East Wenatchee public meetings in 2021
66 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
This is a council workshop agenda with no specific items listed beyond the meeting time and linked documents. The agenda appears to be procedural boilerplate, with no decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.
The City Council held a workshop to discuss reviewing and updating the Council Rules and Procedures. All councilmembers provided comments, but no formal action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.
- Discussed review of Council Rules and Procedures (no action taken)
City Council
The provided agenda text does not list specific discussion topics or decisions. The document only indicates that a special meeting was scheduled for 5:30 P.M.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved an interlocal agreement with the Chelan-Douglas Transportation Council (CDTC) to fund evaluation of alternatives for the SR-28 Grade Separated Crossing project, with costs not to exceed $12,604. The motion passed unanimously (6-0). No other substantive decisions were made.
- Authorized Mayor to sign interlocal agreement with CDTC for SR-28 crossing study (6-0)
- Approved $12,604 for Transpo Group to evaluate alternatives for SR-28 Grade Separated Crossing (6-0)
- Excused Councilmember Tidd from meeting (6-0)
Civil Service Commission
This is a procedural meeting of the East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains only the meeting title and a reference to the December agenda PDF, with no listed action items or discussion topics.
The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the November 9, 2021 meeting and set February 11, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. for a lateral police officer oral board test. The commission also approved the oral board questions for the lateral officer position. All motions passed unanimously (3-0).
- Approved 11/09/2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved Feb. 11, 2022 @ 9:30 am for lateral police officer oral board (3-0)
- Approved oral board questions for lateral officer (3-0)
City Council
The provided text for the East Wenatchee City Council meeting on December 7, 2021, consists solely of file names for the agenda and packet PDFs. No specific decisions, discussions, or concrete items are listed in the source text.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including new zoning regulations for potential annexation areas, a solid waste services agreement with Waste Management, and appointments to city boards. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The council also approved the 2020 CAPER report and a $36,000 grant from the Office of Public Defense.
- Approved Resolution 2021-35 adopting zoning regulations for potential annexation areas (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-34 adopting the 2020 CAPER report (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-30 amending Hearing Examiner duties (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-31 granting Waste Management exclusive solid waste franchise (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-21 authorizing amended animal care agreement (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-36 appointing members to Homeless Housing Task Force (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-37 supplementing 2021 budget (6-0)
- Approved $36,000 Office of Public Defense grant agreement (6-0)
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a presentation on the Flywheel Conference's community impacts, a possible update to city code regarding City Attorney attendance at meetings, and a final review of the Strategic Plan ahead of approval. The agenda also includes a presentation on Council Policy and Procedures and an annexation update. This is a discussion and review session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Flywheel Conference presentation by NCW Tech Alliance Events Manager
- Discussion on updating EWMC 2.16.020 regarding City Attorney attendance
- Final review of Strategic Plan for Council approval
- Presentation of Council Policy and Procedures for 12/16/2021 workshop
- Annexation update by Mayor Crawford
The City Council held a workshop and took no formal action on any item. They heard a presentation on the annual Flywheel Conference and its community impacts, and discussed whether to change the City Attorney's duty to attend all regular meetings. Mayor Crawford presented a final draft of the strategic plan for review, with final adoption scheduled for the December 7, 2021 Council meeting.
- No action taken on Flywheel Conference presentation; no decision made.
- No action taken on possible change to City Attorney attendance requirement; discussion only.
- Strategic plan draft presented for review; final adoption scheduled for December 7, 2021.
Hearing Examiner
The City of East Wenatchee is seeking to amend a conditional use permit to expand the City Hall Campus by adding a 0.56-acre parcel at 1002 Colorado Ave. The proposal includes approving a Master Plan for Public Works facilities to prepare for future building construction and the demolition of outdated structures.
- Expansion of City Hall Campus to include 1002 Colorado Ave (APN 000408)
- Approval of a Master Plan for on-site Public Works facilities
- Phase 1 construction of Building B, a vehicle maintenance shop, planned for 2022
- Demolition of an old brick storage building and an unheated open storage area
- Removal or demolition of an abandoned single-family home on the new parcel
City Council
This is the agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council meeting on November 16, 2021. The agenda text contains only the meeting date and links to the agenda and agenda packet PDFs, with no specific items, decisions, or discussion topics listed in the provided text.
- Meeting date: 11/16/2021
- Agenda packet PDF available
- Agenda PDF available
The Council adopted the 2022 annual budget (Ordinance 2021-24), the 2022 property tax levy with no increase (Ordinance 2021-22), and the 2022 salary ordinance (Ordinance 2021-23). It also approved a new 10-year solid waste franchise agreement with Waste Management (Resolution 2021-27) and an interlocal agreement for a multi-jurisdictional SWAT team (Resolution 2021-24). All votes were 6-0.
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-22, authorizing the 2022 property tax levy with no increase over 2021 (6-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-24, adopting the 2022 annual city budget (6-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-23, fixing 2022 salaries and compensation for city officials and employees (6-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-25, amending the 2021 budget (6-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-26, changing the penalty for inattentive driving infraction (6-0).
- Adopted Resolution 2021-27, authorizing a 2022-2031 franchise agreement with Waste Management (6-0).
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-28, amending and replacing Title 19 of the municipal code (6-0).
- Approved Resolution 2021-24, authorizing an interlocal agreement for a multi-jurisdictional SWAT team (6-0).
Civil Service Commission
This is a procedural agenda for the November 9, 2021 Civil Service Commission meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed beyond the agenda document itself.
- Meeting agenda for November 9, 2021
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission approved the October meeting minutes, retired the March 2021 lateral police officer eligibility list with no viable candidates, and certified new eligibility lists for lateral police officers and records specialists. All motions passed unanimously (2-0).
- Approved 10/12/2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
- Retired March 2021 lateral police officer eligibility list (2-0)
- Certified new lateral police officer eligibility list (2-0)
- Certified new records specialist eligibility list (2-0)
East Wenatchee Events Board
The East Wenatchee Events Board is meeting to review financials, approve minutes, and consider a tourism promotion grant request of $8,000 from Eastmont Parks & Recreation for the Eastmont Winter Classic AAU basketball tournament. The board will also receive updates on the upcoming Wings 'n Wishes event and the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce. The agenda includes discussion of empty board positions and setting 2022 meeting dates.
