Moses Lake public meetings in 2021

Civil Service Commission

The Moses Lake Civil Service Commission is meeting remotely to approve minutes from April 21, 2021, and review Civil Service Rules. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2021
• Review of Civil Service Rules

Municipal Airport Commission

The Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss airport operations and development. The agenda includes discussions on weed spraying, fuel systems, and research regarding a Public Development Authority.

• Discussion of operations manual recommendation to Council
• Research on Airport Development – Public Development Authority (PDA)
• Election of officers
• Meeting with Jeff Bishop regarding PDA first steps

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board voted unanimously to terminate the bid process for a new fuel system and recommend the City Council purchase a used system using available CARB funds. The board also approved increasing tie-down fees, moving forward with a Public Development Authority (PDA), and recommending expanding the board to seven members.

• Approved motion to terminate bid process for new fuel system (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recommend City Council purchase used fuel system with CARB funds (unanimous)
• Approved tie-down fee increase: first week free, $4/week after, or $15/month (unanimous)
• Approved motion to move forward with PDA, including phase one and continuing phases two and three (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recommend City Council increase board membership to seven (unanimous)
• Approved motion to excuse Tom Dent from meeting (unanimous)
• Approved November meeting minutes as read (unanimous)
• Approved retaining Tim Prickett as Chairman and Finley Grant as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a workshop meeting with continued public hearings on three shoreline substantial development permit applications. These are the only substantive items on the agenda, along with routine approval of minutes and staff updates.

• Public hearing: PLN2021-0046 Walker Bulkhead Repair at 3031 W. Lakeside Dr.
• Public hearing: PLN2021-0012 Miles Shoreline Stabilization at 1003 Edgewater Ln.
• Public hearing: PLN2021-0067 Cove West Shoreline Stabilization along Cove West Dr.
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2021 meeting

The Moses Lake Planning Commission approved three shoreline substantial development permits: Walker Bulkhead Repair, Miles Shoreline Stabilization, and Cove West Shoreline Stabilization. All approvals included staff recommendations and conditions. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 4 meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 4 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Walker Bulkhead Repair permit with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Miles Shoreline Stabilization permit with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Cove West Shoreline Stabilization permit with conditions (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will review the 2021 third quarter budget revenue and expenditure report, which shows sales tax is up 26.7% over the prior year. The meeting also includes discussions on contract amendments, lease renewals, and several board appointments.

• Review of 2021 3rd Quarter Financial Report
• Aspect Consulting Contract Amendment
• Jake Jacobsen dba Hayboy Farms Lease Renewal
• Stredwick Water Rights Lease Back
• 2022 Fee Schedule Resolution 3873

The Moses Lake City Council appointed Deanna Martinez to fill the vacant Council Position 1 for the remainder of 2021, temporarily suspending a rule to expedite the process. The Council approved the 2022 fee schedule (Resolution 3873) with the senior ice rink fee set at $3, and authorized Advanced Fitness Solutions equipment for the Larson Recreation Center in a 4-3 vote. Several other items were approved, including a water rights lease-back, a court services agreement, and multiple appointments.

• Appointed Deanna Martinez to Council Position 1 (6-0)
• Approved Aspect Consulting contract amendment, $34,500 (7-0)
• Reappointed Tim Prickett and Darrin Jackson to Municipal Airport Board (6-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 3873 2022 Fee Schedule, senior ice rink fee $3 (6-1)
• Authorized Advanced Fitness Solutions equipment for Larson Rec Center (4-3)
• Approved Stredwick water rights lease back (7-0)
• Approved Grant County District Court ILA and Ordinances 2996 & 2997 (7-0)
• Postponed Hayboy Farms lease renewal (7-0)

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business including the December airport inspection, weed spraying, fuel system updates, and an operations manual recommendation to the council. They will also hear new business items such as electing officers, meeting with Jeff Bishop about the Public Development Authority (PDA), and reviewing NOTAMs and volunteer time.

• December airport inspection
• Weed spraying update (Mike)
• Fuel system update
• Operations manual recommendation to council (Mike)
• PDA research and meeting with Jeff Bishop (Dave)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a workshop to begin updating the Development Code sections of the Municipal Code. SCJ Alliance will present an overview of the work to be completed. The agenda also includes public hearing training and updates from staff and the Community Development Director.

• 2021 Development Code update kickoff presentation by Rachel Granrath of SCJ Alliance
• Public Hearing Training Overview
• Community Development Director update

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board discussed House Bill 1025, a local parks funding option, and decided that each board member will individually decide whether to support the bill by December 15, 2021, with a recommendation to City Council. The board also approved the October 13, 2021 minutes unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; other items were informational updates.

• Approved minutes from October 13, 2021 (unanimous)
• Board members to decide on supporting HB 1025 by Dec 15, 2021

Hearing Examiner

The Moses Lake Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a variance request (PLN2021-0059) to develop undersized lots on Grape Dr. between Luta and Virginia Dr. Citizens wishing to speak must contact the Planning Department by 4 p.m. the day before the meeting.

• Public hearing on variance PLN2021-0059 for undersized lots on Grape Dr.

Civil Service Commission

The Moses Lake Civil Service Commission will meet remotely to approve minutes from April 21, 2021, and review Civil Service Rules. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2021
• Review of Civil Service Rules

City Council Meetings

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider the adoption of the 2022 Budget Ordinance, which includes an estimated $83.6 million in total expenditures. The council will also review several resolutions regarding fee schedules, CPI adjustments, and LTAC application recommendations.

• Adoption of 2022 Budget Ordinance (Ordinance 2993) with $83,623,444 in total appropriations
• Public hearing for the 2022 Budget Ordinance
• Review of 2022 Fee Schedule Resolution 3873
• Consideration of 2022 CPI Adjustment Resolution 3872
• Review of Moses Lake RV Park Deferral Request

The Council adopted the 2022 Budget Ordinance 2993 as presented, with no public comments. It also approved the consent agenda, adopted the 2022 CPI Adjustment Resolution 3872, accepted LTAC funding recommendations, denied an RV park deferral request, postponed the 2022 Fee Schedule Resolution, and adopted the 2021 Budget Adjustment Ordinance 2995. All votes were 6-0 except where noted.

• Adopted 2022 Budget Ordinance 2993 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and several items (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 CPI Adjustment Resolution 3872 (6-0)
• Accepted LTAC recommendations reallocating $5,000 (4-2)
• Denied Moses Lake RV Park deferral request for Bing Rd improvements (4-2)
• Postponed 2022 Fee Schedule Resolution 3873 (6-0)
• Adopted 2021 Budget Adjustment Ordinance 2995 (6-0)
• Accepted Effectuate LLC proposal for airport airpark financial analysis (4-1-1)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to review Council recommendations regarding the funding of 2022 LTAC applicants. The meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2021.

• Review Council Recommendations for Funding of 2022 LTAC Applicants

City Council Meetings

This is a special meeting called solely for an executive session, which is not open to the public. The council will discuss litigation under state law for 30 minutes, then adjourn. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session on litigation (RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)) for 30 minutes

The Moses Lake City Council held a special meeting on November 17, 2021, at 3 p.m. The only substantive action was calling a 30-minute executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) to discuss potential litigation with the city manager and city attorney. No votes, decisions, or other business were conducted. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

• Held a special meeting with roll call and remote attendance by the mayor and two council members.
• Entered a 30-minute executive session to discuss potential litigation, with no action taken.
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:30 p.m. without any formal votes or resolutions.

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, inspections, and financial reports. Old business covers a second bid for the fuel system, weed spraying, water infrastructure, 2022 lease updates, and operations manual reviews. New business includes hiring a part-time administrative assistant, an airport kiosk, and a lease request from Justin Good.

• Fuel system second bid
• Weed spraying
• Water for infield and moving hydrant (Bureau permit submitted)
• 2022 airport lease update
• Request to lease – Justin Good

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board approved the proposed 2022 budget, with members expressing concern that city employee service costs were not shown. They also discussed forming a Public Development Authority for the airport, continued work on a new lease with AOPA attorney David Sonn, and reviewed updates to the operations manual and security plan. The board tabled the airport kiosk until the fuel system is done and noted that Justin Good is no longer interested in leasing.

• Approved October minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Excused Tom Dent from November meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled airport kiosk until fuel system is done
• Noted Justin Good withdrew lease interest
• Board to assemble and install 40 purchased reflectors

City Council Meetings

The City Council is reviewing the proposed 2022 budget of $83.6 million, which is $12 million less than the 2021 budget due to the Larson Recreation Center project. The General Fund budget is $30.9 million, up 4.8%, with additions of 10 full-time and 2.5 part-time employees. The budget includes capital projects, new staffing, and a $4 million Police Department remodel funded by local borrowing.

