Liberty Lake public meetings in 2024

Community Engagement Commission

The Liberty Lake Community Engagement Commission will discuss the 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey, review public engagement plans for the sign code update, and consider the video project and 2025 work plan. Commissioners will also elect a chair and vice chair for 2025. The meeting includes updates on city hall activities and online engagements.

• 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey – discussion of survey revisions and subcommittee
• Dec. 11 Planning Commission sign code update – public engagement component discussion (see attached BERK plan)
• Video project – continued discussion on a promotional video
• Election of 2025 chair and vice chair
• 2025 town hall and CEC work plan planning

The Liberty Lake Community Engagement Commission meeting on Dec. 18, 2024, was called to order at 6:10 p.m. but immediately dismissed because fewer than the required number of members were present. No decisions were made or business conducted.

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading for the 2025 budget and the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan. The body will also discuss proposed amendments to development code standards for emergency shelters and housing to comply with state law.

• 2nd Read: Ordinance No. 308 adopting the 2025 Budget
• 2nd Read: Ordinance No. 307 adopting the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan
• Vouchers for payroll and benefits totaling $934,507.03
• StreetScan roadway survey and maintenance software contract for $63,624
• Public Works facility storage shed purchase from Old Hickory Sheds for $17,132

The Liberty Lake City Council unanimously adopted the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan (Ordinance 307) and the 2025 budget (Ordinance 308). The council also approved two Library Board appointments, an interlocal agreement for hearing examiner services, and several consent agenda items including a $934,507.03 payment approval.

• Adopted 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan (Ordinance 307) unanimously
• Adopted 2025 budget (Ordinance 308) unanimously
• Approved Michael Bota to Library Board of Trustees (6-1)
• Approved Anna Voloshin to Library Board of Trustees (6-1)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Spokane for Hearing Examiner Services unanimously
• Approved consent agenda including $934,507.03 in vouchers/payroll, $13,625 Valley Electric contract, $63,624 StreetScan proposal, $17,132 storage shed purchase
• Extended Ordinance Review Committee to June 30 unanimously
• Motion to remove items 11A/B from agenda failed (1-6)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from the previous meeting and two personnel selection lists. The body is deciding on the approval of the Corporal and Lateral selection lists.

• Approval of November 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of Corporal selection list
• Approval of Lateral selection list

The Liberty Lake Civil Service Commission met on December 12, 2024, and approved the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission unanimously certified the Corporal and Lateral Officer selection lists, which are used for police hiring. No other substantive business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after about two minutes.

• Approved November 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Certified Corporal selection list (unanimous)
• Certified Lateral Officer selection list (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The regularly-scheduled December 11, 2024 Library Board meeting has been canceled, as announced by the City Clerk.

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the City's development code and River District regulations to allow emergency shelters, transitional housing, and supportive housing in certain zones, as required by state law. The meeting also includes a workshop on the sign code update, covering the public engagement plan, legal framework, and initial audit. Commissioners will also consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes and receive reports.

• Public hearing on amendments to Limited Use Standards for Emergency Shelters and Housing citywide
• Workshop on Sign Code Update: public engagement plan, legal framework, initial audit
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2024 meeting
• Staff report notes SEPA Determination of Non-Significance issued November 19, 2024 for the emergency housing amendment

The Liberty Lake Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that City Council approve amendments to the city's development code and River District regulations regarding limited use standards for emergency shelters. The recommendation follows a public hearing with no testimony. The commission also heard a presentation on the upcoming sign code update and discussed related issues.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 13 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of emergency shelter code amendment to City Council (unanimous)
• Excused Commissioner Jenks from meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to review proposed amendments to the 2025 preliminary budget, following a December 3 workshop where several amendments were approved and four were tabled. Key items include a $354,398 increase to the police department budget, a $500,000 transfer to the Trailhead Improvements Fund, and removal of $1.437 million in budgeted revenues from the Library Capital Fund. The council aims to complete the review for a second reading and adoption on December 17.

• General Fund increase for Police Dept: $354,398
• General Fund transfer to Trailhead Improvements Fund: $500,000
• Removal of $1.437 million in budgeted revenues from Library Capital Fund (Commerce Grant and donations)
• Proposed REET1 Fund transfers: reduce to Library Capital by $500,000, increase to Trailhead by up to $1,000,000
• Proposed General Fund allocation of $600,000 for arboretum improvements

The Liberty Lake City Council held a special meeting to review the 2025 budget. They rejected a proposed amendment to take $2 million from REET 1 for library capital and Trailhead payoff (3-4), then approved an amendment to set the library fund transfer at $1 million and use the extra $500,000 for an additional Trailhead payment (4-3). They also unanimously approved two $100,000 transfers to the library capital fund and directed staff to finalize the budget with matching fund numbers.

• Rejected amendment to take $2M from REET 1 for library and Trailhead (3-4)
• Approved amendment to set library fund transfer at $1M and use $500k for Trailhead (4-3)
• Approved $100k transfer from community messaging fund 335 to library capital fund (unanimous)
• Approved $100k transfer from building contingency fund 337 to library capital fund (unanimous)
• Directed Finance Director to finalize budget with matching fund numbers (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop and regular session to perform a final review of the 2025 annual budget before its adoption on December 17. The body will also consider several service contracts and the city's 2025 legislative priorities.

• Vouchers for approval in the amount of $173,581.61
• Purchase of school zone activated beacon system from Coral Sales Company for $9,586.55
• Contract for Public Works Salt Shed structure installation by Clark’s Builders for $8,575.03
• Range ball washer/dispenser cost adjustment not to exceed $28,500
• Resolution No. 24-270 adopting 2025 legislative priorities for the State Legislature

Parks and Arts Commission

The Parks and Arts Commission will discuss the Ridgeline Art Rotary Room, hear updates on several 2024 projects including the Never Forget Garden, Art Map Flyer, Pickleball Box Orchard Park, and Harvard Trailhead Expansion, and consider a project proposal from Leslie Chasteen. Other items include a historical outlook on the Pavilion, the Kramer LL Together initiative, and a trailhead map update.

• Discussion of Ridgeline Art Rotary Room
• Project proposal by Leslie Chasteen (presented by Nancy Hill)
• Updates on Never Forget Garden, Art Map Flyer, Pickleball Box Orchard Park, and Harvard Trailhead Expansion
• Pavilion Historical Outlook presentation by Laura Frank
• Kramer LL Together update and Trailhead Map update by Laura Frank

Community Engagement Commission

The Community Engagement Commission will discuss public engagement for a sign code update and the 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey. The body will also review a video project and its current work plan.

