La Center public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider updating the building height definition in the municipal code to align with the International Building Code, and will also discuss SEPA code updates. The meeting is virtual, with public comments accepted via email by 4:00 PM on December 16, 2021.

• Public hearing on Building Height Code Update (LCMC 18.40.010)
• Discussion of SEPA Code Updates (draft redlined 18.310)
• Approval of November 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Community Development Staff Report

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes a contract with Tupper Mack Wells PLLC for legal services related to a proposed outdoor landscaping materials supply business on NW Paradise Park Road, as well as approving checks and meeting minutes. The agenda also includes reports from the mayor, attorney, finance, and police departments, and a plaque presentation for Councilmember Williams. No public hearings or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

• Contract with Tupper Mack Wells PLLC for legal services on Tapani Inc. application for outdoor landscaping materials supply business on Parcel 211226000, NW Paradise Park Road
• Checks payable totaling $49,340.43 on 12/2/2021 and $246,135.48 on 12/6/2021
• Stormwater maintenance fee increase to $10.60 per month starting February 2022 (2.0% increase)
• November sales tax disbursement of $79,422, up from $71,202 in 2020
• Plaque presentation for Councilmember Williams

Regular City Council & Work Session

The La Center City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a presentation on planning fees. The main action is approving Amendment 8 to the WSP USA contract, adding $225,000 for planning desk support, planning commission support, and land use application review. The council will also swear in two councilmembers and handle routine consent items like checks and minutes.

• Amendment 8 to WSP contract: $225,000, total contract value $750,481.81
• Oath of office for Councilmember Fox and Councilmember Kasberg
• Planning fee update presentation by Marty Snell
• Checks payable totaling $37,804.45 (Nov 17) and $20,000+ (Nov 23)
• Public comment via email due by 4 PM

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022 budget and consider adopting Ordinance 2021-14. The council will also consider approving a consent agenda that includes an interlocal agreement with Battle Ground for municipal court services, a list of checks payable, and meeting minutes. Presentations and proclamations are scheduled, along with public comment and executive sessions on potential litigation and real estate acquisition.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2022 budget (Ordinance 2021-14)
• Interlocal agreement with Battle Ground for court services, annual fee $127,735
• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling $72,744.50
• Plaques for Councilmember Keeler and Councilmember Hill
• Executive sessions on potential litigation and real estate acquisition

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing proposed changes to the Development Agreement code, including new submittal requirements. Discussion also includes building height definitions and potential SEPA code updates.

• Development Agreement Code Update (LCMC 18.60)
• Building Height standards (LCMC 18.40)
• SEPA Code updates
• Deletion of Wellhead Protection section (18.310)

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a continued presentation from the Clark County Sheriff's Office. The council will consider consent agenda items, including professional services contracts with EXIGY LLC for community/economic development (up to $160,000) and Lloyd Halverson for council retreat assistance (up to $7,500), as well as a public hearing on the 2022 property levy.

• EXIGY LLC professional services contract, $150/hour, not to exceed $160,000
• Lloyd Halverson consulting contract, $125/hour, not to exceed $7,500
• Public hearing on 2022 property levy (Ord 2021-13)
• Checks payable totaling $5,924.17
• Approval of October 27, 2021 meeting minutes

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a presentation from the Clark County Sheriff's Office. The consent agenda includes contracts for animal shelter services, municipal court judicial services, and accounting services, along with approval of checks and prior meeting minutes. The council will also consider a proclamation and receive staff reports on finances, police, and other departments.

• Animal shelter services contract with Humane Society for Southwest Washington: $6,375 for 2022 and $6,375 for 2023, paid quarterly
• Municipal court judicial services contract
• Accounting services contract with Teresa D. Johnson CPA, Inc.
• Approval of checks and October 2021 meeting minutes
• Clark County Sheriff's Office presentation during work session

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation on capital projects, followed by the regular meeting. The regular agenda includes a proclamation declaring October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a consent agenda with accounts payable totaling over $72,000, and reports from city staff. The meeting will be conducted virtually, with public comments submitted in writing and read aloud by staff.

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially act on two code updates: revisions to the development agreement code (LCMC 18.60) and updates to building height and SEPA regulations. The commission will also consider approving minutes from prior meetings and receive a community development report. Public comments must be emailed by 4:00 PM on the meeting date.

