Battle Ground public meetings in 2021
28 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider a proposed American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan and a 2021 budget amendment for fire and school district impact fees. The body will also review a series of annual code amendments across multiple city titles and appoint members to several local boards.
- Public hearing and motion on the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan
- Ordinance No. 2021-38 to amend the 2021 Budget for fire and school district impact fees
- Claim vouchers totaling $1,083,859.51 and payroll vouchers totaling $200,592.96
- Interlocal Agreements for SE Grace Avenue Phase II (TIB grant) and NW Regional Safety Training
- Proposed code amendments to Zoning (Title 17) adding group living as a Conditional Use Permit
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to review accounts payable and the current cash balance. Members will discuss a funding application for Pig Jam 2022 and review invoices funded during 2021.
- Best Western advertising payment of $8,487.80
- Cash balance of $294,404 as of 12.9.21
- Consideration of Pig Jam 2022 application
- Review of all invoices funded in 2021
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold public hearings for the 2022 Budget and an amendment to the six-year Tip. The body will also consider several ordinances regarding zoning, parks, transportation, and water system plans.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2021-26 regarding the 2022 Budget
- Public hearing for Resolution 21-10, 2022-2027 Six-year Tip Amendment
- Resolution 21-11 regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding
- Ordinance No. 2021-39 regarding the Westside Employment District
- Claim vouchers totaling $980,000.00 across three dates in November 2021
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold public hearings on the 2022 preliminary budget, transportation and water system plans, and annual code updates. The body will also consider a property tax levy increase and a new 2022 fee schedule.
- Ordinance No. 2021-21: Proposed 1.6404% property tax increase over the 2021 levy
- Resolution No. 21-09: Proposed 2022 fee schedule
- Public hearings on the 2022 Preliminary Budget and Annual Code Updates
- Public hearings on Transportation System Plan and Water System Plan
- Interlocal agreement with City of Ridgefield for Court, Prosecution, and Work Crew services
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposed fee schedule, property tax levy, and industrial pretreatment delegation. The body will also consider the annexation of approximately 79 acres in the northeastern portion of the city.
- Public hearing on proposed fee schedule and property tax levy
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-29 (Industrial Pretreatment Delegation)
- Ordinance 2021-30: Proposed Sarkinen Annexation of approximately 79 acres
- Claim vouchers totaling $506,857.77 and $3,643.10
- SR 503/SR 502 Intersection Improvements Right-of-Way Purchase Approval with Pacwest
City Council Meetings
The City Council is meeting via Zoom for a special session. The primary purpose is to enter a closed-door session for contract negotiations, with no action to be taken.
- Closed-door session for contract negotiations
City Council Meetings
The City Council will review the 2022 State Legislative agenda and discuss a development agreement for the Battle Ground Village concept. The body will also receive presentations on a new Westside Employment zoning district and the city's third quarter financial position.
- Approval of payroll vouchers totaling $207,146.65 and $3,662.74
- Approval of claim vouchers totaling $156,278.04 and $670,946.20
- Confirmation of Andrew Wheeler as Municipal Court Judge
- Presentation on a new zoning district for job creation in the Westside Employment District
- Presentation by Friends of the Cedars Golf Course regarding property acquisition
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Sarkinen Annexation, school impact fees, and updates to the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Map, and Park Plan. The body will also consider ordinances regarding Medical Freedom and the Juneteenth holiday.
- Public hearing on the proposed Sarkinen Annexation of approximately 79 acres
- Public hearing on Hockinson School District Capital Facilities Plan and impact fees
- Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Map and Zoning Map updates
- Public hearing on Park Plan amendments including pocket parks
- Claim vouchers totaling $863,096.38 and payroll vouchers totaling $216,296.01
City Council Meetings
The Council will review information regarding the proposed 2022 budget during a study session. The regular meeting includes a presentation on the Juneteenth holiday and an ordinance regarding Medical Freedom related to the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Proposed 2022 Budget presentation
- Ordinance 2021-19, Medical Freedom presentation
- Juneteenth Holiday presentation
- SR 503/SR502 Intersection Improvements ROW purchase approvals
- Payroll vouchers totaling $7,723.60 and direct deposits of $215,721.65
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The committee will review applications for 2022 lodging tax funding and approve accounts payable. The body will also review minutes from June and July 2021 meetings.
