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4 days ago

Snoqualmie council holds first readings on noise and tax code changes, debates stormwater rules for Snoqualmie Mill and approves extra legal spending Council heard first readings of ordinances on compression brakes and B&O tax code updates, discussed a stormwater utility change that could suspend fees for certain previously disturbed parcels (notably Snoqualmie Mill), and voted to add funds for outside legal counsel and amend the biennial budget to cover legal needs.

The Snoqualmie City Council is shaking things up with new noise regulations, tax code updates, and a potential stormwater fee suspension for Snoqualmie Mill—big changes are on the horizon!

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4 days ago

Snoqualmie residents press council to pause proposed battery storage project; council schedules special meeting Residents raised safety, land‑use and transparency concerns about a proposed utility‑scale battery energy storage project near the Mount Sai Substation. The council debated but rejected a formal request for a full environmental-impact study and instead scheduled a special roundtable with an executive session to continue work.

Snoqualmie residents are rallying for a pause on a controversial battery energy storage project, citing serious safety and environmental concerns that could impact the community forever.

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1 week ago

Committee moves stormwater code amendment for Snoqualmie Mill to full council The Community Development Committee reviewed an ordinance to treat some "previously disturbed" parcels as undeveloped — exempting them temporarily from stormwater rates if they meet three conditions — a change staff said would reduce fees for Snoqualmie Mill Ventures but could raise later GFC receipts and has modest net modeled effects through 2030.

Snoqualmie Mill Ventures may see a significant drop in stormwater rates as a new ordinance allows certain previously disturbed parcels to be classified as undeveloped—could this change reshape local development?

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1 month ago

Police say every officer will complete 40-hour crisis-intervention training this year; county funding helps schedule classes Snoqualmie's police leaders told the Public Safety Committee they aim to have all officers complete a 40-hour crisis-intervention training course by the end of the year, using King County-funded classes to reduce local costs; the department reported crisis-related calls were a small share of total call volume.

Snoqualmie's police are on a mission to have every officer trained in crisis intervention by year-end, all while trimming costs with county funding!

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1 month ago

Committee considers ordinance to allow automated traffic cameras in Snoqualmie school zones The City of Snoqualmie Public Safety Committee reviewed ordinance 26-004 to permit automated traffic-safety cameras in three school zones (two cameras each). Councilmembers raised privacy and governance concerns; the administration said police — not vendors — would issue citations and staff will return with vendor proposals and numbers.

Snoqualmie's Public Safety Committee is debating a new ordinance to introduce automated traffic cameras in school zones, raising concerns over privacy and enforcement practices.

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1 month ago

City committee hears plans for King Street, Snoqualmie Parkway railroad crossing safety upgrades City staff and the Northwest Railway Museum outlined a federally funded project to upgrade signals, add sidewalks and replace a 12-inch water main at two Snoqualmie railroad crossings. Work is tentatively scheduled for mid-2026 and would require multi-day full closures and detours.

Major safety upgrades are coming to the King Street and Snoqualmie Parkway railroad crossings, promising improved access and reduced collisions starting May 2026!

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie committee backs ordinance to authorize school‑zone speed cameras, sends AB 26‑004 to full council After public testimony and a police presentation showing high rates of speeding in school zones, the Snoqualmie Public Safety Committee agreed without objection to forward ordinance AB 26‑004 (adding Chapter 10.13 on automated traffic safety cameras) to the full council for consideration; officials said vendor selection, costs and contract terms will follow.

Snoqualmie's Public Safety Committee just took a major step towards enhancing school zone safety by recommending automated traffic cameras to curb speeding!

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie committee prioritizes comp-plan rezoning and affordable-housing retention amid staffing constraints At a Snoqualmie Community Development Committee meeting, members prioritized a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning of the ridge to meet a PSRC conditional-certification deadline, emphasized retaining existing affordable housing, and asked staff to return with resource needs and timelines.

Snoqualmie's Community Development Committee is racing against the clock to revamp its zoning plans while safeguarding affordable housing—how will they balance these urgent priorities?

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2 months ago

Council hears economic boost numbers tied to wedding guide and Twin Peaks tourism Council member Cotton told Snoqualmie council that a new wedding guide increased local bookings from about 40 to over 400 per year (cited $10 million impact) and estimated Twin Peaks–related tourism could contribute about $12 million; the council flagged merchant concerns and shoulder-season impacts.

Snoqualmie's new wedding guide skyrocketed local bookings from 40 to over 400 a year, driving a staggering $10 million boost to the economy—plus Twin Peaks tourism is raking in another $12 million!

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2 months ago

Mayor Mayhew urges community-driven priorities as Snoqualmie planners set 2026 work plan; chair and vice chair re-elected Snoqualmie’s new mayor told the Planning Commission he wants the community to help set top priorities for 2026, while commissioners and staff identified a comp plan amendment, zoning-map update, climate-element timing, wireless code and historic-preservation work as key tasks. The commission re-elected its chair and vice chair by voice vote.