• Development Agreement Code Update (LCMC 18.60) - revised draft with new limitations on modifications, including building height and density restrictions
• Building Height and SEPA Code Updates - staff report and attachments (LCMC Chapter 18.40, WAC 197-11-800, WAC 197-11-908)
• Approval of August 10 and September 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period - comments must be emailed by 4:00 PM on October 12, 2021
• Community Development Report for October 2021

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will hold a work session to review the preliminary 2022 budget, which projects $4.99 million in adjusted general fund revenue, then convene a regular meeting to handle consent agenda items, proclamations, and public comment. The budget includes increased gambling tax revenue, new revenue from leasing city hall buildings, and spending on police body cameras and hiring.

• Preliminary 2022 budget: $4.99M general fund revenue, $3.12M total taxes
• New revenue: leasing current and new City Hall buildings (amount pending)
• Police: $17,500 for body cameras, $21,760 per new officer hiring costs
• Consent agenda: Interim Admin Police Chief contract extension
• Proclamations: Disability Awareness Month, Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month

City Council Retreat

The La Center City Council is holding a retreat to discuss its 2022 legislative agenda. The meeting is virtual due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening, with public attendance via GoTo Meeting. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda includes only the legislative agenda discussion and adjournment.

• Discussion of 2022 legislative agenda
• Virtual meeting due to Safe Start compliance
• Public attendance via GoTo Meeting or phone

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to consider a revised development agreement code (LCMC 18.60) that would allow developers to deviate from development standards in exchange for public benefits. The commission will also discuss priorities for the next code update, including building height, parking, and manufactured housing regulations.

• Public hearing on Development Agreement Code Update (LCMC 18.60)
• Discussion of next code update priorities: building height, parking, master land use table, manufactured housing, group care homes, archaeological protection, SEPA exemptions
• Proposed changes to development agreement code include allowing deviations for trails, shoreline access, and affordable housing
• Development agreements limited to 10 years with possible 10-year extension
• No budget impact from code revisions

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is holding its regular meeting, with the main substantive item being a presentation from the Clark County Charter Review Commission on proposed amendments for the November 2021 ballot. The council will also consider the consent agenda, which includes approving accounts payable checks totaling over $300,000 and the minutes from the August 25 meeting. The meeting is being held virtually due to the state's phased reopening, with public comment accepted via email.

• Presentation on Clark County Charter Review Commission 2021 amendments, including nonpartisan county offices and a five-district council
• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling $312,856.20 across four check runs
• Proclamation declaring September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
• Police staff report for August 2021
• Public Works staff report for September 2021

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is meeting to review routine items including consent agenda approval, financial reports, and a community development update. The most notable item is a police department request for funding to purchase a radar trailer, which will be discussed during the meeting.

• Police Department request for funding for a radar trailer
• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling $332,977.72 for 8/12/2021 and $36,166.06 for 8/16/2021
• Finance staff report notes July sales tax disbursement of $85,000, up from $42,858 in 2020
• Public records request fees to be reinstated, with fee schedule attached
• Community development report lists active projects including Lockwood Creek Subdivision (74 lots) and Heritage Center Building B

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will consider authorizing a Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) grant application for paving La Center Road, and will interview a candidate for a vacant council seat. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, staff reports, and an executive session to evaluate council applicants.

• Authorize TIB Small City Preservation application for $169,900 to overlay 2,150 feet of La Center Road; $64,000 reconstruction cost used as match
• Interview council applicant Justin Keeler for vacant city council seat
• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling $123,155.88 (Aug 2) and $55,196.56 (Aug 3)
• Police report: 15 crimes reported in July, including 9 thefts and 3 auto thefts
• Public works report: parks open, wastewater plant compliant, 84 single-family building permits since start of year

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on annual updates to the Comprehensive Plan and zoning map, including changes to property designations and a new Junction Plan zoning district. They will also discuss a development agreement code update and receive a community development report. The meeting includes approval of June minutes and other routine items.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan and zoning map updates, including new Junction Plan zoning district
• Development Agreement Code Update discussion
• Community Development Report for July 2021
• Approval of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering checks payable and prior meeting minutes. The main business includes receiving the Q2 2021 financial report, which shows gross revenues of about $5.4M exceeding expenditures of about $3.2M, and approving the 2021 Budget Advisory Committee appointments. The council will also enter an executive session to discuss labor relations.

