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CITY COUNCIL MEETING / PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2016 CITY HALL 22710 E. COUNTRY VISTA DRIVE 7:00 P.M. REVISED 1. INVOCATION 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CALL TO ORDER 4. ROLL CALL 5. AGENDA APPROVAL 6. CITIZEN COMMENTS 7. BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT – Stepping Stone 8. PRESENTATION  Spokane Transit Authority – Maintain, Improve and Expand Public Transit 9. MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS  Finance Committee 10. CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT 11. WORKSHOP DISCUSSION  Mayor Peterson’s Proposed 2017 Budget 12. ACTION ITEMS A. Consent Agenda i. Approve October 4, 2016 City Council Minutes ii. Approve October 18, 2016 vouchers in the amount of $443,556.74 13. PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE Property Tax and Other Revenue Sources The public is invited to attend. Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities. Contact the City at 755-6700 with 24-hours advance notice for special accommodations. 14. FIRST READ ORDINANCE Ordinance No. 233 – Imposing a Moratorium on the Acceptance of or Processing of Applications, or Issuance of Permits or Licenses, and Approvals, and Uses or Activities Associated with the Producing, Processing, or Retailing of Marijuana and Marijuana-Infused Products; and Declaring an Emergency 15. RESOLUTIONS a. Resolution No. 16-216 – Establishing the 2017 City Council priorities b. Resolution No. 16-217 – Supporting the Uplands Trail project c. Resolution No. 16-218 – Regarding Finalization of the River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat d. Resolution No. 16-219 – Levying the Regular Property Taxes for the City of Liberty Lake 16. INTRODUCTION OF UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS 17. CITIZEN COMMENTS 18. ADJOURNMENT The public is invited to attend. Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities. Contact the City at 755-6700 with 24-hours advance notice for special accommodations. PRESENTATION MAINTAIN, IMPROVE & EXPAND PUBLIC TRANSIT. WHY WE’RE HERE Share details Present information Clarify and answer about the STA about STA’s questions Moving Forward Proposition 1 plan  ABOUT ME Steve Blaska Director of Operations since 2004 B.A. – History/Education – WSU B.S. – Psychology – WSU Masters – Public Administration – Central Michigan University Masters – Strategic Studies & Planning – Naval War College More than 36 years experience in: – Transportation – Maintenance – Logistics – Infrastructure – Strategic and Budget Operations OUR MISSION We aspire to be a source of pride for the region. STA is dedicated to providing safe, accessible, convenient, and efficient public transportation services to the Spokane region’s neighborhoods, and businesses and activity centers. WHO WE SERVE OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS Our Board of Directors is composed of elected officials from jurisdictions within the transit area. • Spokane County Commissioner, Al French • Spokane County Commissioner, Shelly O’Quinn • City of Cheney Mayor, Tom Trulove • City of Liberty Lake Mayor, Steve Peterson • City of Spokane Valley Council Member, Ed Pace • City of Spokane Valley Council Member, Arne Woodard • City of Spokane Council Member, Amber Waldref • City of Spokane Council Member, Candace Mumm • City of Airway Heights Council Member, Aspen Monteleone • Labor Representative, Rhonda Bowers (non-voting) • City of Millwood Mayor, Kevin Freeman, Ex-Officio (non-voting) • City of Medical Lake Mayor, John Higgins, Ex-Officio (non-voting) OUR SERVICES Fixed Route Paratransit Vanpool Employer Universal Transit Bus Service Sponsored Bus Access Pass Pass Program Program OUR IMPACT 10.8 450 3.5 million thousand million total bus rides paratransit rides bus rides to work PROJECTED REGIONAL GROWTH 471,000 + 165,000 = 636,000 2010 2040 Increased population means increased demand from youth, senior citizens, veterans, and people with disabilities 35% GROWTH PARTNERS IN GROWTH STA is an important partner in planning for our region’s growth and shaping our social fabric, economic infrastructure, and quality of life. PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE MAINTAIN, IMPROVE, EXPAND ANSWERING THE REGION’S GROWING NEED CONNECT CONNECT PARTNER IN PEOPLE TO WORKERS TO ADVANCING SERVICES JOBS REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONNECT PEOPLE TO SERVICES • Better access • More trips • Improved connections • New routes CONNECT WORKERS TO JOBS • More frequent trips • Extended hours • More services • Improved travel flow PARTNER IN ADVANCING REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • More service during peak hours • New and improved transit centers • Shorter travel times • 25% more service  STA MOVING FORWARD HIGHLIGHTS More than 25 projects will be completed, including: • Extended Saturday evening bus service • Night and weekend bus service • Direct bus service • 4 new and expanded transit centers • Non-stop bus service • Bus and van replacements • Bus Rapid Transit (Central City Line) • And more VIEW MORE PROJECTS To learn more about Proposition 1, register to vote, and view the full list of improvement projects, please visit: STAMovingForward.com STA MOVING FORWARD TIMING Implementation of the STA Moving Forward Plan is 10 years, starting in 2017. Some services will be available as early as May 2017: • New service on East Indiana • Night and weekend service on North Nevada • More frequent service in Airway Heights • Late-night service on Saturdays STA MOVING FORWARD FUNDING Proposition 1 will fund the STA Moving Forward Plan. Funding from other sources includes: • Competitive state and federal grants • Increased revenue from more riders using STA’s services • Planned passenger fare increases  PROPOSITION 1 On November 8, 2016, voters will have the option to approve or reject Spokane Transit Authority (STA) Proposition 1, authorizing an increase in local sales and use tax of up to 0.2% to help maintain, improve and expand public transit in Spokane County’s transit service area. FUNDING EXPECTED FROM PROPOSITION 1 FOR EVERY $10 AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD WOULD PAY STA RECEIVES AN ADDITIONAL $0.02 $24/YEAR $2/month TAX INCREASES WOULD TAKE EFFECT IN PHASES Both sales tax increases expire no later than December 31, 2028, unless renewed by voters. EXTENDING THE DOLLAR COMMON QUESTIONS How will each dollar received be spent? How is this ballot different from last year? HOW WILL EACH DOLLAR RECEIVED BE SPENT? $0.44 $0.33 $0.23 EXPAND IMPROVE MAINTAIN HOW IS THIS BALLOT DIFFERENT FROM LAST YEAR? Smaller tax increase Quicker timeline for Tax increase in new services phases over a 3-year period Your questions answered REGISTER TO VOTE Register to vote in the November 8, 2016 general election. Visit sos.wa.gov/elections to register online. MAINTAIN, IMPROVE & EXPAND PUBLIC TRANSIT. To learn more about Proposition 1, register to vote, and view the full list of improvement projects, please visit: STAMovingForward.com  City Council Subcommittee Agendas  Finance Committee Meeting Agenda – City Hall Conference Room October 18, 2016 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM I. 2017 Budget a. Calendar b. Overview on new Funds c. Policy II. RCO Grant III. Voucher Review  Liberty Lake Municipal Library September 2016 Report 2016 2015 Checkouts 7,055 7,389 Renewals 1,178 1,232 ILL 14 14 Lent to CIN 1,186 1,080 Downloads 1,035 892 InHouse 350 341 Freegal 1,091 471 TOTAL: 11,909 11,419 Borrowed from CIN 841 773 Checkins 7,460 7,565 Patron Visits: 4,175 4,808 Programs: Story time/Crafts/Lego 396 135 Books n Brew: 5 5 Adult programs 26 24 New Cards 96 83 Total Cards: 6,782 6,384 Events in September: LEGO Club: every Friday Knitting Club: every Saturday Kid's Crafts: every Saturday Book Club: Sept. 27th Book Club read Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarity in September STEM: LEGO Mindstorm Challenge (2 sessions) ages 9 - 13 October Events: Annual Halloween Party: This year’s Halloween Party will take place Thursday evening, October 27th from 5:00 –7:30 at the library. Members of the Friends of the Library will be assisting in decorating the library for children to show off their costumes and play games. Library Technical Specialist Travis Montgomery and Circulation Supervisor Georgette Rogers will be attending the annual conference of the Washington Association of Library Employees (WALE) October 24th – 27th. The Library Books N Brew will read and discuss Minding Franki by Maeve Binchey on Oct. 20th. 7-week Genealogy Class begins October 13th conducted by Pumpkin painting for kids, October 13th. Scary Movie Night: Arachnophobia, October 20th STEM: LEGO Creations challenge October 1, ages 4 – 9 STEM: Ozobots (3 sessions) Oct 15, Nov 5 and Homeschool ACTION ITEMS  City of Liberty Lake Consent Agenda for October 18, 2016 City Council Meeting Report from the Mayor for pending claims and payment of previously‐approved obligations through October 18, 2016 Payee Description Amount See attached voucher report. Total vouchers through October 18, 2016 $ 120,187.96 4‐Oct‐16 Liberty Lake Sewer & Water District Check No. 23278 $ 409.78 October Payroll, Benefits, & Quarterlies $322,959.00 TOTAL $443,556.74 RECOMMENDATION: Approve and Authorize for Payment ATTACHMENTS: All original invoices are on file with the City Treasurer. SIGNATURES: City Clerk Mayor Finance Committee FIRST READ ORDINANCE  CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 233 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON, IMPOSING A MORATORIUM ON THE ACCEPTANCE OF OR PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS, OR ISSUANCE OF PERMITS OR LICENSES, AND APPROVALS, AND USES OR ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE PRODUCING, PROCESSING, OR RETAILING OF MARIJUANA AND MARIJUANA-INFUSED PRODUCTS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. WHEREAS, the City of Liberty Lake, Washington (“City”) has prepared and is implementing a Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations in accordance with the provisions of the Washington State Growth Management Act; and WHEREAS, the City initiated and successfully completed a process in 2015 to update its Comprehensive Plan in accordance with the provisions of the Washington State Growth Management Act; and WHEREAS, the City has now initiated a process in 2016 to review and update its Development Regulations in accordance with the provisions of the updated Comprehensive Plan and the provisions of the Washington State Growth Management Act; and WHEREAS, in November 2012 the voters of the State of Washington approved Initiative 502, providing a framework whereby individuals and business entities may be granted a state license authorizing them to produce, process, or sell marijuana and marijuana-infused products for recreational use; and WHEREAS, the Washington State Liquor Control Board has developed and implemented regulations governing the licensing and operation of recreational marijuana or marijuana-infused producers, processors, and retailers; and WHEREAS, marijuana remains a Schedule 1 drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act, and the production, possession, and use of marijuana for any purpose, including medical use, remains illegal under federal law; and WHEREAS, prior to issuing a license to a producer, processor, or retailer, as those terms are defined by law, the Washington State Liquor Control Board must give notice of the application for a license to the City and the City has the right to file written objections to issuance of that license, but the Washington State Liquor Control Board makes the final decision whether to issue a license; and WHEREAS, during the process of identifying potential revisions to the City’s Development Regulations the City Council of the City of Liberty Lake (“City Council”) has determined that the public interest would be served by a more extensive discussion on where and under what circumstances producing, processing, retailing of marijuana or marijuana-infused products should be permitted; and WHEREAS, unless the City acts immediately to address the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational marijuana and marijuana-infused products, such uses may be able to locate in the City without specific regulation, creating the potential for adverse impacts on the City and its citizens; and WHEREAS, on January 16, 2014, the Attorney General of Washington issued a legal opinion, AGO 2014 No. 2, that Initiative 502 does not preempt counties, cities, and towns from regulating marijuana and marijuana-infused producers, processors, and retailers within their jurisdictions; and WHEREAS, on January 27, 2015 the City of Liberty Lake established certain zoning regulations for marijuana businesses, and other appropriate regulations to address the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational marijuana and marijuana-infused products; and WHEREAS, the City has implemented certain zoning for marijuana and marijuana- infused products; however during the City’s Periodic Update process, the City is also reviewing compatible uses and development regulations within the various zones; and WHEREAS, through this comprehensive review, the City desires to re-examine the zoning for uses of marijuana and marijuana-infused products; and WHEREAS, the City needs more time to study the land use impacts of the potential facilities or premises that may be utilized by producers, processors, and retailers and the various development standards that should be considered to mitigate the impacts before adoption of any City regulations and/or acceptance of applications and issuance of any permits or licenses; and WHEREAS, RCW 35A.63.220 and RCW 36.70A.390 authorize the City to adopt a moratorium of up six (6) months on the acceptance of applications and issue of permits associated with the production, processing, and retailing of marijuana