Sumner public meetings in 2024

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

The Forestry & Parks Commission approved the minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting. Staff discussed updating or creating a Memorial/Donation Policy for the park system, with goals to set guidelines and provide community contribution opportunities. No formal decision was made on the policy; it remains under discussion.

• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes

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

The Sumner City Council approved the 2025/2026 biennial budget (Ordinance No. 2905) and the 2023/2024 final budget amendment (Ordinance No. 2910), both by roll call vote. The council also approved the construction contract for the Public Works Operations Facility Phase 3. The consent agenda, including the 2024 Sidewalk Repair Program change order and Resolution No. 1707 for a Complete Streets grant, was approved by voice vote. A public hearing was held on the Sumner Library Development Agreement (Ordinance No. 2915), but no action was taken on it at this meeting.

• Approved 2025/2026 biennial budget (Ordinance No. 2905) by roll call vote
• Approved 2023/2024 final budget amendment (Ordinance No. 2910) by roll call vote
• Approved construction contract for Public Works Operations Facility Phase 3 by roll call vote
• Approved consent agenda including sidewalk repair change order, Complete Streets grant acceptance, and other items by voice vote
• Held public hearing on Sumner Library Development Agreement (Ordinance No. 2915); no action taken

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

The Sumner Public Works Committee reviewed and recommended several items for approval, including a plant procurement contract for the White River Restoration Project, an emergency management agreement amendment, a development agreement for the new library, and the Operations Facility Phase 3 construction contract. The committee also advanced a sidewalk repair change order, a TIB Complete Streets grant acceptance, a biosolids dryer procurement change order, a water rights consultant contract amendment, and a South Tank retrofit design consultant contract amendment.

• White River Restoration plant procurement proposal recommended for approval ($742,679.92)
• Resolution No. 1706 amending ILA with EPIC for Emergency Management recommended for approval
• Ordinance No. 2915 Sumner Library Development Agreement recommended for approval
• Operations Facility Phase 3 construction contract recommended for approval ($37,533,572.84)
• 2024 Sidewalk Repair Program change order recommended for approval ($43,290.00 added)
• Resolution No. 1707 TIB Complete Streets grant acceptance recommended for approval ($747,214.00)
• Biosolids Dryer Procurement change order recommended for approval ($545,310.00 added)
• South Tank Retrofit design consultant contract amendment recommended for approval ($79,851.00 added)

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

The Council approved Substitute Ordinance No. 2885 on transportation impact fees by roll call vote. Public hearings were held on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, the 2025/2026 biennial budget, and the 2023/2024 final budget amendment, but no votes were taken on these items. The consent agenda, including payments of $2,175,497.92 and prior meeting minutes, was approved by voice vote.

• Approved Substitute Ordinance No. 2885 – Transportation Impact Fees (roll call vote)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,175,497.92 in checks and electronic payments
• Approved minutes from November 4 and November 12, 2024 meetings
• Held public hearing on 2024 Comprehensive Plan update (no vote)
• Held public hearing on 2025/2026 biennial budget (no vote)
• Held public hearing on 2023/2024 final budget amendment (no vote)

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

The City Council administered the oath of office to new Councilmember Matt Kenna and approved a series of ordinances regarding zoning, utility billing, and energy storage systems. The council also held a public hearing for the 2025/2026 biennial budget and approved the consent agenda, which included various contracts and policy updates.

• Administered oath of office to Councilmember Matt Kenna
• Approved consent agenda including South Tank retrofit contract
• Approved Ordinance 2889: Battery Energy Storage Systems code amendment
• Approved Ordinance 2900: Multifamily Residential Infill code amendment
• Approved Ordinance 2901: Permit Review & Timelines code amendment
• Approved Ordinance 2912: Utility billing and sewer rate amendments
• Approved Ordinance 2911: 2025 utility rates
• Approved Ordinance 2902: Group Homes code amendment

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

The City Council met for a special study session to discuss the 2023/2024 final budget amendment and the 2025/2026 biennial budget review. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this meeting.

• Discussed Ordinance No. 2910 regarding the 2023/2024 final budget amendment
• Reviewed the 2025/2026 biennial budget

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

The committee reviewed and recommended three ordinances for future council action, including sewer fees, hydrant use, and a budget amendment. Members also received updates on city recruitment efforts and union negotiations. The committee voted to cancel its December 12, 2024, meeting.

• Advanced Ordinance No. 2913 regarding sewer fees (Do Pass)
• Advanced Ordinance No. 2914 regarding hydrant use (Do Pass)
• Advanced Ordinance No. 2910 regarding 2023/2024 budget amendment (Do Pass)
• Cancelled December 12, 2024, committee meeting

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

The Forestry & Parks Commission approved the September 12, 2024 meeting minutes. The meeting was primarily informational, covering updates on parks, cemeteries, and tree projects, with no substantive decisions made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes

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

The City Council held a study session to review the 2024 Comprehensive Plan elements for transportation, capital facilities, and utilities. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, including excusing an absent councilmember and setting future agendas.

• Excused Councilmember Elfers from the meeting (voice vote)
• Reviewed 2024 Comprehensive Plan transportation, capital facilities, and utilities elements (no action taken)

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

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of three items: a $25,664.31 interlocal agreement with Pierce Conservation District for Salmon Creek planting, a $1,500 temporary construction easement from Digna Cabrera for the Operations Facility project, and a $2,182,335 construction contract with T Bailey, Inc. for the South Tank Reservoir retrofit. All recommendations were 'Do-Pass' and will go to the full City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1704: Pierce Conservation District ILA ($25,664.31)
• Recommended approval of temporary construction easement from Digna Cabrera ($1,500)
• Recommended approval of South Tank Retrofit construction contract to T Bailey, Inc. ($2,182,335)

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

The council approved Resolution No. 1700 for the 2025 property tax levy and appointed Matthew Kenna to fill the council vacancy, with Michael Hochstatter as the other nominee. The consent agenda, including payments of $5,031,579.87 and prior meeting minutes, was approved. No public hearing or executive session was held.

