Sumner public meetings in 2022
124 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2023/2024 biennial budget ordinance. The agenda also includes consideration of intersection improvements and a police officer wellness grant award.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2838 (2023/2024 Biennial Budget)
- Construction contract award for Main and Wood Intersection Improvements
- Approval of $2,004,523.98 in checks and electronic payments
- Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Sumner Police Guild
- Ordinance No. 2844 regarding vacating Riverwalk Trail
Planning Commission
The Sumner Planning Commission will discuss updates to the Short Subdivisions and Pipestem Lots Code. The commission will also consider a zoning code text amendment regarding parking in Medium-Density Residential and East Sumner Urban Village areas.
- Short Subdivisions and Pipestem Lots Code Update
- Zoning Code Text Amendment for parking in Medium-Density Residential/East Sumner Urban Village
- Approval of September 1, 2022 minutes
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss Ordinance 2845, which establishes the 2023 compensation schedule. The committee is also scheduled to review a monthly sales tax report.
- Ordinance 2845 (2023 Compensation Schedule)
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will consider a construction contract award for the Main and Wood intersection improvements. The meeting includes discussions on Ordinance No. 2840 and Dig Once Ordinance No. 2843. Members will also receive an update on the Stormwater NPDES Permit.
- Construction contract award for Main and Wood intersection improvements
- Ordinance No. 2840 (updating SMC 13.36.060)
- Dig Once Ordinance No. 2843
- Stormwater NPDES Permit update
- Small Works Projects close out and discussion
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss amendments to the 2021/2022 biennial budget and updates to the Sumner Municipal Code regarding zero lot line subdivisions. The agenda also includes a resolution for a police officer wellness grant award.
- Ordinance No. 2841: 2021/2022 Biennial Budget Final Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2842: Sumner Municipal Code Update - Zero Lot Line Subdivisions
- Resolution No. 1645: WSCJTC Police Officer Wellness Grant Award
City Council
This study session includes discussions regarding the 2023-24 biennial budget and the 2023 legislative agenda. The council will also receive an overview of South Sound 911.
- South Sound 911 overview
- 2023 legislative agenda discussion
- 2023-24 biennial budget discussion
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry & Parks Commission will receive updates regarding the Heritage Park Master Plan and Alley Activation. The meeting also includes reports on general parks and cemeteries, and the approval of September 2022 minutes.
- Approval of September 2022 Forestry & Parks Commission minutes
- Heritage Park Master Plan & Alley Activation updates
- General Parks & Cemetery updates
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2023/2024 biennial budget and the Riverwalk Trail vacation. The council also plans to consider terminating the Covid-19 emergency proclamation, appointing a Cultural Arts Commissioner, and approving several service agreements.
- Public hearing: 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (Ordinance No. 2838)
- Termination of Covid-19 Emergency Proclamation (Resolution No. 1641)
- Nisqually Jail Services Agreement (Resolution No. 1642)
- Riverwalk Trail Vacation public hearing
- Appointment of Cultural Arts Commissioner
City Council
The Sumner City Council is holding a study session to discuss the 2023-24 budget and receive an update regarding Main Street fire matters. This meeting is for discussion purposes only.
- Main Street Fire Update
- 2023-24 Budget Discussion
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will elect a new chair and consider terminating the Covid-19 emergency proclamation. The meeting also includes reviews of the accounts receivable policy and monthly sales tax reports.
- Election of Chair
- Resolution 1641 (Terminating Covid-19 Emergency Proclamation)
- Accounts Receivable Policy review
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Public Works Committee
The committee will discuss Ordinance No. 2839 regarding pretreatment regulation updates and a construction management services agreement for Main and Wood intersection improvements. The agenda also includes an ADA transition plan update and grant acceptance for roadway safety.
- Ordinance No. 2839 Pretreatment Regulations Code Update
- Main and Wood Intersection Improvements Construction Management Services Agreement
- ADA Transition Plan Update
- Stewart Road Bridge Easement Acquisition: Potelco
- Grant Acceptance: Systemic Horizontal Curve and Roadway Safety Improvements
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to begin the 2024 Sumner Comprehensive Plan update cycle. The council will also conduct a review of the 2023-24 budget.
- 2024 Sumner Comprehensive Plan Update - Cycle Opening
- 2023-24 Budget Review
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from the Fire and Police departments. The committee will also address an action item regarding the Nisqually Jail Services Agreement.
- Nisqually Jail Services Agreement
- Fire department updates
- Police department updates
City Council
The Sumner City Council will hold a public hearing regarding 2023 property taxes. The council also plans to consider updates to utility rates and the biennial budget. Other items include reservoir maintenance contracts and design work for Town Center utilities.
- Public hearing for 2023 Ad Valorem Property Tax (Resolution No. 1640)
- Ordinance No. 2836 regarding 2023 utility rates
- Construction contract award for Sumner Springs Reservoir Recoat
- Purchase and sale agreement for Nordyke Acquisition at 16602 64th ST E
- Amendment to the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget (Ordinance No. 2837)
City Council
The Sumner City Council is conducting a study session regarding 2023-24 departmental budget reviews. This meeting follows a hybrid model for in-person and virtual attendance.