or marijuana-infused products that would enable the City to further research how to best implement the updated Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulations and also protect the public health and safety; and WHEREAS, the City may adopt a moratorium under RCW 35A.63.220 and RCW 36.70A.390 without first holding a public hearing on the moratorium, as long as it holds a public hearing on the moratorium within sixty (60) days of its adoption, and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of the City and its citizens that a moratorium be established to study appropriate regulations to address the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational marijuana and marijuana-infused products and to develop a work plan for the implementation of any regulations, including appropriate Development Regulations and the issuance of permits, the impact on and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, and as set forth in this Ordinance; and  WHEREAS, the adoption of a moratorium on the acceptance of applications or the issuance of permits for producers, processers, and retailers of marijuana or marijuana-infused products is necessary to protect the public health and safety and is in the public interest. NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Liberty Lake, Washington, do ordain as follows: Section 1. Findings of Fact. The City Council adopts the above recitations as findings of fact justifying the moratorium, and may supplement these findings of fact before or immediately after the public hearing on this moratorium. Section 2. Moratorium Established. A. A moratorium is imposed prohibiting the production, processing, and/or retail sale of recreational marijuana and marijuana-infused substances by state-licensed individuals or businesses within all zoning districts in the City. B. A moratorium is imposed on the acceptance of applications or the issuance of any City building permit, development permit, business license, or any other permit or license to any state-licensed individual or business that seeks to produce, process, and/or sell recreational marijuana or marijuana-infused products in the City. Section 3. Term of Moratorium. The moratorium established by this Ordinance shall be in effect immediately upon approval for an initial period of six (6) months, unless repealed, extended, or modified by the City Council after a public hearing and the entry of appropriate findings of fact as required by RCW 35A.63.220 and/or RCW 36.70A.390. The City Council may renew this moratorium for one or more six (6) month periods as permitted by law. Section 4. Public Hearing. Pursuant to RCW 35A.63.220 and/or RCW 36.70A.390, the City Council shall hold a public hearing on this moratorium within sixty (60) days of the adoption of this moratorium. Section 5. Administrative Code Interpretations Authorized. In the event of any question or uncertainly regarding the applicability of this moratorium, the Mayor or his designee is hereby authorized to make such administrative code interpretations as may be necessary to implement this moratorium. Section 6. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or unconstitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance. Section 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance, as a public emergency ordinance, necessary for the protection of the public health, public safety, public property, or public peace, shall take effect and be in full force and effect immediately upon adoption. Pursuant to Matson v. Clark County Bd. Of Com’rs, 79 Wn. App. 641, 904 P.2d 317 (1995), underlying facts necessary to support this emergency declaration are included in the “WHEREAS” clauses above, all of which are adopted by references as set forth herein. The City Clerk is directed to publish a summary of this Ordinance, as applicable, as the earliest publication date. Passed by the City Council this ______ day of October, 2016. MAYOR STEVE PETERSON ATTEST: __ ANN SWENSON, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ____________________________ SEAN P. BOUTZ, City Attorney RESOLUTION(S)  CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON RESOLUTION NO. 16-216 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON ESTABLISHING THE LIBERTY LAKE CITY COUNCIL’S PRIORITIES FOR THE YEAR 2017 WHEREAS, on August 16, 2016 and September 20, 2016 the Liberty Lake City Council met to identify and prioritize future opportunities and needs for its residents and businesses, and WHEREAS, pursuant to RCW 42.30.030, the August 16, 2016 meeting was declared open and public, with proper notice having been given regarding said meeting on August 11, 2016, and WHEREAS, during the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on September 20, 2016, which was open to the public for comment and discussion, the Liberty Lake City Council established priorities for the year 2017 as outlined in Exhibit A." NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Liberty Lake, Washington as follows: 1. Priorities for the year 2017. The City of Liberty Lake, Washington through its City Council establishes priorities for its residents and businesses for the year 2017 as outlined in Exhibit A. 2. Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council. Adopted this 18th day of October, 2016. __________________________________ Mayor, Steve Peterson ATTEST: Approved as to Form: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk, Ann Swenson City Attorney, Sean P. Boutz  City of Liberty Lake City Council Meeting October 18, 2016 EXHIBIT A Council’s Priorities for 2017 1. BUSINESS SUPPORT & RECRUITMENT  Local business outreach o City Council / staff 2. TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS  Public Transportation o STA internal circulation (Stonehill) o Liberty Lake shuttle service  Transportation Plan o Country Vista Drive & Appleway Avenue improvements o Henry Road Interchange o Harvard Road bridge expansion o I-90 access  Pedestrian safety / crosswalks  Bridging North and South Liberty Lake o Pedestrian connectivity from Harvard Road 3. PARKS, RECREATION, TRAILS & OPEN SPACE  Trailhead Golf Course Master Plan (Workshop Discussion)  River access o Centennial Trail  Liberty Lake Upland Trail – easements, design, and funding  Barefoot in the Park – expand event (marketing & event coordination)  Orchard Park – design and construction 4. MISCELLANEOUS INITIATIVES  Underground utilities  Public art funding (Workshop Discussion)  Adopt Code of Ethics for Elected Officials  Evaluate land use options in the M2 zone  Citizen engagement  CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON RESOLUTION NO. 16-217 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON, SUPPORTING THE LIBERTY LAKE UPLANDS TRAIL WHEREAS, the City of Liberty Lake is a growing community with many needs, including the need for areas with public access whereby residents can enjoy recreational and outdoor activities; and WHEREAS, the citizens of the City of Liberty Lake value its natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities and will greatly benefit from recreational and natural experiences; and WHEREAS, the residents of Liberty Lake have benefitted from the acquisition of important natural lands near the Liberty Lake community and throughout Spokane County; and WHEREAS, open space land which can be acquired with tax money includes lands, the preservation of which, would, among other matters: (1) conserve and enhance natural or scenic resources; or (2) protect streams or water supplies; or (3) promote conservation of soils, wetlands, or beaches; or (4) enhance the value to the public of abutting or neighboring parks, forests, wildlife preserves, nature reservations or sanctuaries or other open space; or (5) enhance recreation opportunities; or (6) preserve historic sites; or (7) preserve visual quality along highways, roads, and street corridors or scenic vistas; and WHEREAS, on June 7, 2016, the Liberty Lake City Council approved a budget amendment to purchase property referred to as the Liberty Lake Uplands; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Liberty Lake City Council to support the progression of the Liberty Lake Uplands Trail to preserve open space, views of Liberty Lake and provide connectivity to the Saltese Uplands Conservation Area; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Liberty Lake, Washington supports the improvement of the Liberty Lake Uplands to provide connectivity to the Saltese Uplands Conservation Area. ADOPTED this 18th day of October, 2016. Steve Peterson, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: _______________________________ _______________________________ City Clerk, Ann Swenson City Attorney, Sean P. Boutz  AGENDA ITEM NO.: 14c BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON SUBJECT: FOR THE AGENDA OF: October 18, 2016 River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Planning & Building Services EXHIBIT: DEPT. HEAD APPROVAL: Katy Allen Resolution 16-218 River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat Map EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: Not Applicable BUDGETED: Not Applicable SUMMARY STATEMENT The Preliminary Plat of River Crossing North consisting of 225 lots and several tracts for residential development on 52.69 acres was approved by the City Council on September 