Pasco meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Pasco agendas: $15M water plant loan, $7.2M in claims, 122-lot plat — but no outcomes yet

Six Pasco public bodies were scheduled to meet between Oct. 13 and Oct. 22, but minutes have not been published for any of them. That means no votes, approvals or final outcomes from those meetings are confirmed. What follows is drawn from the published agendas, which show what was set for discussion or action.

Council agenda: $15 million water plant loan, $7.2 million in claims

The City Council's Oct. 19 regular meeting agenda listed a $15 million Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Loan for the Butterfield Water Treatment Plant Replacement project. The same agenda listed $7,244,985.94 in total claims for approval, $19,500 in Washington Traffic Safety Commission funding for traffic safety enforcement, and a $2,436.00 bad debt write-off. It also included a public meeting on the Soto Annexation Petition (ANX 2026-003).

Budget work spanned two sessions

The Oct. 13 workshop agenda included a presentation on the 2027-2028 budget, a proposed $19,500 reimbursement grant from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission for DUI, speed, distracted driving and seat-belt enforcement patrols, and an executive session to consider site selection or acquisition of real estate. A separate special meeting on Oct. 22 was set for a budget discussion with a period for public comments.

Hearing Examiner: 122-lot subdivision, car dealership, rezoning

The Oct. 14 Hearing Examiner agenda listed public hearings on three land-use requests: PP2026-001 Cherry Bloom, a preliminary plat for 122 single-family detached residential lots; SP2026-009, a Special Use Permit for a used motor vehicle dealership at Suite 104 of an existing commercial building; and Z2026-004 Haven Capital, a request to rezone 6.81 acres at 5115 Chapel Hill Blvd from R-T Residential Transition to R-1 Low Density Residential.

PFD board: claims, 2027 budget, executive director search

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board agenda for Oct. 20 included approval of September 2026 accounts payable claims totaling $523,337.72, discussion of the 2027 budget, a Request for Proposals for a new Executive Director, and reports on the Aquatic Center budget and operations.

Planning Commission meeting moved

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Oct. 15 was rescheduled to Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at 6:30 PM.

Coming up

Oct. 26 — City Council Workshop Meeting. The agenda lists proposed state and federal legislative priorities for 2027, including state funding requests of $30 million for the Road 76 Overpass, $3 million for the US 12/A Street Traffic Study, $2 million for the Butterfield Water Treatment Plant and $1 million for the Regional Softball Complex. Also listed: resolutions for a Wastewater Treatment Plant System Improvements professional services agreement with RH2 for engineering services, and a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement and Purchase Renewal; options for illegal fireworks enforcement (education, high-visibility or covert low-tolerance strategies); the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan; and a recap of the 2027-28 Biennium Budget.

Oct. 27 — Arts and Culture Commission. Discussion of art in City Hall, plus review and approval of minutes from the Aug. 25, 2026 meeting.

Oct. 29 — Planning Commission, 6:30 PM. Public hearings on the 2027 Community Development Block Grant program allocation, the Critical Areas Ordinance Update, the 2046 Comprehensive Plan Update, the Unified Development Code Update, and proposed Land Use Map and Zoning amendments.

Agendas are not outcomes. Readers should check the published minutes and official records for what each body actually decided.

Pasco Council to take up $15 million water plant loan and Soto annexation; outcomes of earlier meetings not yet published

Pasco City Council meets Oct. 19 at Pasco City Hall with a $15 million Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loan for the Butterfield Water Treatment Plant Replacement project on the agenda, along with a public meeting on the Soto annexation petition (ANX 2026-003) for 1117 Road 52, Parcel No. 119542042.

No minutes have been published for the council's Oct. 5 or Oct. 13 meetings, or for the other bodies that met in the past two weeks. The items below describe what was scheduled, not what was decided.

Water plant loan and annexation before the council

The Oct. 19 regular meeting agenda lists the $15 million loan, $7,244,985.94 in total claims for approval, $19,500 in Washington Traffic Safety Commission funding for traffic safety enforcement, and a $2,436.00 bad debt write-off.