- 2023-24 Departmental Budget Reviews
City Council
The City Council will hold discussions regarding the 2023-24 departmental budgets. The agenda also includes an update on Heritage Park remediation and a review of Resolution No. 1640 for the 2023 Ad Valorem Property Tax.
- 2023-24 Departmental Budget Discussions
- Heritage Park Remediation Update
- Resolution No. 1640 - Tax Year 2023 Ad Valorem Property Tax
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review Resolution No. 1640 regarding the 2023 Ad Valorem Property Tax. The committee will also discuss a Purchase and Sale agreement for the Nordyke acquisition at 16602 64th ST E. Staff will provide updates on monthly sales tax and recruitment negotiations.
- Resolution No. 1640 regarding 2023 Ad Valorem Property Tax
- P&S Agreement for Nordyke Acquisition at 16602 64th ST E
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Public Works Committee
The Sumner Public Works Committee is meeting to review infrastructure contracts and utility design work. The agenda includes a construction contract award for the Sumner Springs Reservoir Recoat and consultant amendments for the Texaco Heritage Park remediation. Additionally, the committee will address utility design work and a public hearing regarding the Riverwalk Trail vacation.
- Construction contract award for Sumner Springs Reservoir Recoat
- Consultant services amendment for Sumner Texaco Heritage Park Remediation
- Public hearing setting for Riverwalk Trail Vacation (Resolution 1639)
- PSE Agreement Schedule 74 Design Work for Utility & Woonerf
- P&S Agreement for the Nordyke Acquisition at 16602 64th ST E
General
The Civil Service Commission will receive a department update and a hiring update. The meeting also includes a review of the Animal Control Officer Certified List.
- Department Update
- Hiring Update
- Animal Control Officer Certified List
City Council
The Sumner City Council will consider an ARPA budget amendment and a written reprimand for Councilmember Reed. The agenda also includes the approval of payments totaling $1,123,969.18.
- Approval of electronic checks and payments in the amount of $1,123,969.18
- BusUp Master Services Agreement - MIC Transit
- Written Reprimand for Councilmember Reed Conduct Violation
- Ordinance No. 2835 - ARPA Budget Amendment
City Council
The Sumner City Council held a special study session to review departmental budget presentations. The meeting was conducted using a hybrid model for in-person and virtual attendance.
- Departmental budget presentations
Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission will review its financial report and sub-committee structures. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2023 event calendars and utility box wraps.
- Financial report
- Sub-committee review
- 2023 event calendars
- Utility box wraps
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will discuss a section vacation for the Riverwalk Trail. The committee will also review the Permit Activity Report for August 2022.
- Riverwalk Trail Section Vacation
- August 2022 Permit Activity Report
City Council
The Sumner City Council will hold a study session and discuss departmental budgets. The meeting also includes reports from the City Administrator and agenda setting for future meetings.
- Departmental budget discussion
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports and department updates from the fire and police departments. No specific decisions or new items are listed on this agenda.
- Fire department monthly reports
- Police department monthly reports
City Council
The Sumner City Council will consider amendments to the 2021-2022 biennial budget and ARPA funds. The agenda also includes a resolution for a utility bill assistance program and several consultant contracts.
- Ordinance No. 2833: Amending the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget
- Ordinance No. 2834: Amending the 2021-2022 Biennial Budget (ARPA)
- Resolution No. 1638: Utility Bill Assistance Program
- Heritage Park Masterplan, Alley Design, and Wayfinding Signage consultant contract
- Salmon Creek Culverts consultant contract
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session regarding the BusUp Master Services Agreement with MIC Transit. The meeting also includes presentations on department budgets.
- BusUp Master Services Agreement - MIC Transit
- Department Budget Presentations
Public Works Committee
The committee will discuss a processing error regarding restaurant grants. Members will also address the topic of parklets and review the meeting schedule.
- Restaurant grants processing error
- Parklets
- Meeting schedule
City Council
During this study session, the Council will discuss the Community Services Budget and review the 2023-24 budget process. The agenda also includes department budget presentations.
- Community Services Budget discussion
- 2023-24 Budget Process Overview
- Department Budget Presentations
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission will review May 2022 meeting minutes and discuss the Adopt-A-Trail Program. The agenda also includes updates on parks and cemeteries.
- Approval of May 2022 Meeting Minutes
- Adopt-A-Trail Program discussion
- Parks updates report
- Cemetery updates report
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review resolutions for a utility bill assistance program and a Washington State Archives grant. The meeting also includes a discussion on PW Engineering staffing. Staff will present reports on monthly sales tax and recruitment updates.
- Resolution No. 1638 - Utility Bill Assistance Program
- Motion to Approve Surplus - Parks Aerator
- Resolution No. 1637 - Acceptance of Local Records Grant
- PW Engineering Staffing Discussion
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review consultant services contracts for Salmon Creek Culverts and the Heritage Park masterplan. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding engineering staffing and a project management report.
