Post Falls public meetings in 2025

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission meeting scheduled for December 23, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The commission will reconvene on January 27, 2026.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on the final draft of the Transportation Master Plan. The regular meeting includes decisions on several subdivision agreements, annexations, and a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Final draft of the Transportation Master Plan
• Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendment #1
• Annexations for McGuire, Echo Estates, Poleline and Zorros, and G2 Development
• Salary Survey Contract with Optimal Talent Dynamics
• Final plat approvals for Crown Reserve and Welk Estates

City Council

The City Council will deliberate on the first budget amendment for FY '26 and hold public hearings for the McGuire Annexation and North Place Right of Way Vacation. The body is also deciding on several plat approvals and annexation agreements.

• FY '26 Budget Amendment #1 continued deliberation
• Public hearings for McGuire Annexation (ANNX-25-4) and North Place Right of Way Vacation (VAC-25-3)
• G2 Development Annexation and Zoning Agreement (ANNX-25-2 & ZC-25-1)
• Approval to purchase a replacement van for Parks & Recreation
• Water Reclamation Facility contract amendment with Panhandle Area Council

The council approved the consent calendar items, which included meeting minutes, payables, cash and investments, election results, annexation grants, subdivision plats, and a park van purchase. The council also approved the vacation of the North Place right‑of‑way (VAC‑25‑3) after staff reported no concerns.

• Approved consent calendar (5 ayes: Davis, Plew, Westlund, Steigleder, Ziegler)
• Approved North Place Right of Way Vacation VAC‑25‑3 (5 ayes: Plew, Westlund, Steigleder, Ziegler, Davis)

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review consent calendar minutes and hear citizen issues. New business includes an introduction to the CAPRA accreditation process and a discussion on Falls Park Pond. Staff reports will cover park construction updates, a 2025 department review, and a written forester report.

• Introduction to CAPRA (Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies) standards and accreditation process
• Discussion on Falls Park Pond
• Update on new Parks and Recreation Director
• Park construction update
• 2025 Parks and Recreation Department review

The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission approved the consent calendar as presented, with all five members present voting in favor. No other motions were taken. The meeting also included updates on the new Parks & Recreation Director, upcoming accreditation, and ongoing park projects.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting. The consent calendar includes a recommendation on the McGuire Annexation zoning (File No. ANNX-25-4) and approval of previous meeting minutes. The Commission will vote on these items together unless a member requests separate discussion.

• McGuire Annexation Zoning Recommendation (File No. ANNX-25-4)
• Approval of meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the FY2026 Budget Amendment No. 1 and two annexation requests. The body is also deciding on several land use approvals and infrastructure contracts.

• FY2026 Budget Amendment No. 1
• G2 Development Annexation and Zone Change (ANNX-25-2 & ZC-25-1)
• Echo Estates Annexation (ANNX-24-5)
• Water Reclamation Facility Tertiary Treatment Project contract with Wigen Water Technologies
• Highlands and Montrose Lift Stations Standby Power Upgrades award recommendation

The council accepted the consent calendar as presented. It approved the annexation of the Echo Estates parcel and assigned it an R2 (Medium Density Residential) zoning designation. It also approved the annexation and RM (Residential Mixed) zoning for the G2 Development parcel. City Hall and business offices will be closed on November 27‑28 for Thanksgiving, with emergency services remaining available.

• Accepted consent calendar (Steigleder‑Aye, Davis‑Aye, Plew‑Aye, Westlund‑Aye, Ziegler‑Aye, Malloy‑Aye) – Motion carried
• Approved Echo Estates annexation (Davis‑Aye, Plew‑Nay, Westlund‑Aye, Ziegler‑Nay, Malloy‑Aye, Steigleder‑Nay; Council tied, Mayor‑Aye) – Motion carried
• Assigned R2 zoning to Echo Estates (Davis‑Aye, Plew‑Aye, Westlund‑Aye, Ziegler‑Nay, Malloy‑Aye, Steigleder‑Nay) – Motion carried
• Approved G2 Development annexation and RM zoning (Plew‑Aye, Westlund‑Aye, Ziegler‑Aye, Malloy‑Aye, Steigleder‑Aye, Davis‑Aye) – Motion carried
• Closed City Hall and business offices Nov 27‑28 for Thanksgiving (action item) – No vote required

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission will consider routine agenda items, including approval of the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission will hold public hearings on two annexation requests: McGuire (File No. ANNX-25-4) and Gaul (File No. ANNX-25-1). No other actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approve meeting minutes from 10/14/2025 (consent calendar)
• Public hearing on McGuire Annexation File No. ANNX-25-4
• Public hearing on Gaul Annexation File No. ANNX-25-1

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its consent calendar unanimously. A public hearing was held on the McGuire annexation (File ANNX-25-4) and the commission found the proposed R‑2 (Medium Density Residential) zoning consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners voted to recommend approval of the R‑2 zone, limited to single‑family detached homes. The motion carried with all five members voting yes.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)
• Recommended approval of R‑2 zoning for McGuire annexation, limited to single‑family detached housing (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the appointment and employment contract of a Parks and Recreation Director. The body is also reviewing several annexation agreements and infrastructure contracts for water and sports facilities.

