Black Diamond Roundup: July Meeting Outcomes Pending, Council to Consider $418,334.72 in Payments
Minutes from Black Diamond's recent July government meetings have not yet been published, meaning the outcomes of several proposed ordinances and resolutions—including new e-bike regulations and a speed limit change on Roberts Drive—remain unconfirmed. Residents will have an opportunity to weigh in on the next round of city business at the July 21 City Council meeting, where councilmembers will consider approving payments totaling $418,334.72 and multiple contract resolutions.
Recent Meetings: Outcomes Pending
Because official minutes are not yet available for the meetings held on July 7, July 13, and July 14, it is not possible to confirm what was decided. The following items were listed on the agendas for discussion or potential action.
The July 7 City Council agenda included proposals to:
- Create Chapter 10.34 regulating e-motorcycles, e-bicycles, and motorized scooters (AB26-080).
- Revert the speed limit on Roberts Drive to 25 mph (AB26-085).
- Establish the Black Diamond Economic Vitality Grant Program (AB26-086).
- Adopt the 2027 Budget Planning Calendar (AB26-083).
- Approve a quit claim deed to WSDOT for easement rights over TPN 112106-9098, the Kombol Law Office Parcel (AB26-082).
The consent agenda also included financial reports, surplus equipment resolutions, and an interlocal agreement for police services.
The July 13 Planning Commission was scheduled to discuss amendments to its own rules and procedures regarding its regular meeting schedule, a Title 18 Development Regulations Code Amendment, and a Sensitive Areas Ordinance Amendment. The commission also planned to approve minutes from prior meetings on March 9, March 30, and April 27. No public hearings were scheduled.
The July 14 City Council held a regular work session to continue the review and discussion of the Council Rules of Procedure.
Coming Up
The City Council will meet on July 21 to consider several financial and contractual items. The agenda includes:
- Claim checks totaling $418,334.72.
- A resolution authorizing Therapeutic Court Program contract renewals.
- A resolution accepting a King County Youth and Amateur Sports Grant.
- A resolution approving a consulting services agreement with Civic Forge.
- An update on Pipeline Road and MPD.
The meeting is hybrid and open to public comment.