Oct. 5: $5.1 million in claims and a land sale

The Oct. 5 agenda listed a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, claims totaling $5,119,041.21, and three Arts & Culture Commission appointments — Eleanor Neff, Destinee Rea and Aubrieann Johnson, appointed by Mayor Grimm. Separate resolutions would have authorized the sale of city-owned property at North 20th Avenue and West Argent (Parcel No. 113300252) and set the 7 p.m. Oct. 19 public meeting on the Soto annexation. A discussion-only item covered Transportation Benefit District Program Implementation.

Budget, grant and closed session Oct. 13

The council workshop agenda listed a presentation on the 2027-2028 budget; a proposed $19,500 reimbursement grant from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission for DUI, speed, distracted driving and seat-belt enforcement patrols; and an executive session to consider site selection or acquisition of real estate. No outcome has been published.

Hearing Examiner: 122-lot plat, dealership, rezoning

The Oct. 14 public hearings covered PP2026-001 Cherry Bloom, a preliminary plat for 122 single-family detached residential lots; SP2026-009, a special use permit for a used motor vehicle dealership at Suite 104 of an existing commercial building; and Z2026-004 Haven Capital, a request to rezone 6.81 acres at 5115 Chapel Hill Blvd from R-T Residential Transition to R-1 Low Density Residential.

Animal control statistics

The Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority's Oct. 8 agenda included an operational report with bi-monthly intake statistics of 190 dogs and 182 cats for August-September; year-to-date shelter statistics comparing 2025 and 2026; a case breakdown for 638 total cases across Richland, Kennewick and Pasco; volunteer hours totaling 5,493.75 year-to-date; and a review of staffing across 12 positions.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Oct. 6 agenda listed approval of the Sept. 1 minutes, continued discussion of the Sylvester plaque viewing and placement, and a workshop on access to the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. No public hearings were scheduled.

Planning Commission rescheduled

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Oct. 15 was rescheduled to Thursday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m.

Coming up

• **Oct. 19 — City Council Regular Meeting, Pasco City Hall:** $15 million water plant loan, Soto annexation public meeting, $7,244,985.94 in claims.
• **Oct. 20 — Pasco Public Facilities District Board:** September 2026 accounts payable claims totaling $523,337.72, 2027 budget discussion, a Request for Proposals for a new Executive Director, and reports on Aquatic Center budget and operations.
• **Oct. 29 — Planning Commission, 6:30 p.m.**

Pasco Council agenda lists $5.1M in claims and a land sale; Code Enforcement Board meeting cancelled

Pasco City Council's October 5 regular meeting agenda listed a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, $5,119,041.21 in claims, and three Arts & Culture Commission appointments, along with a resolution authorizing the sale of city-owned property at North 20th Avenue and West Argent (Parcel No. 113300252). Minutes for the recent meetings summarized here have not yet been published, so this roundup reports what was scheduled or listed, not what was decided.

City Council, Oct. 5

The agenda listed these items:

• Consent agenda: approval of meeting minutes, claims totaling $5,119,041.21, and confirmation of Mayor Grimm's appointments of Eleanor Neff, Destinee Rea, and Aubrieann Johnson to the Arts & Culture Commission.
• A resolution authorizing the sale of city-owned property at North 20th Avenue and West Argent, Parcel No. 113300252.
• A resolution setting 7:00 p.m. on October 19, 2026 for a public meeting on the Soto annexation (ANX 2026-003), 1117 Road 52, Parcel No. 119542042. The resolution sets a public meeting date; it does not itself decide the annexation.
• Discussion only: Transportation Benefit District Program Implementation.

Code Enforcement Board, Oct. 1 — cancelled

The board was scheduled to meet at 7:00 p.m. at Pasco City Hall, Council Chambers, with a Microsoft Teams option. The agenda's hearings section states "None; meeting cancelled." No code enforcement cases, amendments, or dismissals were listed. The remaining items were procedural: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, staff reports, and adjournment. The approval-of-minutes item was left blank with no meeting date filled in. The meeting would have been broadcast on PSC-TV Channel 191 and streamed at www.pasco-wa.gov/psctvlive.

Historic Preservation Commission, Oct. 6

The agenda listed approval of minutes from the September 1, 2026 meeting; continued discussion of the Sylvester plaque viewing and placement, noted as "if available"; and a workshop on access to the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. No public hearings were scheduled.

Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority, Oct. 8

The authority was set to receive an operational report and agency updates, including bi-monthly intake statistics of 190 dogs and 182 cats for August-September, year-to-date shelter statistics comparing 2025 and 2026, a case breakdown for 638 total cases across Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco, a volunteer hour report totaling 5,493.75 hours year-to-date, and a review of current staffing levels across 12 positions.

Coming up

• **Oct. 13 — City Council Workshop Meeting.** Discussion of the 2027-2028 budget; a proposed $19,500 reimbursement grant from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission for DUI, speed, distracted driving, and seat-belt enforcement patrols; and an executive session to consider site selection or acquisition of real estate.
• **Oct. 14 — Hearing Examiner public hearings.** PP2026-001 Cherry Bloom, a preliminary plat for 122 single-family detached residential lots; SP2026-009, a special use permit for a used motor vehicle dealership at Suite 104 of an existing commercial building; and Z2026-004 Haven Capital, a request to rezone 6.81 acres at 5115 Chapel Hill Blvd from R-T Residential Transition to R-1 Low Density Residential.
• **Oct. 15 — Planning Commission.** The regularly scheduled meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.

Pasco Council to weigh parking ban, $5.7M in claims; no decisions published yet

Pasco city boards and the City Council have a full slate of meetings this week, covering a proposed parking ban, a $5.7 million claims payment, affordable housing policies, and an update on the city’s health insurance loan. No minutes have been published for the meetings held in the past 14 days, so none of the items have been confirmed as decided.

City Council: Parking ban and $5.7M in claims

The City Council held a workshop on August 10 to discuss an ordinance that would prohibit on-street parking on both sides of N 27th Avenue between West Sylvester Street and West Irving Street. The change is intended to improve safety and access for delivery trucks and businesses. A public hearing on the ordinance was scheduled for August 17.

At the regular meeting on August 17, the consent agenda included approval of claims totaling $5,745,796.33 and the appointment of Mark Willer to the Franklin County Mosquito Control District Board of Trustees. The council also had two resolutions on the agenda: Resolution 4774, adopting an Affordable Housing Policies and Procedures Manual for HB 1406 funds, and Resolution 4775, updating the Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Citizen Participation Plan. Public comments were limited to three minutes per speaker.

Hearing Examiner recommends R-3 zoning for Goodwin annexation

On August 12, the Hearing Examiner held a public hearing on a zoning determination (ZD2026-001) for the Goodwin Annexation, a 6.19-acre parcel south of Harris Road, east of Shoreline Road, west of Broadmoor Boulevard, and north of I-182. Staff recommended assigning R-3 (Medium Density Residential) zoning, consistent with the Broadmoor Master Plan. The property is currently zoned C-1 under Franklin County jurisdiction and is largely vacant. The applicant is Haven Capital, LLC; the property is owned by Larry D. and Malvina A. Goodwin. Staff recommended approval with no additional conditions.

Public Facilities District: Executive Director search and Aquatic Center fees

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board met on August 18 to consider authorizing a Request for Proposals for a new Executive Director, approving an updated schedule of admission and rental fees for the Pasco Aquatic Center, and discussing maintenance and capital improvement policies. The board also planned to elect officers and seat new member Craig Maloney. The agenda included approval of July 2026 claims, with the amount to be added.

Animal Control Authority: shelter and policy discussions

The Tri-Cities Animal Control Authority (TCACA) met on August 19 to discuss animal control operations across Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland. The agenda included an operational report, agency reports, and discussions on shelter or pound options, management committee composition, and potential process and policy adjustments. No votes were listed on the agenda. The next TCACA meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2026.

Special meeting: survey and budget priorities

On August 21, the City Council held a special meeting to discuss citizen satisfaction survey results, a budget brief, and priority alignment. The agenda included measuring community ideas and reaching consensus on commitments. No formal votes or decisions were listed.

Coming up

Today, August 24, the City Council will hold a workshop with two presentations. The first is an update on the $6.5 million interfund loan to the Medical/Dental Insurance Fund, approved October 20, 2025, under Resolution 4660. Early results show costs at 86% of the funding target, $811,000 favorable. Medical/Rx claims are down 17.7% to $1,487 per employee per month, and total plan cost per employee is down 6.2%. The second presentation is an operations update for the Pasco Aquatic Center, which opened June 27, 2026, and is operated by the City under an interlocal agreement with the Pasco Public Facilities District. The workshop also includes a five-minute executive session with legal counsel on potential litigation.

