Stanwood public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the 2023-2024 Biennial Budget via Ordinance 1509. The body will also consider updates to the Financial Management Policy and a supplemental contract for the Public Defender.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2023-2024 Biennial Budget (Ordinance 1509)
• Resolution 2022-19: Financial Management Policy Update
• Supplemental No. 3 to the Public Defender Contract
• Police Compstat Report for November
• Parks and Trails Advisory Committee recommendation for a Critical Areas Review of Church Creek Park

The City Council approved a two-year budget with a total appropriation of $74,216,418. The council also updated the city's financial management policy and extended a contract for indigent defense services.

• Adopted Ordinance 1509 for the 2023-2024 Biennial Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-19 to update Financial Management Policy (5-1)
• Authorized $7,700 change order for Sebranke Property Cleanup Project (Unanimous)
• Approved two-year extension of Snohomish Public Defender Association contract through Dec 31, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Authorized $7,500 over two years to support Mayors and Business Leaders for Public Safety Coalition (Unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and payroll checks via consent agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes via consent agenda (Unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing a staff recommendation to support the Cities of Snohomish Public Safety Coalition. The body is also receiving general updates from the police and fire departments, including the November 2022 Compstat report.

• Proposed one-time payment of $3,750 to the Cities of Snohomish Public Safety Coalition
• Review of November 2022 Police Compstat Report
• 2022 Third Quarter report for North County Regional Fire Authority
• Discussion of legislative efforts regarding the Blake decision and criminal justice policies

Public Works and Parks Committee

The committee is reviewing a site lease agreement with Dish Wireless LLC for a 5G facility on a city water tank. The body is also considering several street vacation requests and a utility easement for Inland Steel.

• Dish Wireless LLC lease: $2,500 per month with 3% annual rent inflator for site at 7620 278TH PL NW
• Country Store street vacation to eliminate unused right-of-way in front parking lot
• Arts Center street vacation/property exchange to facilitate proposed arts building
• Cedarside Commons street vacation of 268th Street NW for a 516-unit residential development
• Inland Steel request for a 3-foot wide utility easement for PUD power conduit

The Committee expressed support for several street vacations and a utility easement request. It agreed to forward a Dish Wireless lease agreement to the City Council pending additional information on aesthetics and site security.

• Agreed to forward Dish Wireless lease agreement to City Council pending photos of similar facilities, color simulations, and monopole comparisons
• Recommended Country Store street vacation proceed to Council after staff finalizes application materials
• Supported Camano Street (Arts Center) street vacation pending alignment check with Twin City Mile / Brick Road project
• Supported Cedarside Commons street vacation and requested traffic analysis and commercial construction requirements
• Supported Inland Steel utility easement provided developer minimizes disruptions and repairs trench work

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2023 Property Tax Levy and the preliminary 2023-2024 Biennial Budget. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan Update.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Ordinance 1508 (2023 Property Tax Levy)
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1509 (2023-2024 Biennial Budget)
• Second reading and adoption of Resolution 2022-16 (2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan Update)
• Approval of Digital Travel Photography Project submittals
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-18 to ratify Mayor’s November 14, 2022 Emergency Proclamation

The City Council approved the meeting agenda, vouchers, and payroll checks. The council also approved the minutes from the November 10 regular meeting and the November 3 special workshop.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers and payroll checks
• Approved City Council Regular Meeting Minutes from November 10, 2022
• Approved City Council Special Workshop Minutes from November 3, 2022

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing a 2023-2024 capital budget proposal and updates to park rules. The meeting includes a property use request for Ovenell Farm and status updates for several city parks and trails.

• Proposed 2023-2024 Capital Budget totaling $5,128,000
• Port Susan Trail Version 2 construction and design: $1,938,000
• Hamilton Landing Park & Boat Launch construction: $1,000,000
• Heritage Park Version 2 upgrades including dog park and pickleball: $800,000
• Review of Chapter 9.40 Park Regulations regarding prohibited activities and violations

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing five recommended updates to the Consolidated Financial Management Policy. These changes aim to establish new reserve requirements, delegate procurement authority, and update contract change order limits.

• Proposal to require Street Operating Fund balance equal to two months (16.67%) of operating budget
• Proposal to delegate sole source procurement approval authority to the mayor or City Administrator
• Proposed expansion of Public Works Director's change order authority to 5% or $25,000
• Proposed expansion of Mayor or City Administrator's change order authority to 10% or $100,000
• Codification of the August 11, 2022, Electronic Funds Transfer Policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss updates to Municipal Code Titles 1, 2, and 4. The body will also review the draft Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Municipal Code Update – Titles 1, 2, and 4
• Comprehensive Plan Update – Draft Economic Development Element

The Commission expressed support for a University of Washington storefront improvement program and proposed updates to Municipal Code Titles 1, 2, and 4. Commissioners also reviewed the draft Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan for further review in January.

• Approved July 11, 2022 and September 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Supported moving the Storefront Improvement Program forward to Council
• Unanimously supported adding updated Titles 1, 2, and 4 to the Stanwood Municipal Code
• Tabled further action on Draft Economic Development Element until January meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss revenue sources and a multi-year capital improvement plan. The body is also deciding on several agreements, including a lease with Mammoth Burger and design services for the Twin City Mile project.

• First reading of Resolution 2022-16 for the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan Update
• Lease agreement with Mammoth Burger
• Task order with Perteet, Inc. for Twin City Mile Phase I Design and Permitting Services
• Interlocal Agreement to release potential interest in the Rucker Building to Snohomish County
• Supplemental No. 1 to On-Call Professional Services Agreement with Quality Controls Corporation

The City Council authorized several contracts for infrastructure and property cleanup, including a major design agreement for the Twin City Mile project. The council also approved a parking stall lease for Mammoth Burger and relinquished interest in the Rucker Building to Snohomish County.

• Approved $799,518 task order with Perteet, Inc. for Twin City Mile Phase 1 Design and Permitting (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,765 change order for Sebranke Property Cleanup Project with Wyser Construction Corporation (6-0)
• Approved relinquishment of ownership and financial interest in 3020 Rucker Avenue to Snohomish County (Unanimous)
• Approved lease of one parking stall to Mammoth Burger Company pending legal review (Unanimous)
• Approved Supplemental No. 1 with Quality Controls Corporation for wastewater and water SCADA support (Unanimous)
• Approved vouchers, payroll checks, and October 27 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is discussing police municipal codes for drug paraphernalia and reviewing reports from the police and fire departments. The body is also reviewing an interlocal agreement to release the city's interest in the Rucker Building to Snohomish County.

• Review of Drug Paraphernalia Municipal Codes for Stanwood, Marysville, and Snohomish County
• October 2022 Compstat Report for Stanwood Police
• North County Regional Fire Authority 2022 Third Quarter report
• Agreement to relinquish real property interest in the Rucker Building located at 3020 Rucker Avenue, Everett

The committee reviewed the transfer of the City's ownership stake in the Rucker Building to Snohomish County via quit claim deed. Members discussed potential future police station needs and the necessity of updating the municipal code regarding drug paraphernalia. No formal votes were recorded.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special workshop meeting. The sole item on the agenda is a discussion regarding the 2023-2024 Budget.

• 2023-2024 Budget

The City Council held a special workshop to discuss the preliminary 2023-2024 Budget and the draft 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Discussions focused on cost increases for parks, facilities, the floodwall project, and streets. No formal votes were taken during this workshop meeting.

• Discussed preliminary 2023-2024 Budget and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
• Proposed mid-year report on the first full year of the Parks Team
• Discussed potential future move of Parks Division to level 2.0

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee is meeting to review the 3rd Quarter 2022 Financial Report, which shows general fund expenditures at 64.2% of the budget. The body will also discuss the City Attorney contract, risk management updates, and leak adjustments.

• Q3 2022 Financial Report showing $4,818,640 in general fund expenditures
• City Attorney Contract
• Risk Management Annual Update
• Leak Adjustment discussion
• Contracts executed by Mayor including MacKenzie ($311,295.54 and $341,095.54) and Coating Applicators LLP ($34,877.72)

The committee reviewed the Q3 Finance Report and the proposed city attorney contract. No changes were recommended for risk management insurance, and a request for leak adjustment policy analysis was rescinded.

• Discussed Q3 Finance Report
• Reviewed staff recommendation for four-year city attorney contract with Thompson Guildner
• Recommended no changes to risk management insurance renewal rates
• Rescinded request for staff analysis of city leak adjustment policy

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt Ordinance 1507 regarding interim mini-storage development regulations. The body will also review the third quarter 2022 financial report and consider several municipal contracts.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 1507 for Interim Mini-Storage Development Regulations
• Contract for General Municipal Attorney Services with Thompson, Guildner and Associates
• Contract with TranTech Engineering for Irvine Slough Bridge Load Rating
• Contract with Judha of Lion Landscaping Services for Heritage Park and Church Creek Park Pickleball Courts
• Resolution 2022-17 to rescind the 2020 Covid-19 State of Emergency

The City Council approved an emergency ordinance to limit mini-storage development to meet employment growth targets. The council also authorized several infrastructure contracts and approved the final plat for a 91-lot subdivision.

• Approved Ordinance 1507 Mini-Warehouse/Storage Facility Emergency Ordinance (Unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Chandlers Reserve 91-lot subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved $197,368.47 contract with Judha of Lion Landscaping for pickleball courts (Unanimous)
• Approved $88,788.00 contract with Maul Foster and Alongi for Johnson Farm Environmental Study (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Trantech Engineering for Irvine Slough Bridge load rating, not to exceed $4,748.00 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-17 rescinding the 2020 Covid-19 State of Emergency (Unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Thompson, Guildner & Associates for municipal attorney services (Unanimous)
• Approved final acceptance of the 273 PI Pedestrian Path project (Unanimous)

Economic Development Board

The Board is discussing a policy gap analysis for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update to ensure alignment with regional and county planning policies. The meeting also covers business license analytics and a grant application for Glass Quest.

• Comprehensive Plan Update: Economic Development and Land Use Policy Gap Analysis
• Special Event Tourism Grant Application: Glass Quest
• Business License Analytics
• Discover Stanwood Camano Analytics
• EDB Rules of Procedure

The Economic Development Board unanimously approved a $2,000 tourism grant for the Great Northwest Glass Quest event, which draws over 4,000 participants. The board also received a presentation on gaps in the city's comprehensive plan related to economic development and land use policies, and discussed a proposed moratorium on new mini-storage businesses to preserve land for job-creating industrial uses. No final decisions were made on the policy gaps or moratorium.

• Approved $2,000 tourism grant for Great Northwest Glass Quest (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing bids for pickleball court installation at Heritage Park and Church Creek Park. Members are also receiving status updates on several city park and trail projects, including the Stanwood Port Susan Trail.

