On the agenda: Longview City Council Regular Meeting - Thursday — PUBLIC SAFETY CAMERA (Sep 10)

City of Longview

1525 Broadway
Longview, WA 98632
www.ci.longview.wa.us

Agenda

City Council
Mayor Erik Halvorson
Mayor Pro Tem Keith Young
Council Member Chris Bryant
Council Member Mike Claxton
Council Member Ruth Kendall
Council Member Kalei LaFave
Council Member Wayne Nichols

Thursday, September 10, 2026

6:00 PM

2nd Floor, City Hall

The City Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities. Special equipment to assist the hearing impaired is
also available. Please contact the City Executive Office at 360.442.5004 at least 48 hours in advance if you
require special accommodations to attend the meeting.
If you are participating virtually, you may submit written comments to the City Clerk’s Office with the
subject line “Public Comment for Disbursement to City Council.”
Virtual attendees may comment verbally during public hearings only and is only permitted for registered
attendees. To participate, please contact the Clerk’s Office in advance. Use the “raise hand” feature during
the hearing, and the Clerk will unmute participants in the order received. If calling in by phone, dial star - 9
to raise your hand.
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1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

INVOCATION*/FLAG SALUTE
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JOSH WENZEK, NORTHLAKE CHURCH

3.

ROLL CALL

4.

CHANGES /REVISIONS TO THE AGENDA

5.

AWARDS

6.

CONSTITUENTS' COMMENTS - NON-AGENDA ITEMS (Thirty Minutes)

7.

PRESENTATIONS

8.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

9.

CONSTITUENTS' COMMENTS - AGENDA ITEMS (Thirty Minutes)

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10.

BOARD & COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

11.

ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS

12.

CONSENT CALENDAR
26-00695

APPROVAL OF AUGUST 25, 2026 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND SEPTEMBER 3,
2026 SPECIAL MEETING/WORKSHOP MINUTES

26-00696

APPROVAL OF CLAIMS

26-00803

SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT DISTRICT FUNDING OPTION
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
SET PUBLIC HEARING ON OCTOBER 8, 2026 TO CONSIDER TRANSPORTATION
BENEFIT DISTRICT FUNDING OPTION

13.

MAYOR'S REPORT

14.

COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS

15.

CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
26-00728

QUOTE REVIEW – MINT VALLEY ROOF EVALUATION BY WEATHERHOLT AND
ASSOCIATES, INC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH WEATHERHOLT
AND ASSOCIATES, INC FOR ROOF EVALUATION AND DESIGN SERVICES

26-00804

LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AND FUNDING REQUESTS
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
SEEKING DIRECTION ON PROJECT AND POLICY PRIORITIES

16.

MISCELLANEOUS

17.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

18.

ADJOURNMENT

* Any invocation that may be offered at the Council meeting shall be the voluntary offering
of a private citizen, to and for the benefit of the Council. The views or beliefs expressed by
the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Council,
and the Council does not endorse the religious beliefs or views of this, or any other
speaker.
NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.

NEXT SPECIAL COUNCIL WORKSHOP:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 – 6:00 P.M. – BUDGET, TRAINING ROOM

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City Council

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September 10, 2026

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Agenda Summary
APPROVAL OF AUGUST 25, 2026 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 SPECIAL
MEETING/WORKSHOP MINUTES
Based upon the authentication and certification of claims and demands against the city, prepared and signed by the
City’s auditing officer, and in full reliance thereon, it is moved and seconded as shown in the minutes of this meeting
that the following vouchers/warrants are approved for payment:
SECOND HALF AUGUST 2026 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $
SECOND HALF AUGUST 2026 PAYROLL:
$, checks
$, direct deposits
$, wire transfers
$ Total
STAFF CONTACT:
Lindy Kennedy, Accountant
Sara Rios, Payroll Specialist

Attachments:
1.
August 25, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
2.
September 3, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes

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City of Longview

1525 Broadway
Longview, WA 98632
www.ci.longview.wa.us

Minutes
City Council
Mayor Erik Halvorson
Mayor Pro Tem Keith Young
Council Member Chris Bryant
Council Member Mike Claxton
Council Member Ruth Kendall
Council Member Kalei LaFave
Council Member Wayne Nichols

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

6:00 PM

2nd Floor, City Hall

The City Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities. Special equipment to assist the hearing impaired is
also available. Please contact the City Executive Office at 360.442.5004 at least 48 hours in advance if you
require special accommodations to attend the meeting.
If you are participating virtually, you may submit written comments to the City Clerk’s Office with the
subject line “Public Comment for Disbursement to City Council.”
Virtual attendees may comment verbally during public hearings only and is only permitted for registered
attendees. To participate, please contact the Clerk’s Office in advance. Use the “raise hand” feature during
the hearing, and the Clerk will unmute participants in the order received. If calling in by phone, dial star - 9
to raise your hand.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82394132374
Telephone options (dial any of the following numbers):
1-253-215-8782 or 1-346-248-7799 or 1-408-638-0968 or 1-669-900-6833
Webinar ID: 823 9413 2374
1.

