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Hayden council approves civic‑center planning agreement; council wants public input and timeline
Summary
Council approved a planning agreement with a consultant to develop civic‑center concepts and public engagement for the former Owl Café site, with staff aiming for a deliverable by year‑end and proposing initial planning funds from park impact fees with potential HERA reimbursement.
The Hayden City Council voted July 14 to approve an agreement with a planning consultant referenced in the packet as Fernando/Bernardo Willis to perform civic center planning services focused on public engagement at the former Owl Café site.
Staff said the contract would fund public outreach (open houses and surveys), stakeholder interviews and a planning deliverable that would inform decisions about facility type and funding options. Lisa said staff hopes the consultant would complete the work by Dec. 31; council members pressed for a timeline and for clarity on reimbursement from the urban renewal agency (HERA). Staff said HERA had expressed support for reimbursement but a formal agreement would be negotiated later.
Council moved and approved an authorization that included mayoral signature authority and a not‑to‑exceed figure referenced in discussion. Several council members emphasized the importance of robust public engagement and steering‑committee involvement to ensure the plan represents community priorities.
