Community Engagement Commission - August 19, 2026

The City of Liberty Lake, Washington, Community Engagement Commission met on August 19, 2026. The main spending-related action was a passed motion to revise the commission’s proposed 2027 budget from $25,000 to $10,000: $7,000 for mailers, $2,000 for flyers and local newspaper notices, and $1,000 for event supplies. The proposal removes the $8,000 multimedia production/special projects line. Members discussed aligning the request with expected activities and actual spending; staff noted that a later budget adjustment could be requested if needed. The commission also discussed its annual report, but the transcript does not show a final vote approving the report or the full budget proposal. No contract awards, vendor selections, or bid approvals were identified.

Members discussed public engagement for the sidewalk master plan, including a survey and a workshop with consultant SCJ; further discussion was continued, with September 16 identified as the commission’s preferred date, subject to availability. The commission also postponed development of a marketing calendar and discussion of appointing a subcommittee until next month. Members raised a pending recommendation to update the commission’s ordinance, including removing term limits, and discussed a community forum on the city’s next-year budget. The city reported that Town Square Park’s planned metal goat sculptures are delayed until likely next year due to fire-safety concerns during fabrication.