City Council
Regular MeetingMedical Lake, WA · March 4, 2025
Minutes
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SELF-ASSESSMENT
REPORT 2025
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
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OBJECTIVES AND PRIORITIES
The Ultimate Goals of Public Works
Ensure the reliable delivery of clean, safe drinking water and
sustainable management of our water resources.
Provide efficient wastewater collection and treatment, protecting
the environment and public health
Maintain and improve the city’s streets and transportation
infrastructure to promote safety, accessibility, and economic
vitality.
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Jefferson Water Main Replacement
The Jefferson water main replacement project was completed efficiently,
improving water quality and reliability while minimizing disruptions to the
community..
Gray Road Fire Recovery Efforts
The Gray Road fire recovery efforts have focused on restoring
infrastructure, assisting displaced residents, and ensuring community safety
as rebuilding progresses.
Transportation Improvements
TIB funded maintenance and scrub seal work, Lefevre St Complete Streets,
etc.
Water System Plan Update / Sanitary Survey
Updating the water system plan to enhance infrastructure efficiency,
reliability, and sustainability while addressing current and future water
management needs..
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ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Strategic Planning: Aligning public works projects with long-term
community needs.
Leadership & Decision-Making: Establishing clear roles and fostering
accountability.
Collaboration & Communication: Coordinating across departments
and engaging others.
Resource Allocation: Efficiently managing budgets, personnel and
equipment.
Project Tracking & Adjustments: Monitoring daily projects and making
necessary adjustments to support multiple ongoing projects.
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Medical Lake Residents
City Council Mayor Terri Cooper
City Administrator
Sonny Weathers
Public Works Director Parks Director Waste Water Treatment Director
Scott Duncan Glen Horton Steve Cooper
Waste Water
Public Works Park
Treatment
Employees Employees
Employees
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A day in the life
of public works
Stanley Drive Barker Street
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STREET PLOWING – THE SAFETY OF OUR
CITIZENS IS TOP PRIORITY
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OPERATIONAL PLANS AND CONTROLS
• Strategic Plan • Capital Improvement Plan
• Storm Water Mitigation Grant
• Transportation Improvement Plan
• SCMP 2025 • Emergency Management Plan
• Scrub Seal 2025 • Water System Plan
• ADA Ramp upgrades (Lake St) • 6-Year Water Plan
• Lefevre St improvements • Cross Connection Control
• Four Lakes Water System
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RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Oversee the Public Works Department.
Plan, schedule, and direct all regular department work.
24/7 On-call duty for emergency response and safety problems.
Maintain records and maps of all water and sewer infrastructure.
Locate City-owned utilities for the regional Once Call System.
Report on operational needs and
Snow removal, training, budgeting, etc.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws, policies,
procedures, and safety standards.
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• Pictures worthy of note
Conduit for the Lefevre St. Lehn Rd Transmission SCMP 2024 Repairs on Fox
Project Main Ridge
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STAFF REPORT SNAPSHOT
Short Range: Long Range:
Lefevre St. / Complete Streets / Power City Capital Improvement Plan
Broadlinc / Power City 6 Year water plan / Preparation
Comcast locates / Nex Gen/Phase 3 GIS Mapping
4-Lakes water system / Well checks
EPA lead service line public notification
Cross Connection Control / ASR Reporting
Sewer Capacity / Lakeshore / Ring Lake Estates
FEMA / SLT Paving (E&H)
FEMA / Stump Grinding
Walker Sewer Main
Issues: Successes:
Broadlinc Fiber 2024 Self-Assessment Report complete!
Local Flooding / Storm line monitoring
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Thank you!
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