The council addressed several agenda items, including setting public hearings for the 2027 preliminary budget and the property tax levy. Additionally, the council set a public hearing regarding the Pump Station 17 Latecomer Agreement, approved updated Rules of Procedure for the Hearing Examiner, and authorized a reimbursement contract with WSDOT for the SR-546 fish passage design review. The council also approved an ordinance to acquire water rights via eminent domain and reviewed committee reports from various advisory bodies.
Sep 21, 2026
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City of Lynden City Council Minutes of Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting included approval of design supplements for the Mouw Ditch Stormwater Project and the Judson Street Downtown Low Impact Development Phase 3 project. Additionally, the Council approved data-sharing agreements with What-Comm 9-1-1 and the Washington State Patrol. A public hearing was held for the reestablishment of water conservation goals, leading to the approval of Resolution No. 26-1155. The Council adopted Ordinance No. 26-1737 regarding updates to appointed officers in the municipal code and introduced Ordinance No. 26-1738, which involves a 2026 budget amendment, including the early payoff of Fire Engine debt.
Sep 10, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City Of Lynden Public Safety Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed several items, including a presentation by Civic Informer regarding data-driven public safety briefings and a discussion on potential Kratom bans, with further investigation into Kratom and Bitcoin ordinances to be conducted. Fire and Police department statistics for July and August were presented, with a request for future reports to reflect incidents rather than total calls. A resolution regarding the Basic Life Support Ambulance Transport Rate increase was reviewed. Additionally, interlocal agreements for police data sharing and access to the Washington State Patrol's Traffic and Criminal Software system were recommended for City Council approval.
Aug 3, 2026·Board meeting
Lynden City Council Regular Meeting
The council administered the oath of office to three new police officers. Under new business, the council approved Resolution No. 26-1152, which amends a previous resolution regarding a property tax levy lid lift ballot proposition to align with county filing requirements. Additionally, the council reviewed various committee meeting minutes, including reports from the Finance, Public Works, and Community Development committees.
