Sumner public meetings in 2024
121 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks & Forestry
The commission will review reports regarding parks, cemetery, and forestry matters. The meeting includes a discussion of items for the year 2025.
- Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
- Parks, Cemetery and Forestry Updates
- 2025 Discussion - Parks, Cemetery and Forestry
City Council
The City Council is meeting to address unfinished business regarding the 2025/2026 Biennial Budget and the 2023/2024 Final Budget Amendment. The body will also hold a public hearing on a development agreement for the Sumner Library.
- Ordinance No. 2915: Sumner Library Development Agreement public hearing
- Ordinance No. 2905: 2025/2026 Biennial Budget
- Ordinance No. 2910: 2023/2024 Final Budget Amendment
- Operations Facility Phase 3 construction contract
- Resolution No. 1707: Transportation Improvement Board Complete Streets Grant acceptance
City Council
The Sumner City Council will hold a public hearing follow‑up on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. Council members will also set the calendar for future council and committee meetings. No other decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update – public hearing follow‑up
- Council Meeting Agenda Calendar
- Council Committee Meeting Calendar
Public Works Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss several infrastructure projects and interlocal agreements. Key items include a development agreement for the Sumner Library and a construction contract for the Operations Facility Phase 3.
- Ordinance No. 2915: Sumner Library Development Agreement
- Operations Facility Phase 3 construction contract
- Resolution No. 1706: Amending ILA with East Pierce County Interlocal Coalition (EPIC) for Emergency Management
- Resolution No. 1707: TIB Complete Streets grant acceptance
- 2024 Sidewalk Repair Program change order
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2025/2026 Biennial Budget and the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The body will also consider amendments to the 2023/2024 budget and transportation impact fees.
- Ordinance No. 2905 - 2025/2026 Biennial Budget
- Ordinance No. 2910 - 2023/2024 Final Budget Amendment
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,175,497.90
- Ordinances 2906-2909 regarding Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and Critical Areas
- Substitute Ordinance No. 2885 - Transportation Impact Fees
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025/2026 Biennial Budget. The body will also consider several ordinances related to utility rates, sewer fees, and zoning code amendments.
- Ordinance No. 2905: 2025/2026 Biennial Budget public hearing
- Ordinance No. 2911 and 2912: 2025 Utility Rates and Sewer Rates
- Ordinance No. 2900: Multifamily Residential Infill Code Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2902: Group Homes Code Amendment
- Resolution No. 1703: Parklet Policy and Program
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session to discuss budget matters. The body will review the 2025/2026 Biennial Budget and a final budget amendment for 2023/2024.
- Ordinance No. 2910 - 2023/2024 Final Budget Amendment
- 2025/2026 Biennial Budget Review
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider three ordinances: a final budget amendment for fiscal year 2023-2024, new sewer fees for significant industrial users, and changes to hydrant use fees and surcharge area. The committee will also receive reports on the FY2023 audit status, hiring and negotiation updates, and monthly sales tax revenue.
- Ordinance No. 2910: 2023-2024 Final Budget Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2913: Significant Industrial User and Industrial Discharge Sewer Fees
- Ordinance No. 2914: Hydrant Use and Deletion of Surcharge Area
- FY2023 Audit Status report
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
Parks & Forestry
The Sumner Forestry Commission will meet to approve minutes from September and receive updates on parks, the cemetery, and tree-related matters. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Approval of September 12, 2024, meeting minutes
- Parks updates report
- Cemetery updates report
- Trees updates and discussion
Design Commission
The Design Commission will review the cross access corridor termination for the new Sumner Public Library at 15216 Main Street and discuss the proposed library layout and design.
- Review of cross access corridor termination at 15216 Main Street
- Discussion on proposed Sumner Public Library layout and design
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, specifically focusing on transportation, capital facilities, and utilities. The body will also address agenda and committee meeting calendars.
- 2024 Comprehensive Plan - Transportation, Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements and Plans
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will consider three items: a resolution for the Pierce Conservation District ILA, an easement for the Operations Facility at Cabrera, and the award of a construction contract for the South Tank Retrofit. The contract award is a decision to select a contractor for the retrofit work. The meeting also includes a Project Management Report.
- Resolution No. 1704: Pierce Conservation District ILA
- Operations Facility Temporary Construction Easement - Cabrera
- South Tank Retrofit: Construction Contract Award
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss Ordinance No. 2899. This item concerns a code amendment regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems.
- Ordinance No. 2899 - Battery Energy Storage Systems Code Amendment
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Tax Year 2025 Ad Valorem Property Tax resolution. The body will also address a council vacancy and approve various payments.
- Resolution No. 1700 - Tax Year 2025 Ad Valorem Property Tax
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $5,031,579.87
- Discussion regarding a Council Vacancy
- Proclamation recognizing Native American Heritage Month
City Council
The council will review the city’s 2025 Legislative Agenda. It will also hold a discussion on utility matters. These topics are listed on the special study session agenda. No other business is scheduled for this meeting.
