Jim Fletcher

The key discussion items for the meeting include announcements, public comment period for items not on the agenda, and approval of the agenda. The consent agenda covers the minutes from the previous regular meeting and a canceled meeting, along with payroll and claims packets. Furthermore, the consent agenda schedules a Public Hearing for the Master Cable Franchise Agreement. Business items on the agenda involve an update from the Pool Manager regarding the Cashmere City Pool and consideration of an Agreement for Independent Contractor Services with North Central Educational Service District 171.

The Cashmere City Council meeting covered several key items. A report was given on a Community Assistance Visit from FEMA regarding floodplain management. An agreement was approved for housing inmates at the Chelan County Regional Justice Center, with an annual cost of $28,789.32. The council adopted Ordinance No. 1256, approving the 2017 budget of $7,651,481. Progress reports were given, indicating staff was working on closing out projects for the year.

The council meeting addressed several key issues, including the approval of Ordinance No. 1224 for the issuance of Water and Sewer Improvement and Refunding Revenue Bonds. The 2014 Emergency Management Agreement was approved, along with proposed amendments to Title 13 Public Utilities, focusing on utility billing and delinquency/termination dates and fees. An interagency agreement for fire protection services was discussed and authorized for finalization and signing. A progress report on the upcoming Corridor Study was presented, outlining its three phases.

The council meeting addressed a citizen's concern regarding city ordinances on recreational vehicle parking. Discussion on future city revenues focused on potential new tax sources, including REET 2 and a Transportation Benefit District sales tax, to address increasing public safety costs. Progress reports included updates on cemetery tree removal, lead service line inventory completion, and grant applications for street projects.

The council meeting included updates on the city pool, which will offer open swim, aerobics, and swim lessons. An agreement with the North Central Educational Service District (NCESD) for internship reimbursement was approved. Progress reports covered vegetation management, installation of a new play center, SCADA, and road maintenance. Discussion also included the upcoming Comprehensive Plan due June 26th, 2025, and a meeting with the planning commission was scheduled before October to discuss it.