Prosser public meetings in 2022

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 27, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2023.

• Meeting cancellation notice for December 27, 2022
• Next regular meeting set for January 10, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1002 Dudley Avenue

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2023.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider three interlocal agreements with Benton County and other cities to administer homeless housing assistance funds. The council will also vote on a construction easement with Prosser Memorial Health, two ordinance updates for street trees and city boards, and multiple consent agenda items including a $171,000 state grant for sidewalk improvements.

• Construction, Access, and Utility Easement with Prosser Public Hospital District No. 1 (Prosser Memorial Health)
• Three interlocal agreements with Benton County and other cities for homeless housing assistance plans and funds
• Ordinance amending the City's Street Tree Ordinance (PMC 12.24)
• Washington State TIB Fuel Tax Grant Agreement for $171,000 for sidewalk improvements on Old Inland Empire Highway
• Approve HLA Engineering as Consulting City Engineer for 2023, contingent on contract negotiation

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending December 13, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending November 30, 2022. The agenda also includes approval of the November 22, 2022 meeting minutes and scheduling the next meeting for January 10, 2023.

• Approve November 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending December 13, 2022 (check register and US Bank CC statement included)
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending November 30, 2022 (payroll and VBO reports included)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss two options for amending the municipal code regarding street trees and city boards and commissions. Option One keeps the Citizen's Tree Advisory Committee and establishes fees; Option Two eliminates the committee and authorizes the mayor to set tree standards. The Council will also discuss amending the interlocal agreement with West Benton Regional Fire Authority and the Police Station/City Hall Replacement Project.

• Discuss keeping or eliminating the Citizen's Tree Advisory Committee with two ordinance options
• Amend interlocal agreement with West Benton Regional Fire Authority to exchange fire break protection for unmetered city water available 24/7
• Police Station/City Hall Replacement Project discussion

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2023. No other business is discussed.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider adopting the 2023 budget and an ordinance making it a nuisance to feed wildlife or feral animals. The council will also vote on several funding agreements and contracts, including a $2,045,807.92 contract for the Well No. 7 pump and control building.

• Adoption of Ordinance for the 2023 Budget
• Ordinance making feeding wildlife or feral animals a nuisance
• Contract for Well No. 7 Pump and Control Building for $2,045,807.92
• 2023 LTAC funding agreements: Prosser Chamber of Commerce ($123,595), Prosser Wine Network ($8,500), Great Prosser Balloon Rally ($5,000)
• Public hearing on the Capital Facilities Plan

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending November 22, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending November 15, 2022. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or new items listed for discussion.

• Discuss claim checks for period ending November 22, 2022
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending November 15, 2022
• Approve minutes from November 8, 2022 meeting

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 17, 2022. The next regular meeting is set for December 15, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation for November 17, 2022
• Next regular meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1002 Dudley Avenue

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss accounts payable claim checks and payroll checks for late October 2022. The payroll totals approximately $297,254.92 across all city departments. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting.

• Approve October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending November 8, 2022
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending October 31, 2022 (total ~$297,255)
• Review Axon body camera invoice ($375.00)
• LTAC 2023 funding recommendations to be brought to Council on November 8

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will hold public hearings and consider several major actions, including awarding a $2,045,807.92 contract for Well No. 7 pump and control building, adopting the 2023 final budget, setting the 2023 property tax levy and ad valorem taxes, and updating the city fee schedule. The council will also discuss a proposed nuisance ordinance regarding feeding wildlife or feral animals.

• Award Well No. 7 Pump and Control Building project to Tapani, Inc. for $2,045,807.92
• Public hearing and adoption of 2023 final budget
• Two ordinances setting 2023 property tax levy and ad valorem taxes
• Ordinance providing 4% COLA increase for non-represented staff effective January 1, 2023
• Resolution surplusing city property and amending the 2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan for Alexander Ct. Improvements Phase 1

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 3, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for December at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancellation for November 3, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for December at 6:00 p.m. at 1002 Dudley Avenue

City Council Work Session

The Prosser City Council will hold the second public hearing on the 2023 proposed budget and review it with department heads. The council will also hear budget presentations from four community partners: the Boys & Girls Club, Historic Downtown Prosser, Prosser Economic Development, and the Chamber of Commerce.