- Tourism Promotion Grant Request: Eastmont Parks & Recreation - $8,000 for Eastmont Winter Classic (AAU basketball tournament)
- Events Update: Wings 'n Wishes, December 2 at 6pm
- Financials: Revenue/Expense Update
- Other: Empty positions update, 2022 meeting dates, time and location
- Approval of September 1, 2021 Minutes
The East Wenatchee Events Board approved an $8,000 tourism grant for Eastmont Parks & Recreation's Winter Classic AAU Tournament, with Sally Brawley abstaining. The board also appointed Lindsey Morrow to position #2 (Hotel Representative) and accepted the September 1, 2021 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the board deferred filling position #11 until the new year.
- Approved $8,000 tourism grant for Eastmont Winter Classic AAU Tournament (5-0, Brawley abstained)
- Appointed Lindsey Morrow to position #2 (Hotel Representative) (5-0)
- Accepted September 1, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council is meeting on November 2, 2021, to conduct its regular business. The agenda includes a meeting agenda and a packet of documents for review. No specific action items are listed in the provided text.
- Council meeting agenda and packet for November 2, 2021
The East Wenatchee City Council approved several resolutions and agreements, including the amended School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement with Eastmont School District, an interlocal agreement for aerial photographs of Douglas County, a juvenile detention services agreement with Chelan County, a signing bonus policy for experienced candidates, a surplus property transfer, a Teamsters collective bargaining agreement, and multiple WSDOT local agency agreements for road and Safe Routes to School projects. The council also approved consent items, including an elevator service agreement and vouchers. No action was taken on the first readings of ordinances for property tax levy and a new Waste Management franchise agreement.
- Approved consent items including TKE Elevator Service Agreement and vouchers (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-32 for amended SRO agreement with Eastmont School District (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-25 for aerial photographs interlocal agreement (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-28 for juvenile detention services with Chelan County (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-29 for signing bonus up to $5,000 for experienced candidates (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-30 declaring surplus property and authorizing transfer (5-0)
- Approved Teamsters Local 760 Collective Bargaining Agreement (5-0)
- Approved WSDOT agreements for Grant Road and Highline Drive, Grant Road Preservation, and Safe Routes to School projects (5-0 each)
Planning Commission
The East Wenatchee Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend proposed zoning regulations and maps for areas outside the city limits but within the urban growth area. This action updates zoning designations from Resolution 01-09 (2001) to align with the Greater East Wenatchee Area Comprehensive Plan. The Commission will also workshop amendments to design standards regarding zero-lot developments. These are advisory recommendations; the City Council makes the final decision.
- Public hearing on proposed zoning regulations and maps for potential annexation areas within the urban growth area
- Repeal of Resolution No 01-09, which established previous zoning designations for annexation areas
- Workshop on amendments to Greater East Wenatchee Urban Growth Area Design Standards regarding zero-lot developments
- Approval of Summary Minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting
The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt proposed zoning regulations and maps for potential annexation areas within the city's urban growth area. The commission also discussed but took no action on amendments regarding zero-lot developments, agreeing to further explore the issue. No public testimony was given during the hearing.
- Recommended adoption of proposed zoning regulations and maps for annexation areas (6-0)
- Approved summary minutes from May 25, 2021 meeting (5-0)
- Discussed zero-lot development amendments, no action taken
City Council
The provided agenda text contains only procedural information regarding the meeting date and document listings. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the source text.
The Council approved a financial management policy (Resolution 2021-23), reconsidered and approved an interlocal agreement with Wenatchee for affordable housing sales tax funds (Resolution 2021-26), and approved a zoning ordinance correction (Ordinance 2021-16). A public hearing on urban growth area zoning was held with no action taken. The Mayor announced she will not renew the Municipal Court Judge contract expiring 12/31/2021.
- Approved consent items including $623,456.58 in vouchers and meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-16 correcting commercial zoning land use matrix (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-23 establishing financial management policy (7-0)
- Reconsidered Resolution 2021-26 for affordable housing tax interlocal agreement (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-26 authorizing Mayor's signature on interlocal agreement (7-0)
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council is holding a workshop meeting to receive a presentation on the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes time for miscellaneous councilmember comments before adjournment. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- 2022 Budget Presentation
- Misc. Councilmembers
The City Council held a workshop on the 2022 Preliminary Financial Budget, where Finance Director Josh DeLay presented significant changes and next steps. The Council reached a consensus to not take the 1% property tax increase for 2022, with the option to 'bank' it for future use. No formal action was taken; budget ordinances will be presented in November, with adoption targeted for the first Council meeting in December 2021.
- Consensus to not take 1% property tax increase for 2022 (no formal vote)
- Scheduled budget adoption for first Council meeting in December 2021
- Cancelled tentative October 22, 2021 budget workshop
City Council
The provided document contains only the meeting title and a list of agenda packet files. No specific proposals, decisions, or discussion topics are detailed in the text.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved Ordinance 2021-21, amending chapter 15.02 of the municipal code to change the title of the code compliance officer and clarify duties. The council also approved consent items, including a rental agreement amendment, vouchers totaling $1,517,767.71, and the previous meeting's minutes. A presentation on a regional SWAT interlocal agreement was given, but no action was taken.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-21 amending chapter 15.02 (6-0)
- Approved consent items including rental agreement amendment, vouchers, and minutes (6-0)
- Excused Councilmember Hepner from meeting (6-0)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider its agenda and supporting documents for the September 21, 2021 session. The agenda includes only the agenda and packet items, with no specific action items listed.
- Review of 9/21/2021 Council Meeting Agenda
- Review of 9/21/2021 Council Meeting Agenda Packet
The council approved Resolution 2021-20, an interlocal agreement with the Eastmont School District for School Resource Officer services, with the SRO cost corrected to $134,921 and the district covering 60%. It also approved an interlocal agreement with the Wenatchee Reclamation District for utility work on the 9th Street NE and Valley Mall Parkway Signal Project, and authorized a legal services agreement with Jeffers, Danielson, Sonn and Aylward, P.S. Consent items, including vouchers and minutes, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Resolution 2021-20 for SRO services with Eastmont School District, cost $134,921, district covers 60% (5-1)
- Approved Resolution 2021-22 for interlocal agreement with Wenatchee Reclamation District for utility work (6-0)
- Authorized legal services agreement with Jeffers, Danielson, Sonn and Aylward, P.S. (6-0)
- Approved consent items including vouchers $97,277.30 and meeting minutes (6-0)
City Council
This is a City Council workshop meeting with an agenda and packet for review. The agenda appears to be procedural, with no specific action items listed in the provided text.