• Appointment of Parks and Recreation Director and approval of employment contract
• Procurement contract with BDP Industries for Water Reclamation Facility Solids Handling Improvements
• Quarry Sports Complex Phase 1 Design Agreement and LWCF Grant Acceptance
• Annexation agreements for Lingar, Painted Rock, Steckman, and Elfer's
• Contract Amendment #1 with JUB Engineers for Well #4 Rehabilitation

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for October 28, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

• Meeting canceled; next meeting November 25, 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a joint workshop on development processes with the Planning and Zoning Commission at 5:00 PM, followed by the regular meeting at 6:00 PM. Action items include a Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Levy Override, a Drinking Water System Master Plan contract, and consent items such as a subdivision plat and water main improvement agreement. Public hearings are listed but no specific items are scheduled.

• Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Levy Override (action item)
• Drinking Water System Master Plan Contract (new business)
• North Place East 3rd Addition Subdivision Plat (consent calendar)
• Landmark Place Water Main Freeway Crossing Construction Improvement Agreement (consent calendar)
• Joint Workshop with Planning and Zoning on The Development Processes (5:00 PM)

The council approved the consent calendar as amended with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The approved items include the October 7 minutes, payables for Oct 8‑22, Kootenai County Public Transportation, and the North Place East 3rd Addition Subdivision Plat. The Landmark Place Water Main Freeway Crossing Construction Improvement Agreement was removed from the agenda. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent calendar as amended (6-0)
• Removed Landmark Place Water Main Freeway Crossing Construction Improvement Agreement from agenda
• Entered executive session to consider hiring (no action taken during session)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the McGuire Annexation (File ANNX-25-4). The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from September 9, 20225, a reasoned decision for Harvest Meadows PUD and Subdivision, and a reasoned decision for Echo Estates Zoning Recommendation. The commission will also review the 2023-2024 Impact Fee Assessment.

• Public hearing on McGuire Annexation (File ANNX-25-4)
• Consent calendar: Harvest Meadows PUD and Subdivision Reasoned Decision (PUD-25-2/SUBD-25-4)
• Consent calendar: Echo Estates Zoning Recommendation Reasoned Decision (ANNX-24-5)
• Impact Fee Assessment for 2023-2024 presented as a staff report
• Consent calendar: Meeting minutes from September 9, 20225

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to postpone the public hearing for McGuire Annexation File ANNX-25-4 to November 12, 2025. The motion was carried with unanimous Yes votes from Commissioners Schrotthauer, Schreiber, Wilhelm, and Kimball. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included the September 9 minutes, the Harvest Meadows PUD, and the Echo Estates zoning recommendation, again unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Postponed McGuire Annexation hearing to Nov 12, 2025 (unanimous Yes)
• Approved consent calendar items (Sept 9 minutes, Harvest Meadows PUD, Echo Estates zoning) (unanimous Yes)

City Council

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including two annexation reasoned decisions, hold public hearings on a vacation request and a community development block grant update, and take up new business such as a work change directive for the Prairie Trail Extension, a Transportation Master Plan contract amendment, and acceptance of a county deed for the Centennial Trail property.

• Lingar Annexation Reasoned Decision (ANNX-24-11)
• Painted Rock Annexation Reasoned Decision (ANNX-25-3)
• O'Brien Vacation (VAC-25-1) public hearing
• Prairie Trail Extension – Zorros Rd. to SH41 – Work Change Directive #1
• Acceptance of County Deed to Centennial Trail Property

The council accepted the county deed transferring a 6.228‑acre parcel of the Centennial Trail to the city. It also approved a utility easement vacation at 1501 E. Tammy Dr., a work‑change directive for the Prairie Trail extension, a contract amendment for the Transportation Master Plan, and the consent calendar. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved Consent Calendar (Davis, Plew, Westlund, Ziegler, Malloy, Steigleder – all Aye)
• Approved O'Brien Vacation File No. VAC-25-1 (Plew, Westlund, Ziegler, Malloy, Steigleder, Davis – all Aye)
• Approved Prairie Trail Extension Work Change Directive #1 (Ziegler, Malloy, Steigleder, Davis, Plew, Westlund – all Aye)
• Approved Transportation Master Plan Contract Amendment #3 ($27,782) (Malloy, Steigleder, Davis, Plew, Westlund, Ziegler – all Aye)
• Approved acceptance of County Deed to Centennial Trail property (Steigleder, Davis, Plew, Westlund, Ziegler, Malloy – all Aye)

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The commission will receive updates on park construction and temporary vendors. Members will also hold a discussion regarding community engagement.

• Park construction update from Parks Planner Robbie Quinn
• Temporary vendor update from Parks and Recreation Director Dave Fair
• Community engagement discussion

The commission reviewed progress on Warren Road Frontage, Montrose sports complex, Black Bay parking lot, Prairie Trail, and upcoming projects. A temporary vendor permit system was reported as successful. Members discussed ideas to improve community engagement and communication.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on a compensation survey at 5:00 PM, followed by the regular meeting at 6:00 PM. At the regular meeting, the Council will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2026 fee resolution, awarding a contract for the Ross Point Road cycle track, and authorizing a sole source procurement for water reclamation facility solids handling improvements. Other items include a proclamation and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Fiscal Year 2026 Fee Resolution
• Ross Point Road Cycle Track - Award of Contract
• Water Reclamation Facility Solids Handling Improvements - Sole Source Procurement
• Update to Rules of Procedure for Meetings and Public Hearings
• Proclamation - National Service Dog Month

The council approved a sole‑source procurement for a water reclamation facility solids handling improvement. It adopted the FY 2026 fee resolution and updated the rules of procedure for meetings and public hearings. The Ross Point Road cycle track contract was approved, and the council entered a brief executive session.