• Boys & Girls Club requests $60,000 for 2023
• Historic Downtown Prosser requests $100,000 for 2023
• Second public hearing on the 2023 proposed budget
• Review of the 2023 proposed budget with department heads

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending October 25, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending October 15, 2022. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its October 11 meeting.

• Approve October 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending October 25, 2022
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending October 15, 2022

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review the 2023 proposed budget and consider re-allocating ARPA funds to specific water projects. The agenda also includes a quasi-judicial hearing and resolution regarding the Wamba Meadows II subdivision preliminary plat.

• Resolution for Wamba Meadows II Subdivision preliminary plat
• Re-allocation of ARPA funds to Well 7 Pump House and Control project and Sludge De-Watering project
• Review of the 2023 Proposed Budget
• Approval of $16,982.26 in payroll electronic payments
• Approval of $266,005.89 in claim checks and electronic payments

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings, both of which the applicants have requested be continued to a later date. The Farmland Estates Planned Area Development proposes 135 lots with a mix of townhomes, duplexes, single-family homes, and commercial space, including a rezone of 5.36 acres to Commercial General. The Perezchica Heights application is a 9-lot preliminary plat subdivision and rezone from Steep Slope Residential to Residential Low Density.

• Farmland Estates PAD: 124 townhome lots, 6 duplex lots, 2 single-family lots, and 3 commercial lots on 19.63 acres
• Rezone request for 5.36 acres from Residential Medium Density to Commercial General for mini-storage and other commercial use
• Applicant requests density increase in exchange for at least 10% of units being deed-restricted as affordable housing
• Perezchica Heights: 9-lot preliminary plat with rezone from Steep Slope Residential (SSR) to Residential Low Density (RL)
• Both hearings continued at applicant's request for revisions and additional documentation

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The City of Prosser Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 20, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice for October 20, 2022

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review and discuss the proposed 2023 budget with department heads and the public. The body is also considering several interlocal agreements and a franchise agreement with LightSpeed (LS) Networks.

• Review of the 2023 Proposed Budget
• Franchise Agreement with LightSpeed (LS) Networks
• Jail Use Agreement between Benton County and the City of Prosser
• Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Benton County for snow operations and vegetation spraying
• Payment of claim checks totaling $785,126.62 and payroll of $199,069.26

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will meet to discuss accounts payable claim checks for the period ending October 11, 2022. The committee will also review payroll checks for the period ending September 30, 2022.

• Claim checks for the period ending October 11, 2022
• Payroll checks for the period ending September 30, 2022
• Approval of September 27, 2022 meeting minutes

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 6, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2022.

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a preliminary plat for the Wamba Meadows II subdivision. Staff recommends approval of the 64-lot residential project.

• Wamba Meadows II: Proposed 64-lot residential subdivision in the Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision Zoning District
• Proposed pedestrian connection to the new Hospital site
• Proposed parks mitigation payment in lieu of construction
• Oath of Office for Commissioner Don Howell (Position No. 1)
• Oath of Office for Commissioner Trevor Day (Position No. 2)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is conducting public hearings and reviews of the proposed 2023 budget, including revenue sources and capital facilities. The session also includes reports on community health needs and the special event permit process.

• Public Hearing #1 for the 2023 Proposed Budget
• Public Hearing for 2023 Proposed Budget Revenue Sources
• Review of 2023 Proposed Budget including Capital Facilities Plan, Debt, and Reserves
• Benton County Health Department Community Assessment Survey presentation
• Review of the Special Event Permit Application Process

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee reviewed claim checks for various city expenses and discussed payroll checks for the period ending September 15, 2022. The meeting also included updates on finance department projects and a decision regarding the future meeting location.