18, 2014. River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat has now been received and reviewed, and is ready for final plat approval. The River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat, File 2014.PL0001B, is 17.25 acres in size and contains 65 Lots, 2 Tracts, and public streets. All applicable conditions from the preliminary plat approval have been met or a performance guarantee has been provided and appropriate signatures / letters of acceptance have been obtained or will be obtained prior to recording. River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat is in conformance with all applicable land use controls. RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Read the Resolution 2. Accept the Resolution  RESOLUTION NO. 16-218 CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON REGARDING FINALIZATION OF THE RIVER CROSSING NORTH 2ND ADDITION PLAT, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 25N, RANGE 45 E.W.M., LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON, FILE 2014.PL0001B. WHEREAS, RCW 58.17 establishes the process by which land is divided and regulates the subdivision of land; WHEREAS, The City of Liberty Lake adopted a Comprehensive Plan (September 2003, updated October 6, 2015), a Development Code (December 2005), and the River District SAP- 08-0001 (October 2009); WHEREAS, The Preliminary Plat of River Crossing North consisting of 225 lots and several tracts for residential development on 52.69 acres was approved by the City Council on September 18, 2014; WHEREAS, The River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat, File 2014.PL0001B, is 17.25 acres in size and contains 65 Lots, 2 Tracts, and public streets; WHEREAS, All applicable conditions from the preliminary plat approval have been met or a performance guarantee has been provided; WHEREAS, The River Crossing North 2nd Addition Final Plat is in conformance with all applicable land use controls; WHEREAS, Appropriate signatures and letters of acceptance have been obtained or will be obtained prior to recording; and WHEREAS, Property taxes and all required fees will be paid prior to recording of the final plat. THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: The Final Plat of River Crossing North 2nd Addition, Located in the Southeast Quarter of Section 8, Township 25N, Range 45 E.W.M., Liberty Lake, Washington, more precisely described in the dedication, having met all conditions and requirements, is hereby approved. Passed by the City Council this day of October, 2016.  Steve Peterson, Mayor City of Liberty Lake ATTEST: City Clerk, Ann Swenson APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney, Sean P. Boutz  AGENDA ITEM NO.: 14d BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON SUBJECT: FOR THE AGENDA OF: October 18th, 2016 Property Tax Resolution DEPT. OF ORIGIN: Administrative Services EXHIBIT: DEPT. HEAD APPROVAL: RJ Stevenson Resolution for 1% Levy Certification Resolution for 0% EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: No BUDGETED: For 2017 Budget SUMMARY STATEMENT Each year the State law authorizes the City of Liberty Lake to levy regular property taxes upon the taxable property within the corporate limits in order to provide for the 2017 current expense budget of the City. For 2017, the City is recommending a 1% property tax increase. The City is required to have the levy certification to the County Commissioners before November 30th, 2016. For discussion, I included the Resolution for 0% increase that also “Banks” the capacity for future use. RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Adopt the Resolution for a 1% Property Tax Increase  CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON RESOLUTION NO. 16-219 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON, LEVYING THE REGULAR PROPERTY TAXES FOR THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON IN SPOKANE COUNTY FOR THE YEAR COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2017 TO PROVIDE REVENUE FOR THE PROVISION OF CITY SERVICES AS SET FORTH IN THE CITY BUDGET. WHEREAS, State law authorizes the City of Liberty Lake to levy regular property taxes upon the taxable property within the corporate limits in order to provide revenue for the 2017 current expense budget of the City; WHEREAS, the City of Liberty Lake is authorized to levy $3.60 per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation subject to deduction of levies collected by a fire district in the amount of ($1.50); per assessed valuation. WHEREAS, the City Council, after a public hearing and after duly considering all relevant evidence and testimony presented, has determined that the