Cheney public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Cheney City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $26,900 HVAC service contract for multiple city buildings and a $40,625 state grant to fund the 2026‑2046 Comprehensive Plan update. The council will also consider authorizing enrollment in the Department of Retirement Deferred Compensation Program and approving the ILA West Plains Crisis Response Team. Small contracts for community programs are approved by the mayor.

• Resolution F-452: 2026 HVAC service agreements for City Hall, Utility Building, Recycling Center, Police Station, Fire Station and Wren Pearson Building – total $26,900 plus tax
• Resolution F-453: State Growth Management Act grant installment of $40,625 for the 2026‑2046 Comprehensive Plan update
• Resolution F-454: Authorization to enroll the city in the Department of Retirement Deferred Compensation Program
• Resolution F-455: Approval of the ILA West Plains Crisis Response Team
• Small contracts approved by mayor: Seasonal Fairy Trainings $30 per participant; Wrestling Camp $50 per participant; Stage Left Theater 2026 Theater Camp $200 per instructor up to $800; Dragon Flight Archery 2026 Archery Camps $105 per participant

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to establish its internal organization. The body will select a chair and appoint a secretary.

• Selection of Chair
• Appointment of Civil Service Secretary
• Setting regular meeting schedule
• Discussion of Civil Service Rules
• Review of vacancies

The commission appointed Rick Campbell as its Chair and Keri Gomez as Civil Service Secretary/Chief Examiner. It also set a regular meeting schedule for the 2nd Monday of each month at 1 p.m. in the Mayor’s Office Conference Room, with the next meeting on January 12, 2026 at 1 p.m. in the City Council Chambers due to remodeling.

• Appointed Rick Campbell as Chair of the Civil Service Commission
• Appointed Keri Gomez as Civil Service Secretary/Chief Examiner
• Established regular meetings on the 2nd Monday of each month at 1 p.m. in the Mayor’s Office Conference Room
• Scheduled next regular meeting for January 12, 2026 at 1 p.m. in the City Council Chambers

City Council

The City Council will conduct a final public hearing for the proposed 2026 budget and consider related budget ordinances. The meeting includes votes on city fees, utility write-offs, and several new contracts and grant applications.

• Final public hearing and ordinance for the 2026 Budget
• Resolution F-438 regarding 2026 Governmental Charges and Fees
• Request to write off $9,034.23 in uncollectible utility and park accounts
• Grant application for $75,000 for a market feasibility study at Cheney Industrial Park
• Proposed 2026 Compensation Ordinance increasing minimum wage to $17.13 per hour

The council approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, all carried unanimously. Highlights include the 2026 Budget Ordinance (Y-96), the 2025 Final Budget Amendment (Y-97), and several contracts and grant approvals. Claims and vouchers for the meeting dates were also approved.

• Approved Resolution F-438 (governmental charges and fees) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-439 (2025 utility bill write‑offs) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-440 (committing 2025 governmental resources) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-444 (Tracker Products Evidence Management System) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-445 (2026 line clearance contract) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-446 (Clean Energy Implementation Plan) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance Y-96 (2026 Budget Ordinance) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance Y-97 (2025 Final Budget Amendment) – unanimous

Planning Commission

The Cheney Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 3, 2025, and discuss goals for the Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall with a virtual option.

• Approval of November 3, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update goals (Item #2025-05)
• Hybrid meeting format at Cheney City Hall, 609 2nd Street

City Council

The Cheney City Council meeting will include a public hearing to discuss the proposed and balanced 2026 budget. Resolutions on a $36,000 state grant for public defense, a change order for the Purple Pipe Project, and a new interlocal agreement for animal control services will be considered. The council will also review labor contracts for Local 270‑S AFSCME and Teamsters Local 690. Additional small contracts and voucher totals will be noted.

• Public Hearing 25-137 – discussion of the proposed 2026 budget
• Resolution F-425 – Washington State Office of Public Defense grant, $36,000 for 2026‑2027
• Resolution F-437 – Cheney Purple Pipe Project Change Order 8 (concrete curb, crushed rock, landscape rock)
• Resolution F-441 – Spokane County animal control interlocal agreement, 1.74% charge, $75,621.74 annual cost
• Resolution F-442 – Local 270‑S AFSCME contract wage adjustment (6% to 8% in 2027, COLA 3‑6% for 2028‑2029)

The council unanimously approved the Office of Public Defense grant and several contract-related resolutions. Two labor contract resolutions passed despite Councilmember Overhauser voting no. Claims and vouchers totaling $1,150,311.47 were also approved.

• Approved Resolution F-425 Office of Public Defense Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-437 Cheney Purple Pipe Project Change Order 8 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-441 SCRAPS Interlocal Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-442 Local 270‑S AFSCME Contract 2026‑2029 (Overhauser voted no)
• Approved Resolution F-443 Teamsters Local 690 MOU 2024‑2026 (Overhauser voted no)
• Approved Claims and Vouchers totaling $1,150,311.47
• Approved Small Contracts for Heather Woller, Lilac City Cheer Academy, Wildwood Outdoors, Steve & Kristi Nebel, Tim Snodgrass, Kosta LaVista
• Held public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget

Park Board

The Cheney Board of Park Commissioners will meet on November 19, 2025, at the Wren Pierson Community Center and via Zoom. The agenda includes informational updates on aquatics, the dog park, the board's vision and mission, the 2026 Parks & Rec budget, and 2026 RCO eligibility. Action items are listed but not detailed in the agenda.

• Aquatics Update
• Dog Park
• Park Board Vision/Mission
• 2026 Parks & Rec Budget
• 2026 RCO Eligibility

The commission approved the October 8 minutes, with Commissioner Boerger moving and Commissioner Randall seconding. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were made on agenda items. The meeting concluded with no action items.

• Approved October 8 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Cheney City Council will vote on a resolution that establishes the 2026 rates for electric, water, solid waste and sewer services, with the first bills due Jan. 31, 2026. The meeting also includes public hearings on the Light and Public Works department budgets, and several contract and equipment resolutions. Additional items are a Ziply lease amendment, a BPA power sales agreement offer, and ordinances for property‑tax and EMS levies.

