Lacey public meetings in 2022

Commission on Equity

The Commission approved the consent agenda and elected its 2023 officers. Members discussed the draft DEI Strategic Plan, the 2023 Work Plan, and plans for quarterly community focus groups.

• Approved Consent Agenda including November 28, 2022 minutes
• Elected Cliff Brown as Commission Chair for 2023
• Elected Annie Clay as Commission Vice Chair for 2023
• Denied motion to elect Jon Hegwood as Commission Vice Chair for 2023

Historical Commission

The Commission elected Jim Keogh as Chair and Kevin Wyckoff as Vice Chair for 2023. The body also approved the 2023 work plan as amended. Staff provided updates on the utility wrap public art project and the Lacey Depot food truck plaza.

• Approved November 2022 minutes as amended
• Elected Jim Keogh as 2023 Chair
• Elected Kevin Wyckoff as 2023 Vice Chair
• Adopted 2023 work plan as amended

City Council

The City Council approved the 2023 annual budget and established fund balance designations for specific purposes. The council also authorized contracts for jail and court services and reappointed one member to the Planning Commission.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1632 to approve the 2023 annual budget
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1631 establishing committed fund reserve designations
• Reappointed Gail Madden to a second term on the Planning Commission
• Authorized Interim City Manager to sign the Nisqually Jail contract
• Authorized Interim City Manager to sign a four-year interlocal agreement for court services with Thurston County District Court
• Approved payment of claims, wages and transfers for Nov 23 to Dec 2, 2022

City Council

The Council approved a six-month extension of the existing contract with TCMedia for television production and programming services. Other items were presented for information only, including updates on Greg Cuoio Park and a supportive housing project.

• Approved amended worksession agenda
• Extended existing TCMedia contract for six-months
• Expressed support for including $3.5M in proposed budget for Franz Anderson Road Permanent Supportive Housing Project
• Expressed support for staff recommendations to fund new police department facility

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Board approved the finalized 2022 Work Plan and Accomplishments and the amended 2023 Work Plan. The board also elected Commissioner Goodwin as 2023 Chair and Commissioner Good as 2023 Vice Chair.

• Approved November minutes
• Approved finalized 2022 Work Plan and Accomplishments
• Approved amended 2023 Workplan
• Elected Commissioner Goodwin as 2023 Chair
• Elected Commissioner Good as 2023 Vice Chair

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee received an informational briefing regarding the proposed vacation of a 40-foot unnamed right-of-way on Rainier Road. No formal decisions were made during the meeting. Staff plans to present a resolution to the full City Council in January 2023.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting consisted of staff reports and public comment.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda. Staff provided informational updates on the Compassionate Community Project, the city banner project, and the transition to a new legislative agenda management system.

• Approved Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee agenda (Carried)

Utilities Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda. Staff provided informational updates regarding the Budd Inlet/Deschutes Watershed Coalition and the Unregulated Contaminant Monitor Rules (UCMR-5) testing requirements.

• Approved Utilities Committee agenda

City Council

The Council held a final hearing for the 2023 Budget and directed staff to include $3.5 million for a permanent supportive housing project on Franz Anderson Road. The Council also approved several resolutions and ordinances regarding city administration and property acquisition.

• Directed staff to include $3.5 million in 2023 Budget for Franz Anderson Road supportive housing
• Approved Resolution No. 1123 for state agreement on employee social security coverage
• Approved Resolution No. 1124 regarding vendor rosters
• Approved Ordinance No. 1630 relating to public property acquisition
• Authorized contract amendment with KMB Architects for new police facility design
• Adopted 2023 Federal and State Legislative Priorities Agendas
• Authorized City Manager to sign Memorandum of Understanding for hotel acquisition
• Approved agenda and consent agenda

Commission on Equity

The Commission approved the consent agenda and meeting minutes from October 24, 2022. Members discussed a draft Land Acknowledgement and Policy, the 2023 Utility Wrap Project, and benchmarks for the DEI Strategic Plan. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved Consent Agenda including October 24, 2022 minutes (Carried)

Finance Committee

The committee recommended forwarding a resolution to the full City Council to correct an administrative error regarding the effective date of Social Security coverage for eligible employees. Other items, including reserve designations and the 2022 Third Quarter Financial Report, were presented for information only.

• Approved amended committee agenda
• Recommended forwarding resolution to City Council to authorize Social Security coverage agreement with Washington State

General Government & Public Safety Committee

The committee received an information-only update on the City's work toward a new interlocal agreement with Thurston County District Court. Staff presented proposed 2023 rates for infractions, parking, DUI, and criminal filings. No formal action was taken on the agreement, which is expected to go to the full City Council by year-end.

• Approved the committee agenda

Land Use and Environment Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda. Staff provided an informational update on the Neighborhood Commercial Forum and the associated community open house and survey.

• Approved the Land Use & Environment Committee agenda

City Council

The City Council authorized the 2023 Ad Valorem tax increase and approved new rates for water, wastewater, and stormwater. Council also awarded a road improvement contract and held the first public hearing for the 2023 budget. A proposal to change the Hearings Examiner review process for land use permits was defeated.

• Approved Resolution No. 1122 to authorize 2023 Ad Valorem Tax Increase
• Approved Ordinance No. 1625 (2023 Ad Valorem Tax)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1626 (2023 Water Rates)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1627 (2023 Wastewater Rates)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1628 (2023 Stormwater Rates)
• Denied Ordinance No. 1629 regarding Hearings Examiner Review Process for Quasi-Judicial Land Use Permits (3-4)
• Awarded Contract PW 2022-36 for Carpenter Road Improvements to Miles Resources, LLC for $3,355,568.97

Historical Commission

The Commission finalized its 2022 work plan and list of accomplishments. It also accepted recent museum acquisitions and disbanded the Archaeology Committee. Officers for 2023 were nominated and approved.

• Approved October 16, 2022 minutes
• Approved 2022 work plan
• Approved 2022 accomplishments
• Accepted recent museum acquisitions
• Nominated Chair Keogh for 2023 Chair
• Nominated Commissioner Wyckoff for 2023 Vice Chair
• Disbanded the Archaeology Committee

City Council

The Council held a worksession to review the 30% design and budget for a new police station and discussed 2023 federal and state legislative priorities. Staff provided updates on the Right-of-Way Initiative regarding the acquisition of a hotel for supportive housing. No substantive policy decisions were made other than the approval of the agenda.

• Approved worksession agenda (Carried)

Library Board

The City Manager and Timberland Regional Library cannot support the current budget request for 2023. The board was advised to resubmit the request for the 2024 budget. The board also approved the corrected June 8th meeting minutes.

• Approved corrected June 8th meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda
• Budget request for 2023 denied by City and Timberland

Utilities Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda. Staff provided informational updates on city lift station operations and the status of several utility construction projects.

• Approved Utilities Committee agenda (Carried)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the August 1, 2022, minutes. Members discussed the potential consolidation of Civil Service Examiner and Secretary duties, but no final decision was made on the delegation of those duties.

• Approved November 7, 2022, agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 1, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on delegating full Civil Service Examiner duties to Vennessa Medford

City Council

The City Council authorized a contract with J&P Consultants to recruit a new City Manager and named Rick Walk as interim City Manager. The Council also approved a conditional use application for a lift station replacement and appointed two members to the Planning Commission.

• Approved Conditional Use Application for Lift Station #3 Replacement Project #21-383
• Appointed Judith Doyle and Cathy Murcia to the Planning Commission
• Authorized contract with J&P Consultants for recruitment and hiring of the next City Manager
• Authorized Rick Walk to serve as the City's Interim City Manager
• Approved amended agenda and consent agenda
• Proclaimed November 2022 as Veterans Appreciation Month

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Board approved a recommendation to change its name to the Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation Board and recommended the 2023 proposed budget as written. Members also nominated candidates for 2023 Board Chair and Vice Chair positions.

