Sumner public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will review a mid-biennial budget amendment and a new compensation schedule. The agenda also includes several property and easement acquisitions related to the Wood and Main intersection and the Stewart Road Bridge replacement project.

• Ordinance No. 2874: 2023/2024 Mid-Biennial Budget Amendment
• Ordinance No. 2877: 2024 Compensation Schedule
• Wood and Main Intersection Property Acquisition - Bike Shop
• Wood and Main Intersection Project - Dairy Freeze Property Acquisition
• Approval of check and electronic payments totaling $4,046,294.09

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing property acquisitions at the Wood and Main intersection. The committee will also discuss easement agreements with Pierce County regarding the Stewart Road Bridge replacement project. Additionally, contract amendments for consultants are scheduled for review.

• Property acquisition for Bike Shop at Wood and Main intersection
• Property acquisition for Dairy Freeze at Wood and Main intersection
• Consultant contract amendment for Natural Systems Design
• Consultant contract amendment for Maple Street Pedestrian Signal
• Pierce County easement agreements for Stewart Road Bridge replacement project

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will meet to discuss old business regarding utility box wraps. The meeting includes a roll call and approval of minutes.

• Utility Box Wraps

City Council

The Sumner City Council will consider a mid-biennial budget amendment during a public hearing. The council is also scheduled to review ordinances regarding utility rate adjustments and system development charge adjustments.

• Ordinance No. 2874: 2023/2024 Mid-Biennial Budget Amendment
• Ordinance No. 2875: Utility Rate Adjustments
• Ordinance No. 2876: System Development Charge Adjustments
• Employment Agreement with M. Kosa for Public Works Director
• Oath of Office for Councilmember Andy Elfers

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission is continuing its discussion of the draft Parks & Trails Plan Update. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 9, 2023, meeting.

• Draft - Parks & Trails Plan Update

City Council

The City Council will discuss Ordinance No. 2874 regarding the 2023/2024 mid-biennial budget amendment. The agenda also includes updates on Manufacturing and Industrial Center transit and the PW Operations Facility. Additionally, new sergeants will be sworn into office.

• Ordinance No. 2874 - 2023/2024 Mid-Biennial Budget Amendment
• Manufacturing and Industrial Center (MIC) Transit Update
• LTGO/BAN 2023: PW Operations Facility update
• Oath of office for new sergeants

City Council

The City Council will review an unfinished resolution regarding Ad Valorem Property Tax. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the Sumner Meadows development agreement and an appointment to the Planning Commission.

• Resolution No. 1664 - Ad Valorem Property Tax
• Sumner Meadows Purchase and Sale Agreement Amendment
• Approval of electronic checks and warrants totaling $1,920,788.23
• Appointment to Sumner Planning Commission: David Peters

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss Ordinance No. 2874 regarding the 2023/2024 mid-biennial budget amendment. Staff will also present reports on monthly sales tax, recruitment and negotiations, and an audit update.

• Ordinance No. 2874: 2023/2024 Mid-Biennial Budget Amendment
• Monthly Sales Tax Report
• Recruitment & Negotiation Update
• Audit Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is conducting a study session to review updates for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. This includes final edits to the Transportation Element and work on the Land Use and Housing Elements.

• Final edits to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element
• Review of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element
• Review of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Housing Element

Public Safety

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports and department updates from the Fire and Police departments. The agenda also includes scheduled discussion items.

• Monthly reports and department updates for Fire
• Monthly reports and department updates for Police

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the 2023 Utility Rate Study. The meeting also includes setting the upcoming council and committee meeting calendars.

• 2023 Utility Rate Study

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission will review the September 2023 meeting minutes. The commission is also reviewing a draft of the Parks & Trails Plan Update.

• Approval of September 2023 meeting minutes
• Draft - Parks & Trails Plan Update

Public Works Committee

The committee will review a contract amendment for the Operations Facility and receive an update on the ADA Transition Plan. The meeting also includes a Project Management Report.

• Operations Facility - Consultant Contract Amendment
• ADA Transition Plan Update
• Project Management Report

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Resolution No. 1664 for Ad Valorem Property Tax. The council will also consider Ordinance No. 2873 concerning compensation for the Municipal Court Judge and Judges ProTempore. Additionally, the agenda includes approval of payments totaling $16,088,336.66.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 1664 (Ad Valorem Property Tax)
• Ordinance No. 2873 regarding compensation for Municipal Court Judge and Judges ProTempore
• Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $16,088,336.66
• Review of the 2024 Legislative Agenda

City Council

The Sumner City Council is conducting a special study session regarding the White River Restoration update. This meeting follows a hybrid model allowing for in-person or virtual attendance.

• White River Restoration Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Essential Public Facilities Code Update. The commission will also continue discussions and recommendations related to essential public facilities. Additionally, the meeting includes an overview of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element.

• Public hearing for Essential Public Facilities Code Update
• Discussion and recommendations on Essential Public Facilities
• Overview of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element

Public Safety

The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports and department updates from the Fire and Police departments. No specific discussion topics or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Monthly Fire Department updates
• Monthly Police Department updates

City Council

The Sumner City Council will discuss a third-quarter budget amendment for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. The council will also consider an appointment to the Sumner Planning Commission.

• Ordinance No 2872 2023/2024 Budget Amendment (Q3)
• Appointment of Adriann LaMear to the Sumner Planning Commission
• Separation Agreement for John Kaylor
• Proclamation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to address the council vacancy process. The meeting also includes agenda setting for upcoming council and committee calendars.

• Council Vacancy Process

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed Critical Areas regulations and the Capital Facilities Element. No public hearings or unfinished business are scheduled for this meeting. Staff updates include information regarding new commissioners and the December 7 chair election.

• Discussion on proposed Critical Areas regulations
• Discussion on proposed Capital Facilities Element
• Update on December 7 Chair election

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will review several financial items including a budget amendment for the 2023/2024 period. Discussion also includes personal property surplus, municipal court compensation, and ad valorem property tax.

• Ordinance No 2872: 2023/2024 Budget Amendment (Q3)
• Resolution No. 1664: Ad Valorem Property Tax
• Ordinance No. XXXX: Compensation for Municipal Court Judge and Judges ProTempore
• Personal Property Surplus - Ryan House Interior
• Monthly Sales Tax Report

Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will review Summer 2023 events and receive an update on utility box wraps. The meeting also includes discussions regarding 2024 events and a by-law update for meeting times.

• Review of Summer 2023 Events
• Utility Box Wraps Update
• Discussion of 2024 Events
• By-Law update regarding meeting time

City Council

This study session includes an update regarding affordable housing. The council will also review the upcoming meeting and committee calendars.

• Affordable Housing Update

Planning Commission

The commission is continuing discussions regarding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. This includes finishing talks on essential public facilities, utilities, and historic or cultural resources. The meeting also includes discussion of additional elements for the plan update.

• Discussion on Essential Public Facilities, Historic/Cultural Resources, and Utilities Elements for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on additional elements of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update

Public Safety

The Public Safety Committee meeting includes monthly reports and department updates for the Fire and Police departments. The provided agenda contains only these routine report headings without specific discussion topics or decisions listed.

• Fire Department monthly reports and updates
• Police Department monthly reports and updates

City Council

The City Council will review budget amendments and construction contracts for the Rainier View Park playground and covered court. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding the Ryan House demolition.