• Public engagement component for Dec. 11 Planning Commission meeting on sign code update
• 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey answer sets and subcommittee continuation
• Video project discussion
• CEC work plan update
• Potential date change for December 2024 meeting

City Council

The Liberty Lake City Council will hold a workshop to finalize 2025 legislative priorities, then act on a consent agenda including $1.4 million in vouchers and a $57,736 HVAC replacement. Action items include selecting a preferred vendor for the Trailhead restaurant lease and confirming reappointments to the Parks and Arts Commission. First readings will begin for the 2025 budget ordinance and the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan, while a second reading will consider the regular property tax levy.

• Workshop to finalize 2025 legislative priorities for the state session
• Consent agenda: approval of $1,429,183.52 in vouchers, payroll, and benefits
• Replace four HVAC units on library roof – Apollo Mechanical, $57,736.21
• Select preferred vendor for restaurant lease at Trailhead; lease negotiations to follow
• Second reading of Ordinance 306 levying regular property taxes for 2025; first readings of Ordinance 307 (Capital Facilities Plan) and Ordinance 308 (2025 budget)

Civil Service Commission

The Liberty Lake Civil Service Commission will hold a workshop on scoring and interview question selection for police officer candidates. The commission also plans to approve minutes from its October 10 and October 30 meetings and adopt revised Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations.

• Workshop discussion on CSC scoring and interview question selection
• Approval of October 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of October 30, 2024, special meeting minutes
• Approval of revised Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and introduce a board candidate. Reports will be given by the city administrator, library director, and others. The main business items are the December quarterly report and unspecified action items.

• Introduction of board candidate
• Review of December quarterly report
• Action items (unspecified)
• Reports from city administrator and library director
• Citizen comment periods

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold workshops on climate resiliency and a housing update, including a presentation on required state housing code amendments (middle housing, ADUs, building conversions) that must be adopted by December 2026. They will also consider approval of the October 9 meeting minutes and receive reports from staff and commissioners.

• Climate Resiliency Workshop: presentation on climate projections, GHG inventory, and next steps for the comprehensive plan element
• Housing Update: deferred from October 9 meeting, will cover progress on the housing element
• Required Housing Code Amendments: discussion of middle housing, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and building conversion density requirements per state law
• Approval of minutes from the October 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Secretary's report including tentative comprehensive plan calendar and commissioner reappointments

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2025 budget and the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan, followed by a workshop discussion on the 2025 budget. A report from the City Administrator and citizen comments are also scheduled.

• Public hearing on 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan
• Public hearing on 2025 Proposed Budget
• Workshop discussion on 2025 Budget Review
• City Administrator report

City Council

The City Council meeting originally scheduled for November 5, 2024, is cancelled due to election night. The meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, November 4, 2024, with a workshop at 6:00 p.m. and a meeting at 7:00 p.m.

• Meeting rescheduled to November 4, 2024

City Council

The Liberty Lake City Council will hold a workshop on 2025 legislative priorities and hear proposals from three restaurants for the Trailhead space. During the regular session, the council will consider consent agenda items including $1.5M in vouchers, four task orders with SCJ Alliance totaling $33,000, and reappointment of planning commissioners. Action items include an amended solid waste collection agreement with Waste Management and renewal of an IT support contract. A first reading of Ordinance 306 levying 2025 property taxes and resolutions adopting a climate engagement plan and disposing of surplus inventory are also on the agenda.

• First reading of Ordinance 306 levying 2025 regular property taxes
• Amended and restated solid waste collection agreement with Waste Management of Washington, Inc.
• Reappointment of four members to the Planning Commission
• Consent agenda includes $1,573,438.01 in vouchers, payroll, and benefits
• Workshop discussion and selection of preferred vendor for Trailhead restaurant lease (Saranac, Chavelitas, or Kasé)

Parks and Arts Commission

The Parks and Arts Commission will vote on remaining 2024 projects such as the Never Forget Garden, Art Map Flyer, Pickleball Box at Orchard Park, and Harvard Trailhead Expansion. They will also discuss historical outlooks for the Pavilion, the Kramer LL Together initiative, an update on the Trailhead Map, and the Public Art Fund. A Bike Advisory Report will be presented.

• Vote on remaining 2024 projects: Never Forget Garden, Art Map Flyer, Pickleball Box Orchard Park, Harvard Trailhead Expansion
• Discussion of Pavillion Historical Outlook by Laura Frank
• Kramer LL Together presentation by Laura Frank
• Trailhead Map Update
• Public Art Fund Update by Mark McAvoy

Civil Service Commission

This is a special meeting of the Liberty Lake Civil Service Commission convened solely to hold an executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) to discuss legal risks. No other business is scheduled; the agenda consists of pledge, roll call, executive session, and adjournment.

• Executive session per RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) regarding legal risks

City Council

The Liberty Lake City Council will hold a special meeting on October 29, 2024, for a workshop discussion on the proposed 2025 budget. The meeting includes citizen comment periods but no other business items. The council is discussing the budget in a workshop format, meaning no formal action is expected at this meeting.

• Workshop discussion of 2025 proposed budget

Community Engagement Commission

The Commission will discuss the 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey report and outreach for the 2025 survey. Members will also review the 2024 Farmers Market and HUB Family Fun Fest, and provide an update on the CEC work plan.

• 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey report and 2025 survey outreach
• 2024 Farmers Market wrap-up and suggestions
• HUB Family Fun Fest report
• CEC work plan update
• Discussion of a new video project

City Council

The City Council will vote on a conceptual layout and a budget not to exceed $5.8 million for a new library project. The body will also discuss the impact of a Supreme Court decision on the city's unlawful camping ordinance and review the Mayor's 2025 budget message.

• Library Design & Construction Project budget not to exceed $5,800,000
• Vouchers and payroll/benefits totaling $778,661.84
• Weather monitoring services contract with Frost Solutions for $13,080
• Donation of a Purple Heart sign valued at $296.48
• Review of Ordinance 115-C regarding unlawful camping and storage of personal property

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review Police Department position updates. The body will discuss the hiring process for lateral officers and internal selections for leadership roles.

• Hiring process for 2025 Lateral Officer(s) beginning November 2024
• Internal selection for Lieutenant and Corporal
• Approval of August 8, 2024, meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees will consider approving a waiver and responsibility acknowledgment form for the Library of Things program. The meeting also includes updates on the library project and reports from city staff and council liaison.

• Approve the Library of Things waiver and responsibility acknowledgment form
• Library Project update discussion
• Reports from City Administrator Mark McAvoy, FOLLML Brad Hamblet, and City Council Shawna Deane

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct workshops regarding the city's Climate Element and Climate Engagement Plan. The body may also discuss a housing update if time permits.

• Climate Element Workshop
• Climate Engagement Plan workshop
• Housing Update discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Kickoff Meeting scheduled for October 21st

Parks and Arts Commission

The Commission will review artist agreements for the Kramer LL Together project and trailhead map updates. Members will also discuss the remaining 2024 budget and project possibilities.