• Approved recommendation to City Council to change board name to Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation Board
• Recommended the 2023 proposed budget as written
• Approved October minutes as amended
• Nominated Commissioner Goodwin for 2023 Chair
• Nominated Chair Wheeler to remain Chair
• Nominated Commissioner Good for 2023 Vice Chair

Transportation Committee

The meeting lacked a quorum, so no official actions were taken. Staff provided an information-only presentation regarding the State of the Streets Report.

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed preparations for an informational forum scheduled for November 15 at Salish Middle School. A presentation on Lacey Midtown Implementation was postponed due to staff illness. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Postponed Lacey Midtown Implementation presentation to December 6

Finance Committee

The committee approved forwarding a proposed ordinance and resolution regarding procurement and the MRSC vendor roster to the full City Council. Other items, including property taxes, utility rates, and portfolio strategy, were presented for information or briefing only.

• Approved Finance & Economic Development Committee agenda
• Recommended forwarding proposed procurement ordinance and resolution to City Council

General Government & Public Safety Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda. Staff provided information updates on Midtown utility box wraps, the 2022 police department property inventory, and a report on park vandalism and theft.

• Approved the General Government & Public Safety Committee agenda

Commission on Equity

The Commission approved the agenda and September 26, 2022, meeting minutes. Members received overviews of the City's Housing Action Plan and the Parks, Culture, and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, and reviewed draft benchmarks for the DEI Strategic Plan.

• Approved Consent Agenda including September 26, 2022 minutes (Carried)

City Council

The City Council received a presentation on the proposed 2023 balanced budget totaling $178,525,604, including a General Fund of $60,616,285. Two options for funding a new police station were discussed, along with a multi-year utility rate commitment. No votes were taken on the budget; adoption is scheduled for December 15, 2022.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)
• Heard 2023 budget presentation; no action taken

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission accepted recent museum acquisitions, elected Commissioner Tyler to fill the vacant vice-chair position, and discussed the New Museum capital campaign, the Jackson-Goose Pond Marker Dedication, and Heritage Day. No formal decisions were made on the New Museum project or the proposed dissolution of the Archaeology Committee.

• Approved recent museum acquisitions (motion carried)
• Elected Commissioner Tyler as Vice-Chair (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The commission received a presentation on draft amendments to Lacey Municipal Code chapters 14.29 and 14.36 regarding illicit discharges and wellhead protection. No decisions were made; the amendments will be scheduled for a public hearing likely in December. The meeting also included a report on the Thurston County Transportation Policy Board and a note about an upcoming public forum on the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district.

• Agenda approved (5-0)
• Draft amendments to LMC 14.29 and 14.36 presented; public hearing scheduled for future meeting

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They received information on the Thurston County Board of Commissioners expansion and redistricting process, a Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission update on airport site selection, a development update listing numerous projects under construction or review, and discussed the city manager recruitment process.

• Approved amended worksession agenda (motion by Kunkel, second by Vazquez, carried)
• Received information only on county commissioner expansion and redistricting
• Received information only on commercial aviation airport selection process
• Received information only on development update
• Received information only on city manager recruitment process

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved Resolution 1121 updating the city's credit card policy. During the budget worksession, Council expressed support for the proposed 2023 budget direction, including a 1% property tax increase, single-year water, wastewater, and stormwater rate increases, and workforce enhancements. Council deferred a decision on police station financing pending additional information from Thurston County on ARPA funds.

• Approved Resolution 1121 amending credit card policy (motion carried)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda including payment of claims (motion carried)
• Expressed support for 1% property tax increase ($80,466)
• Expressed support for water rate increase of 5.25% (2023-2027)
• Expressed support for wastewater rate increase of 9.50% (2023-2027)
• Expressed support for stormwater rate increase of 4.50% (2023-2025)
• Deferred police station financing decision pending ARPA info from Thurston County

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved a 5% increase in facility fees, amended and approved field and RAC fees, and approved a letter to InterCity Transit. The board also acknowledged a thank-you letter for a land donation at Mullen Road and received updates on Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A and the Young Child and Families Center. No public comments were made.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved September minutes (unanimous)
• Acknowledged and approved thank-you letter for Mullen Road habitat donation (unanimous)
• Approved 5% increase in facility fees (unanimous)
• Approved amended fields and RAC fees (unanimous)
• Approved InterCity Transit letter as amended (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee approved its agenda and received an information-only update on 57th Avenue traffic calming. Staff presented two neighborhood boundary options with estimated costs per parcel. Councilmembers agreed to send mailers to Option 2 group and seek a citizen to continue the petition process.

• Approved Transportation Committee agenda (unanimous)
• Discussed 57th Avenue traffic calming options (information only)
• Agreed to send mailers to Option 2 group and find a citizen for petition process

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will conduct a final review of applications for the 2023 Lodging Tax Fund. The committee is also scheduled to provide final recommendations regarding these awards.

• Final review of 2023 Lodging Tax Fund applications
• Committee recommendations for fund awards
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2022

Finance Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee voted to recommend a new credit card policy to the full City Council. The policy would increase the single transaction limit from $1,000 to $2,500 and the minor equipment purchase limit from $500 to $1,000. The committee also received a preliminary 2023 budget revenue and expenditure estimate presentation for information only, with no decisions made on the budget.

• Recommended new credit card policy to full council (unanimous)
• Approved committee agenda (unanimous)

Land Use and Environment Committee

The committee received informational updates on a residential energy efficiency program and a quasi-judicial permitting process ordinance; no decisions were made.

• Approved the Land Use & Environment Committee agenda (unanimous)

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity approved the consent agenda and received a presentation from the City Attorney. The main business was a workshop on the Strategic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan, focusing on Workforce & Work Environment goals. Commissioners also discussed public comment on corporate sponsorship policy and potential collaboration with North Thurston Public Schools on equity and student safety.

• Approved consent agenda including August 22, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Clay, second by Hegwood, carried)
• Received City Attorney's Office overview on functions, diversion programs, and organization
• Conducted workshop on DEI Strategic Plan focus areas, impact statements, and strategies for Workforce & Work Environment goal area
• Discussed public comment on city's corporate sponsorship policy
• Discussed joint meetings with diversity, equity, and inclusion representatives from other entities
• Discussed potential collaboration with North Thurston Public School District on equity and student safety

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hear presentations from various organizations applying for 2023 programs. These sessions allow applicants to address questions regarding their upcoming community events and festivals.

• Presentations by Polyfest, Deschutes Rugby Club, and Experience Olympia & Beyond
• Juneteenth Festival presentation by Fred U. Harris Masonic Lodge #70
• Ciderfest presentation by Anonymous Golf Club
• Kris Kringle Market Festival presentation by Spouses’ Club of Lewis-McChord
• Reach the Beach WA presentation by American Lung Association

The committee heard presentations from 10 applicants for 2023 lodging tax funds, discussed the Ciderfest/Anonymous Golf Club application (noting the club is not the event organizer), and deferred final funding decisions to the September 30 meeting.

• Approved September 16, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Weigelt, second by Carpenter, carried)
• Deferred final funding decisions for 2023 LTAC applications to September 30, 2022 meeting

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed expanding the Lacey Neighborhood Grant Program to include informal groups and new project categories, and received updates on a proposed Community Cat Program code changes and the Regional Housing Council governance structure. Council expressed support for the cat program changes, which will be brought for action at a future meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this worksession

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission elected Kevin Moore as Chair for the remainder of 2022 and approved recent museum acquisitions. The meeting also included updates on the new Museum and Cultural Center project, the Lacey Depot/Food Truck Plaza, and a discussion about participation in Thurston County Commission Heritage Day.

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is continuing the first review of 2023 applications. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 9, 2022, meeting.

• Continued first review of 2023 applications
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2022

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee reviewed all 22 applications for 2023 funding and agreed to invite 12 applicants for presentations at a special extended meeting on September 23. The committee also decided to accept two late applications this cycle but will not accept late applications for the 2024 cycle.