The Council held a workshop with no formal votes. Fire chiefs from Chelan and Douglas counties briefed the Council on how a fireworks ban would affect their departments; the Council asked that the topic return to the October workshop and that an ordinance be prepared for action at the November 2, 2021 meeting. The Council also heard a request from American Legion Post 10 member David Schwab to rename Highway 97 as 'Highway 97 World War II Veterans Memorial Highway,' and the Mayor agreed to provide a letter of support, but no Council action was taken.
- Scheduled fireworks ban discussion for October workshop
- Directed staff to prepare fireworks ban ordinance for November 2, 2021 meeting
- Mayor agreed to provide letter of support for Highway 97 renaming (no Council action)
Civil Service Commission
This is a procedural agenda for the East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission meeting on September 14, 2021. The only listed item is the agenda itself, with no decisions, discussions, or specific topics detailed. The meeting appears to be routine with no substantive public business specified.
- Meeting date: September 14, 2021
- Agenda document: 9-14-2021 CIVIL SERVICE MEETING AGENDA.PDF
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission approved the August 10, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0). No formal action was taken on other items, but the commission set application timelines and tentative oral board dates for a Lateral Police Officer eligibility list (closing 10/07/2021, oral board 10/15/2021) and a Records Specialist eligibility list (closing 10/21/2021, oral board 10/29/2021). The commission also received information about Ordinance 2021-18, which increases the Civil Service Examiner/Secretary compensation to $425.00 per month effective September 2021, but took no action.
- Approved 08/10/2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
- Set Lateral Police Officer application closing date of 10/07/2021
- Scheduled tentative Lateral Police Officer oral board for 10/15/2021 at 8:00 am
- Set Records Specialist application closing date of 10/21/2021 at 4:00 pm
- Scheduled tentative Records Specialist oral board for 10/29/2021 at 8:00 am
- No action taken on compensation increase for Examiner/Secretary
City Council
This is the agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council regular meeting on September 7, 2021. The agenda and packet are provided as PDF documents, but no specific items are listed in the text. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed.
The council approved Ordinance 2021-18, fixing the salary of the Civil Service Chief Examiner/Secretary, repealing the prior ordinance. They also approved consent items including vouchers and minutes, and expressed support for a $20,000 contribution to Our Valley Our Future, though no formal vote was recorded on that contribution.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-18 fixing Civil Service Chief Examiner/Secretary salary (7-0)
- Approved consent items including LocalGov-U agreement, vouchers totaling $1,372,855.15, and 8/17/2021 minutes (7-0)
- Expressed consensus to contribute $20,000 to Our Valley Our Future in 2022 (no formal vote)
East Wenatchee Events Board
The East Wenatchee Events Board approved the May 5, 2021 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. The board reviewed a $5,000 tourism grant request from the Wenatchee Youth Circus for an East Wenatchee performance, but took no action because the application had too many unknowns and asked the applicants to resubmit with more information. No other substantive decisions were made; the next meeting was scheduled for October 6, 2021.
- Approved the May 5, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Tabled the Wenatchee Youth Circus $5,000 grant request, asking for resubmission with more information
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council approved two resolutions: one authorizing the mayor to sign a labor agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 760 for law enforcement officers, and another authorizing an interlocal agreement with Douglas County Sewer District for sewer and stormwater pipeline inspection and cleaning. Both motions passed unanimously (6-0). The council also approved consent items, including various agreements, vouchers, and minutes.
- Approved Resolution 2021-18 authorizing mayor to sign police labor agreement with Teamsters Local 760 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-19 authorizing interlocal agreement with Douglas County Sewer District for pipeline inspection (6-0)
- Approved consent items including FTR support, public safety testing renewal, Lexipol agreement, vouchers, payroll, and minutes (6-0)
- Excused Councilmember Hepner from meeting (6-0)
City Council
The provided agenda text is limited to a notice of a council workshop. No specific discussion topics or decision items are listed in the document.
The Council held a workshop and took no formal action. They discussed adding 15-minute loading zones on Valley Mall Parkway, a homeless housing interlocal agreement with Wenatchee, and shifting land-use permitting to a hearing examiner. Staff were directed to bring an ordinance for the loading zones to a future meeting.
- Directed staff to bring an ordinance for two 15-minute loading zones on Valley Mall Parkway
- Reviewed draft Homeless Housing Interlocal Agreement with Wenatchee; no action taken
- Discussed moving quasi-judicial permitting to hearing examiner; no action taken
Civil Service Commission
The provided document contains only the meeting date and time with no substantive agenda items or discussion topics listed.
The Civil Service Commission approved the July 17, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0) and introduced incoming Commissioner Andrea Hanson, who replaces Don Shennum. No other formal actions were taken; discussions on lateral oral boards and promotional testing were informational only.
- Approved 7/17/2021 Civil Service Commission meeting minutes (3-0)
- Introduced incoming Position 3 Commissioner Andrea Hanson
East Wenatchee Events Board
The East Wenatchee Events Board met on August 4, 2021, but quorum was not met, so no formal decisions were made. The board reviewed the May 5, 2021 minutes, the financial report, a tourism grant recap from the Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association, and recapped the Classy Chassis Parade. Updates were given on the WVCC and a board vacancy was noted.
