Vancouver public meetings in 2023

Downtown Redevelopment Authority

The Board will review financial updates and consider several administrative approvals. Key actions include approving the 2024 Hilton Budget and authorizing specific architectural work tasks.

• Approval of 2024 Hilton Budget (SR12-21-23-01)
• Approval of architectural work tasks selected by the DRA A&D Firm (SR 12-21-23-03)
• Approval of Procurement Policy (SR 12-21-23-02)
• Review of November 2023 Financials
• Year End Flow of Funds Estimate Update

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on a new short-term rental ordinance and the 2023 second supplemental budget. The agenda also includes workshops on police updates and water quality, as well as several contract approvals.

• $1,456,546.00 construction contract for Blandford Drive Stormwater Retrofits
• New ordinance for short-term rental regulations
• Approval of the 2023 Second Supplemental Budget
• $367,451.91 professional services agreement amendment for Main Street Promise Project
• Zoning changes for properties at SE 192nd Avenue and NE 63rd Street

Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission

The commission will review a workplan update and a cultural services report. The body is also scheduled to appoint an ad-hoc application review subcommittee.

• Workplan Update discussion
• Appointment of Ad-hoc Application Review Subcommittee
• Cultural Services Report Update

Charter Review Committee

The committee will review and deliberate on proposed amendments to the City Charter. The meeting includes a recap of previous discussions and an introduction of both city-proposed and community-proposed amendments.

• Introduction of City Proposed Amendments
• Introduction of Community Proposed Amendments
• Discussion and deliberation of amendments

City Council

The council will consider a first reading of the 2023 Second Supplemental Budget and a new short-term rental ordinance. Other items include a settlement for a lawsuit and an increase to a vehicle purchase contract. A public hearing for Ziply Fiber was opened but continued to January 2024.

• Increase Ford vehicle contract spending limit to $15,000,000
• Authorize $357,000 city portion of a $425,000 lawsuit settlement
• First reading of 2023 Second Supplemental Budget ordinance
• First reading of Short-Term Rental Ordinance
• Award PEG Capital Support Funds to TV ETC and CVTV

Telecommunications Commission

The Commission will review recommendations for awarding PEG Capital Support funds to designated access providers. The meeting also includes updates on cable franchise renewals, TV ETC, and Clark/Vancouver Television.

• Resolution 2023-05 regarding PEG Capital Support Funds awards
• PEG Capital Support Funds for equipment repair and replacement amendment
• Cable Franchise Renewal Update
• TV ETC update
• Clark/Vancouver Television update

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The commission will review safety and mobility project alternatives for 112th Avenue and McGillivray Blvd. The meeting also includes a workshop on the 2025–2030 Transportation Improvement Program.

• Public hearing for Transportation System Plan adoption recommendation
• Workshop reviewing 112th Avenue Safety and Mobility Project alternatives
• Workshop reviewing McGillivray Blvd Safety and Mobility Project options
• Workshop reviewing the 2025–2030 Transportation Improvement Program
• Vote to adopt October 3, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding the second supplemental budget and transportation benefits. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda covering various city services, housing funds, and infrastructure projects.

• Thrive 2 Survive Safe Park program contract for $809,473.89
• Vancouver Housing Authority bonds up to $22,000,000 for multifamily housing
• Visit Vancouver 2024 Lodging Tax grant of $700,000
• SE 1st Street – 164th to 177th Avenues construction acceptance
• Public hearing for Humane Society of Southwest Washington contract extension

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will introduce and discuss proposed amendments to the City Charter. The committee also plans to reflect on its first meeting and identify potential edits or concerns.

• Introduction of City Proposed Amendments
• Discussion and Q&A regarding Charter Committee reflections
• Public comment period for community communications

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops on the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Program and various land use updates. The regular meeting includes public hearings regarding warehouse code amendments and several property tax ordinances.

• City Hall 2nd Floor Accessibility and Security Project contract for $476,362
• Warehouse Code Amendments to VMC Title 20 Land Use and Development Code
• 2024 Ad Valorem Taxes ordinance
• 1.0% increase in the City's regular property tax levy
• Humane Society of Southwest Washington contract extension

City Center Redevelopment Authority

The Board will receive updates on the development pipeline and project status. Staff will also present information regarding the Downtown Parking Plan and the Housing Action Plan.

• Executive Director’s Report on projects and development pipeline
• Downtown Parking Plan Update
• Housing Action Plan Update

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review and approve various eligibility lists for police and fire personnel. The meeting includes reports from the fire and police departments.

• Certify Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
• Certify Lateral Police Officer eligibility list
• Certify Lateral Firefighter Paramedic eligibility list
• Certify Senior Digital Forensics Investigator eligibility list
• Certify Digital Forensics Investigator eligibility list

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission will discuss the Waterfront Gateway overview and VIC development update. The meeting also includes a discussion on recreation program staffing challenges and strategies. Reports from school districts and the Parks Foundation are also scheduled.