• Review of claim checks including DenHoed property purchase and Bella Vista Pump House gutters
• Review of payroll totaling $20,495.27
• Update on police fire replacement purchase
• Decision to continue meeting in the Council Chambers

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adding projects to the City Wide Safety Plan. They will also review an ordinance to establish a replacement fund for the Police Station and City Hall using Criminal Justice and General Reserve Funds.

• City Wide Safety Plan Projects (HLA Project No. 22051E)
• Ordinance to establish Police Station and City Hall Replacement Fund
• Franchise Agreement with LightSpeed (LS) Networks
• Payroll payments totaling $243,569.96 for period ending July 29, 2022
• Claim check payments totaling $507,793.31 for period ending September 27, 2022

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding the Wamba Meadows II residential subdivision. The proposal includes 64 lots with sidewalks, water, sewer, and storm water retention. Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat.

• Public Hearing: Wamba Meadows II preliminary plat
• Discussion: Repeal of Housing Incentive Ordinance and merger with Inclusionary Housing
• Discussion: Chapter 17 Update regarding Subdivisions
• Discussion: Chapter 18 Update regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Discussion: Prosser Parks Impact Fee Study

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending September 13, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending August 31, 2022. The committee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from August 23, 2022.

• Claim checks for the period ending September 13, 2022
• Payroll checks for the period ending August 31, 2022
• Approval of August 23, 2022 meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss a budget amendment to establish a Police Station and City Hall Replacement Fund. The body is also deciding on the future of the Citizen's Tree Advisory Committee and reviewing a special event permit for a downtown Halloween event.

• Payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $2,651,180.90
• Payment of payroll electronic payments totaling $242,069.90
• Proposed budget amendment to establish Police Station and City Hall Replacement Fund
• Proposed amendments to Municipal Code 12.24 (Street Trees) and 2.130 (Boards and Commissions)
• Special Event Permit Application for Downtown Trick or Treat on October 31st

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential changes to an interlocal agreement with the West Benton Regional Fire Authority. Members will also review previously established City Council goals and priorities to provide staff direction.

• Discussion of Interlocal agreement with West Benton Regional Fire Authority (WBRFA)
• Review of City Council Goals and Priorities
• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month proclamation
• Quarterly reports from Prosser Thrive, Mid-Columbia Libraries, and Boys & Girls Club
• Presentation from the Port of Benton

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for the expansion of the Wine Country RV park. The proposal involves adding 52 new campsites on a 6.3-acre portion of land.

• Conditional Use Permit for Wine Country RV park expansion (Voegle Development LP)
• Proposed addition of 52 new campsites
• Project location: parcels 13594300002002 and 135943000018000, east of Wine Country RV park on Merlot Drive and west of Wamba Road
• Estimated project valuation: $2-5 million

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss amending the 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and the 2022 Budget. The body is also considering a safety plan and the purchase of property from Den Hoed Parkway LLC.

• Payment of payroll electronic payments totaling $18,022.50
• Payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $498,240.82
• Budget amendment and subscription agreement with Brightly Software for permitting and code enforcement software
• Resolution to authorize property purchase from Den Hoed Parkway LLC
• Public hearing on the 2022 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Amendment

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing claim checks for the period ending August 23, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending August 15, 2022. Discussion includes various city expenses and preliminary information regarding non-union wage comparisons.

• Review of claim checks including patrol car brake repairs and building department truck door logo replacement
• Review of payroll totaling $20,495.27 across building, clerk, finance, police, and public works departments
• Discussion of non-union wage comparisons to be reviewed at a future meeting

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 18, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2022.

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider an ordinance to update the City's Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes reports from the Prosser EDA and Historic Downtown Prosser, as well as discussion regarding potential amendments to the Citizens’ Tree Advisory Committee.

• Ordinance to update the City's Fee Schedule
• Discussion of potential amendments to PMC 12.24.040 Citizens’ Tree Advisory Committee
• Payroll electronic payments of $243,569.96
• Claim checks and electronic payments of $855,208.46
• Payment of $55,141 to Prosser Historic Downtown

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending August 9, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending July 31, 2022. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the July 26, 2022 meeting.