• Kramer LL Together Artist Agreement
• Trailhead Map Update Artist Agreement
• Remaining 2024 Budget and Project Possibilities
• Public Art Fund Update
• Recreation Programming

Salary Commission

The Salary Commission will hold a public hearing and then vote on the final 2025 salaries for the Mayor and City Council. Based on prior discussion, a 7% increase is recommended, raising the Mayor's salary to $2,675 per month and Council members' to $880 per month. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a review of the commission's process.

• Public hearing on 2025 wages for elected officials
• Final vote on proposed 7% increase for Mayor (to $2,675/month) and Council (to $880/month)
• Review of Salary Commission process and preliminary recommendation
• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunity

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss the Capital Facilities Plan work program and refine funding strategies for the library design and construction project and the public art program. During the regular session, a public hearing on 2025 sources of revenue will be held, and the council will consider several consent agenda items including vouchers totaling $250,130.26, payments for snow plow repairs, and contracts for HVAC maintenance and software licenses. Resolutions include declaring a sole source for MRAP vehicle repair and supporting state initiatives I-2117 and I-2066.

• Public hearing on 2025 sources of revenue
• Resolution No. 24-266 supporting Initiative 2117 (carbon tax repeal)
• Resolution No. 24-267 supporting Initiative 2066 (natural gas)
• Workshop to refine funding strategy for library design and construction
• Consent agenda: $250,130.26 in vouchers, $17,236.79 for snow plow repairs, $13,680 for HVAC maintenance, $16,236.64 for software licenses

Salary Commission

The Salary Commission will review salary data from comparable cities and make a recommendation for 2025 salaries for the mayor and city council. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comment. This meeting follows a previous session where the commission refined its data collection methods.

• Review and discussion of 2025 salary recommendation for mayor and council
• Review of salary data from comparable cities (e.g., Monroe, Lynden, Snoqualmie)
• Approval of prior meeting minutes from August 23, 2024
• Public comment opportunities (oral and written)

Community Engagement Commission

The Liberty Lake Community Engagement Commission will discuss draft results of the 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey and next steps. They will also receive updates on Comprehensive Plan public engagement, the library's August design survey, and feedback from the Sept. 10 town hall meeting. The commission will consider its work plan and other upcoming opportunities.

• 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey draft results and next steps
• Update on Comprehensive Plan public engagement
• Update on library's August design survey
• Comments on Sept. 10 town hall meeting
• CEC work plan discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive citizen input on the 2025 budget. They will also discuss the library design and construction project, the community engagement plan for the comprehensive plan update, and consider positions on initiatives. The consent agenda includes approval of vouchers totaling $540,308.80, contracts for planning services, park improvements, and artist agreements. Action items include a contract for sign code amendments and purchase of 12 mobile data computers for the police department.

• Approval of vouchers and payroll totaling $540,308.80
• Purchase of 12 mobile data computers for police at $50,460
• Rocky Hill Park tennis court resurfacing contract up to $103,030.74
• Pavillion Park shelter roof replacement contract up to $29,147.64
• Battista artist agreement for Kramer Parkway art at $20,000

The council adopted the Hearing Examiner's determination in a code of ethics complaint, with the motion passing 3-3 and the examiner's decision becoming final on a tie. The council also approved a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases, passed several ordinances including the stormwater management plan and development code amendments, and directed staff to bring back resolutions supporting initiatives 2117 and 2066.

• Adopted Hearing Examiner's determination on ethics complaint (3-3, tie)
• Approved consent agenda including $540,308.80 in vouchers and payroll
• Approved $29,147.64 Apex Roofing contract with 15% contingency
• Approved $103,030.74 Arrow Concrete & Asphalt quote with 10% contingency
• Approved $56,160.30 Arrow Concrete & Asphalt quote with 10% contingency
• Approved $55,036.24 Northwest Fence netting improvements at Trailhead
• Approved Ordinance 305 with Exhibit A only, removing Exhibit B (4-3)
• Approved Resolution 24-264 adopting Public Engagement Plan for Comprehensive Plan update

Civil Service Commission

The regularly scheduled Civil Service Commission meeting for September 12, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting will be held on October 10, 2024, at 4 p.m.

• Meeting scheduled for September 12, 2024, is canceled.
• Next regular meeting set for October 10, 2024, at 4 p.m.

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees will consider approving a Library of Things waiver and lending agreement. The board will also receive updates on a community survey and the library project, along with reports from city staff and the Library Director.

• Approve the Library of Things Waiver, which sets liability and borrowing terms for non-traditional items
• Discussion of Community Survey results or plans
• Update on the Library Project
• Reports from City Administrator, City Council liaison, and Library Director

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees met on September 11, 2024, and discussed several reports, including a $900,000 state grant recommendation for the library capital project. The board agreed to move forward with a Liberty Lake-specific version of the Library of Things waiver, with further revisions and a sample to be presented at a later meeting. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-focused.

• Agreed to move forward with a Liberty Lake-specific Library of Things waiver (no vote recorded)
• Discussed concept floor plan for library project (no action)
• Reviewed budget for next year, including $1,500 Library of Things budget (no action)
• Discussed changing subscription services for 2025 (no action)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold workshops on the Public Engagement Plan for the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update, a logo for the plan, and a climate planning public engagement plan. They will also set a date for the Comprehensive Plan kickoff meeting. Reports include an update on climate planning and a workshop on emergency housing amendments.

• Workshop on Comprehensive Plan logo design and branding
• Workshop to review and discuss the draft Public Engagement Plan
• Workshop on Climate Planning Public Engagement Plan
• Setting date for Comprehensive Plan Kick Off Meeting
• Secretary's Report including future workshop on Emergency Housing Amendment

The Liberty Lake Planning Commission approved a final logo for the comprehensive plan update and accepted the updated public engagement plan, forwarding it to City Council as a living document. The commission also discussed a separate climate engagement plan and set a kickoff meeting for October 21, 2024.

• Approved final comprehensive plan logo (unanimous)
• Accepted public engagement plan and forwarded to City Council (unanimous)
• Excused commissioners Baumker, Garcia, and Robbins (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda and previous minutes (unanimous)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Liberty Lake City Council held as a town hall focused on transparency in local government. The event includes an open house with city officials and commissions, followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A on transparency, transparency act proposals, and public comment during public meetings. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Open house with Mayor, City Council, City Staff, Planning Commission, Library Board, Parks and Arts Commission, and Community Engagement Commission
• Discussion on transparency in local government
• Discussion on Transparency Act proposals
• Discussion on public comment during public meetings

The Liberty Lake City Council held a town hall meeting focused on transparency in local government, with an open house and discussion session. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made during the meeting; it was purely informational and conversational.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this town hall meeting

Parks and Arts Commission

The Parks and Arts Commission will hold final votes on the budget and strategic plan, along with two artist agreements for the Kramer LL Together project and the Trailhead Map Update. Discussion items include the Pavilion Historical Outlook, a CEC project proposal, and updates on the Town Hall and Public Art Fund. The meeting will also consider approval of August 5 minutes and hear citizen comments.

