Aberdeen public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding 2024 Lodging Tax Grants, including a grant to the Harbor Art Guild. The body is also considering a contract renewal for a finance and accounting consultant and several public safety and works agreements.

• Contract renewal for Finance & Accounting Consultant Tara Dunford at $185/hour, not to exceed $133,200
• 2024 Lodging Tax Grant award to Harbor Art Guild
• Memorandum of Understanding between Grays Harbor Emergency Medical Services and Aberdeen Fire Department
• Homeland Security Region 3 Omnibus Agreement extension
• Stormwater Capacity Grant through the Washington State Department of Ecology

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council is meeting to discuss several grant applications and interlocal agreements for public safety and infrastructure. Key items include funding for road safety, park art, and EMS service contracts for 2024.

• Proposed $450,000 TIB grant for US 101 Safety Improvement Project (sidewalks, curb ramps, and bike lanes)
• Proposed $970,000 repayment to the Department of Commerce for Gateway Center property acquisition
• Proposed $125,000 DNR Forestry Grant and $50,000 Grays Harbor Community Foundation Grant for Market Street Roundabout art
• Award of 9th and Alden Road Booster Pump Replacement project to APSCO LLC
• EMS service agreements for 2024 with Grays Harbor Fire Districts 10, 15, and Emergency Medical Services

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the third reading and final passage of Bill 23-16 to adopt the 2024 Preliminary Budget. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Hazard Mitigation Plan by Rick Sangder.

• Third reading and Final Passage of Bill 23-16 (2024 Preliminary Budget)
• Hazard Mitigation Plan presentation by Rick Sangder

City Council

The City Council is considering the final passage of the preliminary 2024 budget and the 2024 property tax levy. The body will also decide on a 2023 supplemental budget and an updated Shoreline Master Program.

• Bill 23-16: Preliminary 2024 Budget (Third reading/Final Passage)
• Bill 23-15: 2024 Levy upon taxable property (Third reading/Final Passage)
• Bill 23-14: 2023 Supplemental Budget including a $970,000 repayment of a Dept of Commerce grant for the Gateway Center Project
• Bill 23-17: Updated Shoreline Master Program (Third reading/Final Passage)
• Contract with Gordon Thomas Honeywell for 2024-2025 governmental affairs services regarding the Aberdeen-Hoquiam Flood Protection and US 12 Highway Rail Separation projects

City Council

The City Council will hold second readings for the preliminary 2024 budget, the 2024 taxable property levy, and a 2023 supplemental budget. The meeting includes a public hearing on the final adoption of an updated Shoreline Master Program and a public hearing regarding judge pay rates.

• Bill 23-14: Supplemental budget to change 2023 appropriations and expenditures totaling $1,358,350
• Bill 23-15: 2024 Levy upon taxable property
• Bill 23-16: Preliminary 2024 Budget
• Bill 23-17: Updated Shoreline Master Program and amendments to AMC 14.50
• Bill 23-18: Modification of Judge and Pro Tem Judge pay rates

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hold public hearings on the 2023 supplemental budget, the 2024 property tax levy, and the preliminary 2024 budget, followed by first readings of the corresponding ordinances. The council will also consider first readings of ordinances on the Shoreline Master Program and the Pro Tem Judge hourly rate, and make appointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill 23-14: 2023 supplemental budget, increasing appropriations by $1,358,350 across multiple funds
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill 23-15: 2024 property tax levy, set at $3,240,131 (a $131 increase from 2023)
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill 23-16: Preliminary 2024 budget
• First reading of Bill 23-17: updated Shoreline Master Program and amendments to AMC 14.50
• First reading of Bill 23-18: ordinance modifying the Pro Tem Judge hourly rate

City Council

The City Council is considering an amended contract to use 2023 Lodging Tax Grant Funds for downtown mural maintenance. Additionally, the Council will review a request to authorize reforestation of recently harvested land at Lake Aberdeen.

• Amended contract for downtown mural maintenance using 2023 Lodging Tax Grant Funds
• Authorization for the City Forester to prepare harvested land at Lake Aberdeen for reforestation
• Appointment of Lee Bacon to the Arts Commission
• Presentation by Timberland Regional Library

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hold a public hearing on revenue sources for the 2024 budget and consider several action items, including a contract for a heritage grant, surplus declarations, and a temporary fire captain appointment. The agenda also includes routine consent items and reports.