• Resolution F‑434 – Ziply Second Amendment to Lease: $5,500 per month for two equipment racks and two fiber strands (Dec 1 2025 – Feb 28 2026)
• Resolution F‑431 – BPA Power Sales Agreement offer: Contract No. 26PS‑25012 for 16‑year supply of electricity (Oct 1 2028 – Sept 30 2044)
• Resolution F‑433 – Setting 2026 utility rates and fees for electric, water, solid waste and sewer
• Resolution F‑435 – Procurement of Stryker LIFEPAK 35 monitors and AED equipment (sole‑source purchase)
• Resolution F‑437 – Cheney Purple Pipe Project Change Order 8: concrete curb, crushed rock base and landscape rock around reuse reservoir pond

The council passed Ordinance Y-94 establishing the 2026 regular and general obligation property tax levy and Ordinance Y-95 creating a 2026 EMS levy, both unanimously. It also approved the BPA contract, public records software renewal, Ziply lease amendment, Stryker LIFEPAK equipment purchase, and updated 2026 utility rates and fees, each with unanimous support. The SAFER Grant resolution was rejected, and the Cheney Purple Pipe Project change order was deferred to a future meeting.

• Ordinance Y-94 (2026 property tax levy) passed unanimously
• Ordinance Y-95 (2026 EMS levy) passed unanimously
• Resolution F-431 (BPA contract) carried unanimously
• Resolution F-433 (Public Records Software Renewal) carried unanimously
• Resolution F-434 (Ziply Second Amendment to Lease) carried unanimously
• Resolution F-435 (Stryker LIFEPAK 35 monitors and AED equipment) carried unanimously
• Resolution F-432 (2026 utility rates and fees amendment) carried unanimously
• Resolution F-437 (Cheney Purple Pipe Project Change Order Eight) deferred unanimously

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss a Certificate of Appropriateness application. The primary item of business is a request for emergency roof repairs at a specific property.

• HP2025-004: Certificate of Appropriateness for emergency roof repair at 202 D ST

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for emergency roof repair at 202 D St, allowing replacement of three roof layers with asphalt shingles matching the original appearance. The commission also agreed by consensus to relocate future meetings to the Utility Building conference room at 112 Anderson Rd to avoid scheduling conflicts. The minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting were approved as distributed.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 202 D St emergency roof repair (unanimous)
• Changed regular meeting location to Utility Building, 112 Anderson Rd (consensus)
• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes as distributed

Planning Commission

The Cheney Planning Commission will meet on November 3, 2025 to discuss two agenda items: an update to the city’s Comprehensive Plan and Climate Change & Resiliency Goals & Policies. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall, 609 2nd Street, with a Zoom option for remote participation. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion Item #2025-05 – Comprehensive Plan Update
• Discussion Item #2025-06 – Climate Change & Resiliency Goals & Policies

The Planning Commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 1 3 , 2025 regular meeting, with the motion carried unanimously. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion on the Comprehensive Plan update and the draft Climate Change & Resiliency element.

• Approved October 1 3 , 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2026 budget, including governmental revenues and departmental budgets for public safety and general government. The body will also consider ordinances for the 2026 regular, general obligation, and EMS property tax levies.

• Public hearings on 2026 Budget, Property Tax Levy, and Governmental Revenues
• Purchase of four half-ton electric pickups from Corwin Ford Spokane for $201,512.00 plus tax
• Purchase of two UTV off-road electric vehicles from Logistics365, Inc. for $81,926.00 plus tax
• Well Seven pump rehabilitation quote from Specialty Pump Service for $46,180.00 plus tax
• Well Seven well case rehabilitation project quote from Water Recovery Services, LLC for $23,230.00 plus tax

The council unanimously approved resolutions to purchase electric vehicles, rehabilitate Well Seven, and fund a booster station fiber project. It also took the first reading of the 2026 property tax levy and EMS levy ordinances and deferred them to the next meeting. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Approved Half Ton Pickup EV purchase (Resolution F-426) – unanimous
• Approved Sport Utility EV purchase (Resolution F-427) – unanimous
• Approved UTV Off Road EV purchase (Resolution F-428) – unanimous
• Approved Well Seven Pump Rehabilitation (Resolution F-429) – unanimous
• Approved Well Seven Well Case Rehabilitation (Resolution F-430) – unanimous
• Approved Booster Station 3 Fiber Project (Resolution F-432) – unanimous
• First reading of 2026 Regular and General Obligation Property Tax Levy (Ordinance Y-94) deferred – unanimous
• First reading of 2026 EMS Levy (Ordinance Y-95) deferred – unanimous

City Council

The Cheney City Council will consider Resolution 25-113 (F-421) to accept a SAFER grant for staffing fire and emergency response. The meeting also includes an executive session, called under RCW 42.30.110, to discuss agency enforcement actions or potential litigation.

• Resolution 25-113 (F-421): Accept SAFER grant for fire and emergency response staffing
• Executive session to discuss agency enforcement actions or potential litigation

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions including a 5-year dispatch service agreement and fiber optic replacements. The body will also consider historic registry nominations and lodging tax funding applications.

• 5-year dispatch service contract with Daupler, Inc. for $86,400 plus taxes
• Fiber optic replacement from F Street to G Street by Zero DB for $22,416.79 plus tax and 10% contingency
• Lodging tax funding for EWU Homecoming Street Dance ($7,000) and Holiday Hoopla ($9,975)
• Historic registry nominations for 220 College Avenue and 228 W 5th Street
• Franchise license for Forged Fiber 37, LLC c/o AT&T to operate a fiber optic system

The council unanimously approved several resolutions, including a five‑year contract with Daupler, Inc., an amendment to the EWU interlocal parking agreement, and a street replacement project. It also approved naming the North Spokane Corridor Bridge in memory of Cody Traber and adopted a lodging tax, with one councilmember abstaining. A SAFER grant award was deferred for a 60‑day extension. All actions were carried as recorded.