• VOTE – Budget/Strategic Plan Final Review
• VOTE - Kramer LL Together – Artist Agreement
• VOTE - Trailhead Map Update – Artist Agreement
• Discussion: Pavilion Historical Outlook
• Discussion: Public Art Fund Update (from September 3 Council Workshop)

The Liberty Lake Parks and Arts Commission approved the budget and strategic plan, including amendments to move the goat sculpture to 2025 and rename line items to Community Art for flexibility. They also approved artist agreements for the Kramer LL Together project and the Trailhead Map update to go before Council. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or pending further discussion.

• Approved budget and strategic plan with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Kramer LL Together artist agreement to go before Council (unanimous)
• Approved Trailhead Map artist agreement with $500 stipend to go before Council (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to adopt the City of Liberty Lake Stormwater Management Plan. The body is also reviewing several ordinances to repeal previous rules regarding city holidays, petty cash, and staff salaries.

• Public hearing and first read of Ordinance No. 304 to adopt the Stormwater Management Plan
• Payment of $24,089.00 to Apex Asphalt & Industries for City Hall parking lot paving
• Payment of $10,000 to $12,000 for Winter Glow Spectacular sponsorship
• Interlocal Agreement with Spokane Valley Fire Department for Fire and EMS
• Approval of vouchers and payroll/benefits totaling $636,831.73

The Liberty Lake City Council approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and $636,831.73 in vouchers and payroll. They also approved an interlocal agreement with the Spokane Valley Fire Department, a $12,000 Winter Glow Spectacular sponsorship, a Growth Management Act grant application, and $24,089 for City Hall parking lot paving. The council held a public hearing on the Stormwater Management Plan and gave first readings to several ordinances, but no final action was taken on those ordinances.

• Approved consent agenda including $636,831.73 in vouchers and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Spokane Valley Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 Winter Glow Spectacular sponsorship (unanimous)
• Approved GMA Periodic Update Grant application for FY2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $24,089 City Hall parking lot paving (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on Stormwater Management Plan; no vote taken
• Gave first readings to ordinances 304, 305, 3B, 4A, 8B, 9A, and 11A; no final action

Salary Commission

This special meeting of the Liberty Lake Salary Commission will consist of reviewing prior meeting minutes and salary commission data and process. No decisions or votes on salary changes are scheduled on this agenda; the meeting is focused on review and discussion.

• Review of Salary Commission Data and Process
• Public comment periods at start and after review
• Approval of prior meeting minutes from September 14, 2023
• Past recommendation: Mayor $2,500/month (no change), Council $820/month (increase from $787.50) for 2024
• No updates to compensation ordinance proposed at prior meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on debt management and a second reading of an ordinance to amend the utility tax rate. The body is also deciding on a contract for the Mission Avenue overlay design and an agreement with Central Valley School District.

• Approval of vouchers and payroll totaling $643,924.37
• Contract award for Mission Avenue overlay design
• Interlocal Agreement with Central Valley School District
• Public hearing on Lighting Code Amendment
• Public hearing on allowing fueling stations as accessory use in commercial zones

The Liberty Lake City Council approved a lighting code amendment and a development code amendment allowing fueling stations as an accessory use in commercial zones, with the latter passing 5-1. The council also approved the consent agenda, a contract for Mission Avenue Overlay Design, and an interlocal agreement with Central Valley School District. Ordinance No. 188B, amending the utility tax rate, was approved unanimously.

• Approved lighting code amendment (unanimous)
• Approved development code amendment allowing fueling stations as accessory use in commercial zones (5-1)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes, vouchers/payroll totaling $643,924.37, and library grant support letter (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Mission Avenue Overlay Design (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Central Valley School District (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 188B amending utility tax rate (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The City of Liberty Lake Planning Commission has canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for August 14, 2024. The next meeting is set for September 11, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Salary Commission

The Liberty Lake Salary Commission meeting scheduled for August 14, 2024, has been canceled. A rescheduled meeting will be noticed at a later date.

• Meeting cancellation; rescheduling to be announced

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board will meet to approve meeting minutes, hear reports from city and library staff, and discuss a library project update and community survey. The only action item is to approve a waiver for the Library of Things lending program.

• Approve the Library of Things Waiver attached

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees met on August 14, 2024, and reviewed the Library of Things waiver but took no final action, deferring it to the next meeting pending clarification from the city lawyer. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on community engagement, summer activities, and the library project timeline.

• Reviewed Library of Things waiver, deferred to next meeting for further clarification
• Approved meeting minutes and agenda
• Adjourned at 1:57 PM

Community Engagement Commission

The Community Engagement Commission will discuss and potentially finalize its 2025 budget and projects calendar, including proposed spending of $5,000 for flyers, $7,000 each for mailers, and $8,000 for multimedia. They will also receive updates on public engagement for the new library design, comments on the Barefoot in the Park event, and suggestions for the City Council's September 10 town hall on a proposed transparency act. The commission will review a draft of its 2024 annual report due at the end of August and discuss increasing its presence at community events.

• Review and finalize 2025 budget with proposed costs (flyers $5,000, mailers $7,000 each, multimedia $8,000)
• Discuss comments and participation in Barefoot in the Park event
• Update on public engagement strategy for new library design and construction
• Provide suggestions for Council's Sept. 10 town hall on transparency act
• Review draft 2024 annual report due end of August

The Community Engagement Commission approved the draft of its 2024 Annual Report, which will be submitted to the city administrator at the end of August. The commission also excused two absent members, accepted the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and discussed updates on various community events and projects. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved draft of 2024 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Excused commissioners Fisher Maurer and Gamboni (unanimous)
• Accepted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will approve the July 11, 2024 meeting minutes and decide on the Detective selection list. Public comments will be accepted.

• Approve July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approve Detective selection list

Community Engagement Commission

The joint Planning and Community Engagement Commission meeting reviewed a draft Public Engagement Plan for the comprehensive plan update, with revisions to be made and presented for adoption. The Planning Commission ratified proposed Lighting Code Amendments and an amendment for Fueling Stations as an Accessory Use, both unanimously. A subcommittee was formed to develop branding for the engagement plan.