• Public hearing on 2024 budget revenue sources
• Authorize Mayor to sign contract #25-27 with Washington State Historical Society for $241,500 Capital Heritage Grant (reimbursed $205,000) for 118 W. Wishkah St. museum remodel
• Declare 2001 Burn Trailer and 2010 Ford Ambulance (Vehicle #152) as surplus
• Temporarily appoint Trevor Wheeler to Fire Captain effective October 1, 2023
• Adopt resolution authorizing policy on use of investment interest toward General Fund

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will consider several actions, including applying for a $100,000 state park maintenance grant, authorizing a consulting agreement for the North Aberdeen Bridge Project, declaring an emergency to waive bidding for a public works project, and final passage of an ordinance to vacate part of Rogers Street. The agenda also includes routine consent items and reports.

• Authorize Parks Director to apply for Washington Recreation and Conservation Office Local Park Maintenance Grant up to $100,000
• Authorize surplus of Fordson Tractor and transfer to Roger White
• Adopt resolution designating Mayor and City Administrator as representatives to Local Government Investment Pool
• Authorize consulting services agreement with David Evans and Associates for North Aberdeen Bridge Project design phase 1
• Third reading and final passage of Bill 23-13 vacating portion of Rogers Street

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hold a public hearing and take a second reading vote on an ordinance to vacate a 30-foot-wide portion of Rogers Street right-of-way abutting Lot 16 in Block 10 of the Northern Pacific Addition. The council will also consider authorizing the surplus of a 1992 Genie lift and a hydraulic ditching bucket, and approve two personnel promotions. The agenda includes routine consent items and reports.

• Public hearing and second reading of Bill 23-13 to vacate eastern 30 feet of Rogers Street right-of-way abutting Lot 16, Block 10, Northern Pacific Addition; revenue of $4,212.00
• Request to surplus equipment #SEWER GL2 (1992 Z-30 Genie lift) and a hydraulic ditching bucket via GovDeals; proceeds to Sewer Equipment Rental Reserve Fund
• Request to adopt job description and promote Becky Ellis to Executive Assistant to the Police Chief
• Request to adopt job description and promote George Welch to Parking Enforcement Officer II
• Consent agenda includes approval of August 9, 2023 minutes, accounts payable, and payroll

The City Council approved an ordinance to vacate a portion of Rogers Street and authorized the sale of surplus sewer equipment. The council also adopted job descriptions and approved promotions for two city positions.

• Approved Bill 23-13 to vacate a portion of Rogers Street (voice vote)
• Approved surplus of equipment #SEWER GL2, 1992 Z-30 Genie lift, and Hydraulic Ditching Bucket via GovDeals (voice vote)
• Approved job description and promotion of Becky Ellis to Executive Assistant to the Police Chief (voice vote)
• Approved job description and promotion of George Welch to Parking Enforcement Officer II (voice vote)
• Cancelled the August 30, 2023, regularly scheduled City Council meeting (voice vote)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hear a presentation on the comprehensive zoning code update, consider placing 118 W. Wishkah on the local Historic Register, and decide whether to replace the Wishkah River Bridge sign. They will also vote on consent agenda items including minutes, accounts payable, payroll, and the July homeless report, plus several action items such as additional museum funding and an emergency services agreement.

• Zoning code update presentation by Community Development
• Request to add $5,000 to Museum Fund 125 for artifact displays at 118 W. Wishkah
• Approve Public Consulting Group Emergency Services Agreement for Ground Emergency Transport Program
• First reading of Bill 23-13 to vacate a portion of Rogers Street
• Decision on replacing the Wishkah River Bridge sign

The City Council approved placing 118 W. Wishkah on the local Historic Register and authorized funding for museum displays at that location. The council also approved an emergency services agreement and an engineering supplemental agreement for a rail separation project.

• Approved placing 118 W. Wishkah on the local Historic Register
• Authorized $5,000 for Museum Fund 125 for artifact displays at 118 W. Wishkah (9-1)
• Approved Public Consulting Group Emergency Services Agreement for Ground Emergency Transport Program
• Authorized Supplemental Agreement #2 with David, Evans, and Associate for U.S. Highway 12 Rail Separation Project
• Approved first reading of Bill 23-13 to vacate a portion of Rogers Street
• Approved Friends of the Museum storefront façade display at 118 W. Wishkah
• Approved prospective appointees to the Aberdeen Arts Commission
• Rescheduled 2024 City Council Budget Workshop to September 20

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hear the 2022 police annual report and homelessness survey results, then consider several action items including interlocal agreements with Grays Harbor College, a resolution for vacant commercial building fees, an MOU with Harbor Regional Health, and contracts for sidewalk and arterial projects. They will also discuss an EMS cost study, portable speed devices, and a possible street vacation.

