Prosser public meetings in 2023
82 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 26, 2023. The next special meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 21, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2024.
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending December 12, 2023, and discuss payroll for the period ending November 30, 2023. The committee also reviewed the previous meeting minutes and discussed upcoming finance department work plans.
- Review of claim checks including Benton REA IT services and sewer telemetry licenses
- Discussion of payroll checks for November 2023 mid-month advances, holiday pay, and longevity pay
- Approval of November 28, 2023 meeting minutes
- Report on 2024 Finance Department work plan including RFP for banking services
- Review of accounts payable involving utilities, fuel, and various professional services
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 7, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for January 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser City Council has cancelled its work session scheduled for Tuesday, December 5, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2023.
- Cancellation of December 5, 2023, work session
Special Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will deliberate and make a recommendation regarding the amended plat for the Creason Ridge subdivision. The meeting follows a previous decision to table the matter until all commissioners could be present.
- Decision on Amended Plat of the Creason Subdivision (Creason Ridge)
- Proposed dedication of a 26-foot wide Fire Access Street with 50 feet of right of way
- Requirement for a new city park dedication based on SEPA determination
- Discussion regarding the cancellation or rescheduling of the December 2023 meeting
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The committee is meeting to review claim checks for the period ending November 28, 2023, and discuss payroll for the period ending November 15, 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review of claim checks including tree maintenance, replacement flags, travel reimbursement, and soccer tournament supplies
- Review of payroll totaling $61,675.91 for the period ending November 15, 2023
- Approval of November 14, 2023, meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting the 2024 budget ordinance and deciding whether to award a $233,621.12 contract for City Hall demolition. The agenda also includes several LTAC funding agreements for local organizations.
- Bid award consideration for City Hall Demolition (Project No.: 2023-10 PW) to Safeguard Abatement for $233,621.12
- Ordinance to adopt the 2024 Budget
- LTAC funding agreement for Prosser Chamber of Commerce not to exceed $122,226
- LTAC funding agreement for Prosser Wine Network not to exceed $37,650
- LTAC funding agreement for Great Prosser Balloon Rally not to exceed $5,700
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission is reviewing several ongoing subdivision applications, including Creason Ridge, Wamba Meadows 3, and Perez Chica Heights. Staff recommendations for approval or withdrawal vary based on updated plat submissions and zoning requirements.
- Creason Ridge Subdivision: Staff recommends approval with conditions regarding SEPA compliance, access easements, and fire access street construction
- Perez Chica Heights: Continued public hearing regarding a 5-lot preliminary plat and rezone from SSR to RL
- Wamba Meadows 3 Subdivision: Continued public hearing regarding property rezone from RM to RMS
- Review of September 21, 2023, meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Final Budget. Action items include decisions on property tax levies, a cost of living adjustment for staff, and the sale of surplus city property.
- 2024 Final Budget Public Hearing
- 2024 Property Tax Levy and Ad Valorem Taxes ordinances
- 2.3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for non-represented staff
- Sale of surplus property at 601 7th Street and 1227 Bennett Avenue
- Interagency agreement for community law enforcement partnership grant
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee will review claim checks for the period ending November 14, 2023, and discuss payroll checks for the period ending October 31, 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review of claim checks for the period ending November 14, 2023
- Review of payroll checks for the period ending October 31, 2023
- Approval of October 24, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024 Proposed Budget and the 2024 Capital Facilities Plan. The session also includes presentations from community partners requesting budget considerations and a review of draft ordinances.
- Public Hearing: 2024 Proposed Budget
- Public Hearing: 2024 Capital Facilities Plan
- Budget presentation from Historic Downtown Prosser regarding $60,000 funding request
- Review of the 2024 Proposed Budget and draft ordinances
- Veterans Day Proclamation
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The City of Prosser Community Development Director has issued a notice that the regular meeting for the Board of Adjustment scheduled for November 2, 2023, is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 7, 2023.
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending October 24, 2023, and discuss payroll checks for the period ending October 15, 2023. The meeting also included a review of previous meeting minutes and updates on various city administrative items.
- Review of claim checks including $462,526.59 for roads and streets construction with Culbert Construction Inc.
- Review of $149,224.30 for the WWTP Clarifier Project with Goodman & Mehlenbacher.
- Discussion of accounts payable involving Benton PUD, B&F Fire Control, and various utility services.