• Budget amendment for Rainier View Park (Ordinance No. 2871)
• Construction contracts for Rainier View Park playground and covered court
• Resolution regarding Ryan House demolition
• Approval of $1,403,565.00 in payments
• Lease agreement for 902 Kincaid for Sound Transit parking garage construction

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission will review the meeting minutes from August 10, 2023. The agenda also includes items regarding the Green Burial Fee Schedule and a draft update to the Parks & Trails Plan.

• Approval of August 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Green Burial Fee Schedule
• Parks & Trails Plan draft update

City Council

The council will receive an update on the Operations Facility during this study session. The meeting also includes a review of Resolution No. 1663 regarding the Ryan House demolition.

• Operations Facility Update
• Resolution No. 1663 - Ryan House Demolition

The City Council conducted a study session to receive updates on the Operations Facility and Resolution No. 1663 regarding the Ryan House Demolition. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Excused Councilmember Stuard from the meeting (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Sumner Planning Commission will continue discussions regarding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes reviews of essential public facilities, utilities, and historic resources. Additionally, the commission will discuss land use and housing elements.

• Discussion of 2024 Comprehensive Plan (Land Use, Housing, Utilities)
• Overview of Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) alternatives and process
• Approval of August 3, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Works Committee

The committee will review several construction contract awards, lease agreements, and property transactions. The agenda includes discussions on park improvements, facility site work, and regional grant acceptance.

• Rainier View Park Covered Court - Construction Contract Award
• Operations Facility: Early Site Work Package – Construction Contract Award
• 902 Kincaid Lease Agreement - Sound Transit Parking Garage Construction
• Purchase and Sale Agreement - 14211 16th Street East
• Resolution No. 1662: Carbon Credit Regional Operator Subaward Grant Acceptance

The committee issued "Do-Pass" recommendations for multiple items, including a $13M property acquisition for river restoration and several construction contracts. These recommendations move the items forward for further approval.

• Do-Pass recommendation for $13,026,200 purchase of 14211 16th Street East
• Do-Pass recommendation for $3,404,355 Operations Facility early site work contract (Rodarte Construction)
• Do-Pass recommendation for $1,416,163.50 Rainier View Park Covered Court contract (Andy Johnson & Company, Inc.)
• Do-Pass recommendation for $300,000 building inspection contract (Sound Inspections, LLC)
• Do-Pass recommendation for $101,900 easement agreement at 1096 Butte Ave
• Do-Pass recommendation for $99,203.55 contract amendment for Akana (24th St E Utility Relocation)
• Do-Pass recommendation for $3,385.20 monthly lease of 902 Kincaid to Sound Transit contractor
• Do-Pass recommendation for $25,000 Carbon Credit Regional Operator subaward grant

City Council

This study session includes updates regarding the Library Capital Facility Area and 2023 housing legislation. The City Administrator will also provide a report.

• Library Capital Facility Area Update
• 2023 Housing Legislation Update
• City Administrator Report

The City Council conducted a study session featuring updates on the Library Capital Facility Area and 2023 housing legislation. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to review business regarding the city's parks. The primary agenda item is the approval of a contract for the Rainier View Park playground replacement.

• Rainier View Park Playground Replacement Contract Approval

City Council

The City Council will review several items including franchise agreements with Ziply Wireless LLC and Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC. The agenda also includes updates to the Sumner Municipal Code regarding park hours and cemetery green burials.

• Ordinance No. 2863: Franchise Agreement with Ziply Wireless LLC
• Ordinance No. 2864: Franchise Agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC
• Ordinance No. 2860: Update to General Park Hours
• Ordinance No. 2861: Update to Cemetery Green Burial code
• Approval of electronic payments and warrants totaling $1,498,704.06

The City Council approved two franchise agreements for Ziply wireless and fiber services. The council also updated municipal codes regarding park hours and cemetery green burials, and authorized funding for a public works facility.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2863: Franchise Agreement with Ziply Wireless LLC
• Approved Ordinance No. 2864: Franchise Agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC
• Approved Ordinance No. 2860: Update to General Park Hours (12.60.050)
• Adopted Ordinance 2861: Cemetery Green Burial update
• Approved Ordinance No. 2870: Delegation Authority for Bond Anticipation Note for Public Works Operations Facility
• Approved appointment of Gene McCaul to Forestry and Parks Commission (term ending April 2027)
• Approved $1,498,704.06 in electronic payments and warrants
• Approved consent agenda items including Biosolids Dewatering Improvements and Cemetery Building contract

City Council

The Sumner City Council is conducting a study session regarding cyber security training. The council will also enter an executive session with legal counsel to discuss potential litigation.

• Cyber security training study session
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation

The meeting was primarily procedural. The council voted to move an executive session to the top of the agenda to discuss pending litigation with legal counsel.

• Approved motion to move executive session to the top of the agenda (voice vote)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will consider motions to approve contracts for Astound fiber optics and Stafford Suites. Members will also discuss the Ryan House condition assessment and an ordinance regarding Bond Anticipation Note authority.

• Motion to approve Astound fiber optic contract
• Discussion of Ryan House condition assessment
• Ordinance No. XXXX regarding Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) for Public Works Operations Facility
• Motion to approve Stafford Suites contract
• Surplus authorization

The Committee recommended several contracts and an ordinance for City Council approval. It also authorized the surplus of four pieces of equipment and provided updates on police recruitment and labor negotiations.

• Recommended approval of Astound Communications fiber loop contract
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2870 to issue Bond Anticipation Note debt for Public Works Operations Facility
• Recommended approval of Stafford Suites contract for senior center services
• Authorized surplus of Hach Distillation Apparatus, Hach Spectrophotometer, John Deere Skid Steer, and 2013 Ford Explorer
• Recommended forwarding Ryan House Condition Assessment to Study Session with Option 3 or 4

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to receive updates on parks planning and MIC Transit. The meeting also includes agenda setting for upcoming council and committee meetings.

• Parks Planning Update
• MIC Transit Update and Report
• Council Meeting Agenda Calendar setting
• Council Committee Meeting Calendar setting

The meeting consisted of procedural items and staff updates. No substantive legislative decisions or policy votes were recorded.

• Excused Deputy Mayor Hochstatter (voice vote)

Parks & Forestry

The Commission will review the July 2023 meeting minutes for approval. Staff will also provide updates regarding the Parks & Trails Plan timelines, playground progress, and the cemetery.

• Approval of July 2023 Forestry & Parks Commission Minutes
• Parks & Trails Plan timeline update
• Playgrounds updates
• Cemetery update

The provided document is an agenda for the Forestry Commission meeting. It does not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes.

City Council

The Sumner City Council will review proposed ordinances regarding the biennial budget and personnel policies. The agenda also includes water and sewer service extensions and franchise agreements with Ziply wireless providers.

• Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (Ordinance No. 2866)
• Water and sewer service extension approval (Ordinance No. 2865)
• Franchise agreements with Ziply Wireless LLC and Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC
• School Resource Officer agreement with Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
• Approval of $4,819,406.96 in electronic payments and warrants

The City Council approved several ordinances updating the biennial budget, personnel policies, and the 2023 compensation schedule. The council also authorized a water and sewer service extension and an interlocal agreement for a school resource officer.