• Approved September 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to consider two late applications for 2023 cycle
• Decided to not accept late applications for 2024 cycle
• Completed review of all 22 applications
• Extended September 23 meeting from 12:00-1:00 PM to 11:00 AM-1:30 PM
• Invited 12 applicants for presentations: American Lung Association, Cidersfest, Deschutes Rugby Club, Experience Olympia & Beyond, Juneteenth Festival, Lacey South Sound Chamber Visitor Center, 2023 Golf Classic, South Sound BBQ Festival, Winter Fest Sip Savor Shop, Oly Soccer Foundation, Polyfest, Spouses' Club of Lewis-McChord

City Council

The Council approved Resolution No. 1120 updating the City's Flag Policy, with five votes in favor and two against. They also approved Ordinance No. 1624 amending municipal codes on oaths and personnel policy, and adopted the City of Lacey Work Plan 2022-2024. A motion to adopt a moratorium on conditional uses in Neighborhood Commercial designation failed on a 3-4 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 1120 updating the Flag Policy (5-2 vote).
• Approved Ordinance No. 1624 amending LMC 2.26 and repealing LMC 2.56.
• Approved the City of Lacey Work Plan 2022-2024.
• Authorized participation in the Distributors Washington Opioid Settlement.
• Approved the Historical Commission's proposal to change commissioner terms.
• Approved the consent agenda including September 1, 2022 meeting minutes and payment of claims.
• Proclaimed September 20, 2022 as National Voter Registration Day.
• Motion to adopt a moratorium on conditional uses in Neighborhood Commercial designation failed (3-4 vote).

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board approved the meeting agenda and the June 8th meeting minutes as written. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports on library operations, including a new outreach van, summer program statistics, and budget updates.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 8th meeting minutes as written (unanimous)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2022 Lodging Tax Fund Financial Report. Members will also conduct a first review of 2023 LTAC applications.

• Review of 2022 Lodging Tax Fund Financial Report
• First review of 2023 LTAC applications
• Approval of July 29, 2022 meeting minutes

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee reviewed half of 22 applications for 2023 funds and decided to extend their next meeting by 30 minutes to complete the review. No funding decisions were made; first-time applicants and those needing clarification will be brought back to a future meeting.

• Approved July 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Extended September 16 meeting from 10:00-11:00 to 10:00-11:30 to finish application review
• Agreed first-time applicants and organizations needing clarification will return to a future meeting

City Council

The council received briefings on the Capital Facilities Plan, Historical Commission terms, flag policy, and PEG services. No formal votes were taken; all items were information-only or directed staff to return for future action.

• Supported moving to next phase of Capital Facilities Plan (no vote)
• Expressed support for proposed Historical Commission term changes (no vote)
• Directed staff to include Chehalis Tribe Flag in flag policy additions (no vote)
• Directed staff to adjust flag policy and present at September 15 meeting (no vote)
• Received RFP update for PEG services; no action taken

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board accepted Commissioner Kirby's resignation and approved August minutes. Staff presented updates on Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A, the Comprehensive Plan public engagement, and the Young Child and Families Center. No formal votes on substantive items were taken; the meeting was largely informational.

• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Kirby
• Approved August meeting minutes
• Moved item 9a (Staff Presentation) after item 6 (Citizen/Public Comment)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee received information-only updates on city construction projects, a 57th Avenue traffic calming study, and a volunteer litter pickup program. No votes or decisions were taken; all items were for discussion only.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission met on September 6, 2022, and discussed a potential Residential Energy Efficiency program, including a possible Residential Energy Performance Rating system and a Home Energy Assessment program. No decisions were made; the item was presented for discussion only. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda and the August 2 meeting minutes unanimously.

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved Ordinance No. 1622, the Hercules Street Latecomer Agreement, and Ordinance No. 1623, the 2022 Budget Amendments. It also appointed three new members and re-appointed one member to the Historical Commission. No public comments or testimony were received.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1622, Hercules Street Latecomer Agreement (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1623, 2022 Budget Amendments (motion carried)
• Appointed Edward Holm, Kevin Wyckoff, and Tulai Patane to the Historical Commission (motion carried)
• Re-appointed Alan Tyler to the Historical Commission (motion carried)

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession discussing the quasi-judicial process and a review of neighborhood commercial zoning. No formal decisions were made; staff was directed to prepare an amendment for Option 4 (Hearing Examiner final decision with LUPA appeal) for future consideration. A motion to pause convenience stores and gas stations in neighborhood zones failed due to lack of a second.

• Motion to pause convenience stores, gas stations, variety stores in neighborhood zones failed (no second)
• Staff directed to prepare amendment for Option 4 (Hearing Examiner final decision with LUPA appeal) for future action
• Majority of Council supported adding Neighborhood Commercial Designation Review Process to Planning Commission Work Plan

Finance Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee voted to recommend approval of the 2022 Budget Amendments to the full City Council. The amendments include adding three new General Fund positions, capital equipment for Lacey MakerSpace, and funding for various projects. The committee also received the 2022 Mid-Year Financial Report for information only.

• Approved committee agenda (unanimous)
• Elected Deputy Mayor Miller as committee chair (unanimous)
• Recommended 2022 Budget Amendments to full council (unanimous)

General Government & Public Safety Committee

The committee voted to forward recommended amendments to the Lacey Municipal Code to the full council for approval. The amendments repeal LMC 2.56 on personnel policies and update LMC 2.26 on oaths and performance bonds to reflect WCIA coverage of $2,000,000. The committee also received an informational update on the 2021-2022 JLARC public records report.

• Approved forwarding amendments to Lacey Municipal Code to full council (unanimous)
• Approved committee agenda (unanimous)

Commission on Equity

The Commission approved the consent agenda including the July 25, 2022 minutes. They held a workshop on two new draft focus areas for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan: Policies, Programs, and Services, and Livability. The Finance Director presented an overview of the city budget and the Finance and Information Services departments. No public comment was given in person or virtually; one written comment was received for the record.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the agenda and July 25, 2022 meeting minutes.
• Workshopped two new draft focus areas for the DEI Strategic Plan: Policies, Programs, and Services, and Livability.
• Heard a finance presentation on the city budget and Finance/IS department tasks.
• Noted that the Flag Policy will go before Lacey City Council at the September 8, 2022 worksession.
• Noted that the City of Lacey Communications Plan 2022-2027 was adopted by the Lacey City Council.
• Received updates on the Lacey Youth Council Orientation Day and the 41st Juneteenth Celebration after-action review.

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Ordinance No. 1621) as recommended by the Planning Commission. They also approved two Hicks Lake housing projects (a 4-1 vote and a 5-0 vote) after one councilmember recused herself. The council adopted a 2022-2027 Communications Plan and awarded free days at the Washington Center to two community groups.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1621, 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Hicks Lake Apartments Project #21-081 (4-1, one recusal)
• Approved Hicks Lake Multi-Family Project #20-190 (5-0, one recusal)
• Adopted 2022-2027 Communications Plan (unanimous)
• Awarded 2023 free Washington Center days to South Puget Sound New Horizons Band and Nisqually Delta Association (unanimous)
• Awarded Spirit of Lacey Award to Ruth Weigelt (unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission approved recent museum acquisitions for August and agreed to postpone the chair election until the September meeting. The commission also received updates on the new museum project, depot/food truck plaza, and grant status.

• Approved recent museum acquisitions for August (motion carried)
• Agreed to postpone chair election until September meeting
• Nominated Commissioner Keogh for chair (motion carried)

City Council

The council reviewed staff assessments of short-term priorities from the April retreat and discussed the work plan process. Council directed staff to review ARPA Fund commitments due to additional funding sources and to develop a framework for future annexations. No formal decisions were made; the draft 2022-2024 work plan will be presented for adoption later.

• Approved worksession agenda (motion carried)
• Directed staff to review ARPA Fund commitments
• Directed staff to develop annexation framework

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved the 2022-23 Youth Council appointments and authorized the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with North Thurston Public Schools and the South Sound YMCA for the Young Child and Families Center. The meeting also included a proclamation for a resident's 100th birthday and public comment about tree watering.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved 2022-23 Youth Council appointments (motion carried)
• Authorized City Manager to sign MOU for Young Child and Families Center (motion carried)

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved the park shelter rental policies as amended and approved changes to the Board of Park Commissioner Rules and Procedures. The board also received updates on the Comprehensive Plan public engagement, Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A, and a 20-acre land donation adjacent to Mullen Road Habitat Reserve.

