Sunnyside public meetings in 2023
45 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CANCELED - December 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting
This agenda covers a regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 12, 2023, which has been canceled. No substantive items, public hearings, or votes were on the docket. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for January 9, 2024.
- No substantive agenda items were listed due to cancellation.
Parks & Recreation Commission Special Meeting
The commission will discuss a budget proposal and provide updates on the dog park and Denny Blaine Park. Staff reports will also cover the Fall Festival, Fall Soccer Program, and Thanksgiving meals.
- Budget Proposal
- Denny Blaine Park and Skate Park with Rotary Daybreak
- Dog Park update
- Swings and equipment for 10-12 year olds
- Fall Festival, Fall Soccer Program, and Thanksgiving Meals reports
Community and Economic Development Commission Special Meeting
The Community and Economic Development Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the Economic Development Plan. No other specific agenda items are listed for this session.
- Discussion of the Economic Development Plan
City Council Workshop
The Sunnyside City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the city fee schedule. The council will also convene in executive session for one hour to evaluate public employment applicants and review employee performance. A regular council meeting is scheduled for December 11.
- Fee schedule discussion
- One-hour executive session for public employment applicant qualifications and employee performance review
- Notice of December 11 regular council meeting
City Council Special Meeting
The Sunnyside City Council scheduled a special meeting to coincide with the Yakima Valley Conference of Governments (YVCOG) General Membership Meeting. The council will meet if a quorum is present, but no specific city business is listed on the agenda.
- Yakima Valley Conference of Governments (YVCOG) General Membership Meeting
Sunnyside Municipal Airport Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Board will receive an update regarding the Port of Sunnyside hangar. The meeting also includes a staff report from the Public Works Director covering topics such as weed control, the East Ramp, and equipment.
- Port of Sunnyside Hangar update
- Public Works report on East Ramp
- Public Works report on windsock and camera updates
- Public Works report on weed control and water fowl
City Council Workshop
The City Council will meet for a workshop to discuss the city budget and the Sunnyside Housing Authority. No specific decisions or final actions are listed on this agenda.
- Budget Workshop discussion
- Sunnyside Housing Authority discussion
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved an Interlocal Agreement to establish a Yakima Valley Crisis Response Unit with other Lower Valley cities. The Council also approved several payroll and claim vouchers totaling $1,511,374.63.
- Authorized City Manager and Police Chief to enter Interlocal Agreement for Yakima Valley Crisis Response Unit (6-0)
- Approved payroll vouchers 119367-119378 for $858,530.70 (6-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 107264-107321 for $430,532.04 (6-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 107322-107359 for $115,651.17 (6-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 107360-107414 for $106,660.72 (6-0)
- Approved minutes of August 26, 2023 special meeting (6-0)
- Approved minutes of August 28, 2023 regular meeting (6-0)
CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM - Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Special Meeting
The special meeting scheduled for September 8, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included reviewing lodging tax funding requests and the Yakima Valley Tourism application.
- Yakima Valley Tourism application review ($89,555 reduced amount)
- Review of $130,000 Award Budget
- Funding requests for Cinco de Mayo events ($30,000 each)
- Funding requests for Sunshine Days ($15,000) and Lighted Farm Implement Parade ($17,000)
- Various general proposals including National Night Out ($10,000) and Pro Motorcycle Hillclimb ($30,000)
Parks & Recreation Commission Special Meeting
The commission will discuss several park-related items, including the dog park and a gazebo at Upland Park. The meeting also includes discussions regarding pool funds and expenditures.
- Discussion of names and addresses of Parks
- Discussion of funds and expenditures for pool
- Discussion of dog park
- Discussion of gazebo at Upland Park
- Discussion of Museum board meeting
NO QUORUM - City Council Special Meeting/Community Forum
The Sunnyside City Council has scheduled a special meeting and community forum at the Sunnyside Community Center. No official action is expected during this session.
- Community Forum scheduled for September 7, 2023, at 6:00 PM
September 5, 2023 CED Meeting
The Community and Economic Development Commission is meeting to begin reviewing the Economic Development Plan and incorporating information from the Roger Brooks report. The commission will also consider a resolution to establish a City of Sunnyside Revolving Loan Fund.
