The City's Code Enforcement Officer is responsible to enforce the civil provisions of Issaquah Municipal Code. This often includes enforcement of the following issues: • Construction without issued permits (accessory structures (sheds, decks), mechanical (a/c units, heat pumps, hot water heaters, etc)), plumbing, interior and exterior remodels and additions • Zoning violations (sign code, setbacks, vehicle storage, home occupations) • Land Use (grading and/or clearing, paving, new impervious surfaces) • Environmental (critical area encroachment, land alterations) • Unpermitted Tree removal • Graffiti • Junk or inoperable vehicles • Accumulation of rubbish, garbage: potential to attract rodents • Violations on privately owned property, can be residential or commercial (except for sign code violations on public property)
The Small Business Flex Fund is a low-interest loan program initially capitalized by the State of Washington. The Flex Fund distributes the loans through local Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). These CDFIs provide not only the loan, but also technical assistance that will help businesses take full advantage of the opportunity.
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WSDOT Transportation Demand Management/Commute Trip Reduction Agreement
AB 8408
In compliance with the Washington Clean Air Act, Chap. 70A.15 RCW, local governments and major employers (as defined by RCW 70.A.15.4000) are required to develop and implement CTR plans to reduce air pollution, traffic congestion, and fuel consumption by encouraging commuters to use sustainable modes of transportation, such as buses, carpools, vanpools, bicycles, and walking instead of single occupancy vehicles. Each local government with impacted major employers must prove through its CTR program implementation how it is supporting the major employers in implementation and reporting of annual efforts to the State.
Significant water quality impacts from bacteria pollution have been documented within the Issaquah Creek watershed and State thresholds have historically been exceeded.
8. REGULAR BUSINESS
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2023-2028 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
AB 8331
RCW 35.77.010 requires all cities to develop and adopt a six-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) consistent with the comprehensive plan. State law requires the City review and update its TIP every year, following one or more public hearings. The deadline for adoption is July 1. Within 30 days of adoption, the TIP is required to be filed with the Washington State Secretary of Transportation. The TIP is a planning document that allows the State to identify the financial needs to support transportation within the state.
Roll call:
Moved by HALL · seconded by JOE
In favor: Barbara de Michele, Zach Hall, Victoria Hunt, Russell Joe, Tola Marts, Chris Reh, Lindsey Walsh (Attended Virtually)
An Equity Framework is a tool utilized to analyze proposed policies, programs, and budgetary decisions to ensure that those decisions do not have unintended adverse consequences on marginalized groups.
Roll call:
Moved by HALL · seconded by DE MICHELE
In favor: Barbara de Michele, Zach Hall, Victoria Hunt, Russell Joe, Tola Marts, Chris Reh, Lindsey Walsh (Attended Virtually)
Confirmed the Mayor's appointment of Paula Schwan as Police Chief for the City of Issaquah effective immediately. . Following the confirmation, Mayor Pauly swore in Paula Schwan as Police Chief. AUDIENCE COMMENTS The following public comments were provided: • Nathan Bosseler, resident and business o…
Moved by HALL · seconded by MARTS
Carried 7-0
In favor: Barbara de Michele, Zach Hall, Victoria Hunt, Russell Joe, Tola Marts, Chris Reh, Lindsey Walsh (Attended Virtually)
Approve Resolution No. 2022-10, adopting a Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and directing the same to be filed with the State Secretary of Transportation. . b)
Moved by HALL · seconded by JOE
Carried 7-0
In favor: Barbara de Michele, Zach Hall, Victoria Hunt, Russell Joe, Tola Marts, Chris Reh, Lindsey Walsh (Attended Virtually)
Direct the Administration to proceed with implementation of the Equity Framework as recommended by the Equity Board. .
Moved by HALL · seconded by DE MICHELE
Carried 7-0
In favor: Barbara de Michele, Zach Hall, Victoria Hunt, Russell Joe, Tola Marts, Chris Reh, Lindsey Walsh (Attended Virtually)