- Consultant services contract for Salmon Creek Culverts
- Consultant services contract for Heritage Park Masterplan, Alley Design, and Wayfinding Signage
- Discussion of PW Engineering Staffing
City Council
The Sumner City Council will consider Ordinance No. 2832 regarding the Houston Road annexation. The council will also review budget reserves for Seibenthaler Park and Bennett Property development. Additionally, a master services agreement with MIC Transit is on the agenda.
- Houston Road Annexation approval (Ordinance No. 2832)
- Seibenthaler Park Phase 1 Spray Park budget reserves
- Bennett Property acquisition and development budget reserves
- Electronic checks and payments totaling $1,786,212.12
- BusUp Master Services Agreement with MIC Transit
General
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review a financial update and discuss funding recommendations. The meeting agenda is limited to these two items of committee business.
- Financial update
- Funding recommendations
City Council
The City Council will hold a special study session on August 29, 2022. The agenda is limited to a tour of the Senior Center and the watershed.
- Tour of Senior Center and Watershed
Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission will review a recap of summer events. New business items for discussion include utility box art wraps, social media, and concrete stamps.
- Summer Event Recap
- Utility Box Art Wraps
- Social Media
- Concrete Stamps
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will discuss budget reserves for Seibenthaler Park and the Bennett Property. The agenda also includes a contract amendment for 902 Kincaid and a transit services agreement. A July 2022 permit activity report will be presented.
- Seibenthaler Park Phase 1 Spray Park budget reserve
- Bennett Property acquisition and development budget reserve
- Contract amendment for 902 Kincaid right-of-way relocation services
- BusUp Master Services Agreement with MIC Transit
- Finance Specialist compensation approval
City Council
The City Council will conduct a study session featuring a tour of the wastewater treatment facility and surrounding area. The meeting also includes agenda setting for upcoming council and committee meetings.
- Tour of Wastewater Treatment Facility and area
- Council Meeting Agenda Calendar setting
- Council Committee Meeting Calendar setting
City Council
The Council will consider ordinances regarding electronic reader boards and accessory dwelling units. The agenda also includes a grant acceptance for the Pacific Point Bar acquisition and various contract amendments.
- Ordinance No. 2823: Electronic Reader Board and Digital Message Signs text amendments
- Ordinance No. 2830: Accessory Dwelling Units Code Update
- Resolution No. 1636: Pacific Point Bar acquisition grant acceptance
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $1,351,258.63
- 902 Kincaid Lease Agreement for Shades Salon
General
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will discuss a financial update and funding recommendations. The meeting is being held in a hybrid format for in-person or virtual attendance.
- Financial update
- Funding recommendations
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is meeting to address the Utility Assistance Program. No other business items are listed on this agenda.
- Utility Assistance Program
City Council
This study session includes an update from the Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Committee. The City Administrator will provide a report, and the Council will set upcoming meeting calendars.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Committee Update
- City Administrator Report
- Council Meeting Agenda Calendar setting
- Council Committee Meeting Calendar setting
Planning Commission
The Sumner Planning Commission will discuss Zero Lot Line Homes and Unit Lot Subdivisions during this meeting. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes and a period for public comment.
- Zero Lot Line Homes / Unit Lot Subdivisions
Finance & Personnel Committee
The committee will discuss extending the 2015 Capital Facilities Plan through 2024. Members will also consider adopting a regional waste management plan and approving a Microsoft 365 contract. The agenda includes reviewing an RCO grant for the Pacific Point Bar acquisition.
- Resolution No. 1634: Extending Capital Facilities Plan to 2024
- Motion to approve Microsoft 365 contract
- RCO Grant acceptance for Pacific Point Bar acquisition
- Resolution No. 1635: Adopting regional waste management plan
- Surplus authorization
Public Works Committee
The committee will consider the acceptance of an RCO grant regarding the Pacific Point Bar acquisition. A project management report will also be presented.
- RCO Grant Acceptance - Pacific Point Bar Acquisition
City Council
The Sumner City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Houston Road annexation and a cyber security performance audit. The council also plans to address an ARPA budget amendment and an employee retention payment program.
- Public hearing for Houston Road annexation (Ordinance No. 2832)
- Public hearing for Cyber Security Performance Audit
- ARPA budget amendment (Ordinance No. 2831)
- Employee Retention Payment Program (Resolution No. 1632)
- Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Tacoma regarding Ryan House
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will discuss a lease agreement for Shades Salon at 902 Kincaid. The committee will also receive an overview and update on countywide planning policies. Additionally, the June 2022 permit report and year-to-date data will be reviewed.
- 902 Kincaid Lease Agreement - Shades Salon
- Countywide Planning Policies overview and update
- June 2022 Permit Report and Year-to-Date
City Council
The City Council is conducting a study session to discuss several topics. This includes an update to the Accessory Dwelling Units code and amendments to YMCA service agreements. The council will also review transit in the Manufacturing/Industrial Center.
