Clyde Hill public meetings in 2024

Council Special Meeting - 2025 Budget - 20 Dec 2024 @ 2:00PM

The Clyde Hill City Council will consider Ordinance #1013 to adopt the 2025 Budget and Capital Facilities Plan, which includes the line‑item budget, salary schedule, and financial sustainability documents. A public comment segment will allow residents to speak for up to three minutes each. The council will also discuss the selection process for the next councilmember and review the agenda for the January 14 meeting.

• Consideration of Ordinance #1013 to adopt the 2025 Budget & Capital Facilities Plan
• Public comment from residents Wayne Burns, Jared Wheeler, Daniel Brzusek, and Carl Picciotto
• Discussion on the selection process for the next councilmember
• Review of the agenda for the January 14 meeting (Sinwell/Hachamovitch)

Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the 2025 Budget and Capital Facilities Plan and a financial sustainability roadmap. The body is also considering a new police officer labor contract and updates to the nuisance and automated alarm codes.

• Ordinance #1013 to adopt the 2025 Budget & Capital Facilities Plan
• 4-year police officer labor contract with Teamsters Local Union No. 763
• Ordinance #1012 regarding automated alarm system registration and fees
• Renewed Wireless Communication Facilities agreements with AT&T and T-Mobile
• Draft Ordinance #1014 to amend the Nuisance Code (Chapter 8.05)

Council Special Meeting - Budget Sustainability - 03 Dec 2024 @ 4:00 PM

The City Council is meeting to discuss a proposed roadmap for long-term financial sustainability. The body will review a draft timeline for committee formation, service assessments, and deficit reduction options.

• Discussion of the 'Roadmap to Financial Sustainability' framework
• Review of a draft timeline for 2026 budget development and sustainability reporting
• Proposed establishment of a Sustainability Committee including the Mayor, City Administrator, and Finance Director
• Discussion regarding resident feedback on budget goals and the 2025 spending process
• Public comments from residents Carl Picciotto and Wayne Burns

Council Special Meeting - Comprehensive Plan Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to review feedback from five public agencies regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan. Council will consider staff recommendations on how to revise the plan to meet legal requirements and state mandates.

• Review of comments from WA Dept of Commerce, WA Dept of Natural Resources, Puget Sound Regional Council, and King County Affordable Housing Committee
• Proposed addition of wildfire preparedness and fire adaptation measures to the land use element
• Discussion of 'missing middle' housing policies to comply with HB1110
• Proposed revisions to the Land Capacity Analysis to account for 2 emergency housing units
• Review of policies regarding racially disparate impacts, displacement, or exclusion in housing

Council Special Meeting - Budget Sustainability Workshop -14 Nov 2024 @ 12:30 PM

The City Council is discussing a financial sustainability plan to balance General Fund revenues and expenses by 2026. The workshop includes reviewing savings options, staffing roles, and a proposal from Councilmember Sinwell regarding a detailed commitment for 2025 action steps.

• Discussion of Updated Sustainability Plan 11.14.24
• Review of CM Sinwell Proposal regarding budget process
• Discussion of draft longer-term budget by CMs Sinwell and Hachamovitch
• Review of financial sustainability plan and savings options
• Public comments from Wayne Burns, Mark Kroese, and Ed Oeltjen regarding budget deficits and staffing

Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2025 Budget, Capital Facilities Plan, and Property Tax Levy. The body is also considering ordinances to increase utility tax rates and modify the city's master fee resolution.

• Public hearing on the 2025 Property Tax Levy and consideration of Ordinance #1011 to adopt it
• Public hearing on the 2025 Budget & Capital Facilities Plan
• Ordinance #1010 to increase utility tax rates for Sewer, Water, and Solid Waste
• Resolution #703 to modify various fees within the City's Master Fee Resolution
• Task Orders #24-19.3 and #25-23 for KPG, Psomas Stormwater Plan Review Services

Council Special Meeting - 2025 Budget Follow-Up - 07 Nov 2024 @ 3:30 PM

The City Council will discuss the 2025 budget following the Ad Hoc Committee’s report, which identified revenue improvements of $56,000 and expense reductions of $145,000, leaving an approximate $300,000 deficit. Council members will consider three options: approve the adjusted budget, defer approval for further meetings, or adopt a balanced budget. The meeting also includes public comment and a closed‑session to review employee performance and collective bargaining.

