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Stanwood public meetings in 2022

50 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 8, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to vote on 2023-2024 Biennial Budget

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the 2023-2024 Biennial Budget via Ordinance 1509. The body will also consider updates to the Financial Management Policy and a supplemental contract for the Public Defender.

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✓ Decided: Stanwood City Council adopts 2023-2024 Biennial Budget

The City Council approved a two-year budget with a total appropriation of $74,216,418. The council also updated the city's financial management policy and extended a contract for indigent defense services.

Thu Dec 8, 2022 · 00:00

Public Safety Committee

Committee considers $3,750 payment to public safety coalition

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing a staff recommendation to support the Cities of Snohomish Public Safety Coalition. The body is also receiving general updates from the police and fire departments, including the November 2022 Compstat report.

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Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 00:00

Public Works and Parks Committee

Public Works Committee reviews Dish Wireless lease and street vacations

The committee is reviewing a site lease agreement with Dish Wireless LLC for a 5G facility on a city water tank. The body is also considering several street vacation requests and a utility easement for Inland Steel.

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✓ Decided: Public Works Committee reviews street vacations and utility requests

The Committee expressed support for several street vacations and a utility easement request. It agreed to forward a Dish Wireless lease agreement to the City Council pending additional information on aesthetics and site security.

Mon Nov 21, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to hold public hearings on 2023 taxes and biennial budget

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2023 Property Tax Levy and the preliminary 2023-2024 Biennial Budget. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan Update.

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✓ Decided: Stanwood City Council approves agenda, vouchers, and payroll

The City Council approved the meeting agenda, vouchers, and payroll checks. The council also approved the minutes from the November 10 regular meeting and the November 3 special workshop.

Mon Nov 21, 2022 · 00:00

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee reviews $5.1 million budget proposal

The committee is discussing a 2023-2024 capital budget proposal and updates to park rules. The meeting includes a property use request for Ovenell Farm and status updates for several city parks and trails.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 00:00

Finance & Personnel Committee

Finance Committee reviews proposed financial management policy updates

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing five recommended updates to the Consolidated Financial Management Policy. These changes aim to establish new reserve requirements, delegate procurement authority, and update contract change order limits.

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Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 00:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Municipal Code and Economic Development draft

The Planning Commission will discuss updates to Municipal Code Titles 1, 2, and 4. The body will also review the draft Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan Update.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission supports storefront improvement program and municipal code updates

The Commission expressed support for a University of Washington storefront improvement program and proposed updates to Municipal Code Titles 1, 2, and 4. Commissioners also reviewed the draft Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan for further review in January.

Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to consider 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan update

The City Council will discuss revenue sources and a multi-year capital improvement plan. The body is also deciding on several agreements, including a lease with Mammoth Burger and design services for the Twin City Mile project.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $799,518 contract for Twin City Mile design services

The City Council authorized several contracts for infrastructure and property cleanup, including a major design agreement for the Twin City Mile project. The council also approved a parking stall lease for Mammoth Burger and relinquished interest in the Rucker Building to Snohomish County.

Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 00:00

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to review Rucker Building interest relinquishment

The Public Safety Committee is discussing police municipal codes for drug paraphernalia and reviewing reports from the police and fire departments. The body is also reviewing an interlocal agreement to release the city's interest in the Rucker Building to Snohomish County.

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✓ Decided: Public Safety Committee discussed Rucker Building ownership and police facility needs

The committee reviewed the transfer of the City's ownership stake in the Rucker Building to Snohomish County via quit claim deed. Members discussed potential future police station needs and the necessity of updating the municipal code regarding drug paraphernalia. No formal votes were recorded.

Thu Nov 3, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to hold workshop on 2023-2024 Budget

The City Council is holding a special workshop meeting. The sole item on the agenda is a discussion regarding the 2023-2024 Budget.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews preliminary 2023-2024 budget and capital projects

The City Council held a special workshop to discuss the preliminary 2023-2024 Budget and the draft 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Discussions focused on cost increases for parks, facilities, the floodwall project, and streets. No formal votes were taken during this workshop meeting.

Thu Oct 27, 2022 · 00:00

Finance & Personnel Committee

Stanwood Finance & Personnel Committee to review Q3 2022 financial report

The committee is meeting to review the 3rd Quarter 2022 Financial Report, which shows general fund expenditures at 64.2% of the budget. The body will also discuss the City Attorney contract, risk management updates, and leak adjustments.

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✓ Decided: Finance & Personnel Committee reviews Q3 report and city attorney contract

The committee reviewed the Q3 Finance Report and the proposed city attorney contract. No changes were recommended for risk management insurance, and a request for leak adjustment policy analysis was rescinded.

Thu Oct 27, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to consider interim mini-storage regulations

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt Ordinance 1507 regarding interim mini-storage development regulations. The body will also review the third quarter 2022 financial report and consider several municipal contracts.

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✓ Decided: City Council passes emergency ordinance restricting mini-storage facilities

The City Council approved an emergency ordinance to limit mini-storage development to meet employment growth targets. The council also authorized several infrastructure contracts and approved the final plat for a 91-lot subdivision.