• Approved Resolution F‑409 (5‑year Daupler, Inc. contract) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑416 (Amend EWU Interlocal Parking Agreement) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑417 (F Street to G Street replacement project) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑418 (History Registry nominee – 220 College Avenue) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑419 (History Registry nominee – 228 W 5th) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑420 (Naming North Spokane Corridor Bridge for Cody Traber) – unanimous
• Deferred Resolution F‑421 (SAFER Grant Award) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑422 (Lodging Tax) – motion carried (Councilmember LaBar abstained)

Planning Commission

The Cheney Planning Commission will meet on Oct 13, 2025 to approve the minutes from its Feb 10, 2025 meeting, hear commissioner and staff reports, and discuss item #2025-05, an update to the city's Comprehensive Plan. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion Item #2025-05: Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approval of Minutes from February 10, 2025 Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the February 10, 2025 regular meeting. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or tabled; the remainder of the agenda consisted of discussions on the Comprehensive Plan update, a co‑housing project, and staff reports. The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

• Approved minutes of Feb 10 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Park Board

The Cheney Board of Park Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on October 8, 2025. The agenda includes citizen participation, approval of minutes, and several information items such as an update on aquatics, the dog park, and the 2026 Parks & Rec Budget. No specific action items are listed on the agenda.

• Recreation Coordinator position
• Aquatics update
• Dog park
• 2026 Parks & Rec Budget
• Tree City designation

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure and funding resolutions, including fiber optic extensions and aquatic center funding. The body is also reviewing a franchise license for fiber optic telecommunications and an update to business licensing thresholds.

• Resolution F-411: $425,600 for a conservation covenant to protect 106.4 acres near the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Resolution F-415: Transfer of up to $400,000 from REET fund to Pool Construction Fund
• Resolution F-413: $16,592.53 plus tax and 10% contingency for Four Lakes Substation fiber connection on Jensen Road
• Resolution F-414: Participation in National Opioid Settlement to receive approximately $75,700 over 15 years
• Ordinance Y-91: Franchise license for Forged Fiber 37, LLC c/o AT&T

The council approved four resolutions: a Conservation Covenant (Resolution F‑411), the Four Lakes Substation fiber‑optic project (Resolution F‑413), participation in the National Opioid Settlement (Resolution F‑414), and REET funding for an aquatic center (Resolution F‑415). Ordinance Y‑91 (Forged Fiber 37, LLC franchise license) received its first reading and was deferred to a future meeting. Ordinance Y‑92 (Out‑of‑City Business Threshold Increase) was read, considered as second and third readings, and passed unanimously.

• Approved Conservation Covenant (Resolution F‑411) – motion carried (Barthels abstained)
• Approved Four Lakes Substation Fiber Optic Connection Project (Resolution F‑413) – unanimous
• Approved National Opioid Settlement Participation (Resolution F‑414) – unanimous
• Approved REET Funding for Aquatic Center Construction (Resolution F‑415) – unanimous
• First reading of Ordinance Y‑91 (Forged Fiber 37, LLC franchise license) deferred to future meeting – unanimous
• Ordinance Y‑92 (Out‑of‑City Business Threshold Increase) passed after first/second/third reading – unanimous (yes votes: Overhauser, Schmidt, Barthels, Belock, LaBar, Posthuma)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the process and priorities for the 2026 budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2026 Budget Process And Priorities

The City Council met on September 18, 2025 to discuss the budgeting process and priorities for 2026. No resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Park Board

The Cheney Board of Park Commissioners will meet on September 10, 2025, with virtual and in‑person options. The agenda includes updates on aquatics, the dog park, the board’s vision/mission, the 2026 Parks & Rec budget, 2026 RCO eligibility, and Tree City status. No formal actions are listed, and citizens may comment during the participation segment.

• Aquatics Update
• Dog Park discussion
• Park Board Vision/Mission review
• 2026 Parks & Rec Budget presentation
• 2026 RCO Eligibility review

The Cheney Park Board approved the minutes of the August 13, 2025 regular meeting. Commissioner Randall moved to approve and Commissioner Dipuppo seconded the motion. No other actions or decisions were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Randall, seconded by Dipuppo)

City Council

The City Council approved the August 26 meeting minutes as amended and approved the listed claims and vouchers. Councilmember Schmidt was excused from the meeting by unanimous vote. The council unanimously adopted Resolution F‑410 for the Cheney Purple Pipe Utility Easement and Resolution F‑412 for a Vac Trailer lease agreement.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved claims and vouchers totaling $2,? (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Schmidt from the meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F‑410 – Cheney Purple Pipe Utility Easement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F‑412 – Vac Trailer Lease Agreement (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cheney Historic Preservation Commission will meet on September 4, 2025, to review its 2015 bylaws, which require no changes. The meeting includes procedural items like approving minutes and updates on the Cheney Depot project.

• Review Bylaws of the Cheney Historic Preservation Commission (Adopted 2015; no changes recommended)
• Cheney Depot Update (Old Business)
• Approval of Minutes (August 7, 2025 Regular Meeting) at Cheney City Hall, 609 2nd Street

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting. The commission also adopted the revised bylaws, which were seconded and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted revised bylaws as distributed (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions, including a change order for asphalt replacement at the Wastewater Treatment and Reclamation Plant. The body will also consider agreements regarding fire mobilization and EWU football standby services.

• Voucher total of $1,515,625.57
• Resolution F-408: Cheney Purple Pipe Project CO 4 for asphalt removal and replacement
• Resolution F-405: WSP Fire Mobilization Reimbursement Agreement
• Resolution F-406: EWU Football Standby Agreement for 2025 season
• Resolution F-407: Fire Department Vehicle Exhaust Extrication System Repair

The council approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting and authorized $1,515,625.57 in vouchers. Four resolutions were adopted unanimously: a fire‑mobilization reimbursement agreement, an EWU football standby agreement, a fire‑department vehicle exhaust repair, and a change order for the Cheney Purple Pipe Project. Councilmember Overhauser was excused from the meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers $1,515,625.57 (174235–174313) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-405 Fire Mobilization Reimbursement Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-406 EWU Football Standy Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-407 Fire Dept Vehicle Exhaust Extrication (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-408 Cheney Purple Pipe Project Change Order 4 (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Overhauser (unanimous)

Park Board

The Cheney Board of Park Commissioners will convene on August 13, 2025, at the Wren Pierson Community Center and via Zoom to discuss operational updates, including an aquatics pricing review and dog park status. The meeting is open to in-person and virtual attendance and includes time for public comments.