• General Fund budget $30.9 million, up $1.4 million from 2021
• Adds 10 full-time and 2.5 part-time employees, including two traffic officers
• Police Department remodel funded by $4.0 million local borrowing
• Capital projects: $3.7M streets, $3.9M water/sewer, $1M water rights
• Water and wastewater rates proposed to increase 3% per year

The Council adopted Ordinance 2992, the Comprehensive Plan update, by a 4-2 vote, with Deputy Mayor Jackson and Council Member Myers opposed. They also approved the 2022 property tax levy with a 1% increase (Resolution 3865), abandoned a utility easement (Resolution 3864), and remanded a $5,000 LTAC grant recommendation. The 2022 budget ordinance was introduced and continued to November 23.

• Adopted Comprehensive Plan Ordinance 2992 (4-2)
• Adopted Resolution 3864 abandoning Knolls Vista lift station easement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3865 for 1% property tax levy increase (5-0)
• Remanded $5k LTAC grant from Sand Scorpion to Columbia Basin Allied Arts (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including claims and payroll (5-0)
• Reinstated two-year service requirement for Mayor/Deputy Mayor (6-0)
• Excused Council Member Riggs (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a continued public hearing on the 2022 budget ordinance, a hearing on the property tax levy resolution, and a continued hearing on the Comprehensive Plan Ordinance 2992. The council will also consider adopting a resolution to abandon an obsolete easement for the Knolls Vista Lift Station and review annual LTAC recommendations. The meeting includes a budget workshop and several routine consent agenda items.

• 2022 Budget Ordinance 2993 – first presentation and continued public hearing
• Property Tax Levy Resolution 3865 – public hearing and consideration
• Comprehensive Plan Ordinance 2992 – continued public hearing and possible adoption
• Knolls Vista Lift Station Easement Abandonment Resolution 3864 – public hearing and consideration
• $5,808 WATV grant for ATV signage installation at 11 locations

The Council adopted Ordinance 2992, the Comprehensive Plan update, by a 4-2 vote after a continued public hearing with comments on zoning, UGA boundaries, and a proposed commercial development. It also approved resolutions to abandon a utility easement, set the 2022 property tax levy at the maximum 1% increase, and continued the 2022 budget hearing to November 23. The Council approved the consent agenda and remanded a $5,000 LTAC grant recommendation from Sand Scorpion to Columbia Basin Allied Arts.

• Adopted Comprehensive Plan Ordinance 2992 (4-2)
• Adopted Resolution 3864 abandoning Knolls Vista lift station easement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3865 for 2022 property tax levy with 1% increase (5-0)
• Continued 2022 Budget Ordinance 2993 public hearing to Nov 23
• Approved consent agenda including claims, payroll, and project acceptances (5-0)
• Remanded $5k LTAC grant from Sand Scorpion to Columbia Basin Allied Arts (5-0)
• Reinstated two-year council service rule for Mayor/Deputy Mayor election (6-0)
• Excused Council Member Riggs absence (6-0)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Planning Commission will conduct four public hearings regarding Shoreline Substantial Development Permits. These items involve bulkhead repairs, swim deck installations, and shoreline stabilization projects.

• Permit PLN2021-0046: Walker Bulkhead Repair at 3031 W. Lakeside Dr.
• Permit PLN2021-0061: Johnson Swim Deck and Walkway at 1300 W. Marina Shores #7
• Permit PLN2021-0012: Miles Shoreline Stabilization at 1003 Edgewater Ln.
• Permit PLN2021-0067: Cove West Shoreline Stabilization Lots along Cove West Dr.

The Moses Lake Planning Commission held public hearings on four shoreline substantial development permits but took no final action, voting to continue all hearings to the December 16, 2021 meeting. The permits include a bulkhead repair, a swim dock and walkway, a shoreline stabilization, and a stabilization project along Cove West Dr. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 16 meeting and received updates on the Comprehensive Plan and Housing Action Plan grant.

• Approved minutes from October 16 meeting
• Continued all four shoreline permit public hearings to December 16, 2021

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will consider a request for a conditional use permit, binding site plan, and short plat. The proposal involves building an 82-unit RV park within a C-2 Commercial Zone.

• PLN2021-0013: Moses Lake RV Park Conditional Use Permit, Binding Site Plan, and Short Plat

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2991, which updates the city's Complete Streets policy to strengthen multimodal transportation commitments and improve eligibility for state funding. The council will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan/Housing Action Plan and continue deliberations on November 9, with a resolution for adoption under old business. Other items include contract amendments, homeless program updates, and annual LTAC recommendations.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 2991 (Complete Streets Policy update)
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan / Housing Action Plan, with resolution 3862 for adoption
• Contract amendment with Berk Consultants
• Agreement for firefighter accommodations
• Annual review and approval of LTAC application recommendations

The council voted 4-3 to reinstate firefighters with accommodations, over opposition from Riggs, Hankins, and Deputy Mayor Jackson. They also adopted Ordinance 2991 updating the complete streets policy, continued the Comprehensive Plan/Housing Action Plan hearing to November 9, and approved several contracts and resolutions.

• Reinstated firefighters with accommodations (4-3)
• Adopted Ordinance 2991, Complete Streets Policy (7-0)
• Continued Comprehensive Plan/Housing Action Plan hearing to Nov 9 (7-0)
• Approved Berk Consultants contract amendment (7-0)
• Approved Homeless Program contract updates (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3862, Housing Action Plan (7-0)
• Postponed LTAC application review to Nov 9 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and payments (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council is holding a study session to review the proposed 2022 budget, including $4.76 million in budgeted requests and $7.6 million in capital improvement projects. The agenda is primarily a budget workshop with no formal votes scheduled.

• 2022 proposed budget totals $31.8M in general fund expenditures
• $1.74M for 17 new vehicle replacements
• $2M for Northshore Lift Station wastewater project
• $1.5M for Yonezawa Boulevard street repair
• $462,500 annual debt payment for police building remodel

The Moses Lake City Council held a special meeting as a 2022 budget study session, reviewing department budgets, staffing changes, and cost assumptions. No formal votes or decisions were taken; council confirmed adoption timelines and agreed to consider budget options at the November 9 public hearing. A 10-minute closed session on labor relations was held.

• Confirmed budget adoption timelines
• Agreed to consider budget options at November 9 Public Hearing
• Held closed session on labor relations

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is holding an in-person work session with the Public Works Division Director. The meeting is a notice of potential quorum, meaning board members may be present, and is open to the public in person or via Zoom. No specific decisions or agenda items are listed.

• Work session with Public Works Division Director at 11905 Rd. 4 NE, Bldg. 5-1
• Public participation available via Zoom
• Face coverings required per Governor's mandate

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board held a special meeting to discuss updates to the Airport Operations Manual and Security and Emergency Response Plan. No action was taken. The updated documents will be presented for adoption at the November 12, 2021, meeting, and if adopted, will go to the City Council for a vote.

• Discussed updates to Airport Operations Manual and Security and Emergency Response Plan (no action)
• Scheduled adoption vote for November 12, 2021 meeting

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a workshop on the Shoreline Master Program (SMP) periodic update, presented by SCJ Alliance. The update is required by state law and will address shoreline regulations, environmental protection, and public access. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Shoreline Master Program update presentation by SCJ Alliance
• Approval of minutes from September 16 and September 23, 2021 meetings
• Public comment period with 5-minute limit per speaker
• Remote access via Zoom and in-person attendance with masks required

The Moses Lake Planning Commission held a routine meeting on October 14, 2021, approving prior meeting minutes and marking Commissioner Skaug's absence as excused. The main agenda item was an introductory presentation on the Shoreline Master Program update, with a June 2022 due date. Commissioner Henning resigned during the meeting due to moving outside the city limits.

• Approved marking Commissioner Skaug as absent (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from September 16 and September 23 meetings (motion carried)
• Received Shoreline Master Program update presentation from SCJ Alliance and Twin Peaks consultants
• Noted Commissioner Henning's resignation from the commission

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Creative District and Larson Recreation Center, and to review survey findings for the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes public forum and approval of prior minutes.

