Prosser public meetings in 2025

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Council cancelled its regular meeting that was to be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next regular council meeting is now set for Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the same location. No agenda items were considered.

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting that was scheduled for Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next regular Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 620 Market Street. No agenda items were presented because the meeting was cancelled.

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider recommending the final plat for Mustang Estates Phase 2 to the City Council. The body will also review and discuss a Park Impact Fee Study to provide direction to staff.

• Mustang Estates Phase 2 Final Plat approval
• Park Impact Fee Study discussion
• Maintenance bond for Mustang Estates Phase 2 in the amount of $106,236.50

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee will meet to approve November meeting minutes and discuss payroll and accounts payable for the period ending December 9, 2025.

• Approve November 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending November 30, 2025
• Discuss claim checks for period ending December 9, 2025
• Review check register for December 9, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2026

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including payroll and claim check payments totaling $1.62 million. It will also consider LTAC funding agreements for the Prosser Wine Network ($48,600) and Yakima Valley Tourism ($9,315). Two HLA task orders will be reviewed: one for Alexander Ct. Phase 1 improvements and another for support services on the new police station project. Additional resolutions will address unpaid balances, the official newspaper, and interlocal agreements.

• Approve payroll checks 10069‑10074 and electronic payments of $202,611.72
• Approve claim checks 30979‑31043 and electronic payments of $1,419,639.15
• Consider LTAC funding for Prosser Wine Network up to $48,600
• Approve HLA Task Order No. 2025‑08 for Alexander Ct. Phase 1 engineering services
• Approve HLA Task Order No. 2025‑09 for design‑build support on new Police Station

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting that was scheduled for December 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next Board of Adjustment meeting is scheduled for January 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location.

• Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled (Dec 4, 2025)
• Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled (Jan 1, 2026)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will decide on the 2026 budget, a new city fee schedule, and a 2.6% cost of living adjustment for non-represented staff. The body will also consider contracts for municipal engineering and a feasibility study for the Benton County Courthouse campus.

• Adoption of the 2026 Budget
• 2.6% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for non-represented staff
• Updating the City's Fee Schedule and water/sewer installation and connection fees
• Contract for HLA Engineering and Land Surveying, Inc. as consulting City Engineer 2026-2028
• $5,000 funding from RCX Sports Foundation for youth NFL FLAG league

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider several financial and contractual actions, including a $981,000 bid award to Culbert Construction for Alexander Ct. Phase 1 Improvements and a professional services agreement with Coldwell Banker for real‑estate services. The council will also vote on a $2,148,320.75 claim‑check payment, a sanitary sewer easement with Benton Rural Electric Association, and adopt ordinances setting the 2026 property‑tax levy and ad valorem taxes. A public hearing on the 2026 proposed budget will be held later in the meeting.

• Approve bid award to Culbert Construction, Inc. for Alexander Ct. Phase 1 Improvements – $981,000.00
• Approve claim‑check payments totaling $2,148,320.75 for the period ending November 25, 2025
• Approve professional services agreement with Coldwell Banker and Travis Davis for real‑estate services
• Approve sanitary sewer easement between Benton Rural Electric Association and the City for wastewater treatment plant improvements
• Adopt two ordinances setting the 2026 property‑tax levy and ad valorem taxes

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss payroll checks for the period ending October 30, 2025, and claim checks for the period ending November 25, 2025. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers.

• Approve October 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending October 30, 2025
• Discuss claim checks for period ending November 25, 2025
• Review community center cleaning deposit refund
• Review building copier lease payments

Planning Commission Meeting

The Prosser Planning Commission will vote on a recommendation to the City Council to adopt updated Benton County Countywide Planning Policies. The meeting also includes approval of past meeting minutes and discussion on irrigation water use, the 2026 Comprehensive Plan, and RV parking ordinances.

• Recommendation to adopt Benton County Countywide Planning Policies
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from August, September, October, and October 2
• Discussion on irrigation water use for new construction
• Review of 2026 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
• Discussion on Recreation Vehicle Parking Ordinance update

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser City Council meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025, has been cancelled due to a scheduled holiday closure. The next meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2025.

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment's regular meeting scheduled for November 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers (1002 Dudley Avenue) has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location.

Special City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider a closed‑record decision hearing to adopt a resolution approving the Final Plat for Phase I of the Merlot Meadows subdivision. The council will also vote on a resolution establishing an interlocal cooperative agreement with Benton County for solid waste management for 2025‑2027. An ordinance to amend the 2025 budget for Courthouse Improvements change orders will be presented, along with public hearings on the 2026 proposed budget and capital facilities plan.