The Cheney Park Board approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 regular meeting. No other formal actions or decisions were taken during the August 13, 2025 meeting.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (approved by Commissioner Boerger, seconded by Commissioner Cullen)

City Council

The Cheney City Council will vote on three resolutions: a $716,009 grant from the Spokane Regional Transportation Council for Salnave Road repairs, updated 2025 city fees including new Aquatic Center rates, and the appointment of two interim co-city administrators. The meeting also includes routine approval of vouchers, payroll, and small contracts under $10,000.

• $716,009 SRTC grant for Salnave Road preservation from Presley Drive to Lincoln Street
• 2025 Governmental Charges and Fees update adds Aquatic Center rates and adjusts Wren Pierson Community Center fees
• Interim Co-City Administrators Cindy Niemeier and Todd Ableman appointed with 10% overload pay
• Voucher total $2,562,331.06 and July payroll $1,411,866.32 approved
• Small contracts approved: Stage Left Theater Youth Camp ($50/participant), Chris Babcock Drowning Prevention Class ($380/participant), For The Record Digital Storage ($795/year)

The council unanimously appointed interim co‑city administrators (Resolution F‑404). It also approved the Salnave Road Preservation Project funding agreement (Resolution F‑403) and the city fee schedule (Resolution F‑402). Additional actions included excusing a councilmember, approving prior meeting minutes, and deferring the executive session to the next meeting.

• Excused Councilmember Overhauser for Aug 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved July 22 council minutes (as distributed)
• Approved Aug 4 joint council‑planning minutes (as distributed)
• Approved claims and vouchers totaling $2,512,073.03 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F‑402 – Charges and Fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F‑403 – SRTC Salnave Road Preservation Project Funding Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F‑404 – Appointment of Interim Co‑City Administrators (unanimous)
• Deferred Executive Session to next meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a Certificate of Appropriateness and a local register nomination. The body is considering specific modifications to a historic home and the designation of a fraternity house.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for radon mitigation and egress window at 105 W 6th St (Malmo-Kennedy House)
• Local Register Nomination for 220 College Ave (Sigma Nu House)

The commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a radon‑mitigation system and egress window at 105 W 6th St. It also unanimously recommended that the Sigma Nu House at 220 College Ave be listed on the Cheney Register of Historic Places. The minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting were approved as distributed.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for radon mitigation and egress window at 105 W 6th St (unanimous)
• Recommended listing of 220 College Ave (Sigma Nu House) on Cheney Register of Historic Places (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes as distributed

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss the periodic update of Cheney’s Comprehensive Plan. The session focuses on the Land Use Analysis and the development of a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) to guide growth through 2046.

• Discussion of the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and its alignment with current zoning
• Review of Land Use Analysis and Growth Management Act (GMA) requirements
• Analysis of community input from surveys, stakeholder interviews, and Mayfest
• Discussion of housing conditions and mixed-use zones along the SR 904 corridor
• Review of population, housing, and employment growth projections

The City Council and Planning Commission met on August 5, 2025. Councilmembers Overhauser, Schmidt, Barthels, Belock, and Nazzaro attended, along with staff and Commissioners White and Valencia. Mr. Ableman and Nexus Planning Services presented information on the comprehensive plan. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions including federal funding for electric vehicles and a grant for the Municipal Court. The body is also considering property conveyances and infrastructure projects for the Fire Department and the Purple Pipe Project.

• Purchase of 7 electric vehicles and a solar charging carport using $342,173 in federal funding
• Acceptance of a $235,350.97 grant for the Cheney Municipal Court Therapeutic Community Court
• Contract award of $79,482.34 to WM. Winker Company for the Fire Department driveway apron
• Proposed change of payroll frequency from once a month to twice a month starting January 2026
• Amendment to Title 21.20.050 regarding garage setbacks for R-1 and R-2 design standards

The City Council approved the July 8 minutes and $1.53 M in vouchers. It approved several resolutions covering a therapeutic court grant, utility easement, EV purchases, property conveyance, and other projects, most unanimously. The payroll frequency change was approved with one dissenting vote. Ordinance Y‑89 amending development standards was also passed.

• Deferred Resolution F‑391 (On Call Planning Services Contract) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑392 (Municipal Court Therapeutic Court Grant) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑393 (Purple Pipe Project Utility Easement) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑394 (EV Purchase Local Agency Agreement) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑395 (EV Purchase Project Prospectus) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑396 (Field of Dreams HOA Property Conveyance) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑397 (Fire Department Driveway Apron Project) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑398 (Purple Pipe Project Change Order Three) – with Councilmember Barthels abstaining

Park Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss several information items. The agenda includes updates on aquatics, the dog park, and pickleball/tennis courts.

• Aquatics update from Dan Curley and Todd Ableman
• Dog park discussion
• Pickleball/Tennis courts discussion
• Tree City USA update from Shelby DiPuppo

City Council

The City Council will review a salary ordinance to align wages with collective bargaining agreements and amend development standards for garage setbacks. The body is also considering contracts for concrete repairs and security upgrades.

• Ordinance Y-90: 2025 Salary Ordinance changing wages to monthly and adding positions
• Ordinance Y-89: Amending Title 21.20.050 garage setbacks for R-1 and R-2 design standards
• Resolution F-389: Contract award to Jett Concrete Inc. for on-call concrete repair services
• Resolution F-388: Change order to add a City Hall camera to the Court Security Upgrade
• Resolution F-390: MOU with 336th Training Group for military training within city limits

The council approved three unanimous resolutions for a court security upgrade, a Jett Concrete repair contract, and an MOU with the 336th Training Group. It deferred the second reading of the Development Standards amendment to July 22. The 2025 Salary Ordinance was adopted, with an amendment removing the Public Facilities and Resource Manager position.