• Comprehensive Plan – Survey Findings
• Creative District – Update
• Larson Recreation Center – Update
• Public Forum
• Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board met on October 13, 2021, and approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting. The main item was a presentation by GreenPlay consultant Jeff Milkes on survey data for the Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan, with recommendations and prioritization still to come. No formal decisions were made on the plan. The board also discussed the Larson Recreation Center timeline, now pushed to August 2022, and park sign updates.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard survey findings for Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan (no action taken)
• Noted Larson Recreation Center completion pushed to August 2022
• Confirmed park signs being repaired and updated with new city logo

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2990 to renew Northland Cable (Vyve Broadband) franchise through March 2027. They will also vote on a utility delinquent account payment plan, reject airport fuel storage bids, and approve the Hayden Homes Sagecrest project. The meeting includes a study session on the Comprehensive Plan and Housing Action Plan, plus presentations on the Community Coalition and Parks Comp Plan survey.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2990 renewing Northland Cable/Vyve Broadband franchise through March 31, 2027
• Resolution 3869: Utility delinquent account payment plan
• Airport fuel storage bid rejection
• Hayden Homes Sagecrest project approval
• Consent agenda includes Poth Major Plat Phase 1, Well 31 decommissioning change order, and network server purchases

The council adopted Resolution 3869 to continue suspending utility shutoffs and waiving delinquent fees through October 31, 2021, with monthly shutoffs and fee assessments resuming in November. They also approved a cable franchise extension for Northland Cable (Vyve) via Ordinance 2990, rejected all bids for the airport fuel storage project, and accepted the Hayden Homes Sagecrest Project with a reimbursement of $928,093.77. The consent agenda was approved, including claims and payroll checks totaling over $2.1 million.

• Adopted Resolution 3869 extending utility shutoff suspension and fee waivers through Oct. 31, 2021
• Adopted Ordinance 2990 granting Northland Cable (Vyve) a franchise extension
• Rejected all bids for the Municipal Airport Fuel Storage Project
• Accepted Hayden Homes Sagecrest Project with reimbursement of $928,093.77
• Approved consent agenda including claims, payroll, and electronic payments totaling $2,131,956.33
• Approved meeting agenda as presented (7-0)

Municipal Airport Commission

The Advisory Board reviewed airport maintenance, including a $20,000 estimate for installing a water meter to the infield. Members also discussed concerns regarding the frequency and chemical use of weed spraying by the Parks Department.

• Estimated $20,000 cost to install a 2-inch meter and water to the infield
• Board request to City Council to return to using volunteers for weed spraying
• Motion passed to add all Board members to the NOTAM list
• Authorization for Darrin Jackson to speak with developers regarding southwest corner property development

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board voted unanimously to reject all bids for a new fuel system and rebid the project after the low bid of $342,000 exceeded the engineer's estimate of $274,000. The board also approved adding quarterly financial reports to the Airport Operations Manual and excused an absent member. Other items were discussed but not decided.

• Rejected fuel system bids and authorized rebid (unanimous)
• Approved September minutes as written (unanimous)
• Excused Tom Dent from the meeting (unanimous)
• Added quarterly financial reports to Airport Operations Manual (unanimous)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Moses Lake Lodging Tax Advisory Committee met remotely on October 6, 2021, to review available 2021 revenue funds. The group discussed a summary of 2021 funding applications, historical funding data, and a Smith Travel Report. The meeting concluded with recommendations for funding 2022 lodging tax applicants.

• Review of 2021 Available Revenue Funds
• Summary of 2021 Lodging Tax Funding Applications
• Review of Historical Funding Summary
• Discussion of Smith Travel Report
• Recommendations for Funding of 2022 LTAC Applicants

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee reviewed 2021 applications and recommended a total of $309,900 in lodging tax funding for 2022 disbursement to Council. They also suggested using $50,000 in ARPA funds to cover the Spring Festival's Freedom Fest request. The recommendation includes funding for 11 events and organizations, with some conditions on marketing use.

• Recommended $309,900 total lodging tax funding for 2022 disbursement
• Recommended $50,000 ARPA backfill for Moses Lake Freedom Fest
• Recommended $110,000 for City of Moses Lake Parks Dept tourism marketing
• Recommended $57,900 for ML Airshow
• Recommended $40,000 for Grant County Fair (marketing only)
• Recommended $40,000 for Spring Fest
• Recommended $35,000 for Sand Scorpions ORV Group (marketing only)
• Denied funding for Visit WA Marketing Central/Eastern Washington Event Tourism

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Moses Lake Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review 13 funding applications for 2022 events and marketing, with $309,900 available to distribute. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings and review the 2021 revenue funds. Decisions will be made on which events and organizations receive lodging tax funds to promote tourism.

• City of Moses Lake Tourism Marketing Efforts - $110,000
• Grant County Fair - $75,000
• 3rd Annual Moses Lake Airshow - $60,000
• Sand Scorpions Bounty Hole & Freestyle Mud Trucks - $55,325
• Moses Lake Freedom Fest - $50,000

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a study session on the Larson Recreation Center operating feasibility, then a regular meeting to consider several items, including terminating the Mattawa police contract, awarding a snow plow removal contract, and discussing the airport irrigation project. The consent agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, claims, and business license ordinance changes.

• Mattawa Police Contract Termination
• Snow Plow Removal Contract award
• Airport Irrigation Project discussion
• Business License Application Process Ordinances 2986-2988
• Utility Billing Proration Effective Date Ordinance 2989

The Moses Lake City Council voted 6-0 to discard the current municipal airport lease and begin drafting a new one, following concerns raised by an Airport Advisory Board member. The council also approved a $50,900 snow removal contract (6-1), an airport irrigation project (7-0), and the consent agenda (7-0). A proposal to write a letter to the governor about vaccine mandates failed due to lack of consensus.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, ordinances, and demolition project (7-0)
• Approved motion to redo airport lease from scratch (6-0, Jackson abstained)
• Accepted termination of Mattawa Police Contract (7-0)
• Awarded snow removal contract to Central Washington Asphalt for $50,900 (6-1, Jackson opposed)
• Approved airport irrigation project (7-0)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will continue a public hearing on proposed updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan and development regulations, as required by the Growth Management Act. The commission will take public testimony, deliberate, and may make a motion to recommend the updates to the City Council. The agenda includes no other substantive items.

• Continuation of public hearing on Comprehensive Plan and development regulation updates
• Proposed changes include a new vision statement, Housing Action Plan, and Capital Facilities Plan
• Public testimony limited to 3 minutes per speaker; written comments due by 3 p.m. on meeting day

The Moses Lake Planning Commission held a public hearing on the updated Comprehensive Plan, including the Capital Facilities and Land Use Elements. After hearing public comments, the commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the plan, with the exception of maintaining UGA Boundary Area 5 (North Mae Valley) and excluding the 'donut' area (Area 11, Wheeler West). The recommendation will be forwarded to the city council for final action.

• Recommended approval of the updated Comprehensive Plan as presented (unanimous)
• Maintained UGA Boundary Area 5 (North Mae Valley) in the plan
• Excluded 'donut' area (Area 11, Wheeler West) from UGA boundary amendments

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider and recommend updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan and development regulations, as required by the Growth Management Act. The proposed updates include changes to required plan elements, a new vision statement, a Housing Action Plan, and a Capital Facilities Plan. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan and development regulation updates
• Proposed new vision statement and Housing Action Plan
• Capital Facilities Plan update
• Approval of minutes from August 26 and September 2, 2021 meetings

The Moses Lake Planning Commission held a public hearing on the Updated Draft Comprehensive Plan, including UGA boundary changes, and heard public comments on several areas. After deliberation, the commission voted unanimously to continue the hearing to September 23, 2021, at 6:00 PM. No final decision on the plan was made.

• Continued public hearing on Updated Draft Comprehensive Plan to Sept. 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug. 26 and Sept. 2, 2021 meetings

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a continued public hearing on vacating a portion of Third Avenue right-of-way (Ordinance 2982) and consider several other items, including a photo enforcement amnesty program extension, a snow removal policy update, nuisance abatement, prorated utilities policies, a school zone speed limit change, and an antenna lease renewal. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and an executive session on potential litigation.

• Public hearing on Fox Property Vacate Ordinance 2982 to correct a legal description error in a prior right-of-way vacation on Third Ave
• Photo Enforcement Amnesty Program Extension (Police Chief Kevin Fuhr)
• Snow Removal Policy Update (Municipal Services Director Dave Bren)
• Nuisance Abatement Resolution 3865 (Johnson)
• Prorated Utilities Policy Ordinances 2983 and 2984

The Moses Lake City Council unanimously (7-0) adopted Resolution 3862 to reinstate the Stratford Rd construction contract with C&R Tractor, and approved a title change for City Clerk Debbie Burke to City Clerk – Administrative Services Manager. Council also adopted ordinances to vacate a right-of-way on Third Ave (Ordinance 2982), prorate utilities (Ordinances 2983 and 2984), and establish 20 mph school zone speed limits (Ordinance 2985). The photo enforcement amnesty program was extended through November 30, and the consent agenda, including payments totaling over $2.5 million, was approved.