• Pickleball court bids: low bidder is $197,368.47 for asphalt; cement options range from $258,500 to $405,000
• Stanwood Port Susan Trail: 60% design complete, moving to 90% design
• Church Creek Park: Playground bench installed
• Heritage Park: Discussion of soccer field conditions and irrigation
• Hamilton: Hearing Examiner scheduled for October 27, 2022

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee voted unanimously to construct all sports courts in asphalt rather than concrete, using surplus funds from other projects to cover a $44,486 budget shortfall. The committee also approved a motion recommending the City Council fund a Critical Areas Review of Church Creek Park before further tree clearing or trail improvements, and tabled a decision on how to spend the remaining $19,500 surplus.

• Approved all sports courts in asphalt (unanimous)
• Approved motion recommending City Council fund a Critical Areas Review of Church Creek Park before further tree clearing or trail improvements (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on spending $19,500 surplus
• Approved September 19, 2022, meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review a 2023 Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between the City of Stanwood and the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) for law enforcement services. The meeting also includes general updates from the police and fire chiefs.

• 2023 ILA between SCSO & the City of Stanwood for Law Enforcement Services
• General Police update from Chief Jason Toner
• General Fire update from Chief John Cermak

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2023-2024 Budget.

• 2023-2024 Budget

The City Council held a special workshop to review the preliminary 2023-2024 biennial budget and capital improvement plan. Finance Director David Hammond presented options to address a $10.8 million funding gap, including raising revenue or removing projects. No votes were taken; the discussion was informational only.

• No decisions made; workshop was informational only
• Council scheduled a follow-up special workshop for November 3, 2022

City Council

The City Council is meeting to authorize several project completions and sign new service contracts. The body will also review recommendations for the Twin City Mile downtown revitalization and a proposed Storefront Improvement Program.

• Final acceptance of Church Creek Lift Station Gravity Bypass by Faber Construction
• Final acceptance of Church Creek Park tree removal by Monarch Tree Service
• Final acceptance of Hamilton Smokestack painting by Coating Applicators
• Authorization for Mayor to sign Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office contract
• Agreements with Strategies 360 and Pace Engineering for grant writing and government relations

The City Council unanimously approved a one-year extension of the interlocal agreement with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement services, with a $173,856 cost increase for 2023. The council also reappointed five members to the Economic Development Board, accepted final completion of three public works projects, and authorized contracts for grant writing and government relations support.

• Approved 2023 Snohomish County Sheriff's Office contract with $173,856 increase (unanimous)
• Reappointed Les Anderson, Randy Heagle, Blake Arnold, John Russell, and Ashley Palmer to Economic Development Board through Dec. 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted final completion of Church Creek Lift Station Gravity Bypass Extension by Faber Construction (unanimous)
• Accepted final completion of Church Creek Park tree removal by Monarch Tree Service (unanimous)
• Accepted final completion of Hamilton Smokestack painting by Coating Applicators (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Strategies 360 not to exceed $60,000 for grant writing and government relations (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Pace Engineers not to exceed $30,000 for BRIC grant application (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a policy gap analysis for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, specifically regarding land use and economic development. The body will also review a new version of the updated land use zoning map.

• Comprehensive Plan Update: Economic Development and Land Use Policy Gap Analysis
• Updated land use zoning map featuring a Planned Industrial zone and a mixed use zone through downtown Stanwood

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee is reviewing a new land use zoning map and a policy gap analysis for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The body is also considering a proposal to allow performance bonds for subdivision landscaping to reduce replacement costs.

• Updated land use zoning map featuring a Planned Industrial zone and a mixed use zone in downtown Stanwood
• Comprehensive Plan gap analysis regarding economic development and land use policy
• Proposal to allow performance bonds for final plat landscape performance standards
• Review of policy gaps related to VISION 2050, including tribal coordination and climate resilience

Public Works and Parks Committee

The committee is reviewing the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for a second time. They will decide whether to recommend the plan for final adoption by the City Council or request alternatives.

• Review of 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan totaling $106,085,207
• Twin City Mile Downtown Renovation Project estimated at $25,080,000
• Port Susan Trail improvements totaling $4,243,000
• Hamilton Landing Park & Boat Launch construction of $1,000,000
• Dish Wireless LLC Lease Agreement review

The Public Works Committee reviewed a proposed lease agreement with Dish Network to install antennas on a city-owned water tank. Members raised concerns about interference with water system upgrades, relocation costs, equipment damage liability, and visual impact. The committee tabled the item until the November 7 meeting for staff to provide answers.

• Reviewed Dish Wireless LLC lease agreement for antenna installation on city water tank; no decision made
• Tabled lease agreement review to November 7, 2022, pending staff responses to committee questions
• Reviewed proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP); no formal action taken
• Directed staff to add $70,000 to Cedarhome area parkland in the 2023 CIP

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss migrating the Stanwood Municipal Code to a new web-based platform to improve mobile accessibility and ADA compliance. The body will also review police reports and approve city vouchers.

• Proposed $6,580 contract with Code Publishing for web-based platform migration
• Approval of voucher checks totaling $444,678.43
• Approval of payroll benefit checks totaling $338,529.30
• Review of August 2022 Police Compstat Report
• Presentation by Washington Cities Insurance Authority

The council unanimously approved a $47,137.81 contract with Western Mechanical and Controls to replace HVAC units at the police station and wastewater treatment plant. It also unanimously authorized a $6,580 contract with Code Publishing to upgrade the city's online municipal code to a new web-based format. A presentation from WCIA noted the city's 2023 liability insurance assessment will increase 61%, from $153,000 to $246,000.

• Approved $47,137.81 HVAC replacement contract for police station and WWTP (unanimous)
• Approved $6,580 Code Publishing contract for municipal code upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and September 8 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address the 2023-2024 Operational Budget.

• 2023-2024 Operational Budget

The City Council held a special workshop to review the preliminary 2023-2024 operational budget. Finance Director David Hammond presented significant cost increases in police services, insurance, and salaries, and noted the general fund may encounter deficits. Options discussed to increase revenue included using banked property tax capacity, a public safety sales tax, or reducing the capital improvement plan. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop to discuss the preliminary 2023-2024 operational budget.
• Finance Director David Hammond presented cost increases for police services (estimated 20% increase due to new contract), insurance ($105,000 annual increase from WCIA), and staff salaries/wages (unknown, pending union negotiations).
• Hammond noted the general fund may encounter deficits based on preliminary revenue and expenditure estimates.
• Options discussed to increase general fund revenue included: levy banked property tax capacity, levy a public safety sales tax, TBD sales tax, reduced public safety level of service, or a less ambitious Capital Improvement Plan.
• Councilmember Metz asked about the tipping point for creating a municipal police department instead of contracting; Hammond suggested a formal study in the future.
• Councilmember Pearce asked if Snohomish County might stop providing police services; Hammond noted this is happening with Transit.
• The next special workshop on the budget is scheduled for October 13, 2022.
• The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Community Development Committee are reviewing three land use alternatives to meet 2044 population and employment targets. The body is also discussing updates to the municipal code's governmental structure and a proposed emergency ordinance regarding storage facilities.

• Proposed emergency ordinance to prohibit new mini-warehouse/self-storage facilities
• Option 1: Create a Planned Industrial (PI) zone to replace Light and General Industrial zoning
• Option 2: Create a new Downtown Mixed-Use Zone along 270th and 271st Street
• Option 3: Convert four acres of Traditional Neighborhood zoning to General Commercial
• Proposed updates to Municipal Code Title 1 (General Provisions), Title 2 (Personnel), and a new Title 4 (Administration)

The joint meeting of the Community Development Committee and Planning Commission received a presentation from FCS Group on an Economic Analysis of Land Use Options to inform the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update. Three land-use alternatives were discussed: combining Light Industrial and General Industrial zones into a Planned Industrial zone, creating a new Downtown Mixed-Use zone, and establishing a new General Commercial zone for a neighborhood center. Commissioners and council members expressed support for Alternatives 1 and 2 over Alternative 3. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Discussed three land-use alternatives for 2024 Comprehensive Plan update (no vote taken)
• Commissioners and council members expressed support for Alternatives 1 and 2 over Alternative 3
• Unanimously supported proposed changes to Municipal Code Titles 1, 2, and new Title 4 (Administration)
• Majority supported a proposed ordinance prohibiting mini-warehouse/storage facilities as an allowed use in all zoning districts (no formal vote taken)

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing a proposal by Andrew Davis for a public farm and receiving status updates on several city parks and trails. The meeting includes discussions on project designs and budget completions for local recreational facilities.

• Public Farm proposal by Andrew Davis with a budget summary of $12,175
• Church Creek Park tree removal completed at a cost of $75,000
• Stanwood Port Susan Trail design is 60% complete
• Hamilton project Hearing Examiner scheduled for October 27, 2022
• Pickleball court designs completed for Church Creek and Heritage Parks

The committee heard a presentation from Andrew Davis on a proposed underground vegetable garden at Ovenell Park, but took no action. Members expressed general support but raised concerns about parking, wetlands, traffic, and city resources. The item was discussed only, with no vote or decision.

• Approved July 18, 2022 meeting minutes with potential addition of Rails to Trails update (motion by Gordy Holmes)
• No decision on Stanwood Public Farm proposal at Ovenell Park
• Discussed Church Creek Park tree removal ($75,000 completed, $140,000 estimated remaining)
• Noted pickleball court design to go out for bid by first week of October
• Discussed Heritage Park tree replacement (88 trees) and parking concerns
• Stanwood Port Susan Trail at 60% design, moving to 90%
• No update on Johnson Farm Dike Trail
• Committee attendance report reviewed; Carly to follow up with absent members

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public meeting regarding the Meadow Hawk Preliminary Planned Residential Development. The proposal seeks to subdivide 29.09 acres into 127 single-family lots. The project includes the construction of streets, sidewalks, and utility infrastructure.

• Meadow Hawk Preliminary Planned Residential Development public meeting
• Proposed 127-lot single-family development at 7615 284th Street NW
• Subdivision of 29.09 acres zoned Single Family Residential 7.0 (SR 7.0)

The Planning Commission held a public meeting to discuss the proposed Meadow Hawk Preliminary Planned Residential Development, a 127-lot single-family subdivision on 29.09 acres at 7615 284th Street NW. No vote was taken; the item was presented for public input and commissioner questions. The meeting also included updates on the Comprehensive Plan update and recent council action on a storefront improvement project.

• No decisions made; public hearing held on Meadow Hawk PRD (127 lots, 29.09 acres, SR 7.0 zone)
• Approval of July and September minutes postponed to October meeting
• Commissioners agreed to rotate attendance at Comprehensive Plan Advisory Board meetings

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee and Planning Commission are discussing updates to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code. The body is reviewing three land use alternatives to meet 2044 employment targets and proposing a new administrative code structure.