• Approved Water Reclamation Facility sole‑source procurement (5-0)
• Approved FY 2026 Fee Resolution (5-0)
• Approved Update to Rules of Procedure for Meetings and Public Hearings (5-0)
• Approved Ross Point Road Cycle Track contract, not‑to‑exceed $134,595 (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to consider personnel matters (4-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission will consider final actions on consent calendar items including meeting minutes and reasoned decisions for subdivisions and special use permits. The meeting also includes public hearings on a PUD and subdivision, and an annexation.

• River City Corners Subdivision (SUBD-25-1)
• G2 Development Annexation (ANNX-25-2)
• Harvest Meadows PUD and Subdivision (PUD-25-2, SUBD-25-4)
• Echo Estates Annexation (ANNX-24-5)
• Poleline & Zorros Special Use Permit (SUP-25-3)

The Planning and Zoning Commission adopted the consent calendar after one member abstained. The commission approved the Harvest Meadows Planned Unit Development (PUD) and its subdivision, adding several conditions such as a play structure and HOA maintenance funding. A public hearing was opened for the Echo Estates annexation request, but no decision was made. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent calendar items (5 Yes, 1 abstain)
• Approved Harvest Meadows PUD File No. PUD-25-2 (6 Yes)
• Approved Harvest Meadows Subdivision File No. SUBD-25-4 (6 Yes)
• Public hearing opened for Echo Estates Annexation File No. ANNX-24-5 (9.72 acres)

City Council

The City Council will continue deliberation on the FY 2026 budget and consider adoption of the budget ordinance, a resolution reserving foregone taxing authority, and a fee resolution. Other action items include a contract for decommissioning the Guy Road lift station and gravity sewer project, and updates to rules of procedure for meetings and public hearings. The agenda also includes a workshop on the Spokane Street Water Tower.

• Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Ordinance and related fee resolution
• Resolution reserving foregone taxing authority for FY 2026
• Additional services for Guy Road Lift Station Decommissioning and Gravity Sewer Project
• Updates to Rules of Procedure for Meetings and Public Hearings
• Executive session to consider personnel matters (Idaho Code 74-206(b))

The council approved the consent calendar, adopted the FY 2026 budget and the accompanying annual appropriation ordinance allocating $165,432,629, and approved the FY 2026 fee resolution. It also authorized a $5,100 amendment for the Guy Road lift‑station project and adopted updates to the city’s rules of procedure, including a change to the spokesperson testimony deadline. All motions carried with the listed members voting aye.

• Approved Consent Calendar (all six members voted aye)
• Approved FY 2026 Budget (six members voted aye)
• Placed FY 2026 Budget Ordinance on first reading (six members voted aye)
• Approved FY 2026 Budget Ordinance appropriating $165,432,629 (six members voted aye)
• Approved FY 2026 Fee Resolution (six members voted aye)
• Approved $5,100 amendment for Guy Road Lift Station project (six members voted aye)
• Approved Updates to Rules of Procedure, changing spokesperson testimony deadline to 4 business days (six members voted aye)

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks and Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission meeting set for August 26, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be considered, and the commission will reconvene on September 23, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2026 Budget and Fee schedules. The body will also consider two annexation requests and several final plat applications.

• FY 2026 Budget and Foregone Hearing
• FY 2026 Fee Hearing
• Painted Rock Annexation (ANNX-25-3)
• Lingar Annexation (ANNX-24-11)
• Crown Reserve Phase 1 Addendum III to the Construction Improvement Agreement

The council accepted the consent calendar after a unanimous vote. It approved the Painted Rock Annexation (ANNX‑25‑3), assigning it R‑2 medium‑density residential zoning and requiring a development agreement that limits the project to single‑family detached homes, includes a crosswalk, and ensures road safety. The motion passed with five votes in favor and none against.

• Approved consent calendar (6‑0)
• Approved Painted Rock Annexation (5‑0)
• Removed Executive Session from agenda
• Announced public open house for Transportation Master Plan (Aug 28, 4‑7 pm)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Painted Rock Subdivision (File No. SUBD-25-3). The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes and special use permits for Soaring Learners (SUP-25-4) and Hope & Zorros/Early Dawn & Zorros (SUP-24-7 & SUP-25-2). The meeting also allows for citizen comments on non-agenda items and old business discussion.

• Public hearing on Painted Rock Subdivision (SUBD-25-3)
• Consent calendar: Soaring Learners special use permit (SUP-25-4)
• Consent calendar: Hope & Zorros/Early Dawn & Zorros special use permits (SUP-24-7 & SUP-25-2)
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 8 and July 29, 2025
• Citizen issues section for non-agenda public comments

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Painted Rock Subdivision, File No. SUBD-25-3, subject to staff‑proposed conditions. The motion carried with votes from Commissioners Carey, Schreiber, Schlotthauer, Wilhelm, Walton, and Steffensen (6‑0). The commission also approved the consent calendar items—including two meeting minutes and two special‑use permits—unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent calendar items (Meeting Minutes 07/08/2025, 07/29/2025, Reason Decision Soaring Learners File SUP-25-4, Hope & Zorros/Early Dawn & Zorros Special Use Permits Files SUP-24-7 & SUP-25-2) – unanimous Yes vote
• Approved Painted Rock Subdivision (File SUBD-25-3) with conditions 1‑14 – vote 6‑0 (Yes)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the FY2026 budget and vote on several ordinances and agreements. The session includes a public hearing regarding a vacation for Villa Point North.