- 2025 Legislative Agenda – discussion
- Utility Discussion – discussion
City Council
The Sumner City Council will hold a special study session to review the 2025/2026 biennial budget. The meeting will be held in-person at City Hall or virtually via Zoom. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss potential real estate acquisition.
- 2025/2026 Biennial Budget Review
- Executive Session for real estate acquisition
- Hybrid meeting format available
- City Hall address: 1104 Maple Street
- Meeting ID: 852 3835 5948
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss five proposed ordinances and one resolution. These items focus on updating city codes regarding energy storage, residential infill, permit timelines, and group homes.
- Ordinance No. 2899: Battery Energy Storage Systems Code Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2900: Multifamily Residential Infill Code Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2901: Permit Review & Timelines Code Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2902: Group Homes Code Amendment
- Resolution No. 1703: Parklet Policy and Program
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss Elements 11 through 15 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. The body will also address agenda and committee meeting calendars.
- 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update – Elements 11 through 15
- Council Meeting Agenda Calendar
- Council Committee Meeting Calendar
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session to conduct interviews for a council vacancy. The meeting includes an executive session to evaluate candidate qualifications.
- Council Vacancy Interviews
General
The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review certified lists and receive a department update. This meeting is being conducted via a hybrid model at City Hall.
- Review of certified lists
- Department update
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Tax Year 2025 Ad Valorem Property Tax. The body is also considering contracts and agreements for the Stewart Road Bridge replacement and the 2025 compensation schedule.
- Resolution No. 1700 - Tax Year 2025 Ad Valorem Property Tax public hearing
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $3,649,732.22
- Stewart Road Bridge construction contract award and construction management consultant agreement
- Ordinance No. 2903 - 2025 Compensation Schedule
- Interlocal Agreement with the City of Auburn for partial funding of the Stewart Road Bridge Replacement Project
General
The City Council is holding a special study session to discuss utility rates. The meeting includes a review of utility rate alternatives.
- Utility Rate Discussion
- Utility Rate Alternatives
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session to review a construction contract award for the Stewart Road Bridge. The body will also discuss elements 1 through 10 of the Comprehensive Plan.
- Stewart Road Bridge construction contract award
- Comprehensive Plan Elements 1-10
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from the Fire and Police departments. The body will also discuss a resolution regarding a funding agreement with the City of Auburn.
- Resolution No. 1702: Interlocal Agreement with the City of Auburn for partial funding of the Stewart Road Bridge Replacement Project
City Council
The City Council will discuss the biennial budget for 2025‑2026 and review property tax levels. The meeting will also set dates for future council and committee meetings. An executive session will be held, though its agenda is not disclosed.
- 2025/2026 Biennial Budget and Property Tax Review
- Adoption of the council meeting agenda calendar
- Adoption of the council committee meeting calendar
- Executive session (agenda not specified)
- Hybrid public meeting format (in‑person at City Hall, virtual via Zoom)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider a motion to award a contract to Parametrix, Inc. for a Climate Resiliency Grant Project. It will also act on Resolution No. 1700 TY2025 concerning the ad valorem property tax and on Ordinance No. 2903 updating the 2025 compensation schedule. An additional ordinance will amend Personnel Policies (SMC 2.100). The meeting includes reports on recruitment, the FY2023 audit, and the monthly sales tax.
- Motion: Consultant Contract for Climate Resiliency Grant Project – Parametrix, Inc.
- Resolution No. 1700 TY2025 – Ad Valorem Property Tax
- Ordinance No. 2903 2025 – Compensation Schedule
- Ordinance No. XXXX – Amending SMC 2.100 Personnel Policies
- Reports: Recruitment & Negotiation Update, FY2023 Audit Status, Monthly Sales Tax Report
City Council
The Sumner City Council will consider amending the 2023/2024 biennial budget and the city's park code during its October 7 meeting. The agenda also includes the acceptance of a grant for a pretrial reform task force and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
- Acceptance of Pretrial Reform Task Force Grant (Resolution No. 1701)
- Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (Ordinance No. 2897)
- Amending City Parks, Trails, and Facilities Code (Ordinance 2898)
- Amending Sumner Municipal Code - Pretreatment Regulations (Ordinance No. 2895)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on four proposed ordinances. These items involve updates to city codes regarding energy storage, housing, and permitting.
- Ordinance No. 2899: Battery Energy Storage Systems Code Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2900: Multifamily Residential Infill Code Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2901: Permit Review & Timelines Code Amendment
- Ordinance No. 2902: Group Homes Code Amendment
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session. The sole business item for this meeting is a review of the 2025/2026 budget.
- 2025/2026 Budget Review
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will consider Resolution No. 1701 to accept a grant from the Pretrial Reform Task Force. The committee will also review a code update identified as SMC 12.60 concerning city parks, trails, and facilities. A proposed Parklet Policy will be discussed.