No other meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days.

Pasco City Council to consider $5.7M in claims, affordable housing policies

The Pasco City Council will consider approving $5,745,796.33 in claims and adopting two affordable housing policies at its Aug. 17 regular meeting. No decisions from recent meetings have been published yet, as minutes are pending.

City Council regular meeting (Aug. 17)

The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling $5,745,796.33 and the appointment of Mark Willer to the Franklin County Mosquito Control District Board of Trustees. The council will also vote on two resolutions: Resolution 4774, adopting the Affordable Housing Policies and Procedures Manual for HB 1406 funds, and Resolution 4775, updating the Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Citizen Participation Plan. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

Recent council meetings

At its Aug. 3 regular meeting, the council was scheduled to hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 4851, renewing a moratorium on public essential facilities from Aug. 17, 2026 to Feb. 31, 2027. The agenda also included approval of claims totaling $4,848,019.56, project acceptance for the Schlagel Park Stormwater Main replacement by Big D's Construction of Tri-Cities (Resolution 4770), and resolutions setting public hearings for a Lightspeed Networks Inc. fiber optic franchise extension (Resolution 4771) and a Road 108 right-of-way vacation (Resolution 4772).

At an Aug. 10 workshop, the council discussed an ordinance to prohibit on-street parking on both sides of N 27th Avenue between West Sylvester Street and West Irving Street, citing safety and access for delivery trucks and businesses. A public hearing on that change is scheduled for Aug. 17. The council also reviewed an updated Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Citizen Participation Plan and a resolution adopting the Affordable Housing Policies and Procedures Manual for HB 1406 funds. An update on park bathroom security enhancement options was also on the agenda.

Other recent meetings

The Historic Preservation Commission met Aug. 4 to finalize discussions on the Sylvester plaque and received an update on the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center from Ryan Mahaffey.

The Code Enforcement Board met Aug. 6 in a procedural session. The agenda included approval of minutes from a cancelled August meeting, administration of oaths, and standard hearing items, but no specific enforcement cases were listed.

The Hearing Examiner held a public hearing Aug. 12 on a zoning determination for the Goodwin Annexation (ZD2026-001). Staff recommends assigning R-3 (Medium Density Residential) zoning to the 6.19-acre parcel, consistent with the Broadmoor Master Plan. The property, located south of Harris Road, east of Shoreline Road, west of Broadmoor Boulevard, and north of I-182, is currently zoned C-1 under Franklin County jurisdiction and is largely vacant. The applicant is Haven Capital, LLC; the property is owned by Larry D. and Malvina A. Goodwin. Staff recommends approval with no additional conditions.

Coming up

• Aug. 17: City Council regular meeting (see above)
• Aug. 18: Pasco Public Facilities District Board will consider authorizing a Request for Proposals for a new Executive Director, approving updated admission and rental fees for the Pasco Aquatic Center, and discussing maintenance and capital improvement policies. The board will also elect officers and seat new member Craig Maloney.

Pasco council agenda includes moratorium renewal, $4.8M claims; minutes pending

Pasco city officials met over the past two weeks on items ranging from a police chief swearing-in to a $4.8 million claims approval. Minutes for all recent meetings have not yet been published, so outcomes are not available. The most consequential agenda item was a vote on renewing a moratorium on public essential facilities, scheduled for the Aug. 3 City Council regular meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting (Aug. 3)

The council’s agenda included a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 4851, which would renew the moratorium on Public Essential Facilities from Aug. 17, 2026, to Feb. 31, 2027. The body also was scheduled to approve claims totaling $4,848,019.56.

Three resolutions were on the agenda:

• Resolution 4770: Project acceptance for the Schlagel Park Stormwater Main replacement by Big D’s Construction of Tri-Cities.
• Resolution 4771: Setting a public hearing for Lightspeed Networks Inc. Fiber Optic Franchise Extension.
• Resolution 4772: Setting a public hearing for the Road 108 right-of-way vacation (VAC2026-002).

