Enumclaw public meetings in 2022
21 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Civil Service
The commission approved the minutes from the November 16, 2022, meeting. Members discussed police recruitment for lateral and entry-level officers and the addition of one Communications Officer position in the 2023 budget.
- Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board recommended that the Community Development Director approve a Master Sign Plan for a new bear statue at 1145 Roosevelt Ave E. Approval is conditioned on the planting of drought-tolerant trees and shrubs in a required 18 square foot planter bed.
- Approved September 1, 2022 minutes (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Master Sign Plan SNG2022-0018 for Brown Bear Car Wash (5-0)
Library Board
The Board approved the minutes from the October 5, 2022 meeting. Members discussed several proposed 2023 goals, including senior reading programs and social media outreach, which the KCLS Regional Manager will investigate for feasibility.
- Approved 10/5/22 minutes (4-0)
Community & Economic Development
The committee approved the November 14, 2022 meeting summary. Members requested staff prepare a revised fee resolution for sidewalk cafe and right-of-way use permits to recover approximately $13,000 in annual leasehold excise taxes. Staff will also contact the Enumclaw School District regarding a request to increase impact fees.
- Approved November 14, 2022 meeting summary
- Requested staff prepare revised fee resolution for sidewalk cafe and ROW use permits
- Requested staff contact Enumclaw School District regarding impact fee increase
City Council
The City Council approved the 2023 Annual Operating Budget and the 2023 Property Tax Levy. Council also passed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and a fourth-quarter budget amendment for 2022. Several board and commission appointments were confirmed via the consent agenda.
- Approved 2023 Annual Operating Budget (Ordinance No. 2746) (7-0)
- Approved 2023 Property Tax Levy of $2,544,644 (Ordinance No. 2747) (7-0)
- Approved 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Ordinance No. 2743) (7-0)
- Approved Fourth Quarter Budget Amendment including $20,500 for sewer cam transporter (Ordinance No. 2748) (7-0)
- Approved accounts payable vouchers of $1,763,815.50 and payroll certifications (7-0)
- Confirmed 8 appointments to Arts Commission, Design Review Board, Human Services Advisory Board, Park Board, and Planning Commission (7-0)
- Approved Health Insurance and Wellness Program policies (7-0)
- Cancelled December 5, 2022 council meeting (7-0)
Cemetery Board
The board proposed raising plot prices by 10% to account for inflation, with the recommendation sent to the CSC for approval. Other discussions focused on endowment fund investments and cemetery maintenance.
- Approved August 17, 2022 minutes
- Recommended 10% increase for plot prices ($1,500, $2,500, and $3,500) for CSC approval
- Requested deputy city clerk contact Garden Club regarding board vacancy
Civil Service
The Commission approved updates to Civil Service Rules regarding meeting times and office hours. Commissioners also agreed to approve eligibility registers via email to expedite the hiring of a new Communications Officer.
- Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Updated Civil Service Rule 2.01 to change meeting time from 4:00 PM to 9:00 AM (3-0)
- Updated Civil Service Rule 2.09 to change office hours to Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (3-0)
- Agreed to approve eligibility registers via email following oral boards
Community & Economic Development
The committee approved the October 20 meeting summary and agreed to address changes at Mnt. Villa Mobile Home Park to prevent emergency dispatch errors. Members also reviewed proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments and a plan to implement an online payment portal for permits.
- Approved October 20, 2022 meeting summary
- Agreed to change addresses at Mnt. Villa Mobile Home Park to resolve dispatch system errors
- Supported staff pursuing Point and Pay contract for online permit payments
City Council
The City Council approved a fourth quarter budget amendment to increase the Chamber of Commerce budget by $5,000. Public hearings were held for the 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendments, the 2023 Annual Operating Budget, and the 2023 Property Tax Levy. The Council also approved several appointments and changes to the December meeting schedule.