• Claim checks for the period ending August 9, 2022
• Payroll checks for the period ending July 31, 2022
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2022.

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to increase the garbage administrative fee from 8% to 18.5% to address a fund deficit and a new 5.04% fuel surcharge from BDI. The council is also discussing the adoption of Brightly building permit software to create an online portal for residents and contractors.

• Proposed garbage administrative fee increase from 8% to 18.5%
• Proposed Brightly building permit software: $36,522.33 first year implementation
• Proposed Brightly software subscriptions: $15,429.49 (2023), $16,355.26 (2024), $17,336.57 (2025)
• BDI fuel surcharge of 5.04% effective August 2022
• Executive session regarding legal counsel and potential litigation

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering an ordinance to place a ballot item on the November 8, 2022 election. The proposal asks voters to authorize general obligation bonds to replace the City's Police Station and City Hall, which were damaged in a May 2021 fire.

• Proposed general obligation bonds not to exceed $16.8 million
• Project includes land acquisition, design, construction, and equipping of space for public safety, utilities, and public works
• Estimated annual levy of approximately $379.75 per year on a $350,000 home
• Estimated election costs between $5,000 and $10,000
• Bonds would mature within 31 years and be payable by excess property taxes

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering an ordinance to place a ballot item on the November 8, 2022 election. The proposition would ask voters to authorize general obligation bonds to replace the Police Station and City Hall, which were damaged by fire in May 2021.

• Proposed general obligation bonds not to exceed $16.8 million
• Estimated annual levy of $379.75 per year on a $350,000 home
• Estimated election costs between $5,000 and $10,000
• Proposed bond maturity within 31 years
• Project includes land acquisition, design, construction, and equipping of space

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Special City Council meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 28, 2022, has been cancelled. A new Special City Council meeting is scheduled for Friday, July 29, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will review accounts payable and payroll checks. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review of claim checks for the period ending July 26, 2022
• Review of payroll checks for the period ending July 15, 2022
• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council is deciding whether to place a ballot item on the November 8, 2022 election to authorize general obligation bonds for a new Police Station and City Hall project. The body will also review the Police Department's second quarter report and discuss code amendments for mayor-appointed boards.

• Proposed general obligation bonds up to $16.8 million for Police Station and City Hall Project
• Payment of payroll electronic payments totaling $18,022.50
• Payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $402,249.85
• Resolution amending an Interlocal Agreement with Benton County for the Interstate 82 Utility Extension Project
• Discussion of a code amendment regarding Mayor-appointed Boards and Commissions

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 21, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2022.

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the City's Floodplain Management Program. The meeting also includes 2023 budget presentations from community partners and approval of payroll and claim payments.

• Proposed Ordinance to amend the City's Floodplain Management Program
• Payment of payroll checks totaling $246,962.11
• Payment of claim checks totaling $894,525.01
• 2023 Budget Presentations from Community Grant Writer, PEDA, Historic Downtown Prosser, Prosser Chamber of Commerce, Mid-Columbia Library, and Boys & Girls Club

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee reviewed claim checks, including employee reimbursements for fire losses and a $60,000 reimbursement from HDPA. Members also discussed June 2022 payroll and received updates on the state audit and 2023 budget preparation.

• $60,000 reimbursement from HDPA
• Employee reimbursement for fire losses
• Housing Action Plan grant and expenses
• State Audit Exit Conference update
• 2023 Budget Preparation update

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 7, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2022, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of July 7, 2022 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Council has cancelled its work session scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee reviewed claim checks for the period ending June 28, 2022, and discussed various city expenses. Discussions included vehicle maintenance costs, officer uniforms, and potential software purchases for the Building and Police departments.

• Review of claim checks for the period ending June 28, 2022
• Review of payroll checks issued May 31, 2022 totaling $16,995.27
• Discussion regarding a study on vehicle maintenance cost savings
• Update on upcoming utility account write-offs and city fee schedule ordinance

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the City Wide Safety Plan and the Progressive Design Build Construction process. The body is also deciding on several resolutions, including an interlocal agreement with the City of Granger and the surplusing of police weapons.

