Puyallup, WA

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several completed projects, including sidewalk construction and library upgrades. The meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding animal and residential zone regulations and a discussion on the 2027-2028 biennial budget forecast.

• Acceptance of the 23rd Avenue SW Sidewalks project with Olson Brothers Excavating, Inc. for $1,365,674.24
• First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 8.08 Animals and Chapter 20.20 Single-Family Residential Zones
• Consideration of installing a GoodRoots Northwest food distribution locker at the Memorial Center
• Discussion of the 2027-2028 biennial budget forecast
• Acceptance of the Emergency Sludge Line Repair project at the Water Pollution Control Plant

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed code amendments for urban agriculture in single-family residential zones. The meeting also includes worksessions on Phase 2 zoning code and map amendments, including mixed-use zones and fair parking overlays.

• Public hearing: Urban Agriculture Uses in Single-family Residential Zones
• Worksession: Phase 2 Zoning Code & Map Amendments (Package 6 of DPS Work Plan)
• Worksession: Chapter 20.31 Mixed Use (MX) Zones amendments
• Discussion of Fair Parking Overlay proposed amendments

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve several law enforcement personnel lists. This includes a Police Captain list and two blended entry-level officer lists.

• Approval of a Police Captain Eligibility List
• Approval of a Blended Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of a Blended Advanced Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss policy direction for proposed updates to the Phase 2 Zoning Map and the Fair Parking Overlay. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding potential litigation.

• Phase 2 Zoning Map updates
• Fair Parking Overlay updates
• Executive session regarding potential litigation

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review ordinances regarding zoning amendments and Arts and Culture Commission membership. The agenda also includes various contract authorizations for public works, road safety, and cemetery equipment.

• Contract with Clear Excavating, LLC for West Meeker Public Parking Lot
• Contract with Stumpy Tree Service for Elodea Management Project
• Purchase of 2026 John Deere 310G Backhoe Loader for Woodbine Cemetery
• Contract with Toole Design Group, LLC for Road Safety Action Plan Project
• Ordinance amending Title 20, Zoning, of the Puyallup Municipal Code

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the May 13, 2026 minutes for approval. The meeting includes a worksession regarding schedule updates and amendments to the Commission's Rules of Procedure.

• Approval of May 13, 2026 minutes
• Worksession on Schedule Updates & Amendments to the Commission's Rules of Procedure

The Planning Commission approved amendments to its Rules of Procedure and the May 13 meeting minutes. The commission also discussed a proposed code amendment regarding urban agriculture on vacant single-family residential sites, with a public hearing scheduled for July 8.

• Approved June 10 agenda (7-0)
• Amended agenda to add Urban Agriculture item (7-0)
• Approved May 13, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Amended Rules of Procedure (7-0)

Fire Pension Board

The Fire Pension Board will review the March 12, 2026, meeting minutes. The board will also receive a financial report as of March 31, 2026, and pension calculations as of April 1, 2026.

• Review of March 12, 2026, draft minutes
• Financial Report as of March 31, 2026
• Pension Calculations as of April 1, 2026

Senior Advisory Board

The Senior Advisory Board will meet to review previous minutes and hear a presentation regarding Lahar. The agenda also includes an ice breaker and discussion of a Senior Advisory Board trifold.

• Lahar informational presentation
• Senior Advisory Board Trifold discussion
• Senior Services Report

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several ordinances, including a proposed moratorium on Battery Energy Storage System facilities. The agenda also includes various consent items regarding grants, utility agreements, and road projects.

• Ordinance to establish a moratorium for Battery Energy Storage System facilities
• First reading of an ordinance amending Title 20, Zoning, of the Puyallup Municipal Code
• First reading of an ordinance regarding membership of the Arts and Culture Commission
• Contract with Sierra Santa Fe, Inc., for the 2026 Chip Seal project
• HUD grant for the Meeker Festival Street Project

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair during this meeting. Staff will also present several police officer eligibility lists for approval.