City Council Workshop (July 27)

The workshop agenda included administering the oath of office to Police Chief Brent Cook. Council members also discussed:

• Cannabis retail license caps and revenue, including FY2025 retail distribution of $41,650.
• Legal parameters for anti-camping and quality of life ordinances.
• Traffic Safety Unit Funding Program.
• Extending the moratorium on Secure Community Transition Facilities.

Other recent meetings

• **Arts and Culture Commission (July 28):** Cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Aug. 25.
• **Historic Preservation Commission (Aug. 4):** Finalized discussion on the Sylvester plaque and received an update on the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center from Ryan Mahaffey.
• **Code Enforcement Board (Aug. 6):** Procedural meeting with no specific enforcement cases listed. The agenda included approval of minutes from a cancelled August meeting and standard hearing items (oaths, amendments, dismissals, motions). The meeting was broadcast live on PSC-TV and streamed online.

Coming up

• **City Council Workshop (Aug. 10, today):** The council will discuss an ordinance to prohibit parking on both sides of N 27th Avenue between West Sylvester Street and West Irving Street to improve safety and access for delivery trucks and businesses. A public hearing on the change is scheduled for Aug. 17. The council will also review an updated Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Citizen Participation Plan and a resolution adopting an Affordable Housing Policies and Procedures Manual for HB 1406 funds. An update on park bathroom security enhancement options is also on the agenda.
• **Hearing Examiner (Aug. 12):** Public hearing on the Goodwin Annexation zoning determination (ZD2026-001). Staff recommends forwarding a recommendation to the City Council to assign R-3 (Medium Density Residential) zoning to the 6.19-acre parcel, consistent with the Broadmoor Master Plan. The property is located south of Harris Road, east of Shoreline Road, west of Broadmoor Boulevard, north of I-182. Applicant is Haven Capital, LLC; property owned by Larry D. and Malvina A. Goodwin. Staff recommends approval with no additional conditions.

Pasco council agendas list $8.3 million in claims, annexation hearing; minutes not yet published

Pasco's recent government meetings remain in agenda-only status, with minutes not yet published, so no final decisions can be confirmed. The largest dollar item on any recent agenda was the City Council's July 20 regular meeting, which listed approval of claims totaling $8,281,420.02.

City Council — July 20

The July 20 regular meeting agenda included approval of claims totaling $8,281,420.02, a resolution authorizing a WSDOT detour agreement, and a public hearing on the Goodwin Annexation (ANX 2026-002). The agenda also listed a resolution for a Washington State University body-worn camera research agreement and appointments to the Planning Commission and Public Facilities District Board. Because minutes have not been published, it is not yet confirmed which items were approved.

City Council Workshop — July 27

The July 27 workshop agenda called for swearing in Police Chief Brent Cook. Council members were also scheduled to discuss cannabis retail license caps and revenue, with the agenda noting FY2025 retail distribution was $41,650. Additional discussion items included legal parameters for anti-camping and quality-of-life ordinances, the Traffic Safety Unit Funding Program, and extending the moratorium on Secure Community Transition Facilities. Minutes are not yet published.

Public Facilities District Board — July 21

The Pasco Public Facilities District Board meeting scheduled for July 21 was cancelled, according to the agenda record. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026.

A separate agenda entry for the same board and date listed June 2026 accounts payable claims totaling $2,394,643.96, a proposed new Sponsorship Policy, discussion of the Executive Director position and recruitment process, and review of a Wenaha Services change order via Resolution 2026-08. Because the meeting was cancelled, none of these items were acted on.

Arts and Culture Commission — July 28

The July 28 Arts and Culture Commission meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2026.

Coming up

City Council Regular Meeting — August 3: The agenda includes Ordinance 4851, renewing a moratorium on Public Essential Facilities from August 17, 2026, to February 31, 2027, along with a public hearing and vote. The council will also consider approval of claims totaling $4,848,019.56. Three resolutions are listed: Resolution 4770 for project acceptance of the Schlagel Park Stormwater Main replacement by Big D's Construction of Tri-Cities; Resolution 4771 setting a public hearing for the Lightspeed Networks Inc. Fiber Optic Franchise Extension; and Resolution 4772 setting a public hearing for the Road 108 right-of-way vacation (VAC2026-002).