• Proposed emergency ordinance to prohibit new mini-warehouse/self-storage facilities
• Option 1: Create a Planned Industrial (PI) zone to increase job capacity
• Option 2: Create a Downtown Mixed-Use Zone along 270th and 271st Street
• Option 3: Convert 4 acres of Traditional Neighborhood zoning to General Commercial
• Proposed Municipal Code updates to Titles 1 and 2 and the creation of Title 4 (Administration)

Public Works and Parks Committee

The committee is reviewing a proposed list of capital improvements for 2023-2028 to determine if it should be recommended for final adoption by the City Council. The plan includes projects for parks, roads, sewer, stormwater, and water systems to support existing and new development.

• Twin City Mile Downtown Renovation Project: $25,080,000 total cost
• Skagit Bay Dike Repair: $6,000,000
• Heritage Park: $4,800,000 total cost
• Port Susan Trail: $4,243,000 total cost
• City Hall/Police Station Remodel: $890,000

The Public Works Committee reviewed the six-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and discussed several projects, including a pocket park on the Twin City Mile, scoreboards at Heritage Park, exterior remodels for City Hall and Police Station, and sidewalk repairs on 73rd Avenue. No formal votes were taken; the committee suggested adding $70,000 to the CIP for a new park in the Cedarhome area and directed staff to look into amending the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for sidewalk repairs.

• Reviewed CIP; no formal action taken
• Suggested adding $70,000 to CIP for Cedarhome park site search
• Directed staff to look into amending TIP for 73rd Avenue sidewalk repairs
• Discussed but no action on Heritage Park scoreboards
• Noted no CIP funds for City Hall/Police Station exterior renovations

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board is meeting to discuss a draft work plan for 2023 and review term renewals for five board members. The session will also include updates on the Storefront Improvement Program and analytics for business licenses and the Discover Stanwood Camano website.

• Draft 2023 Work Plan covering Twin City Mile, business recruitment, and special events
• Term renewals for board members Les Anderson, Randy Heagle, Blake Arnold, John Russell, and Ashley Palmer
• Storefront Improvement Program update
• Business license analytics for July and August 2022
• Discover Stanwood Camano website and social media analytics

The Economic Development Board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 15, 2022 meeting and expressed unanimous support for the proposed Storefront Improvement Program, which would provide grants of $5,000, $10,000, and $20,000 to property owners for physical improvements. The program is still in development, with details to be discussed at the November meeting and a City Council review expected in January. The board also discussed a draft 2023 work plan, reviewed business license data for July and August, and heard that three board members agreed to renew their terms.

• Approved minutes of the July 15, 2022 meeting unanimously.
• Unanimously supported the Storefront Improvement Program, with a suggested $100,000 budget for grants of $5,000, $10,000, and $20,000.
• Discussed adding a four-way stop at 102nd Avenue NW and 271st Street NW and two-hour parking enforcement to the 2023 work plan.
• Noted that three board members (Les Anderson, Randy Heagle, John Russell) agreed to renew their membership for 2023-2024.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to authorize final acceptance of three infrastructure projects and adopt a resolution designating Stanwood as a Purple Heart City. The body will also receive updates on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code update and review the July police Compstat report.

• Final acceptance of 2022 Asphalt Repair Project (Transblue)
• Final acceptance of Main Lift Station and Forcemain (Interwest Construction, Inc.)
• Final acceptance of 2022 Street Overlay and ADA (Central Paving)
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-15 – Purple Heart City
• Review of July 2022 Police Compstat Report

The council unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-15 declaring Stanwood a Purple Heart City in support of veterans. They also unanimously approved final acceptance of three infrastructure projects: the 2022 Asphalt Repair Project, the Main Lift Station and Forcemain Project, and the 2022 Street Overlay & ADA Project. The consent agenda, including vouchers and prior meeting minutes, was approved unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-15 declaring Stanwood a Purple Heart City (unanimous)
• Authorized final acceptance of 2022 Asphalt Repair Project by Transblue (unanimous)
• Authorized final acceptance of Main Lift Station and Forcemain Project by Interwest Construction (unanimous)
• Authorized final acceptance of 2022 Street Overlay & ADA Project by Central Paving (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will receive a general police update and discuss changes to contracted School Resource Officer services. The body will also review the 2022 Second Quarter Report for the North County Regional Fire Authority.

• Discussion of the School Resource Officer services contract renewal
• Review of the North County Regional Fire Authority 2022 Second Quarter Report
• Report of 2,442 total dispatched calls in Q2 (April-June 2022)
• Report of 1,214 total transports in Q2

The Public Safety Committee met to receive updates from the Stanwood Police Chief and the North County Regional Fire Authority Chief. No formal votes or decisions were taken; all items were discussed only.

• Discussed September CompStat report and current police staffing and vacancies
• Discussed uptick in catalytic converter thefts
• Discussed increased traffic infractions post-pandemic
• Discussed Stanwood HS School Resource Officer no longer contracted with City of Stanwood
• Discussed online threats towards area schools
• Discussed traffic speed studies
• Discussed North County Regional Fire Authority 2022 second quarter report
• Discussed upcoming 9/11 ceremony and fire department promotional process

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)

The City Council held a special workshop to begin updating the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), reviewing project lists and discussing priorities. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and staff direction. Council consensus included deferring Ovenell Park development beyond the current biennium and removing the high school location from the civic campus option.

• Deferred Ovenell Park development beyond current biennium (consensus)
• Removed high school location from civic campus options (consensus)
• Requested CIP include funding for Uptown Park acquisition
• Discussed in-lieu fee option for developer neighborhood parks
• Reviewed ARPA project designations for council decision

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation on designating Stanwood as a Purple Heart City to honor injured or killed service members. The body is also deciding on several public works contracts and a revenue bond ordinance.

• Presentation on becoming a Purple Heart City
• Small Public Works Contract with Konnerup Construction, Inc. for the 273rd Sidewalk Project
• Supplemental Agreement with Perteet, Inc. for Viking Way Phase 2 Cultural Resources Assessment and Noise Analysis
• Adoption of Ordinance 1506 Revenue Bond, IS4 Projects
• Approval of vouchers and payroll checks totaling $1,337,288.72

The council unanimously authorized a $113,775 contract with Konnerup Construction for the 273rd Sidewalk Project and approved a $3.48 million revenue bond for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. They also authorized a $15,865 supplemental agreement with Perteet for cultural and noise studies on Viking Way Phase II, and a Snohomish County agreement for low-income utility assistance. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved $113,775 contract with Konnerup Construction for 273rd Sidewalk Project (unanimous)
• Authorized $15,865 supplemental agreement with Perteet for Viking Way Phase II studies (unanimous)
• Approved Snohomish County Human Services contractor agreement for utility assistance (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1506 for $3.48M revenue bond for water, sewer, stormwater projects (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, minutes, Resolution 2022-14, and security system contracts (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a declaration of surplus property and an amendment to the Von Moos Development Agreement. The body will also discuss the Storefront Improvement Program and recommendations from the Twin City Mile Steering Committee.

• Public hearing: Resolution 2022-11 Declaration of Surplus Property
• Public hearing: Resolution 2022-13 Von Moos Development Agreement Amendment
• Resolution 2022-12: Approve Mayor Medical Benefit Change
• Discussion: Storefront Improvement Program
• Discussion: Twin City Mile Steering Committee Recommendation

The Stanwood City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2022-11 declaring surplus property and authorizing its disposal, and Resolution 2022-13 amending the Von Moos Development Agreement to allow temporary structures on three lots. The council also accepted the Twin City Mile Steering Committee recommendations and directed staff to bring forward a design scope of work, and supported the Storefront Improvement Program with a request for an implementation plan.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-11 declaring surplus property (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-13 amending Von Moos Development Agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted Twin City Mile recommendations, directed staff to bring design scope (unanimous)
• Supported Storefront Improvement Program, requested implementation plan (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and July 14 minutes (unanimous)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will review the second quarter 2022 financial report, which indicates that tax collections and operating expenditures are currently on target. The body will also discuss the Electronic Funds Transfer Policy and monthly utility billing.

• Q2 2022 Financial Report showing General Fund expenditures at $3,257,126 (43.4% of budget)
• Electronic Funds Transfer Policy
• Monthly Utility Billing discussion
• Review of Q1 and Q2 2022 contracts, including $99,000 for Pace Engineers, Inc. and $53,582.10 for Confluence Environmental
• Report on utility rate increases effective January 1, 2022: Sewer (6.5%), Drainage (9.2%), and Water (3%)

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee is discussing a draft list of projects for the 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes updates on the Port Susan Trail design and various park facility statuses.

• Heritage Park proposed projects including a $1,500,000 new baseball field and $1,000,000 concession stands/restrooms
• Church Creek Park proposed projects including $1,000,000 for parking development and $650,000 for loop trails
• Ovenell Park proposed entry, parking, and lighting for $225,000
• Port Susan Trail design status update
• Heritage Park proposed $350,000 pump track and $175,000 skate park expansion

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee reviewed and reprioritized the draft 2023 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list, agreeing to move the pump track, dugouts, skate park upgrade, and soccer field improvements higher, while moving the new baseball field and concessions down. They also removed the 'Develop adjacent property as parking' project from the list. The June 20, 2022 minutes were approved with amendments.

• Approved June 20, 2022 minutes with amendments (all in favor)
• Reprioritized 2023 CIP list: moved pump track, dugouts, skate park upgrade, soccer fields up; moved new baseball field and concessions down (all agreed)
• Removed 'Develop adjacent property as parking' from CIP list (committee agreed)
• Directed staff to itemize CIP list by priority level, not cost
• Discussed but did not decide on paying $200/hour for BNSF consultant

Economic Development Board

The Board will discuss recommendations for the Twin City Mile downtown revitalization project, which focuses on the 271st and 270th Street corridors. The meeting also includes reviews of storefront improvements, farmers market outreach, and business license and web analytics.

• Twin City Mile recommendations including wider sidewalks, bookend parks, and potential one-way street on 271st
• Proposed Storefront Improvement Program
• Farmers Market Outreach
• Business License Analytics
• Discover Stanwood Camano Analytics

The Economic Development Board unanimously approved moving the Twin City Mile Recommendation and the Proposed Storefront Improvement Program forward to the City Council. The board also reviewed housing preference data from a Farmers Market outreach event and business license analytics for June.

• Approved Twin City Mile Recommendation to move forward to Council (unanimous)
• Approved Proposed Storefront Improvement Program to move forward to Council (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a ballot proposition for a transportation levy renewal and consider a proposal to increase pay for the mayor and councilmembers. The meeting also includes a presentation on a wastewater treatment award and an executive session regarding network vulnerability.