- Ordinance No. 2830: Accessory Dwelling Units Code Update
- Amendments to YMCA Service Agreements
- Manufacturing/Industrial Center (MIC) Transit
- YMCA Annual Update Presentation
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive monthly department updates from Fire and Police. No specific action items or discussion topics are detailed in the agenda.
- Monthly Fire Department updates
- Monthly Police Department updates
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss a retention incentive for Police Guild personnel and review recommendations for business grant awards.
- Retention Incentive for Police Guild Personnel
- Business Grant Award Recommendations
City Council
The Sumner City Council will review several ordinance amendments regarding density descriptions, electronic signs, and gas stations. The agenda also includes utility relocation agreements and the Teamsters collective bargaining agreement.
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $1,198,576.91
- Ordinance No. 2821: Expanding Multifamily Tax Exemption Residential Target Areas
- Zoning code amendments for electronic reader boards and gas stations
- White River Restoration Project transmission relocation agreements
- Teamsters 2022-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Parks & Forestry
The commission will review the May 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding recreation and conservation grants, school district volunteers, and updates on parks and cemeteries.
- Approval of May 2022 Meeting Minutes
- Recreation & Conservation Futures Office grants discussion
- Sumner Bonney Lake School District volunteer report
- Parks and cemetery updates
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session featuring a Sound Transit presentation on a parking garage. The agenda includes the City Administrator report and setting future meeting calendars. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation, employee performance, and labor negotiations.
- Sound Transit parking garage presentation
- City Administrator report
- Council meeting and committee calendar setting
- Executive session regarding litigation, employee performance, and labor negotiations
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider resolutions regarding the paper of record and petty cash funds. The agenda also includes an interlocal agreement with the Port of Tacoma for Ryan House and updates on recruitment and negotiations.
- Resolution No. 1631 - Paper of Record
- Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Tacoma (Ryan House)
- Resolution No. 1629 - Petty Cash & Change Funds
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Public Works Committee
The committee will discuss a consultant contract amendment for water rights and several PSE transmission relocation agreements. The agenda also includes gas utility relocation items on 24th St E.
- Water Rights Consultant Contract Amendment (Tom Pors)
- Alderton 115kv Construction Agreement for PSE Transmission Relocation
- Alpac 115kv Construction Agreement for PSE Transmission Relocation
- Alderton 230kv Construction Agreement for PSE Transmission Relocation
- 24th St E Utility Relocation gas reimbursement and easements
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a consultant amendment regarding the Town Center Utility & Woonerf Project. No other business items are listed on this agenda.
- Consultant amendment for the Town Center Utility & Woonerf Project
City Council
This study session includes discussions regarding the Comcast franchise renewal and the 2023/2024 budget process. The council will also review budget survey results and annual amendments to the 2022 Comprehensive Plan.
- Comcast Franchise Renewal
- Budget Survey Results
- 2023/2024 Budget Process & Calendar
- 2022 Comprehensive Plan Annual Amendments
Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will discuss budget requests and the work plan for 2023-2024. The meeting includes updates on summer events such as Nights on Ryan, Music off Main, and the Chalk Art Festival. Discussion is also scheduled regarding murals, graffiti, and utility box wraps.
- 2023-2024 budget requests and work plan
- Updates on summer events: Nights on Ryan, Music off Main, and Chalk Art Festival
- Discussion of murals and graffiti
- Utility box wraps
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee is scheduled to review Ordinance No. 2828 regarding parking code amendments. The meeting also includes a report on permit activity from May 2022.
- Ordinance No. 2828 - Parking Code Amendments
- May 2022 Permit Activity Report
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is meeting to consider an amendment to consultant services for the Town Center Utility and Woonerf Project. This is the only item listed on the agenda.
- Consultant amendment for the Town Center Utility & Woonerf Project
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on expanding residential target areas for multifamily tax exemptions. The agenda also includes updates to the stormwater source control code and manual. Additionally, members will consider budget amendments and various utility contracts.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2821 regarding multifamily tax exemption areas
- Approval of $1,151,742.71 in checks and electronic payments
- Updates to the Stormwater Source Control Code and Manual (Ordinances 2825 and 2826)
- Construction contract award for the Town Center Utility & Woonerf Project
- Partial acquisition of 1313 Main St for the Main and Wood Intersection Project
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss budget amendments and the 2022 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District Family Center.
- Ordinance No. 2820 amending the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget
- Town Center Utility Woonerf Project
- 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
- Sumner-Bonney Lake School District Family Center Update
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission will review the May 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding Recreation & Conservation Futures Office grants and a request for information for PSE Community Solar Phase 2. Reports on cemetery updates and school district volunteers are also scheduled.
- Approval of May 2022 meeting minutes
- Recreation & Conservation Futures Office grants discussion
- PSE Community Solar Phase 2 Request for Information
- Sumner Bonney Lake School District volunteer report
- Cemetery update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an Accessory Dwelling Units code update. The meeting also includes training on hybrid meetings and the election of a Vice Chair.
