-1, Olson no)
• Denied Item #2022-06: Conservation easement development credit program (6-0)
• Approved Item #2022-07: Tree retention policy (5-1, McCain no)
• Denied Item #2022-08: Parks in commercial/industrial developments (5-1, Wheatfall no)
• Denied Item #2022-09: Development near sensitive areas (6-0)
• Denied Item #2022-10: Open space in multi-family developments (5-0, La Conte abstained)

City Council

The Council approved two grant applications: one for the Black Diamond Community Gymnasium Historic Renovation Project and one for Public Safety Facilities, both via Senator Murray's CDS FY 23. It also approved the consent agenda, including claim checks totaling $235,797.79, and authorized a settlement agreement with Talmadge Fitzpatrick after an executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including claim checks ($235,797.79) and April 21 minutes (6-0)
• Authorized pursuit of grant funding for gymnasium historic renovation (6-0)
• Authorized pursuit of grant funding for public safety facilities (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute settlement agreement with Talmadge Fitzpatrick (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Black Diamond, Covington, and Maple Valley city councils held a joint special meeting for updates and discussion only. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the agenda consisted of city updates, a King County Council presentation, and a transportation coalition update.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

City Council

At a special retreat, the City Council reached consensus on eight Guiding Principles and agreed to initial steps to hire a City Administrator, including determining funding and interviewing regional city managers. They also discussed economic development strategies and public engagement, but no formal votes were taken on these topics.

• Consensus reached on eight Guiding Principles (7-0)
• Agreed to work with Finance Director to determine funding for City Administrator position
• Agreed to interview 5-7 regional city managers/administrators as next step in hiring process
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The council held a public hearing and first reading of an emergency ordinance regarding school impact fees, but took no final action. The consent agenda was approved, including a resolution authorizing a truck purchase and a decision denying a noise ordinance variance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including claims, payroll, minutes, truck purchase resolution, and noise variance denial (6-0)
• Held public hearing and first reading of emergency ordinance on school impact fees (no vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held public hearings on two items but took no final action. The first hearing addressed amendments to Chapter 18.08 to fix inconsistencies in Type 6 noticing and Type 3 appeal procedures. The second hearing covered incorporating school district capital facilities plans and updating school impact fees. No motions were made and no decisions were recorded.

• Adopted March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on Chapter 18.08 amendments; no action taken
• Held public hearing on school impact fees; no action taken

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council approved the 2022 Stormwater Management Program Plan via Resolution No. 22-1481, with all six present members voting in favor. The consent agenda, including claim checks totaling $603,387.50 and an ordinance amending the 2022 salary schedule, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comments.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-1481, 2022 Stormwater Management Program Plan (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claim checks of $603,387.50 (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending 2022 salary schedule (consent, 6-0)
• Approved resolution accepting Morganville South Watermain Replacement Project (consent, 6-0)

City Council

The City Council held a special town hall meeting focused on supporting local businesses, with discussions on collaboration, safety, and using the Black Diamond/Maple Valley Chamber of Commerce as a resource. No formal decisions or votes were taken on business-related matters; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 6-0.

• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to adopt a Zoning Use Matrix into the city code, which consolidates permitted uses into one chapter for easier reference, and forwarded it to City Council for approval. They also voted 6-0 to amend Chapter 18.100 (Definitions) to incorporate, move, and revise definitions for all permitted uses, also forwarding it to City Council. No public testimony was given at either hearing. The commission also received a staff report on pending appeals of the 2020 and 2021 Comprehensive Plan amendments, noting the city has paid over $100,000 in appeal costs.

• Adopted Zoning Use Matrix into code and forwarded to City Council (6-0)
• Amended Chapter 18.100 Definitions and forwarded to City Council (6-0)
• Approved February 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and discussion on the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan, then voted unanimously to approve it and forward it to the City Council for adoption. The approval included an amendment to make grammatical and photography corrections and to remove signature pages as requested by a citizen. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved PROS plan to forward to City Council (7-0)
• Approved amendment for grammatical/photo corrections and removal of signature pages (7-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council approved three resolutions: supporting Enumclaw School District's replacement levy, supporting Kent School District's replacement levy, and authorizing the purchase of exercise equipment for city personnel. All resolutions passed unanimously (7-0). The council also approved the consent agenda, which included claim checks totaling $86,040.66 and prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-1469 supporting Enumclaw School District levy (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1470 supporting Kent School District levy (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1471 authorizing exercise equipment purchase (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including claim checks and minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included an ordinance amending the 2022 salary schedule for police wages, several resolutions authorizing grant agreements and professional services contracts, and routine financial items. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included ceremonial oaths for new councilmembers and reports from staff and councilmembers.

• Approved consent agenda including police wage ordinance AB22-005 (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Department of Ecology grant agreement AB22-006 (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending Parametrix on-call services contract AB22-007 (7-0)
• Approved resolution amending RH2 Engineering on-call services contract AB22-008 (7-0)
• Approved resolution accepting King County Parks grant agreement AB22-009 (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing AHBL professional on-call planning services AB22-010 (7-0)
• Approved claims and EFTs totaling $1,341,550.30 (7-0)
• Approved December 2021 payroll totaling $470,637.46 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review the draft Long Range Pedestrian Connectivity Plan, which aims to create a comprehensive pedestrian network. No formal decisions were made; the plan remains in draft form and will undergo further development and public input. The meeting adjourned with a 6-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Black Diamond Planning Commission re-elected John Olson as Chair and Pam McCain as Vice-Chair, both by unanimous 6-0 votes. The commission also reviewed the draft Parks, Recreation & Open Space (PROS) Plan with consultant Blueline, discussing demographics, community outreach, and level of service standards. No formal action was taken on the plan; it will return for a public hearing in February. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments or hearings.

• Re-elected John Olson as Chair (6-0)
• Re-elected Pam McCain as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Adopted December 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to address the Koler et al. v. City of Black Diamond lawsuit after a court of appeals decision against the city. Councilmember Deady moved to offer full support to Mayor Benson in filing a request for discretionary review with the Washington Supreme Court. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion supporting Mayor Benson's filing of discretionary review request in Koler v. City of Black Diamond (6-0)

City Council

The Black Diamond City Council held its first meeting of 2022, appointing Councilmember Deady as Mayor Pro-Tem and confirming the Mayor's committee appointments, both unanimously. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims and payroll, and authorized an amendment to the architect contract for the City Hall Tenant Improvements project. No public hearings or unfinished business were on the agenda.

• Appointed Councilmember Deady as Mayor Pro-Tem for 2022 (7-0)
• Confirmed Mayor's appointments to Council Standing Committees (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including claims, payroll, and minutes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-1463 amending architect contract for City Hall Tenant Improvements (7-0)