• Purchase and Sale agreement with Den Hoed Parkway LLC including a $50,000 escrow payment
• Payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $826,206.15
• Payment of payroll electronic payments totaling $14,935.36
• Resolution to surplus police weapons to Talos Firearms
• Interlocal Agreement with the City of Granger for shared use of recreation equipment

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2022, at the City of Prosser Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of June 16, 2022, regular meeting

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending June 14, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending May 31, 2022. The committee will also vote on the approval of meeting minutes from May 24, 2022.

• Review of claim checks for the period ending June 14, 2022
• Review of payroll checks for the period ending May 31, 2022
• Approval of May 24, 2022 meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council is considering the adoption of a six-year transportation improvement program and updates to the city's criminal code and fee schedule. The body will also discuss bond financing and the intent to reimburse up to $16.8 million for the Civic Center project.

• Intent to reimburse expenditures for the Civic Center project not to exceed $16,800,000
• Authorization of $55,000 from General Fund and Criminal Justice Reserve funds for Civic Center project assessment and deposit
• Adoption of the Six Year Transportation Improvement Program 2023-2028
• Payment of claim checks totaling $1,157,061.74 and payroll of $189,682.36
• Ordinances regarding body worn camera redaction fees and fire inspection/firework permit fees

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council is deciding on bid awards for a road overlay project and video surveillance installation. The body is also discussing updates to the city's criminal code, fire inspection fees, and public records rules for body-worn cameras.

• Bid award of $456,971.40 to Central Paving, LLC for Wine Country Road Overlay from Merlot Dr. to Yakima River Bridge
• Bid award of $163,123.34 to Pacific Office Automation for Video Surveillance Equipment and Installation Project No. 2022-11 IT
• Construction, Access, and Utility Easement with Prosser Public Hospital District No. 1 (Prosser Memorial Health)
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 15 and 8 regarding fire inspections, fireworks permits, and fees
• Proposed ordinance regarding public records requests and redaction fees for Body Worn Cameras

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 2, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 7, 2022, at 18:00 hours in the City Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of June 2, 2022 meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a $181,500 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce for community law enforcement. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the proposed 2023-2028 Six Year STIP project plan.

• Ordinance to accept a $181,500 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local #839 for police officers (Jan 2022 - Dec 2024)
• Six Year STIP 2023-2028 project plan discussion
• Payroll electronic payments totaling $14,935.36
• Claim checks and electronic payments totaling $265,549.63

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2022, at the City Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of May 19, 2022 Planning Commission meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several subdivision plats and budget amendments. The body is also considering new contracts for labor negotiations and aquatic center concessions, as well as a police department vehicle purchase.

• Payment of claim checks totaling $501,091.21 and payroll checks totaling $192,808.54
• Payment of $18,406.00 for Tourism and Promotional Reimbursable Expenses
• Approval of the Preliminary Plat for Almanza Heights Subdivision and Final Plat for Mustang Estates Phase I
• Ordinance to amend the 2022 Budget to establish a project fund for the Playground Improvement Project
• Contracts with the Wesley Group for labor negotiations and Ready and Out for aquatic center concessions

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will meet to discuss claim checks for the period ending May 10, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending April 30, 2022. The committee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from April 26, 2022.

• Claim checks for the period ending May 10, 2022
• Payroll checks for the period ending April 30, 2022
• Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is meeting to determine if the Final Plat for phase I of the Mustang Estates Subdivision complies with preliminary approval terms. Staff and the City Engineer recommend that the commission send a recommendation of approval to the City Council.

• Mustang Estates Phase I Final Plat Review
• Development Agreement with Titan Homes, LLC
• Maintenance Bond No. 802384

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing a proposed ordinance to update the City's Floodplain Management Program to comply with state and federal laws. The body is also considering the purchase of a used vehicle for the Police Department and reviewing a final report from KDA Architecture.