• Adopted Resolution 3862 reinstating Stratford Rd construction contract with C&R Tractor (7-0)
• Approved City Clerk title change to City Clerk – Administrative Services Manager (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2982 vacating 30' x 290' right-of-way on Third Ave (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2983 allowing proration of utilities by day (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2984 amending MLMC 13.12 for utility proration (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2985 establishing 20 mph school zone speed limits (7-0)
• Extended Photo Enforcement Amnesty Program through November 30 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.96M in claim checks and other payments (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council held a special meeting on September 13, 2021, at 4 p.m. with Mayor Curnel and council members attending in person and remotely. The only substantive action was entering a 30-minute executive session, later extended by 20 minutes, to discuss potential litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). No other decisions or votes were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m.

• Held a special meeting on September 13, 2021, at 4 p.m. in Conference Room 225 of the Civic Center with remote access.
• Entered a 30-minute executive session to discuss potential litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i).
• Extended the executive session by 20 minutes.
• Adjourned the special meeting at 4:50 p.m.

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting remotely to discuss routine airport business. Agenda items include approval of previous minutes, an airport inspection report, old business such as the fuel system and weed spraying, and new business including a financial report, 2021 lease memo, and updates to the operations manual and security plan. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or phone.

• September airport inspection report
• Fuel system update
• Weed spraying update
• 2021 lease memo
• Review of airport operations manual and security/emergency response plan updates

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board approved a motion to add all board members to the NOTAM list, ensuring they receive aviation notices. The board also decided to request City Council approval for volunteers to handle weed spraying instead of the Parks Department, and to explore using Bureau of Reclamation water for the infield. Additionally, they authorized Mr. Jackson to discuss development options for the southwest corner property with developers.

• Approved adding all board members to the NOTAM list.
• Decided to request City Council to allow volunteers to spray weeds instead of the Parks Department.
• Decided to request City Council and investigate getting Bureau of Reclamation water for the infield.
• Approved Mr. Jackson to speak with developers about developing the southwest corner property.
• Approved the July meeting minutes as written.
• Excused Mr. Dent and Mr. Pearce from the meeting.

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine updates, including monthly plat reviews, museum and creative district updates, and reports from recreation and parks staff. Key items include updates on the Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan, a Recreation Feasibility Study, and the Larson Recreation Center. The meeting is open for public comment via remote or in-person attendance.

• Monthly update on plat reviews, dedication, or fee in lieu of land
• Museum update by Dollie Boyd
• Creative District update
• Recreation update by Carrie Hoiness
• Parks update by Clayton Pray

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from its July 14, 2021 meeting. Staff provided updates on museum membership and staffing, fall/winter recreation programs, and park maintenance, including a fire at Blue Heron Park and a temporary closure of Montlake Park due to a homicide investigation. The board also heard that a recreation feasibility study is complete and will be presented to City Council on September 28, 2021.

• Approved the minutes from the July 14, 2021 meeting.
• Heard that the recreation feasibility study is complete and will be presented to City Council on September 28, 2021.
• Heard that the Parks & Recreation Comp Plan consultants will attend the October Advisory Board meeting.
• Heard that the Recreation Department took on youth recreation soccer for fall after CBYSA dissolved.
• Heard that Montlake Park was closed on September 8, 2021, due to a homicide investigation.
• Heard that a fire at Blue Heron Park caused no private property damage.
• Heard that the museum membership is up close to 200 since new membership levels were rolled out.
• Heard that construction continues at Larson Recreation Center with some material delays.

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Moses Lake Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from November 2020, review the status of 2021 lodging tax applications and the budget, and discuss the application process and timeline for 2022. This is a regular business meeting with no public hearings or major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 23, 2020
• Review of 2021 application status and budget
• Discussion of 2022 application process
• Discussion of 2022 application timeline

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan, including a Land Use Request Analysis memo and proposed Urban Growth Area (UGA) revisions. This is a discussion item only; no final decisions are listed on the agenda. Public comments can be submitted in writing or by speaking at the meeting with a five-minute limit.

• Draft Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Land Use Request Analysis Memo DRAFT 2021_0820
• UGA Revisions DRAFT 2021_0820

The Moses Lake Planning Commission held a workshop meeting on September 2, 2021, to review the draft Comprehensive Plan by chapter with consultant Kevin Gifford of BERK Consulting. Discussion covered the Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundary update, transportation and land use elements, and infill versus UGA development. No formal decisions were made; the commission requested maps showing Extra Territorial Agreements in the UGA.

• Reviewed draft Comprehensive Plan chapters with consultant (no action)
• Requested maps showing Extra Territorial Agreements in the Urban Growth Area

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission received a presentation from Berk Consulting on the Draft Comprehensive Plan, including Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundary changes. Four residents gave public comments on the UGA, Land Use, Housing Action, and Transportation elements. The Commission requested an additional workshop meeting to discuss the boundary changes and draft documents in more detail. No formal decisions were made on the plan itself.

• Approved the May 13, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Requested another workshop meeting to discuss UGA boundary changes and draft plan details.

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council approved several items, including Ordinance 2891 to finance a fire apparatus with a $840,000 loan, Resolution 3863 opposing a statewide income tax (6-1), and a contract award for the Burr Ave Water Project to Ellison Earthworks. The council also authorized the purchase of a replacement brush truck and approved the consent agenda. A public hearing on the Fox Property Vacate Ordinance was continued to September 14, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance 2891 for fire apparatus financing (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3863 opposing statewide income tax (6-1)
• Awarded Burr Ave Water Project to Ellison Earthworks (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of replacement brush truck (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and contracts (7-0)
• Continued Fox Property Vacate Ordinance hearing to Sept 14

Municipal Airport Commission

The Airport Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to review airport lease language amendments and discuss fuel system and maintenance items. The meeting includes a review of the 2021 financial report and upcoming inspections.

• Review of proposed lease language changes regarding property insurance and nuisance storage
• Discussion of a $175,000 WSDOT CARB loan for an above-ground fueling station
• Review of airport manual updates and 2021 lease memos
• Updates on fuel system, weed spraying, and building construction south of the airport
• Financial report review including a $10,700 annual loan repayment schedule

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will review and consider approval of an interlocal agreement extension with Mattawa and a Rotary Skate Park agreement. The consent agenda includes routine items such as meeting minutes, claims and payroll, and acceptance of several completed projects. An executive session is scheduled for property sale and potential litigation.

• Mattawa/Moses Lake ILA Extension
• Rotary Skate Park Agreement Resolution 3861
• Claims and payroll totaling $1,010,519.68
• Accept Wanapum Sewer Repair Project 2021
• Accept Westshore Drive Watermain Project 2021

The Moses Lake City Council approved Resolution 3861, accepting $141,000 from Moses Lake Rotary for skate park improvements, and authorized an amended interlocal agreement with Mattawa for interim police chief services. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included accepting several public works projects and paying claims. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or requests for future study sessions.

• Approved Resolution 3861 for Rotary Skate Park improvements (7-0)
• Authorized amended interlocal agreement with Mattawa for interim police chief (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and project acceptances (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as presented (7-0)

City Council Meetings

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Moses Lake City Council at an Apparatus Bedding Ceremony at Station 1. No city business will be conducted; it is a ceremonial event only.

• Apparatus Bedding Ceremony at Station 1, 701 E Third Ave, Moses Lake, WA

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2978 to extend interim controls for small wireless facilities for six months. The council will also review and vote on several other items, including a budget reallocation for museum exhibits, a zoning code update contract, water conservation and parking regulation ordinances, and a water system approval for Grove Estates. The meeting includes a study session on economic development trends and a consent agenda with routine items.

• Budget reallocation of $150,775 for museum exhibit redesign and open storage of Adam East archaeological collection
• Public hearing and motion to extend Interim Wireless Facility Controls Ordinance 2978 for six months
• Award contract for zoning code update (amount not specified)
• Adopt Water Conservation Extension Ordinance 2980 (MLMC 13.07)
• Adopt Parking Regulations Update Ordinance 2979 (MLMC 10.12)

The Moses Lake City Council approved a contract with SCJ Alliance for a zoning code update, adopted several ordinances including extending wireless facility interim controls, water conservation, and parking regulations, and authorized a new Group B water system for a 7-lot subdivision. All decisions were made during the July 27, 2021 regular meeting.

• Authorized $150,775 museum budget reallocation for exhibit redesign (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Stratford Road Completion Project (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2978 extending wireless facility interim controls (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling $1,497,239.79 (7-0)
• Authorized contract with SCJ Alliance for Zoning Code Update (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2980 extending water conservation period to include June and September (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2979 adding no parking on Juniper Drive at GTA Bus Stop (7-0)
• Authorized creation of Group B water system for Grove Estates subdivision (5-2)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board will receive several departmental updates. Discussions include progress on the Creative District, museum status, and various recreation and parks planning items.