• Fiscal year 2026 budget resolution
• Public hearing: Vacation - Villa Point North File No VAC-25-2
• Ordinance - MVBC Annexation File No. ANNX-23-6
• Ordinance - Title 18 Frontage Improvement Code Amendment
• Memorandum of Understanding with Post Falls School District #273

The council approved its routine consent calendar and a vacation of a utility easement at Villa Point North. Several ordinances were adopted, including the MVBC annexation and a Title 18 frontage improvement code amendment. Major contracts were authorized for the Public Works Operations Center, wastewater treatment amendment, Prairie Trail extension, and the FY 2026 budget limit.

• Consent calendar approved (Steigleder abstained on item e; others Aye)
• Vacation of Villa Point North easement approved (Plew, Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund, Steigleder Aye)
• MVBC Annexation Ordinance (ANNX‑23‑6) approved (Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund, Plew Aye; Steigleder abstain)
• Title 18 Frontage Improvement Code Amendment approved (Ziegler, Westlund, Steigleder, Plew, Malloy Aye)
• Public Works Operations Center design contract $721,707 approved (Westlund, Steigleder, Plew, Malloy, Ziegler Aye)
• WRF Tertiary Treatment contract amendment $2,000 approved (Steigleder, Plew, Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund Aye)
• Prairie Trail extension amendment $104,500 approved (Plew, Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund, Steigleder Aye)
• FY 2026 budget resolution (publication of highest limit) approved (Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund, Steigleder, Plew Aye)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development projects. The body will consider a special use permit and subdivision for River City Corners, as well as an annexation, zone change, and subdivision for G2 Development.

• River City Corners Special Use Permit & Subdivision (SUP-25-1 & SUBD-25-1)
• G2 Development Annexation, Zone Change and Subdivision (ANNX-25-2, ZC-25-1, SUBD-25-2)

The commission held a public hearing on the River City Corners special use permit and subdivision request. Staff presented the application and the public provided testimony for and against the project. The commission found the subdivision generally compliant with review criteria and noted that the seven conditions of approval apply to the subdivision, while the special use permit will be considered separately. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission is holding a workshop to conduct site visits. Members will review construction and tree health at two city parks.

• Construction and tree health review at Warren Playfield
• Construction review at Black Bay Park from the boardwalk to the picnic shelter

The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission toured Warren Playfield and Black Bay Park, reviewing construction progress and tree health. Members discussed the near‑completion of the road frontage at Warren and the need for signage to address parking use. At Black Bay, Phase 1 improvements were noted as complete while the boardwalk remains 5 % finished and a future playground is being staged. No votes or formal actions were recorded.

City Council

The Post Falls City Council will hold a workshop on funding priorities and a regular meeting to approve routine payables, a surplus vehicle declaration, and a construction agreement. The Council will also consider a text amendment for frontage improvements and vote on the rehabilitation of the Spokane Street and Poleline Avenue roundabout.

• Budget: Funding Priorities (Workshop)
• Payables 07/02/25 - 07/16/25
• Request to Declare City Vehicles Surplus
• Westfork Townhomes Construction Improvement Agreement
• Spokane Street and Poleline Avenue Roundabout Rehabilitation

The City Council accepted the consent calendar, approving routine items such as the July 1 minutes, recent payables, a surplus vehicle declaration, the Westfork Townhomes agreement, and the Mongeau Meadows final plat. It then adopted the Frontage Improvements Text Amendment (TA‑25‑1) to modify municipal code Section 18.24.020(F). The Council also approved the Spokane Street and Poleline Avenue Roundabout Rehabilitation contract with Interstate Concrete for $167,080.75. Finally, the Council entered an executive session to discuss real‑property acquisition and pending litigation matters.

• Approved consent calendar items (minutes, payables, vehicle surplus, Westfork Townhomes agreement, Mongeau Meadows plat) (4‑aye vote)
• Approved Frontage Improvements Text Amendment TA‑25‑1 (4‑aye vote)
• Approved Spokane Street and Poleline Avenue Roundabout Rehabilitation contract with Interstate Concrete (4‑aye vote)
• Entered executive session on real‑property and litigation topics (4‑aye vote)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings on four special use permit applications (Soaring Learners, Hope & Zorros, Early Dawn & Zorros, Poleline & Zorros). The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes, zoning recommendations for the Lingar and Painted Rock annexations, and a reasoned decision for the Harvest Meadows PUD. No old business is listed.

• Public hearings on Special Use Permit Soaring Learners (SUP-25-4)
• Public hearings on Special Use Permit Hope & Zorros (SUP-24-7)
• Public hearings on Special Use Permit Early Dawn & Zorros (SUP-25-2)
• Public hearings on Special Use Permit Poleline & Zorros (SUP-25-3)
• Consent calendar items: meeting minutes, zoning recommendations for Lingar Annexation (ANNX-24-11) and Painted Rock Annexation (ANNX-25-3), and reasoned decision for Harvest Meadows PUD (PUD-25-1)

The commission approved the consent calendar with all five members voting Yes. It also approved the Special Use Permit for Soaring Learners (file No SUP-25-4) after a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other items were decided at this meeting.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0)
• Approved Soaring Learners Special Use Permit (5-0)

City Council

The Post Falls City Council will hold a workshop on water reclamation impact fees before the regular meeting. During the regular meeting, they will consider a professional services agreement with J-U-B Engineers for solids handling improvements at the water reclamation facility, an amendment to the impact fee study agreement with Welch Comer, and a resolution to establish a C-PACE program. Several routine items are on the consent calendar.

• Workshop on Water Reclamation Impact Fees
• Amendment 1 to Impact Fee Study Agreement with Welch Comer for Phase II Services
• Resolution establishing a C-PACE program
• Professional Services Agreement with J-U-B Engineers for Water Reclamation Facility Solids Handling Improvements
• Acceptance of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2024

The City Council voted to approve Amendment 1 to the Impact Fee Study Agreement with Welch Comer for Phase II services, allocating $62,300. The Council also adopted a resolution establishing a C‑PACE financing program. In addition, the council accepted the FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and approved routine items on the consent calendar.