- Review of payroll checks for the period ending October 15, 202SS.
- Approval of October 10, 2023, meeting minutes.
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will vote on adopting Water Use Efficiency Goals as part of the Water System Plan update. The agenda also includes an agreement for an operational review of the Prosser Police Department and a $162,708 grant acceptance.
- Adoption of Water Use Efficiency (WUE) Goals
- Agreement with Washington Association of Sheriff's and Police Chiefs for police department operational review
- Acceptance of $162,708 RCO Planning for Recreation Access Grant
- Ordinance to amend the 2023 Budget for various funds
- Approval of $1,235,792.69 in claim checks and electronic payments
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss the 2024 proposed budget with department heads and the public. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Red Ribbon Week and several administrative approvals.
- Review of the 2024 Proposed Budget
- Resolution to surplus Police Department weapons
- Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Ben-Franklin Council of Governments
- Approval of $182,552.76 in payroll payments
- Approval of $721,305.58 in claim checks and electronic payments
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 5, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
- Cancellation of the October 5, 2023, Board of Adjustment meeting
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several ordinances, including updates to the Washington State Uniform Traffic Code and a new policy for police officer signing bonuses. The agenda also includes discussions on the 2024 proposed budget and a resolution supporting Benton County's public safety tax renewal.
- Adoption of ordinances to replace the City Traffic Code with the Washington State Uniform Traffic Code
- New administrative policy for signing bonuses for lateral or exceptional police officers
- Resolution regarding support for Benton County Proposition 1 (Public Safety Sales and Use Tax renewal)
- Ordinance prohibiting sleeping in certain City-owned parking lots at specific times
- Approval of payroll and claim payments totaling over $773,000
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The committee met to review accounts payable for the period ending September 26, 2023, and discuss payroll checks from mid-September. The agenda also included a review of the donation log and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review of claim checks for the period ending September 26, 2023
- Discussion of payroll checks for the period ending September 15, 2023
- $12,479.87 payment to Benton County Jail Operations for August 2023
- $10,301.65 payment to HLA Engineering for Water Rights
- Approval of the September 12, 2023, meeting minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Wamba Meadows 3 subdivision rezone and preliminary plat. The commission will also continue a hearing for the Perez Chica Heights subdivision, where staff anticipates a potential application withdrawal and amendment.
- Rezone of property from RM to RMS and preliminary plat for Wamba Meadows 3 Subdivision
- Perez Chica Heights Preliminary Plat Subdivision (5 lots) and rezone from SSR to RL
- Amended Plat of the Creason Subdivision (Creason Ridge)
- Approval of multiple past meeting minutes from 2022 and 2023
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will meet to consider several resolutions, including a solid waste agreement with Benton County and a grant application for a Parks Department mower. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a new franchise ordinance for U.S. Cellular and potential updates to the city's traffic code.
- Approval of claim payments totaling $840,378.65
- Resolution to surplus police weapons to Talos Firearms
- Resolution regarding a Solid Waste Management agreement with Benton County for 2023-2025
- Grant application for a Parks Department mower via the Washington Recreation and Conservation Office
- Ordinance to update the wage schedule for the Deputy Chief position
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review payroll checks for the period ending August 31, 2023, and claim checks for the period ending September 12, 2023. The committee also discussed upcoming audits and a draft budget presentation.
- Review of payroll checks totaling $236,463.35
- Review of accounts payable including Benton PUD electric bills
- Discussion of claim checks for the period ending September 12, 2023
- Update on the status of the 2022 audit and upcoming SAO Entrance Conference
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 7, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 5, 2023.
City Council Work Session
The City Council will review an update regarding the proposed Master Personnel Plan for the Police Department. The session also includes a discussion on an ordinance for prohibiting overnight parking in city-owned lots and enforcing park hours.
- Review of Proposed Master Personnel Plan for the Police Department
- Discussion of ordinance prohibiting overnight parking in City-Owned Parking Lots
- Discussion regarding enforcement of the City's Park Hours Ordinance
- Proclamation for Sergeant Ed Blackburn's retirement
- Proclamation for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Month
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending August 22, 2023, and discuss payroll for the period ending August 15, 2023. The meeting also included the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review of accounts payable including HLA Engineering services totaling $18,255.06
- Review of WWTP Clarifier maintenance costs of $8,828.78
- Review of Wells 2 & 3 Project expenditures totaling approximately $2,730.03
- Review of professional services for Public Defense and District Court totaling $11,379.33
- Approval of August 8, 2023, meeting minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission is continuing public hearings regarding two residential development projects. The Wamba Meadows III application, which includes a 67-lot preliminary plat and a rezone, has been continued at the applicant's request to address stormwater and wetland reports.