- No formal decisions made due to lack of quorum
- Reviewed May 5, 2021 meeting minutes
- Reviewed financial report
- Reviewed tourism grant recap (Exhibit A) from Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association
- Recapped Classy Chassis Parade
- Noted resignation of Meegan Mashburn and search for replacement
City Council
This is the agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council meeting on August 3, 2021. The agenda includes the meeting agenda and the agenda packet, but no specific items are listed in the provided text.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved Ordinance 2021-17, delegating authority to define non-court employee job descriptions to the Mayor and court employee descriptions to the Presiding Judge. They also approved Resolution 2021-15, authorizing an interlocal agreement for a regional stormwater effectiveness study, and adopted the CDBG Consolidated Plan and 2021 Annual Action Plan. Additionally, the council selected RH2 Engineering for the Hamilton Street Rebuild design services.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-17 delegating employee job description authority to Mayor and Presiding Judge (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-15 authorizing interlocal agreement for regional stormwater study (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-16 approving CDBG 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2020 Annual Action Plan (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-17 approving CDBG 2021 Annual Action Plan (6-0)
- Approved selection of RH2 Engineering for Hamilton Street Rebuild design services (6-0)
- Approved consent items including vouchers totaling $522,414.68 and meeting minutes (6-0)
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council held a workshop to discuss the 2021 Police Reform Legislative Update. Police Chief Johnson and City Attorney Devin Poulson presented the item. The agenda contained no other substantive decisions, contracts, or public hearings.
- 2021 Police Reform Legislative Update presented by Police Chief Johnson and City Attorney Devin Poulson
The City Council held a workshop to discuss 2021 police reform legislation and its impact on the East Wenatchee Police Department. Police Chief Richard Johnson and City Attorney Devin Poulson provided information on the bills and their implications. No formal action was taken.
- No action taken on police reform legislation (workshop only)
City Council
This is a procedural city council meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda consists only of the meeting agenda and packet documents, with no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions detailed.
- Meeting agenda and packet documents posted for the July 20, 2021 council meeting
The Council approved an ordinance establishing a six-month pilot program for temporary right-of-way use for streateries along Valley Mall Parkway, and approved several resolutions for street and utility projects. It also authorized a Lexipol policy platform agreement and an agreement related to litigation. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-15 establishing interim controls for streateries on Valley Mall Parkway for six months (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-12 authorizing interlocal agreement with East Wenatchee Water District for utility work and pavement overlay on Clements Circle and 4th St NE (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-13 updating the Transportation Benefit District Project List (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-14 authorizing supplement to WSDOT agreement for traffic signal upgrades at Eastmont Ave and 9th St NE (6-0)
- Authorized agreement with Lexipol Policy Solutions for personnel policies and training platform, not to exceed $15,137.35 (6-0)
- Authorized Mayor to negotiate and sign Agreement 2021-02 after executive session (6-0)
City Council
This is a procedural council workshop agenda for July 15, 2021, with no listed agenda items or attached documents beyond the agenda PDF itself. The meeting appears to be a general workshop session with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.
The East Wenatchee City Council held a workshop on July 15, 2021, and discussed fireworks regulations. The Fire Chief and Fire Marshal could not attend due to the Red Apple Road fire, so the Council and Mayor agreed to postpone the discussion to a later fall meeting when they and the Police Chief can be present. No action was taken on fireworks or any other item.
- Postponed fireworks discussion to a future meeting when Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, and Police Chief can attend
- Took no action on any agenda item during the workshop
Civil Service Commission
This is a procedural agenda for the Civil Service Commission meeting on July 13, 2021. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed beyond the meeting notice itself.
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission approved scheduling promotional testing for September and October 2021, contingent on City Council funding, and approved a lateral oral board for August 6, 2021. A records test was discussed but no date was set. The commission also approved the June 17, 2021 minutes.
- Approved June 17, 2021 minutes (2-0)
- Approved scheduling promotional testing in September and October 2021, pending City Council funding (2-0)
- Approved scheduling lateral oral board on August 6, 2021 (2-0)
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council met on July 6, 2021. The provided text lists the agenda and packet documents but does not contain the specific items, resolutions, or discussions from the meeting.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved all consent items, including vouchers totaling $4,915,574.26 and minutes from previous meetings. A public hearing on CDBG funds was held with no public comment. The council approved Resolution 2021-11 for an interlocal agreement with the East Wenatchee Sewer District and authorized a professional services agreement with Forte Architects for up to $61,220 for the Public Works Building project.
- Approved consent items including vouchers totaling $4,915,574.26 and minutes from 6/15/2021 and 6/17/2021 meetings (7-0).
- Held public hearing on CDBG funds for 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans; no public comment received.
- Approved Resolution 2021-11 authorizing interlocal agreement with East Wenatchee Sewer District for utility work and pavement overlay (7-0).
- Authorized Mayor to execute Professional Services Agreement with Forte Architects for project management, not to exceed $61,220 (7-0).
City Council
This is a procedural agenda item for the East Wenatchee City Council special meeting on June 17, 2021. The agenda text contains only the meeting date and a reference to a PDF document, with no specific items, decisions, or discussions listed.
- Special meeting scheduled for 6/17/2021
The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the purchase of the property at 50 Simon Street. Mayor Crawford requested authorization to execute an amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement for an amount not to exceed $4,023,000. The council voted 7-0 to amend and approve the contract for the purchase.
- Approved the amended Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property at 50 Simon Street for $4,023,000 (7-0).
Civil Service Commission
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss candidate eligibility for the Secretary/Chief Examiner position in executive session, followed by a regular session to select a candidate. The commission will also approve the minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting. The agenda is otherwise limited to these procedural items.
- Executive session to discuss candidate eligibility for Secretary/Chief Examiner position
- Candidate selection for Secretary/Chief Examiner (action)
- Approval of May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (action)
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission held a special meeting on June 17, 2021, and unanimously appointed Tammy Patterson as Civil Service Examiner/Secretary, effective that day. The commission also approved the May 25, 2021 meeting minutes. Commissioner Don Shennum noted this was his last meeting, as he had previously submitted his resignation.
- Appointed Tammy Patterson as Civil Service Examiner/Secretary, effective June 17, 2021 (motion carried 3-0)
- Approved the May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried 3-0)
City Council
This agenda is purely procedural, containing only the meeting agenda and agenda packet documents with no listed items for discussion or decision. No specific actions, proposals, or public hearings are detailed.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved Ordinance 2021-12, authorizing a $10 million limited tax general obligation bond to fund construction of a new public works maintenance facility and acquisition of a building for police headquarters. The council also approved Ordinance 2021-13, repealing a prior ordinance and fixing 2021 salaries for city officials and employees, and Resolution 2021-10, establishing guidelines for using city funds for employee recognition. All three actions passed unanimously (7-0).