• Approved park shelter rental policies as amended (motion carried)
• Approved changes to Board of Park Commissioner Rules and Procedures (motion carried)
• Approved agenda as-is (motion carried)
• Approved July minutes (motion carried)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee approved its agenda and received the 2021 Transportation Benefit District Annual Report as information only. The report showed 2021 revenues of $4,805,527, expenditures of $4,185,925, and an excess of $619,602. Completed projects included pavement work, slurry seal, and sidewalk repairs, with 2022 projects scheduled.

• Approved Transportation Committee agenda (motion carried)
• Received 2021 Transportation Benefit District Annual Report (information only)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission held a regular meeting on August 2, 2022, with no substantive decisions made. The main agenda item was a presentation and discussion on potential future updates to the Neighborhood Commercial Zone (LMC 16.36), including a review of the existing zoning chapter, an inventory of current sites, and public engagement options. No votes were taken on any proposals.

• Approved meeting agenda and June 21 minutes (unanimous)

Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee

The Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee approved its agenda and recommended to the full City Council that Puget Sound NW Horizons Band and Nisqually Delta Association receive the two available free days at the Washington Center in 2023. The committee also recommended Ruth Weigelt for the Spirit of Lacey Award, forwarding it to the full council for approval. All motions were made, seconded, and carried unanimously.

• Approved committee agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended Puget Sound NW Horizons Band for a free Washington Center day in 2023 (unanimous)
• Recommended Nisqually Delta Association for a free Washington Center day in 2023 (unanimous)
• Recommended Ruth Weigelt for the Spirit of Lacey Award (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Lacey Civil Service Commission met on August 1, 2022, and approved the agenda and the May 2, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. Chief of Police Robert Almada provided quarterly staffing and recruitment updates, including departure, vacancy, and hiring demographics, as well as discipline and investigation cases. Acting HR Director Leialani Jensen confirmed the finalization of Civil Service Rule VI, Section 2, and requested review of the rules by the Commission and Police Command Staff for discussion at the November 7, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 1, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will conduct a final review of the 2023 application. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 22, 2022, meeting.

• Final review of the 2023 lodging tax application
• Approval of July 22, 2022, meeting minutes

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved changes to the amended 2023 LTAC Application and requested it be posted to the City of Lacey website by August 3, 2022, with a submittal deadline of August 31, 2022. The committee also approved the July 22, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended 2023 LTAC Application
• Requested finalized 2023 LTAC Application posted to City of Lacey website by August 3, 2022
• Set submittal deadline of August 31, 2022
• Approved July 22, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with informational presentations only. Council expressed support for forwarding a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a Family & Youth Resource Center to the full Council for final action at a future meeting. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved worksession agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Cox)
• Supported forwarding draft MOU for Family & Youth Resource Center to full Council for future action

Finance Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved its amended agenda and received information-only reports on the 2022 second-quarter investments, the 2023 budget calendar, and staffing needs. The committee expressed support for adding one Transportation Civil Engineer and one Journey Level Technician, but no formal action was taken on these positions.

• Approved amended committee agenda (motion carried)
• Received 2022 second-quarter investment report (information only)
• Received 2023 budget calendar update (information only)
• Received staffing resource considerations (information only)

General Government & Public Safety Committee

The committee voted to recommend approval of the updated 2023 Neighborhood Grant Program overview and guidelines to the full City Council. The update expands eligibility to informal neighborhood groups and adds new project categories. Other items were informational only, including updates on firearms, fireworks calls, and irrigation conservation.

• Recommended updated 2023 Neighborhood Grant Program to full council (unanimous)
• Approved committee agenda (unanimous)

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity voted 5-0 to recommend revisions to the City's flag policy, including additions for the Progress Pride, Juneteenth, Nisqually Tribe, and Squaxin Tribe flags, to be forwarded to the Lacey City Council for approval. The commission also heard a Public Works overview and continued its Strategic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan workshop, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved consent agenda including June 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended flag policy revisions to City Council (5-0)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2022 Lodging Tax Fund financial report and discuss funding for local jurisdictions. Members are also scheduled to conduct application reviews and set future meeting dates.

• Review of 2022 Lodging Tax Fund Financial Report
• Discussion on Local Jurisdictions LTAC Funding
• Application review
• Approval of June 17, 2022 minutes

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved the June 17 meeting minutes and reviewed the 2022 lodging tax fund financial report. They discussed a proposal to set aside funds for new applicants, agreeing to revisit the policy at the September 9 meeting. The committee also suggested updates to the draft 2023 LTAC application and requested a final draft before the next meeting on July 29.

• Approved June 17, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Agreed to revisit new-applicant funding policy at September 9 meeting
• Requested final draft of 2023 LTAC application before July 29 meeting

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved Resolution No. 1119, adopting the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, and approved the Hearings Examiner's recommendations for the City Life Church Conditional Use Permit (Project #21-20). The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and payment of claims, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 1119, 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (motion carried)
• Approved Hearings Examiner recommendations for City Life Church CUP Project #21-20 (motion carried)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda, including minutes and payment of claims (motion carried)

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission approved recent acquisitions for the museum and adopted the agenda and June minutes. Updates were given on the New Museum Project, Lacey Depot/Food Truck Plaza, and Goose Pond marker dedication. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved recent museum acquisitions (motion by Black, seconded by Keogh)
• Adopted agenda as written/amended
• Approved June 15, 2022 minutes as written
• Nominated Commissioner Goetz as chair pro tem

LEOFF I Board

The LEOFF I Disability Board unanimously approved the agenda, June 9 meeting minutes, $640 in massage charges, updated board member term dates, and updates to dental and long-term care policies. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 12:38 PM.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $640 massage charges for a member (unanimous)
• Approved update to LEOFF I Board member term dates (unanimous)
• Approved updates to dental policy (unanimous)
• Approved updates to long-term care policy (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved three construction contracts totaling about $3.3 million: $461,020 for sidewalk repairs, $2,397,360 for road overlays, and $462,767.47 for electric vehicle charging stations. The council also authorized the city manager to sign a state Memorandum of Understanding to partner on housing resources for homelessness. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $461,020 sidewalk repair contract to Simmons & Sons Contracting (unanimous)
• Approved $2,397,360 overlay project contract to Lakeside Industries (unanimous)
• Approved $462,767.47 EV charging stations contract to Elcon Corporation (unanimous)
• Authorized city manager to sign Rights of Way Initiative MOU for housing resources (unanimous)

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Board approved the Community Gardens Policy as amended, following staff review of proposed changes. Other items were discussed, including updates on the PARC Foundation, Comprehensive Plan engagement, Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A, and a completed property purchase near Long Lake. Shelter rental policies and Park Board rule changes were tabled for future meetings.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved June minutes
• Approved Community Gardens Policy as amended
• Confirmed Long Lake adjacent property purchase complete
• Tabled Park Shelter Rental Policies for further staff review
• Tabled Park Board rule changes for staff recommendations

Land Use and Environment Committee

The Land Use & Environment Committee received information-only briefings on two 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendments: the Low-Density Zone Consolidation and the Carpenter Road Rezone. No formal decisions were made; both items are scheduled for Council consideration and ordinance on August 4, 2022.

• Approved committee agenda (motion carried by Greenstein and Cox)
• Low-Density Zone Consolidation: information only, no action
• Carpenter Road Rezone: information only, no action

Commission on Equity

The Commission on Equity held a workshop on the draft Strategic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan, reviewing focus areas and strategies. The Flag Policy Review was postponed to the July meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved consent agenda including May 23, 2022 minutes (motion carried)
• Postponed Flag Policy Review to July 2022 meeting

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession and discussed a state proposal to create housing resources for homeless individuals living in state rights-of-way. Council expressed support for the City Manager to enter into agreements and for calling an emergency meeting if needed before decisions. No formal decisions were made; the item was for information only.