• Q2 2021 financial report: gross revenues ~$5.4M, expenditures ~$3.2M; $1.2M grant approved for City Hall renovations
• Approve 2021 Budget Advisory Committee members: Mayor Thornton, Councilmembers Williams and Cerveny, citizens Jack Davis, Deanna Sutter, Steve Workman
• Checks payable totaling $278,567.91 for 7/14/2021, $37,112.81 for 7/16-19, and $28,385.42 for 7/21/2021
• Executive session to discuss labor relations
• Public comment via email by 4:00 PM on July 28, 2021

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will meet to consider a resolution regarding an indirect change of control of the Abound Broadband (Wave) franchise, and will discuss options for filling the council vacancy created by Councilmember Doug Boff's resignation, effective July 15, 2021. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, such as a legal services agreement and approval of checks payable.

• Resolution 2021-458 - Indirect Change of Control of Franchise Abound Broadband (Wave)
• Agreement for Legal Services with Law, Lyman, Daniel, Kamerrer & Bogdanovich, P.S. (hourly rates: $245 partner, $200 associate, $60-100 paralegal)
• Checks payable totaling $47,455.76 (June 23) and $365,221.80 (July 2)
• Council vacancy discussion per RCW 42.12.070, with options for appointment timeline
• Public comment via email due by 4:00 PM on July 14, 2021

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including a new city attorney contract, a crime information sharing agreement with the Clark County Sheriff's Office, and approval of checks and minutes. The main public business is two public hearings: one on updating the sign code for electronic reader boards and digital video displays, and another on amending Title 15 to change building permit fees. The meeting will be held virtually due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-11 updating sign code for electronic reader boards and digital video displays
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-10 amending Title 15 building permit fees
• City Attorney contract with E. Bronson Potter at $225/hour from July 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022
• Washington Crime Information Center service agreement with Clark County Sheriff's Office at $5,762 for 2021
• Consent agenda includes checks payable and meeting minutes from June 9, 2021

City Council Retreat

The La Center City Council is holding a retreat to discuss community and economic development strategies. The meeting is virtual due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening, with public attendance via GoTo Meeting. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda is primarily a discussion session.

• Discussion of community and economic development strategies
• Virtual meeting format due to Safe Start compliance
• Public attendance via GoTo Meeting or phone call-in

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance approving the first amendment to the Riverside Estates development agreement and a purchase and sale agreement. The council will also consider a consent agenda including agreements with the State Auditor's Office and La Center Little League, and a wastewater treatment plant SCADA upgrade. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Public hearing on ordinance approving first amendment to Riverside Estates development agreement and purchase and sale agreement
• Consent agenda: Interagency Data Sharing Agreement with State Auditor's Office (July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024)
• Consent agenda: Recreational Facility Use Agreement with La Center Little League (June 1 - December 31, 2021)
• New business: Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA Upgrade to Rockwell
• Mayor's report on firework code section

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed sign code update, which includes allowing electronic reader boards and digital video displays for schools. The commission will also continue its annual Comprehensive Plan update, which was previously discussed and moved forward. The meeting will be held virtually, with public comments accepted via email.

• Public hearing on Sign Code Update, including electronic message centers for schools
• Continued discussion on 2021 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Approval of April and May 2021 meeting minutes
• Community Development Report for May 2021

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will meet to review the completion of the 2021 Stonecreek Drive Reconstruction Project, which exceeded its original budget by $82,046 due to subgrade stabilization. The council will also consider the consent agenda, including checks payable and meeting minutes, and receive staff reports on finance and community development.

• Stonecreek Drive Reconstruction Project completion, total cost $662,046.04, $82,046 over original $580,000 budget
• Checks payable totaling $27,924.10 for May 14, 2021, and $59,151.32 for May 20, 2021
• Finance report: April sales tax disbursement $63,112, up from $32,071 in 2020
• Updated building and permitting fee schedule implemented
• Community development report: multiple subdivisions under construction, including Gordon Crest I and II, Heritage Country Estates, and Highland Terrace

City Council Retreat

The La Center City Council is holding a retreat to discuss legislative matters with the 18th District state delegation, including Senator Ann Rivers and Representatives Brandon Vick and Larry Hoff. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public attendance via GoTo Meeting. The agenda includes a session recap and discussion with the delegation.