• Approved electronic payments and warrants of $4,819,406.96 (Voice Vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 1660 for School Resource Officer Interlocal Agreement (Voice Vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2865 for Pierce County Boundary Review Board Water and Sewer Service Extension (Roll Call Vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2866 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2857 repealing and amending Municipal Code 9.16 and 9.20 (Roll Call Vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2867 amending Municipal Code 2.100 Personnel Policies (Roll Call Vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2868 amending the 2023 Compensation Schedule (Roll Call Vote)
• Conducted first reading of franchise agreements with Ziply Wireless LLC and Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC (No vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss recommendations for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, including essential public facilities and utilities. The commission will also hold an election to replace Vice Chair Kelly Locke.

• Recommendations on Elements 1-7 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Election of a new Vice Chair
• Discussion on Essential Public Facilities, Utilities & Historic/Cultural Elements
• Overview of EIS Alternatives and climate change background

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider project acceptance for biosolids dewatering improvements and a construction contract award for the Cemetery Building. The committee will also review updates to stormwater management regulations and an interagency agreement authorization.

• Biosolids Dewatering Improvements project acceptance
• Cemetery Building construction contract award
• Town Center: Utility & Woonerf Project services amendment
• Ordinance No. 2869 stormwater management code update
• Resolution No. 1661 interagency agreement authorization

The Committee issued 'Do-Pass' recommendations for a cemetery building contract, wastewater facility improvements, and a stormwater code update. They also recommended a contract amendment for Town Center management services and a pollution prevention partnership agreement.

• Recommended acceptance of Biosolids Dewatering Improvements contract at $1,489,438.83
• Recommended $1,586,000 construction contract for new cemetery maintenance building to Bershauer Construction
• Recommended $96,880 amendment for Town Center Utility & Woonerf Construction Management Services
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2869 to require private ownership of storm facilities in townhouse developments
• Recommended Resolution No. 1661 for $170,500 Pollution Prevention Assistance Partnership agreement

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review updates on the Community Court. The council will also consider ordinances regarding personnel policies and the 2023 compensation schedule.

• Community Court update
• Ordinance No. 2867: Amending Personnel Policies
• Ordinance No. 2868: Amending the 2023 Compensation Schedule

The City Council conducted a study session to review a community court update and two ordinances regarding personnel policies and the 2023 compensation schedule. The minutes record no substantive decisions or votes on these items.

• Excused absences of Councilmember Neuman and Deputy Mayor Hochstatter (Passed)

Public Safety

The committee will review monthly reports from the Fire and Police departments. Agenda items include consideration of Ordinance No. 2857 to update the drug code and a new Interlocal Agreement for the SRO Program with SBLSD.

• Ordinance No. 2857 regarding updating the Drug Code
• New ILA for SRO Program with SBLSD 23-26
• Monthly reports from EPFR and Sumner Police

The committee gave a 'do pass' to a three-year school resource officer agreement with Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. It also advanced an ordinance to update city codes on drug possession and paraphernalia to align with new state laws.

• Approved forwarding Sumner-Bonney Lake SRO Interlocal Agreement to August 7th RCM
• Approved forwarding Ordinance 2857 (amending drug and paraphernalia codes) to full council

General

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to finalize the structural assessment of the Ryan House rehabilitation. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Finalizing the structural assessment of the Ryan House rehabilitation

City Council

The City Council will consider contract awards for White River Restoration and 160th Ave E storm and sewer line replacements. The agenda also includes an update to the municipal code regarding sidewalk construction.

• White River Restoration Construction Management Contract Award
• 160th Ave E Storm and Sewer Line Replacements contract award
• Approval of $3,266,597.11 in checks and electronic payments
• Ordinance No. 2862: Sidewalk Construction code update

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 2862 to update the municipal code regarding sidewalk construction. The council also passed a consent agenda including several construction contracts and over $3.2 million in payments.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2862 regarding sidewalk construction (Roll call vote)
• Approved $3,266,597.11 in checks and electronic payments (Voice vote)
• Approved White River Restoration Construction Management Contract Award (Voice vote)
• Approved 160th Ave E Storm and Sewer Line Replacements Construction Contract Award (Voice vote)
• Approved Public Works Trust Fund Application Authorization (Voice vote)
• Approved minutes from June 20, June 26, and July 10, 2023 meetings (Voice vote)

Parks & Forestry

The commission will consider a recommendation for the Rainier View Park playground replacement and approve June 2023 minutes. The meeting also includes updates on Commissioner Huffington's resignation and the Parks & Trails Plan.

• Rainier View Park Playground Replacement recommendation
• Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes
• Update regarding Commissioner Huffington's resignation
• Parks & Trails Plan update on Pop Ups In The Park

The Commission selected a specific design and three color palettes for the Rainier View Park playground replacement. The decision was forwarded to the City Council for final approval. The Commission also approved the June 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved 1174342-02-02 design for Rainier View Park Playground Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved three color palettes for community selection regarding Rainier View Park

American Plan Rescue Act Committee

The committee will hold a discussion regarding the current balance of ARPA funds. No other business or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• ARPA Fund Balance Discussion

The committee approved the allocation of remaining ARPA funds for council chamber microphones, citywide fiber, and MIC Transit. They also granted a six-month extension for a commissary kitchen grant and deobligated funds from several completed or inactive projects.

• Approved $12,000 for Council Chamber microphone array
• Approved $60,000 for Citywide Fiber installation
• Approved $52,168 for MIC Transit pilot program
• Granted six-month extension to February 24, 2024, for Commissary Kitchen Grant
• Deobligated $25,000 from Homeless Outreach
• Deobligated $10,000 from Parklet Construction
• Deobligated $2,867 from Utility Assistance
• Deobligated $4,028 for Cubicles and $597 for Air Filtration

Design Commission

The Sumner Design Commission will conduct a design review for the property located at 13700 24th Street E. This item involves a donut and commercial development.

• Design review: 13700 24th Street E (donut and commercial)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider franchise agreements with Ziply Wireless LLC and Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC. The committee will also review a water and sewer service extension approval and a construction contract award for 160th Ave E storm and sewer line replacements.

• Franchise Agreement with Ziply Wireless LLC (Ordinance No. 2863)
• Franchise Agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC (Ordinance No. 2864)
• Pierce County Boundary Review Board Water and Sewer Service Extension Approval (Ordinance No. 2865)
• 160th Ave E Storm and Sewer Line Replacements construction contract award

The committee issued 'Do-Pass' recommendations for two telecommunications franchise agreements and a water and sewer service extension. It also recommended a construction contract for storm and sewer line replacements on 160th Ave E.

• Recommended Ordinance No. 2863 (Franchise Agreement with Ziply Wireless LLC) for passage
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2864 (Franchise Agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific LLC) for passage
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2865 (Pierce County Boundary Review Board Water and Sewer Service Extension Approval) for passage
• Recommended $393,244.61 construction contract for 160th Ave E Storm and Sewer Line Replacements to Scotty's General Construction, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to receive updates on several city programs. Discussions include the Fiber Optic Master Plan and the Roadway Preservation Program. The council will also review development services and the Public Works Trust Fund application authorization.

• Fiber Optic Master Plan Update
• Roadway Preservation Program Update
• Public Works Trust Fund Application Authorization
• Development Services Update

The City Council conducted a study session featuring updates on fiber optics, roadway preservation, the Public Works Trust Fund, and development services. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the regular business portion of the meeting.

Community Development Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Sumner Municipal Code concerning green burials in cemeteries and trail operating hours. The meeting also includes a report on permit activity for June 2023.

• Sumner Municipal Code update regarding cemetery green burial
• Sumner Municipal Code update regarding trail hours
• June 2023 Permit Activity Report

City Council

This study session includes discussions regarding a sidewalk code update and downtown property acquisition. The council will also review the LTGO 2023 Update for the cemetery building.