Fri Oct 21, 2022 · 00:00

Economic Development Board

Economic Development Board reviews Comprehensive Plan policy gaps

The Board is discussing a policy gap analysis for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update to ensure alignment with regional and county planning policies. The meeting also covers business license analytics and a grant application for Glass Quest.

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✓ Decided: Board backs $2K tourism grant for Glass Quest, discusses policy gaps

The Economic Development Board unanimously approved a $2,000 tourism grant for the Great Northwest Glass Quest event, which draws over 4,000 participants. The board also received a presentation on gaps in the city's comprehensive plan related to economic development and land use policies, and discussed a proposed moratorium on new mini-storage businesses to preserve land for job-creating industrial uses. No final decisions were made on the policy gaps or moratorium.

Mon Oct 17, 2022 · 00:00

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee reviews pickleball court construction bids

The committee is reviewing bids for pickleball court installation at Heritage Park and Church Creek Park. Members are also receiving status updates on several city park and trail projects, including the Stanwood Port Susan Trail.

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 00:00

Public Safety Committee

Committee to discuss 2023 law enforcement services contract

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review a 2023 Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between the City of Stanwood and the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) for law enforcement services. The meeting also includes general updates from the police and fire chiefs.

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to discuss 2023-2024 Budget

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2023-2024 Budget.

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Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

City Council to review downtown revitalization and infrastructure projects

The City Council is meeting to authorize several project completions and sign new service contracts. The body will also review recommendations for the Twin City Mile downtown revitalization and a proposed Storefront Improvement Program.

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Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 00:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Comprehensive Plan gaps and updated zoning map

The Planning Commission is reviewing a policy gap analysis for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, specifically regarding land use and economic development. The body will also review a new version of the updated land use zoning map.

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Thu Oct 6, 2022 · 00:00

Community Development Committee

Committee reviews updated land use zoning map and comprehensive plan gaps

The Community Development Committee is reviewing a new land use zoning map and a policy gap analysis for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The body is also considering a proposal to allow performance bonds for subdivision landscaping to reduce replacement costs.

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Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 00:00

Public Works and Parks Committee

Public Works Committee reviews 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan

The committee is reviewing the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for a second time. They will decide whether to recommend the plan for final adoption by the City Council or request alternatives.

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Thu Sep 22, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

City Council considers $6,580 contract to modernize online municipal code

The City Council is meeting to discuss migrating the Stanwood Municipal Code to a new web-based platform to improve mobile accessibility and ADA compliance. The body will also review police reports and approve city vouchers.

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Thu Sep 22, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

City Council to discuss 2023-2024 Operational Budget

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address the 2023-2024 Operational Budget.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 00:00

Planning Commission

Stanwood discusses land use options and municipal code updates

The Planning Commission and Community Development Committee are reviewing three land use alternatives to meet 2044 population and employment targets. The body is also discussing updates to the municipal code's governmental structure and a proposed emergency ordinance regarding storage facilities.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 00:00

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee discusses public farm proposal and park updates

The committee is reviewing a proposal by Andrew Davis for a public farm and receiving status updates on several city parks and trails. The meeting includes discussions on project designs and budget completions for local recreational facilities.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 00:00

Planning Commission

Public meeting for Meadow Hawk 127-lot residential development

The Planning Commission is holding a public meeting regarding the Meadow Hawk Preliminary Planned Residential Development. The proposal seeks to subdivide 29.09 acres into 127 single-family lots. The project includes the construction of streets, sidewalks, and utility infrastructure.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 00:00

Community Development Committee

Stanwood reviews land use options and proposed emergency storage facility ban

The Community Development Committee and Planning Commission are discussing updates to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code. The body is reviewing three land use alternatives to meet 2044 employment targets and proposing a new administrative code structure.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 00:00

Public Works and Parks Committee

Public Works and Parks Committee discusses 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan

The committee is reviewing a proposed list of capital improvements for 2023-2028 to determine if it should be recommended for final adoption by the City Council. The plan includes projects for parks, roads, sewer, stormwater, and water systems to support existing and new development.

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Fri Sep 16, 2022 · 00:00

Economic Development Board

Economic Development Board to review 2023 work plan and board term renewals

The Economic Development Board is meeting to discuss a draft work plan for 2023 and review term renewals for five board members. The session will also include updates on the Storefront Improvement Program and analytics for business licenses and the Discover Stanwood Camano website.

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Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

City Council to review infrastructure project completions and police reports

The City Council is meeting to authorize final acceptance of three infrastructure projects and adopt a resolution designating Stanwood as a Purple Heart City. The body will also receive updates on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code update and review the July police Compstat report.

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Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 00:00

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss School Resource Officer contract and fire reports

The committee will receive a general police update and discuss changes to contracted School Resource Officer services. The body will also review the 2022 Second Quarter Report for the North County Regional Fire Authority.