• Approved Amendment 1 to Impact Fee Study Agreement ($62,300) (6‑aye)
• Approved Resolution establishing a C‑PACE program (6‑aye)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2024 (6‑aye)
• Approved Consent Calendar items including minutes, accounts payable, cash investments, and disposal of police office chairs (6‑aye)

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a date change for the July meeting, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss the policy for commercial use temporary vendors. Staff will also provide updates on upcoming special events and the Brightly Software implementation.

• Action item: July meeting date change
• Consent calendar: approval of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Unfinished business: discussion of Commercial Use Temporary Vendors
• Staff report: upcoming Parks & Recreation special events
• Staff report: Brightly Software Implementation Update

The commission addressed the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Zibell-Wolf moved to approve the minutes and Commissioner Noyes seconded the motion. The minutes do not record a vote tally or final approval outcome.

• Motion to approve May 27 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Zibell-Wolf, seconded by Noyes) – outcome not recorded

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including the Idaho Ranch annexation (ANNX-24-8) with a reasoned decision and annexation agreement, a public hearing to establish a C-PACE program, and the award of a contract for the Prairie Trail Extension from Zorros Road to SH41. Other items include approval of consent calendar items like the Killdeer Meadows Subdivision improvement agreement and the Estates at Waterstone final plat, as well as new business on a Treaty Rock right-of-way validation and a North Idaho Special Assistant US Attorney initiative. A workshop on the Comprehensive Plan kickoff will precede the regular meeting.

• Idaho Ranch Annexation (ANNX-24-8) – reasoned decision and annexation agreement
• Public hearing to establish a C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) program
• Prairie Trail Extension – Zorros Rd. to SH41 – award of contract
• Killdeer Meadows Subdivision Construction Improvement Agreement
• Memorandum of Understanding with East Greenacres Irrigation District for Guy Road Lift Station decommissioning and Fisher Gravity Sewer Project

The council approved a Commercial Property Assessed Capital Expenditure (C‑PACE) program to enable private financing for energy and water upgrades on commercial properties. It denied the proposed $89,100 communications plan contract, tabled the citizen handbook proposal, and approved a memorandum of understanding with East Greenacres Irrigation District for the Guy Road lift‑station project. The consent calendar items were also accepted.

• Approved C‑PACE program (6 Ayes, motion by Malloy, second by Ziegler)
• Denied City of Post Falls Communications Plan Proposal (5 Ayes, 1 Nay, motion by Malloy, second by Steigleder)
• Tabled Citizen Handbook Publication Proposal (6 Ayes, motion by Malloy, second by Ziegler)
• Approved MOU with East Greenacres Irrigation District for Guy Road Lift Station Decommissioning (6 Ayes, motion by Malloy, second by Ziegler)
• Accepted Consent Calendar items (6 Ayes, motion by Malloy, second by Westlund)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a planned unit development, an annexation, and a text amendment. The body will also review meeting minutes from May 13, 2025.

• Harvest Meadows PUD & Subdivision (File Nos PUD-25-4 & SUBD-25-1)
• Painted Rock Annexation (File No ANNX-25-3)
• Text Amendment PFMC Title 18.24.020F (File No TA-25-1)

The commission voted to approve the consent calendar, with all six members voting yes. No other formal actions were taken; a public hearing on the Harvest Meadows Planned Unit Development and subdivision was opened for discussion but no decision was recorded. The commission also announced a joint City Council‑Commission workshop for the Comprehensive Plan update on June 17, 2025.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0 vote)
• Opened public hearing on Harvest Meadows PUD & Subdivision (discussion, no decision)
• Scheduled joint workshop for Comprehensive Plan kickoff (June 17, 2025)

City Council

The City Council will consider several annexation agreements and subdivision plats, including the Foxtail 11th and 12th additions. The body is also deciding on a fee resolution update and a real property exchange at Mullan Ave. and Lincoln St.

• Annexation decisions for Briner, Elfers, Steckman, Early Dawn & Zorros, and Poleline & Zorros
• Foxtail 11th and 12th Addition Final Subdivision Plats
• Fiscal Year 2025 Fee Resolution Update
• Real Property Exchange at the SW Corner of Mullan Ave. and Lincoln St.
• Lundy Blvd. Waterline Extension Project recommendation of award

The City Council approved an amendment to the Pleasant View Annexation Development and Agreement, removing previous infrastructure obligations. It also approved a real‑property exchange of a .20‑acre strip at Mullan Ave. and Lincoln St. for a waterline easement. The council adopted the FY 2025 fee resolution update and a resolution of intent to establish a C‑PACE program. The consent calendar was accepted without objection.

• Approved consent calendar (6‑0)
• Approved Pleasant View annexation amendment (6‑0)
• Approved real‑property exchange at Mullan Ave. & Lincoln St. (6‑0)
• Approved FY2025 fee resolution update (6‑0)
• Approved resolution to establish C‑PACE program (6‑0)

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission will review routine consent‑calendar items and hear citizen comments. It will conduct the election of Chair and Vice Chair and provide an update on the Falls Park dam construction. Staff reports will cover the summer BBQ, the department head recruitment process, and the Urban Forester's monthly report.