• Approved Resolution No. 1700 – Tax Year 2025 Ad Valorem Property (roll call vote)
• Approved consent agenda including $5,031,579.87 in checks and payments (voice vote)
• Appointed Matthew Kenna to council vacancy (4-2 roll call vote)

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

The Sumner City Council met for a special study session to discuss the 2025 legislative agenda and utility matters. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• Discussed 2025 Legislative Agenda
• Discussed utility matters

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

The Sumner City Council met in a special study session on October 28, 2024, to hear a presentation from Senior Planner Ann Siegenthaler on elements 11 through 15 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. Councilmembers Elfers and Mayor Hayden were absent; a motion to excuse Elfers passed by voice vote. No substantive decisions were made — the minutes record only the presentation and adjournment at 8:56pm.

• Excused Councilmember Elfers from the meeting (passed by voice vote)
• No other decisions recorded; study session only

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

The City Council held a special study session to interview seven candidates for a council vacancy. After the interviews, the council went into executive session to evaluate the candidates' qualifications. No appointment was made during this meeting.

• Interviewed 7 candidates for council vacancy
• Held executive session to evaluate candidate qualifications
• No appointment made during this session

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

The council approved the 2025 employee compensation schedule and amendments to personnel policies in the municipal code. A construction contract for the Stewart Road Bridge was also approved, though the motion text in the minutes incorrectly references the personnel ordinance. The consent agenda, including several bridge-related agreements and a $3.65M payment approval, passed by voice vote.

• Approved 2025 employee compensation schedule (roll call vote)
• Approved amendments to Sumner Municipal Code 2.100 personnel policies (roll call vote)
• Approved Stewart Road Bridge construction contract (roll call vote)
• Approved consent agenda including Stewart Road Bridge property rights acquisition, consultant agreements, and $3,649,732.22 in payments (voice vote)

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

The Sumner City Council met in a special study session to discuss utility rates and alternatives, led by City Administrator Jason Wilson and Chris Gonzalez of FCS Group. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the session was for discussion only.

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

The City Council met in a special study session to discuss the Stewart Road Bridge construction contract and Comprehensive Plan Elements 1-10. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the items were presented for discussion only.

• No formal decisions made; study session only

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

The Public Safety Committee gave a 'do pass' recommendation to Resolution 1702, which would authorize an interlocal agreement with the City of Auburn for $150,000 in partial funding toward the Stewart Road bridge replacement. The funds would support the local matching portion of grants. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and preempted by a special council study session.

• Recommended 'do pass' on Resolution 1702 authorizing $150,000 ILA with Auburn for Stewart Road bridge (unanimous)

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)

The City Council met for a study session to discuss the 2025/2026 biennial budget and property tax, along with agenda setting for upcoming meetings. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session. The meeting adjourned at 6:52 PM.

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

The Finance & Personnel Committee concurred on a 1.0% increase in the 2025 ad valorem property tax levy and forwarded it to the October 14 Study Session. The committee also recommended approval of a consultant contract for the Climate Resiliency Grant, the 2025 compensation schedule, and personnel policy amendments, all slated for the October 21 City Council meeting. Recruitment and negotiations updates were provided, including a recommendation to add police staffing positions to the 2025/2026 budget.

• Concurred on 1.0% property tax levy increase for TY2025 (forwarded to Study Session)
• Recommended approval of Parametrix Inc. consultant contract for Climate Resiliency Grant (Consent Agenda)
• Recommended approval of 2025 compensation schedule (Regular Business)
• Recommended approval of personnel policy amendments including medical cost share (Regular Business)
• Recommended recruiting for Police Support Services Manager and additional FTE for evidence administration
• Asked to consider accelerating 1.0 FTE Police Officer from 2026 to 2025 in biennial budget

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)

The council approved Ordinance No. 2897 amending the 2023/2024 biennial budget, Ordinance No. 2898 amending city parks, trails, and facilities code, and Ordinance No. 2895 amending pretreatment regulations, all by roll call vote. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and a grant acceptance resolution, was also approved. No public comments were made on the ordinances, though one person spoke on the budget amendment.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and Resolution No. 1701 (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2897 amending 2023/2024 biennial budget (roll call)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2898 amending SMC 12.60 City Parks, Trails, and Facilities (roll call)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2895 amending pretreatment regulations (roll call)

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

Public Works Committee

The Sumner Public Works Committee will meet on October 1, 2024, to decide on ordinance amendments, easement acquisition, and construction contracts related to the Stewart Road Bridge project. The committee will also discuss wastewater treatment facility parking lot plans and an ADA transition plan update.

• Ordinance No. 2895: Amending pretreatment regulations
• Stewart Road Bridge - PSE easement acquisition
• Stewart Road Bridge - construction management consultant agreement
• Washington Street Preservation - consultant contract award
• WWTF parking lot plans

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of several items, including a $4,993,733 construction management agreement with WSP USA for the Stewart Road Bridge project, a $219,900 design contract with KPG Psomas for Washington Street preservation, and property acquisitions from PSE for $8,961.50. The committee also recommended approval of Ordinance No. 2895 amending pretreatment regulations. Informational updates were given on traffic impact fees, the WWTF parking lot, and the ADA transition plan.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance No. 2895 amending pretreatment regulations
• Recommended approval of PSE property acquisitions for $8,961.50 for Stewart Road Bridge
• Recommended approval of $4,993,733 construction management agreement with WSP USA for Stewart Road Bridge
• Recommended approval of $219,900 design contract with KPG Psomas for Washington Street Preservation

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

The City Council met for a special study session to review the 2025/2026 budget. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during the session. The meeting was adjourned after the budget review discussion.

• No decisions made; budget review was discussion only

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)

The City Council held a study session to review the 2025/2026 budget, with no formal decisions made. The meeting also included reports on upcoming officer swearing-in and a special study session scheduled for October 30, 2024. The meeting was adjourned without additional business.

• Reviewed 2025/2026 budget (no action taken)
• Noted Lt. Houselog and Sgt. Watson swearing-in at 5 PM
• Scheduled October 30, 2024 special study session at 3 PM

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

The City Council held a special study session to review the 2025/2026 budget for Public Works. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the session was for discussion and review only. The meeting was adjourned after the review.

• Reviewed 2025/2026 Public Works budget (no action taken)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding utility taxes. The body will also review a consent agenda containing several project agreements and payment approvals.