• Creative District update
• Museum update from Dollie Boyd
• New membership structure update
• Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan update
• Larson Recreation Center update

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board unanimously approved the May 12, 2021 minutes and voted to change its regular meeting time from 7pm to 6pm, effective September 2021. The board also received updates on the Creative District application, museum programs, recreation activities, and the Larson Recreation Center construction, which is 5 weeks behind schedule.

• Approved May 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting time change from 7pm to 6pm, effective September 2021 (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a joint study session with the Planning Commission on the Capital Facilities Element of the Comprehensive Plan, presented by BERK Consulting. In the regular meeting, they will consider the FY2022 budget guidelines, reject all bids for the Longview and Kinder reconstruction project, and review a proposal for a fire pumper tender under the LOCAL program. The agenda also includes routine consent items and an executive session for property acquisition and potential litigation.

• FY2022 budget guidelines: General Fund balance $5.8M, 19.9% of $29.5M budget
• Reject all bids for Longview and Kinder reconstruction
• LOCAL Program intent for Fire Pumper Tender
• Accept Sun Terrace Phase 5 Improvements Resolution 3859
• Joint Comprehensive Plan study session on Capital Facilities Element

The Moses Lake City Council rejected the sole bid for the Longview and Kinder reconstruction project, which came in nearly $1 million over the engineer's estimate, and voted to rebid in the winter. The council also approved a consent agenda including payments and a resolution, authorized a new Human Resources Analyst position, amended the Perteet contract for traffic analysis, and approved a notice of intent for the LOCAL program to finance a fire pumper/tender.

• Rejected all bids for Longview and Kinder reconstruction and approved rebidding in winter (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims/payroll/electronic payments totaling over $2.9 million, and Resolution 3859 accepting Sun Terrace Phased 5 improvements (7-0)
• Established a Human Resource Analyst position (7-0)
• Authorized the City Manager to amend the Perteet contract for subarea traffic analysis (7-0)
• Approved the Notice of Intent to participate in the Washington State LOCAL lending program for a fire pumper/tender (7-0)
• Approved the agenda as presented (7-0)

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting by Zoom and phone only. The agenda covers routine items like roll call, June minutes, a July airport inspection, and old and new business topics including the fuel system, weed spraying, and volunteer time.

• Roll call and motion about absentees
• July airport inspection and assignment of August inspection
• Old business: fuel system, weed spraying, water for infield and moving hydrant, construction of building south of airport
• New business: volunteer time and other items

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board approved the June meeting minutes unanimously. The board discussed the fuel system project, with the city's new engineer taking over and a bid planned for a 12,000-gallon used tank or a 6,000-gallon new tank. Concerns were raised about weed spraying costs and schedules, and the board requested budget reports and a visit from the Finance Director. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Discussed fuel system bid: 12,000-gallon used tank with option for 6,000-gallon new tank
• Requested monthly budget reports be sent to the board with agendas
• Requested City Finance Director be invited to next board meeting
• Noted July inspection will be done by Tim Prickett
• Discussed weed spraying schedule and costs; concerns to be raised with City Manager

Hearing Examiner

The Moses Lake Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Mr. and Mrs. Joyce to keep a 240-square-foot storage shed that violates the required 6-foot side yard setback at 615 Edgewater Ln NE. City staff recommends denial, finding the variance does not meet state criteria and would be a special privilege, detrimental to neighbors. The hearing is scheduled for July 6, 2021, via Zoom.

• Variance request PLN2021-0010 for shed at 615 Edgewater Ln NE
• Shed is 240 sq ft, requires building permit and 1-hour fire rating if within 5 ft of property line
• Staff recommends denial based on RCW 35A.63.110 criteria
• Two citizen comments received from neighbors
• Shoreline buffer of 25 ft must not be encroached

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (Resolution 3856) and an ordinance amending the Hayden Homes developer agreement for the Sagecrest subdivision. They will also consider a Maple Grove plat alteration, a Redflex amnesty program extension, and ARPA funding resolutions. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and reports from the mayor and city manager.

• Adoption of 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (Resolution 3856)
• Ordinance 2976 amending Hayden Homes developer agreement for Sagecrest, with city paying for half-width Hansen Road construction
• Maple Grove Plat Alteration Resolution 3857 and settlement agreement
• Redflex amnesty program extension
• OFM ARPA Funding Resolution 3858 and Ordinance 2977

The Council adopted the Six-Year Street Plan (Resolution 3856), amended the Hayden developer agreement (Ordinance 2976), and approved the Maple Grove plat alteration (Resolution 3857) plus a settlement agreement with Hayden Homes. It also adopted Resolution 3858 and Ordinance 2977 to accept $6,723,558 in federal ARPA funds, and extended the Redflex amnesty program through August 31, 2021. All votes were 7-0.

• Adopted Resolution 3856, the Six-Year Street Plan, as presented (7-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2976, amending the Hayden developer agreement for Hansen Road construction (7-0).
• Adopted Resolution 3857, removing condition #10 from the Maple Grove preliminary plat (7-0).
• Authorized a settlement agreement with Hayden Homes LLC (7-0).
• Approved the Consent Agenda, including claims and payroll totaling $2,164,281.49 (7-0).
• Extended the Redflex amnesty program through August 31, 2021 (7-0).
• Adopted Resolution 3858, accepting ARPA funding allocation of $6,723,558 (7-0).
• Adopted Ordinance 2977, establishing ARPA funding categories (7-0).

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting remotely to discuss routine business including leases, fuel system, crack sealing, and weed spraying. They will also review a preliminary five-year Capital Improvement Plan with major projects such as a $1 million HMA curb improvement and a $250,000 fuel system.

• Preliminary Capital Improvement Plan includes $1,000,000 for binding site plan improvements and HMA curb (7,000 LF)
• Fuel System project listed at $250,000
• Fencing project on Road $ NE estimated at $200,000
• Replace Operations Building at $150,000
• Crack seal on runway and taxiways scheduled every 3 years at $16,000

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board approved the May meeting minutes and excused two members. They discussed ongoing issues including a broken runway sign, fuel system replacement planning, and a preliminary capital improvement plan. The board also noted completed crack sealing and weed spraying, and received a donation of runway lights from the Port of Moses Lake.

• Approved May meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved excusing Tim Prickett and Tom Dent from the June meeting.
• Discussed lease concerns with Richard Pearce; will be addressed with Public Works and possibly City Attorney.
• Planning fuel system replacement; will prepare request for quotes for new or refurbished systems.
• Reviewed preliminary capital improvement plan; will send binding site plan with next agenda.
• Noted donation of 100 runway lights from Port of Moses Lake; will request statement for City Council approval.
• Adjourned meeting at 12:53 p.m.

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold study sessions on council rules and Port of Moses Lake developments, then a regular meeting to review the 1st quarter financial report, consider awarding a police station remodel design contract, and vote on a Stratford Rd speed limit reduction ordinance. The agenda also includes routine consent items like meeting minutes, claims, and a water right agreement.

• Award Police Station Remodel Design (motion)
• Stratford Rd. Speed Limit Reduction Ordinance (adoption)
• 1st Quarter Financial Report: revenues $5.22M (18.9% of budget), expenditures $6.58M (22.3%)
• Stredwick Water Right PSA #2 (consent)
• Emergency Housing Grant Amendment (consent)

The Moses Lake City Council approved the consent agenda, awarded Phase 1 of the police station remodel design to Rolluda Architects, and adopted Ordinance 2975 reducing the speed limit on Road 7. The council also received reports on the Port of Moses Lake, financial status, and a housing action plan draft.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and agreements (7-0)
• Awarded Phase 1 police station remodel design to Rolluda Architects (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2975 reducing speed limit on Road 7 (7-0)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is reviewing a preliminary major subdivision application for Polo Ridge. The project, proposed by Schneider Homes, involves creating 11 residential lots on 3.5 acres near Paxson Dr.