• Approved Resolution F-388 (Court Security Upgrade Change Order) unanimously
• Approved Resolution F-389 (Jett Concrete On Call Repair Services Contract) unanimously
• Approved Resolution F-390 (MOU with 336th Training Group) unanimously
• Deferred second reading of Ordinance Y-89 (Amending Title 21.20.050 Development Standards) to July 22, 2025, unanimously
• Passed Ordinance Y-90 (2025 Salary Ordinance) with amendment removing Public Facilities and Resource Manager (4-3 vote)
• Approved Claims and Vouchers totaling $2,020,165.22

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a six-year transportation plan and review several infrastructure contracts. The body is also deciding on a budget increase for the Aquatic Center and updates to residential garage setback standards.

• Public hearing for the 2026-2031 Cheney Transportation Improvement Plan
• Aquatic Center Change Order Four for $121,294.00 plus tax
• On-call asphalt repair contracts for Red Diamond Asphalt and Shamrock Paving, Inc.
• On-call concrete repair contracts for Five Star Concrete, Inc and WM. Winkler Co.
• Ordinance Y-89 to amend R-1 and R-2 garage setback design standards

The City Council approved several resolutions, including the Transportation Improvement Plan for 2026‑2031, on‑call asphalt and concrete repair contracts, an aquatic center change order, a SAFER grant, and public records redaction software. The SAFER grant passed despite one councilmember voting no. An amendment to development standards was deferred to a future meeting, and claims and vouchers totaling $2,403,190.41 were approved.

• Approved Resolution F-384 (Transportation Improvement Plan 2026‑2031) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-382 (On‑Call Asphalt Repair Services contract) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-383 (Aquatic Center Change Order Four) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-385 (SAFER Grant) – passed with one no vote
• Approved Resolution F-386 (Public Records Redaction Software) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F-387 (On‑Call Concrete Repair Services contract) – unanimous
• Deferred Ordinance Y-89 (Amend Development Standards Title 21.20.050) – unanimous
• Approved claims and vouchers totaling $2,403,190.41

Park Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to receive updates on aquatics and the dog park. Members are asked to provide feedback on the Aquatics Operations Manual.

• Review of Aquatics Operations Manual
• Aquatics update from Dan Curley and Todd Ableman
• Dog park discussion

The board did not approve the March 12, 2025 minutes because a quorum was not present. No action items, votes, or formal decisions were recorded during the meeting. Discussions covered the delayed pool construction, pass offerings, and dog‑park maintenance, but no approvals or denials were made.

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, including pump replacement and street preservation. The body will also review funding agreements for FEMA reimbursements and energy assistance.

• Resolution F-373: Supplemental engineering for Elm Street Preservation Phase One
• Resolution F-375: FEMA reimbursements for 2023 Wildfire Events totaling approximately $17,860
• Resolution F-378: $28,161.90 plus taxes for Well One pump replacement by Specialty Pump Service Inc.
• Resolution F-381: WSDOT agreement for crosswalk lighting on SR 904 and College Hill
• Voucher total of $1,214,380.33 and May payroll total of $1,221,474.70

The council approved the minutes from May 27, 2025, as amended and authorized over $1.18 million in claims and vouchers. Eight resolutions (25-060 through 25-068) covering engineering, FEMA funding, compliance monitoring, custodial services, pump replacement, aquatic center gifts, outreach, and crosswalk lighting were all carried unanimously. Small contracts for Executech and fire grants were also approved, and Officer Holter was sworn in as a Cheney police officer.

• Approved May 27 minutes (amended) – unanimous
• Approved claims and vouchers totaling $1,180,633.93 – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑373 (Elm Street Preservation Project Supplemental Engineering Agreement) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑375 (FEMA Funding Agreement) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑376 (Arbitrage Monitoring and Compliance) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑377 (Custodial Contract) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑378 (Well One Pump Replacement Project) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution F‑379 (Aquatic Center Gift Agreements) – unanimous

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for work at 105 W 6th St. The body will also discuss preservation tax credits with representatives from the DAHP.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application for chimney repair/rebuild at 105 W 6th St (Malmo-Kennedy House)
• Discussion on preservation tax credits with Jeronimo Roldan and Michelle Thompson

The commission deferred approval of the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes to the next regular meeting. A motion to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness for the chimney repair at 105 W 6th St was made, seconded, and carried unanimously. The approval required use of Goldenrod brick with a Roman profile and tan mortar, and noted the need for appropriate flashing and a building permit if work exceeds repointing.

• Deferred March 6, 2025 minutes to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for chimney repair at 105 W 6th St, conditional on Goldenrod brick (Roman profile) and tan mortar (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a contract award for the Elm Street Preservation Phase One Project and a budget amendment of $126,500. The body is also considering several resolutions related to the Cheney Aquatic Center and the Parkside 2nd Addition final plat.

• Contract award to Inland Infrastructure for $1,232,232.00 for Elm Street Preservation Phase One
• 2025 Budget Amendment #1 totaling $126,500 for items including a police drone and playground equipment
• Resolution F-372 to increase Budinger & Associates, Inc contract by $28,925.00 for Aquatic Center geotechnical services
• Resolution F-365 for Parkside 2nd Addition Final Plat Approval
• Voucher total for approval of $797,213.25

The council unanimously passed Ordinance Y-87, a 2025 budget amendment, and Ordinance Y-88 authorizing petty cash and change funds. It also approved multiple resolutions for park, aquatic center, and Elm Street projects, while deferring one Elm Street supplemental agreement. A motion to hold an executive session was carried unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance Y-87 (2025 Budget Amendment #1) unanimously
• Approved Ordinance Y-88 (Petty Cash and Change Funds) unanimously
• Approved Resolution F-365 (Parkside 2nd Addition Final Plat) unanimously
• Approved Resolution F-369 (Aquatic Center Building Commissioning Contract) unanimously
• Approved Resolution F-372 (Aquatic Center Geotechnical Engineering Change Order 3) unanimously
• Deferred Resolution F-373 (Elm Street Preservation Project Supplemental Engineering Agreement) unanimously
• Approved Resolution F-374 (Elm Street Preservation Phase One Project Bid Award) unanimously
• Motion to hold an executive session carried unanimously

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure and facility upgrades, including the Cheney Aquatic Center and municipal court security. The body will also review vouchers totaling $3,029,401.30 and a payroll of $1,328,152.28.