• Introduction of state legislative delegation (18th District)
• Session recap with legislators
• Discussion between council and legislators
• Virtual meeting format due to Safe Start compliance

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will consider approving a law enforcement services agreement with Washougal, an update to the Shoreline Master Program, and an interlocal agreement for Clark County source tracing. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for checks payable and meeting minutes, plus reports from staff and the police department.

• Washougal Police Agreement for contract law enforcement services
• Shoreline Master Program Update (Ordinance and Exhibits)
• Interlocal for Clark County Source Tracing and Microbial Identification (Resolution 2021-457)
• Checks payable totaling $62,199.26 for May 10, 2021
• Building Safety Month proclamation

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting and public hearing virtually. The main items are the 2021 Annual Comprehensive Plan Update, a Title 18 Development Agreement Code Update, and a Sign Code Update. The commission will also approve the April 13, 2021 meeting minutes and hear public comments submitted by email.

• 2021 Annual Comprehensive Plan Update — draft 2016 CompPlan V2 review
• Title 18 Development Agreement Code Update — includes jurisdiction examples and DA modification memo
• Sign Code Update — includes school sign attachment, monument sign landscape plans, and sign code research
• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment must be emailed by 4:00 PM on May 11, 2021

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider a Title 18 density code update ordinance, award a bid for the City Hall (TDS) building remodel, and hear reports from the Commission on Aging and staff. The meeting will be held virtually due to Washington's phased reopening, with public comment accepted via email.

• Title 18 Density Code Update Ordinance 2021-04
• Award of the TDS Building Remodel Project bid
• Proclamation for National Police Week (May 9-15, 2021)
• Commission on Aging 2020 annual report presentation
• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling $94,617.70

City Council Retreat

The La Center City Council is holding a retreat to discuss the status of the La Center Police Department (LCPD) and other matters. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public attendance via GoTo Meeting.

• Update on LCPD status by Chief Richardson
• Virtual meeting due to Washington Safe Start phased reopening
• Public attendance via GoTo Meeting or phone

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will meet virtually to address several municipal items including a building fee update and a Comcast franchise agreement. The agenda also includes a report on the Hung Annexation and a collective bargaining agreement for the police union.

• Approval of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of La Center and the La Center Police Union
• Comcast Franchise Agreement discussion
• Building fee update via Ordinance 2021-06
• Hung Annexation staff report
• Transportation Alternative Grant staff report

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing, with the main items being a review of the annual Comprehensive Plan update (including text edits and a new pedestrian policy) and a discussion of Title 18 Development Code agreements with the City Attorney. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19 restrictions, and public comments must be emailed in advance.

• Review of 2021 Annual Comprehensive Plan Update with redlined changes
• Discussion of Title 18 Development Code Agreements Update
• Planning Commission Procedures discussion with City Attorney Bronson Potter
• Election of officers (Secretary, Vice Chairperson, Chairperson)
• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes checks payable totaling $173,502.76 across three batches, and to receive reports from the mayor, community development, and finance staff. The meeting is held virtually due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening, with public comment submitted by email.

• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling $173,502.76 across three batches
• Mayor's report includes presentation of service plaques to Police Sergeant Robert Scott and Police Officer Glenn Pavelko
• Community Development Staff Report covers ongoing projects including Hung Lockwood Annexation, Heritage Center Building B, LCSD Middle School, and various subdivisions
• Finance Staff Report to be presented

City Council Retreat

The La Center City Council is holding a retreat to receive a presentation on the La Center Police Department (LCPD) assessment from Chief Richardson and Jeff Swanson, followed by discussion. The meeting is virtual due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening, with no in-person public attendance.

• Presentation on LCPD assessment by Chief Richardson and Jeff Swanson
• Council discussion on the police department assessment
• Virtual meeting format due to Washington Safe Start compliance

Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the La Center City Council held virtually due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss labor negotiations; the rest is procedural (call to order, pledge, roll call, adjournment).

• Executive session to discuss labor negotiations
• Meeting held virtually via GoTo Meeting; public not allowed in Council Chambers
• Public can attend via GoTo Meeting link or call-in number

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will hold a work session on a proposed building permit fee formula, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a variance code update and a vote on a 2018 building code update. The council will also approve checks payable and meeting minutes.