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Halvorson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

2.

INVOCATION*/FLAG SALUTE
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3.

LARRY RUSSELL, KELSO LONGVIEW MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION
After the invocation provided by Larry Russell of Kelso Longview Ministerial Association, the
flag salute was recited.

ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Halvorson, Mayor Pro Tem Young, Councilmember Bryant, Councilmember Claxton,
Councilmember Kendall, Councilmember LaFave, Councilmember Nichols
Staff Present: City Manager Jennifer Wills, Interim City Attorney Charlotte Archer (on-line), Public Works
Director/Assistant City Manager Chris Collins, Community & Economic Development Director Nick Little,
Parks & Recreation Director Justin Brown, Police Chief Robert Huhta, Fire Chief Brad Hannig, Public

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August 25, 2026

Information Officer Angela Abel, Finance Director Aaron Hill, Senior Assistant City Attorney James
Goodman, City Clerk Tiffany Ostreim
4.

CHANGES /REVISIONS TO THE AGENDA
Mayor Halvorson requested to strike the presentation by the Cowlitz County Public Facilities District. Council
concurred.

5.

AWARDS

6.

CONSTITUENTS' COMMENTS - NON-AGENDA ITEMS (Thirty Minutes)
Tom Samuels provided public comment.
Shannon McLain provided public comment and a handout.
Dawn Johnson Beal provided public comment.
Adam Newton provided public comment.
Darryl Cole provided public comment.
Bob Clark provided public comment.
Alex Kirby provided public comment.
Melissa Manslan provided public comment.
Stephanie Lavin provided public comment.
Matt Swanson provided public comment.
Derek Fine provided public comment and provided a handout.
Tom DeSpain provided public comment.

7.

PRESENTATIONS
26-00720

POLICE DEPARTMENT 2025 ANNUAL REPORT
Police Chief Robert Huhta presented.
Council asked clarifying questions.

26-00729
8.

COWLITZ COUNTY PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT - PULLED FROM THE AGENDA

PUBLIC HEARINGS
26-00733

PUBLIC HEARING – RESOLUTION NO. 2639 - AMENDMENT TO THE 2027 - 2032 SIX
YEAR RIVERCITIES TRANSIT PROGRAM OF PROJECTS (POP)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
CONDUCT THE PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2639
Mayor Halvorson opened the public hearing at 7:02 p.m.
Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Collins presented.
Mayor Halvorson opened and closed the public testimony portion of the hearing as no one spoke for or
against the subject and closed the public hearing at 7:04 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember LaFave, to adopt
Resolution No. 2639. The motion carried unanimously.

26-00731

CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE NO. 3582 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF LONGVIEW AMENDING LONGVIEW MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 19.40, COUNTY
EVENT CENTER ZONING DISTRICT, TO ALLOW FOR ANIMAL SHELTERING AS AN
ALLOWED USE AND REDUCING ACCESS RESTRICTIONS TO PEARDALE LANE
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
CONDUCT THE PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 3582

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City Council

August 25, 2026

Mayor Halvorson opened the continued public hearing at 7:05 p.m.
Community Development Director Little presented.
Council asked clarifying questions.
Mayor Halvorson opened the public comment portion of the hearing.
Cowlitz County Commissioner Steve Ferrell stated the county still wants the ordinance to pass. It's one
of three sites the county is looking at for an animal shelter.
Matt Swanson provided public comment.
Bob Gregory spoke in support of reducing access restrictions to Peardale Lane to allow for access to the
Event Center RV Park during controlled events.
Council asked clarifying questions.
Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Collins explained Peardale is a fully developed public
street. It functions efficiently now and there are no concerns with capacity as far as construction of the
road itself. Any proposed use that would generate any volume of traffic would go through a review
mitigation process — through the SEPA process and a traffic study. Any impacts identified during that
process would have to be mitigated before any construction could take place.
Mayor Halvorson closed the public comment portion of the hearing and the hearing at 7:29 p.m.
Council discussed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kendall, seconded by Councilmember LaFave, to
approve Ordinance No. 3582 version 2 to allow for animal sheltering as an allowed use only. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember Kendall, Councilmember LaFave, Councilmember Young, Councilmember
Claxton, Mayor Halvorson
Nays: Councilmember Nichols, Councilmember Bryant
A motion was made by Councilmember Kendall, seconded by Councilmember Young, to remand
the request to reduce access restrictions to Peardale Lane back to the Planning
Commission. The motion carried unanimously.

9.