• Resolution to approve Merlot Meadows Phase I Final Plat (Closed Record Decision Hearing)
• Resolution to adopt Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Benton County for solid waste management 2025‑2027
• Ordinance to amend 2025 budget for Courthouse Improvements project
• Public hearings on 2026 proposed budget, capital facilities plan, and budget hearing No. 1
• Reports from Benton County Commissioner, Chamber of Commerce, and Historic Downtown Prosser

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will vote on an ordinance amending the 2025 budget to fund Courthouse Improvements. It will also consider a service agreement with Haley & Aldrich, Inc. for grant‑writing services up to $20,000 per year. The consent agenda includes approval of claim check payments of $313,193.37 and payroll payments of $20,801.08. Additional items include special event permits for the Downtown Trick‑or‑Treat (Oct 31) and the 3rd Annual Tree Lighting (Dec 5) and discussion of the 2026 budget and lodging‑tax advisory funding.

• Ordinance to amend the 2025 budget for the Courthouse Improvements Project
• Service agreement with Haley & Aldrich, Inc. for grant‑writing services, not to exceed $20,000 annually
• Approval of claim check payments (checks 30801‑30863) totaling $313,193.37
• Approval of payroll and electronic payments totaling $20,801.08
• Special Event Permits for Downtown Trick‑or‑Treat (Oct 31) and 3rd Annual Tree Lighting (Dec 5)

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee met on Oct 28, 2025. The committee approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes, reviewed claim checks for the period ending Oct 28, 2025, and reviewed payroll checks for the period ending Oct 15, 2025. The Finance Director noted an upcoming State Auditor’s Office exit conference. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approval of September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussion of claim checks for period ending Oct 28, 2025 (including payments for flag parts and DFC funding)
• Discussion of payroll checks issued Sep 30, 2025 (draw regular pay for 09/25‑10/24)
• Notice of upcoming State Auditor’s Office exit conference
• Report of departmental draws totaling $24,330.71 (e.g., Police $11,285.39)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will vote on the Final Plat for Phase I of the Merlot Meadows development, with approval contingent on meeting commission‑set conditions. Commissioners will also consider an ordinance amendment to PMC 18.60.070 that would regulate parking of campers, boats, trailers and similar items in the public right‑of‑way. A discussion of the Park Impact Fee Study will be held, with no action recommended at this time.

• Merlot Meadows Phase I Final Plat Approval – recommended motion to approve, contingent on conditions
• Ordinance amendment to PMC 18.60.070 – would regulate parking of campers, boats, trailers in public right‑of‑way
• Park Impact Fee Study discussion – staff direction requested, no action at this meeting
• Completion bond for Merlot Meadows Phase I – $2,246,561.20 surety bond provided by Hayden Homes, LLC
• Traffic Impact Analysis for intersections Wamba/Hinzerling, Wamba/Johnson, Johnson/Gap completed by PBS Engineering

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including payment of claim checks totaling $1,209,876.79 and payroll checks of $210,890.12. Council members will also vote on a 2025 budget amendment that authorizes three change orders for the Courthouse Improvements Project. Additional discussion items include a service agreement for grant‑writing services up to $20,000 per year and a review of the proposed 2026 budget.

• Approve claim check payments $1,209,876.79 (checks 30698‑30800)
• Approve payroll check payments $210,890.12 (checks 10062‑10065)
• Adopt Ordinance amending 2025 budget for Courthouse Improvements change orders
• Consider service agreement with Haley & Aldrich, Inc. for grant‑writing services up to $20,000 annually
• Review and discuss the proposed 2026 budget

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will review claim checks for the period ending October 14, 2025 and payroll checks for the period ending September 30, 2025. The meeting also includes approval of the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. Questions about an LTAC payment for the Chamber of Commerce and a Climate Planning Grant will be addressed.

• Approve September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending October 14, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending September 30, 2025
• Review LTAC payment for Chamber of Commerce
• Review Climate Planning Grant

City Council Work Session

The Prosser City Council work session will hold two public hearings on the 2026 proposed budget and its revenue sources. After the hearings, council members will review and discuss the budget and its schedule. The meeting also includes reports from the Police Department vehicle fleet and the Sprayfield Property project.

• 2026 Proposed Budget Hearing #1 – public hearing and testimony
• 2026 Proposed Revenue Sources Budget Hearing – public hearing and testimony
• Council discussion of the 2026 Proposed Budget Review and schedule
• Police Department Vehicle Fleet report (John Markus, Police Chief)
• Sprayfield Property Project status update (Marty Groom, Public Works Director)

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Special Planning Commission will review and discuss the Draft Climate Element, a component of the city's Comprehensive Plan update scheduled for adoption in June 2026. Commissioners are asked to provide feedback on the goals and policies using a worksheet attached to the agenda. The recommended motion is to take no formal action at this meeting, limiting the agenda item to presentation and discussion only.

• Review of Draft Climate Element (PDF) attached to agenda
• Completion of Climate Element Worksheet (XLS) with support ratings
• Feedback to be considered for inclusion in the 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• No budgeted cost; amount budgeted listed as $0
• Recommended motion: No action at this time (presentation only)

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. No agenda items were considered at this meeting. The next Board of Adjustment meeting is set for November 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue.

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending September 23, 2025, and payroll checks for the period ending September 15, 2025. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 9, 2025, meeting.