• Ratified proposed Lighting Code Amendments (unanimous)
• Ratified amendment for Fueling Stations as an Accessory Use (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2024 (unanimous)
• Formed branding subcommittee for public engagement plan

City Council

The Liberty Lake City Council will hold a workshop on proposed lighting code amendments for sports facilities and a development code amendment to allow fueling stations in commercial zones. During the regular session, the council will consider consent agenda items including approval of $599,624.69 in vouchers and payroll, purchases for a range ball dispenser ($27,500) and storage building ($15,953), donations of pickleball nets and a memorial bench, a paver installation agreement ($16,300), and a Cataldo Avenue dedication agreement. The council will also hold a first reading of Ordinance No. 188B, which would amend the utility tax rate to fund city services and capital needs.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 188B amending the utility tax rate
• Proposed lighting code amendments to allow higher BUG ratings and extended hours for sports facilities in mixed-use and commercial zones
• Proposed development code amendment to permit fueling stations as an accessory use in commercial zones
• Consent agenda includes $599,624.69 in vouchers and payroll, and purchases for a range ball dispenser ($27,500) and storage building ($15,953)
• Donations of two pickleball nets for Orchard Park and a memorial bench from Joanie Buck, each valued at $2,000

The City Council authorized a letter from Mayor Cris Kaminskas to the Washington State Department of Commerce requesting a $2 million grant from the Library Capital Improvement Program. The grant would fund a new 14,000-square-foot library, with the city providing a $2 million local match from the building purchase. The letter highlights the library's role in community gathering, art, archives, and lifelong learning.

• Approved sending grant request letter to state Commerce Department for $2M library grant

Parks and Arts Commission

The Liberty Lake Parks and Arts Commission will meet to vote on a WinterGlow Sponsorship and the Budget/Strategic Plan Workshop agenda. They will also discuss the Kramer Landscape project, incorporating art into the new library design, and other items including a trailhead map update, garden contest, and a call to artist for Kramer LL Together. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Vote on WinterGlow Sponsorship
• Vote on Budget/Strategic Plan Workshop Agenda
• Discussion of Kramer Landscape by Lisa Key
• Discussion of New Library Design Incorporating Art by Jandy Humble
• Discussion of Kramer LL Together Call to Artist by Laura Frank

The Parks and Arts Commission unanimously approved a 20% increase to the $10,000 WinterGlow sponsorship, bringing the total to $12,000. They also approved a pilot project to set aside 1% of the new Library project costs for public art, and approved the Kramer LL Together artist design proposal. The commission recommended doubling the fireworks show length and budget, and approved the 2025 program fee schedule.

• Approved WinterGlow sponsorship with 20% increase to $12,000 (unanimous)
• Approved pilot 1% for Art project with Library (unanimous)
• Approved Kramer LL Together artist design proposal (unanimous)
• Recommended doubled fireworks show length and budget to Council (unanimous)
• Approved current draft of budget/strategic plan with changes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 program fee schedule (unanimous)
• Recommended Artist #1 for Trailhead map (unanimous)
• Moved September meeting to September 9 (unanimous)

Community Engagement Commission

The Liberty Lake Community Engagement Commission will discuss the 2025 budget and a draft of the 2024 Annual Report. Other business includes planning for the Aug. 3 Barefoot in the Park event, selecting a representative for public engagement on the library design project, and outreach for a City Council town hall on a proposed transparency act. The commission will also consider ideas for increasing its presence at community events and a potential date change for the Aug. 21 meeting.

• Barefoot in the Park (Aug. 3): signups and proposed table activities with Parks & Arts Commission
• Public engagement for library design and construction project: selection of a commission representative
• Outreach for City Council's Sept. 10 town hall on proposed transparency act
• Discussion of 2025 budget (continued from June) and draft of 2024 Annual Report
• Potential date change for scheduled meeting of Aug. 21, 2024

City Council

The City Council will decide on joining the Kroger Opioid Settlement and approving the final plat for Hawkstone 4th Addition. The body will also review vouchers totaling $615,804.54 and discuss the Lion's Club Arboretum Project.

• Approval of July 16, 2024 vouchers and payroll in the amount of $615,804.54
• Resolution 24-263: Approving Hawkstone 4th Addition Final Plat
• Decision to join the Kroger Opioid Settlement Agreement
• Amendment No. 1 to Parametrix Task Order 2023-02 for Sprague Avenue Phase 1 Design
• Confirmation of Audrey White to the Parks and Arts Commission

Civil Service Commission

The Liberty Lake Civil Service Commission will meet to consider approving the June 13, 2024, meeting minutes and a Sargent selection list. The agenda also includes a period for public comments.

• Approval of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of Sargent selection list

Library Board of Trustees

The regularly-scheduled Library Board of Trustees meeting for Wednesday, July 10, 2024, has been canceled. No other agenda items were listed in the notice.

• Cancellation of the July 10, 2024, Library Board meeting

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding proposed amendments to the lighting code and fueling station accessory use. The meeting also includes the introduction of City Engineer Luke Michels.

• Proposed Lighting Code Amendments
• Proposed Amendment for Fueling Stations as an Accessory Use
• Introduction of City Engineer Luke Michels
• Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a project management services agreement for the library renovation at 23129 E Mission Ave. The meeting includes a presentation from Avista regarding wildfire safety measures and power shutoff plans. The council will also approve recent meeting minutes and payroll totaling $1,208,798.60.

• Library Design & Construction Project Management Services Agreement for 23129 E Mission Ave
• Work Order #1 for library planning services not to exceed $115,625.00
• Approval of payroll and benefits totaling $1,208,798.60
• Presentation on Avista's Public Safety Power Shutoff wildfire safety measures

Parks and Arts Commission

The City Council and Parks and Arts Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss commission activities. The meeting is scheduled for July 2, 2024, at City Hall and via Zoom. Public comment can be provided during the regular City Council meeting following the workshop.

• Joint workshop discussion on Parks and Arts Commission activities

Parks and Arts Commission

The Parks and Arts Commission will discuss the Pavillion playground and a budget/strategic plan workshop agenda. The meeting also includes updates on the StoryWalk, bicycle racks, and a call to artist for Kramer LL Together.

• Pavillion Playground discussion
• Budget/Strategic Plan workshop agenda
• Kramer LL Together Call to Artist
• Bicycle Rack update
• StoryWalk update

City Council

The Liberty Lake City Council is holding a special retreat meeting to discuss governance roles and responsibilities. The council will work on establishing priorities for the next 18 and 36 months. The agenda also includes discussing the potential re-creation of city council committees.

• Discussion of Mayor, Council, and staff roles and responsibilities
• Establishing council priorities for the next 18 months
• Establishing council priorities for the following 36 months
• Potential re-creation of City Council committees

City Council

The City Council will discuss revisions to the Stormwater Master Plan and review a contract for library renovation project management services. The meeting includes public hearings regarding the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Plan and Ordinance 303.

