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1 month ago

Sequim residents praise immigrant-support proclamation, urge data-privacy safeguards During public comment at the Feb. 23 meeting, residents thanked the council for a proclamation supporting immigrant neighbors and several speakers asked the city to clarify policies on municipal utility subscriber data and staff training; allegations about ICE actions were raised by a commenter and were not adjudicated during the meeting.

Sequim residents passionately voiced their support for immigrant communities while demanding clarity on data privacy policies in a recent council meeting.

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1 month ago

Sequim council reviews major rewrite of land-division rules, schedules March public hearing At a Feb. 23 first touch, Sequim staff outlined a comprehensive rewrite of Title 17 (land divisions) and a new Chapter 18.21 addressing housing mandates from the state, including unit-lot subdivisions, expanded minor-subdivision administrative review, and ADU rule changes; council voted to waive a second touch and proceed to a March 23 public hearing.

Sequim is set to revolutionize its land-division rules with a comprehensive rewrite that promotes more accessible housing options and streamlined processes for developers.

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1 month ago

Sequim planning staff preview FLUM and zoning changes aimed at easing housing and clarifying public zones Senior Planner Travis Simmons presented a redline draft of Sequim's 2025 comprehensive‑plan update and a proposed future land‑use map that includes consolidating public designations, modest density increases in low‑density residential, code paths for supportive housing, and targeted CMU redesignations to encourage housing near jobs.

Sequim's planning staff is set to unveil crucial updates to the 2025 comprehensive plan, aiming to clarify public zones and boost housing opportunities in the city!

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1 month ago

WCIA warns Sequim council of rising liability costs, urges caution on personnel, land‑use and social media Washington Cities Insurance Authority deputy director Rob Roscoe told the Sequim City Council that rising verdicts and tighter reinsurance markets are driving higher municipal insurance costs and recommended clear boundaries for council involvement in personnel, land‑use and social media to reduce exposure.

Rising jury awards and tighter reinsurance markets are pushing municipal liability costs to alarming heights, prompting urgent advice for city councils on how to protect themselves.

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1 month ago

Sequim planning commission adopts draft supplemental housing code ahead of full zoning rewrite; public hearing set Feb. 17 The Sequim Planning Commission reviewed proposed supplemental housing-code updates to align local rules with recent Washington state housing legislation, covering ADU limits and sizes, parking changes, supportive and temporary religious housing rules, and a process for affordable-housing exceptions; a public hearing is scheduled for Feb. 17.

Sequim is taking bold steps to reshape its housing landscape with new codes that could redefine living options, including accessory dwelling units and innovative supportive housing solutions.

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2 months ago

Staff presents aggressive schedule for Sequim comprehensive‑plan release and walks commission through Title 17 land‑division rewrite City planning staff told the commission Jan. 6 that a Planning Commission redline will lead to an April 1 public release of the draft comprehensive plan, with a target to meet a June 30 state deadline; staff also reviewed a comprehensive rewrite of Title 17 covering land-division standards, boundary adjustments, minor subdivisions and new unit‑lot subdivisions limited to nine lots.

Sequim's Planning Commission is gearing up for a game-changing comprehensive plan, with significant updates to land division standards and a bold timeline leading to a public release on April 1, 2026!

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2 months ago

Residents urge Sequim council to explore subsidized rides and microtransit for seniors Multiple residents asked the council to study options such as ride-hailing vouchers or extending microtransit to areas currently ineligible, citing high ride costs and an aging local population.

Sequim residents are rallying for affordable transportation options for seniors, citing rising costs and safety concerns as they push for change in their community.

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2 months ago

Sequim council approves Amendment 1 to Criminal Justice Services interlocal agreement; councilor recuses Council approved Amendment 1 to the Criminal Justice Services interlocal agreement after Councilor Brandon removed himself from the room and recused; motion passed with no opposition recorded.

The Sequim council unanimously approved Amendment 1 to the Criminal Justice Services interlocal agreement, but not without a councilor stepping back due to a potential conflict of interest.

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2 months ago

Sequim planning commissioners review draft 2025 housing chapter, discuss AMI, incentives and coordination with Clallam County At its Nov. 18 meeting the Sequim Planning Commission examined the draft housing chapter of the 2025 Comprehensive Plan, asking staff to define AMI in the narrative, to show dollar AMI values, and reviewing proposed incentives (an "affordable housing exceptions" code, multifamily tax-exemption options) and coordination with Clallam County on urban growth area allocations; no formal land-use decisions were taken.

Sequim's Planning Commission is taking bold steps to redefine affordable housing by clarifying income metrics and proposing new incentives to boost development—what's next for the city's housing future?