- Approved $10M bond for public works facility and police HQ (7-0)
- Approved 2021 salary ordinance, repealing prior ordinance (7-0)
- Approved employee recognition fund guidelines (7-0)
- Approved consent items including vouchers and minutes (7-0)
City Council
The City Council held a workshop and reviewed a draft Mission and Vision Statement, City Values, and City Goals presented by Maul Foster Alongi for developing a Strategic Plan. No action was taken. The Council also received an update on the Grant Road Sinkhole repair at 10 Grant Road and how the city inspects storm drains with a camera; no action was taken.
- No action taken on strategic plan draft; only reviewed and discussed
- No action taken on Grant Road Sinkhole repair update; only received information
Civil Service Commission
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from May 25, 2021, and to discuss posting recruitment ads for the Chief Examiner/Secretary position following Merriah Barnett's resignation on June 1, 2021. The meeting will also include commissioner reports and new business.
- Approval of May 25, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion to post recruitment ads for Chief Examiner/Secretary position
- Merriah Barnett resigned effective June 1, 2021
City Council
This is the agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council regular meeting on June 1, 2021. The agenda includes the meeting agenda and the full meeting packet, but no specific agenda items are listed in the provided text. The meeting appears to be a standard council meeting with no detailed items described.
The council approved a supplemental agreement with RH2 Engineering for additional design services on the 9th Street NE & Valley Mall Parkway Intersection Improvements project, increasing the not-to-exceed amount by $25,372.90 to $151,160.98, contingent on WSDOT approval. It also adopted Resolution 2021-09, the 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Consent items, including vouchers totaling $170,865.56 and the May 18 meeting minutes, were approved 7-0. No citizen comments or presentations were made.
- Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with RH2 Engineering for 9th Street NE & Valley Mall Parkway design services, increasing not-to-exceed amount by $25,372.90 to $151,160.98 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-09, the 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (7-0)
- Approved consent items including vouchers of $170,865.56 and May 18, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
Civil Service Commission
This is a procedural meeting of the East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion beyond the scheduled meeting time and date.
Planning Commission
The Commission is holding a public hearing to consider adopting the 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The program includes 31 projects for road improvements, such as reconstruction and sidewalks. Additionally, the Commission will consider proposed amendments to the Shoreline Master Program.
- 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program with an estimated cost of over $39 million
- Public hearing for SMPA 2021-01 regarding Shoreline Master Program amendments
- Review of 31 transportation projects including pavement preservation and intersection channelization
- Consideration of April 27, 2022, meeting minutes
The East Wenatchee Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend City Council approval of the 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which lists road projects and funding sources. It also voted 4-0 to recommend approval of amendments to the Shoreline Master Program (SMP) as part of the state-required periodic review, including wetland buffer changes. No public testimony was given at either hearing. These are recommendations; final decisions rest with the City Council.
- Approved minutes from April 27, 2021 meeting (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022-2027 Six-Year TIP to City Council (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Shoreline Master Program amendments to City Council (4-0)
City Council
This is a procedural agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council meeting on May 18, 2021. The council will review the meeting agenda and the accompanying agenda packet, which contains supporting documents. No specific action items are listed in the provided text.
- Review of 5/18/2021 Council Meeting Agenda
- Review of 5/18/2021 Council Meeting Agenda Packet
The East Wenatchee City Council approved several items, including a $5,000 lodging tax grant for the Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association's Sterling Invite, adopted Ordinance 2021-10 to align municipal code with state law, and authorized a $25,100 bond counsel contract with Foster Garvey for a $10 million bond. Consent items, including housing program amendments and payroll, were also approved. No substantive public comments or presentations were made.
- Approved consent items including CDBG housing program amendments and $329,780.20 in checks (6-0)
- Approved $5,000 lodging tax grant for Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association Sterling Invite (5-1, Tidd abstained)
- Adopted Ordinance 2021-10 amending municipal code to reference state criminal statutes (6-0)
- Authorized $25,100 bond counsel contract with Foster Garvey for $10M bond (6-0)
Civil Service Commission
This is a regular meeting of the East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission. The agenda contains only the meeting time and a reference to a PDF document, with no listed action items, discussions, or public hearings. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.
City Council
This is the agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council workshop meeting on May 13, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate—meeting documents and packets—with no specific action items, discussions, or decisions listed.
The East Wenatchee City Council held a workshop on May 13, 2021, receiving informational presentations from Douglas County PUD and city staff on the Stormwater Utility Program. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.
- No action taken on PUD report
- No action taken on Stormwater Utility Program overview
Civil Service Commission
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission is meeting in person to approve the minutes from the April meeting and discuss candidate processes. The agenda is brief and contains no specific proposals or decisions beyond these routine items.
- Approval of April meeting minutes
- Discussion of candidate processes
East Wenatchee Events Board
The East Wenatchee Events Board will meet via Zoom to review financials, discuss the Classy Chassis Parade, and consider a $5,000 Tourism Promotion Grant request from the Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association for the Sterling Invite Fastpitch Tourney. The board will also hear an update from the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce on short-term rental data. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.
- Tourism Promotion Grant request: Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association – $5,000 for Sterling Invite Fastpitch Tourney (May 29-31, 2021)
- Events update: Classy Chassis Parade planning, dependent on health district approval
- Financial report: Hotel/Motel tax revenue and expenses update
- WV Chamber of Commerce update: STR report by Jerri Barkley
- Approval of March 3, 2021 minutes
The East Wenatchee Events Board approved a $5,000 tourism grant for the Greater Wenatchee Girls Softball Association's Sterling Invite tournament, with one abstention. The board also accepted the March 3, 2021 minutes and discussed the upcoming Classy Chassis Parade, which will have no car show and will follow COVID regulations. The June meeting was cancelled.
- Approved $5,000 tourism grant for GWGSA Sterling Invite (6-0, Jason Heinz abstained)
- Approved March 3, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council is holding a meeting on May 4, 2021. The agenda and the full agenda packet are available as documents for this meeting. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed in the provided text.
- Meeting date: May 4, 2021
- Agenda document available
- Agenda packet document available
The council authorized the mayor to enter a purchase and sale agreement with Three Eagle Holdings LLC for the 50 Simon Street property, not to exceed $4,180,000, and to spend up to $50,000 on due diligence. It also approved a land use change for 2130 Grant Road from Residential Medium Density to Light Commercial, and several other items including a right-of-way agreement and a contract amendment.