• Consent calendar routine approvals
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Falls Park – dam construction update
• Summer BBQ event planning
• Department head recruitment process

The commission approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. Commissioners unanimously elected Geena Hall as Chair and Devon Braithwaite as Vice Chair. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved minutes from 04/22/25 (vote held)
• Elected Geena Hall as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Devon Braithwaite as Vice Chair (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on salary survey at 5pm, followed by a regular meeting at 6pm. Action items include a consent calendar with routine approvals, unfinished business on a contract amendment for Spokane Street Rehabilitation and a zone change ordinance for Shawver Autobody, and new business on Prairie Trail Extension and railroad quiet zones.

• Ordinance for Shawver Autobody zone change (File ZC-24-1)
• Contract amendment with Welch Comer Engineers for Spokane Street Rehabilitation
• Prairie Trail Extension from Zorros Road to SH41
• Appointment of Len Crosby and Jerry Lyon to the Industrial Development Corporation
• Wastewater Capacity Replacement Fee Agreement for Westwood Brewing Co. at 6180 E. Seltice Way

The City Council approved the appointment of Len Crosby and Jerry Lyon to the Industrial Development Corporation. The Council also approved an $8,000 contract amendment with Welch Comer Engineers for the Spokane Street Rehabilitation Project. No action was taken on the railroad quiet zone proposal. City Hall and business offices will be closed on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day.

• Approved appointment of Len Crosby and Jerry Lyon to the Industrial Development Corporation (6-0)
• Approved $8,000 contract amendment with Welch Comer Engineers for Spokane Street Rehabilitation Project (6-0)
• Did not adopt railroad quiet zone feasibility study (no vote recorded)
• Closed City Hall and business offices on May 26 for Memorial Day (administrative action)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a workshop to discuss the FY 2026 Budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• FY 2026 Budget Workshop

The council met on May 15, 2025 to begin discussion of the fiscal year 2026 budget. Members reviewed department needs, an overview of municipal budgeting in Idaho, a preliminary revenue forecast, and council priorities. No motions were voted on or decisions recorded.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider consent calendar items including approval of minutes from April 8, 2025, and a reasoned decision for The Arc Subdivision (SUBD-24-10). No public hearings or old business items are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Consent calendar approval of meeting minutes from April 8, 2025
• Consent calendar approval of The Arc Subdivision Reasoned Decision SUBD-24-10

The Planning and Zoning Commission accepted the consent calendar as presented, which included the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the Arc Subdivision Reasoned Decision (SUBD‑24‑10). The motion was made by Commissioner Walton, seconded by Commissioner Carey, and all six members voted Yes. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved consent calendar items (April 8 minutes, Arc Subdivision decision) – vote 6‑0

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on the Transportation Master Plan at 5:00 PM, followed by the regular meeting at 6:00 PM. The regular agenda includes a public hearing on proposed fee increases and new fees, consent items including the Killdeer Annexation rights-of-way and equipment disposal, and several action items such as construction agreements for Warren Field Park road frontage, a police parking lot improvement contract, and an exchange of real property at Mullan and Lincoln.

• Public hearing on fee increases and new fees
• Killdeer Annexation Grant of Rights-of-Way and Easements (ANNX-24-4)
• Construction Agreement for Warren Field Park Road Frontage Improvements
• Police Department Parking Lot Improvements
• Declaration of Intent to Exchange Real Property - SW Corner of Mullan Ave. and Lincoln St.

The council approved a package of fee increases for various city services after a public hearing. It also approved the construction agreement for Warren Field Park Road Frontage Improvements, including a $302,304 bid and a $30,230 contingency. The Killdeer Annexation ordinance was placed on the agenda and then approved. All motions passed with unanimous ayes.

• Consent calendar accepted (Steigleder, Plew, Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund, Davis – Ayes) – Motion Carried
• Approved fee increases and new fees (Plew, Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund, Davis, Steigleder – Ayes) – Motion Carried
• Approved construction agreement for Warren Field Park Road Frontage Improvements (Malloy, Ziegler, Westlund, Davis, Steigleder, Plew – Ayes) – Motion Carried
• Placed Killdeer Annexation ordinance on first reading (Ziegler, Westlund, Davis, Steigleder, Plew, Malloy – Ayes) – Motion Carried
• Approved Killdeer Annexation ordinance (Ziegler, Westlund-Aue, Davis, Steigleder, Plew, Malloy – Ayes) – Motion Carried

City Council

This is a workshop-only meeting with no formal decisions or public hearings. The sole agenda item is a discussion on good governance. No ordinances, contracts, or votes are scheduled.

• Workshop discussion on Good Governance

The Post Falls City Council met at 5:30 PM in the 2nd‑floor conference room. Deputy City Administrator Warren Wilson and City Attorney Field Herrington presented a workshop on good governance, roles, responsibilities, and meeting procedures. No motions were made and no votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned.

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several park projects and policies. Topics include concept designs for Crown Reserve Park, a construction improvement agreement for Foxtail Park, and guidelines for transitory parks concessions. Staff also will provide updates on parks and urban forestry. No formal votes are expected at this workshop.

• Crown Reserve Park concepts discussion
• Foxtail Park construction improvement agreement
• Transitory parks concession guidelines and permitting
• Parks update and urban forestry staff report

The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission reviewed concepts for Crown Reserve Park, the Foxtail Park construction agreement, and guidelines for mobile vendors in parks. Updates were given on a fire at Chase Field, ongoing seal‑coat projects, and urban forestry activities. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Post Falls City Council will discuss the Pleasant View Urban Renewal District and consider two annexation requests (Briner and Idaho Ranch) during public hearings. Other business includes adoption of a personnel policy, approval of a salary survey contract with OmniaHR, and a playground purchase for Warren Field Park.

