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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 19:00

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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to discuss city-provided solid waste and approve service agreements

The Granite Falls City Council will consider several action items, including a discussion on city-provided solid waste collection services, an amendment to the Waste Management service agreement, a master service agreement with Fire Protection, Inc. for the Community Center, and an interlocal agreement with Issaquah for jail services. The council will also have a preliminary discussion on the 2027 fee resolution. Consent agenda items include approval of claims checks and payroll totaling $300,193.57.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA September 16, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center The City encourages in-person attendance at meetings. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk at [email protected] no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide a comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.a. AB 137-2026 Approval of September 16, 2026, Claims Checks #416553 through 416586 and One EFT totaling $129,558.07 4.b. AB 138-2026 Approval of August 16, 2026, through August 31, 2026, Payroll Claims Checks #416515 through 416517 and Twenty-Seven EFT's totaling $170,635.50 5. STAFF REPORTS 5.a. Planning 5.b. City Manager 5.c. Public Works 5.d. City Clerk 5.e. Capitol Path Consulting August 2026 5.f. Consultant Police Chief 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS-NON-ACTION ITEMS (The public is encouraged to submit written comments prior to the meeting by emailing them directly to the city clerk at: [email protected]; and should be submitted no later than 3PM. Public comment speakers can sign up prior to the meeting or wait for the public comment section of the meeting to be open by the presiding officer. In …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear park impact fee repeal/replacement

The Granite Falls Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed repeal and replacement of Title 21.06, which sets park and recreation impact fees. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 14, 2026 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA September 8, 2026 6:30 PM Civic Center The City encourages in-person attendance at meetings. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk at [email protected] no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide a comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.A. Approval of July 14, 2026 Minutes 5. NEW BUSINESS 5.A. Public Hearing - 6:30 p.m., or soon thereafter, To hear proposed repeal and replacement of Title 21.06 Park and Recreation Impact Fees 6. CURRENT BUSINESS 7. CORRESPONDENCE 8. ADJOURNMENT The City of Granite Falls strives to provide access and services to all members of the public. Notice of Accommodations and Equal Opportunity Statement Specialized accommodations are available upon request with at least five (5) days' advance notice. To request accommodation, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (360) 691-6441. This organization is an Equal Opportunity Provider.
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to approve $609K claims, hear LID and prevention updates

The Granite Falls City Council is meeting in person with virtual listening access. The main actions are approving the consent agenda, which includes over $700,000 in claims and payroll, and hearing staff reports and updates on the Indiana/Kentucky Avenue LID project and the Granite Falls Prevention Coalition.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA September 2, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center The Granite City Council will hold its meeting in person. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk by email: [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like to have read into the record, and/or distributed to the City Council no later than 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.a. AB 130-2026 Approval of August 5, 2026 Minutes 4.b. AB 131-2026 Approval of Work Session Minutes of August 12, 2026. 4.c. AB 132-2026 Approval of August 19, 2026 Minutes 4.d. AB 133-2026 Approval of September 2, 2026 Claims Checks #416518 through 416552 totaling $609,001.51 4.e. AB 134-2026 Approval of August 1, 2026, through August 15, 2026, Payroll Claims Consisting of Twenty-Two EFT's totaling $98,648.77 5. STAFF REPORTS 5.a. City Clerk 5.b. Capitol Path Consulting Performance Summary June–July 2026 5.c. Planning 5.d. Public Works 5.e. Passports Dashboard 5.f. State of the City - 2026 Chamber of Commerce Presentation 5.g. City Manager Staff Report 5.h. Purchasing and Claims Report - January 1 through August 26, 2026 - Resolution …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to consider ALPR camera program and code amendments

The Granite Falls City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 2.08 of the Granite Falls Municipal Code, potentially adopting Ordinance No. 1082-2026. The council will also consider an automated license plate recognition (ALPR) camera program overview, an interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for surface water management billing, and an amendment to an existing interlocal agreement for building and fire plan review services. Consent agenda items include approval of claims checks and payroll claims.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Ordinance 1082-2026 amending council procedures