CONSTITUENTS' COMMENTS - AGENDA ITEMS (Thirty Minutes)
Diane Cooper provided public comment on the severe weather shelter.
Meredith Long provided public comment on Ordinance No. 3579.
Jason Still provided public comment on Ordinance No. 3579.
Angela, last name not stated, provided public comment on the severe weather shelter.
Anne Bennett provided public comment on Ordinance No. 3579 and the severe weather shelter.
Cowlitz County Commissioner Steve Ferrell provided public comment on the RV Park at the Event Center.
The council recessed at 8:00 p.m. for a period of 5 minutes, and reconvened at 8:08 p.m. with all members present.

10.

BOARD & COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS

11.

ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS
26-00730

RESOLUTION NO. 2633 - MONTHLY UTILITY BILLING FOR ALL CITY UTILITY
CUSTOMERS, ELIMINATING THE EXISTING BI-MONTHLY BILLING CYCLES
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2633
Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Collins presented.
Council asked clarifying questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kendall, seconded by Mayor Halvorson, to adopt
Resolution No. 2633. The motion carried unanimously.

26-00663
City of Longview

ORDINANCE NO. 3579 - PERTAINING TO CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE ABUSE;
ADOPTING SECTION 9.26.110 TO THE LONGVIEW MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING
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City Council

August 25, 2026

THE OFFENSE OF RECKLESS EXPOSURE OF A CHILD TO CONTROLLED
SUBSTANCES; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS; CLASSIFYING THE OFFENSE;
REFERENCING APPLICABLE GENERAL PENALTY AND CULPABILITY PROVISIONS;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 3579
Senior Assistant City Attorney Goodman presented.
Council asked clarifying questions.
Interim City Attorney Archer described the review process.
Police Chief Huhta explained their response to service.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kendall, seconded by Councilmember Nichols, to adopt
Ordinance No. 3579 with a change to eliminate Class 2 and insert just "Fentanyl".
Council discussed.
An amendment to the motion was made by Mayor Halvorson, seconded by Councilmember
LaFave, to strike the change to eliminate Class 2 and insert just "Fentanyl", and adopt the
original ordinance as presented.
Council discussed.
The amendment carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember Young, Councilmember LaFave, Councilmember Claxton, Councilmember
Bryant, Mayor Halvorson
Nays: Councilmember Nichols, Councilmember Kendall
An amendment was made by Councilmember Kendall, seconded by Councilmember Nichols, to
expand Section D - Exceptions, to include anyone in the household with a valid prescription.
Council discussed.
The amendment failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember Kendall, Councilmember Nichols
Nays: Councilmember Young, Councilmember LaFave, Councilmember Claxton, Councilmember
Bryant, Mayor Halvorson
The main motion as amended to adopt Ordinance 3579 as originally presented passed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember Young, Councilmember LaFave, Councilmember Kendall, Councilmember
Claxton, Councilmember Bryant, Mayor Halvorson
Nays: Councilmember Nichols

12.

13.

CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilmember Bryant, seconded by Councilmember Nichols, to approve
the Consent Calendar as presented. The motion carried unanimously.
26-00464

APPROVAL OF AUGUST 11, 2026 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES AND AUGUST 17, 2026
SPECIAL MEETING/WORKSHOP MINUTES

26-00465

APPROVAL OF CLAIMS

MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Halvorson provided a verbal report.

14.

COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
Councilmember Young provided a verbal report.
Councilmember Nichols provided a verbal report.
Councilmember LaFave provided a verbal report. Will be absent September 10.
Councilmember Kendall provided a verbal report.

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August 25, 2026

CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
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SEVERE WEATHER SHELTER DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION
City Manager Wills presented. Option 1: Continue city-hosted shelter at McClelland Arts Center. Option
2: Financially support a partner-hosted shelter at another location. Option 3: Support partner-hosted
shelter through city-owned supplies only.
Council discussed.
A motion was made by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Bryant, to go with
Option 2.
An amendment was made by Councilmember Nichols, seconded by Councilmember Kendall, to
go with option 1 for 2026-2027 and Option 2 for 2027-2028.
An amendment to the amendment was made by Councilmember LaFave, seconded by Mayor
Halvorson, to go with Option 2 and give the funds back to KLMA. The motion failed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember LaFave, Mayor Halvorson, Councilmember Bryant
Nays: Councilmember Nichols, Councilmember Claxton, Councilmember Kendall,
Councilmember Young
The amendment to go with Option 1 for 2026-2027 and Option 2 for 2027-2028 passed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember Nichols, Councilmember Bryant, Councilmember Claxton, Councilmember
Kendall
Nays: Councilmember LaFave, Councilmember Young, Mayor Halvorson
The main motion as amended to go with Option 1 for 2026-2027 and Option 2 for 2027-2028
passed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember Nichols, Councilmember Claxton, Councilmember Bryant,
Councilmember Kendall, Councilmember LaFave
Nays: Mayor Halvorson and Councilmember Young
The council discussed drafting a new RFP or using the same operator as last year.
The council gave direction for the City Manager to work with the existing operator to see if they
are interested in continuing operation of the severe weather shelter for one more year. If not,
council gave direction for staff to issue a new RFP.

