City of Bothell

The meeting featured a study session regarding the Transfer of Development Rights and the Landscape Conservation and Local Infrastructure Program. Commission members reviewed the feasibility of these programs as tools for growth management, infrastructure funding, and rural land conservation. Additional topics included updates on the housing action plan and the downtown sub-area plan.

This Strategic Plan establishes the long-term direction for the Bothell Public Works Department, focusing on building community foundations through meaningful connections and sustainable services. The plan is structured around four key perspectives: Customer, Internal Processes, Financial, and Employee Learning and Growth. Key goals include creating a safe community, providing high-quality services and innovative solutions, streamlining processes for efficiency, retaining staff and meeting departmental needs, achieving fiscal stability and sustainability, identifying sustainable resources, and fostering a positive, supportive, and collaborative culture.

The board discussed the Urban Forest Management Plan and upcoming board position openings. Staff provided updates on capital projects including the Park at Bothell Landing, the former Wayne Golf Course, and the Cedar Grove Inclusive Playground. Engagement efforts regarding the PROS Plan were reviewed, with public feedback emphasizing the need for accessible pathways, nature preservation, and potential facilities like an open-air skatepark. The board also proposed future agenda topics, such as dog park land acquisition, regulatory compliance, and an overview of current city programs and emerging planning trends.

The meeting included a study session focused on the Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) and Landscape Conservation and Local Infrastructure Program (LCLIP) feasibility analysis, specifically evaluating the potential for infrastructure funding and development incentives in the Canyon Park, North Creek/195th Street, and Downtown subareas. Additionally, the commission received an update on the Housing Action Plan, reviewing recent community engagement efforts, focus group feedback, and future goals for affordable housing production and community participation.

The City Council agenda included approval of the meeting agenda and public engagement opportunities. Proclamations for American Red Cross Month and Youth Art Month were scheduled. Key discussion items involved a staff briefing on the City Transportation Safety Plan and its implementation, which is based on collision data analysis and aims to eliminate fatal and serious injuries by 2035. The consent agenda included approval of the minutes from March 3, 2026, declining further independent consideration of the Everest LLC Private Comprehensive Plan Amendment Request (directing inclusion in the Canyon Park Subarea Plan update), and authorizing the purchase of an Asphalt Paving Machine from Pape Machinery, Inc. under a Sourcewell contract. Further agenda items included an ordinance adopting amendments to Bothell Municipal Code Title 17 regarding Transportation Impact Fees, and study sessions regarding the Bothell Municipal Code Title 22 (Landmark Preservation Code Update) and Bothell Fire Administration Services.