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Richland council adopts six‑month moratorium on siting secure community transition facilities
Summary
The Richland City Council on March 3 approved a six‑month moratorium on siting ‘‘less restrictive alternative’’ facilities (secure community transition facilities) to allow regional study and public input; a public hearing is scheduled for April 7 at 7 p.m.
Richland staff and council members approved a six‑month moratorium on siting less restrictive alternative facilities that would house people civilly committed as ‘‘*** violent predators,’’ saying the pause will allow regional coordination and public engagement.
City planning staff presenter Shishel framed the issue under state law, telling the council that essential public facilities are listed in the Washington Administrative Code and that ‘‘cities cannot preclude essential…
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