• Waterfront Gateway Overview
• VIC Development Update
• Recreation Program Staffing: Challenges and Strategies
• Evergreen School District Report
• Vancouver Public School Report

Urban Forestry Commission

The Commission will review program updates and staff introductions. Discussion topics include AmeriCorps, Friends of Trees, the Emerald Ash Borer, and a debrief of the Heritage Trees Commission.

• Introduction of new staff members Ian Bonham and Andrew Land
• Program updates on AmeriCorps & Friends of Trees
• Annual Report and Volunteer Hours update
• Emerald Ash Borer update
• Heritage Trees Commission debrief

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Wood Duck Springs rezone. The meeting also includes a workshop on the goals framework for the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approval of October 24, 2023 minutes
• Workshop: Comprehensive Plan Update goals framework
• Public hearing: Wood Duck Springs rezone

City Council

The council will review an EMS system assessment and consider several interlocal agreements. The agenda includes adopting the Fourth Plain for All Investment Strategy and awarding lodging tax grants to nine organizations. Additionally, the council will move forward with first readings for ordinances regarding warehouse regulations and property taxes.

• 1.0% increase in the annual property tax levy
• Adoption of the Fourth Plain for All Investment Strategy
• Lodging tax grant awards to nine organizations for 2024
• Scheduling a public hearing for warehouse code amendments
• Amendments to the Heights HX District Code

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances including a new commercial corridor overlay district and garbage collection rate adjustments. The agenda also includes an annexation request for the 94th Avenue Vancouver Operations Center and various consent agenda items.

• Evergreen and Grand Commercial Corridors Overlay District ordinance
• Garbage, recycling and organics collection rate increases for 2024
• Annexation of the 94th Avenue Vancouver Operations Center
• Heights HX District code amendments
• Purchase of play equipment from Buell Recreation

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review reports from the fire and police departments. The commission is scheduled to take action to certify eligibility lists for various police and firefighter positions.

• Certify Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
• Certify Lateral Police Officer eligibility list
• Certify Police Records Specialist eligibility list
• Certify Entry Level Firefighter Paramedic eligibility list

Telecommunications Commission

The City/County Telecommunications Commission is holding a work session to receive an update regarding the Comcast Cable franchise negotiation. No community testimony will be taken during this meeting.

• Comcast Cable franchise negotiation update

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will meet to review program updates and conduct a public hearing. The commission is scheduled to vote on whether to approve or deny specific nominations as Vancouver Heritage Trees.

• Heritage Tree Public Hearing: Vote on tree nominations
• Program Updates: AmeriCorps & Friends of Trees, Emerald Ash Borer, and Urban Forestry Management Plan
• Fall Planting Projects update

Aviation Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct introductions and receive a briefing on member duties regarding the governance of Pearson Field Airport. Members will also review draft bylaws and an airport overview.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Introduction of draft bylaws by Guy Lennon
• Presentation of Airport overview by Guy Lennon

City Council

The Council will hold workshops regarding 2024 state legislative planning and a Complete Streets update. The agenda also includes a first reading for an ordinance establishing a new commercial corridors overlay district.

• First reading of the Evergreen and Grand Commercial Corridors Overlay District ordinance
• Workshop on 2024 State Legislative Planning
• Complete Streets Quarterly Update workshop
• Authorization to use Sourcewell contract for heavy construction equipment purchases

Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission

The Culture, Arts & Heritage Commission will meet to review several reports and discuss an art request for Tower Mall. The agenda includes updates on VAMF and Cultural Services. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 14, 2023 meeting.

• Discussion of request for art at Tower Mall
• VAMF report update
• Cultural Services report update
• Approval of September 14, 2023 minutes

City Council

The City Council will review a draft Transportation System Plan and consider a development agreement for the Waterfront Gateway site. The council will also hear an appeal regarding Columbia Mental Health and vote on a safety project design for SE 34th Street.

• Waterfront Gateway Disposition and Development Agreement with LPC West, Inc.
• Final design endorsement for the 34th Street Safety and Mobility Project
• Columbia Mental Health CUP Appeal
• Banking services agreement amendment with JP Morgan Chase, N.A.

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The Commission will conduct workshops on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program and the Upper Main Street Safety & Mobility Project. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the final design for the Main Street Promise project.

• Interstate Bridge Replacement Program update workshop
• Upper Main Street Safety & Mobility Project Phase I workshop
• Public hearing for Main Street Promise final design recommendation
• Staff communication on McGillivray Blvd Safety and Mobility Project

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops on warehouse code amendments and the Comprehensive Plan update. The regular meeting includes a public hearing regarding Multifamily Housing Tax Exemption code updates.