• Sidewalk Code Update
• LTGO 2023 Update (Cemetery Building)
• Downtown Property Acquisition

The City Council conducted a study session to review updates on the cemetery building, sidewalk code, and downtown property acquisition. No substantive decisions were recorded during the regular portion of the meeting. The council adjourned into an executive session to discuss real estate and potential litigation.

• Excused Councilmember Stuard from the meeting (passed by voice vote)

City Council

The council will review ordinances regarding the 2023/2024 biennial budget and property maintenance codes. The agenda also includes items for property acquisitions and utility service amendments.

• Amendment to the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (Ordinance No. 2858)
• Adoption of International Property Maintenance Code (Ordinance No. 2856)
• Amendments to utility disconnection and reconnection codes (Ordinance No. 2859)
• Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $6,508,398.05
• Purchase & Sale Agreement for Robinson Property

The City Council approved an amendment to the 2023/2024 biennial budget and adopted the International Property Maintenance Code. Council also approved updates to utility disconnection and reconnection rules and authorized over $6.5 million in payments.

• Approved checks and electronic payments of $6,508,398.05 (voice vote)
• Approved Purchase & Sale Agreement for Robinson Property (voice vote)
• Approved Right-of-Way Acquisition for Manke Residential Parcels (voice vote)
• Approved Town Center: Main and Wood PSE Agreement: Schedule 74 Construction Work (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2858 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2856 adopting International Property Maintenance Code (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2859 amending utility disconnection and reconnection rules (roll call vote; Neuman and Reed voted no)

City Council

During this study session, the City Council will review a library capital facilities update and a 2023 legislative recap. The agenda also includes discussion of Ordinance No. 2859 regarding utility disconnection and reconnection. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation.

• Ordinance No. 2859 amending Sumner Municipal Code 13.24 (Utility Disconnection and Reconnection)
• Library Capital Facilities Area Update
• 2023 Legislative Recap

The City Council conducted a study session featuring updates on library capital facilities and a legislative recap. No substantive votes were recorded on the listed business items. The council excused the absences of Councilmembers Brown and Cole.

• Excused absence of Councilmember Brown (voice vote)
• Excused absence of Councilmember Cole (voice vote)

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss updates to general trail hours in the Sumner Municipal Code. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Rainier View Park playground replacement and Parks & Trails Plan updates.

• Update to Sumner Municipal Code 12.60.050 General Trail Hours
• Rainier View Park Playground Replacement
• Parks & Trails Plan Updates - Vision
• Ordinance Green Burial Update

The commission approved updates to the municipal code regarding trail hours and green burials for council consideration. The body reviewed playground replacement proposals for Rainier View Park but deferred a decision pending more information.

• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved amending SMC section 12.60.050 to set trail hours from 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset (recommended for Council approval)
• Approved amending SMC section 8.04 and adding section 8.04.320 regarding Green Burials (recommended for Council approval)
• Tabled Rainier View Park Playground Replacement decision pending updated vendor proposals

Public Works Committee

The Sumner Public Works Committee is reviewing several construction and consultant contracts. Agenda items include work on the White River Restoration, Elm Street sidewalk, and City Hall roof replacement. The committee will also discuss the Transportation Comprehensive Plan status and utility rate analysis.

• Ordinance No. 2856 adopting International Property Maintenance Code
• White River Restoration construction management contract award
• Consultant services contracts for Elm Street Sidewalk and Utility Rate Analysis
• Construction contracts for City Hall roof replacement and Salmon Creek Realignment
• ROW acquisition for Manke Residential Parcels

The committee issued do-pass recommendations for several property acquisitions, a construction management contract, and a utility agreement. Other items regarding sidewalk design, utility rate studies, and roof replacement were presented for informational purposes.

• Recommended adoption of Ordinance No. 2856 (2021 International Property Maintenance Code)
• Recommended $221,000 purchase of 0.25 acre lot at 4811 E Valley Hwy
• Recommended full acquisition of three Manke Lumber Company Inc. residential parcels for Stewart Road Bridge project
• Recommended $374,382 construction management contract for White River Restoration Project
• Recommended agreement to pay 40% of PSE costs for undergrounding power lines at Main and Wood

City Council

The City Council will consider amending the 2023/2024 biennial budget and accepting a US Department of Treasury grant. The agenda also includes an interlocal agreement with the Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council.

• Resolution No. 1658: Accepting US Department of Treasury Grant
• Ordinance No. 2855: Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Resolution No. 1659: Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council Interlocal Agreement
• Appointment of Opioid Abatement Council Member and Alternate

The City Council approved an amendment to the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget and accepted a US Department of Treasury grant. The council also authorized an interlocal agreement with the Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council and appointed its representatives.

• Approved Resolution No. 1658 to accept US Department of Treasury grant
• Approved Ordinance No. 2855 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Adopted Resolution No. 1659 authorizing the Mayor to sign the Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council Interlocal Agreement
• Appointed Jason Wilson as primary representative to the Opioid Abatement Council
• Appointed Andrea Marquez as alternate to the Opioid Abatement Council (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss recommendations regarding Elements 1-7 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 4, 2023.

• Approval of May 4, 2023 minutes
• Recommendations on Elements 1-7 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to consider approving a surplus and Ordinance No. 2858, which amends the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget. The agenda also includes reviews of monthly sales tax reports and recruitment updates. Additionally, members will discuss the condition assessment of Ryan House.

• Motion to approve surplus
• Ordinance No. 2858 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Monthly Sales Tax Report
• Recruitment & Negotiation Update
• Discussion: Ryan House Condition Assessment

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved the disposal of seven tasers and associated accessories to be sold or traded to an authorized dealer. The committee also moved forward with proposed modifications to the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget for Q2/2023. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Authorized surplus and disposal of seven tasers and accessories
• Do Pass for Ordinance No. 2858 Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Cancelled the July 5, 2023 meeting

Design Commission

The Design Commission is conducting a design review for the Sound Transit parking garage at Sumner Station (DR-2023-0006). No other new business items are listed on this agenda.

• Sound Transit parking garage design review (DR-2023-0006) at Sumner Station

General

The Sumner Civil Service Commission will meet to receive a department and hiring update. The agenda also includes the review of certified lists and rule reviews and adjustments.

• Department & Hiring Update
• Review of Certified Lists
• Rule Review & Adjustments

City Council

The council will review Resolution No. 1659 regarding the Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council Interlocal Agreement. The session also includes updates from the Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce and Community Court.

• Resolution No. 1659: Pierce County Opioid Abatement Council Interlocal Agreement
• Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce Update
• Community Court Update

The City Council held a study session where no substantive policy decisions were made. The council primarily handled attendance and a minor agenda amendment.

• Excused Councilmember Stuard from the meeting (4-0)
• Removed Item #2, Community Court Update, from the agenda (5-0)
• Excused Councilmember Cole from the meeting (voice vote)

Public Safety

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports and department updates for the fire and police departments. The agenda consists only of these routine departmental updates.

• Fire department monthly reports and updates
• Police department monthly reports and updates

City Council

The Sumner City Council will review ordinances regarding parking code amendments and a "Dig Once" policy. The council will also consider delegating authority for issuing LTGO debt related to the cemetery. The agenda includes approval of payments totaling $1,151,469.46.