• Cheney Aquatic Center Playground Project installation
• Water Department generator maintenance agreement with Cummins, Inc. totaling $17,553.30
• Court Security Upgrade contract award for Cheney Municipal Court
• Purple Pipe Project funding amendment extending the end date to October 30, 2026
• Eagle Sports Properties sponsorship agreement for 2025-2027

The council unanimously approved seven resolutions authorizing contracts for court security, a sports sponsorship, an interlocal agreement, an aquatic center playground, water‑department generator maintenance, a conflict waiver, and a water‑department generator maintenance agreement. One resolution – the Purple Pipe Project Funding Amendment B – passed with one abstention. The council also moved to submit an $18,009.63 damage claim to the Washington Court of Industrial Appeals.

• Approved Resolution F-362 Court Security Upgrade Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-363 Eagle Sports Properties Sponsorship Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-364 Purple Pipe Project Funding Amendment B (motion carried, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution F-366 Elm Street STA Interlocal Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-367 Cheney Aquatic Center Playground Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-368 Water Department Generator Maintenance Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-369 Aquatic Center Building Commissioning Contract – referred to Public Works Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-370 Conflict Waiver With Paine Hamblin, PS (unanimous)

City Council

The Cheney City Council will vote on two resolutions: a timeline extension for the Four Lakes Substation construction and lodging tax funding up to $7,500 for the Cheney Rodeo. The council will also approve vouchers totaling $953,578.63, issue a proclamation for National Home Fire Sprinkler Week, and hold an executive session on real estate acquisition.

• Resolution F-360: Amendment No. 2 extends Four Lakes Substation construction timeline to September 2025.
• Resolution F-361: Lodging Tax Committee recommends up to $7,500 for the 2025 Cheney Rodeo, reimbursed after reporting.
• Vouchers/payroll total $953,578.63.
• Proclamation: National Home Fire Sprinkler Week.
• Executive session under RCW 42.30.110 to consider real estate site selection or acquisition.

The City Council approved Resolution F-360 amending the Four Lakes Substation and Resolution F-361 for lodging tax disbursement, each carried unanimously. The council also approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting and approved claims and vouchers totaling $953,578.63.

• Approved Resolution F-360 (Four Lakes Substation Amendment 2) unanimously
• Approved Resolution F-361 (Lodging Tax Disbursement) unanimously
• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes as distributed
• Approved claims and vouchers totaling $953,578.63

Park Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Cheney Park Board. The main item is an information-only tour of the Cheney Aquatics Center, which is not open to the public. No action items, contracts, or financial matters are listed. The board will also handle citizen participation, approve minutes, and receive board and staff reports.

• Information item: Aquatics Tour at Cheney Aquatics Center (not open to the public)
• No action items listed on the agenda
• Meeting is held in person and virtually, but no Zoom link provided due to the tour

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance Y-85 to vacate a portion of Mary Street and city right-of-way along SR 904 for multi-family residential development. The Council will also vote on Resolution F-358 to disburse $15,500 in lodging tax funds to the Cheney Merchants Association for an EWU Graduation Event in downtown Cheney. Routine items include approval of minutes, vouchers totaling $2,871,109.70, and March payroll of $1,204,477.53.

• Resolution F-358: Lodging tax disbursement of $15,500 to Cheney Merchants Association for EWU Graduation Event
• Ordinance Y-85: Second reading and public hearing to vacate Mary Street and SR 904 right-of-way for multi-family housing
• Vouchers/payroll approval totaling $2,871,109.70
• March payroll of $1,204,477.53
• Citizen comments open to public (two-minute limit)

The council approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes and the listed claims and vouchers. Resolution F‑358 for lodging tax disbursement was approved unanimously. Ordinance Y‑85 (Mary Street Vacation Application) was passed unanimously after a second reading.

• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved listed claims and vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F‑358 Lodging Tax Disbursement (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance Y‑85 Mary Street Vacation Application (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a 2025-2027 Police Guild contract with tiered wage increases and a salary ordinance. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure agreements, including road inspections and water main project extensions.

• 2025-2027 Police Guild contract with wage increases of 5% (2025), 7% (2024), and 6% (2027)
• Resolution F-353 for Well 5 Roof Replacement contract award of $14,364.00 plus tax
• Resolution F-352 for two John Deere Z994R Diesel Commercial ZTrak Mowers at $18,028.01 each
• Ordinance Y-85 to vacate a portion of Mary Street and City right-of-way along SR 904
• Lodging tax disbursement recommendations totaling $34,067 for Mayfest and West Plains Little League

The council approved a series of resolutions covering a commute‑trip reduction plan, service agreements, equipment purchases, and a 2025‑2027 police guild contract, all carried unanimously. Ordinance Y‑86, the 2025 salary ordinance, was also passed with six votes in favor. A motion to allocate $5,000 to the Little League failed because it lacked a second. The council deferred the first reading of the Mary Street vacation ordinance to a future meeting.

• Adopted Commute Trip Reduction Plan (Resolution F‑342) – unanimous approval
• Approved StreetScan Service Agreement (Resolution F‑344) – unanimous approval
• Approved Elm Street Overlay Phase II TIB Consultant Agreement (Resolution F‑351) – unanimous approval
• Approved 2025‑2027 Police Guild Contract (Resolution F‑354) – unanimous approval
• Passed 2025 Salary Ordinance (Ordinance Y‑86) – passed with six votes
• Motion to allocate $5,000 to Little League (Resolution F‑355) – failed for lack of a second
• Deferred first reading of Mary Street Vacation Application (Ordinance Y‑85) to a future meeting

Park Board

The Cheney Park Board will hear an aquatics update and discuss Spokane Parks Foundation grant awards totaling $32,000: $7,000 for Hagelin Park playground resurfacing and $25,000 for the Cheney Aquatics Center. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Aquatics update from Dan Curley and Todd Ableman, including scheduling a pool tour
• Spokane Parks Foundation Grant Award - Hagelin Park Playground Resurfacing: $7,000
• Spokane Parks Foundation Grant Award - Cheney Aquatics Center: $25,000

The Cheney Park Board approved the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes. No action items were taken. Updates were provided on the aquatics center construction, which is about two weeks behind schedule, and on grants received from the Spokane Parks Foundation.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• No action items taken

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning change from commercial to high-density residential for a site behind the F&M Shopping Center. The body will also discuss a public hearing regarding the vacation of Mary Street and city right-of-way along SR 904. Other items include police equipment purchases and infrastructure grants.