- Resolution No. 1701 – Pretrial Reform Task Force Grant Acceptance
- SMC 12.60 – Code Update for City Parks, Trails, and Facilities
- Proposed Parklet Policy
City Council
The council is holding a study session that includes a review of the 2025‑2026 biennial budget. The City Administrator will give a report. The council will set dates for future council and committee meetings. An executive session will be held, with agenda details not specified.
- 2025/2026 Biennial Budget Review
- City Administrator Report
- Council Meeting Agenda Calendar
- Council Committee Meeting Calendar
- Executive Session (closed)
General
The commission will review unfinished business items, including updates to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and several zoning code text amendments covering housing, historic resources, critical areas, and multifamily tax exemptions. No new business or contracts are listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a public hearing.
- Review and possibly adopt revisions to the Capital Facilities Element of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Action on the Comprehensive Plan, DEIS, Transportation Plan, and Capital Facilities Plan
- Zoning code amendment for housing and land use regulations
- Zoning code amendment for historic and cultural resource regulations
- Zoning code amendment for critical areas regulations
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session to review the 2025/2026 budget for Public Works.
- 2025/2026 Budget Review - Public Works
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session to review the 2025/2026 budget. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- 2025/2026 Budget Review
Finance & Personnel Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss two ordinances and a surplus authorization. The session includes reports on monthly sales tax and recruitment and negotiation updates.
- Ordinance No. 2894 Amending SMC 5.08
- Ordinance No. 2897 Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
- Surplus Authorization
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission will approve the minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will discuss a proposed update to the city’s parks, trails, and facilities code (SMC 12.60). A brief report on cemetery and parks matters will also be presented.
- Approval of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Consideration of SMC 12.60 City Parks, Trails, and Facilities code update
- Cemetery & Parks updates report
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to review the 2025/2026 Biennial Budget. The body will also discuss the final report for the Sumner Commuter Connector.
- 2025/2026 Biennial Budget Review
- Sumner Commuter Connector Final Report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss updated elements of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. No public hearings or new business items are scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update elements
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss several infrastructure projects and grant acceptances. The body will review a consultant agreement supplement for the Main & Wood intersection and two grant resolutions.
- Main & Wood Intersection Improvements - Consultant Agreement Supplement
- Resolution 1699: EV Charging Commerce Grant Acceptance
- Resolution 1673: Float Barn Grant Acceptance
- Professional Service Contract Amendment – Sound Inspections
- White River Restoration Phase 1 (CIP 14-10) - Change Order 1
City Council
The Sumner City Council will approve checks totaling $1.8 million and two interlocal agreements for law enforcement services. The meeting includes a public hearing and a presentation on a community survey.
- Approval of $1,800,522.46 in checks and electronic payments
- Resolution No. 1697: Interlocal Agreement for Specialized Law Enforcement Services
- Resolution No. 1698: Addendum to Interlocal Agreement for Multijurisdictional SWAT Team
- Confirm LTAC funding for Main Street Vision - Trees, Bike Racks, and Tables & Chairs
- Presentation on Community Survey results
General
The City Council is holding a special study session to discuss funding for a Public Works Operations Facility and make a decision on the Community Partners Fund. The body will also address a council vacancy and enter executive session for real estate and litigation matters.
- Public Works Operations Facility funding discussion
- Community Partners Fund decision
- Council vacancy
- Executive session regarding real estate acquisition/sale and threatened litigation
City Council
The Sumner City Council meeting on August 26, 2024 is a study session. Council members will tour several city parks, including Bill Heath Sports Complex, Bennett Property, Seibenthaler Park, Reuben A. Knoblauch Heritage Park, and Loyalty Park. No formal decisions, ordinances, or contracts are on the agenda. The meeting also includes standard agenda‑setting and a City Administrator report.
- Tour of Bill Heath Sports Complex – 5604 Graham Ave
- Tour of Bennett Property – 4811 E Valley Hwy (undeveloped)
- Tour of Seibenthaler Park – 1602 Bonney Ave
- Tour of Reuben A. Knoblauch Heritage Park – 914 Kincaid Ave
- Tour of Loyalty Park – 1300 Park Street
Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission will meet to conduct internal business and review recent events. The body is scheduled to elect a Vice-Chair and discuss updates to its by-laws.
- Election of Vice-Chair
- By-Laws Update
- Review of Music off Main Concert Series
- Review of Chalk Art Festival
- Utility Box Update
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports and updates from the fire and police departments. The committee is scheduled to take action on an interlocal agreement for specialized services with Pierce County.
- Interlocal Agreement for Specialized Services with Pierce County
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding utilities. The body is also reviewing a consent agenda featuring property acquisitions and various service contracts.
- Ordinance No. 2894 amending Sumner Municipal Code 5.08 Utilities
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,375,808.01
- Kondratyuk Property Acquisition Purchase and Sale Agreement
- Sumner Texaco Heritage Park Remediation agreement with Dept of Ecology
- Construction contract award for Stewart Road Pond Repair
City Council
The City Council will receive a library update, hear presentations from applicants for the Community Partners Fund, get a report from the City Administrator, and set dates for future council and committee meetings.