• Ordinance No. 2894: Amending Sumner Municipal Code 5.08 - Utility Taxes
• Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $1,199,183.18
• White River Restoration Phase 1 (CIP 14-10) Change Order 1
• Main & Wood Intersection Improvements Consultant Agreement Supplement
• Resolution No. 1699: EV Charging Commerce Grant Acceptance

The council approved Ordinance No. 2894 amending Sumner Municipal Code 5.08 on utility taxes, with a 5-1 vote. The consent agenda, including several contracts and a $1,199,183.18 payment approval, was passed by voice vote. No public hearing was held, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2894 amending utility tax code (5-1)
• Approved consent agenda including White River Restoration change order, Main & Wood intersection consultant supplement, EV charging grant acceptance, Sound Inspections contract amendment, minutes, and $1,199,183.18 in payments (voice vote)

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

The Sumner City Council met for a special study session to review the 2025/2026 budget. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session; it was a discussion-only meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 PM.

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

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended passage of Ordinance No. 2894, moving the utility tax effective date to January 1, 2025, and Ordinance No. 2897, amending the 2023/24 biennial budget. It also authorized the surplus of a cemetery Toro Workman and a Ford dump truck. Recruitment updates noted a Planner vacancy and the start of Teamsters negotiations.

• Ordinance No. 2894 (utility taxes) recommended Do Pass, effective date moved to Jan 1, 2025
• Ordinance No. 2897 (2023/24 budget amendment) recommended Do Pass
• Surplus authorization approved for Cemetery Toro Workman and Ford dump truck
• Recruitment update noted Planner vacancy in Development Services
• Negotiations with Teamsters Union began; contract expires end of 2024

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

The Forestry Commission approved the May 9, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed a code update to SMC 12.60 (City Parks, Trails, and Facilities). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included reports on cemetery and parks updates.

• Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussed SMC 12.60 City Parks, Trails, and Facilities code update

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

The City Council held a study session on September 9, 2024, to review the Sumner Commuter Connector Final Report and begin the 2025/2026 Biennial Budget Review. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session; it was informational only.

• Reviewed Sumner Commuter Connector Final Report (no action)
• Reviewed 2025/2026 Biennial Budget (no action)

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

The Public Works Committee issued do-pass recommendations on several items, including a $1.085 million change order for the White River Restoration Phase 1 project, a $74,824.78 supplement for the Main & Wood intersection construction management contract, and acceptance of two state grants for EV chargers and a float barn. The committee also recommended a $100,000 amendment to the Sound Inspections contract. These recommendations will go to the full City Council for final approval.

• Recommended White River Restoration Phase 1 change order for $1,085,000
• Recommended $74,824.78 supplement to Consor North America contract for Main & Wood intersection
• Recommended acceptance of $30,000 EV charging grant (Resolution 1699)
• Recommended acceptance of $99,910 float barn grant (Resolution 1673)
• Recommended $100,000 amendment to Sound Inspections contract

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

The Sumner City Council confirmed the Lodging Tax Committee's recommended funding for three MainStreet Vision projects: trees, bike racks, and tables & chairs. All three items passed by roll call vote. The consent agenda, including approval of checks and payments totaling $1,800,522.46 and two interlocal agreements for law enforcement services, was also approved by voice vote.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,800,522.46 in checks and electronic payments (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 1697 – Interlocal Agreement for Specialized Law Enforcement Services (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 1698 – Addendum to Interlocal Agreement for Multijurisdictional SWAT Team (consent agenda)
• Approved minutes from August 19, 2024 regular meeting and August 26, 2024 study session (consent agenda)
• Confirmed LTAC funding for MainStreet Vision – Trees (roll call vote)
• Confirmed LTAC funding for MainStreet Vision – Bike Racks (roll call vote)
• Confirmed LTAC funding for MainStreet Vision – Tables & Chairs (roll call vote)

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

The Sumner City Council held a special study session discussing the Public Works Operations Facility funding, community partners funding, and a council vacancy. No substantive votes, ordinances, or formal decisions were recorded in the minutes. The council also adjourned into a 15-minute executive session to discuss real estate acquisition or sale and threatened litigation.

• Adjourned into executive session for 15 minutes to discuss real estate and threatened litigation

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to review a proposed Parklet Policy. The committee will also receive a year-to-date permit report.

• Proposed Parklet Policy
• Year-to-Date Permit Report

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

The City Council held a study session on August 26, 2024, during which members toured eight parks across Sumner. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 7:24 PM.

• No formal decisions made during study session

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

The Public Safety Committee unanimously recommended approval of Resolution 1697 and an interlocal agreement for specialized law enforcement services from Pierce County, replacing the 2020 agreement. They also endorsed an addendum to the SWAT team agreement allowing Central Pierce Fire & Rescue to add tactical medics. Both items will go to the City Council as consent items on September 3.

• Unanimous 'do pass' for Resolution 1697 and interlocal agreement with Pierce County for specialized law enforcement services
• Unanimous 'do pass' for addendum to SWAT team agreement adding tactical medics from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue
• September Public Safety Committee meeting cancelled due to budget workshop

General

The Sumner Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to discuss tourism funding updates, progress on the Strategic Tourism Subarea Plan, and funding recommendations. The committee will also introduce a new chair and review the budget process.

• Introductions and new chair
• Update on funding and budget process
• Fulfilling the Strategic Tourism Subarea Plan
• Funding recommendations for consideration

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee unanimously recommended funding up to $75,000 for street trees on Main Street, $6,000 for downtown bike racks, and $5,000 for Heritage Park tables, chairs and umbrellas in 2025. Members stressed these are tied to tourism plans and should not set precedent for similar requests elsewhere. Staff advised holding back most lodging tax funds pending a Pierce County construction funding request for Hops Alley and Heritage Park Phase 1.

• Recommended up to $75,000 for Main Street street trees (unanimous)
• Recommended $6,000 for downtown bike racks (unanimous)
• Recommended $5,000 for Heritage Park tables, chairs and umbrellas in 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 1:55 pm

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

The City Council approved Resolution 1695, the Council Rules of Procedure, after it was removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion. The council also voted to postpone Ordinance No. 2894, amending Sumner Municipal Code 5.08 on utilities, to September 16, 2024. The consent agenda, including items like the Stewart Road Pond Repair construction contract and approval of $2,375,808.01 in checks, was approved.

• Approved consent agenda items 1, 3-9 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1695 - Council Rules of Procedure (6-0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 2894 - Utilities code amendment to September 16, 2024 (6-1, Bitetto no)
• Approved $2,375,808.01 in checks and electronic payments
• Awarded Stewart Road Pond Repair construction contract
• Approved City Hall Solar Panel Grant Acceptance (Resolution 1696)

Design Commission

The Sumner Design Commission will hold a hybrid public meeting to review a new Heritage Park Event Building proposal. The commission will also hear comments from staff and members before adjourning.