The Granite Falls City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1082-2026, amending Chapter 2.08 of the Granite Falls Municipal Code, with the regular meeting and work session start time set at 7:00 p.m. The council also approved an interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for surface water management billing services (2027-2036), an amendment to the building/fire plan review interlocal agreement (extending through 2028), and Resolution No. 2026-11 adopting the Hazard Mitigation Plan Annex. The consent agenda, including claims and payroll checks, was approved.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 19, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center The Granite City Council will hold its meeting in person. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk by email: [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like to have read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.a. AB 124-2026 Approval of August 6, 2026, Claims Checks #416480 through 416513 and One EFT totaling $138,783.15 4.b. AB 125-2026 Approval of July 16, 2026, through July 31, 2026, Payroll Claims Checks #416425 through 416427 and Twenty-seven EFT's totaling $167,620.41 5. STAFF REPORTS 5.a. Planning 5.b. Public Works 5.c. City Manager Staff Report 5.d. City Clerk 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS-NON-ACTION ITEMS (The public is encouraged to submit written comments prior to the meeting by emailing them directly to the city clerk at: [email protected]; and should be submitted no later than 5PM. Public comment speakers can sign up prior to the meeting, or wait for the public comment section of the meeting to be open by the presiding officer. Individual comments shall be limited to three minutes. Group …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES August 19, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center City Council Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs Council Member Steven Glenn Council Member Tom FitzGerald Council Member Bruce Straughn City Staff City Clerk Darla Wilkins City Manager Jeff Balentine Planning Director Amy Hess Consultants Consultant Police Chief Tom Dalton Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Matthew Hartman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Matthew Hartman led the Council, Staff and Audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Darla Wilkins called ou the Council Member's names and took note of the meeting attendance. 4. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: Motion to approve the Consent Agenda. MOVER: Council Member Steven Glenn SECONDER: Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs AYES: Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman, Council Member Tom FitzGerald, Council Member Steven Glenn, Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs, Council Member Bruce Straughn NAYS: None RESULT: Passed 4.a. AB 124-2026 Approval of August 6, 2026, Claims Checks #416480 through 416513 and One EFT totaling $138,783.15 4.b. AB 125-2026 Approval of July 16, 2026, through July 31, 2026, Payroll Claims Checks #416425 through 416427 and Twenty-seven EFT's totaling $167,620.41 5. STAFF REPORTS …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to review draft amendments to City Council chapter

The Granite Falls City Council is meeting to discuss a presentation on Council Interference under RCW and to review draft amendments to GFMC Chapter 2.08 (City Council), seeking direction on the changes. The agenda includes only these discussion items and standard procedural matters, with no votes or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews draft code amendments, no vote taken

The City Council heard a presentation on council roles and responsibilities and discussed draft amendments to Chapter 2.08 of the Granite Falls Municipal Code. No formal decisions were made; the council gave direction on policy choices and confirmed advancing the draft to a public hearing on August 19, 2026, with a possible ordinance adoption to follow.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 12, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center The Granite City Council will hold its meeting in person. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk by email: [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like to have read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.a. Council Interference RCW Presentation Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner 4.b. Discussion - GFMC Chapter 2.08 (City Council) review of draft amendments and Council direction 5. CURRENT BUSINESS 6. ADJOURNMENT The City of Granite Falls strives to provide access and services to all members of the public.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES August 12, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center City Council Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs Council Member Steven Glenn Council Member Tom FitzGerald Council Member Bruce Straughn City Staff City Clerk Darla Wilkins City Manager Jeff Balentine Consultants Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro Tem David Griggs called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Pro Tem David Griggs led the Council, Staff and Audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Darla Wilkins verbally called out the Council Member's names and took note of the meeting attendance. 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.a. Council Interference RCW Presentation Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner gave a presentation on City Council Roles and Responsibilities. 4.b. Discussion - GFMC Chapter 2.08 (City Council) review of draft amendments and Council direction City Manager Jeff Balentine reviewed the proposed changes to Section 2.08 of the Granite Falls Municipal Code and asked for clarification on the following items prior to the scheduled public hearing on August 19, 2026. • Review the redline draft of Chapter 2.08 GFMC prepared by staff and the city attorney in response to Council direction given on July 1, 2026; • Resolve, or give direction on, the four policy ch …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to consider Legion Park design contract and road services agreement

