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Recorded actions and outcomes from the meeting record: the commission voted to excuse Commissioner Amanda Frame from the July 15 meeting; the motion to excuse her was moved by Hadley Everett and seconded by Paul Swin and passed unanimously. The commission approved the agenda (motion by Paul Smith, seconded by Natalie Edwards) and approved the May 13, 2025 minutes (motion by Paul Slim, seconded by Hadley Edwards); both motions passed unanimously. A motion to adjourn was made and the meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m. There were no recorded formal votes on ordinances, resolutions or contracts during the July 15 session.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","2025-07-15 Snoqualmie Parks and Events Commission Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","At its July 15 meeting the commission unanimously excused an absent commissioner, approved the agenda and minutes, and adjourned; no substantive policy votes were taken.","taxTitle","Snoqualmie, King County, Washington","taxId",71685,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6166763,"Snoqualmie commission prioritizes trail wayfinding, volunteer crews and Orchard Park work",1523,3073000,4596000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5414885-80acf1a83a6032e9ee25a47a984a69c0&start=3073&end=4596","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5414885-80acf1a83a6032e9ee25a47a984a69c0/thumbnail_3073000.jpg","/articles/6166763/Snoqualmie/King-County/Washington/Snoqualmie-commission-prioritizes-trail-wayfinding-volunteer-crews-and-Orchard-Park-work","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6166763-c2399b7afee70361dccb389b0ae39341/orig.mp4?Expires=1773746441&Signature=Wd2KBSC74hha6KjIkCcM67oxSwKfKOfKGvHwjjCZBH9wYAAinkYdkSK-BL2XjxPmRqVb4E-sp2whrCsarDb7mtgwY6f~LoZa5qTGRQhVSChLtxktE1omvsvnh6dZ2DaAsQmw21Dqlsi0M--5m3VX1rvDs6ZjYR6bxoz7PtO~fVHS7qu56iUnAgpWovsvkjZnR~Y228uIJTAYtWcfXVt4NmPnHPbtUYCSpQHcMYebxPj4MVGTVr5QIxfG687nCBs-6ebE~sG6qonI615ouSOaCC~zKaoG3iPwVoblKfc9bKRkB3vg4z2LTDaLGRGH46fMDsPSUlk9r4zxffzJkJAxdg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Snoqualmie Parks and Events Commission on July 15 placed trail wayfinding, volunteer trail crews and several park projects among its short-term priorities, and asked staff to return with implementation steps this fall.

Commissioners and parks staff discussed wayfinding and signage on the city’s trail network, including low-cost signpost options and higher-cost kiosk-style maps at major trailheads. Staff noted prior work on a coherent trail-signage program had experienced turnover and false starts and recommended a phased approach that could start with a map and QR-code links to online trail maps.

Staffing and maintenance: Dylan, a parks staff member, told commissioners the department is understaffed for current maintenance needs and relies on seasonal workers in summer. City staff said contract and labor costs have risen since COVID; to address capacity the department is exploring adding two permanent staff positions funded in part by reduced contractor spending and efficiency gains. Commissioners said that additional staff could make in-house signage production and trail repairs more feasible.

Volunteer program and trails work: Commissioners discussed reviving a volunteer trail program similar to the Green Snoqualmie effort that previously organized community blackberry removal, tree planting and trail stewardship. Phil, a staff member noted for volunteer coordination experience, said a trailer of tools and a predictable sign-up process helped prior volunteer efforts succeed; commissioners proposed outreach to local schools and clubs for community-service hours and seasonal trail events.

Orchard Park, Riverwalk and dog park ideas: Commissioners raised the Orchard Park area and other city-owned parcels as possible sites for expanded community uses (fruit-tree plantings and larger-scale “peach patch” plantings were mentioned). Staff described the Riverwalk trail project as entering a construction phase (a bid opening was scheduled shortly after the commission meeting) and said future phases could include soft-surface trails and restoration. Commissioners also discussed the possibility of a new dog park and noted a fee study is underway that could inform whether user fees or annual permits are appropriate.