• Heritage Park Event Building proposal under new business

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

The City Council met for a study session on August 12, 2024, to discuss a library update and hear applicant presentations for the Community Partners Fund. No formal decisions were made during the session; it was informational only. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 PM.

• No formal decisions made; study session only

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Sumner Finance & Personnel Committee will conduct routine financial business including authorizing surplus funds, considering an ordinance on utility taxes, approving a contract with Stafford Suites, and reviewing lodging tax recommendations. The meeting will also receive updates on a commissary kitchen project, sales tax revenue, and recruitment efforts.

• Surplus Authorization
• Ord No. 2894 Utility Taxes
• Contract Approval - Stafford Suites
• Community Partners Fund review
• Lodging Tax Recommendations

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted to pass Ordinance No. 2894, which removes the utility tax abatement for monthly charges over $1,500, applying the 6% tax to all charges. The committee also approved surplus authorization for a Parks blower and Heritage Park Fountain tiles, with a process to donate tiles to families and the Sumner Historic Society first. A 3-year contract for Senior Services with Stafford Suites was approved, and the committee recommended three lodging tax projects. No final council action was taken at this meeting.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2894 removing utility tax abatement (Do Pass)
• Approved surplus authorization for Parks blower and fountain tiles with donation process
• Approved 3-year Senior Services contract with Stafford Suites (Do Pass)
• Recommended lodging tax projects: street trees, bike racks, Heritage Park furniture (Do Pass)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to consider several resolutions and ordinances. The body is reviewing a solar panel grant for City Hall and a purchase and sale agreement for the Kondratyuk property.

• Resolution 1696: City Hall Solar Panel Grant Acceptance
• Kondratyuk Property Acquisition Purchase and Sale Agreement
• Ordinance 2895: Amending SMC Pretreatment Regulations
• Stewart Road Pond Repair construction contract award
• Sumner Texaco Heritage Park Remediation agreement with Dept of Ecology

The Public Works Committee issued do-pass recommendations for six items: accepting a $272,000 state grant for City Hall solar panels, approving a $550,000 property purchase for the White River levy setback project, amending pretreatment regulations per Department of Ecology comments, awarding a $535,948.50 construction contract for Stewart Road pond repair, approving a $321,100.75 change order for the cemetery maintenance building water service, and signing a Voluntary Cleanup Program agreement for the former Sumner Texaco site. All recommendations will go to the full City Council for final action.

• Recommended do-pass for Resolution 1696 accepting $272,000 solar panel grant
• Recommended do-pass for $550,000 Kondratyuk property acquisition
• Recommended do-pass for Ordinance 2895 amending pretreatment regulations
• Recommended do-pass for $535,948.50 Stewart Road pond repair contract to Rodarte Construction
• Recommended do-pass for $321,100.75 cemetery building water service change order
• Recommended do-pass for Voluntary Cleanup Program agreement for former Texaco site

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding public records. The body will also review a consent agenda including grant acceptance and payment approvals.

• Ordinance No. 2896: Amending Sumner Municipal Code 1.18, City's Public Records
• Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $2,286,307.42
• Resolution No. 1694: Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority Grant Acceptance

The Sumner City Council approved Ordinance No. 2896, amending the city's public records code (SMC 1.18), by roll call vote. The consent agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes, acceptance of a state auto theft prevention grant, and $2,286,307.42 in payments, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only public comments and reports.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2896 amending SMC 1.18 (public records) by roll call vote
• Approved consent agenda including July 15 and July 22 meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution No. 1694 accepting Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority Grant
• Approved checks and electronic payments totaling $2,286,307.42

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

City Council

The Sumner City Council is holding a study session to discuss three main items: a resolution to accept a Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority grant and install Flock Safety cameras, an update on Heritage Park remediation, and a resolution to update the council's rules of procedure. No final votes are expected at this study session.

• Resolution No. 1694 - Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority Grant & Flock Safety Cameras
• Heritage Park Remediation Update
• Resolution No. 1695 - City Council Rules of Procedure

The City Council held a study session to discuss three items: a grant for auto theft prevention and Flock Safety cameras, an update on Heritage Park remediation, and proposed updates to council rules of procedure. No formal votes were taken; the items were presented for discussion only.

• Discussed Resolution No. 1694 – Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority Grant & Flock Safety Cameras (no action)
• Received Heritage Park Remediation Update (no action)
• Discussed Resolution No. 1695 – City Council Rules of Procedure (no action)

Public Safety

The Sumner Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive monthly reports and updates from the fire and police departments, and to discuss the Crime in Washington report. The agenda is routine, consisting of departmental updates and a discussion item, with no specific action items listed.

• Monthly reports from East Pierce Fire and Rescue (EPFR)
• Monthly reports from Sumner Police Department
• Discussion of the Crime in Washington report

The Public Safety Committee received monthly activity reports from the Fire and Police departments for June and early July. No action items were voted on or tabled. The Police Chief postponed discussion of a WATPA grant and Flock cameras to a future study session and reviewed 2023 crime statistics, noting Sumner's staffing levels are above state averages.

• No action items voted on
• WATPA grant and Flock camera discussion postponed to July 22 study session
• Officer Mendenhall placed on medical leave until July 30

City Council

The Sumner City Council is meeting to consider routine consent items, including an interlocal agreement with Pierce County, a construction contract for lift station control panels, and software licenses. The main new business items are two ordinances: one updating the city's building and construction code, and another amending the 2023/2024 biennial budget. The meeting also includes a public comment period and an executive session.