- Review of 2022 funding applications totaling $86,595
- Best Western advertising payment of $6,243.90
- Harvest Days City of Battle Ground staff support payment of $8,547.02
- Reported cash balance of $273,607 as of September 8, 2021
- Funding requests including $25,000 for Harvest Days and $24,000 for Best Western Online Advertising
City Council Meetings
The City Council will review a proposed conceptual plan for the Battle Ground Village that includes an apartment complex and ground-floor commercial space. The meeting also includes a study session on the proposed 2022 budget and a presentation on industrial pretreatment delegation.
- Proposed conceptual plan for Battle Ground Village apartment complex and commercial space
- Proposed 2022 budget presentation
- Claim vouchers totaling $1,452,000.04
- Payroll vouchers and direct deposits totaling $220,448.68
- Industrial Pretreatment Delegation presentation
City Council Meetings
The City Council will discuss a proposed budget amendment and a program to reimburse senior group activities. The council is also considering an appointment to fill a vacant council position.
- Resolution 21-08: Proposed Senior Activity Reimbursement Program up to $8,000 through December 31, 2023
- Ordinance 2021-18: Proposed budget amendment
- Nomination for vacant Council Position No. 5
- Payroll vouchers totaling $222,447.22
- Claim Vouchers in the amount of $393,102.34
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider adopting a Housing Action Plan and review applications to appoint a member to Council Position No. 5. The meeting includes a study session on the proposed 2022 budget and a presentation on the Battle Ground Village Concept.
- Resolution 21-05: Adoption of the Housing Action Plan
- Appointment and oath of office for Council Position No. 5
- Proposed 2022 budget presentation
- Presentation on the Battle Ground Village Concept
- Claim vouchers totaling $1,900,682.02 across three dates in July
City Council Meetings
The City Council will review the proposed 2022 budget and consider a resolution to prohibit a local income tax. Additionally, the council will discuss appointing a candidate to vacant Council Position No. 5.
- Proposed 2022 Budget presentation
- Resolution 21-07: Opposition of a local income tax
- Resolution 20-02E: Emergency Declaration updates
- Appointment to Council Position No. 5
- Larch Work Crew Interlocal Agreement
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss funding. The primary agenda item is the re-evaluation of additional funding for Harvest Days.
- Harvest Days additional funding re-evaluation
City Council Meetings
The Battle Ground City Council will consider a moratorium on development applications in Mixed-Use Employment zones and proposed budget amendments. The meeting also includes a presentation on State Route mowing and an executive session to evaluate a candidate for elective office.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2021-17 regarding interim zoning controls
- Discussion of Ordinance No. 2021-14 budget amendments
- State Route Mowing Resolution presentation
- Payroll vouchers totaling $5,846.96
- Claim vouchers totaling $691,996.50
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold public hearings on the Land Use Master Plan, a six-year transportation program, and the use of all-terrain vehicles on public roads. The body will also discuss federal pandemic funding and a request to annex five parcels south of Heisson Road.
- Ordinance No. 2021-15: Authorizing all-terrain vehicles on public roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less
- Resolution No. 21-03: Land Use Master Plan updates
- Resolution No. 21-06: Proposed six-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
- Sarkinen Notice of Intent to Annex: 5 parcels south of Heisson Road and Crystal Springs subdivision
- Claim Vouchers: $54,904.61 (06/03/2021) and $604,545.75 (06/11/2021)
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a joint study session and public hearing regarding the proposed Housing Action Plan. Additional business includes a public hearing for the Shoreline Master Plan and discussions on street names, annexations, and off-road vehicle access.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2021-13, Shoreline Master Plan
- Public hearing for proposed Housing Action Plan
- Sarkinen Notice of Intent to Annex 5 parcels south of Heisson Road
- Resolution No. 21-04 regarding Bricks and Banner program and park rental fees
- Discussion on allowing ORV/All Terrain vehicles on streets with speed limits of 35 MPH or less
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider several ordinances to update city codes regarding zoning, land divisions, animals, and street maintenance. The body will also discuss the delegation of industrial pretreatment authority from the state to the Discovery Clean Water Alliance.
- Ordinance No. 2021-11: Zoning updates for affordable housing, building envelopes, and sign regulations
- Ordinance No. 2021-07: Updates to sidewalk snow and ice removal responsibilities
- Resolution 21-04: Proposed street vacation at 412 NE 4th Street
- Claim vouchers totaling $422,790.85 and payroll vouchers of $205,952.80
- Professional Service Agreements with Soccer Shots, Skyhawks, and Transpo Group
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider adopting updates to the city code and receive a presentation on the Shorelines Master Plan. The meeting includes a study session regarding the Clark County Commission on Aging annual report.