• Interlocal agreements with Grays Harbor College for field use and repairs
• Resolution adopting fees for vacant commercial buildings ordinance
• MOU with Harbor Regional Health for alternate Emergency Operations Center
• Consulting services agreement with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for Sumner Ave (US 101) Sidewalk Improvements
• Contract with Lakeside Industries for Arterial Connection Project

The City Council adopted Resolution 2023-19 to establish fees for vacant commercial buildings. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and authorized an EMS Cost of Service Study.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-19 adopting fee for the vacant Commercial buildings Ordinance (9-1)
• Authorized Mayor to sign interlocal agreements with Grays Harbor College for field use (Voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to sign field repairs agreement with Grays Harbor College (Voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to sign MOU with Harbor Regional Health for alternate Emergency Operations Center (Voice vote)
• Approved moving forward with the EMS Cost of Service Study (Voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to execute consulting services agreement with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for Sumner Ave (US 101) Sidewalk Improvements (Voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to execute contract agreement with Lakeside Industries for the Arterial Connection Project (Voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-20 setting a public hearing date for the proposed vacation of a portion of Rogers Street (Voice vote)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will consider several contracts and ordinances, including agreements for fire suppression and EMS services with Cosmopolis, a construction contract for the A Street and I Street project, and a lease extension for 100 South I Street. The council will also hold public hearings and readings on ordinances related to the electrical code, rent increase notice periods, and zoning code changes, plus final votes on parking fines, vacant commercial building maintenance, and shopping cart rules.

• Authorize Mayor to sign MOU for fire suppression services with City of Cosmopolis
• Authorize Mayor to sign EMS Services agreement with City of Cosmopolis
• Authorize Mayor to execute contract with Rognlins, Inc for A Street and I Street Construction Project
• Third reading and final passage of Bill No. 23-06 updating parking violation fines
• Public hearing on Bill No. 23-10 amending Electrical Code section 15.36.040

The City Council approved several ordinances, including new requirements for rent increase notices and maintenance standards for vacant downtown commercial buildings. The council also authorized contracts for road construction and emergency services agreements with the City of Cosmopolis.

• Approved lease extension for 100 South I Street (9-2)
• Authorized MOU and EMS Services agreements with City of Cosmopolis
• Passed Ord. No. 6696 updating parking violation fine amounts
• Passed Ord. No. 6697 amending the Electrical Code
• Passed Ord. No. 6698 increasing notice period for substantial rent increases
• Passed Ord. No. 6699 amending zoning Code Chapter 17.24
• Passed Ord. No. 6700 regarding maintenance of vacant downtown commercial buildings
• Passed Ord. No. 6701 regarding shopping cart containment and retrieval

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including updating parking fines, regulating vacant commercial buildings downtown, and shopping cart containment. They will also consider awarding a $246,411.72 police roof repair contract, approving a 3-year fire suppression services contract with the state, and other personnel and public works items.

• Award police roof project to Washington Roofing Solutions LLC for $246,411.72
• Approve 3-year fire suppression contract with WA Dept. of Corrections, $82,971.76 in year one
• Public hearings on parking fine increases, vacant commercial building maintenance, and shopping cart rules
• First readings of ordinances on electrical code, rent increase notice, and zoning code changes
• Authorize extension of temporary paid assistance for former Deputy Police Chief Jay Staten through Dec 31, 2023

The City Council approved a 2023-2025 labor contract with the Aberdeen Police Officers Guild and passed ordinances regarding parking fines, shopping cart retrieval, and vacant commercial building maintenance. The council also authorized several public safety and public works contracts and personnel changes.

• Approved 2023-2025 labor contract with Aberdeen Police Officers Guild (Resolution #2023-18)
• Approved Bill 23-06 to update parking violation fine amounts
• Approved Bill 23-07 regarding maintenance of vacant Commercial Buildings in downtown Business District
• Approved Bill 23-09 regarding shopping cart containment and retrieval
• Awarded Police Department roof project to Washington Roofing Solutions LLC
• Approved fire suppression services contract with Washington State Department of Corrections
• Authorized Mayor to sign amended interlocal agreement with Basin Communities and Chehalis River Basin Flood Authority
• Authorized WSDOT agreements for Sumner Ave (US 101) Pedestrian Improvements

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will consider several action items, including accepting a donated parcel of land, approving a 3-year maintenance agreement with Stryker for fire equipment, and adopting a security camera policy for police. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances updating parking fines, regulating vacant commercial buildings downtown, and requiring shopping cart containment. Discussions are scheduled on charitable food donation requirements and the city's zoning code.