• Payment of $26,460.87 to HLA Engineering for ADA Action Plan
• Payment of $24,000.00 to HLA Engineering for WCR/OIE Roundabout
• Payment of $14,039.78 to Nexus Planning Services, LLC for Climate Change Planning Grant
• Payment of $11,557.97 to Benton Co Commissioners for Public Defense and District Court
• Payment of $4,540.77 to Axon Enterprise, Inc for Pro License Bundle and Officer Safety Plan

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider an ordinance to establish a Parks and Recreation Open Space Advisory Committee. The body will also discuss the 2026 proposed budget and updates to the municipal code regarding crimes and punishments.

• Proposed Ordinance to add a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Committee
• Proposed Ordinance updating Municipal Code Chapter 9.03 regarding 'Crimes and Punishments'
• Introduction of the 2026 Proposed Budget
• Payment of payroll checks totaling $18,804.67
• Payment of claim checks totaling $189,718.26

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an amendment to PMC 18.60.070 regarding the parking of campers, boats, and trailers in the public right-of-way. The body will also review the Merlot Meadows Phase 1 Final Plat and discuss county planning policies and the 2026 Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing and proposed amendment to PMC 18.60.070 regarding RV, boat, and trailer parking in public right-of-way
• Approval of Merlot Meadows Phase 1 Final Plat conditioned on completion bond
• Discussion of Benton County Countywide Planning Policies
• Review of 2026 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update and Draft Land Use Element

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss awarding a construction contract for street and ADA ramp improvements. The body is also considering ordinances to update lot coverage standards and regulations for nomadic vendors, as well as a resolution to surplus city property.

• Bid award of $202,058.74 to Dax Moreno Construction Company, LLC for Margaret Street and 6th Street ADA Ramp Improvements
• Proposed ordinance amending PMC lot coverage standards
• Proposed ordinance amending PMC regarding nomadic vendors
• Resolution to surplus City of Prosser property
• Payment of $1,079,451.36 in claim checks and $245,207.81 in payroll

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee will consider approval of the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss claim checks prepared for the period ending September 9, 2025. It will also discuss payroll checks for the period ending August 31, 2025.

• Approve August 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending September 9, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending August 31, 2025

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting that was to be held on September 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location. No agenda items were discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

City Council Work Session

The Prosser City Council will review a draft Climate Element document to provide feedback on goals and policies. The final draft is scheduled for adoption in June 2026.

• Review and discuss Draft Climate Element
• Prosser Boys & Girls Club Quarterly Report
• Review and discuss Community Priorities and Mission Survey

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will vote on a second amendment to the Prosser Chamber of Commerce Master Facility Lease Agreement, adding more activities for the States Day Parade and authorizing the mayor to sign. It will also approve several consent‑agenda payments, adopt a resolution confirming completion of the Red Blend Villas sidewalk and street‑light project, and discuss proposed amendments to the municipal code on lot‑coverage standards and nomadic vendors. Items not adopted will be referred to the September 9, 2025 meeting for further consideration.

• Approve payroll check and electronic payments of $20,781.64 for the period ending August 15, 2025
• Approve claim checks nos. 30523‑30579 and electronic payments of $424,465.43 for the period ending August 26, 2025
• Approve the Second Amendment to the Prosser Chamber of Commerce Master Facility Lease Agreement for States Day Parade activities
• Adopt Resolution accepting Red Blend Villas Sidewalk and Street Light Improvements, Project No. 2025‑10 PW as complete
• Review proposed amendments to PMC lot‑coverage standards (PMC 18.21.040, 18.27.040, 18.30.040, 18.06.010) and to nomadic vendor regulations (PMC 18.60.270, 5.05.090(k))

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for the period ending August 26, 2025, and payroll checks for the period ending August 15, 2025. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 12, 2025, meeting.

• Payment of $62,726.46 to HLA Engineering & Land Surveying, Inc. for general services and feasibility studies
• Payment of $14,318.18 to Nexus Planning Services, LLC for a Climate Change Planning Grant
• Payment of $7,331.28 to Northstar Chemical Inc for chemicals
• Payment of $27,620.91 to Benton Co Corrections for jail operations
• Payment of $67,756.50 for Red Blend Improvements

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings and consider ordinance amendments regarding Nomadic Vendor Licenses and Lot Coverage Standards. The body will also review a draft Climate Element and discuss parking regulations for campers and boats in public rights-of-way.

• Public hearing and proposed ordinance amendment for Nomadic Vendor Licenses
• Public hearing and proposed ordinance amendment for Lot Coverage Standards
• Review and discussion of the Draft Climate Element
• Discussion on amending PMC 18.60.070 regarding parking campers, boats, and trailers in public right-of-way
• Approval of July 10, 2025, Special Planning Commission Meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will approve the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. It will discuss claim checks for the period ending August 12, 2025, and payroll checks for the period ending July 31, 2025. Finance Director Yost will provide an update on the ongoing audit and a possible wording change to the Purchasing Policy.