- Library update
- Community Partners Fund – applicant presentations
- City Administrator report
- Council meeting agenda calendar
- Council committee meeting calendar
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will meet to discuss a proposed parklet policy for Downtown, a rezone near 30th Street East and 146th Avenue East, and a settlement agreement amendment. The meeting will be held at City Hall at 1104 Maple Street.
- Parklet Policy for Downtown
- Rezone of Property Near 30th Street East/146th AVE East
- First Amendment to Greenwater North LLC, Six Kilns Apartments LLC Settlement Agreement
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss a proposed amendment to the 2023/2024 biennial budget and a change to the city's public records code. The committee will also consider a resolution to accept Community Court funding, alongside monthly sales tax and recruitment updates.
- Ordinance No. XXXX: Amending Sumner Municipal Code 1.18 on public records
- Resolution No. 1693: Accepting Community Court funding
- Ordinance No. 2893: Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission will review the May 9, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss the replanting of trees on Main Street. Staff will also provide updates regarding Parks and Cemetery operations.
- Main Street Trees - Replanting
- Parks & Cemetery Updates
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to review the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. The session includes an overview and the selection of a preferred alternative for the plan.
- 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update: Overview & Selection of Preferred Alternative
Public Works Committee
The committee will review several business items including lift station control panels and sidewalk consultant services. The meeting also includes a report on project management.
- Lift Stations 2 & 6 Control Panels - Construction Contract Award
- Microsoft 365 annual software license
- West Valley Highway Sidewalks - Consultant Services Contract
- CIP 21-08 Salmon Creek Channel Realignment - Change Order 2
City Council
The Sumner City Council will meet on July 1, 2024, to review proposed ordinances and a budget amendment. The council will consider changes to the affordable housing sales and use tax code, updates to city personnel policies, and amendments to the 2023/2024 budget. These items will affect local housing costs, city employment rules, and municipal spending. A public hearing is scheduled, though the specific topic is not listed in the agenda.
- Ordinance No. 2891: Amending Sumner Municipal Code 3.22 on affordable housing sales and use tax
- Ordinance No. 2890: 2023/2024 budget amendment
- Ordinance No. 2889: Updates to Sumner Municipal Code 2.100 personnel policies
- Resolution No. 1691: Interlocal agreement for multi-agency specialty teams
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $1,636,162.46
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will review a resolution regarding an interlocal agreement with Pierce County to update the Commute Trip Reduction Plan. The committee will also consider Ordinance No. 2892 to update city building codes.
- Resolution No 1692: Interlocal Agreement with Pierce County for updating the Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) Plan
- Ordinance No. 2892: Updating the City of Sumner Building Codes
- Year-to-Date Permit Report - June 2024
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session regarding Washington Street. The discussion focuses on repaving and utility work from Wood Street to McMillan Street.
- Washington Street Repaving and Utilities, Wood to McMillan
City Council
The City Council will review several contract awards including the Fryar Ave Trail and Elm Street Sidewalks. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the Sumner Municipal Code personnel policies.
- Fryar Ave Trail - Consultant Contract Award
- Elm Street Sidewalks - Construction Contract Award
- 2024 Sidewalk Repairs Program: Construction Contract Award
- Biosolids Dryer Procurement - Contract Award
- Ordinance No. 2886 (Substitute) - Amending Sumner Municipal Code Chapter 2.100 Personnel Policies
General
The Salary Commission will meet to review comparable cities data and the Consumer's Price Index. The meeting includes a discussion of recommendations before adjournment.
- Review of Comparable Cities Data
- Review of Consumer's Price Index
- Discussion of Recommendations
Finance & Personnel Committee
The committee will review several ordinances and a construction contract award. Discussion includes updates on sales tax, recruitment, and budget amendments.
- Ordinance No. 2891: Amending Affordable Housing Sales and Use Tax Code (SMC 3.22)
- 2024 Sidewalk Repairs Program: Construction Contract Award
- Ordinance No. 2889: Amending SMC 2.100 Personnel Policies
- Ordinance No. 2890: 2023/2024 Budget Amendment
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
Parks & Forestry
The commission will review the May 9, 2024, meeting minutes and conduct a budget discussion. Staff will also provide updates regarding Parks & Cemetery.
- Approval of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes
- Budget discussion
- Parks & Cemetery updates
Public Safety
The committee will receive monthly reports and updates from the fire and police departments. The agenda includes an action item regarding an interlocal agreement for specialty teams and a discussion of the 2023 Police Department Annual Report.
- Interlocal agreement for specialty teams
- 2023 Police Department Annual Report discussion
City Council
The City Council will meet for a study session to review specific city matters. The agenda includes the adoption of a comprehensive emergency management plan and a review of public engagement.
- Resolution No. 1689 - 2024-29 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan Adoption
- Public Engagement Review
City Council
The City Council will meet to address special business items. The agenda includes selecting voting delegates for the AWC Conference and awarding a construction contract for Phase 1 of the White River Restoration Project.