• Election of new Chair
• Election of new Vice Chair
• Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
• Blended Advanced Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Blended Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List

The Civil Service Commission approved updated eligibility lists for lateral, advanced entry level, and entry level police officer candidates. The Commission also elected its leadership for the upcoming term.

• Elected Brian Spracklen as Interim Chair (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Reappointed Dan Smith as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Brian Spracklen as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved Blended Advanced Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved Blended Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (3-0)

Library Advisory Board Meeting

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review the March 16, 2026 minutes and receive reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and the Library Foundation. The meeting includes a roll call and opportunities for board member comments.

• Approval of March 16, 2026 minutes
• Library Director's May 2026 report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Phase 1 Zoning Housekeeping Amendments. The meeting also includes a worksession to discuss updates to Design Review Standards and corresponding code amendments.

• Phase 1 Zoning - Housekeeping Amendments (DPS Work Plan Package 2)
• Design Review Standards Update - Corresponding Code Amendments (DPS Work Plan Package 5)

The Commission approved several Phase 1 Zoning Housekeeping Amendments, including a new sign size exemption for residential zones and a prohibition on automotive dealerships in the RMX zone. Remaining sections of the zoning package were also recommended for approval. A worksession was held regarding proposed Design Review Standards updates.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 22, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Added USGS brochure request to the agenda (5-0)
• Approved permanent sign exemption of up to 2 square feet in RS zones (4-0)
• Prohibited automotive dealerships in the RMX zone (5-0)
• Recommended approval of remaining Phase 1 zoning sections 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will review updates regarding the PROS Plan and Bradley Lake Playground survey data. The meeting also includes an introduction to the Wildwood & Labelle Property Masterplan.

• PROS Plan update and open ended survey results
• Bradley Lake Playground Survey and RCO Update
• Wildwood & Labelle Property Masterplan introduction
• Recreation Report including a new Program Guide

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a 2026 Traffic Impact Fee Study and an ordinance regarding public parking near 311 W. Pioneer. The agenda also includes several contract authorizations for park master plans, road widening, and sewer repairs.

• Public hearing for the 2026 Traffic Impact Fee Study
• Ordinance for additional public parking at 311 W. Pioneer with a 3-hour limit
• Eight-Year Limited Multifamily Property Tax Exemption for 204 4th Street SW
• Eight-Year Limited Multifamily Property Tax Exemption for 330 3rd Street SW
• Contract with Berger Partnership for the Wildwood Park and LaBelle Property Master Plan

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider an ordinance for new public parking limits at 311 W. Pioneer. The meeting also includes a budget amendment for the West Meeker Public Parking Lot Project and several presentations.

• Ordinance for additional public parking near 311 W. Pioneer with a 3-hour limit
• Budget amendment for the West Meeker Public Parking Lot Project
• Amendment #3 with Brown and Caldwell for 4th Street NW Storm Replacement Phase N-2b/c
• Acceptance of Washington Cities Insurance Authority Risk Reduction Grant
• Completion of the 2nd Avenue NE Tree Removal project

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding middle housing requirements and amendments to Title 3 of the Municipal Code. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a petition to vacate portions of W Main and 7th Street.

• Second reading of ordinance to amend Title 20 for Middle Housing requirements
• Public hearing for petition to vacate portions of W Main and 7th Street
• Budget amendment for the West Meeker Public Parking Lot Project
• Contract amendment with MIG for the 2044 - Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution updating the 2026 Non-Represented Employees Salary Schedule

The Council approved second readings for ordinances regarding middle housing and multi-family tax exemptions. They also set a public hearing for a proposed street vacation involving the Puyallup School District.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved second reading of middle housing ordinance (6-1)
• Approved second reading of Title 3 municipal code amendment (7-0)
• Removed America250 flagpole funding from agenda (6-0)
• Tabled West Meeker Public Parking Lot Project budget amendment (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Puyallup Planning Commission will discuss Phase 2 zoning map and code policy direction, as well as housekeeping amendments for Phase 1 zoning. The agenda also includes public hearings, a staff report, and routine administrative actions like approving previous minutes. Specific topics for the public hearings and staff report are not listed in this document.