• Proposed ordinance amending Prosser Municipal Code Chapter 18.87 (Floodplain Management Program)
• Proposed $16,000 purchase of a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu for the Police Department using the Drug Enforcement Fund
• KDA Architecture Final Report presentation
• Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation

Special Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will review a request for a 10-foot height variance to allow a 25-foot tall detached accessory structure for an indoor sports court and RV parking. The board will also discuss a conditional use permit regarding building height increases in commercial general zoning.

• Variance request: 10-foot height increase for a garage/shop at 1401 S Kinney Way
• Conditional Use Permit: Building height increase from 45 feet to 55 feet in Commercial General Zoning

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee reviewed claim checks for the period ending April 26, 2022, and payroll for the period ending April 15, 2022. Discussions included a new administrative policy regarding logoed apparel and the development of a digital transparency portal.

• Review of claim checks including police uniforms, vehicle repairs, and pesticide purchases
• Discussion of an administrative policy for non-union staff logoed apparel purchases
• Introduction of a Transparency Portal project for resident access to financial information
• Review of payroll checks for the period ending April 15, 2022

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council is discussing the repeal of remote meeting rules to implement a return to in-person meetings at City Hall. The body is also reviewing a preliminary plat for the Almanza Heights Subdivision and a vacation of a portion of Grant Avenue.

• Payment of payroll checks totaling $15,241.29 and claim checks totaling $651,019.09
• Award of Kinney Way Sidewalk Improvements project to ESF Solutions, LLC
• Discussion of $123,070 funding shortfall for the Prosser City Park Playground Project
• Interlocal Agreement with Benton County to adjust city limits for several roads including Albro and Wine Country Road
• Public hearing on vacating a portion of Grant Avenue

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding updates to the City's Floodplain Management Program. These updates are intended to comply with State and Federal statutes and regulations passed since 1997.

• Public hearing for Updates to Flood Management
• Review of Mustang Estates Phase I Final Plat

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed record decision hearing to rezone a parcel on Wamba Road from Commercial General to Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision. The body will also discuss options for the Prosser City Park Playground Project and review various city payments.

• Rezone parcel 135942000014001 from Commercial General to Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision (RMS)
• Payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $673,296.05
• Payment of payroll checks and electronic payments totaling $172,970.79
• Payment of $22,959.28 for 2022 Tourism and Promotional Reimbursable Expenses
• Special Event Permit for Sacred Heart Parish Festival on August 13 & 14, 2022, at Prosser City Park

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending April 12, 2022, and payroll checks for the period ending March 31, 2022. The committee will also review a donation log and a logo wear policy.

• Claim checks for period ending April 12, 2022
• Payroll checks for period ending March 31, 2022
• Logo Wear Policy
• Donation Log

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider two variance requests regarding property setbacks and structure height. The board will also discuss the use of iPads.

• Variance request for a 10-foot side yard setback to build a carport at 120 Walker Place
• Variance request to increase detached accessory structure height from 15 feet to 25 feet at 1401 S Kinney Way
• Discussion regarding I-Pads

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed 19-lot subdivision for Almanza Heights. Additionally, the board will consider a request to rezone a parcel on Wamba Road from Commercial General to Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision.

• Public Hearing: Almanza Heights 19-lot subdivision preliminary plat
• Public Hearing: Rezone of parcel 135942000014001 on Wamba Rd from Commercial General to Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision (RMS)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing regarding the vacation of a portion of Grant Avenue. The meeting also includes reports on the 2022 Back the Blue Proclamation and the Benton-Franklin Council of Governments annual report.

• Resolution setting a public hearing for April 26, 2022, regarding the vacation of a portion of Grant Avenue
• Proclamation of April 9, 2022, as 'Back the Blue Day' in Prosser
• Benton-Franklin Council of Governments Annual Report presentation
• 2022 TBEX North America Conference report

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council is meeting to decide on several ordinances, including the acceptance of grants for housing and recreation. The body will also discuss property purchases and updates to the Personnel Policy Manual.

