Liberty Lake public meetings in 2021
23 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to adopt the 2022 Budget and the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan. The body will also consider budget amendments for golf operations and tourism promotion, and approve several donations to city departments.
- Approval of vouchers and payroll/benefits totaling $549,322.24
- Acceptance of $50,000 donation from Rudeen Development to the Police Department Capital Fund
- Acceptance of $1,000 donation from STCU to the Library
- Resolution No. 21-293 for River District Town Center Final Plat and Resolution No. 21-294 for Rocky Hill North 6th Addition Final Plat
- Ordinance No. 284 (2022 Budget) and Ordinance No. 283 (2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop and discussion regarding the proposed 2022 budget. The meeting includes a public hearing on the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan and first readings of ordinances to adopt both the budget and the facilities plan.
- Ordinance No. 284: Adopting the 2022 Budget
- Ordinance No. 283: Adopting the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan
- Parametrix Task Order 2021-07 for Trailhead project topographic survey: not to exceed $28,870
- Parametrix Task Order 2021-06: not to exceed $5,000
- Approval of vouchers in the amount of $121,384.82
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss the proposed 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan and unfunded projects. The body will also consider Ordinance No. 282 regarding the Regular Property Tax Levy.
- Proposed 2022 capital investments totaling $16,055,860
- Trailhead Clubhouse, Driving Range & Parking: $8,000,000
- Kramer Parkway Overpass & Roadway Extension: $2,300,000
- Public Works Building & Final Site Improvements: $1,080,000
- Ordinance No. 282 – Regular Property Tax Levy
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2022 proposed budget and a social media policy for the code of ethics. The body will also consider several ordinances and the approval of final plats for two additions.
- Public hearing on the 2022 Proposed Budget
- Payment of vouchers and payroll/benefits totaling $921,279.91
- Parametrix Task Order 2021-05 for Phase 2 RFB Pedestrian Improvements not to exceed $32,000
- Resolution No. 21-291 (River Crossing 2020 Addition) and No. 21-292 (Legacy Ridge West 2nd Addition) final plats
- Ordinance No. 282 regarding Regular Property Tax Levy
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop on the proposed 2022 budget and a public hearing on 2022 revenue sources. The body is also considering several contracts, a property tax levy, and updates to council rules and procedures.
- Contract with Midland Electric for $807,000 (including $73,237 for inspection and contingency)
- Vouchers in the amount of $131,727.27
- Public hearing on 2022 Revenue Sources
- Ordinance No. 282 regarding Regular Property Tax Levy
- Appointment of Connie Psomas to the Parks and Arts Commission
City Council
The City Council is holding a workshop to review a draft of the 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan, including transportation and park projects. The regular session includes a presentation on the Mayor's 2022 Budget and several equipment purchase approvals.
- Draft 2022-2027 Capital Facilities Plan including $8.4 million for Trailhead Clubhouse redevelopment
- Approval of vouchers and September payroll totaling $708,885.24
- Purchase of a snow plow from Titan Truck Equipment and an ExMark Staris mower from Horizon Distributors
- Contract authorization for Polytech Northwest for concrete work and tripping hazard repair
- Resolution No. 02-47G to amend the City's Personnel Manual
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on the Capital Facilities Plan, the Trailhead, and Council Rules and Procedures. The regular session includes voting on vouchers and equipment leases.
- Approval of vouchers in the amount of $175,269.56
- Authorization of a 3-year backhoe lease with 3 installments of $14,438.52
- Purchase of liquid de-ice and granular salt
- Resolution No. 21-290 regarding surplus supplies and equipment
- Resolution No. 12-155A regarding City Administrator Job Description amendments
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop discussion. The primary focus of the session is the Code of Ethics and social media.
- Workshop discussion on Code of Ethics/Social Media
- Executive session regarding security per RCW 42.30.110
City Council
The City Council is meeting to decide on development code amendments regarding housing and a 2021 budget amendment. The body will also consider several infrastructure design contracts and the appointment of a new City Clerk.
- Contract with R&R Heating and Air Conditioning for City Hall HVAC upgrades not to exceed $117,000
- Approval of September 21, 2021 vouchers and August payroll totaling $588,209.72
- Ordinance No. 280: Development Code Amendments regarding housing
- Ordinance No. 269E: 2021 Budget Amendment
- Design contracts for Kramer Parkway Partial Reconstruction and Public Works Yard Building
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2022 City Budget and development code amendments related to housing. The meeting includes discussions on American Rescue Plan Act funding for non-profits and utility taxes.
- Public hearings for 2022 City Budget and Housing Development Code Amendments
- Approval of vouchers totaling $263,002.89
- Purchase Agreement for Orchard Park Tennis Court Resurfacing for $37,544.32
- Payment of $10,000 for WinterGlow Spectacular
- Resolution No. 21-287 regarding Legacy Ridge West First Addition Plat
City Council
The City Council is reviewing proposed 2022 priorities including staffing and infrastructure projects. The body is also considering ordinances to establish a Community Engagement Commission and a fiber broadband agreement with Zayo Group.