• Public hearing for MFTE Code Clean-up ordinance
• Columbia Street Safety and Mobility Project construction acceptance
• Broadway Corridor Improvements Project Phase 2 construction acceptance
• Fifth Amendment to Office Lease between City of Vancouver and Apple, Inc.
• Adoption of Affordable Housing Fee-In-Lieu Fund Administrative Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed code changes to increase building heights and redefine commercial frontage in the Heights Mixed Use (HX) Zone. The meeting also includes workshops on the Urban Forestry Management Plan and the Transportation System Plan update.

• Public Hearing: Proposed code changes for the Heights Mixed Use (HX) Zone
• Workshop: Overview of the Urban Forestry Management Plan
• Workshop: Overview of the Transportation System Plan (TSP) update
• Approval of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

There will be no regular City Council meeting held on this date. The agenda contains only procedural information regarding public accommodations and transit services.

City Center Redevelopment Authority

The City Center Redevelopment Authority will receive reports on development subcommittees and project pipelines. The board is scheduled to review the final Disposition and Development Agreement for the Waterfront Gateway project.

• Review of final Waterfront Gateway Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA)

Civil Service Commission

The commission will review reports from the fire and police departments. Members will vote to certify eligibility lists for various positions, including police officers and fire personnel. The meeting also includes the adoption of rule revisions.

• Certifying Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
• Certifying Business Intelligence Analyst eligibility list
• Certifying Support Specialist (Fire) and Deputy Fire Marshal eligibility lists
• Adoption of rules revisions

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The commission will consider a motion to support Park Plan Amendments. It will also receive an update on the Recreation Cost of Service Study. Reports from local school districts and the Parks Foundation are also scheduled.

• Motion to support Park Plan Amendments
• Update on Recreation Cost of Service Study
• Evergreen School District report
• Vancouver Public School report
• Parks Foundation report

Urban Forestry Commission

The Commission will vote to approve and recommend adoption of the draft Urban Forestry Management Plan (UFMP). The meeting also includes program updates regarding AmeriCorps, Friends of Trees, and the Emerald Ash Borer.

• Vote to approve and recommend adoption of the final draft Urban Forestry Management Plan (UFMP)
• Heritage Tree Public Hearing rescheduled to October 18, 2023
• Program updates on AmeriCorps & Friends of Trees, Emerald Ash Borer, Silva Bolds Award, and Old Apple Tree Festival

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The Commission is holding a retreat to review administrative roles, bylaws, and enabling code. The session includes citywide updates and discussions regarding transportation planning processes.

• Citywide updates from Deputy City Manager Lon Pluckhahn
• Transportation planning process update from Kate Drennan
• Review of Commission administration, bylaws, and roles
• Discussion of Commission processes and areas for improvement

Parking Advisory Committee

The committee will hold workshops regarding short-term and long-term departmental goals. They will also receive an informational presentation on the Main Street Promise. The meeting includes introductions for new members and staff.

• Approval of May 24, 2023 minutes
• Workshop on short-term and long-term departmental goals
• Presentation regarding the Main Street Promise
• Introduction of new PAC members Jason Cromer and Jocelyn Cross

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops on workers' compensation insurance and the Heights District Project. The agenda includes several contract requests, including an intersection improvement project and a PFAS water treatment system design. An ordinance to update the Multifamily Housing Tax Exemption (MFTE) code is also scheduled for a first reading.

• $788,232 contract award for W. Fourth Plain Blvd. and Franklin St. intersection improvements
• Professional services agreement with Brown and Caldwell for PFAS treatment system design up to $718,700
• Contract amendment with Outsiders Inn for Safe Stay Communities 1 and 3
• Ordinance updating the Multifamily Housing Tax Exemption (MFTE) code
• Workshop regarding the Heights District Project Update

Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission

The Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission will meet to discuss the Mother Camas sculpture decision and receive a Cultural Services report update. The meeting also includes reports from the Board Chair and a period for public comment.

• Mother Camas Sculpture Decision
• Cultural Services Report Update
• President’s Report Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct workshops on warehouse code changes and the 2023 annual review of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding a rezoning at 6103 NE 152nd Avenue and implementation standards for the Evergreen & Grand commercial corridors.

• Workshop: Warehouse code changes
• Workshop: 2023 Annual Review of Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code Map and Text Changes
• Workshop: Vancouver Innovation Center (VIC) Master Plan and DA Amendment
• Public Hearing: Burnt Bridge Creek West Rezone for 6103 NE 152nd Avenue
• Public Hearing: Evergreen & Grand Commercial Corridors Strategy Implementation

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including construction contracts and fuel spending limits. The meeting also includes workshops on wastewater planning and a HUD consolidated plan update.