- Reviewing Economic Development Plan chapters
- Incorporating Roger Brooks report information into development planning
- Resolution to establish a City of Sunnyside Revolving Loan Fund (RLF)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council adopted an ordinance making it a crime to expose a minor child to domestic violence and authorized the purchase of a new fire engine. The council also approved several personnel updates, a labor agreement with Teamsters Local 760, and the establishment of a Revolving Loan Fund.
- Approved payroll vouchers of $690,916.27 and claim vouchers totaling $577,410.36 (6-0)
- Added two Facilities Maintenance Custodians and one Animal Control Officer to the 2023 Classification and Compensation schedule (6-0)
- Authorized City Manager to enter into a 2023-2025 contract with Teamsters Local 760 for Division Supervisors (6-0)
- Adopted an ordinance updating the 2023 Classification and Compensation Schedule (6-0)
- Authorized City Manager to purchase and accept financing for a new fire engine (6-0)
- Adopted ordinance making it a crime to expose a minor child to domestic violence and establishing a school notification program (6-0)
- Approved resolution establishing a Revolving Loan Fund (6-0)
- Approved resolution to terminate the Option Agreement with OneEnergy (6-0)
City Council Special Meeting - Budget Retreat
The City Council will meet to review financial intelligence, debt capacity, and priorities for the 2024 fiscal year. The session includes a preliminary look at the 2024 budget estimate, which accounts for 4% inflationary increases.
- Review of 2022 Financial Intelligence Tool
- Review of City’s Debt Capacity
- Setting priorities for 2024
- Preliminary budget estimate with 4% inflationary increases
- Review of revenue sources and funding opportunities
The City Council conducted a budget retreat featuring a presentation by Administrative Services Director Horner. The session covered 2022 financial data, debt capacity, 2024 priorities, and preliminary budget estimates. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
Sunnyside Municipal Airport Special Meeting, 08-15-2023
The Municipal Airport Advisory Board reviewed the Airport Master Plan, including alternatives analysis and the 20-year Capital Improvement Plan. The board voted to approve the submission of the Airport Layout Plan to the FAA.
- Approved submitting the Airport Layout Plan (7-0)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved a contract for sidewalk improvements and updated the city's schedule of fees and charges. The council also adopted an amendment to the 2023 budget and approved an amendment to City Manager Elizabeth Alba’s contract.
- Approved $84,380.00 agreement with C&E Trenching, LLC for North Avenue Sidewalk Improvements (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance updating the Schedule of Fees and Charges in SMC 2.02.020 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance for Budget Amendment # 2 to the 2023 Budget (5-0)
- Approved amendment to City Manager Elizabeth Alba’s contract (5-0)
- Approved payroll vouchers 119341-119351 totaling $764,246.13 (5-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 106948-107040 totaling $440,014.63 (5-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 107041-107100 totaling $334,395.24 (5-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 107101-107154 totaling $440,900.44 (5-0)
NO QUORUM - Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission meeting on August 8, 2023, included public hearings to review an application for City Text Amendments and the Munson Site Comprehensive Plan and Rezone Application. The agenda also included the approval of minutes from the July 11, 2023, meeting.
- Public Hearing: Review City Text Amendments Application
- Public Hearing: Review Munson Site Comprehensive Plan and Rezone Application
- Approval of July 11, 2023, Planning Commission Meeting minutes
The meeting was held without a quorum. No substantive actions were taken, and no items were decided.
City Council Workshop
The City Council held a workshop to discuss several administrative items, including financial reports and the 2024 budget calendar. No formal actions or votes were taken during the meeting.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved resolutions to apply for Washington State Transportation Improvement Board grants for resurfacing and intersection updates. Council also approved over $1.3 million in payroll and claim vouchers. A request for Cinco de Mayo festival planning funds was tabled pending a finance report.
- Approved payroll vouchers for $597,846.56 (5-0)
- Approved claim vouchers for $170,156.15 and $602,083.07 (5-0)
- Approved resolution to apply for TIB grant to resurface Yakima Valley Highway from 1st to 6th Street (5-0)
- Approved resolution to apply for TIB grant for South 6th Street and Lincoln Avenue intersection improvements (5-0)
- Tabled request for lodging tax funds for 2024 Cinco de Mayo Festival planning
- Appointed Councilor Ripley to the Finance Subcommittee
- Directed staff to send an objection letter regarding the Stonies Marijuana Retail License renewal
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council authorized petitions to annex the Tucker Cellars, Urrutia, and Robinson properties for review by the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. Council also approved the 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and a highway overlay contract. An ordinance updating development standards to meet state GMA and Critical Areas requirements was adopted.