• Grant of $75,000 from WA State Department of Commerce for a Housing Action Plan
• Grant of $49,896 from the Association of Washington Cities for a Recreation Scholarship Fund
• Authorization of up to $7,000 from Criminal Justice Funds for City Hall/Police Station project legal and survey work
• Proposed purchase of property including 121 S Wamba Road and adjacent parcels
• Payment of claim checks totaling $876,830.37 and payroll of $15,241.29

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending March 22, 2022, and payroll for the period ending March 15, 2022. The committee also discussed upcoming finance department projects including an annual report and updated standard operating procedures.

• Review of claim checks including a $70,873.68 payment to Bestebreuer Bros Construction for Filter Meters PE#1
• Discussion regarding developing a new policy for purchasing clothing for staff
• Review of payroll checks for the period ending March 15, 2022
• Update on Finance Department annual report and department SOPs
• Review of accounts payable including USDA Street Sweeper loan payments

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is reviewing requests to rezone parcels from Commercial General to Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision (RMS). The body is also discussing updates to flood management and accessory dwelling unit regulations.

• Proposed rezone of parcel 135942000014001 from Commercial General to Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision (RMS)
• Public hearing on updates to Flood Management
• Discussion on Chapter 18 Accessory Dwelling Units, including off-street parking and fee waivers
• Selection of one member for a road safety data review committee
• Public hearing for Almanza Heights rezone of parcel 135942000014001

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending March 8, 2022. The body will also review February 2022 payroll and vacation buy outs.

• Claim checks for the period ending March 8, 2022
• February 2022 payroll and vacation buy outs
• Approval of February 22, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the 2022 Adopted Budget, including funding for carry-forward projects and new initiatives. Additionally, the council will review proposed updates to the Personnel Policy Manual.

• Budget amendment for Council Audio ($50,000)
• Budget amendment for Water Treatment Plant Filter Meter Project ($101,000)
• Budget amendment for I-82 Crossing project ($1,700,000)
• Budget amendment for Wine Country Rd Overlay ($461,100)
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 15 and 8 regarding Fire Inspections and fees

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing the February 2022 payroll and claim checks for city council approval. The meeting includes discussions regarding an unusual weather policy and upcoming financial report preparations.

• Review of February 2022 payroll
• Discussion of claim checks including police shoe traction clips and bulk gravel
• Report on the preparation of the 2021 Annual Report
• Upcoming review of department policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Preparation of budget amendments for City Council consideration

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed record decision hearing and consider an ordinance to approve the AraBella West Preliminary Plat Subdivision. The body will also review a special event application for the Mid Valley Swim Championship and discuss a developer's agreement for the Well 7 site.

• Ordinance to approve AraBella West Preliminary Plat Subdivision (PAD)
• Developer's Agreement with Benton PUD for electrical service at Well 7 site
• Resolution to adopt a Public Participation Plan for the Shoreline Master Program review
• Payment of claim checks totaling $423,476.58
• Payment of payroll checks totaling $15,226.60

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a final plat for Bella Vista Phase II and a draft of the City's Floodplain Management Program. The body will also discuss park impact fees and updates to Chapters 17 and 18 of the Prosser Municipal Code.

• Bella Vista Phase II Final Plat: staff recommends approval conditioned on occupancy requirements
• Almanza Heights Preliminary Plat: staff recommends continuing the hearing to March 17, 2022
• Workshop to review draft changes to the City's Floodplain Management Program
• Discussion of Draft Park Impact Fee Study
• Proposed updates to Prosser Municipal Code Chapter 18.95 regarding Housing Density Incentive

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including a municipal code update for legal holidays and an annexation clarification for Gap Road. The agenda also includes a proposed grant agreement with Public Hospital District #304 and the surpusing of city property.

• Grant agreement with Public Hospital District #304 for $36,000
• Amendment to DOH Contract #DWL24917 regarding Well No. 2 and Well No. 3 replacement project
• Ordinance to amend Prosser Municipal Code regarding legal holiday definitions
• Ordinance to clarify the Gap Road annexation and legal description
• Payroll payments totaling $186,151.33

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee reviewed claim checks for the period ending February 8, 2022, and discussed January 2022 payroll and vacation buy outs. The meeting also included a review of communication services.