Mayor Brian Mayhew is calling on Snoqualmie residents to shape the city's future priorities, emphasizing collaboration over a top-down approach for 2026!

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie and North Bend joint statement affirms local noncooperation with federal immigration enforcement At a Feb. 2 Snoqualmie Public Safety Committee meeting the chair read a Jan. 27 joint statement from the cities of North Bend and Snoqualmie and the Snoqualmie Police Department saying local officers will not assist ICE or ask about residents' immigration status; staff will return with legal analysis and a proposed consent placement.

Snoqualmie and North Bend have taken a bold stand, declaring that local police will not assist ICE or inquire about immigration status, reinforcing their commitment to community safety for all.

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2 months ago

City engineers: Snoqualmie Valley Hospital project requires BP pump station wet-well expansion Engineers told the Parks and Public Works Committee that Snoqualmie Valley Hospital’s planned expansion will exceed the Business Park pump station’s capacity, and recommended adding wet-well storage. The hospital is expected to reimburse design and construction costs, and staff aim to bid by the end of the month.

Snoqualmie Valley Hospital's expansion could push the Business Park pump station to its limits, but city engineers have a plan to ensure it doesn't overflow!

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie committee hears Verra Mobility presentation after three‑day speed study; council asks staff for privacy and capacity details The Public Safety Committee received a Verra Mobility presentation on automated school‑zone speed enforcement based on a three‑day speed survey. The vendor proposed a fixed camera system and back‑office processing with no upfront cost; council members pressed staff on data storage, subpoena risk, officer workload and alternatives such as traffic‑calming measures.

Snoqualmie's Public Safety Committee is exploring automated school-zone speed enforcement after shocking survey results showed cars hitting 93 mph near an elementary school!

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2 months ago

Committee hears that 19 low-income units were sold as council seeks housing priorities and expert briefings Snoqualmie's Community Development Committee discussed a broad affordable-housing agenda, including retaining existing stock after the mayor said a developer purchased 19 low-income units with eviction notices issued; council asked staff to recirculate prior RFP materials and convene experts to guide priorities.

Snoqualmie's mayor reveals devastating news: 19 low-income housing units are being converted to market-rate, displacing families in the process.

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie mayor says associate planner post advertised as city develops broader CD staffing plan Snoqualmie officials told the Community Development Committee that the city has revised and posted an associate planner job to address immediate workloads and will return with a phased staffing plan; Director Davis was praised for keeping daily operations running amid turnover.

Snoqualmie is taking action to strengthen its Community Development Department by advertising for an associate planner, a vital step towards enhancing city operations and supporting residents.

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2 months ago

Finance director says flood costs posted to reserve fund; federal aid could cover ~75% Finance Director Boutet told the committee the city has posted 2025 flood-related costs to its reserve fund and will present options to replenish it in the biennial budget; Boutet estimated federal disaster assistance could cover roughly 75% of eligible costs and described the current preliminary estimate as subject to change.

The city is bracing for financial fallout from the 2025 flood, with estimates suggesting federal aid could cover up to 75% of the costs, but uncertainty looms over the final numbers.

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie EDC readies top-10 priorities for joint session with North Bend; tourism, broadband and business costs raised Commissioners began compiling a ‘top 10’ list to present at a Feb. 18 joint meeting with North Bend; members and the chamber highlighted tourism initiatives, broadband and rising operating costs for small businesses as immediate priorities.

Snoqualmie's Economic Development Commission is gearing up to tackle pressing issues like workforce housing and tourism at their upcoming joint meeting with North Bend—what priorities will make the final cut?

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie adopts legislative priorities after debate over police-pursuit language and crisis-intervention funding Council adopted a set of legislative priorities as amended, after heated debate about whether to expand crimes eligible for police pursuit and revisions to language on crisis-intervention training; a proposed strike of 'and some property crimes' from police-pursuit language failed on a roll-call vote.

Snoqualmie City Council sparks heated debate over police-pursuit policies and crisis-intervention funding in a pivotal legislative meeting.

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2 months ago

Commission hears call for UGA education as affordable-housing mandates reshape local planning A chamber representative urged the Snoqualmie Economic Development Commission to host a primer on the urban growth area and state housing mandates after commissioners and council liaison described tighter growth targets and affordability challenges.

As the community grapples with tighter growth targets and affordable housing challenges, a chamber representative is calling for an essential briefing on the Urban Growth Area to empower local leaders with the knowledge they need.

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2 months ago

Residents ask Snoqualmie City Council to prepare policies for possible ICE operations Residents urged the council to review city policies and preparedness for potential ICE enforcement in the Snoqualmie Valley, requesting clearer staff guidance, protections for protests, disclosure about surveillance technology and community training; the mayor said the city does not use Flock camera technology.

