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Julie Steele said the corner at Sequoia Place and Warren lacks a stop sign and that drivers use the street as a cut‑through; she asked the city to consider a speed bump or other traffic calming. “Cars come flying up Warren … it's a really unsafe corner,” Steele said.

Henry Castle asked for a simple repair to a directional street light at Fairway and Ridge that he said currently shines on the grass instead of the roadway, making the crosswalk dark at night. “Somebody needs to just reverse the light,” Castle said.

Virginia Knight and other residents described raised and uneven sidewalks near trees in the Aster Creek area, saying they had tripped and that some segments have been patched rather than replaced. Director Hamlin said the city maintains a replacement schedule but can perform grinding or other interim mitigation and asked residents to supply exact locations so crews can inspect them.

Ellen Clark and other residents reported recurring, unsafe activity at the pond and nearby park, including golf carts and late‑night gatherings. Residents asked whether the city could add cameras or more patrols. Public Works and police staff took notes and said they would follow up; Director Hamlin asked residents to meet with him after the meeting to provide locations and details.

Residents also raised weed growth in the tree‑strip areas where newly planted trees had been installed; Hamlin said the issue could be a responsibility of either the city or the homeowners association depending on local rules and asked staff to clarify which entity is responsible for maintenance.

Ending: Public Works Director Hamlin will schedule inspections for reported streetlights, sidewalks and problem corners and will advise residents on whether fixes fall under city programs or the HOA. Police and public works said they will coordinate on park patrols and signage.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","2025-07-21 Snoqualmie Public Safety Committee Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Multiple residents raised neighborhood infrastructure problems — requests for a stop sign or speed bump, a reversed streetlight, trip‑hazard sidewalks, pond policing and weed control — and city public works staff agreed to inspect and follow up.","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},6157927,"Police, public works outline traffic‑calming steps and plan to apply for state traffic‑safety grant",193,1921000,2114000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5462708-f0d846c352087dc0880d2110ba784662&start=1921&end=2114","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5462708-f0d846c352087dc0880d2110ba784662/thumbnail_1921000.jpg","/articles/6157927/Snoqualmie/King-County/Washington/Police-public-works-outline-trafficcalming-steps-and-plan-to-apply-for-state-trafficsafety-grant","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6157927-1bea505410f60c8af0cbc08eeda691d4/orig.mp4?Expires=1776623330&Signature=aZcoyUV4JYCTiX47h~hayBcfOzjgbsWh085gdA8ETvnwhFfWaTQOOzv~PvT8lTyJGq6yqMC5GW2tmadw6QrQ6VF4QOSJu6cH0S0eZcKojaPvIYNmCuJKY8hllEjUruiuT9AEUTNlqzDt9JGsQAr6Qow6oIZYjxEcrGCZpY9s8aSzpvINNFA9IZh0qe~QbxA9vR9CN4s6fyXea6AB8IJihGGVBZ~xFkMTlDsz0l6JClydp9Jnvv6M9MpclMH~fO0RAcXT37S-wFWFB7~UrHL9soyZNKP04-gTzOR8LbjVqutRffDdCvu1pHeZlZn1NXhRB~sPwOS2ZtwvE7QB8bd93Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Acting Police Chief Mike Bailey and Public Works Director Hamlin briefed the Public Safety Committee on stepped‑up enforcement and low‑cost traffic‑calming measures intended to reduce speeding near schools and busy neighborhood corridors.

“ We've addressed some of it with some temporary fixes … such as the temporary rumble strips,” Director Hamlin said, describing rumble strips and enhanced signage as a “good first start” that is low cost and not overly distracting to drivers. He said additional physical measures could include bumpouts and other visual cues to reduce sight lines and slow traffic.

Chief Bailey told the committee the department plans to seek funding from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission to offset overtime and some regular hours devoted to enforcement, including “click it or ticket, DUI enforcement, or other speed issues throughout the city.” Bailey said the department will continue targeted enforcement near three schools in the Ridge area when school resumes and that activated school‑zone signals had helped reduce speeds.

Council Member Cotton asked whether educational programs could complement enforcement. Bailey said there appeared to be no coordinated regional curriculum for motorized device education but that staff would continue to consult the prosecutor’s office and other agencies about diversion or educational options.

The committee discussed signage tests and the use of temporary rumble strips in Meadowbrook and other locations; Bailey said one resident had complained the department was doing “too much” enforcement, and he replied that he would continue targeted patrols until the issues were resolved. Director Hamlin said staff could pursue progressive measures if initial, low‑cost fixes proved insufficient.