- Approved petition to annex Tucker Cellars (70 Ray Rd) (5-0)
- Approved petition to annex Urrutia Property (5-0)
- Approved petition to annex Robinson Property (5-0)
- Approved 2024-2029 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (5-0)
- Approved $337,000 contract with Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. for Yakima Valley Highway Overlay (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance for GMA development standards and Critical Areas Ordinance (5-0)
- Approved payroll vouchers of $753,655.43 and claim vouchers totaling $1,002,266.46 (7-0)
- Postponed approval of Community Projects Coordinator position
Parks & Recreation Board Special Meeting
The board approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023, special meeting. Members discussed park maintenance, pool lighting, and upcoming community events. No other formal actions were decided.
- Approved April 13, 2023 Special Meeting minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved payroll and claim vouchers totaling $1,248,857.13. The council tabled the approval of a Community Projects Coordinator position.
- Approved payroll vouchers 119304-119314 for $587,857.37 (5-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 106701-106762 for $661,003.76 (5-0)
- Tabled approval of Community Projects Coordinator position (3-2)
Lodging Tax Advisory Commitee Special Meeting
The committee attempted to approve the minutes of the previous meeting, but the motion failed. Members reviewed the Snohomish County Strategic Tourism Plan and discussed a proposed Project Coordinator position.
- Motion to approve previous meeting minutes failed (2 YES, 1 abstained)
Planning Commission
The meeting was called to order and roll call was conducted. No substantive items were decided, approved, or denied during this session.
City Council Regular Meeting
City Council approved the creation of a Court Bailiff position and an amended interlocal agreement with YAKCORPS. The council also approved over $1.6 million in payroll and claim vouchers. The proposed Community Projects Coordinator position was pulled from the agenda.
- Approved payroll vouchers 119296-119303 for $1,000,439.15 (5-0)
- Approved claim vouchers 106469-106700 totaling $652,814.73 (5-0)
- Approved amended YAKCORPS Interlocal Agreement (5-0)
- Approved Court Bailiff position and budget amendment (5-0)
- Pulled Community Projects Coordinator Position from agenda
June 6 Community and Economic Development Meeting
The Community and Economic Development meeting was held on June 6, 2023. The active agenda included setting parameters for the Facade Improvement Loan Program, but the minutes record no final decisions or vote tallies.
City Council Workshop
The meeting was a workshop focused on discussion items. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded regarding staffing requests or other city business.
- Approved motion to suspend rules for public comment (6-0)
Civil Service Commission Meeting
The Commission approved meeting minutes from February 15 and February 22, 2023. The body also certified the Sergeants list. Review of Civil Service Rules by article was moved until further notice.
- Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Certified Sergeants list (3-0)
- Moved review of Civil Service Rules by article until further notice
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved the sale of the Monson Property at 2920 Outlook Road to Munsun Vedder Development LLC. Council also authorized funding for sidewalk improvements and ADA transition planning. Additionally, the city approved a franchise agreement with Ziply Fiber Pacific and Ziply Wireless.
- Approved sale of Monson Property at 2920 Outlook Road to Munsun Vedder Development LLC (7-0)
- Authorized $41,300 for North Avenue Sidewalk Improvement Project contract documents (7-0)
- Authorized $164,000 for ADA Transition Plan Self-Assessment Data Collection (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance for Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC and Ziply Wireless, LLC Franchise Agreement (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance amending SMC 5.42 (6-1)
- Authorized purchase of new Fire/EMS command vehicle (7-0)
- Approved payroll and claim vouchers totaling $1,738,107.43 (7-0)
- Authorized City Manager to organize a lunch for veterans attending Memorial Day Service
City Council Regular Meeting
The council unanimously approved a resolution ratifying the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Sunnyside and the Police Support Group represented by Teamsters Local 760, covering January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025. The consent agenda, including payroll vouchers totaling $505,579.60 and $147,492.48, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including payroll vouchers for $505,579.60 and $147,492.48 (7-0)
- Approved resolution ratifying Teamsters Local 760 police support staff CBA for 2023-2025 (7-0)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council ended the local emergency declaration due to COVID-19 and approved a waste management plan with Yakima County. Other actions included updating the business license revocation process and establishing an Opioid Abatement Council.