• Resolution 2022-10: Authorizing a ballot proposition for the Transportation Benefit District Levy Renewal
• Salary Commission proposal: Increase mayor's pay to $2,100/month and councilmembers' pay to $535/month
• Executive Session: Discussion of SCADA Network Vulnerability Assessment
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Outstanding Performance Award presentation
• Approval of vouchers and payroll checks

The Stanwood City Council voted unanimously to place a renewal of the 0.2% sales and use tax for transportation improvements on the November 8, 2022 ballot. The council also approved a motion to direct staff to prepare a resolution allowing the mayor to receive health insurance coverage at the same rate as exempt employees, including spousal coverage and the opt-out incentive. A prior motion without spousal coverage failed.

• Approved Resolution 2022-10 for TBD levy renewal ballot measure (unanimous)
• Approved motion to prepare resolution for mayor's health insurance with spousal coverage and opt-out incentive (5-2)
• Denied motion to prepare resolution for mayor's health insurance without spousal coverage (3-4)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and June 14 minutes (unanimous)

Public Works and Parks Committee

The Public Works and Parks Committee is reviewing a proposal to renew a 0.2% sales and use tax for 10 years to fund transportation capital improvements. The committee is also discussing the Twin City Mile Project.

• Proposed Resolution 2022-10 to place a 0.2% sales tax renewal on the November 8, 2022 ballot
• Discussion of the Twin City Mile Project
• Review of 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Plan projects totaling $1,509,563
• Review of 2022 budget projects in process totaling $1,014,600
• Discussion of alternative revenue options, including a proposed $20 vehicle license fee

The Public Works Committee unanimously supported moving the Twin City Mile Steering Committee recommendation forward to the City Council for the July 28, 2022 meeting, including wider sidewalks and downtown improvements. The committee also discussed the Transportation Benefit District Sales Tax Levy Renewal, with questions about county levy authority, committee member selection, and the tax's scope, but took no formal action on it.

• Unanimously supported Twin City Mile recommendation to Council (3-0)
• Discussed Transportation Benefit District Levy Renewal, no action taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing the Twin City Mile downtown revitalization project and a proposed Storefront Improvement Program. The body is also reviewing a revised schedule and layout for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and analyzing community survey responses regarding city growth.

• Twin City Mile project focusing on 271st and 270th Street infrastructure
• Proposed Storefront Improvement Program providing small grants to property owners
• Revised Comprehensive Plan review schedule running through November 2023
• City award of a $200,000.00 Commerce Cleanup Grant for the downtown park
• Council approval of the Kottsick Annexation on June 9

The Stanwood Planning Commission voted to recommend the Twin City Mile downtown revitalization project and a proposed Storefront Improvement Program to the City Council. The commission also reviewed housing preference data from a farmers market outreach event and noted the council's approval of the Kottsick Annexation. No formal votes were taken on the recommendations, but the commission expressed unanimous support for both items.

• Supported moving Twin City Mile Recommendation to City Council
• Unanimously supported Proposed Storefront Improvement Program to Council
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2022 meeting
• Noted Council approved Kottsick Annexation on June 9

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee is discussing the Twin City Mile project to improve downtown infrastructure and a proposed grant program for storefront improvements. The body is also reviewing potential zoning consolidations and land use changes for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Twin City Mile project recommendations for 271st and 270th Street
• Proposed Storefront Improvement Program providing small grants to property owners
• Proposed consolidation of commercial and industrial zoning districts
• Discussion of 'Missing Middle' housing in residential zones
• Review of Farmers Market outreach data regarding housing and traffic

The Community Development Committee unanimously supported moving the Twin City Mile recommendation and the proposed Storefront Improvement Program forward to the City Council. The committee also discussed potential zoning changes for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and reviewed results from a Farmers Market housing outreach event.

• Unanimously supported Twin City Mile recommendation to Council (3-0)
• Unanimously supported Storefront Improvement Program to Council (3-0)
• Discussed zoning changes for 2024 Comprehensive Plan (no formal action)
• Reviewed Farmers Market housing outreach results (no formal action)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review a general police update and the renewal of the Interlocal Agreement for police services. Discussions include risk management fees, contract negotiations, and body-worn cameras.

• Renewal of Interlocal Agreement for Police services with rate changes for 2023 and 2024-2027
• Snohomish County Ordinance 20.86: Risk Management Fees
• Deputy Sheriff’s Association contract negotiations
• Body worn cameras

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Resolution 2022-08 for the 2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes employee recognition awards and reports from city committees.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution 2022-08 (Six-Year TIP 2023-2028)
• Presentation of 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
• Approval of vouchers and payroll checks
• Police Compstat Report for May 2022
• Discussion of Transportation Benefit District Levy Renewal for Nov. 8, 2022 ballot

The Stanwood City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-08, approving the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for 2023-2028. The council also approved the consent agenda, including vouchers and meeting minutes, and recognized two employees with excellence awards. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-08, Six-Year TIP 2023-2028 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: vouchers, payroll checks, and June 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss disc golf at Church Creek Park and receive updates on the Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study implementation. Members will also review status reports for several city park and trail projects.

• Church Creek Park disc golf discussion
• Hamilton Park SEPA appeal deadline (June 16)
• Church Creek Park sewer project closure through July 15
• Heritage Park pickleball court resizing to 38X62
• Port Susan Trail easement discussions with Twin City Foods

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee discussed the Church Creek Park disc golf course with the Stanwood Disc Golf Club, focusing on trail conditions, tree root damage, and future walking trail conflicts. No formal decisions were made; next steps include waiting for tree removal and having the club provide hand-drawn path lines. The committee also approved the May 2022 minutes and received updates on park projects.

• Approved May 2022 meeting minutes unanimously
• Discussed Church Creek disc golf course issues; no formal action taken
• Requested Disc Golf Club provide hand-drawn path lines for future map
• Suggested forming subcommittee for signage recommendations
• Noted Hamilton project moving forward with parking lot, boat launch, restrooms
• Church Creek tree removal to go out for bid, low bid contractor
• Port Susan Trail at 30% design, 100% by November 1

Economic Development Board

The board is discussing the 2024 Community Transit Network plan and reviewing initial public survey results for the city's Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Municipal Code Update. The meeting also includes reviews of business license and tourism analytics.

• Community Transit 2024 Network presentation featuring 35 total routes
• Comprehensive Plan Community Survey initial results
• Twin City Mile Survey results
• Business License Analytics for March (41 new applications)
• Discover Stanwood Camano Analytics for March (1,170 users)

The Economic Development Board unanimously approved the April 15, 2022 meeting minutes. The board heard a presentation from Community Transit on its 2024 service redevelopment plan, including new routes and expanded service hours. The board also reviewed results from the Twin City Mile public survey (277 responses) and approved next steps for the project, which include presenting 10% design plans to City Council and preparing a 2023/2024 budget. No formal votes were taken on policy items; the meeting was informational and advisory.

• Approved April 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved next steps for Twin City Mile project: present 10% design plans to City Council and prepare 2023/2024 budget

Salary Commission

The Salary Commission is meeting to review compensation for the Mayor and City Council and set salaries for 2023. The body will review pay comparisons from other Western Washington cities and elect a chairperson.

• Election of Salary Commission Chairperson
• Review of Mayor and Council compensation compared to peer cities
• Determination of Mayor and City Council salaries for 2023
• Discussion of recommendation to bring mayor's pay closer to Western Washington averages

The Salary Commission met on June 15, 2022, and unanimously voted to increase the mayor's monthly compensation from $1,600 to $2,100 and councilmembers' from $475 to $535, effective January 1, 2023. The decision was based on a review of comparable cities and the responsibilities of the positions.

• Approved mayor's salary increase to $2,100 per month (unanimous)
• Approved councilmember salary increase to $535 per month (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the layout and revised schedule for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review community survey responses and preliminary land use designations and zoning.

• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Layout Discussion & Revised Schedule
• Preliminary Land Use Designation and Zoning Discussion
• Final Housing Needs Assessment
• Update on Kottsick Annexation
• Commerce Cleanup Grant for Downtown Park

The Stanwood Planning Commission approved a revised schedule for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, bundling chapters to fit budget and workflow, and approved the new landscape-oriented, color-coded layout. They also discussed community survey responses and preliminary land use and zoning ideas, but no formal votes were taken on those items.

• Approved revised Comprehensive Plan review schedule (unanimous)
• Approved new Comprehensive Plan layout with color-coded elements (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on the final reading of the Kottsick Annexation and a second reading of the 2021-2022 Budget Amendment Three. The body will also consider a grant for the Sebranke Property Cleanup.

• Third Reading of Ordinance 1504: Kottsick Annexation
• Second Reading of Ordinance 1505: 2021-2022 Budget Amendment Three
• Department of Commerce Grant for Sebranke Property Cleanup
• Voucher checks and electronic funds transfers totaling $159,190.19
• Electronic payroll and benefit funds transfers totaling $49,500.00

The Stanwood City Council approved the third reading of Ordinance 1504, accepting the Kottsick Annexation into the city, despite concerns about traffic, school crowding, and infrastructure. The council also adopted Ordinance 1505, amending the 2021-2022 budget to allocate $130,000 for two new Public Works trucks, and authorized the mayor to sign a $200,000 Department of Commerce grant and a $95,760 contract with Maul Foster and Alongi for cleanup of the Sebranke property.

• Approved Ordinance 1504 (Kottsick Annexation) (5-1, Shepro no)
• Adopted Ordinance 1505 (2021-2022 Budget Amendment Three) unanimously
• Approved consent agenda (vouchers, payroll, May 26 minutes) unanimously
• Authorized mayor to sign $200,000 Department of Commerce grant for Sebranke cleanup unanimously
• Authorized mayor to sign $95,760 contract with Maul Foster and Alongi for cleanup management unanimously

Public Works and Parks Committee

The Public Works Committee is discussing a citizen request to install audible push button crosswalks to assist residents with limited sight. The committee is considering whether to move a cost estimate for the project to the June 23, 2022, council meeting.

• Proposed installation of 8 audible push button crosswalks at 265th St NW and 72nd St NW
• Estimated material cost of $6,709.00 and labor cost of $457.00 (Total: $7,166.00)

The committee agreed to install audible push button crosswalks at 265th St NW and 72nd St NW, directing staff to have Snohomish County Public Works install them. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of project updates from the Public Works Director.

• Directed staff to have Snohomish County install audible crosswalks at 265th & 72nd (unanimous)

Community Development Committee

The committee is reviewing the final plat for Chandlers Reserve and a requested amendment to the Von Moos Development Agreement. Members will also discuss initial results from a public survey and the layout of the new Comprehensive Plan.

• Chandlers Reserve Final Plat for 91 residential dwelling units/lots
• Von Moos Development Agreement amendment to allow temporary and accessory structures on Lots 79, 80, and 81
• Comprehensive Plan Community Survey initial results
• Comprehensive Plan layout proposal by Blueline Group

The Community Development Committee voted to support bringing the Chandlers Reserve final plat (91 residential units) and the Von Moos Development Agreement amendment (to allow temporary and accessory structures) to City Council. The committee also reviewed public survey results for the Comprehensive Plan update and endorsed a new landscape-oriented layout for the plan. No final approvals were made; these are recommendations to City Council.