Ending: Staff will pursue the Washington Traffic Safety Commission grant and continue coordination between police and public works on targeted, progressively stronger traffic‑calming measures in known hot spots.","Officials described temporary and planned traffic‑calming measures around schools and other hot spots and said the city will seek a Washington Traffic Safety Commission grant to fund increased enforcement hours and overtime.",{"_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},6157931,"City leaders, police detail enforcement steps and possible ordinance changes for e‑motorcycles",2365,275000,2640000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5462708-f0d846c352087dc0880d2110ba784662&start=275&end=2640","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5462708-f0d846c352087dc0880d2110ba784662/thumbnail_275000.jpg","/articles/6157931/Snoqualmie/King-County/Washington/City-leaders-police-detail-enforcement-steps-and-possible-ordinance-changes-for-emotorcycles","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6157931-f8fc64c2f5a8433856ff80fd0f4824fa/orig.mp4?Expires=1776623330&Signature=astu6UA37vxNsKN3Ze6M2pgD17cq3Jh9LRHkfuwDgc-z4pzxODuVApyjPBI7odU0MDx3YgBbSaux96TieZlKz9YD1r8hH7vv5oqo3wrai3tmit-7CJsN9kDzlToLSnofuyig6yZSiH5pFptk25dhUGORIs7fPM6kjfI6Dg1I3-jY-ncYK91-85UMbo3twmFc3TtSGxmtFxpB5TMCaDzTYmsykjjx~xfT-AJAWWrUIWMDPav6ig-RlPzPojqVZ8qYvNbmNgBt3u3kq5PwSKsiOdkO2fpVVhZmTiYzHaD9qEvv5AmPL2j6sXIw1Kz6Pi5B7~wN5yA0E5t6qyBcF6jubA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Rob Wotton, chair of the Public Safety Committee, opened public comment on concerns about electric motorcycles and scooters, and several residents described repeated unsafe riding in neighborhoods and parks. “They were operating on the sidewalk,” resident David Fleming said, recounting calls he made to police after seeing riders perform wheelies near common areas. Fleming added that officers “responded very amazingly quickly.”

Police Chief Mike Bailey told the committee that many devices residents call “e‑motorcycles” are legally motor vehicles under state law and are not the same as pedal‑assist e‑bikes. “If it doesn't have pedals, it's a motorcycle,” Chief Bailey said. He explained that, under the Revised Code of Washington, operators of those devices generally must be at least 16, have a driver’s license and a motorcycle endorsement, and the vehicles must be registered and display a VIN and license plate.

Bailey described operational steps the department is already taking: impounding high‑powered bikes, contacting parents, and filing cases with the King County prosecutor’s office. “We are impounding the bikes, calling the parents,” he said. He said impound fees average about $350 to retrieve a vehicle. Bailey said prosecutors are reviewing juvenile diversion and other options for cases involving minors.

The chief asked the committee for direction on whether the city should adopt a local ordinance that would set lower wattage thresholds or otherwise restrict certain devices beyond state law. “One thing we should consider … is do we go lower than 750 watts in an ordinance so that we’re addressing those that are 250, 500 watts,” he said, noting enforcement nuance and discretionary judgment officers must use when juveniles are involved.

Council members and residents urged robust enforcement and education. Council Member Christensen said she favored aggressive enforcement for repeat offenders and suggested impoundment and community service requirements for returns. Council Member Cotton asked whether education programs exist; Bailey said no coordinated regional school‑age courses were known but that staff would continue to consult the prosecutor’s office and other agencies.

Residents described recurring problems in specific areas — sidewalks, park paths and near the soccer fields — and praised prompt police responses when calls were made. “They're being pretty wild,” Fleming said of some riders. Other residents asked for signage and park restrictions; Bailey said “no e‑motorcycle” signs had been posted on Center as a test and that officers had observed a reduction in activity there.

The committee did not adopt new legislation at the meeting. Discussion produced the direction that police will continue enforcement, impoundment when appropriate, and coordination with the King County prosecutor’s office; staff will report back if a draft ordinance or formal proposal is developed.

Ending: The city encouraged residents to report risky behavior so officers can respond and build case records; police said they will continue impoundments and referrals while the city considers whether to pursue local code changes.","Police described recent enforcement steps for high‑powered electric motorcycles, explained how state law treats them as motor vehicles, and asked the council for guidance on whether the city should adopt stricter local rules. Residents urged faster action after repeated unsafe riding in neighborhoods and parks.","actionData","errors"]

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Residents press city for stop sign, streetlight and sidewalk fixes near Snoqualmie Ridge

Police, public works outline traffic‑calming steps and plan to apply for state traffic‑safety grant

City leaders, police detail enforcement steps and possible ordinance changes for e‑motorcycles