- Accessory Dwelling Units – Code Update Public Hearing
- Election of Vice Chair
- Training on Council Chambers hybrid meetings
Public Works Committee
The Sumner Public Works Committee will discuss updates regarding business grants and employee retention incentives. No specific project details or dollar amounts were provided in the agenda.
- Business Grant Update
- Employee Retention Incentives
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing updates to the Stormwater Source Control Code and manual. The agenda also includes construction contract awards for Town Center and 24th St projects, as well as a property acquisition at 1313 Main St.
- Ordinance No. 2825 - Stormwater Source Control Code Update
- Construction contract awards for Town Center and 24th St utility projects
- Partial acquisition of 1313 Main St (Day and Night Grocery) for the Main and Wood Project
- Utility Rate Analysis
City Council
The City Council will review a purchase and sale agreement for 902 Kincaid Avenue and electronic payments totaling $906,162.46. The agenda also includes appointments to the Sumner Planning Commission and presentations on utility billing and alerts.
- Purchase and sale agreement for 902 Kincaid Avenue acquisition
- Electronic checks and payments totaling $906,162.46
- Puget Sound Energy - Energy Conservation Grant Agreement (Ammonia Sensors)
- Appointments to the Sumner Planning Commission
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider an ordinance to amend the 2021/2022 biennial budget. The committee will also review a resolution for an interlocal agreement with WSDOT regarding Gateway Funding. Staff will present reports on the upcoming budget calendar, monthly sales tax, and recruitment updates.
- Ordinance No. 2820 amending the 2021/2022 Biennial Budget
- Resolution No. 1627 regarding an interlocal agreement with WSDOT for Gateway Funding
- 2023/2024 Biennial Budget Calendar report
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Cultural Arts Commission
The meeting agenda consists of sub-committee reports under old business. No specific new business items are listed for discussion.
- Sub-committee reports
Community Development Committee
The committee will discuss a purchase and sale agreement regarding the acquisition of 902 Kincaid Avenue. Staff will also present the 2022 Permit Activity Report.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for 902 Kincaid Avenue
- 2022 Permit Activity Report
City Council
This study session includes discussions regarding transit in Sumner and the selection of AWC Conference voting delegates. The council will also review upcoming meeting and committee calendars.
- Transit in Sumner discussion
- AWC Conference voting delegates
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the fire and police departments. The meeting includes a discussion regarding drone grant funds.
- Monthly Fire Department updates
- Monthly Police Department updates
- Discussion of Drone Grant Funds
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry & Parks Commission will consider a recommendation regarding the Bennett Property park name and theme. The meeting also includes reports on Arbor Day, graffiti, and the fall tree planting plan.
- Bennett Property park name and theme recommendation
- Arbor Day summary report
- Graffiti update
- Fall tree planting plan
- Approval of April 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
This study session includes an update on the Sumner Community Food Bank and a review of the 2022 legislative recap. The council will also undergo training for council chamber technology.
- Council Chamber Technology Training
- Sumner Community Food Bank Update
- 2022 Legislative Recap
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the 2022 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code Amendments. The commission will also discuss the draft approach and code for Accessory Dwelling Units.
- Public hearing for 2022 Comp Plan/Zoning Code Amendments
- Draft approach and code for Accessory Dwelling Units
- Discussion and recommendations for 2022 Comp Plan/Zoning Code Amendments
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to consider a motion to surplus. The agenda also includes a demonstration of the Sumner Resident Access utility billing portal and updates on recruitment, negotiations, and monthly sales tax.
- Motion to Surplus
- Sumner Resident Access (Utility Billing Portal) demonstration
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
City Council
The City Council will consider amending dog license fees and a memorandum of understanding regarding opioid settlement funds. The agenda also includes the approval of $3,786,210.49 in checks and electronic payments.
- Amendment to dog license fees via Ordinance No. 2819
- Memorandum of Understanding regarding opioid settlement funds (Resolution No. 1623)
- Approval of $3,786,210.49 in checks and electronic payments
- Presentation by Chief Parkinson of East Pierce Fire and Rescue
- Appointment of a Hearing Examiner
Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss updates regarding several 2022 summer programs. These include Library Summer Events, Music Off Main, and Nights On Ryan.
- Library Summer Events update
- Music Off Main 2022 events update
- Nights On Ryan 2022 events update
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training. The meeting also includes setting the calendar for upcoming council and committee meetings.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training
- Council Meeting Agenda Calendar
- Council Committee Meeting Calendar
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will review monthly updates from the fire and police departments. The committee will also consider a resolution regarding opioid settlement funds and an ordinance to amend dog license fees.
- Resolution 1623 MOU - Opioid Settlement Funds
- Ordinance 2819 amending SMC 6.04 Dog License Fees
- Monthly reports from the fire and police departments
General
The Civil Service Commission will address commissioner appointments and the Animal Control Officer certified list. The agenda contains only these procedural items.