• Approve July 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending August 12, 2025 (accounts payable)
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending July 31, 2025
• Audit update from Finance Director Yost, including potential Purchasing Policy wording change
• Other items: none listed

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will adopt an ordinance updating prohibited parking rules in city‑owned lots, approve a task order for construction engineering services on the Ziply Fiber project, award a $336,138.45 contract to Booth and Sons Construction for the Benton County Courthouse tenant improvements, and consider a budget amendment to fund the Ziply Fiber and City Hall tenant‑improvement projects. The meeting also includes discussion of a lease amendment for two community activities in City Park on September 1, 2025, and a decision to keep the current false‑alarm fee structure unchanged.

• Ordinance updating Prosser Municipal Code Chapter 10.70 on prohibited parking in city‑owned lots
• Approval of HLA Task Order No. 2025‑07 for construction engineering services for the Ziply Fiber project
• Bid award to Booth and Sons Construction (Richland, WA) for Benton County Courthouse Tenant Improvements Project No. 2025‑09 PW, amount $336,138.45
• Adoption of 2025 Budget Amendment No. 5 to fund the Ziply Fiber Project and City Hall Tenant Improvement at the Benton County Courthouse
• Amendment to the Prosser Chamber of Commerce Master Facility Lease to allow two additional community activities in City Park on September 1, 2025

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next meeting is set for September 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location.

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee met to discuss claim checks for the period ending July 22, 2025 and payroll checks for the period ending July 15, 2025. The meeting also included a review of donation, community involvement, and public‑information purchase logs, as well as an update on the 2024 audit and proposed additions to the Purchasing Policy. No formal decisions were recorded in the agenda.

• Approve July 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for the period ending July 22, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for the period ending July 15, 2025
• Review donation, community involvement, and public‑information purchase logs
• Review status of the 2024 audit and suggested additions to the Purchasing Policy

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider a resolution that amends the 2025‑2030 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program to include federal STBG and TAP funds for Alexander Court Phase 2 and Byron Road improvements. The council will also review an amendment to HLA Task Order 2025‑05 for a feasibility study on the Benton County Courthouse campus at 620 Market Street. Consent agenda items authorizing payments of $20,802.55 for payroll, $475,670.56 for claim checks, and $11,550.41 for tourism reimbursements will be approved, along with the June 2025 Financial Statement. A public hearing notice for PH STIP 2025‑2030 Amendment 118 will be posted.

• Resolution amending 2025‑2030 STIP to add federal STBG & TAP funds for Alexander Ct. Phase 2 and Byron Rd. improvements
• Amendment No. 1 to HLA Task Order 2025‑05 for a feasibility study at 620 Market Street
• Consent agenda payments: payroll $20,802.55; claim checks $475,670.56; tourism reimbursements $11,550.41
• Public hearing notice for PH STIP 2025‑2030 Amendment 118
• Consideration of the June 2025 Financial Statement

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting that was to be held on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next Planning Commission meeting is now set for Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the same location.

• Regular Planning Commission meeting on July 17, 2025 cancelled
• Next Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM, 1002 Dudley Avenue

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on a Conditional Use Permit request for a congregate living facility. The body will also discuss lot coverage standards and municipal code regarding nomadic vendors.

• Public hearing and decision on Conditional Use Permit for 490 Wine Country Road
• Discussion of Lot Coverage Standards research and staff direction
• Review of Prosser Municipal Code (PMC) 5.05.010 regarding Nomadic Vendors
• Approval of May 29, 2025, Special Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will vote on renewing the Police Department’s contract with Axon Enterprise for body‑worn cameras and tasers, a $246,419.87 agreement for 60 months. It will also consider an amendment to the IT Support Services Agreement with DirectPointe 7, a lease amendment with Benton County for the city facility at 1002 Dudley Ave, a task order for preliminary engineering of the Wine Country Road and Old Inland Empire Highway roundabout, and an ordinance adding a fee for nomadic vendor licenses. Additional items include routine payroll and claim payments on the consent agenda.

• Ratify contract renewal with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police body‑worn cameras and tasers ($246,419.87 for 60 months)
• Approve amendment to the Information Technology Support Services Agreement with DirectPointe 7, Inc.
• Adopt resolution for the Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement with Benton County for the facility at 1002 Dudley Ave
• Approve HLA Task Order No. 2025‑06 for preliminary engineering of Wine Country Road and Old Inland Empire Highway roundabout
• Adopt ordinance amending the fee schedule to establish a fee for Nomadic Vendor Licenses

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will vote to approve the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss claim checks for the period ending July 8, 2025 and payroll checks for the period ending June 30, 2025. A donation log will be reviewed and the next meeting date of July 22, 2025 will be confirmed.

• Approve June 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending July 8, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending June 30, 2025
• Review donation log
• Set next meeting for July 22, 2025

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting that was scheduled for July 3, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next Board of Adjustment meeting is set for August 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location.

• Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled for July 3, 2025
• Next Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will focus on the 2026‑2029 Strategic Goals and Priorities. Council members will review the existing 2023‑2026 goals adopted by Resolution No. 23‑1754 and consider whether to update or re‑adopt the goals for the next period. Staff will provide direction on the goals and related planning documents. No funding or contract items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2026‑2029 City Council Strategic Goals & Priorities
• Review of Resolution No. 23‑1754 adopting 2023‑2026 goals
• Consideration of staff direction on goal updates
• Reference to attached plans (Comprehensive Plan, Capital Facilities Plan, etc.)

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will vote to approve the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. It will discuss claim checks prepared for the period ending June 24, 2025. It will also discuss payroll checks for the period ending June 15, 2025.

• Approve June 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending June 24, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending June 15, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider a resolution adopting the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for 2026‑2031. The council will also vote on a contract award for sidewalk and street‑light improvements at Red Blend Villas, and approve several consent‑agenda payments and lease amendments. Additional items include a public hearing on the STIP and discussions of code amendments and a walkability resolution.

• Adopt Resolution approving the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) 2026‑2031
• Award Contract to Accountable CES for Red Blend Villas sidewalk and street‑light improvements ($66,124.59)
• Approve consent‑agenda payments: payroll $21,005.00 and claim checks $360,823.83
• Amend LTAC Funding Agreement with Prosser Wine Network for a focus‑group study
• Public hearing on the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Plan

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting that was to be held on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the same location.

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will decide on a resolution supporting walkability and an amended interlocal agreement with the Washington State Patrol for gun range use. Members will also discuss funding for a Prosser Wine Network study and sidewalk repairs on 6th Street.

• Payment of claim checks totaling $958,012.07
• Payment of payroll checks totaling $210,558.83
• Resolution to allow Washington State Patrol use of the gun range for training
• Discussion of sidewalk repairs and ADA ramps on 6th Street between Playfield Avenue and Dudley Avenue
• Petition to vacate a portion of the right-of-way along Wine Country Road

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee will approve the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes, discuss claim checks for the period ending June 10, 2025, and discuss payroll checks for the period ending May 30, 2025. The meeting will also set the next meeting for June 24, 2025.

• Approve May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending June 10, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending May 30, 2025
• Schedule next meeting for June 24, 2025

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 5, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for July 3, 2025.

City Council Work Session

The City Council held a work session featuring a presentation by City Attorney Benjamin Goodwin regarding the separation of executive and legislative powers. The session also included a proclamation honoring a community member.

• Presentation by Benjamin Goodwin on City Council roles and responsibilities
• Proclamation naming Rita Brown as "Mayor for the Day" on June 7, 2025

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The commission will hold a public hearing on two legislative actions: repealing Prosser Municipal Code 17.20 Planned Area Developments and establishing Prosser Municipal Code 18.36 Infill Development Overlay District. The agenda recommends approving the language of the Infill Development Overlay District Ordinance and directing staff to prepare a recommendation for City Council adoption. It also recommends approving the repeal of the Planned Area Development ordinance and directing staff to prepare a recommendation for Council. A discussion on lot‑coverage research will be held with no action taken.

• Public hearing on repeal of PMC 17.20 Planned Area Developments
• Public hearing on adoption of PMC 18.36 Infill Development Overlay District
• Recommendation to approve Infill Development Overlay District Ordinance language and send recommendation to City Council
• Recommendation to approve repeal of Planned Area Development ordinance and send recommendation to City Council
• Discussion of lot‑coverage research process (no action)

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will meet to discuss claim checks for the period ending May 27, 2025, and payroll checks for the period ending May 15, 2025. The committee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from May 13, 2025.

• Claim checks for the period ending May 27, 2025
• Payroll checks for the period ending May 15, 2025
• Approval of May 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will consider an ordinance to enact a new rule against misusing the 911 emergency system. The body will also approve payments for payroll and vendor claims totaling over $422,000 and discuss road and sidewalk maintenance projects.

• Ordinance 25-3279: Enact PMC 9.18 Misuse of 911 Emergency Call System
• Approve payments of $20,972.67 for payroll and $401,650.01 for claims
• Public hearing on Right-of-Way Vacation Portion of Wine Country Road
• Discussion on Six Year STIP 2026-2031 Final Draft
• Review of sidewalk conditions on 6th Street between Playfield and Dudley

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 15, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 29, 2025.

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review a resolution regarding bonds for the Prosser Police Station Project and discuss the draft Six Year STIP 2026-2031. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2024 Regional Traffic Count Program Analysis from BFCOG.

• Payment of claim checks totaling $930,716.95
• Payroll payments of $215,591.25 and $21,074.38
• Proposed fee schedule amendment for Nomadic Vendor Licenses
• Fireworks Ban Special Use Waiver for the Scottish Festival Anvil Launch on June 21, 2025
• Engagement of Alice Ostdiek of Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth as Bond Counsel (2025-2027)

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will meet to discuss accounts payable and payroll checks. The committee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from April 22, 2025.