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3 months ago

Consultants: Sequim needs 1,850 new homes by 2045; recommend zoning, fee and partnership changes Leland Consulting told a joint Sequim City Council and Planning Commission session that Sequim must plan for 1,850 new housing units by 2045 to meet state targets, and recommended zoning changes, fee updates and incentives to spur multifamily and below‑market housing while monitoring short‑term rentals.

Sequim faces a critical housing crunch, needing 1,850 new units by 2045, but regulatory barriers stand in the way of progress.

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3 months ago

Report urges Sequim to extend tourism season, target wood products and lab‑linked R&D Leland Consulting highlighted tourism seasonality as a constraint and recommended strategies to extend visitation, while identifying higher‑wage sector opportunities (wood products, beverage production, lab‑adjacent R&D) and land‑use changes to support small craft/flex industrial space.

Sequim's economic future hinges on diversifying beyond tourism, with potential in wood products and clean-energy research—are we ready to embrace change?

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3 months ago

Sequim staff say city can absorb 27 emergency housing beds; council to consider concurrence with Clallam County Commissioners heard staff say Clallam County lacks nonresidential zoning in the UGA for 27 emergency housing beds and requested Sequim consider a reallocation into city limits; staff will brief City Council and seek authorization to send a concurrence letter.

Sequim's city council is poised to decide whether to absorb 27 emergency housing beds from Clallam County, potentially reshaping local support for those in need.

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3 months ago

Sequim Planning Commission reviews draft transportation chapter, targets signal upgrades and Prairie Street complete-streets project The Planning Commission examined the draft transportation chapter for Sequim's comprehensive plan, focusing on vehicular LOS standards, new pedestrian/bicycle 'level of stress' metrics, signal‑timing and cabinet upgrades, a multi‑phase Prairie Street complete‑streets project (estimated $8.5M+), and options to fund improvements including impact-fee updates and Transportation Benefit District bonding.

The Sequim Planning Commission is reshaping the future of transportation with ambitious upgrades and new metrics to enhance safety for all road users.

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3 months ago

Sequim planners advance draft housing chapter, propose incentives and MFTE to spur middle housing The Sequim Planning Commission reviewed the draft 2025 housing chapter, asked staff to add an AMI definition and dollar amounts, and discussed code incentives — an 'affordable housing exceptions' section, multifamily tax exemptions and modest city funds to encourage middle and affordable housing.

Sequim's Planning Commission is championing a new housing strategy that promises to boost affordability and clarity for residents, but what does that mean for the community?

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3 months ago

Sequim Planning Commission reviews Transportation chapter draft, keeps vehicular LOS D citywide; signal, multimodal upgrades planned The Sequim Planning Commission reviewed a draft Transportation chapter of the 2025 comprehensive plan, retained a citywide vehicular level‑of‑service (LOS) D with Washington Street set at a lower standard downtown, and heard staff timelines for signal cabinet upgrades, Prairie Street complete‑streets work and multimodal 'level of stress' mapping.

Sequim's Planning Commission is gearing up for major transportation upgrades, keeping the city’s vehicular service levels in check while introducing multimodal measures for safer streets!

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4 months ago

Sequim council agrees to endorse county's request to move 27 emergency shelter beds into city limits Clallam County DCD requested that 27 emergency housing shelter beds be reallocated from the Sequim unincorporated urban growth area to Sequim city limits; county and city staff said the city has paper capacity and recommended a letter of concurrence. Council authorized the city manager to send the concurrence letter so the county can amend Resolution 101 (2024).

Sequim City Council has taken a significant step to address emergency housing needs by proposing the relocation of 27 shelter beds into city limits, paving the way for enhanced support and resources.

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4 months ago

Sequim receives comprehensive plan update; council refines legislative agenda and flags WCIA insurance priorities Staff updated council on progress toward a Sequim-specific comprehensive plan, land-use and housing chapters, and required appendices. Council also reviewed a two-sided legislative cheat-sheet, discussed WCIA/WCA insurance concerns about joint-and-several liability and nuclear verdicts, and sought to make the US-101 East SIMDARS exchange language more urgent in the city's legislative materials.

Sequim's city council is gearing up for a crucial legislative push, focusing on safety and housing needs while tackling rising insurance challenges—are you ready to learn more?

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4 months ago

Sequim report: consultants say city needs more housing, zoning fixes and to plan for tourism seasonality Leland Consulting Group told the Sequim City Council and Planning Commission that Sequim needs new housing to meet state targets, faces barriers including high impact fees and permitting complexity, and has economic opportunities in tourism, health care and specialized manufacturing; staff and commissioners were directed to begin code changes and public outreach.