• Ordinance No. 2892 - Updating Sumner Municipal Code Chapter 15, Buildings and Construction
• Ordinance No. 2893 - Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Resolution No. 1692 - Interlocal Agreement with Pierce County for Commute Trip Reduction Plan update
• Lift Stations 2 and 6 Control Panels - Construction Contract Award
• Approval of checks and electronic payments totaling $1,201,567.48

The City Council adopted updates to the municipal building and construction code and approved amendments to the 2023/2024 biennial budget. The council also approved a consent agenda including several contracts and the acceptance of community court funding.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2892 updating Municipal Code Chapter 15, Buildings and Construction
• Approved Ordinance No. 2893 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget
• Approved Resolution No 1692 for Pierce County Commute Trip Reduction Plan agreement
• Awarded construction contract for Lift Stations 2 and 6 Control Panels
• Approved Microsoft 365 Annual Software License
• Approved Change Order 2 for CIP 21-08 Salmon Creek Channel Realignment
• Approved payments and checks totaling $1,201,567.48
• Approved Resolution No. 1693 accepting Community Court Funding

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

The committee recommended passing an amendment to the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget and an ordinance to increase public records fees. It also recommended accepting state funding for a Community Court program.

• Recommended passing Ordinance No. XXXX to increase public records fees (Do Pass)
• Recommended passing Resolution No. 1693 to accept Community Court funding (Do Pass)
• Recommended passing Ordinance No. 2893 to amend the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (Do Pass)

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

The Sumner City Council met in a study session on July 8, 2024, and took up one agenda item: an overview of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update and selection of a preferred alternative, presented by Senior Planner Ann Siegenthaler. The minutes do not record any decision, vote, or outcome on that item. The meeting adjourned at 7:26pm with no additional business.

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

The committee issued 'Do-Pass' recommendations for a lift station construction contract, a software license renewal, and a channel realignment change order. Staff also provided updates on West Valley Highway sidewalk consultant services and general project statuses.

• Recommended approval of $1,007,400 construction contract to Western Engineering Constructors for Lift Stations 2 & 6 Control Panels
• Recommended approval of $117,413.50 Microsoft 365 annual software license
• Recommended approval of $88,000 change order for Salmon Creek Channel Realignment (CIP 21-08) to Rodarte

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

The Sumner City Council approved three ordinances: No. 2891 updating the Affordable Housing Sales and Use Tax code to match recent state law changes, No. 2889 amending personnel policies, and No. 2890 amending the 2023-2024 budget. All three passed by roll call vote; the minutes do not record individual vote tallies. The council also approved a consent agenda including Resolution No. 1691 (Interlocal Agreement for Multi-Agency Specialty Teams) and checks and electronic payments totaling $1,636,162.46, passed by voice vote. The meeting ended with a 30-minute executive session on pending or threatened litigation and real estate acquisition, extended by 10 minutes, with no action taken.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2891 amending Affordable Housing Sales and Use Tax code (roll call vote, tally not recorded)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2889 amending Municipal Code 2.100 Personnel Policies (roll call vote, tally not recorded)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2890, 2023-2024 Budget Amendment (roll call vote, tally not recorded)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 1691 Interlocal Agreement for Multi-Agency Specialty Teams (voice vote)
• Approved checks and electronic payments of $1,636,162.46 (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from June 17, 2024 regular meeting and June 24, 2024 study session (voice vote)
• Held executive session on pending/threatened litigation and real estate site selection; no action taken

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

The Sumner City Council held a study session on June 24, 2024, covering one agenda item: Washington Street Repaving and Utilities, Wood to McMillan, presented by Public Works Deputy Director Operations Ryan Johnstone and Engineering Specialist Gurismran Singh. The minutes record no motions, votes, or approvals; the meeting was adjourned at 6:38pm. The document is a study session record only, and the minutes provide no detail on what was discussed or any dollar figures.

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

The City Council authorized a contract for biosolids dryer procurement and amended personnel policies. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and payments via a consent agenda.

• Approved contract with Komline-Sanderson Corporation for biosolids equipment not-to-exceed $4,905,600.00
• Adopted Substitute Ordinance No. 2886 amending Sumner Municipal Code Chapter 2.100 Personnel Policies
• Approved $5,804,414.87 in checks and electronic payments
• Approved Fryar Ave Trail consultant contract award
• Approved Elm Street Sidewalks construction contract award
• Approved 2024 Sidewalk Repairs Program construction contract award
• Approved Cemetery Maintenance Facility PSE Easement
• Adopted Resolution No. 1689 (2024-29 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan)

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

The Salary Commission reviewed comparable city data and Consumer Price Index (CPI) trends. The commission voted to recommend specific wage increases for the Mayor and Councilmembers to align with the last five years of CPI data.

• Approved recommended Mayor wage increase to $1,475.00 per 26 pay periods per year (unanimous)
• Approved recommended Councilmember wage increase to $645.00 per 26 pay periods per year (unanimous)

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

The committee voted to recommend the approval of a sidewalk repair contract, budget amendments, and updates to personnel and affordable housing tax codes. The committee also authorized the surplus of seven firearms for trade-in.

• Recommended approval of 2024 Sidewalk Repair Program construction contract
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2891 (Affordable Housing Sales and Use Tax Code SMC 3.22)
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2889 (Amending SMC 2.100 Personnel Policies)
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2890 (Amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget)
• Authorized surplus and trade-in of seven firearms

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

The Public Safety Committee reviewed monthly activity reports from the Fire and Police departments. The committee gave a 'do pass' to a resolution and Interlocal Agreement for Multi-Agency Specialty Teams, which will be placed on the consent agenda for the July 1 meeting. The committee also reviewed the Police Chief's Annual Administrative Review for 2023.

• Resolution and Interlocal Agreement for Multi-Agency Specialty Teams given 'do pass' to July 1 consent agenda
• Monthly activity reports from Fire and Police departments reviewed
• Annual Administrative Review for 2023 presented for 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

The City Council conducted a study session to review the 2024-29 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and a public engagement review. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals.

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

The City Council authorized a contract with Goodfellow Bro's, Inc. for the first phase of the White River Restoration Project. The council also appointed voting delegates for the Association of Washington Cities conference.

• Approved contract with Goodfellow Bro's, Inc. not-to-exceed $3,365,097.18 for White River Restoration Project Phase 1 (CIP14-10)
• Approved Mayor Hayden and Deputy Mayor Cole as voting delegates for the Association of Washington Cities conference (June 18-21, 2024)

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

The Committee issued do-pass recommendations for several infrastructure projects, including river restoration, bridge design, and sidewalk construction. One item regarding water rights appraisals was presented for information only.