• Claim checks for the period ending May 13, 2025
• Payroll checks for the period ending April 30, 2025
• Approval of April 22, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council Work Session

The Prosser City Council work session will hear reports from the mayor, city council members, and city staff. Council members will discuss a draft ordinance (PMC 9.18) addressing misuse of the 911 emergency call system and will review a request for proposal for a design‑build team for the Prosser Police Department. An update on walkability, safety, and traffic‑calming projects will also be presented for staff review.

• Draft Ordinance PMC 9.18 Misuse of 911 Emergency Call System – staff direction requested
• Request for Proposal for Prosser Police Department design‑build teams – staff feedback requested
• Walkability, Safety and Traffic Calming Projects Update – review of project list
• Public Service Recognition Week 2025 Proclamation – mayoral proclamation
• Copenhagen Study Tour presentation by Council Member Maricela Sanchez

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for May 1, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2025.

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will approve the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes, review claim checks—including a payment to Prosser Economic Development for professional and grant‑writer services—and examine payroll checks for the period ending April 15, 2025. The committee will also consider feedback on a funding proposal from HDP for 2025, with responses to be presented at the next meeting.

• Approve April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review claim checks for period ending April 22, 2025, including payment to Prosser Economic Development for professional and grant‑writer services
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending April 15, 2025
• Provide feedback on HDP 2025 funding proposal; responses to be presented at the next meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council is deciding on lease agreements for City Hall operations and a $75,000 term sheet to purchase a future police station site. The body is also considering zoning changes on Albro Road and professional service agreements for city legal and prosecution services.

• Purchase term sheet with Benton County for future police station site for $75,000
• Payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $541,093.12
• Ordinance to change two parcels on Albro Road from Commercial to Residential
• General Release with Lexon Insurance Company for $92,075.00 regarding Red Blend Villas Subdivision
• Special Event Permit for Sacred Heart Parish Festival at Prosser City Park, August 9-10, 2025

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend changing the land use designation of two parcels on Albro Road from commercial to residential. The body will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan periodic update and lot coverage standards for residential zones.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map Amendment for two parcels on Albro Road
• Discussion on the repeal and replacement of the Planned Area Development (PAD) Ordinance
• Discussion on potential Lot Coverage Code amendments for residential zones
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update status and process
• Approval of March 27, 2025 meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will meet to discuss accounts payable and payroll checks. The session includes the approval of minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting.

• Claim checks for the period ending April 8, 2025
• Payroll checks for the period ending March 31, 2025
• Approval of March 25, 2025 meeting minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will consider an ordinance amending Municipal Code 2.01 to create a City Prosecutor position. It will also vote on a contract amendment with the Washington Department of Licensing to increase a fee from $25 to $30, and on a resolution allowing the Washington State Patrol to use the city gun range for training. Additional items are a $38,697.20 bid award to Picatti Brothers for Well 4B inspection and repair, and discussion of professional service agreements with Rio Foltz, PLLC and Thompson, Guildner & Associates for prosecution and legal services.

• Ordinance amending Prosser Municipal Code 2.01 to establish a City Prosecutor position
• Contract amendment with WA Department of Licensing to raise TBD fee from $25 to $30
• Resolution permitting Washington State Patrol use of the city gun range for firearms training and certification
• Bid award to Picatti Brothers, Inc. for Well 4B Inspection and Repair, amount $38,697.20
• Professional Service Agreements with Rio Foltz, PLLC and Thompson, Guildner & Associates for prosecution and legal services

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for April 3, 2025. The next meeting is rescheduled for May 1, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled for April 3, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for May 1, 2025

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to adopt PMC Chapter 9.18 to penalize non-emergency 911 calls. The session also includes an update from the Yakima Basin Fish & Wildlife Recovery Board regarding regional salmon recovery projects.

• Proposed PMC Chapter 9.18: first offense is a warning; second offense is a misdemeanor with fines up to $1,000 and up to 90 days incarceration
• Yakima Basin Fish & Wildlife Recovery Board presentation on 186 active or completed projects
• Benton County SRFB projects totaling $1,631,306 in funding and $2,065,894 in total cost
• Discussion of Lower Yakima priorities including Bateman Island Causeway removal and Prosser/Chandler facility modifications

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will review three options for handling Planned Area Developments (PAD) following a moratorium on applications. The body will provide staff direction on whether to update current regulations, replace them with zero lot line allowances, or create a new Infill Ordinance focused on middle housing.

• Discussion of three PAD ordinance options: regulation update, zero lot line replacement, or a new Infill Ordinance
• Review of an Infill Matrix comparing Prosser to Kennewick, Sunnyside, and Walla Walla
• Approval of February 27, 2025, meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee will discuss and approve payroll checks for the period ending March 14, 2025, and claim checks for the period ending March 25, 2025. The meeting agenda includes a review of the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and the scheduling of the next meeting for April 8, 2025.