• Phase 2 Zoning Map & Code Policy Direction (Package 6 of DPS Work Plan)
• Phase 1 Zoning Housekeeping Amendments (Package 2 of DPS Work Plan)
• Public hearings on unspecified matters
• Approval of March 11, 2026 meeting minutes

The Commission held worksessions regarding Phase 2 zoning map and code policy direction and Phase 1 housekeeping amendments. No substantive votes or decisions were made on the proposed zoning changes during this meeting.

• Approved April 22, 2026 agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (6-0)

Design Review & Historic Preservation Board

The Board will conduct a worksession regarding a design review application for 217 N Meridian. The project involves exterior maintenance and improvements under permit #PLDDG20260018.

• Design Review Application (DDG) - 217 N Meridian Exterior Maintenance & Improvements

Senior Advisory Board

The Senior Advisory Board will conduct elections for a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a presentation on Puyallup Area Aging in Community and an overview of past board member involvement.

• Election of new Chair
• Election of new Vice Chair
• Presentation on Puyallup Area Aging in Community
• Review of February 9, 2026 minutes

The board elected Steve Shipman as Chair and Robert Aline as Vice-Chair. Members discussed a presentation regarding age-friendly city status, specifically noting needs in housing, transportation, and accessibility. The board also reviewed upcoming summer programming and event changes.

• Approved agenda with amendments (6-0)
• Elected Steve Shipman as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Robert Aline as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes (6-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Puyallup City Council will hold its regular meeting to consider a consent agenda containing routine approvals, two ordinance first readings, and three proclamations. A proposed amendment to Title 20 would incorporate Middle Housing requirements into city code, which establishes new residential development standards for property owners and residents. The council is not voting on final policy changes at this session; the housing and minor code amendments are only scheduled for their initial reading.

• First reading of an ordinance amending Title 20 to incorporate Middle Housing requirements
• First reading of an ordinance making minor code cleanup updates under Title 3
• Authorization for a contract with SCJ Alliance to design the 3rd St SE Watermain Replacement
• Awarding a design contract to David Evans and Associates for Valley Avenue NW Overlay Phase 3
• Contract with Osborn Consulting, Inc. for a Tree Canopy Survey and NPDES Permit Mapping Requirements Project

The City Council approved the first reading of ordinances regarding municipal code amendments for multifamily tax exemptions and middle housing requirements. Additionally, the council awarded a design contract for the Valley Avenue NW Overlay Phase 3 project.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 24, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to amend Title 3 regarding multifamily tax exemptions (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to amend Title 20 for middle housing requirements (7-0)
• Awarded Valley Avenue NW Overlay Phase 3 design contract to David Evans and Associates (7-0)

City Council Study Session

The City Council will study proposed amendments to the Middle Housing Code. It will also consider the Phase 2 zoning map and code policy direction for mixed‑use zones. A separate discussion will address the Phase 2 zoning map and code for commercial zones.

• Middle Housing Code Amendments – interim regulations and recommended ordinance
• Phase 2 zoning map & code policy direction for mixed‑use zones – River Road Corridor Plan and MX Mixed‑Use Zones
• Phase 2 zoning map & code for commercial zones – C Commercial Zones

The City Council held a study session regarding upcoming amendments to the Middle Housing Code and Phase 2 zoning maps. Discussions included potential changes to lahar zone exceptions, revisions to the River Road Corridor Plan, and transitioning certain commercial parcels to LMX designations.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Requested staff present options for middle housing buffer strategies and ADU feasibility
• Supported revising the River Road Corridor Plan to increase density and height flexibility
• Favored transitioning CMX zoning at Shaw/Pioneer to UCX zoning
• Supported transitioning CL parcels to LMX designation

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet virtually to review a proposed scoring matrix for 2026 lodging tax applications and discuss city-initiated requests. Written comments are accepted via email until 8:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting.