• Approved worksession agenda (motion carried)
• Discussed state housing proposal for homeless in rights-of-way (information only)
• Expressed support for City Manager to enter into agreements
• Expressed support for calling emergency meeting if needed

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission voted to recommend the Carpenter Road Rezone (Project #22-45) to the City Council for adoption. The motion passed with five in favor and one abstention. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the June 7 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda and June 7 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Carpenter Road Rezone to Council (5-1, one abstention)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2022 Lodging Tax Fund Financial Report and discuss a request regarding the Washington Center. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from September 29, 2021.

• Approval of minutes from September 29, 2021
• 2022 Lodging Tax Fund Financial Report
• Washington Center Request

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, then reviewed the 2022 Lodging Tax Fund financial report. The committee declined to make an exception for the Washington Center for the Performing Arts' $250,000 capital campaign request, directing it to follow the regular LTAC funding cycle. No funding decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 29, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Deferred Washington Center for the Performing Arts $250,000 request to normal LTAC funding cycle

City Council

The Lacey City Council adopted Ordinance 1617, amending tree regulations to limit removal to no more than three trees in any sixty consecutive months, and adopted Ordinance 1620, updating the city's Stormwater Design Manual. The council also approved a $3.2 million contract for the Lift Station 19 Replacement Project and authorized the purchase of property adjacent to Long Lake Park for $962,000. Reappointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and appointments to the Thurston County Board of Health were made.

• Adopted Ordinance 1617 amending tree regulations (4-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 1620 updating Stormwater Design Manual
• Approved $3,225,356.78 contract for Lift Station 19 Replacement Project
• Approved purchase of 2802 Boat Launch Street SE for $962,000
• Reappointed Deputy Mayor Miller, Ruth Weigelt, Susana Matis to LTAC
• Appointed Councilmember Vazquez to Thurston County Board of Health
• Appointed Councilmember Steadman as alternate to Board of Health

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission presented the 2022 Historian of the Year award to former Commissioner Seth Huff. The commission also accepted recent museum acquisitions and discussed updates on the Goose Pond/Jackson Memorial Marker, which is delayed to October due to fabrication time. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved agenda as amended (moved item 7c to 7a)
• Approved April 20, 2022 minutes as amended for grammar
• Presented 2022 Historian of the Year award to Seth Huff
• Accepted recent museum acquisitions (motion carried)

LEOFF I Board

The LEOFF I Disability Board held a specially called meeting on June 9, 2022. The board unanimously approved an agenda amendment to postpone items 5 and 6 to next month, and unanimously approved the minutes from the April 14, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Postponed agenda items 5 & 6 to next month (unanimous)
• Approved April 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no final decisions except approving the display of the Juneteenth Flag at the Regional Athletic Center and/or City Hall on June 18-19. Presentations were given on bond issuance, the new TRAKiT permit system, and a Board of Health appointment, with the latter to be decided at the June 16 meeting.

• Approved amended worksession agenda (motion by Steadman, seconded by Cox)
• Approved display of Juneteenth Flag on June 18-19 (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Kunkel)

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board voted unanimously to support the construction of study rooms and will forward the budget request to the city by July 29. The board also approved the agenda and the May 11 meeting minutes as written. No public comments were made. The next meeting is scheduled for September 14.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 11 meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Voted unanimously to support study room construction and forward budget request to city by July 29

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee approved its agenda and received an information-only review of the proposed 2023 Six Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Staff noted the TIP tracks federal and state funds, does not obligate matching dollars, and recommended removing four projects. The Planning Commission hearing was scheduled for June 7, 2022, with full Council consideration on July 21, 2022.

• Approved Transportation Committee agenda (motion carried)
• Reviewed 2023 Six Year TIP (information only, no action taken)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission recommended the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, the Water System Plan Update, and the Low Density Zone Consolidation to the City Council for adoption. The Carpenter Road Rezone was discussed but not decided, with a motion to continue discussion at a future meeting. No public comments were received for most items, and the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Recommended 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan to Council (unanimous)
• Recommended Water System Plan Update to Council (unanimous)
• Recommended Low Density Zone Consolidation to Council (unanimous)
• Continued Carpenter Road Rezone discussion to future meeting (unanimous)

Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee

The committee approved its agenda and received informational updates on the July 3rd Fireworks Spectacular, 2022 summer activities, and the Juneteenth Celebration. Members directed staff to present the Commission on Equity's recommendation to display the Juneteenth Flag at the Regional Athletic Center and/or City Hall on June 18-19 to the full Council at the June 9 Worksession. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved committee agenda (motion by Kunkel, seconded by Cox)
• Directed staff to present Juneteenth flag recommendation to Council at June 9 Worksession

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee approved its agenda and forwarded the 2022 Stormwater Design Manual to the full City Council for review and approval. The committee also received an information-only demonstration of the updated utility billing online payment portal by vendor Paymentus; the launch date is still being negotiated.

• Approved Utilities Committee agenda (motion by Cox, seconded by Kunkel)
• Forwarded 2022 Stormwater Design Manual to full City Council for review and approval (motion by Kunkel, seconded by Cox)

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved two conditional use permits: one for the MultiCare off-campus emergency department (Project #21-306) and one for the Meridian Market & Gas station (Project #20-310). Both approvals adopted the hearings examiner's findings. The council also passed resolutions on bond reimbursement and public comment policies.

• Approved MultiCare off-campus emergency department conditional use permit (Project #21-306)
• Approved Meridian Market & Gas conditional use permit (Project #20-310) (3-1, 2 recused)
• Approved Resolution No. 1117 for bond reimbursement
• Approved Resolution No. 1118 amending council policies on public comment

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board met June 1, 2022, and took several actions. They approved the May minutes and added a permitting process discussion to the agenda. The board heard public comments from three residents about a proposed gas station on Willamette Drive. Staff reported that Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A is at 30% design, with grant presentations to be resubmitted in July, and the board confirmed project timelines are being met. No formal votes were taken on substantive items beyond the agenda change and minutes approval.

• Approved May minutes (motion carried)
• Added permitting process discussion to agenda before public comment (motion carried)
• Heard public comments on proposed Willamette Drive gas station
• Confirmed Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A timelines on track
• Agreed to informally recognize former Commissioner Daniels

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes, hearing information-only presentations on I-5 project efforts, the Capital Facilities Plan, the Martin Way Corridor Study, and proposed public comment policy changes. The council approved the worksession agenda by motion. No substantive decisions were made; all items were for discussion only.

• Approved worksession agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Kunkel)
• Heard I-5 project funding update: $75M approved by Legislature (2022), $125M identified need
• Heard Capital Facilities Plan briefing; no action taken
• Heard Martin Way Corridor Study update; no action taken
• Heard OPMA public comment policy update; no action taken

Finance Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved forwarding a bond reimbursement resolution to the full council for adoption, which would allow the City Manager or Finance Director to designate expenditures for future bond proceeds without authorizing debt. The committee also received information-only updates on the 2021 year-end and 2022 first quarter financial reports, and noted that the city will not meet the June 1 deadline to use a Local Revitalization Financing award.

• Approved committee agenda (motion carried)
• Forwarded bond reimbursement resolution to full council for adoption (motion carried)

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity approved its consent agenda and discussed the Thurston County Climate Mitigation Plan, flag policy, and proclamation policy. The commission requested staff seek City Council approval to display the Juneteenth flag at the Regional Athletic Center for the 41st Juneteenth Celebration. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motion was to approve the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including April 25, 2022 minutes (motion carried)
• Requested staff seek City Council approval for Juneteenth flag display at RAC
• Recommended edits to draft Juneteenth proclamation
• Discussed flag policy additions including Progress Pride, Juneteenth, and tribal flags

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the updated Stormwater Design Manual to the City Council for adoption. The commission also received updates on the TrakIt permitting system, homeless encampments, and the upcoming Depot grand opening. No public comments or testimony were given during the public hearing.