- Authorized purchase of 50 Simon Street property for up to $4,180,000 (7-0)
- Authorized up to $50,000 for due diligence on 50 Simon Street purchase (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-11 changing land use at 2130 Grant Road to Light Commercial (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-08 affirming 2020 Comprehensive Plan review process (7-0)
- Authorized Temporary Right of Way Use Agreement with Hurst Construction (7-0)
- Authorized Contract Amendment No. 1 with RH2 Engineering for stormwater plan (7-0)
- Approved consent items including payments of $395,502.19 (7-0)
Planning Commission
The East Wenatchee Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of a comprehensive plan amendment and zone change for 2130 Grant Road, from Residential Medium to Light Commercial. The commission will also hold a workshop on proposed Shoreline Master Program amendments and take public comments.
- Rezone 2130 Grant Road from Residential Medium to Light Commercial (CPA/ZC 2020-02)
- Workshop on Shoreline Master Program amendments (SMPA 2021-01)
- Approve minutes from March 30, 2021 meeting
- Public comment period (last 15 minutes)
The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of a comprehensive plan land use map amendment and zone change for 2130 Grant Road, from Residential Medium Density to Light Commercial. The public hearing had no testimony. The commission also held a workshop on proposed Shoreline Master Program amendments, with staff to follow up on pending questions.
- Approved March 30, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of CPA/ZC 2020-02, zone change at 2130 Grant Road to Light Commercial (5-0)
City Council
This is a procedural-only agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council meeting on April 20, 2021. The agenda lists only the meeting agenda and the agenda packet as documents, with no specific items for decision or discussion.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved two ordinances: one amending the Greater East Wenatchee Area Comprehensive Plan (land use, housing, transportation) and another increasing the number of lots creatable via short plat from 4 to 9. The council also authorized contracts for pavement surveys, construction engineering for 10th Street NE, and strategic planning Phase 2, all with 7-0 votes. No public comments or presentations were made.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-08 amending GEWA Comprehensive Plan (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-09 increasing short plat lots from 4 to 9 (7-0)
- Authorized VPR Services pavement condition survey contract up to $6,000 (7-0)
- Authorized RH2 Engineering consultant agreement for 10th Street NE project (7-0)
- Authorized Maul Foster Alongi strategic plan Phase 2 agreement up to $38,500 (7-0)
- Approved consent items including checks totaling $163,115.03 (7-0)
City Council
This is the agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council workshop meeting on April 15, 2021. The agenda contains only the meeting agenda and the agenda packet documents, with no specific action items, discussions, or decisions listed. It appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda.
The City Council held a workshop and discussed several items but took no formal action. They directed that Ordinance 2021-10, making possession of regulated drugs a misdemeanor, be placed on the May 4, 2021 agenda. They also requested a draft Tree City ordinance and discussed a strategic plan proposal and CDBG funding options.
- Directed Ordinance 2021-10 (drug possession misdemeanor) be added to May 4, 2021 agenda
- Requested draft Tree City ordinance for upcoming workshop
- Directed strategic plan proposal be added to April 20, 2021 agenda
Civil Service Commission
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission met on April 13, 2021, and approved the minutes from the March meeting. Commissioner Shennum announced he will be leaving his position in July or August. The commission also discussed the rule of 5, but no decisions were made on this topic. The meeting adjourned at 6:28 p.m.
- Approved minutes of March meeting (motion by Shennum, second by Rayson, passed)
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 6, 2021. The agenda includes only the meeting agenda and agenda packet documents, with no specific items listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.
The council awarded the 10th Street NE Improvements Project construction bid to Hurst Construction for $4,571,890.12, contingent on TIB and WSDOT approval. It also approved Ordinance 2021-07 setting 2021 city salaries, an interlocal agreement amendment adding the Colville Tribes as a voting member of the Chelan-Douglas Transportation Council, and two interlocal agreements with water and irrigation districts for the 10th Street project. All votes were 5-0.
- Approved consent items including vouchers, payroll certification, and meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-07 fixing 2021 city salaries, repealing Ordinance 2020-19 (5-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Chelan-Douglas Transportation Council Interlocal Governance Agreement adding Colville Tribes as voting member (5-0)
- Awarded 10th Street NE Improvements Project bid to Hurst Construction for $4,571,890.12, contingent on TIB/WSDOT approval (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-06 authorizing interlocal agreement with East Wenatchee Water District for 10th Street project (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-07 authorizing interlocal agreement with Greater Wenatchee Irrigation District for 10th Street project (5-0)
Planning Commission
The East Wenatchee Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two land-use items: amendments to the Greater East Wenatchee Area Comprehensive Plan (CPA 2020-01) and a zoning text amendment (ZTA 2020-03) to increase short plat lots from 4 to 9. The commission will vote on whether to recommend approval to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, Open Public Meetings Act training, and a public comment period.
- Public hearing on CPA 2020-01: amendments to Comprehensive Plan chapters on Land Use, Housing, and Transportation, including density increases (R-L to 8-10 DU/AC, R-M to 20 DU/AC, R-H to 30 DU/AC) and changes to Eastmont Avenue access policy T-30
- Public hearing on ZTA 2020-03: amendment to EWMC chapters 16.04, 16.08, 16.12, and 16.16.010 to increase short plat lots from 4 to 9
- Motion to approve summary minutes from February 23, 2021 meeting
- Open Public Meetings Act training (15-20 minutes)
- Public comment period (last 15 minutes)
The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approval of two items: CPA 2020-01, which updates the comprehensive plan (including increased residential densities and transportation access changes), and ZTA 2020-03, which would increase the number of lots creatable via short plat from 4 to 9. No public testimony was given at either hearing. The meeting was held remotely due to COVID-19.
- Approved the February 23, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0).
- Recommended approval of CPA 2020-01 to the City Council (6-0), which includes comprehensive plan amendments for land use, housing (increasing densities), and transportation.
- Recommended approval of ZTA 2020-03 to the City Council (6-0), which would increase short plat lots from 4 to 9.