• Supported bringing Chandlers Reserve final plat to City Council (unanimous)
• Supported bringing Von Moos Development Agreement amendment to City Council (unanimous)
• Endorsed new Comprehensive Plan layout with landscape mode and color-coded elements (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a budget amendment and a salary schedule update for non-represented employees. The body is also reviewing a six-year transportation plan and authorizing contracts for drainage and asphalt projects.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1504 regarding Kottsick Annexation
• First reading of Ordinance 1505 for 2021-2022 Budget Amendment Three
• Contract with Taylor Excavators for SR532 Drainage Berm Project
• Contract with Transblue for Asphalt Repair Project
• Resolution 2022-09 to update the Non-Represented Employee Salary Schedule

The Stanwood City Council unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance 1504 for the Kottsick annexation, scheduling the final reading for June 9, 2022. The council also approved several contracts and appointments, including a $1.32 million drainage berm contract and a $60,747 asphalt repair contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 1504 (Kottsick Annexation) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Ashley Palmer to Economic Development Board (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1505 (Budget Amendment Three) (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to sign $1,324,317.06 contract with Taylor's Excavators for SR-532 Drainage Berm Project (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to sign $60,747.12 contract with TransBlue for Asphalt Repair Project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-09 updating Non-Represented Employee Salary Schedule (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The Stanwood Parks and Trails Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the implementation of the new Parks Team, Church Creek Park projects, and updates on various parks and trails. They will also review the April 2022 meeting minutes and hear citizen comments.

• Parks Team officially began operations on May 2, 2022, with new email and phone contact
• Church Creek Park sewer project to begin around Memorial Day, park closed during construction
• Port Susan Trail contract approved for 100% design, plans due November 1
• Heritage Park planting plan: 88 new trees to replace poplars removed by Snohomish PUD
• Hamilton project: combined permitting, SEPA MDNS to be noticed next week

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee unanimously approved a motion to invite the disc golf group to the next meeting to address concerns about trail conditions and forest management at Church Creek Park. The committee also approved the April 2022 minutes as presented. Updates were given on the Parks Department reorganization, the BERK consulting tool, and the Heritage Park planting plan.

• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved motion to invite disc golf group to next PTAC meeting (all in favor)

City Council

The Stanwood City Council is holding a special meeting to receive updates on Community Transit's 2024 network plan and Drainage & Diking District No. 7 projects, and to discuss and affirm budget priorities for the 2023-24 biennium. The budget discussion will use results from a February 2022 resident survey, which ranked Build Safe Streets and Water and Sewer Systems as top priorities.

• Community Transit update on 2024 network plan, including Swift Orange Line and Gold Line
• Dike between SR 532 and Big Ditch project update
• 2023-24 budget priorities discussion based on 2022 resident survey
• Survey: 60.1% ranked Build Safe Streets among top three priorities
• Survey: 53.6% ranked Water and Sewer Systems among top three priorities

This was a special workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. The council heard presentations on Community Transit's Swift Orange Line and future Route 905 service to Stanwood, discussed options for funding the Diking & Drainage District No. 7 dike rebuild (including donating 4.5 acres of Johnson farm), and reviewed survey results ranking 2023-24 budget priorities. No action was taken.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this workshop meeting
• Heard Community Transit update on Swift Orange Line and Route 905 plans
• Discussed potential donation of 4.5 acres of Johnson farm for dike mitigation
• Reviewed 2023-24 budget priority survey results (Building Safe Streets top at 27%)

City Council

The Stanwood City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 1504 to annex approximately 30 acres owned by Maryln Kottsick, located at 7615-284th St. NW and 28801-80th Ave NW, into city limits. The council will also discuss whether the mayor should become a full-time position. Other items include confirming a parks advisory committee member, authorizing a farmers market lease, and adopting a solid waste plan.

• First reading of Ordinance 1504 for the Kottsick Annexation (approx. 30 acres)
• Discussion on making the mayor a full-time position
• Confirm appointment of Judy Williams to Parks and Trails Advisory Committee
• Authorize Mayor to sign Port Susan Farmers Market lease agreement
• Adopt Resolution 2022-07 for Snohomish County Solid Waste Comprehensive Plan

The Stanwood City Council held a first reading of Ordinance 1504 to annex approximately 30 acres owned by Kottsick, moving it to a second reading. The council also unanimously referred the question of increasing the mayor's salary to the 2022 Salary Commission, with a recommendation to bring compensation closer to comparable Western Washington cities. Additionally, the council approved a five-year lease with the Port Susan Farmers Market, adopted Resolution 2022-07 for the county solid waste plan, and appointed Judy Williams to the Parks and Trails Advisory Committee.

• Advanced Ordinance 1504 (Kottsick annexation) to second reading (unanimous)
• Referred mayor salary increase to 2022 Salary Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to sign Port Susan Farmers Market lease (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-07 on solid waste plan (unanimous)
• Appointed Judy Williams to Parks and Trails Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and April minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Stanwood Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on the Summerset Division II Preliminary PRD Plat, a proposed 22-lot single-family residential development on 7.25 acres at 27915 80th Avenue NW. They will also hear presentations on housing affordability from the Alliance for Housing Affordability and a draft Housing Needs Assessment from Blueline, which will inform the city's Housing Action Plan and Comprehensive Plan update.

• Public meeting for Summerset Division II Preliminary PRD Plat (Permit 220019): 22-lot single-family development on 7.25 acres at 27915 80th Avenue NW, zoned SR 9.6
• Presentation by Chris Collier, Alliance for Housing Affordability, on housing availability and affordability in Snohomish County and Stanwood
• Presentation of draft Housing Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis by Blueline, funded by WA State Department of Commerce grant (E2SHB 1923)
• Approval of April 11, 2022 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission held a public meeting for the Summerset Division II Preliminary PRD, a proposed 22-lot single-family development, but took no formal action. The meeting included public comments and developer responses. The commission also received presentations on housing affordability and a draft Housing Needs Assessment, with no decisions made.

• No formal decisions made; public meeting held for Summerset Division II PRD
• Minutes from April 11, 2022, deferred to June 13, 2022, for approval

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will hear a presentation from Blueline Group on the draft Housing Needs Assessment, which is part of a state-funded Housing Action Plan. The assessment gathers data on population, housing, employment, and income to inform the city's Comprehensive Plan housing element. The committee will discuss initial findings.

• Presentation by Blueline Group on the Housing Needs Assessment
• Draft Housing Needs Assessment includes data on cost-burdened households, displacement risk, and housing inventory
• Assessment is part of a Housing Action Plan funded by a Washington State Department of Commerce grant
• Findings will inform the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan

The Community Development Committee received a presentation from Blueline Group on the draft Housing Needs Assessment, part of a state-funded Housing Action Plan. The Committee expressed support for moving forward with the project but requested that Blueline add definitions for terms like transportation costs and cost burdened to the glossary, and provide more accurate and updated rental cost data. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Supported moving forward with the Housing Needs Assessment project
• Requested glossary additions for terms like transportation costs, cost burdened, and family vs. non-family household
• Requested more accurate and updated rental cost data from Blueline Group

Public Works and Parks Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing the third draft of the 2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP), including changes made after the April 4 meeting, and may approve it for City Council first review on May 12. The committee is also discussing Resolution 2022-07 to adopt the 2021 Snohomish County Comprehensive Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan. The TIP is a state-required plan listing prioritized road, sidewalk, and trail projects with funding estimates.

• Viking Way-90th Ave Phase 2 moved to priority 2; 64th and SR 532 Intersection to priority 3; Main Street-270th/271st improvements to priority 4; 284th St Improvements to priority 5; Port Susan Trail to priority 6; 101st Ave Reconstruction to priority 19
• 80th Ave Reconstruction split into two phases; Main Street project added lighting; 284th St project area changed to 80th Ave NW to 68th Ave NW
• Removed projects: sidewalks on 284th St NW north side, 90th Ave NW, 72nd Ave NW, and 72nd Ave Improvements (SR532 to 276th St NW)
• Added projects: Westside Overlay (101st, 102nd, 103rd), 292nd St NW, 286th St NW, 284th St NW, 288th St NW, Logen Rd, Access Rd, 294th St NW, 289th Pl NW, 287th Pl NW, 282nd Pl NW, 281st Pl NW, 283rd Pl NW, 282nd St NW, 280th St NW, 280th Pl NW, 279th Pl NW, Jensen Rd, 279th St NW, 281st St NW, 276th St NW, 273rd Pl NW, 272nd St NW, 270th St NW, 267th St NW, 265th St NW, 264th St NW, 263rd St NW, 261st St NW, 69th Ave W, 108th Ave NW, 102nd Ave NW, 101st Ave NW, Old Pacific Hwy, 98th Dr NW, 96th Ave NW, 95th Ave NW, 94th Dr NW, 92nd Ave NW, Lane Rd, 88th Ave NW, 87th Ave NW, 85th Dr NW, 84th Dr NW, 84th Ave NW, Marine Dr NW, 83rd Dr NW, 82nd Dr NW, 81st Dr NW, 80th Dr NW, 80th Ave NW, 79th Dr NW, 78th Ave NW, 76th Dr NW, 74th Ave NW, 73rd Ave NW, 74th Dr NW, 72nd Dr NW, 72nd Ave NW, 70th Ave NW, 71st Dr NW, Kylie Dr, 70th Dr NW, 69th Dr NW, 68th Ave NW, 64th Ave NW, Woodland Rd, 294th St NW, Nordic Wy, Matterland Rd, Park Dr, Myrtle Rd NW, Saratoga Dr, 86th Dr NW, Stauffer Rd, 104th Dr NW, 90th Ave NW, 75th Dr NW, 60th Ave NW, Country Pl NW, Manor Pl NW, Pioneer Hwy, Florence Rd, Marine Dr NW, 98th Ave NW, Village Pl NW, 278th Pl NW, 81st Dr NW, Ridge Wy, 68th Ave NW, Woodland Rd, 277th Pl SW, Camano St, 274th St NW, 89th Ave NW, Pioneer Hwy, Knutson Rd, Hennings Dr, 262nd St NW, Pioneer Hwy, 260th St NW, Saratoga Dr, Eide Rd, 271st St NW, Cedarhome Dr, 270th St NW, 272nd Pl NW, Pioneer Hwy, 278th St NW, 66th Dr NW, 65th Dr NW, 64th Dr NW, 277th St NW, 283rd St NW, 65th Ave W, 64th Ct NW, 284th Pl NW, 285th Pl NW, 277th St SW, Hamilton Park, 271st St NW, 103rd Dr NW, 102nd Dr NW, 270th St NW
• Total TIP project cost estimate: $40,625,684

The Public Works Committee reviewed the third draft of the 6-year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for 2023-2028, making several corrections and additions. They voted to add back a sidewalk project on 72nd Ave NW and agreed to send the plan to the city council. The committee also reviewed and supported Resolution 2022-07 to adopt Snohomish County's solid waste management plan, which will go to council on May 12.