• Ad Hoc Committee reported $56,000 revenue gains and $145,000 expense cuts versus the October 7 preliminary budget
• Identified an additional $45,000 of revenue opportunities and $15,000 of expense reductions for the General Fund
• Three budget options presented: approve adjusted budget, defer approval for more meetings, or approve a balanced budget
• Public comment limited to three‑minute remarks on city business
• Executive session to review public employee performance and discuss collective bargaining

Council Special Meeting - 2025 Budget Follow-Up & Closed Session - 01 Nov 2024 @ 3:00 PM

The Clyde Hill City Council will discuss the 2025 budget, including a projected $56,000 revenue increase and $145,000 expense reduction that together provide about $200,000 of net benefit to the General Fund. A closed‑session meeting will be held to discuss collective bargaining, with no motion expected. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a review of long‑term sustainability planning for 2026 and beyond.

• 2025 budget discussion: $56,000 revenue increase and $145,000 expense reduction
• Closed session to discuss collective bargaining under RCW 42.30.140(4)(a)
• Public comment period (three‑minute limit per speaker)
• Review of cost‑savings ideas from October 25 meeting
• Long‑term sustainability planning for 2026 and beyond

Council Special Meeting - Council Workshop on 2025 Budget - 25 Oct 2024 @ 1:00 PM

The City Council will conduct a workshop to discuss the 2025 budget, including potential adjustments and changes. The meeting includes discussions on police staffing and a public safety memo regarding a 7th officer.

• Council Workshop on 2025 Budget
• Discussion and possible council action regarding police staffing
• Review of email to residents and '7th officer' memo regarding public safety
• Cost saving suggestions from Councilmember Sinwell
• Mayor's 2025 Budget Development Update

Council Special Meeting - 07 Oct 2024 @ 6:00 PM

The Clyde Hill City Council will discuss several policy items, including the proposed 9‑1‑1 Misuse Ordinance (Ordinance #1008). Council members will also vote on an updated Interlocal Agreement for joint negotiations with WSDOT on SR‑520 facility maintenance. Additional topics include a draft 2025 legislative agenda, compliance options for state housing and ADU mandates, and updates from council committees.

• Ordinance #1008 – Misuse of 9‑1‑1 (Agenda Bill 24‑33)
• Motion to approve updated ILA for joint negotiations with WSDOT on SR‑520 maintenance (Agenda Bill 23‑37)
• 2025 Legislative Agenda – First Draft (Agenda Bill 24‑31)
• Middle Housing & ADU Legislative Mandates – compliance options (Agenda Bill 24‑34)
• Future agenda topics: Camping Ordinance, Yarrow Point Police Contract

Council Special Meeting - 2025 Preliminary Budget Work Session - 07 Oct 2024 @ 4:30 PM

The Clyde Hill City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce and discuss the 2025 Preliminary Budget. Council members will review revenue projections, including a 1% property tax increase and utility tax adjustments, and examine major expenditure items. Residents will have an opportunity to comment on the budget proposals before the Council proceeds.

• Property tax increase of 1% (~$13,393) plus new construction and refunds for a total of $1,369,379 in property tax revenue
• Solid waste utility tax rate increase from 6% to 8%
• Water and sewer franchise fees increase from 10% to 12% each
• Fire and EMS services contract with Bellevue rises by $7,235 (0.9%)
• 911 dispatch services contract with NORCOM rises by $18,235 (19.6%)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clyde Hill Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a motion to recommend revisions to CHMC Chapter 17.80 (Enforcement). The meeting will also review recent City Council actions, including Ordinances #1005 and #1007, and update the commission's Q3 2024 work plan. Additional items include notices about the October meeting and the rescheduling of November and December meetings.

• Public hearing on proposed updates to CHMC Chapter 17.80 (Enforcement)
• Motion to recommend updates to CHMC Chapter 17.80
• Review of recent City Council actions (Ord. #1005, Ord. #1007)
• Work Plan Review – 2024 Q3 update
• FYI: October meeting notice and rescheduling of November & December meetings

Council Meeting

The Clyde Hill City Council will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance #1007 to amend CHMC Chapter 17.38, changing how view and sunlight obstruction complaints are resolved. Other agenda items include a contract for on‑call planning services with BHC, the 2025‑26 ARCH budget and work program, a first‑draft update of the 2025 budget, and discussion of a new council code of ethics.