• Review of proposed LTAC scoring matrix
• Comment on city-initiated requests
• 2026 LTAC combined applications

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Water Use Efficiency Plan and consider a consent agenda with several infrastructure contracts, including sewer and storm upgrades. Other items include a resolution updating the 2026 non-represented employee salary schedule, a donation to the Main Street Association, and presentations on lahar impacts and the America 250 celebration.

• Public hearing on Water Use Efficiency Plan
• Authorize contract with HCON, Inc. for South Fruitland Avenue Sanitary Sewer Extension
• Authorize contract with R.L. Alia for 4th Street NW Storm Upgrades Stage N2a Project
• Resolution updating the City's 2026 Non-Represented Employees Salary Schedule
• Report on volcanic lahar impacts from Mount Rainier

The City Council approved a $100,000 donation to the Puyallup Main Street Association and $81,398 for the America 250 celebration. Additionally, the council authorized several contracts via the consent agenda and set guidelines for parklet distribution.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 10, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including various infrastructure and service contracts (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 donation to Puyallup Main Street Association (7-0)
• Approved $81,398 to the Chamber for America 250 celebration planning (7-0)
• Allocated up to 6 parklets on Meridian, with remaining available elsewhere (7-0)

Design Review & Historic Preservation Board

The Design Review & Historic Preservation Board meets virtually to elect a new chair and vice chair, and consider minutes from February. Worksession topics include updating the Design Review Standards (PMC Chapter 20.26) and reviewing a facade improvement application for Firehouse Pet Shop (Permit #PLDDG20260006). The standards update will shape future development appearance in Puyallup.

• Election of new chair and vice chair
• Approve February 19, 2026 draft minutes
• Discuss Design Review Standards Update – PMC Ch. 20.26
• Review Design Review Application for Firehouse Pet Shop facade improvements (Permit #PLDDG20260006)

The Board approved a design review application for the Firehouse Pet Shop at 203 West Stewart. Members also conducted a worksession regarding proposed updates to city-wide design standards.

• Approved amended agenda (4-0)
• Elected Kris Stamon as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Paige Rooney as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Firehouse Pet Shop façade improvements at 203 West Stewart (6-0)

Library Advisory Board Meeting

The Library Advisory Board will conduct elections for a new Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also review the 2026 Meeting Room policy and receive reports from the Library Director, Friends of the Library, and the Library Foundation.

• Election of new Chair
• Election of new Vice Chair
• Meeting Room Policy 2026 review
• Library Director's Report March 2026
• Approval of January 5, 2026 draft minutes

The Library Advisory Board approved updates to meeting and study room booking rules, including a provision to cancel reservations if groups arrive more than 30 minutes late. These changes will affect how residents reserve spaces for events or quiet work. The board also re-elected its leadership and approved last month’s minutes. Reports covered new visitor counters, grant-funded children’s area upgrades, and volunteer needs for local support groups, while plans to convert a study room into an ADA-accessible recording studio were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved agenda as published (4-0)
• Re-elected Melanie Fuemmeler as chair (4-0)
• Appointed Justine Ziemer as vice-chair (4-0)
• Approved January 5, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved updated meeting and study room policies (4-0)

Fire Pension Board

The Fire Pension Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, review a financial report as of February 28, 2026, and consider pension calculations as of January 1, 2026. The board will also set meeting dates for the remainder of 2026. No other business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of December 11, 2025 minutes
• Fire Pension Financial Report as of February 28, 2026
• Fire Pension Calculations as of January 1, 2026
• Set 2026 meeting dates

The Board approved the December 11, 2025 minutes and the February 28, 2026 Financial Report. The fund ended 2025 with just under $1,000,000 after the city elected not to contribute its typical $80,000. The Board also accepted January 1, 2026 pension calculations and approved a new quarterly meeting schedule.

• Approved December 11, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved February 28, 2026 Financial Report (3-0)
• Accepted January 1, 2026 Fire Pension Calculations (3-0)
• Accepted 2026 meeting dates (3-0)

Council Salary Commission

The Council Salary Commission will meet on March 11, 2026 to conduct routine business. Commissioners will elect a new chair and vice chair, approve the agenda and the October 28, 2025 minutes, and set the 2026 meeting calendar. Public comment will be accepted only in writing.