- Proposed 2022 priorities including a $8.4 million Trailhead and $6 million+ Kramer Pkwy Overpass
- First read Ordinance No. 277 to establish a Community Engagement Commission
- First read Ordinance No. 279 for a franchise agreement with Zayo Group for fiber broadband
- Approval of August 17 vouchers totaling $784,957.42
- Contract amendments with Parametrix for up to $20,000 and $11,795
City Council
The City Council will discuss priorities for the 2022 budget and potential uses for affordable and supportive housing sales tax revenue. Action items include authorizing contracts for the Kramer Parkway Bridge, Trailhead Golf Course redevelopment, and a Spokane Symphony event.
- Contract amendment of $63,024.26 to H.W. Lochner Inc. for the Kramer Parkway Bridge
- Agreement with OAC Services, Inc. up to $319,850 for Trailhead Golf Course redevelopment
- Agreement with Greenstone Foundation for $17,500 for Spokane Symphony at Pavillion Park
- Ordinance No. 278 regarding annexation and zoning
- Approval of August 3, 2021 vouchers totaling $205,862.15
City Council
The City Council will discuss 2022 priorities, housing legislation, and public safety updates. The body is deciding on a budget amendment and an annexation ordinance.
- Approval of vouchers in the amount of $789,770.73
- Ordinance No. 269D to amend the City’s 2021 Budget
- Ordinance No. 278 regarding Annexation with Comp Plan Land Use Designation & Zoning
- Authorization for City Administrator to sign updated Granicus Software Agreement
- Discussion on adopted state housing legislation (HB 1220)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to interview applicants and appoint a member to fill the vacant Seat 7 position. The meeting includes an executive session and the administration of the oath of office for the new appointee.
- Interviews for vacant City Council Seat 7
- Appointment of City Council member for Position 7
- Oath of office for newly appointed councilmember
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the CVSD Annexation Request and discuss priorities for American Rescue Plan funding. The body is also considering the establishment of a Community Engagement Commission and updates to the city's solid waste management plan.
- Public hearing on CVSD Annexation Request
- Vouchers for approval in the amount of $187,653.99
- Contract for sidewalk improvements on northside of Mission Ave from Aladdin to Caufield for $25,213
- Amendment for Public Works Yard Site Improvement Project with Parametrix for $12,300
- Tree removal expenditure at Valleyway for $7,568.55
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to update the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan. The body is also reviewing budget amendments and a comprehensive solid waste management plan.
- Public hearing and Resolution No. 21-286 regarding the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan
- Authorization of $462,249 for public works yard frontage improvements
- Approval of $709,176.62 in vouchers
- Artist agreement with Matthew Dockrey for the Liberty Lake Together sculpture project for $9,500
- First read of Ordinance No. 269D to amend the 2021 Budget
City Council
The City Council will discuss 2022 budget priorities and American Rescue Plan funding. The body will also consider a public hearing regarding an annexation request from the Central Valley School District.
- Public hearing: Central Valley School District’s Annexation Request
- Second read: Ordinance No. 276 regarding Sign Code Amendments
- Vouchers for approval in the amount of $264,391.31
- Donation of $5,000 from Greenstone Foundation for Rotary Snack Shack at Rocky Hill Park
- Donation of $1,100 from Dennis & Suzanne Ruth Scott for an arboretum park bench
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss rules of procedure and vote on several action items. These include a purchase of body cameras, a development agreement for a traffic signal, and a lighting contract.
- Purchase of five Axon Enterprises, Inc. body worn cameras for $12,898
- Development Agreement with Liberty Lake Land Company for 4th leg of Legacy Ridge Traffic Signal
- Lighting contract with Avista for Mission Villa neighborhood
- Ordinance No. 276: Sign code amendments
- Ordinance No. 269C: 2021 budget amendment
City Council
The City Council is holding a remote special meeting focused on the Trailhead Retreat. The agenda includes discussing capital project goals such as scope, budget, and scheduling.
- Discussion of Capital Project Decision Tree including scope, budget, and schedule
- Input and suggestions from Chris Johnston
City Council
The City Council will discuss proposed changes to the sign code regarding blade, awning, canopy, and marquee signs. The meeting also includes action items for road repairs, pedestrian crossing installations, and a transportation improvement program.
- Sign code amendment for blade, awning, canopy, and marquee signs
- $62,805 for three RFB Pedestrian Crossings via Bacon Concrete, Inc.
- $81,430.22 contract with ACI Northwest for Kramer Parkway repairs
- 2022 – 2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) discussion
- Resolution No. 21-285 regarding CVSD Annexation hearing dates
City Council
The City Council conducted a workshop led by attorney Tom Brubaker regarding the roles and authorities of the Mayor and Council. The discussion focused on checks and balances, the Open Public Meetings Act, and ethics in government.
- Workshop on Mayor and Council authority and checks and balances
- Discussion on Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act
- Review of ethics in government
- Presentation on the role of the City Attorney
City Council
The City Council is discussing proposed amendments to the landscape ordinance to move toward performance-based guidelines. The body is also deciding on several contracts for engineering and IT services.
- Approval of vouchers in the amount of $728,694.73
- Contract amendment for Parametrix for Legacy Ridge intersection signal engineering, increasing the amount from $51,815 to $61,780
- Contract with Executech for Office 365 email migration and MFA implementation up to $29,397
- Monthly Office 365 quote in the amount of $1,816.45
- Appointments of Chris Cargill and Conrad Band to the Planning Commission
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting held remotely via Zoom. The single action item on the agenda is the approval of a public statement concerning former Mayor Shane Brickner.
- Approve public statement regarding former City of Liberty Lake Mayor Shane Brickner