• Public Hearing and consideration of Ordinance #1007 amending CHMC Chapter 17.38 (view and sunlight obstruction)
• On‑Call Planning Services contract with BHC (Agenda Bill 24‑27)
• ARCH 2025‑26 Budget & Work Program (Agenda Bill 24‑29)
• 2025 Budget Update – first draft presentation
• Council Code of Ethics discussion

Hearing Examiner Meeting - 06 Sep 2024 - 10:00 AM

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a property at 3023 92nd PL NE. The applicant seeks to reduce the required rear yard setback from 35 feet to 30 feet to facilitate the demolition and construction of a new single-family residence.

• Variance #LUA2024-0012: Request to reduce rear yard setback from 35 feet to 30 feet at 3023 92nd PL NE

Notice of Potential Quorum - Movie Night

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council and Planning Commission may be present at a community event. No official city business is scheduled for decision or discussion.

• Movie Night event on August 16, 2024, at Clyde Hill Elementary Field

Council Meeting

The Clyde Hill City Council will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance #1006 to amend CHMC Chapter 17.72.040, which governs expiration of variances for damaged or demolished structures. The meeting also includes a consent agenda, updates on finance and land use, and discussion of several contracts and resolutions, including funding reallocation for the Redmond Supportive Housing Project. Additional items cover a small drainage bid, construction management services with KPG Psomas Inc., and a draft view‑sunlight protection ordinance.

• Resolution #700 – reallocation of ARCH funding for the Redmond Supportive Housing Project
• Agenda Bill 24-27 – acceptance of the Small Drainage Program bid
• Agenda Bill 24-28 – contract renewal and rates for Construction Management Services with KPG Psomas Inc.
• Draft ordinance to move view and sunlight protection disputes to the City Hearing Examiner
• Public Hearing and consideration of Ordinance #1006 – amendment to CHMC Chapter 17.72.040 (Expiration of Variance)

Council Special Meeting

The City Council will discuss the 2024 Comprehensive Plan vision statement and a draft ordinance regarding development regulation amendments. The meeting also includes an audit exit conference and a closed session to discuss collective bargaining.

• Draft Ordinance regarding referral of development regulation amendments to the Planning Commission
• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update vision statement review
• Audit Exit Conference presentation
• Discussion of City Administrator employment contract obligations
• Closed session for collective bargaining

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss and consider recommending updates to CHMC Chapter 17.72.040 regarding the expiration of variances for damaged, destroyed, or demolished structures. The body will also discuss proposed updates to CHMC Chapter 17.80 concerning enforcement.

• Updates to CHMC Chapter 17.72.040 (Damaged, destroyed, or demolished buildings and structures - Expiration of Variance)
• Updates to CHMC Chapter 17.80 (Enforcement)

Hearing Examiner Meeting - 12 Jul 2024 - 1:00 PM

The Hearing Examiner will consider a variance application from Oakmont Family Trust regarding the property at 1745 89th Pl NE. The proposal includes adding a three-bedroom daylight basement and replacing existing deck and stairs. The request seeks five variances to side yard setback requirements.

• Variance #LUA2024-0011 for 1745 89th Pl NE
• Proposed three-bedroom daylight basement addition
• Five requested variances to side yard setbacks (CHMC 17.16.050)
• Replacement of existing deck and stairs within setback areas

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clyde Hill Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding updates to city code concerning the expiration of variances for damaged or demolished buildings. The commission will also discuss updating its rules of procedure and review the 2024 work plan.

• Public hearing on CHMC Chapter 17.72.040 regarding building variance expirations
• Consideration of a motion to recommend updates to building and structure code
• Deliberation on Planning Commission Rules of Procedure for public hearings
• Discussion of the 2024 Planning Commission Work Plan priorities

Council Special Meeting - Comp Plan Work Session - 20 Jun 2024 @ 6:00 PM

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Draft 2024 Comprehensive Plan and related budget memos. The discussion includes reviewing substantive feedback from councilmembers on the updated June 12, 2024, draft. Public comments submitted for the meeting address proposed policies regarding view protection during new construction.