• Election of new chair
• Election of new vice chair
• Approval of October 28, 2025 minutes
• Set meeting calendar for 2026
• Citizen comments (written only)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to discuss committee expectations and the development of a scoring matrix. The meeting includes introductions of committee members.

• Scoring Matrix Development

Planning Commission

The Puyallup Planning Commission meeting on March 11, 2026 will review the 2026 DPS Work Plan and consider two code amendment packages. One amendment updates Chapter 20.56 to address electric vehicle infrastructure. The other amendment updates Chapter 20.28 concerning the Professional Office zone. No other decisions are listed in the agenda.

• 2026 DPS Work Plan – review
• Code amendment Package 5, Docket 3 – Chapter 20.56 Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
• Code amendment Package 6, Docket 3 – Chapter 20.28 Professional Office Zone

The Planning Commission elected Tracy Taylor as Chair and David De Groot as Vice-Chair. The Commission reviewed the 2026 DPS work plan, including proposed removals of electric vehicle infrastructure standards and professional office zoning designations.

• Approved agenda with addition of Commissioner Introduction (6-0)
• Elected Tracy Taylor as Chair (6-0)
• Elected David De Groot as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes as amended (6-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Puyallup City Council will consider routine approvals including the agenda, retreat minutes, and proclamations. It will vote on several consent agenda items such as a sidewalk and crossing contract, a police department vehicle replacement, and service agreements with the Washington State Fair Association and other partners. The council will also discuss federal Opportunity Zones, Phase 2 zoning map and code updates, and hold a first reading of an ordinance adopting the 2026 Traffic Impact Fee Study. An informational presentation on the Water Use Efficiency Plan will be provided.

• Authorize contract with Calli Denny Construction for 7th Avenue SW sidewalks and crossing (9th St SW to 11th St SW)
• Authorize replacement of a Corrections Transport vehicle for Puyallup Police Department
• 2026 Annual Service Agreement with Washington State Fair Association
• Supplement agreement with BHC Consultants, LLC for final design of Candlewood Pump Station Replacement
• First reading of ordinance adopting the 2026 Traffic Impact Fee Study and related code changes

The City Council approved an ordinance for the first reading to increase maximum traffic impact fees to $8,762 and index them annually to inflation. They also authorized a sidewalk construction contract for 7th Avenue SW.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 3, 2026 Council Retreat minutes (7-0)
• Approved February 4, 2026 Council Retreat minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Increased maximum traffic impact fee to $8,762 (7-0)
• Indexed traffic impact fees annually based on inflation (7-0)
• Exempted affordable housing and early learning centers from 80% of traffic impact fees (7-0)
• Implemented 50% premium on industrial truck trips for traffic impact fees (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to elect a new chair and vice chair, review draft minutes from January 12, 2026, and discuss PROS Plan survey results and capital project updates.

• Election of new Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of January 12, 2026 draft minutes
• Review of PROS Plan Survey Results
• Parks Capital Project Update
• Public comments accepted until 3:00 p.m.

The Board elected Eric Weiter as Chair and Michael McCanna as Vice Chair. Staff presented preliminary findings from the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan survey and provided updates on several capital projects.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Elected Eric Weiter as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Michael McCanna as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved January 12, 2026, minutes with a scrivener's error amendment (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold second readings and likely vote on ordinances amending multiple municipal codes and the zoning map. Discussions are scheduled on a parklet program policy and traffic impact fees, and a budget authorization for an additional payroll specialist is under consideration. Consent agenda items include supplemental agreements for the Water Pollution Control Plant and the Meeker Festival Street Project.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Puyallup Municipal Codes 2.54, Title 19, 20.11, 20.12, 20.46, and 20.51, and Zoning Map
• Authorize Supplemental Agreement 4 with Gray and Osborne, Inc., for Water Pollution Control Plant 3rd Secondary Clarifier Project
• Authorize Supplemental Agreement 2 with MIG for Meeker Festival Street Project
• Budget authorization for an additional Payroll Specialist position
• Parklet program policy discussion and Traffic Impact Fee Discussion