Historic Preservation Commission — August 4: The agenda includes finalization of the Sylvester plaque discussion and an update on the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center from Ryan Mahaffey.

Public Facilities District Board — August 18: Next regular meeting following the July 21 cancellation.

Arts and Culture Commission — August 25: Next regular meeting following the July 28 cancellation.

Pasco City Council schedules $8.28M in claims, Broadmoor Master Plan update; minutes pending

Pasco's City Council had a busy two weeks on the agenda, with a July 13 workshop covering the Broadmoor Master Plan and a July 20 regular meeting that included more than $8.2 million in scheduled claims and a public hearing on a proposed annexation. However, minutes have not yet been published for either meeting, so the items below reflect what was agendized — not confirmed outcomes.

Broadmoor Master Plan and Frontage Code

The July 13 workshop included an informational presentation on the Broadmoor Master Plan, which guides development for approximately 1,240 acres in northwest Pasco. The council also had on its agenda a proposed ordinance amending frontage improvement codes for the R-15 and R-S-12 zones, plus resolutions tied to a WSDOT detour agreement and a Washington State University body-worn camera research project. A public comment period on electric-assisted bicycle laws was also listed.

July 20 Regular Meeting

The July 20 regular meeting agenda listed approval of claims totaling $8,281,420.02, a public hearing on the Goodwin Annexation (ANX 2026-002), and appointments to the Planning Commission and Public Facilities District Board. Resolutions for the WSDOT detour agreement and the WSU body-worn camera research agreement also appeared on the agenda. Because minutes are not yet available, it is not confirmed which items passed or how council members voted.

Public Facilities District Board

Two entries appear for the Pasco Public Facilities District Board on July 21. One states the meeting was cancelled, with no items discussed and the next regular meeting set for August 18, 2026. A second entry lists a meeting to approve June 2026 accounts payable claims totaling $2,394,643.96, a proposed new sponsorship policy, discussion of an Executive Director recruitment process, and review of a Wenaha Services change order via Resolution 2026-08. The source data does not resolve which entry reflects what occurred.

Coming Up

The City Council holds a workshop on Monday, July 27. The agenda includes swearing in Police Chief Brent Cook, a discussion of cannabis retail license caps and revenue (FY2025 retail distribution was $41,650), a discussion on legal parameters for anti-camping and quality-of-life ordinances, a discussion on Traffic Safety Unit funding, and a discussion on extending the moratorium on Secure Community Transition Facilities. Residents who want to hear directly from council members on these topics may want to attend.

Pasco council agendas cover $6.8M in bills, short-term rental rules, and Broadmoor plan; annexation hearing set for July 20

Pasco's recent government meetings covered a wide range of topics from short-term rental regulations to park grants, but minutes have not yet been published for any of the sessions held July 6–13. The items below reflect what was scheduled on each agenda; confirmed outcomes and vote tallies are not available yet.

City Council — July 6

The regular meeting agenda included approval of bills totaling $6,863,260.41, adoption of Ordinance No. 4847 regulating short-term rentals, and setting a date for a public hearing on the Goodwin Annexation. The council was also scheduled to hear a presentation on a Pasco Economic Development Project and discuss the Harris Road Realignment Agreement. Whether each item was approved as listed is not yet confirmed.

City Council Workshop — July 13

A workshop meeting featured an informational presentation on the Broadmoor Master Plan, which guides development for approximately 1,240 acres in northwest Pasco. The agenda also listed a resolution for a WSDOT Detour Agreement, a resolution for WSU Body-Worn Camera Research, an ordinance for R-15 and R-S-12 Frontage Improvement Code Amendments, and a public comment period on electric-assisted bicycle laws.

Hearing Examiner — July 8

The Hearing Examiner was scheduled to consider Special Use Permit SP2026-006, a request by Steve Culbert to develop a 1.00-acre contractor's plant or storage yard on an unaddressed lot between 3713 and 3905 E. A Street. Because the site is within 300 feet of a residential district, a special permit is required. The agenda also included SEPA 2026-010, a Determination of Non-Significance for grading and fencing, and discussion of required buffers including a 6-foot concrete block fence and irrigated landscaping. The site is in a C-3 General Business zone.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board — July 9

The board discussed its 2027 workplan, to be presented to City Council by the end of the year, and reviewed a Citizen Satisfaction Survey. Project updates on the agenda included a Local Parks Grant of $500,000 for Erwin Property Neighborhood Park, a WWRP Trails Grant of $1,600,000+ for Sacajawea Trail Levee Lowering, completion of the Memorial Park playfield conversion design now being sent out for bid, submission of the Road 80 Park building permit, and availability of the Kurtzman Building in Kurtzman Park for community rental.