- Commissioner Appointments
- Animal Control Officer Certified List
City Council
The council will review appointments to several local advisory committees and commissions. The meeting also includes discussions on kennel license definitions and electronic signature updates. A presentation regarding the Sumner Senior Center is also scheduled.
- Resolution No. 1619: Park Master Plan Approval (Seibenthaler Park and Bennett Property)
- Ordinance No. 2816: Kennel License Definitions and Requirements
- Ordinance No. 2817: Updating Electronic Signatures
- 160th Pervious Sidewalks construction contract
- Heritage Capital Projects Application Submittal
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry & Parks Commission will discuss names and themes for the Bennett Property. The meeting also includes updates on Arbor Day, cemetery trees, and parks master plans.
- Bennett Property name and themes discussion
- Arbor Day event from 63rd St Ct E to 152nd Ave E
- Graffiti and vandalism update
- Cemetery trees report
- Parks Master Plans update
City Council
This study session includes updates on development services and parks facilities. The council will also review the Council Code of Conduct resolution and strategic priorities.
- Resolution No. 1624 - Council Code of Conduct
- Development Services Update
- Parks Facility Update
- Council Strategic Priorities
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review docket items for the 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The commission will also conduct an evaluation of these amendments as part of old business.
- 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments - Docket Items
- 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendments - Evaluation
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider Ordinance No. 2817 regarding electronic signatures and the appointment of a Hearing Examiner. The committee will also review authorization to surplus and receive reports on monthly sales tax and recruitment updates.
- Ordinance No. 2817 - Updating Electronic Signatures
- Appointment of Hearing Examiner
- Authorization to Surplus
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss a construction contract for 160th Pervious Sidewalks. The meeting also includes a review of the PSE Grant for ammonia sensors and a Project Management Report.
- 160th Pervious Sidewalks construction contract
- PSE Grant - Ammonia Sensors
- Project Management Report
City Council
The Sumner City Council will review an update to the 2023/2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for the American Rescue Plan Act and several commission reappointments. Additionally, the council will consider grant authorizations for park developments.
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $1,594,580.76
- Update to the 2023/2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
- American Rescue Plan Act budget amendment (Ordinance No. 2818)
- Grant authorization for Bennett Property acquisition and Phase 1 development
- Grant authorization for Seibenthaler Park Phase 1 Spray Park
City Council
The City Council will review the Cultural Arts Commission 2022 Work Plan and Budget. The agenda also includes Ordinance No. 2818 regarding an American Rescue Plan Act budget amendment and discussions on multifamily tax exemptions for affordable housing.
- Cultural Arts Commission 2022 Work Plan and Budget
- Ordinance No. 2818 - American Rescue Plan Act Budget Amendment
- Multifamily Tax Exemption for Affordable Housing
City Council
The City Council will consider a biennial budget amendment and an update to the compensation schedule. A public hearing is scheduled for the 2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program annual update. The council will also continue discussions regarding affordable senior housing regulations.
- Ordinance No. 2815: 2021/2022 Biennial Budget Amendment
- Resolution No. 1618: 2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update
- Ordinance No. 2812: Affordable Senior Housing Regulations
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for 14009 16th St E White River Restoration
- Maple Street Pedestrian Signal / Backplates Consultant Services Agreement
General
This study session consists of a single item for council training. The session covers the Public Records Act and the Open Public Meetings Act.
- Council training on the Public Records Act and Open Public Meetings Act
Public Safety
The committee will review monthly activity reports from the Fire and Police departments. Members will discuss a cost-sharing memorandum with Puyallup for the Salvation Army shelter and evaluate current pet license fees. An amendment to SMC 6.04 regarding kennel licenses is presented as an action item.
- Amendment to SMC 6.04 regarding Kennel License Definitions and Requirements
- Memorandum of Understanding with Puyallup for Salvation Army shelter cost share
- Evaluation of current pet license fees
- Fire Department monthly activity reports
- Police Department monthly activity reports
General
The Civil Service Commission will review the Sergeant Certified List. The agenda is limited to this single substantive item and adjournment.
- Sergeant Certified List
City Council
The Sumner City Council will hold a study session to receive several departmental updates. The agenda includes briefings on the Lahar Evacuation Drill and police body-worn cameras. The council will also review an annual update to the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program.
- Lahar Evacuation Drill Briefing
- Police Body Worn Camera Update
- Resolution No. 1618: 2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update
- Public Works Project Update
General
The Sumner City Council is conducting a retreat to review city budget fundamentals and strategic priorities. The agenda includes a financial review of revenue sources and a five-to-ten year forecast. The council will also discuss a budget engagement plan.
- Review of 2021 year-end financials
- Discussion of Council strategic priorities
- Presentation on city budget fundamentals
- Review of revenue sources and long-term financial forecasts
- Discussion of a budget engagement plan
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry & Parks Commission will review the February 10, 2022 meeting minutes. The commission will also discuss a park name and theme for the Bennett property. Additional reports include updates on Arbor Day, trail flooding, and graffiti.