• Workshop discussion of Pleasant View Urban Renewal District and existing/potential districts
• Public hearing on Briner Annexation (File No. ANNX-24-7)
• Public hearing on Idaho Ranch Annexation (File No. ANNX-24-8)
• Playground purchase for Warren Field Park
• Appointment of Devon Braithwaite to the Parks and Recreation Commission

The council approved Devon Braithwaite's appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission and adopted the consent calendar with an amendment to the minutes. It voted to deny the annexation of a 4.63‑acre parcel at McGuire and Poleline (Briner Annexation). The AmeriCorp Grant item (6b) was removed from the agenda.

• Approved Devon Braithwaite appointment to Parks and Recreation Commission (5‑aye)
• Approved consent calendar amendment to minutes (5‑aye)
• Denied Briner Annexation of 4.63 acres (3‑aye, 2‑nay)
• Removed AmeriCorp Grant (Item 6b) from agenda

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider routine consent‑calendar items, including approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and a zoning recommendation for the Idaho Ranch annexation (File No. ANNX-24-8). The commission will hold a public hearing on the Lingar annexation (File No. ANNX-24-11). A portion of the meeting is reserved for citizen comments, though no action can be taken on those comments at this time.

• Approve March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Consider Idaho Ranch Annexation zoning recommendation (File No. ANNX-24-8)
• Public hearing on Lingar Annexation (File No. ANNX-24-11)
• Unfinished/old business items (previously discussed matters)
• Citizen issues – 5‑minute public comments (no immediate action)

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of the Lingar Annexation (File No. ANNX-24-11) with a medium‑density residential (R2) zoning designation. The motion was made by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Wilhelm, and passed unanimously (6‑0). The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Recommend approval of Lingar Annexation File ANNX-24-11 with R2 zoning (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing a settlement in the City's litigation against GVD Partners and Redtail Construction. A closed executive session is scheduled first to discuss legal ramifications of pending or imminent litigation. No final action will be taken during the executive session.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) to discuss pending litigation
• Action item: Settlement authorization in City v. GVD Partners and Redtail Construction

The council voted to enter an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f), with four members voting aye. The council also approved the settlement authorization for the City v. GVD Partners and Redtail Construction litigation, authorizing Council Member Ziegler to sign, with five members voting aye.

• Motion to enter executive session carried (Westlund, Malloy, Davis, Ziegler Aye)
• Settlement authorization for City v. GVD Partners and Redtail Construction approved (Malloy, Davis, Westlund, Ziegler, Steigleder Aye)

City Council

The council will hold a workshop on the 2025 Personnel Policy Manual before the regular meeting. During the regular meeting, the council will consider proclamations, consent items, public hearings on two annexations (Steckman and Elfer's), and unfinished business including a contract amendment for the Spokane Street and Poleline Avenue roundabout. The council will also enter executive session to discuss litigation, then return to authorize a settlement in the city's lawsuit against GVD Partners and Redtail Construction.

• Workshop on 2025 Personnel Policy Manual
• Public hearings for Steckman Annexation (ANNX-24-09) and Elfer's Annexation (ANNX-24-10)
• Spokane Street Rehabilitation contract amendment with Welch Comer Engineers for roundabout
• Settlement authorization in lawsuit against GVD Partners and Redtail Construction
• Appointment of Deborah Patterson to Parks and Recreation Commission

The City Council approved the appointment of Deborah Patterson to the Parks and Recreation Commission with all five present members voting aye. A motion to move the Executive Session to the agenda was also carried unanimously. The consent calendar items were accepted by a unanimous vote of the council members present.

• Approved appointment of Deborah Patterson to Parks and Recreation Commission (5 ayes)
• Approved motion to move Executive Session to agenda (5 ayes)
• Accepted consent calendar as presented (5 ayes)

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for March 26, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers has been canceled. The agenda and meeting materials will not be discussed.

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

This meeting was canceled because not enough commissioners were present to form a quorum. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Post Falls City Council will hold a workshop on CityLink before the regular meeting. The consent calendar includes the Killdeer Annexation and a compact track loader purchase. Unfinished business covers a housing needs analysis and an MOU for Seltice Way rehabilitation. New business includes C-PACE financing, a park agreement, and a comprehensive plan update, while old business considers a settlement in the GVD Partners litigation.

• Killdeer Annexation (ANNX-24-4) reasoned decision and development agreement
• Post Falls Housing Needs Analysis Report
• Memorandum of Understanding with East Greenacres Irrigation District for Seltice Way Rehabilitation Project
• C-PACE Financing Program
• Settlement Authorization in City v. GVD Partners and Redtail Construction litigation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on a consent calendar that includes approval of February 27 meeting minutes and zoning recommendations for three annexation requests: Steckman (ANNX-24-9), Elfer (ANNX-24-10), and Briner (ANNX-24-7). No public hearings or other action items are scheduled.

• Zoning recommendation for Steckman Annexation (ANNX-24-9)
• Zoning recommendation for Elfer's Annexation (ANNX-24-10)
• Zoning recommendation for Briner Annexation (ANNX-24-7)
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 27, 2025

City Council

The Post Falls City Council will hold public hearings on a zone change for Gabrio Estates Duplexes and a vacation of Warren Field Park. The council also considers contract amendments for Spokane Street Rehabilitation, professional services for Ross Point Road Cycle Track, and agreements for Prairie Trail. Consent items include a subdivision master development agreement and recruitment contracts. A workshop on facilities plan implementation precedes the meeting.