- Wamba Meadows III: Request for rezone from Residential Medium (RM) to Residential Medium Density Single-Family (RMS)
- Wamba Meadows III: Proposed 67-lot preliminary plat
- Perez Chica: Proposed 5-lot subdivision and rezone from Steep Slope Residential (SSR) to Residential Low Density (RL)
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending August 8, 2023, and payroll checks for the period ending July 31, 2023. The meeting also included a review of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Review of payroll checks totaling $233,024.16
- Discussion of claim checks including electric bills and utility services
- Review of US Bank credit card statements for July 2023
- Approval of July 25, 2023, meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a professional services agreement for Old Inland Empire Highway improvements and discuss the proposed Master Personnel Plan for the Police Department. The agenda also includes reviewing a structural engineering report for the former City Hall/Police Department.
- Agreement with HLA Engineering and Land Surveying for Old Inland Empire Highway Improvements
- Approval of $246,252.71 in payroll payments ending July 31, 2023
- Approval of $578,789.44 in claim checks and electronic payments ending August 8, 2023
- Authorization of $16,262.25 for Tourism and Promotional Reimbursable Expenses
- Discussion of the Police Department Master Personnel Plan
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 3, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for September 7, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
- Cancellation of August 3, 2023, Board of Adjustment meeting
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser City Council has cancelled its work session scheduled for Tuesday, August 1, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will review several contract awards, including a major highway improvement project and IT support services. The meeting also includes reports on fire rescue activity and youth substance abuse prevention efforts.
- Bid award to Culbert Construction for $1,489,985.73 for Old Inland Empire Highway improvements
- Contract award for IT Support Services to DirectPointe 7, Inc.
- Approval of a $930,000 contract for Prevention and Promotion Client Services (CPWI)
- Settlement agreement with landowners Richard and Rose Dorsett regarding frontage improvements
- Task Order Agreement for Zone 2.5 Water Main Extension project
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending July 25, 2023, and payroll for the period ending July 15, 2023. The committee also reviewed the donation log and community event requests.
- Review of accounts payable claim checks through July 25, 2023
- Review of payroll totaling $19,815.27 for the period ending July 14, 2023
- Discussion of donation log and community event requests
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding the Perez Chica Heights 5-lot subdivision and a requested rezone. Staff recommends approving the rezone from Steep Slope Residential to Residential Low Density for buildable areas, while keeping steep slopes as open space.
- Continued Public Hearing: Perez Chica Heights Preliminary Plat Subdivision (5 lots) and rezone from SSR to RL
- Public Hearing: Re-zone of property from RM to RMS and approval of Wamba Meadows III preliminary plat
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will consider a resolution to accept the Wine Country Road Industrial Sewer Repairs as complete. The council will also discuss adopting the 2023-2026 City Council Goals and Priorities.
- Resolution to accept completion of Wine Country Road Industrial Sewer Repairs (Project No. 2023-09 PW)
- Resolution adopting the City Council 2023 - 2026 Goals and Priorities
- Confirmation of Michele Villarreal to Planning Commission Position No. 3
- Approval of $904,512.17 in claim payments for the period ending July 11, 2023
- Approval of $221,727.20 in payroll payments for the period ending June 30, 2023
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed claim checks for the period ending July 11, 2023, and payroll checks for the period ending June 30, 2023. Additionally, the Finance Director reported that budget instructions have been distributed to departments for the 2024 Budget preparation.
- Review of claim checks including utility services and professional services
- Review of payroll checks totaling $250,947.37
- Discussion regarding department purchasing strategies for sale items and stock supplies
- Distribution of 2024 Budget instructions and worksheets to departments
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The City of Prosser Community Development Director has issued a notice that the regular meeting of the Board of Adjustment scheduled for July 6, 2023, is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2023.
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 7:00 P.M.