Residents of Snoqualmie are calling on the city council to take action and prepare for possible ICE enforcement, raising urgent concerns about community safety and rights.

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie outlines River Trail progress; construction begun, limited flood impacts reported City parks staff told the Economic Development Commission the River Trail construction began in November, work survived a recent flood with only modest silt-fence and foundation repairs needed, and officials expect visible summer progress toward opening.

Snoqualmie's River Trail is making strides despite recent flooding, with visible progress expected by summer—get ready to explore beautiful new paths!

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie committee backs sending Seattle‑IFIT addendum to council after debate on resources and workload The Public Safety Committee voted to forward AB 25‑127, an addendum allowing Seattle to join the Independent Force Investigation Team (IFIT), to the full council for a regular agenda. Officials said Seattle adds investigative resources but Snoqualmie will still pay its detective’s time under the mutual‑aid arrangement.

Snoqualmie's Public Safety Committee just voted to enhance local investigative resources by allowing Seattle to join the Independent Force Investigation Team, but what does this mean for staffing and budgets?

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2 months ago

Snoqualmie council authorizes addendum to let Seattle join King County independent force investigation team Council unanimously authorized the mayor to sign an addendum allowing Seattle Police to join the King County Independent Force Investigation Team (iFIT KC); interim Chief Gary Horace said state law requires independent investigations when deadly force causes death or substantial bodily harm.

Snoqualmie City Council just made a major move to enhance public safety by allowing Seattle Police to join the King County Independent Force Investigation Team!

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3 months ago

Snoqualmie council ratifies emergency proclamation tied to Dec. 10 flood, praises staff response The council unanimously approved Resolution No. 1742 to ratify an emergency proclamation dated Dec. 10, 2025, and council members praised staff and volunteers for emergency response actions including a two-day EOC activation and debris removal efforts.

Snoqualmie's City Council has officially ratified an emergency proclamation following a devastating flood, highlighting the commendable rapid response of city staff and volunteers.

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3 months ago

Snoqualmie committee reviews December flood costs, discusses ratifying mayor's emergency proclamation The Finance & Administration Committee discussed a resolution to ratify the mayor's December emergency proclamation, heard staff estimates of roughly $320,000 (direct) to $520,000 (including repairs) in city costs from the storm, and outlined steps and deadlines for state and federal reimbursement.

Snoqualmie's Finance & Administration Committee is diving deep into the financial fallout from December's atmospheric river, estimating costs up to $520,000 and navigating the path for federal aid.

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4 months ago

Committee to pursue PSRC conditional certification while updating zoning and housing capacity The Community Development Committee agreed to place a resolution on the council consent agenda that signals the city's intent to meet conditions of a Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) conditional certification allowing continued eligibility for transportation funding while the city updates its comprehensive plan, buildable lands analysis and zoning map to document capacity for assigned housing targets.

Snoqualmie's Community Development Committee is taking bold steps to meet new housing targets while securing vital transportation funding, but challenges lie ahead!

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4 months ago

Commissioners press for numbers on chamber-backed tourism funding proposal The Economic Development Commission revisited a chamber-led proposal for sustainable tourism funding (possible beverage assessment or benefit district) and asked the chamber and council for clearer options, impact analyses and implementation details before making a recommendation.

Commissioners are demanding clarity on a chamber-led tourism funding proposal that could reshape the financial landscape for local businesses in Snoqualmie.

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4 months ago

River trail nears completion as city outlines soft‑techniques for bank stabilization Crews are finishing clearing and gravel work for the River Trail with two prefabricated pedestrian bridges and an estimated 30–45 days to immediate completion; city staff said they prefer “soft” stabilization techniques and are coordinating with the county, Fish & Wildlife and the tribe on Meadowbrook revetment options and a Sandy Cove project bid.

Exciting progress is underway as crews race to complete the River Trail with new pedestrian bridges and eco-friendly bank stabilization techniques!

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4 months ago

Committee hears King County crisis‑care center update; East zone includes Snoqualmie, operators sought in RFP round Council member Cotton briefed the committee on King County’s levy-funded crisis care centers: five facilities by 2030 (one already open in Kirkland), an East zone that includes Snoqualmie, staffing estimates of 120–140 per facility, and an RFP timeline with operator procurement expected to be evaluated in April–May; transportation reimbursement and community engagement were flagged as outstanding issues.

King County is rolling out five crisis care centers by 2030, with the first already open in Kirkland, promising 24/7 behavioral health support for all—insurance not required!

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5 months ago

LTAC recommends $7,500 for Snoqualmie Days after debate over marketing reach The Snoqualmie Lodging Tax Advisory Committee voted to recommend $7,500 in lodging-tax marketing funds for Snoqualmie Days, while members raised concerns about limited lodging-tax dollars, timing constraints, and ensuring funds benefit both downtown and Ridge businesses.

Snoqualmie Days is set to receive $7,500 in lodging-tax marketing funds, but can it truly boost local business in a World Cup year?

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