• Review of Draft 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Budget Review Memo
• Review of councilmember feedback on the plan draft
• Public comments on view-based construction restrictions

Comp Plan Open House - Notice of Potential Quorum

This notice contains procedural boilerplate regarding a potential quorum. It states that three or more members of the Clyde Hill City Council and Planning Commission may attend the June 13, 2024, Comprehensive Plan Open House.

• Notice of potential quorum for the Comprehensive Plan Open House

Council Meeting

The Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Plan. Discussions include updates to development regulations and the city's comprehensive plan update. The agenda also includes reviewing 2025 budget goals and an arborist services contract.

• Public hearing for the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Plan
• Consideration of Resolution #699 to adopt the transportation plan
• Discussion on development regulation updates and ordinance revisions
• Review of 2025 budget goals and priorities
• Consideration of an arborist services contract (Agenda Bill 24-21)

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to discuss the draft 2024 Comprehensive Plan update. The commission will also review proposed updates to its rules of procedure regarding the public hearing process. Additionally, members may consider a motion to recommend the plan update for City Council adoption.

• Public hearing on proposed ordinance for 2024 Comprehensive Plan update
• Update to Planning Commission Rules of Procedure - Public Hearing Process
• Motion to recommend Draft 2024 Comprehensive Plan for City Council adoption
• Reminder of June 13, 2024, Comprehensive Plan Community Open House

Notice of Potential Quorum

This is a notice regarding a potential quorum of the Clyde Hill City Council and Planning Commission. Members may be in attendance at the Arbor Day Celebration with Clyde Hill Elementary 5th Graders on Friday, May 17, 2024.

• Arbor Day Celebration with Clyde Hill Elementary 5th Graders

Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the 2025 budget calendar and draft Mayor's strategic priorities. The meeting also includes an introduction to the 2024 Transportation Improvement Plan and updates on the Parks Capital Improvement Program.

• Discussion of the 2025 budget calendar and draft Mayor's strategic priorities
• Introduction of the 2024 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)
• Update on the 2024 Parks Capital Improvement Program and King County Parks Levy
• Land Use Committee update regarding leaf blowers
• Review of the 2024 State Legislative Session

Notice of Potential Quorum

This is a procedural notice regarding a potential quorum on May 13, 2024. A quorum of the City Council and Planning Commission may be in attendance at a staff BBQ.

• Notice of potential quorum

Hearing Examiner Meeting

The Hearing Examiner will consider a variance application from MN Custom Homes, LLC regarding a demolition and rebuild project. The applicant is requesting to reduce the required front yard setback on the west side of the property from 30 feet to 20 feet.

• Variance #LUA2024-0007: Front yard setback reduction at 9703 NE 14th St

Notice of Potential Quorum

This notice informs residents that a quorum of the Clyde Hill City Council may be present for the 2021 & 2022 State Accountability Audit entrance meeting. The document contains only this procedural notice.

• 2021 & 2022 State Accountability Audit entrance meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will review draft chapter text and goals for the Natural Environment Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also discuss recommendations regarding non-motorized transportation levels of service. A presentation will cover findings from a recent critical areas inventory, including identified streams and wetlands.

• Review of Natural Environment Element draft chapter text and goals
• Discussion of non-motorized transportation level of service recommendations
• Presentation on the critical areas inventory involving six streams and four wetlands
• Review of tribal coordination with the Snoqualmie Tribe

Council Special Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and planning items. Discussions include stormwater repairs on 93rd Ave NE and the 2024 Parks Capital Improvement Program. The council will also address the Financial Sustainability Plan and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Stormwater repair for 93rd Ave NE
• Ordinance #1003 to change meeting time to 6:00 PM
• 2024 Parks Capital Improvement Program
• BAC Financial Sustainability Plan savings options
• Resolution #698 thanking CHES 2nd Graders

Hearing Examiner Meeting

The Clyde Hill Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on Variance #LUA2024-0005 for a property at 9014 NE 26th St. The applicants are requesting permission to build a 90-square-foot pergola, a patio court, and a utility enclosure that encroach into the required front yard setback or exceed size limits under current municipal code. City staff has reviewed the application and remains neutral on all four variance requests.