- Approved payroll vouchers for $507,836.62 (7-0)
- Approved claim vouchers totaling $1,332,297.64 (7-0)
- Adopted 20023 Yakima County Solid and Moderate Risk Waste Management Plan and Interlocal Agreement (5-2)
- Authorized City Manager to sign MOU for Greater Columbia Region Municipalities Opioid Abatement Council (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance updating SMC 2.02.020 Administrative Citation Fees (7-0)
- Signed declaration ending local emergency due to COVID-19
- Adopted ordinance updating the City business license revocation process (7-0)
Sunnyside Municipal Airport Advisory Board
The board will hold elections for a Chairman and Vice Chairman. Members will also receive updates regarding airport cameras and the Airport Layout Plan.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice Chairman
- Airport Camera Update
- Airport Layout Plan Update
The board elected a new Chair and approved the consent agenda. Members received updates on airport camera technical issues and the Airport Layout Plan process.
- Approved minutes from September 20, October 18, and November 1, 2023
- Elected Larry Dolan as Chair (5-0)
Parks & Recreation Commission Special Meeting
The commission will discuss changing the monthly meeting date to either the first or third Thursday. Staff members will also provide updates on the Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Brunch, and T-ball coaching.
- Discussion of changing meeting date to 1st Thursday or 3rd Thursday
- Recap of Easter Egg Hunt prizes and baskets
- Update on T-ball coaches
- Update on pool, lifeguards, and recreation leader
The board approved changing its monthly meeting date and appointed a secretary to record minutes. Staff provided updates on seasonal programs including the swimming pool and Easter events.
- Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Changed meeting date to the first Thursday of the month
- Appointed Cis Kinnard as Advisory Board Secretary
Civil Service Meeting
The commission will review previous meeting minutes from February 2023 and continue its ongoing review of civil service rules.
- Approval of February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
- Continued review of civil service rules
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Sunnyside Police Officers Guild and updated the city's classification and compensation schedule. Council also adopted an amendment to the 2023 budget and reallocated lodging tax funds for a local festival.
- Approved payroll vouchers totaling $711,528.62 (6-0)
- Approved claim vouchers totaling $300,000.29 (6-0)
- Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Sunnyside Police Officers Guild (6-0)
- Adopted ordinance updating Classification and Compensation Schedule (6-0)
- Adopted ordinance for Budget Amendment No. 1 (6-0)
- Approved $30,000 lodging tax fund reallocation for 2023 Sunnyside Cinco de Mayo Festival (6-0)
April 4th CED Commission Meeting
The commission started reviewing Economic Development Plans to incorporate information from the Roger Brooks report. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.
- Initiated review of Economic Development Plan and chapters to incorporate Roger Brooks information
- Discussed setting parameters for the Facade Improvement Loan Program
- Discussed downtown parking
- Proposed a joint meeting with the Parks Commission regarding park sign design
City Council Workshop
The City Council held a workshop to discuss proposed amendments to Title 17 of the Sunnyside Municipal Code. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved several task orders for engineering services and authorized a new policy manual for the city jail. The council also initiated the annexation of a specific property parcel and appointed two members to city boards.
- Repealed SMC 3.12 regarding Sale of Surplus City Property (7-0)
- Approved resolution declaring Monson Property surplus (7-0)
- Authorized $60,000 Task Order 2023-04 with HLA Engineering & Land Surveying for Catholic Charities project (7-0)
- Authorized $30,000 Task Order Amendment 2021-05 with HLA Engineering & Land Surveying for Franklin Court (7-0)
- Authorized agreement with Lexipol for Sunnyside Jail policy manual (7-0)
- Approved resolution to begin annexation of Robinson property parcel # 221035-21443 (7-0)
- Appointed Dennis Blumer to the Planning Commission
- Appointed Braiden Rice to the Board of Parks & Recreation
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Special Meeting
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved its official policy and selected a Vice Chairperson. The committee recommended that City Council reallocate 2023 Cinco de Mayo Festival funds from A&A Promotions to the City of Sunnyside. A funding request from American Legion Post 73 was held for consideration in 2024.