• PLN2021-0017: Preliminary Major Subdivision for 11 residential lots in an R-1 zone

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2973, which would require developers to host neighborhood meetings for certain types of development adjacent to or in residential zoning. The council will also review and consider adoption of several other ordinances, including a 2021 budget amendment, council board procedures, and a planned development district. Consent agenda items include routine approvals such as minutes, claims, and a signal replacement award.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 2973 (Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance)
• 2021 Budget Amendment Ordinance 2971
• Council Board Procedures Ordinance 2972
• Maple Grove Planned Development District Ordinance 2974
• Reject all bids for miscellaneous sewer repairs

The Moses Lake City Council adopted Ordinance 2973, requiring developers to host neighborhood meetings for certain development types, with Council Member Myers opposed. The council also approved a consent agenda including a $1.19 million claims payment, set a public hearing for the six-year Transportation Improvement Plan, and approved several other items. All other actions, including a budget amendment, council procedures, and a planned development district, passed unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 2973 requiring neighborhood meetings for certain developments (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,194,624.88 in claims and other items (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2971, the 2021 budget amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2972, Council and Board Procedures (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2974, Maple Grove Planned Development District (7-0)
• Authorized purchasing cooperative with Douglas County Fire District 5 (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Misc. Sewer Repairs project (7-0)
• Approved Hearing Examiner recommendations for Reinhard Short Plat (7-0)

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board will meet remotely via Zoom to discuss lease relinquishments, including Rod Richeson's lease on Parcel 23 and Jackson Flight Center's partial lease, along with old and new business items such as fuel system, beacon repairs, crack sealing, weed spraying, and runway signs. The meeting is open to the public via phone or Zoom.

• Relinquishment of Rod Richeson's lease on Parcel 23 and discussion of unpaid rent ($584.71)
• Relinquishment of property by Jackson Flight Center for lease to Dean Hankins
• Discussion of fuel system, flashing beacon repairs, crack seal on runway and taxiways
• Graveling Municipal Hangar Rd. with cost estimates ($3,990 and $2,052)
• Addressing off Municipal Airport Rd. and Municipal Hangar Rd.

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board voted to relinquish Rod Richeson's lease on Parcel 23 without charging him for the period since signing, and approved purchasing a replacement tar pot for $330.36 plus shipping. The board also discussed lease commercial/non-commercial determinations, fuel system consultant contact issues, and various maintenance projects.

• Relinquished Rod Richeson's lease on Parcel 23 (4-1, Pearce opposed)
• Relinquished Richeson's lease without charging him from lease signing (4-1, Pearce opposed)
• Approved purchase of tar pot for $330.36 plus shipping (4-1, Dent abstaining)
• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:51 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the April 15, 2021 meeting and receive a presentation on the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The meeting is remote-only, with public comment accepted in writing or by phone. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2021 meeting
• Presentation on the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)

The Moses Lake Planning Commission met virtually and reviewed the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, presented by City Engineer Richard Law. The plan, designed by consultant Perteet, incorporates elements from the Comprehensive Plan's Transportation element and prior Municipal Services studies. No formal decisions were made; the item was presented for review and discussion only.

• Approved April 12, 2021 minutes (motion by Mann, seconded by Hepburn)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The board will receive several progress updates regarding recreation and parks facilities. Discussions include status reports on the Larson Recreation Center, Paul Lauzier Infields, and the Creative District.

• Creative District update
• Pool Address System update
• Paul Lauzier Infields update
• Larson Recreation Center update
• Parks & Recreation Comp Plan update

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board unanimously approved the April 14, 2021 meeting minutes. The board received updates on recreation programs (e.g., T-Ball, water park, pickleball), park maintenance projects (e.g., Paul Lauzier Complex infields, pet station at Marina Park), and the Larson Recreation Center groundbreaking. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved April 14, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

This is a notice that a quorum of Moses Lake City Council members may be present at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Larson Recreation Center on May 12, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. No city business will be conducted at this event.

• Groundbreaking of the Larson Recreation Center

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold study sessions on a Highway 17 and Grape Dr. roundabout and a joint comprehensive plan workshop, followed by a regular meeting. New business includes first presentations of a council procedures ordinance and a 2021 budget amendment, plus motions to approve a continuity of operations plan, a district court amnesty program, and an expanded homeless assistance program. The consent agenda covers routine items like meeting minutes, claims and payroll, a wastewater discharge permit for D&L Foundry, a marine patrol interlocal agreement with Grant County, and acceptance of a pool liner project.

• WSDOT presentation on Highway 17 and Grape Dr. roundabout
• 2021 Budget Amendment Ordinance – first presentation
• Expanding Homeless Assistance Program – approval consideration
• District Court Amnesty Program – approval consideration
• D&L Foundry Industrial Waste Discharge Permit No. 17 renewal

The Moses Lake City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a completion contract with CWA for the Stratford Rd. project after C&R Tractor and Landscaping's contract was terminated. The council also approved an interlocal agreement with Grant County Health District for COVID services, adopted Resolution 3853 for continuity of operations, approved a District Court amnesty program, and authorized a contract with HopeSource for homeless assistance. All votes were 7-0.

• Authorized City Manager to execute completion contract with CWA for Stratford Rd (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Interlocal Agreement with Grant County Health District for COVID services (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3853 Continuity of Operation Plan (7-0)
• Approved District Court amnesty program with 50% ticket reduction June 1-30, 2021 (7-0)
• Authorized contract with HopeSource for Rapid Re-Housing and Hotel Voucher programs (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, payroll, wastewater permit, marine patrol ILA, pool liner project (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will review and consider approval of several items, including a contract for ambulance billing services, the prior year's 4th quarter financial report, and an interlocal agreement for an interim police chief. They will also discuss a proposed ordinance that would require neighborhood meetings for certain developments, despite a unanimous recommendation from the Planning Commission to deny it.

• System Designs Ambulance Billing Service contract
• Prior Year 4th Quarter Financial Report
• Mattawa Waiver Letter and Interim Chief Interlocal Agreement
• Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance discussion
• Consent agenda including contract awards and resolutions

The Moses Lake City Council approved a contract with Systems Design West for ambulance billing services, effective July 1. They also approved a conflict waiver and interlocal agreement with the City of Mattawa for temporary police chief services, and authorized the city manager to sign a stipulation order with the WA State Department of Ecology regarding water rights. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda including claims and resolutions (7-0)
• Approved Systems Design West as ambulance billing provider (7-0)
• Approved additional reserve transfers and 2020 year-end budget report (7-0)
• Approved conflict waiver for legal counsel Katherine Kenison (7-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with City of Mattawa for police chief services (7-0)
• Authorized city manager to sign stipulation order with WA Dept. of Ecology (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Moses Lake Civil Service Commission is meeting remotely to review civil service rules and discuss its meeting schedule. The agenda contains no specific decisions, contracts, or public hearings—only routine administrative items.

• Review of Civil Service Rules
• Discussion of meeting schedule

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance that would require developers to host neighborhood meetings for certain projects. The commission will also discuss updates to the city's development fee schedule, which includes increases for many permits and applications. The meeting is remote-only, with public comments due by 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Public hearing on Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance requiring meetings for conditional use permits, subdivisions, and commercial developments in residential zones
• Fee schedule updates: annexation fee from $500 to $1,500, zoning variance/CUP from $300 to $1,650, major subdivision from $300 to $1,650 plus $50/lot
• New fees: pre-application meeting $150, development agreement $1,800, appeal to hearing examiner $1,500
• Approval of minutes from March 11 meeting

The Moses Lake Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny recommending a proposed neighborhood meeting ordinance to the City Council, following public comments about costs and attendance. The commission also reviewed a draft fee schedule for planning and land use, noting significant fee increases, and discussed bringing it back for further consideration.

• Denied recommendation of neighborhood meeting ordinance to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved March 11, 2021 minutes
• Excused Commissioner Skaug from April 15 meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Moses Lake Civil Service Commission is meeting remotely to review civil service rules and discuss its meeting schedule. The agenda contains no action items, only routine administrative business.

• Review of Civil Service Rules
• Discussion of meeting schedule

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board is meeting to receive updates on several ongoing projects and programs, including the Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan, Larson Recreation Center, Adopt-a-Street, pool liner, and Surf 'n Slide. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Creative District update
• Parks & Recreation Comp Plan update
• Larson Recreation Center update
• Pool liner update
• Surf 'n Slide update

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board approved the March 10, 2021 minutes unanimously. Charlene Rios volunteered to represent the board on the Creative District Planning Committee. Staff provided updates on recreation programs, park maintenance, and the Larson Recreation Center demolition and construction timeline.

• Approved March 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Charlene Rios selected as board representative to Creative District Planning Committee

Hearing Examiner

The Moses Lake Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two new business items: the Maple Grove project and the Reinhard Short Plat Deviations. No decisions are noted in the agenda; these are public hearings for discussion.

• Public hearing: Maple Grove
• Public hearing: Reinhard Short Plat Deviations

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a study session on the Comprehensive Plan and Housing Action Plan with the Planning Commission, then consider several action items including funding for the Larson Recreation Center, road improvement covenants, water/sewer connection requests, and fee changes. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, and construction contracts.