City desires a 1% increase in property tax revenue from the previous year, while receiving increases resulting from the addition of new construction and improvements to property and any increase in the value of state assessed property. WHEREAS, the population of the City of Liberty Lake is 9.325; WHEREAS, RCW 84.52.020 requires the City Council on or before the 30th day of November to certify budget estimates to the Clerk of the Spokane County Board of Commissioners including amounts to be raised by taxing property in the City; WHEREAS, the City Council pursuant to notice has held a public hearing on the proposed budget estimates for 2016 including revenue sources which will fund the provision of services; and WHEREAS, after due consideration of the proposed 2017 budget and the related financial requirements the City Council desires to impose an ad valorem property tax as permitted by State law. NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Liberty Lake, Washington, do resolve as follows: Section 1. 2017 Levy. There shall be and is hereby levied and imposed upon real property, personal property, all new construction, utility property, and all property resulting from any annexations as defined in RCW Chap. 84.02 and 84.55.005 in the City of Liberty Lake, Spokane County, Washington, a regular property tax increase over the 2016 amount of $21,634.00 which is 1% for the year commencing January 1, 2017, plus any additional revenue resulting from new construction and improvements to property and any increase in the value of state-assessed property. The regular property tax levied through this Resolution is for the purpose of receiving revenue to make payment upon the general indebtedness of the City of Liberty Lake, the general fund obligations and for the payment of services performed by or for the City during the 2017 calendar year.  Section 2. Notice to Spokane County. Pursuant to RCW 84.52.020, the City Clerk shall certify to the County Legislative Authority a true and correct copy of this Resolution, as well as, the budget estimates adopted by the City Council in order to provide for and direct that the taxes levied herein shall be collected and paid to the City Clerk of the City of Liberty Lake at the time and in the manner provided by the laws of the State of Washington. PASSED by the City Council this 18th day of October, 2016 Mayor Steve Peterson ATTEST: _______________________________ City Clerk, Ann Swenson APPROVED AS TO FORM: _______________________________ City Attorney, Sean P. Boutz  Levy Certification Submit this document to the county legislative authority on or before November 30 of the year preceding the year in which the levy amounts are to be collected and forward a copy to the assessor. In accordance with RCW 84.52.020, I, Ann Swenson , (Name) City Clerk , for City of Liberty Lake , do hereby certify to (Title) (District Name) the Spokane County legislative authority that the Liberty Lake City Council (Name of County) (Commissioners, Council, Board, etc.) of said district requests that the following levy amounts be collected in 2017 as provided in the district’s (Year of Collection) budget, which was adopted following a public hearing held on 10/18/16 : (Date of Public Hearing) Regular Levy: $2,301,499.86 (State the total dollar amount to be levied) Excess Levy: (State the total dollar amount to be levied) Refund Levy: $0.00 (State the total dollar amount to be levied) Signature: Date: For tax assistance or to request this document in an alternate format, visit http://dor.wa.gov/content/taxes/property/default.aspx or call (360) 534-1400. Teletype (TTY) users may call (360) 705-6718. REV 64 0100e (w) (10/12/10)  CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON RESOLUTION NO. 16-219 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON, LEVYING THE REGULAR PROPERTY TAXES FOR THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE, WASHINGTON IN SPOKANE COUNTY FOR THE YEAR COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2017 TO PROVIDE REVENUE FOR THE PROVISION OF CITY SERVICES AS SET FORTH IN THE CITY BUDGET. WHEREAS, State law authorizes the City of Liberty Lake to levy regular property taxes upon the taxable property within the corporate limits in order to provide revenue for the 2017 current expense budget of the City; WHEREAS, the City of Liberty Lake is authorized to levy $3.60 per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation subject to deduction of levies collected by a fire district in the amount of ($1.50); per assessed valuation. WHEREAS, the City Council, after a public hearing and after duly considering all relevant evidence and testimony presented, has