• Contract with Turner Townsend & Heery for library renovation at 23129 E Mission Ave
• Public hearing on the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Plan
• Ordinance 303 to suspend certain development code amendments until 2026
• Approval of $242,615.97 in vouchers
• Mission Avenue Overlay revised Local Area Agreement & Prospectus

Civil Service Commission

The Liberty Lake Civil Service Commission will conduct a final review of the Civil Service Rules to forward to the attorney. The commission will also consider approving the meeting minutes from April 11, 2024.

• Final review of Civil Service Rules
• Approval of April 11, 2024, meeting minutes

City Planning Commission

The commission will hold workshops regarding proposed changes to the lighting code and for allowing fueling stations as an accessory use. The meeting also includes the introduction of new City Engineer Luke Michels.

• Workshop on proposed Lighting Code Amendments
• Workshop on proposed amendment for Fueling Stations as an Accessory Use
• Introduction of City Engineer Luke Michels
• Approval of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees will discuss the Study Room/Meeting Room Policy and a Library of Things Waiver. The meeting also includes reports from city officials and the Library Director.

• Library of Things Waiver
• Study Room / Meeting Room Policy

Community Engagement Commission

The Community Engagement Commission is meeting to discuss the 2025 work plan and budget. The agenda also includes updates on Farmers Market operations and various public arts projects. The commission provides advisory input to the mayor and City Council.

• Discussion of the 2025 work plan and budget
• Farmers Market updates
• Zencity forum for 2025 budget input
• Call for artists for a 'whimsical map' at Trailhead Golf
• Spokane River Centennial Trail reopening update

City Council

The City Council will review findings from a stormwater rate study during a workshop session. The council also plans to approve a $1,660,000 contract for Appleway and Country Vista Blvd improvements. Additionally, the agenda includes approvals for new residential plats and equipment leases.

• $1,660,000 construction contract for Appleway Overlay and Country Vista Blvd intersection improvements
• Approval of final plats for River Crossing 2020 Second Addition and River Crossing East of Fourth Addition
• Six-year extension of the solid waste agreement with Waste Management of Washington, Inc.
• MOU with Rivercrossing, LLC for Mission Avenue striping
• Annual leases for Caterpillar construction equipment

Parks and Arts Commission

The Liberty Lake Parks and Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a fee schedule, budget and strategic plan, and a trailhead art wall. The agenda also includes updates on the Pavilion historical outlook, court/skate finishing and dedication, and a call to artist for Kramer LL Together. Citizen comments are invited, and the meeting is held in person and via Zoom.

• Trailhead Art Wall
• Pavillion Historical Outlook – Laura Frank
• Court/Skate Finishing/Dedication
• Fee Schedule – Mickael Stevens
• Budget/Strategic Plan/Workshop Agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to review a Draft Stormwater Master Plan presented by Parametrix. The session also includes discussions on the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Plan and various administrative approvals.

• Review of Draft Stormwater Master Plan funded by a Washington Department of Ecology Grant
• Approval of vouchers and payroll/benefits totaling $596,334.65
• Approval of a $1,000.00 donation for a police department traffic enforcement motorcycle unit
• Discussion of the 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Plan
• Confirmation of Katie Ferris to Position 6 on the Parks and Arts Commission

Community Engagement Commission

The Community Engagement Commission will discuss and finalize recommendations for a transparency town hall proposal, review follow-ups from a May 18 workshop, and address scheduling for the Farmers Market and the 2024 work plan. They will also set a June meeting to plan the 2025 work plan and budget. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and public comment periods.

• Finalize recommendations for transparency town hall proposal
• Discuss May 18 workshop with Lisa Key – group follow-ups
• Farmers Market scheduling
• 2024 work plan and schedule June meeting for 2025 work plan and budget
• City Council approved CEC membership revision (Ordinance 277) on April 16

Community Engagement Commission

The Community Engagement Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Plan periodic update for 2026-2046, with Lisa Key presenting the work program. The update covers mandatory elements like land use, housing, transportation, and climate resiliency, and includes a 20-year capital facilities plan. The commission's role is to advise on public engagement strategies for the update.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan update work program for 2026-2046
• Climate Resiliency grant application for $145,000
• Implementation project grant application for $100,000
• Harvard Road Mitigation Plan update and impact fee update
• Development code amendment re: emergency shelters

Civil Service Commission

The regularly scheduled Civil Service Commission meeting for May 9, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 13, 2024.

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees will meet May 8, 2024, to discuss the Aspen Discovery system, consider waiving two patron accounts that have reached the statute of limitations, and receive reports from the city administrator, FOLLML, and the city council.

• Discussion of Aspen Discovery library system
• Consideration of waiving two patron accounts that have reached the statute of limitations
• Reports from City Administrator Mark McAvoy, FOLLML representative Bob Skattum, and City Council member Shawna Deane
• Library Director Jandy Humble's report
• June Quarterly Report scheduled for June 4, 2024

City Planning Commission

The Liberty Lake Planning Commission will hold workshops on three items: proposed lighting code amendments, a proposed amendment allowing fueling stations as an accessory use, and a suspension of privately-initiated comprehensive plan and development code amendments during the 2025/2026 update cycle. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Proposed lighting code amendments affecting M-1, M-2, C-1, C-2, I, RD-C, and RD-M zones
• Proposed amendment for fueling stations as an accessory use
• Suspension of privately-initiated Comprehensive Plan & Development Code Amendments in 2025/2026 update cycle
• Approval of minutes from April 10, 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on solid waste contracts and the 2025 legislative agenda. The regular session includes votes on city expenditures, a network switch purchase, and an ordinance regarding the public library.

• Approval of vouchers and payroll totaling $1,032,342.21
• Purchase and installation of City Hall network switch not to exceed $15,000
• Second read of Ordinance No. 119-E amending the establishment of the Liberty Lake Public Library
• Intergovernmental agreement with Spokane County for commute trip reduction implementation
• Lodging Tax Advisory Committee funding recommendations for 2024

Parks and Arts Commission

The Liberty Lake Parks and Arts Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and discuss several projects including the Trailhead Art Wall, Pavilion Historical Outlook, and Court/Skate finishing. They will also receive a Comprehensive Plan presentation, review the fee schedule, and discuss the 2025 budget and strategic plan. The meeting is open to the public, with written comments due before 1 pm on May 6.

• Trailhead Art Wall discussion
• Pavilion Historical Outlook update by Laura Frank
• Court/Skate finishing and dedication
• Comprehensive Plan presentation by Lisa Key
• Fee schedule review by Mickael Stevens

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to review applications for 2024 tourism promotion funding. The committee will provide recommendations on these applications for final decision by the City Council.

• Review of 2024 Lodging Tax Applications
• Grant application from HUB Sports Center for $15,000

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review the work program and timeline for a required Comprehensive Plan update due by June 30, 2026. The session focuses on legislative mandates regarding land use, housing, social justice, and climate planning.