• Larson Rec Center LOCAL Funding Ordinance 2970
• Westshore Drive Road Improvement Covenant
• 2327 Westshore Drive NE water and sewer connection request
• Surf n Slide Water Park Fee Resolution 3848
• Award Wanapum Sewer Repair Project ($215,119.80)

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board approved amended March minutes and discussed ongoing projects including lease updates, a fuel system installation, and runway repairs. No major contracts were awarded; most items were informational or directed staff to gather estimates.

• Approved amended March minutes (unanimous)
• Excused Tom Dent from March meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine items like claims, payroll, and several agreements, and will consider two new policies: an Adopt-a-Street program and an updated fee schedule. The meeting also includes reports on the comprehensive plan timeline, a wastewater manager retirement, and a quit claim deed for airport land.

• Adopt-a-Street Policy Resolution 3826
• Fee Schedule Update Resolution 3846
• Claims and payroll totaling $1,189,212.09 in claim checks, $9,950.13 in payroll checks, and $455,852.86 in electronic payments
• Lakeshore Project Closeout and Call for Covenant
• Flying T, LLC Airport Land Quit Claim Deed Motion

The Moses Lake City Council approved the consent agenda, which included payments totaling over $1.6 million, a settlement agreement for the Lakeshore project, and several property and water agreements. The council also adopted Resolution 3826 to revive the Adopt-a-Street program and Resolution 3846 to update museum membership fees and add a new Adopt-a-Street fee. All votes were 6-0. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved the agenda as presented (6-0).
• Accepted the Flying T, LLC airport land quit claim deed (6-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including claim checks, payroll, electronic payments, and multiple agreements (6-0).
• Adopted Resolution 3826, the Adopt-a-Street policy (6-0).
• Adopted Resolution 3846, updating the fee schedule for museum memberships and Adopt-a-Street (6-0).

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting remotely to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, airport inspections, and various old and new business items. Topics include leases, a potential property purchase for fuel, progress on new hangars, a courtesy car, fuel system matters, a construction application, beacon repairs, a survey team, crack sealing, spraying, and volunteer time.

• Leases
• Purchase of property for fuel
• Progress for new hangars
• Hankins' application to construct a structure
• Repairs to flashing beacon

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board approved two applications to construct structures: one for Dean Hankins' hangar and one for Rod Richeson's parking area for up to two airplanes. The board also approved a $10,000 quote to repair the flashing beacon and a motion to buy chemicals for spraying. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved Dean Hankins' application to construct a hangar (unanimous)
• Approved Rod Richeson's application for a parking area for no more than two airplanes (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 quote to replace pole and wiring for flashing beacon (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of chemicals for spraying (unanimous)
• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will discuss a draft ordinance that would require certain development projects to hold neighborhood meetings before applying. The commission previously discussed the ordinance in February and staff have narrowed the list of triggering land uses. The meeting is remote-only, and the commission will also approve minutes from the February meeting.

• Draft Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance (Chapter 20.09.015) requiring meetings for conditional use permits, infill development, PUDs, mixed-use, plats, and commercial developments adjacent to residential zoning
• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2021 meeting
• Ordinance reviewed by City Finance Committee on March 9, 2021

The Moses Lake Planning Commission discussed an updated draft Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance that would require certain projects to hold neighborhood meetings, including considerations for meeting locations and traffic count solutions. Public comment raised concerns about location and cost. No formal decision was made on the ordinance; the meeting was adjourned after discussion.

• Approved the February minutes as amended, with a small verbiage change regarding the sleep center motion.
• Discussed the updated draft Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance but took no action.
• Received public comment from Danielle Escamilla (Western Pacific Engineering) on the ordinance.
• Heard updates on the Creative District, a Gateway feature on Broadway, and the Comprehensive Plan status.

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board is meeting remotely to approve prior minutes, receive updates on the Creative District, parks, recreation, and the director's report, and consider a motion on museum membership. The meeting is open to the public via phone or Zoom.

• Museum membership motion by Dollie Boyd
• Parks & Recreation Comp Plan update, need one member for interview committee on March 16
• Larson Recreation Center update
• Department name change update
• Creative District update

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the March 10, 2021 minutes. Charlene Rios agreed to serve as the board's representative on the Creative District Planning Committee. The board received updates on recreation programs, park maintenance, and the Larson Recreation Center demolition and rebuild.

• Approved the minutes from the March 10, 2021 meeting.
• Confirmed Charlene Rios as the board's representative to the Creative District Planning Committee.
• Agreed to involve board member Greg Nevarez in stakeholder meetings for the Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan.
• Discussed and showed willingness to be involved in proposed Tree and Arts sub-committees.

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will vote on the construction contract for the Larson Recreation Center, which had an apparent low bid of $8.9 million. The body will also review the implementation timeline for new water and sewer rates and consider a draft ordinance for a Maple Grove Planned Unit Development. Additionally, Council will authorize a contract for the Shoreline Master Program periodic update and a settlement agreement following an executive session on litigation.

• Award Larson Rec Center Bid (apparent low bid of $8.9 million)
• Water-Sewer Rate Implementation Timeline approval
• Maple Grove PURD Ordinance Draft (consider remand)
• Shoreline Master Program Periodic Update Contract authorization
• Settlement Agreement Authorization (following executive session)

The Moses Lake City Council approved pursuing $11,350,000 in financing through the State LOCAL program for the Larson Rec Center and awarded the construction bid of $8,900,000 to Leone and Keeble. The council also approved a timeline for water-sewer rate implementation, authorized a contract for the Wanapum sewer emergency project, and remanded the Maple Grove PURD ordinance back to the Hearings Examiner. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved pursuing $11,350,000 in project financing through the State LOCAL program for the Larson Rec Center.
• Awarded the Larson Recreation Center construction bid to Leone and Keeble for $8,900,000.
• Approved the water-sewer rate implementation timeline as presented.
• Authorized staff to execute a contract with the low bidder for the Wanapum Sewer Emergency Project, to be ratified at a future meeting.
• Remanded the Maple Grove PURD ordinance to the Hearings Examiner to reopen the public hearing within 45 days.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with SCJ Alliance for the Shoreline Master Program periodic update.
• Approved the Consent Agenda items (a) and (b), including meeting minutes and payments totaling over $1.6 million.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute a Settlement Agreement as discussed in Executive Session.

City Council Meetings

This is a special meeting called solely for an executive session, which is not open to the public. The council will discuss litigation in a closed session for 30 minutes, then adjourn. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Executive session on litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for 30 minutes

The Moses Lake City Council held a special meeting on March 3, 2021, via Zoom. The only substantive action was entering a 30-minute executive session, later extended by 10 minutes, to discuss potential litigation. The meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m. No other decisions were made.

• Held a special meeting via Zoom at 5 p.m.
• Entered a 30-minute executive session to discuss potential litigation.
• Extended the executive session by 10 minutes.
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:40 p.m.

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution to declare surplus utility property, then vote on a consent agenda and multiple motions. Key items include updating community standards, retitling the Parks Department, authorizing enhanced shelter funding, an airport lease modification, a developer agreement, zoning for sleeping shelters, and a community street and utility standards update. The meeting is remote-only due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing and resolution to declare surplus utility property (Resolution 3843)
• Update Community Standards MLMC 12.08 Ordinance 2967
• Enhanced Shelter Funding Contract
• Zoning for Sleeping Shelters MLMC 18 Ordinance 2969
• Community Street and Utility Standards Update Resolution 3845

The City Council approved a contract to fund HopeSource's purchase and renovation of the El Rancho Motel for enhanced shelter facilities, with Deputy Mayor Jackson opposed. The council also adopted ordinances to retitle the Parks Department, allow sleeping shelters at the Broadway location, and approved several other items including a developer agreement and airport lease modifications.

• Adopted Resolution 3843 to surplus utility property (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including claims and payments totaling $1,478,299.61 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2968 to rename Parks & Recreation to Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services (7-0)
• Authorized Enhanced Shelter Funding Contract with HopeSource (6-1)
• Authorized Airport Lease Modification (7-0)
• Authorized Sagecrest Developer Agreement reimbursement (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2969 for sleeping shelters at Broadway (7-0)
• Approved Oasis Major Plat water/sewer connection for 24 lots (7-0)

City Council Meetings

This is a special meeting called solely for a closed executive session, not open to the public. The council will discuss litigation under state law for 30 minutes, then adjourn. No public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Executive session on litigation per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i), 30 minutes

The Moses Lake City Council held a special meeting via Zoom, with all members present. The only substantive action was a 30-minute executive session to discuss potential litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(4). The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m. with no other decisions made.

