Black Diamond, Washington
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City Council
The Black Diamond City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including new regulations for e-motorcycles, e-bicycles, and electric scooters (AB26-080), a speed limit reduction on Roberts Drive to 25 mph (AB26-085), and the establishment of an Economic Vitality Grant Program (AB26-086). The consent agenda includes financial reports, a quit claim deed to WSDOT, and surplus equipment resolutions. The council will also adopt the 2027 budget planning calendar and an interlocal agreement for police services.
- Ordinance creating new Chapter 10.34 regulating e-motorcycles, e-bicycles, and motorized scooters (AB26-080)
- Ordinance to revert speed limit on Roberts Drive to 25 mph (AB26-085)
- Resolution establishing Black Diamond Economic Vitality Grant Program (AB26-086)
- Resolution adopting 2027 Budget Planning Calendar (AB26-083)
- Motion approving quit claim deed to WSDOT for easement rights over TPN 112106-9098 (Kombol Law Office Parcel) (AB26-082)
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Recent meetings
City Council
The Black Diamond City Council will consider authorizing funds to support the community during the WSDOT Hwy 169 fish passage project. This is the only new business item on the special meeting agenda.
- AB26-074 – Authorizing funds to support the Black Diamond community during the WSDOT Hwy 169 fish passage project
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on proposed regulations for e-bikes, e-motorcycles, motorized foot scooters, and impound procedures. They will also consider a resolution to approve a collective bargaining agreement with the Black Diamond Police Officers Association. Other items include confirming a planning commission appointment, approving a grant agreement with King County Solid Waste, adopting a six-year transportation improvement program, and discussing a service member banner program.
- Public hearing on e-bike, e-motorcycle, motorized foot scooter, and impound regulations (AB26-071)
- Resolution on collective bargaining agreement with Black Diamond Police Officers Association (AB26-072)
- Confirming appointment of Gwen Keffel to Planning Commission Position 4 (AB26-058A)
- Resolution approving grant agreement with King County Solid Waste (AB26-068)
- Resolution adopting Six Year Transportation Improvement Program (AB26-069)
City Council
The Black Diamond City Council is holding a regular work session on June 9, 2026. The only substantive item on the agenda is a discussion of the city's strategic plan. No other proposals, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Strategic Plan discussion
Planning Commission
The Black Diamond Planning Commission will adopt its 2026 Work Plan, which includes a public hearing on proposed Title 18 Development Regulations amendments and updates to several ordinances. The commission will also consider amending its rules and procedures to change the date of regular meetings. Additional items include revisions to the Sensitive Areas Ordinance, Sign Code, and Wireless Communication Facilities ordinances.
- Public hearing on Title 18 Development Regulations proposed amendments (tentative August)
- Amending Chapter 19.10 Sensitive Areas Ordinance for state compliance
- Revising proposed amendments to Chapter 18.80 Sign Code
- Amending Chapter 15.42 Wireless Communication Facilities & Chapter 18.84 Wireless Telecommunication Facilities
- Amending Rules and Procedures to update the date of regular meetings
City Council
The Black Diamond City Council will vote on a resolution to approve an interlocal agreement with the Seattle Police Department for supplemental police services during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Other actions include a public hearing on the 2027-2032 Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan, a final plat approval for the Ten Trails Mountain View 1B development, and a contract amendment for the Springs Project. The council will also consider proclamations for Juneteenth and Pride Month, and appointments to the Planning Commission.
- Interlocal agreement with Seattle Police for supplemental services during 2026 FIFA World Cup
- Final plat approval for The Villages MPD, Ten Trails Mountain View 1B Mixed Use Divisions 1 & 2
- Contract Amendment 10 with RH2 Engineering for the Springs Project
- Public hearing on draft 2027-2032 Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan
- Claim checks totaling $604,009.46
The City Council approved a contract amendment for the Black Diamond Springs Rehabilitation project and authorized a temporary easement for WSDOT. The council also approved a final plat for The Villages MPD and several consent agenda items, including a telecommunications franchise.
- Approved $550,000 contract amendment with RH2 Engineering for Springs Rehabilitation project (6-0)
- Approved Final Plat for Ten Mountain View 1B Mixed Use Division 1 & 2 (6-0)
- Authorized temporary easement for WSDOT SR 169 Rock Creek and Ginder Creek fish passage project (6-0)
- Approved $604,009.46 in claim checks (6-0)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Seattle Police Department for 2026 FIFA World Cup services (6-0)
- Granted nonexclusive telecommunications franchise to Forged Fiber 37, LLC (6-0)
- Approved May 5 and May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
City Council
The Black Diamond City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a water safety code amendment, a development agreement amendment for Pipeline Road, a renewal of a water quality monitoring agreement with King County, a contract with Stantec for a utility rates study, and a franchise grant to Forged Fiber 37, LLC. The council will also approve routine financial items on the consent agenda. Decisions will be made on each of these items during the meeting.
- AB26-052 – Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 8.24 on water safety
- AB26-053 – Ordinance amending The Villages MPD Development Agreement for Pipeline Road timing
- AB26-054 – Resolution renewing agreement with King County for Lake Sawyer water quality monitoring
- AB26-055 – Resolution authorizing Stantec, Inc. services for 2026 utility rates development fees study
- AB26-056 – Ordinance granting Forged Fiber 37, LLC a nonexclusive telecommunications franchise
The council appointed Ryan Reed to the vacant Position No. 7, approving the motion 4‑2. They adopted Ordinance No. 26‑1249 updating water‑safety regulations, passing it unanimously (7‑0). They adopted Ordinance No. 26‑1250 amending The Villages MDP Development Agreement on Pipeline Road timing, with a 5‑1 vote. They also approved resolutions for Lake Sawyer water‑quality monitoring and a Stantec study, each 7‑0.