The Granite Falls City Council will consider several contracts and agreements, including a professional services proposal for Legion Park development, a services agreement with Idemia for enrollment services, and an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for road services. The council will also review the H1 2026 financial report and strategic plan, and consider a letter of support for a public safety sales tax amendment. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, claims checks totaling $941,923.10, and payroll claims of $102,653.83.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Legion Park design services, adds police station lot to scope

The Granite Falls City Council approved a professional services agreement with RWD for Legion Park architectural and engineering work, and voted to include the vacant property north of the police station in the scope of work. The council also authorized agreements for passport enrollment services, a road services interlocal amendment, and a lease with the Boys & Girls Club for a parking lot and play area. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA August 5, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center The Granite City Council will hold its meeting in person. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk by email: [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like to have read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.a. AB 115-2026 Approval of July 15, 2026 Minutes 4.b. AB 116-2026 Approval of August 5, 2026 Claims Checks #415428 through 416478 totaling $941,923.10 4.c. AB 117-2026 Approval of July 1, 2026, through July 15, 2026, Payroll Claims Checks Consisting of Twenty-Two EFT's totaling $102,653.83 5. STAFF REPORTS 5.a. Passports 5.b. City Manager through July 27, 2026 5.c. Jan 1 - Jul 15 2026 Purchasing / Claims Report (per Resolution 2026-03) 5.d. City Clerk 5.e. Consultant Police Chief 5.f. Public Works 5.g. Planning 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS-NON-ACTION ITEMS (The public is encouraged to submit written comments prior to the meeting by emailing them directly to the city clerk at: [email protected]; and should be submitted no later than 5PM. Public comment speakers can sign up prior to …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES August 5, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center City Council Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs Council Member Steven Glenn Council Member Tom FitzGerald Council Member Bruce Straughn City Staff City Clerk Darla Wilkins City Manager Jeff Balentine Deputy City Manager Brent Kirk Public Works Director Charles White Consultants Consultant Police Chief Tom Dalton Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Matthew Hartman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Matthew Hartman led the Council, Staff and Audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Darla Wilkins verbally called out the Council Member's names and took note of the meeting attendance. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Fred Cruger & Mohannah Goravanchi unveiled the new City of Granite Falls sign located in the Civic Center that they worked on together. MOTION: Motion to approve Consent Agenda. MOVER: Council Member Steven Glenn SECONDER: Council Member Bruce Straughn AYES: Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman, Council Member Tom FitzGerald, Council Member Steven Glenn, Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs, Council Member Bruce Straughn NAYS: None RESULT: Passed 4.a. AB 115-2026 Approval of July 15, 2026 Minutes 4.b. AB 116-2026 Approval of August 5, 2026 Claims Checks #415428 through …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on 0.1% sales tax for transportation

The Granite Falls City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting ordinances amending municipal codes (Titles 19 and 21), a Transportation Benefit District ordinance, and a new 0.1% sales tax for transportation. They will also consider an interlocal agreement with Snohomish County for urban tree canopy mapping. The agenda includes routine consent items and staff reports.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 0.1% sales tax for transportation improvements

The council adopted ordinances updating zoning and impact fee codes, and imposed a 0.1% transportation sales tax while keeping the $20 vehicle fee. It also approved an interlocal agreement for tree canopy mapping and authorized a grant application for Legion Park. The city manager's salary was increased to $18,500 per month.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 15, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center The Granite City Council will hold its meeting in person. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk by email: [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like to have read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.a. AB 107-2026 Approval of July 1, 2026 Minutes 4.b. AB 108-2026 Approval of July 8, 2026 Minutes 4.c. AB 109-2026 Approval of July 2, 2026 through July 15, 2026 Claims Checks #416396 through 415424 and One EFT totaling $371,990.76 4.d. AB 110-2026 Approval of June 16, 2026 through June 30, 2026 Payroll Claims Checks #416391 through 416393 and Thirty EFT's totaling $187,536.34 5. STAFF REPORTS 5.a. Public Works 5.b. Planning 5.c. City Clerk Report 5.d. City Manager Report 5.e. Passports 5.f. June 2026 Financial Update 5.g. Consultant Police Chief Report 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS-NON-ACTION ITEMS (The public is encouraged to submit written comments prior to the meeting by emailing them directly to the city clerk at: [email protected]; and should be submitted no later than 5PM …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES July 15, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center City Council Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs Council Member Steven Glenn Council Member Tom FitzGerald Council Member Bruce Straughn City Staff City Clerk Darla Wilkins City Manager Jeff Balentine Deputy City Manager Brent Kirk Public Works Director Charles White Community Development Director Amy Hess Deputy City Clerk Carole Williams Consultants Consultant Police Chief Tom Dalton Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Matthew Hartman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Matthew Hartman led the Council, Staff and Audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Darla Wilkins verbally called out the Council Member's names and took note of the meeting attendance. City Manager Jeff Balentine asked to add an item to tonight's agenda - Resolution 2026-10 as New Business Item 7f. - Authorizing Application for the Execution of a Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) Local Parks Category Grant with the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office for the Legion Park Outdoor Plaza and Veterans Memorial Development Project, and Designating the City Manger as Authorized Representative/Agent. Mayor Matthew Hartman recognized the request and added the item to the agenda as Item 7f. 4. CONSENT AGENDA …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss residential development standards