• Bid award for W Fourth Plain Water & Sewer Improvements to Tapani, Incorporated for $3,397,933.00
• Contract with Pacific Landscaping Service for Waterfront Park maintenance up to $480,000 over 2 years
• Increase of fuel purchase spending limit with CECO Inc (Carson Oil) to $15,000,000
• Settlement of lawsuit involving Nils Robert Carlson in the amount of $500,000
• Property tax exemption for Grand Vista Apartments LLC at 2700 E 5th Street

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The Commission will conduct workshops regarding design revisions for Main Street Promise and an update to the Transportation System Plan. Additionally, staff will provide an overview of the 112th Avenue Safety & Mobility Project.

• Main Street Promise design revision workshop
• Transportation System Plan (TSP) draft release and implementation discussion
• 112th Avenue Safety & Mobility Project overview and outreach strategy

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding Fourth Plain for All and Proposition 2 updates. The agenda also includes several construction acceptance requests and contract awards. Additionally, the council will ratify twenty-five 2023 cultural grants.

• $1,482,481.00 contract for Fourth Plain Blvd – Main St to Fort Vancouver Way resurfacing
• $708,307.68 contract for Safe Stay Community, Site 3
• Ratification of twenty-five 2023 cultural grants
• Acceptance of NE 58 and Andresen sanitary sewer improvements

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on updates to procurement rules, dog kennel standards, and downtown building footprints. The agenda also includes consideration of cultural grant proposals and a solar panel project for Pearson Field.

• Zoning code change for downtown building footprints
• Updates to city procurement ordinance and thresholds
• New regulations for dog kennel standards
• WSDOT grant for 125.5 KW solar panels at Pearson Field
• Approval of 2023 cultural grant proposals

Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the July 13 meeting and hear a discussion regarding the Culture, Arts & Heritage Grant Program. The agenda also includes updates on Cultural Services and the President's report.

• Ad Hoc Committee for Commission Application Review decision
• Culture, Arts & Heritage Grant Program feedback discussion
• Cultural Services Report update
• President’s Report update

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review grant applications and discuss potential recommendations for City Council. The committee is also scheduled to discuss renewing the Visit Vancouver contract for 2024.

• Review of lodging tax grant applications
• Discussion of recommendation to renew Visit Vancouver's contract for 2024
• Discussion of recommendation for 2024 lodging tax grant funds for 2025 grants

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding updates to the city's procurement ordinance. Workshops are also scheduled to discuss solid waste and warehouse code amendments. Additionally, the Council will consider ordinances for dog kennel standards and downtown building footprints.

• Ordinance for dog kennel standards update
• Ordinance for downtown building footprint zoning changes
• Public hearing on procurement ordinance updates
• Interagency agreement with Washington Department of Ecology
• Appointments to Aviation and Parking Advisory Committees

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to review applications for lodging tax grants. The committee is also scheduled to make decisions regarding grant recommendations and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Review of lodging tax grant applications
• Decision on grant recommendations
• Approval of meeting minutes

City Council

The council will hold workshops regarding the Clark County Jail and Housing Action Plan updates. During the regular meeting, members will consider contract increases for public safety and concrete services, as well as a property acquisition agreement.

• Increase Public Safety Testing contract from $300,000 to $800,000
• Shumway Purchase Agreement for Vancouver School District property
• Increase concrete beveling services contract by $150,000 to a total of $450,000
• 2023-2033 Visit Vancouver Washington Destination Master Plan implementation
• First reading of updates to the City Procurement Ordinance (VMC 3.05)

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The commission will discuss the Highway 99 Bus Rapid Transit and Upper Main Street Safety & Mobility Project. Members will also review design concepts for the Main Street Promise and McGillivray Blvd projects. Staff will provide an update on IBR status.

• Review of Highway 99 Bus Rapid Transit and Upper Main Street Safety & Mobility Project
• Design concept update for the Main Street Promise workshop
• Design options review for McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project
• IBR status update and preview of October workshop
• Introduction of new commissioners Soroush Mohandessi and Thinh Phan

Urban Forestry Commission

The commission will hold workshops regarding the Highway 99 Bus Rapid Transit project and its coordination with Upper Main Street safety efforts. The meeting also includes design reviews for the McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project and updates on the Main Street Promise.

• Introduction of new commissioners Soroush Mohandessi and Thinh Phan
• Review of Highway 99 Bus Rapid Transit and Upper Main Street projects
• Update on design concepts for the Main Street Promise workshop
• Design options review for McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project
• IBR status update and preview of October workshop

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold workshops regarding the 2023 Annual Review of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code map and text changes. Staff will also review proposed code changes for warehouses. Additionally, staff communications will cover the Heights Mixed Use (HX) Zone and Burnt Bridge Creek West Rezone.

