September 2, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting and Public Hearing

The City of North Bend Planning Commission held a public hearing on September 2, 2026, regarding amendments to the Capital Facilities Element of the comprehensive plan. Staff said the updates were prompted in part by the city’s new police service contract with the King County Sheriff’s Office and also reflect facility and planning changes since the 2024 plan update, including stormwater requirements, the water supply agreement with the Intera Water Association, and a new police office. Staff noted that including projects in the plan can support grant eligibility; discussion also referenced $75,000 in support for a project’s public-benefit components, though no new spending authorization or procurement decision was presented.

The commission discussed the Snoqualmie Tribe’s requested changes concerning consultation and coordination. It agreed to clarify that tribal consultation and notification would be provided when required by applicable law, while retaining coordination language in other provisions. Commissioners also identified several wording and typographical edits. A motion to approve the amendments with the changes noted passed unanimously. No contract award, solicitation, or vendor selection was made.