Scott Larson

This report evaluates the equity impacts of installing automated school zone enforcement cameras in the City of Orting, Washington. It analyzes financial implications, benefits to the city, and the potential for reducing bias-based policing, through the lenses of livability, affordability, accessibility, education, and environmental health. The primary objective is to improve traffic and pedestrian safety while ensuring equitable implementation.

The agenda includes items such as roll call, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the agenda. It also covers public comments on items not listed on the agenda, a joint board consent agenda, and a consent agenda for Central Pierce Fire & Rescue. Further discussion will include standing committee reports, unfinished business related to board policy on compensation philosophy and classification programs, new business, and considerations and requests related to the 2026 Salary Schedules. The agenda also involves staff, local firefighter's association, and fire chief reports, correspondence, oath of office for commissioners, nomination of 2026 board of commissioners co-chairs, and commissioner comments.

The ordinance relates to the annual budget for the fiscal year 2026, adopting the City of Orting 2026 budget, adopting the job classification and pay ranges for employees, providing for severability, and establishing an effective date. It includes the adoption of the 2026 budget, fund reserves, a summary of revenues and appropriations, and job classifications and pay ranges for city employees.

The City Council approved a resolution declaring a public purpose and authorizing a grant of funds to the Orting Valley Farmers Market. The grant is intended to support the operation of the Orting Farmers Market, which provides a venue for farmers and crafters to share their goods with the community and tourists. The council finds that funding this organization promotes community participation, health, safety, and welfare, and serves valid municipal purposes such as attracting business, promoting volunteerism, and community participation.

The agenda includes discussions on board organization, naming conventions, and the strategic plan. New business items feature the Sourcewell Agreement and Resolution 25-03 regarding the appointment of an agent to receive claims, as well as a contract extension for South Pierce Fire & Rescue. Additionally, the agenda covers a retiree medical request, directorate reports, and employee recognition letters. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate acquisition and employee performance.