• Approval of June 13, 2023, minutes
• Workshop on Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code map and text changes
• Workshop on warehouse code changes
• Heights Mixed Use (HX) Zone communication
• Burnt Bridge Creek West Rezone communication

Downtown Redevelopment Authority

The Downtown Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve claims totaling $4,646,184.60 and administrative expenses of $31,823.22. The board will also receive updates on the 2023 audit status and the Hilton lobby remodel project.

• Approval of $4,646,184.60 in claims and $31,823.22 in administrative expenses
• Review of June 2023 financial statements
• Update on 2023 audit status
• Update on Hilton lobby remodel

City Center Redevelopment Authority

The City Center Redevelopment Authority will consider a design review for Block 11 and an extension of the Waterfront Gateway Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with LPC West. The meeting also includes project updates and a subcommittee report.

• Block 11 Design Review
• Extension of Waterfront Gateway Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with LPC West
• Executive Director’s Report on CCRA Development Subcommittee and project updates
• Approval of June 15, 2023, meeting minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Vancouver Civil Service Commission will review reports from the fire and police departments. The meeting includes the certification of multiple eligibility lists, which determines candidate eligibility for public safety roles.

• Certification of Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
• Certification of Lateral Police Officer eligibility list
• Certification of Police Records Specialist eligibility list
• Certification of Fire Code Officer and Lead Deputy Fire Marshal eligibility lists
• Rules revision update from Dan Lloyd

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss a transaction regarding Shumway Park and receive an update on playground replacements. The meeting also includes reports from the Evergreen School District, Vancouver Public Schools, and the Parks Foundation.

• Shumway Park transaction
• Playground replacement update
• Bee Pollinator Subcommittee report
• Evergreen School District report
• Vancouver Public School report

City Council

The council will discuss streetscape projects and commercial corridor strategies during workshops. The meeting also includes decisions on professional service contracts and lease agreements. Additionally, the council will review impact fee waivers for the Laurel Manor senior housing development.

• $665,440 contract for Interstate Bridge Replacement Program support
• $475,433.40 agreement with Fourth Plain Forward to operate Fourth Plain Commons
• $70,000 donation from United Grain for the Marine Response Program
• Impact fee waivers for Laurel Manor senior housing
• Commercial lease agreements for Fourth Plain Forward and Amazing Hair by Mirna

Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission

The commission will decide on Culture, Arts & Heritage Grant awards and the formation of an Ad Hoc Committee for Commission Application Review. The meeting also includes updates regarding cultural services and the President's report.

• Culture, Arts & Heritage Grant Awards decision
• Ad Hoc Committee for Commission Application Review decision
• Cultural Services Report Update
• President’s Report Update

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops on the Transportation System Plan Update and Fourth Plain for All. The agenda also includes requests to approve infrastructure contracts, police equipment purchases, and a disparity study contract.

• $2,028,894 contract award for East Orchards Fourth Plain Stormwater Retrofits
• Up to $341,000 purchase of a Bearcat vehicle
• Up to $800,000 for Vancouver Police Department body armor
• $438,900 contract with Keen Independent Research LLC for a Disparity Study
• Bid rejection for W Fourth Plain Water & Sewer Improvements

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding changes to the Multi-Family Housing Tax Exemption program and an application for The Springs Apts. The meeting also includes workshops on the Visit Vancouver WA Destination Master Plan and the Comprehensive Plan Update. Additionally, the council will consider several sewer infrastructure contracts.

• Award $4,239,893.50 contract for Southside Interceptor CIPP Rehabilitation Phase 4 & 5
• Public hearing on MFTE application for The Springs Apts at 1015 W. Columbia Way
• Public hearing on proposed ordinance changes to the MFTE program
• Rejection of all bids for Fourth Plain Sewer Improvements from Broadway to F Street
• Construction acceptance for NE 22nd Ave Pump Station Removal & Gravity Extension

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops on the Vancouver Arts Hub and the Comprehensive Plan Update. The agenda includes first readings for ordinances regarding short-term rentals and multi-family housing tax exemptions. The council will also consider several professional service agreements and a new transportation improvement program.

• Adoption of the 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Program
• Engineering service agreements up to $1,500,000 each for five firms
• First reading of a new short-term rental ordinance
• $226,200 in PEG Capital Support Funds for Comcast Business Services
• BCE Engineers contract up to $1,000,000 for building assessments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding zoning code changes to increase capacity limits for commercial dog kennels. The meeting also includes workshops on property rezonings and the Evergreen & Grand Commercial Corridors Strategy Implementation.

• Proposed map designation change from OCI to IL at 6103 NE 152nd Avenue
• Public hearing for zoning code text change to increase commercial dog kennel capacity limits
• Workshop on Evergreen & Grand Commercial Corridors Strategy Implementation

City Council

There will be no City Council meeting on June 12, 2023. The provided agenda contains only procedural notices and transit information.

Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission

The commission will receive an update regarding the Vancouver Art and Music Festival. The meeting also includes a mid-year sketchbook discussion and a Cultural Services Report Update.

• Vancouver Art and Music Festival update
• Mid-Year Check In: Sketchbook & Discussion
• Cultural Services Report Update
• President’s Report Update
• Approval of May 11, 2023 minutes

Public Facilities District Board

The Public Facilities District Board will review budget performance through April 2023 and conduct officer elections. The meeting also includes financial updates for the Downtown Redevelopment Authority and a performance report for the Hilton hotel/convention center.

• Approval of $2,110,385.28 in PFD claims and vouchers
• Election of a temporary chair
• Board officer elections
• Review of budget-to-actuals through April 6
• Hotel/Convention Center performance update

Telecommunications Commission

The Telecommunications Commission will review the Comcast Biennial Performance Report for 2021–2022. The meeting includes reviewing annual reports and re-designating TV ETC and CVTV as access providers. The commission will also discuss extending existing contracts for I-Net users.

• Comcast Biennial Performance Report 2021–2022 (Resolution 2023-02)
• TV ETC 2022 Annual Report and re-designation as Educational Access Provider (Resolution 2023-03)
• CVTV 2022 Annual Report and re-designation of City/County Cable TV Office (Resolution 2023-04)
• Extension of existing contracts for I-Net users
• Election of officers

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The commission will hold workshops on the McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project and the Jefferson–Kauffman 60% design. Members will also discuss the Transportation System Plan, including capital projects, funding, and prioritization. Staff will provide an update on the 112th Avenue Safety and Mobility Project.

• Adoption of May 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project update
• Jefferson–Kauffman 60% design workshop
• Transportation System Plan funding and prioritization discussion
• 112th Avenue Safety and Mobility Project update

City Council

The Vancouver City Council is reviewing several items, including a $6.2 million road resurfacing contract and an extension to a warehouse development moratorium. The agenda also includes workshops on multifamily tax exemptions and transportation updates.

• $6,266,266 contract for the 2023 Resurfacing Project
• $700,000 increase for fire and security alarm monitoring services
• $629,014 to purchase modular units for Safe Stay Community sites
• Extension of a moratorium on large warehouse and distribution center permits
• $772,039 contract for repairs to Esther Short Bell Tower and Pumphouse

City Council

The City Council will review updates to the Transportation System Plan and Complete Streets. The agenda also includes a proposal to extend a moratorium on large warehouse and distribution center permits for six months.

• Ordinance to extend moratorium on warehouses over 250,000 square feet
• 2023 Affordable Housing Fund awards for acquisition and temporary shelter
• Contract with Do Good Multnomah for Safe Stay Communities 4 and 5 management
• Agreement with Discovery Clean Water Alliance for river water monitoring
• Donation agreement for Renaissance Trail improvements

City Council

The council will hold workshops regarding procurement policy and the Waterfront Gateway development agreement. The meeting also includes proposals to approve several construction project acceptances and new roadway contracts.

• $2,999,219 contract amendment for Heights District roadway plans
• $1,300,713.75 contract for 2023 Joint Agency Road Preservation Project
• $688,687.00 contract for 2023 Pavement Repairs Project
• Workshop on Waterfront Gateway development agreement
• Bid rejection for Fourth Plain Sewer Improvements

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding the 2023 CDBG and HOME Action Plan and a spring supplemental budget ordinance. Workshops are also scheduled to discuss the Urban Forestry Management Plan and the city's Strategic Plan. The agenda includes interlocal agreements for Justice Assistance Grant funds with Clark County.

• Public hearing for 2023 CDBG and HOME Action Plan funding awards
• Public hearing for Spring Supplemental Budget ordinance
• Interlocal agreement with Clark County for JAG 2021 Award disbursement
• Interlocal agreement with Clark County for JAG 2022 Award disbursement
• Spending limit increase for contract C-100689 with Cascade Fire Equipment

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The commission will review updates on the Columbia Project and McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project. The meeting includes a vote on the 2024–2029 Transportation Improvement Program recommendation and a presentation regarding proposed C-TRAN service changes for fall 2023.

• Vote on recommendation for the 2024–2029 Transportation Improvement Program
• Columbia Project construction and evaluation update
• McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project engagement plan and outreach
• Discussion of Transportation System Plan performance measures
• C-TRAN proposed fall 2023 service changes

City Council

The Council will hold workshops regarding the Renaissance Boardwalk Master Plan and a moratorium on warehouse and distribution centers. The agenda also includes approving construction contracts for curb ramps and street retrofits. Additionally, the council will review several ordinance first readings.