- Public hearing and motion on Annual Code Update
- Mill & Fill Project bid award to Lakeside Industries for $544,544.00
- Claim vouchers totaling $970,169.86 ($469,180.71 and $500,989.15)
- Payroll vouchers and direct deposits totaling $210,174.96
- Presentation on Shorelines Master Plan Update
City Council Meetings
The City Council will receive a presentation on proposed municipal code updates and a first quarter financial overview. Additionally, the council will review military banner designs for the Bricks and Banners Program.
- Annual Code Update presentation
- 1st Quarter Financial Overview presentation
- Bricks and Banners Program motion regarding military banner designs
- Payroll vouchers totaling $2,638.78
- Direct deposits totaling $192,484.57
City Council Meetings
The City Council will review a presentation from the Lewis River Rotary Club regarding a five-year plan for Central Park. The meeting also includes several mayoral proclamations and the processing of routine payroll and claim vouchers.
- Review of Central Park Adoption Plan presentation by Lewis River Rotary Club
- Payroll vouchers dated 03/25/2021 in the amount of $194,691.27
- Claim Vouchers dated 03/12/2021 in the amount of $399,272.82
- Claim Vouchers dated 03/19/2021 in the amount of $470,179.79
- Claim Vouchers dated 03/25/2021 in the amount of $647,276.89
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider vacating a dead end stub on SW 2nd Avenue and receive a presentation on the Central Park Adoption Project. The body will also review routine payroll and claim vouchers totaling over $588,000.
- Public hearing regarding vacating the dead end stub on SW 2nd Avenue
- Payroll vouchers dated 03/10/2021 in the amount of $191,522.04
- Claim Vouchers dated 02/26/2021 in the amount of $47,010.68
- Claim Vouchers dated 03/05/2021 in the amount of $350,240.58
- Presentation on the Central Park Adoption Project by the Lewis River Rotary Club
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a six-month extension of a zoning map change moratorium. The body will also review a 10-year franchise agreement with Comcast and various city contracts.
- Ordinance No. 2021-04: Zoning Map Change Moratorium Extension public hearing
- Ordinance No. 2021-02: 10-year Comcast Franchise Agreement
- Contract award to Apex Mechanical for City Hall HVAC/Roof repair
- Payroll vouchers of $196,050.93
- Claim vouchers totaling $961,475.58 and $36,643.86
City Council Meetings
The City Council will discuss a proposed street vacation and the frequency of utility tax remittances. The meeting also includes presentations on a Comcast franchise agreement, police department overview, and the 2020 year-end financial position.
- Resolution No. 21-02: Proposed street vacation of a dead end stub at SW 2nd Avenue
- Ordinance No. 2021-01: Utility tax remittance frequency for electric utilities
- Payroll vouchers: $849.20 (check) and $194,161.02 (direct deposits)
- Claim Vouchers: $145,740.42 (dated 01/28/2021) and $362,203.73 (dated 02/05/2021)
- Discussion on the reestablishment of the Salary Commission
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider an emergency declaration resolution regarding COVID-19 response and water shutoff policies. Additional presentations include the Battle Ground Village concept, a housing action plan update, street preservation, and council term limits.
- Resolution No. 20-02-D: Emergency Declaration amendment
- Battle Ground Village Concept development options
- Housing Action Plan update and gap analysis
- 2021–2022 Street Preservation Program
- Council member term limits presentation
City Council Meetings
The City Council will review a proposal to update the city fee schedule to include Southwest Washington animal impound fees. The body will also consider supporting language changes to the Revised Code of Washington regarding training at the NW Regional Training Center.
- Resolution No. 21-01: 2021 Fee Schedule updates for animal impound fees
- Proposed support for RCW 52.02.020 language changes for NW Regional Training Center
- Payroll vouchers dated 12/23/2020 for $191,740.61
- Claim Vouchers dated 12/30/2020 for $24,203.42
- Claim Vouchers dated 01/08/2021 for $725,860.09
City Council Meetings
The City Council will receive a presentation regarding banners along Main Street. The body will also consider routine payroll and claim vouchers and review an emergency declaration.
- Payroll vouchers: $3,354.71 and direct deposits of $196,611.80
- Claim Vouchers dated 12/17/2020: $306,699.49
- Claim Vouchers dated 12/23/2020: $449,886.77
- Resolution No. 20-02-C, Emergency Declaration
- Presentation on Main Street Banners