Sequim is at a crossroads: a recent analysis reveals a pressing need for more housing options to meet state targets and accommodate its booming tourism economy.

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4 months ago

Sequim council approves 1% property‑tax levy increase, passes resolution 6–1 Sequim City Council adopted the 2026 regular property‑tax levy, including the 1% allowable increase, in a 6–1 roll call vote after a staff presentation laid out the projected $19,000 yield from the levy and additional receipts from new construction and refunds that together raise total receipts by about $50,000.

Sequim City Council has approved a 1% property tax increase, anticipating a $50,000 boost in revenue to enhance vital city services!

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4 months ago

Sequim council approves application for $1.68M CDBG grant to build sidewalks, curb and street lights in Flores Acres The council voted unanimously to complete a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application seeking $1,683,654 to fund curb, gutter, sidewalks, street lighting and storm drainage on the interior loop of Flores Acres; staff said the package of grants and a forgivable loan will bring more than $6M to the neighborhood and repayable local costs would be handled via a proposed ULID.

Sequim City Council just approved a $1.68 million grant application to transform Flores Acres with new sidewalks, curb, and street lights—part of a $6 million project that will enhance the entire community!

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5 months ago

Sequim adopts Clallam County multi‑jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan update to preserve FEMA grant eligibility Council adopted the countywide 2024 multi‑jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan update (including a Sequim annex) required by FEMA to maintain eligibility for federal mitigation funding; the annex lists 29 mitigation actions including fuel, seismic and generator priorities.

Sequim City Council has officially adopted a crucial hazard mitigation plan update, ensuring federal funding eligibility and outlining 29 vital actions to enhance community resilience.

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5 months ago

Residents urge Sequim to extend moratorium on Seabrook/West Bay project, citing water, traffic and habitat worries Multiple residents used public comment to oppose the proposed Seabrook/West Bay (John Wayne Marina) development, submitting petitions and arguing the 600‑unit plan would strain wells, roads and sensitive shoreline habitat; speakers asked council to uphold or extend the moratorium and to require fuller SEPA/traffic/water analyses.

Residents are rallying against the proposed Seabrook West Bay development, fearing it will exacerbate water shortages, worsen traffic, and jeopardize fragile fish habitats.

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8 months ago

John Wayne Enterprises Advocates for Resort Development Near Sequim Marina John Wayne Enterprises seeks support for a master planned resort near John Wayne Marina.

A crucial debate is unfolding in Sequim over a master-planned resort that could redefine the city's future, balancing historical legacy with new opportunities.

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8 months ago

City Council Approves Emergency Moratorium on Master Planned Overlay Applications The council enacts a moratorium to review processes related to master planned overlays.

Sequim City Council takes a bold step by approving an emergency moratorium on master planned overlay applications to ensure better development processes for the future of the community.

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8 months ago

Sequim City Council Adopts 2026-2031 Transportation Improvement Plan Council approves funding for multiple street maintenance and safety improvement projects.

Sequim City Council is set to transform local infrastructure with a bold new plan focusing on road safety and maintenance, investing over $1.2 million in critical projects!

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9 months ago

Ecology Department updates guidance on critical aquifer recharge areas for Sequim Ecology prepares to revise Critical Area Ordinance using updated CARA guidance for Sequim.

Sequim is taking bold steps to protect its water resources by revamping its Critical Area Ordinance to align with new state guidance on aquifer recharge areas.

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9 months ago

Utility Rate Increase Proposed to Ensure Clean Water Services Officials propose a 5.5% utility rate increase to maintain clean water services.

Sequim City Council is proposing a crucial 5.5% utility rate increase to ensure clean and safe water services for residents—will they make the right choice for the community's future?

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9 months ago

City Council announces Civic Plaza's bridal event set for 28th City Council invites public to participate in the Bridal event at Civic Plaza.

Excitement is brewing in Sequim as the city council gears up for the fifth anniversary of the Bridal Festival, inviting everyone to celebrate community spirit on June 28th!

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9 months ago

School board welcomes Cassie Montero as new junior representative Cassie Montero joins the school board while graduations and banquets celebrate student achievements.

Exciting changes are on the horizon for Sequim as new school board junior rep Cassie Montero steps up, and the city tackles pressing issues like affordable housing and traffic safety!

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9 months ago

Sequim City Council proposes water and utility rate increases over five years Council recommends 3% annual increase to utility rates following detailed financial analysis.

Sequim City Council is proposing significant utility rate increases to ensure reliable city services, impacting residents' monthly bills over the next five years.

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