• $1,418,000 contract for 2023 West Curb Ramps Project
• $942,156 contract for NE Ross Street LID Retrofits
• Renaissance Boardwalk Master Plan Update workshop
• Moratorium on Warehouse and Distribution Centers workshop
• Spring Supplemental Budget ordinance first reading

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a 10-year property tax exemption for the Daniels Apartments at 904 Daniels Street. The council will also conduct a workshop on the Spring Supplemental Budget and consider several park service contract amendments.

• $1,364,620.86 contract amendment for Waterfront Park & Grant Street Pier maintenance
• $440,047 professional services agreement with MIG for Bagley Park
• 10-year multi-family housing tax exemption for 904 Daniels Street
• Amendments to eight on-call parks planning service contracts up to $1,000,000 each
• Spring Supplemental Budget workshop

Downtown Redevelopment Authority

The authority will review quarterly financials and administrative expenses. The board is also scheduled to receive updates on the hotel remodel and a change order review.

• 2023 capital budget amendment approval
• Hotel remodel update
• March/Q1 2023 financial update
• Review of change orders
• Approval of claims and administrative expenses

Telecommunications Commission

The Commission will review Resolution 2023-01, which recommends extending the Comcast of Washington V, LLC franchise agreement until July 1, 2024. The meeting also includes an update on cable franchise renewals.

• Resolution 2023-01 regarding a recommendation to extend the Comcast of Washington V, LLC franchise agreement
• Cable Franchise Renewal Update
• Approval of minutes from March 1, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding the Renaissance Boardwalk Master Plan and tiered water rates. The agenda also includes a public hearing for an 8-year property tax exemption for the Modera Apartments at 600 Boise Place. Additionally, the Council will consider several construction acceptances and interagency agreements.

• Public hearing for Modera Apartments MFTE property tax exemption at 600 Boise Place
• Workshop on Renaissance Boardwalk Master Plan Update
• Workshop on Tiered Water Rates Update
• Construction acceptance and release of $34,682.05 in retainage for Fruit Valley Road Stormwater Overflow
• Interagency agreement with Evergreen School District for police officers at extracurricular events

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding new regulations for short-term rentals. The meeting also includes workshops to review proposed changes to downtown building tapering requirements and updates on the Evergreen & Grand Commercial Corridors Strategy.

• Public Hearing: Short Term Rental Regulations
• Workshop: Downtown Building Upper Floor Tapering Requirements
• Workshop: Evergreen & Grand Commercial Corridors Strategy Implementation
• Approval of March 14, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops on the Fourth Plain for All and Heights Mixed Use Plan District. The council also plans to approve several infrastructure contracts and a resolution regarding the Clark County Comprehensive Plan update. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss upgrading online permit applications.

• $376,000 contract for 2023 East Curb Ramps Project
• $415,500 contract amendment for crack sealing and mastic repair
• $500,000 increase for On-Call Facilities Condition Assessment contract
• Ordinance to amend Selectron Technologies contract for online permit applications
• Interlocal Agreement with the City of Camas for Job Order Contracts

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The commission will review safety recommendations for McLoughlin Boulevard and discuss the scope of the McGillivray Boulevard Safety & Mobility Project. Staff will also present transportation recommendations from the Climate Action Framework. The meeting includes a community forum for public testimony.

• McLoughlin Boulevard Complete Streets evaluation findings and safety recommendations
• Review of transportation recommendations in the Climate Action Framework
• McGillivray Blvd Safety & Mobility Project scope and community engagement feedback
• Vote to adopt March 7, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding short term rentals and review several consent agenda items. These include contracts for road maintenance, curb ramp construction, and fire department equipment. The council will also consider an ordinance to upgrade the online permit application portal.

• $854,350.50 contract for Fourth Plain Blvd curb ramps
• $381,490.00 contract amendment for 2023 Slurry Seal Project
• Increased spending limits for fire department turnout gear and equipment
• Contract extension with Live Love Outreach for Safe Stay Community #2
• Ordinance for upgraded online permit applications via Selectron Technologies

City Council

There will be no City Council meeting on March 27, 2023. The agenda contains only public notice and transit information.

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Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct workshops regarding the Heights Mixed Use Zone and the Burnt Bridge Creek West rezone. Staff will also present draft development code language for regulating short-term rentals.

• Code updates for Tower Mall Redevelopment Area Master Plan
• Review of Burnt Bridge Creek West rezone from OCI to IL
• Presentation of draft short-term rental regulations
• Modification to SEPA Categorical Exemptions

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend a design concept for Phase II of the Fourth Plain and Ft. Vancouver Way Safety & Mobility Project. The meeting also includes workshops to discuss the Transportation System Plan update and the 2024–2029 Transportation Improvement Program. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Highway 99 Bus Rapid Transit Project.