• Public hearing for Mary Street vacation for multi-family residential development
• Ordinance Y-84 to rezone 3.14 acres behind F&M Shopping Center to High Density Residential (R-3H)
• Resolution F-341 for the purchase of FLOCK Cameras for the Police Department
• Resolution F-346 for a $14,307.00 fiber optic cable replacement contract with Zero DB Communications
• Resolution F-345 for Four Lakes Substation Construction Agreement Amendment with a $187,500 deposit due March 15, 2025

The Cheney City Council approved the purchase of Flock Cameras (Resolution F-341) with Councilmember Belock voting no, and approved a Spokane Regional Transportation Council grant application (Resolution F-343), a Four Lakes Substation construction agreement amendment (Resolution F-345), and a fiber optic cable replacement project contract (Resolution F-346), all unanimously. The council also passed Ordinance Y-84, amending the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map, and tabled the Mary Street vacation for further consideration.

• Approved Resolution F-341 for Flock Camera purchase (vote: 5-1, Belock no).
• Approved Resolution F-343 for Spokane Regional Transportation Council grant application (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution F-345 for Four Lakes Substation Construction Agreement Amendment No. 1 (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution F-346 for Fiber Optic Cable Replacement Project contract award (unanimous).
• Passed Ordinance Y-84 (Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map Amendment) on final reading (unanimous).
• Tabled the Mary Street Vacation (25-028) for further consideration (unanimous).
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2025 meeting as distributed.
• Approved claims and vouchers as listed.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on March 6, 2025. They will discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan as old business, and elect officers for 2025. A presentation on recognizing architectural styles will be given by Michelle Thompson from DAHP. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion (old business)
• Election of Officers for 2025
• Presentation by Michelle Thompson (DAHP) on Recognizing Architectural Styles & Significant Features Part 2
• Approval of minutes from May 2, 2024 and January 2, 2025 regular meetings
• Citizen participation opportunity at start of meeting

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal to change the zoning of two parcels from commercial to High Density Residential (R-3H). The meeting also includes several requests for vehicle and equipment purchases for city departments and the police force.

• Ordinance Y-84: Rezoning 3.14 acres behind F&M Shopping Center (Andrus Road) to High Density Residential
• Resolution F-331: Purchase of 2024 Caterpillar 420XE Backhoe Loader for $146,698.44 plus tax
• Resolution F-332: Purchase of 2024 Caterpillar 306 Excavator for $108,184.77 plus tax
• Resolution F-337: Purchase of 2024 Chevy EV Pickup Truck for $64,800 after rebate
• Resolution F-338: Ziply Fiber Lease Agreement amendment at $3,500 per month

The Cheney City Council approved six resolutions for equipment purchases, including a backhoe, excavator, meter technician vehicle, Ziply Fiber lease, fire chief vehicle, and police patrol car, all unanimously. The FLOCK camera system purchase was deferred for further research, and the comprehensive plan and zoning map amendment was moved to first reading and deferred. Two new police officers were sworn in.

• Approved Resolution F-331 for equipment rental backhoe purchase (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-332 for water department excavator purchase (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-337 for light department meter technician vehicle purchase (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-338 for Ziply Fiber lease agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-339 for deputy fire chief emergency response vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-340 for police patrol car purchase (unanimous)
• Deferred Resolution F-341 for FLOCK camera system purchase to future meeting
• Moved Ordinance Y-84 (comprehensive plan and zoning map amendment) to first reading and deferred

Park Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will review construction progress and staffing for aquatics. The meeting also includes an update on the dog park and a report on City Council activity.

• Aquatics construction progress and timeline
• Aquatics food and beverage concessions
• Aquatics staff interviewing
• Dog park update and City Council status

The Cheney Park Board received updates on the aquatic center construction, which is behind schedule due to frozen ground delaying concrete pouring, but the pool is expected to open by end of June. Staff have hired 4 hospitality staff, 2 head lifeguards, and 2 lifeguards so far. No formal action items were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 regular meeting
• Heard aquatics construction update: pool delivered, concrete pour delayed by frozen ground, expected opening end of June
• Noted RFP for pool furniture to be posted, estimated cost $30,000-$50,000
• Reported hiring of 4 hospitality staff, 2 head lifeguards, 2 lifeguards for aquatics
• Discussed dog park amenities: soil from 50-acre park, shelter purchased, volunteers needed for construction

City Council

The council will consider two resolutions: accepting a revised $342,173 funding agreement from SRTC for electric vehicles and a charging station, and setting a March 11, 2025 hearing date for a request to vacate Mary Street right-of-way to allow property development. The meeting also includes approval of vouchers totaling over $2 million, small contracts for EPIC programs and asbestos abatement, and a $999.99 damage claim. Public comments are accepted in person or virtually.

• Resolution 25-017: Accept revised $342,173 SRTC award for electric vehicles and charging station (down from $350,685)
• Resolution 25-018: Set March 11, 2025 hearing for Mary Street vacation request by Randall Gillingham
• Approval of 2025 vouchers ($2,013,177.11) and payroll ($1,199,811.81)
• Small contracts: EPIC classes ($700-$600 per event) and IRS Environmental asbestos abatement ($2,980)
• Claim for damages: Anthony Smith $999.99

The Cheney City Council approved two resolutions: Resolution F-335 accepting a funding agreement with SRTC, and Resolution F-336 approving the Mary Street vacation application. Both passed unanimously. The council also approved minutes, claims, and vouchers, and declined a claim for damages from Anthony Smith.