• Approved amended agenda and May 3 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended updated Stormwater Design Manual to Council (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved a motion to pledge $250,000 to the Washington Center for capital equipment purchases, with appropriation details to be considered later. The council also received an update on the food truck site, which is cleared and prepared for a grand opening at the Depot playground on May 25 and a formal launch in June.

• Approved pledge of $250,000 to Washington Center (motion carried)
• Approved amended worksession agenda (motion carried)

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board approved a budget request to the city for constructing two small study rooms, estimated at up to $30,000. The board discussed funding options and recommended including a letter of support from the Friends of the Library and usage data to justify the need. The request will be revised and sent to the city.

• Approved agenda as reformatted
• Approved March minutes with corrected spelling of Scott Spence's last name
• Approved budget request for two study rooms, with revisions to cover letter
• Recommended including letter of support from Friends of the Library and usage data in budget request

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions beyond approving the agenda and consent agenda, which included meeting minutes and payment of claims. The council issued proclamations for Lacey History Month and Bicycle Commuter Month. No public comments were made, and no resolutions or ordinances were considered.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda, including minutes and payment of claims (unanimous)
• Proclaimed May 2022 as Lacey History Month
• Proclaimed May 2022 as Bicycle Commuter Month

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Board approved a new event alcohol permit for Cider Fest at Huntamer Park, pending city staff review, with Commissioner Kirby recused. It also approved updates to facility policies for the Lacey Community Center and Jacob Smith House, and to RAC policies, all with unanimous votes. The Board approved the Public Involvement Plan for the Comprehensive Plan and received updates on Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A design progress.

• Approved new event alcohol permit for Cider Fest at Huntamer Park (unanimous, Kirby recused)
• Approved facility policy updates for Lacey Community Center and Jacob Smith House (unanimous)
• Approved RAC policy updates (unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Public Involvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved April minutes (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Lacey Transportation Committee approved its agenda and received an information-only update on current and upcoming construction projects, including EV charging stations, road overlays, and utility improvements. No substantive decisions were made beyond the agenda approval.

• Approved Transportation Committee agenda (motion by Vazquez, second by Miller)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission met on May 3, 2022, and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of an educational presentation on the Growth Management Act and Thurston Climate Mitigation, plus requests for future discussions on multi-family housing and rent control.

• Approved meeting agenda and April 19 minutes (unanimous)

Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee

The Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee met and approved its agenda. The main item was an information-only presentation on the draft City Communications Plan by Assistant City Manager Shannon Kelley-Fong. No formal decisions were made on the plan; next steps include internal staff review, a Council worksession in June, and potential adoption by the full Council in June-July 2022.

• Approved committee agenda (motion by Kunkel, seconded by Cox, carried)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee met and approved its agenda. Staff presented information on water main maintenance and repair, and on the Water Shortage Response Plan. No formal decisions were made beyond the agenda approval.

• Approved Utilities Committee agenda (motion by Cox, seconded by Kunkel)

Civil Service Commission

The Lacey Civil Service Commission approved the May 2, 2022 agenda and the March 14, 2022 minutes unanimously. They were informed that the passing score for Civil Service examinations (Rule VI, Section 2) was adjusted from 80% to 75%, and the updated document will be provided for signature. The commission discussed annual rule reviews, future hybrid meetings, and received updates on police staffing and collective bargaining.

• Approved May 2, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted completion of passing score adjustment from 80% to 75% in Civil Service Rules

General Government & Public Safety Committee

The General Government & Public Safety Committee met for a brief 5-minute session and approved its agenda. Staff provided informational updates on Regional Athletic Complex operations and the BIPOC Business Startup Training Program; no formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved committee agenda (motion by Mayor Ryder, seconded by Councilmember Kunkel)

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity held a regular meeting via Zoom, approving the consent agenda and hearing presentations on the draft City Communications Plan, RAC facility rental policy updates, and the Parks Comprehensive Plan public involvement plan. No formal decisions were made on these items; the meeting was informational and discussion-based.

• Approved consent agenda including March 28, 2022 minutes (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission met on April 19, 2022, and approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the commission heard presentations on a proposed comprehensive plan amendment and rezone for Powell Carpenter Road (Project #22-45) and the upcoming TRAKIT permit system. Public outreach for the Powell Carpenter Road project will begin, with a public hearing scheduled for June.

• Approved meeting agenda and April 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Heard presentation on Powell Carpenter Road Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezone – Project #22-45 (no action)
• Heard presentation on TRAKIT Permit System (no action)

LEOFF I Board

The LEOFF I Disability Board approved a $3,000 annual dental reimbursement cap, including premiums, and discussed long-term care policy updates. The board also approved allowing additional members to attend the WASLEA conference. No other substantive decisions were made; items like UNUM updates and co-chair selection remain pending.

• Approved $3,000 annual dental reimbursement cap including premiums (unanimous)
• Approved allowing additional members to attend WASLEA conference (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They received informational presentations on the 2022 state legislative session, the city's transportation calming policy, the Lacey MakerSpace, and a preview of the upcoming council retreat agenda.

• Approved worksession agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Vazquez)

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved Ordinance No. 1619, which amends the 2022 budget, as presented by Finance Director Troy Woo. The motion carried. The council also approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included meeting minutes and payment of claims, wages, and transfers. Several proclamations were made for Earth Month, Arbor Month, and Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1619 for 2022 budget amendments (motion carried)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda, including minutes and payment of claims (motion carried)

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved its amended Rules of Procedure and the final Annual Report with minor changes. The board also discussed the Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A contract, which City Council had already approved, and received updates on recreation program cost recovery and the Comprehensive Plan public involvement draft. No public comments were made, and the meeting was procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approved amended Rules of Procedure (motion carried)
• Approved Annual Report as amended (motion carried)
• Approved March 2, 2022 minutes (motion carried)
• Added Item 8d – Greg Cuoio Park Tour to agenda (motion carried)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee met remotely and approved its agenda. Staff presented an informational update on the City's SCADA system for water and wastewater, noting plans to switch all facilities to cellular due to outdated radios. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Utilities Committee agenda (motion by Steadman, second by Cox)

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They received informational presentations on Puget Sound Energy's storm response, the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership update and 2023-24 work plan, and proposed revisions to tree regulations (LMC 14.32). Council expressed support for the direction of the tree ordinance and requested additional language addressing HOA open space and commercial property owner concerns.

• Approved worksession agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Kunkel)
• Heard PSE storm response presentation (information only)
• Heard SSMCP update and growth coordination plan review (information only)
• Discussed tree regulations revisions; council expressed support for direction and requested HOA/commercial property language

Finance Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved its agenda and received an information-only update on the Lacey MakerSpace. Staff reported on membership, equipment, grants, workforce training, and new businesses using the space. The Committee directed staff to present funding options for expanding or relocating the MakerSpace to a future full Council worksession.

• Approved committee agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Miller)
• Received Lacey MakerSpace update (information only)
• Directed staff to present funding options for MakerSpace expansion/relocation to full Council worksession

General Government & Public Safety Committee

The committee approved its agenda and received an information-only presentation on the Paint the Town Purple Program from North Thurston Public Schools. The program will display purple ribbons on light poles throughout Lacey from April 1-30 to celebrate the Month of the Military Child. A proclamation for Military Child Appreciation Month is scheduled for the April 21, 2022 Council Meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the General Government & Public Safety Committee agenda (motion by Mayor Ryder, seconded by Councilmember Greenstein)
• Received information-only presentation on Paint the Town Purple Program

Land Use and Environment Committee

The Land Use & Environment Committee met remotely and approved its agenda. Staff presented information-only updates on the Energy Efficiency Program, a promotion strategy for the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program, and a development update listing projects under construction or review. No formal decisions were made beyond the agenda approval.