The City Council approved a permanent, no-fee parklet program expanded to ten units. They also authorized the creation of an additional Payroll Specialist position. Additionally, the Council passed several ordinances and a resolution regarding citizen board appointments.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 27, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including water plant and Meeker Festival agreements (6-0)
• Approved second reading of municipal code amendments (6-0)
• Approved second reading of zoning map and municipal code amendments (6-0)
• Approved resolution for citizen volunteer board appointments (6-0)
• Authorized additional Payroll Specialist position (6-0)
• Made parklet program permanent with no fee and expanded to 10 units (6-0)

Design Review & Historic Preservation Board

The Design Review & Historic Preservation Board will meet virtually to approve minutes from December and January and discuss two design review applications for residential projects.

• Approval of December 18, 2025 and January 15, 2026 draft minutes
• Worksession on Seasons on Meeker Phase 1 design review application
• Worksession on 'Bell Place' multi-family residential site development
• Public comments accepted in writing until 3:00 p.m.
• Meeting held via Zoom

The Design Review & Historic Preservation Board approved two major residential projects. The first involves townhomes and a market hall at 115 Second Street Southeast, while the second concerns the Bell Place multi-family development.

• Approved December 18, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved January 15, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Seasons on Meeker Phase 1 at 115 Second Street Southeast (6-0)
• Approved Bell Place multi-family residential site development (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review new business. The commission is scheduled to consider the approval of a Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List.

• Approval of a Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List

The Civil Service Commission approved a new eligibility list for lateral police officers following recent interviews. The list now contains one candidate, Cameron Ashworth. The Commission also recognized Vice Chair Ed Knutson for his eight years of service during his final meeting.

• Approved February 17 agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 20 minutes (5-0)
• Approved January 29 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed Middle Housing Code Amendments. The meeting also includes approval of the January 28, 2026 minutes and citizen comments. Related staff report materials cover definitions, RS zones, and cottage housing.

• Public hearing on Middle Housing Code Amendments
• Approval of January 28, 2026 meeting minutes
• Citizen comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Staff report on Chapter 20.15 Definitions, 20.20 RS Zones, 20.21 Cottage Housing

The Commission approved middle housing code amendments following a public hearing regarding residential density and lahar zone restrictions. The decision included several motions to amend the agenda packet prior to final approval.

• Approved January 28, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Added odor provisions to limited manufacturing definition (5-0)
• Removed lahar zone restriction letter 'M' from agenda packet (4-1)
• Removed item C2 regarding lahar zone restrictions from agenda packet (4-1)
• Approved Middle Housing Code Amendments with commission amendments (4-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one amending multiple municipal codes (2.54, Title 19, 20.11, 20.12) and another approving changes to the Zoning Map and codes 20.46 and 20.51. The consent agenda includes contracts for indigent defense, a lease, police vehicle purchases, an environmental cleanup project, a road overlay acceptance, a sewer line repair, and a health screening program. No public comments will be accepted via Zoom.

• First reading of ordinance amending zoning map and codes 20.46 and 20.51
• First reading of ordinance amending multiple municipal codes (2.54, Title 19, 20.11, 20.12)
• Authorize $? purchase of replacement vehicles for Puyallup Police Department (Consent 3.c)
• Amendment to contract with Claire Kintanar for indigent defense services (Consent 3.a)
• Lease with Chilcott Insurance Agency for City Hall commercial space (Consent 3.b)

The City Council approved the first reading of two ordinances regarding municipal code and zoning updates. The council also passed a consent agenda including police vehicle purchases and street repair contracts.