26-00770

RESOLUTION NO. 2640 – RESOLUTION RATIFYING EMERGENCY DECLARATION AND
WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS FOR REPAIRS TO THE 20TH
AVENUE BRIDGE
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2640.
Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Collins explained the accident that rendered the 20th Ave
bridge inoperable.

A motion was made by Councilmember Kendall, seconded by Councilmember Nichols,
to adopt Resolution No. 2640. The motion carried unanimously.
City Manager Wills thanked everyone for attending the Employee Appreciation and Recognition Event.

16.

MISCELLANEOUS

17.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

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August 25, 2026

ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:49 p.m.
Tiffany Ostreim
City Clerk
Approved:______________________
Mayor

* Any invocation that may be offered at the Council meeting shall be the voluntary offering
of a private citizen, to and for the benefit of the Council. The views or beliefs expressed by
the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Council,
and the Council does not endorse the religious beliefs or views of this, or any other
speaker.
NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.

NEXT SPECIAL COUNCIL WORKSHOPS:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 – 6:00 P.M. – BUDGET, TRAINING ROOM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 - 6:00 P.M. - BUDGET, TRAINING ROOM

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City of Longview

1525 Broadway
Longview, WA 98632
www.ci.longview.wa.us

Minutes
City Council
Mayor Erik Halvorson
Mayor Pro Tem Keith Young
Council Member Chris Bryant
Council Member Mike Claxton
Council Member Ruth Kendall
Council Member Kalei LaFave
Council Member Wayne Nichols

Thursday, September 3, 2026

6:00 PM

2nd Floor, City Hall

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, in accordance with RCW Chapter 42.30, that the City Council of the City of
Longview, Washington, will conduct a special meeting in the Longview City Hall Council Chamber, 1525
Broadway, Longview, on Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The topics of discussion follow. Final
disposition shall be taken on no other matter.
The City Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities. Special equipment to assist the hearing impaired is
also available. Please contact the City Executive Office at 360.442.5004 at least 48 hours in advance if you
require special accommodations to attend the meeting.
If you are participating virtually, you may submit written comments to the City Clerk’s Office with the
subject line “Public Comment for Disbursement to City Council.”
Virtual attendees may comment verbally during public hearings only and is only permitted for registered
attendees. To participate, please contact the Clerk’s Office in advance. Use the “raise hand” feature during
the hearing, and the Clerk will unmute participants in the order received. If calling in by phone, dial star - 9
to raise your hand.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82394132374
Telephone options (dial any of the following numbers):
1-253-215-8782 or 1-346-248-7799 or 1-408-638-0968 or 1-669-900-6833
Webinar ID: 823 9413 2374
1.

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Halvorson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

2.

INVOCATION*/FLAG SALUTE
The flag salute was recited.

3.

ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Halvorson, Mayor Pro Tem Young, Councilmember Bryant, Councilmember Claxton,
Councilmember Kendall, Councilmember LaFave (on-line), Councilmember Nichols
Staff Present: City Manager Jennifer Wills, Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Chris Collins,
Community & Economic Development Director Nick Little, Police Chief Robert Huhta, Human Resources

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September 3, 2026

Director Sabrina Fraidenburg, Information Technology Director Mike Sullivan (on-line), Finance Director
Aaron Hill (on-line), City Clerk Tiffany Ostreim
4.

WORKSHOP
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BASELINE BUDGET
Finance Director Hill presented on-line.
Council reviewed and discussed the General Fund FY26 projection, base budgets, fund balance, and 5year projection.
Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Collins gave a primer on Ad Valorem.
Council gave direction to factor in Ad Valorem and new construction, but be agile based on the
November general election.
Future discussion will include utility rates and a public hearing for a tax cut in the Transportation Benefit
District.
The September 17 workshop will cover Capital Improvement Projects as well as Enterprise and Internal
Funds.

5.

ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Tiffany Ostreim
City Clerk
Approved:______________________
Mayor

* Any invocation that may be offered at the Council meeting shall be the voluntary offering
of a private citizen, to and for the benefit of the Council. The views or beliefs expressed by
the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Council,
and the Council does not endorse the religious beliefs or views of this, or any other
speaker.
NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.