- AWC Conference Voting Delegates
- White River Restoration Project Phase 1 - Construction Contract Award
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss and provide recommendations regarding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting also includes a review of additional public comments and staff responses related to the plan.
- 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update discussion and recommendations
- Review of additional public comments and staff responses for the Comp Plan
Public Works Committee
The committee will review several contract awards for infrastructure projects including the White River Restoration, Fryar Ave Trail, and Elm Street sidewalks. Discussion also includes a consultant supplement for the Rivergrove Pedestrian Bridge and water rights appraisals.
- White River Restoration Project Phase 1 - Construction Contract Award
- Rivergrove Pedestrian Bridge - Consultant Supplement for Design
- Fryar Ave Trail - Consultant Contract Award
- Biosolids Dryer Procurement - Contract Award
- Elm Street Sidewalks - Construction Contract Award
City Council
The Sumner City Council will review several resolutions including grant authorizations for the Bill Heath Sports Complex. The agenda also includes an annual update from East Pierce Fire & Rescue and various financial approvals.
- Resolution No. 1682: Interagency Pooling Agreement with Pierce County for Opioid Settlement Funds
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,126,205.40
- Resolution No. 1687: Grant for Bill Heath Sports Complex Multiuse Synthetic Turf
- Resolution No. 1688: Grant for Bill Heath Sports Complex Lighting & Improvements
- Resolution No. 1690: Department of Commerce Grant Acceptance regarding Climate Change and Resiliency
General
The Civil Service Commission will meet to review certified lists and receive a department update. The agenda also includes an update regarding Civil Service Rules.
- Review of Certified Lists
- Department Update
- Civil Service Rules Update
General
The Salary Commission will meet to conduct a code review and discuss compensation history. The commission will also review comparable data and determine future direction.
- Code Review
- Compensation History discussion
- Comparable Data review
Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will receive updates on the Chalk Art Festival, Music off Main, and Utility Box Wrap. The meeting also includes a report regarding Commissioner Bailey's resignation.
- Chalk Art Festival update
- Music off Main update
- Utility Box Wrap update
- Commissioner Bailey resignation
Community Development Committee
The committee will consider grant authorizations related to the Bill Heath Sports Complex. The meeting also includes a discussion on accepting a Climate Change and Resiliency Grant from the Department of Commerce.
- Resolution 1687: Grant for Bill Heath Sports Complex multiuse synthetic turf
- Resolution 1688: Grant for Bill Heath Sports Complex lighting and improvements
- Climate Change and Resiliency Grant acceptance from Department of Commerce
City Council
The City Council will review several items, including the adoption of a new parks and trails plan. The meeting also includes discussions on authorizing a Public Works Trust Fund loan and establishing a capital reserve fund. Additionally, the council will consider rejecting all bids for wayfinding signage.
- Adoption of the 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan (Resolution No. 1686)
- Rejection of all bids for Wayfinding Signage (Resolution No. 1683)
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,468,783.68
- Authorization of a Public Works Trust Fund loan (Ordinance No. 2882)
- Establishment of Sumner Municipal Code 1.22 'Government Speech' (Ordinance 2888)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The committee will review a resolution regarding opioid settlement funds and discuss surplus authorization. Staff will also provide updates on monthly sales tax and recruitment efforts.
- Resolution No. 1682: Interagency Pooling Agreement with Pierce County for Opioid Settlement Funds
- Surplus Authorization
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan and the White River Project. The agenda also includes updates on the New Operations Center and a resolution regarding Ryan House private funding.
- 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan
- White River Project update
- New Operations Center update
- Ryan House Private Funding Resolution
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission is meeting to provide an update on the 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan. The agenda also includes reports regarding RCO grants and the Green River College Watershed Invasive Species Management Plan.
- Update on the 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan
- RCO Grants (COAF & YAF) report
- Green River College Watershed Invasive Species Management Plan
- Creekside Trees & Sidewalk Program discussion
Design Commission
The Design Commission will address the 160th Apartments. The commission will also consider an update to its Rules of Procedure.
- 160th Apartments
- Update to Design Commission Rules of Procedure
Public Works Committee
The committee will review a loan application certification for the Public Works Trust Fund. They will also consider rejecting all bids for Wayfinding Signage and authorizing an LCP grant. A consultant agreement supplement for 166th widening and improvements is also on the agenda.
- Rejection of all bids for W-24-04: Wayfinding Signage
- Local & Community Projects Program (LCP) Grant Authorization
- Public Works Trust Fund Loan Application Certification
- Consultant Agreement Supplement for 166th Widening & Improvements
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan. The agenda also includes several proposed ordinances concerning transportation impact fees, personnel policies, and pretreatment regulations.