• Approved January 6, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Municipal Codes 2.54, Title 19, 20.11, and 20.12 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Zoning Map and Municipal Codes 20.46 and 20.51 (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will vote on three eligibility lists: blended advanced entry and lateral corrections officers, and blended advanced entry police officers. These lists establish candidate pools for hiring. The agenda also includes reports from the chief and chief examiner.

• Approval of a Blended Advanced Entry Level Corrections Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of a Blended Lateral Corrections Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of a Blended Advanced Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List

The Civil Service Commission approved three blended eligibility lists for various law enforcement roles. These lists include candidates for advanced entry-level corrections, lateral corrections, and advanced entry-level police officer positions. Additionally, the Police Chief reported that construction of the new police building is on track for a mid-March 2026 move-in.

• Approved Blended Advanced Entry Level Corrections Officer Eligibility List (5-0)
• Approved Blended Lateral Corrections Officer Eligibility List (5-0)
• Approved Blended Advanced Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (5-0)

Senior Advisory Board

The Senior Advisory Board will consider approving December 2025 minutes and discuss the 2026 workplan, goals, and objectives. They will also discuss exercise equipment for seniors and receive a senior services report. The meeting includes recognition of a board member and public comment opportunities.

• Discussion of 2026 Workplan, Goals & Objectives
• Discussion of Exercise Equipment
• Recognition of Board Member
• Senior Services Report
• Approval of December 8, 2025 minutes

The board approved the meeting agenda and the previous minutes from December 8, 2025. Discussions included upcoming workplans, senior center equipment needs, and community partnerships.

• Approved February 9, 2026 agenda (5-0)
• Approved December 8, 2025 minutes (5-0)

City Council Retreat

The Puyallup City Council will hold a retreat to discuss the 2027-2028 biennial budget, review progress on the 2025-2026 strategic plan, and consider council initiatives. No formal votes are expected; the session is for discussion and planning.

• Discussion of 2027-2028 Biennial Budget
• 2025-2026 Strategic Plan Progress Report
• Council initiatives
• Roll call and agenda approval
• Adjournment

The City Council reviewed the 2027-2028 biennial budget overview and a progress report on the 2025-2026 Strategic Plan. Discussions also covered proposed council initiatives including citizen recognition, community projects, and downtown neighborhood planning.

• Reviewed 2027-2028 biennial budget overview
• Reviewed 2025-2026 Strategic Plan progress report
• Discussed various proposed council initiatives

City Council Retreat

The City Council will hold a retreat to receive presentations on the Traffic Calming Program, a Traffic Impact Fee Study, and downtown parking. These items are for discussion and information; no formal decisions are anticipated.

• Traffic Calming Program presentation
• Traffic Impact Fee Study introduction
• Downtown parking discussion

The City Council retreat focused on presentations regarding the Traffic Calming Program, a Traffic Impact Fee Study, and the status of downtown parking. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during these discussions.

• No substantive decisions were made during this meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a worksession regarding the Draft Design Review Standards Code for PMC Ch. 20.26. The meeting also includes approval of the January 14, 2026 minutes.

• Worksession: Draft Design Review Standards Code (PMC Ch. 20.26)

The Commission reviewed a draft update for design review standards and heard an overview of the city's code update requirements from Mayor Ned Witting. Staff reported that upcoming meetings will include a hearing on middle housing and updates regarding the 2026 work plan.

• Amended agenda to add Mayor’s Comments (5-0)
• Approved amended agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 14, 2026 minutes (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a development agreement for the Good Samaritan Hospital Master Plan. The agenda also includes several consent agenda items involving construction, utility, and service contracts.

• Public hearing on Good Samaritan Hospital Master Plan development agreement
• Clarks Creek Pump Station Replacement project completion
• Sound Transit Access Improvement project change order with RW Scott Construction Co.
• SR 167 Stage 2A utility relocation agreement with Guy F. Atkinson Construction, LLC.
• 9th Avenue SW, 5th Street to Meridian Boulevard Improvements contract with Psomas, Inc.

The Council approved a development agreement for the Good Samaritan Hospital Master Plan expansion. They also passed ordinances regarding the Commute Trip Reduction Plan and solid waste billing, and finalized committee appointments for 2026-2027.