- Cancellation of the July 4, 2023, City Council meeting
Special Planning Commission Meeting
The Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a 67-lot preliminary plat for Wamba Meadows III. The proposal includes rezoning property from Residential Medium (RM) to Residential Manufactured Home Subdivision (RMS).
- Wamba Meadows III: Rezone from RM to RMS and approval of preliminary plat
- Perez Chica Heights: Continued hearing regarding 5-lot subdivision and rezone from SSR to RL
- Wamba Meadows III: Proposed 67-lot subdivision by BJC Developing LLC
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will review claim checks for the period ending June 27, 2023, and discuss payroll checks from the period ending June 15, 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review of claim checks for the period ending June 27, 2023
- Review of payroll checks totaling $19,815.27 for the period ending June 15, 2023
- Approval of June 13, 2023, meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will meet to consider a bid award for wastewater treatment plant electrical improvements and an ordinance to fund a waterline extension. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding completed city projects and interlocal agreements.
- Bid award to Tolman Electric, Inc. for $132,000.00 for Wastewater Treatment Plant clarifier electrical improvements
- Ordinance to establish a project fund for the Zone 2.5 Waterline Extension Project
- Resolution accepting the Library Parking Lot Improvements Project as complete
- Resolution accepting the Video Surveillance Purchase and Installation Project as complete
- Approval of claim payments totaling $265,998.98
Special City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council is conducting a community listening session to gather public input. The session aims to collect citizen comments regarding the city's need for a new Police Station and City Hall.
- Community Listening Session regarding a new Police Station and City Hall
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning Perez Chica Heights from Steep Slope Residential (SSR) to Residential Low Density (RL). The meeting will continue at a special session on June 28, 2023.
- Public Hearing: Perez Chica Heights Preliminary Plat Subdivision with rezoning from SSR to RL
- Continuation of Public Hearing to Special Meeting on June 28, 2023
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will review the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and a plan amendment for the Transportation Benefit District. The meeting also includes discussions on updating the city fee schedule and a proposed agreement regarding use of the local gun range.
- Bid award of $352,840.20 to Goodman & Mehlenbacher Enterprises Inc. for wastewater plant pipe replacement
- Public hearings for the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and TBD Plan Amendment
- Ordinance to repeal and amend Prosser Municipal Code Chapters 18.95 and 18.96
- Resolution for a disbursement agreement regarding ARPA funds for the Zone 2.5 Waterline Extension
- Approval of $1,707,161.99 in claim checks and electronic payments
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending June 13, 2023, and payroll for the period ending May 31, 2023. The committee also reviewed a final draft of the Community Involvement and Sponsorship Policy.
- Review of accounts payable including sidewalk repairs and police radar maintenance
- Review of payroll checks for the period ending May 31, 2023
- Approval of May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Community Involvement and Sponsorship Policy draft
- Discussion of Historic Downtown Prosser 2023 funding proposal
City Council Work Session
The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss potential updates to the current City Council goals and priorities. The discussion includes reviewing objectives related to livability, financial sustainability, economic development, infrastructure, and operational excellence.
- Review and discussion of City Council Goals & Priorities
- Introduction of new Police Department staff member Leslie Johnson
Board of Adjustment Meeting
The Prosser Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a 10-foot front setback variance. The variance is intended to accommodate a porch roof at the property located at 815 and 819 Ellen Ave.
- Public Hearing for Front Setback Variance at 815 and 819 Ellen Ave
- Introduction of new Board member
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will review claim checks for the period ending May 23, 2023, and discuss payroll checks for the period ending May 15, 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review of claim checks for the period ending May 23, 2023
- Review of payroll checks totaling $20,515.27 for the period ending May 15, 2023
- Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will meet to consider ordinances updating the city's fee schedule and municipal code. The council will also discuss budget amendments for the East Prosser Industrial Sewer Line Repair Project and review proposed changes to garbage service fees.
- Ordinance to update Prosser Municipal Code 13.10 and the City Fee Schedule
- Budget amendment to allocate Sewer Reserve funds to the Sewer Fund for East Prosser Industrial Sewer Line Repair Project
- Resolution regarding an Interlocal Agreement for a Special Investigations Unit
- Approval of payroll payments totaling $18,085.36
- Approval of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $466,739.47
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will discuss a draft update for Chapter 17 regarding subdivisions. This discussion is for informational purposes and no action items are scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion of Chapter 17 Draft Update V6
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will meet to consider adopting the Prosser Housing Action Plan (HAP). The agenda also includes discussions on commercial sewer rate amendments and a proposal to reopen part of Gap Road.