• Ordinance No. 2853: Parking Code Amendments
• Ordinance No. 2843: Dig Once ordinance
• Ordinance No. 2854: Delegating authority to issue LTGO debt for the cemetery
• Approval of payments totaling $1,151,469.46
• National Public Works Week Proclamation

The City Council approved amendments to the parking code and a 'Dig Once' ordinance. The council also authorized the issuance of LTGO debt for the cemetery and approved over $1.1 million in payments.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2853 – Parking Code Amendment (Passed by roll vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2843 – Dig Once (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2854 – Delegating Authority to Issue LTGO Debt (Cemetery) (Passed by roll call vote)
• Approved $1,151,469.46 in checks/electronic payments (Voice vote)
• Approved Forestry & Parks Commission Commissioner Removal (Voice vote)
• Approved May 1 and May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission is discussing updates to general trail hours in the Sumner Municipal Code and the replacement of the playground at Rainier View Park. The meeting also includes a Parks & Trail Plan update.

• Update to Sumner Municipal Code 12.60.050 regarding General Trail Hours
• Rainier View Park playground replacement
• Sounders - Rave Foundation potential opportunity
• Parks & Trail Plan update

City Council

This study session includes updates on the WSDOT SR 167 Corridor Program and downtown construction. The council will also review upcoming meeting and committee calendars.

• WSDOT SR 167 Corridor Program Update
• Downtown Construction Update

The meeting was a study session consisting of updates on the WSDOT SR 167 Corridor Program and downtown construction. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review Elements 6-7 and Shoreline as part of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the April 6, 2023, meeting.

• Review of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Elements 6-7 and Shoreline
• Approval of April 6, 2023, meeting minutes

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider ordinances regarding budget amendments and cemetery debt. The meeting also includes discussions on the Ryan House condition assessment and the Bill Heath Sports Complex.

• Resolution No. 1658: Accepting US Department of Treasury Grant
• Ordinance No. 2855: Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Ordinance No. 2854: Delegating Authority to Issue LTGO Debt (Cemetery)
• Discussion: Ryan House Condition Assessment
• Discussion: Bill Heath Sports Complex

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted to send three items to the full council: a grant for businesses impacted by the Sumner Main Street fire, a budget amendment, and a debt authorization. They also discussed police recruitment, payroll negotiations, and a school district sports complex.

• Approved Resolution No. 1658 accepting a US Treasury grant for disaster assistance to businesses affected by the Sumner Main Street Fire (moved to full council)
• Approved Ordinance amending the 2023/2024 biennial budget to reflect the grant (moved to full council)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2854 delegating authority to issue limited tax general obligation (LTGO) debt for the cemetery building (moved to full council)
• Scheduled a special meeting on May 31, 2023, including a tour of the Ryan House, to continue discussion on the Ryan House condition assessment

City Council

The City Council will consider an annual update to the 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. The agenda also includes a construction agreement for the Stewart Road Bridge and approval of payments totaling $1,735,811.29.

• Resolution No. 1657 - 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update
• Stewart Road Bridge PSE Construction Agreement
• Approval of checks and electronic payments in the amount of $1,735,811.29

The City Council approved the 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program annual update. The council also passed a consent agenda including bridge construction and city payments. No new business was introduced during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 1657 for the 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update (Roll call vote)
• Approved Stewart Road Bridge PSE Construction Agreement (Voice vote)
• Approved checks and electronic payments totaling $1,735,811.29 (Voice vote)
• Approved minutes from April 17 and April 24, 2023 meetings (Voice vote)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission is meeting to discuss several ongoing and new projects. Old business includes Music off Main, Nights on Ryan, and Utility Box Wraps, while new business includes Write in the Valley.

• Music off Main
• Nights on Ryan
• Utility Box Wraps
• Write in the Valley

Community Development Committee

The committee will address Ordinance No. 2853 regarding parking code amendments and civil penalties. The agenda also includes the removal of a Forestry & Parks Commission commissioner and a year-to-date permit report.

• Ordinance No. 2853: Parking code amendments and civil penalties
• Forestry & Parks Commission Commissioner removal
• Year-to-date Permit Report

City Council

This study session includes annual updates from East Pierce Fire and Rescue and the YMCA. The Council will also review safe car parking programs and playground replacement at Rainier View Park.

• East Pierce Fire and Rescue Annual Update
• YMCA Annual Update
• Safe Car Parking Programs
• Rainier View Park - Playground Replacement

The City Council conducted a study session to review updates and agenda items. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Public Safety

The committee received monthly activity reports from the Fire and Police departments. Chief Moericke announced the cancellation of the 2023 Citizen’s Academy. No other formal actions were taken.

• Cancelled 2023 Citizen’s Academy

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annual update to the 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. The agenda also includes an ordinance for Small Subdivisions & Pipestem Lots Code updates and several committee reappointments. Additionally, the council will consider property acquisitions for the Stewart Road Bridge.

• Public hearing for 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update
• Ordinance No. 2851: Small Subdivisions & Pipestem Lots Code Update
• Property acquisitions of Manke Lumber and Riverside Baptist Church for Stewart Road Bridge
• Consultant contract award for West Well Watermain Replacement & Cemetery Irrigation Improvements
• Approval of year-end 2022 payments totaling $10,871,284.84

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 2851 regarding small subdivisions and pipestem lots. The council also approved a consent agenda including several infrastructure contracts and payments totaling over $12.9 million. Multiple appointments were made to the Civil Service Commission and the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2851 - Small Subdivisions & Pipestem Lots Code Update
• Approved $10,871,284.84 in year-end 2022 payments
• Approved $2,074,196.39 in electronic payments
• Approved Sumner Texaco Heritage Park Remediation consultant amendment
• Approved West Well Watermain Replacement & Cemetery Irrigation consultant contract
• Approved Stewart Road Bridge acquisitions from Manke Lumber and Riverside Baptist Church
• Reappointed Michael Dobb to Civil Service Commission (4-year term)
• Appointed Dean Burke, Trevor Sutton, Meilee Anderson, and Carmelo Lopez to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

Parks & Forestry

The Commission will discuss the Green Burial Section of the Sumner Municipal Code and the replacement of a playground at Rainier View Park. Staff will also provide updates on Heritage Park & Alley Activation and the Parks & Trail Plan.

• Green Burial Section - Sumner Municipal Code
• Rainier View Park Playground Replacement
• Heritage Park & Alley Activation update
• Parks & Trail Plan update

The Forestry & Parks Commission approved updates to the municipal code regarding green burials and recommended them for City Council approval. The commission also provided direction to use Park Impact Fees to expand the Rainier View Park playground to be more inclusive.

• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved amendments to SMC section 8.04 and new section 8.04.320 for Green Burials
• Directed staff to request Park Impact Fees for inclusive playground expansion at Rainier View Park

Design Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and meeting access details. No specific reports or commission business are detailed in the document.

City Council

The Sumner City Council will hold a study session to discuss several planning initiatives. The agenda includes the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update and an annual update to the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. The council will also review guidelines for the Library Capital Facility Area.

• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update – Docket & Outreach Plan
• Resolution No. 1657 - 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update
• Library Capital Facility Area Do's and Don'ts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review elements 1 through 5 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes from February and March 2023.

• Review of Elements 1-5 for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approval of February 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of March 2, 2023, meeting minutes

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss an update to the voucher approval process. The meeting also includes a monthly sales tax report and updates regarding recruitment and negotiation.