• Acceptance of land donated by estate of John and Bonnie Jackson
• 3-year service agreement with Stryker for cardiac monitors, stair chairs, gurneys
• Approval of 'Use of Security Cameras' policy
• First reading of Bill 23-06 updating parking violation fines
• First reading of Bill 23-07 establishing maintenance rules for vacant commercial buildings downtown

The City Council approved several public works contracts, including pedestrian safety improvements and slide repair. The council also passed resolutions updating the police fee schedule and the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan. First readings were held for ordinances regarding parking fines, shopping cart containment, and vacant commercial building maintenance.

• Accepted donated land parcel from the estate of John and Bonnie Jackson
• Approved 3-year service agreement with Stryker for fire department equipment
• Approved 'Use of Security Cameras' policy (Councilmember Ellis abstained)
• Authorized agreement with RH2 Engineering for Systemic Pedestrian Safety Improvements
• Approved unbudgeted $55,500 purchase of an RC Mower
• Authorized task order #14 with HDR Engineering for 3rd Avenue slide repair
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-16 updating the Police Department Fee Schedule
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-17 for the 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Plan

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will consider authorizing Public Works staff to work with Ameresco to submit a grant application for up to $15 million from the U.S. DOT Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) program. The grant would fund electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Aberdeen and other Grays Harbor County communities, with the city as primary recipient. The council will also hold public comment and routine reports.

• Motion to authorize Public Works to submit CFI grant application for up to $15,000,000
• Grant would fund EV charging infrastructure in Aberdeen and sub-recipient agencies in Grays Harbor County
• Project includes a 20% match, but a 30% cash grant (potentially 50% with adders) is expected to cover it
• Grant funds must be obligated by 9/30/2026 and expended by 9/30/2031
• Ameresco to provide services, with grant writing done pro bono

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will discuss and consider several items, including reprioritizing City Hall security funds, a proposed 180-day notice for mobile home rent increases over 5%, a Vacant Building Program, and a shopping cart containment program. They will also hold public hearings on the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, an ordinance making possession of legend drugs a gross misdemeanor, and the Shoreline Master Program. The agenda includes routine consent items and reports.

• Discussion to postpone City Hall parking lot fence and use $40,000 for new security door locks
• Proposed amendment to AMC 5.06 requiring 180-day notice for mobile home rent increases over 5%
• Discussion of Vacant Building Program to address concerns
• Proposed amendment to AMC 8.08 for shopping cart containment and retrieval for retailers with over 20 carts
• Public hearing on Bill 23-05 making possession of legend drugs a gross misdemeanor

The Council passed Ordinance 6695 to classify the possession of legend drugs as a gross misdemeanor. Other actions included approving a high school firefighting training contract and reprioritizing City Hall security funding. A request to apply for a CFI grant with Ameresco was denied.

• Approved Ordinance 6695 making possession of legend drugs a Gross Misdemeanor
• Approved contract with Aberdeen School District for summer high school firefighting training
• Approved reprioritizing City Hall security funds from parking lot fencing to lobby and stairwell locks
• Approved surplus of Fire Department vehicle #142 (2007 Ford Ambulance)
• Denied authorization to work with Ameresco for a CFI grant request (5-7)
• Approved appointment of Scott Beatty to the Board of Museum and History
• Approved request for report on city costs spent to mitigate homelessness
• Recommended support for the Mainstreet Pilot Project (11-1)

City Council

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance regarding legend drug possession and authorized a work order for the Fry Creek Restoration Project. The council also approved the surplus of three handguns and a resolution allowing electronic signatures.