- Resolution to adopt the Prosser Housing Action Plan (HAP)
- Awarding $130,440.00 contract to Allied Trenchless for Wine Country Road Industrial Sewer Repairs
- Proposed amendments to commercial sewer rates
- Proposal to reopen a portion of Gap Road from Wine Country Road to Merlot Drive
- Approval of payroll and claim payments totaling over $1,062,530
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending May 9, 2023, and payroll for the period ending April 30, 2023. The committee also reviewed updated administrative and internal control policies presented by the Finance Director.
- Review of accounts payable including utility refunds, road patching asphalt, and library lighting repairs
- Review of payroll checks totaling $205,514.91 for the period ending April 28, 2023
- Discussion of a $43,203.34 expenditure for a 2023 Police Utility Vehicle
- Review of street sweeper loan payments of $1,310.00 and $1,040.37
- Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
Special City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to annex property owned by Vann and Miranda Deming. The proposed action includes annexing portions of Wamba Road into the city limits.
- Public hearing on the Deming annexation petition
- Proposed ordinance to annex property at 7502 North Wamba Road and parts of Wamba Road
- Proclamation for Public Service Workers Recognition Week (May 7-13, 2023)
- Historic Downtown Prosser Quarterly Report presentation
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will review several contract awards for library parking lot improvements and well upgrades. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the draft Housing Action Plan.
- Awarding Library Parking Lot Improvements (Project No. 2023-07 PW) to Alba's Excavation for $127,258.35
- Awarding Well 5 Upgrades (Project No. 2023-02 PW) to Layne of Washington, Inc. for $143,484.00
- Public hearing regarding the draft Housing Action Plan (HAP)
- Approval of a Deferral Agreement for Frontage Improvements between the City and Prosser Memorial Health
- Proclamation of May 2023 as Mental Health Awareness Month
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks for the period ending April 25, 2023, and payroll for the period ending April 14, 2023. The committee also discussed updates to the donation log and a draft policy regarding city sponsorship of community events.
- Review of claim checks including $6,006.45 for Land Development Consultants, Inc. (Prosser HAP)
- Discussion of payroll checks for the period ending April 14, 2023
- Review of accounts payable including utility bills and maintenance costs
- Discussion of draft policy regarding city participation in community events
- Approval of March 28, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will discuss repealing the current housing fee incentive program and modifying municipal code to provide a 50% fee waiver for certain affordable housing projects. The commission will also discuss the 2023 Public Participation Plan for updating the city's Comprehensive Plan.
- Repeal of Prosser Municipal Code Chapter 18.96
- Modification of Chapter 18.95 to include a 50% fee waiver for specific housing types
- 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update Public Participation Plan discussion
- Review of Chapters 17 and 18 for future hearings
Special City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will meet to review and discuss current city goals and priorities. This discussion includes reviewing existing objectives and discussing potential updates to the goals originally adopted via Resolution No. 22-1718.
- Review and discussion of City Council Goals & Priorities
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser City Council has cancelled its special meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 18, 2023. The next regular city council meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2023.
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee met to review claim checks, payroll for the period ending March 31, 2023, and the donation log. The committee also discussed updates regarding police vehicles and internal control audits.
- Review of claim checks including police vehicle purchases and traffic sign replacements
- Review of payroll checks for the period ending March 31, 2023
- Update on status of police vehicles damaged in November and December
- Report on upcoming audit of Internal Control Policies scheduled for April
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will consider a resolution for an interlocal agreement to use a Special Investigations Unit for officer-involved incidents. The council will also review proposed amendments to commercial sewer rates and set a public hearing for the Deming annexation petition.
- Resolution for Special Investigations Unit interlocal agreement
- Public hearing setting for Deming annexation petition (Wamba Road)
- Discussion of proposed amendments to commercial sewer rates
- Agreement with Prosser Piranhas Swim Team for Aquatic Center use
- Approval of payroll payments totaling $175,188.96
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The City of Prosser Community Development Director has issued a notice that the scheduled April 6 meeting of the Board of Adjustment is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2023.
- Cancellation of the April 6, 2023, Board of Adjustment meeting
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser City Council has cancelled its scheduled work session for Tuesday, April 4, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.