• Variance #LUA2024-0005 for 9014 NE 26th St requesting exceptions to CHMC sections on trellis size, fence setbacks, and front yard setbacks
• Proposed structures include a 30-foot pergola (90 sq ft), a 16x24 foot patio court, and an 8-foot tall utility enclosure extending 19 feet into the front yard setback
• Public hearing open for testimony; written comments accepted at City Hall prior to the meeting
• Notice mailed to all properties within 300 feet of the subject parcel and published in the Seattle Times on March 18, 2024
• Staff report indicates the property is zoned R1 residential and has contained a single-family residence since 1962

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clyde Hill Planning Commission will review draft chapters for the Comprehensive Plan’s Housing Element and Transportation Element. Staff will present a Housing Needs Assessment to identify current and future community housing requirements. Commissioners will also discuss a workplan amendment regarding code section CHMC 17.72.040, which addresses when property variances expire after substantial damage or destruction. These reviews shape how the city plans residential growth, affordability targets, and local transit infrastructure.

• Discussion of draft Comprehensive Plan Housing Element goals, policies, and needs assessment
• Review of draft Transportation Element chapter focusing on non-motorized transportation and transit demand management
• Workplan amendment discussion to advance code revision CHMC 17.72.040 regarding expiration of property variances after substantial damage or destruction
• Public comment opportunity for items 6.1 and 6.4, limited to three minutes per speaker

Council Special Meeting

The City Council will consider preauthorizations for the Parks Pathway and Lighting Project and the 2024 Overlay Program. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the annual Stormwater Management Program update.

• Preauthorization for Parks Pathway and Lighting Project (Agenda Bill 24-06)
• Labor Relations Support Contract with Summit Law Group, PLLC (Agenda Bill 24-11)
• 2024 Overlay Program Preauthorization (Agenda Bill 24-12)
• Public hearing for the City's Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) Plan Annual Update
• Swearing in of Officer Alexander Donchez

Hearing Examiner Meeting

The Hearing Examiner will consider a variance application for a single-family residence. The request involves deviations from current side yard, rear yard, and building height regulations. Staff supports three of the four requested variances but is neutral on the height limit increase.

• Variance for 25-foot encroachment into the required 35-foot rear yard setback
• Variance for northern side yard setback encroachment of 2 feet
• Variance for southern side yard roof overhang encroachment of 5.96 feet
• Variance to extend building ridge 6 feet north, exceeding height limit by approximately 4 inches

Council Special Session

The City Council will meet in an executive session to review the performance of a public employee. No motions are expected to be made following this discussion.

• Review of a public employee's performance

Council Special Session/ Retreat

The City Council is holding a special session retreat to discuss communication foundations between Council and Staff. The meeting includes identifying high-level priorities and reviewing the process for 2024/2025 work.

• Discussion of Council and staff relationship foundations
• Review of roles and responsibilities
• Identification of 2024/2025 priorities

Notice of Potential Quorum

This notice states that a quorum of the Clyde Hill City Council may be present during the Planning Commission meeting on February 22, 2024. The agenda contains only this procedural notice.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will review draft goals and policies for the Comprehensive Plan's Housing Element. The commission is also scheduled to consider adopting the 2024-25 Planning Commission Work Plan, which includes state-mandated updates regarding housing targets.

• Adoption of the 2024-25 Planning Commission Work Plan
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Housing Element Goals & Policies
• Presentation on Housing Targets & Racial Disparity Impact Analysis
• Approval of January 25, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss draft text and goals for the Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element. The commission will also consider confirming its Rules of Procedure and electing a Vice-Chair.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element draft chapter text
• Confirmation of Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
• Election of a Planning Commission Vice-Chair
• Public comment period regarding the Transportation Element

Council Meeting

The City Council will interview two candidates, Lisa Wissner Slivka and Timothy Rattigan, to fill the vacancy for Council Position #1. Following an executive session to evaluate qualifications, the Council intends to vote on an appointment. The meeting also includes oaths of office for Mayor Steve Friedman and Councilmember Ryan Olson.

• Interviews for City Council Position #1 vacancy
• Oath of office for Mayor Steve Friedman
• Oath of office for Councilmember Ryan Olson
• Authorization for Mayor to execute Department of Ecology funding agreement WQSWCAP-2325-ClydeHi-00078
• Planning Commission appointment considerations for Jared Wheeler and Mark Kroese