• Purchase of 2017 JLG T500J Boom Lift for $62,893.00
• Approval of vouchers and payroll totaling $742,632.02
• Annual payment to Bitco Software, LLC for $16,786.00
• CivicPlus renewal for $8,449.39 plus taxes
• Resolution No. 24-259 to include municipal boundaries within an Aquifer Protection Area

Community Engagement Commission

The Liberty Lake Community Engagement Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed revision to Ordinance 277 regarding commission membership, including whether to allow a non-voting member from outside city limits. They will also review the 2024 work plan, takeaways from a March 5 City Council workshop, and preparations for the Farmers Market and a transparency town hall proposal. The agenda includes several discussion items and updates from city staff.

• Proposed revision to Ordinance 277, Section 2.B.3 on commission membership
• Farmers Market prep for May 18: magnetic dry erase board and related resources
• Transparency town hall meeting proposal (Bill and Summer)
• Discussion on Spokane River Centennial Trail and Liberty Lake Regional Park
• Select member to provide CEC update for April 23 City Council meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss which rules to use for revisions. The meeting includes a period for in-person public comment.

• Approval of March 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Civil Service Rules for revisions

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from city and library officials, and discuss several business items including a state bill (Valdez Bill), the Patron Behavior Policy, Library of Things waivers, and an RFQ update. Public comment is invited in person, via Zoom, or in writing.

• Discussion of Valdez Bill (RCW 9.41.300)
• Review of Patron Behavior Policy
• Library of Things waivers
• RFQ update and schedule

City Planning Commission

The Liberty Lake Planning Commission will hold workshops on the Spokane Transit Authority Strategic Plan and proposed lighting code amendments, and will consider approval of the March 13, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda includes general business, citizen comments, and reports. The meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2024, at 4 p.m. at City Hall, with remote participation available.

• Workshop: Spokane Transit Authority Strategic Plan – Brian Jennings
• Workshop: Proposed Lighting Code Amendments – Scott Wetterling
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2024
• Public comment via Zoom or written submission by 2 p.m. on April 10

City Council

The City Council is considering several action items including police facility upgrades, grant acceptances, and an interagency agreement with the Washington State Patrol. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Community Engagement Commission.

• Purchase of Turfco T3200 Fertilizer Spreader for $15,703.38
• Purchase of police evidence facility storage units for $26,100.00 plus tax
• Acceptance of Spirit of Blue Foundation grant for ballistic plates valued at $33,273.18
• Acceptance of The Dickey Foundation grant for $3,520.00
• First reading of Ordinance No. 277A regarding the Community Engagement Commission

Parks and Arts Commission

The Liberty Lake Parks and Arts Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and discuss several projects including the Trailhead Art Wall, a historical outlook at the Pavilion, and finishing/dedicating the Court/Skate area. They will also discuss Council Workshop goals, a call to artist for Kramer LL Together, and a Bicycle Communities update. The agenda is a mix of discussion items with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Trailhead Art Wall discussion
• Pavilion Historical Outlook update by Laura Frank
• Court/Skate finishing and dedication update by Laura Frank
• Kramer LL Together call to artist by Laura Frank
• Bicycle Communities update by Katie Ferris

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for April 2, 2024, has been postponed. It is rescheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

Parks and Arts Commission

This agenda is a notice that the Parks & Arts Commission's regularly scheduled April 1, 2024 meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, April 8, 2024. The meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m. in person at City Hall, 22710 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake, WA, and remotely via Zoom. The Zoom link will be available per the published agenda the Friday before the meeting. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from April 1 to April 8, 2024
• Meeting time: 4:00 p.m.
• Location: City Hall, 22710 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake, WA
• Remote participation via Zoom available

Community Engagement Commission

The Liberty Lake Community Engagement Commission is meeting to hear a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan Update and its community engagement component, and to discuss proposed changes to geographic membership requirements. The commission will also consider a town hall on City Council transparency guidelines, a community satisfaction survey, and other engagement opportunities.

• Presentation on Comprehensive Plan Update 2026-2046 and its community engagement component
• Proposed town hall on City Council's transparency guidelines
• Community Satisfaction Survey next steps
• Proposed revision to Ordinance No. 277 to change commission membership from 2 members per geographic area to 1 member per area plus 5 at-large members
• Farmers Market magnetic dry erase board discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the re-authorization of the Spokane Aquifer Protection Area and a Stormwater Master Plan for flood reduction. The regular session includes approvals for various equipment purchases and personnel policy updates.

• Proposed stormwater projects: E Sprague Avenue ($480,000), E Sprague Ave and Molter Rd ($312,000), and Country Vista North Swale ($233,000)
• Payroll and benefits approval totaling $1,135,670.87
• Equipment purchases including a John Deere 1600 Turbo Wide Area Mower ($72,022.96) and two John Deere Gator XUV835M units ($39,348.30 each)
• Resolution No. 02-047J to amend the adopted personnel policy for all city employees
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 302A regarding temporary uses in the Development Code

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to conduct an interview with potential attorney Michelle Fossum. The body will also review minutes from the February 8, 2024, meeting.

• Interview of potential attorney Michelle Fossum
• Approval of February 8, 2024, meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, receive reports from city and library staff, and discuss business items including the quarterly report to council and a review of an RFP and LCIP grant. The meeting is held in person and remotely via Zoom.

• Quarterly Report to Council
• Review of RFP & LCIP Grant
• Citizen Comments
• Reports from City Administrator, FOLLML, City Council, Library Director

City Planning Commission

The Liberty Lake Planning Commission will hold workshops on the preliminary Periodic Comprehensive Plan Update work program and a proposed amendment allowing fueling stations as an accessory use. They will also introduce a new associate planner and consider approval of the February 14, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Workshop: Preliminary Periodic Comprehensive Plan Update Work Program overview
• Workshop: Proposed amendment for fueling stations as an accessory use
• Introduction of new Associate Planner Lance Mueller
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2024

Community Engagement Commission

The Liberty Lake Mayor, City Council, and Community Engagement Commission are holding a joint workshop to discuss commission activities. The workshop is scheduled for March 5, 2024, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, with public comment available at the 7:00 p.m. regular City Council meeting. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Joint workshop on commission activities
• Public comment opportunity at 7:00 p.m. City Council meeting
• Meeting held at City Hall, 22710 E. Country Vista Drive, and via Zoom

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several contracts, including climate resiliency planning and equipment for Trailhead. The body is also discussing a proposed Transparency Act and amendments to the development code regarding temporary uses.