NEXT SPECIAL COUNCIL WORKSHOP:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 – 6:00 P.M. – CIP BUDGET, TRAINING ROOM

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Agenda Summary
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
Based upon the authentication and certification of claims and demands against the city, prepared and signed by the
City’s auditing officer, and in full reliance thereon, it is moved and seconded as shown in the minutes of this meeting
that the following vouchers/warrants are approved for payment:
SECOND HALF AUGUST 2026 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $2,199,169.08
SECOND HALF AUGUST 2026 PAYROLL:
$479,035.30, checks
$1,175,765.99, direct deposits
$1,001,060.03, wire transfers
$2,655,861.32 Total
STAFF CONTACT:
Lindy Kennedy, Accountant
Sara Rios, Payroll Specialist

Attachments: None

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Agenda Summary
SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT DISTRICT FUNDING OPTION
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
SET PUBLIC HEARING ON OCTOBER 8, 2026 TO CONSIDER TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT DISTRICT
FUNDING OPTION
DATE: SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
COUNCIL STRATEGIC INITIATIVE ADDRESSED:
Ensuring Fiscal Responsibility and Long Term Financial Stability
Investing In Infrastructure
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
Consider changes to the current Transportation Benefit District funding to support future street and road
capital projects and maintenance activities.
Washington law allows Transportation Benefit Districts to generate transportation revenue through several
mechanisms, including:
• Councilmanic vehicle license fees up to $50
• Voter-approved vehicle license fees up to $100
• Councilmanic 0.1% sales tax (when statutory conditions are met)
• Voter-approved sales tax up to 0.3%
• Bonds and other transportation funding tools
STAFF CONTACT:
Chris Collins, Asst City Manager/Public Works Director
Attachments: None

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Agenda Summary
QUOTE REVIEW – MINT VALLEY ROOF EVALUATION BY WEATHERHOLT AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH WEATHERHOLT AND
ASSOCIATES, INC FOR ROOF EVALUATION AND DESIGN SERVICES
DATE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
COUNCIL INITIATIVE ADDRESSED:
Strengthening Community Safety
Ensuring Fiscal Responsibility and Long-Term Financial Stability
Investing In Infrastructure
CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: REQUIRED
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
The Parks and Recreation Director presented to the Public Works Subcommittee on August 19th summarizing
the condensation issues at the Mint Valley Tennis Center Building. Recommendation by the subcommittee
voted to advance the agenda to council to hire a Building Science consultant to evaluate the building-envelope
and design a repair for the seasonal condensation issues.
BACKGROUND:
In 2024, City Council approved a contract with United States Tennis Association (USTA) to operate the Mint
Valley Tennis Center and is responsible for daily programming, operations, and care of the Facility. About 8
months ago, USTA notified the City of condensation occurring above the tennis courts and expressed concern
that continued moisture could damage the facility and create safety and liability concerns. The City Attorney
reviewed the contract between the City and USTA and concluded that responsibility for addressing the
condensation conditions is with the City.
The Public Works Subcommittee recommends a contract with a qualified building scientist to evaluate the
facility to determine the root cause of condensation and provide recommendation for a proper fix. Public
Works have obtained a current quote from Weatherholt and Associates Inc. for services for estimated costs of
$21,000. This will include main tasks: phase I Roof Evaluation and phase 2 Design.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
$21,000 Contract to be paid by Kuntz Funds.
STAFF CONTACT:
Chris Collins, Public Works Director/ Asst. City Manager
Attachments:
1.
Mint Valley Tennis Center Proposal 2026
2.
PWSC - Summary of Mint Valley Center Condensation Issue

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Mint Valley Tennis Center Condensation
Issue
Public Works Subcommittee Discussion and Direction
Facility: Mint Valley Tennis Center
4004 Pennsylvania Avenue, Longview

Purpose of Agenda Item
Provide the Public Works Subcommittee with background on the ongoing condensation issue at
the Mint Valley Tennis Center, summarize actions taken to date, review the City's responsibility
under the facility operating agreement, and receive direction on the preferred next step before
staff develops a formal recommendation for City Council.
This item is being presented to the Subcommittee first to better understand Councilmembers'
preferred approach before returning to the full City Council with a recommendation and
associated funding request.

Background
In 2024, the Longview City Council approved a Capital Improvement Project to remove and
replace ceiling insulation above the tennis courts. The project was funded through the Kuntz
Fund and was intended to return the ceiling and insulation system to its as-built condition,
address failing insulation, and improve the condition, comfort, and safety of the facility.
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has operated the Mint Valley Tennis Center for
approximately 18 months and is responsible for daily programming, operations, and care of the
facility.
Over the past eight months, USTA has notified the City of condensation occurring above the
tennis courts and expressed concern that continued moisture could damage the facility and create
safety and liability concerns.
Photographs documenting the condensation condition are included as Attachment A.

Nature of the Issue
The exact cause of the condensation has not been determined. Potential contributing factors
include:
• Roof or ceiling insulation
• Air sealing or air leakage

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• Interior and exterior temperature differentials
• Moisture migration through the building envelope
• Vapor movement
• Thermal bridging
• Other building-envelope or structural conditions
The affected portion of the facility does not have an HVAC system.
Staff has discussed the issue with the contractor that installed the replacement insulation and a
facility contractor preferred by USTA. Possible corrective measures have been identified;
however, no solution has been proposed that can reliably be expected to resolve the issue.
A primary concern is that making an isolated modification without understanding the building as
a complete system could simply move the condensation to another location.