• Added sidewalk project on 72nd Ave NW (272nd-276th St) back to 2023-2028 TIP
• Corrected funding source for R-2 80th Ave Reconstruction Phase 1 to Local Funds
• Corrected map for R-7 to stop at 68th Ave NW
• Agreed R-3 should end at 284th St
• Corrected map for Project 22 to show sidewalks on Cedarhome Drive NW
• Updated R-19 description and added to map
• Sent project cost estimates to finance director for review
• Supported Resolution 2022-07 to adopt county solid waste plan

City Council

The Stanwood City Council will hear a presentation from the Snohomish Health District on public health services and funding, receive the March police Compstat report (delayed due to SNO911 system errors), and consider authorizing the mayor to sign contracts with BHC Consultants for a municipal code update and engineering/utility standards update. The agenda also includes a discussion on Comprehensive Plan visioning and approval of routine minutes and vouchers.

• Authorize Mayor to sign contracts with BHC Consultants for Municipal Code Update and Engineering and Utility Standards Update
• Comprehensive Plan Visioning discussion
• Snohomish Health District presentation on updates, services, and funding
• Police Compstat report for March (delayed, hot spot map provided)
• Consent agenda: approve vouchers and payroll checks, approve April 14 meeting minutes

The Stanwood City Council approved two contracts with BHC Consultants: one for $252,550 to update the Municipal Code (passed 6-1) and one for $20,000 to update Street and Utility Standards (passed unanimously). The Council also unanimously accepted draft vision and core value statements for the Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting included reports and a public comment on banning fireworks, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $252,550 contract with BHC Consultants for Municipal Code update (6-1)
• Approved $20,000 contract with BHC Consultants for Street and Utility Standards update (unanimous)
• Accepted draft vision and core value statements for Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and April 14 minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive updates from the police chief on CompStat reporting issues and legislative changes from the 2022 session, and from the fire chief on the North County Regional Fire Authority's first quarter report. The meeting is informational, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.

• Police update on CompStat report delays due to SNO911 system upgrade
• Discussion of 2022 police reform bills: HB 1719, HB 1735, HB 2037
• Note that SB 5919 did not pass, leaving a gap in pursuit laws
• Fire Chief presents 2022 Q1 report and 2021 annual report
• Q1 fire stats: 2,243 dispatched calls, 1,094 transports, average response time 9:03

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The Stanwood Parks and Trails Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a tree planting plan for Heritage Park, review critical areas findings for Ovenell Park, and get updates on the Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study implementation and various park/trail projects. The agenda also includes approval of the March 2022 meeting minutes and citizen comments.

• Heritage Park Planting Plan: 88 new trees to replace Lombardy poplars removed by Snohomish PUD for power line clearance
• Ovenell Park – Critical Areas Review Findings discussion
• Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study Implementation Update: Service Level 1 Parks Team move to Public Works
• Park/Trail Updates: Hamilton project status, Church Creek Park sewer project, Port Susan Trail design status
• Approval of March 2022 meeting minutes

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is considering whether Stanwood should have a full-time mayor and how to adjust the mayor's compensation and benefits. Staff presented comparisons with other Washington cities and options for referring the matter to the Salary Commission or amending the municipal code for health benefits. The committee will discuss and may recommend action to the City Council.

• Discussion of full-time mayor status and salary comparison with comparable cities
• Mayor's current monthly salary is $1,600, below the $2,336 average for comparable cities
• Staff recommends increasing mayor's health benefits to match exempt employees, including spousal coverage and opt-out incentive
• Potential fiscal impact: $7,200 annual increase if salary raised by $600/month; up to $18,100.37 for health benefit changes
• Options include referring to 2022 Salary Commission or amending SMC 2.08.240

Economic Development Board

The Stanwood Economic Development Board will receive minutes from the March 18 meeting, discuss the Downtown Revitalization Project (Twin City Mile), and review the Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code update. They will also review business license and Discover Stanwood Camano analytics. The meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2022, at 7:30 AM via Zoom.

• Downtown Revitalization Project: design concepts for 102nd Avenue, 270th Historic West Downtown, Central Mile, 92nd Ave & 271st St, and Historic East Downtown
• Comprehensive Plan update: population growth targets for 2044, with Stanwood in 'Cities and Towns' category expecting 9.5% growth (approx. 3,873 new people)
• Business License Analytics: 22 new business applications in January (19 non-resident, 6 home occupation)
• Discover Stanwood Camano Analytics: 1,293 users, 2,462 page views in January
• Next meeting scheduled for June 17, 2022

The Economic Development Board unanimously approved the March 18, 2022 meeting minutes. The Board expressed support for the Downtown Revitalization Project, noting concerns about parking and parking enforcement, and agreed that a better location for the gateway arch would be on 102nd St. The Board also supported the revised Vision Statement, Mission, and Values for the Comprehensive Plan, with additions of 'Community Events' and a more inclusive term for 'Sense of Community'. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussed and supported.

• Approved minutes of March 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Supported Downtown Revitalization Project with parking concerns noted
• Agreed gateway arch better located on 102nd St
• Supported Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement, Mission, and Values with amendments
• Blake Arnold volunteered for Advisory Committee
• Requested Community Transit presentation at June meeting

City Council

The Stanwood City Council is holding a regular meeting with a presentation from the Camano-Stanwood Pickleball Association, a police Compstat report, and several consent agenda items including lease agreements with Stanwood Lacrosse and North County Youth Soccer Association. The council will also discuss American Recovery Plan spending, hold a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan Public Participation Plan, and consider several new business items including a resolution amending council rules.

• Presentation by Camano-Stanwood Pickleball Association on adding pickleball courts
• Authorize Mayor to sign lease agreements with Stanwood Lacrosse and North County Youth Soccer Association
• American Recovery Plan spending discussion
• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Public Participation Plan
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-03 amending Council Rules of Procedure

The Stanwood City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-06, establishing the public participation plan for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. The council also approved several other items, including authorizing the mayor to sign an amendment to the FreeDoc contract for records digitization, accepting artwork for the banner project, and approving a $11,000 agreement with the Stanwood Chamber of Commerce to manage the 2022 Summer Concert Series. Additionally, the council adopted Resolution 2022-03, amending the Council Rules of Procedure, which included retaining citizen closing comments and renaming 'Old Business' to 'Unfinished Business'.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-06 establishing the public participation plan for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to FreeDoc contract with revised not-to-exceed amount of $151,165.27 (7-0)
• Accepted artwork for the banner project and directed staff to initiate production (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute agreement with Stanwood Chamber of Commerce for Summer Concert Series management with $11,000 fee (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-03 amending Council Rules of Procedure (7-0)
• Retained Citizen Closing Comments on the agenda (7-0)
• Changed Rule 22 (h) from 'Old Business' to 'Unfinished Business' (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, minutes, and lease agreements with Stanwood Lacrosse and North County Youth Soccer Association (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Stanwood Planning Commission will hold a public meeting for the Inland Steel site development, discuss population growth targets for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan update, and review a list of potential amendments for the Stanwood Municipal Code update. The meeting also includes approval of the March 14, 2022 minutes and updates on the Kottsick Annexation and Comprehensive Plan vision statement.

• Public meeting for Inland Steel site development: two future buildings (7,779 sq ft and 6,622 sq ft) on 1.43 acres zoned Light Industrial, located southeast of 272nd Street NW and 92nd Avenue NW
• Discussion of 2044 population growth targets: city target 10,963, UGA 432, total 11,395 (additional 310 residents) and employment targets: city 5,073, UGA 726, total 5,799 (additional 76 jobs)
• Review of potential amendments for Stanwood Municipal Code update, first comprehensive update since 1968
• Update on Kottsick Annexation
• Approval of March 14, 2022 Planning Commission minutes

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee reviewed and supported the 2044 population and employment growth targets for Stanwood, finding them reasonable and achievable. They also discussed potential amendments to the Municipal Code, including zoning and business license updates, and supported the draft Comprehensive Plan vision statement with an addition. The committee voted to forward the Kottsick Annexation to the City Council for final action.

• Supported 2044 growth targets: 310 new residents and 76 new jobs
• Forwarded Kottsick Annexation to City Council for final action
• Supported draft vision statement with 'Community Events' added to 'Sense of Community'
• Discussed potential code amendments, including fireworks schedule and ADUs in infill standards

Public Works and Parks Committee

The Public Works Committee reviewed and favored lease agreements with Stanwood Lacrosse and North County Youth Soccer Association. They also made significant changes to the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP), including reprioritizing projects, modifying scopes, removing several sidewalk and road projects, and adding a Westside Overlay project. The committee's recommendations will be forwarded to the full council for final approval.

• Favored lease agreement with Stanwood Lacrosse
• Favored lease agreement with North County Youth Soccer Association
• Moved Viking Way-90th Ave Phase 2 to priority 3
• Moved 64th and SR 532 Intersection to priority 4
• Removed sidewalk projects on 284th St NW, 90th Ave NW, and 72nd Ave NW
• Removed 72nd Ave Improvements from SR532 to 276th St NW
• Added Westside Overlay project to TIP
• Broke 80th Ave Reconstruction into two phases

City Council

The Stanwood City Council is holding a workshop to discuss two major projects. They will consider options for relocating or renovating city hall and the police station, with cost estimates ranging from $184K to $28.7M. They will also review updated environmental findings for Ovenell Park and decide on future park planning, including whether to rebuild the event barn before a 2026 deadline.

• Civic campus options: 72nd Avenue site ($10.2M-$18.6M), Stanwood Commons Building ($26.7M-$28.7M), city hall renovation ($250K-$676K), police station remodel ($184K)
• Ovenell Park: new wetlands and Type F streams found, reducing usable land; 10% impervious area limit applies
• Ovenell Park barn must be rebuilt by November 14, 2026, or permission expires
• Council to choose: proceed with Ovenell planning, delay, focus on other parks, or open park to public
• Burlington Northern Railroad lacks support for access across rail spur

City Council

The Stanwood City Council will vote on several resolutions and an ordinance, including a consolidated fee schedule, a personnel policy update, and a resolution supporting the Stanwood Camano School District replacement levy. They will also hold a public hearing on declaring surplus city property and consider accepting a parks and recreation feasibility study. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, vouchers, and payroll checks.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2022-05 declaring surplus city property
• Adoption of Ordinance 1503 and Resolution 2022-02 consolidated fee schedule
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-01 personnel policy update
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-04 supporting school district replacement levy
• Authorize Mayor to sign on-call contracts with Bonner Electrical Contracting and VP Electrical Service

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will discuss relocating pickleball courts from Church Creek Park to Heritage Park, with a cost estimate and budget shift requiring Council approval. They will also review implementation of the Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study, including a proposed Parks Team under Public Works and a timeline for Service Level 2 in 2023. Updates on park and trail projects will be provided.