Historic Preservation Commission — July 7

The commission continued discussions on a plaque for the Sylvester Donation, covering wording, materials, location, and size — approximately 36"x24", possibly 48" wide. Members also discussed adding a QR code on a secondary plaque and including exact dates. An update on guard rails at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center was also scheduled.

Coming up

The Pasco City Council meets July 20 for a regular meeting that includes approval of claims totaling $8,281,420.02, a public hearing on the Goodwin Annexation (ANX 2026-002), a resolution authorizing a WSDOT detour agreement, a resolution for a WSU body-worn camera research agreement, and appointments to the Planning Commission and Public Facilities District Board.

Pasco meetings: short-term rental rules, $6.8M bills, and a contractor's yard hearing on the agenda

Most Pasco advisory and council meetings held over the past week ran from agendas only; minutes have not yet been published, so the items below describe what was scheduled for consideration rather than confirmed outcomes. Residents should watch the city's official records for final votes and decisions.

City Council — July 6

The Pasco City Council's regular meeting agenda included approval of bills totaling $6,863,260.41, the largest dollar item this week. The council was also scheduled to consider adopting Ordinance No. 4847, which would regulate short-term rentals, and to set a date for a public hearing on annexing the Goodwin property.

Other agenda items were a presentation on a Pasco Economic Development Project and a discussion of the Harris Road Realignment Agreement. Because minutes are not yet published, it is not confirmed which items were approved or deferred.

Hearing Examiner — July 8

The Hearing Examiner was scheduled to hold a hearing on Special Use Permit SP2026-006, a request by Steve Culbert to develop a 1.00-acre contractor's plant or storage yard on an unaddressed lot between 3713 and 3905 E. A Street. The site is in a C-3 General Business zone but lies within 300 feet of a residential district, so a special permit is required to confirm the use is compatible with the neighborhood.

The agenda also listed SEPA 2026-010, a Determination of Non-Significance for grading and fencing, and discussion of required buffers, including a 6-foot concrete block fence and irrigated landscaping.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board — July 9

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board agenda focused on the 2027 workplan, which is to be presented to City Council by the end of the year. The board was also set to review a Citizen Satisfaction Survey and updates on park standards and facility grants.

Grant items on the agenda included a Local Parks Grant of $500,000 for the Erwin Property Neighborhood Park and a WWRP Trails Grant of more than $1,600,000 for the Sacajawea Trail Levee Lowering. Project updates listed were: Memorial Park playfield conversion design complete and going out for bid; Road 80 Park building permit submitted; and the Kurtzman Building in Kurtzman Park now available for community rental.

Historic Preservation Commission — July 7

The Historic Preservation Commission was scheduled to continue work on a plaque for the Sylvester Donation, discussing wording, materials, location, and size — approximately 36"x24", possibly 48" wide. A secondary plaque with a QR code and the inclusion of exact dates was also listed for discussion. The commission was to receive an update on guard rails at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. No public hearings were scheduled.

Coming up

• **City Council Workshop — July 13:** Informational presentation on the Broadmoor Master Plan, covering about 1,240 acres in northwest Pasco; resolutions on a WSDOT detour agreement and a WSU body-worn camera research project; a proposed ordinance on R-15 and R-S-12 frontage improvement code amendments; and public comment on electric-assisted bicycle laws.

All details above are drawn from posted agendas. Final actions, vote tallies, and any amendments will appear in the official minutes once published.

Pasco council set to take up short-term rental rules, $6.8M in bills July 6; recent meeting minutes still pending

Recent meetings: minutes not yet published

The Pasco City Council held three public sessions over the past two weeks, but minutes have not yet been published for any of them, so formal outcomes and vote tallies are not available.