- Bennett property park name and theme
- Arbor Day location and tree updates
- Trail flooding report
- Graffiti report
- Parks master plans and grants update
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The agenda includes discussions regarding business grants, utility projects, and park restrooms.
- Business Grants
- ARPA Eligible Utility Projects
- Park Restrooms
- General discussion on fund use
Design Commission
The Sumner Design Commission is reviewing development applications for several local projects. These include expansions for a private auto club and new construction for a YMCA sports complex and an adult residential care facility.
- Speed Shop: 17,000sf addition and 9,000sf remodel at 16008 60th St E
- YMCA: New sports field and buildings at 6109-6029 160th Ave E
- Kinsman Care: New 40-bedroom adult residential care facility at 5019 Valley Hwy E
City Council
The Sumner City Council will consider Ordinance No. 2800 to authorize condemnation for a new Public Works Operations Facility. The council will also review a purchase and sale agreement for 14415 29th Street East. Additionally, the agenda includes approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,219,763.29.
- Ordinance No. 2800 regarding condemnation for a new Public Works Operations Facility
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for 14415 29th Street East (Buck)
- Approval of checks and electronic payments in the amount of $2,219,763.29
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session regarding affordable housing topics. The session includes discussions on multifamily tax exemptions and regulations for affordable senior housing.
- Multifamily Tax Exemption for Affordable Housing
- Affordable Senior Housing Regulations
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review updates to the 2022 compensation schedule and the 2021/2022 biennial budget amendment. The committee will also receive a monthly sales tax report and an update regarding recruitment and negotiations.
- 2022 Compensation Schedule Update
- 2021/2022 Biennial Budget Amendment
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing purchase and sale agreements for two properties in Sumner. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Maple Street signal services and the Heritage Park remediation investigation.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement: 14415 29th St. E Operations Facility Property
- Purchase and Sale Agreement: 14009 16th St E White River Restoration
- Consultant Services Agreement for Maple Street Ped Signal/Backplates
- Heritage Park Remediation Investigation
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to review a fiber study and an update on the White River Project. The session also includes discussion regarding the Parks Master Plan for Seibenthaler Park and the old Bennett property.
- Fiber Study
- White River Project Update
- Parks Master Plan (Seibenthaler Park and the old Bennett property)
City Council
The City Council will review several items including utility billing amendments and a parks improvement plan. They will also consider a purchase and sale agreement for the parking area at 1312 Main St. Additionally, the council will address updates to contract approval authority and parking codes.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for 1312 Main St (NAPA) parking area
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $5,014,867.09
- Ordinance No. 2811 amending utility billing code
- Resolution No. 1613 regarding the Parks Improvement Plan
- Agreement with Pierce County for water assistance program services
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the fire and police departments. The agenda includes discussions regarding street racing and the feeding of non-domesticated wildlife. No action items are listed for this meeting.
- Monthly Fire Department updates
- Monthly Police Department updates
- Discussion on street racing
- Discussion on feeding non-domesticated wildlife
General
The commission will conduct an election for the 2022 Chair. The meeting also includes department and hiring updates, as well as reviews of certified lists for police officers and an animal shelter assistant.
- 2022 Chair Election
- Certified list: Lateral Police Officer
- Certified list: Entry Level Police Officer
- Certified list: Animal Shelter Assistant
City Council
The Sumner City Council is conducting a study session to discuss several municipal topics. Discussion items include affordable senior housing code revisions and multifamily tax exemptions for affordable housing. The council will also review the 2022 Comprehensive Plan amendment cycle, utility billing, and pandemic policy updates.
- Affordable Senior Housing Code Revisions
- Multifamily Tax Exemption for Affordable Housing
- 2022 Comprehensive Plan Annual Amendment Cycle
- Utility Billing Update
- Pandemic Policy Update
Parks & Forestry
The commission will review January 2022 meeting minutes and discuss Arbor Day 2022. Members will also consider approving preferred concepts for Parks Master Plans and discuss naming a park at the Bennett property.
- Approval of January 2022 meeting minutes
- Arbor Day 2022 discussion
- Parks Master Plans preferred concept approval
- Park naming discussion for the Bennett property
City Council
The Sumner City Council will consider ordinances regarding parking codes and a biennial budget amendment. The agenda also includes adding Lucy V. Ryan Park as a city park and reviewing 2022 refuse and recycling rates. Additionally, the council will review several interlocal agreements for municipal services.
- Ordinance No. 2806: Adding Lucy V. Ryan Park as a City Park
- Ordinance No. 2808: Amending parking municipal code
- Resolution No. 1612: 2022 refuse and recycling rates
- Ordinance No. 2813: 2021/2022 biennial budget amendment
- Interlocal agreements with Bonney Lake and East Pierce Fire and Rescue
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review an interlocal agreement with Pierce County regarding a LIHWAP vendor. The committee will also discuss amendments to contract authority and utility billing ordinances.