• Approved Resolution F-335 accepting SRTC funding agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-336 for Mary Street vacation application (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Jan 28 and Feb 5 meetings
• Approved claims and vouchers totaling over $3.2 million
• Declined claim for damages from Anthony Smith

Planning Commission

The Cheney Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a comprehensive plan amendment (LUA2024-004) for the Gillingham property. Commissioners will also elect officers for the coming term and consider approval of the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes. A citizen participation period is scheduled at the start of the meeting.

• Public hearing on #2025-04 LUA2024-004 Gillingham Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Election of Commission officers
• Approval of January 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Citizen participation opportunity

The Cheney Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval of a comprehensive plan amendment and zone change for 3.14 acres between 1st St, Andrus Road, and the railroad tracks. The proposal would change the zoning from C-2 General Commercial to R-3H High Density Residential and the land use designation from Commercial to Multi-Family. The recommendation will go to City Council for final decision. The commission also re-elected Richard Mount as chair and Dan Turbeville as vice-chair.

• Recommended approval of comprehensive plan amendment and zone change for 3.14 acres (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Re-elected Richard Mount as chair (Mount abstained)
• Elected Dan Turbeville as vice-chair (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a special joint workshop. The body will discuss Cheney’s Comprehensive Plan.

• Joint Planning Session to discuss Cheney’s Comprehensive Plan

The Cheney City Council held a special meeting with the Planning Commission to discuss the comprehensive plan. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only. The meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.

• Discussed the comprehensive plan with the Planning Commission

City Council

The Cheney City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance at its January 28, 2025 meeting. Key decisions include a 2025-2027 labor agreement with IAFF Local 1919 (firefighters) with wage increases, and a $43,935 amendment for geotechnical services at the Cheney Aquatics Center project. Also up for vote are a resolution to lower the minimum bid on a surplus backhoe to $25,000, and an amendment for a reclaimed water rate study.

• Resolution F-334: 2025-2027 IAFF Local 1919 labor agreement with wage increases
• Resolution F-328: Amendment Two for aquatic center geotechnical services, increasing contract by $43,935
• Resolution F-329: Surplus of Case Backhoe #721 with minimum bid lowered to $25,000
• Ordinance Y-83: 2025 Salary Ordinance incorporating IAFF wages
• Resolution F-327: $1,500 grant from AOC for Cheney Community Court pre-trial service training

The Cheney City Council unanimously approved the 2025 salary ordinance (Ordinance Y-83) on final passage, along with several resolutions including a community court grant, aquatic center geotechnical services amendment, surplus of backhoe #721, reclaimed water rate study, a training provider agreement with the American Red Cross, and the 2027 IAFF Local 1919 labor agreement. All votes were unanimous. The meeting was procedural with no public comment or substantive discussion beyond staff reports.

• Approved Resolution F-327 for Cheney Community Court Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-328 for Aquatic Center Geotechnical Services Amendment Two (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-329 for surplus of backhoe #721 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-330 for Reclaimed Water Rate Study (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-333 for Licensed Training Provider Agreement with American Red Cross (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-334 for 2027 IAFF Local 1919 Labor Agreement (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance Y-83 2025 Salary Ordinance on final reading (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will vote on six resolutions including final plat approval for Golden Hills 6th Addition Phase 2, a $57,500 electrical wire purchase bid, an asphalt repair contract increase to $44,512.84, and $11,450 in lodging tax for a hockey conference. They will also consider a first reading of a Comcast franchise ordinance and review a tentative 2025-2027 collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local #1919.

• Final plat approval for Golden Hills 6th Addition Phase 2 (Resolution F-321)
• Comcast cable franchise ordinance (Ordinance Y-82)
• Electrical wire purchase bid award of $57,500 to American Wire Group (Resolution F-323)
• Asphalt repairs project amendment two finalizing $44,512.84 (Resolution F-324)
• Tentative 2025-2027 collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local #1919 (information item)

The Cheney City Council approved the Comcast franchise agreement (Ordinance Y-82) on final passage with a 6-1 vote, and approved the Golden Hills 6th Addition Phase 2 final subdivision plat (Resolution F-321) with one nay vote. All other action items—including the Spokane County Hearing Examiner interlocal agreement, electrical wire purchase bid, asphalt repairs amendment, lodging tax, and DIVCO service agreement renewals—were approved unanimously. The council also approved minutes, claims, and vouchers as listed.

• Approved Resolution F-321 for Golden Hills 6th Addition Phase 2 final plat (6-1, Belock nay)
• Approved Resolution F-322 for Spokane County Hearing Examiner interlocal agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-323 for electrical wire purchase bid as corrected (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-324 for 2024 Asphalt Repairs Project Amendment Two (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-325 for 2025 Lodging Tax (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution F-326 for DIVCO Service Agreement Renewals (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance Y-82 for Comcast Franchise Agreement (6-1, Belock nay)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024, and claims/vouchers as listed

Planning Commission

The Cheney Planning Commission will meet to receive information updates on the Comprehensive Plan, ongoing projects, and the Water Reclamation & Re-Use (Purple Pipe) Project. No voting items are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of informational presentations and reports. Citizen participation is open at the start of the meeting.

• Information Item #2025-01: Comprehensive Plan Update – Progress Report
• Information Item #2025-02: Project Updates
• Information Item #2025-03: Water Reclamation & Re-Use (Purple Pipe) Project Overview
• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2024 regular meeting
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and Zoom participation options

The Cheney Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. They approved the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting, and received informational updates on the comprehensive plan update, project updates (Golden Hills, Parkside, Blackhawk Ridge), and the Water Reclamation & Re-Use (Purple Pipe) Project. No formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of October 14, 2024 regular meeting as corrected (unanimous)

Park Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to receive updates on aquatics and the dog park. The board is scheduled to elect a commissioner to coordinate a mowing schedule with Mark Schuller and Todd Ableman.

• Aquatics update from Dan Curley
• Dog Park update from Colette Buck and Paul Schmidt
• Election of a commissioner to discuss mowing schedule with Mark Schuller and Todd Ableman