- Public Hearing: 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan
- Ordinance No. 2885: Transportation Impact Fees
- Ordinance No. 2886: Amending Sumner Municipal Code Chapter 2.100 Personnel Policies
- Ordinance 2839: Amending Sumner Municipal Code Chapters 13.16 and 13.18 - Pretreatment Regulations
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,279,227.35
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session to receive an update on the Ryan House project. No other business is scheduled for this session.
- Update on the Ryan House project
General
The Sumner City Council is holding a retreat to initiate the 2025-26 budget process. Discussions will include financial forecasts, revenue reviews, and fund limitations. The council will also review policy matters including the golf course sale update and government speech policy.
- 2025-26 Budget Kick Off
- Golf Course Sale Update
- Government Speech Policy discussion
- Public Engagement Review
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss recommendations for the 2024-2030 Sumner Parks & Trails Plan Update. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a code update for Battery Energy Storage Systems.
- 2024-2030 Sumner Parks & Trails Plan Update discussion
- Battery Energy Storage Systems code update discussion
Community Development Committee
The committee will consider accepting a Climate Change and Resiliency Grant from the Department of Commerce. Staff will also present the Year-to-date Permit Report for March 2024.
- Climate Change and Resiliency Grant Acceptance via Department of Commerce
- Year-to-date Permit Report - March 2024
City Council
This special meeting of the Sumner City Council is scheduled to discuss a council vacancy. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion regarding a council vacancy
City Council
The Sumner City Council is holding a study session to discuss the Biosolids Equipment Modernization Project and the 2024 Pretreatment Program Update. The meeting also includes setting the upcoming council and committee calendars.
- Biosolids Equipment Modernization Project
- 2024 Pretreatment Program Update
Finance & Personnel Committee
The committee will select a chair and confirm meeting schedules. Business includes reviewing ordinances regarding the Public Works Trust Fund and personnel policies.
- Selection of Committee Chair
- Ordinance No. XXXX: Public Works Trust Fund Loan Increase
- Ordinance No. 2886: Amending SMC Chapter 2.100 Personnel Policies
- Resolution No. 1681: Interlocal Agreement with Rainier Communication Commission
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
Planning Commission
The Sumner Planning Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding the 2024 Parks and Trails Plan. There are no items listed under unfinished or new business for this meeting.
- Public hearing for the 2024 Parks and Trails Plan
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will meet to receive monthly reports and department updates from the Fire and Police departments. The meeting includes staff contacts from the Sumner Police and EPFR.
- Monthly reports and department updates – Fire
- Monthly reports and department updates – Police
City Council
The council will vote on accepting grants for stormwater capacity and the Sidewalk Repair Program. The agenda also includes several appointments to the Salary Commission and the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.
- Stormwater Capacity Grant acceptance (Resolution No. 1680)
- Sidewalk Repair Program grant acceptance (Resolution No. 1679)
- Video Surveillance System Contract with Security Solutions Northwest
- Operations Facility North Parcel construction contract award
- Reappointments to the Sumner Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
City Council
This study session includes an annual update regarding the YMCA and a discussion on the council vacancy process. The City Administrator will also provide a report.
- YMCA annual update
- Council vacancy process
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. Staff reports will be presented covering housing, land use, environment, and historic resources.
- Public hearing: 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update
- Staff report on Housing/Land Use Regulations
- Staff report on Environment/Critical Areas Regulations
- Staff report on Historic/Cultural Resources
General
The Civil Service Commission will meet at City Hall to review certified lists and receive a department update. The meeting follows a hybrid model allowing for in-person or virtual attendance.
- Review of Certified Lists
- Department Update
Public Works Committee
The committee will review several resolutions regarding grant acceptances for stormwater and sidewalk repairs. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Joint Advisory Committee and an ordinance regarding transportation impact fees.
- Resolution 1680: Stormwater Capacity Grant Acceptance
- Conduit Lease Agreement
- Ordinance No. 2885: Transportation Impact Fees
- Resolution No. 1679: TIB Grant Acceptance - Sidewalk Repair Program
- Operations Facility North Parcel - Construction Contract Award
City Council
The City Council will review an annual update to the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. The agenda also includes a public hearing for equipment surplus authorization and several commission re-appointments. Additionally, the council will consider various resolutions and labor agreements.
- Update to the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
- Public hearing for equipment surplus authorization (Resolution No. 1677)
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,632,382.03
- Ordinance No. 2884 regarding the 2024 Compensation Schedule Amendment
- Interagency Data Sharing Agreement with the WA State Auditor (Resolution No. 1675)
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will consider Resolution No. 1674 regarding the acceptance of a subrecipient grant for Floodplains for the Future. The committee will also receive a Year-to-Date Permit Report.
- Resolution No. 1674: Floodplains for the Future - Subrecipient Grant Acceptance
- Year-to-Date Permit Report
City Council
The City Council is conducting a study session to review the 2023 budget year. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2024-2030 Parks, Trails & Open Space Plan.