• Approve March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss Payroll Checks for period ending March 14, 2025
• Discuss Claim Checks for period ending March 25, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will consider an ordinance to increase the Transportation Benefit District fee from $25 to $30 per eligible vehicle and a resolution to update the district’s transportation plan. It will also consider a budget amendment establishing a project fund for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Influent Improvement Project. Additional items include approval of two task order agreements with HLA Engineering, collective bargaining agreements with Teamsters 839, and payroll and claim payments.

• Ordinance to raise Transportation Benefit District fee to $30 per vehicle
• Ordinance amending the 2025 Budget to create a project fund for the WWTP Influent Improvement Project
• Task Order Agreement No. 2025-03 with HLA Engineering for Margaret Street Improvements
• Task Order Agreement No. 2025-04 with HLA Engineering for Wastewater Influent Improvements
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters 839 for police officers (2025‑2027)

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting that was to be held on March 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for April 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue.

• Regular Planning Commission meeting for March 20, 2025 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for April 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to extend the moratorium on Planned Area Development (PAD) for six additional months. The body will also review the police department's false alarm registration and fee structure.

• Proposed 6-month extension of the Planned Area Development (PAD) moratorium
• Payment of claim checks totaling $695,409.30
• Payment of payroll checks totaling $186,507.74
• Proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters 839 for police officers (2025-2027)
• Payment of $12,806.11 for 2025 Tourism and Promotional Reimbursable Expenses

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss claim checks for periods ending February 25 and March 11, 2025. The body will also review payroll checks for periods ending February 14 and February 28, 2025.

• Claim checks for period ending February 25, 2025
• Claim checks for period ending March 11, 2025
• Payroll checks for period ending February 14, 2025
• Payroll checks for period ending February 28, 2025
• Approval of February 11 and February 25, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 1608 Sherman Avenue. The applicants are seeking a four-foot reduction in the required front setback to construct a covered front porch and patio.

• Public hearing for Carl and Ann Bender's request for a four-foot variance at 1608 Sherman Avenue
• Proposed condition that the porch be constructed within one year of approval
• Requirement for compliance with Benton County Clean Air Authority
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 1, 2023, July 17, 2024, and November 7, 2024

City Council Work Session

The Prosser City Council will consider staff direction to publish information about a subscription‑based curbside recycling program and to accept resident applications, which requires at least 400 sign‑ups and costs $24 per month plus the regular garbage fee of $56.16. Council members will also review a draft lease term sheet for the City Hall/Police Station Replacement Project. A proclamation supporting the Washington State University Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center will be adopted.

• Subscription‑based recycling program: $24/month plus $56.16/month garbage, 96‑gal container, minimum 400 residents
• Review of Benton County lease agreement draft for City Hall/Police Station Replacement Project
• Proclamation of full support for the Prosser Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center
• Creason Ridge Project update from developer Brandon Thomas
• Prosser Thrive Coalition quarterly report on mental health and substance‑abuse initiatives

Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is reviewing three options for a proposed overlay zone to guide future Planned Area Developments. This follows a six-month moratorium on PADs enacted by City Council on September 24, 2024, which expires March 24, 2025.

• Discussion of three overlay zone options to ensure PADs are within 1/4 mile of commercial and retail corridors
• Proposed amendments to Prosser Municipal Code (PMC) Chapter 17.20 regarding Planned Area Developments
• Approval of December 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider approval of the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss claim checks for the period ending February 25, 2025, and payroll checks for the period ending February 14, 2025. The committee will also review a request from Historic Downtown Prosser to reimburse electrical repairs to the depot building, using funds from the city’s 2025 Mainstreet commitment of $60,000. The next meeting is scheduled for March 11, 2025.

• Approve February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending February 25, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending February 14, 2025
• Consider Historic Downtown Prosser electrical repair reimbursement funded by $60,000 Mainstreet commitment
• Next meeting set for March 11, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review an ordinance to remove breed-specific regulations for dangerous dogs and a collective bargaining agreement for clerical and sewer positions. The body will also discuss increasing the Transportation Benefit District fee to $30 per eligible vehicle.

• Proposed increase of TBD fee to $30 per eligible vehicle
• Ordinance to remove breed-specific regulations from the Dangerous Dogs code
• Collective Bargaining Agreement for OPEIU Local #11 (2025-2027)
• Industrial Wastewater User Contracts with Horse Heaven Wine Company and ACRE EWA, LLC
• Payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $231,597.66

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. No agenda items were considered because the meeting did not occur. The next Planning Commission meeting is set for February 27, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the same location.

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee will approve the minutes from the Jan. 14, 2025 meeting. It will discuss claim checks, including a purchase of brooms for the street sweeper and quarterly payments to the City of Richland for emergency management services. The committee will also review payroll checks issued for the period ending Jan. 31, 2025 and consider donations and public‑information purchases.

• Approve Jan. 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks – purchase of street‑sweeper brooms
• Discuss claim checks – quarterly payments to City of Richland for emergency management services
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending Jan. 31, 2025
• Review donations, public‑information items, and community‑event involvement

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will approve payroll payments totaling nearly $1 million, consider surplus property, and adopt a budget amendment for an ASR Project Fund. The meeting will also include a public hearing on surplus property.