• Do-Pass recommendation for White River Restoration Project Phase 1 contract with Goodfellow Bro's, Inc. ($3,059,179.25)
• Do-Pass recommendation for Rivergrove Pedestrian Bridge design supplement ($831,646)
• Do-Pass recommendation for Fryar Ave Trail contract with Commonstreet Consulting ($240,115.85)
• Do-Pass recommendation for Biosolids Dryer procurement contract with Komline-Sanderson Corporation ($4,905,600.00)
• Do-Pass recommendation for Elm Street Sidewalks contract with C. Denney Construction LLC ($319,703.10)
• Do-Pass recommendation for PSE easement for Cemetery Maintenance Facility

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

The City Council voted unanimously to fail a resolution regarding private funding for the Ryan House. The Council also approved a climate change grant and several items on the consent agenda, including sports complex improvements.

• Resolution No. 1685 regarding Ryan House Private Funding failed (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1690 for Department of Commerce Climate Change and Resiliency grant
• Approved Resolution No. 1682 for Opioid Settlement Funds pooling agreement with Pierce County
• Approved $2,126,205.40 in checks and electronic payments
• Approved contract amendment with BERK Consulting, LLC
• Approved Resolution No. 1687 for Bill Heath Sports Complex synthetic turf grant
• Approved Resolution No. 1688 for Bill Heath Sports Complex lighting and improvements grant
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

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)

The Sumner City Council approved several items on its consent agenda, including rejecting all bids for wayfinding signage, accepting a Local & Community Projects grant, and approving checks and electronic payments totaling $2,468,783.68. The council adopted the 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan, authorized a Public Works Trust Fund loan, established a Fund 004 Capital Reserve Fund, and created Sumner Municipal Code 1.22 on "Government Speech." A vote on Resolution No. 1685 regarding Ryan House private funding was postponed to June 3, 2024, after nine people commented and Councilmember Bowman cited the absence of two councilmembers. The meeting ended with an executive session on pending or threatened litigation; no action followed.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 1683 rejecting all bids for W-24-04 Wayfinding Signage (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 1684 accepting Local & Community Projects Program grant (voice vote)
• Approved checks and electronic payments totaling $2,468,783.68 (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1686, 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2882 authorizing a Public Works Trust Fund loan (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2887 establishing Fund 004 Capital Reserve Fund (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2888 establishing Sumner Municipal Code 1.22 "Government Speech" (roll call vote)
• Postponed vote on Resolution No. 1685 Ryan House private funding to June 3, 2024 (roll call vote)

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

The Finance & Personnel Committee authorized the surplus and disposal of a damaged 2015 Ford Police Explorer, an aged parks trailer, and miscellaneous tools. The committee also advanced two items for future council approval: an interagency agreement for opioid settlement funds and an amendment to a consultant contract. Staff provided updates on recent hiring and confirmed no current labor negotiations are underway.

• Authorized surplus/disposal of 2015 Ford Police Explorer ($2,000 est. value)
• Authorized surplus/disposal of 1989 Parks Trailer ($750 est. value)
• Authorized surplus/disposal of miscellaneous gas-powered tools ($2,000 est. value)
• Advanced Resolution No. 1682 (Opioid Settlement Funds) to June 3 council meeting
• Advanced Berk Consulting contract amendment to June 17 council meeting
• Reviewed sales tax reporting (no action required)
• Received verbal update on recruitment and negotiations (no action required)

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

The City Council conducted a study session to receive updates on several city projects. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were recorded during the meeting.

• Excused the absence of Councilmember Bitetto (voice vote)

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

The commission approved the minutes from the March 14, 2024 meeting. Members received updates on the 2024–2030 Parks & Trails Plan and various departmental reports.

• Approved March 14, 2024 meeting minutes

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

The Sumner City Council approved three ordinances by roll call vote: No. 2885 on transportation impact fees, No. 2886 amending personnel policies, and No. 2839 amending pretreatment regulations. The consent agenda passed by voice vote, including checks and electronic payments of $2,279,227.35 and an interlocal agreement with the Rainier Communication Commission. A public hearing on the 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan was held, with residents speaking in favor of the plan and the Ryan House. Greg Reinke was sworn in to fill the council vacancy left by Councilmember Stuard.

• Approved consent agenda including checks and electronic payments of $2,279,227.35 (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 1681 - Interlocal Agreement with Rainier Communication Commission (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from April 15 regular meeting and April 22 special meeting and study session (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2885 - Transportation Impact Fees (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2886 - Amending Sumner Municipal Code Chapter 2.100 Personnel Policies (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2839 - Amending Sumner Municipal Code Chapters 13.16 and 13.18 Pretreatment Regulations (roll call vote)
• Excused Councilmember Bitetto (voice vote)
• Held public hearing on 2024-2030 Parks & Trails Plan

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

The Community Development Committee tabled the acceptance of a $500,000 grant from the State Department of Commerce. Staff were directed to answer questions about the grant's scope of work, and the item will return for review on May 22, 2024. The committee also received a year-to-date permit report for March 2024.

• Tabled acceptance of $500,000 Climate Change and Resiliency Grant
• Directed staff to respond to questions on grant scope of work
• Received Year-to-date Permit Report for 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

The City Council held a special meeting to fill a council vacancy. Following a nomination and roll call vote, the council unanimously appointed Greg Reinke to the position.

• Appointed Greg Reinke to council vacancy (Unanimous)

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

The City Council conducted a study session covering the Biosolids Equipment Modernization Project and the 2024 Pretreatment Program Update. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals.

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

The committee recommended the approval of a Public Works Trust Fund loan increase, personnel policy amendments, and a cable commission agreement. The committee also concurred with a recommendation to hire a second Finance Technician I.

• Recommended 'Do Pass' for Public Works Trust Fund Loan increase of $330,000
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for Ordinance No. 2886 amending personnel policies
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for Resolution No. 1681 Rainier Cable Commission agreement
• Concurred with recommendation to hire a second Finance Technician I candidate
• Selected Councilmember Cole as chair
• Set regular meetings for the second Tuesday of each month at 4:00 PM PST

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

The committee reviewed March 2024 activity reports from the Fire and Police departments. No formal action items were voted on during the meeting. The committee decided to cancel the May meeting due to vacations.

• Cancelled May Public Safety Committee meeting

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

The City Council approved several commission appointments and a resolution for equipment surplus. The council also voted to use a previous applicant list to fill a council vacancy at a special meeting on April 22.

• Approved Consent Agenda including stormwater and transportation grants (Voice Vote)
• Passed Resolution No. 1677 for equipment surplus authorization (Roll Call Vote)
• Reappointed Dean Burke, Trevor Sutton, Meilee Anderson, and Carmelo Lopez to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (Roll Call Votes)
• Appointed Georgia Lomax, Brian Anderson, and Michael Dobb to Salary Commission (Roll Call Votes)
• Approved using February 2024 applicant list to fill council vacancy at April 22 meeting (Roll Call Vote)

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

The City Council conducted a study session featuring an annual update from the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties and a report on a council vacancy. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

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

The committee issued do-pass recommendations for several grants, a fiber lease, and updated transportation impact fees. It also recommended awarding a construction contract for the North Parcel of the new operations facility.

• Selected Pat Clerget as chair of the Public Works Committee
• Do-Pass recommendation for Resolution No. 1680 ($130,000 Stormwater Capacity Grant)
• Do-Pass recommendation for Conduit Lease Agreement with Astound ($11,300 annual fee for commercial use)
• Do-Pass recommendation for Ordinance No. 2885 (Transportation Impact Fees) with amendment to increase P.M. Peak Hour Trip fee to $7,452
• Do-Pass recommendation for Resolution No. 1679 ($500,000 TIB Grant for sidewalk repair)
• Do-Pass recommendation for Operations Facility North Parcel contract awarded to A to B Builders for $2,794,440
• Agreed to quarterly Joint Advisory Committee meetings at 4:30pm on the 1st Tuesday of the 2nd, 5th, 8th, and 11th months

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)

The City Council approved the 2025/2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program annual update and a 2024 compensation schedule amendment. The council also confirmed five mayoral appointments to city commissions and approved several consent agenda items.

• Approved 2025/2030 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program annual update (Roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2884 – 2024 Compensation Schedule Amendment (Roll call vote)
• Approved appointment of Georgia Lomax to Civil Service Commission (Roll call vote)
• Approved appointment of Sharon Fochtman to Planning Commission (Roll call vote)
• Approved appointment of Kelly Ready to Cultural Arts Commission (Roll call vote)
• Approved appointment of Shelia Mellen to Cultural Arts Commission (Roll call vote)
• Approved appointment of Annmarie Matthews to Cultural Arts Commission (Roll call vote)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 1675, Resolution No. 1674, and a labor agreement with IUOE Local 302 (Voice vote)

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

The Community Development Committee recommended the City Council accept $1,500,000 in grant funds from Pierce County for the White River Restoration Project. The committee also voted to change its meeting start time.

• Unanimously recommended 'Do Pass' for Resolution No. 1674 to accept $1.5M grant for White River Restoration Project (CIP 14-10)
• Unanimously voted to change meeting start time to 4PM

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

The City Council conducted a study session to review the 2023 budget and the 2024-2030 Parks, Trails & Open Space Plan. No substantive legislative actions were taken during the meeting.

• Excused absences of Councilmembers Brown and Stuard (voice vote)

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

The committee reviewed January 2024 activity reports from the Police and Fire Chiefs. No formal decisions or action items were voted on during the meeting.

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

The City Council approved amendments to the 2023/2024 biennial budget and the Cultural Arts Commission. The council also finalized committee selections for 2024/2025 and approved over $2.9 million in payments.

• Approved $2,935,510.68 in checks and electronic payments (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2880 amending the Cultural Arts Commission (roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2883 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget (roll call vote)
• Selected 2024/2025 committee members for Finance & Personnel, Public Works, Community Development, Public Safety, and City Lodging Tax Advisory

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

The committee recommended several items for City Council approval, including a security camera system and a data sharing agreement. It also recommended the surplus of a vactor truck and the reallocation of ARPA funds for forensic software.

• Recommended approval of Cellebrite software procurement using ARPA savings
• Approved extension to August 24, 2024, for Commissary Kitchen grant
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1675 Data Sharing Agreement
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 1677 to surplus a vactor truck
• Recommended approval of City-wide security camera and intrusion detection project

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

The Forestry & Parks Commission recommended the adoption of the 2024–2030 Parks & Trails Plan Update with proposed modifications. The commission also established a priority list for land acquisition and site improvements to be included in a recommendation letter.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended adoption of 2024–2030 Parks & Trails Plan Update with modifications

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

The Sumner City Council held a study session on March 11, 2024, starting at 6:00 PM and adjourning at 7:35 PM. The minutes list four regular business items — a Sumner Library update, Ordinance No. 2883 amending the 2023/2024 Biennial Budget, Resolution No. 1678 on the 2025-2023 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program Annual Update, and a Transportation Impact Fees discussion — but record no discussion details, votes, or outcomes for any of them. The minutes also list a City Administrator Report, agenda setting items, and an executive session without recording any actions. No substantive decisions are documented in these minutes.

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

The City Council approved the closure of the RV waste receiving station via Resolution No. 1676. The council also confirmed a new Planning Commissioner and administered the oath of office to a new councilmember.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1676 to close the RV waste receiving station (6-1)
• Denied amendment to Resolution No. 1676 regarding limited operation options (5-2)
• Confirmed Robert Healy to the Sumner Planning Commission (Roll call vote)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution No. 1670 for Metro Animal Service donation (Voice vote)
• Approved February 20 and 26, 2024 meeting minutes (Voice vote)
• Administered Oath of Office to Councilmember Pat Clerget

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

The Community Development Committee unanimously recommended passing Ordinance No. 2880, which updates the Cultural Arts Commission to have at least 9 members instead of 7. The committee also reviewed the January 2024 permit report and current development projects. No final votes on the ordinance were recorded in these minutes, only the committee's recommendation.

• Recommended passing Ordinance No. 2880 (unanimous)
• Reviewed Year-to-Date Permit Report for 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

The City Council conducted a study session that included a discussion regarding the RV Sump Station and agenda setting for future meetings. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

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

The committee reviewed monthly activity reports from the police and fire departments. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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)

The City Council unanimously appointed Pat Clerget to a vacant council seat. The council also approved several ordinances regarding stormwater management, utility fees, and public facilities, and authorized over $2.6 million in payments.

• Appointed Pat Clerget to Council vacancy (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2869: Stormwater Management Regulations (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2882: Public Works Trust Fund Loan (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2881: Utility Based Fee Update (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2878: Essential Public Facilities Code Update (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,632,102.48 in electronic checks and payments (Voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 1667 for RCO Grant Authorization (Voice vote)
• Approved consultant contract amendments for Operations Facility and Heritage Park & Alley Master Plan (Voice vote)

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

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted 'Do Pass' on Resolution No. 1670, accepting a $10,000 bequest to Metro Animal Services, sending it to the March 4, 2024 consent agenda. It also voted 'Do Pass' on Ordinance No. 2882 approving a Washington State Public Works Trust Fund loan for the decant facility phase of the PW Operations Facility, sending it to February 20, 2024 regular business. Staff gave updates on sales tax reporting, recruitment, labor negotiations, and the FY2022 state audit, which received a clean opinion; no further committee action was required on those items.

• Resolution No. 1670 accepting $10,000 bequest to Metro Animal Services — Do Pass (Consent Agenda, March 4, 2024)
• Ordinance No. 2882 approving Washington State Public Works Trust Fund loan for decant facility phase of PW Operations Facility — Do Pass (Regular Business, February 20, 2024)
• Sales tax reporting — regular reporting item, no further Committee action required
• Recruitment and negotiations update — verbal update only, no action
• FY2022 state audit update — clean audit opinion, item concluded, no further Committee action required

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

The Sumner City Council held a study session on February 12, 2024. The council reviewed the meeting agenda calendars and entered a 20-minute executive session to evaluate a candidate for appointment to a vacant council seat. No public actions or votes were taken during the regular meeting portion.

• Reviewed Council Meeting Agenda Calendar
• Reviewed Council Committee Meeting Calendar
• Entered executive session to evaluate candidate qualifications for council vacancy
• No public actions taken following executive session

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

The commission approved the minutes from the November 30, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on cemetery operations, the Rainier View Playground, and the Covered Court projects. The commission discussed planning for Arbor Day 2024 and the rewriting of the Parks & Trails Plan.

• Approved November 30, 2023 meeting minutes

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

The City Council approved a rate increase for Murrey’s Disposal and passed a consent agenda including a tourism plan and wastewater agreement. The council also authorized over $615,000 in payments.

• Approved Resolution No. 1668 for Murrey’s Disposal rate increase (3-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 1671 adopting Sumner’s Tourism Plan (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 1669 for Sumner-Bonney Lake Wastewater Treatment Facility Interlocal Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved $615,660.57 in checks and electronic payments (voice vote)
• Approved contract award for Operations Facility construction management services (voice vote)
• Approved meeting minutes from Jan 16, Jan 22, and Jan 29 (voice vote)

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

The meeting was procedural and included a discussion of special business and agenda setting. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded regarding the listed business items.

• Excused absence of Councilmember Bowman (voice vote)

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

The Community Development Committee reviewed a proposal to reduce the Cultural Arts Commission membership from 15 to 7 and remove the YMCA representative requirement. The committee decided to delay the vote until staff presents the changes to the commission and receives feedback.

• Tabled Ordinance No. 2880 regarding Cultural Arts Commission changes (unanimous)

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

The meeting was a study session that included discussions on waste disposal rates and community partner updates. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approved actions.

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

The Sumner City Council approved its consent agenda by voice vote, covering a public defense contract, rejection of all bids for the Maple St pedestrian signals project (Resolution No. 1665), acceptance of a Pierce County LTAC grant for Heritage Park & Hops Alley design (Resolution No. 1666), a design contract award for the Tacoma Ave overlay and intersection, and two labor agreements with the Sumner Police Guild. In new business, the council approved the mayor's appointment of John Gamon to the Forestry and Parks Commission (term expiring April 30, 2027), adopted Ordinance No. 2879 setting the 2024 compensation schedule, and adopted Substitute Ordinance No. 2875 on utility rate adjustments. All three new-business items passed by roll call vote; no public hearing or executive session was held, and the meeting adjourned at 6:29pm.

• Approved consent agenda by voice vote, including public defense contract and minutes
• Rejected all bids for CIP 21-11 Maple St Pedestrian Signals (Resolution No. 1665)
• Accepted Pierce County LTAC grant for Heritage Park & Hops Alley design (Resolution No. 1666)
• Awarded design contract for Tacoma Ave overlay and intersection
• Approved two labor agreements with the Sumner Police Guild (non-commissioned/specialty and commissioned employees)
• Approved appointment of John Gamon to Forestry and Parks Commission, term expiring April 30, 2027 (roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2879 - 2024 Compensation Schedule (roll call)
• Adopted Substitute Ordinance No. 2875 - Utility Rate Adjustments (roll call)

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

The committee recommended the approval of a contract for public defender services. Members also established a temporary chair and scheduled upcoming meeting dates.

• Recommended approval of Public Defense Contract (Do Pass)
• Selected Councilmember Bitetto as chair
• Set meeting dates for February 15 and March 14, 2024

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)

The committee issued 'Do-Pass' recommendations for several infrastructure projects, including a new operations facility and utility rate corrections. The committee also recommended rejecting all bids for the Maple St pedestrian signals project due to irregularities and high costs.

• Recommended rejecting all bids for CIP 21-11: Maple St Pedestrian Signals
• Recommended $327,924.40 design contract for Tacoma Ave Overlay and Intersection to Parametrix, Inc.
• Recommended Substitute Ordinance No. 2875 to correct fire flow fee to $1.86
• Recommended $2,361,687.00 construction management contract for Operations Facility to KBA, Inc.
• Recommended acceptance of $1,600,000.00 Pierce County LTAC grant for Heritage Park & Hops Alley Design

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

The City Council conducted a study session that included a presentation on the Sumner Strategic Tourism Plan. The meeting included an executive session to discuss labor negotiations and litigation, but no substantive decisions were recorded.

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

The City Council swore in three councilmembers and elected Pat Cole to serve as Deputy Mayor for 2024. The council also approved over $1.3 million in payments and assigned representatives to regional commissions.

• Approved $1,360,981.21 in check and electronic payments (Voice Vote)
• Elected Pat Cole as Deputy Mayor (5-1)
• Approved using January 3, 2022 committee selections with member replacements (Roll Call Vote)
• Appointed Councilmember Bowman to the Rainier Cable Commission (Voice Vote)
• Appointed Councilmember Elfers as Pierce County Regional Council Representative (Voice Vote)
• Appointed Deputy Mayor Cole as alternate Pierce County Regional Council Representative (Voice Vote)
• Approved minutes from December 11, 2023 Special Council meeting (Voice Vote)