• Proposal to build two pickleball courts at Heritage Park, shifting $89,000 from Church Creek Park's 2022 capital budget
• Church Creek Park 2022 capital projects budget of $444,000, with $130,000 for a pickleball/multipurpose sports court
• Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study implementation: Service Level 1 (Parks Team) and Service Level 2 (Parks Division) with proposed organizational changes
• Heritage Park tree removal along Lovers Lane for PUD pole placement, with 88 replacement trees
• Port Susan Trail design to go to City Council on 02/24/2022

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee unanimously approved moving budgeted funds for pickleball courts from Church Creek Park to Heritage Park, and recommended the City Council add $16,800 for fencing. The committee also voted to begin in-person meetings with a hybrid option starting April 18, 2022. No other formal decisions were made; other items were updates or discussions.

• Approved moving pickleball court budget from Church Creek Park to Heritage Park (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council add $16,800 to Heritage Park budget for fencing (unanimous)
• Voted to begin in-person meetings with hybrid option starting April 18, 2022 (majority consensus)

Economic Development Board

The Stanwood Economic Development Board will review banner artwork submissions and pole locations, consider special events and tourism grant requests, and receive updates on business licenses and Discover Stanwood Camano website analytics. The board will make recommendations on banner designs and grants.

• Review of 14 banner designs for Spring/Summer and 14 for Fall/Winter
• Installation of six additional banner poles in West Downtown
• Special events grants for Goose Is Loose, Camano Island Studio Tour, Picker's Market, Farmers Market, Car Show, and Community Parade
• Tourism grant requests: $1,000 for Camano Island Studio Tour, $2,000 for Twin City Idler's Car Show
• Business license analytics: 24 new applications in January

The Economic Development Board approved moving forward with the seasonal banner artwork project, with minor edits to three proposed banners, and recommended installing six additional banner poles in West Downtown. The board also recommended staff and Kristine Birkenkopf decide the best pole locations, and directed staff to contact WSDOT about using their light poles. Two tourism grants were discussed and qualified for full funding, but no formal vote on grants was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved banner artwork project with minor edits to 3 banners
• Recommended 6 additional banner poles in West Downtown
• Directed staff and Kristine Birkenkopf to select pole locations
• Directed staff to contact WSDOT about using their light poles
• Unanimously approved minutes of February 18, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Stanwood Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss a presentation by Community Transit, review the Bakerview PRD application for a 114-lot residential development, and consider the Comprehensive Plan Public Participation Plan and Vision Statement. The meeting includes public comments and approval of the February minutes.

• Bakerview PRD: 114-lot single-family development at 7510 284th Street NW, including 74 detached homes, 28 duplexes, and 12 townhomes
• Community Transit presentation on 2024 network planning and Journey 2050 long-range plan
• Comprehensive Plan Public Participation Plan review
• Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement discussion
• Approval of February 14, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Stanwood City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the first reading of Ordinance 1503, which would update city impact fees for parks, traffic, and fire. The council will also hear presentations from the school district and Waste Management, and vote on several contracts, including for the 2022 Overlay Project and the Church Creek Sewer Project.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1503 (City Impact Fees)
• Authorize contract with Central Paving for 2022 Overlay Project
• Authorize contract with Faber Construction for Church Creek Sewer Project
• Authorize contracts for 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update (Blueline Group, Transpo Group)
• Approve vouchers and payroll checks totaling $314,340.72

City Council

The Stanwood City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss two items: a Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study prepared by Berk Consulting, which recommends a phased approach to improving park services, and a discussion on American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The council will consider the study's findings and proposed staffing options, with formal motions expected at the March 24 regular meeting.

• Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study by Berk Consulting
• Proposed phased approach: Service Level 1 (Parks Team) to Service Level 3 (Parks Department)
• Service Level 2 estimated to increase general fund budget by $150,000-$200,000 per year
• Service Level 3 estimated to cost $1M-$1.5M per year
• Discussion of American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds

The Stanwood City Council held a special workshop to discuss a Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study and potential uses of ARPA funds. No formal decisions or votes were made; the council directed staff to bring the ARPA project list back in April for action.

• Discussed Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study; no action taken
• Discussed ARPA fund uses; no formal vote
• Directed staff to bring ARPA project list back in April for action

Public Works and Parks Committee

The Public Works/Parks Committee is reviewing two construction contracts before they go to the City Council: a $439,500 contract with Central Paving for the 2022 Street Overlay and ADA Ramps project, and a $938,986.78 contract with Faber Construction for the Church Creek Sewer Lift Station Gravity Bypass Project, which includes a proposed 10% contingency. The committee will also review the draft Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for 2023-2028, which lists road and sidewalk projects and their funding sources.

• Contract with Central Paving for $439,500 for street overlay on 72nd and 68th Avenues and 6 ADA ramps
• Contract with Faber Construction for $938,986.78 for Church Creek Sewer Lift Station Gravity Bypass Project
• Proposed 10% contingency ($93,986) for sewer bypass project, potentially requiring fund shifts
• Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) 2023-2028 with projects totaling $32,131,948
• TIP includes sidewalk projects on 72nd Ave, 273rd Pl, 284th St, and others

The Public Works Committee reviewed two contracts: Central Paving for the 2022 Street Overlay and ADA Ramps Project, and Faber Construction for the Church Creek Sewer Lift Station Gravity Bypass Project. Both contracts were scheduled for city council action on March 10, 2022. The committee also discussed the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for 2023-2028, prioritizing the 80th Ave Reconstruction and Widening project, but no final decisions were made.

• Reviewed Central Paving contract for 2022 Street Overlay and ADA Ramps Project
• Reviewed Faber Construction contract for Church Creek Sewer Lift Station Gravity Bypass Project
• Discussed 10% contingency for Church Creek Park parking lot repaving
• Recommended against 15-inch pipe alternative, favoring 12-inch pipe for sewer project
• Identified 80th Ave Reconstruction and Widening as top TIP priority
• No final decisions made; items to be considered by city council on March 10, 2022

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss the Comprehensive Plan update, including a draft Public Participation Plan, a proposed vision statement, and the selection of consultants for the plan and municipal code updates. They will also consider a five-year lease agreement for the Stanwood Farmers Market to continue using the city parking lot behind the police station.

• Draft Public Participation Plan for Comprehensive Plan update
• Proposed vision, mission, and core values statement
• Blueline Group selected as primary consultant for Comprehensive Plan update
• Interviews for Municipal Code update consultants (LDC Inc., BHC Consultants)
• Five-year Farmers Market lease agreement for parking lot behind police station

The Community Development Committee reviewed and supported the Comprehensive Plan Public Participation Plan, with additions to key stakeholders and steering committee representation. They also supported the draft Vision and Mission Statements and recommended adding them to a City Council agenda. The committee discussed the consultant selection for the Municipal Code Update, with interviews held and a contract expected in April. They expressed support for the farmers market and suggested exploring a new location like Heritage Park with signage on SR 532.

• Moved forward with Public Participation Plan, adding local groups to key stakeholders and one member from each committee/board to Steering Committee
• Supported draft Vision and Mission Statements, recommending Mayor add them to next City Council agenda
• Held interviews for Municipal Code Update consultant; contract to go to Council in early April
• Supported farmers market, suggesting alternative location like Heritage Park with SR 532 signage

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Stanwood Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss proposed amendments to the Personnel Policy Manual covering social media, employee files, PTO, and executive leave. They will also consider a software-as-a-service subscription with ClearGov for budgeting and financial transparency, with a 2022 cost of $26,223.33. The meeting includes routine items like selecting a chair, reviewing the fourth quarter 2021 finance report, and the 2021 Transportation Benefit District report.

• Proposed personnel policy amendments on social media, employee files, PTO cash-out, and executive leave
• ClearGov budgeting software subscription: $26,223.33 for 2022 (including $5,400 implementation fee)
• Fourth Quarter 2021 Finance Report
• 2021 Transportation Benefit District Report
• 2022 Finance/IT Workplan

The Finance & Personnel Committee selected Marcus Metz as Chair and expressed support for proposed amendments to the Personnel Policy Manual, though Councilmember Schmitt disagreed with the amount of executive leave for FLSA exempt employees. The committee also supported the purchase of a budgeting software suite. No formal votes were taken; items were discussed and will proceed to a full council meeting. The Transportation Benefit District Report and 2022 Finance/IT workplan were not discussed due to time constraints and will be added to the next agenda.

• Selected Marcus Metz as Chair
• Supported amendments to Personnel Policy Manual (no formal vote)
• Supported purchase of budgeting software suite (no formal vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Stanwood Public Safety Committee will meet to select a new chair, receive a police staffing update, discuss police reform bills in the 2022 legislative session, and review the North County Regional Fire Authority's fourth quarter 2021 report. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no final decisions expected.

• Select new Committee Chair
• Police staffing update including Police Records Specialist selection process
• Discussion of police reform bills (e.g., SHB 1054, SSB 5051, SHB 1310) before the 2022 Legislature
• 2021 Fourth Quarter Report for North County Regional Fire Authority (2,392 dispatched calls, 1,169 transports)
• Fire Q4 highlights: new Station 48 opened, record Santa Run Food Drive donations

City Council

The Stanwood City Council is meeting to review staff reports on police statistics, finance, and transportation, and to consider several action items including a contract for trail design and a budgeting software agreement. The agenda includes routine consent items and committee reports, with no public hearing or executive session scheduled.

• Authorize mayor to sign Task Order 2021-16.2 with Confluence Environmental for Stanwood-Port Susan Trail design
• Authorize mayor to sign budgeting software services contract with ClearGov, Inc.
• Interlocal Participation Agreement for National Purchasing Cooperative
• Police Compstat Report for January 2022
• Finance Department 2021 Fourth Quarter Report

The City Council unanimously approved a task order with Confluence Environmental for final design of the Stanwood-Port Susan Trail Phase 2, costing $379,663.90. The council also authorized the mayor to sign an interlocal agreement with the National Purchasing Cooperative and a budgeting software contract with ClearGov, Inc. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously. No public hearings or old business items were conducted.

• Approved $379,663.90 task order with Confluence Environmental for Stanwood-Port Susan Trail Phase 2 design (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to sign Interlocal Participation Agreement with National Purchasing Cooperative (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to sign budgeting software contract with ClearGov, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll, meeting minutes, utility adjustment, and Salary Commission reappointment (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will discuss the BERK Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study, which recommends a phased approach to creating a parks department, and will review options for adding a second pickleball court at Church Creek Park. They will also receive updates on various park and trail projects. The meeting is a regular business meeting with no final decisions expected.