- Cancellation of April 4, 2023, work session
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will meet to discuss updating the city's fee schedule and reviewing the Draft Housing Action Plan. The council will also consider an amendment to the lease agreement with Benton County for the facility at 1002 Dudley Avenue.
- Ordinance to update the City's Fee Schedule
- First Amendment to the Lease Agreement with Benton County for 1002 Dudley Ave
- Funding agreement of $24,840 with Public Hospital District #304 for HIDTA support
- Approval of payroll electronic payments totaling $18,011.56
- Approval of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $298,065.66
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will review claim checks for the period ending March 28, 2023, and discuss payroll checks for the period ending March 15, 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the March 14, 2023, meeting.
- Review of claim checks for the period ending March 28, 2023
- Review of payroll checks for the period ending March 15, 2023
- Approval of March 14, 2023, meeting minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will review and provide comments on the Draft Housing Action Plan. This plan was developed using a $75,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to study community housing needs. Following this discussion, the plan is scheduled for presentation to the City Council in April.
- Review of Draft Housing Action Plan
- $75,000 grant award from the Washington State Department of Commerce for housing studies
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several ordinances including updates to the city's fee schedule, personnel policy manual, and a budget amendment for wastewater treatment. The council will also review an annexation request for property owned by Vonn and Miranda Deming.
- Annexation of property owned by Vonn and Miranda Deming
- Ordinance to update the City's Fee Schedule
- Ordinance to amend the Personnel Policy Manual
- Budget amendment for Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier Effluent Piping Replacement Project
- Resolution establishing street tree standards for pruning, trimming, removal and planting
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee reviewed payroll and accounts payable. Members discussed a proposed policy regarding city sponsorship of community events, concluding that the City should not sponsor events unless directly approved by the City Council.
- Review of claim checks including copier maintenance, park restroom supplies, and pool gutter repairs
- Discussion of payroll checks for the period ending February 28, 2023
- Proposed policy regarding City sponsorship of community events
Special City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will review an annexation application from Vonn and Miranda Deming and set a public hearing for March 14, 2023. They will also discuss proposed amendments to commercial sewer rates and updates to the Personnel Policy Manual. The meeting includes quarterly reports from the Boys & Girls Club and Mid-Columbia Library.
- Set hearing date of March 14, 2023 for annexation application by Vonn and Miranda Deming
- Review proposed amendments to commercial sewer rates
- Review proposed updates to the Prosser Personnel Policy Manual
- Boys & Girls Club quarterly report: 79 members in October, 77 in November, 54 in December
- Mid-Columbia Library quarterly report: 13,876 foot traffic, 18,307 physical checkouts in Q4 2022
Meeting Cancellation Notice
This is a cancellation notice only. The Prosser Board of Adjustment will not hold its regular meeting on March 2, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled for March 2, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for April 6, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1002 Dudley Avenue
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks and payroll for February 2023. The agenda includes approving prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date. No major policy decisions or new spending proposals are on the agenda.
- Approve February 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discuss claim checks for period ending February 28, 2023
- Discuss payroll checks for period ending February 15, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will consider adopting an updated city fee schedule and confirm the mayor's appointment of a new police chief. The meeting also includes reports from the grant writer, economic development association, and chamber of commerce, plus discussion of a request for proposals for public outreach.
- Consideration of Ordinance 23-____ adopting an updated City Fee Schedule
- Confirmation of Mayor Taylor's appointment of a Police Chief
- Approval of $204,900.63 in claim checks and $17,121.29 in payroll electronic payments
- Task Order Agreement with HLA Engineering for WWTP Primary Clarifier Effluent Piping Replacement project
- Service agreement with Korn Appraisal Service for on-call appraisal services
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 16, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
- Cancellation of February 16, 2023, Planning Commission meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for March 16, 2023
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will receive a bi-annual report from the West Benton Regional Fire Authority and a presentation on Business Resource Initiative ARPA grant funds. The consent agenda includes approval of payroll and claim checks totaling over $1.15 million, annual USDA reports, and service agreements for electrical services and police vehicle equipment.