• Approved January 2, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved December 9, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved Good Samaritan Hospital Master Plan development agreement (7-0)
• Approved Commute Trip Reduction Plan Four-Year Plan: 2025-2029 ordinance (7-0)
• Approved solid waste service billing ordinance (7-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 City Council Committee Appointments (7-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Adler to Pierce Transit Board (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Puyallup Civil Service Commission will meet in person at City Hall to approve minutes from December 15, 2025, and consider lists for new corrections officers. Written comments are accepted via email until 8:00 a.m. and public comments will not be accepted via Zoom.

• Approval of Blended Lateral Entry Corrections Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of Blended Advanced Entry Corrections Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of December 15, 2025 Minutes
• Meeting held at 333 S. Meridian, City Hall
• Written comments accepted via email until 8:00 a.m.

The Civil Service Commission approved the meeting agenda and the December 15, 2025 minutes, each by a 4-0 vote. The commission also approved a blended lateral entry corrections officer eligibility list and a blended advanced entry corrections officer eligibility list, both by 4-0 votes.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved blended lateral entry corrections officer eligibility list (4-0)
• Approved blended advanced entry corrections officer eligibility list (4-0)

Design Review & Historic Preservation Board

The Design Review & Historic Preservation Board will hold a worksession to review a pre-application for the 'Bell Place' multi-family development. The meeting also includes approval of the December 15, 2025 draft minutes and other procedural items.

• Worksession on 'Bell Place' multi-family development pre-application
• Approval of December 15, 2025 draft minutes

The Design Review & Historic Preservation Board met on January 15, 2026. Board members present were Chair Kris Stamon, Vice‑Chair Paige Rooney, and Ajay Garg; absent were Matthew Pitts, Abdul Khan, Shelly Schlumpf, and Diana Wolfe. Staff present were Administrative Assistant Erin Priddy, Senior Planner Chris Beale, and Planning Manager Katie Baker. The meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m. with no substantive decisions made.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Zoning Map (Phase 1) and related code text amendments. A worksession will discuss code amendments for middle housing. The commission will also consider approval of the December 10, 2025 meeting minutes and hear citizen comments.

• Public hearing on Zoning Map (Phase 1) and Code Text Amendments
• Worksession on Code Amendments – Middle Housing Update
• Approval of December 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission elected Tracy Taylor as Vice‑Chair (5‑0) and approved the agenda and December 10, 2025 minutes. It voted to postpone UCX zoning amendments for the discussed parcels until Phase 2 (6‑0) and approved Phase 1 of the Zoning Map (6‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda with addition of Vice‑Chair election (5‑0)
• Approved December 10, 2025 minutes (4‑1)
• Elected Tracy Taylor as Vice‑Chair (5‑0)
• Postponed UCX zoning amendments for specific parcels to Phase 2 (6‑0)
• Approved Phase 1 of the Zoning Map (6‑0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will review staff reports regarding the PROS Plan update, Art in the Park, and recreation programs. Staff will also report on flood impacts.

• PROS Plan Update
• Art in the Park
• Recreation Report
• Flood impacts

City Council Regular Meeting

The Puyallup City Council will consider accepting stormwater and road safety grants, a donation for library upgrades, and a contract for a tourism campaign. The body will also hold first readings for a commute trip reduction plan and a solid waste billing ordinance.

• Accept 2025-2027 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grant
• Accept donation for Library computer station upgrades
• Accept grant for Road Safety Action Plan
• Authorize contract with Rotator Creative for tourism campaign
• First reading of Commute Trip Reduction Plan ordinance

Library Advisory Board Meeting

The Library Advisory Board will approve the meeting agenda and the November 17, 2025 minutes. The board will hear the Library Director's December 2025 report, the Friends of the Library report, and the Library Foundation report. Citizen comments and board member comments will also be heard. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2026.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of November 17, 2025 minutes
• Library Director's Report (December 2025)
• Friends of the Library Report
• Library Foundation Report