• Approved the Land Use & Environment Committee agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Vazquez, carried)

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved several major items: Ordinance No. 1618 annexing the Lake Lois Pacific Avenue property with an effective date of June 1, 2022; a $8,456,619.97 contract to Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors for the Terry Cargil Reservoir; a $787,751.11 contract to Northwest Cascade for Lift Station 12 abandonment; and a memorandum of understanding with St. Martin's Abbey to purchase 11.96 acres for a police station. The council also removed Ordinance No. 1617 (tree regulation revisions) from the agenda for future worksession discussion and reappointed Sarah Daniels to the Board of Parks Commissioners.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1618 annexing Lake Lois Pacific Avenue, effective June 1, 2022
• Awarded $8,456,619.97 contract to Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors for Terry Cargil Reservoir (6-0, Steadman abstained)
• Awarded $787,751.11 contract to Northwest Cascade for Lift Station 12 abandonment
• Authorized City Manager to sign MOU with St. Martin's Abbey for 11.96-acre police station site
• Removed Ordinance No. 1617 (tree regulations) from agenda for future worksession
• Reappointed Sarah Daniels to Board of Parks Commissioners

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission approved recent museum acquisitions and adopted a hybrid meeting model for April as a test. They also discussed the new museum project, Lacey History Month, and the Lacey Depot grand opening. The meeting was largely procedural with no major policy changes.

• Approved agenda as amended (motion carried)
• Approved January 19, 2022 minutes as written
• Approved recent acquisitions (motion carried)
• Adopted hybrid meeting model for April as a test (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission met remotely and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of presentations on ADU promotion, an energy efficiency program, and a community workgroup on homelessness, followed by discussion.

• Approved meeting agenda and March 1 minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Lacey Civil Service Commission unanimously approved lowering the passing score for police examinations from 80% to 75%, amending Rule VI, Section 2 of the Civil Service Rules. The commission also appointed Vennessa Medford as Civil Service Secretary and confirmed Leialani Jensen as Civil Service Examiner. The meeting was procedural and included a police department presentation and discussion of future meeting frequency.

• Approved lowering police exam passing score from 80% to 75% (unanimous)
• Appointed Vennessa Medford as Civil Service Secretary (unanimous)
• Confirmed Leialani Jensen as Civil Service Examiner (unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2020 meeting minutes with amendment (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They received an information-only update from Joint Animal Services on 2020-2021 accomplishments, including a pet store ordinance banning retail dog and cat sales, and discussed council travel plans for the year, directing staff to create a centralized list of conferences.

• Approved worksession agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Steadman)
• Directed staff to create centralized list of conferences for council travel

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board approved the meeting agenda and the January minutes as written. The board discussed the library manager's report, including the lifting of the mask mandate on March 12, the successful opening of the Hawks Prairie Library, and upcoming budget requests for study rooms and a sinking concrete pad. No formal votes were taken on these items; the next meetings are scheduled for May 11 and June 8 to discuss and finalize the budget.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved January meeting minutes as written

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The Lacey Park Board approved the updated 2022 Work Plan, which added two new items for Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A design and construction. They also approved the annual report message with edits and delayed action on the Park Board Rules of Procedure until April. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved updated 2022 Work Plan adding Greg Cuoio Park Phase 1A design and construction items (motion carried)
• Approved annual report Park Board message as amended (motion carried)
• Delayed action on Park Board Rules of Procedure until April meeting
• Approved January 5, 2022 minutes (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission met remotely and approved the agenda and February 1 minutes. No public comments were made. The main item was a presentation by Planning Manager Ryan Andrews on the Lacey UGA Joint Plan/2016 Comprehensive Plan Review, followed by a discussion on public outreach suggestions. No formal decisions were made on the plan.

• Approved meeting agenda and February 1 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a remote worksession on February 24, 2022, and approved the 2022 work plans for both the Historical Commission and the Commission on Equity. The council also set the first hybrid council meeting for March 24, 2022, and received an informational presentation on Black History Month.

• Approved the Historical Commission 2022 Work Plan
• Approved the Commission on Equity 2022 Work Plan
• Set the first hybrid council meeting for March 24, 2022

Finance Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved its agenda and recommended the full City Council adopt the 2021 Budget Encumbrance Carryover Ordinance, which re-appropriates funds from 2021 to 2022 for outstanding purchase orders and authorized capital projects. The committee also received an information-only update on significant 2022 budget amendments, including new staff positions, a business licensing move, and various capital projects, with a budget amendment ordinance to be presented to the council in March or April. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved committee agenda (motion carried)
• Recommended 2021 Budget Encumbrance Carryover Ordinance to full council (motion carried)

Land Use and Environment Committee

The Land Use & Environment Committee took information only on proposed revisions to Lacey Municipal Code 14.32 for tree permit exemptions. The proposal would keep individual lots exempt from land clearing permits if they maintain four trees per 5,000 square feet, but would require a City arborist's tree report for removals of more than five trees on a lot. The item will go to the full City Council on March 17, 2022. The committee approved its agenda by motion.

• Approved the Land Use & Environment Committee agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Vazquez, carried)
• Reviewed proposed tree permit exemption regulations (information only; no vote)
• Scheduled the tree permit item for full Council on March 17, 2022

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved Ordinance 1615 amending electric vehicle parking standards with an amendment reducing multi-family residential and lodging requirements from 10% to 5%, after the original motion failed. They also approved Ordinance 1614 for multi-family parking standards, Resolution 1115 for investment policy amendments, a $483,799 contract for an arc flash hazard assessment, and several appointments. The council deferred board reports and discussed proclamations, but no action was taken on the homeless response plan update.

• Approved Ordinance 1614 amending multi-family parking standards (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 1615 with amendment reducing EV parking from 10% to 5% (5-2)
• Approved Resolution 1115 amending May 2020 Investment Policy (motion carried)
• Awarded PW 2022-04 for Arc Flash Hazard Assessment to P2S, Inc. for $483,799 (motion carried)
• Reappointed Chris Leicht to CAR-PFD Board (motion carried)
• Appointed Alan Baum to Planning Commission (motion carried)
• Consensus to allow Mayor to make ceremonial proclamations without full council approval
• Consensus not to support regional letter on commercial building electrification

Community Relations & Public Affairs Committee

The committee approved its agenda and received information-only updates on the Lacey Neighborhood Association Grant Program and the Washington Center free day. No substantive decisions were made beyond the agenda approval.

• Approved committee agenda (motion by Kunkel, second by Cox)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee approved its agenda and received an informational presentation on the STEP and Grinder maintenance programs. No formal decisions were made beyond the agenda approval.

• Approved Utilities Committee agenda (motion by Steadman, seconded by Cox)

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved Ordinance 1613 to form the Tolmie Park Estates ULID 25 for sewer conversion, and approved the Greg Cuoio Park & Greenways Master Plan, authorizing the city manager to proceed with the RFP process for Phase 1A design services. The council also authorized a budget amendment to reallocate unspent funds from the 2021 Scale-Up contract to establish a BIPOC business startup training program and contract with Thurston EDC. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 1613 forming Tolmie Park Estates ULID 25 for sewer conversion (unanimous)
• Approved Greg Cuoio Park & Greenways Master Plan and authorized RFP for Phase 1A design services (unanimous)
• Authorized budget amendment to reallocate unspent funds for BIPOC training program and contract with Thurston EDC (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda including minutes and payment of claims (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee elected Deputy Mayor Miller as chair and approved the amended agenda. Staff reported that the Lebanon Street traffic calming barriers will be removed because the neighborhood vote did not reach the required 60% support (11 yes, 13 no). The committee also received an update on the 2021-2022 holiday snow response, which included 5,600 lane miles plowed and 650 labor hours.

• Approved amended Transportation Committee agenda (motion carried)
• Elected Deputy Mayor Miller as Chair of Transportation Committee (motion carried)
• Lebanon Street traffic calming barriers to be removed after vote failed to reach 60% support

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission met remotely and approved the meeting agenda and the January 18 meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments, a director's report, and a discussion of the Stormwater Design Manual update, with next steps being public outreach and a spring hearing.