• Building Permit Fee Formula presentation
• Variance Code Update public hearing
• Title 15 Code Update (2018 Building Code)
• Checks payable totaling $38,560.23 (Feb 19 batch)
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission will meet virtually to discuss unfinished business, including the Title 18 code update priorities list and the election of officers. They will also consider new business on comprehensive plan annual amendments and receive a community development report. Public comment must be emailed by 4:00 PM on March 9, 2021.

• Review of Title 18 code update priorities, including high-priority items like building height and parking requirements
• Election of officers, tabled from the February 9, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan annual amendments
• Community Development staff report for February 2021
• Approval of February 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is meeting to consider a Memorandum of Agreement with Clark Public Utilities for shorelines and critical areas best management practices for utility maintenance. The agenda also includes routine consent items, staff reports, and public comment. The meeting is being held virtually due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening.

• Memorandum of Agreement with Clark Public Utilities for shorelines and critical areas best management practices
• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling $72,041.93 (2/8/2021) and $53,353.79 (2/16/2021)
• Community Development staff report lists active projects including Lockwood Annexation, Heritage Center Building B, and Riverside Estates
• Finance staff report shows January sales tax disbursement of $65,673, up from $37,730 in 2020
• Public comment must be emailed by 4:00 PM on February 10, 2021

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is meeting to consider routine items including approval of checks and minutes, and to discuss a proposal for 100% design of the 4th Street Widening/Brezee Creek Culvert Replacement project, funded by a $1.5 million state grant. The agenda also includes staff reports from police and public works, and an executive session on a labor agreement. No public hearings or ordinances are listed.

• 4th Street Widening/Brezee Creek Culvert Replacement 100% design proposal for concurrence
• Checks payable totaling $26,947.07 and other vouchers for approval
• Police report: armed robbery at Shell Gas Station on NW 319th St. on 01/29/21
• Public works report: road maintenance, tree removal, and wastewater operations
• Executive session on labor agreement interpretation and potential grievance proceedings

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending amendments to the city's Shoreline Master Program (SMP) for approval. The update is required by the state and must be completed by June 2021. The commission will also discuss its own procedures and elect officers.

• Public hearing on Shoreline Master Program amendments, including updates to exempt development values ($7,047) and dock construction values ($22,500/$11,200)
• Proposed changes to non-conforming development provisions, allowing expansion of non-conforming structures
• Update to include current critical areas ordinance in the SMP
• Discussion of Planning Commission procedures and election of officers
• Community Development and Economic Development update report

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council is holding its regular meeting, primarily to confirm Dennis Nuttbrock and Jeremy Smith as planning commissioners. The council will also approve a consent agenda that includes checks payable totaling over $329,000 and the minutes from the January 13 meeting. The meeting is being held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public comment submitted by email.

• Confirm Dennis Nuttbrock and Jeremy Smith as Planning Commissioners
• Approve checks payable totaling $329,801.76 across three batches
• Approve minutes from the January 13, 2021 regular council meeting
• Receive staff reports from Public Works, Clark-Cowlitz Fire & Rescue, and Community Development
• Public comment via email due to virtual meeting format

Regular City Council

The La Center City Council will consider an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) code amendment, confirm a Mayor Pro Tem and a Planning Commissioner, and approve routine consent items including checks payable and meeting minutes. The meeting will be held virtually due to Washington's Safe Start phased reopening, with public comment accepted by email.

• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) code amendment discussion (staff report and packet included)
• Mayor Pro Tem confirmation
• Planning Commissioner confirmation for Shirin Elkoshairi
• Consent agenda includes checks payable totaling over $300,000 across multiple batches
• Public comment via email due to virtual meeting format

Planning Commission

The La Center Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Title 18 Density Code Update and continue discussions on the Shoreline Master Program and the 2021 work program. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public comments accepted via email. The commission will also review the December 2020 minutes and receive a community development report.

• Public hearing on Title 18 Density Code Update
• Discussion on Shoreline Master Program update (state-mandated by June 2021)
• Planning Commission 2021 Work Program review with Mayor attendance
• Approval of December 8, 2020 minutes
• Community Development Report for December 2020