- Selected Lindsee Curfman as Vice Chairperson (4-0)
- Recommended holding American Legion Post 73's $15,000 request for 2024 applications
- Recommended City Council reallocate 2023 Cinco de Mayo Festival funds from A&A Promotions to the City of Sunnyside (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved the LTAC Policy as written (4-0)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved funding for lighting upgrades in all city buildings and authorized a municipal engineering services agreement with HLA Engineering & Land Surveying for FY2023-2025. The council also approved a consent agenda covering payroll and claim vouchers. A resolution to declare the Monson Property surplus was pulled from the agenda.
- Approved payroll and claim vouchers totaling $1,264,287.50 (7-0)
- Approved funding for lighting upgrades in all City buildings (7-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing agreement with HLA Engineering & Land Surveying for FY2023-2025 municipal engineering services (7-0)
- Pulled resolution declaring Monson Property surplus
- Pulled Task Order 2018-01, Amendment #1 for Water and Sewer Rate Study ($25,000)
Civil Service Commission Meeting
The Civil Service Commission will vote to certify a list of two candidates for entry-level police officer positions and approve minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes items from committee members and staff, and setting a date for the next meeting.
- Certify entry-level Police Officer list for Eleanor Morgan and Lauren Binfet
- Approve January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Items from committee members and staff
- Fix date and time for next meeting
The Commission approved the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting and certified the entry-level police officer list. A request was made by Police Chief Layman for a special meeting to certify a commanders list.
- Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)
- Certified entry-level police officer list (2-0)
City Council Workshop
The City Council held a workshop to discuss a proposed police take-home vehicle program, a draft purchasing and procurement policy, and updated leadership job descriptions. No formal votes were taken on the policies or job descriptions.
- Directed staff to find the cost of taking police vehicles home within 20-30 miles
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council approved a collective bargaining agreement for IAFF Local #3542 and accepted a $37,400 grant for public health services. The council also updated the Board of Parks & Recreation membership and authorized a mutual aid agreement for fire protection with the US Department of Energy Hanford site.
- Approved payroll vouchers of $508,732.94 and claim vouchers totaling $1,129,399.48 (7-0)
- Removed Vickie Verduzco, Ray Castro Escobar, and Javier Alvarez from the Board of Parks & Recreation
- Appointed Sherre Holden, Mike Aguirre, and Amy Rubio to the Board of Parks & Recreation
- Authorized City Manager to execute fire protection mutual aid agreement with US Department of Energy Hanford site (7-0)
- Authorized City Manager to accept $37,400 grant from Health Commons Project for public health services (7-0)
- Accepted Sign-Express BuyBoard pricing quote (7-0)
- Approved resolution for IAFF Local #3542 collective bargaining agreement for 2022-2023 (7-0)
Civil Service Commission Meeting
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from August 9, 2022. Members also voted on nominations for Chairman of the year and co-Chairman. The review of Civil Service Rules was deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved August 9, 2022, meeting minutes (2-0)
- Nominated Lloyd Hazzard for Chairman of the year (2-0)
- Nominated Lloyd Hazzard for co-Chairman (2-0)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council adopted the 2022 Yakima County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and updated the municipal code's schedule of fees and charges. The council also approved over $1.6 million in payroll and claim vouchers and assigned members to various boards and committees.
- Approved payroll vouchers $474,308.43 and $479,947.94 (7-0)
- Approved claim vouchers $275,889.22, $148,995.30, and $358,593.36 (7-0)
- Approved resolution adopting 2022 Yakima County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (7-0)
- Adopted ordinance updating SMC 2.02.020 Schedule of Fees and Charges (7-0)
- Assigned Councilor Hart as primary and Councilor Ripley as alternate delegate to YVCOG
- Assigned Councilor Restucci as representative to YVCOG Executive Committee
- Assigned Councilor Beeler as primary and Councilor Ripley as alternate to DRYVE Committee
- Assigned Mayor Broersma as representative to Yakima County Solid Waste Advisory Group