• Approve payroll payments of $195,165.72 and $182,946.49
• Approve claim payments of $767,944.87
• Public hearing on surplus property
• Consider resolution to surplus city property
• Adopt budget amendment for ASR Project Fund

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 6, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for March 6, 2025.

City Council Work Session

The Prosser City Council will review the impact of proposed fee increases to the Transportation Benefit District and provide direction to staff. Council members will also discuss a special event permit for the first annual "Prosser Bed Races" in downtown, options for recycling services, and proposed changes to the Dangerous Dogs ordinance. These items are listed under the Council Discussion section of the February 4, 2025 work session agenda.

• Special Event Permit Application for the 1st Annual "Prosser Bed Races" on May 3, 2025, downtown
• Recycling Program and Services Options presented by the Finance Director
• Review of fee increase options for the Prosser Transportation Benefit District
• Proposed amendments to Municipal Code 6.40: Dangerous Dogs
• Sprayfield Property/Prosser High School Cross‑Country Track proposal (report only)

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Budget and Finance Committee will approve the minutes from the Jan 14, 2025 meeting. It will discuss claim checks for the period ending Jan 28, 2025, including payments to Benton Franklin Human Society, the State Auditor's Office, and PEDA for grant‑writer services. The committee will also review payroll checks for the period ending Jan 15, 2025 and examine the donation log. The next meeting is scheduled for Feb 11, 2025.

• Approve Jan 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for period ending Jan 28, 2025 (payments to Benton Franklin Human Society, State Auditor's Office, PEDA)
• Discuss payroll checks for period ending Jan 15, 2025
• Review donation log
• Set next meeting date: Feb 11, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

The Prosser City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes payment of claim checks #29489‑29551 totaling $396,770.96 and payroll checks of $20,207.98. The council will also consider a land‑use license with FLOCK, a service agreement with Apollo Mechanical Contractors for on‑call HVAC maintenance, and a rate‑increase amendment to the professional service agreement with Saxton, Riley & Riley. Public hearings will address annexations of property owned by W. Clay Mackey, Kay Simon, and Gerald Fitzgerald, and a resolution will amend the interlocal agreement for grant‑writing services. A presentation on wastewater‑treatment plant capacity will be discussed with no action taken.

• Approve payment of claim checks #29489‑29551 totaling $396,770.96
• Approve payroll payments of $20,207.98
• Consider land‑use license with FLOCK for city property use
• Consider service agreement with Apollo Mechanical Contractors for on‑call HVAC maintenance
• Amend professional service agreement with Saxton, Riley & Riley for rate increase

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting that was to be held on January 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue. The next meeting is set for February 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the same location. No other agenda items were listed.

Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

The Prosser Budget and Finance Committee will approve the minutes from the Dec. 10, 2024 meeting. It will then review claim checks prepared for the period ending Jan. 14, 2025 and payroll checks for the period ending Dec. 31, 2024. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session for Jan. 28, 2025.

• Approve Dec 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss claim checks for the period ending Jan 14, 2025
• Discuss payroll checks for the period ending Dec 31, 2024
• No additional items listed under "Other Items"
• Next meeting set for Jan 28, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will consider adopting the Prosser Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. It will set public hearing dates for the Mackey/Simon and Fitzgerald annexations. The meeting also includes budget and fee proposals, and approvals for several financial payments and contracts.

• Adopt Ordinance for the Prosser Recreation and Open Space Master Plan
• Approve payment of claim checks and electronic payments totaling $1,475,904.60
• Approve HLA Engineering and Land Surveying, Inc. professional services agreement
• Adopt resolutions setting January 28, 2025 hearings for Mackey/Simon and Fitzgerald annexations
• Amend the 2025 budget to allow grant‑funded expenditures for the Alexander Court Improvement Project

City Council Work Session

The Prosser City Council will discuss staff direction on the recycling program and services presented by Basin Disposal Inc. It will consider accepting a donation of 120 multi‑sport helmets valued at approximately $1,493.54 for the Recreation Department. The council will also review a proposed amendment to the service agreement with Saxton & Riley that would increase legal and prosecution fees, costing $139,000.

• Recycling Program and Services – discussion with Basin Disposal Inc.; cost of proposal listed as “To Be Determined.”
• Donation of 120 multi‑sport helmets to Recreation Department – approximate value $1,493.54.
• Amendment to Service Agreement with Saxton & Riley – rate increase costing $139,000, with projected $50,000 additional expense in 2025.
• Milne Industrial User Contract Amendment – mentioned in Public Works update (no dollar amount provided).
• Selah/Moxee Irrigation District Interlocal Agreement – mentioned in Public Works update (no dollar amount provided).

Meeting Cancellation Notice

The Prosser Board of Adjustment's regular meeting scheduled for January 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 1002 Dudley Avenue was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the same location. No other agenda items were listed.