• Gabrio Estates Duplexes Zone Change (ZC-24-2) public hearing
• Warren Field Park Vacation (VAC-24-2) public hearing
• Spokane Street Rehabilitation contract amendment with Welch Comer Engineers
• Ross Point Road Cycle Track Professional Services Agreement
• Prairie Trail Crossing license with Post Falls Highway District

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: Idaho Ranch File No. ANNX-24-8 and The Arc File No. SUBD-24-10. The meeting also includes routine consent‑calendar actions, including approval of the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes. No action will be taken on citizen‑issued issues raised during the meeting. The commission will also address any unfinished or old business carried over from prior meetings.

• Public hearing – Idaho Ranch File No. ANNX-24-8
• Public hearing – The Arc File No. SUBD-24-10
• Consent calendar – approval of Meeting Minutes 02-11-2025

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a presentation on impact fees from Melissa Cleveland. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from January 28. Staff reports from the forester and director are also scheduled.

• Presentation on Impact Fees - Melissa Cleveland
• Monthly Forester's Report - Preston Hill
• Director's Report - Dave Fair
• Approval of minutes from January 28th
• Staff introductions for Traci Stevenson and Preston Hill

City Council

The Post Falls City Council will hold a workshop to discuss department head recruitment, review mayor and council salaries, engage in long-range financial planning, and set priorities for the FY 2026 budget. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Department head recruitment process
• Mayor and council salary review
• Long-range financial planning
• FY 2026 budget priorities

City Council

The Post Falls City Council will hold a workshop on affordable housing with Habitat for Humanity, followed by a regular meeting that includes consent calendar items, public hearings on two annexations (Early Dawn & Zorros and Poleline & Zorros), and several action items. Key decisions include a Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment #2, ordinances on police access in exigent circumstances and prohibiting disruption of city government operations, and contracts for road and sewer improvements.

• Workshop on affordable housing with Habitat for Humanity
• Public hearings on annexations ANNX-24-1 (Early Dawn & Zorros) and ANNX-24-2 (Poleline & Zorros)
• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment #2
• Ordinance on Police Access in Exigent Circumstances
• Ordinance Prohibiting Disruption or Obstruction of City Government Operations and Offices

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three annexation requests and one subdivision. The body will also review a reasoned decision for the Crown Reserve Subdivision.

• Briner Annexation and Spyglass Subdivision (ANNX-24-7 & SUBD-24-9)
• Steckman Annexation (ANNX-24-9)
• Elfers Annexation (ANNX-24-10)
• Crown Reserve Subdivision Reasoned Decision (SUBD-24-5)

City Council

The City Council will first hold a workshop on the Water Reclamation Facility tertiary treatment project update. At the regular meeting, public hearings are scheduled for the Gabrio Estates Duplexes zone change (ZC-24-2), the Killdeer Annexation (ANNX-24-4), and an ordinance on police access in exigent circumstances. Other business includes reappointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission, approval of several development agreements and final plats on the consent calendar, and a second reading of an ordinance prohibiting disruption of city government operations.

• Public hearing: Gabrio Estates Duplexes zone change (ZC-24-2)
• Public hearing: Killdeer Annexation (ANNX-24-4)
• Public hearing: ordinance on police access in exigent circumstances
• Consent calendar includes Westfork Townhomes development agreement, multiple final plats, and contract renewal with Sylint, LLC
• Unfinished business: ordinance prohibiting disruption of city government operations

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will receive an update on Phase I of the Impact Fee Study. This is a discussion item only; no public hearings or decisions are scheduled. The meeting follows standard procedural items including call to order and roll call.

• Phase I Impact Fee Study update

Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission will meet to discuss merging their meetings with the Urban Forestry Commission. The agenda includes approving minutes, adopting minimum standards, and reviewing park projects.

• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024
• Adoption of Minimum Standards
• Discussion of merging meetings with Urban Forestry
• Park Projects Update
• New Activities Brochure

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review data findings, survey results, and draft strategies. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session focuses on presentation, Q&A, and public feedback via sticky notes and an online platform.

• Presentation of data findings with Q&A
• Discussion of survey results
• Review of draft strategies
• Public feedback session using sticky notes and online voting

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address a vacancy for Council Seat #2. The body will interview candidates and proceed with the nomination, confirmation, and swearing-in of the Mayor's appointment.

• Interviews for Council Seat #2
• Nomination and confirmation of Mayor's appointment for Council Seat #2
• Oath of office for Council Seat #2

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a consent calendar including approval of meeting minutes and reasoned decisions for Westfork Townhomes (SUBD-24-6) and Killdeer Meadows (SUBD-24-8). The agenda also includes a land use training workshop, commission comment, and adjournment. All items on this agenda are routine or procedural.

• Consent calendar item b: Westfork Townhomes reasoned decision (SUBD-24-6)
• Consent calendar item c: Killdeer Meadows reasoned decision (SUBD-24-8)
• Land use training workshop
• Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on FY 2025 Budget Amendment No. 2. The consent calendar includes several annexations and zone changes, such as Mongeau Meadows Annexation and Shawver Autobody Zone Change. Additionally, the council will enter executive session to discuss litigation involving GVD Partners and Redtail Construction.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 Budget Amendment No. 2
• Mongeau Meadows Annexation Agreement (ANNX-24-3)
• Shawver Autobody Zone Change Reasoned Decision (ZC-24-1)
• Mountain View Bible Church Annexation Reasoned Decision (ANNX-23-6)
• Authorization for mediation participation in City v. GVD Partners and Redtail Construction litigation