• Held 30-minute executive session on potential litigation (unanimous)

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda includes a guest presentation from Grant County Economic Development Council, approval of January minutes, an airport inspection report, and updates on old and new business items such as leases, fuel system, and hangar progress.

• Guest: Brant Mayo, Grant County Economic Development Council
• February airport inspection by Darrin Jackson
• Old business: leases, property purchase for fuel, new hangars, courtesy car, fuel system
• New business: repairs to flashing beacon, survey team on airport, volunteer time

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board approved a new fuel system instead of a used one, and accepted Option 2 for changing lease language in Section 31 to be presented to City Council. They also approved replacing the flashing beacon pole with a wood pole and installing a sign by the Operations Building. The board discussed but took no action on purchasing property for fuel, new hangars, and a courtesy car donation.

• Approved new fuel system, not used (unanimous)
• Accepted Option 2 for lease language change, to go to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved replacing flashing beacon pole with wood pole (unanimous)
• Approved sign placement by Operations Building (unanimous)
• Excused Tom Dent from meeting (unanimous)
• Approved January minutes as written (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a code amendment to define "sleeping shelters" and allow them in the C2-Commercial zone, with a recommendation to City Council. The commission will also discuss a draft ordinance requiring neighborhood meetings for certain developments adjacent to residential zones. Minutes from the January 14 meeting and a presentation on sleep shelters are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Sleeping Shelter Code Amendment to define "sleeping shelter" and allow in C2-Commercial zone
• Draft Neighborhood Meeting Ordinance requiring meetings for developments adjacent to residential zoning
• Sleep Shelters Presentation by Taylor Burton
• Approval of minutes from January 14 meeting

The Moses Lake Planning Commission approved a code amendment to MLMC 18.30.030, adding sleep shelters to Commercial 2 lodging and assembly uses, with an updated WAC 51.16-030 exemption footnote. The recommendation will go to the City Council. The commission also discussed a draft neighborhood meeting ordinance and received a presentation on the homeless sleep shelter.

• Approved MLMC 18.30.030 code amendment adding sleep shelters to Commercial 2 (4-1)
• Added WAC 51-16-030 indigent housing exemption to the code amendment footnote
• Closed public hearing on the code amendment with no public comment
• Approved January meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board met via Zoom and unanimously approved the January 13, 2021 minutes. Members discussed several potential park dedications (Barrington Park, Lakemont, Sun Terrace) and received updates on recreation programs, pool operations, and maintenance projects. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved January 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2965 to annex approximately 60.7 acres at 12115 NE Wheeler Rd, owned by Good Faith 4 All, LLC, and zone it Light Industrial. The council will also review several other items, including a finance policy resolution, a parks department retitle, a sleeping center lease extension, an enhanced shelter purchase, and a water rights agreement. The meeting is remote-only due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on Good Faith 4 All Annexation Ordinance 2965 for 12115 NE Wheeler Rd (Parcel 313169000)
• Finance Policy Resolution 3842 for review and adoption
• Retitle MLMC 2.20 Parks Department – first presentation
• Sleeping Center Lease Extension and Enhanced Shelter Purchase authorizations
• Reallocate Cascade Paving Funding to Lauzier Complex Infields

The Council adopted Ordinance 2965 to annex approximately 60.70 acres at 12115 NE Wheeler Rd, zoning it Light Industrial and requiring assumption of existing city indebtedness. The Council also approved several resolutions and contracts, including Resolution 3841 on COVID-19 leave carryover and Resolution 3842 on finance policy. A proposed enhanced shelter purchase with HopeSource failed 3-4, while a lease extension for a sleeping center was approved.

• Adopted Ordinance 2965 annexing 60.7 acres at 12115 NE Wheeler Rd as Light Industrial (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3841 on COVID-19 FFCRA hours carryover (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3842 finance policy (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $834,031.82 in claims and payroll (7-0)
• Authorized sleeping center lease extension at 1045 E Broadway Ave (7-0)
• Denied enhanced shelter purchase with HopeSource (3-4)
• Authorized reallocation of Cascade Paving funding to Lauzier Complex infields (7-0)
• Authorized Kaufmann Water Rights Purchase and Sale Second Addendum (7-0)

Planning Commission Agendas

The Moses Lake Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with nominations for Chair and Vice Chair, approval of minutes, and a presentation on the Shoreline Master Program update. The meeting is remote-only due to COVID-19. The agenda also includes an educational video on the Comprehensive Plan and time for staff and commission comments.

• Nominations for Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of meeting minutes for October 15, 2020
• Shoreline Master Program 2021 update presentation
• Educational video on Comprehensive Plan
• Remote access via phone or Zoom

The Moses Lake Planning Commission held a routine meeting with no substantive land-use decisions. They unanimously re-elected Nathan Nofziger as Chair and Charles Hepburn as Vice Chair, approved the October 15, 2020 minutes, and agreed to change meeting start time to 6:00 PM. The commission also received presentations on the Shoreline Master Plan update and the Comprehensive Plan progress.

• Re-elected Nathan Nofziger as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Charles Hepburn as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2020 meeting
• Agreed to change meeting start time to 6:00 PM

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board is meeting remotely to elect a chair and vice chair, and to receive updates on recreation and parks. The director's report includes discussions on creating a creative district, renaming the department, and an update on the Comprehensive Park, Recreation & Open Space Plan. The meeting is open to the public via phone or Zoom.

• Election of Chair & Vice Chair
• Discussion: Creative District Creation
• Discussion: Department Rename
• Update: Comprehensive Park, Recreation & Open Space Plan
• Recreation Update by Susan Schwiesow

The Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board unanimously approved renaming the department to Parks & Recreation & Cultural Services to better reflect the Museum & Art Center. The board also approved designating about 14 acres of city-owned land near the Municipal Airport for parks use, and re-elected Charlene Rios as chair and Charles Maynard as vice chair. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved department name change to Parks & Recreation & Cultural Services (unanimous)
• Approved designating ~14 acres near Municipal Airport for parks use (unanimous)
• Re-elected Charlene Rios as Chair and Charles Maynard as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 12, 2020 (unanimous)

City Council Meetings

The Moses Lake City Council will hold a study session on the Comprehensive Plan vision with Berk Consulting, followed by a regular meeting. They will consider several items including a request to connect water and sewer for 2181 Westshore Drive, a quit claim deed/easement resolution, and a letter of support for the Moses Lake Watershed Council. The agenda also includes routine consent items and an executive session on litigation.

• Comprehensive Plan Vision presentation by Berk Consulting, Inc.
• Request to connect water and sewer for 2181 Westshore Drive with extra territorial agreement
• Garro Revise Quit Claim Deed/Easement Resolution 3840
• Moses Lake Watershed Council funding support letter
• Council Position Filing Dates for November Election (May 17-21)

The Moses Lake City Council approved a contract with McCain, Inc. for five signal cabinets, approved a request to connect to city water and sewer at 2181 Westshore Drive, and approved the consent agenda including claims and payroll totaling over $2.1 million. The council also affirmed the appointment of Eric Skaug to the Planning Commission and approved a letter of support for the Moses Lake Watershed Council. All votes were 7-0 except the Planning Commission appointment, which was 6-1.

• Approved $1,747,727.21 in claims, $12,179.77 in payroll, and $439,938.88 in electronic payments (7-0)
• Authorized contract with McCain, Inc. for five signal cabinets (7-0)
• Approved water and sewer connection at 2181 Westshore Drive with extraterritorial agreement (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3840 for Garro quit claim deed and utility easement (7-0)
• Affirmed appointment of Eric Skaug to Planning Commission (6-1)
• Approved letter of support for Moses Lake Watershed Council grant (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Crack Seal Project 2020 and T-Mobile antenna lease amendment (7-0)

Municipal Airport Commission

The Moses Lake Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, minutes, and an airport inspection, as well as old business on leases, fuel property purchase, hangar progress, courtesy car, and fuel system. New business includes officer elections, a survey team, and volunteer time.

• Lease updates (Fred Snoderly)
• Purchase of property for fuel (Fred Snoderly)
• Progress on new hangars (Fred Snoderly)
• Courtesy car status (Richard Pearce)
• Fuel system update (Fred Snoderly)

The Moses Lake Airport Advisory Board elected Tim Prickett as chairman and Finley Grant as vice-chairman for the coming term. The board also excused two absent members, accepted the December minutes, and discussed lease updates, a fuel system purchase, and a courtesy car program. No final decisions were made on leases, fuel, or the courtesy car.

• Excused Tim Prickett and Tom Dent from the meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted December 2020 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Prickett as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Finley Grant as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)