Process and next steps: the commission agreed to a fall field tour (October–November window) to view parks and trail sites in person and asked staff to prepare a trail-signage plan, a volunteer-program framework and updates on Riverwalk progress for an autumn meeting.","Commissioners discussed trail signage and wayfinding, the Green Snoqualmie volunteer model, Orchard Park tree work and the Riverwalk trail bid; staff cited staffing shortages, rising contractor costs, and plans for a fall field tour and volunteer program.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6166768,"Snoqualmie commission ramps outreach as grant decision nears for community center and pool expansion",550,212000,762000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5414885-80acf1a83a6032e9ee25a47a984a69c0&start=212&end=762","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5414885-80acf1a83a6032e9ee25a47a984a69c0/thumbnail_212000.jpg","/articles/6166768/Snoqualmie/King-County/Washington/Snoqualmie-commission-ramps-outreach-as-grant-decision-nears-for-community-center-and-pool-expansion","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6166768-e39ebf48d88877f9c626f0276149dd48/orig.mp4?Expires=1773746441&Signature=WBFbgFmubE506bvVXYxPnQCyKAL7PTyogHvJmJmMfF8l3FFFpacEh5DIpwqn3r1BXDypDAjR2upYLr5XZaLXsdcxV5-L-rmZAFZVF2KtPUHAW-RrbLRGV1LfSmXF35T7hlJhKCI-PFFaVGHUoxPEM4wJgPUNNHUf6yu1sGdmj1Ns7s88JFfaNrfAX8GJQRb608vwtA~vodBIz31h~y-bB4TjI4R9OL6AgHdQSUZ8GbyMS43xyWq7RKkbTa4L7rtpGdcxzXw9pTHRoCLoGa0q6KoqtH4Pr4Hs2mrvp6YpAYeALFo~9jWuTYHhujDgIAUFw3nC04WFgJaaL7p5vQxMFw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Snoqualmie Parks and Events Commission on July 15 reviewed public feedback from the splash pad grand opening and Big Truck Day events and moved to coordinate outreach and a council presentation ahead of an imminent county grant notification and a likely city council decision on the proposed community center and pool expansion.

Commissioners said community reaction at the two events was “overwhelmingly” positive but noted recurring questions from residents about whether the new facility would be run by the YMCA and whether residents would need a YMCA membership or pay membership fees to use it. Commissioners and staff discussed how a YMCA operator would affect costs and operations: commissioners said the YMCA brings staffing and program expertise and that its cost-recovery model typically does not fully cover building and operating costs, leaving the city to cover shortfalls under the contract.

Why it matters: the proposal relies on external and local funding sources that could leave a sizable gap if construction costs rise. Commissioners repeatedly raised the risk that inflation and contractor price increases could widen any shortfall between grant awards and final construction cost estimates, and said the city council may be asked to consider borrowing or other funding measures if a gap remains.

Details from the meeting: commissioners noted the primary local funding source discussed at the events was real estate excise tax receipts rather than annual property taxes. Staff said county selection for the grant round is closed and the commission expects a notice from the county in the coming weeks; commissioners said the council is likely to take up a funding decision in September. The design team and the project’s design-build contractor have been asked to re-check cost estimates, and staff warned that delaying the project another year would likely increase costs further.

Next steps and outreach: commissioners agreed to place an update on the July 28 council agenda to present the splash pad and Big Truck Day findings and to read a commission letter in support of the project; several commissioners said they will attend that council session. The commission also discussed coordinated community outreach options (an op-ed or letters to local outlets, and asking businesses to show support), and agreed to hold a special or regular meeting in August if new grant information or cost updates warrant rapid action.

What was not decided: the commission did not adopt any formal additional funding requests or binding directives to city staff at the July 15 meeting. Several commissioners emphasized that an individual commissioner may write an opinion piece as a private citizen but should not speak for the commission on matters that would require formal commission action.","The Parks and Events Commission reported widespread positive feedback from recent public events, discussed concerns about a YMCA partnership and membership costs, and agreed to coordinate outreach and a council presentation ahead of an expected funding decision this summer and a likely council vote in September.","actionData","errors"]

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