City's Responsibility
The City Attorney has reviewed the operating agreement between the City and USTA and
concluded that responsibility for addressing the condensation condition rests with the City.
Section 9(a) requires the City, at its sole cost, to maintain the roof, structural elements, building
systems, utility systems, and infrastructure serving the premises.
The City Attorney has advised that the condensation appears related to the building envelope
and/or structural components and may involve roof insulation, air sealing, structural elements, or
a combination of these components.
The Agreement also assigns the City responsibility for remediation of mold and other
environmental hazards. Persistent condensation may contribute to mold growth, moisture
damage, deterioration of building materials, slip hazards, or other facility concerns.
Based on this interpretation, determining and correcting the underlying condition is a City
responsibility. The remaining question is the appropriate scope and method of investigation and
repair.

Building Scientist Evaluation
The next technical step would be to retain a qualified building scientist or building-envelope
specialist to evaluate the facility as an interconnected system rather than focusing only on where
condensation is currently visible.
The evaluation could include:
• Roof and ceiling construction
• Insulation performance and placement

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• Air leakage and air-sealing conditions
• Interior and exterior temperature and humidity
• Vapor movement and dew-point conditions
• Thermal bridging
• Moisture accumulation in concealed areas
• Potential long-term impacts on building materials
The objective would be to identify the root cause and recommend appropriate corrective
measures.
The anticipated cost of this investigation is approximately $25,000.

What Is Not Yet Known
Staff does not currently have enough information to provide a reliable estimate for the ultimate
repair.
Costs could vary significantly depending on whether the correction involves air sealing,
insulation modifications, roof or ceiling work, structural modifications, ventilation
improvements, or a combination of measures.
A reliable repair budget cannot be developed until the underlying cause is identified.

Decision Point
The immediate decision is whether the City should invest approximately $25,000 in a
comprehensive building-science evaluation before proceeding with additional corrective work.
The evaluation would provide the technical information necessary to determine:
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The cause of the condensation.
Whether the condition can be reliably corrected.
The recommended scope of work.
The estimated cost of the ultimate repair.
Whether interim measures should be implemented.

Preliminary Staff Approach
Following completion of the assessment, staff would return to City Council with the consultant's
findings, repair alternatives, estimated costs, funding options, and a formal staff
recommendation.

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Direction Requested from Public Works Subcommittee
Staff is requesting direction regarding whether the Subcommittee supports advancing the
building-science evaluation as the City's next step.

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Attachment A

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Agenda Summary
LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AND FUNDING REQUESTS
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
SEEKING DIRECTION ON PROJECT AND POLICY PRIORITIES
DATE: September 10, 2026
COUNCIL STRATEGIC INITIATIVE ADDRESSED:
Community Safety
Empowered & Connected Community
Vibrant Neighborhoods & Public Spaces
Growth & Economic Opportunity
Future-Ready infrastructure
Community First Service
Responsible & Honest Governance
CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: N/A
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
City leadership met with the three-member Council Legislative Committee to review and refine the City’s proposed
2027 legislative priorities, including both policy positions and specific project funding requests. The resulting draft is
being brought forward for full Council consideration, discussion, and direction before it is finalized for the upcoming
legislative session.
The policy document builds upon the City’s 2026 legislative priorities, with items shown in red identifying new or
updated positions for 2027. The document has also been streamlined this year by consolidating the City’s various
funding priorities into a single section at the end, rather than including separate funding bullets and descriptions
throughout each policy area.
Council will also review the proposed legislative project requests, which identify specific infrastructure, public safety,
and community projects for which the City will seek state funding support. Following Council discussion and
direction, staff will finalize the legislative priorities and project requests for use in the City’s 2027 legislative
advocacy efforts.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Seeking direction on project and policy priorities.
STAFF CONTACT:
City Manager Jennifer Wills

Attachments:
1.
2027 City of Longview Legislative Policy Document DRAFT
2.
2027 City of Longview Legislative Projects DRAFT

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LEGISLATIVE POLICY DOCUMENT
09.10.2027 (Updates/New in Red)
PUBLIC SAFETY & JUSTICE
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PUBLIC DEFENSE/PROSECUTION BURDEN
Washington’s reduced caseload standards for public defenders (RCW 10.101) create an
unfunded mandate on cities. A statewide solution is needed as limits drop and hiring shortages
continue to worsen.
ALTERNATIVE RESPONSE & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
Increase support for non-police response programs tied to behavioral health (RCW 71.24), which
reduce pressure on jails, emergency rooms, and law enforcement.