• Parametrix Task Order 2024-01 for climate resiliency planning not to exceed $255,000
• Purchase of 28 golf carts for Trailhead in the amount of $165,337.04
• Agreement with Greater Spokane, Incorporated (GSI) in the amount of $25,000
• Purchase of Beast software for police evidence room update for $12,492.77 plus tax
• 1st Read of Ordinance No. 302A regarding Development Code Section 10-4I-1 Temporary Uses

Parks and Arts Commission

The Liberty Lake Parks and Arts Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and several project updates, including a graffiti barrel, trailhead art wall, and story walk books. They will also discuss the fireworks/events budget and the 2024 CFP project timeline. The agenda includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Graffiti Barrel update by Allison Pegram
• Trailhead Art Wall historical recognition by Chris Cargill
• Smarty Signs update by David Himebaugh
• Fireworks/Events Budget Discussion
• 2024 CFP Project Update on WSDOT release timeline

Community Engagement Commission

The Community Engagement Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss upcoming activities, including a workshop with the City Council scheduled for March 5, a proposal on geographic locations for commission members, and the 2024 work plan. They will also consider ideas for an umbrella promotion of July 3 and July 4 events. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and updates from City Hall.

• Workshop with City Council scheduled for March 5
• Proposal on geographic locations for CEC members
• 2024 Work Plan discussion
• Ideas for umbrella promotion of July 3 & July 4 activities
• Public comment sign-up and written comments due by 4:00 p.m. Feb. 21

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to review and update its Rules of Procedure. During the regular session, the body will consider agreements with Visit Spokane and Greater Spokane, Incorporated.

• Payment of $540,953.26 for vouchers and payroll/benefits
• Firearms systems purchase from Arms Unlimited for $11,740.00 plus tax
• 2024 agreement with Greater Spokane, Incorporated (GSI) for $25,000
• 2024-2026 agreement with Visit Spokane
• Workshop on City Council Rules of Procedure

City Planning Commission

The Liberty Lake Planning Commission will hold workshops on the Climate Resiliency Grant scope and timeline, the preliminary work program for the Comprehensive Plan update, and a proposed amendment to allow fueling stations as an accessory use. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and citizen comments.

• Climate Resiliency Grant scope and timeline
• Preliminary Periodic Comprehensive Plan Update Work Program overview
• Proposed amendment for fueling stations as an accessory use
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees will consider approving an updated Public Comment Policy at its February 14, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes a 2024 policy review and reports from the city administrator, library director, and liaisons. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Approve the Public Comment Policy (attached to the agenda)
• 2024 Policy Review
• Reports from City Administrator Mark McAvoy, FOLLML Bob Skattum, City Council Shawna Deane, and Library Director Jandy Humble
• Citizen Comments period
• Next meeting: March 13, 2024

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review the minutes from January 11, 2024, and report on a February 6 presentation to the City Council. The body will also discuss the potential appointment of attorney Michelle Fossum.

• Discussion of potential attorney Michelle Fossum
• Approval of January 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Report on February 6, 2024 presentation to City Council

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda featuring several equipment purchases and professional service contracts. The body will also vote on a resolution establishing qualifications for the Public Works Director.

• Purchase of a Freightliner Truck with water and mag tank not to exceed $380,000
• Purchase of a CAT 303.5 CR Mini Excavator not to exceed $85,000
• Climate Planning Grant contract in the amount of $255,000
• Recruitment contracts with Prothman for Public Works Director ($10,200) and City Engineer ($9,200)
• Resolution No. 24-257 adopting qualifications for the Public Works Director

Parks and Arts Commission

The Liberty Lake Parks and Arts Commission is meeting to discuss updates on community projects, including the Smarty Signs, Bicycle Communities, and the Harvard Trailhead Project. They will also consider naming events for the 4th of July and review trailhead art walls. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Smarty Signs update
• Bicycle Communities update
• Pavillion Historical Outlook
• 4th of July event naming
• Harvard Trailhead Project

Community Engagement Commission

The Community Engagement Commission will discuss updates and a framework for the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan community survey. Members will also discuss a proposed change to geographic membership requirements and the 2024 work plan.

• Strategic Plan Community Survey targeting 660 households
• Proposed change to geographic membership requirements
• Review of the 2024 work plan
• Discussion of upcoming workshop with City Council

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on social media ethics and a proposed transparency ordinance. The regular session includes a second reading of an ordinance amending the municipal and development codes, as well as the River District Specific Area Plan.

• Vouchers for December 28, 2023, and January 16, 2024, totaling $601,849.90
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 302 regarding the Municipal Code, Development Code, and River District Specific Area Plan
• Agreement for continued hearing examiner services with Brian McGinn
• 2024 Liberty Lake Splash Agreement
• Appointment of Phil Folyer as a voting member of the Planning Commission

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to recognize new personnel appointments. The agenda contains no items for decision or legislative action.

• Recognition of new Police Officers Darin Powers and Christopher “Chris” Huhta
• Recognition of new Evidence Clerk Cheree Barth

City Planning Commission

The Liberty Lake Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and set the 2024 meeting calendar. The main workshop is a broad overview of the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update, which will guide future land use and development in the city.

• Election of Chair & Vice Chair
• Design Review Committee Membership
• Approval of 2024 Meeting Calendar
• Workshop: Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update Overview
• Status of 2023 Comprehensive Plan & Development Code Amendments

Library Board of Trustees

The Liberty Lake Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2024, at 1 p.m. The board will receive reports from the city administrator, library director, and other liaisons, and will conduct a 2024 policy review as a business item. No action items are listed beyond the policy review.

• 2024 Policy Review

Parks and Arts Commission

The Parks and Arts Commission will hold elections for the January Chair and Co-Chair. The meeting includes discussions on 2024 project priorities, community events, and trailhead art walls.

• Election of January Chair and Co-Chair
• Vote on Recreation Program Fee Schedule
• Discussion of 2024 P&A Project Priorities
• Discussion regarding Trailhead Art Walls
• Discussion regarding Trailhead Bench Potential

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the Development Code and the River District Specific Area Plan. The body is also tasked with selecting a Mayor Pro Tem and confirming several appointments to the Planning and Community Engagement Commissions.

• Payment of vouchers and payroll/benefits totaling $702,744.80
• Annual renewal contract with NextRequest for $7,938.00
• Decision regarding the River District open space zone change request
• 2nd Read of Ordinance No. 301 regarding the Development Code and River District Specific Area Plan
• 1st Read of Ordinance No. 302 amending the Municipal Code and River District Specific Area Plan

Parks and Arts Commission

This agenda is a notice that the January 1, 2024 Parks & Arts Commission meeting has been moved to Monday, January 8, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and remotely via Zoom. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from Jan. 1 to Jan. 8, 2024
• Meeting time: 4:00 p.m.
• Location: City Hall, 22710 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake, WA
• Remote participation via Zoom; link published Friday before meeting