- Appointed Ryan Reed to Position No. 7 (4‑2)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 26‑1249 water safety updates (7‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 26‑1250 amendment to The Villages MDP Development Agreement (5‑1)
- Approved Resolution No. 26‑1743 for Lake Sawyer water‑quality monitoring (7‑0)
- Approved Resolution No. 26‑1744 for Stantec utility rates study (7‑0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items including $1,057,857.08 checks and $716,071.77 payroll (7‑0)
- Approved agenda amendment for Pride and Juneteenth proclamations (6‑0)
- Adjourned meeting (7‑0)
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The Council will hold a public hearing on proposed updates to municipal code chapter 8.24 on water safety. It will also conduct a quasi-judicial closed record hearing on a major amendment to the Ten Trails MPD Development Agreement regarding Pipeline Road construction timing. Consent agenda items include approval of $377,569.46 in claims, surplus of a 2012 Ford F-250 to Mountain View Fire, and an interlocal agreement with UW for law enforcement at special events. A resolution accepting a King County grant for a shade structure at KJ Gardner Skatepark is also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on proposed ordinance to update Water Safety Code (Chapter 8.24)
- Quasi-judicial closed record hearing on Ten Trails MPD Development Agreement amendment (Pipeline Road construction timing)
- Resolution accepting King County grant for KJ Gardner Skatepark shade structure
- Resolution declaring 2012 Ford F-250 surplus and authorizing sale to Mountain View Fire
- Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with UW for law enforcement at UW special events
The council approved a major amendment to the Ten Trails MPD development agreement altering Pipeline Road construction timing in a 4-1 vote. It also adopted a resolution accepting a $100,000 King County grant for a shade structure at KJ Gardner Skatepark. A public hearing was held on proposed water safety code changes but no vote was taken. The consent agenda was approved, including a surplus vehicle sale and an interlocal agreement for law enforcement at UW events.
- Approved Pipeline Road Major Amendment (PLN25-0006) with conditions (4-1)
- Adopted Resolution No. 26-1742 for $100,000 King County grant for KJ Gardner Skatepark shade structure (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims $377,569.46, surplus 2012 Ford F-250 to Mountain View Fire, and interlocal agreement with UW for police services
- Held public hearing on water safety code amendments (no vote taken)
Planning Commission
The Black Diamond Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider proposed amendments to Title 18 Development Regulations. No public hearings or new business are scheduled. The meeting includes a public comment period.
- Proposed Amendments to Title 18 Development Regulations (unfinished business)
City Council
The council will consider two resolutions regarding the potential annexation of the city into the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority, including approving an interlocal agreement and requesting King County to call an August 4, 2026 election for voters to decide. The consent agenda includes routine approval of claims ($269,729.33), payroll ($672,194.00), minutes, a financial report, and an ordinance amending the 2026 salary schedule. A police 1st quarter report will also be presented.
- Resolution to approve an interlocal agreement with Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority for potential annexation
- Resolution to request King County call an August 4, 2026 election on the fire authority annexation proposition
- Claim checks totaling $269,729.33 (Check No. 57217-57264)
- March 2026 payroll totaling $672,194.00 (Check No. 20602-20609 and EFTs)
- Ordinance amending the 2026 salary schedule
The City Council unanimously approved two resolutions to authorize the annexation of Black Diamond into the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority and to call for a special election on August 4, 2026.
- Approved $269,729.33 in claim checks (6-0)
- Approved $672,194.00 in payroll (6-0)
- Approved AB26-040 Monthly Financial Report (6-0)
- Approved AB26-041 Ordinance Amending 2026 Salary Schedule (6-0)
- Approved AB26-042 Interlocal Agreement with Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority (6-0)
- Approved AB26-043 Resolution calling for annexation election (6-0)
- Mayor Adler made a conditional offer to a new Community Development Director
- Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (6-0)
City Council
The Black Diamond City Council will hold a special meeting on April 21, 2026, featuring a study session on Lake Sawyer water safety with Chief Kiblinger. The agenda includes only this discussion item alongside procedural matters.
- Study session on Lake Sawyer water safety with Chief Kiblinger
The Council held a study session regarding Lake Sawyer water safety. Discussion included e-foil considerations, kite surfing, and wakeboarding environmental impacts.
- Excused Councilmember Peterson from the meeting (5-0)
- Adjourned the special meeting (6-0)
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a five-hour annual planning retreat to review growth and development, and to conduct strategic planning with BERK Consulting. The session includes visioning based on the 2024-2044 Comprehensive Plan, a SWOT assessment of community, environment, services, and organization, and discussion of top priorities for the next 3–5 years. No formal votes or ordinances are scheduled; this is a working session to set future direction.
- City Growth and Development Overview by staff (80 minutes)
- Strategic planning session with BERK Consulting (3–6 p.m.)
- Visioning exercise based on the 2024-2044 Comprehensive Plan
- SWOT assessment covering community, built/natural environment, city services, and organization
- Discussion of top council and staff priorities for the next 3–5 years
The Black Diamond City Council held a special retreat meeting to review commercial and residential growth projects and to begin a strategic planning process with consultants. Council members provided input on the city’s vision and completed a SWOT assessment. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
City Council
This is a regular work session of the Black Diamond City Council. The only agenda item is a continued review and discussion of the council's rules of procedure. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.
- Continued review and discussion of Council Rules of Procedure
The City Council held a work session to review Sections 7.2.10 through 12 of the Council Rules of Procedure. No formal votes were taken on rule changes; the session consisted of discussions regarding motion procedures, public comment, and ordinance readings.
- Excused Councilmember Young (5-0)