• Public hearing for Phase II of Fourth Plain and Ft. Vancouver Way Safety & Mobility Project
• Workshop on Transportation System Plan street typology and pedestrian crossing policy
• Review of the 2024–2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Update on Highway 99 Bus Rapid Transit Project

City Council

The Vancouver City Council will consider revisions to the moratorium on warehouses larger than 100,000 square feet. The agenda also includes a $1,000,000 donation for the Elizabeth Austin Playground and an opioid settlement agreement with several manufacturers and retailers. Public hearings are scheduled for rezoning proposals at 9309 NE 52nd Street and Kevanna Park Meadows.

• $1,000,000 Kuni donation for Elizabeth Austin Playground
• Opioid settlement agreement with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
• Revisions to the moratorium on large warehouses over 100,000 square feet
• Stutesman Rezone Proposal at 9309 NE 52nd Street
• Kevanna Park Meadows Planned Development concept plan

Telecommunications Commission

The Telecommunications Commission will conduct a performance review of Comcast for the 2021-2022 period. The agenda also includes updates on cable franchise renewals and PEG access for TV ETC and Clark/Vancouver Television.

• Comcast Performance Review 2021-2022
• Cable Franchise Renewal Update
• PEG Access updates for TV ETC and Clark/Vancouver Television

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a $700,000 lodging tax grant for Visit Vancouver Washington. They are also considering updates to the warehouse development moratorium and approving the HOME-ARP allocation plan for $2,496,110 in federal funding. The meeting includes workshops on safety projects and transportation planning.

• $300,000 increase for landscape maintenance contract
• $700,000 lodging tax grant to Visit Vancouver Washington
• $2,496,110 HOME-ARP allocation plan for homelessness assistance
• Stutesman rezone proposal at 9309 NE 52nd Street
• Updates to the warehouse development moratorium ordinance

Downtown Redevelopment Authority

The Downtown Redevelopment Authority will conduct officer elections and review year-end financial updates. The board will also consider approvals for a CSG contract amendment, procurement policy revisions, and a lobby remodel change order.

• Officer elections
• CSG Contract Amendment approval
• Lobby Remodel Change Order review
• DRA Procurement Policies Revision approval
• Hotel Remodel Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed code changes to implement the Evergreen and Grand Commercial Corridors Strategy. The meeting also includes training on state laws for commissioners and staff.

• Proposed code changes for the Evergreen and Grand Commercial Corridors Strategy
• Approval of December 13, 2022, meeting minutes
• Election of Commission officers
• Training on the Growth Management Act and Open Public Meetings Act

City Council

The meeting consists of a True Colors professional development session for staff and elected officials. The training focuses on improving communication skills and self-awareness. No legislative actions or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

Transportation and Mobility Commission

The Commission will elect its 2023 Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also hold workshops regarding the Fourth Plain and Ft. Vancouver Way Safety & Mobility Project and the Climate Action Framework. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Main Street Promise Project streetscape design.

• Election of 2023 Chair and Vice Chair
• Workshop on Fourth Plain and Ft. Vancouver Way Safety & Mobility Project Phase II
• Overview of Climate Action Framework process and next steps
• Review of 30% design for Main Street Promise Project streetscape
• Staff memo regarding McGillivray Boulevard Safety & Mobility Project

City Council

The Council will hold a workshop regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update. A public hearing is scheduled to consider a six-month moratorium on permits for warehouse and freight movement structures over 100,000 square feet in industrial zones. The agenda also includes appointments to the Planning Commission.

• Public hearing on temporary moratorium for warehouse/freight development exceeding 100,000 square feet
• Eighth amendment to ambulance services agreement with AMR
• Appointments of Melissa von Borstel and Patrick Adigweme to the Planning Commission
• Contract increase for Associated Petroleum Products
• Continued use of Washington State contract for copiers and managed print services

City Council

The Council will hold workshops regarding a warehouse and distribution center moratorium and diversity initiatives. The agenda also includes decisions on ammunition purchases, building code updates, and property tax exemptions.

• Ammunition purchase for Vancouver Police Department up to $478,121
• 62nd Street Apartments Corner Rezone public hearing
• Ordinance to discontinue long-term no-charge street parking permits
• Broadstone (BLK 19) Multi-Family Housing Limited Property Tax Exemption
• Ratification of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for Vancouver Fire Command Officers

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings regarding Proposition 3, a proposed affordable housing levy replacement, and property tax exemptions for Broadstone apartments. The agenda also includes a workshop on the Transportation System Plan and a contract for police recruitment services.

• Police Department recruitment contract with Loma Media up to $393,500
• Resolution supporting Proposition 3 affordable housing levy replacement
• 8-year property tax exemption for Broadstone (BLK 19) apartments
• Ordinance to discontinue long-term no-charge street parking permits
• 62nd Street Apartments Corner Rezone first reading