• Adopted first reading of bill 23-05 making possession of legend drugs a gross misdemeanor (voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Maul Foster Alongi Work Order No. 5 for Fry Creek Restoration Project (voice vote)
• Approved request to surplus three used Glock-17 handguns for sale and transfer to retired officers (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution authorizing the use of electronic signatures (voice vote)
• Set May 24, 2023, as the public hearing date for the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan 2023-2029 (voice vote)
• Approved drafting a letter of support for the non-profit Water Keepers state grant application (voice vote)
• Authorized City Administrator to research costs for volunteer cleanup kits (voice vote)
• Approved the consent agenda (voice vote)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will consider several action items, including authorizing the mayor to sign an agreement allowing Grays Harbor Fire District 2 to use the city's Verizon contract and AVL infrastructure, awarding the Bench Drive Pump Station Replacement project to Custom Water Solutions, and approving a timber sale to Blue Diamond Timber. They will also vote on hiring a temporary employee, adopting job descriptions for Custodian I and II, and promoting Lisa Nicklas to Accountant II. Additionally, the council will discuss adopting an Electronic and Digital Signature policy.

• Authorize mayor to sign agreement for Grays Harbor Fire District 2 use of Verizon contract and AVL infrastructure
• Award Bench Drive Pump Station Replacement project to Custom Water Solutions
• Approve timber sale award to Blue Diamond Timber
• Hire temporary employee via Express for medical leave coverage (June 1–Sept 30, 2023, max 480 hours)
• Adopt Electronic Funds Transfer policy resolution (revised) and discuss Electronic/Digital Signature policy

The City Council approved a contract for the Bench Drive Pump Station Replacement and awarded a timber sale to Blue Diamond Timber. The council also adopted a new Electronic Funds Transfers policy and approved several personnel changes and job classifications.

• Awarded Bench Drive Pump Station Replacement project to Custom Water Solutions (voice vote)
• Awarded timber sale to Blue Diamond Timber (voice vote)
• Adopted Electronic Funds Transfers policy via Resolution 2023-13 (voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to sign agreement for Grays Harbor Fire District 2 to use City Verizon contract and AVL infrastructure (voice vote)
• Approved hiring a temporary employee through Express from June 1 to September 30, 2023 (voice vote)
• Adopted job descriptions for Custodian I and II and authorized recruitment for one position (voice vote)
• Adopted revised Accountant II job description and promoted Lisa Nicklas to Accountant II (voice vote)
• Cancelled scheduled City Council meeting for May 31, 2023 (voice vote)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will vote on several action items, including interlocal agreements for fire response, a $52,900 contract for a levee emergency action plan, and a resolution for sole-source wastewater monitoring devices. They will also hold a second reading of an ordinance to vacate a portion of Tecumseh Street and discuss building improvement costs for 118 W Wishkah Street and vacant buildings.

• Interlocal agreement with Grays Harbor Fire District #2 for joint structure fire response
• Professional service agreement with Varius, Inc. for $52,900 for South Side Levee Emergency Action Plan
• Resolution waiving competitive bidding for Hach Company wastewater flow monitoring devices
• Second reading of Bill 23-04 to vacate a portion of Tecumseh Street in North Aberdeen
• Purchase of snowplow and sander with added budgetary cost of $4,450

The City Council approved several public works expenditures, including a $52,900 levee plan and a $32,000 wastewater plant repair. The Council also authorized interlocal agreements for fire response and the vacation of a portion of Tecumseh Street. A request for a City-Wide Electronic Fund Transfer Policy was tabled.

• Approved $52,900 agreement with Varius, Inc. for South Side Levee Emergency Action Plan
• Approved $32,000 for wastewater treatment plant step screen repair
• Approved $4,450 for purchase of a snowplow and sander
• Approved interlocal agreement with Grays Harbor Fire District #2 for joint structure fire response
• Approved Mobilization Cooperation Interlocal Agreement for state wildfire mobilizations
• Approved agreement with Public Consulting Group for Medicare Ground Ambulance Data Collection Survey
• Approved Ordinance No. 6694 to vacate a portion of Tecumseh Street
• Tabled City-Wide Electronic Fund Transfer Policy

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will discuss the Young Street Bridge project, including whether to rehabilitate or replace the aging structure and how to preserve its historical ties to Kurt Cobain. The council will also consider several routine items, including a bid for a heat pump, a grant application for hotel/motel vouchers, and adoption of stormwater plans.

• Discussion on Young Street Bridge replacement vs. rehabilitation, with $23.1 million federal grant
• Bid from Advanced Heating and Air Inc. for ductless heat pump at Pioneer Park caretaker's house
• Joint application with Grays Harbor County for Shelter Program Funding Grant for hotel/motel vouchers
• Adoption of 2023 Stormwater Management Action Plan and Program Plan
• First reading of Bill 23-04 to vacate a portion of Tecumseh Street

The City Council adopted the 2023 Stormwater Management Action Plan and Program Plan. The council also approved a change to the reporting structure for several department directors and chiefs. Other actions included approving a credit card use policy and authorizing pedestrian improvements on Sumner Avenue.