The Granite Falls Planning Commission is meeting in person on July 14, 2026. The main item is a discussion of Planned Residential Development Standards, with no formal decisions listed. The agenda also includes approval of the June 9, 2026 meeting minutes and routine procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission discusses PRD standards, no vote taken

The Granite Falls Planning Commission held a discussion-only meeting on proposed Planned Residential Development (PRD) standards, covering items like density, open space, and incentives. No formal decisions were made; the item is expected to be discussed further at a joint City Council/Planning Commission meeting in the fall. The commission approved the June 9, 2026 meeting minutes.

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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA July 14, 2026 6:30 PM Civic Center The Granite Falls Planning Commission will hold its meeting in person. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk by email: [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like to have read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.A. Approval of June 9, 2026 Minutes 5. NEW BUSINESS 5.A. Discussion - Planned Residential Development Standards 6. CURRENT BUSINESS 7. CORRESPONDENCE 8. ADJOURNMENT The City of Granite Falls strives to provide access and services to all members of the public.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES July 14, 2026 6:30 PM Civic Center Planning Commission Chair/Commissioner Frederick Cruger Commissioner Jude Anderson Commissioner Scott Morrison Commissioner Laura Houk Commissioner Stacie Marable Members Absent City Staff City Clerk Darla Wilkins Planning Director Amy Hess Consultants 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair/Commissioner Frederick Cruger called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. FLAG SALUTE Chair/Commissioner Frederick Cruger led the Planning Commission, Staff and Audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL Chair/Commissioner Frederick Cruger verbally called out each of the Planning Commissioner's names. City Clerk Darla Wilkins took note of the meeting attendance. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.A. Approval of June 9, 2026 Minutes MOTION: Motion to approve the minutes. MOVER: Planning Commissioner Laura Houk SECONDER: Planning Commissioner Scott Morrison AYES: Chair/Planning Commissioner Frederick Cruger, Planning Commissioner Jude Anderson, Planning Commissioner Scott Morrison, Planning Commissioner Laura Houk, Planning Commissioner Stacie Marable NAYS: None RESULT: Passed 5. NEW BUSINESS 5.A. Discussion - Planned Residential Development Standards Community Development Director Amy Hess led the follow-up discussion on the proposed PRD Standards, which included the following items: Recommended Dev …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to discuss Title 19/21 updates and planned residential development standards