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Thu Aug 11, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

City Council to discuss Capital Improvement Plan

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

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Thu Aug 11, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council considers becoming a Purple Heart City

The City Council will hear a presentation on designating Stanwood as a Purple Heart City to honor injured or killed service members. The body is also deciding on several public works contracts and a revenue bond ordinance.

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Thu Jul 28, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

City Council to hold public hearings on surplus property and development agreement

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a declaration of surplus property and an amendment to the Von Moos Development Agreement. The body will also discuss the Storefront Improvement Program and recommendations from the Twin City Mile Steering Committee.

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Thu Jul 28, 2022 · 00:00

Finance & Personnel Committee

Finance & Personnel Committee to review Q2 2022 financial report

The committee will review the second quarter 2022 financial report, which indicates that tax collections and operating expenditures are currently on target. The body will also discuss the Electronic Funds Transfer Policy and monthly utility billing.

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Mon Jul 18, 2022 · 00:00

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Committee reviews draft 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Project list for parks

The Parks and Trails Advisory Committee is discussing a draft list of projects for the 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes updates on the Port Susan Trail design and various park facility statuses.

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Fri Jul 15, 2022 · 00:00

Economic Development Board

Economic Development Board to review Twin City Mile recommendations

The Board will discuss recommendations for the Twin City Mile downtown revitalization project, which focuses on the 271st and 270th Street corridors. The meeting also includes reviews of storefront improvements, farmers market outreach, and business license and web analytics.

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Thu Jul 14, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Council considers Transportation Benefit District Levy renewal

The City Council will discuss a ballot proposition for a transportation levy renewal and consider a proposal to increase pay for the mayor and councilmembers. The meeting also includes a presentation on a wastewater treatment award and an executive session regarding network vulnerability.

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Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 00:00

Public Works and Parks Committee

Committee discusses renewing transportation sales tax for November ballot

The Public Works and Parks Committee is reviewing a proposal to renew a 0.2% sales and use tax for 10 years to fund transportation capital improvements. The committee is also discussing the Twin City Mile Project.

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Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 00:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Twin City Mile and Comprehensive Plan updates

The Planning Commission is discussing the Twin City Mile downtown revitalization project and a proposed Storefront Improvement Program. The body is also reviewing a revised schedule and layout for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and analyzing community survey responses regarding city growth.

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Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 00:00

Community Development Committee

Committee reviews Twin City Mile downtown revitalization and zoning updates

The Community Development Committee is discussing the Twin City Mile project to improve downtown infrastructure and a proposed grant program for storefront improvements. The body is also reviewing potential zoning consolidations and land use changes for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update.

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 · 00:00

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss police service contract renewal

The committee will review a general police update and the renewal of the Interlocal Agreement for police services. Discussions include risk management fees, contract negotiations, and body-worn cameras.

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Thu Jun 23, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

City Council to hold public hearing on Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Resolution 2022-08 for the 2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes employee recognition awards and reports from city committees.

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Mon Jun 20, 2022 · 00:00

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Parks and Trails Advisory Committee to discuss Church Creek Park disc golf

The committee will discuss disc golf at Church Creek Park and receive updates on the Parks and Recreation Feasibility Study implementation. Members will also review status reports for several city park and trail projects.

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Fri Jun 17, 2022 · 00:00

Economic Development Board

Economic Development Board reviews transit plans and community survey results

The board is discussing the 2024 Community Transit Network plan and reviewing initial public survey results for the city's Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Municipal Code Update. The meeting also includes reviews of business license and tourism analytics.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 00:00

Salary Commission

Salary Commission to set 2023 Mayor and City Council pay

The Salary Commission is meeting to review compensation for the Mayor and City Council and set salaries for 2023. The body will review pay comparisons from other Western Washington cities and elect a chairperson.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 00:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss 2024 Comprehensive Plan and zoning

The Planning Commission will discuss the layout and revised schedule for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review community survey responses and preliminary land use designations and zoning.

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Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to consider Kottsick Annexation and budget amendments

The City Council is meeting to decide on the final reading of the Kottsick Annexation and a second reading of the 2021-2022 Budget Amendment Three. The body will also consider a grant for the Sebranke Property Cleanup.

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Mon Jun 6, 2022 · 00:00

Public Works and Parks Committee

Committee discusses installing audible crosswalks at 265th St NW and 72nd St NW

The Public Works Committee is discussing a citizen request to install audible push button crosswalks to assist residents with limited sight. The committee is considering whether to move a cost estimate for the project to the June 23, 2022, council meeting.

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Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 00:00

Community Development Committee

Community Development Committee reviews plat and development agreement amendments

The committee is reviewing the final plat for Chandlers Reserve and a requested amendment to the Von Moos Development Agreement. Members will also discuss initial results from a public survey and the layout of the new Comprehensive Plan.

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Thu May 26, 2022 · 00:00

City Council

Stanwood City Council to discuss budget amendments and infrastructure contracts

The City Council will consider a budget amendment and a salary schedule update for non-represented employees. The body is also reviewing a six-year transportation plan and authorizing contracts for drainage and asphalt projects.

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