- Resolution No. 1611: Interlocal Agreement with Pierce County (LIHWAP Vendor)
- Ordinance No. 2807: Amending SMC 2.112 Contract Authority
- Ordinance No. 2811: Amending SMC 13.08 Utility Billing
- Local Improvement District Annual Status Report (2021)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review infrastructure projects and property acquisitions. The agenda includes an ordinance for condemning properties on 29th Street East and the acceptance of the Bridge Street Bridge project.
- Ordinance No. 2800: Condemnation of 14403 and 14415 29th Street East for a new Public Works Operations Facility
- Project acceptance for Bridge Street Bridge
- Discussion regarding crosswalk treatment at Main and Wood
- Purchase and sale agreement for the parking area of 1312 Main St (NAPA)
- Review of updated WSDOT Right-of-Way procedures
General
This special study session includes an overview and update regarding the Ryan House Renovation project. The meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom.
- Overview and update of the Ryan House Renovation project
Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission met virtually to address new business. The agenda focused on the presentation of the 2022 Work Plan.
- 2022 Work Plan
Community Development Committee
The committee will discuss chair elections and meeting times. It will also consider an agreement with Bonney Lake for building inspection services and ordinances regarding park additions and parking code amendments.
- Ordinance No. 2806: Adding Lucy V. Ryan Park as a City Park
- Ordinance No. 2810: Parking Code Amendments—136th Ave CT E
- Interlocal Agreement with Bonney Lake for Building Inspection Services
- One-way Streets—Ryan and Sumner Avenues
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2022-2027 Parks Improvement Plan and Seibenthaler Park. The session also includes reviewing resolutions for annual refuse and recycling rate adjustments.
- Resolution No. 1612: Annual Refuse and Recycling Rate Adjustment
- Resolution No. 1613: Establishing the 2022-2027 Parks Improvement Plan
- Discussion regarding Seibenthaler Park and the Bennett property
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will select a new chair and receive updates from the fire and police departments. The agenda includes reviewing interlocal agreements with East Pierce Fire & Rescue and the City of Bonney Lake. The committee will also discuss ordinance amendments regarding parking near bike lanes.
- Selection of Committee Chair
- Interlocal Agreement with East Pierce Fire & Rescue for investigative services
- Interlocal Agreement with City of Bonney Lake for therapeutic court grant
- Ordinance amendments prohibiting parking within 10 feet of bike lanes
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission will discuss priorities for the Parks & Trail Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes a Parks Master Plans update and the approval of October 2021 items.
- Parks & Trail Improvement Plan priorities discussion
- Parks Master Plans update
- Approval of October 2021
Design Commission
The Commission will conduct a design review for a 54-unit apartment project at the east corner of 162nd Ave E and 60th Street. The meeting also includes the election of a Chair and Vice Chair.
- Design review for East Sumner Apartment Phase II
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
City Council
This study session includes an update on the Operation Facility and a discussion regarding the Council Code of Conduct. The council will also review upcoming meeting and committee calendars.
- Operation Facility Update
- Council Code of Conduct
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will elect a new Vice Chair following the resignation of Suznevich. The commission will also continue discussions regarding senior housing incentives and code revisions.
- Election of Vice Chair
- Senior Housing Incentives and Code Revisions
- Approval of November 2021 minutes
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider ordinances regarding the Public Records Code and the 2021/2022 biennial budget. The committee will also review resolutions to accept two Pierce County LTAC grants. Additionally, staff will provide updates on recruitment and monthly sales tax.
- Ordinance No. 2607 amending SMC 8.2 Public Records Code
- Resolution to accept Pierce County LTAC Grant (Stay in Sumner Campaign)
- Resolution to accept Pierce County LTAC Grant (Sumner Main Street Design Project)
- Motion for Associate Engineer compensation approval
- Ordinance No. 2804 2021/2022 Biennial Budget Amendment
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review a consultant services agreement for WWTF biosolids equipment modernization and an amendment to the Water Rights Pilot Project. The meeting also includes a Project Management Report.
- WWTF Biosolids Equipment Modernization Consultant Services Agreement
- Water Rights Pilot Project Consultant Amendment
- Project Management Report
American Plan Rescue Act Committee
The American Rescue Plan Act Committee will meet to select a committee chair and establish a meeting schedule. The committee will also review the American Rescue Plan Act and discuss potential fund use options, including grants for business and a commissary kitchen.
- Selection of Committee Chair
- Review of American Rescue Plan Act
- ARPA Business and Commissary Kitchen Grants
- Discussion of Fund Use Options
City Council
The Sumner City Council will meet to conduct several appointments for 2022, including the Deputy Mayor and various committee roles. The agenda also includes proposed ordinances regarding the Special Events Code and park additions.
- Approval of $1,535,464.23 in checks and electronic payments
- Sumner Tapps Guardrail Upgrade construction contract
- Selection of 2022 Deputy Mayor
- Ordinance No. 2805 - Amending Special Events Code
- Ordinance No. 2806 - Adding Lucy V. Ryan Park as a City Park