FISCAL TOOLS & INFRASTRUCTURE
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PUBLIC WORKS SELF-PERFORMANCE AUTHORITY
Raise the cap on project size that city crews can complete without competitive bidding (RCW
35.23.352). Current limits are outdated and inefficient.
PRIVATE BUSINESS CONTRIBUTIONS TO PUBLIC PROJECTS
Revise laws such as prevailing wage (RCW 39.12) and nonprofit exemptions (RCW 82.04.3651) to
allow private businesses to invest directly in public projects when no city funds are used,
unlocking private support for community facilities and reduce reliance on limited public dollars.
IMPROVE CONTRACTING, BIDDING & PROCUREMENT
Modernize RCW 39.04 to reflect today’s costs and simplify processes. Higher thresholds will
reduce delays and administrative burden.
UNFUNDED MANDATES
Refrain from imposing new unfunded or underfunded mandates on cities and pair any new
requirement with the revenue needed to meet it. Each new mandate absorbs staff capacity that
mid-sized cities cannot backfill.
STATE TAX CHANGES & CITY FISCAL HEALTH
Address all impacts on city budgets from sales and use tax exemptions included in the
Millionaire’s Tax by fully funding the City and County Fiscal Health Account, including covering
unfunded areas that significantly impact cities, such as the technology services sales tax, and
ensuring that revenues in the account grow over time.
LEOFF 1 SURPLUS
Direct surplus LEOFF 1 dollars, including the possible assumption of over $1 billion in medical
liabilities, toward relieving local government obligations before other general fund purposes.

TRANSPORTATION
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TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT DISTRICT AUTHORITY
Raise the maximum vehicle weight on which a transportation benefit district may levy a license
fee from 6,000 to 9,000 pounds and increase to 0.2% the transportation benefit district sales tax
available through councilmanic authority (RCW 36.73; RCW 82.14.0455).

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HOMELESSNESS & TRANSPARENCY
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TRANSPARENCY & ACCOUNTABILITY FOR HOMELESSNESS FUNDING
Require providers receiving state funds to notify local governments and share outcome metrics.
Standardized reporting (RCW 43.185C; RCW 43.330) would improve transparency and alignment
with local strategies.
UNHOUSED BILL OF RIGHTS PROPOSALS
Statewide proposals that establish rights or standards related to homelessness should preserve
local authority to maintain the health, safety, and intended public use of streets, parks, and other
public property. The City asks that any new standard be paired with the shelter and behavioral
health capacity needed to meet it, and that new obligations not be enforced through litigation
against cities.

HOUSING & GROWTH
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HOUSING DEVELOPMENT BARRIERS & ENERGY CODE FLEXIBILITY
Streamline permitting and reduce regulatory costs under the Building Code (RCW 19.27) and
SEPA (RCW 43.21C) that deter housing construction. Allow smaller and low-income homes to use
earlier State Energy Code standards (RCW 19.27A), lowering costs by $30–60k per unit.
INDUSTRIAL PERMITTING REFORM
Streamline state and local permitting for industrial development by reforming SEPA (RCW 43.21C)
and clarifying agency authority, timelines, and scope. Large projects have been stalled by state
inaction, and smaller projects need a checklist matched to their scope.
PRESERVE MANUFACTURED HOME PARKS & INFILL INCENTIVES
Protect manufactured housing (RCW 59.20) and create incentives for infill housing on
underutilized parking lots. Both strategies expand affordable housing options.
ANNEXATION FLEXIBILITY – “ISLANDS”
Current law (RCW 35.13.182) restricts annexations over 185 acres without a major vote, even
when areas are fully surrounded by city limits. Raising this threshold would allow cities to
efficiently annex islands, improve service delivery, and reduce jurisdictional confusion.
STORMWATER REGULATION FLEXIBILITY
Adjust stormwater engineering requirements (RCW 90.48; Ecology NPDES) to scale with project
size, and recognize areas served by leveed, pumped drainage systems. Most of Longview lies
within Consolidated Diking Improvement District No. 1, where runoff reaches the Columbia River
only through flood control pump stations, and standards written for natural stream channels add
cost without a corresponding water quality benefit.

GOVERNANCE & LIABILITY
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PUBLIC RECORDS REFORM & BURDEN REDUCTION
Update the Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) to allow reasonable cost recovery and tools to
manage excessive or vexatious requests. Washington agencies face a growing disparity compared
to Oregon, with many requests now being used by private entities to generate profit. Publicly
funded agencies are footing the bill, diverting resources away from services. Cities need relief
while maintaining transparency for Washington residents.
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PRIVACY & RECORDS RETENTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY CAMERAS
Clarify requirements under the PRA (RCW 42.56) and retention rules (RCW 40.14) for police body
and fixed cameras. Ambiguity creates liability and rising costs.
REDUCE CITY LIABILITY & VEXATIOUS LITIGATION
Reform RCW 4.96 to limit frivolous lawsuits that divert resources away from community services.