• Voucher approval process update
• Monthly sales tax report
• Recruitment & negotiation update

The committee received updates on voucher review procedures, sales tax analysis, and city recruitment. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Reviewed voucher approval process; no further action required
• Reviewed monthly sales tax analysis; no further action required
• Received update on police recruitment struggles and new hires
• Noted Teamsters union agreement to add a 3-month Parks seasonal employee for 2023 and 2024

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing consultant services for park remediation and a contract award for watermain and irrigation improvements. The committee will also address property acquisitions related to the Stewart Road Bridge.

• Sumner Texaco Heritage Park Remediation consultant services amendment
• West Well Watermain Replacement & Cemetery Irrigation Improvements contract award
• Stewart Road Bridge Acquisition involving Manke Lumber
• Stewart Road Bridge Acquisition involving Riverside Baptist Church

The committee issued 'Do-Pass' recommendations for two consultant contracts and two property acquisitions for the Stewart Road Bridge. These actions move the items forward for further approval.

• Recommended $62,163 amendment for Sumner Texaco Heritage Park remediation (Total: $289,158)
• Recommended $166,021 consultant contract for West Well Watermain and Cemetery Irrigation (BHC Consultants, LLC)
• Recommended $84,900 acquisition of parcel from Manke Lumber for Stewart Road Bridge
• Recommended $33,000 acquisition of right-of-way from Riverside Free Will Baptist Church for Stewart Road Bridge

City Council

The Sumner City Council will review interlocal agreements for tactical response and inmate housing with Sunnyside. The agenda also includes a franchise agreement with Fatbeam and amendments to the animal control municipal code.

• Resolution No. 1653: Tactical Response Team Interlocal Agreement
• Resolution No. 1656: Inmate Housing Interlocal Agreement with Sunnyside, WA
• Ordinance No. 2847: Franchise Agreement with Fatbeam
• Ordinance No. 2852: Amending Sumner Municipal Code Chapter 6 (Animal Control)
• Appointments to Forestry & Parks and Cultural Arts Commissions

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 2851 regarding small subdivisions and pipestem lots. The council also approved several committee appointments and a consent agenda including project contracts and payments totaling over $12.9 million.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2851 – Small Subdivisions & Pipestem Lots Code Update
• Approved $10,871,284.84 in year-end 2022 checks/electronic payments
• Approved $2,074,196.39 in checks/electronic payments
• Approved Sumner Texaco Heritage Park Remediation Consultant Services Amendment
• Approved West Well Watermain Replacement & Cemetery Irrigation Improvements Consultant Contract
• Approved Stewart Road Bridge acquisitions from Manke Lumber and Riverside Baptist Church
• Reappointed Michael Dobb to the Civil Service Commission for a four-year term
• Appointed/Reappointed Dean Burke, Trevor Sutton, Meilee Anderson, and Carmelo Lopez to the Sumner Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss several municipal updates. Agenda items include an update to the Small Subdivisions & Pipestem Lots Code and progress on the Sound Transit Parking Garage.

• Ordinance No. 2851 - Small Subdivisions & Pipestem Lots Code Update
• Sound Transit Parking Garage Update
• Cemetery Building Update

The City Council conducted a study session to receive updates on several projects. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

City Council

The Sumner City Council meeting includes a public hearing for a 24th Street East right-of-way vacation. The agenda also features proposed amendments to the biennial budget and a franchise agreement with Fatbeam.

• Public Hearing: 24th Street East Right-Of-Way Vacation
• Ordinance No. 2849: Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Ordinance No. 2847: Franchise Agreement with Fatbeam (1st Reading)
• Main & Wood Intersection Improvements Consultant Agreement Supplement
• Town Center Utility & Woonerf project Consultant Agreement Amendment

The City Council approved an amendment to the 2023/2024 biennial budget. The council also approved several consultant agreements for intersection and utility projects. A public hearing was held regarding a right-of-way vacation on 24th Street East.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2849 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (voice vote)
• Approved Main & Wood Intersections Improvements Consultant Agreement Supplement (voice vote)
• Approved Town Center: Utility & Woonerf project Consultant Agreement Amendment (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from March 6, 2023 meeting and March 13, 2023 study session (voice vote)
• Proceeded with first reading of Ordinance No. 2847 Franchise Agreement with Fatbeam (voice vote)
• Removed Parks & Forestry Reappointment from the agenda (voice vote)

Public Safety

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly updates from the fire and police departments. The committee will also consider an ordinance amendment for animal control and an interlocal agreement with the City of Sunnyside regarding inmate housing.

• Ordinance amending SMC Chapter 6 Animal Control
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Sunnyside for Housing of Inmates
• Monthly reports from EPFR and Sumner Police departments

The Public Safety Committee recommended a resolution for an inmate housing agreement with the City of Sunnyside and an ordinance updating animal control rules. The committee also discussed but declined to recommend changes to the city's 'animals at large' ordinance regarding cats.

• Recommended 'do pass' for Sunnyside Interlocal Agreement for inmate housing
• Recommended 'do pass' for Ordinance 2852 amending animal control rules for farm animals, livestock, and poultry
• Decided not to recommend changes to the existing ordinance regarding cats 'at large'

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss 'Music off Main- Call to Musicians' under old business. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items, including roll call and approval of minutes.

• Music off Main- Call to Musicians

City Council

The Sumner City Council is holding a study session to discuss the Dig Once Ordinance and conduct a 2022 financial review. The meeting also includes an administrator's report and agenda setting for upcoming council and committee meetings.

• Dig Once Ordinance
• 2022 Financial Review

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission will review the February 2023 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes reports regarding Arbor Day details and updates for Parks & Cemetery.

• Approval of February 2023 meeting minutes
• Arbor Day details report
• Parks & Cemetery updates

The commission approved the minutes from the February 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on Arbor Day planting, park and cemetery projects, and the Parks & Trail Plan. Commissioners discussed the potential addition of edible plants and flowers to parks and trails.

• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review Ordinance No. 2847 for a franchise agreement with Fatbeam. The committee will also discuss consultant agreement updates for the Main & Wood intersection and the Town Center utility project.

• Ordinance No. 2847: Franchise Agreement with Fatbeam
• Main & Wood Intersection Improvements Consultant Agreement Supplement
• Town Center Utility & Woonerf project Consultant Agreement Amendment

The committee issued 'Do-Pass' recommendations for a telecommunications franchise agreement and two consultant agreement supplements. These actions move the items forward for further consideration.

• Recommended Ordinance No. 2847 for a 10-year franchise agreement with Fatbeam, LLC
• Recommended Supplement #2 for Main & Wood Intersection Improvements with BCRA in the amount of $47,352.25
• Recommended amendment for Town Center: Utility & Woonerf project with KPG-Psomas in the amount of $227,708

City Council

The Sumner City Council will consider updating the municipal cemetery code and forming a Library Capital Facilities Area. The agenda also includes an interlocal agreement for inmate housing and several commission reappointments.

• Ordinance No. 2850: Updating Sumner Municipal Code 8.04 Cemetery
• Resolution No. 1655: Formation of a Library Capital Facilities Area (LCFA)
• Resolution No. 1654: Interlocal Agreement for Inmate Housing SCORE
• Reappointments to the Design Commission and Civil Service Commission

The City Council approved the formation of a Library Capital Facilities Area and updated the municipal code regarding cemeteries. The council also reappointed three members to city commissions.

