City Council Regular Meeting of May 26, 2026

The City Council of Lake Stevens held a regular meeting on May 26, 2026, which included a significant public hearing on the 2025 comprehensive plan docket. A key procurement-related discussion focused on proposed amendments to the city's traffic impact fees, including a substantial increase for the downtown zone to fund capital improvement projects addressing aging infrastructure. The council reviewed technical analyses and public comments, including concerns about cost estimations for active transportation components in projects. The council approved ordinance 1220 to amend the comprehensive plan and directed staff to return with a resolution to implement the updated traffic impact fees, effective July 1, 2026. Additionally, the council discussed new park rental fees for shelters and basketball courts, aiming to clarify fee structures without generating additional revenue. The meeting also covered upcoming agenda items, advocacy efforts for federal funding of infrastructure projects, and council business updates. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting included important policy and budget decisions affecting future capital projects and fee structures.