City Council
The provided document contains only the meeting announcement and agenda packet cover pages. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are detailed in the source text.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved Ordinance 2021-04, imposing a one-tenth of one percent sales and use tax to fund affordable housing, homelessness, mental health, and housing-related services, as authorized by RCW 82.14.530. The vote was 5-2, with Councilmembers Sterk and Johnson opposed. The council also approved zoning code amendments (Ordinances 2021-05 and 2021-06) and adopted the 2019 CDBG performance report (Resolution 2021-05).
- Approved Ordinance 2021-04, imposing a 0.1% sales and use tax for affordable housing and related services (5-2).
- Approved Ordinance 2021-05, amending zoning code chapters on definitions, residential districts, and commercial land use (7-0).
- Approved Ordinance 2021-06, amending code on driveways and access easements (7-0).
- Approved Resolution 2021-05, adopting the 2019 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (7-0).
- Approved consent items, including checks totaling $243,235.34 and prior meeting minutes (7-0).
City Council
This is a workshop agenda for the East Wenatchee City Council meeting on March 11, 2021. The agenda contains only a reference to a PDF document and no specific items for discussion or decision, so it is procedural boilerplate.
The City Council held a workshop and took no formal action. They heard a presentation on a new police pass-down program, were told the Mayor will propose a 2% COLA increase for administrative non-union staff at the next meeting, and discussed options for the library's future size and location. All items were informational only.
- No action taken on police pass-down program; information only.
- No action taken on 2% COLA proposal; Mayor to bring recommendation at next meeting.
- No action taken on library options; Council discussed but did not rank or choose.
Civil Service Commission
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission will meet to approve February minutes, discuss background check updates for new hires, and receive new business from the Police Department. In executive session, they will certify the eligibility list results from the March 6 oral boards. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.
- Approval of February meeting minutes
- New hire background check updates
- New business from the Police Department
- Certification of eligibility list from March 6 oral boards
The Civil Service Commission met and unanimously approved the minutes from the February meeting. They certified the Eligibility List for police hiring and submitted it to the Chief of Police. The commission also noted that Ivy Jacobson will start with the department on March 29 and that Officer Hinkle has submitted his retirement notice effective May 1.
- Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Certified Eligibility List and submitted to Chief of Police (unanimous)
East Wenatchee Events Board
The Board reviewed a tourism promotion grant request for the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center. The meeting also included updates on local events and a review of year-end STR hospitality reports.
- Wenatchee Valley Museum grant request: $121,488 per year for 4 years
- Board vote to reduce Board positions from 12 down to 11
- Update on Classy Chassis Parade & Car Show scheduled for April 30-May 1
- Review of December 2020 STR report for Wenatchee area occupancy and revenue
The East Wenatchee Events Board approved a tourism promotion grant for the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, funding $121,488 per year from hotel/motel taxes and the general fund. The board also tabled a separate four-year grant request from the museum pending further questions. Event updates included Apple Blossom planning and cancellation of Wings & Wheels for 2021.
- Approved contract between City and Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center (10-0)
- Approved $60,744 from general fund and $60,744 from hotel/motel taxes for museum grant (10-0)
- Tabled museum's four-year tourism grant request until next meeting
- Accepted February 3, 2021 minutes (8-0)
City Council
This is a regular City Council meeting with a standard agenda and packet. The provided text contains only the agenda title and document references, with no specific items listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved all consent items in a 7-0 vote, including a contract amendment for stormwater improvements on 4th Street SE, checks totaling $146,027.91, January payroll certification, and the minutes from the February 16 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only a financial report presentation.
- Approved RH2 Engineering Task Authorization Contract Amendment No. 1 for 4th Street SE Stormwater Improvements (7-0)
- Approved checks 54727-54729, 54734-54736, 54820-54864 totaling $146,027.91 (7-0)
- Approved January Payroll Certification (7-0)
- Approved 2/16/2021 Council Meeting Minutes (7-0)
City Council
This is a procedural agenda for a City Council workshop meeting on February 25, 2021. The agenda contains only the meeting agenda and packet documents, with no specific action items, discussions, or decisions listed.
- Council workshop meeting scheduled for 2/25/2021
The City Council workshop discussed two potential new sales and use taxes: one under House Bill 1590 to fund homeless housing and support services, and another to replace the current $20 car tab fee for street preservation. No formal action was taken; the council requested staff to research campaign strategies from other cities and to poll the community on the transportation tax option. The meeting was a workshop, so no binding decisions were made.
- Discussed a potential sales and use tax under House Bill 1590 to fund homeless housing and support services, with a recommendation to hold a public hearing (no action taken).
- Discussed replacing the $20 car tab fee with a sales tax option for the Transportation Benefit District (no action taken).
- Requested staff to contact cities that have passed the sales tax for transportation and learn about their campaign strategies.
- Requested staff to find someone to poll the community on the transportation tax option and to check if the City of Wenatchee is interested in pursuing the same funding option.
Planning Commission
The East Wenatchee Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on ZTA 2020-02, a zoning text amendment to increase residential building capacity by allowing more housing types (duplexes, triplexes, courtyard dwellings) and raising density limits in medium- and high-density districts. The commission will also workshop two other items: ZTA 2020-03 to increase short plat lots from 4 to 9, and CPA 2020-01, the 2020 annual comprehensive plan update. These are recommendations to the City Council, which makes final decisions.
- Public hearing on ZTA 2020-02: amendments to EWMC chapters 17.08, 17.24, 17.28, 17.32, 17.34, 17.72, 12.53 and Design Standards to increase residential capacity
- Workshop on ZTA 2020-03: increase short plat lots from 4 to 9
- Workshop on CPA 2020-01: annual update to Comprehensive Plan chapters 3 (Land Use), 4 (Housing), 8 (Transportation)
- Density increases: medium density from 15 to 20 units/acre, high density from 24 to 30 units/acre
- Parking guest spaces reduced from 0.5 to 0.25 per multifamily unit
The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approval of ZTA 2020-02, which amends the Greater East Wenatchee Urban Growth Area Design Standards and Guidelines and several EWMC chapters. The recommendation excludes certain amended text in chapters 17.08, 17.24, 17.28, 17.32, 17.34, and 17.72 that staff flagged for further review, includes the amended text in chapter 12.53, and excludes the proposed Design Standards amendments. The public hearing was opened but not closed, and no public testimony was taken. The commission also held workshops on ZTA 2020-03 (short plat lot increase) and CPA 2020-01 (comprehensive plan amendments) but took no action on those items.