• Approved Resolution No. 1655 to create a Sumner Library Capital Facilities Area (6-1)
• Denied amendment to expand Library Capital Facilities Area boundaries (3-4)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2850 revising Municipal Code 8.04 Cemetery (voice vote)
• Reappointed Cheryl Ebsworth to the Design Commission for a four-year term (voice vote)
• Reappointed Brian Franchini to the Design Commission for a four-year term (voice vote)
• Reappointed Brian Anderson to the Civil Service Commission for a four-year term (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 1654 for Inmate Housing SCORE interlocal agreement (voice vote)
• Approved council minutes from February 21 and February 27, 2023 (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The commission will address docket approval and the public participation plan for the 2024 Sumner Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes unfinished business regarding code updates for small subdivisions and pipestem lots.

• 2024 Sumner Comprehensive Plan Update – Docket Approval
• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update – Approval of Public Participation Plan
• Small Subdivisions and Pipestem Lots - Code Update

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review Ordinance No. 2849 regarding the 2023/2024 biennial budget and consider the approval of a surplus. The meeting also includes staff reports on sales tax, recruitment, and local improvement districts.

• Approval of Surplus
• Ordinance No. 2849 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Annual Local Improvement District Report
• Monthly Sales Tax Report
• Recruitment & Negotiation Update

The Finance & Personnel Committee authorized the surplus of a service weapon and a modified 1980s Chevy Citation parade float. The committee also moved forward with proposed modifications to the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget.

• Approved surplus of Glock model 19 pistol and accessories (est. $740)
• Approved surplus of 1980s era Chevy Citation parade float (est. $750 - $1,000)
• Do Pass for Ordinance No. 2849 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss several topics. Discussion items include South Sound Housing Affordability Partners funds, downtown construction updates, and the formation of a Library Capital Facilities Area.

• South Sound Housing Affordability Partners (SSHA3P)-1406 Funds
• Downtown Construction Update
• Formation of a Library Capital Facilities Area (LCFA)

The meeting was a study session with no substantive decisions recorded. The council discussed housing affordability funds, downtown construction, and the formation of a library Capital Facilities Area.

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss several new business items including Music Off Main, Nights on Ryan, and Write in the Valley. The agenda does not provide specific details or proposed actions for these topics.

• Music Off Main
• Nights on Ryan
• Write in the Valley

Community Development Committee

The committee will review Ordinance No. 2850, which updates the cemetery section of the Sumner Municipal Code. The meeting also includes reports on January 2023 permit activity and the 2024-2030 Parks & Trail Plan Update.

• Ordinance No. 2850: Updating Sumner Municipal Code 8.04 Cemetery
• January 2023 Permit Activity Report
• 2024-2030 Parks & Trail Plan Update

General

The Sumner Civil Service Commission will conduct 2023 Chairperson elections and provide department hiring updates. The meeting also includes the certification of eligible candidates for Entry Level, Exceptional Entry Level, and Lateral Police Officer positions.

• 2023 Chairperson elections
• Certification of Entry Level Officer eligibility list
• Certification of Exceptional Entry Level Officer eligibility list
• Certification of Lateral Police Officer eligibility list

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning code text amendment regarding accessory parking for medium density residential areas. The agenda also includes grant acceptances for sidewalk and bridge projects.

• Ordinance No. 2848: Medium Density Residential/ESUV Accessory Parking amendment
• Grant acceptance for Elm Street Sidewalk via Transportation Improvement Board
• Grant acceptance for Stewart Road Bridge Replacement via Transportation Improvement Board
• Public hearing regarding surplus of real property south of 24th Street
• Pierce County Grant Acceptance for Ryan House Rehabilitation

The City Council accepted a $6 million grant for the White River Bridge project and approved a zoning amendment regarding accessory parking. The council also passed several grant acceptances and a public hearing notice via a consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution No. 1649 accepting $6,000,000 grant for Stewart Road Bridge replacement
• Approved Ordinance No. 2848 amending zoning code for accessory parking in MDR/ESUV zone
• Approved Resolution No. 1648 for Elm Street Sidewalk grant
• Approved Resolution No. 1650 for Ryan House Rehabilitation grant
• Approved Resolution No. 1651 setting public hearing for 24th Street East partial right-of-way vacation
• Approved Resolution No. 1652 for Floodplains By Design grant
• Approved Biosolids Equipment Modernization Project design supplement
• Approved minutes from February 6 and February 13, 2023 meetings

Public Safety

The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from the Fire and Police departments. The agenda includes an action item regarding an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for SWAT.

• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for SWAT
• Monthly Fire Department updates
• Monthly Police Department updates

The committee recommended a 'do pass' for an inmate housing agreement with the South Correctional Entity (SCORE) and an updated SWAT interlocal agreement. The committee also received updates on fire department staffing and police department recruitment.

• Recommended 'do pass' for SCORE inmate housing interlocal agreement
• Recommended 'do pass' for updated SWAT interlocal agreement

City Council

The Sumner City Council and Pierce County Library Board are holding a joint study session. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the formation of a Library Capital Facilities Area (LCFA).

• Formation of a Library Capital Facilities Area (LCFA)

The City Council conducted a joint study session with the Pierce County Library Board. The meeting focused on the formation of a Library Capital Facilities Area (LCFA). No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission will meet to select a new Commission Chair and approve November 2022 minutes. The commission will also review cemetery rules and pricing. Staff will provide updates on the Heritage Park Master Plan, Parks & Trail Plan, and tree-related items.

• Selection of Commission Chair
• Review of Cemetery Rules and Pricing
• Heritage Park Master Plan and Alley Activation update
• Parks & Trail Plan update
• Updates on tree bids, nursery, and Arbor Day

The Forestry & Parks Commission approved updates to the Sumner Municipal Code regarding cemetery rules and pricing. The commission also confirmed the continuing appointment of the Commission Chair.

• Approved November 2022 meeting minutes
• Appointed Theresa Haase to continue as Chair of the Forestry & Parks Commission
• Approved updates to SMC 8.04 and cemetery pricing updates

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss updates regarding a commissary kitchen grant and the reconciliation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The committee will also select a new committee chair.

• Selection of Committee Chair
• Commissary Kitchen Grant Update
• ARPA Funds Reconciliation

The committee appointed Deputy Mayor Hochstatter as chair. Members agreed to a six-month extension for a commissary kitchen grant and approved staff recommendations to reallocate or roll over lapsed ARPA funds.

• Appointed Deputy Mayor Hochstatter as committee chair
• Approved six-month extension for $100,000 commissary kitchen grant
• Approved reallocating lapsed ARPA funds for original projects or rolling to fund balance

Public Works Committee

The Sumner Public Works Committee is meeting to consider grant acceptances for floodplain design, sidewalk improvements, and bridge replacement. The agenda also includes reviewing construction contract awards for stormwater treatment and wastewater facility modifications.

• Grant acceptance for Floodplains By Design
• Construction contract award for 24th Street and 142nd Intersection Stormwater Treatment
• Pierce County Grant Acceptance for Ryan House Rehabilitation
• TIB Grant Acceptance for Elm Street Sidewalk
• TIB Grant Acceptance for Stewart Road Bridge Replacement

The committee issued 'Do-Pass' recommendations for several resolutions, including grant acceptances for bridge and sidewalk projects and a right-of-way vacation. Three construction and consulting contracts were presented for informational purposes without requiring council action.

• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1649 to accept $6M TIB grant for Stewart Road Bridge replacement
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1652 to ratify $1.5M Floodplains by Design grant
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1648 to accept $359,200 TIB grant for Elm Street Sidewalk
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1650 to accept $400,000 grant for Ryan House Rehabilitation
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1651 to set a public hearing for 24th St. E. partial right-of-way vacation
• Recommended approval of Stewart Road Bridge PSE Construction Agreement for power line relocation
• Recommended approval of $699,950 design supplement for Biosolids Equipment Modernization Project
• Informational only: $326,666 contract awarded to TITAN Earthwork, Inc. for 24th St/142nd stormwater treatment

City Council

The City Council will consider a 2023 refuse and recycle rate increase and a new compost procurement policy. The agenda also includes appointments for the Design and Parks & Forestry commissions. Additionally, the council will review a resolution regarding property condemnation at 801 Cherry Avenue.

• Resolution No. 1646: 2023 Refuse and Recycle Rate Increase
• Ordinance No. 2846: Compost Procurement Policy
• Resolution No. 1647: Condemnation of Blighted Property at 801 Cherry Avenue
• Design Commissioner Appointment (Heath)
• Parks & Forestry Commissioner Appointment (Haines)

The City Council approved updated refuse and recycling rates and a new compost procurement policy. The council also authorized the condemnation of a blighted property and appointed two new commission members.

• Approved Resolution No. 1647 for condemnation of blighted property at 801 Cherry (Voice Vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 1646 regarding 2023 refuse and recycling rate increases (Roll Call Vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2846 for Compost Procurement Policy (Roll Call Vote)
• Approved appointment of Luke Heath to the Design Commission (Roll Call Vote)
• Approved appointment of Scott Haines to the Parks & Forestry Commission (Roll Call Vote)

Planning Commission

The Sumner Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the Small Subdivisions and Pipestem Lots Code Update. The commission will also hold a discussion and take action on this item.

• Public hearing for Small Subdivisions and Pipestem Lots Code Update
• Discussion and action on Small Subdivisions and Pipestem Lots
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2022, and January 5, 2023

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss the surplus of real property south of 24th St and surplus authorization. Members will also review the monthly sales tax report and receive updates on recruitment and negotiations.

• Surplus of real property south of 24th St.
• Surplus authorization
• Monthly sales tax report
• Recruitment & negotiation update

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved the surplus of two survey stations and a 1991 Vermeer 1250 Chipper. The committee also reviewed sales tax reporting and received updates on city recruitment and union negotiations.

• Approved surplus of Niko Laser Station NPR-332 ($500)
• Approved surplus of Pentax Total Station PTS-10 ($500)
• Approved surplus of 1991 Vermeer 1250 Chipper ($4,000 - $5,000)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission is meeting to discuss the 2023 sub-committee list and upcoming summer programming. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding commission meeting times.

• 2023 Sub-Committee List
• Music off Main (July 7, 14, 21, 29)
• Chalk Art Festival (July 29)
• Nights on Ryan (August 11?)
• Commission Meeting Time

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will review a proposed zoning code text amendment regarding Medium Density Residential and ESUZ accessory parking. The meeting will also include a permits report.

• Zoning Code Text Amendment: Medium Density Residential/ESUZ Accessory Parking
• Permits Report

The Community Development Committee voted to amend a zoning code recommendation regarding parking for Neighborhood Commercial/East Sumner Urban Village (NC/ESUV) uses. The committee increased the proposed allowance for parking on abutting Medium Density Residential/ESUV zoned property from 25% to 50%.

• Unanimously passed do pass recommendation to allow up to 50% of required NC/ESUV parking on abutting Medium Density Residential/ESUV property

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss several municipal items. The council will review the 2023 refuse and recycle rate increase and the compost procurement policy. Additionally, updates are scheduled for the Rainier View Park covered court and the White River Restoration project.

• 2023 Refuse and Recycle Rate Increase
• Compost Procurement Policy
• Rainier View Park Covered Court
• White River Restoration project update

The City Council conducted a study session to review several agenda items, including waste rates and park projects. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded for the regular business items. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding legal risks.

• Excused Councilmember Neuman from the meeting (Passed by voice vote)

Public Safety

The committee gave a "do Pass" recommendation for a resolution to seek condemnation of 801 Cherry Street, which will go to the full city council on February 6. Fire and Police chiefs provided monthly activity reports and department updates.

• Recommended "do Pass" for resolution to seek condemnation of 801 Cherry Street

City Council

The council will review lease agreements for Caroll's Garage and Car Village. Members will also consider Ordinance No. 2840 regarding storm credits. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation.

• Lease agreements for Caroll's Garage and Car Village
• Ordinance No. 2840 updating storm credits in the municipal code
• Approval of January 3 and January 9 meeting minutes

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2840 to revise sections of the municipal code regarding storm credits. The council also approved lease agreements for Carroll’s Garage and Car Village.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2840 revising storm credits (Passed by roll call vote)
• Approved lease agreements for Carroll’s Garage and Car Village (Voice vote)
• Approved minutes from January 3 and January 9, 2023 meetings (Voice vote)

Parks & Forestry

The Forestry Commission is meeting to approve November 2022 minutes and address the Commission Chair position. The commission will also receive updates on the Heritage Park Master Plan, Parks & Trail Plan, and Green Burial project.

• Approval of November 2022 meeting minutes
• Commission Chair selection
• Heritage Park Master Plan & Alley Activation report
• Parks & Trail Plan update
• Green Burial update

City Council

The City Council is conducting a study session to review specific city programs. The agenda includes an update on the Pierce County Library and an overview of the City of Sumner Sidewalk Program.

• Pierce County Library Update
• City of Sumner Sidewalk Program Overview

The City Council conducted a study session featuring updates on the Pierce County Library and an overview of the City of Sumner Sidewalk Program. No substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action on a code update regarding accessory parking for medium density residential areas. The commission will also elect officers for 2023.

• Public hearing for Accessory Parking Medium Density Residential code update
• Action on Accessory Parking Medium Density Residential code update
• Election of 2023 officers

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss surplus items and lease agreements for Caroll's Garage and Car Village. The meeting also includes reports on monthly sales tax and recruitment updates.

• Lease agreements for Caroll's Garage and Car Village
• Surplus discussion
• Monthly Sales Tax Report
• Recruitment & Negotiation Update

The committee approved the surplus of end-of-life tasers and accessories. Lease agreements with Caroll’s Garage and Car Village were also approved for the January 17 Consent Agenda. Staff provided updates on sales tax reporting and personnel recruitment.

• Approved surplus of 15 tasers and accessories valued at $965
• Approved lease agreements with Caroll’s Garage and Car Village

City Council

The Sumner City Council will meet to select a 2023 Deputy Mayor and consider Ordinance No. 2842 regarding the Zero Lot Line Subdivisions Code. The agenda also includes reports from the Mayor, City Administrator, and Council.

• Selection of 2023 Deputy Mayor
• Ordinance No. 2842 - Zero Lot Line Subdivisions Code
• Approval of December 5, 2022 meeting minutes

The City Council elected Councilmember Cindi Hochstatter as Deputy Mayor and adopted Ordinance No. 2842 regarding the Zero Lot Line Subdivisions Code. The council also approved the minutes from the December 5, 2022 meeting.

• Approved December 5, 2022 regular council meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Elected Councilmember Cindi Hochstatter to Deputy Mayor (voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2842 - Zero Lot Line Subdivision Code (voice vote)