- Approved $5,000 budget increase for Chamber of Commerce (7-0)
- Approved October 24, 2022, meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved appointment of Rachael Brooks to Arts Commission (7-0)
- Approved appointment of Ed Bickford to Civil Service Commission (7-0)
- Moved first December meeting from 12/12/22 to 12/5/22 (7-0)
- Cancelled second December meeting on 12/26/22 (7-0)
City Council
The Enumclaw School Board held a joint workshop with the City Councils of Enumclaw and Black Diamond. The board reviewed three potential bond scenarios for school facilities, noting that community feedback favored Scenario 3. No formal votes were taken during this session.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission voted to recommend four 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendments to the City Council. These amendments cover school district and parks capital facilities, transportation improvements, and stormwater planning.
- Recommended approval of 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments to City Council (4-0)
- Approved minutes from July 28, 2022 and August 25, 2022 (4-0)
City Council
The council approved a solid waste rate increase (Ordinance 2742) and waived the 2023 water and sewer rate increases (Ordinances 2744 and 2745). It also adopted a fee schedule amendment (Resolution 1766) and authorized transfer of unclaimed property to the state (Resolution 1768). In unfinished business, the council added $15,000 to the Chamber of Commerce budget and $7,000 for snow-related supplies.
- Approved solid waste rate increase (Ordinance 2742) 7-0
- Waived 2023 water rate increase (Ordinance 2744) 7-0
- Waived 2023 sewer rate increase (Ordinance 2745) 7-0
- Approved fee schedule amendment (Resolution 1766) 7-0
- Approved unclaimed property transfer to state (Resolution 1768) 7-0
- Approved $15,000 increase to Chamber of Commerce budget 7-0
- Approved $7,000 increase to special events budget for propane and snow juice 7-0
- Approved consent agenda (vouchers, payroll) 7-0
Community Services
The committee will review a skate park design proposal and a King County Aquatics Grant Agreement. Members will also hold a discussion regarding pickleball.
- King County Aquatics Grant Agreement
- Skate Park design proposal
- Pickleball discussion
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is meeting to discuss a proposal from Schemata to serve as the architect and engineer for pool renovations. The body will also review minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting.
- Proposal from Schemata for Pool Renovation Architect/Engineer
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is meeting to discuss several park-related projects and facilities. The session includes updates on the Community Center and other city projects.
- Pickleball Facility discussion
- MacFarland Park Storywalk discussion
- Anderson’s Riverview Park discussion
- Project updates for Montgomery, Farmer’s, and Community Center
Community Services
The committee will review council action items regarding lease agreements and fuel surcharges. Discussion topics include a new pickleball facility, the MacFarland Park Storywalk, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
- Chinook LL Lease Agreement
- ELM Fuel Surcharge
- Pickleball Facility discussion
- MacFarland Park Storywalk discussion
- ARPA discussion
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is meeting to address council action items and discuss facility planning. The body will review a lease agreement and a fuel surcharge.
- Chinook LL Lease Agreement
- ELM Fuel Surcharge
- Pickleball Facility discussion
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is meeting to address council action items regarding a mobile stage bid and a lease renewal. Members will also receive updates on three city park projects.
- Bid award for a Mobile Stage
- Boise Creek Concession Lease Agreement renewal for Mocha Motion
- Project updates for Farmer’s Park
- Project updates for MacFarland Pickleball court
- Project updates for Montgomery Park
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is reviewing budget amendment items and the Parks Six-year Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also discuss youth and teen survey results and the skate park.
- Cemetery Septic overage: $6,542.24
- MacFarland Sport Court: $54,000
- Golf Course Mower: $52,567.85
- Parks Six-year CIP
- Skate Park discussion
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is meeting to discuss a budget amendment for the MacFarland Sport Court and the adoption of a municipal flag. The body will also hold a discussion regarding the Senior/Community Center.
- Res. No. 1748: Adoption of Municipal Flag
- Request for $54,000 from Park Impact Fees for MacFarland Sport Court
- Discussion on Senior/Community Center
Community Services
The Community Services Committee is meeting to address council action items and several discussion topics. The body will review a mower purchase and receive reports on facility assessments and design updates.
- Council action item for Greensmaster 3250-D Mower
- Pavilion design updates
- Senior Center Facility Assessment report
- Municipal Flag design contest selection
- Golf Course Rates