• Review of BERK Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study recommending phased parks department creation
• Discussion of adding a second pickleball court at Church Creek Park; design analysis cost $4,442, total design up to $21,025
• Park/trail updates: Heritage tree removal/replacement, Hamilton permit status, Church Creek arborist contract, Port Susan Trail design, Ovenell Park council action
• Approval of January 2022 meeting minutes

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee discussed the possibility of adding two pickleball courts at Heritage Park instead of at Church Creek Park, and reached a consensus to request staff examine the budget for this option, subject to Council approval. The committee also approved the January 18, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation on the BERK Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study and updates on park projects.

• Approved January 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to request staff examine budget for two pickleball courts at Heritage Park instead of Church Creek, with Council approval

Economic Development Board

The Stanwood Economic Development Board is meeting to receive minutes from the previous meeting and discuss several ongoing projects, including banner poles, the Downtown Revitalization Project, a Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study, and analytics for business licenses and Discover Stanwood Camano. The meeting is held via Zoom.

• Discussion of banner poles
• Downtown Revitalization Project update
• Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study
• Business License Analytics
• Discover Stanwood Camano Analytics

Planning Commission

The Stanwood Planning Commission will meet to discuss the National Flood Insurance Program's Community Rating System, consider an impact fee code amendment and fee adoption, and review the Comprehensive Plan update schedule. Public comments will be taken, and minutes from the January 10 meeting will be approved.

• Discussion of National Flood Insurance Program – Community Rating System
• Impact Fee Code Amendment and Fee Adoption
• Comprehensive Plan Update Schedule
• Approval of January 10, 2022 minutes

City Council

The Stanwood City Council is holding a special workshop meeting to discuss the budget and finance overview, the 2022 workplan and council priorities, and the mayor's full-time status. This is a discussion-only meeting, with no formal decisions expected.

• Budget and Finance Overview
• 2022 Workplan and Council Priorities
• Mayor Full-time Status

The Stanwood City Council held a special workshop to review budget and finance details, discuss the 2022 workplan and council priorities, and consider a proposal to make the mayor a full-time paid position. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and directed staff to research options, including a potential full-time mayor and acquiring land for a northeast park.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at workshop
• Discussed making mayor a full-time paid position starting 2023; council to research and consult attorney
• Councilmembers expressed support for acquiring land for a northeast Stanwood park; staff to explore options
• Reviewed 2022 workplan and budget priorities; council to provide input for 2023-2024 budget themes

City Council

The Stanwood City Council will consider several routine items, including appointments, interlocal agreements, and contracts for solid waste collection and park planning. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes and financial vouchers, with no public hearings or major policy decisions scheduled.

• Authorize mayor to sign solid waste collection services contract with Waste Management of Washington, Inc.
• Authorize mayor to sign Ovenell Park visioning contracts with JA Brennan and Confluence Environmental
• Authorize mayor to sign interlocal agreement with Washington School Information Processing Cooperative
• Approve vouchers and payroll checks totaling $758,535.46
• Appoint Richard Good to Economic Development Board

The Stanwood City Council approved a 10-year solid waste collection services contract with Waste Management of Washington, Inc., including an amendment for weekly yard waste and food scrap recycling pickup. The council also approved contracts for Ovenell Park environmental work, appointed Richard Good to the Economic Development Board, and confirmed appointments to the Snohomish County Tomorrow Steering Committee. A motion to discuss hazard pay at the next meeting failed.

• Approved 10-year solid waste contract with Waste Management, including weekly yard waste pickup (unanimous after amendment passed 4-3)
• Approved $15,915 contract with Confluence Environmental for Ovenell Park environmental study (unanimous)
• Rejected $88,000 contract with JA Brennan for Ovenell Park visioning (failed 4-3)
• Appointed Richard Good to Economic Development Board for one-year term (unanimous)
• Confirmed Councilmember Shepro to Snohomish County Tomorrow Steering Committee, Metz as alternate (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign interlocal agreement with Washington School Information Processing Cooperative (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to add hazard pay discussion to next agenda failed (4-3)

Public Works and Parks Committee

The Public Works/Parks Committee will review the 2022 work plan and select a committee chair. The meeting also includes an update on a proposed 10-year solid waste contract with Waste Management (WM) to be presented to the City Council.

• Selection of 2022 committee chair
• Review of 2022 work plan including street and sidewalk projects
• Proposed 10-year WM contract featuring automated cart collection
• Proposed residential rate increase of 6%
• Proposed commercial rate increase of 10%

The Public Works Committee discussed the upcoming Waste Management (WM) contract, which expires in April 2022. The committee reviewed the proposed contract, including a 6% rate increase, a requirement for all customers to use WM containers, and options for weekly or every-other-week yard waste collection. No formal decisions were made; the contract will be voted on by the council on February 17, 2022.

• Selected Darren Robb as Public Works Committee Chair (motion by Pearce, second by Bergman)
• Agreed to keep meetings on the first Monday at 5:30 PM and resume in-person meetings
• Discussed 2022 work plan and scheduled a special meeting for February 10, 2022
• Reviewed WM contract proposal; no action taken, council vote set for February 17, 2022

Community Development Committee

The Stanwood Community Development Committee will meet to elect a chair and discuss several community development items. Topics include a proposed amendment to park impact fees, a recommendation from a park and recreation study, the downtown revitalization project, and the Planning Commission's 2022 work plan. No final decisions are listed; these are discussion items.

• Election of committee chair
• Park Impact Fee Code Amendment
• Park and Recreation Study Recommendation
• Downtown Revitalization Project
• Planning Commission 2022 Work Plan

The Community Development Committee unanimously elected Marcus Metz as Chair and Steve Shepro as Vice Chair. The committee supported the proposed Park Impact Fee Code Amendment, which updates fee calculations and extends the expenditure period from 6 to 10 years. They also supported a phased approach to creating a City Parks Department and the Downtown Revitalization Project. No formal votes were taken on these items; the committee expressed support only.

• Elected Marcus Metz as Chair and Steve Shepro as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Supported Park Impact Fee Code Amendment (no formal vote)
• Supported phased approach to creating City Parks Department (no formal vote)
• Supported Downtown Revitalization Project (no formal vote)

City Council

The Stanwood City Council will consider confirming the mayor's appointment of Shawn Smith as city administrator and authorizing the mayor to sign his employment agreement. They will also vote on a second reading of Ordinance 5202 to accept donations, appoint a planning commission member, and approve council committee selections. The agenda includes routine items like approving vouchers and payroll checks totaling over $620,000, and receiving police crime statistics for November and December 2021.

• Confirm appointment of Shawn Smith as City Administrator and authorize employment agreement
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 5202 on acceptance of donations
• Approve vouchers and payroll checks totaling $620,660.67
• Appoint a Planning Commission member
• Approve council committee selections

The Stanwood City Council unanimously confirmed Mayor Roberts' appointment of Shawn Smith as City Administrator, removing the 'Interim' title, and authorized the Mayor to sign his employment agreement. The council also adopted Ordinance 1502 on donation acceptance, appointed Jeffrey Wheatley to the Planning Commission, approved committee selections, and authorized on-call professional services agreements. All votes were unanimous.

• Confirmed Shawn Smith as City Administrator and authorized Mayor to sign employment agreement (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1502 adding Chapter 3.25 'Acceptance of Donations' to Municipal Code Title 3 (7-0)
• Appointed Jeffrey Wheatley to Planning Commission Position 7, term ending Dec 31, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Council standing committee memberships as submitted by nominating committee (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign two-year On-Call Professional Services agreements with Berk Consulting and Urban Forestry Services, and extend agreements with Pace Engineers and David Evans and Associates (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll checks and Jan 13, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on pickleball, discuss a possible sports/pickleball court at Church Creek Park, and review proposed park impact fees. They will also review year-to-date tax revenue and receive updates on park projects, including the Eagle Scout dugout roof replacement at Church Creek Park.

• Pickleball presentation by Doug Shafer, former Marysville Pickleball Club president
• Discussion of Church Creek Park sports/pickleball court, with $130,000 budgeted for design and construction
• Review of proposed park impact fees based on 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Year-to-date sales tax revenue report showing decline from 2020 but September increase
• Eagle Scout project to replace dugout roofs at Church Creek Park, with $2,750 materials cost

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee elected Dave Hall as Chair and Gordy Holmes as Vice Chair. They discussed adding a second pickleball court at Church Creek Park and requested cost estimates before deciding. No formal decisions were made on the court or other projects.

• Elected Dave Hall as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Gordy Holmes as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved November 15, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Requested staff obtain cost estimate for second pickleball court at Church Creek Park

City Council

The Stanwood City Council will fill the vacant Councilmember Position Six by interviewing candidates, entering executive session to evaluate qualifications, and appointing a new member. The council will also elect a Mayor Pro Tempore, approve the 2022 meeting calendar, and hold a first reading of Ordinance 5202 on accepting donations. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including approving vouchers and payroll checks totaling over $2.1 million.

• Select Councilmember Position Six (candidate interviews, executive session, appointment)
• Approve 2022 City Council Calendar
• Ordinance 5202 Acceptance of Donations First Reading
• Approve vouchers and payroll checks: $1,727,695.15 in voucher checks/EFTs and $380,393.10 in payroll/benefit transfers
• Annual Small Works Roster report listing contracts awarded in 2020-2021

The Stanwood City Council appointed Andreena Bergman to fill Council Position 6 after a roll-call vote, and she was sworn in. The council also approved the consent agenda (including payroll, prior minutes, and a health district appointment), appointed Katelyn Durfee to the Parks and Trails Advisory Committee and Melissa Toner to the Planning Commission, elected Tim Pearce as Mayor Pro Tempore, approved the 2022 meeting calendar, and advanced first reading of Ordinance 5202 on donation acceptance.

• Appointed Andreena Bergman to Council Position 6 (4-2)
• Appointed Katelyn Durfee to Parks and Trails Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Melissa Toner to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Pearce as Mayor Pro Tempore for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 City Council meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 5202 on donation acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items a, b, e, f (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Stanwood Planning Commission is meeting to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair, review the 2021 year in review, and adopt the 2022 work plan. The work plan includes updates to the park impact fee ordinance, floodplain management, the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, a Housing Action Plan, and a municipal code update. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public hearings scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• 2021 Year in Review and 2022 Work Plan adoption
• Park Impact Fee Ordinance update (January-March)
• Floodplain/FEMA Community Rating System strategy (January-June)
• Housing Action Plan (January-December)

The Stanwood Planning Commission elected Patrick Hosterman as Chair and Justin Burns as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The commission also approved the November 15, 2021 minutes as written. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on officer elections, a year in review, and the 2022 work plan.

• Approved November 15, 2021 minutes unanimously
• Elected Patrick Hosterman as Chair unanimously
• Elected Justin Burns as Vice Chair unanimously