• Approved meeting agenda and January 18 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lacey City Council and Planning Commission held a joint worksession on January 27, 2022. They approved the 2022 Planning Commission Work Program, which includes items like stormwater and water system plan updates, and approved a $100,000 fund request for the Together! Host Homes program, which provides short-term housing for unaccompanied high school students. The council also discussed a staff recommendation to delay hybrid meeting options due to COVID-19, with support expressed but no formal action taken.

• Approved amended worksession agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Kunkel)
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission Work Program (motion by Ryder, seconded by Greenstein)
• Approved $100,000 fund request for Together! Host Homes program (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Steadman)

Finance Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee met remotely and approved its agenda. Mayor Ryder was elected as chair of the committee. The committee received information-only presentations on the 4th Quarter 2021 Investment Report, proposed Investment Policy updates, and a proposed BIPOC Business Startup Training Program. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved committee agenda (motion carried)
• Elected Mayor Ryder as committee chair (motion carried)

General Government & Public Safety Committee

The committee approved its agenda and elected Councilmember Greenstein as chair. It received informational updates on the new Deputy Chief of Police, 2020 crime recap and 2021 crime stats preview, and the Parks Department's tree maintenance program. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved committee agenda (motion carried)
• Elected Councilmember Greenstein as committee chair (motion carried)

Land Use and Environment Committee

The Land Use & Environment Committee approved its agenda, elected Councilmember Cox as chair, and received an information-only presentation on proposed parking amendments for multi-family uses and electric vehicles. No final decisions were made on the parking changes; they will go to the full Council on February 17, 2022.

• Approved committee agenda (motion carried)
• Elected Councilmember Cox as committee chair (motion carried)

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity held a routine meeting with no formal votes on policy. They approved the consent agenda, heard updates on the Lacey Cultural Celebration, and participated in Workshop #5 of the Strategic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan, reviewing draft equity statements. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved consent agenda including December 27, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
• Reviewed draft Equity Values, Mission, and Vision statements (no action)
• Discussed Lacey Cultural Celebration overview (no action)
• Received Community Engagement update (no action)

City Council

The Lacey City Council approved Ordinance No. 1612, amending the municipal code to implement recommendations from the Affordable Housing Strategy and Housing Action Plan. They also awarded a $307,414.46 contract to Swofford Excavating for the Lacey Museum & Cultural Center, and authorized the city manager to execute interlocal agreements for climate mitigation and a building electrification study. Additionally, Dave Weber was appointed to the Board of Park Commissioners, and committee assignments were amended.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1612 (housing implementation initiatives) (motion carried)
• Awarded Contract PW 2019-41 to Swofford Excavating for $307,414.46 (motion carried)
• Authorized city manager to execute interlocal agreement for Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan (motion carried)
• Authorized city manager to sign interlocal agreement for Regional Building Electrification Cost Study (motion carried)
• Appointed Dave Weber to Board of Park Commissioners (motion carried)
• Approved amended council committee assignments (motion carried)

Historical Commission

The Lacey Historical Commission adopted the 2022-2031 strategic plan and approved January acquisitions. A motion to follow City Council's switch to hybrid meetings failed, so the commission will continue online-only. The meeting also postponed discussion of new commissioner terms.

• Adopted 2022-2031 strategic plan (motion carried)
• Approved January acquisitions (motion carried)
• Motion to follow City Council's hybrid meeting changes failed; online-only format continues
• Postponed item on new commissioner terms
• Approved December 15, 2021 minutes as written

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission met remotely on January 18, 2022, and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. The only substantive item was a presentation and discussion of the 2022 Work Program by Planning Manager Ryan Andrews, with no formal decisions or votes on the program. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda and January 4 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed 2022 Work Program (no action taken)

Commission on Equity

The Lacey Commission on Equity subcommittee met to discuss creating focus groups for future community engagement. They talked about identifying cultural leaders, potential questions, timelines, and logistics. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was exploratory.

• Discussed creating focus groups for community engagement (no formal action)
• Identified potential focus group participants including Latino/a/x, Asian, Pacific Islander, youth, older adults, Nisqually Indian Tribe, LGBTQIA+, small businesses, low-income, BIPOC, limited English proficient, Black and Black Lives Matter, non-profits

City Council

The Lacey City Council held a worksession with no formal votes, hearing information-only updates on the Thurston Regional Climate Action Plan Phase 4 ILA, a Regional Building Electrification Cost Assessment Study ILA, the Greg Cuoio Park & Greenways Master Plan, the New Lacey Museum & Cultural Center project, and the Thurston County Home Fund. Council also approved the amended agenda and updated committee and board assignments.

• Approved amended worksession agenda (motion by Greenstein, seconded by Vazquez)
• Reviewed proposed Interlocal Agreement for Climate Action Plan Phase 4; formal consideration Jan 20, 2022
• Reviewed proposed Interlocal Agreement for Building Electrification Cost Assessment Study; formal consideration Jan 20, 2022
• Discussed Greg Cuoio Park & Greenways Master Plan; approval scheduled Feb 3, 2022
• Updated council committee assignments (e.g., Vazquez to Transportation, Cox to Utilities)
• Recommended council assignments for intergovernmental boards and commissions

Library Board

The Lacey Library Board held a routine meeting, approving the agenda and September minutes with no public comments. The board unanimously elected Sharla Desy as chair (pending reappointment) and Pam Nelson as vice chair, with the understanding that all members will take turns recording minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2022. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of updates on the new Hawks Prairie Lucky Day Library and staffing changes.

• Approved agenda
• Approved September meeting minutes as written
• Elected Sharla Desy as chair unanimously, pending reappointment
• Elected Pam Nelson as vice chair unanimously, with all members taking turns on minutes

City Council

The Lacey City Council held its first meeting of 2022, administering oaths to four councilmembers and electing Andy Ryder as Mayor and Malcolm Miller as Deputy Mayor. The council approved Resolution 1114 for the Tolmie Park Estates ULID 25 petition, Ordinance 1611 authorizing the City Manager to appoint temporary civil service staff, and an interlocal agreement with Fire District #3 for confined space rescue. All motions passed without recorded opposition.

• Elected Andy Ryder as Mayor (motion carried)
• Elected Malcolm Miller as Deputy Mayor (6-0, Kunkel did not vote)
• Approved Resolution 1114 for Tolmie Park Estates ULID 25 petition (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 1611 authorizing temporary civil service secretary/chief examiner (motion carried)
• Authorized City Manager to sign interlocal agreement with Fire District #3 for confined space rescue (motion carried)

Parks, Culture and Recreation Board

The board recommended the draft Greg Cuoio Park & Greenways Master Plan to City Council and approved a new beverage contract switching from PepsiCo to Coca-Cola. It also recommended purchasing a private property adjacent to Long Lake Park and voted to mirror City Council's hybrid meeting standards, though implementation is postponed due to the Omicron surge.

• Recommended draft Greg Cuoio Park & Greenways Master Plan to City Council (carried)
• Approved beverage contract switching from PepsiCo to Coca-Cola (carried)
• Recommended purchase of Long Lake Park adjacent property (carried)
• Approved motion to mirror City Council hybrid meeting standards (carried)
• Approved December 1, 2021 minutes (carried)
• Moved agenda item 9a before item 7 (carried)

Planning Commission

The Lacey Planning Commission approved its agenda and December 7, 2021 minutes, elected Dave Wasson as chair and Gail Madden as vice-chair, and discussed the Stormwater Design Manual update. It also decided that when hybrid meetings begin, the start time will change from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. and that action minutes with a YouTube link will be the preferred format. No public comments or member reports were given.

• Approved agenda and December 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Dave Wasson as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Gail Madden as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Decided hybrid meetings will start at 6 p.m. when they begin
• Decided action minutes with YouTube link will be preferred format

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee approved its agenda and received two informational updates. Staff reported that the Water Department's two utility locators responded to 6,719 locate requests in 2021. Staff also outlined the timeline for updating the Stormwater Design Manual, including a virtual open house in April 2022, a Planning Commission public hearing on May 3, and Council adoption consideration on May 19. No substantive decisions were made beyond the agenda approval.

• Approved Utilities Committee agenda (motion by Miller, seconded by Steadman, carried)