determined that the City desires a 0% increase in property tax revenue from the previous year, while receiving increases resulting from the addition of new construction and improvements to property and any increase in the value of state assessed property. WHEREAS, the population of the City of Liberty Lake is 9,325; WHEREAS, RCW 84.52.020 requires the City Council on or before the 30th day of November to certify budget estimates to the Clerk of the Spokane County Board of Commissioners including amounts to be raised by taxing property in the City; WHEREAS, the City Council pursuant to notice has held a public hearing on the proposed budget estimates for 2017 including revenue sources which will fund the provision of services; and WHEREAS, after due consideration of the proposed 2017 budget and the related financial requirements the City Council desires to impose an ad valorem property tax as permitted by State law. NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Liberty Lake, Washington, do resolve as follows: Section 1. 2017 Levy. There shall be and is hereby levied and imposed upon real property, personal property, all new construction, utility property, and all property resulting from any annexations as defined in RCW Chap. 84.02 and 84.55.005 in the City of Liberty Lake, Spokane County, Washington, a regular property tax increase over the 2016 amount of $0.00 which is 0% for the year commencing January 1, 2017, plus any additional revenue resulting from new construction and improvements to property and any increase in the value of state- assessed property. The regular property tax levied through this Resolution is for the purpose of receiving revenue to make payment upon the general indebtedness of the City of Liberty Lake, the general fund obligations and for the payment of services performed by or for the City during the 2017 calendar year.  Section 2. Banking. The City Council does specifically intend to “bank” as provided in RCW 84.55.092 and WAC 458-19-065 the future levy capacity of the City which would have been allowed and available in 2017 as calculated by multiplying the 2016 highest lawful tax levy by 101 percent. Section 3. Notice to Spokane County. Pursuant to RCW 84.52.020, the City Clerk shall certify to the County Legislative Authority a true and correct copy of this Resolution, as well as, the budget estimates adopted by the City Council in order to provide for and direct that the taxes levied herein shall be collected and paid to the City Clerk of the City of Liberty Lake at the time and in the manner provided by the laws of the State of Washington. PASSED by the City Council this 18th day of October, 2016 Mayor Steve Peterson ATTEST: _______________________________ City Clerk, Ann Swenson APPROVED AS TO FORM: _______________________________ City Attorney, Sean P. Boutz Introduction of Upcoming Agenda Items  DRAFT CITY COUNCIL ADVANCED AGENDAS For Planning Discussion Purposes Only As of October 14, 2016 Please note: This is a work in progress; items are tentative November 1, 2016 DUE Wed, Oct. 26 1. Consent Agenda (minutes, vouchers) rd 2. PRESENTATION: Liberty Lake Municipal Library 3 Quarter 2016 Report 3. PUBLIC HEARING: 2017 Budget 4. FIRST READ ORDINANCE: Establishing a Code of Ethics for Elected Officials (goal, nepotism, HE, penalty/enforcement remedies) November 15, 2016 DUE Wed, Nov. 9 1. PRESENTATION: Municipal City Flag, Councilman Dunne 2. Consent Agenda (minutes, vouchers) 3. PUBLIC HEARING: 2017 Budget 4. SECOND READ ORDINANCE: Establishing a Code of Ethics for Elected Officials (goal, nepotism, HE, penalty/enforcement remedies) December 6, 2016 DUE Wed, Nov. 30 1. PRESENTATION: Update on Traffic Study, Tony Woody, CH2M Hill 2. Consent Agenda (minutes, vouchers) 3. FIRST READ ORDINANCES: - Adopting the 2017 City Budget - Moratorium on the Acceptance of Applications or Issuance of Permits for the Construction of Multifamily Housing December 20, 2016 DUE Wed, Dec14 1. Consent Agenda (minutes, vouchers) 2. PRESENTATION: Design Regulation, Planning Commission Recommendations, and Moratorium 3. SECOND READ ORDINANCES: - Adopting the 2017 City Budget - Moratorium on the Acceptance of Applications or Issuance of Permits for the Construction of Multifamily Housing ************* TENTATIVE ITEMS: 1. Ordinance No. 232, granting a non-exclusive Franchise Agreement to Avista Corporation 2. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Liberty Lake Sewer & Water District / Liberty Lake Road rehabilitation contract 3. Contract with Ptera 4. LLML 4th Quarter 2016 report (Pamela 1/21/17) 5. On-Call Arborist contract 6. Approve the Liberty Creek Elementary School underground electrical easement