- West Benton Regional Fire Authority bi-annual report showing 674 emergency calls in 2022, a 0.98% increase from 2021
- Approval of claim checks totaling $951,796.93 for the period ending February 14, 2023
- Approval of payroll checks and electronic payments totaling $203,644.85 for the period ending January 31, 2023
- Consideration of a service agreement with Tolman Electric Inc. for on-call electrical services
- Consideration of a service agreement with Day Wireless for police vehicle upfitting and emergency equipment maintenance
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss accounts payable claim checks for the period ending February 14, 2023, and payroll checks for the period ending January 31, 2023. The agenda also includes approval of the January 24, 2023 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are listed for discussion.
- Approve January 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discuss claim checks for period ending February 14, 2023 (check register and US Bank CC statement included)
- Discuss payroll checks for period ending January 31, 2023 (payroll and VBO January 2023 included)
Special City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to the street tree ordinance, acceptance of the Wine Country Road resurfacing project as complete, and an amendment to an interlocal agreement with Benton County for $100,000 in Rural County Capital Funds for the I-82 Utility Extension Project. The council will also discuss chain-link fence replacement at the city yard, wastewater sludge de-watering project funding, and the 2023 garbage services communication plan. A retirement proclamation for Police Chief David Giles is scheduled.
- Consideration of Ordinance 23-____ amending PMC 12.24, the City's Street Tree Ordinance
- Resolution accepting Wine Country Road Resurfacing Improvements TIB Project No. 3-E-923(003)-1 as complete
- Resolution approving a second amendment to an interlocal agreement with Benton County for $100,000 in Rural County Capital Funds for the I-82 Utility Extension Project
- Discussion of chain-link fence replacement at the Prosser City Yard, Project No. 2023-03 PW
- Discussion of withdrawing the USDA application for the Wastewater Sludge De-Watering and Headworks Project due to lack of funding
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss and review claim checks totaling $106,318.12 for the period ending January 24, 2023, and payroll checks for the period ending January 15, 2023. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for February 14, 2023.
- Review of claim checks totaling $106,318.12 for the period ending January 24, 2023
- Discussion of payroll checks for the period ending January 15, 2023
- Approval of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Scheduling of next meeting for February 14, 2023
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will consider two ordinances updating the city's street tree regulations and establishing uniform rules for boards and commissions. The council will also review the police department's fourth-quarter 2022 report, which shows an 8% increase in calls for service and a 32% decrease in Group A offenses. Consent agenda items include approving payroll and claim payments totaling over $238,000.
- Consideration of Ordinance amending the Street Tree Ordinance (PMC 12.24)
- Consideration of Ordinance establishing uniform rules for city boards and commissions
- Police Department 4th Quarter Report showing 1,536 calls for service and 63 Group A offenses
- Approval of payroll electronic payments of $17,105.96 and claim checks of $221,490.43
- Resolution accepting the Interstate 82 Utility Crossings and Extension Project as complete
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 19, 2023. The next meeting is set for February 16, 2023. No business was conducted or discussed.
Regular City Council Meeting
The Prosser City Council will consider vacating a previously approved preliminary plat for the Hidden Park Villas planned area development, and accept $50,000 in library improvements from the Friends of the Library. The consent agenda includes approval of payroll and claims payments totaling over $1.2 million, and a memorandum of agreement with Teamsters 839 for a new Senior Building Inspector position.
- Consideration of Ordinance No. 23-_____ vacating the Hidden Park Villas preliminary plat (previously approved under Ordinance No. 22-3162)
- Acceptance of $50,000 in improvements made by Friends of the Library at 902 7th Street (Prosser Library)
- Approval of claims and electronic payments totaling $1,044,528.33 for period ending January 10, 2023
- Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters 839 establishing Senior Building Inspector position and wage
- Acceptance of $13,279.42 in tourism and promotional reimbursable expenses for 2022
Budget and Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending January 10, 2023, and payroll checks for the period ending December 30, 2022. They will also consider approving the December 13, 2022 meeting minutes and review a donation log.
- Approve December 13, 2022 meeting minutes
- Discuss claim checks for period ending January 10, 2023
- Discuss payroll checks for period ending December 30, 2022
- Review donation log
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 5, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for February 2, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue.
- Meeting cancellation for January 5, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for February 2, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at 1002 Dudley Avenue
Meeting Cancellation Notice
The Prosser City Council has cancelled its work session scheduled for January 3, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2023.
- Cancellation of January 3, 2023 work session
- Next regular meeting scheduled for January 10, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue