La Conner public meetings in 2022
28 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks Commission
The commission reviewed funding for several 2023 projects, including the Conner Waterfront Park Pavilion and town information kiosks. Members received updates on denied grant requests and permits for ongoing park improvements.
- Reported Town Council denied request for Gilkey Sign
- Confirmed $35,000 in 2023 budget for Conner Waterfront Park Pavilion
- Reported Rotary Club of La Conner denied $5,000 grant for Maple Street Park fence
- Confirmed $30,000 in 2023 budget for Fish Slide repair assessment
- Confirmed $9,000 in 2023 budget for rebuilding or replacing three information kiosks
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023 final budget and consider ordinances adopting it, setting 2023 utility rates, updating fees, and amending the 2022 budget. Other business includes discussions on the Center Street Project and Jenson Property, and agreements for planning services, the after-school program, and town hall/sheriff cleaning.
- Public hearing and ordinance for 2023 final budget
- Ordinance setting 2023 utility rates
- Resolution for 2023 fee updates
- Ordinance amending the 2022 budget
- Agreement for 2023 La Conner After School Program
The Town Council approved the 2023 budget and utility rates, which will increase based on the Consumer Price Index. Council also passed a budget amendment for 2022 and updated the Uniform Development Code regarding impact fees.
- Approved Ordinance 1217 (2022 Budget Amendment) (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1218 (2023 Budget) (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1219 (Fire and Park Impact Fees policy) (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1220 (2023 Utility Rates) (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 613 (CDBG Standards of Conduct) (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 614 (2023 Fee Updates) (4-0)
- Approved Planning Services Agreement with Michael Davolio (4-0)
- Approved 2023 After School Program Agreement (4-0)
Wastewater Advisory Board (WAB)
The board approved the minutes from May 24, 2022. Members discussed 2022 quarterly finance reports and delays in grant funding for engineering analysis and tertiary treatment. The board also received updates on tribal housing construction and upcoming sewer capacity studies.
- Approved May 24, 2022 minutes
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council will hold a regular meeting on November 22, 2022, at 104 Commercial Street and via Zoom. The main item is discussion of the 2023 preliminary budget under unfinished business. The council will also consider an agreement for Skagit County Senior Center funding.
- 2023 Preliminary Budget Discussions
- Agreement – Skagit County Senior Center Funding
- Presentation: John Durgin – Gilkey Marketing Icon Project
- Approval of minutes from November 8, 2022
- Approval of accounts payable and payroll
The Town Council reached a consensus that the Love La Conner sculpture project will not move forward. The council also approved the 2023 Skagit County Senior Center funding agreement and authorized a budget increase for the Arts Fund.
- Decided the Love La Conner sculpture project will not go forward
- Approved Consent Agenda including $337,364.06 in accounts payable and $29,183.53 in payroll (4-0)
- Approved adding $1,000 to the Arts Fund expenditures
- Approved 2023 Skagit County Senior Center funding of $6,966 (4-0)
- Excused Councilmember Chamberlain (4-0)
Parks Commission
The commission unanimously approved adding four park projects to the five-year Capital Facilities Plan. The board also reviewed bids for a pavilion and a park fence, and discussed pending requirements for a sign at Gilkey Square.
- Approved adding Conner Waterfront Park ($185,000), Maple Street Park ($409,320), Jordan Street Park ($60,000), and Maple Hall/Maple Center Plaza ($145,000) to the Capital Facilities Plan (unanimous)
- Identified $30,000 in the 2023 budget for Fish Slide examination and potential repair
- Tabled approval of the second Gilkey Square Sign pending corrections to the heart design and sharp cutouts
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed code amendments, parks and fire impact fees, and the 2023 preliminary budget. They will also discuss the Center Street Project, the Jenson Property, and consider resolutions on the 2023 property tax revenue source, a credit card policy, and reappointment to the Arts Commission. Additionally, they will consider agreements for the Braves After School Program, July 4th fireworks, and facility cleaning, as well as a budget amendment.
- Public hearing on 2022 proposed code amendments
- Public hearing on parks and fire impact fees
- Public hearing on 2023 preliminary budget
- Resolution on 2023 property tax revenue source
- Agreement for Western Display Fireworks (July 4th event)
The Council approved several 2022 code amendments, including maintaining a 25-foot agricultural setback and keeping two Planning Commission meetings per month. New Parks and Fire impact fees were approved, with fee reductions for homes up to 700 square feet. The Council also approved the 2023 property tax revenue source and various service agreements.
- Approved 2022 Code Amendments with edits to setbacks and Planning Commission meeting frequency (4-0)
- Approved Parks and Fire impact fees with reductions for homes up to 700 sq ft (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 610 for 2023 Property Tax Revenue Source (5-0)
- Approved $7,500 for 2022 Braves After School Program (5-0)
- Approved $13,200 agreement with Western Display Fireworks for 2023 (5-0)
- Approved reappointment of Craig Barber to the Arts Commission (5-0)
- Approved updated Credit Card Policy via Resolution 612 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 1216 for 2022 Budget Amendment (5-0)
Town Council
This is a special meeting of the La Conner Town Council called by the mayor. The agenda states only that the purpose is for discussions, with no specific items listed. The meeting is procedural in nature.
The Town Council met to review and decide on updates to the 2023 Budget. Several funding allocations for the after-school program, fire department, and street improvements were approved.
- Increased La Conner After School Program funding from $7,500 to $10,000
- Approved paying off the 2014 Fire Truck Bond (Fund 212) in 2022
- Allocated 1% Fire Safety Tax to reserve for future Fire Apparatus
- Added funding for two speed bumps at $4,500 each to the Street Fund
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council is holding a special meeting to approve the consent agenda from the canceled October 25 meeting and to discuss planning commission procedures under LMC Chapter 15.130.
- Approval of consent agenda from canceled October 25 meeting
- Discussion of planning commission procedures (LMC Chapter 15.130)
The Town Council approved claims and payroll from a previously canceled meeting. Council also established new requirements for calling special Planning Commission meetings, which resulted in the cancellation of a scheduled November 1, 2022, meeting.
- Approved Consent Agenda including October 11 minutes, claims, and payroll (5-0)
- Directed Planning Commission to only conduct special meetings called by the chair, chair pro-tem, or requested by three commissioners (4-0, 1 abstention)
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council is holding a special meeting on October 25, 2022, to discuss the 2023 budget. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.
- 2023 Budget Discussions
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council will hold two public hearings: one on proposed 2022 code amendments and another on parks and fire impact fees. The council will also discuss the Jenson property and Center Street project, and consider agreements for the July 4th fireworks display and the Braves After School Program. A budget amendment ordinance is on the agenda for action.
- Public hearing on 2022 proposed code amendments
- Public hearing on parks and fire impact fees
- Jenson property discussion
- Center Street project discussion
- Agreement — Western Display Fireworks (4th of July Event)
Town Council
The Town Council is meeting to discuss the 2023 budget and the Center Street Project. The body will consider an ordinance to amend noise regulations and an agreement for wastewater treatment plant paving.
- Ordinance amending Section 7.05.060 of the LMC regarding noise
- Agreement with C. Johnson for WWTP Paving
- 2023 Budget discussions
- Center Street Project update
- Jenson Property discussion
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council will hold a special meeting regarding the 2023 budget. Mayor Ramon Hayes will present the General Fund department presentation.
- 2023 General Fund budget presentation
Town Council
The Town Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Parks and Fire Impact Fees. The meeting also includes discussion on Center Street and a potential agreement with Community Action.
- Public Hearing: Parks & Fire Impact Fees
- Ordinance: Parks and Fire Impact Fees
- Discussion: Center Street
- Agreement: Community Action Vendor Agreement (Utility Billing Assistant)
- 2023 Hotel Motel Distribution
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council has called a special meeting to address a single agenda item. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss a Public Records Request Waiver.
- Public Records Request Waiver
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special meeting to address the Assistant Planner position. The agenda includes a request for a waiver.
- Assistant Planner position
- Request for waiver
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a land acquisition agreement and an agreement regarding the City of Mount Vernon Yard Waste Extension. The meeting also includes presentations on the 2023 Budget for Public Works and the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- Agreement — Land Acquisition (Jensen)
- Agreement — City of Mount Vernon Yard Waste Extension
- 2023 Budget Discussions — Public Works & WWTP Presentations
- Center Street Project
Town Council
The Town Council will meet to review administrative reports and approve financial records. The primary topic for discussion is fire and park impact fees.
- Discussion of Fire & Park Impact Fees
- Approval of accounts payable
- Approval of payroll
Town Council
The Town Council will address unfinished business regarding a new position description or approval. The meeting also includes a presentation by the Sheriff's Department to recognize Firefighter Marshal Hilsinger.
- Discussion of a new position
- Resolution to recognize first responders
- Presentation for Firefighter Marshal Hilsinger
Town Council
The Town Council will consider amendments to moorage fees and 2022 tribal sewer rates. The body will also review an engineering agreement with Grey & Osborne Inc. and hold a discussion regarding Snap Dragon Flat.
- Resolution to amend Resolution 598 regarding Moorage Fees
- 2022 Tribal Sewer Rates
- Engineering agreement with Grey & Osborne Inc.
- Discussion regarding Snap Dragon Flat
- Hotel and motel discussions
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss 2022 Tribal Sewer Rates and a partial waiver for motion of consideration fees. The body is also reviewing agreements for UPCE amendments and parking equipment maintenance.
- 2022 Tribal Sewer Rates
- Agreement for 2022 UPCE Amendment (C. Johnson)
- Agreement for 2022 UPCE Amendment (SRV Construction)
- Agreement with Northwest Parking Equipment Company for pay station maintenance
- Resolution recognizing La Conner Firefighters
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special meeting for a community workshop regarding town growth in La Conner.
- Community Workshop - Town Growth in La Conner
Town Council
The Town Council will review unfinished business regarding storm water and water projects. The agenda also includes a fire department presentation on a fire boat and new business involving postage and water assistance agreements.
- Sixth Street Storm Pump Station electrical improvements and pump replacement bid award
- Six Year Transportation update
- Capital Improvement Plan: Storm Water Project Update
- Capital Improvement Plan: Water Project Update
- Pitney Bowes Postage Machine agreement
Town Council
The Town Council meeting scheduled for June 14, 2022, was cancelled. This cancellation was approved by the Council during a Special Town Council Meeting on June 7, 2022.
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss several administrative and personnel matters. The body will review an engineering services agreement with DEA and a generator quote for Public Works. The meeting includes an executive session regarding real estate acquisition.
- Agreement with DEA for Engineering Services
- Public Works Birch Equip. Generator Quote
- Resolution for recognition of Juneteenth and revision of Personnel Policy No. 412
- Resolution regarding MOU with Teamsters
- Executive Session for Real Estate Acquisition
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Water Use Efficiency Goals. The agenda also includes discussion of a Western Solar contract and a sculpture donation from Roger Small.
- Public Hearing: Water Use Efficiency Goal (WUE)
- Resolution to amend 2009 Comprehensive Plan water goals
- Contract regarding Western Solar
- Sculpture Donation — Roger Small
Town Council
The Town Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting. The purpose of the session is the presentation of the Port of Skagit Planning Project.
- Presentation of the Port of Skagit Planning Project
Town Council
The Town Council will address unfinished business regarding a developer extension recommendation for Maple Field LLC. The meeting also includes a public hearing for CBDG and discussion of the Swinomish Pride Day Parade.
- Developer Extension Acceptance recommendation for Maple Field LLC
- Public Hearing - CBDG
- Swinomish Pride Day Parade
Town Council
The La Conner Town Council will meet to discuss various reports and administrative business. The council is scheduled to consider a resolution regarding RCO Applicant Authorization for the Maple Park Grant.
- Resolution — RCO Applicant Authorization (Maple Park Grant)