POWER AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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AVAILABLE POWER CAPACITY FOR JOBS & INVESTMENT
Longview has low-cost power, industrial land, port and rail access, and a skilled workforce, but
limited available electric capacity to commit to new large customers. Firm generation is retiring
faster than replacement resources are coming online, with E3 projecting a regional gap of roughly
9 GW by 2030, and the City encourages the Legislature to consider extending or otherwise
adjusting the CETA compliance timeline.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Ensure that any statewide economic development council includes formal representation from
local governments, which are on the front lines of project siting, infrastructure planning, and
community-level economic impacts.
ADVANCED NUCLEAR DEVELOPMENT (SMRs)
Support advancement of small modular nuclear reactors, including House Bill 2120 (2024) and
bipartisan federal efforts, as a pathway to reliable baseload power.
BUSINESS ATTRACTION IN EMERGING ENERGY SECTORS
Expand programs, funding, and incentives that support business growth in advanced power,
clean-energy manufacturing, and innovation-cluster industries.

ADDITIONAL FUNDING PRIORITIES
The City supports increasing, maintaining, and protecting state funding for the following:
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Public Safety, Crime Reduction, and Fire Services
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Ground Emergency Medical Transport Funding (RCW 74.09.5223; WAC 182-546)
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Municipal Criminal Justice Assistance Account (RCW 82.14.320) expanded uses.
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Public Works Assistance Account (RCW 43.155).
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State-shared revenues, including liquor, motor vehicle excise, fuel, and criminal justice
distributions.
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Local street preservation, maintenance, and operations, with direct distributions.
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Connecting Housing and Infrastructure Program, with expanded eligible costs.

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LEGISLATIVE PROJECTS 2027
Beech Street Culvert Replacement | $1.5 Million

The City of Longview is seeking $1.5 million as the final funding needed to replace the aging wooden box culvert
beneath the Beech Street corridor. Originally constructed in 1948, the culvert has exceeded its useful life and is
the most immediate infrastructure need within a larger planned reimagination of Beech Street. The City has
already secured a $4 million federal earmark toward the project.
This funding will allow the City to complete 100% design and construction of the culvert replacement, while
advancing the larger Beech Street corridor project to 30% design. Advancing the full corridor design is critical to
ensure the new culvert is constructed at the correct elevations and can be seamlessly integrated into future
roadway, stormwater, and corridor improvements. This approach addresses the immediate infrastructure need
now while ensuring today’s investment supports, rather than limits, the long-term vision for Beech Street.

Glenwood Drive Grind and Overlay | $1.5 Million

Glenwood Drive is a key connection between Ocean Beach Highway and the Columbia Heights area and is already
in poor condition, requiring repeated chip sealing to extend its life. During the upcoming Columbia Heights Road
construction, Glenwood is expected to carry increased traffic and additional wear for nearly two years before
rehabilitation can occur. This $2.5 million project is planned for 2028, immediately following the Columbia Heights
work. The City will contribute $1 million from its Transportation Benefit District, with this $1.5 million request
providing the remaining funding needed to rehabilitate this critical roadway.

Longview Police Department Parking Garage Repair | $340,000

The parking structure serving the Longview Police Department has experienced significant deterioration from age
and ongoing water intrusion. Without repair, continued exposure will further compromise the structure and result
in increasingly costly repairs and potential structural failure. The upper deck received a waterproof coating in 2018
with an anticipated five-to-eight-year service life and is now due for renewed protection. This project will repair
existing structural damage and recoat and seal the upper parking deck, protecting the facility from further water
intrusion and extending the useful life of critical infrastructure supporting police operations.

John Null Park Restroom Renovation | $750,000

John Null Park is one of Longview’s busiest community parks, serving as the home of Longview Youth Baseball and
the City’s only public pickleball courts. Its existing restrooms are outdated, increasingly difficult to maintain, and
no longer adequately serve the volume of year-round park users. This project will replace the failing facilities with a
modern, multi-user restroom designed for greater capacity, durability, accessibility, and ease of maintenance. The
investment will reduce ongoing repair needs while providing a safe, functional, and reliable amenity for the
thousands of residents, athletes, families, and visitors who use the park each year.

Fire Station #82 Backup Generator | $275,000

Fire Station #82 does not currently have a dedicated emergency generator capable of sustaining full station
operations during a power outage. As a critical public safety facility, the station must remain operational during
severe weather, natural disasters, and other emergencies when electrical service may be disrupted. A backup
generator will maintain essential systems including station alerting, communications, apparatus bay doors,
lighting, computers, and life-safety equipment, allowing firefighters to continue responding without delay. The
project already has $150,000 earmarked toward its completion, and this request would provide the remaining
funding necessary to complete the project and strengthen the resilience of the City’s emergency response system.

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