- Approved minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)
- Recommended City Council approval of ZTA 2020-02 with exclusions (6-0)
- Excluded certain EWMC chapter amendments from ZTA 2020-02 recommendation
- Excluded Design Standards amendments from ZTA 2020-02 recommendation
- Held workshop on ZTA 2020-03 (short plat lot increase) - no action
- Held workshop on CPA 2020-01 (comprehensive plan amendments) - no action
City Council
This agenda contains only the meeting agenda and agenda packet documents, with no specific action items, discussions, or public hearings listed. It appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda.
The East Wenatchee City Council approved Ordinance 2021-03, amending Chapter 17.70 of the municipal code to regulate applications for use permits, wireless telecommunications facility permits, building permits, eligible facilities modifications, and small cell facilities. The council also authorized the mayor to execute a 2021 engineering services contract with RH2 Engineering, approved a Shoreline Master Program agreement with the Washington State Department of Ecology, and selected Anchor QEA, LLC as consultant for the Shoreline Master Program review. All action items passed unanimously (7-0).
- Approved Ordinance 2021-03 amending Chapter 17.70 on wireless facility permits (7-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute 2021 RH2 Engineering General Services Contract (7-0)
- Approved Shoreline Master Program agreement with WA Dept. of Ecology (7-0)
- Selected Anchor QEA, LLC for Shoreline Master Program review and update (7-0)
- Approved consent items including checks totaling $147,404.08 and 2/2/2021 minutes (7-0)
Civil Service Commission
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve January meeting minutes, review notifications of new police department hires, and discuss the entry-level testing date of March 6th, with certification of results planned for the March 9th regular meeting. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.
- Approval of January meeting minutes
- Notifications of new hires to the East Wenatchee Police Department
- Discussion of entry-level testing date on March 6th
- Certification of testing results at the March 9th regular meeting
The Civil Service Commission approved the January meeting minutes. A tentative job offer was made to Ivy Jacobsen, and a lateral police officer oral board test was scheduled for March 6 with score certification on March 9. The commission also discussed assessment center testing for a sergeant's position. No final decisions were made on the hiring or testing items.
- Approved January meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Tentative employment offer made to Ivy Jacobsen
- Scheduled lateral police officer oral board test for March 6
- Discussed assessment center testing for sergeant's position
East Wenatchee Events Board
The East Wenatchee Events Board will meet via Zoom to consider a tourism promotion grant request from the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center for $121,488 per year for four years, following the city's contract. The board will also discuss the Easter Egg Hunt and Classy Chassis events, review financials, and vote on filling a vacant board position.
- Tourism grant request: Wenatchee Valley Museum – $121,488/year for 4 years
- Vote on filling Position 11 (Meegan Mashburn)
- Events update: Easter Egg Hunt and Classy Chassis
- Financial review: revenue/expense updates
- WV Chamber of Commerce update on STR report
The East Wenatchee Events Board voted to reduce its size from 12 to 11 positions, moving Meegan Mashburn into the vacant Position #11. The board also approved the January 6, 2021 meeting minutes. The Easter Egg Hunt was discontinued permanently, and a tourism grant request from the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center was tabled until the next meeting.
- Reduced board to 11 positions, eliminating Position #12 (7-0)
- Approved January 6, 2021 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Discontinued Easter Egg Hunt permanently
- Tabled WVMCC tourism grant application for $121,488/year
City Council
This is a regular City Council meeting agenda with no specific items listed beyond the agenda and packet documents. The agenda appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission held a special meeting to evaluate an applicant for public employment. After an executive session, the commission unanimously voted to certify the Eligibility List and submit it to the Chief of Police as written. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Certified the Eligibility List and submitted it to the Chief of Police as written (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of ZTA 2017-02, a zoning text amendment updating the Wireless Communication Facilities chapter (17.70 EWMC), to the City Council. The amendment includes changes to tower heights, small cell facilities, definitions, and other provisions, with an added FCC-aligned definition of 'Substantial Change'. The commission also elected Gary Palmer as Chair and John Brown as Vice-Chair, and approved the November 24, 2020 meeting minutes.
- Recommended approval of ZTA 2017-02 Wireless Communication Facilities update (7-0)
- Elected Gary Palmer as Chair and John Brown as Vice-Chair (6-0)
- Approved November 24, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)
City Council
This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda includes a meeting agenda document and a meeting packet, but no specific items are listed in the provided text. The meeting appears to be procedural, with details contained in the linked documents.
- City Council Meeting Agenda document
- City Council Meeting Packet document
City Council
The East Wenatchee City Council is holding a workshop meeting. The agenda includes a workshop agenda and a workshop packet, indicating discussion of city business. No specific action items are listed in the provided text.
- Workshop agenda document
- Workshop packet document
The Council held a workshop and discussed two items but took no formal action. Councilmembers reached consensus on a single pedestrian crosswalk for the SR 28 & 9th Street NE intersection improvement plan, though no vote was taken. Staff also proposed allocating $15,000 in CDBG-CV3 funds to continue the Chelan & Douglas County COVID-19 Food Assistance Program, but no decision was made.
- Consensus reached on single pedestrian crosswalk for SR 28 & 9th St (no formal action)
- No action taken on CDBG-CV3 fund allocation for food assistance program
Civil Service Commission
The East Wenatchee Civil Service Commission will meet to approve December minutes, discuss the PST platform for lateral candidates, and receive updates from Chief Johnson on new hires. The agenda is brief and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of December meeting minutes
- Discussion of PST platform for lateral candidates
- Updates from Chief Johnson on new hires
East Wenatchee Events Board
The East Wenatchee Events Board met via Zoom and voted to reappoint four members, remove one for lack of attendance, and approve funding requests. They approved a two-year, $45,000-per-year contract for the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce and $120,000 for city events staffing and promotions. The board also reviewed financials, noting about $375,000 available for next year, and discussed event updates including a canceled Christmas event turned into Santa's Ride-Around-Town.
- Approved $45,000/year for Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce for 2021-2022
- Approved $120,000 for Events Department staffing and event promotions
- Reappointed Supattra Winger, Sally Brawley, Alejandro Cruz, Michael Machado
- Removed Jason Fonville from Position #11 due to lack of attendance
- Hotel/motel fund projected at $375,000 for next year