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Woodinville council approves $8 million land purchase for proposed recreation center
Summary
On Nov. 2, 2025, the Woodinville City Council approved revised offers to acquire two parcels totaling 3.42 acres for a proposed community aquatic/recreation facility, authorizing the city manager to proceed and triggering a December budget amendment to cover increased acquisition costs.
The Woodinville City Council on Nov. 2 approved revised offer packages to buy two parcels (9517100190 and 9517100195) together totaling about 3.42 acres for a proposed community aquatic and recreation facility. Mayor Millman moved the measure and the council approved it by a roll-call tally of five yes votes and two abstentions; the motion authorizes the city manager to proceed with acquisitions and directs staff to reflect the changes in the budget ordinance brought forward in December.
City staff said the purchase plan started as three parcels but was reduced to two after one parcel proved infeasible and potentially more costly. Staff presented updated appraisals, noting appraisals typically expire about eight months after…
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