• Review of claim checks including a $19,500.00 payment to Port of Benton for building lease
• Discussion of January 2022 payroll and vacation buy outs
• Review of communication services updates
• Review of claims involving police department postage, animal hospital vaccines, and water sample supplies

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is holding a continued public hearing regarding a Planned Area Development preliminary plat for the AraBella West subdivision. The body will consider a proposal for 154 units of zero lot line housing.

• Public hearing for AraBella West Preliminary Plat Subdivision (PAD) featuring 154 lots
• Proposed requirement for compliance with MDNS mitigation measures
• Proposed traffic analysis for the intersection of Albro, Hoizington, and Wine Country Road
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 30, 2021 and January 20, 2022
• Discussion of training opportunities regarding land use planning and the Open Public Meetings Act

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review a proposed ordinance to include Christmas Eve as a legal holiday following new collective bargaining agreements. Additionally, the council will hear a presentation regarding the Ben-Franklin Transit improvement study.

• Ordinance to amend Prosser Municipal Code to define 'Legal Holiday' to include Christmas Eve
• Resolution for a Public Participation Plan regarding the City's Floodplain Management Program update
• Ben-Franklin Transit Improvement Study presentation
• Historic Downtown Prosser Association 4th Quarter Report

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending January 25, 2022, and January 2022 payroll. The committee is also scheduled to conduct a communication services review.

• Review of claim checks totaling $234,747.66
• Payment of $102,428.99 to BDI-Basin Disposal, Inc for January garbage billing
• Payment of $50,385.86 to Yellow Jacket Drilling Services, LLC for Wells 28L3 PE#5
• Payment of $53,012.53 to HLA Engineering & Land Surveying, Inc for various water and sewer projects
• Payment of $28,887.99 to Meier Architecture & Engineering for water system and well projects

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding a Grant Street right-of-way vacation and updates to the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes a bid award for a housing analysis study and discussions on parks impact fees.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Grant Street Right-of-Way Vacation
• Ordinance for 2021 Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Designation Map updates
• Resolution for the City's Floodplain Management Program Public Participation Plan
• Bid award up to $75,000 for a Department of Commerce Housing Analysis Study
• Amendment to KDA Architecture Agreement extending completion to June 30, 2022

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will decide on a preliminary plat and variance for the Hidden Park Villas subdivision. The body is also considering collective bargaining agreements for clerical, wastewater, parks, streets, and water department staff.

• Preliminary Plat and Variance for Hidden Park Villas Subdivision
• Funding agreement for Wayfinding Signs not to exceed $42,000
• Claim checks and electronic payments totaling $1,238,822.63
• Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Benton County for Solid Waste Management
• Grant Street Right-of-Way Vacation public hearing

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss claim checks for the period ending January 11, 2022, and December 2021 payroll, including vacation buy outs. The committee will also review the donation log and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review of claim checks for period ending January 11, 2022
• Discussion of December 2021 payroll and vacation buy outs
• Payment of $106,553.08 to Bestebreuer Bros Construction for WWTP Reuse Plant Water Project PE#
• Payment of $12,200.12 to CK Home Comfort Systems for City Annex Bldg HVAC Replacement
• Review of donation log

City Council Work Session

The City Council held a work session to discuss a draft study regarding parks impact fees for residential developers. The Planning Department is reviewing the study before bringing it to the Planning Commission and Council for adoption.

• Proposed impact fees: $975.07 for single-family, $553.85 for multi-family, and $901.94 for mobile home units
• Oath of office for Council Members Aubrey (Position 1), Everett (Position 2), and Cortes (Position 3)
• Discussion of current payment-in-lieu-of-construction formula of $830 per dwelling unit

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Council has cancelled its virtual work session scheduled for January 4, 2022. The next virtual City Council meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of January 4, 2022, virtual work session