- 2023 Budget Year in Review
- 2024-2030 Parks, Trails & Open Space Plan
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will meet to receive monthly reports and department updates from the Fire and Police departments. No specific actions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Monthly reports and department updates – Fire
- Monthly reports and department updates – Police
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update. The council will also consider ordinances regarding Cultural Arts Commission changes and biennial budget amendments. Additionally, members will select committees for the 2024/2025 term.
- Public hearing for the 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update
- Ordinance No. 2883 to amend the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
- Ordinance No. 2880 regarding Cultural Arts Commission changes
- Approval of checks and electronic payments in the amount of $2,935,510.68
- Selection of committees for the 2024/2025 term
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review updates regarding ARPA fund allocations for a commissary kitchen and Cellebrite software. The committee is also scheduled to consider resolutions regarding a data sharing agreement and equipment surplus. Staff will present reports on monthly sales tax and recruitment updates.
- ARPA Fund Allocation - Commissary Kitchen Update
- ARPA Fund Allocation - Cellebrite Software
- Resolution No. 1675 Data Sharing Agreement
- Resolution No. 1677 Equipment Surplus
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission will review a draft of the 2024 - 2030 Parks & Trails Plan Update. The meeting also includes approval of the February 8, 2024, meeting minutes.
- 2024 - 2030 Parks & Trails Plan Update - Draft
- Approval of the February 8, 2024 meeting
City Council
The City Council is conducting a study session to discuss several municipal items. Topics include an update on the Sumner Library, a biennial budget amendment, and a transportation improvement program update.
- Ordinance No. 2883: Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
- Resolution No. 1678: 2025-2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update
- Sumner Library Update
- Transportation Impact Fees Discussion
City Council
The City Council will administer an oath of office to Pat Clerget. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding the closure of the RV Waste Receiving Station and a Planning Commissioner appointment.
- Oath of office for Pat Clerget
- Resolution No. 1676 - RV Waste Receiving Station Closure
- Planning Commissioner Appointment - Healy
- Resolution No. 1670 - Metro Animal Services Donation Acceptance
Community Development Committee
The committee will consider Ordinance No. 2880 regarding changes to the Cultural Arts Commission. The meeting also includes a year-to-date permit report for January 2024.
- Ordinance No. 2880 - Cultural Arts Commission Changes
- Year-to-Date Permit Report - January 2024
City Council
The Sumner City Council is holding a study session to discuss an RV dump station. The meeting also includes setting the upcoming council and committee calendars.
- RV Dump Station Discussion
Cultural Arts Commission
The commission will review subcommittee recommendations regarding Music off Main. The meeting also includes a reminder for the SBLSD STEM Fair and Art Show on February 24, 2024. Additionally, the commission will conduct elections for Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Music off Main subcommittee recommendations
- SBLSD STEM Fair and Art Show reminder
- Chair/Vice-Chair elections
Public Safety
The Public Safety Committee will meet to review monthly reports and department updates from the Fire and Police departments. No specific action items or discussion topics were listed in the agenda.
- Fire department monthly reports and updates
- Police department monthly reports and updates
Design Commission
The Design Commission will review a driveway recommendation for East Main Street. The meeting also includes design reviews for a new commercial building at 1103 Main Street and a new restaurant near SR 167 Highway.
- Commission recommendation on East Main Street driveway (15403/15407 Main Street)
- Design review for a new 16,200sf commercial building at 1103 Main Street
- Design review for a new restaurant and site improvements near SR 167 Highway
City Council
The Sumner City Council will consider ordinance updates regarding utility base fees and stormwater management. The agenda also includes contract amendments for the Operations Facility and Heritage Park & Alley Master Plan.
- Utility Base Fee Update (Ordinance 2881)
- Stormwater Management Regulations update (Ordinance 2869)
- Approval of $2,632,102.48 in electronic checks and payments
- Essential Public Facilities Code Update (Ordinance 2878)
- Public Works Trust Fund Loan (Ordinance 2882)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The committee will consider an ordinance to approve a Public Works Trust Fund loan for the Decant Facility. Members will also review a resolution regarding a donation from Metro Animal Services. Staff updates on recruitment, audits, and sales tax reports are also scheduled.
- Ordinance No. 2882: Public Works Trust Fund Loan (Decant Facility)
- Resolution No. 1670: Metro Animal Services Donation Acceptance
- Annual Local Improvement District Report
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
City Council
The City Council will address a council vacancy during this meeting. The council also scheduled an executive session to evaluate the qualifications of a candidate for appointment to elective office.
- Discussion regarding a council vacancy
- Executive session to evaluate a candidate for appointment to elective office
- Review of council and committee meeting calendars
Parks & Forestry
The Forestry Commission will meet to approve minutes from the November 30, 2023 special meeting. The agenda also includes updates regarding the cemetery, Arbor Day 2024, and parks.
- Approval of November 30, 2023 special meeting minutes
- Cemetery update
- Arbor Day 2024
- Parks updates
Public Works Committee
The committee will review several resolutions and ordinances regarding utility base fees and stormwater management. Discussion includes grant authorizations, trust fund loans, and various consultant contract amendments.