• Adopted 2023 Stormwater Management Action Plan (voice vote)
• Adopted 2023 Stormwater Management Program Plan (voice vote)
• Approved reporting structure change for department directors and chiefs (9-2)
• Approved written policy for City issued credit cards (voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to sign joint application for hotel/motel voucher grant (voice vote)
• Approved bid from Advanced Heating and Air Inc. for Pioneer Park caretaker’s house (voice vote)
• Authorized agreements and bidding for Sumner Avenue Pedestrian Improvements (voice vote)
• Appointed Denver Robbins to the Grays Harbor Historical Seaport Board (voice vote)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hold public hearings on stormwater management plans and a street vacation, and consider a $159,367 contract for US 101 safety improvement design. They will also vote on purchasing a phishing protection system and adopting a new mission statement.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2023 Stormwater Management Program Plan
• Public hearing and adoption of Stormwater Management Action Plan
• Public hearing on vacation of portion of Tecumseh Street in North Aberdeen
• Contract with HDR, Inc. for $159,367 for US 101 Safety Improvement Project design
• Purchase of Abnormal Security Suite for $28,998.93 for email phishing protection

The City Council authorized a consulting agreement with HDR, Inc. for the design of the US 101 Safety Improvement Project. The council also adopted a new city mission statement, values, and strategies. Additionally, the city approved the purchase of a phishing protection system for email.

• Approved $159,367 contract with HDR, Inc. for US 101 Safety Improvement Project design (9-1)
• Approved Resolution # 2023-10 adopting new City Mission Statement, Values, and Strategies
• Approved purchase and installation of Abnormal Security Suite phishing protection
• Closed public hearing on 2023 Stormwater Management Program Plan (no testimony)
• Closed public hearing on Stormwater Management Action Plan (no testimony)
• Closed public hearing on the vacation of a portion of Tecumseh Street

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023 Transportation Benefit District plan and consider authorizing agreements for two major projects: Systemic Pedestrian Safety Improvements and the North Aberdeen Bridge Replacement. The council will also vote on several personnel actions, including a new reporting structure for department heads, hiring a lateral firefighter, and adopting a new collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME. Other items include a final vote on an ordinance about improper use of the emergency communications system, a proclamation for Red Cross Month, and approval of a $29,503.19 purchase for a John Deere Gator.

• Public hearing on 2023 Transportation Benefit District Annual Project Plan
• Authorize agreements and advertising for Systemic Pedestrian Safety Improvements and North Aberdeen Bridge Replacement
• Purchase of 2023 John Deere Gator for $29,503.19
• Third reading of Bill 23-02 on improper use of emergency communications system
• Adopt 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Union

The City Council adopted a collective bargaining agreement with the AFSCME union and approved agreements for pedestrian safety and bridge replacement projects. The council also passed an ordinance regarding the improper use of emergency communications and authorized several personnel actions.

• Approved 2023-2025 AFSCME collective bargaining agreement (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of 2023 John Deere Gator not to exceed $29,503.19 (voice vote)
• Authorized WSDOT agreements for Systemic Pedestrian Safety Improvements (voice vote)
• Authorized WSDOT agreements for North Aberdeen Bridge Replacement (voice vote)
• Approved city-wide health and sanitation effort (voice vote)
• Passed Ordinance #6693 regarding improper use of emergency communications (all yeas)
• Approved 2023 Annual Transportation Benefit District Project Plan (voice vote)
• Appointed Roy Nutt to the Board of Museum and History (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council approved a joint resolution to put a regional fire protection service authority plan on the April 25, 2023, special election ballot. The Council also authorized the City Administrator to recover grant monies for the Gateway Center.

• Authorized City Administrator to recover grant monies for the Gateway Center (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution # 2023-06 to submit a regional fire protection service authority proposition to voters (7-2)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will hold a second reading and public hearing on a regional fire protection service authority (RFA) plan for Aberdeen, Cosmopolis, and Hoquiam, which would go to voters on April 25, 2023. The council will also consider several action items, including approving purchases for the fire department, authorizing an EMS agreement, and discussing the Gateway Center grant recovery. The agenda includes routine consent items and reports.