On June 22, the Council held a workshop to review proposed code amendments for Essential Public Facilities and Less Restrictive Alternative housing, including siting and safety standards. A public hearing on the amendments was held June 1, with a second hearing and potential action scheduled for July 6. The workshop also included presentations on the 2026 Citizen Satisfaction Survey results, annual Process Water Reuse Facility customer rates, fireworks community engagement and noise enforcement, and a resolution for an interagency agreement with the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission.

On June 23, the Council held a special joint meeting with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss economic development, business growth, and community priorities. No votes or formal actions were scheduled.

On June 24, the Arts and Culture Commission reviewed a call for art for STCU box wraps, discussed a potential STCU mural, and reviewed the Noburo "Peanuts" Fukuda statue plaque.

Coming up

July 6 — City Council Regular Meeting. The Council will consider approving bills totaling $6,863,260.41 and adopting Ordinance No. 4847, which would regulate short-term rentals. Members will also consider setting a date for a public hearing on annexing the Goodwin property. The agenda includes a presentation on a Pasco Economic Development Project and discussion of a Harris Road Realignment Agreement.

July 7 — Historic Preservation Commission. The commission will continue discussions on the design and placement of a plaque for the Sylvester Donation, including materials, size (approximately 36"x24", possibly 48" wide), wording, and family names. Members will also discuss a QR code on a secondary plaque and whether to include exact dates. An update on the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center guard rails is scheduled. No public hearings are planned.

July 8 — Hearing Examiner. The Hearing Examiner will consider Special Use Permit SP2026-006, a request by Steve Culbert to develop a 1.00-acre contractor's plant or storage yard on an unaddressed lot between 3713 and 3905 E. A Street. Because the site is within 300 feet of a residential district, a special permit is required. The agenda includes SEPA 2026-010 Determination of Non-Significance for grading and fencing, and discussion of required buffers, including a 6-foot concrete block fence and irrigated landscaping. The site is in a C-3 General Business zone.

Pasco Council Reviews Housing Codes, Economy; No Formal Votes Taken

The Pasco City Council held a workshop and a special joint meeting in late June but recorded no final decisions, while arts and culture commissioners discussed public art calls. Looking ahead, the council will consider short-term rental regulations and $6.8 million in spending at its July 6 meeting.

Workshop on Housing Codes

During a June 22 workshop, council members reviewed proposed code amendments for Essential Public Facilities (EPF) and Less Restrictive Alternative (LRA) housing. The discussion covered siting and safety standards. A public hearing was held June 1, and a second hearing with potential action is scheduled for July 6. No votes were taken during the workshop.

The session also included presentations on the 2026 Citizen Satisfaction Survey, annual rates for the Process Water Reuse Facility, and fireworks enforcement. An interagency agreement with the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission was listed as a discussion item.

Chamber of Commerce Meeting

On June 23, the council held a special meeting with the Pasco Chamber of Commerce to discuss economic development, business growth, and community priorities. The agenda specified that no formal actions would be taken.

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission met June 24 to review a call for art for STCU box wraps and a potential STCU mural. Commissioners also examined a plaque design for the Noburo ‘Peanuts’ Fukuda statue. No decisions were reported.

Coming Up

July 6 – City Council Regular Meeting

The council is expected to adopt Ordinance No. 4847 regulating short-term rentals and set a public hearing date for the Goodwin Annexation. Council members will also consider approval of bills totaling $6,863,260.41 and hear a presentation on a local economic development project. The agenda includes a discussion on the Harris Road Realignment Agreement.

July 7 – Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will continue work on a plaque commemorating the Sylvester Donation, discussing design, wording, materials, and size (approximately 36 by 24 inches, possibly 48 inches wide). The inclusion of a QR code on a secondary plaque and exact dates will also be discussed. An update on guard rails at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center is scheduled.

July 8 – Hearing Examiner

Steve Culbert is requesting a special use permit (SP2026-006) to develop a 1.00-acre contractor’s plant or storage yard on an unaddressed lot between 3713 and 3905 E. A Street. The site is within 300 feet of a residential district, requiring a special permit. The proposal includes a 6-foot concrete block fence and irrigated landscaping for buffers, along with SEPA determination of non-significance (SEPA 2026-010) for grading and fencing.