- Resolution No. 1667: Recreation & Conservation Office (RCO) Grant Authorization
- Resolution No. 1672: Public Works Trust Fund Loan
- Ordinance No. 2881: Utility Base Fee Update
- Systemic Horizontal Curve Improvements - Consultant Contract Award
- Ordinance No. 2869: Sumner Municipal Code Update - 13.48 Stormwater Management Regulations
City Council
The City Council will review several consent agenda items including a wastewater treatment agreement and a construction management contract. The council will also consider Resolution No. 1668 regarding Murrey's disposal rate increase.
- Contract award for Operations Facility construction management services
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $615,660.57
- Resolution No. 1671: Adopting Sumner's Tourism Plan
- Resolution No. 1669: Sumner-Bonney Lake Wastewater Treatment Facility Interlocal Agreement
- Resolution No. 1668: Murrey's Disposal Rate Increase
City Council
The Sumner City Council is holding a special study session to review Ordinance No. 2878. This item concerns an update to the city's Essential Public Facilities Code.
- Ordinance No. 2878: Essential Public Facilities Code Update
City Council
The City Council is holding a special study session to review Resolution No. 1669 regarding the Sumner-Bonney Lake Wastewater Treatment Facility Interlocal Agreement. The council will also receive an update on city facilities. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel.
- Resolution No. 1669: Sumner-Bonney Lake Wastewater Treatment Facility Interlocal Agreement
- City Facilities Update
Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss proposed changes from Ryan Windish and the SBLSD Art Show. The commission will also receive updates regarding utility boxes and Music off Main.
- CAC Proposed Changes by Ryan Windish
- SBLSD Art Show
- Utility Box Update
- Music off Main Update
Community Development Committee
The committee will review Ordinance No. 2880 regarding changes to the Cultural Arts Commission. The meeting also includes a report on development permits from 2023.
- Ordinance No. 2880 - Cultural Arts Commission Changes
- 2023 Development Permits Report
City Council
The Sumner City Council is holding a study session to discuss Murrey's Disposal Rate Increase and updates to the Community Partners Fund. The meeting also includes the City Administrator Report and agenda setting for future council and committee meetings.
- Murrey's Disposal Rate Increase
- Community Partners Fund Updates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding an overview of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Capital Facilities Plan. Staff also provided contact information for public street code enforcement questions.
- 2024 Comprehensive Plan - Capital Facilities Plan Overview
City Council
The council will consider utility rate adjustments and labor agreements for Sumner Police Guild employees. The agenda also includes a grant acceptance for Heritage Park and contract awards for street design.
- Substitute Ordinance No. 2875 regarding utility rate adjustments
- Labor agreements with the Sumner Police Guild
- Rejection of all bids for Maple St pedestrian signals
- Contract award for Tacoma Ave overlay and intersection design
- Pierce County LTAC grant acceptance for Heritage Park & Hops Alley design
Finance & Personnel Committee
The committee will conduct business including the selection of a chair and confirmation of meeting schedules. The agenda also includes a public defense contract approval and several staff reports.
- Selection of Committee Chair
- Public Defense Contract Approval
- Monthly Sales Tax Report
- Recruitment & Negotiation Update
- Audit Update
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss utility rate adjustments and several infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes reviewing a resolution to reject bids for Maple Street pedestrian signals.
- Utility rate adjustments (Substitute Ordinance No: 2875)
- Rejection of all bids for Maple St Pedestrian Signals (Resolution No. 1665)
- Contract award for Tacoma Ave Overlay and Intersection design
- Contract award for Operations Facility construction management services
- Pierce County LTAC Grant acceptance for Heritage Park & Hops Alley design (Resolution No. 1666)
City Council
The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the Sumner Strategic Tourism Plan. The meeting also includes the City Administrator Report and agenda setting for upcoming council and committee meetings. An executive session is scheduled to discuss labor negotiations and potential litigation with legal counsel.
- Sumner Strategic Tourism Plan discussion
- City Administrator Report
- Executive Session regarding labor negotiations and litigation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct business including the election of officers for 2024. The agenda includes discussions on a Critical Areas Ordinance update and a Transportation Plan and Transportation Impact Fee update.
- Election of Officers for 2024
- Critical Areas Ordinance Update
- Transportation Plan & Transportation Impact Fee Update
City Council
The Sumner City Council will administer oaths of office to three new members and approve a consent agenda that includes $1,360,981.21 in payments and prior meeting minutes. The body will also elect a deputy mayor, select 2024/2025 committees, and appoint representatives to the Rainier Cable Commission and Pierce County Regional Council. A presentation on council vacancy procedures is scheduled alongside standard leadership reports.
- Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $1,360,981.21
- Administration of oaths for Carla Bowman, Curt Brown, and Andy Elfers
- Election of a new Deputy Mayor
- Appointments to the Rainier Cable Commission and Pierce County Regional Council
- Presentation on the council vacancy process