City Of Kennewick City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The council recognized the Big Bro Joe Foundation and celebrated Community Planning Month with official proclamations. Key business included the awarding of contracts for prosecution services, asphalt patching, and wastewater biosolids removal, alongside the acceptance of various completed street overlay projects. The council also approved an updated Master Fee Schedule for emergency ambulance and concealed pistol license fees, and finalized a zoning change for a property on W. Clearwater Avenue. A public hearing concerning the potential surplus of Yelm Park resulted in a decision to postpone consideration, while a separate hearing for the vacation of a utility easement on W. 24th Avenue was approved.
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The City Council meeting included presentations on two main topics. The first was a comprehensive update on water, sewer, and storm utility rates, including a review of the rate-setting process, financial forecasts for 2027-2032, and recommendations for rate adjustments to support operations and capital improvements. The second topic was an overview of the proposed 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Program, which detailed anticipated funding sources such as taxes, grants, and bond proceeds, alongside proposed expenditures for transportation, parks, facilities, and public safety projects.
Sep 1, 2026·Board meeting
City of Kennewick City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The council meeting addressed various administrative and legislative matters, including public concerns regarding traffic safety and business development. Actions taken included the approval of consent items such as claims, payroll, artwork selection for traffic utility boxes, and a professional services agreement for the Columbia Park Bridge Replacement Project. The council adopted several ordinances related to the Historic Preservation Commission, the Parks and Recreation Commission, ordinance enactment procedures, and zoning changes for two specific properties. Additionally, a final update regarding the City Hall Replacement Project was provided.
Aug 25, 2026·Board meeting
City of Kennewick City Council Workshop Meeting
The council conducted a workshop to review the 2027/2028 biennial budget, which included a presentation of budget assumptions and a comprehensive staff report. No formal actions were taken during this session.