The Granite Falls City Council is meeting to discuss updates to Title 19 and 21 and planned residential development standards. The agenda also includes a mid-year grant and legislative update. No final decisions are listed; these items are for discussion only.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 8, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.a. Mid Year Grant/Legislative Update (Post Session Recap) 4.b. Discussion - Title 19 and 21 Updates 4.c. Discussion - Planned Residential Development Standards 5. CURRENT BUSINESS 6. ADJOURNMENT The City of Granite Falls strives to provide access and services to all members of the public.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES July 8, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center City Council Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs Council Member Steven Glenn Council Member Tom FitzGerald Council Member Bruce Straughn City Staff City Clerk Darla Wilkins City Manager Jeff Balentine Deputy City Manager Brent Kirk Community Development Director Amy Hess Consultants John Coulton, Principal, Capitol Path Consultants Kyla Shkerich Blair, Principal, Capitol Path Consultants Sharon Carvo, Grants Director, Capitol Path Consultants Daniel Pailthorp, Senior Associate, Capitol Path Consultants 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Matthew Hartman called the City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Matthew Hartman led the City Council, Staff and Audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Darla Wilkins verbally called out each of the council members' names and took note of the meeting attendance. MOTION: Motion to excuse Council Member David Griggs from tonight's meeting. MOVER: City Council Member Steven Glenn SECONDER: City Council Member Tom FitzGerald AYES: Mayor/City Council Member Matthew Hartman, City Council Member Tom FitzGerald, City Council Member Steven Glenn, City Council Member Bruce Straughn NAYS: None RESULT: Passed 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.a. Mid Year Grant/Legislative Update (Post Session Recap) John Coul …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to consider jail services agreement and council code changes

The Granite Falls City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, hear staff reports, and take up two new business items: a proposed interlocal agreement with Yakima County for jail services and a discussion of potential amendments to the city's council chapter (GFMC 2.08). Public comment is limited to three minutes per individual and five minutes per group.

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✓ Decided: Council approves jail services agreement with Yakima County

The Granite Falls City Council approved the 2026 Interlocal Agreement for Inmate Housing with Yakima County Department of Corrections, authorizing the City Manager to execute it. The council also passed the consent agenda, which included approval of prior meeting minutes, claims checks totaling $504,579.49, and payroll EFTs totaling $99,440.15. A discussion on potential amendments to City Council code (Chapter 2.08) was held, with no formal action taken.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA July 1, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center The Granite Falls City Council will hold its meeting in person. A Zoom link may be requested by contacting the City Clerk at [email protected], no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Virtual access is provided for listening purposes only. Public comment will not be accepted via Zoom. City residents who wish to provide a comment may email the City Clerk with their name, address, and the message they would like read into the record. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. FLAG SALUTE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CONSENT AGENDA 4.a. AB 102-2026 Approval of June 17, 2026 Minutes 4.b. AB 103-2026 Approval of June 18, 2026 through July 1, 2026 Claims Checks #416353 through 416390 totaling $504,579.49 4.c. AB 104-2026 Approval of June 1, 2026 through June 15, 2026 Payroll Claims Checks consisting of Twenty-Two EFT's totaling $99,440.15 5. STAFF REPORTS 5.a. Planning Staff Report 5.b. City Manager Staff Report 5.c. DOA Claims Staff Report 5.d. Public Works 5.e. City Clerk Staff Report 5.f. Consultant Police Chief Report 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS/RECOGNITION OF VISITORS-NON-ACTION ITEMS (The public is encouraged to submit written comments prior to the meeting by emailing them directly to the city clerk at: [email protected]; and should be submitted no later than 5PM. Public comment speakers can sign up prior to the meeting, or wait for the pub …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES July 1, 2026 7:00 PM Civic Center City Council Mayor/Council Member Matthew Hartman Mayor Pro Tem/Council Member David Griggs Council Member Steven Glenn Council Member Tom FitzGerald Council Member Bruce Straughn City Staff City Clerk Darla Wilkins City Manager Jeff Balentine Deputy City Clerk Carole Williams Consultants Consultant City Attorney Emily Guildner 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Matthew Hartman called the City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Matthew Hartman led the Council, Staff and Audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL City Clerk Darla Wilkins verbally called out the Council members' names and took note of the meeting attendance. 4. CONSENT AGENDA MOTION: Motion to approve Consent Agenda. MOVER: City Council Member Steven Glenn SECONDER: City Council Member Bruce Straughn AYES: Mayor/City Council Member Matthew Hartman, City Council Member Tom FitzGerald, City Council Member Steven Glenn, Mayor Pro Tem/City Council Member David Griggs, City Council Member Bruce Straughn NAYS: None RESULT: Passed 4.a. AB 102-2026 Approval of June 17, 2026 Minutes 4.b. AB 103-2026 Approval of June 18, 2026 through July 1, 2026 Claims Checks #416353 through 416390 totaling $504,579.49 4.c. AB 104-2026 Approval of June 1, 2026 through June 15, 2026 Payroll Claims Checks consisting o …
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