• Second reading and public hearing on Bill 23-02, an ordinance on improper use of the emergency communications system
• Joint resolution to submit RFA plan to voters in Aberdeen, Cosmopolis, and Hoquiam on April 25, 2023
• Authorize purchase of two Lifepak 15 cardiac monitors and service plans for $70,358.62
• Authorize purchase of one Stryker power-load gurney and service plan for $70,509.37
• Authorize surplus of 21 Taser X26P batteries and 71 cartridges to Cosmopolis Police Department

The City Council adopted a resolution designating February 20th as Kurt Cobain Day. The council also approved several public safety equipment purchases and a bi-monthly citywide newsletter. A proposal to form a regional fire protection service authority was tabled.

• Adopted Resolution 2023-03 declaring February 20th as 'Kurt Cobain Day' (voice vote)
• Approved bi-monthly Citywide newsletter (voice vote)
• Tabled Gateway Center grant recovery request (8-2)
• Authorized agreement with Tara Dunford, CPA for professional financial services (voice vote)
• Approved surpusing 21 Taser X26P batteries and 71 cartridges to Cosmopolis Police Department (voice vote)
• Authorized agreement with Grays Harbor Fire District 10 for 2023 EMS services (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of two Lifepak 15 cardiac monitor/defibrillators for $70,358.62 (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of one Stryker power-load gurney unit for $70,509.37 (voice vote)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will consider authorizing a $734,500 professional services agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc. for the Pump Station Improvement Project, which includes bypass connections and upgrades to several pump stations. The council will also hold a public hearing on vacating a portion of Laura Street, consider amendments to the six-year Transportation Improvement Plan, and take first reading of an ordinance on improper use of the emergency communications system. Several surplus vehicle and interlocal agreement items are on the agenda.

• Professional Services Agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc. for $734,500 for Pump Station Improvement Project
• Resolution setting Feb 8, 2023 public hearing to vacate westerly 30' of Laura Street in Plat of North Aberdeen
• Resolution amending the six-year Transportation Improvement Plan
• First reading of Bill 23-02: ordinance on improper use of emergency communications system (AMC 9.02.130)
• Surplus of 2008 Ford Ranger and 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe; EMS agreement with Grays Harbor Fire District 15

The City Council approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $1,869,522.46. The council also passed Ordinance 6692 to amend meeting time codes and authorized several public works and safety agreements. A first reading was held for an ordinance regarding improper use of emergency communications.

• Approved $1,769,307.58 in accounts payable and $100,214.88 in payroll (All yeas)
• Approved surplus of 2008 Ford Ranger (Voice vote)
• Authorized Professional Services Agreement with Gray & Osborne, Inc. for Pump Station Improvement Project (Voice vote)
• Set February 8, 2023, public hearing date for vacating portion of Laura Street (Voice vote)
• Passed Resolution #2023-02 amending the six-year Transportation Improvement Plan (Voice vote)
• Approved surplus of Police Department 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe for online auction (Voice vote)
• Authorized EMS services agreement with Grays Harbor Fire District 15 for 2023 (Voice vote)
• Approved $240 annual server use agreement with City of Montesano (Voice vote)

City Council

The Aberdeen City Council will consider several fire department agreements for server use and emergency services, and will hold a first reading of an ordinance changing council meeting times. The agenda also includes routine items like expenditure approvals, committee reports, and appointments.

• Agreement with Grays Harbor Fire District 2 for server use, $240/year
• MOU with Grays Harbor Emergency Medical Services (GHEMS)
• Agreements with Hoquiam and Ocean Shores for server use
• First reading of Bill 23-01 amending meeting time ordinances
• Election of Council President and Committee on Committee members

The City Council approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $2,179,176.89. The council also authorized several inter-agency agreements for server use and emergency services, and held elections for Council President and the Committee on Committees.

• Approved $1,333,123.28 in accounts payable and $846,053.61 in payroll
• Authorized Mayor to execute server use agreement with Grays Harbor Fire District 2
• Authorized Mayor to execute MOU with Grays Harbor Emergency Medical Services (GHEMS)
• Authorized Mayor to execute server use agreement with City of Hoquiam
• Authorized Mayor to execute server use agreement with City of Ocean Shores
• Passed first reading of Bill 23-01 to amend meeting time and place codes
• Elected Councilmember Kachman as Council President (10-1)
• Elected Councilmember Pieraccini to Committee on Committees (7-4)